Best Group Date Rose Podcasts (2024)

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Series 2: The Court Decides 6:24

9M ago6:24

6:24

Nine years to the day since Shamima Begum entered ISIS controlled Syria, she’ll find out whether she’s any closer to coming back to Britain. Josh is at the Royal Courts of Justice in central London to hear whether Begum’s lawyers have succeeded in arguing that the British government’s decision to take away her citizenship was unlawful. After she em…

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Series 2: Josh Baker Answers Listener Questions 53:06

12M ago53:06

53:06

Josh answers your questions about Shamima Begum and the making of the multi-award winning series. Recorded in front of an audience at the BBC’s Radio Theatre in London, Naga Munchetty puts your questions to Josh including: what is it about this story that captures the imagination and curiosity of so many people? How did Josh keep safe while making …

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Series 2. Our Live Show 1:10

1+ y ago1:10

1:10

What do you want to know about The Shamima Begum Story and the making of the podcast? Join us on Tuesday the 12th of September in London, as Josh answers your questions about the series, share more about how it was made and some extra things we’ve learnt about the story. Apply for FREE TICKETS: https://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/shows/shamima-begu…

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Series 2: 10. The World’s Unwanted 45:07

1+ y ago45:07

45:07

What happened to the girl Shamima Begum says convinced her to join the Islamic State group? Less than 24 hours before this episode was published ,we got the answer. Reporter: Josh BakerWritten and produced by: Josh Baker, Sara Obeidat and Joe KentComposer: Firas Abou FakherTheme music: Sam SlaterMix and sound design: Tom BrignellProduction coordina…

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Series 2: A Message From Josh 3:16

1+ y ago3:16

3:16

Episode 10 will be available on Wednesday March 22ndBy BBC Radio 5 Live

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Series 2: 9. State of Mind 37:19

1+ y ago37:19

37:19

No longer a vulnerable schoolgirl, but a seemingly unrepentant adult. Shamima Begum enrages the British public and ends up stuck in Syria. A series of media interviews come to shape how she’s perceived - with long lasting consequences. Reporter: Josh BakerWritten and produced by: Josh Baker, Sara Obeidat and Joe KentComposer: Firas Abou FakherTheme…

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Series 2: 8. No Plan B 29:42

1+ y ago29:42

29:42

Raqqa falls, the so-called caliphate crumbles and a pregnant Shamima Begum is desperate to come home. After she and her husband Yago walk out of the ashes of the Islamic State group, she’s discovered in a detention camp where she gives an interview that will change her life. Reporter: Josh BakerWritten by: Josh Baker and Joe KentProducers: Josh Bak…

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Series 2: 7. Trapped 32:00

1+ y ago32:00

32:00

Someone close to Shamima Begum is looking for a way out of the so-called caliphate. Reporter: Josh Baker Written by: Josh Baker and Joe Kent Producers: Josh Baker, Sara Obeidat and Joe Kent Composer: Firas Abou Fakher Theme music: Sam Slater Mix and sound design: Tom Brignell Production coordinator: Janet Staples Series Editor: Jonathan Aspinwall H…

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Series 2. 6. Father Figure 40:08

1+ y ago40:08

40:08

With her new husband in prison, Shamima Begum is left in the care of a stranger, but who is he? Josh travels to the heart of the former caliphate as he searches for clues and investigates what her life with the Islamic State group was like. Reporter: Josh BakerWritten by: Josh Baker and Joe KentProducers: Josh Baker, Sara Obeidat and Joe KentCompos…

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Series 2: 5. Empty Paper 34:29

2y ago34:29

34:29

Shamima Begum’s new life under ISIS isn’t what she expected. She says what she thought would be paradise is more like a prison. At just 15 years-old she finds herself trapped in an ISIS guesthouse, where the only way out is to get married. In his first interview since 2019, Islamic State group fighter Yago Reidjik reveals how he became her husband …

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Series 2: 4. When You’re In Love 33:43

