Ten years ago, on December 15, 2014, a gunman stormed a Sydney café, taking 18 hostages in a harrowing ordeal that shook the nation.

Over the next 17 hours, the siege ended with the terrorist being shot dead, the tragic loss of two innocent lives, and a scar left on Australia's heart.

Louisa Hope and her mother entered the Lindt Café that morning, unknowingly walking into a nightmare that would leave them wheeled out on stretchers, forever changed.

In this re-released series, explore the chilling events of that day and hear how Louisa has rebuilt her life a decade on.

This is Louisa’s story—a compelling firsthand account of courage, survival, and resilience from a day that changed Australia forever: The Sydney Siege.

Ten years ago, on December 15, 2014, a gunman stormed a Sydney café, taking 18 hostages in a harrowing ordeal that shook the nation.
Over the next 17 hours, the siege ended with the terrorist being shot dead, the tragic loss of two innocent lives, and a scar left on Australia's heart.
Louisa Hope and her mother entered the Lindt Café that morning, unknowingly walking into a nightmare that would leave them wheeled out on stretchers, forever changed.
In this re-released series, explore the chilling events of that day and hear how Louisa has rebuilt her life a decade on.
This is Louisa’s story—a compelling firsthand account of courage, survival, and resilience from a day that changed Australia forever: The Sydney Siege.

Introducing The Sydney Siege

An Australian social media star with over 1 million followers known for sharing posts about her 1-year-old child’s illness has come under scrutiny.

Her husband claims he had no knowledge of her actions, but allegations have surfaced that she was administering prescription medication to her child to make the child appear sick.

The story has sent social media into a frenzy, with intense debates and speculation. Police are now investigating, and the woman has gone into hiding. 

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An Australian social media star with over 1 million followers known for sharing posts about her 1-year-old child&rsquo;s illness has come under scrutiny.
Her husband claims he had no knowledge of her actions, but allegations have surfaced that she was administering prescription medication to her child to make the child appear sick.
The story has sent social media into a frenzy, with intense debates and speculation. Police are now investigating, and the woman has gone into hiding.&nbsp;
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Introducing - Poisoned

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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.

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.

Introducing - Menendez Vs. Monsters

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In January 2024, an unlikely worker was summoned to a video call with his boss. Over the next few days, that worker transferred $40 million of the company's money to someone, somewhere.

Subscribe now to get episodes ad-free and early on Apple Podcasts.

The first episode drops Monday, 16th September.

** AI voices have been used extensively in this podcast.** 

In January 2024, an unlikely worker was summoned to a video call with his boss. Over the next few days, that worker transferred $40 million of the company's money to someone, somewhere.
Subscribe now to get episodes ad-free and early on Apple Podcasts.
The first episode drops Monday, 16th September.
** AI voices have been used extensively in this podcast.**

Introducing - Deep Fake

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"Who's to Blame" takes you into the heartbreaking story of Emma Lovell and her husband Lee. Emma was killed during a home invasion on Boxing Day in 2022.
Lee tells us about the events leading up to that terrible night and explores the impact on their family and the community around them.
The podcast goes beyond the headlines to tackle the bigger issue of youth crime. We sit down with the people who know it best -offenders, psychologists, program leaders, and police - to get real about what's driving these young people to commit such shocking acts and what can be done to stop it from happening again. and ask the question, Who's to blame? 

Episode one is out Monday, August 26th 

"Who's to Blame" takes you into the heartbreaking story of Emma Lovell and her husband Lee. Emma was killed during a home invasion on Boxing Day in 2022. Lee tells us about the events leading up to that terrible night and explores the impact on their family and the community around them. The podcast goes beyond the headlines to tackle the bigger issue of youth crime. We sit down with the people who know it best -offenders, psychologists, program leaders, and police - to get real about what's driving these young people to commit such shocking acts and what can be done to stop it from happening again. and ask the question, Who's to blame? 
Episode one is out Monday, August 26th

Introducing - Who's to Blame?

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Welcome to "My Sister the Murderer," a gripping true crime podcast that tells the chilling story of Brittney Dwyer, who killed her grandad in cold blood. This isn't just another crime story—it's a family's story, told by Brittney’s brother Ryan
Each episode delves into the events leading up to the tragic day, the aftermath, and the profound impact on their family’s darkest moments and the secrets that get revealed as the story unfolds. 
This is a raw, real, and deeply personal account of a tragedy that changed their lives forever.
Coming to apple podcast subscriptions from Monday June 10th. 

Welcome to "My Sister the Murderer," a gripping true crime podcast that tells the chilling story of Brittney Dwyer, who killed her grandad in cold blood. This isn't just another crime story—it's a family's story, told by Brittney’s brother Ryan Each episode delves into the events leading up to the tragic day, the aftermath, and the profound impact on their family’s darkest moments and the secrets that get revealed as the story unfolds.  This is a raw, real, and deeply personal account of a tragedy that changed their lives forever. Coming to apple podcast subscriptions from Monday June 10th.

