Best Tape Worms Podcasts (2024)

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The Last Witness - 10. The Apex Stone 17:08

20d ago17:08

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In a finale of discoveries, Dan and Lucy speak to Douglas's best friend and finally learn the truth about his stories. They are moved to test their own blood for PCBs. When Douglas talked about 'the children... and the children's children...' Do you get it now? At Douglas’s grave, the 'apex stone' is revealed. Buried is the award-winning true-crime…

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The Last Witness - 9. The Case Against Douglas 15:08

20d ago15:08

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A friend casts doubt on Douglas’ honesty. Could he have lied? Dan and Lucy uncover unsettling truths, and begin to question what’s real. They've tested the chemicals - now it is time to test Douglas. And Michael Sheen gives his verdict. Buried is the award-winning true-crime series digging into some of the most disturbing environmental stories in h…

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The Last Witness - 8. The Case for Douglas 14:23

20d ago14:23

14:23

Dan and Lucy are shown how official reports have been changed, and hear allegations of ‘cover-up’ and ‘conspiracy’. What do those in power know - and what have they done? Buried is the award-winning true-crime series digging into some of the most disturbing environmental stories in history. In this new investigation, reporters Dan Ashby and Lucy Ta…

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The Last Witness - 7. On Your Plate 14:28

20d ago14:28

14:28

Michael Sheen calls... have Dan and Lucy accidentally poisoned him? Probably not, but scientists warn that 'something out there' is causing a rise in illnesses, such as testicular cancer. Could it be PCBs in our food? Dan and Lucy test for the chemicals in fish that people buy to eat. Buried is the award-winning true-crime series digging into some …

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The Last Witness - 6. Off the Scale 14:39

20d ago14:39

14:39

Dan rushes to a site in South Wales, where PCBs are reportedly escaping from an old landfill site. He and Lucy take their strange team on the road, to test the earth in towns and villages countrywide. The results could reveal whether Douglas' prophecy has come true. Buried is the award-winning true-crime series digging into some of the most disturb…

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The Last Witness - 5. A Can of Worms 14:41

20d ago14:41

14:41

As Dan and the film star Michael Sheen go digging around a toxic site, they are given a warning - the truth is a can of worms. A vicar picks up where Douglas left off. What is the full scale of the UK’s chemical legacy? Buried is the award-winning true-crime series digging into some of the most disturbing environmental stories in history. In this n…

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The Last Witness - 4. Every Last Dollar 14:14

20d ago14:14

14:14

A child born without eyes. What did the chemical do? In Alabama, Dan finds a contaminated town, still reeling from its toxic legacy. Internal confidential memos reveal the manufacturer knew the risk. Buried is the award-winning true-crime series digging into some of the most disturbing environmental stories in history. In this new investigation, re…

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The Last Witness - 3. Discredit Gowan 14:28

20d ago14:28

14:28

“They would have killed me.” Douglas Gowan says he was denounced in Parliament, impersonated and attacked - all to keep him silent. Dan and Lucy dig further into his explosive story, until they uncover an intriguing memo. Buried is the award-winning true-crime series digging into some of the most disturbing environmental stories in history. In this…

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The Last Witness - 2. A Hollywood Sleuth 14:28

20d ago14:28

14:28

Reporters Dan Ashby and Lucy Taylor visit the film star Michael Sheen - who recorded the witness's final account - and hear how he fell into a rabbit hole. They also discover Douglas Gowan's unpublished chemical test results. Are people in danger? Buried is the award-winning true-crime series digging into some of the most disturbing environmental s…

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The Last Witness - 1. A Box of Secrets 14:31

21d ago14:31

14:31

When reporters Dan Ashby and Lucy Taylor are handed a box of unseen evidence, they begin a new investigation - into a chemical secret. A witness says he found deformed cows, and worried a toxic chemical had entered the food chain. But the witness had a warning for the future: "It's buried, isn't it? But it's going to come back." Buried is the award…

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Introducing Buried: The Last Witness 2:35

