Jimmy Savile: The TRUTH Behind The BBC's Darkest Chapter
Jimmy Savile was one of the most recognisable faces on British television, a tireless charity worker and larger-than-life public figure... But behind the eccentric persona lay one of the most horrific legacies in UK history.
In this episode, Tom, Ben and Dan explore how Savile manipulated his way through British institutions, from the BBC to hospitals and schools, for over five decades. They investigate how rumours were ignored, power was abused, and victims were silenced.
From his early days in Leeds to becoming a national treasure, and the posthumous unravelling of his crimes, this case is a sobering look at institutional failure and the consequences of unchecked celebrity.
⏱️ CHAPTERS
00:00 – Viewer Discretion
04:46 – Early Life in Leeds
15:50 – Jim’ll Fix It & Public Persona
20:22 – Rise to Untouchable Status
26:23 – Timeline Begins
30:04 – Access to Hospitals & BBC
42:05 – Death & The Unravelling Scandal
50:00 – Operation Yewtree Launched
64:20 – Case Close & Outro
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🎙️ Written & presented by Tom Norris & Ben Carter
🎧 Mixed by Dan Lambert at Boston Sound
🎨 Artwork & animation by Phil Whitton
🎵 Theme by Alfie Indra
🗣️ Additional voice-over Tom Turner
✍️ Additional research by Danielle St Romaine
🎬 Edited by Ben Bonsey
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