Episodes

  • Halloween Special: The Unsolved Mystery of the Woman in the Tree

    Halloween Special: The Unsolved Mystery of the Woman in the Tree
    Oct 27 2026
    This Halloween, Forbidden History investigates the Woman in the Wych Elm. Who was she, and who hid her body inside a tree? Explore one of Britain’s most haunting unsolved mysteries. Cast List: Eric Meyers: Narrator Joyce M. Coley: Author of ‘Bella: An Unsolved Mystery’. Andrew Sparke: Independent publisher and author of ‘Bella in the Wych Elm’. Richard Lund: Son of Dr John Lund, the forensic scientist who examined the victim’s remains and fragments of clothing. Giselle K. Jakobs: Palaeontologist, author of ‘The Spy in the Tower’ and granddaughter of German spy Josef Jakobs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    41 mins
  • The Devil's Bible | The Visual Edition

    The Devil's Bible | The Visual Edition
    Oct 22 2026
    In this episode, we follow the 800-year history of a medieval Bible manuscript, famous for its giant illustration of the Devil contained within its pages. We recount its journey across Europe as it changes hands between emperors and queens and the history it sees along the way—as well as the cursed legends that follow it. Introducing Forbidden History: The Visual Edition, revisiting stories from our archive with imagery and footage that bring the people, places and mysteries to life. Now available on our main feed, it’s a richer, more immersive way to enjoy the stories you know and discover those you may have missed. Cast List: Dominic Selwood: A historian, barrister, bestselling author, novelist and frequent contributor to national newspapers including The Independent, The Spectator and The Daily Telegraph 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 Elin Andersson: A specialist in ancient manuscripts and an expert on the Devil’s Bible, based at the National Library of Sweden Scott Sophos: Prague-based historian and teacher Dr Andrew Boakye: Lecturer in Religions & Theology at the University of Manchester Peter Stanford: Writer, editor, journalist and presenter, known for his biographies and writings on religion and ethics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 mins
  • Cleopatra and the Fall of Ancient Egypt

    Cleopatra and the Fall of Ancient Egypt
    Oct 20 2026
    Cleopatra’s beauty became legend, but her fight for power shaped history. Joined by historian Arran Erwin, we explore her rise to Egypt’s throne, her alliances with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony, and the ambition, rivalries and fatal decisions behind one of history’s most famous queens. Cast List: Eric Meyers: Narrator Arran Erwin: Historian of Ancient Rome Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    39 mins
  • The Pyramid Code | The Visual Edition

    The Pyramid Code | The Visual Edition
    Oct 15 2026
    Ancient pyramids are among the greatest wonders of the world and exist across many civilizations. In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we explore the origins of these structures, as experts question if they were independently constructed or perhaps the design of something more mysterious… We’re bringing back some of our classic stories, this time with visuals! Introducing Forbidden History: The Visual Edition, revisiting stories from our archive with imagery and footage that bring the people, places and mysteries to life. Now available on our main feed, it’s a richer, more immersive way to enjoy the stories you know and discover those you may have missed. Cast List: Klint Janulis: Archaeologist & Former Special Forces Operative Lynn Picknett: Historian and researcher specialising in exposing historical conspiracies. She is also the co-author of several notable works Andrew Gough: Writer, presenter and editor of The Heretic Magazine Tony McMahon: Former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian Dr. Karen Bellinger: Anthropologist, archaeologist, and historian Dr. Bob Bianchi: Art historian Dr. Meredith Brand: Archaeologist & Egyptologist Hugh Newman: Author & Megalith Enthusiast Dr. Sergio Gómez Chávez: Archaeologist Marianne Tames-Demauras: Egyptologist & Archaeological Scientist Dr. Sheila K. Hoffman: Art Historian, Iconologist and Senior Lecturer at the University of Massachusetts Sam Osmanagich: Author & Pyramid Researcher Eric Meyers: Narrator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • Blood on Holy Island: The Viking Raid on Lindisfarne

