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History's Greatest Conspiracy Theories

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JFK Assassination
Lee Harvey Oswald
Pearl Harbor
Adolf Hitler
Victorian Era
Knights Templar
Atlantis
British History
Conspiracy Theory
Moon Landing
Roswell Incident
Lyndon Johnson
Bobby Kennedy
JD Tippit
Paul Mccartney
Princess Anastasia
World War II
Dallas
Nazi Germany
William Shakespeare

Was the moon landing faked? Did Shakespeare actually pen his works? And were the pyramids really built by aliens? In History's Greatest Conspiracies, Rob Attar takes a deep dive into the theories in the company of expert historians to uncover if there's any truth behind the murky myths. History’s Greatest Conspiracy Theories is produced by the team behind History Extra. For more fascinating storie... more

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With 24 number one albums in the UK charts, Paul McCartney is the most successful British artist of all time. But what if the man that we know as Paul McCartney is in fact somebody else altogether? Could it be that the former Beatle was replaced by a... more

In the early 2000s, The Da Vinci Code was everywhere. Dan Brown’s novel – and its subsequent film adaptation – popularised the idea that Jesus Christ fathered children whose descendants have lived among us for millennia. The Da Vinci Code is a work o... more

As recent years attest, royal scandals have a habit of coming to light. But what if the mother of all royal scandals is still waiting to be revealed? Could it be that an heir to the British throne, Prince Albert Victor, lived a double life as a seria... more

Was Jack the Ripper a member of the royal family? Did Jesus have secret children? And did a lost civilisation build the Great Sphinx of Giza?

In Season 3 of History's Greatest Conspiracy Theories, Rob Attar is joined by expert historians to explore ... more

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Steven Cockroft
Co-host of Nothing Is Real Beatles podcast
Nothing Is Real
Episode: Was Paul McCartney replaced by an imposter?
Helen Bond
Professor of Christian Origins, University of Edinburgh
University of Edinburgh
Episode: Do Jesus’s descendants live among us?
Dr. Drew Gray
Historian, University of Northampton
University of Northampton
Episode: Was Jack the Ripper Queen Victoria’s grandson?
Dr Steve Tibble
Author of Templars, The Knights Who Made Britain
Yale University Press
Episode: Legends of the Knights Templar
Professor Pamela Nadell
Director of the Jewish Studies Programme at the American University in Washington
American University
Episode: The Protocols of the Elders of Zion
Steve Twomey
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of Countdown to Pearl Harbor, The 12 Days to the Attack
Simon Schuster
Episode: Was Pearl Harbor an inside job?
Gerald Posner
American journalist and author known for his analysis of the JFK assassination
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Episode: The JFK assassination: 95% certain?
Dr David Clarke
Historian and lecturer at Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield Hallam University
Episode: Did aliens land at Roswell?
Helen Rappaport
Historian and author of Ekaterinburg, The Last Days of the Romanovs
Episode: Did Anastasia escape her family’s murder?

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Rob Attar
Host of History's Greatest Conspiracy Theories, engaging in discussions with expert historians about various conspiracy theories and historical narratives.

Reviews

3.6 out of 5 stars from 255 ratings
  • My new favorite podcast!

    This is my absolute new favorite podcast because it debunks conspiracy theories in a scientific and credible way with people who have studied the subject deeply and understand not only where the conspiracy comes from, but the truth of the matter. I recommend it to all of my friends and family members who might believe in some of these conspiracy theories. Those who give bad ratings appear to be those who want to hold on to the conspiracies at all costs despite all of the evidence to the contrary... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CherylRN2
    United States23 days ago
  • No

    Just another read it from Wikipedia conspiracy site

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Pancho Goldstein
    United States3 months ago
  • Interesting but biased

    I was drawn to this because I like a good conspiracy theory… everyone does I think. But the experts brought in are obviously there to debunk these theories not really go into the details, the host doesn’t challenge the responses of the experts either.

    I think a more interesting idea would be to have a slightly longer podcast with 2 experts with opposing opinions and get them to comment on various statements and the host mediate rather than the current set up of expert monologuing about how the... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    T_wintz
    United Kingdom4 months ago
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    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    Australiaa year ago
  • Very few facts.

    I was looking for a real debate. Facts are missing here. Not one person stating that any of these theories have even an ounce of truth to them. When asked “Then why do people believe it!” “Lots of people believe in fantasies.” Or “you know how he is! “ chuckle chuckle “

    This is an option based podcast.

    I was looking for - ‘this part of the story is true, but only circumstantial evidence of this part.’

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Lyeles
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the scholarly approach and depth of knowledge presented by guest historians.
Many find the exploration of conspiracy theories insightful and engaging, while others feel the podcast could include more diverse perspectives.
Some feedback indicates frustration with perceived biases and a lack of balanced viewpoints on sensitive topics.

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#137
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#49
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#28
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#83
Canada/History
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#87
Australia/History
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#203
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Was Paul McCartney replaced by an imposter?
Q: On that note, how did the Beatles and Paul himself respond to these rumors when they were put to them?
Paul initially offered a light denial by quoting Mark Twain about rumors of his death, but journalists relentlessly pursued him; he publicly affirmed he was alive, while the other Beatles and their press office offered limited, non-coordinated responses, which sometimes seemed to acknowledge the rumor without fully debunking it.
Was Paul McCartney replaced by an imposter?
Q: Could you please explain where this Paul is dead theory first originated?
It began with a 1969 college newspaper article that speculated Paul McCartney died in a car accident in 1966-67 and was replaced by a look-alike; this story was then amplified by other papers, radio, and eventually major outlets, creating a widespread belief that took on a life of its own.
Do Jesus’s descendants live among us?
Q: Is there any credible historical evidence supporting the idea that Jesus existed at all?
Yes, there is strong historical evidence for Jesus as a real historical figure, with Paul's letters dating within a couple of decades of his death and references to his followers and his impact in early Christian communities.
Do Jesus’s descendants live among us?
Q: Why do modern writers and popular books keep returning to the Mary Magdalene bloodline story?
Because it humanizes Jesus and feeds a long-standing appetite for conspiracies involving the Vatican and church history; it's an easy narrative to latch onto, even though the scholarly consensus remains that there is no historical basis for a bloodline.
Do Jesus’s descendants live among us?
Q: What do the canonical gospels tell us about Jesus's family life?
They tell us essentially nothing about a wife or children; while Mary Magdalene appears in key scenes, there is no corroborated evidence of a marriage or offspring, and early texts focus on Jesus's ministry and crucifixion rather than familial details.

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This podcast offers a fascinating exploration of various conspiracy theories throughout history, tackling enduring questions such as whether the moon landing was staged, if Shakespeare wrote his own plays, and whether aliens helped construct the Egyptian pyramids. Each episode features host Rob Attar engaging with expert historians who analyze the origins, implications, and evidence surrounding these controversial claims. The discussions often reveal how historical context, societal beliefs, and cultural narratives have shaped these conspiracy theories, providing listeners with both educational content and a critical look at myth-making in our understanding of history.

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3. Dr. Drew Gray
4. Dr Steve Tibble
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6. Steve Twomey
7. Gerald Posner
8. Dr David Clarke

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