The Secret World of Roald Dahl
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Podcast Overview
<p>You know Roald Dahl as the writer who thought up Willy Wonka, Matilda, and the BFG. But did you know he was also a spy? "The Secret World of Roald Dahl" is a wild journey through the hidden chapters of his extraordinary, controversial life. How did this secret agent and struggling screenwriter wind up as the most successful children’s author ever? And what darkness from his covert past seeped into the stories we read as kids? A dark, twisty, fascinating true story from creator and host Aaron Tracy.</p>
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1/9/2026
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Recent Episodes
July 20, 2026
Willy Wonka: Aaron Goes on What Went Wrong
Host of "What Went Wrong" podcast, Aaron, interviews guests about the improbable origin story of the 1971 film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.
May 11, 2026
(Bonus Episode) You Have Questions
Host Aaron answers listener questions about Roald Dahl with writer Mark Harris and journalist [Guest Name] exploring capturing complex lives and personal encounters.
April 20, 2026
(Bonus Episode) Giant: A Conversation with Playwright Mark Rosenblatt
Host Aaron interviews playwright Mark Rosenblatt about his acclaimed Roald Dahl play, sharing insights on adapting complex literary figures.
14 total episodes available with 14 transcripts
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Willy Wonka: Aaron Goes on What Went Wrong
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[…] Lizzie, have you heard this story before about what Gene Wilder's one condition was for taking on this role? Are you familiar? No, I don't know. I don't know. Aaron, would you like to share? I'm sure you heard this one. through your research. Yeah. And I think I even, I put the clip in my podcast, actually. He said that he would only do the role if he could have that amazing entrance where he walks out of his chocolate factory with a cane and you don't quite know if he's very feeble or if he's got an injury or what's going on with him. And then the cane gets stuck in a crack and he somersaults and jumps up and shows that he's actually kind of a trickster. […]
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<p>You know Roald Dahl as the writer who thought up Willy Wonka, Matilda, and the BFG. But did you know he was also a spy? "The Secret World of Roald Dahl" is a wild journey through the hidden chapters of his extraordinary, controversial life. How did this secret agent and struggling screenwriter wind up as the most successful children’s author ever? And what darkness from his covert past seeped into the stories we read as kids? A dark, twisty, fascinating true story from creator and host Aaron Tracy.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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