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World of Secrets

BBC
Bre-X
Mohamed Al Fayed
TB Joshua
Indonesia
Abercrombie & Fitch
Gold Mining
Dubai
Apartheid
Louis Van Schoor
South Africa
Harrods
Gregorian Bivolaru
Sex Trafficking
Punjab
Matthew Smith
Sidhu Moose Wala
East London
Sexual Assault
Child Cancer Scam
Monica

Global investigations from the BBC. Gripping stories from around the world – delve into a World of Secrets.

Latest season:

DNA detectives track down the British soldiers who fathered children in Kenya then disappeared. The mothers and children were left without support. We join the quest for justice.

Also, previously on World of Secrets:

The Darkest Web: Two US special agents infiltrate the da... more

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Latest Episodes

How did the hunt for an American serial killer inspire DNA detectives in Kenya?

Growing up, Kenyan lawyer Kelvin Kubai admired the British soldiers stationed in Nanyuki. Now, he is on a mission to hold them accountable.

Orphan Yvonne was told her... more

Why don’t I have a father? Cathy is 10 years old when she starts asking questions. The secret her mum Maggie is forced to reveal changes everything.

Years later, when lawyers and a geneticist turn up in their hometown in Kenya to take DNA samples, ... more

DNA detectives track down the British soldiers who fathered children in Kenya then disappeared, leaving the children and their mothers without support. With access to every stage of this cutting-edge process, we follow as a team of lawyers and a lead... more

The time has come to arrest Alisa’s brother, Staton Grubert. Thirty armed agents commando crawl up a dirt track to his trailer in Texas. Staton has no idea that his time is up. Will Alisa finally get closure?

And in a state in the South West, Greg ... more

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Greg Squire
US Special Agent
US Government, FBI/Police liaison
Episode: The Darkest Web: 5. Buried hard drives
Ricardo Vieira
Portuguese undercover agent
Portuguese Police
Episode: The Darkest Web: 5. Buried hard drives
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
Owner of Boss Khan's Arms and Ammunition Shop and gun dealer for Sidhu Moose Wala
Episode: The Killing Call: 5. The last ride
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

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 4.4k ratings
  • Shocking story but not the best narration

    I tried listening to this podcast a few times but the narrator put me off. It sounded like a mum trying to explain things to a child. Eventually i listened to the whole thing bc I found it intriguing. The podcast content/story itself was good and it has made me see Dubai in a whole different light so thank you. It Would have been good if she got an expat, a local, a police officer or a government official to talk about the illegal sex trafficking in the city.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Mrs km kmkm
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Great storytelling

    The topic is so hard to mange but this podcast did a great job. It’s worth a listen despite discomfort and how upsetting some of this is.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    eBay uzytkownik 1981
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Journalism at its best

    Scary stories about twisted people, but story telling at its best 🤩

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marta•Switzerland
    Switzerlanda month ago
  • Addictive!

    Very nicely done, great journalist, sound and narrations. Once you start listening, you can’t stop!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Twiggy&me
    Switzerlanda month ago
  • Virtual hug

    The strength of the people investigating the scum of the earth is immense. They are angels.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Henri230
    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. Ricardo Vieira
3. Pete Manning
4. Shulamit Sugal Zlotzki
5. Eyal Globus
6. Chris Wong
7. Chetan Mehta
8. Goldie Brar

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