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Another Not Guilty

Another Not Guilty

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Another Not Guilty tells the stories true crime won’t touch — the real cases where the government gets it wrong, the defense fights back, and justice somehow survives. Hosted by public defenders who’ve seen everything from police “oopsies” to prosecutorial plot twists, ANG gives you a front-row seat to the wild, emotional, hilarious, and infuriating world inside America’s courtrooms. Each episode features real public defenders sharing the cases that made them laugh, cry, or question reality. ...
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Can institutional culture challenge your mental health? What if your job makes you feel shame, sadness, grief, disgust and fear? What if you are expected not to feel? Or you are expected to be relentlessly competitive? What it’s like to live or work in a prison? Does working with people who commit murder, child abuse and rape affect people who work in prisons and the wider criminal justice system? How do people survive and thrive when facing significant challenges to our emotional health ove ...
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Everything you ever wanted to know about Crime Scene Investigations - but were afraid to ask. Join DI Andy Thompson, former CSI Joey Giddings, and crime writer Cara Hunter as we pick our way over what TV depictions of police work get right - and criminally wrong...
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This is the Secret Society of Strangers — the podcast where we explore history's strange and unexplained events. The dark, often misunderstood rituals, beliefs, and people behind them. From ancient occult practices to murders and disappearances that leave witnesses and officials baffled. Ever found yourself at 3am researching the Hex Hollow Murder? Wondered why the Dyatlov Pass evidence doesn't add up? Questioned what really happened at Flannan Isles Lighthouse? You've found your tribe. Join ...
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Inside Counter Terrorism Policing

Counter Terrorism Policing

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Have you ever wondered what it’s like to tackle terrorists as your day job? Every day, incredible women across Counter Terrorism Policing work to keep the public safe from terrorism and play a crucial part in protecting the UK’s national security. However, it isn’t always easy to talk about what they do publicly. So, in this special podcast series to mark International Women’s Day, we are taking you behind the scenes to reveal the untold stories of working in counter terrorism. Over five epi ...
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The Silk Code

Paul Levinson

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In this podiobook: Phil D'Amato, New York City forensic detective, is caught in an ongoing struggle that dates all the way back to the dawn of humanity on earth--and one of his best friends is a recent casualty. Unless Phil can unravel the genetic puzzle of the Silk Code, he'll soon be just as dead.Praise for The Silk Code:"Forensic detective Phil D'Amato is one of my favorite characters, and the puzzles he solves are always imaginative, ingenious, and addictive, but Paul Levinson really out ...
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Crime and the Courtroom

John M. Collins

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Crime and the Courtroom is a unique and stimulating examination of the American criminal justice system for the authorities and supporting professionals who make criminal justice possible. We turn an observant eye toward the system's evolving capacity to strike the delicate balance between preserving the quality of life of our citizens and protecting the rights of the accused. Hosted by one of the most respected and influential forensic experts in the United States, John M. Collins and his g ...
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The Boy in the Woods, six-year-old Rikki Neave, had been strangled and left naked. His body was positioned in a distinctive star shape. People on the council estate where he lived told police they had seen his mother, Ruth, hitting and shouting at Rikki. He was on the Social Services Register of children at risk. All the people closest to Rikki were in trouble and all of them were known to the authorities who offered help. It didn't work. The day before he died his mother begged a family aid ...
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The Crime Scene Insiders

The Crime Scene Insiders

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Welcome to the Crime Scene Insiders Podcast! A true crime podcast with a CSI twist, that will take you under the barrier tape of real criminal investigations. Brought to you by experienced CSIs Angela Davies and Dionne Watson. Launch date Friday the 30th of May! New episodes released fortnightly!
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Beyond Recognition: The First Modern Murder

