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Carrie Jade Does Not Exist

Always True Crime
Carrie Jade Williams
Samantha Cookes
Mental Health
Welfare Fraud
Lucy Fitzwilliam
Fraud
Child Therapy
Huntington's Disease
Claudia Lawrence
Rett Syndrome
Domestic Violence
Lapland
Glengary
Carrie Jade
Identity
Legal System In Ireland
True Crime
Ireland
Carrie
College Experience

Carrie Jade Does Not Exist is the story of how one woman, who took on over six different identities, infiltrated the lives of vulnerable people, and lied her way into gaining their trust. This series hosted by Sue Perkins and journalist Katherine Denkinson tells the story of how Carrie built up a picture-perfect persona and scammed her way into the literary world until she finally got tangled up i... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes15Founded3 years ago
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True CrimeDocumentarySociety & Culture

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Sue Perkins
Host of Carrie Jade Does Not Exist
Katherine Denkinson
Co-host of Carrie Jade Does Not Exist

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • Good but some bad bits

    Kathrine basically is the main host and sue is interrupting her and I don’t tolerate that because I don’t like having people interrupting me or anyone else and I know other people agree apart from that the show is very good I have recently found it and I can’t stop listening to it and I like it and sue is repeating what we just heard I understand people don’t hear things straight away but I’d like to understand why sue is either comitating or interrupting

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    headcrewmate
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Great

    Sensitively handled and interesting. The only thing I struggled with was the overuse of the word, ‘absolutely’, just a verbal idiosyncrasy of the journalist but once noticed, could not be unnoticed!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Rebececca
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Holy smokes!

    These storytellers do a great job of bringing you the facts while keeping the humanity at the front of this story. The story itself is a great reminder to be generous of spirit, but keep a close eye on the safety of your family and your bank account!

    Audible
    5
    Sarah Rice
    United States7 months ago
  • A mess

    Doesn’t know what it’s trying to say. Lurches from ‘this poor woman is clearly mentally ill’ (despite having no input from anyone qualified to comment on that) to ‘gasp! This monster is preying on society’s most vulnerable’. Not sure what Sue P adds, except unconvincing repetition of ‘and I’m not judging…’. Weirdly long section on the Irish justice and penal systems. Thorough journalism brought down by tabloid-style OMGs every two minutes.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    kjhKJG
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Really well done

    I’ve listened to two podcast series about this case, and by far, this is more balanced and thoughtful. (Also, Sue Perkins is always amazing!)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PenguinsInSuits
    United Kingdom10 months ago

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#128
United Kingdom/True Crime
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#152
Ireland/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#211
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#42
Ireland/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#57
Brazil/True Crime
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#133
New Zealand/True Crime

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The Activist
Q: So Katherine, first of all, tell me about the video that Carrie Jade Williams posted, the one that caught your attention?
Katherine describes a TikTok video where Carrie explained her conflict with AirBnB guests who accused her of traumatizing them for being disabled and using her accessible doorbell.
The Therapist
Q: How's this woman paying for all this and why?
Lucy claimed the trip to Lapland was being partially funded by her church.
The Therapist
Q: So what happened when Lucy, who's obviously new to town, gets to know Lynn's family better?
Lucy discovered that Lynn's youngest daughter has Rett syndrome, and offered her services as a carer.
Sadie
Q: What can people do to protect themselves when hiring someone new to work with their children?
Ask for references and background checks, and be cautious about unverifiable claims such as those made by Sadie, who claimed to work under non-disclosure agreements.

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The content explores the multifaceted story of a woman who adopted multiple identities to deceive and manipulate those around her, leading to significant ramifications for her victims. The discussions are intricately tied to themes of fraud, mental health, identity deception, and the legal system, particularly focusing on cases that reveal the vulnerabilities of communities. With a storytelling approach that blends elements of true crime and documentary, the series examines the psychological complexities of both the perpetrator and the impacted individuals, providing insights into the consequences of deceit and the societal implications of identity fraud. The engaging dynamic between the hosts adds depth and nuance to the unfolding narrativ... more

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