Untold: Toxic Legacy

Guest Eva Kaili, the face of the scandal at the European parliament, discusses corruption and money laundering involving cash-filled suitcases from foreign states. From her shocking downfall to political scandal and diplomatic controversy, the podcast explores deception, manipulation, and powerful exchanges within political delegations.

Introducing Power for Sale, a new season of Untold from the Financial Times. In Untold: Power for Sale, host Valentina Pop and a team of FT correspondents from all over Europe investigate what happened in the Qatargate scandal, where EU lawmakers were accused of accepting payments from Qatar to whitewash its image.Untold: Power for Sale airs May 29. Follow wherever you listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The podcast explores the dangers of intensive meditation in Gwenka retreats and questions the organization's lack of response. It discusses negative outcomes, suggested improvements, and the trauma experienced by individuals. One source shares a harrowing experience of brainwashing and mental alteration. Support resources are provided for those affected.

This podcast discusses Jaqui's journey, from her love for her campervan to her decision to participate in a meditation retreat. It explores the harmful effects of intensive meditation and the troubling experiences some participants have encountered. The episode also delves into Jaqui's background, her passion for art, and her struggles with anxiety. It highlights her excitement about going on a Goenka retreat and ends with a dramatic account of her reluctance to leave and the staff's lack of answers.

Exploring the negative experiences and potential harm of going on Goenka retreats, including anxiety, fear, and breakdowns. Highlighting the correlation between negative experiences and multiple retreats. Delving into Sarah's transformative retreat experience resembling a sober psychedelic trip. Discussing the potential negative effects of meditation, including addiction-like cycles and dissociation. Raising questions about the consequences of intensive meditation practices and the lack of support systems on retreats.

Madison Marriage receives an email from a desperate father named Stephen whose twin daughters have changed drastically over the years due to intensive meditation retreats. The podcast explores the negative effects of meditation on mental health, shares Emily's journey to peace through meditation, and investigates Sarah's hallucinations and their impact on her relationship.

The podcast discusses the challenging experiences people have at Goenka meditation retreats, including physical discomfort and suffering. It teases the upcoming investigative podcast series called Untold.