Beheaded

Megan Moore & Elizabeth Black
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Torture. Execution. Death. Listen as two die-hard fans chat about some of history's most gruesome death sentences. From famous queens and kings to the uncommon names in history, no conviction will be left untouched. Try not to lose your head over this comical approach to the shocking and disturbing stories of treason and crime (whether found guilty or not). 

  1. DEC 16

    Paramours and Poison | Madame Marie-Madeleine de Brinvilliers

    Introducing Madame de Brinvilliers: devoted lover, enthusiastic poisoner, and a woman who could hold a truly impressive grudge. Her clever murder spree horrified Paris and helped ignite France’s obsession with secret poisons, eventually leading to the Affair of the Poisons. Competent, methodical, and alarmingly confident, she nearly got away with it all. Unfortunately for Marie-Madeleine, her own incriminating self-confessions ultimately led to her downfall. What begins as a scandalous love affair ends at the scaffold. Support the show

    1h 9m

  2. DEC 2

    Game of Roses | Richard Woodville

    Richard Woodville was the unlikely courtier who rose from modest origins to become Earl Rivers and father of the Queen of England. In the real-life Game of Thrones that was the Wars of the Roses, Woodville climbed from being the son of a chamberlain to the husband of a wealthy duchess. Their daughter, Elizabeth Woodville, rose higher still and married King Edward IV. But swift ascents create swift enemies, and the Woodville rise ignited resentment, rumors, and political backlash. In this episode, we unravel how Richard navigated the treacherous politics of York and Lancaster, how the Woodvilles became the family everyone loved to hate, and how ambition, marriage, and timing reshaped the fate of a dynasty. Support the show

    52 min

  3. NOV 18

    The Other Ptolemy Girl | Berenice IV

    For over 2,000 years, Cleopatra has remained one of the most recognizable queens in history. Yet despite her fascinating life, Cleopatra’s older sister is often reduced to a footnote. This episode turns our attention to Berenice IV, one of the most overlooked figures in the Ptolemaic Dynasty. When her father, Ptolemy XII, fled Egypt, Berenice suddenly found herself thrust onto the throne. But with the kingdom strained by political unrest and a dynasty unraveling, her reign was destined to be brief and turbulent. Join us as we uncover the story of a queen who fought to rule…and paid the ultimate price for it. Support the show

    1h 6m
  4. Special Edition Episode: Interview with Professor Suzannah Lipscomb

    OCT 31

    Special Edition Episode: Interview with Professor Suzannah Lipscomb

    We are honored to welcome renowned historian, author, and television presenter Professor Suzannah Lipscomb for a very special interview. Known for her sharp insight into the lives of women throughout history, Suzannah joins us to discuss everything from the impact of the Tudor world to the spread of witchcraft accusations over the centuries. Suzannah uncovers what it really means to reclaim history from a modern feminist lens. Expect wit, warmth, and a few shocking truths as we celebrate the return of Beheaded for Season 7! Support the show

    50 min

  5. MAY 21

    Whispers of Maleficium: The Pendle Witch Trials (Part II)

    Our season finale concludes with the fate of the Pendle Witches. After months in prison, nine men and women accused of witchcraft following a series of strange events in their small town finally face trial in Lancaster, England. But what they didn’t anticipate was the arrival of a most unlikely witness, someone no one had foreseen, who holds all of their fates in her hands. Support the show

    1 hr

  6. MAY 14

    Whispers of Maleficium: The Pendle Witch Trials (Part I)

    In 1612, the rural landscape of Lancashire became the backdrop for one of England’s most notable witch trials. This episode explores how village rivalries, deep-rooted superstitions, and a shifting political climate all played a role in the events leading up to the Pendle Witch Trials. King James I's personal fears about witchcraft and his book Daemonologie helped shape a legal system eager to pursue accusations of magic, malice and maleficium. In part one of our season finale, we set the stage for what would become one of the largest mass witch trials in English history. Support the show

    55 min

  7. APR 23

    Espionage and the Electric Chair | Ethel & Julius Rosenberg

    One of the most controversial espionage cases in American history was the trial and execution of Julius and Ethel Rosenberg. Accused of passing atomic secrets to the Soviet Union during the height of the Cold War, the Rosenbergs became symbols of both patriotic betrayal and political scapegoating. Were they truly spies—or victims of a paranoid era? Listen to the evidence and decide for yourself!  Support the show

    1h 4m

  8. APR 3

    Ella Disenchanted in Imperial Russia | Princess Elisabeth of Hesse and by Rhine

    Princess Elisabeth of Hesse and by Rhine is a captivating yet often overlooked figure in European royal history. Born into an impressive lineage as the daughter of Grand Duke Louis IV of Hesse and by Rhine, granddaughter of Queen Victoria, and sister-in-law to the Romanov family, Elisabeth’s life was marked by both privilege and tragedy. Despite the personal challenges she faced, she became one of the most admired and sought-after socialites of early 20th-century Europe, celebrated for her charm and grace. However, her royal blood would eventually become her greatest threat as Russian Revolutionists were on a mission to end anyone connected to the Imperial Family. Support the show

    58 min
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Torture. Execution. Death. Listen as two die-hard fans chat about some of history's most gruesome death sentences. From famous queens and kings to the uncommon names in history, no conviction will be left untouched. Try not to lose your head over this comical approach to the shocking and disturbing stories of treason and crime (whether found guilty or not). 

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  • Creator
    Megan Moore & Elizabeth Black
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    94
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Beheaded
  • Show Website
    Beheaded

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