Documentary
Foundling | Tortoise Investigates
The Observer
On 6th October 1987, a newborn baby is found on the verge of a remote country lane in Suffolk. Police comb the area for clues and appeal for witnesses, but the mother is never found. The baby, Jess, is adopted. Journalist Lucy Greenwell has never forgotten the day when Jess was discovered. She was a child and lived nearby. For decades Lucy has wondered; what happened to Jess, and what could have driven a mother to leave her child in such an isolated place? When Lucy tracks Jess down, she finds a woman already deep in her own search for the truth, and a story far more tangled than either of them expected. What unfolds is a tale of long-held secrets and unintended consequences that spirals out of Jess’s control.Foundling is a six-part original series from Tortoise Investigates and The ObserverTo binge listen to all episodes today, ad-free, subscribe to The Observer and use the code AUDIO50 for 50% off an annual digital subscription.You'll get access to:This series and all our podcasts before anyone elseAd-free listening A daily edition, curated by our editors 7 days a weekPuzzles from the inventors of the cryptic crosswordRecipes for every occasionFree tickets to join Observer events in our newsroom or onlineOr subscribe to Observer+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify for access to this series and ad-free listening to Observer podcasts.Reporter - Lucy GreenwellProducer - Katie GunningOriginal theme music - Tom KinsellaSound design and additional music - Rowan BishopPodcast artwork - Blythe Walker SibthorpNarrative editor - Gary Marshall Editor - Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Amber | Elon's Spies Ep3
Oct 22, 2024 41 min<p>To his surprise, Alexi finds himself speaking to a local reporter at the Gold Coast Bulletin in Australia. It’s not where he thought the story would take him but it reveals a new case involving Elon and his spies. </p><br><p>You can find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><br></p><p>Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Reporter: Alexi Mostrous</p><br><p>Producer: Gary Marshall</p><br><p>Original Music & Sound design: Tom Kinsella</p><br><p>Podcast artwork: Jon Hill </p><br><p>Executive producer: Ceri Thomas</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Horrible human being | Elon's Spies Ep2
Oct 15, 2024 37 min<p>When Martin Tripp worked at Tesla, he took the advice of his boss Elon Musk - if you discover a problem, tell me about it. But when Martin shares his concerns, his world begins to spiral out of control. </p><br><p>You can find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><br></p><p>Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Reporter: Alexi Mostrous</p><br><p>Producer: Gary Marshall</p><br><p>Original Music & Sound design: Tom Kinsella</p><br><p>Podcast artwork: Jon Hill </p><br><p>Executive producer: Ceri Thomas</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Pedo guy | Elon's Spies Ep1
Oct 8, 2024 39 min<p>In 2018, Vernon Unsworth is at the centre of a global news story. He plays a crucial role in rescuing a young football team who became trapped in a flooded cave system. Overnight, he is a hero. But there’s a darker side of his story that’s less well known. That’s where Elon Musk and his private investigators come in. </p><br><p>You can find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><br></p><p>Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Reporter: Alexi Mostrous</p><br><p>Producer: Gary Marshall</p><br><p>Original Music & Sound design: Tom Kinsella</p><br><p>Podcast artwork: Jon Hill </p><br><p>Executive producer: Ceri Thomas</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Introducing...Elon's Spies
Oct 1, 2024 3 min<p>Elon Musk is one of the most powerful men in the world. He's a billionaire, the founder of SpaceX, Tesla and more. To his followers, he's a hero; to his critics, a far-right rabble rouser. </p><br><p>But for someone so public, there’s one part of his life that’s less well known.</p><br><p>Elon’s Spies investigates how this free-speech champion uses private investigators and surveillance to target everyone from whistleblowers at his companies, to online critics and people in his own life. </p><br><p>Episode 1 is available on Tuesday 8th October, with episodes releasing weekly. To get ad-free access and binge listen to all 3 episodes on Tuesday 8th October, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts or Spotify or by becoming a Tortoise member.</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>You can find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p>Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Reporter: Alexi Mostrous</p><br><p>Producer: Gary Marshall</p><br><p>Original Music & Sound design: Tom Kinsella</p><br><p>Podcast artwork: Jon Hill </p><br><p>Executive producer: Ceri Thomas</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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The lawsuit | Master Ep 7
