Al Fayed, Predator at Harrods: 1. Golden opportunity

A dream job offer arrives from Harrods, to the surprise of debutante teenager, Cheska. Why is one of the world’s most famous luxury shops interested in her? How do they know where she lives - where to send the letter? It’s the 1990s in London. Cheska and other rich girls are being introduced to high society, as part of an centuries old tradition. What should she do next? Soon after she gets the job offer, Cheska is working in owner Mohamed Al Fayed’s personal office in London’s exclusive Park Lane. Can Al Fayed help her with her ambition to act?

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Season 4 of World of Secrets, Al Fayed, Predator at Harrods, is a Long Form Audio production for the BBC World Service.

Presenters: Shaimaa Khalil and Cassie Cornish-Trestrail Producer: Sally Abrahams Senior Producer: Neal Razzell Series Editor: Matt Willis Sound design: Neil Churchill and Nigel Appleton Special thanks to Series Consultant Keaton Stone, Director Erica Gornall, and Executive Producer Mike Radford Commissioning Senior Producer: Anne Dixey Commissioning Editor: Jon Manel