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Apple for the Teacher

Ana Thomas
Mary Kay Letourneau
Halloween
Abby Zwirner
Civil Lawsuit
Rape and Murder
World Sauna Championships
Richneck Elementary School
Ebony Parker
Colleen Ritzer
Child Sexual Abuse
Parole Hearing
Child Rape
Health Issues
Saisling Family Murders
Sexual Assault
Dr. Parker
Juvenile Sentencing
Danvers High School
Vili Falao
Barry Loukaitis

True crime stories in the school system – told by a teacher from Australia. For people looking for something different in the true crime genre, other than Ted Bundy or the Zodiac Killer. Diverse and lesser-known stories – an albino student murder in Africa, schoolgirl sexual slavery in Libya, a teacher beheaded in France, Polish teachers executed by the Nazis, just to name a few. School-based trag... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes273Founded7 years ago
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It was back in the year 2003, when a 15 year old boy entered his school with a .22 calibre gun. He shot 2 students dead. Despite receiving a life sentence, he is now applying for parole after only 20 years.

Today's episode is a parole hearing.

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In 1996, a 14-year-old boy entered his school armed with 3 guns, concealed in a long black trenchcoat. The boy opened fire inside his classroom. Why?

Apple for the Teacher tells true crime stories related to schools.

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A much loved school teacher is murdered in her home. The culprit turns out to be a past student, who had held onto a 30 year grudge.

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Recent Guests

John McLaughlin
Person who committed the crime as a juvenile; undergoing parole review
Incarcerated in Minnesota
Episode: EP 247 - PAROLE HEARING - School Shooter
Mrs. McLaughlin
Mother of the offender, offering perspective on his upbringing and support system
Family of the offender
Episode: EP 247 - PAROLE HEARING - School Shooter
Abby Zwirner
The teacher who was shot and is suing the school administrator.
Episode: EP 238 - COURT TRIAL - 1st Grader Shoots Teacher (Part 1 of 3)
Dr. Ebony Parker
The assistant principal facing allegations of negligence.
Episode: EP 238 - COURT TRIAL - 1st Grader Shoots Teacher (Part 1 of 3)
Patricia Waddle
Survivor of the attack by Rodney Macon
Episode: EP 237 - PAROLE HEARING - Student Raped Teacher in Classroom
Rodney Macon
The offender seeking parole for raping a teacher
Episode: EP 237 - PAROLE HEARING - Student Raped Teacher in Classroom

Host

Ana Thomas
Host of the podcast, a teacher who shares true crime stories linked to the educational system with empathy and insight. Her approach emphasizes the impact on victims and aims to highlight lesser-known cases.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 248 ratings
  • I’d Recommend

    I listen to a lot of true crime and unsolved podcasts. Ana manages to find fascinating stories, (both tragic and positive) that I’ve not heard before. I’ve been binging the last 3 years worth over the last few days and have subscribed to I don’t miss any new episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    autumn_nz
    New Zealand3 years ago
  • I’ll persevere but….

    I’m only on the second episode and the format / content is fine. What I find really difficult to listen to is the presenters terrible “upspeak” I know Aussies are known for this awful habit of finishing their sentences with a rising inflection but it’s so annoying to listen to. It sounds like she’s reading at the front of class rather than just telling a story. I’ll give it a few more eps, hopefully when she’s more comfortable she will address this.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    monkinoz
    Australia3 years ago
  • Misgenders people

    I no longer feel comfortable supporting this podcast after the blatant misgendering of the individual being spoken about (episode 173-Cheerleader)

    The individual in question stated that their gender identity is female and yet the podcast host blatantly disregarded it. Very transphobic undertones. I worry for the students she teaches.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    greetingsfromantiva
    Canada4 years ago
  • Ana does a lovely job with this podcast, covering a variety of cases within schools that are often underreported or one I've simply never heard before. Her attention to detail and respect towards the victims just adds another level to her show, which I highly recommend. Keep up the great work.

    Podchaser
    5
    yeoldecrime
    4 years ago
  • Captivating

    Anna does a great job with this podcast! I never cared for true crime podcasts until this one! Anna keeps you engaged the whole time. Every story is likely one you never heard . Great job with this Anna keep up the good work .

    P. S I found you by accident. I said hey siri play Apple and in a matter of seconds forgot to say “play Apple Music” and boom Apple for the teacher comes on and the rest is history . So good thing here that my phone was a bad apple. I think we can excuse this bad apple :)... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J-Philosophy
    United States4 years ago

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The focus on victims' experiences rather than glorifying perpetrators is a recurrent positive theme in listener reviews.
Listeners appreciate the unique perspective on true crime stories compared to typical narratives that focus on infamous criminals.
Many commend the host's compassionate storytelling and the educational value of the content.
Several reviews highlight the podcast's ability to shed light on lesser-known cases that are both heart-wrenching and enlightening.
Some have expressed concerns about the presentation style, mentioning issues such as a lack of emotional tone in the delivery.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

EP 247 - PAROLE HEARING - School Shooter
Q: What would you like to happen as a result of today's meeting?
I would like to be granted parole and move down to a medium custody level.
EP 244 - PREDATOR - (Part 3 of 3) - Teacher (34) preys on boy (12)
Q: Was it hard to stay the course during Mary's imprisonment?
Vili explains that he dated while she was in prison, having an agreement to live life while she was away.
EP 244 - PREDATOR - (Part 3 of 3) - Teacher (34) preys on boy (12)
Q: Do you both feel like you're soulmates?
Vili expresses that soulmates can come and go but acknowledges the deep connection they shared.
EP 244 - PREDATOR - (Part 3 of 3) - Teacher (34) preys on boy (12)
Q: Was it the best for Villy at the time?
Vili suggested they should have had a chance to talk things out instead of the court imposing strict no contact orders.
EP 244 - PREDATOR - (Part 3 of 3) - Teacher (34) preys on boy (12)
Q: What first attracted you to Mary?
Vili found Mary pretty and liked that she taught art, which connected them on a deeper level.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Apple for the Teacher

What is Apple for the Teacher about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing specifically on true crime stories related to the educational system, this podcast offers a unique perspective not commonly found in the genre. Listeners can expect to hear about a variety of harrowing incidents, such as teacher-student violence, tragic events during school trips, and serious systemic failures leading to unimaginable outcomes. The stories are diverse, including cases from around the globe like the murder of an albino student in Africa and schoolgirl sexual slavery in Libya, as well as tragic school-related incidents like landslides and shootings. With a narrative style that emphasizes empathy and a focus on the victims rather than their perpetrators, the host strives to shed light on lesser-known cases that deserve... more

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2. Mrs. McLaughlin
3. Abby Zwirner
4. Dr. Ebony Parker
5. Patricia Waddle
6. Rodney Macon

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