30d ago2:35

2:35

In a new investigation, reporters Dan Ashby and Lucy Taylor team up with the film star Michael Sheen to dig up a chemical secret. They inherit a box of evidence from a witness, with a warning. You can listen to all 10 episodes of Buried: The Last Witness on BBC Sounds from 24 June, 2024. A Smoke Trail production for BBC Radio 4.…

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EP 65 | The “Giant” Mongolian Death Worm 1:03:20

1M ago1:03:20

1:03:20

Hey Campers, this week we have a deadly worm slithering in - cue Dune soundtrack. We will be discussing the history and lore surrounding the deadly Mongolian Death Worm! Both Kimmy and Ryan discuss how cowboy hats make everything better, why Ryan is a worm man, and how Kimmy wrote a whole podcast episode without watching the Cinematic Masterpiece t…

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EP 64 | Shout Out To Paul Bunyan’s Mom 57:08

1M ago57:08

57:08

Hey Campers, this week we have a heroically large lumberjack. We will be discussing the history and lore surrounding the famous Paul Bunyan! Both Kimmy and Ryan discuss how you can get out of paying your workers, how we are nothing more than an ant farm to good old paul, and how paul bunyan’s mother is the real hero of this tall tale. We hope you e…

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EP 63 | When Kappa Attack! 1:01:45

1M ago1:01:45

1:01:45

Hey Campers, this week we have a yokai known for playing pranks and.. Attacking peoples butts? Well that's because we will be discussing the history and origins of the mischievous Kappa. Both Kimmy and Ryan discuss how using a Kappa as a voting poll would be the perfect way to scare people into voting, why you should keep your cucumber safe when sw…

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EP 62 | Black Beard The 5ft Pirate Lord 1:00:42

1M ago1:00:42

1:00:42

We are BACK campers after our much needed season break. We feel refreshed, renewed and READY to take a dive into different legends and lore from all around the world. And what better way to “Dive” back in than with the legend of the famous pirate lord, Black Beard. Both Kimmy and Ryan will be discussing what makes Black Beard the original short kin…

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Lost Tapes | Wishing You A Merry Cryptmas 38:39

1M ago38:39

38:39

Happy Holidays Campers! To celebrate this holly jolly season we have a lovely Christmas Tradition inspired episode just for you! This week both Kimmy and Ryan will be going over some different Christmas traditions around the world, a holiday poem written by Ryan, and a major announcement about the podcast. We hope you all enjoy this holiday special…

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EP 61 | How The Grinch Survived A Heart Attack 59:16

1M ago59:16

59:16

Hey Campers, we have a grinchy icon for this holiday episode. We will be discussing the origins and history surrounding the famous Mr. Grinch. Both Kimmy and Ryan will talk about how relatable the grinch truly is, why the Whos of Whovile are just the worst, and how we’d all sell a kidney for Miss Martha May. We hope you enjoy this episode of Alorei…

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EP 60 | Yuletide Prank Bros 1:02:13

1M ago1:02:13

1:02:13

Hey Campers, we have a delightful mischievous yuletide topic for this week's episode. We will be discussing the holiday history and classic poem of the Yule Lads. Both Kimmy and Ryan start by making it very clear they can’t pronounce a single yule lad name, why milk straight from the tap is the best, and how the yule lads are the result of Gryla’s …

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EP 59 | The Pink Eyed Specter Moose 1:02:12

1M ago1:02:12

1:02:12

Hey Campers, we have an extra scary urban legend for this week's episode. We will be discussing the origins and short story about the Candy Man. Both Kimmy and Ryan will discuss how hunting at large lobster lake or little lobster lake is all about preference, that the specter moose is just a zombie living its best life, and why creatures, much like…

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EP 58 | Bee-lieve In The Candy Man 1:04:13

1M ago1:04:13

1:04:13

Hey Campers, we have an extra scary urban legend for this week's episode. We will be discussing the origins and short story about the Candy Man. Both Kimmy and Ryan will discuss how the semi-sweet candy man came to be, what the deal is with dangerous Halloween candy and how this episode is dedicated to the bees. We hope you enjoy this episode of Al…

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EP 57 | Agatha's Long Lost Lover, Mr. Cold 1:13:20

