Topic: Tower Of London

2 chapters across the catalog

Funny Farm
Episode 1640 2:27:03 - 2:28:24

1640: Funny Farm

Tower of London Raven Master and Superstitions

The Tower of London has appointed Barney Chandler as the new Raven Master to care for the fortress's resident ravens. According to ancient legend, if the ravens ever leave the Tower, the Kingdom of England will fall. The segment describes the unique behavior of these large birds and the traditional care they receive from the Yeoman Warders.

Waterboarding For Everyone!
Episode 164 21:33 - 24:05

164: Waterboarding For Everyone!

Spanish Inquisition, Tower of London, and Torture History

The hosts provide historical context for waterboarding, noting its roots in the Spanish Inquisition and the Tower of London. They argue that the current media normalization of torture is a regression toward medieval sadism. The discussion suggests that if waterboarding is acceptable, there is little logical barrier to reviving other forms of physical torment like the Iron Maiden.