British Scandal
Wondery
In a country obsessed with gossip, the great and the good fear one thing more than any other - scandal.British scandals change the course of history. They bring down governments, overthrow the rich and cause the mighty to fall. Some are about sex, others about money. In the end, they’re all about power. But often at the heart of a scandal, there are ordinary human stories. Stories of those caught up in the swirl of outrage. Who was really to blame for what happened? Why did they do it? And when all is said and done, did anything really change? From the creators of Business Wars, American Scandal and Ghost Story, comes British Scandal. Each week, hosts Alice Levine and Matt Forde delve into the murkier side of the British elite, from Phone Hacking to Profumo to the short-lived premiership of Liz Truss. Because sometimes the truth doesn’t set everyone free…Listen to British Scandal on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen early and ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/british-scandal/ now.
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Oct 10, 2023 • 47min
Encore: The Hitler Diaries | Hitler for Sale | 2
Excited by the prospect of the diaries being real, Rupert Murdoch sends famed historian Hugh Trevor-Roper to verify them. Everything is riding on his assessment. What will Trevor-Roper tell the world? Real or fake?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oct 3, 2023 • 51min
Encore: The Hitler Diaries | Operation Green Vault | 1
Journalist Gerd Heidemann is searching for his next story for Stern magazine when the scoop of the century lands in his lap. But is it too good to be true?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sep 26, 2023 • 47min
Liz Truss | Alastair Campbell and Joe Lycett on 1 year since Truss | 4
Alastair Campbell discusses Liz Truss and Kwasi Kwarteng's lethal combination, while Joe Lycett shares his infamous appearance on the Laura Kuenssberg show. They reflect on the impact of social media, U-turns in politics, and the controversy surrounding Liz Truss. Joe discusses his evolving attitude towards politics, and both speakers explore the power of comedy in politics.
Sep 19, 2023 • 52min
Liz Truss | Liz vs Lettuce | 3
Liz Truss, a government official, discusses her rise to power, economic transformation plans, controversy over cutting taxes for the rich, and the challenges she faces. The podcast explores determination amidst betrayal and criticism and touches on artificial intelligence's impact on tech companies.
Sep 12, 2023 • 50min
Liz Truss | Hitting The Ground | 2
Liz Truss, rising star in the Conservative party, takes the lead to unleash a radical revolution for the country. Her resilience as a woman in politics and her surprising meeting with the Prime Minister are discussed. Liz faces challenges, asserts her autonomy, and starts her campaign, while strategizing against her opponents.
Sep 5, 2023 • 50min
Liz Truss | The Turnip Taliban | 1
For as long as she can remember, Mary Elizabeth Truss has been determined to make her mark on British politics. And now it's finally within reach. She’s been handpicked to stand for Parliament in South West Norfolk. But when a story from the past comes to light, her career could be over before it’s even started.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Aug 29, 2023 • 45min
Encore: The Canoe Con | Dead Man Walking | 3
John Darwin decides to come back from the dead and journalists begin to investigate his mysterious disappearance.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Aug 22, 2023 • 46min
Encore: The Canoe Con | El Dorado | 2
The Darwins trick the police into thinking John’s dead and decide they need to flee the country.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Aug 15, 2023 • 43min
Encore: The Canoe Con | Missing | 1
A prison officer fakes his own death at sea to escape debt, facing danger and uncertainty. A desperate couple considers the shocking plan of faking their own death. The husband struggles against the sea, while the wife contacts his boss. The man disguises himself and faces a curt response from his wife. Desperate for money, they realize they can't make an insurance claim without a body.
Aug 8, 2023 • 53min
The Crowded Marriage | Operation PB | 3
Prince Charles no longer has to live a lie. His divorce with Diana is finalised and his relationship with Camilla is out in the open. But there’s a problem: Camilla remains deeply unpopular with the public and the press. He knows that turning this around will be an uphill battle, so he enlists the help of a wily spin doctor and sets to work. Charles remains adamant that Camilla is his Queen-in-waiting...but can he convince everyone else?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