Beyond Recognition: The First Modern Murder

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From the creators of Small Town Dicks comes a story about the first modern murder investigation... It was a crime like no other, unleashing horrors not seen since Jack the Ripper. On a crisp autumn morning in 1935, a brother and sister out for a walk in the Scottish countryside stumbled upon dozens of packages containing dissected human remains. Who - or what - could have done this? Now largely forgotten, the Ruxton case grabbed worldwide attention. A real-life Agatha Christie mystery, the g ...
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In this episode of Another Not Guilty, the hosts are joined by public defender Lauren Hillary to break down a case that should terrify anyone who believes evidence still matters. The state charged Lauren’s client with 13 felony sex offenses, including counts carrying multiple life sentences—based largely on printed email notifications allegedly tie…
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In this episode, we sit down with Dr Gary Currie — the CSI, Crime Scene Manager, national trainer, and senior lecturer who has shaped countless careers… including ours. Gary reflects on more than 30 years under the barrier tape: from the early SOCO days to modern CSI work, the culture shifts, the chaos, the humour that keeps you going, and the mome…
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Keywords psychology, debate, societal issues, equality, justice, racism, diagnostic systems, therapy, mental health, resilience Summary This conversation explores the state of psychology, focusing on the lack of serious debate within the field, the challenges of addressing societal issues such as racism and inequality, and the role of diagnosis in …
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Keywords psychology, debate, societal issues, equality, justice, racism, diagnostic systems, therapy, mental health, resilience Summary This conversation explores the state of psychology, focusing on the lack of serious debate within the field, the challenges of addressing societal issues such as racism and inequality, and the role of diagnosis in …
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**EPISODE DESCRIPTION:**The Lost Colony of Roanoke remains America's oldest unsolved mystery. In 1587, 117 English colonists—including 17 women, 11 children, and newborn Virginia Dare—arrived at Roanoke Island. Three years later, they had vanished completely. No bodies. No graves. No bones.John White, the colony's governor, left his family behind t…
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Introduction: In this episode, we are joined by Andrew MacLeod, a passionate advocate and lawyer who has dedicated his life to addressing the complex issues surrounding children born of war and the injustices they face. With a background in law and a personal journey marked by profound loss, Andrew has transformed his experiences into a powerful mi…
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Introduction: In this episode, we are joined by Andrew MacLeod, a passionate advocate and lawyer who has dedicated his life to addressing the complex issues surrounding children born of war and the injustices they face. With a background in law and a personal journey marked by profound loss, Andrew has transformed his experiences into a powerful mi…
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On November 16, 1957, police entered a Wisconsin farmhouse investigating a theft. What they found would traumatize seasoned investigators and change horror cinema forever. Ed Gein's crimes weren't just murders—they were documented reality so disturbing that three iconic horror films (Psycho, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Silence of the Lambs) drew direc…
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Join Pat and Sahara as they unravel a courtroom tale filled with unexpected humor and legal twists. Set against the backdrop of a laundromat, this episode showcases their dynamic teamwork and sharp legal strategies. From hilarious judge interactions to a not guilty verdict that leaves everyone cheering, this story is a testament to the power of per…
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Former Detective Sergeant Joanne Mackel joins us for a deeply personal conversation about her life, her policing career, and the decades-long search for answers surrounding her mum’s disappearance. Joanne’s mother, Ann Law, went missing from Newcastle in 1973. Ann’s body has never been found, and it is long believed that she was murdered and buried…
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Keywords Oxfam, safeguarding, sexual exploitation, whistleblowing, autism, media coverage, aid sector, leadership, moral injury, charity Takeaways Helen Evans was the global head of safeguarding at Oxfam. She uncovered systemic issues of sexual exploitation and abuse within the organization. Despite her efforts, she faced resistance from senior man…
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Keywords Oxfam, safeguarding, sexual exploitation, whistleblowing, autism, media coverage, aid sector, leadership, moral injury, charity Takeaways Helen Evans was the global head of safeguarding at Oxfam. She uncovered systemic issues of sexual exploitation and abuse within the organization. Despite her efforts, she faced resistance from senior man…
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November 1930. Canadian Arctic. 25 people. Gone. French-Canadian fur trapper Joe LaBelle arrives at a familiar Inuit settlement at Anjikuni Lake expecting warmth, food, and shelter. Instead, he finds something impossible: an entire village abandoned mid-task. Cooking pots still over dead fires. Rifles leaning against tent poles. Personal belongings…
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Keywords male circumcision, non-therapeutic circumcision, psychological impact, medical ethics, cultural practices, legal aspects, mental health, personal testimonies, advocacy, support services Summary; This conversation delves into the complex and often controversial topic of male circumcision, particularly focusing on non-therapeutic circumcisio…
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Keywords male circumcision, non-therapeutic circumcision, psychological impact, medical ethics, cultural practices, legal aspects, mental health, personal testimonies, advocacy, support services Summary; This conversation delves into the complex and often controversial topic of male circumcision, particularly focusing on non-therapeutic circumcisio…
