In this episode , we unravel the myth of the questing beast, a medieval tale mystified by vivid imaginations and rumours of the time. And don't worry, Misha's narrative skills weave a story that will leave a very satisfying aftertaste, so do stick around to the end. Rather often in human history, reality lends itself to be supremely overexaggerated, but that doesn't mean the foundations of such stories are themselves boring. Listen to this weeks Tea and Biscuits to find out more!

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This laid-back and retrospective episode, we sit down and discuss the show: how far we'd come, how it started, what we did along the way, what worked, what did not, and how we evolved over this year.
Thank you for your support this whole time. We love you

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Circumnavigating the globe in 1519 was one of the most ambitious voyages ever conceived. Harried by deadly sees, strange natives, and a treacherous crew, this mission proved more dangerous than could ever be expected.
Join us as we explore it's many twists and turns

Sources:
Information:
Over the Edge of the World by Laurence Bergreen
Antonio Pigafetta's Journal
Cartography: The Ideal and Its History by Matthew H. Edney

Music:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XgpxpTe5pus&list=PL2D9WFhKARINFHpYFX6Y6stq4FMcCcYyv&index=5
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKZax-Pz-GQ&list=PLqi51aibKx1kyQOqn8r_84VPRhgxw2Co7&index=6&pp=iAQB8AUB
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gnbYW5pTCiM&list=PLqi51aibKx1kyQOqn8r_84VPRhgxw2Co7&index=13

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On the 12th of April 1961 a short, bright-eyed troublemaker from the middle of nowhere became the first man to leave our shining little blue marble behind him, and venture into the great unknown.
This is his story

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An often misunderstood poetry form, Haikus can tell us a lot about Japanese culture, thought patterns, and even their wildlife. This episode, Bobby tries to explain to Misha their rich history, ephemeral characteristics, and why on earth he should care? So pour yourself a cup of green tea, lean back, close your eyes and enjoy the journey.


Credit (music):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cjPu2lAW20&list=PLQ6fnTAuqDrEDI7-tTevKOLq2ZG7iv4Mm&index=12
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NATFgmYIz88&list=PLQ6fnTAuqDrFRfW39w1qvoBXWt-Xo86xa&index=8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B6IFH9UH0Mc&list=PLQ6fnTAuqDrEDI7-tTevKOLq2ZG7iv4Mm&index=18
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlaBhQloEok&list=PLQ6fnTAuqDrEDI7-tTevKOLq2ZG7iv4Mm&index=18
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pM_yiZyC4dU&list=PLfP6i5T0-DkIPeTRt2aIbUQKKhtq10ATy
Thank you Moji Momiziba and Alex Productions

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No doctrine has been taught more consistently throughout the history of philosophy than the general immorality of lying. Yet few doctrines have been as contentious as the specifics and boundaries of the previous proposition.

Join us as we discuss everything from Santa Claus, to nazis at the door from the perspective of diverse philosophers like Kant, Akin and Aquinas.

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A man went to war with the sea, built his horse a palace, and executed his biggest fans. Join us as we explore the terrifying, hilarious wackjob that is Emperor Caligula.

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Could a single government ever control the world? Would we want that? What would it look like? Does it already exist under our eyes?

All this and more in this week's episode of Promethean Onion with the incredible Misha and Bobby

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