Truthseekers

Dr Fern Riddell and Dr Karen Bellinger explore how ancient myths, transmitted across generations, have evolved into some of the most renowned mysteries of the present day. Their investigation opens with an examination of the pyramids, which serve as the programme’s starting point.

is a programme presented in an episode format, fronted by Dr Fern Riddell and Dr Karen Bellinger. The show positions the two academics as its guides, inviting viewers to follow their investigation into some of history’s most enduring puzzles. In this instalment the presenters focus on the way ancient myths have been handed down through the ages and how, over time, they’ve morphed into the great mysteries we recognise today. Their inquiry begins with the pyramids, using these iconic structures as the starting point for a broader discussion about the transmission and evolution of legendary narratives. Dr Riddell and Dr Bellinger unpack the process by which stories attached to the pyramids have been reshaped, re‑interpreted and amplified across generations. They consider how the original mythic ideas have been layered with new meanings, turning the monuments into focal points for speculation and intrigue that persist in contemporary culture. The episode sets the tone for a series‑long examination of myth‑derived enigmas, but it remains firmly anchored in the pyramids as the initial case study. By tracing the journey from ancient folklore to modern mystery, the programme offers a concise look at why these timeless tales continue to capture our imagination.