He knew the secrets of the universe. He turned base metals into gold. And he claimed he would never die.In this episode of Unexplained History, host Tom McKenzie tracks the footsteps of the 18th century's most baffling figure: the Count of Saint Germain. Known as "The Wonderman of Europe," he dazzled the courts of Louis XV, charmed Voltaire, and baffled Casanova—all while appearing to be a man of 45 who never aged a day.Was he a master con artist running the long con? Or something far stranger?We unravel the legends surrounding the man who walked through time:

• The Claims: From dining with Alexander the Great to witnessing the Crucifixion—were these metaphors or memories?
• The Alchemy: His reputed ability to remove flaws from diamonds and transmute lead into gold.
• The "Death": Official records say he died in 1784, yet credible sightings continued for decades—from the French Revolution to modern times.
• The Theories: We examine the possibilities: Time Traveler, Vampire, Ascended Master, or the greatest charlatan who ever lived.

Tune in to meet the man who defied the laws of nature—and perhaps, death itself.

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