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Untold: Power for Sale

Financial Times
Mental Health
Qatar
European Parliament
Meditation
Goenka Meditation Retreats
Corruption
Suicide
Financial Times
Vipassana
Psychosis
Eva Kaili
Human Rights
Stephen's Daughters
Mental Health Consequences
Goenka Organization
Retreats
Meditation Cults
Goenka Retreats
Intensive Meditation
Catargate

In December 2022, offices at the European parliament were raided and lawmakers and their relatives were arrested. They were accused of being part of a corruption ring that was taking bribes from Qatar. Never before had there been anything like this at the parliament. But within four months, all the suspects were released, and the case is still pending. Why were members of parliament accused of tak... more

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Eva Kaili
A former Greek Member of European Parliament and vice president accused in the Catargate scandal
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Episode: Power for Sale, Ep. 1: 'Bags full of money'
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Valentina Pop
Host and investigative journalist, known for her in-depth reporting on political scandals and corruption cases, including her role in uncovering the implications of foreign influence in European governance.
Madison Marriage
Host and reporter, engaged in investigative journalism with a focus on political and societal issues, contributing expertise on topics related to governance and corruption.

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3.9 out of 5 stars from 911 ratings
  • Good host but silly premise

    I’ve been a meditator for 40

    Years. My first retreat was at 18 years old at a goenka centre. It is always made clear that these are run by volunteers, not mental health professionals and you sign a waiver with regard to your mental health. I’ve found that to be true at all the other vipassana and meditation centres of all hues… you are responsible

    For yourself.thus, there isn’t really a story here. Some people found it mentally challenging and expected more support than they got.

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    bruckst
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Listened to two episodes so far .

    I have been to three Vipassana retreats. I make sure to get a good night sleep and however i have to accomplish that I will do that, from taking melontonin , to bendryl. To me it is a long flight of the soul. I have healed from break ups, and accepted huge changes in my life through the help of these retreats. I am also grateful cause I normally wouldnt be able to afford it, if there was a price tag, I wouldn’t have been able to have such good transformations in my life.

    Now the setbacks:

    I h... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sol_m
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good coverage of power for sale

    Good coverage about the ‘QatarGate’. Looking forward to when you will cover the Israeli genocide and the powers that be receiving money from Aipac and the likes and enabling genocide.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Dudette_9
    United Statesa year ago
  • Investigative podcasting at its best.

    I just listened to the full series in one binge. Extraordinary story that is very well told. It gives the listener a place on the FT’s investigative team as it explores the monumental shortcomings of the European Parliament’s safeguards against corruption - and how MEPs take advantage of that lacuna. Love the narrative voice of Rosie Pop.

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    nick van praag
    United Statesa year ago
  • Power for sale

    Excellent investigation. Thank you for putting light to the facts and being so upfront. Great podcast.

    Now, as a voter, how can we be efficient and vote for the right person? That a question which remains

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lnuti
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Power for Sale, Ep. 3: Belgiangate
Q: Do you think that the European Parliament has a problem with corruption?
I really trust the Parliament, and I hope that we can show to the citizens that the Parliament was not harmed.

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This series investigates the alarming revelations surrounding corruption within the European Parliament, specifically linked to alleged bribery from Qatar. Through a compelling narrative, it uncovers the intricate dynamics of powerful political figures and foreign influence during a critical time for European governance. Each episode combines investigative reporting with personal accounts, shedding light on both systemic issues and individual stories that highlight the human cost of political corruption. Unique in its blending of hard-hitting journalism and a strong narrative voice, the series poses pressing questions about accountability and the integrity of democratic institutions in Europe.

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