Sep 14, 2024 28 min<p>Neil Gaiman faces a lawsuit in the United States. The first woman to come forward and accuse the best-selling author of sexual assault has filed a complaint against him and his estranged wife, Amanda Palmer. In this episode she explains why she’s taking action. Neil Gaiman denies the allegations and says he has <em>‘never engaged in non-consensual sexual activity with anyone. Ever.’</em></p><br><p>Reporter: Rachel Johnson</p><p>Producer: Katie Gunning</p><p>Sound Design: Dominic Delargy</p><p>Artwork: Lola Williams</p><p>Editor: Jasper Corbett</p><br><p>Published: 18/02/2025</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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The phone calls | Master Ep 6
Sep 12, 2024 55 min<p>A fifth woman comes forward with allegations against the author Neil Gaiman.</p><br><p>Reporter: Paul Caruana Galizia and Rachel Johnson</p><p>Producer: Matt Russell</p><p>Additional reporting: Jess Swinburne</p><p>Original music and sound design: Tom Kinsella</p><p>Series editor: Matt Russell</p><p>Editor: Jasper Corbett</p><br><p><em>To find out more about Tortoise:</em></p><p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Download</em></a><em> the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</em></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/tortoise/id6442666997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Subscribe</em></a><em> to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</em></p><p><a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/join-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Become a member</em></a><em> and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</em></p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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The NDAs | Master Ep 5
Sep 12, 2024 40 min<p>Almost a month since the investigation where two women came forward with allegations that the author Neil Gaiman sexually assaulted them - allegations he strenuously denied - more women have come forward. Including another woman made to sign a non-disclosure agreement.</p><br><p>Reporter: Paul Caruana Galizia and Rachel Johnson</p><p>Producer: Katie Gunning and Matt Russell</p><p>Additional reporting: Jess Swinburne</p><p>Original music and sound design: Tom Kinsella</p><p>Series editor: Matt Russell</p><p>Editor: Jasper Corbett</p><br><p><em>To find out more about Tortoise:</em></p><p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Download</em></a><em> the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</em></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/tortoise/id6442666997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Subscribe</em></a><em> to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</em></p><p><a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/join-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Become a member</em></a><em> and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</em></p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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The fan | Master Ep 4
Sep 12, 2024 43 min<p>The second woman to allege Neil Gaiman sexually assaulted her first met him as an 18-year-old fan. They began a consensual sexual relationship two years later. She alleges he was abusive and once penetrated her without her consent. He strenuously denies any unlawful behaviour and maintains all their sex was consensual.</p><br><p>Reporter: Paul Caruana Galizia and Rachel Johnson</p><p>Producer: Katie Gunning</p><p>Additional reporting: Jess Swinburne</p><p>Original music and sound design: Tom Kinsella</p><p>Series editor: Matt Russell</p><p>Editor: Jasper Corbett</p><br><p><em>To find out more about Tortoise:</em></p><p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Download</em></a><em> the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</em></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/tortoise/id6442666997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Subscribe</em></a><em> to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</em></p><p><a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/join-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Become a member</em></a><em> and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</em></p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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The pond | Master Ep 3
Sep 12, 2024 35 min<p>New Zealand police tell the former nanny there isn’t enough evidence to actively pursue her sexual assault complaint against Neil Gaiman. He says he offered himself up for an interview with the police. But the facts may indicate otherwise.</p><br><p>Clip: 1968 interview with Neil Gaiman - BBC </p><p>Clip: Big Bang Theory, series 11, episode 21 - CBS/Warner Bros</p><p>Clip: Newsnight - BBC </p><p>Clip: William Morrow 2014</p><p>Clip: Politics and Prose bookstore 2013</p><p>Reporter: Paul Caruana Galizia and Rachel Johnson</p><p>Producer: Katie Gunning</p><p>Additional reporting: Jess Swinburne</p><p>Original music and sound design: Tom Kinsella</p><p>Series editor: Matt Russell</p><p>Editor: Jasper Corbett</p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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The Whatsapps | Master Ep 2
