Problems at the UK’s biggest water company have raised questions for the whole industry. What brought Thames Water to the brink of collapse? For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free Tortoise audio app. For early and ad-free access, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different kind of newsroom, do consider donating to Tortoise at tortoisemedia.com/support-us . Your contr...
Jul 06, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 633
Three members of the Marylebone Cricket Club have been suspended after an altercation with the Australian team. It happened after a controversy over a wicket during the second Ashes Test between England and Australia. What happened and why were the fans so angry? For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free Tortoise audio app. For early and ad-free access, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. If you’d like to further support slow journalism an...
Jul 05, 2023•6 min•Season 1Ep. 632
The killing of a teenager by police has sparked riots across France. Why did it cause so much unrest? For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free Tortoise audio app. For early and ad-free access, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different kind of newsroom, do consider donating to Tortoise at tortoisemedia.com/support-us. Your contributions allow us to investigate, campai...
Jul 04, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 631
The US has approved the sale of lab-grown chicken to consumers. As global meat consumption keeps rising, is this a kinder and more sustainable way to be a carnivore? For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free Tortoise audio app. For early and ad-free access, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different kind of newsroom, do consider donating to Tortoise at tortoisemedia.co...
Jul 03, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 630
A 2021 recording of Donald Trump discussing what he called a “highly confidential” document reveals why he's in so much trouble over his handling of sensitive government papers. To listen to our new series, search for "Into the Dirt" or follow this link: https://podfollow.com/into-the-dirt For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free Tortoise audio app. For early and ad-free access, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. If you’d like to further...
Jun 30, 2023•5 min•Season 1Ep. 629
The Belarusian president has been hailed as a hero by some Russians after brokering a deal that ended a rebellion by the Wagner mercenary group. What is his relationship with Vladimir Putin? To listen to our new series, search for "Into the Dirt" or click here . For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free Tortoise audio app. For early and ad-free access, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and...
Jun 29, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 628
Rising interest rates mean people with mortgages are facing a financial squeeze, but why are rents also rising? To listen to our new series, search for "Into the Dirt" or click here . For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free Tortoise audio app. For early and ad-free access, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different kind of newsroom, do consider donating to Tortoise a...
Jun 28, 2023•6 min•Season 1Ep. 627
The rebellion by Wagner mercenaries lasted little more than than 24 hours but it could still have far reaching consequences for Russia and its war in Ukraine. For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free Tortoise audio app. For early and ad-free access, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different kind of newsroom, do consider donating to Tortoise at tortoisemedia.com/suppo...
Jun 27, 2023•6 min•Season 1Ep. 626
One of the banks that helped protect the paedophile financier has settled a lawsuit brought by a survivor of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse. For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free Tortoise audio app . For early and ad-free access, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different kind of newsroom, do consider donating to Tortoise at tortoisemedia.com/support-us . Your contributio...
Jun 26, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 625
Manchester’s Parklife festival didn't have on-site drug testing this year. It says the Home Office effectively blocked it, but the government says its policy hasn’t changed. What’s going on? For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free Tortoise audio app . For early and ad-free access, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different kind of newsroom, do consider donating to To...
Jun 23, 2023•6 min•Season 1Ep. 624
It has been revealed that Western allies were warned about a Ukrainian plot months before three explosions caused leaks in the Nord Stream gas pipelines. Will we ever know who did it? For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free Tortoise audio app . For early and ad-free access, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different kind of newsroom, do consider donating to Tortoise ...
Jun 22, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 623
Hundreds are still missing a week after a boat carrying migrants capsized off the coast of Greece. For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free Tortoise audio app . For early and ad-free access, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different kind of newsroom, do consider donating to Tortoise at tortoisemedia.com/support-us . Your contributions allow us to investigate, campaig...
Jun 21, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 622
From his honours list to attacking the committee of MPs that concluded he lied to the Commons over Partygate. What damage has he done to his party and Britain’s institutions? For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free Tortoise audio app . For early and ad-free access, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different kind of newsroom, do consider donating to Tortoise at tortoi...
Jun 20, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 621
Mining the ocean floor for rare minerals could help the world shift away from fossil fuels. But conservationists fear the consequences for a fragile ecosystem. For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free Tortoise audio app . For early and ad-free access, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different kind of newsroom, do consider donating to Tortoise at tortoisemedia.com/sup...
Jun 19, 2023•6 min•Season 1Ep. 620
Crispin Odey, one of Britain’s richest men and a powerful political donor, has been accused of sexual misconduct by thirteen women. For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free Tortoise audio app . For early and ad-free access, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different kind of newsroom, do consider donating to Tortoise at tortoisemedia.com/support-us . Your contributions...
Jun 16, 2023•8 min
The first black man to lead the world’s biggest fashion magazine is standing down as the editor of British Vogue . What does this tell us about the magazine industry? For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free Tortoise audio app . For early and ad-free access, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different kind of newsroom, do consider donating to Tortoise at tortoisemedia....
Jun 15, 2023•6 min•Season 1Ep. 618
An intense battle in professional golf came to an abrupt end after it was announced LIV Golf and the PGA Tour would merge. What does it tell us about the future of sport? For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free Tortoise audio app . For early and ad-free access, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different kind of newsroom, do consider donating to Tortoise at tortoiseme...
