Truth Serum

Amos Goss

What would history’s most influential minds say if we could speak to them today? Blending AI with historical scholarship, Truth Serum revives the most revered and notorious voices in history for open, honest conversations. Not to hear what they would say, but what they might say—with hindsight, context, and a dash of truth serum. The conversation is never over. And the truth is never dead.

Episodes

  1. 18/11/2025

    King Henry II

    England’s great legal reformer recalls how he reshaped justice in ways that rippled across the world. He revisits his clashes with Becket, his wife, and his sons before reflecting on the empire he forged. Looking to the future, he weighs in on modern law — and delivers his judgment on the Bill of Rights.Truth Serum dares to ask: What would history’s most influential voices say if we could speak to them today? This is a dramatization built on the foundations of state-of-the-art AI and historical scholarship, we revive figures from the past for open conversations. Our goal isn’t to learn what they would say, but what they might say—with the full weight of hindsight, context, and a dash of truth serum. We believe the voices of the past still have something to teach us, that the conversation isn’t over and that the truth is never dead. Disclaimer: Some vintage advertisements featured in this episode include claims or statements that may no longer be accurate. They are presented solely for their historical and entertainment value. 👉 Learn more: https://www.truthserumproject.com/episode-5 💥 Leave us a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify and drop a comment. You’ll be entered into our Season Two drawing — the winner gets to choose a guest for an episode. Who would you bring back from the dead for dinner? Follow Truth Serum: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthserumproject/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/TruthSProject TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@truthserumproject YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@truthserumprojects Substack: https://substack.com/@truthserumproject Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579716477253

    59 min

  2. 17/11/2025

    Amelia Earhart

    The fearless flyer recalls the first time she saw an airplane—a moment that changed the course of her life. She reflects on the thrill and isolation of her Atlantic triumph, and the mystery that still surrounds her final flight. Earhart also celebrates the women who’ve carried her spirit into new frontiers and considers how far we’ve come since her time. Looking ahead, she imagines what it would mean for a human to land on Mars—and shares what she believes is still worth daring everything for. Truth Serum dares to ask: What would history’s most influential voices say if we could speak to them today? This is a dramatization built on the foundations of state-of-the-art AI and historical scholarship, we revive figures from the past for open conversations. Our goal isn’t to learn what they would say, but what they might say—with the full weight of hindsight, context, and a dash of truth serum. We believe the voices of the past still have something to teach us, that the conversation isn’t over and that the truth is never dead. Disclaimer: Some vintage advertisements featured in this episode include claims or statements that may no longer be accurate. They are presented solely for their historical and entertainment value. 👉 Learn more:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.truthserumproject.com/episode-⁠4 💥 Leave us a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify and drop a comment. You’ll be entered into our Season Two drawing — the winner gets to choose a guest for an episode. Who would you bring back from the dead for dinner? Special thanks to our sponsor Popsicle. Visit them at ⁠popsicle.com⁠  Follow Truth Serum: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/truthserumproject/⁠ X (Twitter): ⁠https://x.com/TruthSProject⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@truthserumproject⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@TruthSerumProjects⁠ Substack: ⁠https://substack.com/@truthserumproject⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579716477253