2y ago33:43

33:43

Friendship, propaganda and the promise of paradise - why Shamima Begum left London at 15 for the Islamic State group in war torn Syria. But how did she ignore the group’s brutal violence? And who convinced her to go? The feature length documentary, "The Shamima Begum Story", will be on BBC2 at 9pm on February 7th. Reporter: Josh BakerWritten by: Jo…

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Series 2: 3. Double Agent? 37:51

2y ago37:51

37:51

The man who smuggled Shamima Begum to Syria claims he was spying for Canada. What's the truth? And could she and her school friends have been stopped from reaching the Islamic State group? Reporter: Josh BakerWritten by: Josh Baker and Joe KentProducers: Josh Baker, Sara Obeidat and Joe KentField producers: Hussam HammoudComposer: Firas Abou Fakher…

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Series 2: 2. The Point of No Return 31:36

2y ago31:36

31:36

Following Shamima Begum’s route reveals a dangerous Islamic State group smuggling network, but that’s not all. A local taxi firm isn’t what it seems and a gangster threatens to make Josh “disappear.” It all ends in an underground carpark with a stack of secret documents and a warning. Reporter: Josh BakerWritten by: Josh Baker and Joe KentProducers…

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Series 2: 1. It Felt Like a Dream 32:15

2y ago32:15

32:15

Three London schoolgirls disappear, heading for a war zone. Four years later only one emerges from the ashes of ISIS. Nobody knows what really happened to her. Josh Baker meets Shamima Begum in Syria to begin unpicking her story. Almost eight years earlier, he was filming in Shamima’s local mosque when news broke that she and her friends had gone m…

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Introducing… The Shamima Begum Story 3:44

2y ago3:44

3:44

Investigating the story of Shamima Begum. At 15, she ran away from her London home with two school friends to join the terror group ISIS in war torn Syria. Now she wants to come back. It’s a tale that has gripped the world, but there are different ways to tell it. Josh Baker has been following the story since 2015 when Shamima Begum left for the Is…

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Coming soon... The Shamima Begum Story 1:29

2y ago1:29

1:29

Seeking to separate fact from fiction, the multi award-winning series returns to investigate the divisive story of Shamima Begum. When three London school girls went missing in 2015, they generated global headlines and the media storm that ensued continues to this day. Back then, investigative journalist Josh Baker was filming at a mosque in the gi…

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Series 1: 13. Your questions answered 31:04

3y ago31:04

31:04

Since the series ended, so many of you have got in touch wanting to know more. With the help of criminal psychologist Dr Julia Shaw, Josh answers your questions. Presenters: Josh Baker and Dr Julia Shaw (host of the Bad People podcast on BBC Sounds)Mixed by: Tom BrignellProducer: Joe KentProduction Co-ordinator: Janet StaplesEditor Emma Rippon “I’m…

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Series 1: 12. Those we leave behind 25:44

3y ago25:44

25:44

In Northern Iraq, Josh finds out how two people you’ve been asking about are doing now. In 2014, the Islamic State group killed thousands of members of the Yazidi religious community and kidnapped and enslaved many, many more. Ayham and Saud were both taken from their families and ended up in Syria where they were eventually bought by Sam and her h…

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BONUS :: Trailer for Our Newest Project! 8:15

3y ago8:15

8:15

Hey BrosBuds! Listen in as we let you in on a new project Matt and Stacy have been working on! www.parentingishard.com Follow on IG at @parentingishardpodcast Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts!By Rogue Creative Development LLC.

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Series 1: 11. Epilogue - The wounds and the scars 30:02

3y ago30:02

30:02

What happened to the family Josh was staying with when the Islamic State group struck in 2016? I’m Not a Monster began after Josh was injured by an ISIS truck bomb in Mosul, Iraq. If it wasn’t for an old contact reaching out to see how he was doing, he may never have heard about Sam and Matthew. Now he returns to the Iraqi city and finds that while…

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Series 1: Update 3:32

3y ago3:32

3:32

Josh is back with news of what to expect next and with a reminder of what we heard in I’m Not A Monster. Reporter: Josh BakerProducers: Joe Kent and Max Green “I’m Not a Monster” is a collaboration between BBC Panorama and FRONTLINE (PBS) and is a BBC Radio Current Affairs production for BBC Sounds.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Episode 177 :: Heidi Griffin! (Bros Buds Only Bonus) 32:05

