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The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson

The Crime Couch podcast is a casual yet intimate chat hosted by journalist and true crime author Rochelle Jackson and cops, crooks and interesting individuals.

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28:20

”Lil Irwin - a legend in the job”

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2022/02/24

94 year old Lilian Irwin was an Inspector in Victoria Police for nearly three decades. “Lil” as she’s affectionately known led the way for women in the police force. When Lil joined in 1961 she was only one of four women in her squad. Nick-named “The Queen of Fitzroy” and “Legs 11,” Lil was the only female Inspector when she was promoted in 1977 at a time when policewomen thought they’d be lucky to get to Sergeant! Contains Snappy @2021 performed Jonathan Boyle with music written by Jonathan Boyle,

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24:04

”The fingerprint expert”

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2022/02/17

What former Sergeant Tony Nance doesn't know about fingerprints (and number plates) isn't worth knowing. Tony's had a fascinating career in the Australian Federal Police and Victoria Police as a fingerprint expert. He retired with 32 years under his belt. He's been posted to south-east Asia many times and worked on the Bali bombing and Thailand Tsnumi before joining the Airport's Joint Aviation Intelligence Unit. Contains Snappy @2021 performed Jonathan Boyle with music written by Jonathan Boyle,

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21:18

”The Crime Couch compilation 2021 - the end of Season 1”

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2021/11/18

This is a compilation episode of The Crime Couch. It's the end of Season 1. This episode features some of the most popular interviews this year. Every episode has been an extraordinary glimpse into the lives and times of the men and women of Victoria Police and some interesting individuals on the other side of the law. These stories have really made an impact on us and on you, our listeners. Season 2 will return in 2022 with more fascinating stories and intriguing insights in the men and women in

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20:43

”Building a field of dreams for police veterans”

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2021/11/11

David McGowan used to be a Detective Sergeant in Victoria Police. He spent 21 years in the job before joining the corporate finance sector. After the four Victoria Police members were killed on the Eastern Freeway in April 2020, David was motivated to return to the police family becoming the Chief Executive Officer of Police Veterans Victoria (PVV). Police Veterans Victoria is a not for profit organisation that supports police veterans and their families. The organisation aims to improve the mental

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25:38

:Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be called...

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2021/11/03

In part two of his interview on The Crime Couch, former Victoria Police Special Operations Group Tactical Team Leader George Hateley reveals how he was encouraged to join the elite unit. He recalls the culture of the SOG and the importance of preparation and planning before any raid. George also talks about his experiences in Witness Protection, his involvement with the Russell Street bombing and the bombing of the Turkish Embassy. Contains Snappy @2021 performed Jonathan Boyle with music written

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27:10

”Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be called...

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2021/10/28

George Hateley is a former Victoria Police Special Operations Group Tactical Team Leader. He was in the job for 18 years, including the State Surveillance Unit, the St Kilda Special Duties Unit and the Major Crime Squad. In part one of a two part interview on The Crime Couch, George recalls his early days working Victoria Docks, the streets of St Kilda, arresting a granny heroin-dealer and his dramatic arrest of serial killer, Robert Wright who'd escaped from Jika Jika maximum security

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21:30

”The quiet hero” - part 2

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2021/10/21

Former Sergeant Brian Stooke was one of seven police officers shot by gunman, Mad Max in June 1985. In part two of his interview on The Crime Couch, he talks about the 8 month man-hunt and what happened to the dangerous criminal. Brian became a paraplegic after being shot four times and discusses how important getting back to work was for his recovery. He talks about life after policing and how vital the support from his family, colleagues and friends was for his rehabilitation. Contains Snappy

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22:32

”The quiet hero” - part 1

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2021/10/19

Former Sergeant Brian Stooke is a hero and a survivor. He is one of seven police officers shot by "Mad Max" or Pavel Marinoff in June, 1985. Brian was shot four times, one bullet severing his spine making him a paraplegic. But he returned to work and was awarded the Victoria Police Star for his action on duty. He's a remarkable man and continued to make a difference in the job he loves, despite his injury. Brian's encounter with Mad Max sparked one of Victoria's biggest man-hunts ever. He

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26:31

”A burning ambition”

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2021/10/07

Former Detective Senior Sergeant Phillip Hubbard is an arson expert. He's a fire and bomb scene investigator and talks about one unusual job that stuck with him and his colleague, Detective Senior Constable John Robertson. It happened on New Year's Day in 1995 involving an explosion of a grocery store. The store owner actually turned up at the local police station .... still smouldering! He was later arrested and charged with criminal damage by fire, arson and attempting to obtain property by

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24:01

”A day in the life of a motorcycle traffic cop”

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2021/09/30

One of Geoff Tulloch's initial Victoria Police roles was at the Mobile Traffic Section. When stationed in Bairnsdale, he was the only motorcycle traffic cop in Gippsland. Geoff proudly rode an Ariel Square Four motorcycle which ended up in the Victoria Police Museum! Known for his meticulous record-keeping and courtesy, Geoff was also in the Second-Hand Dealers Squad, Crime Cars and was a law instructor at the Academy before retiring as a Superintendent. Contains Snappy @2021 performed Jonathan

