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Bonus: World of Secrets live

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Hear from the journalists and whistleblowers behind the World of Secrets investigation, The Disciples, which tells the story of the cult of Nigerian prophet TB Joshua. Presenters Charlie Northcott and Yemisi Adegoke, producer Rob Byrne and whistleblowers Rae and Ajoke explain how the investigation came about. Plus, the presenter of season one of World of Secrets, Rianna Croxford, reveals how she investigated allegations of sexual exploitation made against the former CEO of fashion giant Abercrombie and Fitch.
Hosted by Hannah Ajala, presenter of the Love, Janessa podcast, and recorded in front of an audience in London.***This episode contains references to sexual, physical and psychological abuse***If you have been affected by any of the issues in this podcast, please contact support organisations in your own country. For a list of organisations in the UK that can provide support for survivors of sexual abuse, go to bbc.co.uk/actionline.If you are suffering distress and need support, details of help available in many countries can be found at Befrienders Worldwide: befrienders.org.
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