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Tortoise Media
Pig Iron
Christopher Allen was trying to make it as a war reporter when, aged just 26, he was shot and killed on the frontline in South Sudan. But as news of his death began to spread, suspicion grew. Some claimed he was really there as a mercenary, a fighter. Others said he was a reckless freelancer, in over his head. And there was another question: was he killed on purpose, or was this another accident of war? From Tortoise and the team behind Sweet Bobby, Pig Iron is a dark adventure in war and journalism – and into what really happened to Christopher Allen. Listen to the full...
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4.6 stars from 468 ratings
“A fascinating, hugely moving, intelligent tribute to - and exploration of - a tragic event and an amazing life.”
Holbornumbrella via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/13/24
Virtual page turner
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“Wow, what an amazing tale! I remember hearing vaguely about him many years ago, but didn’t know the full story. Basia rocks as the reporter and narrator. She expertly narrates the story. I was surprised that her primary job was a correspondent, not because the story is bad (it’s not) but because...”Read full review »
SlimShady94501 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/09/24
Love it!
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“I have to tell you staff members at tortoise that I love your podcast. They are so well done with a combination of facts, opinions, and contributions from experts. I love Basha Cummings’s voice. I I feel that you incorporate so many meaningful things. I was just listening to episode five where...”Read full review »
Hddbdhdbjdbfdbdhf via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/21/24
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