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Life and Crimes with Andrew Rule

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Andrew Rule is one of Australia's most prolific journalists and authors. In Life and Crimes, the True Crime Australia and Sunday Herald Sun columnist shines a light on the dark corners of Australian life, from the story behind the biggest mysteries, to the characters of yesterday and the crims of today. Produced by Jonty Burton. 

Episodes

The untold story of poor Antje Jones

WARNING: DISTURBING CONTENT In 1981, a young mum was murdered in a cold blooded hit. But it's only now that the full, sad story can be told. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising enquiries: [email protected] Crimestoppers: https://crime...

Sep 27, 202448 minSeason 1Ep. 131

The survivor of St Kilda

Ian Lesser is a fixture of the seedier side of Melbourne's iconic bayside suburb, but also its amateur footy team. Andrew Rule explores the many shades of grey of one of St Kilda's stalwarts. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising enquiries: newspo...

Sep 20, 202421 minSeason 1Ep. 130

Who killed Colonel Duncan? A swinging 60's murder mystery

It was a society crime replete with affairs, scandal and a trail of blood. Andrew Rule looks at the crime that shocked a state. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising enquiries: [email protected] Crimestoppers: https://crimestoppers.com....

Sep 13, 202432 minSeason 1Ep. 129

BONUS EPISODE: A horse named Winx - a new documentary

Andrew steps away from crime in this bonus episode to outline his involvement in a new documentary about the struggles and triumphs of a champion racehorse. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising enquiries: [email protected] See omnystud...

Sep 10, 202429 minSeason 1Ep. 128

Off the rails: The youth crime crisis

Andrew Rule goes further into the issue of young gangs and the people and communities affected by them. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising enquiries: [email protected] Crimestoppers: https://crimestoppers.com.au/ If you or anyone you...

Sep 06, 202437 minSeason 1Ep. 127

BONUS EPISODE: Q and A - Mr Cruel questions, crooked cops and crooks that won't stay away

In this edition of our semi-regular Question and Answer shows, Andrew Rule discusses crime family wars, police corruption and the perils of being a fruiterer. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts. Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising enquiries: [email protected] Crimestop...

Sep 03, 202422 minSeason 1Ep. 126

The Tapp tragedy revisited: Part 2

WARNING: DISTURBING CONTENT. Last week, we examined the murders of Margaret and Seana Tapp. This week, we look at the police investigation and some of the men suspected of the crimes. Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising enquiries: [email protected] Crimestoppers: https://crimestoppers.com.au/ If you or anyone you know needs help Lifeline: 13 11 14 Beyond Blue: 1300 22 ...

Aug 30, 202424 minSeason 1Ep. 125

The Tapp tragedy revisited: Part 1

WARNING: DISTURBING CONTENT. Nearly 400 episodes ago, Andrew Rule outlined the horrific deaths of Margaret and Seana Tapp. Now in a two part series, he revisits the story, along with some new clues that have come to light. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrul...

Aug 23, 202426 minSeason 1Ep. 124

Diamonds, toecutters and a scared little boy

By the time he was a teenager, Larry Blair had survived the torture death of his stepfather, hiding from hitmen and a high-stakes areoplane standoff. Andrew Rule tells his remarkable tale. Learn more about Larry's book at: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/the-outside-9781761345005 Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Li...

Aug 16, 202435 minSeason 1Ep. 123

BONUS EPISODE: Chasing the missing $49 million

Businessman Alan Metcalfe convinced investors he had found the secret to artificial intelligence while reading the Bible, and that his company would be “bigger than Google". But after he died, those promises turned to dust. News.com.au reporter Alex Turner-Cohen joins the show to talk about her investigation into the man and his lies. Get more info about the series at: http://missing49million.com.au Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our sla...

Aug 13, 202424 minSeason 1Ep. 122

George Marrogi's prison telephone

As a crime kingpin orchestrated a series of drug imports from inside Barwon Prison, he didn’t know the AFP was listening. Reporter Regan Hodge joins Andrew Rule to explain. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising enquiries: [email protected]...

Aug 09, 202423 minSeason 1Ep. 120

Tales of the kingpin and the crooked cop

Journalist Neil Mercer joins the show to talk about uncovering extraordinary new stories about one of Australia's most notorious corrupt cops. Buy Neil Mercer's book: https://www.allenandunwin.com/search?author=Neil%20Mercer Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewr...

Aug 02, 202439 minSeason 1Ep. 119

Catching the Ascot Vale rapist

WARNING: DISTURBING CONTENT. In 1993, Christopher Clarence Hall terrorised Melbourne's inner north west. In a short, sharp episode, Andrew Rule shows how police finally caught and jailed this most evil man. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising en...

Jul 26, 202417 minSeason 1Ep. 118

Three black widows and one a shade of grey

Andrew Rule outlines the cases of three women found guilty over the deaths of their husbands, and one who wasn't. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising enquiries: [email protected] Crimestoppers: https://crimestoppers.com.au/ If you or ...

