In this episode, I engage with filmmaker and journalist Phelim McAleer to delve into his experiences tackling controversial subjects through film, notably his projects "Gosnell: The Trial of America's Biggest Serial Killer" and "The Grooming Gangs Cover-Up." We discuss the troubling realities of the abortion industry and grooming gang scandals, examining societal implications and media portrayals. Phelim shares his passion for verbatim drama, which brings real testimonies to life, and highlights the shortcomings of mainstream media in addressing these critical issues. Our conversation expands to explore the moral responsibilities of journalism, the necessity for transparency in the judicial process, and the political ramifications surrounding these topics in both the UK and the U.S. Listeners are encouraged to critically engage with these narratives and recognize the urgency for reform and accountability.

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Website: The Great Grooming Gang Cover-Up - The Unreported Story Society

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*Special thanks to Bosch Fawstin for recording our intro/outro on this podcast.

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