Forbidden History

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

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Cleopatra’s beauty became legend, but her fight for power shaped history. Joined by historian Arran Irvin, 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
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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

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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
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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
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