Part Two: Lee Atwater: The Political Dirty Tricks Artist Who Gave us President(s) George Bush

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Part Four: Jimmy Savile: Britain's Unending Nightmare

Robert concludes the harrowing tale of Jimmy Saville by explaining the horrific reach his relationship with Margaret Thatcher gave him into the NHS, and how he lived out his days as BBC royalty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Part Three: Jimmy Savile: Britain's Unending Nightmare

Now Jimmy Saville is at the top of the world: he's become a radio and TV star and found his way into the Royal family's good graces. Now we see what he does with power and access.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

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