7 episodes
Missing Pieces Podshape True Crime
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2.7 • 37 Ratings
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On Sunday, February 4th, 2024, Samantha Murphy left her house to go for a run, she has never been seen again.
Over a month has passed, and it seems we are no closer to finding out what happened to Sam.
In this short 6-part series, we look into some of the circumstances surrounding the case and talk to those people on the ground who are searching for Sam.
We speak to experts about some of the theories in the case, from ex-police detectives to experts in telecommunications tracing, bush tracking, and we investigate some of the other theories that have been brought forward in the case.
The first episode is out now on our Apple Podcast subscription, and then on Monday March 11.
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The Criminal Psychologist
In this episode, we sit down with renowned criminal psychologist Tim Watson-Munro to unravel the complexities of the Samantha Murphy case from Ballarat. Samantha's disappearance has puzzled law enforcement and the public alike, leaving more questions than answers. Through an in-depth conversation with Tim, we explore the psychological underpinnings of the case, examine the clues left behind, and discuss the impact on the community and the ongoing search for justice. Watson-Muro brings his expert analysis and unique insights, shedding new light on one of Australia's most perplexing cases.
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Arrested and Charged
In this episode, former police detective Damien Marrett brings his wealth of undercover experience to the fore. Marrett unfolds his theories on the disappearance, looking through the complexities of the investigation with the keen eye of a seasoned investigator.
You can find out more about Damiens work here: https://www.marrettinvestigations.com.au
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Introducing - The Chills
Got a story that could give us the Chills?
email it to us at thechills@podshape.com, DM us on Instagram or Tik Tok @thechillspod
"The Chills" is not your average ghost story podcast. It's a collection of real, raw, and riveting tales straight from your DMs. Every episode dives deep into the eerie, unexplained, and outright weird experiences that have you second-guessing that "it's just the wind.". Hosted with a vibe that's equal parts spooky and relatable, we're breaking down the barriers between the seen and the unseen, one ghost story at a time. Whether you're a full-on believer or just here for the thrills, turn the lights down low, plug in, and let's explore the supernatural together. Because, let's face it, who doesn't love a good ghost story that makes you want to sleep with the lights on?
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Digital Footprints
This episode takes you into the heart of the investigation, where mobile phone forensics became the key to unlocking the mystery. We'll explore the groundbreaking techniques used by mobile phone experts to trace Samantha's movements, analyse communication patterns, and ultimately, pinpoint critical evidence that lies hidden within digital footprints
Thanks to Associate Professor Mark Gregory, who is a senior telecommunications and network engineering academic at RMIT.
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The Search For Samantha
In this episode, Jake Cassar, an expert bushtracker, is in search for Samantha Murphy. With his deep knowledge of the wilderness, Cassar embarks on a challenging journey through dense forests to find clues about Samantha's disappearance. This episode explores both the physical search and the emotional toll on those determined to find answers.
https://www.instagram.com/jakecassarbushcraft/
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Day One: Sam's Disappearance
In this first episode, we sit down with a former New South Wales detective to peel back the layers of what happens behind the scenes in the critical first moments after someone is reported missing. Our expert guest sheds light on the immediate steps taken by law enforcement, the mobilisation of resources, and the challenges they face in the race against time.
If you have information that might help - call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000
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Customer Reviews
Sound and content quality is poor
I was expecting better things. The interviews are pure speculation and bad sound quality.
Nothing new here that hasn’t already been said.
Making it up as you go. Nothing new here - the detective interviewed is a poor speaker and has nothing to offer that we haven’t heard already - or is simply commonsense. Also there is a limit to how often words ending with g are pronounced as a hard K. Anythink, everythink et cetera. Do better and get an expert in who has something interesting to say and can pronounce words properly without popping their Ps and “everythink”. And the fact that he throws in mid sentence that he thinks Bradley Murdoch is innocent because he hasn’t told us where the body is, beggars belief.
Give it a go
I think a lot of the reviews give this podcast a bad wrap. We’ve had some truly excellent Australian crime podcasts over the past few years. But keep in mind media/podcasts covering current unfolding cases like this one now, and the mushroom cook are under extreme pressure to limit the scope so as to not persuade a jury. So- keep in mind that the content does relate to ‘hypotheticals’, ‘speculation’ by experts… not because they don’t have deeper info… but because that is as close as they are allowed to get (perhaps as a result of said excellent podcasts judges/courts have learned to be more careful as to how previous podcast courtrooms play out…)