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S01 Episode 1
Death Devices
The dark origin stories behind some of history’s most notorious methods of execution, from the guillotine to the electric chair.
41 mins · Mon, 10 Jul 2023
S01 Episode 2
Temples of Doom
The gates are open to some of history's most sinister structures. From the terrifying Tower of London to a hotel of horrors, discover the dark secrets hidden within these foreboding fortresses.
41 mins · Mon, 17 Jul 2023
S01 Episode 3
Treacherous Traps
Whether they're used to stop treasure hunters, body snatchers, or wartime enemies, booby traps are diabolical devices just waiting to kill.
42 mins · Mon, 24 Jul 2023
S01 Episode 4
Pain and Punishment
The twisted origin stories of some of history's most diabolically creative, and brutal, torture devices; from the "Iron Maiden" to the pear of anguish.
42 mins · Mon, 31 Jul 2023
S01 Episode 5
Blades of Fury
From the destructive Viking axe, to the sacred but deadly Samurai katana, razor sharp blades wielded by fearsome warriors have spilled blood and forged empires.
41 mins · Mon, 7 Aug 2023
S01 Episode 6
Superweapons of Fear
From the world's largest trebuchet to Nazi super cannons, these are the deadly weapons that rain destruction and spread fear on the battlefield.
41 mins · Mon, 14 Aug 2023
S01 Episode 7
Sinister Spy Weapons
An exploration into the dark art of spy-craft, from the frankenkitty to the umbrella gun, reveals the deadliest spy weapons deployed to gather information and assassinate enemies.
42 mins · Mon, 21 Aug 2023
S01 Episode 8
Bloodsports
From ancient times through the modern day, brutal games thrill both players and spectators. Explore the origins of history's deadliest games--from Roman bloodsports to Russian Roulette.
42 mins · Mon, 21 Aug 2023
