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Australian True Crime

Australian True Crime

Think nothing ever happens in your town? Australia's suburbs are home to some of the most mysterious and disturbing true crime cases in the world. Meshel Laurie is a true crime obsessive, and with the help of expert interviews with writers, victim/survivors, investigators and perpetrators, she probes the underbelly of our towns and suburbs, and uncovers the darkness at the heart of Australian life.

  1. 3 hrs ago ·  Video

    The Search Warrant That Turned into a Siege

    Former NSW Police detective Anthony Macklin recounts the 2004 operation that left him under fire and escalated into a 36-hour siege, changing high-risk search warrant procedures in NSW. He shares an inside look at the decisions, mistakes, and aftermath of one of the state's most significant police sieges. Anthony now does security consulting, and you can learn more at: www.securityconsultant.com.au ATC Plus subscribers can listen to this episode ad free here. You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. Wanting to hear about certain kinds of crime? Check out our Spotify playlists for a curated list of our episodes. For Support: Lifeline  on 13 11 1413 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380CREDITS:Host: Meshel Laurie Guest: Anthony Macklin Editor: Ed Gooden Executive Producer: Matthew Tankard GET IN TOUCH: Got a question or comment you want played on the show? Get involved by sending us a voice message on Speakpipe here. https://www.australiantruecrimethepodcast.com/Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.com

    48 min

  2. 3 hrs ago

    Shortcut: The Search Warrant That Turned into a Siege

    This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Former NSW Police detective Anthony Macklin recounts the 2004 operation that left him under fire and escalated into a 36-hour siege, changing high-risk search warrant procedures in NSW. He shares an inside look at the decisions, mistakes, and aftermath of one of the state's most significant police sieges. Anthony now does security consulting, and you can learn more at: www.securityconsultant.com.au ATC Plus subscribers can listen to this episode ad free here. You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. Wanting to hear about certain kinds of crime? Check out our Spotify playlists for a curated list of our episodes. For Support: Lifeline  on 13 11 1413 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380CREDITS:Host: Meshel Laurie Guest: Anthony Macklin Editor: Ed Gooden Executive Producer: Matthew Tankard GET IN TOUCH: Got a question or comment you want played on the show? Get involved by sending us a voice message on Speakpipe here. https://www.australiantruecrimethepodcast.com/Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.com

    16 min
  3. True Crime Tonight: This Month in Crime History

    12 hrs ago

    True Crime Tonight: This Month in Crime History

    This week on True Crime Tonight we discuss: Nicole Morris' book "Missing" This month in crime with Michael Adams from the Forgotten Australia podcast The Idaho 4 case Hosted by Meshel Laurie, True Crime Tonight airs Sundays from 6-7pm on KIIS, breaking down the biggest crime stories, documentaries and cases everyone’s talking about. Got a question or comment you want played on the show? Get involved by sending us a voice message on Speakpipe here. Host: Meshel Laurie Producer/Co-host: Ruby Bartzis Editor/Co-host: Matthew Tankard For Support: Lifeline  on 13 11 1413 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380 GET IN TOUCH:Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.com

    22 min

  4. 4d ago ·  Video

    The Idaho Four Murders - ATC International

    The 2022 murders of University of Idaho students Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Kaylee Goncalves and Madison Mogen shocked the world, and despite Bryan Kohberger's guilty plea, many questions about the case remain unanswered. On what would have been Kaylee's 25th birthday, her mother Kristi Goncalves and Murder Has a Name Foundation board member Tracie Brocco discuss the search for answers and how they're helping other families affected by violent crime. ATC Plus subscribers can listen to this episode ad free here. You can learn more and get involved with Murder Has A Name here. You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. Wanting to hear about certain kinds of crime? Check out our Spotify playlists for a curated list of our episodes. For Support: Lifeline  on 13 11 1413 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380CREDITS:Host: Meshel Laurie Guest: Kristi Goncalves and Tracie Brocco Producer: Ruby Bartzis Executive Producer: Matthew Tankard GET IN TOUCH:Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.comFollow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook  Got a question or comment you want played on the show? Get involved by sending us a voice message on Speakpipe here.

