Otto Rahn, The Nazi Occultist Who Hated Nazis and Inspired Indiana Jones

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Berserkers: Violent Viking Villains, Unverified

Vikings! Even centuries after their heyday, these seafaring Scandinavian raiders are the subject of countless works of fiction and film -- and some of the stories about them are true. And, legend has it, there was one sort of Viking even other Viking feared: the Berserker. If you ...  Show more

Did Knights Really Wear Suits of Armor?

We all know the image of European knights: clad all over in plate armor, they conquer enemy forces and mythological creatures alike. But... how much of this historical stereotype is true? In today's episode, Ben, Noel and Max ask explore the nuts and bolts of historical armor: ho ...  Show more

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