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 DescriptionIn this episode of Exhuming the Truth, we examine the tragic shooting at Bondi Beach—an incident that unfolded in one of Australia’s most iconic public spaces and shattered the sense of safety so many take for granted.We walk through what is known about the events, separate confirmed facts from speculation, and explore the broader implications for public safety, community trauma, and accountability. Beyond the headlines, this episode considers how violence in public spaces impacts victims, witnesses, first responders, and an entire nation left grappling with shock and unanswered questions.This is not an episode created for shock value. It is an effort to bear witness, to honour those affected, and to ask the difficult but necessary questions about prevention, responsibility, and how we respond—both as systems and as a society—when violence occurs in plain sight.Content warning: This episode contains discussion of real-world violence and trauma. Listener discretion is advised.If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available. In Australia, Lifeline is available 24/7 on 13 11 14.REEL played via @putaustraliafirst @emekaunscriptedhttps://www.instagram.com/reel/DR-jXpXEQSk/?igsh=ajJpb3hlYWFkcTBn
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 theories that have fuelled decades of public debate.A haunting outback mystery, a controversial investigation, and one of Australia’s most polarising true crime stories — examined through forensic detail and fact-driven analysis.
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 will shock you. We walk through the events leading up to this day, and what sentence was handed down. Hannah deserved safety and protection; she deserved her life. This is a community crisis. • 1800RESPECT – 1800 737 732National 24/7 counselling, support & safety planning.• Lifeline – 13 11 14Crisis support 24/7.• Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636Support for anxiety, depression & emotional distress.• Women’s Domestic Violence Helpline (WA) – 1800 007 339Support, crisis accommodation & safety planning.• Men’s Referral Service – 1300 766 491For men who use violence or feel at risk of doing so.• DV Assist (Regional WA) – 1800 080 083Confidential localised FDV support for rural and remote areas.• Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800Support for anyone aged 5–25.• Police (emergency) – 000If you or someone else is in immediate danger.Family & Domestic Violence Support Lines (Australia)
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 evidence, and the systemic failures that allowed this innocent man to be imprisoned. Andrew Mallard's story is a lesson in resilience, truth-seeking and the urgent need for reform in Australia.
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 the details of the timeline, what we know so far, and what areas we have covered in day 6 of our active search for Rob Snyder. The family's best chance of finding their beloved Rob lies with community reach. If you or anyone you know reside in the Oakford, Cardup, Mundijong, Jarrahdale, Serpentine area please share the episode as far and wide as possible, so we can broaden our search. Our thoughts and strength are with the Snyder family during this painful period.
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 forensic science, exploring how investigative biases and regional isolation may have shaped one of WA's most haunting cold cases.
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! On this episode of Exhuming the Truth, I examine the pitfalls of psychic intervention in missing person cases and how this interferes with real-life processes.
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 the eyewitnesses who saw her disembark from her travels from the Grange Terminus toward Thomas Street. Let's bring light to solve this for Betty Shanks.
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, we jump deep into the evidence, the forensics, and the speculation that follows.Was Betty's killer a soldier returning from war?A police officer abusing his power?Or a stranger driven by opportunity and rage? Through forensic reasoning, we revisit crime scene clues and talk about new interpretations of what happened to Betty Shanks. Join us on this episode of Queensland's oldest, coldest case.
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 into the heart of a family’s search for answers. What really happened to Tremaine that night? Why has so little information been released publicly? And what clues might still lie hidden in the Lockyer landscape?Join me as we trace the timeline of Tremaine’s final known movements, speak with those closest to him, and examine how missing person investigations unfold when the truth feels just out of reach.If you have information about Tremaine’s disappearance, please contact Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit crimestoppers.com.au.
In part one of Where are the Beaumont Children we discussed the case in a broad sense. Today, in part two, we discuss the details of the case with a timeline according to witness recounts, a discussion on who the main witnesses were, aswell as recounting the historical records of publications at the time of the disapperances in 1966. From here, we jump deep into Criminological theory, including victimology, behavioural profiling, and most importantly, why I think the main suspect is not guilty. Join us while we unpack this complex, historical Australian case in part two.
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 we begin unraveling the events, myths and lasting impact of the Beaumont case.
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 case. In this episode, we revisit the events of that night, and discuss where the investigation is more than four decades later.
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 I deliver a podcast I wish I never had to deliver, revealing the deeper meaning of these lives lost and what they reveal about the system that controls the world we live in.
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 this episode, we trace the timeline with the little information made available, til the tragic confrontation on the 8th of September that saw the end of the pursuit for the family. Was this a desperate father protecting his kids from a broken system, or a fugitive putting them at risk?What does this case reveal about the justice system, custody battles, and the limits of law enforcement and media-designed coverage? Join me as we dig into the facts behind a case that is dividing the internet.
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 Dezi Freeman as a lens, we explore why some disappearances trigger massive resources, while the majority fade into the system. This is a hard-hitting, confrontational discussion about fairness, accountability, and the human cost of selective attention.Tune in if you want the stark contrasts in missing persons responses and why every life deserves equal urgency.
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 the failures that allowed her abuser back into her life, and the devastating impact her murder has had on her family and the community.
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 uncover how a man who studied crime became a criminal himself, and we ask what his downfall reveals about power, trust and accountability.
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 episode of Exhuming the Truth, I examine the final moments of Luke's life, the official narrative, and the unanswered questions that still haunt his loved ones.We explore the Gilbert family's fight for justice by sharing the devastating outcome of a situation that could very well have been avoided. Join us as we shed light on the injustice faced by the Gilberts while we ask, when lives are cut short by those in authority, who speaks for the silenced?
How you can help on the ground and from afarJACK'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 contribute, from sharing key information to helping coordinate resources. Every set of eyes and every bit of awareness brings us closer to answers for Jack and his family.
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