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Last man standing

Last man standing

The Times

In 2012, British photojournalist John Cantlie was kidnapped in Syria by Islamic State. While his fellow hostages were released or murdered, he remained captive. Then, a series of Isis propaganda videos emerged, fronted by Cantlie. He hasn’t been seen since. In this 8-part series, The Times’ war correspondent Anthony Loyd sets out to investigate the life - and fate - of the missing hostage.

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Last man standing - On the trail (Pt 1)

On the trail (Pt 1)

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06/23/22 • 35 min

Anthony Loyd begins his investigation into the disappearance of journalist John Cantlie, who was taken by Isis in 2012. He explores the events of a prior kidnap and asks: what compelled John to return to Syria after his first escape?

This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today and get one month free at: thetimes.co.uk/storiesofourtimes.

Hosts: Manveen Rana and Anthony Loyd, War Correspondent, The Times.

Clips: BBC, 5Live, CNN, NBC, Broadcasting House (BBC Radio 4).



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Last man standing - The kidnap (Pt 2)

The kidnap (Pt 2)

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06/30/22 • 39 min

Anthony investigates details of John Cantlie and his colleague James Foley’s abduction in 2012. He speaks to those who were with them and explores possible reasons the men were targeted.

This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today and get one month free at: thetimes.co.uk/storiesofourtimes.

Hosts: Manveen Rana and Anthony Loyd, War Correspondent, The Times.

Clips: BBC, Al Jazeera, Guardian.



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Last man standing - There but for the grace of God (Pt 4)
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07/14/22 • 52 min

For Anthony this story is personal as he reveals that he himself was captured while reporting on the Syrian conflict. What is it like to be a journalist covering war? And what does his experience tell us about John Cantlie's kidnap?

This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today and get one month free at: thetimes.co.uk/storiesofourtimes.

Hosts: Manveen Rana and Anthony Loyd, War Correspondent, The Times.

Clips: BBC and CNN.



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Last man standing - Missing (Pt 3)

Missing (Pt 3)

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07/07/22 • 38 min

John Cantlie is missing and there are no leads in the case. The hunt is on for his whereabouts, when a rapper shows up in a Belgian prison saying he has information to share. What can this man tell us about John’s location and the conditions they both experienced as Isis hostages?

This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today and get one month free at: thetimes.co.uk/storiesofourtimes.

Hosts: Manveen Rana and Anthony Loyd, War Correspondent, The Times.

Clips: Ready4jerri.



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Last man standing - Lend me your ears  (Pt 6)

Lend me your ears (Pt 6)

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07/28/22 • 51 min

As one by one the British and American hostages are killed by their captors, John Cantlie emerges in a series of Islamic State propaganda films, ‘Lend Me Your Ears’. His new role keeps him alive. It also attracts questions. Is the hostage becoming a willing messenger?

This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today and get one month free at: thetimes.co.uk/storiesofourtimes.

Hosts: Manveen Rana and Anthony Loyd, War Correspondent, The Times.

Clips: CNN, CBS, EWTN, USA Today, NBC, ABC, EuroNews, eNCA.



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Last man standing - Freedom is for other people (Pt 5)
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07/21/22 • 46 min

Some of the hostages who were held with John Cantlie describe what life was like inside their prison cell, under the watch of brutal Isis guards. Their captors had a special role in mind for John... but why did Isis pick him?

This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today and get one month free at: thetimes.co.uk/storiesofourtimes.

Hosts: Manveen Rana and Anthony Loyd, War Correspondent, The Times.

Clips: Acceleration TV, Bikes Aloud, Enduro Africa.



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Last man standing - Inside Mosul (Pt 7)

Inside Mosul (Pt 7)

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08/04/22 • 55 min

Anthony retraces John Cantlie’s steps on the streets of Mosul, the Iraqi city where John was last seen alive.

This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today and get one month free at: thetimes.co.uk/storiesofourtimes.

Hosts: Manveen Rana and Anthony Loyd, War Correspondent, The Times.

Clips: CNN and BBC.



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Last man standing - Last man standing - Coming soon
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06/20/22 • 2 min

In 2012, British photojournalist John Cantlie was kidnapped in Syria by Islamic State. While his fellow hostages were released or murdered, he remained captive. Then, a series of Isis propaganda videos emerged, fronted by Cantlie. He hasn’t been seen since. In this new series, the Times’ war correspondent Anthony Loyd sets out to investigate the life - and fate - of the missing hostage.

This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today and get one month free at: thetimes.co.uk/storiesofourtimes.



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Last man standing - Restless ghosts (Pt 8)

Restless ghosts (Pt 8)

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08/11/22 • 55 min

When a British minister tells reporters that John Cantlie is still alive in February 2019, the search is on again. What does the British government know? Anthony Loyd shares his conclusions.

This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today and get one month free at: thetimes.co.uk/storiesofourtimes.

Hosts: Manveen Rana and Anthony Loyd, War Correspondent, The Times.

Clips: CNN, Sky, Voice of America, Channel 4, ABC.



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FAQ

How many episodes does Last man standing have?

Last man standing currently has 9 episodes available.

What topics does Last man standing cover?

The podcast is about News, Investigative, True Crime, History, Middle East and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on Last man standing?

The episode title 'On the trail (Pt 1)' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Last man standing?

The average episode length on Last man standing is 42 minutes.

How often are episodes of Last man standing released?

Episodes of Last man standing are typically released every 6 days, 23 hours.

When was the first episode of Last man standing?

The first episode of Last man standing was released on Jun 20, 2022.

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