The Raven's Grove

In this episode, we take a closer look at some more fun stories about music, including: the contested origins of an iconic symbol of heavy metal; the story of Prince's safe; which rock star paid a small fortune to take his own song off the air; a metal band that is named after a piece of armour; and how one of the most renowned and revered writers in the English language still influences music to this day.WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following triggers:Death mentions, including cancer mentionsWitchcraft/Occult mentionsSafecracking mentionsArmour/Warfare mentionsSo, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

Oh, what a day, WHAT A LOVELY DAY!!! In this episode of The Raven's Grove, we take a closer look at some facts about perhaps the most iconic film franchise to come out of Australian cinema: the Mad Max franchise, including: how having a background in medicine influenced the action scenes; the reality behind a certain flamethrower guitar; and why the original Australian version had to be changed for American audiences.WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers:War mentionsApocalypse mentionsInjury/Body Harm mentionsMedical mentionsCar Crash mentionsAutopsy mentionsWarlord mentionsSo, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at three of the weirdest weapons and covert military projects in history: the Bat Bomb; Project Pigeon; and Operation "Acoustic Kitty".WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers:War mentionsBattle mentionsDeath mentions, including Animal deathBomb mentionsFascism mentionsImperialism mentionsBody harm mentionsReconnaissance mentionsCommunism mentionsSoviet Union mentionsDrug mentionsSo, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a closer look at some more of the various differences between modern depictions of the Norse gods and goddesses and their mythological counterparts. We also take an in-depth look at the myths of the Aesir-Vanir War, and the myth of Ragnarok.WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features MAJOR spoilers for the following pieces of Media:"Thor: The Dark World""Thor: Ragnarok""God of War" (2018)"God of War: Ragnarok" (2022)The "Magnus Chase" series of books by Rick RiordanThe TV Show "Vikings""Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice"The TV Show "The Almighty Johnsons"As well as the following Triggers:Death mentionsGore mentionsBody harm mentionsDecay mentionsCombat mentionsSnake mentionsSexuality mentionsWeapon mentionsSo, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this (expanded) episode, we take a look at the various differences between the versions of four of the Norse gods in modern media and their mythological counterparts: Odin; Thor; Loki; and Balder.WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features MAJOR spoilers for the following works of media:​"Thor" (2011)​"The Avengers" (2012)​"Thor: The Dark World" (2013)​"Thor: Ragnarok" (2017)​"Avengers: Infinity War" (2018)​"Avengers: Endgame" (2019)​"Loki" (Series) (2021-2023)​"God of War" (2018), released for PS4​"God of War: Ragnarok" (2022), released for PS4 and PS5​The "Magnus Chase" book series by Rick Riordan​The book "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman, and the Amazon tv show based on the book (2017-2021)​"The Almighty Johnsons" tv show (2011-2013)As well as the following trigger warnings:​Body harm mentions​Self-Harm/Self-mutilation mentions​Combat mentions​Alcohol mentions​Torture mentions​Death mentionsSo, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this special 100th episode, we take a look at the differences between the versions of three major Mayan gods in the video game "Smite" and their respective mythology counterparts: Kukulcan, the Feathered Serpent; Chaac, the god of rain; and the Hero Twins, Hunahpu and Xbalanque.WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following triggers: Snake mentions Death mentions Blood & Gore mentions Human Sacrifice mentions Drowning mentions Body Trauma mentions Animal Death mentions Dismemberment mentions Bat mentions Demon mentions Decapitation mentionsSo, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at the origins, aesthetics, style, history, demise and cultural impact of Grunge music.WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers:Drug mentionsSexism mentionsSexual Assault mentionsDeath mentionsSuicide mentionsGun mentionsSo, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, please give this episode a miss.

In this episode, we take a look at the history of a cornerstone of modern military forces: the fighter plane. From WWI to the modern day, we talk about the evolution of the fighter plane. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers: War mentions Battle mentions Death mentions Gun mentions Cannon mentions Bomb mentions Body harm mentions Reconnaissance mentions Fascism mentions Nazi mentions Communism mentions Soviet Union mentions Communist China mentions North Korea mentions So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, please give this episode a miss.