Sep 12, 2024 49 min<p>The former nanny who alleges Neil Gaiman sexually assaulted her shares her WhatsApp messages with him. The messages appear friendly and affectionate. He says they’re evidence that she consented to sex with him. But is there another way of reading them?</p><br><p>Reporter: Paul Caruana Galizia and Rachel Johnson</p><p>Producer: Katie Gunning</p><p>Additional reporting: Jess Swinburne</p><p>Original music and sound design: Tom Kinsella</p><p>Series editor: Matt Russell</p><p>Editor: Jasper Corbett</p><br><p><em>To find out more about Tortoise:</em></p><p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Download</em></a><em> the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</em></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/tortoise/id6442666997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Subscribe</em></a><em> to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</em></p><p><a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/join-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Become a member</em></a><em> and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</em></p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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The bath | Master Ep 1
Sep 12, 2024 57 min<p>Neil Gaiman is one of the world’s most successful authors. And one of the most loved. His works have been adapted for film, TV and the stage. Now two women, a former nanny and a fan, allege he sexually assaulted and abused them while they were in consensual relationships with him. He strenuously denies all the allegations.</p><br><p>Clip: The Sandman trailer - DDC comics / Netflix </p><p>Clip: The Ocean at the End of the Lane trailer - National theatre </p><p>Clip: The Simpsons - Disney</p><p>Reporter: Paul Caruana Galizia and Rachel Johnson</p><p>Producer: Katie Gunning</p><p>Additional reporting: Jess Swinburne</p><p>Original music and sound design: Tom Kinsella</p><p>Series editor: Matt Russell</p><p>Editor: Jasper Corbett</p><br><p><em>To find out more about Tortoise:</em></p><p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Download</em></a><em> the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</em></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/tortoise/id6442666997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Subscribe</em></a><em> to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</em></p><p><a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/join-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Become a member</em></a><em> and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</em></p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Lightbulbs | Dangerous Memories Ep 6
Aug 6, 2024 58 min<p>After years of failed attempts, an expert flies over from America to help guide the parents on how to get their children back. But getting them home is not the end of the journey, for anyone caught up in Anne’s web.</p><br><p>To find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify for early access and ad-free content</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Reporter: Grace Hughes-Hallett</p><br><p>Producer: Gary Marshall</p><br><p>Additional reporting and production: Imogen Harper</p><br><p>Sound design and original composition: Tom Kinsella</p><br><p>Theme music: Far Gone (Don’t Leave) by Pictish Trail</p><br><p>Podcast artwork: Lola Williams</p><br><p>Commissioning editor: Basia Cummings</p><br><p>Executive producer: Ceri Thomas</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Who is Anne? | Dangerous Memories Ep 5
Jul 30, 2024 42 min<p>What motivated Anne in her work with the young women and did she believe what she was leading them to believe? In the search for answers, Grace turns to one of the only people who has heard Anne’s side of the story directly from her.</p><br><p>This is episode 5 of 6. To binge-listen to all 6 episodes ad-free from today, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.</p><br><p><br></p><p>To find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify for early access and ad-free content</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Reporter: Grace Hughes-Hallett</p><br><p>Producer: Gary Marshall</p><br><p>Additional reporting and production: Imogen Harper</p><br><p>Sound design and original composition: Tom Kinsella</p><br><p>Theme music: Far Gone (Don’t Leave) by Pictish Trail</p><br><p>Podcast artwork: Lola Williams</p><br><p>Commissioning editor: Basia Cummings</p><br><p>Executive producer: Ceri Thomas</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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The ‘other person' | Dangerous Memories Ep 4
Jul 23, 2024 45 min<p>As Huey’s dependence on Anne grows, she becomes increasingly isolated from the outside world. Until, after a series of events over the summer of 2014, the police turn up and start to investigate. </p><br><p>This is episode 4 of 6. To binge-listen to all 6 episodes ad-free from today, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.</p><br><p><br></p><p>To find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify for early access and ad-free content</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Reporter: Grace Hughes-Hallett</p><br><p>Producer: Gary Marshall</p><br><p>Additional reporting and production: Imogen Harper</p><br><p>Sound design and original composition: Tom Kinsella</p><br><p>Theme music: Far Gone (Don’t Leave) by Pictish Trail</p><br><p>Podcast artwork: Lola Williams</p><br><p>Commissioning editor: Basia Cummings</p><br><p>Executive producer: Ceri Thomas</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Do not say my name | Dangerous Memories Ep 3
