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Forbidden History

Series 5 · 6 episodes · Jul 19, 2018

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    Episode 1

    Uncovering the Historical Jesus

    Jul 19, 2018

    Jamie Theakston asks who was Jesus Christ? Was he really Yeshua Ben Joseph, was he the real king of the Jews, or a humble carpenter? Was he a rabbi, or did he have a relationship, maybe even a marriage to Mary Magdalene? Was Jesus really crucified in Jerusalem, or was he smuggled out of the city alive as some claim? What historical evidence is there that any of this actually happened?

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    Episode 2

    The Stasi: Behind The Berlin Wall

    Jul 26, 2018

    Hide ads with VIP Jamie investigates the Stasi, East Germany's State Security Service, behind the hidden remnants of the Berlin Wall.

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    Episode 3

    The Hunt for Nazi Treasure

    Aug 2, 2018

    Jamie Theakston finds out what Hitler planned to do with his stolen art and discovers that he was also after an unusual item - a spear that pierced the side of Christ.

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    Episode 4

    The Real James Bond

    Aug 9, 2018

    Jamie Theakston uncovers the world of James Bond. What real life details - if any - did Bond author Ian Fleming inject into his famous character?

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    Episode 5

    The Dead Sea Scrolls Conspiracy

    Aug 16, 2018

    Jamie Theakston visits Qumran Caves near the Dead Sea to uncover the truth about a set of manuscripts found there. Who wrote them, and why did they hide them?

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    Episode 6

    Secret Societies: World Domination

    Aug 23, 2018

    Jamie Theakston investigates clandestine groups to see if they really are setting the agenda - or is it all just fake news?