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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 442 ratings
“After a single recommendation to listen to a tortoise podcast, I’m now finding myself going through their entire catalogue. Greatly produced and researched and a fantastic alternative to binge over a tv show”
Gamer4571 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/09/24
Love it - listened to it twice
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“I listened once, then read the Brabazon book, then listened again. Really interesting to think about the characters who choose to go to war zones, and the ethics of journalism.”
emilyldn via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/02/24
Searching for the truth
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“I have listened to a lot of investigative podcasts. This one sits differently. This reporting pushes to come as close to the truth as possible. Excellent and raw reporting.”
ReneeRaleighNC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/28/24
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