Beheaded
Megan Moore & Elizabeth Black
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Torture. Execution. Death. Listen as two die-hard fans chat about some of history's most gruesome death sentences. From famous queens and kings to the uncommon names in history, no conviction will be left untouched. Try not to lose your head over this comical approach to the shocking and disturbing stories of treason and crime (whether found guilty or not).
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S7E10 He Didn't Start the Fire | Robert Hubert
The Great Fire of London in 1666 left people not only homeless and terrified, but desperate for answers. Accepting that a catastrophic disaster could begin with a simple accident wasn't nearly…
S7E9 Getting Westinghoused: The Execution that Shocked America | William Kemmler
In 1888, hangings in America were falling out of favor, and a task force was assembled to find a more “humane” method of capital punishment. At the very same time, electricity was transforming the…
S7E8 The Fate of the Faithful | The Martyrs of Compiègne
In the final, chaotic days of the French Revolution, a small community of Carmelite nuns made a decision that would echo through history.In this episode, we tell the haunting and deeply moving story…
S7E7 The Sayre Slayer of New Jersey | Antoine Le Blanc
In 1833, the quiet town of Morristown, New Jersey became the site of one of the most disturbing crimes in early American history. When French immigrant Antoine Le Blanc arrived in the United States…
S7E7 Special Edition Episode: Interview with Adam Pennington
We’re joined by historian, author, and podcaster Adam Pennington for an in-depth conversation on power, lineage, and survival in Tudor England.Adam is the creator and host of "The Tudor Chest"…
S7E6 Priest, Proctor, Prisoner | Bishop John Fisher
Bishop John Fisher was one of the most respected minds of Tudor England. He was also one of the very few men who dared to say “no” to King Henry VIII. Rising quickly through a series of early…
S7E5 The Romanov Court: Romance & Ruin | Mary Hamilton
Mary Hamilton was a young woman of Scottish descent who rose to prominence in the Russian court of Peter the Great. Serving as a lady-in-waiting to Empress Catherine I, Mary appeared to have a life…
S7E4 Boys, It's the Bisbee Massacre
In this episode, we travel to the dusty streets of Bisbee, Arizona in 1883, where a robbery quickly spiraled into deadly violence. What was intended to be a targeted crime resulted in the deaths of…
S7E3 Paramours and Poison | Madame Marie-Madeleine de Brinvilliers
Introducing Madame de Brinvilliers: devoted lover, enthusiastic poisoner, and a woman who could hold a truly impressive grudge. Her clever murder spree horrified Paris and helped ignite France’s…
S7E2 Game of Roses | Richard Woodville
Richard Woodville was the unlikely courtier who rose from modest origins to become Earl Rivers and father of the Queen of England. In the real-life Game of Thrones that was the Wars of the Roses,…
S7E1 The Other Ptolemy Girl | Berenice IV
For over 2,000 years, Cleopatra has remained one of the most recognizable queens in history. Yet despite her fascinating life, Cleopatra’s older sister is often reduced to a footnote. This episode…
S7E1 Special Edition Episode: Interview with Professor Suzannah Lipscomb
We are honored to welcome renowned historian, author, and television presenter Professor Suzannah Lipscomb for a very special interview. Known for her sharp insight into the lives of women throughout…
S6E14 Whispers of Maleficium: The Pendle Witch Trials (Part II)
Our season finale concludes with the fate of the Pendle Witches. After months in prison, nine men and women accused of witchcraft following a series of strange events in their small town finally face…
S6E13 Whispers of Maleficium: The Pendle Witch Trials (Part I)
In 1612, the rural landscape of Lancashire became the backdrop for one of England’s most notable witch trials. This episode explores how village rivalries, deep-rooted superstitions, and a shifting…
S6E12 Espionage and the Electric Chair | Ethel & Julius Rosenberg
One of the most controversial espionage cases in American history was the trial and execution of Julius and Ethel Rosenberg. Accused of passing atomic secrets to the Soviet Union during the height of…
S6E11 Ella Disenchanted in Imperial Russia | Princess Elisabeth of Hesse and by Rhine
Princess Elisabeth of Hesse and by Rhine is a captivating yet often overlooked figure in European royal history. Born into an impressive lineage as the daughter of Grand Duke Louis IV of Hesse and by…
S6E10 Forged in Irony | Georg Honauer
Georg Honauer was a man of ambition and bold confidence, living during a time when alchemy was at the height of fascination. Seizing the opportunity, he sought to impress Friedrich I, Duke of…
S6E9 The Catherine Wheel | Catherine of Alexandria
Meet Catherine of Alexandria — the brilliant, fearless, and slightly rebellious saint who gave 4th-century philosophers a run for their money. From outwitting emperors to holding her own in a debate…
S6E8 Aske-ing for a Friend | Robert Aske
Though Robert Aske, a well connected English barrister, attempted to keep to himself and live a quiet life of work and faith, the rebels of northern England had other ideas. Aske went from merely…
S6E7 Roman Thirst for Glory and Gold | Manius Aquillius
The Roman's never missed the opportunity for a classic metaphorical (and gruesome) death sentence. Manius Aquillius was a Roman politician and military commander in about 100 BC. During an era of…
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Beheaded has published 102 episodes since October 2019, covering topics in Comedy, History.
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