In a world increasingly shaped by online perception, a new wave of victims is emerging from boardrooms to lecture halls. The investigative podcast Targeted is bringing their stories to light.
Produced by Next Chapter Podcasts, Targeted is a unique series that dissects how media manipulation, political retaliation, and institutional power are being weaponized to discredit ordinary people. The podcast has quickly gained traction, reaching over 1.2 million listeners since its launch in March 2025.
Across its episodes, Targeted features individuals who have faced reputational ruin, often through paid media placements, politicized prosecutions, or legal tools used as smokescreens. But instead of fighting fire with fire, these individuals have taken a different path: truth, documentation, and due process.
Listeners have been captivated by the real-life experiences of:
- Jonathan Taylor, a UK lawyer-turned-whistleblower targeted after exposing corporate wrongdoing
- Aron Shaviv, a political strategist pursued over high-stakes campaigns
- Pavel Ivlev, a Russian lawyer forced into exile
- Nathan Law, a pro-democracy activist facing ongoing threats in the UK
- Gaurav Srivastava, a businessman battling a disinformation campaign
- Amalia Zatari, a BBC journalist that exposed a large-scale snitching campaign against academics and political activists in her home country
“Once you go down the ‘targeting’ rabbit hole, there’s no going back,” said host Zach Abramowitz. “It’s staggering how easily someone’s life can be dismantled and how little most people know about the mechanisms used to make it happen. I’m honoured that so many listeners are joining us in shining a light on these stories.”
What makes Targeted particularly timely and relevant is how it connects seemingly isolated stories into a larger pattern. From red notices to reputational warfare, the podcast shows how tactics once associated with rogue regimes are now quietly being used by private actors, governments, and corporations, often with long-standing and devastating effect. Its growing audience demonstrates a rising public awareness of just how fragile truth and reputation can be.
Episodes are available on all major platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. The Targeted website also features resources and updates on ongoing investigations and upcoming episodes.
To learn more or listen now, visit www.targeted.com
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