The podcast explores the true story of Dracula, starting with the origins of the character and the real person he is based on. It delves into the early life and training of Vlad the Impaler, his brutal methods of punishment, and the propaganda campaign used to turn him into a monstrous figure. The podcast also discusses the origins of blood sucking in Dracula and debunks the story of Vlad the Impaler. It examines the scientific understanding of vampirism and its connections to diseases like rabies. The origin of the name 'Dracula' and its connection to impaling techniques are explored, and the podcast concludes with discussions on Lord Byron, Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, and other podcast projects.