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Apple for the Teacher

Ana Thomas
Mary Kay Letourneau
Halloween
Pamela Smart
Abby Zwirner
Ebony Parker
Civil Lawsuit
Rape and Murder
James Bulger
School Shooting
World Sauna Championships
Richneck Elementary School
Colleen Ritzer
Child Sexual Abuse
Parole Hearing
Child Rape
Health Issues
Saisling Family Murders
Sexual Assault
Dr. Parker
Danvers High School

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

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A 14-year-old boy, entered his school, armed with a rifle, and shot, 4 people dead. He received life in prison without parole. His father was also sentenced to 15 years in prison, for providing the gun used in the shooting. But what about the victims... more

A 14-year-old boy, entered his school, armed with a rifle, and shot 4 people dead. He pleaded guilty to murder, and the case went straight to sentencing, where he was given life in prison without parole. The boy's father also went on trial and was co... more

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Recent Guests

Colt Grey
14-year-old school shooter interviewed by police
Student, shooter
Episode: EP 262 - TEEN SCHOOL SHOOTER - Sentencing Hearing - (Part 1 of 4)
Denise Fergus
Mother of James Bulger, victim advocate
James Bulger Memorial Trust (and related victim advocacy work)
Episode: EP 261 - JAMES BULGER - The Crime That Shook Britain (Part 2 of 2)
Ralph Bulger
James Bulger's father
Family of the victim
Episode: EP 261 - JAMES BULGER - The Crime That Shook Britain (Part 2 of 2)
Denise Bulger
Mother of James Bulger, public advocate for justice
Family of James Bulger
Episode: EP 260 - JAMES BULGER - The Crime That Shook Britain (Part 1 of 2)
Ralph Welch
Teenage witness connected to the crime
Not specified in transcript
Episode: EP 255 - HOT FOR TEACHER (Part 1 of 3) - Teacher Enlists Student Lover to Murder Husband
Georgie Burt
Mother of a victim, interviewed about memorial and community impact
Friends of Coles Beach (mentioned during segment)
Episode: EP 254 - JUMPING CASTLE - School Jumping Castle Tragedy
Henry Lesser
Former prison guard who interviewed Panzram and encouraged him to write
Prison service / interviewer
Episode: EP 253 - JUST BORN BAD - America's Most Infamous Serial Killer
Christopher Boudram
Survivor of the Pariah diving disaster, former LMCS Limited diver
Pariah incident Survivor
Episode: EP 251 - DEEP DIVE - Tapes from the Darkside
Colin Gray
Father of Colt Gray, defendant in the trial
Private citizen
Episode: EP 249 - SINS OF THE FATHER - Father on Trial for Son's Crime

Host

Ana Thomas
Host of Apple for the Teacher; educator and true crime storyteller focused on school-related cases and victim-centered narratives.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 251 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 Zealand4 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
    Australia4 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 States5 years ago

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Listeners praise the host's calm, soothing delivery and victim-focused storytelling.
Some listeners mention formatting or pacing as a minor critique but overall high appreciation for content and empathy.
Audience notes strong production and research, with poignant reflections on victims and communities.

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EP 263 - TEEN SCHOOL SHOOTER - Sentencing Hearing - (Part 2 of 4)
Q: How did the online communications contribute to the case and sentencing?
Discussions with Mandy and others on Discord revealed planning, desire for fame, and a pattern of mimicking the Parkland shooter, which the court treated as a key indicator of premeditated intent and dangerousness.
EP 263 - TEEN SCHOOL SHOOTER - Sentencing Hearing - (Part 2 of 4)
Q: What initial evidence connected the defendant to an obsession with the Parkland shooter?
Investigation showed extensive research, thousands of saved images of the shooter across Discord, phone, and computer, plus jail calls and texts displaying a fixation and attempts to imitate the shooter.
EP 251 - DEEP DIVE - Tapes from the Darkside
Q: Okay, Mr. Boudram, you are an underwater diver. Can you describe what happened after removing the blank and the mechanical plug?
We removed the blank and the mechanical plug in sequence, then the Delta P event struck, pulling us into the pipeline; the GoPro captured the terrifying moment, and we had to improvise to survive, including forming a human chain and sharing air tanks as we progressed.
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.

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A true crime show focused on stories within the school system and related environments, told from the perspective of a teacher-host. Episodes center on victims, families, and the broader impact on schools, often highlighting safety, policy, and community resilience over sensationalism. The host's grounded, calm narration and emphasis on victims' experiences create a distinct niche that blends education, advocacy, and crime storytelling. Notable strengths include victim-centric narratives, careful handling of sensitive topics, and a consistently calm storytelling voice that appeals to listeners seeking thoughtful true crime content beyond famous cases.

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Apple for the Teacher launched 7 years ago and published 292 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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Recent guests on Apple for the Teacher include:

1. Colt Grey
2. Denise Fergus
3. Ralph Bulger
4. Denise Bulger
5. Ralph Welch
6. Georgie Burt
7. Henry Lesser
8. Christopher Boudram

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