Jul 16, 2024 44 min<p>After Huey cycled off into the distance, her mother had no idea what caused her to leave or why. She was in the dark about the extraordinary things Huey had come to believe about her own family. So she finds someone who can help track her down.</p><br><p>This is episode 3 of 6. To binge-listen to all episodes of Dangerous Memories ad-free from today, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.</p><br><p>To find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify for early access and ad-free content</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact dangerousmemories@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Written and reported by: Grace Hughes-Hallett & Gary Marshall</p><br><p>Producer: Gary Marshall</p><br><p>Additional reporting and production: Imogen Harper</p><br><p>Sound design and original composition: Tom Kinsella</p><br><p>Theme music: Far Gone (Don’t Leave) by Pictish Trail</p><br><p>Podcast artwork: Lola Williams</p><br><p>Commissioning editor: Basia Cummings</p><br><p>Executive producer: Ceri Thomas</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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The Seagull | Dangerous Memories Ep 2
Jul 9, 2024 44 min<p>Fipsi starts to question what really happened in the soft pink room, and how to help her friends who are still on their journeys with Anne Craig. But for one of them it’s already too late, as she makes a series of life altering decisions.</p><br><p>This is episode 2 of 6 of Dangerous Memories. To binge-listen to all 6 episodes ad-free from today, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.</p><br><p>If you'd like to get in touch with us about your own experience, contact: dangerousmemories@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p><br></p><p>To find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download</a> the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</p><br><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/tortoise/id6442666997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe</a> to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify for early access and ad-free content</p><br><p><a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/join-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Become a member</a> and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</p><br><p><br></p><p>Written and reported by Grace Hughes-Hallett & Gary Marshall</p><br><p>Producer: Gary Marshall</p><br><p>Additional reporting and production: Imogen Harper</p><br><p>Additional editing: Claudia Williams</p><br><p>Sound design and original composition: Tom Kinsella</p><br><p>Theme music: Far Gone (Don’t Leave) by Pictish Trail</p><br><p>Podcast artwork: Lola Williams</p><br><p>Commissioning editor: Basia Cummings</p><br><p>Executive producer: Ceri Thomas</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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That amazing healer lady | Dangerous Memories Ep 1
Jul 9, 2024 39 min<p>A group of well-heeled young English women hear about an intriguing therapist figure, who describes herself as a ‘teacher of personal development’. One by one they start to visit her for sessions and, for some, it will lead to disastrous consequences. </p><br><p>This is episode 1 of 6 of Dangerous Memories. To binge-listen to all 6 episodes ad-free from today, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.</p><br><p>If you'd like to get in touch with us about your own experience, contact: dangerousmemories@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p>To find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download</a> the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</p><br><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/tortoise/id6442666997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe</a> to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts or Spotify for early access and ad-free content</p><br><p><a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/join-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Become a member</a> and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</p><br><p>Written and reported by Grace Hughes-Hallett & Gary Marshall</p><br><p>Producer: Gary Marshall</p><br><p>Additional reporting and production: Imogen Harper</p><br><p>Additional editing: Claudia Williams</p><br><p>Sound design and original composition: Tom Kinsella</p><br><p>Theme music: Far Gone (Don’t Leave) by Pictish Trail</p><br><p>Podcast artwork: Lola Williams</p><br><p>Commissioning editor: Basia Cummings</p><br><p>Executive producer: Ceri Thomas</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Introducing...Dangerous Memories
