Episodes
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In 1925, the SS Cotopaxi vanished without a trace while sailing through the infamous Bermuda Triangle, leaving behind no clear explanation. In this episode, we dive into the mysterious theories, and join experts on their hunt for the shipwreck... will they find what they're looking for?
Cast List:
Chuck Meide: Maritime Archaeologist
Michael Barnette: Marine Biologist and Underwater Explorer
Douglas Myers: Captain William Myers’s Grandson
Guy Walters: Historian & Author
Al Perkins: Avid Diver
Brendan Burke: Maritime Archaeologist
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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What happened to Jesus between ages of 12 and 30? In this episode we explore the mystery of his "missing years," from ancient legends to modern theories, and what they reveal about faith, history, and the unknown.
Cast List:
Tony McMahon: Former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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Who was the St. Bees Man? In this episode, we continue exploring the incredible story of the Cumbrian Knight who was discovered in a lead shroud in 1981. This second instalment to the story has us trying to figure out exactly who this man was...
Cast List:
Tim Sutherland: Archaeologist, University of York
Chris Robson: Local Expert
Dr Robin Darwall-Smith: Magdalen College Archivist
Ian McAndrew: Local GP
Tim Guard: Author, Chivalry, Kingship and Crusade
David Nicolle: Author & Historian
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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Who was the St. Bees Man? In part one of this episode, we explore the incredible story of the Cumbrian Knight who was discovered in a lead shroud in 1981. With his body coated in beeswax, the man was found in a near perfect state of preservation... but how?
Cast List:
Tim Sutherland: Archaeologist, University of York
Chris Robson: Local Expert
Deirdre O’Sullivan: Archaeologist, University of Leicester
Ian McAndrew: Local GP
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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During World War II, Nazi Germany launched a secretive effort to harness the power of the atom - but how close did they really get to building a nuclear weapon? In this episode, we explore the science, the scientists, and the sabotage behind Hitler’s atomic ambitions. Was the world closer to a Nazi bomb than we realise, or was it doomed from the start?
Cast List:
Guy Walters: Author, historian and journalist
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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In this episode, we journey to Portugal to uncover the secrets of the 1385 Battle of Aljubarrotta, where Portuguese forces and their English allies triumphed against the Castilians and French under the blazing August sun. An ancient ossuary filled with the battle’s fallen could unlock new insights into medieval warfare in Europe.
Cast List:
Tim Sutherland: Archaeologist, University of York
Manuel Joao Matias: Dryas Octopetala Archaeological Services
Professor Joao Gouveia Monteiro: Universidade De Coimbra
Simon Richardson: Metal Detectorist
Nuno Barraca: Geophysicist, Dryas Octopetala Archaeological Services
Professor Eugenia Cunha: Forensic Anthropologist, Universidade De Coimbra
Eric Meyers:
Narrator
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In this episode, we explore the ancient biblical story of the Exodus, tracing the Israelites' journey from Egyptian slavery to the Promised Land. Join us as we uncover the historical, cultural, and spiritual significance of this legendary migration that has inspired countless generations.
Cast List:
Tony McMahon: Former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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Join us as we explore the surprisingly private and complex life of Henry VIII beyond his public image. From his refined tastes and athletic pursuits, this episode reveals a lesser-known side of the Tudor monarch.
Cast List:
Tracy Borman: Chief Curator, Historic Royal Palaces
Tony McMahon: Author & Journalist
Hallie Rubenhold: Author, ‘The Scandalous Lady W’
Dominic Selwood: Author & Journalist
Rebecca Rideal: Author, ‘Plague, War & Hellfire’
Dr. Matt Green: Historian
Lesley Ronaldson: Guide Lecturer, Hampton Court Palace
Eleri Lynn: Chief Curator, Historic Royal Palaces
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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In this episode, we investigate a medieval skeleton found near Lewes, Sussex, initially suspected to be a casualty of the Battle of Lewes in the 12th century. But with radiocarbon dating revealing an even older origin, possibly the Norman era, the research team delves into whether this could be the first skeletal link to the Battle of Hastings...
Cast List:
Tim Sutherland: Archaeologist, University Of York
Malin Holst: Osteoarcheologist, University Of York
Chris Whittick: Senior Archivist, East Sussex County Council
Luke Barber: Research Officer, Sussex Archaeology Society
John Bleach: Sussex Archaeological Society
Greg Chuter: Assistant County Archaeologist, East Sussex County Council
Edwina Livesey: Sussex Archaeological Society
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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In this episode we uncover the true origins of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, a story born from scientific curiosity and the eerie promise of reanimation. Over 200 years later, its questions about creation, responsibility, and the limits of human ambition are more prominent than ever in the age of artificial intelligence...
Cast List:
Guy Walters: Author, historian and journalist
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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In this episode, we dive into the extravagant reign of King Louis XIV, the "Sun King" who ruled France for over 70 years. Discover how his obsession with absolute power and the lavish court life at Versailles transformed the French monarchy and left a lasting legacy on European culture.
Cast List:
Tracy Borman: Chief Curator, Historic Royal Palaces
Tony McMahon: Author & Journalist
Hallie Rubenhold: Author, ‘The Scandalous Lady W’
Dominic Selwood: Author & Journalist
Rebecca Rideal: Author, ‘Plague, War & Hellfire’
Dr. Matt Green: Historian
Emmanuel Frossard: Master Perfumier
Christine Baltay: Historian
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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In 2013, a team of metal detectorists in Janakkala, Finland, stumbled upon something astonishing - a mysterious grave dating back over a thousand years. Buried with two swords, the extraordinary find suggests a link between Christians and Pagans.
