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Subscribe to Heretics Clips for more explosive media revelations, insider stories and unfiltered conversations with the journalists who know exactly what’s happening behind Britain’s biggest TV moments. https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos In this gripping, outspoken and deeply revealing conversation, Camilla Tominey joins Andrew Gold to break down the moment Rylan Clark broke the ultimate TV taboo — and why broadcasters, editors and insiders across British television were left stunned. Known for her fearless reporting on media and politics, Camilla lifts the curtain on what really happened behind the scenes, why Rylan’s actions caused shockwaves, and how it exposed long-ignored tensions within the entertainment industry. Rylan, one of the UK’s most recognisable presenters, has built a career on charm, humour and authenticity. But Camilla explains that this particular moment crossed an unspoken line — a line TV hosts are trained never to breach. The fallout didn’t just reveal something about Rylan… it revealed a much deeper problem within British broadcasting: the fear, bias and fragile image-management that shape everything viewers see on screen. In this compelling interview, Camilla and Andrew explore: What the “ultimate TV taboo” actually was — and why it shocked insiders How Rylan’s decision exposed tensions inside UK television Why the incident hit a nerve with producers, editors and senior executives What it reveals about authenticity vs. image-crafting in modern broadcasting How the public reacted — and why the industry panicked Whether this marks a shift in what presenters are “allowed” to say on air Camilla also dives into the broader state of British TV: the obsession with avoiding controversy, the increasing pressure on presenters to toe the line, and the unwritten rules no one talks about publicly. Rylan’s moment, she argues, wasn’t an accident — it was a crack in a system built on controlled narratives and carefully curated personalities. This conversation goes beyond gossip. It’s a rare look at the politics of television, the unspoken boundaries that shape on-air behaviour, and why breaking those boundaries can change a presenter’s career overnight. Rylan’s honesty lit a fuse — and Camilla explains why the industry is still dealing with the fallout. If you want to understand what really goes on inside British broadcasting — and why this moment mattered far more than viewers realised — this interview is essential. Watch the full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCrBeJto0_s #RylanClark #CamillaTominey #BritishTV #MediaScandal #HereticsPodcast #AndrewGold #Rylan #UKMedia #TelevisionIndustry #TVTaboo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What was Louis Theroux’s bravest moment — and what does it reveal about the state of modern journalism? In this gripping Heretics Clips episode, comedian Francis Foster joins Andrew Gold to debate the legendary filmmaker’s most fearless interviews, from confronting neo-Nazis and cult leaders to exploring taboo subjects that mainstream media now avoids. 👉 Subscribe to Heretics Clips for more fearless interviews and thought-provoking debates: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos Francis and Andrew dive deep into why Louis Theroux remains one of Britain’s most respected — and misunderstood — journalists. Has he become too cautious in today’s politically charged landscape, or does his empathy and subtlety make him braver than ever? They explore how his approach to difficult people and dark ideologies helped redefine the art of documentary-making. Expect a raw and insightful discussion covering: Louis Theroux’s early BBC years and the hidden risks behind his most famous episodes. How confronting figures like Jimmy Savile and Westboro Baptist Church reshaped his career. Whether modern documentary makers can be as bold in a “cancel culture” world. The fine line between curiosity and complicity when interviewing extremists or abusers. How Louis’ trademark awkwardness became a weapon for truth — not weakness. Francis Foster, known for his sharp social commentary on the TRIGGERnometry podcast, debates Andrew Gold’s perspective as a fellow documentary maker and journalist who’s spent years tackling similar moral dilemmas. Together, they ask: what does it really mean to be brave in modern media — and would Louis Theroux still make the same documentaries today? This is a must-watch for fans of British documentary, true journalism, and unfiltered cultural debate. Watch the full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fZP1L_Y58pU&t=278s #LouisTheroux #FrancisFoster #AndrewGold #Heretics #Documentary #Journalism #BBC #CultureWar #CancelCulture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when artificial intelligence is weaponised against women, celebrities, and ordinary people alike? In this shocking interview, Nina Schick takes us inside the disturbing rise of deepfake AI pornography — a hidden industry that’s growing faster than regulation can keep up. She reveals how this technology is spreading, who is behind it, and why it could impact all of us. For more fearless conversations that expose the truth about AI, subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos Schick isn’t just another commentator. She’s one of the world’s leading voices on AI, recognised among the top 20 AI speakers globally alongside names like Sam Altman, Demis Hassabis, and Geoffrey Hinton. Her insights on synthetic media, disinformation, and the social impact of emerging technologies have made her one of the most in-demand experts of our time. In this interview, she sounds the alarm on a problem too big to ignore: deepfake AI pornography. What was once niche and experimental has become widespread, with devastating consequences for victims who often have no legal recourse. Schick explains: Why deepfake porn has exploded in scale. How generative AI makes this abuse easier than ever. And why governments, Big Tech, and regulators are failing to act. But the conversation goes beyond the dark side of AI. Schick also explores the broader implications of artificial intelligence for society. From Google’s Gemini AI and its controversial political bias, to the future of jobs and creativity, she challenges us to ask: are we truly ready for the revolution AI is unleashing? Whether you’re an AI enthusiast, a skeptic, or someone simply concerned about privacy, this interview will leave you questioning just how safe our digital lives really are. The future of AI is not just about innovation — it’s about power, exploitation, and control. 