Forbidden History

The historic city of Petra in southern Jordan may contain treasures hidden within its rose-colored stone walls.

Exploring the many different interpretations of the legendary relic, the possibility of its actual existence, and where it might be located.

Investigating whether the mysterious group known as the Illuminati is an actual secret society operating in the shadows or simply the invention of conspiracy theorists. Jamie investigates the Order of the Rosy Cross, who's infamous members included Leonardo Da Vinci, Sir Isaac Newton, and Sir Christopher Wren. The group is rumored to have influenced corridors of power across Europe, including royal families and politicians. Jamie looks at various secret organizations and their incredible histories as well as meeting journalists, authors, and experts who have spent decades trying to shed light on them.

Investigating the mysterious figures in Greek society known as oracles, who reputedly spoke the word of the gods. Jamie investigates the story of the Oracle at Delphi - a figure of immense historical importance, who is still shrouded in mystery.

Had the Nazis developed a brand new flying craft at a secret research facility in Northern Germany? Did the Americans and Russians steal that technology after the Second World War? And was it, as many have claimed, a man-made flying saucer?

Nikola Tesla was one of the most enigmatic, but least known, scientists of the last century. He was an early pioneer of both electricity and radio and created one of the first electrical motors. How did he die in poverty and under suspicion by the FBI?