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He was a senior cop. A coach. A mentor. A familiar face in Tasmania. But when officers arrived at Paul Reynolds’ door with a search warrant, the truth began to crack open exposing decades of grooming, suspicion, and warnings buried deep inside the system meant to stop him.
Badge of Betrayal peels back the layers of a case Tasmania Police quietly walked away from after Reynolds’ sudden death. What emerges is a disturbing pattern: young boys targeted through sport, car meets, and friendship; colleagues who raised concerns and were shut down; and a network of silence that stretched far beyond one man.
A current serving high ranking police officer comes forward to tell us everything he knows, a friend who was groomed by Reynolds talks, we speak with victim survivors, whistleblowers and uncover emails and files notes that leave breadcrumbs that ask more questions.
From the creators of Our Little Edey, this is a forensic investigation into one of Tasmania’s most unsettling police scandals and the uncomfortable question at its core:
If the badge is supposed to protect us… what happens when it protects the predator instead
Episode 1 drops Monday 24th November, with weekly episodes or you can subscribe for advanced and add free episodes on Apple Podcasts .
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7 Sept 2025
Introducing -Moore To The Story
18-year-old Kane Moore went to a party with mates in Townsville in 2023.
The next morning, his sister found him dead in a park.
Police and the coroner say it was a horrible accident. His family wants to know what happened to their Kano—and they believe someone knows something.
Is there Moore To The Story?
Listen to the first two episodes ad-free on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions from Monday, September 8.
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28 Jul 2025
Introducing - A New Podcast To Help You Sleep
Thanks for supporting our podcasts!
As a special treat, I’d love to share the first episode of a new podcast we’ve been working on.
We know many listeners use true crime to fall asleep, and while we get why, we wanted to offer you a less unsettling way to drift off.
The show is called Silent Secrets — a bedtime podcast for curious minds. It’s designed to help you slowly drift into sleep, letting go of the day’s worries and exploring the quiet wonders of the world.
Thank you for taking the time to listen to the first episode on The Mary Celeste. New episodes will drop every Monday in the Silent Secrets feed. We’d love it if you could follow and rate the show on your favourite podcast platform.
If you have any feedback, feel free to drop us a line at info@podshape.com (mailto:info@podshape.com).
Jay and the team at Podshape
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21 Jul 2025
Introducing - AI Crime Time
What if your lawyer was a chatbot?
What if your car plotted your murder?
What if the perfect crime wasn’t committed by a person… but prompted?
Welcome to AI Crime Time — the podcast that explores the dangerously believable world of crimes committed using, by, or through artificial intelligence. Each episode is a fully fictional, true crime–style story written and voiced almost entirely by AI — with less than 5% human interference (because, let’s face it, humans are the problem anyway).
You’ll hear fake interviews, AI confessions, courtroom drama, and code that kills — all wrapped in a dry, disturbing tone that’s equal parts Black Mirror, Serial, and your worst tech nightmare.
Disclaimer: This podcast is a work of fiction created using generative AI. The crimes, characters, and quotes are entirely fabricated and for entertainment purposes only. No AI models were harmed in the making of this show (yet).
Coming Monday, July 28th
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26 May 2025
Introducing Real Crime
Investigative journalist Adam Shand introduces listeners to the world of real crime through firsthand accounts from cops, robbers, and victims in Australia.
6 May 2025
Introducing - The Missing Matter
Just when you thought the story was over, the questions only deepen. Hosted by Sally Leydon - Marion’s daughter and the voice you know from The Lady Vanishes - The Missing Matter picks up the trail after the March 2024 coronial findings. With over 22 million downloads behind it, this fan-funded follow-up launches on its own new feed, ready to chart a fresh journey into the unknown.
Join Sally and her investigative team as they:
Revisit key locations from Australia to Europe, chasing every lead
Deploy scent-tracking dogs in the hunt for Marion’s final resting place
Travel worldwide—from Japan and London to Amsterdam, Brussels, Luxembourg and Lille
Reflect on the coronial findings, the excitement of live events, and the planning stages of an epic research trip
Subscribe now at Apple Podcast subscription for the show early and ad free from Monday May 12th.
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10 Dec 2024
Introducing The Sydney Siege
Louisa Hope recounts her harrowing experience during the Sydney Siege, a decade after surviving the 2014 terrorist attack that left two innocent lives lost and a scar on Australia's heart.
21 Nov 2024
Introducing - Poisoned
Australian social media star, Brittany Higgins, and her husband, David Leckie, expose the dark truth behind her 1-year-old child's illness, sparking questions about Munchausen syndrome by proxy and social media's role in revealing a monster.
19 Nov 2024
It Ain't Over...
Menendez brothers' lawyer discuss how recent developments have derailed their clemency bid, threatening a possible early release from prison.
6 Nov 2024
Free By Christmas ?
Menendez brothers' attorney Cliff Gardner shares the latest updates and insights on their bid for freedom, potentially changing their fate by Christmas.
31 Oct 2024
I Will Change Your Verdict
Lyle Menendez's lawyer, with 25 years of experience, reveals how a teenage essay by Lyle holds the key to changing his murder conviction verdict.
27 Oct 2024
The Gen Z Jury
So why, after 34 years, has this case returned to mainstream media? TV shows, specials, podcasts, and Reddit threads are all buzzing with renewed interest.
In this episode, we explore why this is happening and what new evidence Lyle and Erik’s lawyer, Cliff Gardner, will rely on in their bid to get them released.
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20 Oct 2024
Who Are The Real Monsters?
Content Warning: **This podcast discusses topics of child exploitation and alleged abuse. Listener discretion is advised.**
It’s the most asked question about the case: Were Lyle and Erik really abused, and who are the real monsters?
In this episode, we hear both sides of the story and ask the crucial question: Who are the real monsters—Lyle and Erik, or their parents, Kitty and José?
In this podcast, we’ve included small excerpts from the 1993 trial, courtesy of Court TV. If you’d like to view the entire trial, you can follow them here (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMD8umRLJkKzwa3pMCaNyk_5C6Y22F8xL)
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20 Oct 2024
The Lawyer Trying To Get Them Out
Cliff Gardner is the lawyer leading the charge to have Lyle and Erik Menendez released from prison.
In this episode, we speak with Cliff about the new compelling evidence that could help secure their release, why he thinks public interest has resurfaced after more than 30 years, and whether he believes the Netflix specials and social media movement have helped or harmed their chances.
In this podcast, we’ve included small excerpts from the 1993 trial, courtesy of Court TV. If you’d like to view the entire trial, you can follow them here (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMD8umRLJkKzwa3pMCaNyk_5C6Y22F8xL)
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20 Oct 2024
That Night!
August 20th, 1989: Kitty and José Menendez were shot dead in their own home while watching a James Bond movie.
We know the facts of how it happened, but how has Hollywood scripted this tragedy, and how does it compare to the real testimony from that night?
In this podcast, we’ve included small excerpts from the 1993 trial, courtesy of Court TV. If you’d like to view the entire trial, you can follow them here (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMD8umRLJkKzwa3pMCaNyk_5C6Y22F8xL)
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8 Oct 2024
Introducing - Menendez Vs. Monsters
Menendez vs. Monsters is where we break down the Netflix series on the Menendez brothers and compare it to the real-life case that gripped the world. Did the show stick to the facts, or did it take a few creative liberties? We’ll explore the true crime details, the courtroom drama, and the media storm, all with a fresh Aussie perspective. It’s a deep dive into fact vs. fiction.
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