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“Great Podcast : entertaining and informative - also a great illustration of the importance of good quality journalism for a functioning democracy.
Loved hearing the stories from individual journalists working on this story: and the descriptions of secret “bunker” rooms with pizza boxes piled...”Read full review »
Aroswch via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/20/21
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“Great podcast. Historic event told by the people who lived it. The narrator/interviewer kept my interest thru all the epidodes.”
JadeSpence via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/26/20
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“The inside story of the expenses scandal. Very well researched and produced. I have a new fond respect for The Telegraph and MP Norman Baker who shine in this otherwise grubby tale of how our MPs systematically dipped into taxpayers money for their second homes, smart TVs abs Duck houses.”
Jdommitch via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/23/20
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“Absolutely loved this series! Such a wide range of guests to share different perspectives, with a clear and focused structure.”
Stev174638 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/21/20
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“Such an important piece of political history. Well told & thanks for the memory”
OliveIam via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/27/20
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“Excellent, in depth, well paced”
Bug Humbah via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/15/20
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“Great storytelling, lots of interesting anecdotes. A subtle sense of humor, employed occasionally when needed. But overall this is a serious story about bad behavior by British politicians, and the inside story of how it was reported by The Telegraph back in 2009.”
Jack_McCoy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/21/19
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“It was fascinating to hear all the hard and complex work that went into the reporting of MPs expenses.
I never realised how complicated it was and how many late nights were worked to reveal the scandal.
The podcast is well narrated and produced and each episode ends with a mini cliff-hanger...”Read full review »
skt9999 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/27/19
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“Such an interesting ‘behind the scenes’ insight into some really great journalism which reminds me of why good journalism is essential in this era of ‘fake news’.
Kept entertaining by the unbelievable revelations of expense claims: a floating duck house! You can’t help but laugh in amazement...”Read full review »
Mum&Surveyor via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/06/19
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“Nothing more to say.”
Poetmate via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/30/19
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“Loved the expenses piece.”
Saint Q via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/22/19
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“Loved it! And the connection with modern day political chaos.”
Hanleu via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/16/19
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“Shame it wasn’t longer - great podcast series!! Well wrote / well said.”
PoliticalBee via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
06/14/19
“Absolutely stellar podcast, giving the listener a valuable insight into the expenses scandal. The production of this podcast allowed this to be both an entertaining and gripping listen. Very well-researched and should be a must-listen for everyone – 5 stars!”
Charlotte Lindesay-Bethune via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/12/19
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“Absolutely one of the most fascinating podcasts I’ve ever listened to. The stories of those involved are told so well and the entire series is gripping throughout. Highy recommenced.”
Melvyn401 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/09/19
“This show does a brilliant job of revealing all of the different elements and players that go into breaking a huge story. Not only does it give you an insight into the workings of Fleet Street but also the personal highs and lows of covering something so big and controversial. Well done The...”Read full review »
L Kets via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/06/19
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“Brilliant expose of overstaffed and overpaid corrupt politicians. Pity things have gone quiet since .Well done to the Telegraph”
natsopa via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/04/19
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“Another excellent production , the expense scandal spread across all parties, and it still rankles now”
postmandick via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/03/19
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“This is a beautifully crafted audio documentary about the expenses scandal; I'll be sad when it ends.”Read full review »
Alexxxxp via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
06/02/19
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“This has been brilliantly produced. Well-paced narrative, insightful, and excellent use of layered sound. Brings to life the drama and excitement, of reporting on the expenses scandal. A great “behind the curtain” look at how journalists do their job.”
Ash Bhardwaj via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/02/19
“Excellent and eye opening, even for someone who is politically in tune. Only issue is the way presenter sometimes cuts in over people to introduce them or talk about something else. It’s just a tad jarring. But other than that, excellent!”
Alasdair91 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/30/19
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“Never been a fan of the Telegraph but the expenses scandal expose is exceptional journalism and a reminder why we need a free and expressive press in the UK no matter your political leaning.”
Dazzerukuk via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/29/19
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“amazing slow burn style pod. Lovely production style too. Telegraph should do some more.”
EdinburghJohnson via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/29/19
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“Sharp, incisive and beautifully presented. A real insight into how journalism actually works from different perspectives. More please .....”
Helly41 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/24/19
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“Brilliant! “You can see that duck house from SPACE!!!””
Cricket McFan via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/22/19
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“This is such a great listen! An entertaining and highly informative look back at a remarkable and courageous exposé. The presenter is really engaging as well. Top marks to The Telegraph on this!”
GCoop79 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/22/19
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“As a podcast virgin I thoroughly enjoyed this. Kept me entertained for the entire series.”
Oldagegal via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/21/19
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“This is a fascinating Podcast. Brilliant presentation. Thank you.”
Keebs72 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/20/19
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“This is why we need a free press! People’s memories are so short. Why is anyone surprised that keeping the EU gravy train running is on most MPs minds.”
Planetary reviews via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/19/19
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“It’s incredible that MPs got away with it for so long - and probably still do!
This podcast is a timely reminder that the ineffective and dishonest MPs currently trying to unravel Brexit are by no means unique in their entitlement and double standards - it’s a systemic problem amongst all...”Read full review »
Jogoctopus via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/17/19
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“A fantastic insight into how this story was brought to light. Can't recommend highly enough!”Read full review »
pooryorick_ via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/15/19
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“Absolutely gripping. Cannot wait for the next episode. Really enjoyed understanding the process of such important journalistic endeavours”
Zahra Subjally via Apple Podcasts ·
Spain ·
05/15/19
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“Why can’t all the Episodes be available in one go? It’s annoying to have to wait a week for each one.”
Robgarman via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/15/19
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“Great podcast well researched and really fascinating insight into the expenses scandal.”
p2me10 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/12/19
“Difficult to believe that this lot of MPs isn’t as bad as it gets. This excellent podcast reminds us of how entitled and greedy MPs raided the public purse. It’s also a great journo war story of diligent work and steely nerves, which ultimately resulted in some MPs going to prison. Definitely...”Read full review »
Sktchy via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/11/19
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“Very interesting podcast.”
hup outta that! via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
05/10/19
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“Excellent podcast. Really well produced and hosted and a fascinating insight all the background work that went into breaking the story. And an important reminder of the insanity of MP expenses before the paper shined a light on it.”
Jim_donderevo via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/10/19
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“If journalism is the first draft of history then this kind of podcast is the second. Good example of a promising new genre (like 'Slow Burn' on Watergate) -- using the medium to tell a more rounded version of a well-known journalistic scope. I'm hooked.”Read full review »
mountstuart via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/09/19
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“I was a huge Slow Burn fan and this podcast really reminds me of that. Getting the behind the scenes view of how this major story was investigated is fascinating, and I can’t wait to hear the rest of the series.”
Louiseypees via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/09/19
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“Amazing that the Telegraph are keeping this on the agenda, am still learning so much ten years on.”
Isherwoodjones via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/09/19
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“A timely reminder of the accountability of our MPs...”
Geo485618 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/09/19
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“The inside story well presented and very interesting.”
*kc via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/09/19
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“I am lucky enough to know what’s coming down the line. An honest podcast for anybody who loves political stories that rock the core of the establishment.”
madmac100 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/08/19
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“Great listening, thumbs up”
kennedyk92 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/08/19
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“An important reminder of the scandal of ministers expenses at the time and hopefully remains a warning to those of today of the consequences of theft and misuse of public money.”
Wjm15 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/08/19
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