Jun 28, 2024 3 min<p>Introducing...Dangerous Memories</p><br><p>When Sarah watched her 23 year old daughter cycle away from her in Chelsea - a well-off corner of London - she had no idea it would be the last time they’d see each other for 6 years. What would make a loving child from a life of privilege sever ties with friends and family, and disappear? </p><br><p>It turns out, Sarah wasn’t alone in losing a daughter. Something strange was happening to other young women, too.</p><br><p>And they all had one thing in common: a kind of therapist figure - a woman they were all seeing and sharing their problems, their secrets, their fears with. But it took years for the truth of what was happening behind closed doors to emerge, and the extraordinary things this woman led them to believe.</p><br><p>Dangerous Memories is the story of young women who wanted to be healed that became, for us, a story about the healer, and what we risk when we let someone else into our mind, and our memory.</p><br><p>To find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download</a> the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</p><br><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/tortoise/id6442666997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe</a> to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</p><br><p><a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/join-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Become a member</a> and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p>Reporter: Grace Hughes-Hallett</p><p>Producer: Gary Marshall</p><p>Additional reporting and production: Imogen Harper</p><p>Sound design and original composition: Tom Kinsella</p><p>Theme music: Far Gone (Don’t Leave) by Pictish Trail</p><p>Podcast artwork: Lola Williams</p><p>Commissioning editor: Basia Cummings</p><p>Executive producer: Ceri Thomas</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Devil's breath | The Gas Man Ep 6
Jun 13, 2024 38 min<p>In the final episode of the series, is the 40-year game of cat-and-mouse nearly over?</p><br><p>To find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download</a> the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</p><br><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/tortoise/id6442666997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe</a> to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</p><br><p><a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/join-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Become a member</a> and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p>Reporter: Chloe Hadjimatheou </p><p>Producer: Claudia Williams</p><p>Editor: Jasper Corbett</p><p>Narrative editor: Gary Marshall</p><p>Additional production: Imy Harper</p><p>Sound design: Hannah Varrall</p><p>Original theme music: Tom Kinsella</p><p>Original artwork: Jon Hill</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Truth serum | The Gas Man Ep 5
Jun 11, 2024 40 min<p>In this episode, Chloe looks into what happened to The Gas Man when he arrived back in Germany as a fugitive – and investigates whether his trade with Iran ever really ended</p><br><p>To find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download</a> the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</p><br><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/tortoise/id6442666997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe</a> to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</p><br><p><a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/join-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Become a member</a> and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p>Reporter: Chloe Hadjimatheou </p><p>Producer: Claudia Williams</p><p>Editor: Jasper Corbett</p><p>Narrative editor: Gary Marshall</p><p>Additional reporting: Marten Hahn</p><p>Sound design: Hannah Varrall</p><p>Original theme music: Tom Kinsella</p><p>Original artwork: Jon Hill</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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The other Gas Man | The Gas Man Ep 4
Jun 6, 2024 47 min<p>Chloe makes a startling discovery about another chemical trafficker that has consequences for her investigation. A Kurdish survivor of mustard gas shares her story.</p><br><p>To find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download</a> the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</p><br><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/tortoise/id6442666997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe</a> to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</p><br><p><a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/join-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Become a member</a> and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p>Reporter: Chloe Hadjimatheou </p><p>Producer: Claudia Williams</p><p>Editor: Jasper Corbett</p><p>Narrative editor: Gary Marshall</p><p>Sound design: Hannah Varrall</p><p>Original theme music: Tom Kinsella</p><p>Original artwork: Jon Hill</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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The escape | The Gas Man Ep 3
Jun 4, 2024 42 min<p>The team persuades The Gas Man to step out from the shadows. He reveals the first big clue in the investigation to how he got away with it – and makes a surprising claim about his role in the case</p><br><p>To find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download</a> the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</p><br><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/tortoise/id6442666997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe</a> to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</p><br><p><a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/join-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Become a member</a> and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p><br></p><p>Reporter: Chloe Hadjimatheou </p><p>Producer: Claudia Williams</p><p>Editor: Jasper Corbett</p><p>Narrative editor: Gary Marshall</p><p>Sound design: Hannah Varrall</p><p>Original theme music: Tom Kinsella</p><p>Original artwork: Jon Hill</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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The sting | The Gas Man Ep 2