In this episode, we take a look at some of the real world inspirations behind the Indiana Jones franchise, as well as Indy's impact on academia and the real world itself. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following triggers: Fascism mentions Nazi mentions World War mentions Cold War mentions Soviet Union mentions Cult mentions Human Sacrifice mentions Supernatural mentions Alien and UFO mentions Monster mentions So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a closer look at the origins, production and various types of the world's most popular dark spirit: Whisky. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers: Alcohol mentions Crime mentions Smuggling mentions Firearms mentions Death mentions So if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS. Finally, thank you all for all your support this year. Have a fantastic holiday season, and I'll talk to you all next year!

In this episode, we take a look at some more fun facts about music and musicians, such as: which guitarist has been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame three times; which famous shock rocker is scared of balloon animals; why Metallica won an environmental awareness award; which power metal band is the only music group to be given a military commendation; and why two of the biggest hair metal bands of the 1980s nearly came to blows. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers: Racism mentions Insensitivity mentions; specifically, someone deliberately triggering someone else for a reaction Environmental destruction mentions War mentions War crimes mentions Death mentions Sexism mentions Threats of physical violence mentions Child abuse mentions as well as mild coarse language. So, if any of those are an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at some facts about Australian birds, such as: why keepers of Australia's largest bird of prey start their job in their teens or early twenties; just how intelligent are the notorious Australian Magpies; and how emus are both a valuable source of native food for Australians, and are also some amazing parents. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers: Predatory behaviour mentions Bodily trauma mentions Death mentions Autopsy/Necropsy mentions So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this Halloween-themed episode, we take a look at some more horror-related facts, such as: which master of comedy used actual props from a 1931 horror classic in his movie; the possible origins of the giant spider trope in fantasy fiction; the link between a masterpiece of psychological horror cinema and one of the biggest heavy metal bands on the planet; the differences between the various adaptations of Sweeney Todd and the original source material; the connection between Disney and one of the scariest horror villains of the 2000s; and what nearly every adaptation of an iconic piece of horror literature gets wrong. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers: Supernatural/Horror mentions Crime mentions Grave Robbing mentions Mad Scientist mentions Spider/Arachnophobia mentions Serial Killer mentions Suicide mentions Sexual Assault mentions Weapon mentions Murder mentions Cannibalism mentions Ghost mentions So, if any of those are an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at some facts about the underwater world, including: which marine animals get high; how whales have influenced cosmetics; and the reality behind one of the most popular conspiracy theories about extinct animals. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following triggers: Drug mentions, especially Cannabis mentions Predatory behaviour mentions Bodily trauma mentions Death mentions Anatomy mentions Sea Monster/Thalassophobia mentions So, if any of those are a trigger for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS!

In this episode, we take a look at the origins, function and eventual disappearance of the elite special forces of Ancient Egypt: The Medjay. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers: War mentions Battle mentions Death mentions Blood & Gore mentions Sword mentions Axe mentions Bow and Arrows mentions Tanks mentions Reconnaissance mentions So if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at some of the facts and stories about Pirates, such as: how pirate captains got the job; the different types of pirate flag and what they meant; a brief history of Blackbeard; where the stereotypical "Pirate accent" came from; and a short look at the exploits of two of the most famous women pirates. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following triggers: Piracy mentions Combat mentions Crime mentions Theft mentions Murder mentions Psychological warfare mentions Execution mentions Pregnancy mentions So, if any of those are an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at some facts about Palaeontology and dinosaurs, including how Jurassic Park messed up the Raptors; why T-Rex had better vision than expected; the possible link between the Reptoid conspiracy and a theory about dinosaur evolution; and one of the most exciting discoveries of the last 25 years. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers: Predatory behaviour mentions Being hunted mentions Bodily trauma mentions Conspiracy theory mentions So, if any of those are an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS. This episode of The Raven's Grove is dedicated to two of my cousins: Liam and Darcy.

