Reconstructing Death: The Pathologist’s Eye | David Ranson
In this episode of Real Crime with Adam Shand, renowned forensic pathologist Dr. David Ranson takes us inside the world of crime scenes, cold cases and the science that helps solve them. From the myths of the “perfect murder” to the reality of domestic violence cases, Ranson reveals how forensic pathology uncovers not just causes of death, but the human stories behind them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Beyond the Headlines: The Real Story on Tasers | George Hateley
In this episode, we sit down with former Special Operations Group officer George Hateley—the man who introduced the taser to Australia. George unpacks decades of frontline experience, from lethal armed robberies to confronting some of Australia’s most dangerous criminals. He addresses the controversy around tasers, the Claire Nowland case and the public misconceptions about non-lethal force. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Stolen in Plain Sight: Chris Crowther | Alyce and Janet Fogarty
A mother’s worst fear. A predator’s near miss. A miracle.In this harrowing episode of Real Crime with Adam Shand, Janet and Alyce Fogarty recount the terrifying day in 1991 when 3-year-old Alyce wandered into the path of one of Australia’s most dangerous child predators, Christopher Crowther. With exclusive insights from crime researcher Eamonn Gunning, this is a chilling tale of luck, trauma, justice denied—and the lingering scars left behind. Listener discretion is advised.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Unmasking the Killer: The New Beaumont Revelations | Bill Hayes & Stuart Mullins
Nearly 60 years on, the Beaumont children case continues to haunt Australia. In this episode Adam Shand speaks with investigators Bill Hayes and Stuart Mullins, whose relentless search has unearthed disturbing new claims and chilling details about Adelaide businessman Harry Phipps. From grave-sized holes and suspect pound notes to fresh forensic digs and survivor testimony, this is a story of secrets, silence and one family’s desperate fight for justice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Great $10 Forgery: A Family's Story | Ken Mutton
In this episode, Adam Shand speaks with Ken Mutton, the son of Geoffrey Mutton, the mastermind behind one of Australia’s most infamous forgeries—the 1966 $10 note scandal. They explore the family’s struggles, the high-stakes games with corrupt cops, and how this criminal operation led to the creation of Australia’s world-first plastic currency. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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