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Global investigations from the BBC. Gripping stories from around the world – delve into a World of Secrets. Catching My Teacher. They were taught to obey. But they learnt to resist. When students from a network of boarding schools in Indonesia hear about a dark secret at the heart of a national institution, they set out to find the truth — not knowing what it will cost them. This is a story about friendship, love and who you can trust. Also, previously on World of Secrets: Searching for Soldier Dad. DNA detectives track down the British soldiers who fathered children in Kenya then disappeared. Al Fayed Predator at Harrods. Women accuse Mohamed Al Fayed of rape. And The Abercrombie Guys. Investigating sexual exploitation claims against the former CEO of fashion giant Abercrombie & Fitch.
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- 3 days ago3 min
Catching My Teacher: Trailer
They were taught to obey. But they learnt to resist, turning detective. Students from a network of Islamic boarding schools in Indonesia hear about a dark secret at the heart of the powerful institution that shaped their lives. They set out to seek the truth - at every step, they’re secretly recording. It’s a story about friendship, love and who you can trust.Catching My Teacher is a BBC Eye investigation for the BBC World Service.
- 2 weeks ago20 min
The Abercrombie Guys: 12. Mike Jeffries to stand trial
Updating you on Mike Jeffries' time in a prison hospital and the latest legal developments. What has been revealed in court, and when is the trial scheduled to take place?Host Rianna Croxford is joined by Business Insider’s Laura Italiano to dig into the details of Mike Jeffries’ time in a federal medical facility in North Carolina, the subsequent court hearings, and why it has taken nearly three years for a trial to be scheduled. What’s next for Mike Jeffries, Matthew Smith and Jim Jacobson as they remain under house arrest? World of Secrets: The Abercrombie Guys investigated sexual exploitation claims against the former CEO of fashion giant Abercrombie and Fitch.This episode contains strong language.Presenter: Rianna Croxford Producer: Ruth Evans Editor: Ed Campbell and Richard Fenton-Smith
- Aug 6, 202623 min
Searching for Soldier Dad: 6. Update
What’s been happening in our investigation since the last episode? Tristan Redman talks to season host Ivana Davidovic and lawyer James Netto for the latest on Cathy, Peter and Yvonne, the Kenyans who are seeking relationships with their army dads. We also hear about the response from listeners to the series. Searching for Soldier Dad follows DNA detectives as they track down the British soldiers who fathered children in Kenya then disappeared. With access to every stage of this cutting-edge process, we followed a team of lawyers and a leading geneticist as they travelled to Kenya to help locate the British soldiers who fathered children then vanished, witnessing the groundbreaking legal and scientific detective work used to find the missing dads. Please note, the image being used is for illustrative purposes only and the child depicted is a model.
- May 18, 202642 min
Searching for Soldier Dad: 5. Answers
Cathy and Peter are now speaking with their dads. But are the new relationships all they hoped for? Lawyer James Netto has a “day in court like no other” when a father makes a shock appearance. And we travel to a barracks in the South of England to ask pressing questions of the British Army. Please note, the image being used is for illustrative purposes only and the child depicted is a model. World of Secrets will be back soon with gripping new investigations. Presenter: Ivana Davidovic Series producer: Josephine Casserly Sound design: Tom Brignell Executive producer: Matt Willis Commissioning senior producers: Katy Davis and Anne Dixey Commissioning editor: Jon Manel
- May 11, 202630 min
Searching for Soldier Dad: 4. The dads
Lawyer James has an extraordinary breakthrough for teenage orphan Yvonne. Could her father be alive? Meanwhile, it’s time for the big day in court. Can the legal team convince the judge to confirm Cathy and Peter’s fathers? Searching for Soldier Dad is a BBC Long Form Audio production for the BBC World Service. Please note, the image being used is for illustrative purposes only and the child depicted is a model. Presenter: Ivana Davidovic Series producer: Josephine Casserly Sound design: Tom Brignell Executive producer: Matt Willis Commissioning senior producers: Katy Davis and Anne Dixey Commissioning editor: Jon Manel
- May 4, 202637 min
Searching for Soldier Dad: 3. Ghosts
Cathy and Peter confront their demons. Their searches for their fathers take them to dark and desperate places. And back in London, it’s time to reveal the results of the DNA analysis, with life-changing consequences. This episode contains references to suicide and self-harm, which some listeners may find upsetting. If you are suffering distress or despair and need support, you could speak to a health professional, or an organisation that offers support. Details of help available in many countries can be found at Befrienders Worldwide. www.befrienders.org Searching for Soldier Dad is a BBC Long Form Audio production for the BBC World Service. Please note, the image being used is for illustrative purposes only and the child depicted is a model. Presenter: Ivana Davidovic Series producer: Josephine Casserly Sound design: Tom Brignell Executive producer: Matt Willis Commissioning senior producers: Katy Davis and Anne Dixey Commissioning editor: Jon Manel
- Apr 27, 202634 min
Searching for Soldier Dad: 2. Eureka
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 dad died when she was a baby. She hopes to find relatives in the UK. But could she get much more? Searching for Soldier Dad is a BBC Long Form Audio production for the BBC World Service. Please note, the image being used is for illustrative purposes only and the child depicted is a model.Presenter: Ivana Davidovic Series producer: Josephine Casserly Sound design: Tom Brignell Executive producer: Matt Willis Commissioning senior producers: Katy Davis and Anne Dixey Commissioning editor: Jon Manel
- Apr 20, 202634 min
Searching for Soldier Dad: 1. Love story
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, Maggie hopes they can help her finally learn the truth. Searching for Soldier Dad is a BBC Long Form Audio production for the BBC World Service. Please note, the image being used is for illustrative purposes only and the child depicted is a model. Presenter: Ivana Davidovic Series producer: Josephine Casserly Sound design: Tom Brignell Executive producer: Matt Willis Commissioning senior producers: Katy Davis and Anne Dixey Commissioning editor: Jon Manel
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Global investigations from the BBC. Gripping stories from around the world – delve into a World of Secrets. Catching My Teacher. They were taught to obey. But they learnt to resist. When students from a network of boarding schools in Indonesia hear about a dark secret at the heart of a national institution, they set out to find the truth — not knowing what it will cost them. This is a story about friendship, love and who you can trust. Also, previously on World of Secrets: Searching for Soldier Dad. DNA detectives track down the British soldiers who fathered children in Kenya then disappeared. Al Fayed Predator at Harrods. Women accuse Mohamed Al Fayed of rape. And The Abercrombie Guys. Investigating sexual exploitation claims against the former CEO of fashion giant Abercrombie & Fitch.
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