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Forbidden History

Forbidden History

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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 Social Sciences World
Episodes
  • MK-Ultra: Revisited

    MK-Ultra: Revisited
    Feb 3 2026
    In this episode, we take a deeper look into a clandestine CIA project from the Cold War-era, MK-Ultra. Mind control, drug use, and a potential link to Charles Manson are just a few of the topics that shadow this story, with its eventual exposure reshaping the public’s trust in government intelligence agencies. Cast List: Tony McMahon: Former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian Eric Meyers: Narrator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • Jesus and the Cross: Tracing the Evidence

    Jesus and the Cross: Tracing the Evidence
    Jan 27 2026
    This week we’re revisiting an earlier episode of Forbidden History that you may have missed. In this episode, we take a look at the historical evidence of Jesus’ crucifixion, from the realities behind the legend, to piecing together what we know for certain and what is missing. We explore how little detail the Bible truly contains – including no reference to a cross – and the lack of archaeological evidence. Cast List: Karen Bellinger: Anthropologist, archaeologist, and historian Dr Andrew Boakye: Lecturer in Religions & Theology at the University of Manchester Janina Ramirez: A cultural historian, broadcaster and author based at the University of Oxford Tony McMahon: A former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian Dominic Selwood: A historian, barrister, bestselling author, novelist and frequent contributor to national newspapers including The Independent, The Spectator and The Daily Telegraph Peter Stanford: Writer, editor, journalist and presenter, known for his biographies and writings on religion and ethics Gunnar Samuelsson: Author and Associate Professor in New Testament Studies at the University of Gothenburg. Bena Mantel: Licensed tour guide, lecturer and archaeologist. Peggy Brunache: Historian, archaeologist and lecturer at University of Glasgow Israel Hershkovitz: Anatomist Professor at Tel Aviv University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 mins
  • D-Day: The Allies' Battle for Liberation

    D-Day: The Allies' Battle for Liberation
    Jan 20 2026
    In this episode we take a look at the D-Day landings of World War II. From the overlooked battlefields to the details of the combined arms allied operation, this episode questions what we think we know about one of history’s most iconic military operations. Including a daring commando raid behind enemy lines, that was instrumental to the seizure of the beaches. Cast List: Geoffrey Wawro: Professor of Military History Peter Caddick-Adams: Historian Martin Davies: Author Stuart Lawrence: Historian Rudy Passera: Military Historian Eric Meyers: Narrator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
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