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Cocaine Inc.

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The Times & True Crime Australia

Inside the global cocaine industry, where profits are counted up in millions and losses measured out in murders. This worldwide investigation from The Times, Sunday Times and NewsCorp Australia, reveals how the drug business works like any multi-billion dollar corporation. Cocaine Inc. is hosted by Fiona Hamilton, chief reporter at The Times, David Collins, northern editor at The Sunday Times, and Stephen Drill, national correspondent at News Corp Australia. Follow so you never miss an episode. To listen ad-free subscribe to [Crime X+] (https://apple.co/3Vqsoy7) To find out more visit cocaineinc.com.au Get in touch: [cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk] (mailto:cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk) Visit us on socials: Crime X+: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/crimexplus/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@crimexplus) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/CrimeXPlus) The Times: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/thetimes/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@thetimes) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/timesandsundaytimes)

#13

Bonus episode 3: Colombia - seized and stolen again

Stephen Drill talks to journalist Richard McColl about living and working at the centre of the global cocaine trade. Follow so you never miss an episode. To listen ad-free subscribe to [Crime X+] (https://apple.co/3Vqsoy7) To find out more visit [cocaineinc.com.au] (http://cocaineinc.com.au/) Get in touch: cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk Visit us on socials: Crime X+: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/crimexplus/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@crimexplus) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/CrimeXPlus) The Times: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/thetimes/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@thetimes) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/timesandsundaytimes) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

07 Sep 2024

31 MINS

31:47

07 Sep 2024

#12

Bonus episode 2: Question Time

Cocaine Inc. hosts Fiona, David and Stephen answer your questions about the drug business and how they made the series. Follow so you never miss an episode. To listen ad-free subscribe to [Crime X+] (https://apple.co/3Vqsoy7) To find out more visit [cocaineinc.com.au] (http://cocaineinc.com.au/) Get in touch: cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

13 Jul 2024

42 MINS

42:16

13 Jul 2024

#11

Bonus episode: The Artist

Stephen Mee, a former cocaine trafficker who worked with the Cali Cartel, sits down to discuss how he built an illicit empire. David Collins and executive producer Will Roe meet Stephen in his artist’s studio. Follow so you never miss an episode. To listen ad-free subscribe to [Crime X+] (https://apple.co/3Vqsoy7) To find out more visit [cocaineinc.com.au] (http://cocaineinc.com.au/) Get in touch: [cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk ] (mailto:cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk ) Visit us on socials: Crime X+: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/crimexplus/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@crimexplus) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/CrimeXPlus) The Times: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/thetimes/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@thetimes) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/timesandsundaytimes) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

06 Jul 2024

38 MINS

38:05

06 Jul 2024

#10

Bringing it Home | 8

The investigation takes us to a $10 million home in a leafy city suburb. Back home in Melbourne, Stephen Drill picks up a money trail leading right past his front door. Follow so you never miss an episode. To listen ad-free subscribe to [Crime X+] (https://apple.co/3Vqsoy7) To find out more visit [cocaineinc.com.au] (http://cocaineinc.com.au/) Get in touch: [cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk] (mailto:cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk) Visit us on socials: Crime X+: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/crimexplus/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@crimexplus) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/CrimeXPlus) The Times: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/thetimes/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@thetimes) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/timesandsundaytimes) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

29 Jun 2024

43 MINS

43:21

29 Jun 2024

#9

The Dubai Gold Rush | 7

Undercover in a gleaming world where nobody asks questions. David Collins follows the money trail through Dubai’s crowded gold souk to its luxurious office blocks. Follow so you never miss an episode. To listen ad-free subscribe to [Crime X+] (https://apple.co/3Vqsoy7) To find out more visit [cocaineinc.com.au] (http://cocaineinc.com.au/) Get in touch: cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk Visit us on socials: Crime X+: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/crimexplus/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@crimexplus) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/CrimeXPlus) The Times: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/thetimes/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@thetimes) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/timesandsundaytimes) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

25 Jun 2024

39 MINS

39:01

25 Jun 2024

#8

Sunshine and Lollipops | 6

Drug money is carried out of the UK in suitcases carried by passengers travelling in luxury. A cash mule tells David Collins about the brazen operation used to smuggle millions to Dubai. This episode contains descriptions of suicidal thoughts. If you or someone you know has been affected by the issues raised, the following organisations can help: [Samaritans] (https://www.samaritans.org/) in the UK - 24-hour helpline - 116 123 [Lifeline] (https://www.lifeline.org.au/) in Australia - 24-hour helpline 13 11 14 To listen ad-free subscribe to [Crime X+] (https://apple.co/3Vqsoy7) To find out more visit [cocaineinc.com.au] (http://cocaineinc.com.au/) Get in touch: [cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk ] (mailto:cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk ) Visit us on socials: Crime X+: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/crimexplus/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@crimexplus) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/CrimeXPlus) The Times: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/thetimes/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@thetimes) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/timesandsundaytimes) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

22 Jun 2024

38 MINS

38:13

22 Jun 2024

#7

The Woodchurch Estate | 5

On the streets of northern England where chaos reigns among those doing the selling. David Collins spends time in Merseyside, speaking to those working in the retail arm of the cocaine business. Follow so you never miss an episode. To listen ad-free subscribe to [Crime X+] (https://apple.co/3Vqsoy7) To find out more visit [cocaineinc.com.au] (http://cocaineinc.com.au/) Get in touch: [cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk] (mailto:cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk) Visit us on socials: Crime X+: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/crimexplus/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@crimexplus) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/CrimeXPlus) The Times: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/thetimes/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@thetimes) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/timesandsundaytimes) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