3+ y ago32:05

32:05

So, we promised to share the Bros Buds Only podcast episodes that we did for Patreon at the end of last year and that's exactly what we're doing! (Just a little later than planned.) Back in November of 2020 we interviewed our amazing Canadian Ultimate Bros Bud and Ms. Leg Wrap Hug herself, Heidi Griffin! Make sure to head over to our Facebook group…

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Episode 176 :: Bros Buds Only Group Date! (BONUS) 35:51

3+ y ago35:51

35:51

So, we promised to share the Bros Buds Only podcast episodes that we did for Patreon at the end of last year and that's exactly what we're doing! (Just a little later than planned.) Another ridiculous Group Date from all the way back in December of 2020. Make sure to head over to our Facebook group at facebook.com/groups/brosbuds! Leave iTunes Revi…

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Episode 175 :: Lindsay Lanier! (Bros Buds Only Bonus) 27:57

3+ y ago27:57

27:57

So, we promised to share the Bros Buds Only podcast episodes that we did for Patreon at the end of last year and that's exactly what we're doing! (Just a little later than planned.) A fifth episode dedicated to getting to know regular BBR contributor Lindsay Lanier? Yes, please! Make sure to head over to our Facebook group at facebook.com/groups/br…

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Episode 174 :: Bros Buds Only Group Date! (BONUS) 41:05

3+ y ago41:05

41:05

So, we promised to share the Bros Buds Only podcast episodes that we did for Patreon at the end of last year and that's exactly what we're doing! (Just a little later than planned.) This fourth episode is a Group Date that takes shaths to a whole new level! Make sure to head over to our Facebook group at facebook.com/groups/brosbuds! Leave iTunes R…

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Episode 173 :: Keith Mather! (Bros Buds Only Bonus) 26:15

3+ y ago26:15

26:15

So, we promised to share the Bros Buds Only podcast episodes that we did for Patreon at the end of last year and that's exactly what we're doing! (Just a little later than planned.) Our third episode features the man with the most amazing speaking voice around and our Commish... Keith Mather! Make sure to head over to our Facebook group at facebook…

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Episode 172 :: Kylie O'Connor! (Bros Buds Only Bonus) 21:45

3+ y ago21:45

21:45

So, we promised to share the Bros Buds Only podcast episodes that we did for Patreon at the end of last year and that's exactly what we're doing! (Just a little later than planned.) Our second episode features long-time supporter of the podcast and Official Chocolatier, Kylie O'Connor! It was recorded back in October, 2020. Make sure to head over t…

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Episode 171 :: Bros Buds Only Group Date! (BONUS) 47:53

3+ y ago47:53

47:53

So, we promised to share the Bros Buds Only podcast episodes that we did for Patreon at the end of last year and that's exactly what we're doing! (Just a little later than planned.) This was our first episode... a crazy, off-topic Group Date recorded back in October, 2020. Make sure to head over to our Facebook group at facebook.com/groups/brosbuds…

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Series 1: 10. It’s all behind me now 32:03

3+ y ago32:03

32:03

Sam’s son Matthew was just seven when he was taken to Syria and the Islamic State group. He thought he’d never see America again. Now he’s back with his dad and talks of the “sweet relief” of being home. Josh finds out how he and Sam’s other children are doing now. This episode includes references to violence and some upsetting moments involving ch…

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Series 1: 9. The rest be damned 33:32

4y ago33:32

33:32

After years of insisting she’s innocent, Sam pleads guilty and Moussa’s exes reveal more about the man that led her to Syria. Sam’s team claims she was “a wife under the thumb of her violently abusive and radical husband” but the prosecution says she has “credibility issues” and tells stories that serve her personally. So how long will she spend in…

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Series 1: 8. I take my book back 51:43

4y ago51:43

51:43

Josh retraces Sam’s steps in Syria and asks could she have been an ISIS supporter all along? He meets her old neighbours in Raqqa, visits the infamous torture prison where she says she was held and meets an Islamic State group member who knew her personally. This episode includes references to violence. Reporter: Josh BakerWritten by: Josh Baker an…