In this episode, we take a look at some of the tactics and origins of the Special Operations Executive, an organisation that helped win WWII. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers: War mentions Fascism mentions War Crimes mentions, including genocide mentions Blood and Gore mentions Death mentions Firearm mentions Explosive mentions Knife mentions Espionage mentions Assassination mentions and Suicide mentions So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we talk about: The curse that killed James Dean; the reason why Spinal Tap is still around; Eddie Munson's guitar skills; why you shouldn't pick up snail shells on the beach; and where the rivalry between Queen and The Sex Pistols came from. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers: Supernatural/horror mentions Curse mentions Death mentions Injury mentions Predatory behaviour mentions Medical practice mentions So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take an in-depth look at the myths and facts surrounding the Roswell Incident of 1947, one of the most famous UFO incidents in the past 100 years. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following triggers: Alien mentions UFO mentions Government Cover-Up mentions Communism mentions Conspiracy mentions Supernatural themes Urban legends Folklore Potentially frightening stories So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a closer look at three of the most famous UFO Sightings in recent history: the Westall High School Incident; The McMinnville Photos; and the disappearance of Frederick Valentich. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following triggers: Alien mentions UFO mentions Disappearance mentions Supernatural themes Urban Legends Folklore Potentially Frightening Stories So, if any of those are an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at five of the women who have changed science forever: Lise Meitner; Gertrude Bell; Rosalind Franklin; Marie Curie; and Temple Grandin. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following triggers: Imperialism mentions Fascism mentions Death mentions War mentions Racism mentions Politics mentions Disease mentions, including cancer mentions Sexism mentions So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a closer look at some more of the lesser known stories about Ancient Egypt, such as: Which profession served both peasants and the Pharaoh; how one man fooled the entire archaeological community for over 3,000 years; and the story of the race to decipher hieroglyphs. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers: Mummification mentions Medical/Dental practice mentions War mentions Propaganda mentions Narcissism mentions Illness mentions So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a closer look at the Vampire legend in folklore and fiction, including the various strengths and weaknesses of vampires. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers: Bodily harm mentions Animal predatory behaviour mentions Being hunted mentions Death mentions Undeath mentions Blood mentions Murder mentions Torture mentions Immolation mentions Decapitation mentions Execution mentions Supernatural themes Urban legends Folklore Potentially Frightening Stories So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at some of the facts about the Scott Pilgrim franchise. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove contains major spoilers for the Scott Pilgrim franchise, including: The Scott Pilgrim comics The live action film from 2010 and the Netflix Anime from 2023 As well as the following Triggers: Sexual mentions Infidelity mentions Paedophilia mentions Physical Combat mentions Mind Control mentions Superpowers mentions So, if any of those are an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at five of the more obscure musical instruments from around the world: the Hurdygurdy; the Balalaika; the Aztec Death Whistle; the Tovshuur; and the Morin Khuur. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers: Death mentions Torture mentions Human Sacrifice mentions So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at the history, evolution and different subgenres of Punk Rock. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following triggers: Coarse language Sexual references Fascism mentions So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at one of the most iconic and influential musical instruments of the 20th Century: the electric guitar, including: the electric guitar's humble origins; the rivalry between Fender and Gibson; what makes a Superstrat; and some advice for beginner Electric guitar players.

In this episode, we take a closer look at the world of Viking-Era woodworking, including the famous Oseberg Ship.

In this episode, we take a look at some of the real-world inspirations and influences found in the Disney film, "Atlantis: The Lost Empire". WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features spoilers for: "Atlantis: The Lost Empire" As well as the following Triggers: Demon mentions Supernatural mentions Firearm mentions So if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at some of the stories behind Scooby Doo, including: how Shaggy could annihilate Usian Bolt in any race; the story behind one of the most hated characters in fiction; why Scooby is technically deformed; and how the actors who played Shaggy influenced the character. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features spoilers for the 2002 Live Action "Scooby Doo" movie, so if that is an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS!

