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Jun 18, 2025•2 min
The Truth About Amy
A 24 year-old mum tries to escape a violent relationship.
She quickly packs the car – her two young daughters are strapped into the back seat.
The engine’s running.
She heads back inside to get one last thing … and never comes out.
From the creators of the groundbreaking murder mystery podcast The Lady Vanishes, this is the story of Amy Wensley.
A decade after her death was written off as a suicide, it is now being treated as a homicide and a new investigation is underway.
Finally, The Truth About Amy will be revealed.
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20: Confirmation Bias
Pressure is mounting on top cop Col Blanch to fix WAPOL’s reputation over the handling of the case of Amy Wensley. In this episode, former police officer and true crime author Duncan McNab calls on the Police Commissioner to “lead”. Also we do get onto one of the key witnesses who was there when Amy was shot who has trouble answering some tricky questions which he’d previously never been asked. For more on Duncan McNab, visit www.australianauthors.com.au/authors/duncanmcnab See omnystudio.com/li...
Jun 01, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 20
19: Duty of Care
We hear again from Joshua Bryden – a key witness who was at the property the day Amy died. Another family speaks out as they fight for an inquest for their daughter whose death was ruled a suicide after she allegedly ‘jumped’ from a speeding car while fighting with her partner. And why Australia’s femicide rate keeps climbing. For more details, please visit www.australianfemicidewatch.org Music used includes: "Satiate" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attributi...
May 25, 2025•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 19
18: Unlawful Killing
The full, uncut interview with the first coroner who presided over Amy's case. Evelyn Vicker says she always knew Amy didn't kill herself and talks candidly about the politics involved in being a Coroner in WA. The podcast team also catches up with Amy's mum Nancy and best friend Erin who discuss how the latest revelations about police's handling of the case have impacted them and their faith in there being any justice for Amy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 18, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 18
17: Body of Evidence
Dr Timothy Ackland was surprised when the Coroner delivered an open finding at the inquest. In this episode he explains why his evidence should be weighted higher than it seems to have been so far. One not to miss. Music used includes: "Neo Western" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 11, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 17
16: Courage Under Fire
How the finding by the detective assigned to head the Coronial Review “killed” her career in WA Police. Detective Senior Constable Ann Lehane was told to treat Amy Wensley’s death as ‘non-suspicious’. And when she didn’t, she was verbally berated in front of fellow officers. Why did WA Police persist with the suicide theory in Amy’s case? Music used includes: Troublemaker Theme by Myuu thedarkpiano.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 04, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 16
15: A Shot to the System
The new WA Police investigation, triggered by Season 1 of this podcast, is drawing to a close. However, despite proof Amy couldn’t kill herself, there’s fresh claims Amy’s case has become too political for those involved to hold anyone to account. The team reveals what’s going on behind the scenes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 25, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Available now: The Truth About Amy Season 2
The first season was about proving Amy couldn’t have pulled the trigger despite the Coroner in 2021 delivering an open finding. This led to WAPOL reopening the investigation and updating the brief of evidence for the Director of Public Prosecutions to consider. We’ve had a massive response from the public (see comments on Apple podcasts) who are passionate about the Truth About Amy being realised and somebody being held accountable for her death. And now more people involved in the investigation...
Apr 25, 2025•1 min
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Apr 01, 2025•1 min
14: Do You Believe Me Now?
Internationally acclaimed criminal analyst Laura Richards provides insightful analysis regarding Amy’s case as WA Police acknowledges it will be seeking external expert analysis moving forward. We also home in on one of the key pieces of evidence, which based on various witness accounts, will play an integral part in any future decision-making. For more on Laura Richards, visit: https://www.youtube.com/@crimeanalyst https://www.crime-analyst.com https://wondery.com/shows/real-crime-profile/ www....
Dec 01, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 14
13: Basic Instinct
Some of the nation’s best cold case analysts provide their expertise on Amy’s case and we delve deeper into some of the clues which are the key to finding out what really happened to Amy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 24, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Conversations 10
The team discusses recent events bringing us closer to The Truth About Amy being realised. There’s lots more to come, so check out our website for the latest news and online packages The Truth About Amy podcast | 7NEWS If you’re in Perth, please come along to the Silent March against domestic violence – details are here 34th March Against Domestic and Family Violence - Centre For Women's Safety and Wellbeing And please wear pink for Amy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Nov 17, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Conversations 9: King’s Counsellor
With a legal career spanning more than four decades, Tom Percy gives his unvarnished opinion of life on the coal face. He bluntly discusses the very realistic hurdles which remain for Amy’s family wanting the truth of her death to come out and what he considers the primary contributor to increasing violence affecting every part of our society. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 10, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Conversations 8: DV Survivor
After escaping from a domestic violence situation, Elise Phillips has dedicated her life to helping others facing similar challenges. Her strength and understanding of what’s involved provides invaluable insight into the situation Amy was facing just before she died and what’s required to overcome the biggest issue currently facing the nation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 03, 2024•44 min
Conversations 7: Cold Case Expert
A cold case investigator has volunteered their expertise to help solve the case of Amy Wensley! Alison and Liam are joined by Dr Xanthe Mallett to discuss what is required to ensure Justice for Amy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 27, 2024•51 min
Conversations 6: Crime Fighter
Why aren’t decisions by the Director of Public Prosecutions reviewable? The teams speaks to NSW Crime Commissioner and former QLD State Coroner Michael Barnes who helps to dissect Amy’s case and provides insight into how he would have handled it if he had been Coroner at her inquest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 20, 2024•1 hr 9 min
Conversations 5: Family Matters
The team speaks to a very special guest about what’s currently going on behind the scenes. The DPP responds to recent calls for assistance by the family and a passionate plea to a significant witness who could hold the key to this entire case. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 13, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Conversations 4: The Good Cop
The team is joined by Australia’s finest detective Ron Iddles who offers his own unique insight on the handling of Amy’s case. He discusses what actions police should be taking now, the difficulties associated with getting authorities to change their minds once they’re already fixed on a position, and his own battles with the ‘brotherhood’. Don’t forget to please sign and share our petition https://www.change.org/p/justice-for-amy-help-refer-my-niece-s-case-to-office-of-director-of-public-prosec...
