In this chilling episode of HHH - Horrible Humans in History, we dive into the blood-soaked legend of Sawney Bean, the infamous Scottish cannibal said to have led a 48-member family of murderers who terrorized the countryside for decades. From his supposed beginnings as a petty criminal to the gruesome tales of ambushes, butchery, and a secret coastal cave filled with human remains, Sawney’s story blurs the line between history and horror. Was he a real man — or a political myth born from English propaganda? Join us as we uncover the origins of this centuries-old legend, explore the historical tensions that kept it alive, and examine why tales like Sawney Bean’s still haunt our imaginations today.