In this episode, we take a look at the habits, ecology, biology, threats and some of the different species of rays found around the world.

WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers:

• Blood and Gore mentions
• Animal Predatory Behaviour mentions
• Humans hunting animals mentions
• Luxury animal product use mentions
• Death mentions
• Self Harm mentions
• War mentions
• Weapon mentions

So if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In our newest segment, "If I Ran The Museum", I'll be conducting a thought experiment about what artefacts and pop culture props I would put in a hypothetical museum exhibition about some of my favourite fictional franchises and real world cultures from history and archaeology. Today, we're talking about the imaginary museum exhibition I would do for the "Indiana Jones" franchise!

WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features MAJOR spoilers for the Indiana Jones film franchise, including:

• Raiders of the Lost Ark
• Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
• Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
• Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
• Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

As well as the following Trigger Warnings:

• Fascism mentions
• Nazi mentions
• World War mentions
• Cold War mentions
• Soviet Union mentions
• Cult mentions
• Human Sacrifice mentions
• Supernatural mentions
• Alien mentions
• Monster mentions
• Time Travel mentions

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 closer look at five facts about the academic discipline of archaeology:

• The differences between palaeontology and archaeology;
• why Lara Croft and Indiana Jones are not technically archaeologists by modern standards;
• which tool is the most highly valued by field archaeologists;
• a quick look at the various specialties in archaeology as an academic discipline;
• and finally, a brief overview of the cultural impact of the Indiana Jones franchise on the field of archaeology as a whole.

WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following triggers:

• Desecration of tomb mentions
• Imperialism mentions
• Colonialism mentions
• Nazi mentions
• Death mentions

As well as MAJOR spoilers for the Indiana Jones franchise, so if any of those are an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this Geek-themed episode, we take a look at some more random geeky facts, such as: how the actor to first play Hellboy got the role; the details about Johnny Silverhand's guitar; the potential timelessness of one of my all time favourite book series; how one man helped a sitcom get science right; and the link between one of the most infamous serial killers of the 20th century and Star Wars.

WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers:

• Supernatural/Horror mentions
• Crime mentions
• Weapon mentions
• Murder mentions
• Battlefield mentions
• Terrorism mentions
• Serial Killer mentions

As well as spoilers for the video game Cyberpunk 2077

So, if any of those are an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this Halloween-themed episode, we take a look at five spooky facts, including: the links between The Addams Family and the Lord Of The Rings; why there might or might not be a kindly werewolf on remote islands off the Scottish coast; the link between a classic adventure story, a lighthouse and one of the greatest works of Gothic Horror literature; and why you should always double check translations.

WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following triggers:

• Supernatural/Horror mentions
• Insect/Bee mentions
• Mild coarse language
• Genocide mentions
• Werewolf mentions
• Gothic Horror mentions
• Death mentions
• Shipwreck mentions
• Transformation mentions

As well as spoilers for the book The Strange Case of Doctor Jekyll and Mister Hyde

So, if any of those are a trigger or an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at the origins, backstory, sidekicks and various different versions of the scourge of Gotham's underworld, the Dark Knight himself, BATMAN.

WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following triggers:

• Crime mentions
• Death and Murder mentions
• Weapon mentions
• Combat mentions
• Bodily trauma from combat mentions
• Adoption mentions
• Drug mentions
• Drug abuse mentions
• Blackmail mentions
• Terrorism mentions
• Plagiarism mentions
• Abuse mentions
• Child abuse mentions

So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a closer look at some more plot holes from famous movie, comic book, tv show and video game franchises, such as: which drug can't The Flash tolerate, and why it doesn't make any sense; how come Superman treated a fellow superhero so poorly, going against character in a big way; which Far Cry protagonist doesn't fit the mould; and an animation error/plot hole twofer in The Simpsons.

WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers:

• Poison mentions
• Violence mentions
• Weaponry mentions
• Murder mentions
• Death mentions
• Cult mentions
• Dictator mentions
• Hunting mentions

So, if any of those are an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this newest segment, we talk about the origins, powers, weaknesses, changes and various different versions of famous superheroes. Today, we're talking SUPERMAN.

WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers:

• Apocalypse mentions
• Death mentions
• Genocide mentions
• Immigration mentions
• Drug mentions
• Adoption mentions
• Fascism mentions
• Dictator mentions
• Terrorism mentions
• Racism/Prejudice mentions
• Toxic Fandom mentions

So, if any of those are in any way a trigger for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.

In this episode, we take a look at three lesser known stories about music, such as: which iconic John Williams score is recently being used again after a 19 year hiatus; how a horror movie forever changed the trajectory of music; and which piece of Star Wars music is actually in one of the most ancient languages on the planet.

WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following Triggers:

• Supernatural mentions
• Horror mentions
• Devil/Satan mentions

So, if any of those are an issue for you, please give this episode a miss.

In this episode, we take a look at some facts about the comedy genius, Mel Brooks, including: two links between Mel Brooks and horror fiction; the reason why you don't see official Spaceballs merchandise; how Gene Wilder and Mel Brooks almost came to blows over a movie scene; and why Rick Moranis disappeared from acting.

WARNING: This episode of The Raven's Grove features the following triggers:

• Death mentions, particularly cancer mentions
• Horror mentions
• Zombie mentions
• Weapon mentions
• Apocalypse mentions

So, if any of those are in any way an issue for you, PLEASE GIVE THIS EPISODE A MISS.