Born in Munich as Sigmund Neuberger in 1871, The Great Lafayette lies under a graveyard outside of Edinburgh in Scotland. A man who was best friends with Houdini, perfected some of the most impressive magic tricks of his day, and for that rose to global stardom. The tragedy of his death shocked the world yet today he remains largely forgotten, save for his towering tombstone in Piershill Cemetery to he and his beloved dog. Join me in this season two premiere as I explore this incredible man and the tragedy that ultimately sealed his fate. Who was the Great Lafayette? What happened on the fateful night of May 9th, 1911? And why has his story been almost forgotten?

Let's find out.

Interviews with:

• Kevin Quantum, Scottish magician and semi-finalist on this year's Britain's Got Talent
• Louise Andrée, Scottish magician and member of the London Magic Circle
• Gordon Rutter, teacher and co-author of "The Death and Life of the Great Lafayette"
• Dr Luke Bisby, Chair of Fire and Structures and Head of Research Institute at Edinburgh University
• Brian Ferguson, Arts Correspondent for The Scotsman

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