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Stealing Victory

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The Untold Story of the 1966 World Cup heist. The theft of the World Cup trophy in 1966 was one of the most audacious heists ever committed. The trophy depicted Nike, the Greek goddess of victory and in 1966 the England manager had promised that his team would win. It embodied the pride, hopes and dreams of a nation and was stolen just a few months before Queen Elizabeth II was due to present it to the winners at Wembley. The whole world was watching. Tom Pettifor is the Crime Editor at the ...
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The Contact book is a chat show like no other. Craig Doyle interviews sporting legends about their lives and careers. As he navigates their highs and lows, he has access to each guest’s contact book and calls up people who have lived through those experiences with them. Craig’s chats with his guests are witty, engaging and enlightening - and while he hears their versions of the stories, he also gets the real inside stories from people who know and love them best. Those with whom they grew up ...
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The Woman Who...

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“There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish." - Michelle Obama Narrated by much admired broadcaster Clara Amfo, season two of ‘The Woman Who…’ podcast celebrates the extraordinary achievements of female trailblazers from around the world. Join us as we deep dive into ten extraordinary women’s stories, lifting the lid on the events that led to their towering achievements. Hear about their struggle and setbacks, loves and losses, and how they made their paths to extraordinary succe ...
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It takes a special kind of person to be able to turn personal tragedy into purpose. But that's exactly what Kris Hallenga has done. In this episode, we explore how discovering she had incurable cancer at a young age, led Kris on a path to empowering others to check their chests and advocate for themselves in ways she was unable to.…
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We all deserve to switch on the TV and see someone who looks like us. In this episode, we tell the story of Shonda Rhimes, a woman determined to make TV shows that reflect the people watching them. Not only has Shonda worked tirelessly for representation, she conquered network television in unprecedented ways.…
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In what can often be a cold world, those who put themselves on the line to provide love and warmth to others are a real gift. In this episode, we share the story of actress and activist Jill Nalder. When the devastation of the AIDS epidemic in the 80s and 90s was unfolding around her, Jill found the compassion to care for her friends and even stran…
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Sometimes those who pave the way for others are not as well remembered as they should be, with many standing upon their shoulders without even realising it. In this episode, we explore the story of Una Marson, a woman who found herself achieving numerous 'firsts' in her career as a writer, broadcaster and activist.…
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When one door closes, another opens, often revealing even better opportunities than the first. In this episode we share the story of Isabella Springmuhl Tejada, who found her passion for fashion as a little girl, and went on to exceed the expectations of all those who doubted her.By Radio Wolfgang, an Auddy company
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When we disrupt nature, we disrupt balance, which can change ecosystems for years to come. Someone who knew just how delicate that balance could be, was Wangari Maathai. In this episode we hear about how an unassuming fig tree led to Wangari finding purpose, which would not only change her life, but the lives of many for years to come.…
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Some people do extraordinary things to get rich but few come close to Big Spender. A criminal mastermind, he grew up poor in Hong Kong and hungry for more. So, naturally, he decided to pull off the biggest crimes of their kind the world has ever seen. This is Bad Money — a new narrative series from Kindling Media and Vespucci about power, wealth an…
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From Clarice Bean to Charlie and Lola. With every character and story Lauren Child has written, she has created worlds that celebrate the experiences of childhood. In this special episode of The Woman Who, Clara Amfo is joined in the studio by Lauren to talk about her approach to writing, where her inspiration comes from, and why art and stories ar…
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Even the most uncomfortable conversations need to be faced head on. In this episode we explore how an award winning journalist and author did just that. Reni Eddo-Lodge played an integral part in making Britain confront its issues around race. Observing racial dynamics from an early age, Reni bravely puts herself on the line as she continues to shi…
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The fashion industry is in need of a shake up, and only those who think outside the box will be able to lead it into a more sustainable future. In this episode we hear the story of Tolu Coker, one of the most exciting talents taking the industry by storm. As well as drawing influence from her roots, Tolu uses her work to tell the story of people, a…
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From the age of 10 Sharmadean knew what she wanted to be when she grew up: a woman who was in charge of her own destiny. Fast forward 20 years and now as a seasoned businesswoman and founder of the wildly successful female networking platform, The Stack World, Sharmadean has not only found her calling, she’s helping thousands of women to find their…
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At the turn of the century, whilst wealthy women were preoccupied with socially acceptable pursuits such as needlework and gossip, Irish journalist Lilian Bland was busy hunting, fishing, practising jujitsu…and building her own plane. In this episode we uncover how a postcard from her uncle inspired the unconventional and fearless Lilian to constru…
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From working class primary school teacher to international fashion icon, Westwood’s rebellious style has made her a defining force of British style and culture for over 50 years. In this episode we’ll discover how Westwood burst onto the scene with her shop SEX in late 70s and how her provocative designs helped to define the punk scene, eventually …
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Ellen Terry was the most celebrated actress of her age. Starting as a child actress in the late 1800s Ellen went on to steal the limelight in dozens of theatre productions in the UK and America. Terry was a leading lady for over 30 years but her private life was almost as colourful as her professional one. In this episode we explore the remarkable …
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In 1960s London, the publishing industry was a closed shop until Margaret Busby came along and started making waves. In this episode we discover the remarkable story of Britain’s first black female publisher who after meeting her business partner at a party, set up the A&B publishing house, and went on to launch the careers of dozens of writers, an…
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As one of the first female barristers in the 1920s, Helena Normanton blazed a trail through the courts. The first woman to lead a case at the high court, the first woman to obtain a divorce for her client, the first to prosecute a murder trial. And in this episode we discover how Helena’s achievements improved the lives of generations of women desp…
