Secret societies such as the Freemasons, the Bilderberg Group and Bohemian Grove are said to have political influence. In this episode, we investigate these clandestine groups to see if they really are setting the agenda or is it all just fake news? Cast List: Jamie Theakston: Investigative Journalist Andrew Gough: Writer, presenter and editor of The Heretic Magazine Lynn Picknett: Historian and researcher specialising in exposing historical conspiracies. She is also the co-author of several notable works Tony McMahon: Former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian Robert Lomas: Freemason & Author of “The Hiram Key” Richard Felix: A historian and lecturer specialising in local and paranormal history Andrew Kakabadse: Author of ‘Bilderberg People: Elite Power and Consensus in World Affairs’ Dominic Selwood: Historian, barrister, bestselling author, novelist and frequent contributor to national newspapers including The Independent, The Spectator and The Daily Telegraph Dr. Matt Green: Author & Historian David V. Barrett: Author “A Brief History of Secret Societies: The Hidden Powers of Clandestine Organizations and Elites from the Ancient World to the Present Day” David Robert Grimes: Author “The Irrational Ape” Eric Meyers: Narrator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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