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Eastern State Penitentiary wasn't just America's first true penitentiary—it was a revolutionary experiment in breaking the human mind through isolation. In this deep-dive investigation, we explore how Benjamin Franklin and Dr. Benjamin Rush's vision of moral reformation through solitary confinement became one of history's most haunted locations. Fr…
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In this final episode of the 2025 season of Crime and the Courtroom, host John Collins takes a candid and uncompromising look at a growing challenge within the forensic science community: the accelerating push toward standardization. While standards have long played a vital role in improving consistency and strengthening laboratory management, Coll…
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Rachel and Dallas talk to Mike Detardo from Atlanta about how he beat four life sentences for his client. How an unlawful phone dump helped the defense uncover the key videos that turned the case around. Trigger Warning: sexual assault, self harm Dive into more stories from the bold and brilliant public defenders wherever you listen to podcasts, an…
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In this episode of The Crime Scene Insiders, we sit down with expert investigator and diving specialist Peter Faulding, Founder of Specialist Group International (SGI). Peter shares his remarkable journey — from early careers in emergency response to becoming a leading voice in underwater search and recovery operations. We dive into the technology …
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In this episode, we meet with Bethany Roper, a doctoral researcher at the University of the West of Scotland, who explores dementia in forensic mental health settings. Bethany shares insights from her research and her experiences working at Broadmoor Hospital. Keywords Bethany Roper, dementia, forensic mental health, University of the West of Scotl…
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In this episode, we meet with Bethany Roper, a doctoral researcher at the University of the West of Scotland, who explores dementia in forensic mental health settings. Bethany shares insights from her research and her experiences working at Broadmoor Hospital. Keywords Bethany Roper, dementia, forensic mental health, University of the West of Scotl…
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March 1997. A mansion in Rancho Santa Fe. 39 bodies in matching Nike sneakers and purple shrouds. The largest mass suicide on U.S. soil. This is the finale of our Heaven's Gate series - the story of how Marshall Applewhite convinced 38 people that a comet was their spaceship home. ⚠️ Content Warning: Suicide, cult manipulation, death. Call 988 if y…
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Keywords ADHD, grief, resilience, palliative care, near-death experience, personal growth, mental health, vulnerability, integrity, healing Summary In this conversation, Jay Morgan Hyrons shares her unique career journey, marked by personal loss and resilience. Her husband, Gary was killed in the |Falklands war. She discusses her experiences with A…
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Keywords ADHD, grief, resilience, palliative care, near-death experience, personal growth, mental health, vulnerability, integrity, healing Summary In this conversation, Jay Morgan Hyrons shares her unique career journey, marked by personal loss and resilience. Her husband, Gary was killed in the |Falklands war. She discusses her experiences with A…
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⚠️ CONTENT WARNING: Suicide, cult manipulation, graphic medical content. Crisis support: 988 What happens when your co-messiah dies? Marshall Applewhite faced total theological collapse in 1985 when Bonnie Nettles died of cancer—after years of teaching they were immortal extraterrestrial beings. This is the moment Heaven's Gate became a death cult.…
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Peter Neal might be a "baby" public defender out in L.A. County — but the only ones crying are the prosecutors when he walks his client out with a fresh not guilty. In this episode, Peter breaks down his early trial wins, the nerves and grit behind first-year PD work, and what it feels like when the jury delivers those magic words. Experience the f…
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This week’s episode of The Crime Scene Insiders is a deeply personal one. Ange opens up about an assault she and a friend experienced three years ago, and the long, exhausting journey through the criminal justice system that followed. As someone who’s spent years working within the sector, Ange offers a unique perspective on how victims can be let …
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Keywords clinical psychology, parenting, adolescence, neurodiversity, identity formation, emotional wellbeing, family dynamics, communication, executive function, teenage brain Summary In this conversation, Dr. Bettina Hohnen, a clinical psychologist specializing in working with young people and their families, shares her insights on the complexiti…
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Keywords clinical psychology, parenting, adolescence, neurodiversity, identity formation, emotional wellbeing, family dynamics, communication, executive function, teenage brain Summary In this conversation, Dr. Bettina Hohnen, a clinical psychologist specializing in working with young people and their families, shares her insights on the complexiti…
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In this episode, John tells the full story about his battle with hearing loss, how it started, and what steps are now being taken to give him back his hearing. It is a story involving a serious accident in a forensic laboratory many years ago - sometime around 1995 - and one that provides some important lessons about safety, leadership, and persona…
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Part 2: The Classroom | When Evolution Becomes Erasure September 1975. Waldport, Oregon. Population: 2,000. A poster appears on telephone poles: "UFO'S - Why they are here. Who they have come for. When they will leave." That night, 200 curious people walked into a community center. Twenty walked out and never looked back—leaving jobs, families, ent…