In this episode, we take a look at some of the real-life cultures behind the award-winning Witcher franchise. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features spoilers for The Witcher franchise, as well as the following triggers: Imperialism mentions Body harm mentions Physical combat mentions Weaponry mentions Fantasy combat mentions Death mentions, including Child death War mentions Discrimination/Prejudice mentions So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take another look at the history and subgenres of Metal music. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers: Occult mentions Arson mentions Murder mentions So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at some of the real-world inspirations behind the bending styles and cultures found in "Avatar: The Last Airbender". WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features spoilers for "Avatar: The Last Airbender", as well as the following triggers: Imperialism mentions Body Harm mentions Physical combat related bodily trauma mentions Weaponry mentions Fantasy combat mentions Death/Genocide mentions War mentions Racism mentions Sexism mentions Politics/Propaganda mentions So, if any of these are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this Halloween-themed episode, we take a look at some spooky geek facts, such as how Star Trek shaped slasher movies; the surprising link between Zombie media and some of the greatest comedy films of the 20th century; how Sesame Street got vampires right; why one famous sci fi show is scary on Christmas; and how one film got the method for dispatching the undead correct. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers: Supernatural/horror mentions Crime mentions Serial Killer mentions Weapon mentions Zombie/Undead mentions Grave Robbing mentions Ghost story mentions Desecrating corpses mentions So, if any of these are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS. Happy Halloween!

In this episode, we take a look at one of the fiercest warriors from Celtic history, and her rebellion that nearly drove the Romans from Britannia: Boudicca. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following triggers: Sexual assault mentions, including that of children Blood and gore mentions Torture mentions Death mentions, including child death Battle/War mentions Spear mentions Artillery mentions Poison mentions Suicide mentions So if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at some more of Music's most fascinating stories, such as: how ZZ Top's guitar got it's name; some behind-the-scenes stories from the movie Crossroads; how one man saved Gibson guitars; Mozart's epic prank on a diva singer; and the story of one of the most ridiculous villains in comics. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following triggers: Devil/Satan mentions Pranking mentions Espionage mentions World War II mentions So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at some of the plot holes in the Brendan Fraser Mummy movies, including: why Thebes isn't near Cairo; How the REAL Imhotep was actually a good guy; how the scarab IS NOT a flesh eating monster in Egyptian culture; and why Anubis isn't evil. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following triggers: Body Harm mentions Burial Practice/Mummification mentions Insect mentions Being eaten alive mentions Weaponry mentions So if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at one of the most impactful and far-reaching invasions in European history: The Great Heathen Army. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following triggers: Blood & Gore mentions Death mentions Battle/War mentions Spear mentions Sword mentions Axe mentions Dismemberment mentions Wound mentions Execution mentions Snake mentions Torture mentions As well as containing major spoilers for Seasons 4 and 5 of the tv show Vikings So, if any of these are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a closer look at one of the most decisive battles of the Dark Ages: The Battle of Stamford Bridge. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following triggers: Blood and Gore mentions Death mentions Battle/War mentions Spear mentions Sword mentions Axe mentions Dismemberment mentions Wound mentions Arrow mentions So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we talk about some of the lesser known geek facts, such as why Aquaman isn't useless; the family link between The Little Mermaid and Percy Jackson; how two versions of Doctor Who are related; the story behind an iconic assassin's accent; and the inspiration behind one of fiction's most terrifying villains. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers: Supernatural/horror mentions Combat mentions Weapons mentions Piracy mentions Imperialism mentions Clown mentions Murder mentions Drug mentions As well as spoilers for the following franchises: The comics and films based on the DC Comics character, "Aquaman" The books, movies and upcoming TV show, "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" The TV show, "Doctor Who" The "Assassin's Creed" video game franchise The TV miniseries and films based on the book, "IT" by Stephen King So, if any of these are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS!

In this episode, we take a look at some of the stories behind: Spider-Punk's unique animation style; the link between Disney and Dark Horse Comics' most famous character; and two surprising cameos in a classic comedy from the 90s. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers: Dystopia mentions Fascism mentions Spider mentions Police brutality mentions Death mentions Demon mentions Hostage mentions Gun mentions Prison mentions Explicit Language So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS!

