What Happened To Annie?

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Winner - best serialised podcast, New York Festivals RadioWinner - best audio investigation, Association of International Broadcasters In 2005, the body of 30-year-old Swedish woman, Annie Börjesson, was found on Prestwick beach on Scotland's west coast.The authorities told Annie’s mother her daughter died of suicide.However, in the years since, a new narrative has emerged that points not to suicide, but murder, cover-up, and one of the world’s most secretive security agencies. Originally published in 2019, Sky News' multi award-winning podcast series examines What Happened To Annie? - a seven-part investigation into the mysterious life and death of Annie Borjesson.Narrated by Rona DougallProduced by Robert Mulhern#WhatHappenedToAnnie

Episodes

  1. 1. The Body On The Beach

    EPISODE 1

    1. The Body On The Beach

    In December 2005, a dog walker discovers the body of a Swedish woman on Prestwick beach in Ayrshire on Scotland's west coast. Annie Börjesson’s family are told the 30-year-old died by suicide. But something felt wrong. Why had Annie been found along with her passport? Why didn't Annie board her flight at Prestwick airport? Originally published December 2019 Narrated by Rona Dougall Produced by Robert Mulhern #WhatHappenedToAnnie

    23 min
  2. 2. The Case For Murder?

    EPISODE 2

    2. The Case For Murder?

    Having learned that a London funeral company notified Scottish Police about disturbing markings on Annie’s body, her mother, Guje Börjesson, and best friend, Maria, set off on their own investigation. But some disturbing discoveries lie in wait. Originally published December 2019 Narrated by Rona Dougall Produced by Robert Mulhern #WhatHappenedToAnnie

    23 min
  3. 3. Testing The Evidence

    EPISODE 3

    3. Testing The Evidence

    As Annie Börjesson's family continue their search for answers, they are forced to consider a somewhat incredible theory. Could Annie’s death in some way be connected to CIA activity at Prestwick Airport? Originally published December 2019 Narrated by Rona Dougall Produced by Robert Mulhern #WhatHappenedToAnnie

    19 min
  4. 4. The CIA and Prestwick

    EPISODE 4

    4. The CIA and Prestwick

    Kristina Börjesson, a campaigning US journalist with a similar name to Annie, finds herself at the centre of a story, linking Annie’s death with secret CIA flight’s through Prestwick Airport in 2005. Could Annie have died in a case of mistaken identity? Originally published December 2019 Narrated by Rona Dougall Produced by Robert Mulhern #WhatHappenedToAnnie

    24 min
  5. 5. The Case For Suicide?

    EPISODE 5

    5. The Case For Suicide?

    In the case of Annie’s death, how might the police have arrived at their conclusion of suicide? Anyone feeling emotionally distressed or suicidal can call Samaritans for help on 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org in the UK. In the US, call the Samaritans branch in your area or 1 (800) 273-TALK. Originally published December 2019 Narrated by Rona Dougall Produced by Robert Mulhern #WhatHappenedToAnnie

    22 min
  6. 6. The Search For Answers

    EPISODE 6

    6. The Search For Answers

    Was Annie Börjesson murdered or did she die by suicide? As Guje and Maria make one final journey, the investigation attempts to reach a conclusion. Originally published December 2019 Narrated by Rona Dougall Produced by Robert Mulhern #WhatHappenedToAnnie

    23 min
  7. 7. The Fight For Key Evidence

    EPISODE 7

    7. The Fight For Key Evidence

    Classified files, the fight for key evidence and family reaction. This additional episode updates with developments in the case of Annie Börjesson since part 6 of the series. Originally published March 2020 Presented by Jayne Secker Produced by Robert Mulhern and Jayne Secker Edited by Dave Terris Production Assistance from Chris Scott and Charlotte Ekstrom

    23 min
  8. Trailer: What happened to Annie?

    03/07/2023

    Trailer: What happened to Annie?

    In 2005, the body of 30-year-old Swedish woman, Annie Börjesson, was found on Prestwick beach on Scotland's west coast. The authorities told Annie’s mother her daughter died of suicide. However, in the 14 years since, a new narrative has emerged that points not to suicide, but murder, cover-up and one of the world’s most secretive security agencies. Originally published in 2019 Narrated by Rona Dougall Produced by Robert Mulhern #WhatHappenedtoAnnie?

    1 min
  9. Introducing Patient 11

    29/01/2024

    Introducing Patient 11

    Young mother and former GB youth swimmer, Alexis Quinn, agrees to enter NHS England psychiatric care following a family tragedy. She could never imagine that her three-day admission will turn into a three-year ordeal. Then undiagnosed with autism, and often the subject of 24-hour surveillance as well as long periods in solitary confinement, Alexis descends to the darkest reaches of locked-in, psychiatric care. There, she encounters the kind of threat she never could have imagined in a secure mental health hospital. In a bid to break free, Alexis plots a daring escape. Making it back to her daughter, however, will pit her against some of the most powerful institutions in the State, including the police. This episode contains discussions about sexual assault. Narrated by Nicholas Pinnock (Top Boy, Django, For Life). To hear all episodes now, follow Patient 11 on your favourite podcast player.

    2 min
  10. Introducing... The World with Richard Engel and Yalda Hakim

    30/09/2024

    Introducing... The World with Richard Engel and Yalda Hakim

    Sky News’ Yalda Hakim and NBC’s Richard Engel have covered world events for years. Now, they team up for a new podcast to share their experiences from the frontline.     They debrief from global flashpoints and discuss their encounters with the biggest decision makers. They’ll also be joined by some of those key players to help make sense of world events.   From conflict in the Middle East, to the US election, and the war in Ukraine there is no better place for analysis and expertise. New episodes from Richard and Yalda every Wednesday, starting October 9th.

    2 min

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Winner - best serialised podcast, New York Festivals RadioWinner - best audio investigation, Association of International Broadcasters In 2005, the body of 30-year-old Swedish woman, Annie Börjesson, was found on Prestwick beach on Scotland's west coast.The authorities told Annie’s mother her daughter died of suicide.However, in the years since, a new narrative has emerged that points not to suicide, but murder, cover-up, and one of the world’s most secretive security agencies. Originally published in 2019, Sky News' multi award-winning podcast series examines What Happened To Annie? - a seven-part investigation into the mysterious life and death of Annie Borjesson.Narrated by Rona DougallProduced by Robert Mulhern#WhatHappenedToAnnie

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