Charlotte Grieve

Tonight on Spin Cycle on @3rrrfm.bsky.social we chat to @charlottegrieve.bsky.social about her book Duty To Warn, covering her Age investigation into Dr Munjed Al Muderis and the resulting defamation trial. Plus other headlines. 7pm with @theshufflediary.bsky.social and @rachelwithers.bsky.social

On @3rrrfm.bsky.social #SpinCycle 7pm tonight @jessielilley.bsky.social @theshufflediary.bsky.social and @rachelwithers.bsky.social chat to @charlottegrieve.bsky.social about her book "Duty To Warn", covering her investigation into Dr Munjed Al Muderis and the defamation trial. Plus other news. 📻

@3rrrfm.bsky.social #SpinCycle 20min in: @jessielilley.bsky.social @theshufflediary.bsky.social & @rachelwithers.bsky.social stellar interview with investigative journalist @charlottegrieve.bsky.social on her investigation into Dr Munjed Al Muderis. #BookSky #healthcare share.google/uv8M6zZkYFPm...

Big thank you to Bri Lee for recommending Duty To Warn! Her debut book Eggshell Skull was a big inspiration and so pleased she enjoyed the book.

Exclusive: How Israel, Weapons and Greed Drove Jeffrey Epstein’s Mongolia Obsession For years, Jeffrey Epstein used his connections to build a network of influence aimed at Mongolia. Now Lamestream can reveal what drove his obsession.

Australian coverage of the Epstein files has so far been confused about why Kevin Rudd was mentioned in his emails alongside references to Mongolia.

Today @scottmitchell.bsky.social and I reveal what drove Epstein’s Mongolia obsession.

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Kathy Lette, mum rage and a cursed vagina: the best Australian books out in February Each month Guardian Australia editors and critics pick the upcoming titles they have devoured – or can’t wait to get their hands on

Thank you @australia.theguardian.com for including Duty To Warn as one of the best 8 books for February. Some great titles in there, time to go to your local bookstore! www.theguardian.com/books/2026/f...

Today is the official launch date for Duty to Warn! Buy online or pop into a bookstore near you.

Very excited to announce the Sydney launch of my upcoming book Duty To Warn with medical journalism giant Norman Swan at @gleebooks.bsky.social on Feb 12. Book here and look forward to seeing you there! gleebooks.com.au/event/charlo...

In a first, a court accepts a new public interest defence to a defamation action in Australia. Journalist
@charlottegrieve.bsky.social
and a media lawyer discuss. democracyswatchdogs.org and podcast: democracyswatchdogs.org/podcast

#defamation #journalism #investigative #reporter #medialaw

Inside one man’s mission to reveal the truth about American Express After two regulatory investigations spanning three years, John Smith wants Australia’s privacy regulation overhauled.

We also published this investigation today that used a tranche of documents to track one man’s three-year quest for accountability after American Express breached its privacy: www.theage.com.au/business/ban...

Editorials in The Age/SMH today calling for higher fines for companies that mishandle our private data.

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‘Thinks he’s Teflon’: Al Muderis goes to war with peak body, colleagues Unethical surgeon Dr Munjed Al Muderis is suing the Australian Orthopaedic Association, as leaked board minutes reveal concerns were raised about him threatening surgeons into silence.

Exclusive - Munjed Al Muderis is going to war with the Aus Orthopaedic Assoc, appealing his expulsion and launching legal action in NSW + leaked docs show senior clinical heads at Mac Uni Hospital have been warned about problems, threats against surgeons for years. www.theage.com.au/national/thi...

Widower, doctor call for disgraced surgeon to be stripped of award Ashley Gollan lost his wife after a double knee replacement with Dr Munjed Al Muderis went wrong. He and a leading surgeon want Muderis stripped of a major award.

Every time we think we’ve heard everything about Munjed Al Muderis as there is to know, something further appears in the news.
@charlottegrieve.bsky.social
#smh #theage

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A TikToker in Afghanistan vs. The new media influencers: Unpacking the controversy A TikTok travel influencer, two podcasts and one incredible case study in the new media ecosystem.

Great story by Izzy Lewis about the travel TikToker vs. “news influencer” controversy that raises some interesting questions about journalism and social media www.lamestream.com.au/the-afghanis...

I am writing about this protest for The Age’s CBD column. Please let me know if you’re going and/or have any thoughts/witty placards you’re bringing!

Peak surgical body punts disgraced doctor Al Muderis after court finds negligence In a move that could prompt action from health regulators, the Australian Orthopaedic Association has stripped Munjed Al Muderis of his membership.

Breaking - The Australian Orthopaedic Association has removed Dr Munjed Al Muderis’s membership, after a court ruled his practice was unethical and he was callous and cruel to vulnerable patients. www.theage.com.au/national/pea...

