13 episodes
In the Land of Lies Imperative
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- True Crime
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4.5 • 37 Ratings
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Sean Kipe tells the story of former Georgia police officer Michael Chapel, convicted of the 1993 robbery and brutal murder of Emogene Thompson and sentenced to life in prison. However, with the recent surfacing of new information, Chapel’s story may have taken a dramatic turn – one that could potentially prove his innocence. Kipe takes a deep dive into Chapel’s past to find the unbelievable truth behind a story that involves corrupt police officers, crime rings, drug trafficking, steroids, and murder.
In the Land of Lies is written, created and hosted by Sean Kipe. Original music from Sean Kipe. Executive Producers are Jason Hoch and Gino Falsetto. Story Editing by Jason Hoch. Audio Engineering by Shaine Freeman. Cover Art and Design by Jeana Sullivan. Consulting Producer is Henry Ball.
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A Storm is Coming | Chapter 1
Host Sean Kipe hears the incredible true story of a former police officer who’s spent 29 years in prison for murder, and that he might also be innocent.
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A Swing and a Miss | Chapter 2
Gwinnett County, Georgia was full of corruption in the early 90’s, and Chapel would end up caught in the middle of it all.
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Iron World | Chapter 3
Sean tries to find out why so many people believe Chapel is innocent and starts to piece together the events of April 15th, 1993.
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Until Proven Guilty | Chapter 4
Sean visits Chapel in prison to hear his story told in his own words. Another suspect is examined.
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The Easy Way Out | Chapter 5
Chapel’s alibi is examined and eyewitnesses tell their stories. Someone is lying, but who?
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Open Wounds | Chapter 6
A police officer’s suicide, destroyed hard drives, and a drug dealer with vital information. Just another day in Gwinnett County, Georgia.
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Customer Reviews
Outstanding
Just a fantastic albeit tragic podcast. Very even handed approach by Sean Kipe in this extensively researched exploration of a man wrongly imprisoned and a system which continues to let us all down.
Riveting!
Found this podcast 12 hours ago and have binged it. Very well constructed, easy to follow all the twists and turns, and great narrator
Wow heartbreaking real life story
This is one of the best podcasts ever. The research, work and evidence proofing an innocent man is still locked away is devastating. Worse still is the corruption inside the law enforcement, DA office and county. Shame. Sean Kipe this is a masterpiece albeit a tragic one