
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. Visit the Patreon here: www.patreon.com/cw/ForbiddenHistory For adverti... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 226 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryDocumentarySociety & Culture | |||

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 availa... more
Could psychic powers be the ultimate spying weapon? Former CIA officer Lindsay Moran joins us to explore Project Stargate, the secret programme that investigated whether the human mind could uncover intelligence beyond the reach of conventional espio... more
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 availa... more
Charles Lindbergh became a global icon after his record-breaking flight across the Atlantic—but behind the heroic image lay a far more controversial figure. Historian Nigel Jones explores his extraordinary life, political beliefs, and enduring connec... more
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This podcast is not nothing more than a pick and mix, copy paste job. They use existing documentaries and take one liners from them to create a story. The narator is terrible and the “background music” is louder than the spoken words.
I like the narrative, the style of presentation and overall the reality of the show. just enough "dramatic" presentation along with clear concise information
I like the narrative, the style of presentation and overall the reality of the show. just enough "dramatic" presentation along with clear concise information
This is possibly my favorite history podcast. The host has guest speakers who are experts on the topics. There’s no quoting from Wikipedia! Highly recommended.
A great recipe: history with a twist of conspiracy, a pinch of mystery. Loving it for an easy going listen towards relaxation, yet still well informed.
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This show consistently covers deep historical narratives that sit at the intersection of politics, warfare, espionage, and culture, bringing in a rotating cast of subject-matter experts. Episodes frequently center on power, morality, and the unintended consequences of historical actions, from Cold War intelligence and Nazi infrastructure to medieval conflicts and art-world crimes. The result is a rigorous, storytelling-heavy history podcast that pairs archival detail with expert analysis, often featuring archaeologists, historians, and researchers who illuminate lesser-known angles on well-trodden events. A standout trait is the breadth of topics and the high caliber of guests, which helps make complex histories accessible without sacrifici... more
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Forbidden History launched 4 years ago and published 226 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Forbidden History include:
1. John Dickie
2. Philip Willan
3. Father Jean-Baptiste Kikwaya
4. Chris Impey
5. Nigel Jones
6. Terje Gansum
7. Gabriel Gustafsson
8. Ellen Marie Ness
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