Forbidden History

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Forbidden History

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.  For advertising enquiries, email sales@auddy.co

  1. 1D AGO

    Recreation For The Reich

    In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we look into how Adolf Hitler leveraged recreation and leisure activities to control Germany's workforce and instill the ideals of the Nazi regime in the citizens of the Third Reich. Cast List: 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.  Andrew Gough: Writer, presenter and editor of The Heretic Magazine  Terry Charman: Historian & Author  Michael Lynch: Author of ‘Understanding Nazi Germany’ Adrian Weale: Author & Former British Army Intelligence Officer Prof. Steven Klipstein: Author & Historian  Nigel H. Jones: Author & Historian Colin Philpott: Author of "Relics of the Reich" Jim Meigs: Author & Historian Jan Seidler: Prora Documentation Centre Eric Meyers: Narrator   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    42 min

  2. 3D AGO

    The Tragic End of Arthur of Brittany

    In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we delve into the mysterious murder of Arthur of Brittany, the young heir whose death in 1203 raised questions of betrayal and political intrigue. Was it a power play by King John of England, or something more sinister? Cast List: Stephen Church: Historian & Expert on King John Ciaran O’Keefe: Criminal Psychologist Prof. Michael Green: Forensic Pathologist  Andrew Rose: Barrister & QC Richard Felix: Author & Historian  Lynn Picknett: Historian and researcher specialising in exposing historical conspiracies. She is also the co-author of several notable works Eric Meyers: Narrator  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    39 min

  3. MAR 27

    Fritz Todt: The Man Who Built Germany’s Roads and War Machine

    Fritz Todt was responsible for overseeing major engineering projects such as the autobahn, the West Wall defenses, and more. But in 1942, he died under mysterious circumstances… Cast List: Jadwiga Korowaj: Local Guide, in collaboration with Wolf’s Lair Museum Nigel Jones: Author and Historian Guy Walters: Author and Historian  Dr. Christian Packheiser: Leibniz Institute for Contemporary History John Guse: Author, ‘Plassenburg Spirit: Nazi Technology’ Dr. Paul Jaskot: Author, ‘The Architecture of Oppression’ Shalina Patel: Historian Vincent Schmitt: Location Guide, in collaboration with The Museum of the Atlantic Wall  Dr. Magnus Brechtken: Leibniz Institute for Contemporary History Eric Meyers: Narrator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    42 min

  4. MAR 25

    Murder in the Bahamas: The Oakes Conspiracy

    In 1943, Sir Harry Oakes, a wealthy gold magnate, was brutally murdered in the Bahamas, where the Duke of Windsor was serving as governor at the time. The investigation and trial were marred by allegations that the Duke influenced the outcome, fuelling suspicions of a cover-up… Cast List:  Raymond J Batvins: Former FBI Special Agent  James Owen: Author, ‘A Serpent in Eden’ Andrew Morton: Author, ’17 Carnations, The Windsors, The Nazi and the Cover Up’ Dr. Robert Bruce-Chwatt: Consultant Forensic Physician  John Marquis: Author & Former Newspaper Editor  Eric Meyers: Narrator  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min
  5. Florida's Nuclear Apocalypse Bunker | Where Did Everyone Go?

    MAR 23 · BONUS

    Florida's Nuclear Apocalypse Bunker | Where Did Everyone Go?

    Discover how a top-secret government bunker would help America survive a worst-case nuclear war scenario.  Bringing you a bonus episode from a brand new podcast from the Like A Shot network. Join historian Sascha Auerbach, and comedian Tom Ward, as they reveal the incredible stories behind eerie ghost towns, ruined mansions, forgotten factories, crumbling castles, wartime relics, haunted prisons, and much more. 'Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned' is an entertaining journey into the world’s most remarkable abandoned places. If you enjoyed this episode, search for ‘Where Did Everyone Go?’ on your favourite podcast platform and be sure to follow for more episodes. Or click here to follow.  — Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    34 min

  6. MAR 20

    The Private Life of Hitler

    TW: The following episode contains discussion of suicide, please listen with care.  In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we explore Adolf Hitler's childhood, his artistic ambitions, and his relationships, delving into how these personal experiences, shaped by the trauma of war, fuelled the motivations that ultimately led to widespread destruction. Cast List: Dr. Tracy Borman: Royal Historian & Chief Curator at Historic Royal Palaces Hallie Rubenhold: Author & Historian Tony McMahon: Author & Historian Dominic Selwood: Author & Historian Nigel Jones: Author & Historian  Herbert & Kerstin Weidler: Auktionshaus Weidler Martin Schmitt-Bredow: Munich Tour Guide Eric Meyers: Narrator  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    46 min

  7. MAR 18

    Secrets of the Templar Treasure

    Did the Knights Templar plunder treasure from Jerusalem and conceal it? Several theories suggest possible hiding places, including an uninhabited island in Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, Royston Cave in Hertfordshire, England, and beneath Rosslyn Chapel in Scotland, which was featured in the 2006 film The Da Vinci Code starring Tom Hanks. Cast List: Jamie Theakston: Investigative Journalist Andrew Gough: Writer, presenter and editor of The Heretic Magazine  Rev. Lionel Fanthorpe: Author ‘Mysteries & Secrets of Time’ Lynn Picknett: Historian and researcher specialising in exposing historical conspiracies. She is also the co-author of several notable works Clive Prince: Author  Robert Howells: Author  Andrew Sinclair: Author & Historian  Ian Garner: Director, Rosslyn Chapel Trust  Anne McNeil: Guide, Rosslyn Chapel  Dan Blackenship: Owner, Oak Island  Sylvia Beamon: Author & Local Historian Eric Meyers: Narrator NB: This episode was originally researched and broadcast in 2013 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    43 min

  8. MAR 13

    Heisenberg and the Atomic Bomb

    As one of their most controversial scientists, Heisenberg was key in the Nazis' efforts to develop an atomic bomb. But how close was he to succeeding? Cast List: Dr Gerhard Rammer: Deutsches Technikmuseum Shalina Patel: Historian  Guy Walters: Author and Historian  Dr. Mark Walker: Union College, New York  Nigel Jones: Author and Historian  Dr. Kathryn Olesko: Georgetown University Dr. Magnus Brechtken: Leibniz Institute for Contemporary History Gunhild Lurås: Norwegian Industrial Workers Museum  Dr Katherine Sharp Landdeck: Texas Woman’s University  Egidius Fechter: Atomkeller Museum Eric Meyers: Narrator  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    45 min
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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.  For advertising enquiries, email sales@auddy.co

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  • Creator
    Like A Shot Entertainment
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    112
  • Rating
    Clean

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