Cast List:
Tim Sutherland: Archaeologist
Simo Vanhatalo: Archaeological Field Services, Museuivirasto
Paul Macdonald: Sword maker, MacDonald Armouries
Rachel Wood: University of York
Raila Altonen: Landowner
Mikko Mäkelä: Metal Detectorist
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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In this episode, we journey into one of the most enduring conspiracy theories of the 20th century: Did NASA really land astronauts on the Moon in 1969, or was it an elaborate hoax filmed on a Hollywood soundstage? We explore the origins of the Apollo moon landing conspiracy theory, discuss the most common claims made by skeptics, and examine how science, photography, and cold war politics fuelled both belief and doubt.
Cast List:
Tony McMahon: Former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian
Guy Walters: Author, historian and journalist
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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In this episode, we unpack the life of King George III, his battles with mental illness and how they forced his son, the Prince Regent, into power. As the king faded from public life, the prince indulged in grand architectural dreams and lavish tastes, ushering in a new era shaped by crisis, culture, and conflict.
Cast List:
Tracy Borman: Chief Curator, Historic Royal Palaces
Tony McMahon: Author & Journalist
Hallie Rubenhold: Author, ‘The Scandalous Lady W’
Dominic Selwood: Author & Journalist
Rebecca Rideal: Author, ‘Plague, War & Hellfire’
Dr. Matt Green: Historian
Dr Jane Desborough: Curator of Scientific Instruments at the Science Museum, London
Professor Peter Garrard: Professor of Neurology at St George's University of London
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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In this episode, we’re joined by Tony McMahon to explore the life and legacy of James, the so-called “brother” of Jesus. Was James an early leader in the Jerusalem church whose influence shaped the foundation of Christianity, and a truly a devoted follower of Jesus? Or are there hidden texts or Gnostic writings that reveal a different James than the one we’re told about...
Cast List:
Tony McMahon: Former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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In this episode we explore the Nazi regime’s radical urban planning ambitions, from Hitler’s vision for “Germania” - a colossal, totalitarian capital meant to eclipse all others, to the destruction of Warsaw.
Cast List:
Guy Walters: A British author, historian, and journalist who has written several books on WWII. As a journalist for The Times, he writes on historical topics for the national press.
Nicholas O’Shaughnessy: Professor of Communication at Queen Mary, University of London
Terry Charman: Historian & Author
Frank McDonough: Author & Historian of the Third Reich
Nigel Jones: Author & Historian
Wolfgang Schlecker: Historian
Alexander Kropp: Berlin Journalist & Historian
Dr. Alexander Schmidt: German Historian & Nuremberg resident
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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In this episode we’re joined by historian and author, Guy Walters, as we explore the mysterious world of the Freemasons - their origins, symbols, rituals, and the conspiracy theories that swirl around them. From medieval stonemasons to modern lodges, discover what’s fact, what’s fiction, and why they’ve fascinated the public for centuries.
Cast List:
Guy Walters: Author & Historian
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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How did Hermann Göring, Hitler’s second-in-command, cheat the hangman at Nuremberg? This episode unpacks the mysterious circumstances of his death, his manipulative charm, and the unsettling bond he formed with U.S. Army psychiatrist Lt. Colonel Douglas M. Kelley.
Cast List:
Dr. Linda Papadopoulos: Psychologist
Nigel Jones: Author & Historian
Jack El-Hai: Author, 'The Nazi and the Psychiatrist'
Frank McDonough: Author & Historian of the Third Reich
Douglas Kelley Jr.: Son of Dr. Douglas Kelley
Andreas Mix: Memorium Nuremberg Trials
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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Behind the image of a stern monarch, Queen Victoria lived a deeply emotional life marked by personal tragedies, private struggles with grief and the quiet use of laudanum. This episode explores Victoria’s intense relationships, from her devotion to Prince Albert to her rumoured bond with John Brown - alongside the assassination attempts and hidden vulnerabilities that shaped the woman beneath the crown.
Cast List:
Tracy Borman: Chief Curator, Historic Royal Palaces
Dr. Rosemary Leonard: General Practitioner & Journalist
Tony McMahon: Author & Journalist
Hallie Rubenhold: Author, ‘The Scandalous Lady W’
Dominic Selwood: Author & Journalist
Rebecca Rideal: Author, ‘Plague, War & Hellfire’
Dai Davies: Retired Chief Superintendent of the Metropolitan Police
Dr. Matt Green: Historian
Eric Meyers: Narrator
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Enter Montana’s infamous penitentiary and hear the explosive story of a tense siege, the firing of bazookas and a maverick warden.
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Bringing you a bonus episode from a brand new podcast from the Like A Shot network. Join historian Sascha Auerbach, and comedian Tom Ward, as they reveal the incredible stories behind eerie ghost towns, ruined mansions, forgotten factories, crumbling castles, wartime relics, haunted prisons, and much more.
'Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned' is an entertaining journey into the world’s most remarkable abandoned places.
If you enjoyed this episode, search for ‘Where Did Everyone Go?’ on your favourite podcast platform and be sure to follow for more episodes. Or click here to follow.
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Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward
Producer: Lewis Rumbol
Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter
Editor: Chris Scott
“Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy.
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