Serial Killers of Medieval Spain
Summary
This episode explores medieval Spanish serial murder through three distinct lenses: Sancho Calvo, a weaver who poisoned his family for inheritance; King Pedro I, whose personal violence and political paranoia earned him the title "The Cruel"; and roving bandit gangs who terrorized highways during social upheaval. The host details how these crimes prompted the creation of the Hermandades, early police forces, and stricter poison regulations. The discussion also examines how medieval society interpreted such violence through religious and supernatural frameworks, including werewolf myths and …
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