I’m Not a Monster Presents… Where is Austin Tice?
BBC SoundsJosh Baker enters a dangerous world of fear, greed and betrayal as he sets out to uncover the truth behind one of the biggest missing-person cases of our time - the abduction of American journalist Austin Tice.
Josh - creator of two of the BBC's most award-winning and widely listened-to investigative podcasts, I'm Not a Monster and The Shamima Begum Story - returns for his most ambitious chapter y... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 43 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DocumentarySociety & CultureTrue Crime | |||
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Josh and Sara hunt the men who know what really happened to Austin. When the Assad regime fell, they went into hiding.
As the team close in, competing accounts begin to emerge: stories of detention, secret deals, survival and betrayal. Some may be t... more
Josh Baker with an update on the next episode.
When was the last time Austin was seen alive? Josh and Sara find the people who claim to know.
Josh meets a man who says he interrogated Austin. Then two more witnesses are found. Each of them helps fill gaps in Austin’s story, and the hidden months... more
Josh uncovers a hidden world of secret negotiations, backchannels, and high-level talks. And, after years of failed promises, Austin’s mother Debra decides to go to Syria herself - alone.
She believes the US government could have done more to get he... more
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- Well Told Story
Really well told. Grateful for the great information and captivating story.
Apple Podcasts5nosecage
United States14 days ago - Outstanding
This series is an absolute standout; thoughtful, gripping, and consistently well‑crafted. What truly elevates it is Joshua Baker’s presence. His storytelling, curiosity, and calm authority make every episode worth listening to. He brings clarity to complex topics and a human touch that keeps you fully immersed from start to finish.
Apple Podcasts5Walielb
Germany15 days ago - Western Propaganda
Really bad! Everyone knows who the “rebels” are and the BBC is still using to the chemical weapons lie in 2026 🤣🤦
Apple Podcasts1JamesL8384
United Kingdom16 days ago - Brilliant journalism at its’ finest
Having given the previous series rave reviews, I’m back to say how incredible this new series is. Josh and Sara are brilliant. And I wish we could have more journalists of this quality, who have knowledge of the Middle East, and have the balls to go after the difficult stories.
Apple Podcasts5SussexSuzeUnited Kingdom20 days ago - Excellent
As much as I feel for Austin’s family, it’s tragic how his recklessness contributed to death and destruction and how his life is so much more valued than the thousands of Syrians who also disappeared.
Apple Podcasts5little_miss_joyfulUnited States20 days ago
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Apple Podcasts | #10 | United States/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #50 | United States/Society & Culture |
Spotify | #44 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Spotify | #179 | United Kingdom/Trending |
Apple Podcasts | #42 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #174 |  Canada/Top Podcasts |
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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This investigative series follows a veteran journalist as he and his team pursue the fate of an American reporter who vanished in Syria in 2012. Across episodes, the narrative tracks decades of intelligence files, on-the-ground interviews with colleagues, family members, and local contacts, and high-stakes diplomacy to uncover what happened and who might know the truth. The approach blends meticulous archival sleuthing with personal storytelling—anchored by the mother's relentless advocacy—while exposing the geopolitical pressures and secrecy that surround a long-running missing-person case. A standout element is the collaboration between major public broadcasters, producing real-time revelations and a multi-layered investigation that moves... more
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1. Safwan Pahloul
2. Noura Ghazi
3. Basel Hatabil Alsafedi
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5. Debra Tice
6. Thomas Bordeaux
7. Luna al-Shibbil
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