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
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July 29, 2025 • 39 mins
Perched high above the Peak District moorlands, Carl Wark is a mysterious ancient hillfort that has puzzled archaeologists and storytellers for centuries. In this episode, we explore its possible origins, the myths that surround it, and why this enigmatic outcrop continues to captivate the imagination...
Cast List:
Tim Sutherland: Archaeologist, University of York
Prof. Andrew Reynolds: Institute of Archaeology, London
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July 24, 2025 • 36 mins
A mysterious shipwreck at the bottom of Lake Erie could be the oldest wreck in America's most notorious ship graveyard. In this episode, we follow experts as they investigate new leads in this 200-year-old cold case.
Cast List:
Tom Kowalczk: Underwater Explorer
David Van Zandt: Underwater Explorer
Carrie Sowden: Marine Archaeologist
Brent Gardner: Lake Erie Diver
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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July 22, 2025 • 27 mins
In this episode, we explore the mystery and majesty of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon - one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World whose very existence is still debated. Join Tony McMahon as we uncover the legends, historical clues, and theories surrounding this ancient, architectural marvel.
Cast List:
Tony McMahon: Former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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July 17, 2025 • 41 mins
In this episode, we take a closer look at the Battle of Agincourt through the eyes of archaeologists. While the battle is often remembered through legend and literature, the evidence beneath the soil tells a more grounded story of what really happened in 1415.
Cast List:
Tim Sutherland: Archaeologist, University of York
Prof. Anne Curry: University of Southampton
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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July 15, 2025 • 42 mins
In 1916, two great fleets met in the cold, grey waters of the North Sea in what became the largest naval battle of the First World War. This episode explores the conflicting legacy of the Battle of Jutland - a clash as shadowed by fog as it was by uncertainty.
Cast List:
Chuck Meide: Maritime Archaeologist
Brendan Burke: Maritime Archaeologist
Nicholas Jellicoe: Author, Jutland the Unfinished Battle
Guy Walters: Author & Hi...
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July 10, 2025 • 36 mins
In this episode, we explore the dramatic 1244 siege of Montségur, the last stronghold of the Cathars, a heretical Christian sect hunted by the Catholic Church…
Cast List:
Tim Sutherland: Archaeologist, University of York
Dr Marie-Elise Gardel: Archaeologist, Site Medieval De Cabaret a Lastours
Frederic Loppe: Archaeologist, Site Medieval De Cabaret a Lastours
Fabrice Chambon: Cultural Ambassador, Chateau & Musee De Montseg...
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July 8, 2025 • 37 mins
In 1947, a strange crash in the New Mexico desert sparked rumours of alien contact and a military cover-up… In this episode, we dives into the conflicting reports, declassified documents, and enduring questions surrounding the Roswell incident.
Cast List:
Guy Walters: Author & Historian
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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July 1, 2025 • 39 mins
In 1925, the SS Cotopaxi vanished without a trace while sailing through the infamous Bermuda Triangle, leaving behind no clear explanation. In this episode, we dive into the mysterious theories, and join experts on their hunt for the shipwreck... will they find what they're looking for?
Cast List:
Chuck Meide: Maritime Archaeologist
Michael Barnette: Marine Biologist and Underwater Explorer
Douglas Myers: Captain William Myer...
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June 26, 2025 • 31 mins
What happened to Jesus between ages of 12 and 30? In this episode we explore the mystery of his "missing years," from ancient legends to modern theories, and what they reveal about faith, history, and the unknown.
Cast List:
Tony McMahon: Former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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June 24, 2025 • 28 mins
Who was the St. Bees Man? In this episode, we continue exploring the incredible story of the Cumbrian Knight who was discovered in a lead shroud in 1981. This second instalment to the story has us trying to figure out exactly who this man was...
Cast List:
Tim Sutherland: Archaeologist, University of York
Chris Robson: Local Expert
Dr Robin Darwall-Smith: Magdalen College Archivist
Ian McAndrew: Local GP
Tim Guard: Author...
