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A haunted house, a mysterious skull, and a ghost-hunting con man—Borley Rectory’s legend has it all. But was England’s “most haunted” home just smoke, mirrors, and one hell of a hoax? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 

JFK’s assassination insurance, Adams the alleged pimp, Roosevelt’s real coup, and Eisenhower’s alien deal? This whirlwind tour of presidential conspiracies separates the absurd from the alarmingly plausible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 

A forgotten prisoner. A velvet mask. A secret so dangerous, it vanished behind locked doors for 34 years. Dive into the real mystery of the Man in the Iron Mask—no fiction required. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 

Warfronts takes a deep dive into the world’s most significant conflicts, past and present. Now available as a podcast, we explore modern wars, the politics behind them, and how they shape the world today. Whether it’s a forgotten battle or the ongoing struggles in global hotspots ... Show More

Everyone knows that Neil Armstrong was the first person to step foot on the moon. But who was the last person on the moon? And why haven’t we ever sent anyone back to the moon? Learn more about the last person to set foot on the moon and the past, present, and future of lunar exp ... Show More

For thousands of years, ancient cuneiform - the script of the ancient Mesopotamians was lost to time, until being dramatically rediscovered in the 19th century by an adventurous group of unlikely Victorians. A dashing archaeologist, an officer turned diplomat and a reclusive cler ... Show More

Have archaeologists finally solved the 400 year mystery of the lost American colonists? Who orchestrated historical hoaxes in the 1930s and did they get away with it? How has the history of the Roanoke Colony been reappropriated by the right-wing? Anita and William are joined by ... Show More

When it comes to our perception of pirates, Treasure Island has a lot to answer for. They didn't make their enemies walk the plank, they didn't keep parrots as pets, and they didn't bury their treasure. But that doesn't mean the golden age of piracy wasn't an era of swashbuckling ... Show More

Take a trip back in time to Ancient Rome, to discover the bizarre and barbaric world of the gladiators. But who were these mysterious warriors? And how much truth lies behind the legends? Take your seat in the Roman Colosseum, the games are about to begin. A Noiser production, wr ... Show More

Enchanting stories about a lost city of gold captured the imaginations of European explorers, leading many across the globe in search of this legendary place. It was called "El Dorado." Explore the history, legends, and myths surrounding El Dorado tonight, as you drift off into a ... Show More

Triforce! Episode 258! There's been a potentially groundbreaking discovery on alien life and the secrets of the universe but Sips just doesn't care as we explore the history of UFO sightings!Support your favourite podcast on Patreon: https://bit.ly/2SMnzk6Music courtesy of Epidem ... Show More

In this episode, Richard Bulliet talks about his work in world and Islamicate history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/middle-eastern-studies 

On today's episode, we welcome our new co-host, Reginald, who brings a unique perspective from across the pond.Also, We dive into a fascinating yet bizarre topic: the Moorish Sovereign Citizen Movement in the United States.We also delve into the rich history of the Moors in the I ... Show More