A Medieval Mystery...Solved?
14 January 2026
Deep Dive
Could a mystery that’s baffled historians for over 500 years finally have an answer? The chilling tale of the Princes in the Tower is one of the most compelling cold cases of all time - but in recent years, several bizarre and dramatic theories have emerged which could help to answer the age-old question: did Richard III really end the lives of his nephews, or has the real truth been hiding in plain sight?
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Themes
- Unsolved historical mysteries
- Historical reinterpretation
- Legacy and reputation
Questions Explored
Who were the Princes in the Tower? + −
The Princes in the Tower refers to Edward V and his brother Richard, sons of King Edward IV of England, who disappeared mysteriously in the 15th century. Their fate has intrigued historians for centuries, as it's unclear if they were murdered or survived in secrecy. Chyaz Samuel explores this in Things Are About To Get Weird, Episode 74: A Medieval Mystery…Solved?.
What is the Missing Princes Project? + −
The Missing Princes Project is a historical investigation led by Philippa Langley, seeking to uncover the fate of the Princes in the Tower. It has put forward theories suggesting that Edward V survived and lived under a new identity. This is the territory Chyaz Samuel maps in Things Are About To Get Weird, Episode 74: A Medieval Mystery…Solved?.
Where does the new theory suggest Edward V might have lived? + −
One theory proposed by the Missing Princes Project suggests that Edward V lived in the village of Coldridge, Devon, under the alias John Evans. The theory is supported by symbolic evidence found in a local church. Chyaz Samuel pulls the thread in Things Are About To Get Weird, Episode 74: A Medieval Mystery…Solved?.
Why is the story of the Princes in the Tower still interesting today? + −
The enduring interest in the Princes in the Tower arises from its mix of mystery, historical intrigue and unresolved questions about royal succession. New theories continue to emerge, challenging traditional narratives about Richard III's involvement. This is explored in Things Are About To Get Weird, Episode 74: A Medieval Mystery…Solved? with Chyaz Samuel.
What criticism has been leveled at the new theories surrounding the Princes in the Tower? + −
Critics of the new theories about the Princes in the Tower argue that the research may be biased and overlooks evidence supporting their deaths. The debate highlights the challenges of interpreting historical evidence. Chyaz Samuel explores both sides in Things Are About To Get Weird, Episode 74: A Medieval Mystery…Solved?.