👉 Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0X9TPiOFJY 👉 Subscribe to Heretics Clips for more unfiltered discussions with the world’s sharpest thinkers on AI, politics, and society. #Deepfake #AIPorn #NinaSchick #ArtificialIntelligence #GoogleGemini #HereticsClips Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Katie Hopkins joins Andrew Gold for one of her most eye-opening and personal conversations yet — centred on the moment Jon Ronson openly questioned whether she might be a psychopath. Katie pulls back the curtain on a chapter of her life that has followed her for years, revealing what really happened behind the scenes and how she felt when a bestselling author and renowned investigator of human behaviour publicly dissected her personality. If you enjoy these cut-through, unfiltered conversations, make sure you subscribe to Heretics Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos In this gripping clip, Katie explains the origins of Jon Ronson’s claim, how it spiralled in the media, and why she believes the label stuck so aggressively. She dives into the psychology behind the accusation, the public reaction, and the way it shaped her reputation long after the cameras stopped rolling. Katie also discusses the strange experience of becoming a character in someone else’s narrative — particularly someone as well-known for analysing extreme personalities as Jon Ronson. But how did this all begin? Why did Ronson form that impression? And what does Katie think he got right — or completely wrong? The story is far more complex than a headline, and in this conversation, she lays out the context that most people never heard. From misinterpreted behaviour to media amplification, Katie breaks down the full chain of events in her trademark, unapologetic style. She also explores the wider issue of being publicly labelled by journalists, psychologists and commentators who have never lived your life, and what it means to carry a reputation you didn’t choose. What happens when a narrative sticks, even if it isn’t true? How do you confront it? And does Katie believe any part of Ronson’s assessment had merit? If you’ve ever wondered what really happened between Jon Ronson and Katie Hopkins — and why the “psychopath” label caught fire — this is the definitive breakdown. Honest, confrontational and unexpectedly reflective, Katie offers a perspective that challenges the assumptions many people still hold. 🔥 Watch the full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4w3p-5k0wjE #KatieHopkins #JonRonson #PsychopathTest #Heretics #AndrewGold #PersonalityDisorders #Psychology #MediaControversy #BritishMedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Investigative journalist Andy Webb joins Andrew Gold to reveal the shocking truth behind one of the BBC’s biggest scandals — the Martin Bashir interview with Princess Diana, and the decades-long cover-up that kept the public in the dark. Webb has spent years exposing what really happened behind the scenes, and in this explosive conversation, he explains exactly how the BBC misled viewers, protected Bashir, and failed Princess Diana. If you want more fearless investigations like this, make sure you subscribe to Heretics Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos In this gripping clip, Andy Webb breaks down the lies, forged documents, and internal failures that led to one of the most controversial interviews in broadcasting history. He explains how Bashir used deception to secure the Panorama interview, how those tactics were concealed by senior BBC figures, and why the truth only emerged after relentless pressure, leaked information, and determined journalism. But the biggest question remains: Why did the BBC lie about the Bashir–Diana interview for so long? Webb reveals the decisions and denials that allowed the scandal to stay buried, the culture of secrecy that protected the broadcaster’s reputation, and the internal politics that stopped key people from speaking out. His investigation ultimately forced the BBC into a public reckoning — but even now, Webb argues, the full story has not been properly acknowledged. He also walks through the fallout: the impact on Princess Diana, the effect on her sons, and the long-term damage to the BBC’s credibility. According to Webb, this wasn’t just a case of one journalist behaving badly — it was a systemic failure that exposed deep problems at the heart of the corporation. What did the BBC know? When did they know it? And why did it take decades for the truth to come out? Andy Webb answers all of these questions with forensic detail and first-hand insight. If you’ve ever wondered what really happened behind the infamous Bashir interview — and why the BBC worked so hard to hide it — this conversation cuts through decades of spin and exposes the truth. 🔥 Watch the full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qq9fcGZTKM #MartinBashir #PrincessDiana #BBCScandal #AndyWebb #Panorama #BBC #PrincessDianaInterview #Heretics #AndrewGold #RoyalFamily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

