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Missing Debbie | Bed of Lies

The Telegraph
British Army
Northern Ireland Troubles
IRA
Brian Nelson
Force Research Unit
Freddie Scappatici
Gordon Kerr
Ian Hurst
Rob Lewis
Northern Ireland
Collusion
Michael Power
Pat Finucane
Loyalist Paramilitaries
Colonel
West Germany
Maggie Thatcher
Steak Knife
Special Branch
Secret Intelligence Operations

Missing Debbie, a new series from the team behind Bed of Lies.

When Debbie Cooper turns 40 she’s finally ready to find love and settle down, putting years of wanderlust behind her. She falls in love with awkward, geeky Jamie Starbuck and after a whirlwind 10 months they get married.

A few weeks later, in May 2010, the newlyweds surprise family and friends by setting off on a round-the-world hone... more

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On a cold February day in 1988, Julie Ward sets off on the journey of a lifetime from England, through Africa. She establishes a new life in the bustling capital of Kenya but mysteriously disappears while on safari - leaving her plane ticket back to ... more

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When Julie Ward vanishes mysteriously in the Masai Mara in 1988, her father begins a hunt for answers that stretches from a safari lodge in Kenya to MI6’s headquarters in London. The case was never solved.

Nearly four decades on, The Telegraph Deput... more

Peace walls, segregated schools and old enemies living on the same street. Cara returns to Northern Ireland to see how, today, The Troubles are far from forgotten history. A victim of Stakeknife breaks his silence and, like so many others, he wants t... more

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Kevin Fulton
Author and British spy in the IRA, involved in Peter McCabe's shooting
Episode: Devastation | 8
Kevin Winter
Lawyer assisting families affected by The Troubles
Law firm in Belfast
Episode: Devastation | 8
Brendan Duffy
Brother of a victim of the mobile shop murders
Episode: Devastation | 8
Thomas Harper
Confessed member of the UVF and involved in the mobile shop murders
Episode: Devastation | 8
Cyril Smith Sr.
Father of a soldier killed in an IRA attack
Episode: Devastation | 8
Rob Lewis
A former soldier and handler in the FRU, using pseudonym
Episode: Handlers | 5
Ian Hurst
A handler and whistleblower known for revealing Freddie Scappatici's identity as 'Steak Knife'
Episode: Handlers | 5
Kevin Winters
Leading human rights lawyer representing families seeking answers about unsolved murders during the Troubles
Episode: Trouble | 1
Michelle Bond
Sister and daughter of Michael Power, who shares insights on her family's traumatic past
Episode: Trouble | 1

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Cara McGoogan
Award-winning journalist and investigative reporter known for her work on high-impact stories, particularly those that uncover complex truths involving societal and governmental accountability.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 3.1k ratings
  • Hair raising

    Binged season one in a single day! Just too sad to see how these women were treated, first by their partners, then by their community. The pace and production on these episodes are so constable and engaging.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leemur9867
    United Statesa year ago
  • Incredible series

    Another amazing series of Bed of Lies - so well produced and investigated. Totally gripped to each episode and it has really opened my eyes. Such powerful journalism, giving a voice to people who really deserve to be heard.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IsobelMG
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Bed of Lies

    Brilliant series Cara, thank you. Has lead me to read several books on The Troubles to understand more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MuzzerJ
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Brilliant

    Told in a great way, well researched, well done

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ca-Connell exile
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Brilliant podcast

    Fascinating insight into the Troubles. The investigatory journalism is second to none. Chilling accounts of what happened to so many innocent people whose loved ones still don’t have many of answers. It was a terrible time … no winners, only losers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    biffothebearx
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Critics mention an impressive commitment to factual journalism and the sensitive handling of delicate subjects, further elevating the quality of discourse.
Overall, feedback indicates a strong admiration for the host's ability to weave personal accounts into broader socio-political context, making the series both informative and engaging.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth research and compelling storytelling that engages them deeply with the complex narratives of the Northern Ireland Troubles.

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What is Missing Debbie about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A powerful exploration of the dark complexities surrounding the Northern Ireland Troubles, this series uncovers the deep-seated cover-ups and state collusion that characterize tragic events in the region. Through investigative journalism, listeners are taken on a journey that reveals chilling stories of personal loss, the manipulation of truth by institutions, and the quest for justice by those affected. Noteworthy episodes recount the harrowing experiences of families impacted by violence and systemic failures, all while questioning the moral ambiguities of espionage and intelligence operations. Combining elements of true crime and societal commentary, this series offers a gripping examination of historical injustices and their lingering e... more

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7. Ian Hurst
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