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Intrigue

BBC Radio 4
Migrant Smuggling
Barzan Majeed
Museum Of the Bible
Human Trafficking
Muriel Mackay
Cultural Heritage
Mental Health
Hobby Lobby
Muriel Mckay
New Testament Fragments
Rupert Murdoch
9/11
Scorpion
Iraq
Lockerbie Bombing
Omar Al-Bayoumi
Lockerbie
London
Covid-19
Provenance Research

Twenty-five years on from the deadliest terror attack in history, BBC investigative journalist Jane McMullen asks why thousands of grieving families are still fighting for answers. In early 2000, two young Saudis arrived in San Diego. They had never been to America, spoke almost no English, and had no idea how to open a bank account or rent a flat. Within weeks they had done all of it. Twenty mont... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes135Founded2 years ago
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True CrimeDocumentarySociety & Culture

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Latest Episodes

I'm Not A Monster Presents... Where is Austin Tice?

Josh Baker investigates one of the biggest missing-person cases of our time. American journalist Austin Tice vanished in Syria, but the US president says he’s alive. For more than a decade Austin's... more

Terry Strada spies the FBI Director in a VIP area. Can she get to him to make her case before time runs out? A new generation is preparing to step into the fight for answers.

A BBC News Long Form Audio production.

Host: Jane McMullen

Series pro... more

Decades of arguments and evidence land before a judge. Terry Strada’s hopes hang on how he pieces it all together: an airplane sketch, a video from Washington, and call records between Saudi officials in the US. FBI Special Agent Danny Gonzalez is co... more

When one of Omar Al-Bayoumi’s home videos contains more than was first thought, FBI Special Agent Danny Gonzalez is shocked. Decades after he should have seen it, can it make a difference? A BBC News Long Form Audio production.

Host: Jane McMullen ... more

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Recent Guests

Debra Tice
Austin Tice's mother, advocate for his return
Family of Austin Tice
Episode: A 9/11 Story: New: Where is Austin Tice?
Sara Obedat
Jordanian investigative journalist; collaborator on the case
Journalist, co-researcher on the episode
Episode: A 9/11 Story: New: Where is Austin Tice?
Caitlin Strada
Daughter of a 9/11 victim
Strada family
Episode: A 9/11 Story: 10. A Quarter Century
Jody Westbrook Flowers
Family lawyer featured in the case
Lawyer for the 9/11 families
Episode: A 9/11 Story: 9. The Puzzle
Jodi Westbrook Flowers
Lawyer involved in the case
(Law firm/organization mentioned in episode)
Episode: A 9/11 Story: 8. The Party
Ron Motley
Lead trial counsel leading the case for over 600 families
Motley Rice (law firm)
Episode: A 9/11 Story: 5. Mosque and State
Omar al-Bayoumi
Saudi national connected to the hijackers through assistance in settling in the US
Unknown/Investigative focus
Episode: A 9/11 Story: 4. A Chance Meeting
Danny Gonzalez
Former FBI investigator central to the 9/11 investigation
FBI
Episode: A 9/11 Story: 3. The Helpful Man
Holly Rachford
Resident connected to the Parkwood Apartments and its tenants
Episode: A 9/11 Story: 3. The Helpful Man

Hosts

Jane McMullen
Host of the investigative series on BBC Radio 4; lead journalist and presenter for Intrigue
Miles Bonner
Host of Intrigue, focused on extremism and global politics

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Love this podcast! The stories are so interesting and well told. Absolutely fascinating.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Wizzo
    2 months ago
  • Interesting stories but extremely repetitive

    Lots of filler and repeated ideas, probably to increase episode count. It drags on and on and I usually give up and read about it online

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Mediahog
    United States7 months ago
  • Straight, intelligent quality broadcasting

    Many times podcast from the BBC organizations a week full of padding almost Zef generated by GenAi, emotional childish this is not the case with a ransom man. The reporting and stare storytelling his first class, entertaining and engaging.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thanos in Soho
    United States7 months ago
  • Biased

    I like the subjects of this investigative journalist. However, I've heard her before when she did a podcast on immigrants and as the same here she's very biased. How about the rights of the elder to make decisions in their own live? Why doesn't she ever question the fact that these adult children want money? Why is inheritance automatic? Her point of view does not look at the whole story I can honestly say I don't really enjoy this.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    jlr262
    United States7 months ago
  • Ransom man

    Great show, had to listen to it all in one go! Unusual and very interesting story

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    V1315U
    United Kingdom8 months ago

Listeners Say

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Shows strong investigative rigor and compelling storytelling, with human stakes at the center.
Some listeners feel pacing and repetition can hinder engagement in longer arcs.
Guest diversity and depth of sources are frequently praised, though opinions on bias vary.
High regard for on-the-ground reporting and source networks, with strong legal and policy context.
Overall, consistently engaging and informative for fans of deep-dive investigations.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#223
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#23
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#174
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#70
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#177
France/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#190
Germany/True Crime

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

To Catch a King: 7. Boats, Trucks and Planes
Q: What is the role of Moqtar in the network?
The hosts and sources discuss Moqtar as a leader or key figure in the network, with various lines identifying him, his alias 'the chosen', and his links to operations across countries.
To Catch a King: 7. Boats, Trucks and Planes
Q: How does someone get to the UK from Kurdistan via these routes?
The guest explains multiple routes including planes with forged documents, boats via Libya, or mixed itineraries through Turkey and Europe, emphasizing cost and risk as well as guarantees claimed by the smugglers.
To Catch a King: 7. Boats, Trucks and Planes
Q: How do I find the court?
The hosts explain the process of locating and following up with court appearances, using contacts and public records to track the case, as well as noting the importance of court outcomes in validating the investigation.
To Catch a King: 4. The French Escort
Q: How did you get into the smuggling trade?
The respondent explains a path from Iraq to Calais, using English skills and networks to work as a facilitator, and describes the limited earnings for low-level smugglers compared with the risk and coercion involved.
To Catch a Scorpion: 3. Satisfaction Guaranteed
Q: What kind of money are we talking about for a guaranteed truck?
They're classed as VIPs because they're paying 16,000 each for a guaranteed truck to the UK.

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

Investigative, long-form storytelling that follows complex, high-stakes cases at the intersection of journalism, national security, and geopolitics. Episodes mix on-the-ground reporting, personal narratives of families and victims, and a rigorous look at official accounts, court proceedings, and source networks. Notable is the show's ability to thread intimate human stakes with broad systemic questions, often featuring researchers, legal advocates, former investigators, and journalists who challenge or illuminate established narratives. This blend of meticulous documentary prose and high-profile investigations likely appeals to listeners who enjoy investigative journalism, global politics, and true-crime storytelling with a strong emphasis ... more

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4. I’m Not a Monster Presents… Where is Austin Tice?
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Recent guests on Intrigue include:

1. Debra Tice
2. Sara Obedat
3. Caitlin Strada
4. Jody Westbrook Flowers
5. Jodi Westbrook Flowers
6. Ron Motley
7. Omar al-Bayoumi
8. Danny Gonzalez

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