Best Tom Leeman Podcasts (2026)

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No Safe Place: The Bondi Beach Shooting 32:10

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21d ago32:10

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responsible podcast description that fits Exhuming the Truth and the gravity of the Bondi Beach shooting. It avoids sensationalism, centres community impact, and still signals analysis and accountability. Episode Description In this episode of Exhuming the Truth, we examine the tragic shooting at Bondi Beach—an incident that unfolded in one of Aust…

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Where is Peter Falconio? 32:04

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British backpacker Peter Falconio vanished on a remote stretch of the Stuart Highway in 2001. His girlfriend, Joanne Lees, survived a terrifying attack, but Peter’s body has never been found. In this episode, we break down the evidence that led to the conviction of Bradley John Murdoch, the forensic challenges of a case with no body, and the theori…

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Justice for Hannah McGuire 22:53

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In this heartbreaking episode, we honour the life of Hannah McGuire, a 23-year-old teachers aide from Ballarat whose future was stolen in an act of fatal domestic violence. Hannah's body was found in her burnt-out vehicle in bushland, as her ex-partner, Lachlan Young, had murdered her and tried to stage her death as a suicide. What he does next wil…

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The Wrongful Conviction of Andrew Mallard 13:35

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One of Australia's most shopcking miscarriages of justice: the wrongful conviction of Andrew Mallard. In 1995, Andrew was sentenced to life for the murder of Perth jeweler Pamela Lawrence, a crime he didn't commit. For 12 long years, Andrew fought to prove his innocence from within prison. We explore the flawed investigation, the overlooked evidenc…

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SEARCHING FOR ROB SNYDER 28:40

2M ago28:40

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Rob Snyder left his home address in Melville on Friday the 25th of October heading for the family's second residence in Heron, Perth. Rob never made it to Heron, but his vehicle was captured on Automatic Number Plate Recognition driving his white Subaru Forester eastbound on Thomas Road Oakford, after the Nicholson Road intersection. We break down …

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Justice for Lisa Mott 19:19

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In 1980, 12-year-old Lisa Mott vanished from Collie, Western Australia, and was never seen again. Despite decades of rumours, dead ends, and alleged sightings of a yellow panel van, Lisa has never been found, and no one has ever been convicted. In this episode of Exhuming the Truth, I re-examine the disappearance through criminological theory and f…

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False Hope - How Psychics Undermine Real Investigations + WHERE IS ROB SNYDER 22:35

2M ago22:35

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First up we have an Urgent Active Missing Person in Perth's South, Rob Snyder last known location to be travelling east on Thomas Road in Oakford. Please listen to the details at the beginning of the episode and share around, if you are in the area and are interested in joining the search this FRIDAY the 7th of November in OAKFORD please reach out!…

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Justice for Betty Shanks Part Two 36:06

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In Part Two of Justice for Betty Shanks, we do a quick recap on the details of the Crimeline before jumping straight into the theories that came of this historical case. Asha jumps deep into the Queensland State Archives to find the exact timing of Betty's onboarding and offboarding of the tramcar and at what stations, as well as details of all of …

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Justice for Betty Shanks 24:47

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In September of 1952, the quiet Brisbane suburb of Grange was changed forever by the brutal murder of 22-year-old Betty Shanks. A crime that remains one of Australia's oldest unsolved mysteries, Betty was walking home from a night class when she was savagely attacked just metres from the front gate to her home. In this episode of Exhuming the Truth…

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Where is Tremaine Desmond Reid? 16:50

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In June 2023, 37-year-old Tremaine Desmond Reid disappeared from the Lockyer area in WA — a quiet, rural community surrounded by farmland and winding country roads. He left behind family who describe him as kind, creative, and full of life — and a trail of unanswered questions. In this episode of Exhuming the Truth, we look beyond the headlines and…

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Where are the Beaumont Children Part Two 23:16

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Where are the Beaumont Children? 21:04

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On Australia Day in 1966, three siblings Jane, Arnna and Grant Beaumont set off for a day at the beach. They never returned. One of Australia's most haunting mysteries, a desperate search with endless leads leading to nothing. In this first part, we go over the timeline and foundations of the case before outlining the evidence and leads. Join me as…

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Justice for Trudie Adams 15:31

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In June 1978, 18-year-old Trudie Adams vanished after a night out at a local dance in Newport, on Sydney's Northern Beaches. Trudie's disappearance sparked one of the largest missing persons investigations in NSW history, with dozens of reports surfacing of young women being sexually assaulted in the area, yet no one was ever charged over Trudie's …