18 Jun 2024

35 MINS

35:31

18 Jun 2024

#6

Get in touch | Q&A

Send us your questions for our bonus Q&A episode. Email [cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk] (mailto:cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk) Get in touch directly with the reporters on Twitter/ X: @Fhamiltontimes @DavidCollinsST @steveheraldsun or use the Crime X+ social media @crimexplus on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/crimexplus/) and [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@crimexplus?lang=en) Crime X Plus on [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/CrimeXPlus) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

16 Jun 2024

00 MINS

00:45

16 Jun 2024

#5

The Pineapple Trader | 4

Europe’s vast ports act as logistic hubs in a worldwide operation that relies on corruption and torture. In the Netherlands, Fiona Hamilton reveals the industrial scale of the cocaine business - and how it always leads to violence. Follow so you never miss an episode. To listen ad-free subscribe to [Crime X+] (https://apple.co/3Vqsoy7) To find out more visit [cocaineinc.com.au] (http://cocaineinc.com.au/) Get in touch: [cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk] (mailto:cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk) Visit us on socials: Crime X+: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/crimexplus/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@crimexplus) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/CrimeXPlus) The Times: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/thetimes/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@thetimes) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/timesandsundaytimes) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

15 Jun 2024

34 MINS

34:48

15 Jun 2024

#4

The 64 Million Percent Mark-up | 3

As cocaine is smuggled out of South America it multiplies in value, driving people to extremes. Stephen Drill follows the trail to Mexico and uncovers how the numbers used by law enforcement do not add up. Follow so you never miss an episode. To listen ad-free subscribe to [Crime X+] (https://apple.co/3Vqsoy7) To find out more visit [cocaineinc.com.au] (http://cocaineinc.com.au/) Get in touch: [cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk] (mailto:cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk) Visit us on socials: Crime X+: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/crimexplus/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@crimexplus) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/CrimeXPlus) The Times: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/thetimes/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@thetimes) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/timesandsundaytimes) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

11 Jun 2024

32 MINS

32:41

11 Jun 2024

#3

The Sweet Song | 2

Where people fight and die in the coca plantations. In Colombia, Stephen Drill discovers how the international cocaine business starts, and the cost paid by everyone it touches. Follow so you never miss an episode. To listen ad-free subscribe to [Crime X+] (https://apple.co/3Vqsoy7) To find out more visit [cocaineinc.com.au] (http://cocaineinc.com.au/) Get in touch: [cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk] (mailto:cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk) Visit us on socials: Crime X+: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/crimexplus/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@crimexplus) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/CrimeXPlus) The Times: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/thetimes/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@thetimes) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/timesandsundaytimes) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

08 Jun 2024

29 MINS

29:56

08 Jun 2024

#2

A Shooting at Christmas | 1

A brutal attack on an innocent young woman sends the reporters on a global investigation. David Collins visits Merseyside in northern England, where 26-year-old Elle Edwards was shot while celebrating Christmas Eve. Follow so you never miss an episode. To listen ad-free subscribe to [Crime X+] (https://apple.co/3Vqsoy7) To find out more visit [cocaineinc.com.au] (http://cocaineinc.com.au/) Get in touch: [cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk] (mailto:cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk) Visit us on socials: Crime X+: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/crimexplus/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@crimexplus) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/CrimeXPlus) The Times: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/thetimes/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@thetimes) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/timesandsundaytimes) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

08 Jun 2024

26 MINS

26:51

08 Jun 2024

#1

Introducing - Cocaine Inc.

Coming on 9 June - Inside the global cocaine industry, where profits are counted up in millions and losses measured out in murders. This worldwide investigation from The Times, Sunday Times and NewsCorp Australia, reveals how the drug business works like any multi-billion dollar corporation. Cocaine Inc. is hosted by Fiona Hamilton, chief reporter at The Times, David Collins, northern editor at The Sunday Times, and Stephen Drill, national correspondent at News Corp Australia. Follow so you never miss an episode. To listen ad-free subscribe to [Crime X+] (https://apple.co/3Vqsoy7) To find out more visit [cocaineinc.com.au] (http://cocaineinc.com.au/) Get in touch: [cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk] (mailto:cocaineinc@thetimes.co.uk) Visit us on socials: Crime X+: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/crimexplus/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@crimexplus) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/CrimeXPlus) The Times: [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/thetimes/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@thetimes) and [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/timesandsundaytimes) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

30 May 2024

02 MINS

02:04

30 May 2024

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#13

Bonus episode 3: Colombia - seized and stolen again

#12

Bonus episode 2: Question Time

#11

Bonus episode: The Artist

#10

Bringing it Home | 8

#9

The Dubai Gold Rush | 7

#8

Sunshine and Lollipops | 6

#7

The Woodchurch Estate | 5

#6

Get in touch | Q&A

#5

The Pineapple Trader | 4

#4

The 64 Million Percent Mark-up | 3

#3

The Sweet Song | 2

#2

A Shooting at Christmas | 1

#1

Introducing - Cocaine Inc.