This Christmas, we’re delving into the fascinating and tragic story of John the Baptist, a prophet whose life ended in one of history's most infamous executions. Known for baptizing Jesus and boldly speaking truth to power, John’s fiery words put him at odds with the wrong people—namely, Herod Antipas and his wife, Herodias.

Was John a martyr, a rebel, or simply a man who couldn’t hold back? Tune in for a closer look at the man whose head was famously served on a silver platter.

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The infamous feast that later became known as the Black Dinner represents a dark chapter in Scottish history. Set in 15th-century Scotland, during an era of crusades and violence, our story details how the young brothers of the Douglas clan were betrayed during a celebratory dinner, marked by the ominous presentation of a bull's head. We explore the political motives and repercussions of a banquet that turned into a bloodbath and later inspired the Red Wedding in Game of Thrones.

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The story of Agnes Bernauer is a haunting blend of love and tragedy that has been passed down for generations. Born in the early 1400's Bavaria, Agnes ascended from the working class to the Munich court by capturing the heart of a duke’s son. Duke Ernest of Bavaria, however, had other plans for his son. With accusations of witchcraft looming, her lover’s father took drastic measures to ensure Agnes would not be in his son's life for long.

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