Best Lead Forensics Podcasts (2025)

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INTRODUCING: For the Innocent Season 3 | Amanda Knox, JJ Velasquez, and More 5:50

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Hosted by Michael Semanchik, For the Innocent exposes the shocking reality of wrongful convictions through raw, first-person stories from the exonerated. Season 3 returns September 9th featuring powerful accounts from Amanda Knox, JJ Velasquez, Bruce Lisker— three exonerees whose names have become synonymous with injustice— and more. Through their …

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Teamwork That Works: What Great Teams Have in Common 42:53

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What makes an effective team? Talent? Skill? Discipline? In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we're looking at some of the more surprising ingredients of successful teams, according to science. Teams where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. You'll hear the story of the Kon-Tiki expedition—a harrowing journey across the Pac…

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BONUS | Mushroom Murderer Erin Patterson is a 'narcissistic psychopath' 12:44

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The courtroom drama that gripped Australia has finally reached its conclusion. Erin Patterson, the woman at the centre of the nation’s most infamous murder case in recent history, has been sentenced to life for three counts of murder. Justice Beale did not hold back in his scathing remarks, saying Erin had zero remorse, chilling premeditation, and …

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DETECTIVES | How a frauditor took on London's Met Police 37:47

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Dr Peter Tickner is a seasoned auditor with over 40 years of experience across the NHS, central government and police. Peter became Head of Internal Audit of Her Majesty’s Treasury in 1988. In 1995 Peter left to become Director of Internal Audit for the Met Police, a post he held until early retirement in 2009, when he set up his own consultancy an…

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Lizzie Borden Took An Axe: The UNSOLVED Homicides of Andrew and Abby Borden 35:48

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Lizzie Borden took an axe, She gave her mother forty whacks. When she saw what she had done, She gave her father forty-one. It is a gruesome school yard rhyme known by millions of people, but it is factually inaccurate. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss the UNSOLVED Murder of Andrew and Abby Borden in August 1892. Lizzie Borden was arrested…

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JUDGEMENTS | Determining criminal enterprise [Miller v Miller] 17:46

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A stolen car, a drunken joyride, and a woman left with injuries so severe, she’ll live with them for the rest of her life. What happens when a crime becomes a civil lawsuit? When the thief becomes the victim and the driver becomes the one left holding the legal wheel? Miller v Miller is one of Australia's most significant legal challenges, determin…

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SHOCKER! Tara Baker Murder, 20-Years earlier, 5-Miles From Laken Riley Murder Scene; TRIAL UPDATE 43:40

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Update on Tara Baker Homicide. Tara Baker was a law student at UGA when she was murdered on January 19, 2001. Her apartment was set on fire to cover-up the murder. It took nearly 10 years to get a death certificate and more than another 10 to arrest a suspect. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss the case and why the trial of Edrick Lamont Fau…

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REWIND | The Bega schoolgirl murders 48:25

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In 1997, two young girls from Bega in regional New South Wales were kidnapped, raped and murdered. In this Rewind episode of Crime Insiders | Detectives, former host Adam Shand talks with former NSW Detective Sergeant Mark Winterflood to sift through the details and process of receiving the first notifications of the missing girls. He explains the …

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Emmanuel Haro presumed dead, 7-year-old sister permanently bedridden: The Children of Jake Haro 42:21

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Emmanuel Haro is still missing. His parents are both in jail and charged in his death. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss the case as well as what Jake Haro did to his daughter when she was just 10-weeks-old. Haro pleaded guilty and served 6-months in a work release program, but the 10-week-old is now seven and permanently bedridden because …

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Revisiting Coaching Effort: How Did the Las Vegas Aces Perform? 9:03

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Send us a text Bonus episode #95: What happens when a leader stops coaching effort and starts demanding it? The transformative power of high expectations takes center stage in this eye-opening exploration of leadership principles that transcend industries. Drawing inspiration from WNBA coach Becky Hammond's bold approach with the Las Vegas Aces, we…

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FORENSICS | The 13-year-old Australian charged with terrorism 57:26

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Aged just 13, Thomas Carrick was placed under covert surveillance by the Australian Federal Police and lured into online conversations with them, posing as fake ISIS operatives. Ultimately, he was charged with terrorism offences. The most powerful intelligence agencies in the country knew Thomas had a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, and live…

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BONUS | The ‘Accident’ – Killer Charm 27:46

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A woman wakes to a tragic accident on her rural Queensland property. She’s told one of her friends has fallen into a woodchipper. He was clearing trees with two other men at the time, but police soon suspect his death was no mishap and a murder investigation commences. They want to find the people responsible, and after the news goes public, member…

