Uncovering the truth behind Chairman Mao, founder of the People's Republic of China, as a revolutionary image masks absolute power, luxury and ruthless control.

The sexual power plays, obsessions and abuses that influenced rulers' reigns - and sometimes the fate of nations - continuing with Saddam Hussein.

Examining the secretive system of control behind Gaddafi's regime, showing how fear and exploitation were woven into his rule.

Uncovering Josef Goebbels' public devotion and private hypocrisy, revealing how obsession, control and propaganda shaped power in Nazi Germany.

Examining the sexual power plays, obsessions and abuses that influenced former President of Cuba, Fidel Castro's reign - and sometimes the fate of nations.

Examining the sexual power plays, obsessions and abuses that influenced rulers' reigns - and sometimes the fate of nations, beginning with former Ugandan President Idi Amin.