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keywords security, resilience, military, mental health, role models, mentorship, personal growth, career transition, moral compass, community engagement summary In this conversation, Pasha, a security expert, shares his journey from a challenging upbringing to a successful career in security and military. He discusses the importance of resilience, …
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keywords security, resilience, military, mental health, role models, mentorship, personal growth, career transition, moral compass, community engagement summary In this conversation, Pasha, a security expert, shares his journey from a challenging upbringing to a successful career in security and military. He discusses the importance of resilience, …
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As we near the end of our 5th season, John Collins first takes a moment to discuss his upcoming surgery and his battle with hearing loss following an accident that occurred in a laboratory where he worked while he was in his early 20s. He then discusses "command coaching," which is an application of coaching at the initial points of promotion for s…
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There's a website that's been running for 27 years. HeavensGate.com. Still maintained. Still recruiting. March 1997: Thirty-nine people died believing they were boarding a spaceship. But this story starts twenty-five years earlier—in a Houston hospital, with two broken people who turned their shared delusion into cosmic destiny. This is Part 1 of o…
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In this episode of The Crime Scene Insiders, we’re joined by James Harris — former City of London Police detective, specialist in major crime investigations, and one of the UK’s most highly trained investigative interview specialists. James shares insights from his policing career, including his approach to interviewing suspects and witnesses, and …
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Keywords Andrew Lownie, royal biographies, rogue royals, privilege, entitlement, criminal activities, emotional immaturity, truth to power, historical narratives, biography writing Summary In this engaging conversation, bestselling author Andrew Lownie discusses his experiences and challenges in writing biographies of the British royal family, part…
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Keywords Andrew Lownie, royal biographies, rogue royals, privilege, entitlement, criminal activities, emotional immaturity, truth to power, historical narratives, biography writing Summary In this engaging conversation, bestselling author Andrew Lownie discusses his experiences and challenges in writing biographies of the British royal family, part…
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In this conversation, Philip shares his extensive experiences in psychotherapy, particularly focusing on his time at the Youth Treatment Centre. He discusses the importance of understanding young offenders, the significance of emotional safety and connection, and the challenges of leadership and vulnerability in therapeutic settings. Philip emphasi…
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In this conversation, Philip shares his extensive experiences in psychotherapy, particularly focusing on his time at the Youth Treatment Centre. He discusses the importance of understanding young offenders, the significance of emotional safety and connection, and the challenges of leadership and vulnerability in therapeutic settings. Philip emphasi…
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Some murders are solved quickly. Others linger for decades, their answers buried with the victims. And then there are cases like Turtle Lake—where the truth seems to have been swallowed by the North Dakota prairie itself. In the early morning hours of 1920, an entire family was slaughtered in their isolated farmhouse. Jacob Wolf, his wife, their fi…
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Defense attorney Ryan Sullivan out of Massachusetts casts doubt on his own client's confession to win an acquittal on all charges in a gun possession case. The defendant — a young shoe salesman who had been shot six times — faced a mandatory 1.5-year minimum sentence under Massachusetts's draconian gun laws that punished possessing a firearm for pr…
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This week on The Crime Scene Insiders, we’re joined by Lindsy Slamon as she reflects on her remarkable 20+ year career across roles as a Crime Scene Investigator, manager, and coordinator. From gripping cases—including the high-profile Dale Cregan investigation—to the unforgettable moments that kept her on her toes, Lindsay shares stories that are …
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Keywords human trafficking, abuse, recovery, trauma, mind control, elite pedophile network, healing, therapy, unconditional model, Anneke Lucas https://annekelucas.com/ Summary In this powerful conversation, Anneke Lucas shares her harrowing experiences of being sold into sex slavery at the age of six and the complex dynamics of her family backgrou…
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Keywords human trafficking, abuse, recovery, trauma, mind control, elite pedophile network, healing, therapy, unconditional model, Anneke Lucas https://annekelucas.com/ Summary In this powerful conversation, Anneke Lucas shares her harrowing experiences of being sold into sex slavery at the age of six and the complex dynamics of her family backgrou…
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New York, 1900-1907. Wealthy families are falling ill with a deadly fever. No clear source. No obvious pattern. Just death following an invisible killer through the city's most exclusive neighborhoods. When investigators finally traced the outbreak, they found something terrifying: a woman who carried typhoid fever but never got sick herself. Mary …
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Keywords restorative justice, Stand Out, SPEAR program, prison rehabilitation, criminal justice, reoffending, life skills, community support, volunteering Summary Penny Parker shares her transformative journey from studying geography to becoming a passionate advocate for restorative justice. Her experiences in the prison system led her to establish…
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