Best Re Investigating Cold Cases Podcasts (2025)

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Cold Blooded Conversation with Chris Connelly 29:09

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It's March, 2017, when the body of beloved surgeon, Dr. Eric Garcia, is found inside his home in Ketchikan, Alaska. While police initially suspect suicide, a closer look leads to a much darker truth. Tune in as Maggie is joined by 20/20 correspondent and host of "Cold Blooded: Mystery in Alaska," Chris Connelly, and the pair discuss Chris' on the g…

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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

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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

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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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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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VANISHED: Daniel Robinson 42:00

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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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CrimeCon 2025 with Mother Knows Death 31:22

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UAV Weekly was in attendance for CrimeCon 2025 and we wanted to share some of our conversations with fellow podcasters, experts, and influencers in true crime. On today's episode, UAV Weekly Producer Jon Street sits down with Pathologists' Assistant, author, and host of "Mother Knows Death," Nicole Angemi. Tune in as the two discuss Nicole's experi…

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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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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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MURDERED: Katie Janness 45:21

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It's July, 2021, when 40-year-old midtown Atlanta resident, Katie Janness, and her dog are found dead in Piedmont Park, an epicenter for social activity and one of the largest green spaces in the city. Faulty security cameras in the park, plus a lack of physical evidence leaves police with little to go on, and the chilling nature of the crime scene…

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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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UNRESOLVED: Elisa Lam 49:48

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It's January, 2013, when 21-year-old college student Elisa Lam disappears after checking into LA's infamous Cecil Hotel. Elisa's family and police launch a search, but it isn't until weeks later that a hotel worker finds the body of Elisa Lam inside one of the Cecil Hotel's main water tanks. Police focus in on the sole piece of evidence, eerie secu…

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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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Chat: Jim Sheridan's 'Re-Creation' - The Trial of Ian Bailey 5:28

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A gripping new film challenges us to be the jury in one of Ireland's most notorious unsolved murders. Would you convict? Jim Sheridan's "Recreation" The Trial of Ian Bailey brings the Sophie Toscan du Plantier case to life in a groundbreaking format. Twelve fictional jurors examine real evidence, debating guilt and innocence. Starring Colm Meaney a…

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Inside Lone Actor Attacks of Mass Violence 45:25

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Behind every act of lone actor violence lies a web of personal, social, and ideological influences. Consultant forensic psychologist Dr Nathan Brooks explores these dynamics in his book Mass Casualty: The Rise of Lone Actors, drawing on research and real-world cases to examine prevention and response strategies. He joins us on this episode of Austr…

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UNEXPLAINED: Travis Walton 52:28

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It's November, 1975, when woodcutter Travis Walton vanishes into thin air while working in an Arizona forest. His shaken-up crewmates tell a story of an otherworldly craft appearing moments before Travis disappeared. Five days later Travis would re-appear with a story hard for many to believe. Tune in as Maggie and Payne dive into Travis' story, wi…

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Shortcut: From High-Risk Policing to Personal Healing 17:21

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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. Craig Semple is a former New South Wales police officer with 25 years’ experience in high-risk law enforcement. He shares his journey through stress, burnout and, ultimately, recovery, as detailed in his books The C…

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From High-Risk Policing to Personal Healing 1:11:28

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Craig Semple is a former New South Wales police officer with 25 years’ experience in high-risk law enforcement. He shares his journey through stress, burnout and, ultimately, recovery, as detailed in his books The Cop Who Fell to Earth and Getting Back Up Again. You can click here to purchase your copy of The Cop Who Fell to Earth, and Getting Back…

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23 Days: The Don Tidey Kidnapping 44:59

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In 1983, a high-profile kidnapping shook Ireland to its core. But the rescue operation would end in tragedy. In this week episode, Nules delves into the gripping story of Don Tidy's abduction and the devastating aftermath that followed. We explore the complexities of 1980s Ireland, where political tensions, organised crime, and heroism collided wit…

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Wanda Beach Murders: Spirits Reveal the Killer 25:50

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Send us a text Australia’s most chilling cold case — the Wanda Beach murders. Two teenage girls, brutally slain in 1965. The killer never found… until now? In this episode, we turn to the spirit world for answers. Who really killed Marianne and Christine? In this episode, we combine true crime investigation with paranormal insight, asking the spiri…

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VANISHED: Justin Alexander 50:04

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It's September, 2016, when American adventurer Justin Alexander goes missing during a trek through the Himalaya mountains of northern India. Friends and family descend on the area and begin a search, and local police launch their investigation, focusing in on a local holy man last seen accompanying Justin on the trail. Tune in as Maggie sits down h…

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Shortcut: Inside the High Country Murders Investigation 15:31

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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. The disappearance of Russell Hill and Carol Clay in Victoria’s high country ultimately saw Jetstar pilot Greg Lynn charged with their murders. In "In the Dead of Night", author and screenwriter Greg Haddrick traces …

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Inside the High Country Murders Investigation 44:05

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The disappearance of Russell Hill and Carol Clay in Victoria’s high country ultimately saw Jetstar pilot Greg Lynn charged with their murders. In "In the Dead of Night", author and screenwriter Greg Haddrick traces the investigation and trial, and joins us to reflect on one of Victoria’s most significant recent murder cases. You can purchase your c…

