The Real Frankenstein

The Real Frankenstein

In this episode we uncover the true origins of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, a story born from scientific curiosity and the eerie promise of reanimation. Over 200 years later, its questions about creation, responsibility, and the limits of human ambition are more prominent than ever in the age of artificial intelligence... Cast List: Guy Walters: Author, historian and journalist Eric Meyers: Narrator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Architect of Evil: The Story of Albert Speer

Architect of Evil: The Story of Albert Speer

In his role as Adolf Hitler's favourite architect, Albert Speer was a central figure in the Fuhrer's inner circle and helped cement his position in power. Cast List: Dr. Karina Urbach: Author, ‘Go-Be...

18 Feb 202542min

Edward VIII: The King Who Quit

Edward VIII: The King Who Quit

In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast we look at the life of King Edward VIII and the controversies that dogged him during his life, from his love affair with an American divorcee to his me...

13 Feb 202545min

Operation America: Hitler’s Global Aspirations

Operation America: Hitler’s Global Aspirations

Adolf Hitler's aspirations were truly global. In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we hear about the Nazi’s plans to invade America - and the surprising support for National Socialism in ...

11 Feb 202543min

The Disappearance of Juan Borgia

The Disappearance of Juan Borgia

In the heart of Renaissance Rome, Juan Borgia, the favourite son of Pope Alexander VI, was found lifeless in the Tiber River. His murder remains one of history’s most perplexing unsolved cases. Was it...

6 Feb 202538min

Death in the Happy Valley: The Murder of the Earl of Erroll

Death in the Happy Valley: The Murder of the Earl of Erroll

What happened to Josslyn Hay, the controversial 22nd Earl of Erroll who moved to Kenya in 1920s to join a promiscuous, hedonistic group of UK expat elite known as ‘the Happy Valley set’? In this episo...

4 Feb 202544min

The Treasure of Solomon

The Treasure of Solomon

When the Romans looted Jerusalem in 70AD did they take the fabled treasure of Solomon back to Rome, or did the high priests hide it somewhere in the city? Jamie Theakston meets archaeologists who have...

30 Jan 202535min

Napoleon: From Corsica to Conqueror

Napoleon: From Corsica to Conqueror

We take a look at the remarkable journey of Napoleon Bonaparte, from his humble beginnings on the island of Corsica to becoming one of history’s most iconic and controversial figures. From his militar...

28 Jan 202535min

Nazi Rocket Scientist to NASA Engineer: Wernher von Braun

Nazi Rocket Scientist to NASA Engineer: Wernher von Braun

Wernher von Braun was vital to NASA's Apollo 11 mission to put a man on the moon, but this controversial 'American hero' had his Nazi past kept under wraps…    Cast List: Dr. Katherine Landdeck: Texa...

23 Jan 202540min

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