    47 min
  5. Shortcut: The Idaho Four Murders - ATC International

    4d ago

    Shortcut: The Idaho Four Murders - ATC International

    This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. The 2022 murders of University of Idaho students Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Kaylee Goncalves and Madison Mogen shocked the world, and despite Bryan Kohberger's guilty plea, many questions about the case remain unanswered. On what would have been Kaylee's 25th birthday, her mother Kristi Goncalves and Murder Has a Name Foundation board member Tracie Brocco discuss the search for answers and how they're helping other families affected by violent crime. ATC Plus subscribers can listen to this episode ad free here. You can learn more and get involved with Murder Has A Name here. You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. Wanting to hear about certain kinds of crime? Check out our Spotify playlists for a curated list of our episodes. For Support: Lifeline  on 13 11 1413 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380CREDITS:Host: Meshel Laurie Guest: Kristi Goncalves and Tracie Brocco Producer: Ruby Bartzis Executive Producer: Matthew Tankard GET IN TOUCH:Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.comFollow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook  Got a question or comment you want played on the show? Get involved by sending us a voice message on Speakpipe here.

    13 min

  6. Jun 28

    The Unsolved Death of Elly Warren in Mozambique

    Ten years ago, 20-year-old Elly Warren was found dead in a coastal village in Mozambique under circumstances that remain deeply contested.  In the years since, her father Paul Warren has spent his life savings and travelled across continents in a relentless search for the truth, uncovering alleged failures by authorities along the way. He’s written a book about it, called Hunting Elly’s Killer, and he joins us to share the story of his ongoing fight for justice. You can purchase Hunting Elly's Killer here, and you can learn more about Paul's investigation here. Victorians can attend the book launch in person on July 10th here. You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. Wanting to hear about certain kinds of crime? Check out our Spotify playlists for a curated list of our episodes. For Support: Lifeline  on 13 11 1413 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380CREDITS:Host: Meshel Laurie Guest: Paul Warren Editor: Ed Gooden Executive Producer: Matthew Tankard GET IN TOUCH:Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.comFollow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook  Got a question or comment you want played on the show? Get involved by sending us a voice message on Speakpipe here.

    37 min
  7. Shortcut: The Unsolved Death of Elly Warren in Mozambique

    Jun 28

    Shortcut: The Unsolved Death of Elly Warren in Mozambique

    This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Ten years ago, 20-year-old Elly Warren was found dead in a coastal village in Mozambique under circumstances that remain deeply contested.  In the years since, her father Paul Warren has spent his life savings and travelled across continents in a relentless search for the truth, uncovering alleged failures by authorities along the way. He’s written a book about it, called Hunting Elly’s Killer, and he joins us to share the story of his ongoing fight for justice. You can purchase Hunting Elly's Killer here, and you can learn more about Paul's investigation here. Victorians can attend the book launch in person on July 10th here. You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. Wanting to hear about certain kinds of crime? Check out our Spotify playlists for a curated list of our episodes. For Support: Lifeline  on 13 11 1413 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380CREDITS:Host: Meshel Laurie Guest: Paul Warren Editor: Ed Gooden Executive Producer: Matthew Tankard GET IN TOUCH:Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.comFollow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook  Got a question or comment you want played on the show? Get involved by sending us a voice message on Speakpipe here.

    15 min
  8. True Crime Tonight: Ted Bundy Was My Coworker

    Jun 28

    True Crime Tonight: Ted Bundy Was My Coworker

    This week on True Crime Tonight we discuss: Interviewing survivors Book Club: The Stranger Beside Me by Ann Rule Criminal Lawyer, Lauren Cassimatis joins us to tell the case of Katherine Knight.  Hosted by Meshel Laurie, True Crime Tonight airs Sundays from 6-7pm on KIIS, breaking down the biggest crime stories, documentaries and cases everyone’s talking about. Got a question or comment you want played on the show? Get involved by sending us a voice message on Speakpipe here. Host: Meshel Laurie Producer/Co-host: Ruby Bartzis Editor/Co-host: Matthew Tankard For Support: Lifeline  on 13 11 1413 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380 GET IN TOUCH:Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.com

    18 min
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Think nothing ever happens in your town? Australia's suburbs are home to some of the most mysterious and disturbing true crime cases in the world. Meshel Laurie is a true crime obsessive, and with the help of expert interviews with writers, victim/survivors, investigators and perpetrators, she probes the underbelly of our towns and suburbs, and uncovers the darkness at the heart of Australian life.

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