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Someone Knows Something

Someone Knows Something is the investigative true crime series by award-winning documentarian David Ridgen. Each season tackles an unsolved case, uncovering details and bringing closure to families.


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Previous seasons: S1: Adrien McNaughton. S2: Sheryl Sheppard. S3: Dee & Moore. S4: Greavette. S5: Kerrie Brown. S6: Donald Izzett Jr.. S7: The Abortion Wars. S8: The Angel Carlick Case. S9: The Christine Harron Case.

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Episodes

S10 E6: Sebastién

In Episode 6, David and Sebastien speak again, to go over some theories and see if, step-by-step they can map out everyone's whereabouts on the day and evening that Jackie disappeared.

Apr 13, 202652 minSeason 10Ep. 6

S10 E5: Historias

David follows leads to investigate a taxi tip. And more eye witnesses who may have seen Jackie in the days after she disappeared. Or did they?

Apr 06, 202640 minSeason 10Ep. 5

S10 E4: The Red Cab

The host finally obtains Jackie Ferland Smith's investigative file, revealing a compromised lead investigator and inconsistencies in police reports, particularly regarding searches of Sebastian's property. Sebastian's various explanations for his leg injuries are examined against witness accounts, while a neighbor's claim of seeing Jackie in a red cab the night she vanished is put to the test, raising further questions about her disappearance.

Mar 30, 202641 minSeason 10Ep. 4

S10 E3: Ex-Patriota

Neighbors and security guards share fragmented observations regarding Jacqueline Ferland Smith's disappearance, revealing past altercations and suspicious activities. Sebastian's new partner discusses their relationship challenges and a controversial magazine article, while Sebastian recounts police investigations and defends against accusations. The episode also details volunteer search efforts and the current status of the OIJ case, which has been dismissed.

Mar 23, 202647 minSeason 10Ep. 3

S10 E2: Papier Maché

Sebastién reveals some of the cracks beneath he and Jaclyn’s relationship and tells the story of what he remembers from Jackie's last day.

Mar 16, 202651 minSeason 10Ep. 2

S10 E1: Jackie

Jaclyn Ferland-Smith moved to Playa del Coco with her husband Sebastien to find and build a new life. But then Jackie disappears, with no trace found. Jackie's family, with David's help, begins the process of picking up the pieces. Hear episodes early on CBC True Crime on YouTube , or get all episodes early and ad-free by subscribing here .

Mar 09, 202637 minSeason 10Ep. 1

Introducing Season 10: The Jaclyn Ferland-Smith case

In Season 10 of Someone Knows Something, host David Ridgen investigates the sudden 2021 disappearance of Jaclyn Ferland-Smith, a Canadian expat living in Playas del Coco, a paradise veiled in rumour and fear on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Episode 1 launches Monday, March 9 . Hear episodes early on CBC True Crime on YouTube , or subscribe to CBC True Crime Premium on Apple Podcasts for early, ad-free access to all episodes....

Mar 02, 20265 min

S9 E5: A Bear In The Woods

The finale. The aftermath of Ringel's trial, what happened, and what was learned. David and Mary Ann embark on a search for Chrissy’s body. Watch David Ridgen's original television documentary from 2012, ' Confession to Murder Part I ' and ' Confession to Murder Part II '.

Dec 04, 202446 minSeason 9Ep. 5

S9 E4: ‘Til The Day I Die

David’s TV documentary about Christine comes out in the spring of 2012, publicly revealing details of the case for the first time along with key interviews including a face-to-face with Anthony Ringel. In the aftermath, police launch an undercover operation on Ringel. David and Mary Ann's work proves key and Ringel is re-arrested. Will Ringel finally go to trial and Mary Ann learn the truth?

Nov 27, 202439 minSeason 9Ep. 4

S9 E3: Stay

The case against Anthony Ringel falls apart and he is freed. And Mary Ann says she's been kept in the dark. How did it happen, and is Anthony Ringel even guilty of what he says?

Nov 20, 202438 minSeason 9Ep. 3

S9 E2: Ringel

A decade after her disappearance, a previously uninvestigated local man comes forward at a family gathering and confesses to killing Christine Harron. Chrissy's mother Mary Ann is told that the case is a "slam dunk". And the outcome of an upcoming trial could mean she will finally learn the truth. But this is just the beginning.

