Episode 15: The Island of the Dolls
On Mexico City’s Island of the Dolls, thousands of dolls, haunted by the spirit of a tragic girl, come to life at night. This episode explores the science of creepiness and the societal implications of gendered toy play.
Episode 13: The Tower of London (part 2)
Anne Boleyn, the second wife of King Henry VIII, remains one of history’s most fascinating figures. Her story of a world-changing romance, political intrigue, betrayal, and a tragic end, has preoccupied the public imagination for centuries. Who was the real Anne? And what does her ghost’s popularity say about our culture?
Episode 12: The Tower of London (part 1)
The Tower of London is renowned for its haunted past. Among other ghosts, the spirits of the Countess of Salisbury, Lady Arbella Stuart, and Lady Jane Grey – all victims of tragic fates – are said to roam the grounds.