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Series 1: 7. On American soil 39:24

4y ago39:24

39:24

As Josh starts to uncover more about the family’s past, Sam tries to explain away some of the many discrepancies in her story. Then, a connection to the FBI raises new questions about her. If you know something that you think might help the investigation please email notamonster@bbc.com Reporter: Josh BakerWritten by: Josh Baker and Joe KentProduce…

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Series 1: 6. Now I’m calling the shots 32:06

4y ago32:06

32:06

A torture prison, buying slaves and a dramatic escape: Sam continues her account of her years in Raqqa. This episode includes references to sexual abuse, extreme violence and some upsetting moments involving children. Reporter: Josh BakerWritten by: Josh Baker and Joe KentProducers: Joe Kent and Max GreenProduction assistant: Lucie SullivanComposer…

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Episode 170 :: Group Date! (12.28.20) 1:17:40

4y ago1:17:40

1:17:40

We're talking about The Bachelorette (Season 17, Episodes Twelve and Thirteen) Welcome to another Bros Before Rose: Group Date episode! (Every Monday as we respond to your emails and reviews, get to know you a little better and decide which of you will get our rose.) Boy, do we have a great wrap-up for you! Shara's got Tea, Jeff's got social media,…

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Episode 169 :: Tayshia Makes Excellent Decisions! 2:02:23

4y ago2:02:23

2:02:23

Recap of The Bachelorette (Season 17, Episodes Twelve and Thirteen) Merry Christmas, Bros Buds and welcome to this final recap of our favorite season of The Bachelorette ever! We started this week with three guys left, got it down to two guys (one of whom was not one of the three we started with!) and then finished with one of the greatest proposal…

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Series 1: 5. We had a great life 30:28

4y ago30:28

30:28

Josh is face-to-face with Sam after a year trying to track her down. On a military base in Syria, she begins to tell her side of the story. She says it all started as a family holiday. Reporter: Josh BakerWritten by: Josh Baker and Joe KentProducers: Joe Kent and Max GreenProduction assistant: Lucie SullivanComposer: Sam SlaterMixed By: Tom Brignel…

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Episode 168 :: Group Date! (12.21.20) 50:19

4y ago50:19

50:19

We're talking about The Bachelorette (Season 17, Episode Nine) Welcome to another Bros Before Rose: Group Date episode! (Every Monday as we respond to your emails and reviews, get to know you a little better and decide which of you will get our rose.) This week, aside from the usual stuff, we've got a pretty big announcement at the end, so stay tun…

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Episode 167 :: Tayshia Adams - The Assassin of La Quinta! 2:01:03

4y ago2:01:03

2:01:03

Recap of The Bachelorette (Season 17, Episodes Ten and Eleven) Well, that was a lot of Bachelorette! This week, we had four hours of the show over two nights and Tayshia was taking guys down like a hired assassin! Plus, a new and fairly different version of Hometown Dates and a Men Tell All thrown in for good measure. Were the changes good or did t…

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Series 1: 4. She’s like my mother 28:44

4y ago28:44

28:44

A young boy in the mountains of Northern Iraq makes Josh question what he knows about Sam. Then ten days searching war-torn Syria lead to an offer of help, but can it be trusted? This episode includes descriptions of violence and some upsetting moments involving children. Reporter: Josh BakerWritten by: Josh Baker and Joe KentProducers: Joe Kent an…

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Episode 166 :: Group Date! (12.14.20) 54:04

4y ago54:04

54:04

We're talking about The Bachelorette (Season 17, Episode Nine) Welcome to another Bros Before Rose: Group Date episode! (Every Monday as we respond to your emails and reviews, get to know you a little better and decide which of you will get our rose.) All on this episode of Bros Before Rose! Sign up to support the pod AND get cool stuff over at www…

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Episode 165 :: We're More Entertaining Than The Bachelorette! 2:07:24