May 28, 2024 33 min<p>Special Agent Bass has his target in his sights but he’s on another continent. If he wants him to talk he’ll need a clever plan – and maybe a bit of luck</p><br><p>To find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download</a> the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</p><br><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/tortoise/id6442666997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe</a> to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</p><br><p><a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/join-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Become a member</a> and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p><br></p><p>Reporter: Chloe Hadjimatheou </p><p>Producer: Claudia Williams</p><p>Editor: Jasper Corbett</p><p>Narrative editor: Gary Marshall</p><p>Sound design: Hannah Varrall</p><p>Original theme music: Tom Kinsella</p><p>Original artwork: Jon Hill</p><br><p>FX credit: Boeing 737-800 Fly Over 3.wav by soundslikewillem at freesound </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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The special agent | The Gas Man Ep 1
May 28, 2024 34 min<p>In the 1980s Special Agent Dennis Bass received a tip-off that changed the course of his career. 30 years on reporter Chloe Hadjimatheou sets out to solve the mystery of how an international fugitive got away with his crimes – and why he's still on the run.</p><br><p>To find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download</a> the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</p><br><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/tortoise/id6442666997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe</a> to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</p><br><p><a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/join-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Become a member</a> and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p>Reporter: Chloe Hadjimatheou </p><p>Producer: Claudia Williams</p><p>Editor: Jasper Corbett</p><p>Narrative editor: Gary Marshall</p><p>Sound design: Hannah Varrall</p><p>Original theme music: Tom Kinsella</p><p>Original artwork: Jon Hill</p><br><p>FX credit: Telex by YleArkisto at freesound - License: Attribution 4.0</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Introducing...The Gas Man
May 21, 2024 3 min<p>Introducing...The Gas Man </p><br><p>It starts with a tip-off. </p><br><p>It’s the late 1980s and US Special Agent Dennis Bass is warned about a shipment of suspicious chemicals headed to a secret destination. So he follows the lead – and ends up stumbling into a global plot helping fuel a war. The main suspect? The Gas Man. </p><br><p>In the decades since, Special Agent Bass has been locked in an international game of cat and mouse with the man who supplied a dangerous regime with the chemicals to make weapons. Every time Bass thinks he’s got his hands on him… The Gas Man somehow manages to slip the net. And he’s still on the run today.</p><br><p>But after more than 30 years, could his past finally be catching up with The Gas Man?</p><br><p><br></p><p>To find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download</a> the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</p><br><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/tortoise/id6442666997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe</a> to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</p><br><p><a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/join-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Become a member</a> and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p><br></p><p>Reporter: Chloe Hadjimatheou </p><p>Producer: Claudia Williams</p><p>Editor: Jasper Corbett</p><p>Narrative editor: Gary Marshall</p><p>Sound design: Hannah Varrall</p><p>Original theme music: Tom Kinsella</p><p>Original artwork: Jon Hill</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Who Trolled Amber: Live
May 20, 2024 1 min<p>"Misinformation, disinformation, and trolling campaigns are not just a celebrity story. They are everywhere. They affect how we see reality online."</p><br><p>In a year when four billion people are heading to the polls, and with the World Economic Forum warning that online misinformation is the most severe risk the world faces, <em>Who Trolled Amber?</em> shines a light on the shady industry of social media manipulation. It reveals how bots and trolls can sway opinions from celebrity trials to general elections.</p><br><p>On June 12th Alexi Mostrous will be joined by Jen Robinson, Amber Heard’s lawyer, and Gina Neff, Executive Director of the Minderoo Centre for Technology and Democracy at the University of Cambridge in the Tortoise newsroom to discuss<em> Who Trolled Amber?</em> and give their insights into the world of online disinformation and its effect on all of our everyday lives. </p><br><p>You can book your place <a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/thinkin/who-trolled-amber-an-investigation-into-trolling-social-media-misinformation-and-what-it-means-for-all-of-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>, to attend in person or online.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Public enemy | Who Trolled Amber Ep 6
