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World of Secrets

BBC
TB Joshua
Nigeria
Faith Healing
Religious Manipulation
South Africa
Lagos
Synagogue Church Of All Nations
Psychological Manipulation
Nigerian Prophet
Trauma
Apartheid
Sexual Abuse
Abercrombie & Fitch
Sexual Exploitation
Homosexuality
Prayer Mountain
Faith
East London
Louis Van Schoor
BBC Africa Eye

Global investigations from the BBC. Uncovering gripping stories from around the world and telling them episode by episode. Delve into a World of Secrets.

Latest season:

Somewhere in America, a twelve year old girl is being abused in her own home - photographs of it are being shared to a vast community of child abusers on the ‘dark web’ — an encrypted corner of the internet where users are untrac... more

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Pete and Greg have learnt about a paedophile calling himself “Twinkle”, who runs a website dedicated to sharing images of very young children. At first, they have no idea who he is or where he could be, but slowly Twinkle gives himself away. Working ... more

After they rescue Lucy, Greg and Pete discover the dark web community is even bigger than they thought. There are hundreds of websites each sharing different images of different kinds of child sexual abuse. Overwhelmed by what they have found online ... more

US Special Agents Greg and Pete are desperate. Somewhere in America a twelve year old girl, who they have called Lucy, is being sexually abused. Her abuser has been sharing images of his abuse for six years on the dark web. They have to find her - an... more

US Special Agents Greg and Pete are desperate. Somewhere in America a twelve year old girl, who they have called Lucy, is being sexually abused. Her abuser has been sharing images of his abuse for six years on the dark web. They have to find her - an... more

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Greg Squire
US Special Agent
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Episode: The Darkest Web: 4. Undercover
Pete Manning
US Special Agent
U.S. law enforcement
Episode: The Darkest Web: 4. Undercover
Shulamit Sugal Zlotzki
Director and owner of Turbo Digital
Turbo Digital
Episode: The Child Cancer Scam: 5. The agency
Eyal Globus
Israeli lawyer and former head of the Israeli Authority
Israeli Corporations Authority
Episode: The Child Cancer Scam: 5. The agency
Chris Wong
Former FBI agent dedicated to tracking North Korean hackers
Episode: Bonus: The Lazarus Heist special
Chetan Mehta
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Goldie Brar
Gang member connected to the murder of Sidhu Moose Wala
Episode: The Killing Call: 5. The last ride
Gurmeet Chauhan
Police officer involved in the Sidhu Moose Wala murder investigation
Episode: The Killing Call: 5. The last ride
Japindajit Singh
Veteran crime reporter who has covered Sidhu's murder
Episode: The Killing Call: 5. The last ride

Hosts

Sam Piranty
Host of World of Secrets and BBC World Service journalist with rare access to investigations.
Simi Jell-O Ocean
Investigator and host involved in BBC World Service investigations.
Runako Celina
Presenter and host heading World of Secrets investigations.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 4.1k ratings
  • Incredible!!

    A harrowing listen but a must podcast, a have to listen to. Definitely 5 star podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rose-Martin
    United Kingdom13 days ago
  • Top notch

    Another great season from World of Secrets.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    karykush63
    United States17 days ago
  • Incredible podcast

    It’s harrowing content but the bravery of the survivors and the tenacity of the investigators is so powerful. Difficult but important listening. My heart goes out to the children abused by these men - they deserved so much better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Charlotte - London
    United Kingdom18 days ago
  • Sharp, Gripping, and Smart

    “World of Secrets” is a fantastic example of investigative journalism done well. Thoughtful, good-paced, and genuinely engaging, it proves that strong storytelling can elevate facts without distorting them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Absentfish
    Israel25 days ago
  • Unbelievable

    So interesting and can’t wait for more episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A&HAB
    United Kingdoma month ago

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Powerful, sometimes harrowing, coverage that elicits strong emotions and calls for justice
Gripping investigative storytelling with strong survivor voices
High-impact journalism, though some listeners find pacing uneven at times

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The Child Cancer Scam: 3. The recruiters
Q: What did Isabel feel when she ultimately found out the fundraising campaigns did not help the families?
She expressed pain and regret after realizing the seriousness of the situation and the betrayal of trust.
The Child Cancer Scam: 3. The recruiters
Q: What made you involve yourself in this situation with the children?
Isabel mentions she accepted a good salary to help the children, but did not realize the implications of her actions.
The Killing Call: 5. The last ride
Q: What was the killing about?
Goldie Brar states it was about power and fear, asserting their need to exert dominance in the criminal world.
The Killing Call: 5. The last ride
Q: Does Goldie Brar have any remorse for what he's done?
Goldie Brar has no remorse for his actions, viewing them as necessary for his 'brotherhood'.
The Killing Call: 5. The last ride
Q: Who ordered the killing of Sidhu Moose Wala?
Goldie Brar implies that Sidhu was killed due to his associations and actions against their gang's interests.

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Frequently Asked Questions About World of Secrets

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

Investigative storytelling with a global crime focus that spans dark-web child exploitation, charity fundraising fraud, and trafficking, anchored by frontline law enforcement and survivor perspectives. Episodes frequently center on painstaking undercover work, cross-border collaboration, and the ethical costs of pursuing justice, often weaving in real survivor voices and expert analysis to illuminate systemic failures and the human impact behind sensational headlines. A notable hallmark is the balance between procedural detail and poignant storytelling, which can be both gripping and sobering for listeners seeking accountability and practical takeaways for policy, nonprofits, and journalism.

What stands out is the show's willingness to tac... more

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1. Greg Squire
2. Pete Manning
3. Shulamit Sugal Zlotzki
4. Eyal Globus
5. Chris Wong
6. Chetan Mehta
7. Goldie Brar
8. Gurmeet Chauhan

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