4y ago2:07:24

2:07:24

Recap of The Bachelorette (Season 17, Episode Nine) So, here's the deal... this season has delivered! We've had episodes that were unexpected. We had excitement. We had depth(!). But they can't all be winners! This week's episode of The Bachelorette was a snoozefest. BUT... this week's episode of Bros is FIRE! (That's what the kids are saying these…

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Series 1: 3. My name is Yusef 24:06

4y ago24:06

24:06

The Islamic State group forces Sam’s son Matthew to spread its propaganda. Josh searches the woods of Idaho looking for a man on an elk hunt. Then an obscure tweet leads him to Syria to try to find the family. If you know something that you think might help the investigation please email notamonster@bbc.com Reporter: Josh BakerWritten by: Josh Bake…

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Episode 164 :: Group Date! (12.07.20) 1:06:28

4y ago1:06:28

1:06:28

We're talking about The Bachelorette (Season 7, Episode Eight) Welcome to another Bros Before Rose: Group Date episode! (Every Monday as we respond to your emails and reviews, get to know you a little better and decide which of you will get our rose.) All on this episode of Bros Before Rose! Sign up to support the pod AND get cool stuff over at www…

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Episode 163 :: Bennett AND Noah are the Worst! (But Mostly Bennett) 1:47:30

4y ago1:47:30

1:47:30

Recap of The Bachelorette (Season 17, Episode Eight) This season continues to amaze and delight by having actual depth and conversations about important topics like racial injustice, eating disorders and substance abuse, BUT it also has Bennett and Noah to remind us that it's still The Bachelorette and can still have all the ridiculous drama we've …

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Series 1: 2. Read between the lines 31:01

4y ago31:01

31:01

A man who says he’s a people smuggler offers to help the family, while a drive around a suburb in Indiana reveals their past. Sam’s father adds a new twist on who his daughter really is. This episode includes descriptions of violence and some upsetting moments involving children. Reporter: Josh BakerWritten by: Josh Baker and Joe KentProducers: Joe…

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Episode 162 :: Group Date! (11.30.20) 59:42

4y ago59:42

59:42

We're talking about The Bachelorette (Season 7, Episode Seven) Welcome to another Bros Before Rose: Group Date episode! (Every Monday as we respond to your emails and reviews, get to know you a little better and decide which of you will get our rose.) All on this episode of Bros Before Rose! Sign up to support the pod AND get cool stuff over at www…

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Episode 161 :: The Best Bachelorette Episode... Ever??? 1:25:11

4y ago1:25:11

1:25:11

Recap of The Bachelorette (Season 17, Episode Seven) There have been literally hundreds of episodes of The Bachelorette and yet we may have just found the best of them! Funny? Check! (Did you see C-Dog Harry eating the crab legs? Did you hear the guys making... "those" sounds?) Dramatic? Check! (Noah's clearly taking things up a notch!) Poignant an…

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Series 1: 1. I love you, I miss you 20:04

4y ago20:04

20:04

A suicide bombing in Iraq and a home video from inside the ISIS caliphate begin the search for a family trapped in Syria. A desperate plea arrives from an American woman who says she wants to escape the Islamic State group with her young children. This episode includes descriptions of violence and some upsetting scenes involving children. Reporter:…

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Episode 160 :: Group Date! (11.23.20) 51:47

4y ago51:47

51:47

We're talking about The Bachelorette (Season 7, Episode Six) Welcome to another Bros Before Rose: Group Date episode! (Every Friday as we respond to your emails and reviews, get to know you a little better and decide which of you will get our rose.) All on this episode of Bros Before Rose! Sign up to support the pod AND get cool stuff over at www.p…

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Episode 159 :: Grown-Ass Baby Men and The Smokeshow 1:34:37

4y ago1:34:37

1:34:37

Recap of The Bachelorette (Season 17, Episode Six) Where did Ed come from? This weirdo comes out of nowhere to be the antagonizer of the season and nobody saw that coming. This week, we talk about Ed's weirdness, Bennett's failing education and Chasen's Wolverine claws (or "Knife Hands" as Shara calls them). Not only that, but Tayshia FINALLY gets …

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