👉 Don’t forget to subscribe to Heretics Clips for unfiltered conversations that challenge the mainstream narrative: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos EXPOSING the Dark Abuses in the British Music Industry – Louise Distras What really happens when a musician dares to speak their mind in an industry that prides itself on rebellion but punishes dissent? Punk singer Louise Distras found out the hard way. Once celebrated for her fearless voice and raw performances, she suddenly became a target the moment she expressed gender critical views. Instead of raging against the machine, the machine raged back—hard. In this explosive interview, Distras reveals how the British music industry silences artists who don’t toe the ideological line. From agents dropping her overnight to music platforms shutting her down, she takes us inside a system that pretends to celebrate diversity of thought, but in reality enforces strict conformity. 🔥 How can a punk rocker—whose genre was built on free expression—be censored for refusing to say trans women are women? 🔥 Why does an industry that made icons out of rebels and truth-tellers now demand blind obedience? 🔥 And what does Louise’s story reveal about the hidden abuses of power that go far beyond her own case? This isn’t just about one singer. It’s about the dark underbelly of the music industry—an industry that can elevate you one day and destroy you the next if you step out of line. Louise Distras exposes the hypocrisy of an establishment that claims to empower women but turns its back on them when they speak uncomfortable truths. Her journey is both devastating and inspiring: devastating because of the ruthless way she was treated, inspiring because she continues to stand firm despite the pressure to stay silent. If you’ve ever wondered how deep the culture wars run in Britain’s creative industries—or how far those in power will go to protect their image—this conversation will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about music, freedom, and truth. 📺 Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_sOZj2zwZI #LouiseDistras #MusicIndustry #CancelCulture #GenderCritical #PunkMusic #JKRowling #HereticsClips Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you enjoy sharp, unfiltered debates that cut to the truth behind some of the most controversial figures in Britain today, make sure you subscribe to Heretics Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos In this gripping and uncomfortable exchange, Andrew Gold directly confronts Dr Helen Webberley about the legal conviction that has followed her throughout her career in gender healthcare. Webberley — founder of GenderGP and one of the most polarising voices in the trans healthcare debate — faces questions she rarely answers in full. What really happened during the case that led to her conviction? What was she found guilty of? And does she believe the courts, the media, and the medical establishment got it wrong? This is one of the most intense interviews Andrew has ever conducted. Webberley has spent years insisting she is misunderstood, unfairly targeted, and treated as a villain by the UK medical system. But critics argue she acted irresponsibly, endangered children, and pushed experimental treatments without proper oversight. For the first time, Andrew asks Webberley to explain the specifics: the decisions she made, the safeguards she claims to have followed, and the serious problems raised in court. The conversation goes far beyond paperwork. Andrew presses Webberley on the wider questions many people are afraid to ask: How much responsibility should clinicians carry when dealing with distressed young people? Should adults with revoked licences still guide families on transitioning? Does Webberley believe any mistakes were made — or does she still think the system is the one that failed? Viewers hear Webberley defend her actions with surprising confidence, while Andrew raises the most difficult aspects of the case, including why she continued operating despite warnings, and how she justifies it today. Whether you see Webberley as a pioneering advocate or someone whose judgement crossed dangerous lines, this discussion forces you to confront the facts in her own words. 🔥 Watch the full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Lh8SVtqpQI #HelenWebberley #GenderGP #TransDebate #AndrewGold #Heretics #MedicalEthics #GenderIdentity #Detransition #UKPolitics #HealthcareControversy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subscribe to Heretics Clips for more unfiltered political conversations and media exposés that cut through establishment narratives and reveal what really goes on behind Britain’s most powerful institutions. https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos In this sharp, revealing and provocative interview, Camilla Tominey joins Andrew Gold to uncover the dark truth about Ian Hislop — the truth nobody at the BBC wants to talk about. As the long-standing editor of Private Eye and star of Have I Got News For You, Hislop is often presented as one of Britain’s great satirists: outspoken, fearless, a champion of free speech. But Camilla argues that the reality is far more complicated… and far less heroic. According to Camilla, Hislop has slowly transformed into something he claims to despise: a broadcaster carefully avoiding controversy to protect his position inside the BBC. She reveals how Hislop — once known for skewering institutions — now seems reluctant to challenge the most heated cultural battles of our time. Most notably, Camilla argues that Hislop has refused to address the contradictions, tensions and excesses of the modern gender debate, despite privately acknowledging the problems. In this eye-opening conversation, Camilla and Andrew explore: Why Ian Hislop avoids the biggest controversies in British culture How his role at the BBC has shaped — and constrained — his satire Why Private Eye under Hislop avoids topics many journalists quietly discuss How fear of backlash has changed the landscape of satire Why Hislop refuses to publicly address flaws in the trans debate What this says about the