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A Heavy Weight

A Heavy Weight
Jeremy Jourdain
Bemidji
Vickie Lynn Harrell
Indiana
Indigenous Missing People
Cold Cases
Leech Lake Reservation
Serial Killers
Bloomington
Minnesota
Missing Indigenous People
Poverty
Mental Health
Systemic Bias
Clark County Jail
Mccormick's Creek State Park
Marie Bridget Patrick
Missing Persons
Vali E. Davis
Stacey Colbert

In a world where some stories go untold, A Heavy Weight is a true crime podcast series that aims to give voice to the voiceless and shed light on forgotten or overlooked cases. Each season takes you on a gripping journey through the depths of unsolved mysteries, cold cases, and wrongful convictions. For more information and to see our source materials visit: www.aheavyweight.com A Heavy Weight is ... more

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Episode 10 brings together the most unsettling pieces of Joseph Smedley’s case — the late-night messages, the odd cell phone pings, the missing belongings — and confronts the gaps that remain. This episode is a call for truth, transparency, and for a... more

For Joseph’s family, this is year ten. Ten years of rereading the same note. Ten years of asking for his case files. Ten years of watching other IU students’ cases become national stories while his slips out of view.

Coverage sits inside that imbala... more

In this episode we return to the death of Indiana University student Joseph Smedley, whose body was found in Griffy Lake with a backpack weighed down with rocks. Drawing on a twenty year study of suicide by drowning and the insight of forensic pathol... more

Joseph Smedley’s death was ruled a suicide by drowning, with alcohol and cannabinoids listed as contributing factors. In this episode, we slow down and examine that conclusion through the lens of Joseph’s autopsy and toxicology reports.

Forensic pat... more

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Krissi Atkinson
Daughter of Wilma June Nissen who shares her mother's story.
Episode: The Girl in the Ditch: The Wilma June Nissen Story: Episode 2
Chrissy Exson
Biological daughter of Wilma June Nissen seeking answers about her mother's tragic life and death.
Episode: The Girl in the Ditch: The Wilma June Nissen Story
Nicole Bucknagla
Close family friend of the Jourdains and Jeremy's auntie
Episode: What Happened to Jeremy Jourdain?
Teresa Jourdain
Mother of Jeremy Jourdain, recalling memories of her son
Episode: What Happened to Jeremy Jourdain?
Jasmine Jourdain
Sister of Jeremy Jourdain, who shared her experiences with her brother
Episode: What Happened to Jeremy Jourdain?

Host

Stacy Bradowski
Host and producer, focusing on unsolved mysteries and social justice issues through detailed storytelling and investigative interviews.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 144 ratings
  • Well told, tragic case

    Really tragic and mysterious case. Well told and in need of more attention.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rocks54368
    United Statesa year ago
  • He def didn’t die by suicide

    No doubt about it, this case needs to be reopened, and this podcast proves it. The story is told with such clear and concise detail, and leaves me wondering why the case closes with the conclusion of death by suicide, and why it hasn’t gotten more attention.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mrsgoodytoyou
    United States3 years ago
  • Engrossing

    Fantastic re-creation of the disappearance/ crime time line and engaging storytelling. I think the podcast should have a season two to delve into more crimes that are shrouded in mystery. Great journalism.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    What'sitreally
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent

    I do not believe this was a suicide! Doesn’t make sense that the police involved won’t return Joseph’s items or share photos.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MyKindofLuck
    United States3 years ago
  • Just binged

    Heard Vivian on The Fall Line. Great work from a sister and podcaster seeking Justice. Have signed the petition and will share with all I know

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ohio150
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the thorough research and emotional storytelling that gives voice to neglected cases.
Many praise the sensitive handling of triggering topics, emphasizing the importance of social issues addressed in the series.
Comments reflect a strong connection to the advocacy for victims and their families, highlighting a desire for justice.

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What Happened to Joseph Smedley? Episode Ten: Where Do We Go From Here?
Q: Can we trust the note found by Joseph's roommates was written by him?
The suggestion is that a handwriting analysis was never performed, despite police obtaining samples.
What Happened to Joseph Smedley? Episode Ten: Where Do We Go From Here?
Q: How can we be sure that it was Joseph who sent the 4:15 a.m. text to his sister?
There is uncertainty regarding the authorship of the text, raising concerns about its authenticity.

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This true crime podcast series focuses on uncovering compelling, yet often overlooked, stories of unsolved mysteries, cold cases, and wrongful convictions. The host engages with the families of victims, experts, and community members to bring forth new perspectives on these tragic narratives, shedding light on the complexities involved in each case. Listeners are drawn in by the meticulous research and the emotional weight of these stories, along with the exploration of systemic issues within law enforcement and society at large. Noteworthy is the podcast's emphasis on advocacy for those whose voices have been marginalized, making it particularly resonant for audiences interested in justice and social reform.

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A Heavy Weight launched 4 years ago and published 53 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Chrissy Exson
3. Nicole Bucknagla
4. Teresa Jourdain
5. Jasmine Jourdain

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