In this episode of Random Factdumps: Music Edition, we take a look at some more of the lesser known facts in the world of music, such as: how the Apollo 13 mission is linked to the band Tenacious D; several facts about the show Metalocalypse; the friendship between one of the most influential surf rock groups and one of the most infamous cults of the 20th century; and which death metal frontman is a master of crane games! WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following triggers: Space mentions Danger mentions Cult mentions Murder mentions Death mentions, including pre-natal death mentions Prison mentions So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS!

In this episode, we take a dive into the world of shipwrecks, and have a closer look at the 1715 Treasure Fleet; the Flor de la Mar; the deepest salvaged wreck so far, the SS City Of Cairo; and perhaps the richest shipwreck ever, the San Jose. Be warned: this episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Trigger Warnings: Death mentions Drowning mentions Warfare mentions Starvation mentions Treasure Hunting mentions Imperialism mentions Bureaucracy mentions So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS. Also, I'd like to extend my warmest thanks to Mel King and the team at 1715 Fleet Queen's Jewels for all their invaluable help in researching this episode, and I wish them all the very best in their future salvage operations. Finally, I'd like to make it very clear that any and all conclusions and opinions reached in this episode are mine and mine alone unless explicitly stated otherwise, and should be viewed as OPINIONS, NOT as definite fact!

In this episode, we take a look at the Star Wars franchise: the lore, the behind the scenes, and some funny stories associated with it. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following trigger warnings: War mentions Hunting mentions Death mentions Coarse Language As well as MAJOR spoilers for the Star Wars Franchise. So, if any of those trigger warnings are in any way an issue for you, or if you don't want to be exposed to spoilers, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at the history and evolution of Blues music and the legend of Robert Johnson. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following trigger warnings: Devil/Satan Mentions Death Mentions, including Child Death Mentions War Mentions Slavery Mentions Alcohol Mentions Racism Mentions Murder Mentions Drug Mentions Poison Mentions So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a closer look at one of the most iconic and legendary hybrid cavalry units of Pre-Revolutionary France: The Musketeers. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following trigger warnings: Blood & gore mentions Death mentions Battle/War mentions Sword mentions Gun mentions Conquest mentions Military mentions So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at five of the most well known maritime mysteries, such as: the Mary Celeste; the disappearance of Flight 19; the ghost ship known as the Octavius; the Flannan Isles Lighthouse mystery; and the "Bloop" signal. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Trigger Warnings: Body Harm mentions Ghost ship mentions Shipwreck mentions Unexplained phenomena mentions Freak weather mentions Drowning mentions UFO mentions Cryptid mentions Sea Monster mentions Murder mentions Suicide mentions Supernatural themes Urban legends Folklore Potentially frightening stories So if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at some of the most famous and interesting stories from Ancient Greece, such as how the film Troy messed up Achilles; the last stand of Leonidas and the 300; the antics of the Greek world's most antisocial philosopher; the statue that was put on trial for murder; and how a tortoise can kill. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following trigger warnings: Battle/war mentions Desecration of corpses mentions Body harm mentions Weapon mentions Warfare mentions Gore mentions Public indecency mentions Antisocial behaviour mentions Mild coarse language Supernatural mentions Curse mentions Animal hunting mentions Death mentions So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we talk about some of the lesser known facts and legends about music, including Black Sabbath's cursed guitar, why Van Halen hate brown M&Ms, and the violinist said to have made a deal with the Devil. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Trigger Warnings: Theft mentions Witchcraft/curse mentions Body Harm mentions Negligence mentions Satanic deal mentions Animal death mentions Murder mentions Dismemberment mentions So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a closer look at a few of the more unusual cryptids said to be found in China. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following trigger warnings: Body harm mentions Animal predatory behaviour mentions Being hunted mentions UFO mentions Political/Government control of media mentions Tabloid mentions Supernatural themes Urban legends Folklore Potentially frightening stories So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.