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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Prince George – Tragedy or Treason? | The Visual Edition
Thursday, November 5, 2026 • Duration 43:44
On the 25th of August 1942, during the height of the Second World War, a flying boat destined for Reykjavik in Iceland crashed into the side of a hill in the Scottish Highlands. Among those who lost their lives was the VIP they were transporting. He was Prince George, Duke of Kent, brother of King George VI of the United Kingdom and uncle to the current monarch, Queen Elizabeth II.
During his lifetime, George became one of the best-known public figures of the age, yet after his mysterious death the details of his life were seemingly erased from history. Some believe that this is the result of a government cover up, but what were they trying to hide?
In his youth the duke was one of the more scandalous members of the royal family. Wherever he would travel, rumors would follow him of fleeting affairs, drug addictions, illegitimate children, and relationships with men.
In his later life, once settled and married, some have theorized his involvement in espionage through WWII, with stories of him attending secret meetings with representatives of global powers. Others, however, paint a far darker picture of the duke’s true intentions, suggesting the theory he was plotting to overturn the British government, fraternize with the enemy, and negotiate peace with Adolf Hitler.
In this episode, we examine the life of Prince George, Duke of Kent and discover just what the prince had been involved in, and did it play a part in his untimely death?
Introducing Forbidden History: The Visual Edition, revisiting stories from our archive with imagery and footage that bring the people, places and mysteries to life.
Now available on our main feed, it’s a richer, more immersive way to enjoy the stories you know and discover those you may have missed.
Cast List:
Christopher Warwick
A royal biographer and historian, he is the author of fourteen published books on modern royal subjects and is the authorized biographer of HRH the Princess Margaret.
Dr Caroline Porter
A British historian specialising on the 20th Century.
Guy Walters
A British author, historian, and journalist who has written several books on WWII. As a journalist for The Times, he writes on historical topics for the national press.
Lynn Picknett
A historian and researcher specialising in exposing historical conspiracies, she is co-author to several notable works including “Turin Shroud: How Leonardo da Vinci Fooled History” and “War of the Windsors”
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The Faith and Terror of the Gunpowder Plot
Season 3 · Episode 192
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 • Duration 39:45
Beyond Guy Fawkes, who were the men behind the Gunpowder Plot? Historian Nigel Jones joins Forbidden History to explore Robert Catesby and his fellow conspirators, the religious persecution that fuelled their plans, and the capture, torture and executions that followed. What are we really remembering on Bonfire Night, and how did the failed plot reshape England?
Cast List:
Eric Meyers: Narrator
Nigel Jones: Historian
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Halloween Special: Salem Witch Trials | The Visual Edition
Thursday, October 29, 2026 • Duration 42:11
In this Halloween special episode, we take a look at the Salem Witch Trials of 1692, where the small U.S. town of Salem was gripped by mass hysteria involving witchcraft. 20 innocent men and women were executed, but were later pardoned. Many believe that Salem, Massachusetts, remains haunted, with some using modern witchcraft to appease vengeful spirits and lift this legendary curse.
Introducing Forbidden History: The Visual Edition, revisiting stories from our archive with imagery and footage that bring the people, places and mysteries to life.
Now available on our main feed, it’s a richer, more immersive way to enjoy the stories you know and discover those you may have missed.
Cast List:
Sam Baltrusis: Author & Historian
Lynn Picknett: Historian and researcher specialising in exposing historical conspiracies. She is also the co-author of several notable works
Dominic Selwood: Historian, barrister, bestselling author, novelist and frequent contributor to national newspapers including The Independent, The Spectator and The Daily Telegraph
Andrew Gough: Writer, presenter and editor of The Heretic Magazine
Richard Felix: A historian and lecturer specialising in local and paranormal history.
Dr. Karen Bellinger: Anthropologist, archaeologist, and historian
Dr. Sheila K. Hoffman: Art Historian, Iconologist and Senior Lecturer at the University of Massachusetts
Thomas Vallor: Salem Historian
Nick Dickinson: Witch, Headmistress of Circe Academy in Salem
Jacqui Allouise: Witch, owner of The Cauldron Black in Salem
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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Halloween Special: The Unsolved Mystery of the Woman in the Wych Elm
Season 3 · Episode 191
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 • Duration 40:41
This Halloween, Forbidden History investigates the Woman in the Wych Elm. Who was she, and who hid her body inside a tree? Explore one of Britain’s most haunting unsolved mysteries.
Cast List:
Eric Meyers: Narrator
Joyce M. Coley: Author of ‘Bella: An Unsolved Mystery’.
Andrew Sparke: Independent publisher and author of ‘Bella in the Wych Elm’.
Richard Lund: Son of Dr John Lund, the forensic scientist who examined the victim’s remains and fragments of clothing.
Giselle K. Jakobs: Palaeontologist, author of ‘The Spy in the Tower’ and granddaughter of German spy Josef Jakobs.
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The Devil's Bible | The Visual Edition
Thursday, October 22, 2026 • Duration 42:07
In this episode, we follow the 800-year history of a medieval Bible manuscript, famous for its giant illustration of the Devil contained within its pages. We recount its journey across Europe as it changes hands between emperors and queens and the history it sees along the way—as well as the cursed legends that follow it.
