Foundling | Tortoise Investigates
The ObserverOn 6th October 1987, a newborn baby is found on the verge of a remote country lane in Suffolk. Police comb the area for clues and appeal for witnesses, but the mother is never found. The baby, Jess, is adopted. Journalist Lucy Greenwell has never forgotten the day when Jess was discovered. She was a child and lived nearby. For decades Lucy has wondered; what happened to Jess, and what could have d... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 124 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureTrue CrimeDocumentary | |||
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On 6th October 1987, a newborn baby is found on the verge of a remote country lane in Suffolk. Police comb the area for clues and appeal for witnesses, but the mother is never found. The baby, Jess, is adopted. Journalist Lucy Greenwell has never for... more
The Salt Path was the supposed bestseller debut book by Raynor Winn, selling millions worldwide. So when two more sequels came along with increasingly bold claims on reversing a terminal illness, why did the publisher Penguin not question it more? Ch... more
If you’re enjoying the series but have burning questions that are still unanswered, then join our conversation on Tuesday 17th February. You can put your questions directly to Chloe Hadjimatheou, plus hear behind-the-scenes and find out what’s happen... more
At a motorway service station, Chloe meets someone close to Raynor Winn who’s nervous about coming forward. It turns out she’s another character from The Salt Path…and she’s Raynor Winn’s niece. And she’s not turned up empty handed…
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- The Walkers: The real Salt Path
Well paced and the amount of facts, details and people interviewed to deliver this high quality podcast is impressive. Thanks for supporting victims of this couple by shedding light on their true nature/character.
Apple Podcasts5KJRMelbourneAuatralia
Australia14 days ago - Excellent series
I’m impressed with the depth of research that went into making this series. I’ve got to say that there’s a couple of very strange reviews here with a political slant.
FYI it’s impossible to be both a *lefty* and a *fascist*.
Apple Podcasts5SCCecilia
United Kingdom15 days ago - The Walkers: The real Salt Path
Such a fantastic podcast! I never thought to question the sincerity of Rayner Winns story but this podcast is so well done and has significant breakthroughs. Thank you for a wonderful podcast, I was totally engaged from the first moment.
Apple Podcasts5Steph digs this appAustralia17 days ago - the walkers
oh man. and the tone in her books! what a nasty piece of work.
Apple Podcasts5elisego
Canada17 days ago - The real Salt Path review
Interesting and well investigated story. Ultimately Raynor Winn seems like a successful thief and liar, stealing for her own Mother and parents-in-law, and seemingly feeling no remorse! She’s so good at her ‘woe is me’ narrative when it appears she is the biggest cause of her misfortune.
I do think the podcast was a bit long - probably could have skimmed the time down a little, but listening to it with some time in between each episode and not binging it helps.
There are some suspicious revi... more
Apple Podcasts5Seesaw91United Kingdom23 days ago
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Apple Podcasts | #24 |  United States/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #134 | United States/Society & Culture |
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What is Foundling about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This podcast intricately examines the story behind Raynor Winn's bestselling memoir 'The Salt Path', which captivated audiences with its themes of struggle, healing, and nature. The investigation, led by reporter Chloe Hadjimatheou, questions the authenticity of Winn's narrative, exploring the discrepancies and hidden narratives that undermine the romanticized tale of resilience presented in the memoir. As revelations unfold regarding financial deceit and complex family dynamics, the podcast challenges listeners to discern truth from embellishment, deepening the conversation on the responsibilities of authors and the truthfulness in memoir writing. With a mix of emotional family testimonies and poignant storytelling, it addresses significan... more
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Recent guests on Foundling include:
1. Warren Evans
2. Jonathan Dutton
3. David Parsons
4. Vitomir Maričić
5. Talia Davidoff
6. Kathleen Folbigg
7. Karola Vinuesa
8. Helena Kennedy
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