Episode 150: A Capital Offense

Explore the rise of Henry VIII as the head of the Church of England and the establishment of the modern punctuation system. Learn about Henry's reign and the execution of Cardinal Woolsey, as well as the origins of capital offenses and their relation to decapitation. Discover the historical origins of punctuation and its development from ancient Greek writings to the printing press. Delve into the English Reformation, Thomas More's opposition, and the evolution of punctuation marks, with a focus on the comma. Dive into the changing meanings of words and the Reformation Parliament's role in the break with Rome.