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418 - A Brief(ish) History of Torture

Timesuck with Dan Cummins

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The Dark Arts of Torture

This chapter explores the chilling history of torture during the medieval period, highlighting gruesome methods like the blood eagle and the breaking wheel. It reflects on the societal fascination with these brutal practices and the psychological impact they had on both victims and spectators.

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