The unravelling of a star surgeon, and the journalist who took on the fight Podcast Episode · The Morning Edition · 17/08/2025 · 25m

It was great to catch up with Samantha Selinger-Morris on The Morning Edition podcast about the whirlwind past 10 days since the Federal Court judgment dismissing Dr Al Muderis' defamation case, and the 3 years leading up to that moment. podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/t...

‘I lost everything’: How denouncing surgeon Al Muderis landed biggest critic in prison What began as enthusiasm for a cutting-edge surgery ended in acrimony and incarceration.

Exclusive - The secret cash commissions paid to recruit patients and FB posts about a “major cover up” that landed Dr Al Muderis’s biggest critic in jail. @theageaustralia.bsky.social theage.com.au/national/i-l...

‘Treated like a hysterical mother’: Assaulted by her son, Alison’s pain was ignored until she collapsed Alison Beatty was sent away from Katoomba Hospital’s emergency department but, as it turned out, her lungs were filling with blood.

Investigation - This harrowing story highlights the dangers of bias in hospital emergency departments, continuing @theageaustralia.bsky.social & SMH’s ‘Medical Misogyny’ series driven by Kate Aubusson, Aisha Dow, Carrie Fellner & Emily Kaine. www.theage.com.au/national/tre...

A picture of arrogance: Disgraced surgeon’s battles with patients revealed Munjed Al Muderis suffered a devastating defamation loss and now this masthead can reveal a string of court cases and legal settlements involving the disgraced doctor.

Investigation - @theageaustralia.bsky.social & SMH reveal disgraced surgeon Munjed Al Muderis was fighting six separate court battles during his failed defamation case; adding to calls to better inform the public about dangerous doctors. www.theage.com.au/national/a-p...

The star surgeon’s patients who told the truth to protect others In a landmark ruling, Federal Court judge Wendy Abraham found Dr Munjed Al Muderis had devoted much of his life’s work to helping amputees walk again. However, she found there was a significant cohort...

Read the Federal Court findings on the honest, credible and impressive patients who had the courage to tell the truth about Dr Munjed Al Muderis.

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‘We are concerned’: Star surgeon’s unravelling résumé stretches to University of Sydney The disgraced surgeon falsely described relationships with the University of Sydney in court and in public, but his claims of high-powered positions are under scrutiny.

Exclusive- the University of Sydney is the latest organisation to deny Al Muderis holds any position, despite statements in his affidavit and public profiles.

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Al Muderis spent $19K on media advice he ignored Launching, and losing, a defamation action is a very costly exercise. Just ask disgraced orthopaedic surgeon Munjed Al Muderis.

CBD item in @theageaustralia.bsky.social and SMH by Kishor Napier-Raman: www.theage.com.au/national/al-...

Disgraced surgeon Munjed Al Muderis spent $19k in 9 days on crisis PR advice, inc calls to The Australian, ABC, SBS, Guardian and a four-hour Sunday dinner w Sue Chrysanthou at his apartment. “Launching, and losing, a defamation action is only a matter for those with the deepest of pockets.”

‘We do not know who he is’: Charities deny Dr Al Muderis’ ambassador roles Disgraced surgeon Munjed Al Muderis claimed in sworn evidence that he was a patron for major charities, including the Red Cross, Amnesty International, and several smaller organisations.

Exclusive - Disgraced surgeon Munjed Al Muderis falsely described relationships with several Australian charities during his failed Federal Court of Australia case, with two international groups denying he holds his claimed ambassador roles.

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Is Nine’s defamation win over Munjed Al Muderis a game changer?

“It’s not business as usual”: Nine’s defamation win over high-profile surgeon Dr Munjed Al Muderis is a landmark moment for free speech in Australia. @daanysaeed.bsky.social reports.

Nine wins defamation fight against high-profile surgeon Orthopaedic surgeon Dr Munjed Al Muderis has lost his lawsuit against Nine newspapers and 60 Minutes in the first major test of a new public interest defence.

Truth wins. www.smh.com.au/national/nsw...

Exclusive: Pro-Israel ABC ‘whistleblower’ volunteered for far-right Advance Australia The Australian newspaper published an interview with a former staff member alleging the ABC was bias against Israel. He once volunteered for right-wing lobby group Advance Australia during a by-electi...

The Weekend Australian's 'exclusive' about ABC having an 'anti-Israel bias' relied on a former ABC staff member.

What The Australian and Cameron Stewart didn't reveal, is he had volunteered for Advance Australia while working at the public broadcaster.

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Fresh complaints of harassing, haranguing against top chef Two more women have accused Kaprica chef Pietro Barbagallo of harassment as claims of misconduct from customers mount.

Fresh allegations of sexual harassment and customer mistreatment have emerged against celebrated Melbourne restaurateur Pietro Barbagallo, as the Fair Work Ombudsman makes inquiries about the restaurant’s treatment of its employees. www.theage.com.au/national/vic...