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25:56

”Doing it the write way”

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2021/09/23

Vikki Petraitis is a true crime author with seventeen titles under her belt. She often writes the stories of people who haven't a voice; including former Victoria Police detective Paul Dale, murdered Phillip Island woman Beth Barnard and child abuse survivor Rod Braybon. She's also a podcaster and a teacher and talks on The Crime Couch to Rochelle about the challenges writing these yarns. Contains Snappy @2021 performed Jonathan Boyle with music written by Jonathan Boyle, courtesy of Premium

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20:20

”An Officer and a gentleman” - part 2

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2021/09/16

Former Chief Superintendent Bill Jackson (registered number 12372) talks to his daughter on The Crime Couch. The top cop reflects on his 40 years in the job and dealing with retirement. Bill was awarded a prestigious APM and worked in the Mobile Traffic Section, the Second Hand Dealers and Drug Squads; but the highlight of his career was nabbing an employee who was stealing rare and precious coins from the National Gallery of Victoria. Contains Snappy @2021 performed Jonathan Boyle with music

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27:05

”What really happened to Elly Warren?”

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2021/09/09

Twenty year old Elly Warren was an aspiring marine biologist, volunteering on a marine conservation project in Tofo, Mozambique during November 2016. She, like so many young adventurers had been drawn to the coastal town known for its coral reefs, mantra rays and humpback whales. But after her lifeless body was found face down in the sand behind a toilet block in the area, her father Paul has been relentless in his pursuit for justice for his daughter; who he believes was murdered. His five year

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17:54

”An arresting woman”

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2021/09/02

Former Detective Senior Constable Kaye Murphy is a trail-blazer. She paved the way for women in the job as the first single Mum and the youngest female CIB detective in Victoria Police. She also worked in the toughest Crime Squads; the Breakers, Armed Robbery and Consorting Squads and the Homicide Squad. Contains Snappy @2021 performed by Jonathan Boyle with music written by Jonathan Boyle, courtesy of Premium Beat. Post-production by Pete Dillon @www.fearlesscollective.com.au and acknowledgement

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29:47

”Fighting the good fight”

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2021/08/26

Preventing crime against women and children is something former Detective Inspector Glenn Davies is passionate about. After 30 years in the job at the Armed Robbery Squad, the Embona Taskforce and heading up the Sex Crimes Squad; Glenn worked extensively in government, on boards and parliamentary inquiries giving policy advice and supporting victims of clergy sexual abuse. He's also worked across the Asia Pacific educating police from PNG, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu. Contains Snappy @2021

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26:32

”Sisters are doin‘ it for themselves”

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2021/08/19

Giovanna Campana led the way for women in Victoria Police. She was the first female to be stationed in General Duties at Ballarat. Giovanna was also the first female Sergeant Police Negotiator and in the highly regarded Protective Security Group. She also notched up another career achievement as the first female Sergeant posted to East Timor. Contains Snappy @2021 performed by Jonathan Boyle with music written by Jonathan Boyle, courtesy of Premium Beat. Post production by Pete Dillon

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19:26

”How the Robbers caught Australia‘s Most Wanted”

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2021/08/12

The Armed Robbery Squad in the 1980's had quite a reputation. The Robbers had to be tough they weren't dealing with shop theft, they were hunting violent crims, bank robbers and armed offenders. Former Detective Inspector Ken Ashworth was one of the senior officers heading up a crew. Ken's credited with some impressive nabs, including the arrest of several of Australia's most wanted bank robber Russell "Mad Dog" Cox and his mate, notorious gunman Raymond John Denning. Contains Snappy @2021 performed

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24:37

”Squizzy Taylor - the little crook with a big attitude”

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2021/08/05

Squizzy Taylor was one of Australia's most notorious gangsters in the 1920's. He was an armed robber, bootlegger and pimp. Squizzy also dabbled in race fixing, protection rackets and jury-fixing. True crime author Roy Maloy has just published "Squizzy - the Biography". It took seven years of research and includes insights from Squizzy's own 97-year-old daughter. Contains Snappy @2021 performed Jonathan Boyle with music written by Jonathan Boyle, courtesy of Premium Beat. Post production by Pete

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23:21

”Facing your demons”

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2021/07/29

Around 12% of Australians will experience post traumatic stress disorder - or PTSD in their lifetime. Emergency service workers are more prone to suffer from PTSD, especially police officers. They're dealing with horrific scenes, violent crimes and offenders and the worst possible accidents.... well, imagine what police officers in crime squads are exposed to. Former Detective Inspector Ken Ashworth knows. He's had a highly successful and prestigious career. Ken worked in the Armed Robbery and

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21:54

”The Detective with the photographic memory”

The Crime Couch with Rochelle Jackson ·

2021/07/22

Detective Senior Constable Reginald Ernest Henderson was an extraordinary police officer. In a career spanning 38 years, Reg apprehended more than 3,000 offenders, identifying many only by photographs he kept in a little notebook. He was also known as "the Falcon of The Force" and "Eagle Eye Henderson". Reg was more of a diplomat than a detective; well-groomed, quiet, didn't drink or smoke and acted as close personal security for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth 11, the Queen Mother, Prince Phillip,

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