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Horrifying Details: Decker Sisters Deaths-Bags on Heads, Hands Zip tied, Bloody Handprint! 49:27

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In a mystery that has captured national attention, Washington father Travis Decker picked up his three young daughters on May 30 for a "planned visitation," and never came back. The three girls -- Paityn Decker, 9; Evelyn Decker, 8; and Olivia Decker, 5 -- were found dead near a Washington state campground on June 2. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Ma…

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BONUS | 'Baby faced' killer Sef Gonzales could walk free 16:52

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Triple murderer Sef Gonzales has been granted the right to appeal against his life sentence. Gonzales was just 23 when he murdered his parents and sister over 20 years ago. Sef has always maintained his innocence. Today, the NSW Court of Criminal Appeal granted him the right to appeal because Gonzales successfully argued that he had lived with PTSD…

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JUDGEMENTS | The Childers Backpacker fire [R v Long] 24:59

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Twenty years ago this year, Michael Long set fire to the Palace Backpackers hostel in the regional Queensland town of Childers. Fifteen people were killed, nine men and six women. Long inititally admitted to the crimes, but later retracted his confession. In this episode of Crime Insiders | Judgement we go into his trial and also the Coroner's Inqu…

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FBI DNA SHOCKER! Police Bodycam, Screaming on Stairs, Kohberger Case Continues! 42:46

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The recent release of police bodycam footage from Moscow, Idaho and the interview with Dylan Mortensen answers a lot of questions for those who have followed the case. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss the latest information on the case including the FBI doing something they publicly said they would never do, and how Othram helped put the m…

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What I Wish I'd Known About Sales with Paul Thomas 37:45

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In this episode of "What I Wish I'd Known About Sales" brought to you by Lead Forensics on The B2B Sales Playbook Podcast, we're joined by CEO and Founder Paul Thomas. He reveals his lessons from years on the front lines, what to look for when building a winning sales team, and what AI means for the future of sales. You won't want to miss this one.…

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REWIND | The Vampire Gigolo 31:18

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Richard Bassed is one of Australia's most experienced forensic odontologists. His work is complex and important in solving high profile murders - like that of The Vampire Gigolo - but also, in identifying victims of mass fatalities and mass disasters. In this Rewind episode of Crime Insiders | Forensics, former host Kathryn Fox discovers how forens…

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Hubby CAUGHT ON TAPE Dragging Body Sized Object From Home, Reports Wife Missing 40:07

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August 12, 2025, Los Angeles Investigators take a missing person report for 33-year-old wife and mother, Sheylla Cabrera. The next day Detectives locate security footage showing Sheylla's husband, Jossimar Cabrera, dragging a "large object" wrapped in material from their apartment complex. Sheylla's body is found the day after she is reported missi…

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Change Is Not Just Inevitable—It's Your Competitive Edge 15:58

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Send us a text Bonus Episode #94: Change isn't just knocking at your door—it's already in your house, rearranging the furniture. As finance leaders, our ability to navigate and drive transformation determines whether our organizations thrive or merely survive in today's dynamic business landscape. The most dangerous position for any finance profess…

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When It Feels Like Everyone's Watching 36:34

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We've all been there. Maybe you fumbled a line in a presentation. Or tripped on a shoelace. Or suffered a bad hair day. It can feel like the whole world is watching you—and judging you—in those embarrassing moments. But are people paying as much attention to you as you think? In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we explore why we tend …

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DETECTIVES | A detective's theory on how a Brisbane man disappeared 27:01

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Former QLD Detective Inspector Mal Gundry was head of the Queensland Police Criminal Investigation Bureau at Indooroopilly in Brisbane. He was integral part of the investigation into Sean Sargent, a 24-year-old Australian Army lieutenant, who disappeared in the early hours of March 20, 1999, after attending a party in St Lucia, Brisbane. Originally…

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SHOCKING! DEATH OF GLAMOROUS BIKINI DESIGNER! WHO/WHAT KILLED MARTHA NOLAN? 42:06

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Martha Nolan O'Slattarra is a business woman on the rise in the fashion world who turns up dead on a yacht in one of the richest places in the USA, Montauk in the Hamptons, New York. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss the case and what is known as of this taping but with an update coming when final toxicology results are available. Transcrib…

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JUDGEMENTS | The Angel of Belanglo [R v Holdom] 34:25

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Karlie Pearce-Stevenson and her daughter Khandalyce Pearce were tragically murdered in 2008 in a case that shocked Australia. Their deaths remained unsolved for several years, with their identities and the circumstances of their deaths only being uncovered in 2015. In this episode of Crime Insiders | Judgement we learn how police linked the two dea…

