This podcast episode explores the history and myths surrounding the Knights Templar. From their origins as a militant monastic order to their downfall, the Templars gained popularity and wealth, but their contentious relationship with the French kings led to their arrest and accusations of heresy. The episode discusses the Templars' interrogations, their subsequent innocence, and the rise of conspiracy theories surrounding their secrets. It also delves into the connection between the Templars and the Freemasons, and the origins of Templar lore and its ties to the Holy Grail. The episode emphasizes the importance of separating fact from fiction and highlights the harm caused by distorted reasoning and pseudo-historical writing.
