The Renowned Actor Bill Nighy Takes on the Role of the Agony Uncle You Didn't Realize Was Essential
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Bill Nighy's Ill-Advised
Bill Nighy steps into the shoes of the unexpected advisor you never knew you needed as he answers queries from the audience in his latest program. It’s a laconic delight to hear his relaxed advice on topics ranging from applying lipstick to decluttering a record collection. Insights are shared – even with his humble disclaimers.
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First Conviction
Limerick native Ruth Negga narrates this podcast about a couple convicted of performing FGM on their young daughter. Subsequently, they were acquitted but there are ongoing proceedings linked to the case. This sensitive investigation reveals extensive, tragic failings by the authorities.
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Fela Kuti: Fear No Man
It’s hard not to be wowed by the line-up of people paying homage one of the greatest African musicians ever in this program detailing his influence. Names like Ayo Edebiri, Barack Obama, Paul McCartney, Jay-Z, Flea … the wildly enthusiastic tributes mount up. Until you’re wrongfooted by a gripping narrative about his pianist's parent being killed due to his convictions – and how Kuti courageously supported his family. It’s a fascinating, passionate biography.
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Familiar Evil
Think Cyndi Lauper, 80s fashion and, well … Satan! This podcast presented by Sarah Marshall carefully toes the line between fun and historical account, as it examines how satanic panic shaped the 80s zeitgeist. Marshall explores the individuals and items that helped it to snowball in that era and after, among them a disputed autobiography.
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Hell in Heaven
An affluent, youthful American pair relocate to Costa Rica to establish a wildlife sanctuary and their ideal house. “One of them will end up dead and the other tried for murder – three times,” says reporter Becky Milligan, opening a gobsmacking series about the real story of what befell Jon and Ann Bender in 2010 after they’d set out to make a paradise.
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