Faultline with Andy Burgess

Faultline with Andy Burgess

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The Battle Over London's $80 Billion Airport

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There's a long-standing conflict between London Heathrow Airport and local residents, exacerbated by the UK government's support for a third runway expansion. Join me as I explore why the UK is determined to push through this multi-billion pound project and its implications for the country and those caught in the middle.


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My journey began on Snapchat in 2016, covering stories ignored by mainstream media. This led to a Shorty Award nomination in 2018, signaling a demand for overlooked stories. I went on to create 'Origins' for Red Bull, showcasing the roots of extreme sports and their cultural impacts.


Through my travels, I document stories from diverse regions, revealing shared narratives despite cultural differences. Faultline aims to foster curiosity and understanding, countering fear and division.


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Why Europe's Forests Are Vanishing

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For months, I’ve been investigating the Wood Mafia in Romania, an underground network devastating Europe’s last virgin forests. The findings were more shocking than expected, uncovering a tale of greed, corruption, and the brave individuals fighting back.


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Faultline is produced by Andy Burgess with cinematography by Andy Burgess, Vlad Catoiu & Mack Mooney. Special thanks to Antoniu Bumb, Doug Ellin & Greenpeace Romania.


Faultline is a project documenting stories from overlooked people and places, aiming to shift perceptions and encourage curiosity.


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The Greek Village That Won't Die

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In 2015, residents of Sfendili on the Greek island of Crete were forced to vacate their homes as their village was submerged. They believed their sacrifice was a lifeline for the rest of the island. Today, Sfendili has resurfaced, prompting Andy to visit and connect with former residents to understand why Greece aims to drown this village.


Hi, I'm Andy, and I believe greater understanding leads to less division. In 2022, I launched Faultline to highlight stories from overlooked people and places, aiming to shift our global perspective. My filmmaking began on Snapchat in 2016, capturing stories often ignored by mainstream media. These stories encouraged me to focus the camera on others, leading to a Shorty Award nomination in 2018.


This path led me to create 'Origins' for Red Bull, a documentary series exploring the roots of extreme sports through communities that shaped them. My reporting journey has taken me to varied places, from the Arctic to the Middle East, across Eastern Europe, South Asia, the US, and forgotten communities in the UK. Everywhere, a common thread of storytelling emerges, revealing that real conversations discover common ground and new knowledge.


Faultline serves as a platform for stories from unexpected places. I travel to where stories exist, listen closely, and share my findings, advocating for curiosity over fear and changing our worldview. Join this journey.


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How A Village Was Swept Into The Sea (Boscastle Flood)

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On the 16th of August 2004, the village of Boscastle in Cornwall, England, was dramatically impacted by one of the most severe flash floods in British history. A massive 10-foot wave swept cars and buildings into the sea, capturing global attention. Andy witnessed this storm firsthand while on holiday nearby. Now, 20 years later, he explores local archives and revisits Boscastle to engage with residents and search and rescue personnel, documenting the storm's impact on the community and the efforts made in its aftermath.


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How the USSR Stole A Sea

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Explore the drastic transformation of the Aral Sea, once the fourth-largest lake in the world in 1960, now reduced to about 10% of its original size. This catastrophe, labeled as one of the planet's worst environmental disasters, has impacted millions across Central Asia. In this episode, Andy delves into what the USSR found in the region that made them drain the Aral Sea, and investigates whether there's hope for reversing the damage.


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Hi, I'm Andy and I started Faultline to document and report stories from overlooked people and places to shift perspectives on global issues. My journey began in 2016, telling stories of largely ignored parts of the world, leading to a Shorty Award nomination in 2018. This inspired me to create 'Origins' for Red Bull, a series exploring the roots of extreme sports in overlooked communities.


Throughout my career, I've reported from diverse regions like the Arctic, Middle East, Eastern Europe, South Asia, and the US, highlighting stories that transcend language and cultural barriers. Faultline aims to foster curiosity and understanding by sharing stories from unanticipated places, encouraging us to choose curiosity over fear.


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What Happened to London’s Other Underground

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There is an abandoned railway network 60 feet underneath London that wasn’t part of the London Underground. Known as the Post Office Railway (or the Mail Rail), its primary purpose was to move mail quickly across London and beyond. At its peak in 2003, this vital network suddenly shut down, going from delivering 4 million items a day to zero. In this episode, Andy explores why such an important system was forgotten.


Faultline, produced by Andy Burgess, takes you underground to uncover this mystery. Special thanks to Tom Harrow-Smith and The Postal Museum for their contributions.


Andy shares his filmmaking journey, explaining how he began on Snapchat in 2016, shining a light on overlooked stories from around the world. His work, including the documentary series 'Origins' for Red Bull, aims to bridge divides by sharing stories of profound change and community resilience.


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The Deadliest City on Earth

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In southern Italy, half a million people reside atop the active supervolcano Campi Flegrei (Phlegraean Fields). Scientists are increasingly concerned about potential eruptions due to rising earthquakes and ground uplift. In this episode, Andy Burgess travels to Pozzuoli, within Campi Flegrei, to explore life in what might be the world's most dangerous city.


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Translations: Angelo Meloni


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Why England Erased This Welsh Village

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In 1965, England submerged the Welsh village of Capel Celyn, affecting 70 residents. This incident reshaped Wales but is largely forgotten in England. Andy explores the site of this lost settlement, meeting witnesses to understand England's actions, its impact on Welsh nationalism, and the possibility of recurrence.


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Faultline is produced by Andy Burgess, with executive production by Andy Burgess, and senior production by Anjali Sharma. Special thanks to Dr. Wyn Thomas, Elwyn Edwards, Aeron Prysor Jones, Arthur Morris Roberts, and Owain Williams.


Hi, I'm Andy. I believe in the power of storytelling to bridge divides. Since 2022, Faultline has been documenting stories from overlooked communities to challenge perspectives worldwide. My journey began on Snapchat in 2016, leading to a Shorty Award nomination in 2018 and the creation of 'Origins' for Red Bull, tracing extreme sports' roots. I've reported from diverse regions, finding common stories despite cultural differences. Faultline is a space for underrepresented stories, promoting curiosity over fear.


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How Anime Beat Disney

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Anime has seen a tremendous rise in popularity over the past four years, becoming a major player in global entertainment. Streaming services are fiercely competing for distribution rights, with major companies like Disney investing heavily in Japanese animation. Even global brands are embracing anime culture, with McDonald’s rebranding as its anime counterpart, WcDoanld’s.


In this episode, Andy Burgess delves into the fascinating journey of anime, exploring its growth from a local Japanese art form to a worldwide phenomenon. Discover how anime broke cultural boundaries and became cool globally, defying its past niche status.


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Faultline is produced by:

  • Executive Producer/Story Editor/Reporting/Host: Andy Burgess
  • Story/Research: Jennifer Landrey
  • Senior Producer: Anjali Sharma
  • Production Assistant: Mack Mooney
  • Edit & Motion Graphics: Tom van Kalken
  • Additional Edits: Andy Burgess
  • Consultant: Stevie Suan

Special thanks to Cristina Vee, Keith Silverstein, & everyone at Animecon.


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Hi, I'm Andy. I believe that understanding each other can bridge divides, which inspired me to start Faultline in 2022. I document stories from overlooked communities, highlighting narratives that mainstream media often ignores. My journey began on Snapchat in 2016, where I showcased these crucial stories. In 2018, I was recognized with a Shorty Award nomination.


This led to the creation of 'Origins' for Red Bull, a documentary series exploring extreme sports' roots. Through Faultline, I continue to travel, listen, and share stories, fostering curiosity and understanding.


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The Trend That's Reshaping London's Chinatown

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Chinatown has long been a hotspot for East and Southeast Asian cuisine. However, recent TikTok food trends have led to an influx of over 20 bubble tea stores and other visually appealing food spots. This episode explores why one area needs so many bubble tea shops and bakeries, and who is affected by this transformation. Which establishments have to make way for this new trend?


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Faultline Team:

Executive Producer/Story Editor/Host: Andy Burgess

Story/Research: Anjali Sharma

Reporter: Andy Burgess

Senior Producer: Anjali Sharma

Production Assistant: Mack Mooney

Edit & Motion Graphics: Andy Burgess

Additional Motion Graphics: Jatin Nahata

Consultant: Dr. Anne Witchard


Hello, I'm Andy. I believe understanding each other can reduce division. In 2022, I launched Faultline to document stories from overlooked people and places, aiming to change perspectives.


My filmmaking journey began on Snapchat in 2016, where I discovered stories in mostly ignored regions. In 2018, my work earned a Shorty Award nomination, indicating an audience for these stories. This led to creating 'Origins' for Red Bull, a documentary series highlighting the origins of extreme sports through overlooked communities, reshaping global culture.


My reporting has taken me to regions experiencing profound change, from the Arctic to the Middle East, Eastern Europe, South Asia, the United States, and forgotten communities in the UK. Across these diverse landscapes, I've found a common thread: everyone has stories they want to share. Through real conversations, we discover common ground and learn new things. Unfortunately, inside our algorithmic bubbles, curiosity is often replaced with fear.


Faultline is my response: a platform for stories from unexpected places. Wherever possible, I travel to those stories, listen closely, and share my findings. Choosing curiosity over fear alters our worldview. I invite you to join this journey.


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Intro track by @musicofwei


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