23 episodes

After Oppenheimer’s success at the Oscars, delve into the wider story of the atomic bomb. Told through the scientists and spies who changed history. Season 1 follows the scientist who discovers the destructive possibilities of harnessing nuclear power. It leads to the race to beat the Nazis to the first atomic bomb. Season 2 tells of a brilliant scientist who lives a double life, stealing atomic secrets for the Soviet Union. Season 3 is coming soon.

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    • History
    • 5.0 • 23 Ratings

After Oppenheimer’s success at the Oscars, delve into the wider story of the atomic bomb. Told through the scientists and spies who changed history. Season 1 follows the scientist who discovers the destructive possibilities of harnessing nuclear power. It leads to the race to beat the Nazis to the first atomic bomb. Season 2 tells of a brilliant scientist who lives a double life, stealing atomic secrets for the Soviet Union. Season 3 is coming soon.

    Trailer: The Black 14

    Trailer: The Black 14

    From Amazing Sport Stories, this is The Black 14.
    In 1969 Wyoming, racism is rife and 14 young black American footballers decide to take a stand. But the repercussions will change their lives forever. BA Parker takes us back to America’s turbulent 1960s to explore the injustice suffered by the “Black 14”.
    For the full four-part series, and other incredible tales, search for Amazing Sport Stories wherever you get your BBC podcasts.

    • 2 min
    Introducing: Love, Janessa

    Introducing: Love, Janessa

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    • 2 min
    S2.10 Fallout

    S2.10 Fallout

    Jail awaits - Klaus Fuchs is going down. But will he take Ursula with him? British intelligence wants names. As Fuchs is forced to face his past, Ursula tries to run from hers. Presenter Rosa Ellis questions how their actions have shaped today's nuclear tensions. #thebomb

    • 33 min
    S2.9 Dead cat, live cat

    S2.9 Dead cat, live cat

    A double life implodes. Fuchs faces judge and jury, but will he confess? A future as an eminent physicist is slipping away. And the friends who took him in as a young scientist are blindsided - they want answers. But first he must face the court. #thebomb

    • 30 min
    S2.8 The uncertainty principle

    S2.8 The uncertainty principle

    The spy catchers close in. Klaus Fuchs is caught in the crosshairs. Spymaster Ursula has outwitted the interrogators - but can he? As he settles down in England, British intelligence services are following him at every turn. He is caught in a web of surveillance - and his faith in the Soviets is faltering. How long can he run for? #thebomb

    • 30 min
    S2.7 Critical mass

    S2.7 Critical mass

    The interrogation of a spymaster. Ursula is questioned as Klaus Fuchs returns to England. Secrets threaten to be spilled and loyalties are tested. The war has ended, and the physicist could have a promising future. But will his past catch up with him? Could British intelligence services be on to him? #thebomb

    • 29 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
23 Ratings

23 Ratings

François TM ,

A Must Listen

Top tier historical drama show. Do not miss it.

LGBxl ,

Binge-worthy

Great historical podcast. Loved season 1. Very much enjoying season 2.

Peterlimalbe ,

Excellent

Excellent crafted history. Hanging, waiting for each episode. A past time, yet still living memory. Another from the BBC to follow the lazerous heist, the Unsolved Norwegian murder story and more.

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