10 episodes

The largest oil spill in American history captivated the public's attention for the entire summer of 2010. Authorities told a story of a herculean response effort that made shorelines safe and avoided a worst case scenario. Was that really the whole picture?

From Western Sound and APM Studios, Ripple is a new series investigating the stories we were told were over.

In Season One, we travel hundreds of miles across the Gulf Coast to learn the ongoing effects of the 2010 Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill - which are still impacting many coastal residents more than a decade later.

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    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 5 Ratings

The largest oil spill in American history captivated the public's attention for the entire summer of 2010. Authorities told a story of a herculean response effort that made shorelines safe and avoided a worst case scenario. Was that really the whole picture?

From Western Sound and APM Studios, Ripple is a new series investigating the stories we were told were over.

In Season One, we travel hundreds of miles across the Gulf Coast to learn the ongoing effects of the 2010 Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill - which are still impacting many coastal residents more than a decade later.

    1. Company Canal

    1. Company Canal

    Do you remember the BP oil spill?

    • 55 min
    2. VOO

    2. VOO

    A struggle ensues on the gulf coast over who gets to decide when the oil spill is over.

    • 49 min
    3. Crude

    3. Crude

    The impacts of the oil spill linger for those who were hired to clean up the Gulf.

    • 48 min
    4. Three Days in May

    4. Three Days in May

    In May, 2010, concerns about the safety of the clean-up operation culminate in a little-known incident.

    • 46 min
    5. Binds

    5. Binds

    As research studying the clean-up efforts ramps up, concerning data emerges.

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    • 46 min
    6. Attrition

    6. Attrition

    A never-before-heard first hand account sheds new light on the clean-up of the BP oil spill.

    We want to hear what you think about Ripple! Please help us out by filling out a short audience survey:  ripplepodcast.org/survey

    • 54 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
5 Ratings

5 Ratings

FifiGoggo ,

This is how you do a podcast.

Honestly one of the most immersive, intriguing pieces of investigative journalism I’ve come across via podcast. Only half way through and if my jaw continues to hit the floor like this for the remainder of the series, I will need surgery. SO well done - thank you.

Micnic121 ,

Worth every minute of your time

A fascinating look into the outcomes of the Deepwater Horizon disaster, focusing on those affected and let down by the authorities involved in the clean up. A deeply moving human story, expertly researched, written and produced.

DottiM123 ,

Investigative journalism at its finest!

This is one of the best podcasts I’ve listened to in a long time. The journalism is first class, as is the storytelling. It’s a must listen!

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