The Raven's Grove

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 m...

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 o...

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 menti...

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 fol...

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/Mumm...

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 men...

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 iss...

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 fol...

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 Deat...

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 i...

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 me...

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...

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 i...

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 issu...

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 ph...

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 w...

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 m...

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 fri...

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.

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 Ri...

In this episode, we take a look at Cephalopods and their respective roles in their environments. WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following trigger warnings: Blood and gore mentions Animal predatory behaviour mentions Death mentions Sea Monster mentions Urban Legends Folklore Mythology references So if any of those are an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a closer look at five of the most legendary weapons in mythology and history: William Tell's crossbow; Odin's spear, Gungnir; the Harpe of Perseus; the infamous Muramasa blades; and Maui's hook. WARNING: this episode of the Raven's Grove features the following trigger warnings: Military oppression mentions Incest/inbreeding mentions Children being threatened mentions Cruel...

EPISODE 50! In this episode, we take a dive to look at three of the most infamous shipwrecks of all time: the Batavia , the Essex, and the Titanic. WARNING: this episode of The Raven's Grove features the following trigger warnings: Sexual assault and abuse mentions Murder mentions, including murder of women, children and infants Torture mentions Whaling mentions Butchery/harvesting of animal goods...

In this episode, we take a look at some of the most famous Japanese cryptids: Aka Manto, otherwise known as the Red Cloak; Jorogumo, the Spider-Woman; the Kappa, the famed demon of the waterways; Kuchisake-Onna, the notorious Slit-Mouth Woman; and Teketeke, the bisected girl. WARNING: this episode of the Raven’s Grove features the following trigger warnings: Body harm mentions Animal predatory beh...

In this episode, we take a closer look at the stories of five of the most well-known Ancient Greek monsters: Typhon & Echidna; the Sphynx; the Cyclopses; and the Hydra. This Episode of The Raven's Grove features the following trigger warnings: Body Harm mentions Animal predatory behavior mentions Being Hunted mentions Cannibalism mentions Mutilation mentions Supernatural themes Urban legends F...