Citation Needed Defenestration
Jul 30, 2025
Discover the absurdity of defenestration, from its historical roots in Prague's political turmoil to the outrageous stories of rulers being tossed from windows. The hosts blend humor with tales of violent political intrigue, including biblical downfall and the Medici family’s schemes. Dive into darkly funny historical punishments and learn about accessing K-dramas through VPNs. The podcast wraps up with a lively quiz, mixing a quirky history of violent exits with lighthearted banter, ensuring history never felt this entertaining!
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Jezebel's Violent Defenestration
- Jehu had Jezebel defenestrated after she taunted him from a palace window in ancient Israel.
- Her corpse was mutilated and only her skull, feet, and palms remained after stray dogs scavenged it.
Lisbon Bishop Defenestrated
- In 1383 Lisbon, the bishop was defenestrated by a revolting populace for treason.
- His body was left to rot in a square until the smell forced locals to bury it.
Prague's Defenestration Confusion
- Prague experienced multiple defenestrations, with the 1618 event sparking the Thirty Years' War.
- Ambiguity over which defenestration is "first" exists due to a lesser-known 1483 incident.