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Canadian True Crime

Kristi Lee | Canadian True Crime

Immersive, fact-based and responsible true crime storytellingGo beyond the headlines with Aussie-Canadian host Kristi Lee as she carefully unravels some of Canada"s most compelling crimes with meticulous research and a trauma-informed approach.Release schedule: at least two episodes most months, whenever they"re ready.Subscribe and find out why Canadian True Crime is Canada"s top independent podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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18:51

End of season: Personal message and recommendations

Canadian True Crime ·

2025/01/03

In this special message, Kristi shares some highlights - and lowlights - from behind the scenes of 2024, as well as some personal recommendations for podcast and documentary recommendations. Happy new year and thank you for listening to Canadian True Crime!We'll be back with our new season in late February. Podcast recommendations:The Hatchet - episode Canada’s Criminal Bank: A Triptych on TDThe Secret Life of Canada - episode A Brief History of NudismSandy and Nora Talk Politics - episode

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1:17:15

The Huenemann / Leatherbarrow Murders [2]

Canadian True Crime ·

2024/12/23

[Part 2 of 2] Dramatic headlines continue as three teenagers are tried for their roles in the murders of a mother and grandmother, with spoiled heir Darren Huenemann at the center of it all. While he and Derik Lord testify with their own conflicting versions of events, the youngest, David Muir remains silent... for now.But the theatrics and shocking updates would continue long after the trial — leading to a dramatic prison escape and another confession.The intention of this series is to take a

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1:04:27

The Huenemann / Leatherbarrow Murders [1]

Canadian True Crime ·

2024/12/16

BRITISH COLUMBIA[Part 1 of 2] When police are called to do a welfare check at the home of a fashion store owner, they're confronted with a shocking sight. Lying on the kitchen floor are the lifeless bodies of two women, their faces covered in dishcloths. There's blood everywhere.It looks as if Doris Leatherbarrow and her daughter Sharon Huenemann were killed just as they were serving up dinner for two guests.Who were the guests? And where were they now?The intention of this series is to take a

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1:13:13

Bruce Lorenz [2]

Canadian True Crime ·

2024/11/29

ONTARIO[Part 2 of 2 ] Lawyer Bruce Lorenz had been shot dead at Warden Subway Station in the east of Toronto, and the police believed they knew exactly who did it. The first degree murder trial revealed many new truths… and dropped several bombshells.The intention of this series is to take a look back at a shocking crime sensationalized through headlines and reveal the inner workings of the criminal justice system.If you happen to know anyone related to this case, please respect their

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56:38

Bruce Lorenz [1]

Canadian True Crime ·

2024/11/22

ONTARIO[Part 1 of 2 ] On a dark icy evening at a suburban Toronto subway station, a parking lot attendant came across an odd sight: protruding out of the driver’s side window of a tan Mustang, was a pair of legs.They belonged to a 36-year-old lawyer. And he was dead. The investigation that ensued uncovered a deadly tale of sex, lies, betrayal and corruption, that would be called Canada’s version of “Double Indemnity”.The intention of this series is to take a look back at a shocking crime

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36:32

Introducing: Someone Knows Something

Canadian True Crime ·

2024/11/14

Christine Harron, a book-loving teenager from Hanover, Ontario, leaves for school in the spring of 1993 and is never seen again. A suspect emerges, confessing to her murder, but the case falls apart and Christine's family are left without answers.In Season 9 of the award winning podcast Someone Knows Something, David Ridgen, along with Christine's mother, reopen the investigation and come face to face with the man who said he killed Chrissy.Someone Knows Something is the investigative true crime

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1:10:34

Irene Carter

Canadian True Crime ·

2024/11/08

ALBERTAAn elderly woman is found dead in her own home, the victim of a brutally violent attack in a typically sleepy community. At first it appears to be a robbery gone wrong, but further investigation reveals a complex web of lies — and a much more disturbing truth.The intention of this episode is to take a detailed look back at a tragic crime that played out through the media and highlight the societal problems that contributed to it.To protect and respect the privacy of those close to the case,

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1:00:46

Amber Tuccaro: In Her Defence

Canadian True Crime ·

2024/10/28

Amber Tuccaro was 20 years old when she left her infant son with a friend at a motel on the outskirts of Edmonton, and got into a vehicle with an unknown man.She was never seen alive again.But Amber left an important clue: A chilling recording of what appear to be the final moments of her life — and the voice of the man who may be her killer.In this special episode,Kristi Lee is in studio withJana G. Pruden, an award-winning investigative journalist with the Globe and Mail who spent seven months

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1:02:33

The Good Doctor [2]

Canadian True Crime ·

2024/10/09

[Part 2 of 2] The surprising conclusion to the story of Dr. John Schneeberger, the crimes he committed, the lengths he went to get away with them — and the aftermath.*Additional content warning:this series includes some details of sexual assault, including of an underage person. Please take care when listening.The intention of this series is to take a detailed look back at a shocking crime sensationalized through headlines and explore how it impacted the community. Some names have been changed to

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1:02:56

The Good Doctor [1]

Canadian True Crime ·

2024/10/02

SASKATCHEWAN[Part 1 of 2]A 23-year old woman shows up at a hospital in Regina saying something “very bad” happened to her at another hospital the night before. The bizarre story that unravelled over the following decade would be described by some as a battle of David Vs Goliath. Others would say it was taken straight from science fiction.* Additional content warning:this series includes some details of sexual assault, including of an underage person. Please take care when listening.The intention of

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1:00:49

Matthew Charles Lamb: The Oak Ridge Experiment [2]