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June 19, 2025 • 22 mins
Who was the St. Bees Man? In part one of this episode, we explore the incredible story of the Cumbrian Knight who was discovered in a lead shroud in 1981. With his body coated in beeswax, the man was found in a near perfect state of preservation... but how?
Cast List:
Tim Sutherland: Archaeologist, University of York
Chris Robson: Local Expert
Deirdre O’Sullivan: Archaeologist, University of Leicester
Ian McAndrew: Local ...
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June 17, 2025 • 29 mins
During World War II, Nazi Germany launched a secretive effort to harness the power of the atom - but how close did they really get to building a nuclear weapon? In this episode, we explore the science, the scientists, and the sabotage behind Hitler’s atomic ambitions. Was the world closer to a Nazi bomb than we realise, or was it doomed from the start?
Cast List:
Guy Walters: Author, historian and journalist
Eric Meyers: Narr...
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June 12, 2025 • 43 mins
In this episode, we journey to Portugal to uncover the secrets of the 1385 Battle of Aljubarrotta, where Portuguese forces and their English allies triumphed against the Castilians and French under the blazing August sun. An ancient ossuary filled with the battle’s fallen could unlock new insights into medieval warfare in Europe.
Cast List:
Tim Sutherland: Archaeologist, University of York
Manuel Joao Matias: Dryas Octopetal...
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June 10, 2025 • 28 mins
In this episode, we explore the ancient biblical story of the Exodus, tracing the Israelites' journey from Egyptian slavery to the Promised Land. Join us as we uncover the historical, cultural, and spiritual significance of this legendary migration that has inspired countless generations.
Cast List:
Tony McMahon: Former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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June 5, 2025 • 39 mins
Join us as we explore the surprisingly private and complex life of Henry VIII beyond his public image. From his refined tastes and athletic pursuits, this episode reveals a lesser-known side of the Tudor monarch.
Cast List:
Tracy Borman: Chief Curator, Historic Royal Palaces
Tony McMahon: Author & Journalist
Hallie Rubenhold: Author, ‘The Scandalous Lady W’
Dominic Selwood: Author & Journalist
Rebecca Rideal: Author, ‘...
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June 3, 2025 • 45 mins
In this episode, we investigate a medieval skeleton found near Lewes, Sussex, initially suspected to be a casualty of the Battle of Lewes in the 12th century. But with radiocarbon dating revealing an even older origin, possibly the Norman era, the research team delves into whether this could be the first skeletal link to the Battle of Hastings...
Cast List:
Tim Sutherland: Archaeologist, University Of York
Malin Holst: Osteo...
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May 29, 2025 • 26 mins
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
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May 27, 2025 • 36 mins
In this episode, we dive into the extravagant reign of King Louis XIV, the "Sun King" who ruled France for over 70 years. Discover how his obsession with absolute power and the lavish court life at Versailles transformed the French monarchy and left a lasting legacy on European culture.
Cast List:
Tracy Borman: Chief Curator, Historic Royal Palaces
Tony McMahon: Author & Journalist
Hallie Rubenhold: Author, ‘The Scandalou...
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May 22, 2025 • 43 mins
In 2013, a team of metal detectorists in Janakkala, Finland, stumbled upon something astonishing - a mysterious grave dating back over a thousand years. Buried with two swords, the extraordinary find suggests a link between Christians and Pagans.
Cast List:
Tim Sutherland: Archaeologist
Simo Vanhatalo: Archaeological Field Services, Museuivirasto
Paul Macdonald: Sword maker, MacDonald Armouries
Rachel Wood: University of Y...
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May 20, 2025 • 30 mins
In this episode, we journey into one of the most enduring conspiracy theories of the 20th century: Did NASA really land astronauts on the Moon in 1969, or was it an elaborate hoax filmed on a Hollywood soundstage? We explore the origins of the Apollo moon landing conspiracy theory, discuss the most common claims made by skeptics, and examine how science, photography, and cold war politics fuelled both belief and doubt.
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