Hitler's Polar Railway

Hitler's Polar Railway

In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we hear the remarkable story of one of the northernmost railway lines on earth - high in the northern reaches of Scandinavia, this line links the coast of the Norwegian Sea with the rich resources of inland Sweden. But its secret story remains hidden at the bottom of a nearby fjord where the wrecks of Nazi destroyers and Allied ships lay testament to the crucial role it played in WWII… Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://surfshark.com/forbiddenhistory⁠⁠⁠⁠ or use code FORBIDDENHISTORY at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Cast List: Tim Dunn: Railway Historian Guy Walters: Author & Historian Claire Barratt: Industrial Engineer Frank Bang: Underwater Photographer Steingrim Sneve: Local Guide Nigel Jones: Author & Historian Eystein Markusson: Narvik Battle Expert Dominic Selwood: Historian & Journalist Stig Olav Johansen: Local Historian Prof. Steinar Aas: WWII Historian Rasmus Norling: Kiruna New Town Curator Eric Meyers: Narrator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Mysterious Origins of the Templars

The Mysterious Origins of the Templars

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...

9 Dec 202544min

The King’s Chapel Mystery

The King’s Chapel Mystery

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,...

2 Dec 202539min

Witches' Railway: From Pagan Myths to WWII & the Stasi

Witches' Railway: From Pagan Myths to WWII & the Stasi

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. Go to ⁠⁠⁠...

27 Nov 202538min

The Stonehenge Mystery

The Stonehenge Mystery

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 an...

25 Nov 202530min

The Prince George Conspiracy

The Prince George Conspiracy

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 surroun...

20 Nov 202546min

Australia’s Rainforest Railway

Australia’s Rainforest Railway

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, tow...

18 Nov 202538min

The Fight for Italy

The Fight for Italy

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...

13 Nov 202539min

The Somme: The First 24 Hours

The Somme: The First 24 Hours

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 t...

11 Nov 202541min

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