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The Andrew Gold Show (Heretics)

The Andrew Gold Show (Heretics)

By: Andrew Gold
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Journalist Andrew Gold talks to everyone from cult defectors and politicians to mainstream celebrities - people who’ve challenged the expected script and lived with the consequences. Formerly known as Heretics, guests include Robbie Williams, Chris Packham, Chris Williamson, David Baddiel, Richard Dawkins, Bonnie Blue, and former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss.Andrew Gold Social Sciences
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  • 665. Paul Gascoigne: A Boy Died In My Arms - It Made Me Psychotic

    665. Paul Gascoigne: A Boy Died In My Arms - It Made Me Psychotic
    Jun 25 2026
    This is what really caused Paul Gascoigne's problems - I had no idea. My 3 Must Re-Watch Moments: 04:30 – The Primal Wound: The moment Gazza describes the childhood trauma that "broke" his brain and planted the seeds for his future psychosis. 31:55 – The Raoul Moat Breakdown: A chilling breakdown of the infamous incident where Paul’s reality completely fractured under public scrutiny. 58:00 – This hit hard. While the world watches the World Cup, we investigate the darker side of England’s most famous talent. This isn't just an interview; it’s a psychological autopsy of a mind pushed to the brink. SUPPORT MY GUEST: Buy Paul Gascoigne's fascinating, poignant & hilarious new book: https://amzn.eu/d/076FkrqC SUPPORT MY SPONSOR: BON CHARGE: Go to https://boncharge.com and use code HERETICS to save 15%. RUMBLE WALLET: Take Control of Your Money and claim $5 in US Stablecoin (USA₮)! Download now at http://wallet.rumble.com/heretics and use the code Heretics5. Void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Offer available to US residents only. Offer not available in New York State. Must be 18+. Offer is available for a limited time and for the first 1000 wallets activated and funded. Details and full official rules available at http://rumble.com/promoofficialrules. --- We explore the "Gazza" phenomenon through a true crime lens: what triggers a total break from reality? We delve into the foundational trauma Paul suffered at age 10, the escalating paranoia that mirrored a psychological thriller, and the infamous Raoul Moat incident—a moment of public psychosis captured in real-time. This is a deep dive into the harrowing mechanics of a terrifying psychosis and the man who had to survive his own brain. Chapters: 0:00:00 — Gazza Highlights 0:02:32 — The Moment That Started Everything 0:05:57 — What They Made Him Do The Next Day 0:07:12 — The Nightmares, The Twitches 0:08:07 — Living With OCD: Two Days In One Day 0:13:08 — Six Weeks Without Sleep: "I Went Psychotic" 0:14:46 — The Parrots, The Pillars & Talking To Freddie Mercury 0:15:29 — "I Died. Here's What Happened Next" 0:19:09 — How Football Saved Him (And What It Cost) 0:21:53 — "I Was Better Than Messi" 0:24:17 — Glenn Hoddle, The Spiritualist And The World Cup Betrayal 0:30:57 — Hacked For 30 Years: The Phone, The Press, And The Paranoia 0:35:49 — Revenge On The Paparazzi 0:36:59 — Chicken, A Fishing Rod, And A Police Siege: The Raoul Moat Story 0:39:59 — Alcoholism: "I'm A Sad Drunk Now" 0:44:10 — Robbie Williams, Liam Gallagher, Gaddafi's Sons, And The Pope 0:50:41 — The Allegations, The Ex-Wife, And What He Says Really Happened 0:54:33 — Regrets, The Tackle, And The Tears At Italia 90 0:58:00 — "If You Could Talk To That Ten-Year-Old Boy, What Would You Say?" 1:01:40 — Are You Scared Of Dying? #PaulGascoigne #Gazza #TrueCrimePsychology #Psychosis #WorldCup #MentalHealth #Trauma #DarkPsychology #AndrewGold #Heretics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • 664. Blackbelt Barrister: Two Tier Justice & Sex Offender Let-Offs

    664. Blackbelt Barrister: Two Tier Justice & Sex Offender Let-Offs
    Jun 22 2026
    Is the UK legal system actually fair, or is “Two-Tier Justice” a documented reality? In this explosive interview, I sit down with the Black Belt Barrister to uncover a “shadowy cabal” that effectively creates our laws without being answerable to the public. SUPPORT MY GUEST: Follow @BlackBeltBarrister We dive deep into the most controversial cases of the year - from the shocking disparity between riot sentencing and sex offender leniency to the truth behind the Lucy Connolly case. Why do some offenders get 31 months for a social media post while others escape prison for heinous crimes? We also explore the “fear of getting it wrong” within the police force, the secret influence of the Sentencing Council, and why the Equality Act might need a complete “blank slate” reboot. This is the conversation about the British legal system that the mainstream media is too afraid to have. If you value unfiltered truth and deep-dive investigations, please subscribe and hit the notification bell. #TwoTierJustice #BlackBeltBarrister #UKLaw #FreeSpeech #SentencingCouncil #BritishJustice #Heretics #LegalDeepDive #PoliceReform #LucyConnolly #ShadowCabal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • 663. David Sullivan: Abuse Allegations, Silenced Media & a Countdown to 16

    663. David Sullivan: Abuse Allegations, Silenced Media & a Countdown to 16
    Jun 18 2026
    Why is the media afraid to mention this man? In this episode, I’m joined by journalist Matthew Steeples to pull back the curtain on one of the most powerful and untouchable figures in British media and business: David Sullivan. From his rise in the adult industry to his ownership of West Ham United and his significant influence within the BBC and Fleet Street, we explore why certain stories never see the light of day. Steeples breaks down the complex web of power, the "gagging orders," and the media's complicity in protecting elite interests. This is a deep dive into the shadows of the UK establishment you won't hear anywhere else. Support my guest - follow @mjs2781 (Matthew Steeples) Chapters: 0:00 The Untouchable: Who is David Sullivan? 4:15 The BBC’s Silent Pact: Why the Truth is Hidden 12:30 Matthew Steeples: Exposing the Fleet Street Cover-Up 19:45 From Porn to Premiership: The Sullivan Empire 28:10 The "Gagging Orders" That Silence Journalists 35:55 How the Elite Control Your News Cycle 42:15 The David Sullivan & West Ham Power Trip 51:00 Final Verdict: Is Anyone Truly Untouchable? #DavidSullivan #MatthewSteeples #BBC #WestHam #BritishMedia #Journalism #Exposed #Establishment #TrueCrime #AndrewGold #Heretics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    41 mins
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Utterly addicted. Imagine a great journalist like Louis Theroux being able to day what he ACTUALLY thinks! Andrew Gold is just brilliant! Bring an open mind.

Great content, fascinating guests, incredibly well presented.

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Andrew is a wonderful journalist with a real skill for talking to people about awkward and uneasy subjects. You might not agree with everything he has to say but I think he is very respectful of others with differing viewpoints and he has a way of explaining thoughts and ideas in a non-confrontational way. I wish all discussions could be like this. Expect to have your ideas challenged, your passions inflamed and your feathers ruffled with nuanced and open conversations.

Great Podcast and YouTube show

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