Best Re Investigating Cold Cases Podcasts (2025)

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Shortcut: The Romance Scam That Sent Donna Nelson to a Japanese Prison 18:45

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This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. In 2023, Perth grandmother Donna Nelson unknowingly carried almost 2 kilograms of methamphetamine into Japan after being deceived in a romance scam, and was sentenced to six years in prison. Japanese authorities ack…

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Broken Skies: Tuskar Rock 21:43

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This week on Ireland Crimes and Mysteries, Nules takes you back to a clear spring morning in 1968, when a routine Aer Lingus flight vanished without warning off the Wexford coast. What followed was a national tragedy that left deep scars and everyone asking the same questions, why and how? Join me as we explore the events of that fateful day, the t…

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The Romance Scam That Sent Donna Nelson to a Japanese Prison 1:15:44

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In 2023, Perth grandmother Donna Nelson unknowingly carried almost 2 kilograms of methamphetamine into Japan after being deceived in a romance scam, and was sentenced to six years in prison. Japanese authorities acknowledged she was manipulated but still held her responsible. Two of her five daughters, Ashlee Charles and Kristal Hilaire, join us to…

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Shortcut: Inside Homicide and Missing Persons with Andrew Stamper 14:54

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This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Andrew Stamper, a 40-year veteran of the Victorian Police Service, joins us again to share his experiences from major investigative roles, the importance of building rapport, and the psychological impact of police w…

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Inside Homicide and Missing Persons with Andrew Stamper 46:54

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Andrew Stamper, a 40-year veteran of the Victorian Police Service, joins us again to share his experiences from major investigative roles, the importance of building rapport, and the psychological impact of police work. Listen to part 1 here. We're excited to announce the release of Sherele Moody's new podcast, She Matters. Click here to listen on …

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Introducing Lines of Enquiry: The Hidden Stories Behind Ireland’s Most Compelling Cases 3:35

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I know you love digging into Irish true crime, the stories, the mysteries, the ones that stay with you. There’s a brand new GoLoud Original that does exactly that. It’s called Lines of Enquiry, and it’s hosted by former Garda forensic detective John Sweetman. Now, John’s worked on some of Ireland’s biggest cases but this series goes even further. H…

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Trapped by Fear: Patricia Murphy 40:56

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A young mother's life cut short. A husband's dark secrets. A family torn apart. In this instalment of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries, Nules delves into the heartbreaking case of Patricia Murphy, a 33-year-old mother of four whose life was tragically ended in 1996. Patricia's tale is one of resilience in the face of adversity. From her humble beginnin…

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Shortcut: Policing the Underworld and the High Country 14:02

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This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Former homicide detective Andrew Stamper reflects on the landmark investigations that defined Melbourne's underworld era and what it took to stop a city sliding into violence. He shares the inside story of leading t…

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Policing the Underworld and the High Country 38:46

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Former homicide detective Andrew Stamper reflects on the landmark investigations that defined Melbourne's underworld era and what it took to stop a city sliding into violence. He shares the inside story of leading the High Country case from a missing persons report to a multi-year homicide investigation, and the emotional toll of searching for answ…

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Lost in the Shadow of the Rockies – The 40-Year Mystery - Part 2 29:52

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Last week, we introduced you to Bobbie Jo Oberholtzer and Annette Schnee, two women who vanished the same night while hitchhiking from Breckenridge, Colorado. As a brutal winter storm swept across the Rockies, searchers braved sub-zero temperatures through Hoosier Pass and the surrounding wilderness. What they found were only scattered belongings, …

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Shortcut: From Surviving a Stabbing to Becoming a Leader in Policing – Part Two 15:01

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This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. This is part two of our two part series with former NSW Police and AFP member, Jason Semple. Listen to part one here. We're excited to announce the release of Sherele Moody's new podcast, She Matters. Click here to …

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Examining the Dimensions, Predictors, and Outcomes of Work Capital 12:36

8d ago12:36

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In this episode of the Journal of Career Assessment podcast series, JCA Editor Patton O. Garriott interviews author Taewon Kim about the JCA article, "Examining the Dimensions, Predictors, and Outcomes of Work Capital."