Nov 13, 202429 minSeason 9Ep. 2

S9 E1: Chrissy

Chrissy Harron didn’t feel well on May 18, 1993, and stayed home from school, but eventually her mother insisted that she get to afternoon class. Chrissy left, slamming the door, and would never be seen again. How can someone simply vanish, and did the local police find anything of use in their investigation? New episodes will be released weekly on Wednesdays. Don't want to wait? Binge the whole season right now via CBC True Crime Premium on Apple Podcasts ....

Nov 06, 202435 minSeason 9Ep. 1

Introducing Season 9: The Christine Harron Case

Someone Knows Something host David Ridgen's latest investigation is 15 years in the making. Season 9 follows the story of Ontario teenager Christine Harron who disappears in 1993. A mysterious man confesses to her murder, but the police case stalls out — and then David steps in. Episodes will be released weekly starting Wednesday, Nov. 6. Subscribe to CBC True Crime Premium on Apple Podcasts to get all episodes early and ad-free....

Oct 30, 20243 min

S8 E7: Take it to the Limit

The final episode in the unsolved case of Angel Carlick. David follows a new lead — and finally gets in touch with someone at the centre of a compelling tip.

Oct 30, 202332 minSeason 8Ep. 7

S8 E6: The Price of Admission

New information comes to light about possible suspects in Angel’s murder. David receives an unexpected tip about a local ex-police officer.

Oct 23, 202332 minSeason 8Ep. 6

S8 E5: Return to Pilot Mountain

David and Laurie return to Pilot Mountain looking for information about Angel’s case. What do the residents remember about Angel’s murder? Did any of them see anything? Find the full-text transcript for this episode here: www.cbc.ca/1.6970507

Oct 16, 202341 minSeason 8Ep. 5

S8 E4: Photograph

David and Laurie discover crucial new details about Angel’s last known whereabouts. A tipster emails David with information about a possible suspect, but are they willing to meet? Find the full-text transcript for this episode here: www.cbc.ca/1.6970507

Oct 09, 202335 minSeason 8Ep. 4

S8 E3: The Saddest Song in the World

In November 2007, Angel Carlick’s remains were found in a remote area near Whitehorse. How did she get there? Was Angel killed at this location, or was she moved? Find the full-text transcript for this episode here: www.cbc.ca/1.6970507

Oct 02, 202342 minSeason 8Ep. 3

S8 E2: Wendy

Ten years after Angel Carlick was found dead in Whitehorse, her mother Wendy was also killed. Their cases are unconnected by events and perpetrators, but their stories are forever intertwined. The investigation into Angel’s whereabouts before she disappeared continues. Find the full-text transcript for this episode here: www.cbc.ca/1.6970507

Sep 25, 202341 minSeason 8Ep. 2

S8 E1: Angel

Eighteen-year-old Angel Carlick was set to graduate high school when she disappeared in Whitehorse in 2007. Her remains were found 6 months later. It’s been 15 years and her murder remains unsolved. Find the full-text transcript for this episode here: www.cbc.ca/1.6970507

Sep 18, 202347 minSeason 8Ep. 1

Introducing Season 8: The Angel Carlick case

18-year-old Angel Carlick, nicknamed “Happy-Go-Lucky” by her friends, was about to graduate high school when she disappeared from Whitehorse in 2007. Her remains were found 6 months later and her murder is still unsolved. In the upcoming 8th season of Someone Knows Something, host & investigator David Ridgen travels to Northern Canada to join Angel’s family, friends and community in the search for answers.

Sep 05, 20234 min

S7 E8: “A Network of Support”

On June 24, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, ending decades of constitutional protection for abortion rights. In this special update episode of SKS Season 7, David Ridgen checks in with Amanda Robb, Lynne Slepian and Diane Derzis, the owner of the clinic at the heart of the Supreme Court case. For transcripts of this series, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/podcastnews/someone-knows-something-the-abortion-wars-transcripts-listen-1.6736516

Jul 14, 202223 minSeason 7Ep. 8

S7 E7: Darkworld

An email arrives from a California prison: “Talk to you very soon.” In the season finale, David speaks to James Kopp, the man who shot and killed Dr. Barnett Slepian. What does the violence of the past mean for the future? For transcripts of this series, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/podcastnews/someone-knows-something-the-abortion-wars-transcripts-listen-1.6736516

Jun 14, 202242 minSeason 7Ep. 7
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