    Blood on Holy Island: The Viking Raid on Lindisfarne
    Oct 13 2026
    Little did the monks at the monastery on Lindisfarne Island suspect on a cold Northumbrian morning in 793 that they were to become the first victims of a new breed of raiders whose plunder would usher in a new age soon to dominate Europe. Cast List: Eric Meyers: Narrator Tim Sutherland: Archaeologist and Host Max Adams: Archaeologist and Author Richard Carlton: Archaeologist Keith Cooper: Artist John Haywood: Historian and Author Dr. Ian Kille: Geologist Dr. Chris Monk: Anglo-Saxon Historian Dr. David Petts: Archaeologist Prof. Neil Price: Archaeologist Jessica Turner: Historic and Built Environment Officer Lisa Westcott Wilkins: Archaeologist and Co-Founder of DigVentures Brendon Wilkins: Co-Founder of DigVentures Graeme Young: Archaeologist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 mins
  • Curse of the Crystal Skulls | The Visual Edition

    Curse of the Crystal Skulls | The Visual Edition
    Oct 8 2026
    In this episode, we delve into the enigmatic crystal skulls, believed by some to be ancient relics of the Aztec and Maya civilizations, endowed with supernatural powers. Experts follow new leads to determine whether these crystal skulls are authentic artifacts or modern-day forgeries. Introducing Forbidden History: The Visual Edition, revisiting stories from our archive with imagery and footage that bring the people, places and mysteries to life. Now available on our main feed, it’s a richer, more immersive way to enjoy the stories you know and discover those you may have missed. Cast List: Lynn Picknett: Historian and researcher specialising in exposing historical conspiracies. She is also the co-author of several notable works Andrew Gough: Writer, presenter and editor of The Heretic Magazine Tony McMahon: Former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian Joe Nickell: Paranormal Investigator Bill Homann: Owner of The Mitchell – Hedges skull Dr. Ashwini Bharathula: Material Scientist & Artist Star Johnsen-Moser: Spiritual Healer Israel Casanova: Shaman Elizabeth Cunningham: Participant Patrick Dreher: Crystal Carver Eric Meyers: Narrator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 mins
  • The Nuremberg Trials: The Real Story

    The Nuremberg Trials: The Real Story
    Oct 6 2026
    Historian Nigel Jones takes us inside the Nuremberg Trials, where leading Nazis faced justice. What did it take to hold the men behind the Holocaust to account? Cast List: Eric Meyers: Narrator Nigel Jones: Historian Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • Mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle | The Visual Edition

    Mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle | The Visual Edition
    Sep 30 2026
    We’re bringing back some of our classic stories, this time with visuals! Introducing Forbidden History: The Visual Edition, revisiting stories from our archive with imagery and footage that bring the people, places and mysteries to life. Now available on our main feed, it’s a richer, more immersive way to enjoy the stories you know and discover those you may have missed. In this episode, we delve into the mysterious waters of the Bermuda Triangle. This stretch of water off the coast of Florida has long been notorious for strange disappearances and unexplained sightings. Investigators weigh up the possible causes – are there scientific explanations such as bad weather? Or is there something more mysterious hidden in the depths… Cast List: Lynn Picknett: Historian and researcher specialising in exposing historical conspiracies. She is also the co-author of several notable works Andrew Gough: Writer, presenter and editor of The Heretic Magazine 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. Tony McMahon: Former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian Richard Felix: A historian and lecturer specialising in local and paranormal history Joe Nickell: Paranormal Investigator Cary Gordon Trantham: Private Pilot Dr. Hugh Willoughby: Department of Earth & Sciences at Florida International University David Childress: Author Dave Malcolm: Former AUTEC Weapons Technician Yaniel Garriga: Pilot Dr. Philippe Rouja: Marine Anthropologist, Custodian of Shipwrecks Dr. Simon Boxall: School of Ocean & Earth Science, University of Southampton Eric Meyers: Narrator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 mins