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Untold: Toxic Legacy

Financial Times
Mental Health
Lead Poisoning
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European Parliament
Public Health
Meditation
Goenka Meditation Retreats
Corruption
Suicide
Financial Times
Vipassana
Psychosis
Human Rights
Eva Kaili
Children's Health
Stephen's Daughters
Mental Health Consequences
Goenka Organization
Animal Health
Environmental Pollution

The Financial Times’ Laura Hughes has uncovered a lead poisoning epidemic across the UK. Lead is leaching into the environment and lurking in our homes - but most people don’t know they’ve been exposed until they get sick. In this series, Laura hears the victims’ stories and finds a government that has failed to protect public health. After years of investigating, she has discovered that even offi... more

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Recent Guests

Aubrey DeGray
A prominent researcher in the field of aging biology
Longevity Escape Velocity Foundation
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Tim Pye
Co-founder of the LEAP Alliance and lead exposure prevention advocate
LEAP Alliance
Episode: Toxic Legacy, Ep. 2: Painted Over
Dr. Andrea Sartorius
Ecotoxicologist at the University of Nottingham studying lead mines.
University of Nottingham
Episode: Toxic Legacy, Ep. 1: Silent Danger
Eva Kaili
A former Greek Member of European Parliament and vice president accused in the Catargate scandal
European Parliament
Episode: Power for Sale, Ep. 1: 'Bags full of money'
Graham Baldwin
Director of Catalyst, a charity that helps those affected by abusive relationships and groups.
Catalyst
Episode: The Retreat, Ep. 1: Dear Madison

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Laura Hughes
Laura Hughes is an investigative journalist with a focus on public health issues, particularly those relating to environmental health and government accountability. Her work aims to illuminate hidden crises and advocate for the well-being of vulnerable populations.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 954 ratings
  • The Retreat review

    Let me guess the title for the next series:

    Untold: The Marathon.

    An interview with blind and fat people, and how ultramarathons ruined their joints and health.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Conan theBarbarian
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Excellent series

    I think this is an excellent series so far for raising the issue of lead poisoning in the UK with some truly scary stories. I am wondering if there are more episodes to come because I feel there is unfinished business with this topic.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kevin in sheffield
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • So important and thank you but why not name the offending tap?

    The lead story is such an important one so thank you for digging into it. However, why not name the tap that Lucy wanted everybody to know about?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gj_h
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • It’s fab

    Raising up an issue that matters. Bravo

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JuannDe
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Great investigative content

    Podcast Addict
    5
    kokella
    2 months ago

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Overall, the podcast has sparked thoughtful discussions about public health and the responsibilities of government.
Listeners find the series to be deeply impactful and enlightening about an often overlooked epidemic.
Many have expressed appreciation for the host's engaging narrative style and the importance of the subject matter.
Critics suggest that some episodes could present a more balanced view of the issues discussed.
The podcast has been commended for its thorough investigative approach and emotional storytelling.

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#250
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#94
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#169
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#217
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#229
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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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Investigating a hidden public health crisis, the series reveals a pervasive epidemic of lead poisoning in the UK, exploring how lead contamination is silently infiltrating homes and communities. Laura Hughes conducts in-depth interviews with victims, healthcare professionals, and activists, portraying personal narratives that highlight the devastating impact of lead exposure. The discussions also scrutinize government accountability, illuminating systemic failures in public health protections and raising awareness about a largely ignored issue that threatens children and families alike. The narrative style combines elements of investigative journalism with personal storytelling, making the updates not only informative but also deeply impact... more

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