BBC’s broader culture of caution and conformity Camilla argues that Hislop’s shift reflects a much bigger issue: a media elite terrified of deviating from “approved” opinions, even when they know those opinions are inconsistent or politically charged. She explains how Hislop, once viewed as the ultimate outsider, has become emblematic of a BBC culture where silence is safer than honesty. This interview digs into the gap between the public persona of Ian Hislop — the rebellious satirist — and the private calculations of a broadcaster working inside an institution increasingly afraid of controversy. Whether you admire Hislop or think he’s lost his edge, this conversation exposes a hidden dynamic inside the BBC and asks a blunt question: Can you be a rebel when you work for the establishment? Watch the full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCrBeJto0_s #CamillaTominey #IanHislop #BBC #PrivateEye #HereticsPodcast #AndrewGold #MediaBias #BritishSatire #CultureDebate #UKMedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Tommy Robinson the most misrepresented man in Britain — or a genuine threat to the establishment? In this explosive episode of Heretics, Alex Armstrong joins Andrew Gold to uncover the story the mainstream media refuses to admit. 👉 Subscribe now for more fearless, unfiltered conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos For over a decade, Tommy Robinson has been painted as a villain — a far-right agitator, a hate figure, a symbol of division. But behind the headlines, what really happened? Alex Armstrong argues that the media’s portrayal of Robinson has become one of the most striking examples of selective truth-telling in modern journalism. Instead of asking why millions of ordinary Britons listened to him, the press chose to silence, smear, and simplify. Andrew and Alex explore the deeper cultural and political forces that turned Robinson into a national lightning rod — from the grooming gang scandals and free speech debates to the growing distrust in British institutions. They question why mainstream outlets repeatedly ignore stories that matter to working-class audiences, and whether the media’s moral grandstanding has actually fuelled more division, not less. Alex also breaks down the psychology of media groupthink, exposing how journalists close ranks around fashionable narratives while punishing dissent. Is the press’s obsession with virtue signalling eroding public trust beyond repair? And is Robinson’s story a warning sign for anyone who dares to speak outside approved opinion? Expect sharp insight, uncomfortable truths, and unflinching debate as Heretics dives into one of the most polarising figures in British life — not to excuse or endorse, but to understand what the establishment refuses to confront. 🎧 Watch the full Heretics podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=492bRl_XS-U&t=3953s #TommyRobinson #Heretics #AlexArmstrong #AndrewGold #MediaBias #FreeSpeech #UKPolitics #BritishMedia #Censorship #Journalism #Truth #CultureWars #BBC #CancelCulture #HereticsClips Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Investigative journalist Andy Webb joins Andrew Gold to break down one of the most disturbing and consequential scandals in British media history — how Martin Bashir’s lies, forged documents, and psychological manipulation pushed Princess Diana into a state of fear and paranoia that shaped the final months of her life. Webb has spent years exposing the full truth behind Bashir’s tactics, and in this explosive conversation he reveals how one BBC journalist set in motion a tragic chain of events. If you want more fearless investigations like this, make sure you subscribe to Heretics Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos In this gripping clip, Andy Webb explains exactly how Martin Bashir forged bank statements, fabricated threats and invented a web of conspiracies to convince Princess Diana that she was being targeted by shadowy forces — including supposed “hitmen” connected to the royal household, MI6 and even her closest friends. According to Webb, Bashir crafted an elaborate fantasy of danger, betrayal and surveillance, designed to break down Diana’s trust in everyone around her. These lies didn’t just secure Bashir the Panorama interview — they altered Diana’s psychology at a crucial time. Webb reveals how the false documents and invented threats deepened Diana’s fear that she was in physical danger, pushing her further into isolation and distrust. He explains how Bashir’s deception poisoned Diana’s most important relationships, left her terrified for her safety and helped create the emotional environment that defined her final years. But the scandal goes far beyond one rogue journalist. Webb exposes how the BBC failed to investigate Bashir’s tactics, ignored whistleblowers, destroyed key evidence and actively concealed the truth to protect itself. According to Webb, this institutional failure allowed Bashir’s lies to stand unchallenged — and allowed Diana to keep believing she was at risk long after the Panorama interview aired. Was Martin Bashir directly responsible for the tragic trajectory of Diana’s final years? How did his hoax influence her decisions? And why did the BBC let this deception go undiscovered for decades? Webb answers these questions with forensic clarity, offering a rare insight into the manipulation that shaped one of the most consequential stories in royal history. If you’ve ever wondered how forged documents and a fabricated assassination plot helped push Princess Diana toward the fear and isolation that preceded her death, this conversation reveals the dark truth behind the scandal the BBC never wanted the world to see. 🔥 Watch the full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qq9fcGZTKM #PrincessDiana #MartinBashir #BBCScandal #AndyWebb #Panorama #RoyalFamily #Heretics #AndrewGold #DianaInterview #BBC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices