Miranda’s search for inner peace through yoga leads to allegations of grooming, trafficking and exploitation. “You just get sucked in so gradually... that you don't realize,” says her mother Penny. This series contains explicit sexual content, some strong language and allegations of sexual exploitation. Host: Cat McShane Producers: Emma Weatherill and Cat McShane Sound design: Melvin Rickarby Unit Manager: Lucy Bannister Executive Producer: Innes Bowen Commissioning Editor: Dan Clarke Commissioning Executive: Tracy Williams
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Yoga is more than just exercise.
It's the spiritual practice that millions swear by.
And in 2017, Miranda, a university tutor from London, joins a yoga school that promises profound transformation.
It felt a really safe and welcoming space.
After the yoga classes, I felt amazing.
But soon that calm, welcoming atmosphere leads to something far darker.
A journey that leads to allegations of grooming, trafficking and exploitation across international borders.
I don't have my passport.
I don't have my phone.
I don't have my bank cards.
I have nothing.
The passport being taken, the being in a house and not feeling like they can leave.
World of secrets is where untold stories are unveiled and hidden realities are exposed.
In this new series, we're confronting the dark side of the wellness industry, where the hope of a spiritual breakthrough gives way to disturbing accusations.