Stay ConnectedForbidden 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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Join us as we explore the Salem Witch Trials of 1692 - one of the most infamous chapters in American history. Discover how fear and superstition sparked mass hysteria in Salem, Massachusetts, leading to the wrongful execution of 20 innocent people. We’ll uncover the truth behind the trials, their lasting impact, and why many believe Salem remains haunted to this day.
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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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In 1307, the once-mighty Knights Templar were accused of heresy and dismantled by the French crown. Legend says their last Grand Master uttered a chilling curse as he faced the flames - a curse that would echo through the fall of kings and kingdoms. Was it coincidence, or the lingering shadow of the Templars’ wrath?
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Check out our other stories mentioned in this episode below:
Freemasons: The Original Secret Society - listen here
Oak Island: Beneath the Curse - listen here
Cast List:
Tony McMahon: Former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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Born in the shadows of the Crusades, the Knights Templar began as humble protectors of pilgrims but soon rose to unimaginable power. Who was this mysterious group? And how did they rise from guardians to legendary figures shrouded in mystery?
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Cast List:
Tony McMahon: Former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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In this episode, archaeologist Tim Sutherland leads the search for King Richard III’s long-lost chapel at Towton, North Yorkshire. Through the study of skeletons, with traces of vanished architecture, he uncovers clues that may reveal the hidden story of this medieval sanctuary.
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Cast List:
Tim Sutherland: Archaeologist, University of York
Simon Richardson: Metal Detectorist
Malin Holst: Osteoarcheologist, University of York
Anthony Massington: Buildings Archaeologist
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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In this episode, we dive into the fascinating history of the Harz Railway in Germany. A story that holds tales of witches, top-secret Nazi weapons programmes and political Cold War spies.
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Cast List:
Dominic Selwood: Historian & Journalist
Tim Dunn: Railway Historian
Guy Walters: Author & Historian
Dirk Bahnsen: Communications Manager, HSB
Claire Barratt: Industrial Engineer
Sabine Houben: Local Guide
Dr Friedhart Knolle: Harz National Park Authority
Dr Regine Heubaun: Mittelbau-Dora Concentration Camp Memorial
Nigel Jones: Author & Historian
Stefan Hordler: Director, Mittelbau-Dora Concentration Camp Memorial
Horst Dittman: Former Driver
Jurgen Steimecke: Former Driver
Christoph Lampert: Director, Brockenhaus Museum
Dietmar Schultke: Former GDR Border Guard
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we’re joined by Tony McMahon to discuss the enigma that is Stonehenge. Who built this 5000 year old monument and how? We cover the various theories and mysteries that have surrounded this remarkable site over the years.
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Cast List:
Tony McMahon: Former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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This week we’re revisiting an earlier episode of Forbidden History that you may have missed. In this episode, we examine the life of Prince George, Duke of Kent and delve into the conspiracies surrounding his untimely death.
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Cast List:
Lynn Picknett: Author & Historian
Guy Walters: Author & Historian
James Sherwood: Writer & Royal Correspondent
Dr Caroline Porter: Historian
Christopher Warwick: Royal Biographer & Historian
George Bethune: Caithness Local
John Harris: Author
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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In this episode, we join experts as they take a look at the fascinating story behind one of Australia’s historic railway lines. Everyday, tourists take the picturesque journey among ancient trees, towering mountains and majestic waterfalls before reaching the tableland above. But this railway line has a hidden story that links deadly animals, mysterious holes in the ground and WWII’s Pacific War…
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Cast List:
Guy Walters: Author & Historian
Claire Barratt : Industrial Engineer
Tim Daniel: Reserve Army Major
Duncan Ray: Adventurer
Dr Dominic Selwood: Historian and Author
Jo Barnes: Atherton Rotary Directory
Mary Searston: Local Historian
Ivan Searston: Historian
Dr. Timothy Bottoms: Journalist & Historian
Nigel Jones: Author & Historian
Lottie Hastie: Local Resident
Dr George Skeene: Local Historian
Daphne Miller: Local Resident
Desley Mosquito: Local Resident
Wil Kemp: Savannahlander Driver
Bob Slater: President, Athrail
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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In this episode, we dive into the brutal Battle of Monte Cassino, the crucial fight for Italy that tested the Allies’ determination against tough German defences. We discuss the causes that led to the breach of an important agreement, and to one of the most controversial bombings of the war.
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Cast List:
Rob Deere: Military Historian
Adele Garzarella: Geologist
Stephen Prince: Military Historian
Maurizio Zambardi: Author and Historian
Peter Caddick-Adams: Author and Historian
Geoffrey Wawro: Military Historian
Don Luigi Di Bussolo: Secretary to the Abbot, Abbey of Montecassino
Katherine Sharp Landedeck: Author and Historian
Robert M. Citino: Senior Historian, The National WW2 Museum
James Corum: Military Historian
Enrico Canini: Historian
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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In this Remembrance Day episode, we join Sir Tony Robinson to uncover the first day of the Battle of the Somme, from the perspective of five men from the Sheffield ‘Pals’ Battalion. Known in history to be one of the largest and bloodiest battles of World War 1, we recount its first 24 hours by tracing the Pals’ real story, visiting key sites and the families of those affected.
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Cast List:
Sir Tony Robinson: Author, Actor & Broadcaster
Helen Ullathorne: Archaeologist
Penny Meakin: Author, The Meakin Diaries
Paul Oldfield: Author & Battlefield Tour Guide
Nick Meakin: Grandson of Frank Meakin
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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