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Forensic Odontology: Bite Mark Sent Bundy To Electric Chair, Now Setting Others Free 46:30

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Forensic Odontology is much more than just "bite mark" evidence. It is an incredible science that helps identify people and provide answers to families. That said, most people hear Forensic Odontology think "Bite Mark". "Bite Mark" evidence has been used in many criminal cases over several decades, until science started showing it might not be as c…

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REWIND | Filicide and the impact on investigators 30:41

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A crime without a motive. A detective who investigated the unthinkable. On September 2nd, 2001, a father murdered his three children, Jackson (6), Taylah (11 months), and Mikaylah (11 weeks). To this day, his motive remains unknown. Former Detective Carla Tomadini was on the frontline of the investigation. At the same time, she had two young childr…

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Crime Scene Body Examination: Trayvon Martin M.E. Got an "F"- FIRED! 53:20

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Joseph Scott Morgan gives a master class on Crime Scene Body Examination and Assessment. Professor Morgan offers insight from being on the scene and what is truly important and what needs to be done to insure justice prevails for the person who can no longer speak for themselves. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack also discuss the shocking truth of …

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Forensic Accounting: The World of Financial Detectives 13:21

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Send us a text Episode 144: Dive into the fascinating world of financial detective work as we explore the specialized field of forensic accounting. Ever wondered who tracks down financial criminals or how complex fraud schemes are uncovered? This episode pulls back the curtain on a career path that combines investigative prowess with accounting exp…

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FORENSICS | Reporting sexual assault in Palestine 47:25

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Reporting a sexual assault is deeply challenging in any context, so what happens when you’re in a war-torn region, where infrastructure has crumbled, and justice systems are non-existent? Associate Professor David Wells retired as Victoria's top forensic physician in 2013. Since then, his work has taken him to some of the world's most volatile plac…

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Missing Wife Body Parts Found In Woods, Ex Navy Jag Husband Accused 41:15

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Human remains were found scattered on a Georgia Hunting club property in November 2022. The remains were found in a three-mile area covering two counties, and investigators reached out to the public for help. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss the case that was investigated by multiple agencies, including the GBI and the FBI. They explain ho…

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JUDGEMENTS | Cleo Smith abduction (R v Kelly) 31:23

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In the dead of night, Friday October 15, 2021, on the rugged coastline of Western Australia, four-year old Cleo Smith is abducted from a tent at a campsite. Her disappearance sparked a massive police search and captured the nation’s attention with ‘round the clock media coverage. The child was found 18 days later in what was one of Australia’s most…

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Devil Murders Dad and Mom in Front of Daughters, 9 and 7, in Devils Den! 45:57

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Clinton and Cristen Brink have recently moved to Arkansas with their daughters and decide to go for a hike in Devils Den State Park. Without warning, the family is ambushed on a hiking trail by a man with a knife. 43-year-old Clinton fights with the man as 41-year-old Cristen runs with their daughters, 9-year-old Arianna and 7-year-old Christina, u…

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REWIND | A special Science Week episode 37:31

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It’s National Science Week….Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology. In this episode of Crime Insiders Rewind, we re-visit three episodes of our Forensics series to learn how science helps us better understand how examining the human body contributes to solving crime or even someone being exonerated, and fibre and the role that fib…

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Beef Wellington With Mushrooms: Murderer's Favorite Weapon 45:56

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Erin Patterson went hunting for special mushrooms, Death Cap Mushrooms. She needed them for a very special meal she was preparing for her soon to be ex-in-laws. Her husband Simon was invited to be at the dinner with his parents and extended family but Simon decided not to be present. He had gotten sick too many times before when he wasn't able to w…

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Developing an Effective Audit Strategy to Support Business Objectives 12:44

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Send us a text Episode 143: Financial integrity isn't optional—it's essential. That's why developing a structured, effective audit plan stands as one of the most critical responsibilities for finance leaders today. This episode unveils a nine-step framework for creating audit plans that deliver genuine value. From understanding your business enviro…

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What I Wish I'd Known About Sales with Emily White 21:47

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In this episode of "What I Wish I'd Known About Sales" brought to you by Lead Forensics on The B2B Sales Playbook Podcast, we're joined by B2B sales expert Emily White. Emily known as "Recruitment Secrets" on TikTok, shares her authentic insights on navigating the world of sales. She offers practical advice on topics like cold calling, building a p…

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How a Single Source of Information Can Seem Like Several 28:36

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You've probably been in situations where multiple friends recommend the same product. It must be great, if everyone is talking about it, right? But then you find out that those friends had all just seen the same product on a popular TV show. What seemed like independent recommendations really came from a single source. In this episode of Choiceolog…

