Can You Hear Me?

BONUS - The One Where We are Incensed


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TW: This episode contains descriptions of physical and emotional abuse. It also discusses themes of religious manipulation and institutional betrayal. Listener discretion is advised.

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In this bonus episode, we discuss the recent revelations surrounding the Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, and his failure to adequately address child abuse allegations within the Church of England. This news comes just weeks after the resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, for similar reasons.

Episode Highlights:

  • 00:01:18 - The Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, failed to act on reports of child sexual abuse by a priest.  

  • 00:02:11 - Details of the abuse and cover-up by the church, including moving the abuser to different parishes.

  • 00:04:16 - Discussion of a BBC File on Four program about the abuser, David Tudor.

  • 00:06:03 - A shocking interview with a local official who downplays the abuse due to its historical nature.

  • 00:09:45 - The church's inadequate safeguarding measures and the ongoing pattern of abuse and cover-ups.

  • 00:13:08 - The impact on victims and the need for accountability and reform within the church.

  • Referenced in the episode:

    • BBC File on Four program on David Tudor (aired December 17th, 2024)

    • BBC Today program interview with Bishop Helen-Ann Hartley (aired December 16th, 2024)  

    • The Church of England’s Statement on BBC File on Four program on David Tudor

    • This episode was written and hosted by Lucy Duckworth & Mark O'Sullivan, produced by ⁠Lucy Lucraft⁠ and brought to you by The Survivors Trust.

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