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From Surviving a Stabbing to Becoming a Leader in Policing – Part Two 37:00

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This is part two of our two part series with former NSW Police and AFP member, Jason Semple. Listen to part one here. We're excited to announce the release of Sherele Moody's new podcast, She Matters. Click here to listen on Apple Podcasts, or find it wherever you get your podcasts. Click here to subscribe to ATC Plus on Apple Podcasts and access a…

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From the Vault - Gwen Hasselquist - INTV w/ Gwen's stepsister, Dora - Part 4 2:01:35

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With all the buzz surrounding the Gwen Hasselquist case and the upcoming Crime Junkie episode (releasing October 27, 2025), we thought it was the perfect time to re-release our original four-part series on Gwen’s story, first published in 2021. For Gwen’s family, friends, and everyone who cared deeply for her, we’re truly grateful her case is final…

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From the Vault - Gwen Hasselquist - INTV w/ Dawn, Her Friend of 30 Years - Part 3 1:12:56

14d ago1:12:56

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With all the buzz surrounding the Gwen Hasselquist case and the upcoming Crime Junkie episode (releasing October 27, 2025), we thought it was the perfect time to re-release our original four-part series on Gwen’s story, first published in 2021. For Gwen’s family, friends, and everyone who cared deeply for her, we’re truly grateful her case is final…

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Amy Fitzpatrick: Footsteps In The Dark 15:27

11d ago15:27

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A teenager vanishes on New Year's night, leaving a family in anguish for 17 years. What happened to Amy Fitzpatrick on that fateful walk home? In the latest mini episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries, Nules talks about the heartbreaking disappearance of Amy Fitzpatrick from Spain's Costa del Sol. This case has baffled investigators and her family…

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Shortcut: From Surviving a Stabbing to Becoming a Leader in Policing – Part One 16:44

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This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Two weeks into his policing career, Jason Semple was left bleeding in a Sydney gutter after being stabbed during a violent street confrontation that also claimed the life of his fellow police officer, Peter Forsyth.…

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From Surviving a Stabbing to Becoming a Leader in Policing – Part One 50:37

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Two weeks into his policing career, Jason Semple was left bleeding in a Sydney gutter after being stabbed during a violent street confrontation that also claimed the life of his fellow police officer, Peter Forsyth. The attack in Ultimo in 1998 shocked the nation and changed the course of Semple’s life. This is the first of two episodes, where Jaso…

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From the Vault - Gwen Hasselquist - The Police Report - Part 2 1:43:55

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With all the buzz surrounding the Gwen Hasselquist case and the upcoming Crime Junkie episode (releasing October 27, 2025), we thought it was the perfect time to re-release our original four-part series on Gwen’s story, first published in 2021. For Gwen’s family, friends, and everyone who cared deeply for her, we’re truly grateful her case is final…

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From the Vault - Gwen Hasselquist - The Original Investigation - Part 1 1:28:24

15d ago1:28:24

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With all the buzz surrounding the Gwen Hasselquist case and the upcoming Crime Junkie episode (releasing October 27, 2025), we thought it was the perfect time to re-release our original four-part series on Gwen’s story, first published in 2021. For Gwen’s family, friends, and everyone who cared deeply for her, we’re truly grateful her case is final…

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Lost in the Shadow of the Rockies – The 40-Year Mystery - Part 1 48:01

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In January 1982, two women vanished just hours apart while hitchhiking from Breckenridge, Colorado, during one of the worst winter storms the Rockies had seen in decades. As temperatures plunged below –20°F, friends and rescuers scoured the frozen corridors of Pike National Forest, finding only scattered clues and a deepening mystery. Join us this …

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Former Detective Damian Loone on the Disappearance of Cheryl Grimmer Re-Issue 30:35

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Some of you may recognise the name and voice of this episode’s guest, It’s retired NSW Police Detective Sergeant Damian Loone who featured on Hedley Thomas’s extraordinary podcast The Teacher’s Pet. Damian investigated the 1982 disappearance of Sydney mum Lynnette Dawson for years, bringing the case to two coronial inquests. Lynette’s former husban…

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Shortcut: Former Detective Damian Loone on the Disappearance of Cheryl Grimmer Re-Issue 8:25

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This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Some of you may recognise the name and voice of this episode’s guest, It’s retired NSW Police Detective Sergeant Damian Loone who featured on Hedley Thomas’s extraordinary podcast The Teacher’s Pet. Damian investiga…

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The Disappearance of Cheryl Grimmer & The 52-year Search for Justice Re-Issue 52:48

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On January 12th 1970, Three-Year-Old Cheryl Grimmer disappeared from Fairy Meadow Beach. While it’s technically one of Australia’s longest-standing cold cases, Cheryl’s family and the two highly respected former homicide detectives believe they know exactly what happened to her, and who’s responsible. Cheryl’s eldest brother, Ricky Nash, was the la…

