Forbidden History

Jan 29 2025 92 ep. 36 mins 420
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Forbidden History is a documentary podcast series which explores the past’s darkest corners, sheds light on the lives of intriguing individuals, and uncovers the truth buried deep in history’s most controversial legacies. Each episode will delve into the history archives to reveal new perspectives on familiar stories. 

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The Treasure of Solomon

Jan 29 2025 36 mins  
When the Romans looted Jerusalem in 70AD did they take the fabled treasure of Solomon back to Rome, or did the high priests hide it somewhere in the city? Jamie Theakston meets archaeologists who have dedicated their lives to finding it. Cast List: Jamie Theakston: Investigative Journalist Andrew Gough: Writer, presenter and editor of The Heretic Magazine Lynn Picknett: Historian

Napoleon: From Corsica to Conqueror

Jan 27 2025 36 mins  
We take a look at the remarkable journey of Napoleon Bonaparte, from his humble beginnings on the island of Corsica to becoming one of history’s most iconic and controversial figures. From his military successes and defeats that defined his life, to his rise to power, his personal relationships, and the enduring legacy he left on Europe and the world. Cast List: Dr. Tracy Borman

Nazi Rocket Scientist to NASA Engineer: Wernher von Braun

Jan 22 2025 41 mins  
Wernher von Braun was vital to NASA's Apollo 11 mission to put a man on the moon, but this controversial 'American hero' had his Nazi past kept under wraps… Cast List: Dr. Katherine Landdeck: Texas Woman’s University Michael J. Neufeld: The National Air and Space Museum Shalina Patel: Historian Nigel Jones: Author & Historian Guy Walters: Author & Historian Bernd Crabs:

Royal Rebel: The Life of Princess Margaret

Jan 20 2025 47 mins  
In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we take a look at the life of Princess Margaret, Queen Elizabeth II’s younger sister. Known for her beauty, style and glamorous lifestyle, Margaret was an intriguing figure who broke the royal mould and was often deemed the ‘rebellious royal’. Cast List: Dr. Tracy Borman: Royal Historian & Chief Curator at Historic Royal Pala

The Mystery of the Giants

Jan 13 2025 35 mins  
Jamie Theakston travels to Sardinia to meet the archaeologists who claim to have found evidence of a race of giants. He speaks with researchers who claim to have discovered such evidence in networks of caves and tombs around the world. Cast List: Jamie Theakston: Investigative reporter Andrew Gough: Writer, presenter and editor of The Heretic Magazine Marcello Polastri: Sardinia

Hidden Tomb: Tracing a Saint

Jan 08 2025 36 mins  
In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we look into the life of Mary Magdalene, the Saint who played a pivotal role in early Christianity and witnessed the execution and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We speak with experts to investigate the truth behind her mysterious disappearance and embark on a quest to locate her undiscovered remains. Cast List: Lynn Picknett: His

Hitler's British Headquarters

Jan 06 2025 33 mins  
In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we join author and historian Guy Walters as he explores one of the greatest historical ‘what ifs?’ of all time - what if Nazi Germany had won WW2? And more specifically, what were Hitler’s post-war plans for Britain? Cast List: Guy Walters: A British author, historian, and journalist who has written several books on WWII. As

The Priory of Sion

Dec 30 2024 40 mins  
Forbidden History undertakes an in-depth investigation on the mysterious secret society known as 'The Priory of Sion'. A society that traces its roots back to the 12th Century and is believed to protect incontrovertible, if heretical, information about the marriage of Jesus Christ. Cast List: Jean-Luc Chaumeil: Author & Researcher Andrew Gough: Writer, presenter and editor of The

Decoding the Illuminati

Dec 23 2024 35 mins  
Who are the mysterious group known as "The Illuminati"? If it exists at all, where do they operate from and who are its members? In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we follow Jamie Theakston as he investigates this so-called powerful secret society. Cast List: Jamie Theakston: Investigative Journalist Alan Butler: Author ‘Before the Pyramids’ Simon Cox: Author

The Yakuza: Secret Societies

Dec 18 2024 41 mins  
With its origins in the Samurai culture of 17th century Japan, the Yakuza are one of the most infamous, secret and feared secret societies. In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we investigate just how the Yakuza operate today... Cast List: Jake Adelstein: Journalist & Author Hiroki Allen: Security Consultant Robert Whiting: Author, Tokyo Underworld Horiryu: Tattoo A