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Charlie Kirk Vs Iryna Zarutska: The Cost of Speaking Out Vs Not Speaking at all 23:23

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What happens when having an open dialogue means assassination? What happens when staying silent means being complicit to murder? Charlie Kirk and Iryna Zarutska, both murdered in cold blood. This isn't just about two voices; it's about what their deaths mean for democracy, free speech, and the cost of losing humanity. Join me in frustration, while …

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Into the Wilderness: Fugitive Father Tom Phillips 40:08

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In September 2021, Tom Phillips vanished from the small town of Marokopa, New Zealand, with his three young children. What was initially branded as a search for a missing family quickly became one of the most baffling cases. For nearly four years, Tom managed to elude authorities, surfacing only through sightings, robberies and CCTV footage. In thi…

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Manhunt vs The Missing: Why Resources Vanish When People Do 32:19

4M ago32:19

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When people in Australia go missing, families often hear the same chorus: "Resources are limited, searches can't go on forever, we don't have enough officers". In this episode of Exhuming the Truth, we dive right into the deep end of reality in how missing persons cases in Australia rely on popularity. Using the current and "high-profile" case of D…

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Justice for Mackenzie Anderson 19:26

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In this episode, we look at the story of Mackenzie Anderson, a 21-year-old young Mother with her whole life ahead of her, who was brutally stabbed to death by her former partner, just days after his release. Despite an Apprehended Violence Order paired with his recent release from prison. Tyrone Thompson stabbed Mackenzie 78 times. We walk through …

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Paul Wilson: Australian Criminologist Turned Criminal 18:43

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Paul Wilson was once one of Australia's most respected criminologists; a professor, author of 50 books, and even a recipient of the Order of Australia. Behind the accolades was a disturbing truth. In the 1970's Paul committed brazen sexual abuse against a minor, crimes that only came to light decades later. In this episode of Exhuming the Truth, we…

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Justice for Luke Gilbert 51:35

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On the 1st of October, 2022, Luke Gilbert was shot and killed by members of the Queensland Police Service in Airlie Beach, Queensland. After a coronial inquest that saw no justice for the Gilbert family, the pain of his loss was made heavier by an unjust system that offered no accountability, no closure, and no real answers. In this emotional episo…

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Searching for Jack McLennan 27:25

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How you can help on the ground and from afar JACK'S ARMY search in the Ficks Crossing area, Murgon QLD, organised for September 6th I share what to look for if you are joining the search, from understanding the terrain to spotting subtle signs others might miss. If you can't be there in person, you will also hear practical ways you can still contri…

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Youngest of Snowtown's serial killers: James Vlassakis Granted Parole 21:03

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In this chilling episode of Exhuming the Truth, we revisit one of Australia’s most infamous serial murder cases — the Snowtown “bodies in the barrels” killings. At just 19 years old, James Vlassakis became a key accomplice to stepfather and ringleader John Bunting. Now, after serving over two decades behind bars, he’s been granted parole. What does…

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Where is Aaron Clear? Missing NSW 37:06

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What happened to Aaron Clear? In this episode, we examine the tragic and unresolved case of Aaron Clear. We walk through a timeline and raise critical systemic questions. What took so long for the reports to be taken seriously? Why are there no statements from the last people to see him alive? This is not just a story about what happened, it's a st…

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Where is Corrie Feehan? Missing in LEEMAN WA 17:11

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On April 26th, 2025, Corrie Feehan - a 47-year-old man known for his kind heart and love of the ocean- was last seen. Despite extensive sea and land searches, Corrie's whereabouts remain a haunting mystery for his family. In this episode, we look at the lack of evidence in this case, while exploring how we can come together as a community, both in …

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Women Who Kill: Tamika Chesser and Lauren Flanigan 28:40

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In this deeply reflective episode of Exhuming the Truth, we explore the stories of two Australian women, Tamika Chesser and Lauren Flanigan, both involved in acts of extreme violence, but with vastly different outcomes. One was sent to a psychiatric facility, the other died in custody. Why was only one systemically recognized as mentally unwell? Wh…

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Where is Tristan Griffiths? Missing Kalgoorlie WA 33:17

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Tristan Griffiths, a Father, brother, son, and friend, went missing from Kalgoorlie on the 22nd of January 2025. With little information, we share his last known movements and discuss the forensic and criminological aspects of this case, and how we can come together as a community to help get answers for the Griffiths family. Please join us in the …

