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Royal Swindle
Hosted by Exactly Right Media and iHeartPodcasts · EN
In 1996, two Aussie lesbian lovers touch down in London and become the toast of British high society. One of them starts touting an exclusive investment opportunity and, before long, the money is rolling in.
But the millionaire duo are concealing a dark past and dastardly intentions. Unsuspecting businessmen and England’s horse-loving elite fall under their seductive spell. Even Queen Elizabeth II gets a dose of the couple’s irresistible charms. But when a small-town detective gets wind of their exploits and vows to stop them, he finds they are exceedingly hard to catch. Host Becky Milligan tracks down one half of the duplicitous duo and persuades her to tell all in this extraordinary tale of greed, lies and love. A true rom-con for the ages.
Royal Swindle is a Blanchard House production for USG Audio, in partnership with Exactly Right Media.
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Episode 4: Good Cop, Bad Cop
6d ago00:35:57Summary readyIn England, Evelyn plays it cool as Detective Jim Frost turns up the heat on the couple’s investment business. More details emerge about Evelyn and Laila’s dark past in Australia and their hasty escape overseas. But just as Jim Frost thinks he has the couple cornered, their loyal butler Lars comes to the rescue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryEpisode 3: Cat and Mouse
2w ago00:37:32Summary readyA fire alarm at Evelyn and Laila’s country hotel has potentially catastrophic consequences for our Aussie couple. Laila attempts to reassure their spooked investors. Meanwhile, a small-town detective starts to take a keen interest in Evelyn’s business activities. And Laila reveals her tough start in life and how she got drawn into Melbourne’s sex trade. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryEpisode 2: The Golden Ticket
3w ago00:39:44Summary readyEvelyn and Laila get a rude awakening at one of London’s swankiest hotels. They set their sights on the British royals as Evelyn spots a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take their investment business to the next level. But drunk with success, the pair make a miscalculation which will very soon come back to haunt them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryEpisode 1: The Horsey Set
3w ago00:32:43Summary readyEngland, 1996. Two larger-than-life, fabulously wealthy Australian women blow into town promising rich investors spectacular returns. Evelyn Burton and her lover Laila Andre are welcomed into the rarefied world of horses and old money, making plans to buy a vast country house with a huge staff. But the colourful couple are concealing a dark past and diabolical intentions. Royal Swindle is a Blanchard House production for USG Audio, in partnership with Exactly Right Media. Hosted by: Becky Milligan Written and Produced by: Becky Milligan and Seren Jones Original Music by: Daniel Lloyd Evans, Louis Nanke-Mannell and Toby Matimong Sound Design and Mix Engineering by: Volkan Kiziltug, Toby Matimong and Daniel Lloyd-Evans Story Development by: Duncan Barber Managing Producer: Amica Sciortino Nowlan Production Support from: Josh Laolagi at USG Audio Creative Director of Blanchard House: Rosie Pye Executive Producer and Head of Content at Blanchard House: Laurence Grissell Executive Producer from USG Audio: Josh Bloch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryIntroducing Royal Swindle
Jul 900:02:31Summary readyTwo Aussie lesbian lovers touch down in 1990s London and become the toast of British high society. They charm rich businessmen, England's horse-loving elite, and even Queen Elizabeth herself. But the glamorous duo are concealing a dark past and dastardly intentions—and when a small-town detective vows to bring them down, he finds they are exceedingly hard to catch. Hosted by award-winning journalist Becky Milligan. Royal Swindle is a Blanchard House production for USG Audio, in partnership with Exactly Right Media. Premieres Thursday, July 23rd. Follow Royal Swindle wherever you get your podcasts—and see rare photos from the story at @exactlyright on Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Introducing Two-Faced: John of God
Jan 2800:02:53Summary readyFor decades, João Teixeira de Faria — known as John of God — was revered as a spiritual healer who claimed to perform miraculous surgeries without anesthesia. Desperate people from around the world traveled to Brazil, believing he could cure what doctors could not. But behind the promise of divine healing was something far darker. Hosted by award-winning journalist Martina Castro, Two-Faced: John of God is a six-episode limited series from Exactly Right Media and Adonde Media. Premieres Wednesday, February 4. New episodes drop every Wednesday on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Este podcast también está disponible en español — búsquenlo como Dos Caras: Juan de Dios. See photos from the story at @exactlyright on Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Hell in Heaven - 8: At Last
Nov 2000:44:35Summary readyAnn contemplates leaving Costa Rica forever. A drug bust and a prison visit lead to speculation about the Benders’ former head of security and his role in events. Everyone drawn into the couple’s orbit reflects on this shocking story. The final chapter revisits the jungle house, now abandoned, and the mysteries that refuse to die.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Hell in Heaven - 7: A Second Chance
Nov 1300:34:44Summary readyThe second trial concludes with a verdict that stuns Costa Rica. Ann Bender adjusts to a completely new way of life as a terrible tragedy shatters her world further. Meanwhile, public opinion dramatically shifts. A second trial is granted, the defence sharpens their case and judges consider the evidence one last time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Hell in Heaven - 6: The Folly of Two
Nov 600:32:37Summary readyJohn Bender’s death soon becomes a cause celebre. But the woman at the centre of police suspicion is now the hospital. Ann’s psychiatrist is shocked at her physical and mental state. As the full story of the Benders’ isolation unfolds, prosecutors make their move and judges reach a verdict. But the Costa Rican authorities have a surprise in store.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Hell in Heaven - 5: The Night Of
Oct 3000:35:18Summary readyIt’s midnight in the jungle. The Benders are alone. A single shot rings out. One person is dead. As police arrive on the scene, they initially conclude it’s a suicide. But suspicion grows and the scene raises questions. But soon, the suspect is out of reach of detectives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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