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It starts with a tip-off. It’s the late 1980s and US Special Agent Dennis Bass is warned about a shipment of suspicious chemicals headed to a secret destination. So he follows the lead – and ends up stumbling into a global plot helping fuel a war. The main suspect? The Gas Man. In the decades since, Special Agent Bass has been locked in an international game of cat and mouse with the man who supplied a dangerous regime with the chemicals to make weapons. Every time Bass thinks he’s got his hands on him… The Gas Man somehow manages to slip the net. And he’s still on the run ...

When Islamist insurgents attacked a town in Mozambique in March, civilians and foreign contractors raced to a local hotel for safety. Over three agonising days, they waited for a rescue. But no one came. In this extraordinary story of extremism, corruption and bravery, journalist Basia Cummings investigates what happened at the Amarula Hotel, and speaks to the people who were trapped inside – and made it out alive. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All six episodes of Real Money are available now to listen for free.The world of cryptocurrencies is shaking. It might be just one domino-fall away from a complete crash, and that domino has a name. It’s called Tether. Tether is a crypto coin that holds up the entire cryptocurrency industry. There are over 70 billion Tethers in circulation and for every Tether that exists, a dollar should sit in a bank somewhere. But no one has seen the money it claims to have in the bank and now little-known company that specialises in financial detective work has offered a million dollar bounty to anyone ...

Sir Harry Evans was arguably the greatest newspaper editor of the 20th century. The Sir Harry Evans Global Summit in Investigative Journalism brings together the biggest names in journalism to continue his legacy, and debate the future of speaking truth to power.In this series we bring you conversations from the inaugural summit, which was held in London on 10th May 2023.From Tortoise Media, in partnership with the Sir Harry Evans Global Summit for Investigative Journalism, Tina Brown Media, Reuters and Durham University. Tortoise is an independent newsroom dedicated to making sense of the ...

The world needs to switch to renewable energy. But the transition is being held up by misinformation and negativity. Hosts Lucy Yu (CEO of the Centre for Net Zero) and Giles Whittell (editorial lead on climate and sustainability at Tortoise) are here to bust those myths. Over six episodes, this new series will explore our bright energy future.To get early, ad-free access to each episode, you can become a member of Tortoise and get access to more of our stories, contribute to our journalism and join us at exclusive events. For a 30-day free trial, just download the app: https://torto.se/...

Over only a generation, early childhood in Britain has become radically different. Across three cities, we’re speaking to parents and children about their lives, worries, and dreams, and – with the help of the Nuffield Foundation – uncovering the hidden stories behind these seismic changes.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Slow Politics with Matt d'Ancona from Tortoise. Each week, Matt digs deep into one issue, story or person driving the agenda of Westminster politics to tell you the inside story on the people who - often behind the scenes - make things happen. Follow Slow Politics for a new episode each Thursday.Tortoise is a news start-up devoted to slow journalism. If you want more slow and considered journalism from Matt, and the Tortoise team, you can join Tortoise as a member to get access to more of our stories, contribute to our journalism and join us at exclusive newsroom events. Just go to ...

One animal, every week to make sense of the world. Brought to you by Tortoise and On the Edge. You can find out more about Tortoise:Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalistsSubscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new six part series from Tortoise which tells the inside story of a double revolution in the Labour Party which defined Britain’s present and will likely go on to shape its future. The series charts the takeover of Labour by the far-left under Jeremy Corbyn, the civil war that ensued and the election of a new leader, Keir Starmer, who set out to erase all trace of his predecessor. Eight years’ hard Labour is hosted by David Aaronovitch with additional reporting by Tortoise’s political editor Cat Neilan. You can find out more about Tortoise:Download the Tortoise app - for a listening ...

A collection of daily messages from inside Ukraine as the Russian invasion unfolds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the world debates what to do about the existential threat posed by climate change, Net Zero And Beyond looks for practical answers. Join Lord Browne, chairman of BeyondNetZero and former CEO of BP, as he meets experts from across society to explore cutting edge climate solutions in areas essential to human health, wealth, and happiness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Playmaker from Tortoise - one story every day to make sense of the beautiful game. Tortoise is a news start-up devoted to slow journalism. We take news slowly. We tell stories that really matter, and take time to see the full picture.If you want more slow and considered journalism, you can become a member of Tortoise and get access to more of our stories, contribute to our journalism and join us at events in our newsroom, in person and online. Just go to tortoisemedia.com/friend and use the code Chloe50 for membership for just £50 per year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

Each week, Tortoise editor and co-founder James Harding shares his perspective on what's driving the news, not breaking the news.To find out more about Tortoise:Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalistsSubscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentBecome a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...

Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, Sir Richard Lambert, former Chairman of the British Museum and former editor of the Financial Times reflects on her life and reign, and the ways in which society changed under her rule in this 6 part series.If you'd like to read and listen to more of Tortoise's reporting on the Queen, including photo galleries, an obituary by Matthew d’Ancona and daily reporting on a country turning on a hinge of history, visit tortoisemedia.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Life and electric cars with comedian, former Great British Bake Off host and Eurovision commentator Mel Giedroyc and journalist Giles Whittell.Join them as they test drive different electric vehicles, discuss how life is going to be changed by the electric revolution and get lost along the way.A new weekly show from Tortoise, launching Wednesday 8 March.Follow the feed to be the first to find out about new episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deano and Sparky deliver a tasty slice of Ballymun Bred