Cannibalism and Corpse Medicine with Dr Richard Sugg

07/10/20 • 33 min

Helen takes a deep dive into some gory medical history with Dr Richard Sugg, professor of renaissance literature in Durham. They talk about all manner of wacky medical cures, such as blood consumption and powdered skull, and how these were used by royal surgeons and paupers alike to cure themselves of diseases or to manipulate their enemies.

Producer: Peter Curry

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Producer: Peter Curry

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