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Shot in the Dark: Honour Bright/Elizabeth O'Neill 27:23

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This episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries delves into the tragic story of Elizabeth O'Neill, known as Honour Bright, a young woman murdered in 1925 Dublin. The podcast explores her life, from her upbringing in County Carlow to her struggles as a single mother in Dublin. It details the night of her death, the subsequent investigation, and the con…

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She Matters: Kelly Williams (Duffy) PREVIEW 12:00

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This is a shortened preview of Sherele Moody's new podcast, She Matters. Click here to listen to the full episode, as well as other episodes honouring the lives of Australian women lost to violence. Show notes: A man heard the violence behind the wall. He did not help her. Her sister found the single mum days later. The smell of her favourite human…

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Taking on the Invisible Third Shift: The Unequal Division of Cognitive Labor and Women's Work Outcomes 26:48

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In this episode of the Psychology of Women Quarterly podcast series, Dr. Jaclyn Siegel interviews author Anja Krstić about the article, "Taking on the Invisible Third Shift: The Unequal Division of Cognitive Labor and Women's Work Outcomes," published in April 2025.

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Shortcut: Justice Lex Lasry Returns 14:09

25d ago14:09

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This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. What really goes through a judge’s mind when delivering a sentence? Supreme Court Justice Lex Lasry reflects on the emotional toll of the role, the intricacies of evidence admissibility, and the ripple effects of hi…

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The Silent Witness: Bridget Sullivan and the Borden Murders 14:53

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This bonus episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries explores the often-overlooked figure of Bridget Sullivan in the infamous Lizzie Borden case. Born in County Roscommon, Ireland, Bridget emigrated to America and became a servant in the Borden household. The podcast delves into her life, from her Irish roots to her role as a key witness in one of Am…

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Justice Lex Lasry Returns 37:00

26d ago37:00

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What really goes through a judge’s mind when delivering a sentence? Supreme Court Justice Lex Lasry reflects on the emotional toll of the role, the intricacies of evidence admissibility, and the ripple effects of high profile cases. From Erin Patterson to rising crime rates, Justice Lasry offers an honest look at how the justice system is changing …

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Flight, Fury, and Feathers: Talking Raptors with Jenna Kopp 1:02:33

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This week we take flight into the world of raptors, nature’s most skilled aerial predators. From hawks and eagles to owls and falcons, these incredible birds shape ecosystems and inspire conservation efforts across the globe. We explore how education, rehabilitation, and hands-on experience help protect them for future generations, and uncover what…

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Shortcut: She Matters: The Women and Children Behind the Headlines 13:54

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This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Behind the scenes here at Australian True Crime, we’ve been really proud to assist in the development of a new podcast. It’s called She Matters, a new podcast from award-winning journalist and femicide researcher Sh…

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She Matters: The Women and Children Behind the Headlines 41:55

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Behind the scenes here at Australian True Crime, we’ve been really proud to assist in the development of a new podcast. It’s called She Matters, a new podcast from award-winning journalist and femicide researcher Sherele Moody. Each week, Sherele sits down with the families of women and children killed in Australia - not to revisit the crimes, but …

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Integrating neuropsychoanalytic and neuropsychiatric perspectives into psychiatric clinical neuroscience curricula: Part 1 28:32

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In this first of a two-part series of The Thought Broadcast, Dr Ed Miller explores how neuropsychoanalytic and neuropsychiatric perspectives can be integrated into a clinical neuroscience curriculum for contemporary psychiatric training. He is joined by Drs Michael Weightman, Andrew Amos, Fiona Wilkes, and Steven Yeates.…

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Shortcut: The Two Lives Lost After an NRL Grand Final Party 16:13

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This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. In 2018, an NRL Grand Final night in Alva Beach, North Queensland ended in tragedy when 37-year-old Corey Christensen and 27-year-old Tom Davy were fatally stabbed. Despite a coronial inquest, serious questions rema…

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The Two Lives Lost After an NRL Grand Final Party 44:58

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In 2018, an NRL Grand Final night in Alva Beach, North Queensland ended in tragedy when 37-year-old Corey Christensen and 27-year-old Tom Davy were fatally stabbed. Despite a coronial inquest, serious questions remain about the failures of emergency services and the justice system that night. Our guest, journalist Adam Hegarty, revisits the case in…

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Roadside Horror: Patricia O'Tooles Story 33:32