Introducing Forbidden History: The Visual Edition, revisiting stories from our archive with imagery and footage that bring the people, places and mysteries to life.
Now available on our main feed, it’s a richer, more immersive way to enjoy the stories you know and discover those you may have missed.
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Dominic Selwood: A historian, barrister, bestselling author, novelist and frequent contributor to national newspapers including The Independent, The Spectator and The Daily Telegraph
Janina Ramirez: A cultural historian, broadcaster and author based at the University of Oxford
Tony McMahon: A former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian
Elin Andersson: A specialist in ancient manuscripts and an expert on the Devil’s Bible, based at the National Library of Sweden
Scott Sophos: Prague-based historian and teacher
Dr Andrew Boakye: Lecturer in Religions & Theology at the University of Manchester
Peter Stanford: Writer, editor, journalist and presenter, known for his biographies and writings on religion and ethics
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Why Cleopatra Risked Everything
Season 3 · Episode 190
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 • Duration 39:12
Cleopatra’s beauty became legend, but her fight for power shaped history. Joined by historian Arran Irvin, we explore her rise to Egypt’s throne, her alliances with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony, and the ambition, rivalries and fatal decisions behind one of history’s most famous queens.
Cast List:
Eric Meyers: Narrator
Arran Erwin: Historian of Ancient Rome
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The Pyramid Code | The Visual Edition
Thursday, October 15, 2026 • Duration 44:37
Ancient pyramids are among the greatest wonders of the world and exist across many civilizations. In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we explore the origins of these structures, as experts question if they were independently constructed or perhaps the design of something more mysterious…
We’re bringing back some of our classic stories, this time with visuals!
Introducing Forbidden History: The Visual Edition, revisiting stories from our archive with imagery and footage that bring the people, places and mysteries to life.
Now available on our main feed, it’s a richer, more immersive way to enjoy the stories you know and discover those you may have missed.
Cast List:
Klint Janulis: Archaeologist & Former Special Forces Operative
Lynn Picknett: Historian and researcher specialising in exposing historical conspiracies. She is also the co-author of several notable works
Andrew Gough: Writer, presenter and editor of The Heretic Magazine
Tony McMahon: Former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian
Dr. Karen Bellinger: Anthropologist, archaeologist, and historian
Dr. Bob Bianchi: Art historian
Dr. Meredith Brand: Archaeologist & Egyptologist
Hugh Newman: Author & Megalith Enthusiast
Dr. Sergio Gómez Chávez: Archaeologist
Marianne Tames-Demauras: Egyptologist & Archaeological Scientist
Dr. Sheila K. Hoffman: Art Historian, Iconologist and Senior Lecturer at the University of Massachusetts
Sam Osmanagich: Author & Pyramid Researcher
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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Blood on Holy Island: The Viking Raid on Lindisfarne
Season 3 · Episode 169
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 • Duration 35:45
Little did the monks at the monastery on Lindisfarne Island suspect on a cold Northumbrian morning in 793 that they were to become the first victims of a new breed of raiders whose plunder would usher in a new age soon to dominate Europe.
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Eric Meyers: Narrator
Tim Sutherland: Archaeologist and Host
Max Adams: Archaeologist and Author
Richard Carlton: Archaeologist
Keith Cooper: Artist
John Haywood: Historian and Author
Dr. Ian Kille: Geologist
Dr. Chris Monk: Anglo-Saxon Historian
Dr. David Petts: Archaeologist
Prof. Neil Price: Archaeologist
Jessica Turner: Historic and Built Environment Officer
Lisa Westcott Wilkins: Archaeologist and Co-Founder of DigVentures
Brendon Wilkins: Co-Founder of DigVentures
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Curse of the Crystal Skulls | The Visual Edition
Thursday, October 8, 2026 • Duration 43:19
In this episode, we delve into the enigmatic crystal skulls, believed by some to be ancient relics of the Aztec and Maya civilizations, endowed with supernatural powers. Experts follow new leads to determine whether these crystal skulls are authentic artifacts or modern-day forgeries.
Introducing Forbidden History: The Visual Edition, revisiting stories from our archive with imagery and footage that bring the people, places and mysteries to life.
Now available on our main feed, it’s a richer, more immersive way to enjoy the stories you know and discover those you may have missed.
Cast List:
Lynn Picknett: Historian and researcher specialising in exposing historical conspiracies. She is also the co-author of several notable works
Andrew Gough: Writer, presenter and editor of The Heretic Magazine
Tony McMahon: Former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian
Joe Nickell: Paranormal Investigator
Bill Homann: Owner of The Mitchell – Hedges skull
Dr. Ashwini Bharathula: Material Scientist & Artist
Star Johnsen-Moser: Spiritual Healer
Israel Casanova: Shaman
Elizabeth Cunningham: Participant
Patrick Dreher: Crystal Carver
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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The Nuremberg Trials: The Real Story
Season 3 · Episode 188
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 • Duration 32:59
Historian Nigel Jones takes us inside the Nuremberg Trials, where leading Nazis faced justice. What did it take to hold the men behind the Holocaust to account?
Cast List:
Eric Meyers: Narrator
Nigel Jones: Historian
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