Taboo Treasures

About Taboo Treasures

Taboo Treasures is a true crime–adjacent podcast that dives deep into the world’s most shocking, macabre, and controversial artifacts—the objects that carry the weight of dark history, forbidden belief, and unspeakable acts. From the sneakers worn by the Heaven’s Gate cult on their final night… to the copy of Catcher in the Rye found int he possession of the man who killed John Lennon… to relics, Barbie Dolls and memorabilia linked to murder, mystery, and mayhem—each episode unearths the twisted stories behind these rare and disturbing collectibles. 🎧 Taboo Treasures explores where history, crime, obsession, and the occult collide. 📩 Got a story tip or artifact lead? Email us at info@eviocreative.com ✅ Follow, rate, and review Taboo Treasures on your favorite podcast app. #TabooTreasures #MacabreArtifacts #TrueCrimeMeetsHistory #DarkCollectibles #InfamousObjects #OccultHistory

Publisher

EVIO Creative

Category

history · society & culture · true crime

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

2 Jul 2025

Latest episode

2 Mar 2026

Latest episodes

24 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   2 Mar 2026

   Executions: From Cruel to Unusual

   Taboo Treasures Executions: From Cruel to Unusual This week, the guys take on one of humanity’s oldest, darkest institutions — and examine it the only way Taboo Treasures can: historically accurate, deeply researched… and just irreverent enough to make you question everything. From ancient empires to modern governments, execution has been used as punishment, spectacle, deterrent, political theater, and sometimes, public entertainment. But behind every method lies a bigger story — about power, fear, control, and the uncomfortable truth that societies often reveal their values in the way they choose to end a life. In this episode, the hosts trace the evolution of execution across centuries, exploring the innovations, the controversies, and the strange moments when efficiency, morality, and public perception collided. Because nothing says “civilization” quite like constantly redesigning the machinery of death. In this episode: •    Ancient execution methods and their role as public spectacle •    The guillotine and the illusion of “humane” death •    Hangings, firing squads, and the engineering of efficiency •    The rise of the electric chair, gas chamber, and lethal injection •    How politics, public opinion, and optics have shaped modern execution practices •    The strange intersection of technology, ethics, and state power Along the way, the guys unpack the uncomfortable reality that every generation believes it has finally discovered the most humane way to do something fundamentally inhumane. It’s history. It’s disturbing. And yes — there are moments where you’ll laugh and immediately feel a little guilty about it. Because sometimes the most taboo treasures aren’t objects at all. Sometimes they’re the systems we built — and the stories we told ourselves to live with them. If today’s episode stayed with you: ⭐ Follow and subscribe so you don’t miss new episodes 📝 Leave a review or comment — it helps others discover the show 📲 Share this episode with someone who enjoys history with a sharp edge 🎙️ And remember: history doesn’t just tell us what happened — it shows us what people were willing to justify at the time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2. 

   23 Feb 2026

   Would it Kill You to Get a Job?

   Taboo Treasures Bruce and Jef are back — and this time, they’re digging into the jobs that history forgot to warn us about. In this episode, the guys explore some of the most dangerous occupations ever recorded, from the distant past to the modern day. And while some of these roles sound like they belong in another century, others might surprise you — because the risk of life and limb isn’t always where you’d expect it. They uncover the brutal realities behind historical work that pushed the limits of human endurance and survival — jobs so hazardous it’s hard to believe anyone agreed to do them. Then they fast-forward to the present, revealing modern professions that may seem routine on the surface but carry shocking levels of danger. From ancient hazards to contemporary risks, this episode shines a light on the hidden cost of the work that keeps society moving — and the people who take those risks every day. Because sometimes the most dangerous jobs aren’t the ones that look extreme… They’re the ones we think are ordinary. 🎧 Call to Action If today’s episode surprised you: ⭐ Follow and subscribe so you never miss an episode 📝 Leave a rating or review — it helps more listeners discover the show 📲 Share this episode with someone who loves strange history and surprising facts 🎙️ And remember: the stories behind everyday life are often more extraordinary than we realize. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3. 

   14 Feb 2026

   Valentine's Day Special

   Bruce and Jeff are BACK to shine their weird and crazy light on the loveliest of all our made up holidays... Valentine's Day. We hope you're spending today with someone who understands what today truly represents: it's just another Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

15 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 11 / 100

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Quality

2

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

51