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Andy Webb
Investigative journalist and author of the book Dianorama, which examines Martin Bashir's 1995 Panorama interview with Princess Diana and the BBC's subsequent handling of the affair.
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Nov 14, 2025
• 58min
The BBC scandal that was worse than phone hacking
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In this episode, Andy Webb, an investigative journalist and author of "Dianorama," uncovers shocking tactics used by Martin Bashir to secure his infamous 1995 interview with Princess Diana. He reveals how forgery and manipulation played pivotal roles in gaining Diana's trust, ultimately jeopardizing her safety. The discussion touches on the profound implications of Bashir's deceit and the BBC's cover-up that lasted decades. Webb argues that this scandal may be even more damaging than the notorious phone-hacking incidents.
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