Shiny Bob: The Devil’s Advocate

Our take on Shiny Bob: The Devil’s Advocate podcast

Shiny Bob: The Devil's Advocate explores a judiciary controversy in Scotland, tackling accusations against a powerful lawyer recently found guilty of historical child abuse. This unnerving six-part series revisits a three-decade-old incident dubbed the 'Magic Circle Affair', laying bare a potential underbelly of illicit activities beneath it. Through interviews with victims, law enforcement, journalists, and court officials, this half-hour-long investigative podcast raises unnerving questions about a supposed underground network of gay judges. The tension heightens as a mysteriously shadowed attorney alleges possession of an illuminating list. A unique exploration of justice and concealed crimes. Shiny Bob: The Devil’s Advocate is a society & culture podcast by BBC Radio.