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Karen Read AQUITTED 41:42

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Come and dive into the most polarizing murder trial in recent memory - Karen Read fighting for her innocence after the murder of her Boston Police Officer boyfriend, John O'Keefe. Join me as i dissect the case from a forensic perspective, from the tailight fragments to the inconsistencies in injuries. We will walk through the major players and majo…

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Joshua Bishop Urgent Call to Action 7:43

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On May 27, 2025, 23-year-old Joshua Bishop vanished from his Sunbury home in Victoria. His phone last pinged at Broadmeadows Valley Park that evening, and his white Toyota Corolla was later found abandoned in Albion. Since then, there has been no activity on his phone or bank accounts, and he hasn’t contacted family or friends—a disappearance descr…

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Pheobe Bishop Pt2 Two Charged with Murder and Two Counts of Interfering with a Corpse 23:02

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In this follow-up episode to our original investigation into the case of the beautiful Pheobe Bishop, we return with day-by-day updates on what has happened since we last spoke. New developments, new charges, and what is left to be uncovered for justice? I'm also answering a commonly asked question on this case so join us as we re-examine what has …

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Deadly Hospitality: Erin Patterson The Mushroom Chef Trial Recap 31:28

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Australia is watching closely as Erin Patterson faces court over one of the country’s most shocking murder cases. In this episode, we break down the first few weeks of the trial — from courtroom revelations to the evidence surrounding the fatal mushroom lunch in Leongatha.

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Pheobe Bishop: Missing QLD teen last seen near Bundaberg airport 46:42

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On May 15, 2025, 17-year-old Pheobe Bishop wasdropped off outside Bundaberg Regional Airport, Queensland. She was scheduled to fly to Western Australia to visit her boyfriend, but never entered theterminal, and hasn’t been seen since. In this episode of Exhuming the Truth, we unravel the chilling timeline ofPheobe’s disappearance. From CCTV footage…

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Behind the Bars & Beyond the Bravado: Menendez, Mental Health, and Modern Manhood 21:31

8M ago21:31

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Join us for a gripping Menendez Brothers update as we dive deep into the latest developments surrounding Lyle and Erik Menendez, from their resentencing hearings to the ongoing parole discussions. But we're going beyond the true crime headlines this episode, shifting gears to an equally crucial conversation: men's mental health beyond the footy fie…

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Where is Jack McLennan? Missing in Murgon QLD 31:27

9M ago31:27

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Send us a text In this urgent and emotional episode, we examine the mysterious disappearance of 27-year-old Jack McLennan, who vanished from Ficks Crossing, near Murgon in Queensland on the 4th of October, 2024. You will hear parts of my conversation with Jack's beautiful Mother, Kellie, and an objective timeline. Jack McLennan is more than just a …

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Moscow Student Murders 911 Call 28:26

9M ago28:26

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Send us a text Four beautiful, promising lives in a humble college town, taken within moments. In this episode, we jump into our first international case to highlight the dangers of young independence. We have included the 911 call and a snippet from Court TV to highlight the remaining housemates' desperation for help after living through a real-li…

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Kerryn Tate Cold Case Breakthrough -Toyah Corindgley Trial Update 36:43

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Send us a text In this episode, I get to share a little Bali recap & exciting news (yay)! We chat about the major breakthrough in the decades-old Kerryn Tate cold case, where new forensic evidence may finally bring long-awaited answers. I get to FINALLY have my scientific moment... Plus, we break down the latest developments in the Toyah Cordingley…

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Where is Lynette Dawson? 31:48

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Send us a text In 1982, devoted mother and wife Lynette Dawson vanished from Sydney’s Northern Beaches, leaving behind her two young daughters. Her husband, Chris Dawson, claimed she had left voluntarily—but as the years passed, suspicions grew. A questionable police investigation shrouded the case in mystery. Despite decades without a body, Lynett…

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No Justice for Jane Thurgood-Dove 28:17

11M ago28:17

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Send us a text This is the story of Jane Thurgood-Dove. A young mother, wife, and vibrant member of her community, Jane's life was tragically cut short in 1996 in what remains one of Australia's most baffling and heartbreaking cases. This episode will explore the events surrounding Jane's death, the investigation that followed, and the enduring imp…

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Their Names are Elizabeth Stevens, Deborah Fream and Natalie Russell 42:07

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Send us a text In this episode, we explored the terrifying seven-week killing spree that shook Frankston, Victoria, in 1993. Paul Charles Denyer brutally murdered three young women Elizabeth Stevens, Debbie Fream, and Natalie Russell, leaving the community in fear. We broke down the timeline of his crimes, the police investigation that led to his c…

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Back to School: But at What Cost? Protecting Kids Online in the Age of AI 26:39

