The Real James Bond

Who was the real James Bond? In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we explore the truth behind the world-famous fictional spy, revealing those elements of the character that were drawn from creator Ian Fleming's own experiences.

 

Cast List:

Jamie Theakston: Investigative Journalist

Jon Baker: Film Armorer

Ajay Chowdhury: Co-Author, Some Kind of Hero

Peter Croll: James Bond Enthusiast

Maryam d’Abo - Interviewee

Andrew Gough: Writer, presenter and editor of The Heretic Magazine

Alan Judd: Security Analyst and Author

Stephen Lane: CEO, Prop Store

Tony McMahon: Former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian 

Alessandro Palazzi: Bartender

Dominic Selwood: Historian, barrister, bestselling author, novelist and frequent contributor to national newspapers including The Independent, The Spectator and The Daily Telegraph

Lynn Picknett: Historian and researcher specialising in exposing historical conspiracies. She is also the co-author of several notable works

Eric Meyers: Narrator

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