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VANISHED: Frederick Valentich 48:33

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It's Saturday, October 21, 1978, when pilot Frederick Valentich disappears while flying off the coast of southern Australia. Unusual radio transmissions between Frederick and the control tower tell the story of a pilot in distress. Frederick reports seeing a strange looking aircraft that he cannot identify. The transmissions then suddenly cease. Tu…

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Re-Issue: Why should we care about conspiracy theorists and so-called sovereign citizens? 44:22

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Yesterday, (August 26th, 2025), two police officers were shot and killed in the Victorian town of Porepunkah. The suspected gunman, Dezi Freeman, is still on the run. Dezi is an alleged "Sovereign Citizen", so today we are re-issuing our episode from 2023 "Ep #305: Why should we care about conspiracy theorists and so-called sovereign citizens?" Lin…

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Sandrine Jourdan: Episode 3 - Letters and Lies 55:03

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Mysterious letters arrive months after Sandrine vanishes. Using AI analysis, we discover the hidden truths behind these letters and expose the deception.By truecrimeaiinvestigations

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Exploring Survivors' Decisions to Re-Engage With the Criminal Legal System in Cold Case Sexual Assault Investigations 41:31

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In this episode of the Psychology of Women Quarterly podcast series, Dr. Jaclyn Siegel interviews authors McKenzie Javorka and Rebecca Campbell about the article, "Exploring Survivors' Decisions to Re-Engage With the Criminal Legal System in Cold Case Sexual Assault Investigations" published in December 2024.…

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Sandrine Jourdan: Episode 2 - Reading Between the Lines 55:43

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Three women. Same region. Three years. Two vanish without a trace. One is brutally murdered. In Episode 2, we explore overlapping social circles, police assumptions of suicide, and what AI analysis of Sandrine’s diaries really reveals. Could these three cases be connected? Or is it coincidence? Join Rachael for Reading Between the Lines.…

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Shortcut: Viola Kline’s Son Keeps His Promise 17:18

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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. Ashton Kline was just 15 when his father murdered his mother, Viola Margaret Kline, in an arson attack in regional Victoria. He shares how a promise to his mum to care for his younger brother, Grant, has shaped thei…

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Silent Observer: Ellen O'Sullivan's Story 34:34

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A brutal murder in 1931 Ireland shook a small town to its core. The investigation that followed was just as unsettling. In our latest episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries, Nules delves into the shocking case of Ellen O'Sullivan who was brutally murdered in County Kerry. The episode explores not just the crime, but the controversial methods used …

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Viola Kline’s Son Keeps His Promise 57:04

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Ashton Kline was just 15 when his father murdered his mother, Viola Margaret Kline, in an arson attack in regional Victoria. He shares how a promise to his mum to care for his younger brother, Grant, has shaped their lives ever since. Now a nursing educator, Ashton joins us to reflects on resilience, grief, and finding purpose after unimaginable lo…

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Investigation Update | 9 – The lawyer behind the podcast 50:58

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Meet the lawyer guiding the Dear Rachelle team through the legal challenges of Rachelle Childs’ cold case. In this bonus episode, host Ashlea Hansen speaks to Justin Quill, a partner at Thomson Geer who has advised the podcast from the beginning. Justin reveals the careful legal checks behind every episode, from managing defamation risk to handling…

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BTS: Payne's Investigation into Jodi Huisentruit 33:09

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Tune in as Maggie is joined by Payne Lindsey and the two give you a behind the scenes look at Payne's investigation into the disappearance of Jodi Huisentruit for the Up and Vanished television show on Oxygen. If you have tips about a case you want to share email us at [email protected], DM us on Instagram @uavweekly, or give us a call at 770-545…

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Impact of Intergroup Dialogue on LGBTQ+ and Non-LGBTQ+ Individuals in South Korea 18:50

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In this episode of The Counseling Psychologist podcast series, Drs. Yun-Jeong Shin, Jesun Kim, and Hyuk-Jin Kwon talk about the article recently published in TCP titled, "Impact of Intergroup Dialogue on LGBTQ+ and Non-LGBTQ+ Individuals in South Korea."

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Shortcut: Victoria's gun system failed Marilyn Burdon 17:19

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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. Marilyn Burdon was a 70-year-old mother and grandmother who, in 2017, was killed in her Kew home by her former partner, Charles Bisucci, who then took his own life. Despite being banned from owning firearms for over…

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Victoria's gun system failed Marilyn Burdon 52:13

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Marilyn Burdon was a 70-year-old mother and grandmother who, in 2017, was killed in her Kew home by her former partner, Charles Bisucci, who then took his own life. Despite being banned from owning firearms for over a decade, Bisucci was able to access multiple guns, a failure later examined at a coronial inquest that led to recommendations for cha…

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Peter Falconio Murder Case; Bradley Murdoch Speaks Podcast 24:23

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Send us a text We connect with the spirits of Bradley Murdoch and Peter Falconio via Spirit Box to explore Australia’s infamous Outback murder case. Did Murdoch really commit the crime—or does the truth lie beyond the grave? A chilling true crime paranormal investigation told with compassion for Peter’s family. This is the longer version of our You…