Introducing My Sister The Murderer

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Got a story that could give us the Chills? 

email it to us at  thechills@podshape.com, DM us on Instagram or Tik Tok @thechillspod

"The Chills" is not your average ghost story podcast. It's a collection of real, raw, and riveting tales straight from your DMs. Every episode dives deep into the eerie, unexplained, and outright weird experiences that have you second-guessing that "it's just the wind.". Hosted with a vibe that's equal parts spooky and relatable, we're breaking down the barriers between the seen and the unseen, one ghost story at a time. Whether you're a full-on believer or just here for the thrills, turn the lights down low, plug in, and let's explore the supernatural together. Because, let's face it, who doesn't love a good ghost story that makes you want to sleep with the lights on?

Got a story that could give us the Chills? 
email it to us at  <a href="mailto:thechills@podshape.com">thechills@podshape.com</a>, DM us on Instagram or Tik Tok @thechillspod
"The Chills" is not your average ghost story podcast. It's a collection of real, raw, and riveting tales straight from your DMs. Every episode dives deep into the eerie, unexplained, and outright weird experiences that have you second-guessing that "it's just the wind.". Hosted with a vibe that's equal parts spooky and relatable, we're breaking down the barriers between the seen and the unseen, one ghost story at a time. Whether you're a full-on believer or just here for the thrills, turn the lights down low, plug in, and let's explore the supernatural together. Because, let's face it, who doesn't love a good ghost story that makes you want to sleep with the lights on?

Introducing - The Chills

Introducing - Missing Pieces - The Search for Samantha Murphy

Robert Dickie went missing from his farm just outside of Dubbo, NSW, in 2016.

Bob's family always believed something bad happened to him, and then in April 2020, a woman was arrested for his murder.

Almost 4 years later, after an 8-week trial and revelations that shocked the family,the judge delivers his verdict.

In some parts of this podcast, we have used AI-generated voices to enhance the audio experience 

Robert Dickie went missing from his farm just outside of Dubbo, NSW, in 2016.
Bob's family always believed something bad happened to him, and then in April 2020, a woman was arrested for his murder.
Almost 4 years later, after an 8-week trial and revelations that shocked the family,the judge delivers his verdict.
In some parts of this podcast, we have used AI-generated voices to enhance the audio experience

Introducing - Catching Dad's Killer

You may not know the name, Brandon Truaxe, but you most likely will know some of the brands he created – Brandon was behind the international skin care brand – The Ordinary which is part of the Deciem group of companies.

This is the true story of the rise and demise of a man that was once lauded business genius.

Across 15 months from 2017, he went from skincare savant to taking over his companies Instagram account, with daily disturbing messages, he fired staff via social media, accused his fellow shareholders of financial impropriety, was arrested outside the British Pm’s house, and was sanctioned in the Uk and then taken to court in a bitter court battle which saw him ousted from his own company.

Then sadly in 2019 he fell from his balcony in Toronto.

Episode 1 launches on Apple Podcast subscriptions from August 14th, where you can get episodes ad free and early.   

You may not know the name, Brandon Truaxe, but you most likely will know some of the brands he created – Brandon was behind the international skin care brand – The Ordinary which is part of the Deciem group of companies.
This is the true story of the rise and demise of a man that was once lauded business genius.
Across 15 months from 2017, he went from skincare savant to taking over his companies Instagram account, with daily disturbing messages, he fired staff via social media, accused his fellow shareholders of financial impropriety, was arrested outside the British Pm’s house, and was sanctioned in the Uk and then taken to court in a bitter court battle which saw him ousted from his own company.
Then sadly in 2019 he fell from his balcony in Toronto.
Episode 1 launches on Apple Podcast subscriptions from August 14th, where you can get episodes ad free and early.

Introducing - Out Of The Ordinary

Listen as undercover detective Colin Mclaren infiltrates the Australian mafia for 37 months. Eventually bringing them down and stopping mafia from drug conspiracies, murders and mayhem. Colin takes you inside the life of an undercover cop who’s sole purpose is to find the bomber of the National Crime Authority building in Adelaide, which killed police officer Geoffrey Bowen and changed Australia's innocence forever. Mclaren takes us through the journey that eventually bought justice for his murdered colleague and friend and ultimately resulted in the greatest Australian mafia Sting of all time.

If you're interested at reaching a trusted Australian audience for your business in any one of our shows, book a free call here 

 

 

Listen as undercover detective Colin Mclaren infiltrates the Australian mafia for 37 months. Eventually bringing them down and stopping mafia from drug conspiracies, murders and mayhem. Colin takes you inside the life of an undercover cop who&rsquo;s sole purpose is to find the bomber of the National Crime Authority building in Adelaide, which killed police officer Geoffrey Bowen and changed Australia's innocence forever. Mclaren takes us through the journey that eventually bought justice for his murdered colleague and friend and ultimately resulted in the greatest Australian mafia Sting of all time.
If you're interested at reaching a trusted Australian audience for your business in any one of our shows, book a free call&nbsp;<a href="https://simple-promise.replit.app/">here&nbsp;</a>
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The Sting

Listen as undercover detective Colin Mclaren infiltrates the Australian mafia for 37 months. Eventually bringing them down and stopping mafia from drug conspiracies, murders and mayhem.

Colin takes you inside the life of an undercover cop who’s sole purpose is to find the bomber of the National Crime Authority building in Adelaide, which killed police officer Geoffrey Bowen and changed Australia's innocence forever.

Mclaren takes us through the journey that eventually bought justice for his murdered colleague and friend and ultimately resulted in the greatest Australian mafia Sting of all time.

The Sting

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