EPISODE · Jul 29, 2026 · 10 MIN
Profumo Affair: Secrets, Spies, and the Scandal That Shook Britain | The Kids History Podcast Inspired by Billy Joel
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In 1963, a single line in the news changed the face of British politics forever. The famous Profumo Affair—a high-stakes 1960s drama involving a cabinet minister, a model named Christine Keeler, a Soviet naval attache, and a whole lot of secrets. Join us on this episode of History Ignited as we break down how a Cold War breach of trust and a lie told to Parliament brought down a prime minister’s government, shifted public trust in the media, and earned its place in Billy Joel's We Didn't Start the Fire. Send us Fan MailAbout History Ignited: History Ignited is the award-winning kids and family history podcast inspired by Billy Joel’s We Didn’t Start the Fire. Each short episode explores the real stories behind the people, events, inventions, and cultural moments that shaped the world from the 1950s through the 1980s. Winner of the 2025 Webby People’s Voice Award for Best Kids & Family Podcast.
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In 1963, a single line in the news changed the face of British politics forever. The famous Profumo Affair—a high-stakes 1960s drama involving a cabinet minister, a model named Christine Keeler, a Soviet naval attache, and a whole lot of secrets. Join us on this episode of History Ignited as we break down how a Cold War breach of trust and a lie told to Parliament brought down a prime minister’s government, shifted public trust in the media, and earned its place in Billy Joel's We Didn'...
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