RedHanded

They probe the claim that Jesus of Nazareth never existed and outline the 19th century mythicist movement. They explain how historians build probabilistic pictures from fragmentary evidence and why the Gospels and Paul matter. They weigh non-Christian references like Josephus and Tacitus against mythicist objections and conclude on the mainstream scholarly stance about a historical Jesus.

A baffling disappearance after a holiday and sprinting out of an airport into nearby woods. Strange phone calls about being followed, card fraud and panic late at night. Cropped and missing CCTV footage plus a mysterious man at an airport door. Medical explanations, possible drug effects, numerous sightings and a private search effort keep the mystery alive.

A sudden death turned into a murder charge after a TV spot promoting a children’s grief book. The story digs into alleged motives: money, a secret lover, and disputed inheritance moves. Investigators use phone logs, body cam and a private PI to piece together timelines. Courtroom moments include a scrutinized 911 call, disputed journal entries, and revelations about life insurance and ghostwriting.

A dive into the wild rumours that surrounded Wallis Simpson, from lurid sexual gossip to alleged Nazi flirtations. They trace her Baltimore roots, marriages, and rise into royal circles. The story follows the abdication crisis, exile in France, decadent social life, and the shady lawyer who exploited her. Myths like the Chinese dossier and Ribbentrop carnations are examined alongside efforts to reassess her reputation.

A dive into Alfred Kinsey’s bold 1950s sex research and how it shattered conservative silence. They trace earlier sexology, Berlin’s pioneering institute, and Kinsey’s unlikely path from gall wasps to national surveys. The seven-point Kinsey scale and its upending of binary labels get unpacked. They also cover scandal, funding fights, and how later researchers refined his methods.

A gripping true crime retelling of a model’s alleged abduction from a fake shoot in Milan and claims of a dark web auction. Listeners get a close look at the investigation, forensic evidence, and the arrest of the men involved. The hosts also explore public backlash, media misogyny, and how doubts and later vindication shaped the aftermath.

A scandal-filled look at a notorious Spanish monarch, from bizarre physical rumors to alleged sexual violence. Political betrayal, Napoleon-era abdications, exile, and a dramatic return to power are explored. The collapse of Spain’s empire, ruthless repression during the Ominous Decade, and frantic attempts to secure an heir round out the chaotic reign.

A dive into Aleister Crowley’s mysterious final days and the legends that followed. They trace his journey from strict religious upbringing to scandalous rebellion. The story covers secretive occult orders, strange rituals at Boleskine House, and bizarre Algiers ceremonies. Later life scandals, theatrical stunts, and his odd cultural afterlife are all teased with dark humour.

Gripping exploration of conflicting phone records and whether calls were used to hide a timeline. Examination of CCTV showing a white truck and uncertainty over who drove it. Deep dive into missing cash, backdated QuickBooks edits, and suspicious financial ties. Questions linger about DNA findings, possible other suspects, and why key evidence and witnesses went unused.

A deep dive into the Viper Room's rise as a notorious Sunset Strip hangout and how a celebrity-owned club cultivated an anything-goes scene. A retelling of the night River Phoenix collapsed and the chaotic moments that followed. Exploration of the venue's shifting identities over decades and how it endured after a tragic high-profile death.