Jun 14, 2023•6 min•Season 1Ep. 617
Scotland’s former first minister has been questioned by police as part of a major investigation into SNP finances. What does this mean for the party? For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free Tortoise audio app . For early and ad-free access, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different kind of newsroom, do consider donating to Tortoise at tortoisemedia.com/support-us . ...
Jun 13, 2023•6 min•Season 1Ep. 616
After repeated calls to set up an inquiry into its response to Covid the government eventually appointed a judge called Baroness Heather Hallett to lead one. Why is it now taking its own inquiry to court? For the premium Tortoise listening experience, curated by our journalists, download the free Tortoise audio app . For early and ad-free access, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different kind of newsroom, do consider ...
Jun 12, 2023•6 min•Season 1Ep. 615
After the controversy around changes made to Roald Dahl’s stories, Tortoise speaks to author Frank Cottrell-Boyce about whether children’s books are taken seriously enough. Tortoise is a newsroom devoted to slow journalism. For early access and ad-free listening subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts or join Tortoise for £60 a year. As a member you’ll also get our newsletters and tickets to live events. Just go to tortoisemedia.com/slowdown. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and...
Jun 09, 2023•8 min
An explosion at a vast Ukrainian dam that sent flood water cascading into neighbourhoods on either side of the Dnipro river has caused international outrage. What does it tell us about the next stage of the war? Tortoise is a newsroom devoted to slow journalism. For early access and ad-free listening subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts or join Tortoise for £60 a year. As a member you’ll also get our newsletters and tickets to live events. Just go to tortoisemedia.com/slowdown. If you’d like...
Jun 08, 2023•5 min•Season 1Ep. 613
Ben Roberts-Smith, Australia’s most-decorated living soldier, has lost a defamation case against three newspapers who reported claims that he had murdered unarmed prisoners and civilians while serving in Afghanistan. The judge said the allegations that he was actually a war criminal, a liar and a bully were "substantially true". Tortoise is a newsroom devoted to slow journalism. For early access and ad-free listening subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts or join Tortoise for £60 a year. As a ...
Jun 07, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 612
One of the world’s biggest sports stars has used the French Open to deliver a political message about an international crisis. What did Novak Djokovic write and why is it so controversial? Tortoise is a newsroom devoted to slow journalism. For early access and ad-free listening subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts or join Tortoise for £60 a year. As a member you’ll also get our newsletters and tickets to live events. Just go to tortoisemedia.com/slowdown. If you’d like to further support slo...
Jun 06, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 611
Uganda’s president has approved a new anti-gay law, which is among the harshest in the world. What does it mean for LGBT+ people in the country? Tortoise is a newsroom devoted to slow journalism. For early access and ad-free listening subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts or join Tortoise for £60 a year. As a member you’ll also get our newsletters and tickets to live events. Just go to tortoisemedia.com/slowdown. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different k...
Jun 05, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 610
Continuing violence in Sudan has made it difficult for aid agencies to get help into the country. What's daily life now like for people still in Sudan? Tortoise is a newsroom devoted to slow journalism. For early access and ad-free listening subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts or join Tortoise for £60 a year. As a member you’ll also get our newsletters and tickets to live events. Just go to tortoisemedia.com/slowdown. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a diff...
Jun 02, 2023•6 min•Season 1Ep. 609
Within three months, the Met Police will stop attending all but the most serious mental health calls. Will it put vulnerable people in danger? Tortoise is a newsroom devoted to slow journalism. For early access and ad-free listening subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts or join Tortoise for £60 a year. As a member you’ll also get our newsletters and tickets to live events. Just go to tortoisemedia.com/slowdown. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different kin...
Jun 01, 2023•5 min•Season 1Ep. 608
The illegal narcotics business shaping diplomacy in the Middle East. Tortoise is a newsroom devoted to slow journalism. For early access and ad-free listening subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts or join Tortoise for £60 a year. As a member you’ll also get our newsletters and tickets to live events. Just go to tortoisemedia.com/slowdown. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different kind of newsroom, do consider donating to Tortoise at tortoisemedia.com/suppo...
May 31, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 607
Thanks in part to the work of campaigners such as Jason Evans, an independent public inquiry has exposed one of the biggest scandals in the history of the NHS. Tortoise is a newsroom devoted to slow journalism. For early access and ad-free listening subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts or join Tortoise for £60 a year. As a member you’ll also get our newsletters and tickets to live events. Just go to tortoisemedia.com/slowdown. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us buil...
May 30, 2023•8 min•Season 1Ep. 606
New figures show net migration is higher than ever. Who is coming to Britain and what can the government do to bring the number down? Tortoise is a newsroom devoted to slow journalism. For early access and ad-free listening subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts or join Tortoise for £60 a year. As a member you’ll also get our newsletters and tickets to live events. Just go to tortoisemedia.com/slowdown. If you’d like to further support slow journalism and help us build a different kind of news...
May 26, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 605
Six years after the Grenfell tower fire, tens of thousands of people are still stuck living in unsafe buildings. Residents joined together to create the End Our Cladding Scandal group; they have spent years campaigning to improve building safety. They have just been nominated for a Sheila McKechnie Foundation National Campaigner Award. Tortoise is a newsroom devoted to slow journalism. For early access and ad-free listening subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts or join Tortoise for £60 a year...
May 25, 2023•8 min•Season 1Ep. 604
