Today

What does the bombing of Iran mean for the Middle East?

The US and Israel’s strikes on Iran have triggered a conflict which is rapidly spreading across the Middle East. Writer: Poppy BullardProducer: Poppy BullardHost: Ada BarumeEpisode photography: Sofia FentonExecutive Producer: Matt Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo ... Show More

8m 55s

Yesterday

What does the killing of a cartel boss mean for Mexico?

The man known as ‘El Mencho’ headed up one of the world’s most powerful cartels. What does his killing by the Mexican military mean for the country? Writer: Ada BaruméProducer: Ada BaruméHost: Casey Magloire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8m 42s

Feb 27

Why did the BBC broadcast a racial slur at the Baftas?

How the fallout from a racial slur at this year’s Bafta awards might change the public’s perception of Tourette’s syndrome.Writer: Casey Magloire and Amalie SortlandProducer: Amalie Sortland Host: Casey Magloire Episode photography: Sofia FentonExecutive Producer: Jasper Corbett ... Show More

9m 18s

Jan 2025

Jordan Peterson and the making of man

Jordan Peterson is a controversial figure, but he is also a man with a long-standing appeal to a particular demographic. What does his popularity tell us about a possible crisis in young men today? Reporter: Stephen ArmstrongProducer: Matt RussellArtwork: Lola WilliamsSound desig ... Show More

40m 51s

Oct 2024

Amber | Elon's Spies Ep3

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. You can find out more about Tortoise:Download the Tortoise app - f ... Show More

40m 34s

Oct 2024

Pedo guy | Elon's Spies Ep1

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 Mu ... Show More

38m 49s

Feb 2025

The relationship | Lucky Boy Ep2

Gareth is convinced that his memories are true and that there are plenty of witnesses who can corroborate his story, so why will no one help him? You can find out more about Tortoise:Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalistsSubscribe to Tor ... Show More

44m 47s

Oct 2023

Mr Right: Paul Marshall and the battle for The Telegraph

The Telegraph is for sale for the first time in a generation. The new owner will become one of the most influential people on the right in Britain. Who will win the race? For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free ... Show More

32m 10s

Jul 2024

The Greatest: Simone Biles

She is arguably the best gymnast the world has ever seen. But history shows us that she’s human too. Will Simone Biles fly at the Paris Olympics or will she fall? – Clips of Simone Biles from Versus on Watch web series and the Call Her Daddy podcast. To fin ... Show More

37m 15s

Feb 2025

Gareth | Lucky Boy Ep1

Gareth spent years believing he was a lucky boy. He was the 14-year-old who got the attention of the attractive young science teacher. Now, decades later, he wants the truth to come out about the damage it’s caused him. But his story is not straight forward. You can find out more ... Show More

37m 27s

Aug 2024

Master: the allegations against Neil Gaiman - episode 6

A fifth woman has come forward with allegations against the author Neil Gaiman. To find out more about Tortoise: <a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tortoise/id1441428990" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download</a> the ... Show More

51m 29s

Sep 2023

Sliding doors

Kirat is a successful marketer and radio presenter. Online, she’s contacted by a man she vaguely knows called Bobby, and they start chatting. Slowly, they become close… and she’s reeled in to a scam of epic proportions.All 6 episodes are available to listen now.To get exclusive a ... Show More

31m 2s

Sep 2023

Confession

Bobby is now closer than ever – and yet he keeps slipping through Kirat's grasp. After being pushed to breaking point, she makes the life changing decision to confront him – and discovers the truth...All 6 episodes are available to listen now.To get exclusive access to the bonus ... Show More

43m 5s

A brutal crackdown in Iran