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BONUS | The science that cleared Kathleen Folbigg 30:57

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Kathleen Folbigg is front page of every newspaper and news website this morning after we learned the NSW government had paid her just $2million in compensation after she served twenty years in prison after being wrongfully jailed for the deaths of her four children. NSW Premier Chris Minns has said Ms Folbigg should sue his government if she wants …

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DETECTIVES | Hidden scars, the price of service 42:21

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In this episode, Brent Sanders speaks with former NSW Police officer Justyn Backhouse, who spent 25 years on the front lines of law enforcement. From high-speed pursuits to complex aerial rescues, Justin’s career spanned some of the most intense and demanding roles in policing. But behind the action was a hidden cost. Diagnosed with PTSD in 2021, J…

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BREAKING | New poisoning claims vs mushroom murderer Erin Patterson 3:44

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Here's all the evidence the jury in the mushroom triple murder trial wasn't allowed to hear. In this special episode, The Briefing's host Tara Cassidy joins us to reveal allegations that murderer Erin Patterson had tried to poison and kill her estranged ex-husband Simon multiple times. Until today, this information has been under a strict non-publi…

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Unraveling the Mystery of 40 Skulls: A Grim Revelation "Best of Body Bags" 31:59

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The FBI's investigation into James Knott's Kentucky home reveals a shocking discovery: 40 human skulls, femurs, hip bones, and spinal cords used as decorations. In response to this disturbing find, Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack delve deep into the complex and unsettling world of how human remains are treated, examining the blurred boundaries be…

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JUDGEMENTS | R v Gargasoulas [Melbourne car massacre] 35:53

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Friday January 20, 2017 in Melbourne’s CBD. Bustling Bourke Street became the scene of unspeakable horror. Six people were killed, 27 others suffered horrific injuries when James Gargasoulas – high on drugs – deliberately drove his car through a crowd of shoppers. It was one of the worst examples of mass murder in Australian history. A warning: thi…

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FAMILY MASSACRE! Family Friend Accused of Quadruple Murder. Austin Drummond CAPTURED! 34:21

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A baby is dropped off at the end of a Tennessee driveway. As witnesses call 911 to report the baby, another call is coming in from a county over about a possible quadruple homicide. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss the murders of Adrianna Williams, 20, James Wilson, 21, Cortney Rose,, 38, and Braydon Williams, 15, and the man who was arres…

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REWIND | The horror of the Hoddle St massacre 27:50

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A tragedy that rocked Melbourne in the late 80s, and one that left the nation questioning its own attitude towards guns and violence. Former Commissioner of Victoria Police Kel Glare was just a few months away from getting the top job when an armed gunman killed seven and injured 19 people in Melbourne's inner North. It's a case that stood out to K…

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ARSON: Revenge. Money. Cover-up Crime. Pyrophilia. 59:57

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Arsonists do it for many different reasons: Revenge, Money, Cover-up a Crime, Pyrophilia. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss arson and how the crime is investigated, the evidence left behind, and why burning up the scene of a crime to get rid of evidence often creates the evidence needed to catch the perp. Transcript Highlights 00:00:00.00 I…

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Protecting Financial Health Through Strategic Risk Analysis 10:41

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Send us a text Find the downloadable skills guides here: Finance Leader Academy Episode 142: Financial risk assessment stands as the cornerstone of effective auditing—the crucial process that separates calculated risk-taking from reckless decision-making. This deep dive into organizational risk management provides finance leaders with a strategic f…

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FORENSICS | Mr. Cruel 55:13

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David Wells was the Victoria Police Surgeon during one of Australia’s most disturbing unsolved crime sprees - the abductions and assaults of three young girls, and the suspected murder of a fourth, by the predator known only as Mr Cruel. In this powerful and rare interview, Associate Professor Wells shares what it was like to examine the victims, t…

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SHOCKING TRUTH! XANA Caught BK And Fought The Devil! 47:13

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Bryan Kohberger snuck in to kill young ladies while they slept. Maddie and Kaylee woke up and fought for their lives. Ethan Chapin was killed as he slept. But one, Xana Kernodle, was wide awake when the devil showed up. After reading through documents released by the Moscow Police, Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack put together a timeline and a map…

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JUDGEMENTS | A brutal FNQ murder (R v Lowrie & Ross) 33:43

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In July 1995, sex worker Grace Heathcote was lured to a Cairns motel under the guise of friendship — but what unfolded was a brutal murder. Her body was discovered in a motel room with injuries so severe they shocked experienced forensic pathologists. Within days, two women — Kerry Catherine Lowrie and Kerri-Leah Michelle Ross — were identified as …