Dangerous Memories | Tortoise Investigates
4.6/5
Critic Rating
Elon Musk is one of the most powerful men in the world. He's a billionaire, the founder of SpaceX, Tesla and more. To his followers, he's a hero; to his critics, a far-right rabble rouser. But for someone so public, there’s one part of his life that’s less well known.Elon’s Spies investigates how this free-speech champion uses private investigators and surveillance to target everyone from whistleblowers at his companies, to online critics and people in his own life. Episode 1 is available on Tuesday 8th October, with episodes releasing weekly. To get ad-free access and binge listen to all 3...
Critic Reviews
Score: 4
Rebecca Lavoie, Kevin Flynn, Lara Bricker & Toby Ball • Crime Writers On • Oct 3, 2024
"Kevin was intrigued by the theory it was their societal station that made them targets. Toby really appreciated this new take on the coercive control genre. Rebecca would have made the stakes clearer in the beginning instead of waiting until the end."
Score: 5
Lucy White • Irish Independent • Aug 29, 2024
"It’s a harrowing tale of brainwashing – and ripe for a reimagining from the likes of Sofia Coppola, or Joanna Hogg. …"
Score: 5
Miranda Sawyer • The Guardian • Jul 27, 2024
"...a weird but addictive new series...I’ve heard all six episodes, and remained fascinated and horrified throughout. A sensitive telling of a really difficult story. Recommended."
Score: 4.5
Kev (Tea In The Sahara) • Tea In The Sahara • Jul 8, 2024
"“Dangerous Memories” is a meticulously crafted podcast...This weapons-grade thriller audio drama is brought to life by investigative journalism led by Grace Hughes-Hallet. The fact that it’s based on real events does make it even more sinister and sobering."
