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Welcome to a world of stories. In my upcoming podcast series, The Raven's Grove, I'll explore a variety of topics, including but not limited to, folklore, history, archaeology and geekery. If any of these apply to you...then this podcast series is most de

The Ravens Grove


    • Apr 30, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 19m AVG DURATION
    • 104 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from The Raven's Grove

    S6E103 Warfare Through History (Part 10 -- Weird Weapons)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 27:05


    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.

    S6E102 Myth Vs Media (Part 05 -- Norse: The Saga Continues)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 36:59


    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.

    S6E101 Myth Vs Media (Part 01 -- Norse (Expanded Edition))

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 47:04


    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.

    S6E100 Myth Vs Media (Part 04 -- Mayans)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 35:33


    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.

    S6E99 Grunge: The Sound Of The 90s

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 24:12


    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.

    S6E98 Warfare Through History (Part 09 -- Fighter Planes)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 48:55


    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.

    S6E97 Inspirations: The "Indiana Jones" Franchise

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 23:12


    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.

    S5E96 Whisky: A History

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 50:15


    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!

    S5E95 Random Factdumps: Music Edition (Part 05)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 15:18


    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.

    S5E94 Random Factdumps: Australian Birds Edition (Part 01)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 23:22


    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.

    S5E93 Random Factdumps: Halloween Edition (Part 02)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 18:48


    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.

    S5E92 Random Factdumps: Marine Biology Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 15:21


    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!

    S5E91 Warfare Through History (Part 08 -- The Medjay)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 21:18


    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.

    S5E90 Random Factdumps: Pirate Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 12:56


    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.

    S5E89 Random Factdumps: Palaeontology Edition (Part 01)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 15:18


    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.

    S5E88 Warfare Through History (Part 07 -- S.O.E.: "Set Europe Ablaze")

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 27:36


    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.

    S5E87 Random Factdumps (Part 08)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 22:29


    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.

    S5E86 Tales Of The Unexplained: The Roswell Incident

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 33:26


    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.

    S5E85 Tales Of The Unexplained: UFO Sightings (Part 01)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 18:27


    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.

    S5E84 Women Of Science (Part 01)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 32:09


    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.

    S5E83 Random Factdumps: Ancient Egyptian Edition (Part 02)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 26:42


    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.

    S5E82 Tales Of The Unexplained (Part 12: Vampires)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 19:26


    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.

    S5E81 Random Factdumps: Scott Pilgrim Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 23:43


    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.

    S5E80 Weird & Wonderful Musical Instruments

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 32:48


    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.

    S5E79 Punk: The Soundtrack To The Revolution

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 43:19


    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.

    S5E78 The Electric Guitar: A History

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2024 28:26


    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.

    S5E77 Symbols, Artwork & Artefacts: The Oseberg Ship

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 9:59


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

    S5E76 Inspirations: "Atlantis: The Lost Empire"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 13:56


    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.

    S4E75 Random Factdumps: Scooby Doo Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2023 10:03


    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!

    S4E74 Inspirations: The Witcher (Part 01)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 16:04


    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.

    S4E73 Metal: A (Revised) History

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 30:00


    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.

    S4E72 Inspirations: "Avatar: The Last Airbender" (Part 01)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 35:00


    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.

    S4E71 Random Factdumps: Halloween Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 17:40


    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!

    S4E70 Warfare Through History (Part 06: Boudicca's Rebellion)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 11:12


    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.

    S4E69 Random Factdumps: Music Edition (Part 04)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 14:24


    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.

    S4E68 Plot Holes (Part 04)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 17:37


    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.

    S4E67 Warfare Through History (Part 05: The Great Heathen Army)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 35:49


    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.

    S4E66 Warfare Through History (Part 04: The Battle of Stamford Bridge)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 23:47


    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.

    S4E65 Random Factdumps: Geekery Edition (Part 01)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 21:58


    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!

    S4E64 Random Factdumps: Movies & TV Shows Edition (Part 03)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 18:05


    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!

    S4E63 Random Factdumps: Music Edition (Part 03)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 17:23


    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!

    S4E62 Shipwreck Stories (02)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 25:39


    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!

    S4E61 Random Factdumps: Star Wars Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 18:25


    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.

    S4E60 The Devil's Music: A History Of The Blues

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 22:53


    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.

    S4E59 Warfare Through History (Part 03: The Musketeers)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 15:36


    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.

    S4E58 Tales Of The Unexplained: Mysteries (Part 01 -- Maritime)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2023 49:54


    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.

    S4E57 Random Factdumps: Ancient Greece Edition (Pt. 01)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 29:06


    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.

    S4E56 Random Factdumps: Music Edition (Pt. 02)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2023 15:17


    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.

    S4E55 Tales Of The Unexplained, Pt. 11 (Chinese Cryptids, pt. 01)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2023 24:39


    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.

    S4E54 Random Factdumps: Movies & TV Shows Edition (Part 02)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 15:22


    In this episode, we talk about some more of the lesser-known facts to do with movies and tv shows. WARNING: this episode of The Raven's Grove features the following trigger warnings: Violence towards women references The Irish Famine/Attempted Genocide references So if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

    S4E53 Random Factdumps: Movies & TV Shows Edition (Part 01)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2023 18:50


    In this episode, we take a look at some lesser-known facts about some of the most famous movies & tv shows. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following trigger warnings: Drug mentions Animal death mentions Sexual Assault mentions As well as spoilers for the following franchises: That '70s Show For A Few Dollars More Atlantis: The Lost Empire The Dark Knight Lord Of The Rings The Mummy The Mummy Returns Jurassic Park So if any of those triggers or spoilers are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

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