Implements of Torture

Send us Fan MailThis episode deals with one of Bram Stoker’s best short stories - The Squaw.  This is a story about a black cat that definitely gives Poe's The Black Cat a run for its money!George will read the story (with a few sound effects) and hope you are not too grossed out.What is The Squaw and why is it considered offensive today in its original form?What is an Iron Maiden? (not the metal group)How was Bram Stoker influenced by Edgar Allan Poe?Why is the cat angry at the humans?What does the boorish “American” do to the mother cat?What does the mother cat do to the boorish “American” in return?00:00 Introduction and shoutout01:31 Background to story6:20  The story begins09:30 Encounter with mother cat and her kitten18:27 Entering torture chamber32:04 Mother cat’s revenge35:46 Sources36:24 Future episodes37:00 OutroSupport the showThank you for experiencing Celebrate Creativity.