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EPISODE · May 11, 2026 · 21 MIN

Jimmy Savile - The Monster They Let In

from Across The Pond · host DrNotAsEvil

Behind the glitter, fame, and decades of public admiration was one of Britain’s darkest hidden scandals. In this episode, we uncover the disturbing crimes and long trail of abuse linked to Jimmy Savile — the television personality once celebrated as a national treasure who used power, celebrity, and influence to evade justice for years.We explore how Savile manipulated institutions, the shocking testimonies of survivors, and the failures that allowed his crimes to remain hidden in plain sight.We also examine the atmosphere of fear and corruption surrounding the era, while looking at the wider backdrop of violent crime in Yorkshire — including the shadow cast by the infamous Yorkshire Ripper.This is a chilling deep dive into fame, predation, media silence, and one of the most horrifying abuse scandals in British history.⚠️ Viewer discretion advised: This episode contains discussions of abuse, violence, and disturbing real-life events.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/across-the-pond--6537033/support.LEAVE US THOSE 5 STAR REVIEWS! THEY REALLY HELP US! Visit our website for all the latest and buy Guys books at:https://www.acrossthepondpodcast.co.uk/We run on Coffee! Want to buy us one?https://coff.ee/acrossthepondpodJoin our Facebook group and discuss this episode:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1374944543747219This episode includes AI-generated content.

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