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This episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries delves into the tragic story of Patricia O'Toole, a vibrant 32-year-old woman whose life was cut short in 1991. The podcast traces Patricia's final hours, from a night out with colleagues to her fateful encounter with Sean Courtney. It explores the shocking brutality of her murder and the subsequent inve…

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Shortcut: Remembering Tracey Connelly 14:38

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This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Tracey Connelly was 40 years old when she was murdered in St Kilda in 2013, and despite a $1 million reward, her killer has never been found. While media coverage often centred on her work as a sex worker, she was a…

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Remembering Tracey Connelly 54:44

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Tracey Connelly was 40 years old when she was murdered in St Kilda in 2013, and despite a $1 million reward, her killer has never been found. While media coverage often centred on her work as a sex worker, she was also a beloved sister, daughter, partner, friend and mother. Her sister Jean shares memories of Tracey and her family's fight for justic…

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Sr Cathy Cesnik: The Nun Who Knew Too Much 10:34

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This bonus episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries explores the unsolved 1969 murder of Sister Cathy Cesnik, a young nun with Irish heritage in Baltimore. Host Nules looks into Cathy's short life as a beloved teacher at Archbishop Keogh High School, her connection with students, and the dark secrets that may have led to her death. Head over to the …

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Charles McCullar - A Case Re-examined — Myths vs. Facts 1:03:35

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In 2019, Locations Unknown covered a young photographer bound for winter shots at Crater Lake National Park. The case spawned wild theories, unsubstantiated lore, and even an episode of The UnXplained with William Shatner. This week, we return with new FBI releases to separate myth from record. We revisit his route near Stump Lake, the Bybee Creek …

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Factors Contributing to Instrumental Blends in Orchestral Excerpts 4:35

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Factors Contributing to Instrumental Blends in Orchestral Excerpts

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Shortcut: Australia’s Forgotten Mothers and Children 15:21

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This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Australia’s dark history of illegal forced adoptions left thousands of mothers and children traumatised. Somebody’s Daughter is a new podcast uncovering these hidden stories and amplifying the voices of survivors. I…

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Australia’s Forgotten Mothers and Children 1:06:00

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Australia’s dark history of illegal forced adoptions left thousands of mothers and children traumatised. Somebody’s Daughter is a new podcast uncovering these hidden stories and amplifying the voices of survivors. It’s co-created by award-winning author and journalist Megan Norris, who joins us today on Australian True Crime. You can listen to Some…

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Sanctuary Shattered: Tilly Campbells Story 37:12

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This episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries delves into the brutal murder of 77-year-old Matilda "Tilly" Campbell in Donaghadee, Co Down. Nules recounts the events of October 2006, when Tilly was found dead in her burning home. Through forensic evidence and witness accounts, the narrative unfolds, revealing the shocking truth about who was respons…

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Re-Issue: Forced adoptions in Australia, could it happen again? 49:00

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This episode was originally published on June 19th, 2022. Australia in the mid twentieth century has a dark history of forced adoption. Women who did not fit the moral expectations of the time (usually those who were young and unmarried) had their children taken from them at birth, often with little to no information left behind for them to be reun…

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Group Mentoring for International Counseling Psychology Students: A Case Example 26:33

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In this episode of The Counseling Psychologist podcast series, Drs. Jeeseon Park-Saltzman, Jiyoon Lee, and Mijin Kim talk about the article recently published in TCP titled, "Group Mentoring for International Counseling Psychology Students: A Case Example."

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Shortcut: Abe Saffron: The First King Of The Cross 14:20

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This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Abe Saffron, the original King of the Cross, built an empire through nightclubs, crooked cops, drugs, gambling and vice. His influence shaped more than fifty years of crime, corruption and intrigue in Australia’s en…

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Abe Saffron: The First King Of The Cross 50:33

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Abe Saffron, the original King of the Cross, built an empire through nightclubs, crooked cops, drugs, gambling and vice. His influence shaped more than fifty years of crime, corruption and intrigue in Australia’s entertainment world. In Saffron Incorporated, music industry legend and author Stuart Coupe lays bare how show business and the underworl…

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Angeles National Forest Cold Cases 51:40

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Nestled just beyond Los Angeles, Angeles National Forest sprawls over 700,000 acres of rugged wilderness, where jagged peaks, deep canyons, and twisting trails beckon hikers, climbers, and adventurers year-round. With stunning vistas of the San Gabriel Mountains and its close proximity to one of America’s largest cities, this forest is as captivati…