8 episodes
In the Shadows Wondery
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3.9 • 43 Ratings
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In The Shadows delves into a riveting unsolved mystery from 1991. When the body of a young woman is discovered by two terrified boys in the desert near Bakersfield, California, authorities quickly target her popular star-athlete boyfriend. The case - one of the most controversial in Kern County’s history - quickly drew national media attention, and the ensuing trials divided the community and sparked a heated debate. Despite that, the perpetrator of this horrific crime remained unpunished. 32 years after the murder, a fresh investigation conducted by this podcast takes an unexpected turn when several individuals reveal shocking information previously unknown by authorities and the public alike.
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Lost Hills
On a silent night in the Californian desert, two boys see something they will never forget.
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She Wouldn’t Let Me Go
A teenage romance and the forensic evidence are scrutinized during the course of a high profile murder investigation. The heart of the debate centers around Maria’s time of death and a mysterious phone call.
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Heads I Win, Tails You Lose
The trial for Maria’s murder captivated and divided a community while the public opinion was split as to one question: Is Offord an outstanding young man or a criminal mastermind?
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Reign Of Terror
Many years later, new information comes to light after some individuals speak up for the first time about what they witnessed.
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Alibi
As we go over the timeline of that fatal day, it turns out some of the information presented during the trial may have been incorrect.
Customer Reviews
More episodes?
I liked the first one…. But are you going to release more? It’s been weeks and no other episodes? If the rest are for subscribers only let me know so I can unfollow.
Slow burning brilliance
This podcast puzzled me at first with the strong narration of the journalist which often felt like reading. But having listened to the whole series now, i can see how fine, ethical and considered the journalist’s work is. She has eschewed gratuity and scandal to focus on the voices of the victims, and the painful histories they need to unearth to consider who was Maria’s killer. It’s not easy listening to consider intergenerational trauma of domestic violence and its even harder on the family but it speaks to their tenacity and faith that rights will be wronged. Bravo.
Really well written
This podcast had me on the edge of my seat. So many twists and turns. Such a tragic story and heart goes out to Maria and her family. From what I heard it seems obvious to me who did it but then maybe I don’t have all the information. I hope Maria gets her justice and the right person spends the rest of their life behind bars. And even if it wasn’t him, he should be in jail anyway.