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Send us a text The school bell is ringing, the backpacks are packed, and the photos are flooding social media. But behind those smiling faces lies a hidden danger. This episode, we delve into the dark side of "back to school" posts, exposing how seemingly innocent photos can be exploited by online predators and AI technology. We'll uncover the shoc…

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Australian Nightmare: The Case That Re-Wrote Sentencing History 39:40

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Send us a text Join Asha Walther as she breaks down a recent case from Bedford, Western Australia. Who was Anthony Robert Harvey? Was this case a hallmark in the beginning of what we are currently experiencing in Australia, the real pandemic, Family and Domestic Violence? Trigger Warning: Discusses FDV, Murder Acknowledgment “We acknowledge the Tra…

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Pilot 13:41

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Send us a text Welcome to Exhuming the Truth, the podcast with Forensic Scientist and Criminologist Asha Walther! Join us on this introduction episode with a little “get to know you”. So grab a coffee, bourbon or your drink of choice and let’s get started! Below are some resources if you find you need extra support: https://1800respect.org.au www.l…

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EP133: Warren Harding 1:16:22

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Warren Harding was the 29th President of the United States, serving between 1921 and his death from a heart attack in the Summer of 1923. Harding famously proclaimed a "return to normalcy" following a frenetic period defined by severe economic downturn, race riots, anarchist bombings and labour strikes in the aftermath of the First World War. Thoug…

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EP132: Olaf Scholz 1:14:02

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Olaf Scholz has been Chancellor of Germany since December 2021. Following the collapse of his government a few weeks ago, he seems headed for electoral defeat early next year. Where did it all go wrong? As a character, Scholz is muted and impersonal almost to the point of being dreary - famously described as the “personification of boredom in polit…

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EP131: Patrice Lumumba 1:08:01

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Patrice Lumumba was the first prime minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo for just ten weeks in 1960. The brevity of Lumumba's time in charge reflects he difficulties of governing an enormous, ethnically diverse country deliberately underdeveloped by its former Belgian colonial masters. But it was the fomenting rivalry between the US and…

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EP130: Daniel Noboa 1:03:22

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Daniel Noboa has been President of Ecuador since November 2023. The youngest democratically elected state leader in the world, Noboa has had a highly tumultuous introduction to high office. In January this year, violent crime in Ecuador, which had been increasing for nearly a decade, reached a terrible crescendo when two of the country’s gang leade…

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EP129: Robert Fico 1:01:01

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Robert Fico has been the prime minister of Slovakia since 2023, and has served in that position three times since 2006. The thankfully unsuccessful attempt on Fico's life came at a time when the prime minister had become genuinely controversial internationally for the first time. This followed an increasingly erratic approach to the Slovakian media…

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EP128: Nouri al-Maliki 1:06:07

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Nouri al-Maliki was Prime Minister of Iraq between 2006 and 2014, a tenure that makes him easily the country's longest serving post-2003 prime minister. Maliki became Iraq's head of government in the maelstrom of Iraq's sectarian civil war, following the 2003 US-UK invasion of the country. Today’s is a story of the collapse of the Iraqi state, and …

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EP127: Sadyr Japarov 1:09:03

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Sadyr Japarov has been the President of Kyrgyzstan since 2021. Japarov's rise to power came after his country had experienced three revolutions in 15 years, in a part of the World unused to political upheaval. Today's episode investigates whether the three Kyrgyz revolutions, so unusual for Central Asia, have benefited the country's development. On…

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EP126: Jean-Bertrand Aristide 1:08:32

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Jean-Bertrand Aristide was President of Haiti three times between 1991 and 2004. A lightning rod for hope and democracy on his election in 1990, the overall course and tone of Aristide's political career was set remarkably early on in 1991, when after just eight months in power, Aristide was removed in a coup. As you’re about to hear, Aristide’s re…

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EP125: Keir Starmer 51:47

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Keir Starmer has been the leader of the UK Labour Party since 2020. This makes him Leader of the Opposition, and - if the polls are to be believed - Britain's next prime minister. Amid a revolving door of prime ministers, Brexit, and the pandemic, Starmer’s rise from leader of the weakest Labour Party since the Second World War to being in poll pos…

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EP124: Afonso Dhlakama 1:02:26

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Afonso Dhlakama was the leader of RENAMO, Mozambique's main opposition movement, for over forty years until his death in 2018. Dhlakama’s story, and the Mozambican Civil War at large, are notable for two reasons. First is the regional and international dimension of the war. Mozambique's FRELIMO government courted support from communist powers such …