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EPISODE · Apr 24, 2023 · 31 MIN

What Happened to Harold Holt?

from The Skeptical Historian

On 17 December 1967, Australian Prime Minister Harold Holt swam out into the rough seas of Cheviot Beach and never returned. Despite a massive search, his body was never recovered and it wasn't until forty years later that the corner returned a verdict of death by drowning. Harold Holt's disappearance sparked numerous conspiracy theories, as people rushed to fill gaps in public knowledge. In this episode, Juliana examines five of the most popular conspiracy theories, considers their merits and gives her take on what really happened to Harold Holt. She also answers the most important question of all: did the Australians really name a swimming pool after a guy who drowned?!

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On 17 December 1967, Australian Prime Minister Harold Holt swam out into the rough seas of Cheviot Beach and never returned. Despite a massive search, his body was never recovered and it wasn't until forty years later that the corner returned a...

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