What the FACT?!

Episode 18 - Animal Trials in Medieval Europe

In this episode, Lily and Buster recount the strange history of medieval animal trials, including a pig charged with murder and a virtuous donkey's surprising acquittal. While humorously discussing bizarre cases like caterpillars condemned for crop destruction, they examine the deeper cultural and legal implications of these events. Listen as they bring historical transcripts and peculiar anecdotes to life, revealing humanity's odd drive to assign blame—even to animals.