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Hitler's DNA

July 1, 2026 · 47 min

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For decades, Adolf Hitler sold the world a fantasy of racial purity . A myth so powerful it fueled one of history’s darkest regimes.

In this episode, we dive into the strange and controversial story behind Hitler’s DNA. From modern genetic testing and explosive media headlines, we unravel how scientists, journalists, and historians are trying to answer a question that still fascinates the world: who was Hitler?

We are joined by geneticist Professor Turi King and historian Dr. Alex J Kay, to help us understand what happens when modern genetics asks questions history can’t answer?”

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