Mar 26, 2024 39 min<p>Johnny Depp’s maverick lawyer Adam Waldman finally comes under scrutiny. Alexi uncovers Waldman’s links to powerful figures and investigates his role in feeding online abuse. Can the team get to the truth about who trolled Amber?</p><br><p>To find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Download</em></a><em> the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</em></p><br><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/tortoise/id6442666997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Subscribe</em></a><em> to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</em></p><br><p><a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/join-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Become a member </em></a><em>and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</em></p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p><br></p><p>Reporter and host: Alexi Mostrous</p><br><p>Producer and reporter: Xavier Greenwood</p><br><p>Editor: David Taylor</p><br><p>Narrative editor: Gary Marshall</p><br><p>Additional reporting: Katie Riley </p><br><p>Sound design: Karla Patella </p><br><p>Artwork: Jon Hill & Oscar Ingham</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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The special relationship | Who Trolled Amber Ep 5
Mar 19, 2024 25 min<p>Could a nation state have deployed an online army to fight for Johnny Depp? Alexi discovers the curious relationship between the Hollywood star and an authoritarian world leader.</p><br><p>All six episodes of Who Trolled Amber are now available to binge-listen. </p><br><p>To find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Download</em></a><em> the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</em></p><br><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/tortoise/id6442666997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Subscribe</em></a><em> to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</em></p><br><p><a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/join-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Become a member </em></a><em>and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</em></p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p><br></p><p>Reporter and host: Alexi Mostrous</p><br><p>Producer and reporter: Xavier Greenwood</p><br><p>Editor: David Taylor</p><br><p>Narrative editor: Gary Marshall</p><br><p>Additional reporting: Katie Riley </p><br><p>Sound design: Karla Patella </p><br><p>Artwork: Jon Hill & Oscar Ingham</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Through the looking glass | Who Trolled Amber Ep 4
Mar 12, 2024 32 min<p>The astonishing case of a teenage killer helps lift the lid on how bot campaigns work – and offers the team a new path forward in the investigation.</p><br><p>All six episodes of Who Trolled Amber are now available to binge-listen. </p><br><p>To find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Download</em></a><em> the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</em></p><br><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/tortoise/id6442666997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Subscribe</em></a><em> to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</em></p><br><p><a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/join-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Become a member </em></a><em>and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</em></p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p><br></p><p>Reporter and host: Alexi Mostrous</p><br><p>Producer and reporter: Xavier Greenwood</p><br><p>Editor: David Taylor</p><br><p>Narrative editor: Gary Marshall</p><br><p>Additional reporting: Katie Riley </p><br><p>Sound design: Karla Patella </p><br><p>Artwork: Jon Hill & Oscar Ingham</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Into the dark | Who Trolled Amber Ep 3
Mar 5, 2024 36 min<p>Disinformation experts come back with some startling results. The story begins to cross continents as the team find evidence of a global campaign.</p><br><p>All six episodes of Who Trolled Amber are now available to binge-listen. </p><br><p>To find out more about Tortoise:</p><br><p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download</a> the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists</p><br><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/channel/tortoise/id6442666997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe</a> to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content</p><br><p><a href="https://www.tortoisemedia.com/join-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Become a member </a>and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more</p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com</p><br><p>Reporter and host: Alexi Mostrous</p><br><p>Producer and reporter: Xavier Greenwood</p><br><p>Editor: David Taylor</p><br><p>Narrative editor: Gary Marshall</p><br><p>Additional reporting: Katie Riley </p><br><p>Sound design: Karla Patella </p><br><p>Artwork: Jon Hill & Oscar Ingham</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>