The Rise and Fall of Hermann Göring

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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Forbidden History

Forbidden History is a documentary podcast series which explores the past’s darkest corners, sheds light on the lives of intriguing individuals, and uncovers the truth buried deep in history’s most controversial legacies. Each episode will delve into the history archives to reveal new perspectives on familiar stories.

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• No. of episodes: 121
• Latest episode: 2025-05-01
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