4. How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria?

Sylvia Eaves, a retired Opera singer with a knack for making friends, who lost thousands of pounds to Juliette D’Souza finds herself back in the thrall of the healer of Hampstead.

But this time, Juliette hasn’t counted on one DIY detective who will stand in her way: An intrepid nurse and amateur detective named Maria Feeney. 

Filthy Ritual is a Global Original podcast, produced by Global and Novel. In partnership with Dentsu Entertainment.

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