About this season
Jamie Theakston uncovers the startling truth behind great myths, historical legends, conspiracy theories, ancient treasures, lost civilisations and war time secrets.
Episodes (6)
1. The Curse of Hitler's Executioner
Aired 14 June 2017 • 44 min
Johann Reichhart was a German state executioner who killed around 3,000 people during WWII. Jamie Theakston uncovers more about this ruthless Nazi.
2. The Secrets of the Vatican Archives
Aired 21 June 2017 • 44 min
The Vatican Secret Archives is a treasure trove of history that is shrouded in secrecy. Jamie Theakston heads to Rome in a bid to gain access.
3. The Secrets of the Murder Bureau
Aired 28 June 2017 • 44 min
Jamie Theakston exposes a secret unit who murdered Bulgarian dissidents. One victim, Georgi Markov, was famously killed with a ricin-tipped umbrella.
4. The Dark Truths of the Templars
Aired 5 July 2017 • 44 min
Hear about the Templars in a very different light. Jamie Theakston disputes the orthodox beliefs about the Catholic order that angered much of Europe.
5. The Real Mary Magdalene
Aired 12 July 2017 • 44 min
Mary Magdalene is a key figure in Christianity, having witnessed Jesus' death and resurrection. But was she really a prostitute? Jamie Theakston reveals all.
6. The Death of Mussolini
Aired 19 July 2017 • 44 min
Mystery still surrounds how fascist dictator Benito Mussolini met his end, before being hanged in Milan's Piazzale Loreto. Jamie Theakston seeks out answers.