The Lies We Still Believe 1 | From Flat Earth to Trojan Horses and Moon Hoaxes

In this thought-provoking episode of The Myths We Still Believe, we unravel five captivating myths that continue to mystify and mislead: The Earth is Flat: Why do people still believe this ancient idea, despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary? The Trojan Horse: Was it a brilliant trick or just clever propaganda? The Moon Landing Hoax: What fuels the belief that NASA’s greatest triumph was a staged performance? Weapons of Mass Destruction in Iraq: How did a war start based on false intelligence? Marie Antoinette’s Cake: Did she really utter those infamous words—or was it all just a political smear? We explore how these stories have persisted, the psychology that keeps them alive, and the dangers of misinformation in our digital age. To unlock the full episode and gain access to our extensive back catalogue, consider becoming a premium subscriber on Apple Podcasts or Patreon. And don’t forget to visit englishpluspodcast.com for even more content, including articles, in-depth studies, and our brand-new audio series now available in our English Plus Podcast’s shop! Hosted by Danny, this episode will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about some of history's most enduring myths.