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DOM Ep341 - The Legend of Sawney Bean, the Scottish Cannibal

August 15, 2025·48 min·4 clips

Joe introduces Sawney Bean, the Scottish cannibal whose 48-member clan inspired Wes Craven's The Hills Have Eyes.

Joe and Ivan explore the legendary tale of Sawney Bean, a 15th-century Scottish cannibal who, with his wife Black Agnes, led a 48-member clan that preyed on travelers. They blend comedic banter with historical details, discussing the clan's gruesome cave, capture, and cultural legacy in films like The Hills Have Eyes.

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