1M ago1:13:20

1:13:20

Hey Campers, despite us constantly talking about BG3 for 6 episodes this is a folklore and cryptid podcast and this week we have a creepily happy extraterrestrial for this week's episode. We will be discussing the history and sightings surrounding Indrid Cold, aka the smiling man. Both Kimmy and Ryan will discuss how Ryan is yet again disappointed …

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EP 56 | Banshees, AKA The Throat Goat of 2023 1:15:49

1M ago1:15:49

1:15:49

Hey Campers, we have a wailing good folktale for yall this week's episode. We will be discussing the history and lore surrounding the mournful Banshees. Both Kimmy and Ryan will discuss how all red flags look pink through a bottle of rosé, how you are probably related to a banshee and don’t even know it, and why we should all be paid in liquor when…

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EP 55 | The Howling Hidebehinds 1:13:58

1M ago1:13:58

1:13:58

Hey Campers, we have a deadly hide and seek champion for this week's episode. We will be discussing the history and lore surrounding the malicious Hidebehinds. Both Kimmy and Ryan will discuss how behind picked as the hidebehind's next victim is actually a compliment, why our listeners are safe from these deadly cryptids, and how you should ALWAYS …

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EP 54 | Bluebeards & Red Flags 1:08:34

1M ago1:08:34

1:08:34

Hey Campers, we will be discussing an evil protagonist- THAT ISN’T A PIRATE - in this week's episode. We will be discussing the history and lore surrounding the malicious Bluebeard. Both Kimmy and Ryan will discuss why many people, like Kimmy, think Bluebeard is a pirate, how curiosity and the patriarchy can literally get someone killed, and why yo…

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EP 53 | Squonk Makes A Splash 1:02:03

1M ago1:02:03

1:02:03

Hey Campers, we have the homeliest cryptid for this week's episode. We will be discussing the history and lore surrounding the weeping Squonk. Both Kimmy and Ryan will discuss why this cryptid weeps under the moonlight, how capitalism and greed always finds a way to ruin the housing market, and the best way to capture a Squonk on your next hunting …

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EP 52 | Lamia The Shapeshifting Babe 1:19:43

1M ago1:19:43

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EP 51 | The Hellhound Hitman 1:18:04

1M ago1:18:04

1:18:04

Hey Campers, we have another spooky creature lined up for this week's episode. We will be discussing the history and famous first hand encounters of the devilish Hellhounds. Both Kimmy and Ryan will discuss why how hellhounds are good doggies, why you should curse the entire butterfield bloodline, and the importance of using dogs in medical practic…

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EP 50 | Jeff The Shadow Person 1:27:59

1M ago1:27:59

1:27:59

Hey Campers, we will be talking about some spooky spirits in this week's episode. We will be discussing the history and sightings of the ominous Shadow People. Both Kimmy and Ryan will discuss how using a vacuum is truly the best way to cleanse spirits from your space, why Jeff the Shadow person though scar really isn’t a bad guy, and some of the b…

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EP 49 | Sonic The Melon Head 1:36:46

1y ago1:36:46

1:36:46

Hey Campers, we will be talking about a freaky fast cryptid for this week's episode. We will be discussing the history and sightings of the unsettling Melon Heads. Both Kimmy and Ryan will discuss Why melon heads have a need for speed, how Kimmy is actually a vampire, and why you shouldn’t visit haunted places.. even if we don’t condemn it. We hope…

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EP 48 | ATTACK! of the Killer Pants 54:40

1y ago54:40

54:40

Hey Campers, we will be talking about the most adorable faceless cryptid for this week's episode. We will be discussing the history and sightings of the fashionable Fresno Nightcrawlers. Both Kimmy and Ryan will discuss how this adorable cryptid loves going on evening strolls, why Kimmy struggles so much with Spanish, and how the science documentar…

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Lost Tapes | The Tangy Skunk Ape 1:15:22

1y ago1:15:22

1:15:22

Hey Campers, we are going to be discuss the famous Florida man.. we mean Skunk ape in this weeks bonus episode! And to make this episode even more special, we have the hosts of Strange Talk Radio as guests on the show this week! So take a seat around the campfire as Kimmy, Ryan, Robin, and Alyx all discuss how the Skunk Ape is the social distance m…

