Clare Jackson, a Senior Tutor and Director of Studies in History at Trinity Hall, University of Cambridge, and Peter Hinds, an Associate Professor of English at Plymouth University, dive into the tumultuous era of Titus Oates and the infamous 'Popish Plot.' They explore how Oates fueled paranoia against Catholics, leading to wrongful accusations and executions. The discussion highlights the personal ambitions behind the plot, political instability it caused, and the broader implications of propaganda in shaping public perception during this chaotic period.