Canadian True Crime ·

2024/09/16

[Part 2 of 2] The shocking conclusion to the story of 18-year-old Matthew Charles Lamb, the infamous Oak Ridge Experiment at Penetanguishene and one heartbroken author’s quest for truth.The intention of this episode is to take a look back at a shocking crime in the context of a very different era of Canadian history.Recommended resources:Watching the Devil Dance: How a Spreekiller Slipped through the Cracks of the Criminal Justice System 2020, Will ToffanF-Ward: Oak Ridge Mental Hospital

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56:06

Matthew Charles Lamb: Canada's First Spree Killer [1]

Canadian True Crime ·

2024/09/09

Welcome back to a new season of Canadian True Crime![Part 1 of 2] The unbelievable story of 18-year-old Matthew Charles Lamb, who grabbed his uncle’s shotgun and took to the streets of Windsor, Ontario in 1966. What happened next involves the infamous Oak Ridge Experiment at Penetanguishene, a global mercenary career cut short, and one heartbroken author’s quest for truth.The intention of this episode is to take a look back at a shocking crime in the context of a very different era of Canadian

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1:14:12

Collision Course: The Darcy Allan Sheppard Case (4)

Canadian True Crime ·

2024/08/23

[ Part 4 of 4 ] The TruthHidden documents and files are released through a Freedom of Information request, strongly suggesting that what actually happened on August 31, 2009 was different to the narrative presented by the press — and in court.In this new four-part series, edited and re-mastered, you’ll hear a story of elites vs peasants, cars vs bicycles, and wealth and privilege vs poverty and crime. It’s a cautionary tale of how justice works differently in this country for some people.Listen

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1:09:06

Collision Course: The Darcy Allan Sheppard Case (3)

Canadian True Crime ·

2024/08/22

[ Part 3 of 4 ] How the Justice System FailedThe controversial 2010 hearing where the prosecutor announced his decision to withdraw charges. While Darcy’s father expected that result, something seemed significantly wrong with how the prosecutor chose to explain how the decision was made.In this new four-part series, edited and re-mastered, you’ll hear a story of elites vs peasants, cars vs bicycles, and wealth and privilege vs poverty and crime. It’s a cautionary tale of how justice works

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1:05:49

Collision Course: The Darcy Allan Sheppard Case (2)

Canadian True Crime ·

2024/08/21

[ Part 2 of 4 ] How the Media FailedIn the wake of Darcy’s death, a crisis PR firm succeeds in influencing the media – and public perception – with misleading and false information.In this new four-part series, edited and re-mastered, you’ll hear a story of elites vs peasants, cars vs bicycles, and wealth and privilege vs poverty and crime. It’s a cautionary tale of how justice works differently in this country for some people.Release schedule: New episodes each day with the final episode on Friday

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1:03:41

Collision Course: The Darcy Allan Sheppard Case (1)

Canadian True Crime ·

2024/08/20

TORONTO - A special new presentation to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the controversial death of Toronto bike messenger Darcy Allan Sheppard.[ Part 1 of 4 ] Sheppard v BryantOn August 31, 2009, there was a catastrophic collision between a cyclist and a motorist on a busy downtown Toronto street — a collision so unfathomable that it shocked bystanders and the city at large.Darcy Allan Sheppard died on the street that night. The motorist, former Ontario Attorney General Michael Bryant was

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4:59

Special Announcement and Invitation

Canadian True Crime ·

2024/08/19

Hi there, our new season starts on September 9. But for now...Darcy Allan Sheppard Updates: 15th Annual Memorial Gathering - please join us:Date and time:Saturday, August 31, 3 p.m.Location: 151 Bloor Street West, Ghost Bike opposite Tiffany & Co. Close to Bloor St and Avenue Road.Release of new series:Starting tomorrow through Friday, we'll be releasing a new, re-mastered and edited version of our original series from 2022 to commemorate the anniversary.More information:

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1:14:44

Major Case Updates 2024 — Part 2

Canadian True Crime ·

2024/08/06

[Part 2 of 2] Featuring interviews with survivors Josh Whiteway and Kerri Kehoe, we continue to look back at cases we've covered with major updates in past years.Approximate timestamps (Give or take a few minutes depending on ad breaks)1:30 Lush & Whiteway Families car crash (update from Josh Whiteway)9:00 Jacob Hoggard updates16:00 The Kingston Cases (update from Kerri Kehoe re Richard Charles Joyce)30:00 Legacy Christian Academy and Mile Two Church Scandal #legacyofabuse54:00 Kelly

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1:17:32

Major Case Updates 2024 — Part 1

Canadian True Crime ·

2024/07/23

[Part 1 of 2] This two-part series will report back on the cases we’ve covered that have had major updates over the past years.Part 1: Approximate timestamps (give or take a few minutes)7:00 Robert Pickton13:00 Renfrew County Massacre20:00 Madison Scott23:00 Dellen Millard and Mark Smich28:00 Multiple Murders / Consecutive sentences33:00 The Harrison Family Murders44:00 The Brentwood Five53:00 Paul Bernardo1:06:00 Use of AI Voices - update and feedbackMore information on previous Canadian True Crime

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1:24:16

Susan Klassen

Canadian True Crime ·

2024/07/01

36-year old Susan Klassen had only lived in Whitehorse for a few years, but she made a considerable impact on the local community as a renowned modern storyteller with the Yukon International Storytelling Festival. Susan’s death—and the public outrage that followed—was named the #1 story in the Yukon for 1997.“Throughout her life, she deeply touched the lives and hearts of many. Along with her love of nature, one of Susan’s greatest joys was to share her talent of storytelling.”- ObituaryIf you or a

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