Uploaded August 2023 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we follow the 800-year history of a medieval Bible manuscript, famous for its giant illustration of the Devil contained within its pages. We recount its journey across Europe as it changes hands between emperors and queens, and the history it sees along the way – as well as the cursed legends that follow it.
Cast List
Dominic Selwood
A historian, barrister, bestselling author, novelist and frequent contributor to national newspapers including The Independent, The Spectator and The Daily Telegraph.
Janina Ramirez
A cultural historian, broadcaster and author based at the University of Oxford.
Tony McMahon
A former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian.
Elin Andersson
A specialist in ancient manuscripts and an expert on the Devil’s Bible, based at the National Library of Sweden.
Scott Sophos
Prague-based historian and teacher.
Dr Andrew Boakye
Lecturer in Religions & Theology at the University of Manchester.
Peter Stanford
Writer, editor, journalist and presenter, known for his biographies and writings on religion and ethics.
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In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we follow the 800-year history of a medieval Bible manuscript, famous for its giant illustration of the Devil contained within its pages. We recount its journey across Europe as it changes hands between emperors and queens, and the history it sees along the way – as well as the cursed legends that follow it.
Cast List
Dominic Selwood
A historian, barrister, bestselling author, novelist and frequent contributor to national newspapers including The Independent, The Spectator and The Daily Telegraph.
Janina Ramirez
A cultural historian, broadcaster and author based at the University of Oxford.
Tony McMahon
A former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian.
Elin Andersson
A specialist in ancient manuscripts and an expert on the Devil’s Bible, based at the National Library of Sweden.
Scott Sophos
Prague-based historian and teacher.
Dr Andrew Boakye
Lecturer in Religions & Theology at the University of Manchester.
Peter Stanford
Writer, editor, journalist and presenter, known for his biographies and writings on religion and ethics.
Subscribe to Element 18 – bit.ly/337R2uO
