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The Truth About Amy
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A 24 year-old mum tries to escape a violent relationship.
She quickly packs the car – her two young daughters are strapped into the back seat.
The engine’s running.
She heads back inside to get one last thing … and never comes out.
From the creators of the groundbreaking murder mystery podcast The Lady Vanishes, this is the story of Amy Wensley.
A decade after her death was written off as a suicide, it is now being treated as a homicide and a new investigation is underway.
Finally, The Truth About Amy will be revealed.
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The team discusses recent events bringing us closer to The Truth About Amy being realised. There’s lots more to come, so check out our website for the latest news and online packages The Truth About Amy podcast | 7NEWS If you’re in Perth, please come along to the Silent March against domestic violence – details are here 34th March Against Domestic and Family Violence - Centre For Women's Safety and Wellbeing And please wear pink for Amy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With a legal career spanning more than four decades, Tom Percy gives his unvarnished opinion of life on the coal face. He bluntly discusses the very realistic hurdles which remain for Amy’s family wanting the truth of her death to come out and what he considers the primary contributor to increasing violence affecting every part of our society.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After escaping from a domestic violence situation, Elise Phillips has dedicated her life to helping others facing similar challenges. Her strength and understanding of what’s involved provides invaluable insight into the situation Amy was facing just before she died and what’s required to overcome the biggest issue currently facing the nation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A cold case investigator has volunteered their expertise to help solve the case of Amy Wensley! Alison and Liam are joined by Dr Xanthe Mallett to discuss what is required to ensure Justice for Amy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why aren’t decisions by the Director of Public Prosecutions reviewable? The teams speaks to NSW Crime Commissioner and former QLD State Coroner Michael Barnes who helps to dissect Amy’s case and provides insight into how he would have handled it if he had been Coroner at her inquest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The team speaks to a very special guest about what’s currently going on behind the scenes. The DPP responds to recent calls for assistance by the family and a passionate plea to a significant witness who could hold the key to this entire case.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The team is joined by Australia’s finest detective Ron Iddles who offers his own unique insight on the handling of Amy’s case. He discusses what actions police should be taking now, the difficulties associated with getting authorities to change their minds once they’re already fixed on a position, and his own battles with the ‘brotherhood’. Don’t forget to please sign and share our petition https://www.change.org/p/justice-for-amy-help-refer-my-niece-s-case-to-office-of-director-of-public-prosecutionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The team is joined by radio legend and author Greg Cary who provides his unique take on Amy’s case and discusses how the power and impact of true crime podcasts could be better utilised by authorities. Please sign our petition Petition · Justice for Amy: help refer my Niece's case to - Office of Director of Public Prosecutions - Australia · Change.org Visit gregcary.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Julie Speight is not only a national cycling champion but the podcast’s first super sleuth. Like so many, Julie was troubled by the way Amy’s case was handled and has dedicated herself to helping ensure the truth is realised. With Julie, the team interrogates the more confusing and bizarre details of the case and discuss the latest responses from those tasked to serve and protect the community. Please sign and share our petition Petition · Justice for Amy: help refer my Niece's case to - Office of Director of Public Prosecutions - Australia · Change.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After 12 episodes, there’s so much to digest in The Truth About Amy. Alison and Liam are joined by Chief Courts Reporter for The West Australian newspaper, Tim Clarke who lends his considerable expertise to the analysis of Amy’s case. Last year Tim was named WA journalist of the year and has covered a variety of major criminal trials, including that of Bradley Robert Edwards, who was eventually convicted of the Claremont killings. He went on to write a book about it called Enigma of the Dark. Please sign and share our petition for Amy – https://www.change.org/p/justice-for-amy-help-refer-my-niece-s-case-to-office-of-director-of-public-prosecutionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New evidence comes to light which will force authorities to take another look. The team chases comment from the people who have the power to see if they’ll join the pursuit of Justice for Amy. And details on David Simmons upcoming court appearance and what you can expect to see happen before the year’s end. Please sign our petition Change.org/JusticeForAmy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, the people you haven’t heard from yet make an appearance and provide critical clues, which makes The Truth About Amy much clearer. Also, a distant relative of David Simmons comes forward with some startling details about some disturbing incidents she witnessed, in the months prior to Amy’s death.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A world-renowned crime scene reconstruction expert does his own analysis as to whether it’s possible Amy could have taken her own life. And we reveal what happened to the detectives who botched the handling of Amy’s case from the start.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A reconstruction of the crime scene reveals Amy couldn’t possibly have killed herself. This episode includes the track 'Identity Crisis' by Myuu at thedarkpiano.com as well as Graveyard Song by Bob Cronk 1 https://open.spotify.com/track/326bj0VCDTtj0yrNuyDw0c?si=be6d6eaeda4744ee See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Who is David Simmons? This episode includes the track 'Identity Crisis' by Myuu at thedarkpiano.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why did David Simmons' father Robert think his son killed Amy? And why did Gareth Price’s ex wife pull out from testifying at the inquest at the last minute? Details of an horrific threat on social media which until now has impeded The Truth About Amy from being revealed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A deep dive on Joshua Bryden who says he left just before Amy died and returned just after. We reveal secret messages he shared with Amy and catch up with him at his home. This episode makes use of this track: Cinematic Suspense Series Episode 004 by Sascha EndeFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/5798-cinematic-suspense-series-episode-004License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The troubled life of Gareth Edward Toll Price and why he’s convinced his best mate David didn’t have anything to do with Amy’s death. Price is the same age Amy would have been had she lived but in a startling interview with Liam Bartlett, he reveals some holes in the theory Amy’s gunshot was self-inflicted. This episode makes use of this track: Cinematic Suspense Series Episode 004 by Sascha EndeFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/5798-cinematic-suspense-series-episode-004License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We uncover a vital clue which will prove critical for ongoing inquiries. Amy’s best friends spill the tea, revealing why she was so excited in the lead-up to her unexpected death.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Amy’s family comes together for the first time since the inquest into her death. Her daughters, who were almost 4 and 6 when their mum died, pay tribute to their mum and discuss what they want to happen now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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