    57 min

  3. 03/11/2025

    Robert Johnson Part 1

    Listen to Part 2 at https://www.truthserumproject.com/episode-3 The great Godfather of Rock ’n Roll talks about his so-called deal with the devil, the artists who shaped his sound, where music traveled after he was gone, and shares his thoughts while listening to the sweet sounds of Berry, Clapton, Hendrix, Van Halen, and more.Truth Serum dares to ask: What would history’s most influential voices say if we could speak to them today? Using a blend of AI and historical scholarship, we revive figures from the past for open, honest conversations. Our goal isn’t to learn what they would say, but what they might say—with the full weight of hindsight, context, and a dash of truth serum. This is not a reenactment. It’s an informed exploration—built on handwritten letters, biographies and historical records. Our guests' answers are digitally generated based on all accessible information, and are not edited for content or substance. Each episode is intended to be thought-provoking and informative, without being definitive.  We believe the voices of the past still have something to teach us, that the conversation isn’t over and that the truth is never dead. 👉 Learn more: https://www.truthserumproject.com/episode-3 Follow Truth Serum: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthserumproject/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/TruthSProject TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@truthserumproject YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@truthserumprojects Substack: https://substack.com/@truthserumproject Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579716477253 This episode contains brief excerpts of copyrighted music used for the purpose of education, analysis, and historical commentary, consistent with U.S. fair use doctrine (17 U.S. Code § 107). The intent is not to entertain or set mood, but to study and analyze the evolution of rock music, as sparked by Robert Johnson’s pioneering work. Through comparison and commentary, we explore the techniques, styles, and musical innovations Johnson introduced, and how they shaped generations of guitarists across blues, rock, and modern genres. All clips are used in limited duration, are directly tied to critical discussion, and are intended to educate the listener on the lineage and lasting impact of Robert Johnson’s music.

    21 min

  4. 14/10/2025

    George Washington

    America’s first president reflects on his darkest days of the Revolution, recalls his time with Hamilton and Jefferson, weighs the legacies of Obama and Trump, tells us what he’d say if he ran for president today, and shares what the nation he helped create must do to survive. Truth Serum dares to ask: What would history’s most influential voices say if we could speak to them today? Built on the foundations of state-of-the-art AI and historical scholarship, we revive figures from the past for open conversations. Our goal isn’t to learn what they would say, but what they might say—with the full weight of hindsight, context, and a dash of truth serum. We believe the voices of the past still have something to teach us, that the conversation isn’t over and that the truth is never dead. Disclaimer: Some vintage advertisements featured in this episode include claims or statements that may no longer be accurate. They are presented solely for their historical and entertainment value. 👉 Learn more: https://www.truthserumproject.com/episode-2 💥 Leave us a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify and drop a comment. You’ll be entered into our Season Two drawing — the winner gets to choose a guest for an episode. Who would you bring back from the dead for dinner? Follow Truth Serum: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthserumproject/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/TruthSProject TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@truthserumproject YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthSerumProjects Substack: https://substack.com/@truthserumproject Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579716477253

    1h 19m

  5. 07/10/2025

    Ada Lovelace

    The world’s first computer programmer tells us what she saw that no one else did, weighs in on Women in Tech, takes the iPhone for a spin, and shares what we must remember as we move into the future. Truth Serum dares to ask: What would history’s most influential voices say if we could speak to them today? Built on the foundations of state-of-the-art AI and historical scholarship, we revive figures from the past for open conversations. Our goal isn’t to learn what they would say, but what they might say—with the full weight of hindsight, context, and a dash of truth serum. We believe the voices of the past still have something to teach us, that the conversation isn’t over and that the truth is never dead. Disclaimer: Some vintage advertisements featured in this episode include claims or statements that may no longer be accurate. They are presented solely for their historical and entertainment value. 👉 Learn more: https://www.truthserumproject.com/episode-1 💥 Leave us a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify and drop a comment. You’ll be entered into our Season Two drawing — the winner gets to choose a guest for an episode. Who would you bring back from the dead for dinner? Special thanks to our sponsor Popsicle. Visit them at popsicle.com Follow Truth Serum: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthserumproject/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/TruthSProject TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@truthserumproject YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@truthserumprojects Substack: https://substack.com/@truthserumproject Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579716477253

    56 min

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What would history’s most influential minds say if we could speak to them today? Blending AI with historical scholarship, Truth Serum revives the most revered and notorious voices in history for open, honest conversations. Not to hear what they would say, but what they might say—with hindsight, context, and a dash of truth serum. The conversation is never over. And the truth is never dead.

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  • Creator
    Amos Goss
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Amos Goss
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