Oct 06, 2024•39 min
Conversations 3: Willpower
The team is joined by radio legend and author Greg Cary who provides his unique take on Amy’s case and discusses how the power and impact of true crime podcasts could be better utilised by authorities. Please sign our petition Petition · Justice for Amy: help refer my Niece's case to - Office of Director of Public Prosecutions - Australia · Change.org Visit gregcary.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 29, 2024•49 min
Conversations 2: Super Sleuth
Julie Speight is not only a national cycling champion but the podcast’s first super sleuth. Like so many, Julie was troubled by the way Amy’s case was handled and has dedicated herself to helping ensure the truth is realised. With Julie, the team interrogates the more confusing and bizarre details of the case and discuss the latest responses from those tasked to serve and protect the community. Please sign and share our petition Petition · Justice for Amy: help refer my Niece's case to - Office ...
Sep 22, 2024•44 min
Conversations 1
After 12 episodes, there’s so much to digest in The Truth About Amy . Alison and Liam are joined by Chief Courts Reporter for The West Australian newspaper, Tim Clarke who lends his considerable expertise to the analysis of Amy’s case. Last year Tim was named WA journalist of the year and has covered a variety of major criminal trials, including that of Bradley Robert Edwards, who was eventually convicted of the Claremont killings. He went on to write a book about it called Enigma of the Dark . ...
Sep 15, 2024•1 hr
12: Beyond Reasonable Doubt
New evidence comes to light which will force authorities to take another look. The team chases comment from the people who have the power to see if they’ll join the pursuit of Justice for Amy. And details on David Simmons upcoming court appearance and what you can expect to see happen before the year’s end. Please sign our petition Change.org/JusticeForAmy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 08, 2024•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 12
11: Fight for Justice
In this episode, the people you haven’t heard from yet make an appearance and provide critical clues, which makes The Truth About Amy much clearer. Also, a distant relative of David Simmons comes forward with some startling details about some disturbing incidents she witnessed, in the months prior to Amy’s death. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 01, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 11
10: The Impossible
A world-renowned crime scene reconstruction expert does his own analysis as to whether it’s possible Amy could have taken her own life. And we reveal what happened to the detectives who botched the handling of Amy’s case from the start. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 25, 2024•1 hr 22 min
09: Sudden Death
A reconstruction of the crime scene reveals Amy couldn’t possibly have killed herself. This episode includes the track 'Identity Crisis' by Myuu at thedarkpiano.com as well as Graveyard Song by Bob Cronk 1 https://open.spotify.com/track/326bj0VCDTtj0yrNuyDw0c?si=be6d6eaeda4744ee See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 18, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 9
08: Deep Impact
Who is David Simmons? This episode includes the track 'Identity Crisis' by Myuu at thedarkpiano.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 11, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 8
07: Torn
Why did David Simmons' father Robert think his son killed Amy? And why did Gareth Price’s ex wife pull out from testifying at the inquest at the last minute? Details of an horrific threat on social media which until now has impeded The Truth About Amy from being revealed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 04, 2024•56 min•Season 1Ep. 7
06: The Man Who Wasn't There
A deep dive on Joshua Bryden who says he left just before Amy died and returned just after. We reveal secret messages he shared with Amy and catch up with him at his home. This episode makes use of this track: Cinematic Suspense Series Episode 004 by Sascha Ende Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/5798-cinematic-suspense-series-episode-004 License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 28, 2024•58 min•Season 1Ep. 6
05: Brothers in Arms
The troubled life of Gareth Edward Toll Price and why he’s convinced his best mate David didn’t have anything to do with Amy’s death. Price is the same age Amy would have been had she lived but in a startling interview with Liam Bartlett, he reveals some holes in the theory Amy’s gunshot was self-inflicted. This episode makes use of this track: Cinematic Suspense Series Episode 004 by Sascha Ende Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/5798-cinematic-suspense-series-episode-004 License (CC BY 4...
Jul 21, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 5
04: Love and Other Bruises
We uncover a vital clue which will prove critical for ongoing inquiries. Amy’s best friends spill the tea, revealing why she was so excited in the lead-up to her unexpected death. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 14, 2024•58 min•Season 1Ep. 4
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