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EP 47 | Pocket Sand Man 1:11:14

1y ago1:11:14

1:11:14

Hey Campers, we got a folklore figure for this week's episode. We will be discussing the history and lore of the dreamy Sandman. Both Kimmy and Ryan will discuss a collection of delightful stories from Hans Chrisitan Anderson, how this sleepy spirit may be more evil than we remember, and the power of pocket sand. We hope you enjoy this episode of A…

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EP 46 | Southern Cougars of the Ozark 1:16:08

1y ago1:16:08

1:16:08

Hey Campers, we got a bear.. cat.. um horned beast for this week's episode. We will be discussing the history and lore of the ominous Ozark Howler. Both Kimmy and Ryan will discuss how this cryptid may just be another forest spirit, why going snipe hunting with the Aloreing gang would be the best thing ever, and the likelihood of the Ozark Howler a…

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EP 45 | "Eaten" by a Kelpie 1:26:09

1+ y ago1:26:09

1:26:09

Hey Campers, we got a malicious water spirit from Scotland's Highlands for this week's episode. We will be discussing the history and lore of the magical Kelpies. Both Kimmy and Ryan will discuss how forcing someone that wants to marry you into working on your fathers farm for several years isn’t a bad idea, what was so magically intoxicating about…

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EP 44 | I'm a Domi Girl 1:24:07

1+ y ago1:24:07

1:24:07

Hey Campers, we got a household spirit for this week's episode. We will be discussing the lore and history of the hard working Domovoi. Both Kimmy and Ryan will discuss how these household helper came to be, some questionable morals to translanted short stories and Ryan’s disappointment in a creature with the word “dom” in it not having anything sc…

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EP 43 | The Veiny Sword of Ghillie Dhu 1:11:03

1+ y ago1:11:03

1:11:03

Hey Campers, we got a delightful forest spirit from Scotland's Highlands for this week's episode. We will be discussing the history and famous encounter of the magical fae, Ghillie Dhu. Both Kimmy and Ryan will discuss how Bigfoot and Ghillie Dhu are probably related, the importance of adding “love sword” to your dating profiles, and how peter pan …

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EP 42 | Confusing Kuchisake-Onna 101 1:10:08

1+ y ago1:10:08

1:10:08

Hey Campers, we got a terrifying Japanese Yokai for this week's episode. We will be discussing the lore and urban legends surrounding Kuchisake-Onna. Both Kimmy and Ryan will discuss the thirsty artwork of the internet,how to give a backhanded compliment that confuses Kuchisake into not hurting you, and the power students had in Japan during the 80…

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Ep 41 | Changelings and the Forbidden Horchata 1:25:01

1+ y ago1:25:01

1:25:01

Hey Campers, we are back with an episode that is sure to make you think twice about fairy babies, aka Changelings. This week we will be looking into the lore surrounding baby swapping during the Middle Ages in Europe. Both Kimmy and Ryan will discuss fairies' strong cravings for milk, why fairies were the perfect scapegoat, and the problematic solu…

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EP 40 | Demonic Rugrats 1:21:28

1+ y ago1:21:28

1:21:28

Hey Campers, this week we will be looking into the history of an internet urban legend that became big news! This week we will be discussing some creepy demonic rugrats, also known as the black-eyed kids. Both Kimmy and Ryan will discuss how to manifest creatures into existence, the realization that we may be the Daily Star of cryptid and folklore …

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Series 1 - 10. What Joe Knew 14:35

1+ y ago14:35

14:35

Justice at last over Mobuoy - and a legal first by the river. Then, in a finale of twists and answers, we uncover the secret that disturbed Joe until the end. "All you have to do... is dig it up." A trucker’s deathbed tape plays out. It’s urgent, desperate. In this BBC Radio 4 podcast series, investigative journalists Dan Ashby and Lucy Taylor deep…

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Series 1 - 9. Fear of the Unknown 15:20