Jul 19, 202432 minSeason 1Ep. 117

The kids are not all alright

Youth crime is nothing new, but Andrew Rule argues that in this latest outbreak, young offenders have shown themselves particularly willing to do particularly bad things. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts. Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising enquiries: [email protected]....

Jul 12, 202425 minSeason 1Ep. 116

BONUS EPISODE: The last woman to hang

Jen Kelly, host of the In Black and White podcast joins Andrew Rule to discuss the tragic case of Jean Lee, who was executed for murder in 1951. To listen to part 2 of The Last Woman To Hang , search for In Black and White wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at ht...

Jul 09, 202437 minSeason 1Ep. 115

Inside the Wonnangatta investigation

As Greg Lynn is found guilty of murdering one missing camper, Carol Clay, Andrew Rule goes behind the scenes on the investigation that led police to the former pilot's door. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising enquiries: [email protected]...

Jul 05, 202434 minSeason 1Ep. 114

A harrowing crime and a quest for justice

WARNING: DISTURBING CONTENT. On Melbourne Cup day 1976, a trip to see some live music turned into an agonising ordeal for two teenage schoolgirls. Andrew Rule outlines one of those girls' ongoing hunt to make the perpetrators pay. Do you have any information on this crime? Email: [email protected] or [email protected] Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts More about Andrew Rule's book...

Jun 28, 202442 minSeason 1Ep. 112

BONUS EPISODE: The Missing Campers trial - the verdict

The jury has returned in the trial of Gregory Lynn. Andrew Rule is joined by court reporter Miles Proust to go over what the court found, and what the jury could not be told. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising enquiries: [email protected]...

Jun 25, 202426 minSeason 1Ep. 113

Inside Cocaine Inc.

Investigative journalist Stephen Drill joins Andrew Rule to outline his new podcast series examining the tangled web of the international drug trade. Get more information about the investigation at: https://www.cocaineinc.com.au/ Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/an...

Jun 21, 202442 minSeason 1Ep. 110

BONUS EPISODE: The Missing Campers trial - deliberations

The jury has retired to consider their verdict in the trial of Gregory Lynn. Court reporter Miles Proust joins Andrew Rule to give a short report on everything that's happened in the last seven days. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising enquiries...

Jun 19, 202411 minSeason 1Ep. 111

Peter Dupas: Born wired wrongly

WARNING: DISTURBING CONTENT. One of the most sinister killers this country has seen spent much of his life slipping and sliding through the justice system. And a series of women would pay the ultimate price. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising e...

Jun 14, 202437 minSeason 1Ep. 108

BONUS EPISODE: The Missing Campers trial - closings

Andrew Rule is joined by Laura Placella and Miles Proust to talk about the final remarks by the prosecution and the defence, as well as the the testimony of the man accused: Gregory Lynn. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising enquiries: newspodcas...

Jun 11, 202422 minSeason 1Ep. 109

Lewis Moran's last stand

Just days after hit man “Benji” Veniamin was shot in Carlton, Lewis Moran took a disturbing phone call as he sat at the bar of the Brunswick Club — moments later he was dead. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising enquiries: [email protected]...

Jun 07, 202430 minSeason 1Ep. 106

BONUS EPISODE: The Missing Campers trial - Record of interview

The last seven days in the trial of Gregory Lynn have been dominated by the jury hearing his police record of interview. Guest host Laura Placella and Herald Sun court reporter Miles Proust discuss what the court was told. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrul...

Jun 05, 202421 minSeason 1Ep. 107

Q and A: Armed robbers, Mr Cruel and colourful racing identities

In our latest Q and A special, Andrew answers your questions about who has the best crooks between Sydney and Melbourne, crime in the '80s, and many other issues. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts. Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising enquiries: [email protected] Crime...

May 31, 202434 minSeason 1Ep. 104

BONUS EPISODE: The Missing Campers trial - the forensics

The trial of Gregory Lynn is in its third week as the jury hears from a raft of experts giving evidence about guns, teeth, insects and more. Guest host Laura Placella and court reporter Miles Proust talk through the last seven days in court. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heralds...

May 28, 202419 minSeason 1Ep. 105

The fat envelope: Part 2

After being brought in to a ring-in crew by crooked racehorse owner Rick Renzella, jockey Steve Wood found his world falling apart. Andrew Rule tells the rest of his tale. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising enquiries: [email protected]....

May 24, 202423 minSeason 1Ep. 102

BONUS EPISODE: The Missing Campers trial - Hill and Clay's affair

As the trial of Gregory Lynn moves into its second week, the court hears more evidence - including details of the relationship between Russell Hill and Carol Clay. Court reporter Miles Proust joins the Herald Sun's Laura Placella for more. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun...

May 21, 202419 minSeason 1Ep. 103

The fat envelope: Part 1

Steve Wood was a young jockey with stars in his eyes. But a crooked horse owner, and one fateful decision, would send him down a long and dark path. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: [email protected] Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising enquiries: [email protected] Crimestoppers: https...

May 17, 202428 minSeason 1Ep. 100