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Powerful story

Revisado: 05-25-22

This case was not complete at the time of the podcast, but nevertheless, it was pretty much finished and a good retelling.
one of the things I value about this series, are the issues that are highlighted , and the lobbying for changes to law, police procedures or whatever other matters are exposed by a particular case. In this case, it is Canada's history of ineffective handling of drunk driving incidents, which seems to favour the perpetrators. This case highlights the devastation suffered by victims and their loved ones, and caused a drive to have certain legal aspects changed.

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Best true crime podcast around

Revisado: 05-20-22

Another fascinating episode highlighting one of the weirder cases of stalking and murder that I have encountered. well told as always.

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Excellent

Revisado: 05-14-22

As usual, Casefile delivers the best version of this crime that I have seen online.
What a bizarre murder with an shocking outcome, so well written and narrated.

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Different from the usual true crime

Revisado: 04-05-22

I love Casefile podcasts already, and this is such an interesting spin off. This particular episode deals with an Australian federal police investigation into human trafficking of sex workers. It features first person input by the actual police officers, which adds an extra dimension to the production. This episode really gave me new insight into this horrible crime and made me think. I have always been in favour of legalising and regulating the sex trade and improving conditions for sex workers. This just confirmed my viewpoint and taught me more. I have to say that I find sentences for the abusers and exploiters to be way too low, considering the suffering caused, but was gratified to hear about how the AFP actually influenced the way the justice system handles these crimes.

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Great series

Revisado: 04-01-22

the narrator really grew on me and the stories are extremely well researched and written in an engaging style. i would say that this is the best true crime series i have listened to, and i listen to A LOT. i worry about the day i finish the last episode, cos I'll have to go into serious mourning...

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great series

Revisado: 03-19-22

Pretty much all the stories are gripping and well rearched and written. I wasn't completely 'clicking' with the narrator at first, but after about 8 of the eps, he's really grown on me. Put it this way, I wouldn't want anyone else to take his place. I love that these cases are so varied: some well known, some not; some old, some nearly current, and are from varying periods and locations. My family emigrated to Australia, and listening to all the Australian cases has been a fascinating way to get to know the country better LOL.
All in all, I am hooked. I read, watch and listen to a lot of true crime books and podcasts/youtube channels. This is definitely top of the podcasts for me, and better than 90% of the youtube stuff. Good on ya, mates.

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Loving this podcast. A must for any L Word fan

Revisado: 11-11-21

Love every minute of all the recap eps. The anecdotes, the analysis, the laughs, even when they're a little OTT or irritating (rarely!), are entertaining and insightful. Love Leisha and Kate and their friendship. They seem really down to earth whilst still being kinda glamorous. It's actually like being part of a conversation between dear friends who are super comfortable with each other and share a warm connection and spectacularly witty sense of humour.
Loving the other episodes too, though some are about topics I'm not that interested in, so I skip them and find one that catches my attention.

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Entertaining and informative

Revisado: 10-01-21

I loved this fascinating look at the main sexual psycopathic serial killers from the stone age through to the 70's/80's.
The author gives us fascinating insights into the individual, as well as the historical, social, political and cultural context which may have influenced them at the time. I found the theories on how WW2 may have helped to form the prolific number of killers in the 70s and 80s, thought provoking and astute. If the account sounds weighty and inaccessible, it certainly is not. I enjoyed this book thoroughly.The narrator deftly delivered just the right tone at the right time throughout.

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Gripping book , excellent narration

Revisado: 09-11-21

I have never read an Australian true crime book, but now that I have finished this one, am keen to find more.
These murders were in the news recently since the trial only finished in 2020, providing a conclusion to the most expensive and protracted case in Australian history.
It was fascinating to gain an insight into how investigators dealt (or didn't deal) with sexual offences in the 80s and 90s, and how police corruption and or tunnel vision could prolong the suffering of victims, their families and those who were falsely accused. The role of the media in helping or hindering, was also effectively explored.
Apart from providing excellent commentary about the history of this case and the main players involved, the book teased out the mystery like a good crime thriller should. Bret Christian has been a journalist in Claremont throughout the entire period, and his passion for the case and those affected, is plain to see. I highly recommend this to any true crime fan who enjoys more than just a sensationalist story.

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Excellent book

Revisado: 09-04-21

I thoroughly enjoyed this intelligent, gripping and well thought out book.
For those who are into true crime narratives that gallop along and don't go into too much social and philosophical analysis, this is not for you. But if you enjoy good true crime and also would appreciate an exploration of social and individual human behaviour, this is a MUST. I never knew this murder was at the heart of the development of the 'bystander effect' theories which are still very much in the news, as well as providing greater impetus for a more efficient and accessible system whereby police could be summoned in an emergency. Thus Kitty Genovese in a tragic way, gave her life for the benefit of generations to come.
I also appreciated the issues of gender violence and sexual orientation which came up, Kitty having been a lesbian at a time when homosexuality was not accepted. It was also clearly a time when sexual assaults on women were treated with nowhere near the severity they are now.
All in all a most enlightening and thought provoking book, written in an accessible style. Highly recommended.

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