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Helen Rumbelow
Times feature writer and columnist who specialises in culture and television criticism, appearing here to analyse The Traitors and its social and political implications.
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Nov 9, 2025
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The Traitors is rigged, just not in the way you think - the Sunday Story
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Helen Rumbelow, a Times feature writer specializing in culture and television, dives deep into the psychological game of The Traitors. She explores how the show reflects modern politics, revealing our trust issues and the charm-over-logic dilemma. Helen discusses the unpredictability of the game, how alliances dictate success, and the manipulation tactics used by traitors. She draws parallels to real-world politics, highlighting how charisma influences group dynamics, making this show a fascinating study of human behavior.
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