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Cookery and competition aren’t easy skills to master but Ruth Hansom has perfected both in her brief but stellar cooking career. In this episode we’ll be turning up the temperature as we explore the rise of one of Britain’s youngest cooking prodigies: from cookery contests as a teenager to working at the Ritz, creating ‘makeaways’ during the pandem…
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Without Daphne Oram, most of the music we hear today would not exist. Through her ground breaking sound experiments working as a BBC Studio Engineer in the 1950s Daphne became the founding mother of electronic music. And in this episode we discover how a mystical experience set her on the path to musical greatness and how the establishment resisted…
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Michaela Coel is a creative force to be reckoned with. Award winning screenwriter, actor, producer, singer, and with her genre shattering TV series ‘I May Destroy You’ she is also a distinctive voice who has made audiences on both sides of the pond, sit up and take notice. In this episode we’ll discover how a shy young girl from East London made hi…
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These days hundreds of fashion brands compete for our attention…and our business, but in the early 1900s there was one name in women’s fashion that had truly global appeal. The label was Lucile, and the woman behind this burgeoning couture empire was Lucy Christiana. In the first instalment of this series we discover how a penniless single mother r…
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Happy International Women’s Day! I’m Zawe Ashton and to celebrate the achievements, influence, and all round awesomeness of womankind, Fenwick, the department store of distinction, is launching a brand new podcast series on the 24th of March. Since 1882 Fenwick has proudly empowered generations of women through the circus of life. And over this 10 …
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In this episode of The Contact Book, "The Raging Potato” AKA Irish rugby player Keith Wood hands over his phone to Craig who calls upon an all-star list to join in with the conversation. Wood and his Lions' Captain Martin Johnson dissect that history-making Lions winning test series against the Springboks in 1997 in what Craig describes simply as “…
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Former Australian Rugby Union captain, David Pocock hands over his contact book to Craig Doyle who calls up some of those who have played a very important part in his life so far. From his childhood in Zimbabwe where his first coach reveals how parents of the other rugby children complained about him, to one of his brothers explaining why the famil…
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This week’s The Contact Book sees Craig Doyle interview Scotland and Wasps legend Kenny Logan. After joking that he wants his phone back, the two dig deep into the highs and struggles of his life.From his first cap for Scotland at just 19, to revealing how his anxiety about dyslexia would see him hide from and avoid training that involved having to…
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This week Will Carling, England’s youngest ever rugby captain, hands his contact book over to Craig Doyle.On the Contact Book, Will admits he is nervous because “There’s a lot that shouldn’t be coming out’.The episode is full of honest and revealing tales about the life and times of the rugby legend.These stories include the full, uncensored histor…
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World Cup winning legend, Maggie Alphonsi MBE is one of the best known names in women’s international rugby.“Maggie the Machine” captained England with 74 caps, scored 28 tries and helped England win seven consecutive Six Nations crowns and the 2014 World Cup Final.A formidable force on the pitch, she hands over her phone to Craig Doyle who opens u…
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In this episode, one of the greatest All Black of all time, the “All Black’s All Black” - Sean Fitzpatrick hands over his contact book.Craig delves into “Fitzy’s” life and career, calling up those who were part of it. We hear from the person who first spotted his talents on the field and how Sean went back to work as a carpenter after winning New Z…
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The season's final episode. After months of digging, Tom is on the verge of solving the five decade mystery of who stole the Jules Rimet trophy. However, can he get the evidence to prove Sidney Cugullere was the thief? To do so he must delve into London’s criminal underworld where we hear stories of torture, axe attacks and gang warfare. He tracks …
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Craig chats with South African rugby legend Bryan Habana who is regarded as one of the worlds best ever wingers. Bryan talks openly about being black and born into apartheid and how his family and rugby insulated him from its worst excesses. Diving into Bryan’s contact book we hear from those closest to the World Cup winning player. It’s revealed h…
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The police caught a man in a sting operation as he tried to collect a ransom and then two days later the trophy was found by Pickles. But how did it get onto the driveway of a suburban South London street? "They did some kind of deal behind the scenes to say look, if you can get the cup back we will shorten your sentence. So I think my father proba…
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Dave Corbett burst through the doors of Gypsy Hill Police Station with what he believes is the world cup. The desk sergeant tells him “This doesn’t look very world cuppy to me sonny!”. Months later Dave and Pickles found themselves at the England team's celebratory dinner, where Pickles cocked a leg and relieved himself against the lift. Tom’s inve…
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This is no ordinary interview programme, Craig Doyle gets deep and dirty interviewing some of the greatest sporting legends about their lives and careers. However Craig doesn't talk to just them, he gets some help from those who know them best. As he navigates the highs and lows of their lives Craig has access to their contact book and calls up tho…
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The authorities receive a ransom from a man calling himself Jackson. They had been wading through a maze of dead ends but now they had something concrete. An 'FA official' meets with Jackson and they drive into the badlands of South London to get the cup. Tensions rise as a "funny old van" keeps popping up and spooks Jackson. Are they being followe…
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The world cup trophy was stolen from under the noses of the British authorities days before a general election. It was an international scandal. Within hours of the theft the Football Association (FA) and the cops were conspiring in secret to have a fake cup made. .......................................... Auddy presents Stealing Victory - an origi…
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The Contact book is a chat show like no other. Craig Doyle interviews sporting legends about their lives and careers.As he navigates their highs and lows, he has access to each guest’s contact book and calls up people who have lived through those experiences with them. Craig’s chats with his guests are witty, engaging and enlightening - and while h…
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Stealing Victory - The Untold Story of the 1966 World Cup heist. The theft of the World Cup trophy in 1966 was one of the most audacious heists ever committed. The trophy depicted Nike, the Greek goddess of victory and in 1966 the England manager had promised that his team would win. It embodied the pride, hopes and dreams of a nation and was stole…
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