EPISODE · Oct 9, 2025 · 24 MIN
The Life of Tom Parfett | Poison Ep. 1
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Twenty two-year-old Tom Parfett took his own life in October, 2021. As his father David begins to ask questions, what first appeared as an isolated tragedy reveals a darker truth - one that exposes the ease with which death can be bought online. WARNING: This series contains discussions about suicide. If you or someone you know has been affected or needs to talk to someone, please get in contact with the Samaritans online https://www.samaritans.org/ or call them for free on their 24-hour helpline 116 123.Host: James Beal, Social Affairs Editor, The TimesThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Twenty two-year-old Tom Parfett took his own life in October, 2021. As his father David begins to ask questions, what first appeared as an isolated tragedy reveals a darker truth - one that exposes the ease with which death can be bought online. WARNING: This series contains discussions about suicide. If you or someone you know has been affected or needs to talk to someone, please get in contact with the Samaritans online https://www.samaritans.org/ or call them for free on their 24-hour helpline 116 123.Host: James Beal, Social Affairs Editor, The TimesThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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