1+ y ago15:20

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In his last days, Joe thought the pollution was putting lives at risk. His friends were willing to break the law to find out. Years on, are deadly cancers rising? "All you have to do... is dig it up." A trucker’s deathbed tape plays out. It’s urgent, desperate. In this BBC Radio 4 podcast series, investigative journalists Dan Ashby and Lucy Taylor …

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Series 1 - 8. The Screams of the Dead 14:36

1+ y ago14:36

14:36

Crowds gather as a woman speaks. Her child is dead from cancer. And there are countless more. Are the dumps to blame? Under armed guard, one priest decides to speak out at risk of his life. "All you have to do... is dig it up." A trucker’s deathbed tape plays out. It’s urgent, desperate. In this BBC Radio 4 podcast series, investigative journalists…

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Series 1 - 7. How to Make a Mafia 14:58

1+ y ago14:58

14:58

In the Comorrah’s neighbourhood in Naples, Dan and Lucy learn how waste can fuel a mafia. They’re warned that the UK is playing a dangerous game. "All you have to do... is dig it up." A trucker’s deathbed tape plays out. It’s urgent, desperate. In this BBC Radio 4 podcast series, investigative journalists Dan Ashby and Lucy Taylor deep-dive into on…

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Series 1 - 6. FOFO (Fear of Finding Out) 14:33

1+ y ago14:33

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When a man used satellites to find illegal dumps, he learned they’re everywhere. But the criminals are watching him. Could a mafia be growing rich on our waste? "All you have to do... is dig it up." A trucker’s deathbed tape plays out. It’s urgent, desperate. In this BBC Radio 4 podcast series, investigative journalists Dan Ashby and Lucy Taylor de…

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Series 1 - 5. The Missing Memo 14:40

1+ y ago14:40

14:40

A memo goes missing - until now. It rallies a community to keep calling for the truth. "All you have to do... is dig it up." A trucker’s deathbed tape plays out. It’s urgent, desperate. In this BBC Radio 4 podcast series, investigative journalists Dan Ashby and Lucy Taylor deep-dive into one of the worst environment crimes in UK history - the secre…

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Series 1 - 4. Blackleg 14:30

1+ y ago14:30

14:30

In the dead of night, a meeting with a vet, who talks of an eerie event. It leads to a trail of toxins. Could Mobuoy still be a threat? "All you have to do... is dig it up." A trucker’s deathbed tape plays out. It’s urgent, desperate. In this BBC Radio 4 podcast series, investigative journalists Dan Ashby and Lucy Taylor deep-dive into one of the w…

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Series 1 - 3. A One-Man Mission 14:40

1+ y ago14:40

14:40

Who was Joe Ferguson? His family say he was a man on a mission. But something bothered him about Mobuoy, even after the dump was exposed. What did he know? "All you have to do... is dig it up." A trucker’s deathbed tape plays out. It’s urgent, desperate. In this BBC Radio 4 podcast series, investigative journalists Dan Ashby and Lucy Taylor deep-di…

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Series 1 - 2. A Scene of Horror 14:40

1+ y ago14:40

14:40

Dan and Lucy visit Mobuoy, and reveal the audacious scam of how criminals dumped a million tonnes of waste. But there’s worse, as they learn what was buried. "All you have to do... is dig it up." A trucker’s deathbed tape plays out. It’s urgent, desperate. In this BBC Radio 4 podcast series, investigative journalists Dan Ashby and Lucy Taylor deep-…

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Series 1 - 1. A Deathbed Tape 14:46

1+ y ago14:46

14:46

A trucker leaves a tape about an appalling crime. Three words echo - Dig it Up. It leads one couple to the story of an illegal million-tonne dump in the UK. In this BBC Radio 4 podcast series, investigative journalists Dan Ashby and Lucy Taylor deep-dive into one of the worst environment crimes in UK history. They uncover missing documents, fears o…

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Introducing Buried - Series 1 3:04

1+ y ago3:04

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A trucker leaves a deathbed tape about an appalling crime. It leads two reporters into a criminal underworld. But what did the man in the tape know? His plea: dig it up.By BBC Radio 4

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