TMI Show Ep 250: “Charles the Impaler”

Behold the chilling history of Vlad the Impaler, the brutal 15th-century ruler whose legacy haunts the British monarchy, on the next gripping episode of The TMI Show with hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan. Uncover the shocking genealogical link tracing King Charles’ ancestry through his maternal great-grandmother, Mary of Teck, to the infamous Vlad Dracula, known for his merciless campaigns and the gruesome “forest of the impaled.” Explore how Vlad III’s violent reign, marked by poisoning wells and impaling enemies, birthed a legend that echoes in modern royalty. Delve into the meticulous research, from royal watcher blogs to Geni.com, confirming this eerie connection. The episode unravels Vlad’s harrowing childhood, his battles against Ottoman and Hungarian forces, and the brutal tactics that cemented his fearsome reputation.

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