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Chasing Ghosts

NZ Herald
Natalia Burgess
Catfishing
Donald Fraser
New Zealand
Online Identity Theft
Mental Health
Crystal Jenner
Racecourse Hotel
NZ Herald
Paulina Hanna
Philip Polkinghorne
Auckland
The Front Page Podcast
Legal Issues
Facebook
Murder At the Racecourse Hotel
Elizabeth Fraser
Mr Asia Syndicate
Christchurch
Suicide

Chasing Ghosts is a NZ Herald true crime series, looking at some of the most notable cases from our past. In the new season, The Puppeteer, David Fisher re-investigates the case of a serial catfisher he exposed in 2011, after discovering there is more to the story.

In the original Chasing Ghosts, Anna Leask looks into the disappearance of Amber-Lee Cruickshank, one of New Zealand's most baffling ... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes25Founded8 years ago
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True Crime

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40 years ago, two bombs went off in Auckland's harbour when French agents targeted a Greenpeace ship. It was meant to be a warning against anti-nuclear protests, but the death of a photographer on board sparked a major police and political response. ... more

In the 1970s, the Mr Asia drug syndicate was one of the largest sellers of heroin in the world. The group began in New Zealand, with two men at its centre: Marty Johnstone and Terry Clark.

As the syndicate spread around the world, for a few years, ... more

For the first time in 13 years, David Fisher sits down with Natalia Burgess to talk about her catfishing. While he gains new insight into her life, how she operates her false characters, and her reasons for doing it, something's missing. And then an ... more

Warning: This episode contains discussion around suicide.

In 2011, after outing her for her catfishing, David Fisher sat down with Natalia Burgess for an interview about why she had done what she had.

13 years later, David revisits that interview... more

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Recent Guests

Crystal Jenner
Victim of Natalia Burgess’s catfishing who has been impacted significantly
Episode: Episode 2: Sorry's Just A Word
Lucille Jenner
Mother of Crystal Jenner, providing insights on the emotional impact on her daughter.
Episode: Episode 2: Sorry's Just A Word
Sophie Jarrett
Victim whose images were used by Natalia, sharing her experiences.
Episode: Episode 2: Sorry's Just A Word
Jaden Moran
A victim of Natalia who shared his experience of being catfished.
Episode: Episode 2: Sorry's Just A Word
Natalia Burgess
Perpetrator of catfishing crimes discussed throughout the episode.
Episode: Episode 2: Sorry's Just A Word

Host

David Fisher
Host and investigative journalist at NZ Herald, focusing on true crime narratives and in-depth investigations.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 358 ratings
  • And her parents?

    I thought the podcast was really interesting. Did you try to get to Natalia’s family? Surely her adoptive family would have something to say. I hear what you say about mental illness. But her victims have my sympathy. Not Natalia

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Kiwi den
    Australiaa year ago
  • Well done

    Could stop listening, loved it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rickbopnz
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Good overall

    I was listening to the murder in the racecourse hotel season. It was a good overall podcast but at some points i felt like the host was just droning on.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Olives15
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Terrible

    Interviewing in Scott Watson episode is cringe worthy. Asking a mother why she doesn’t talk to the family of the man that murdered her son”? Asking persistently and pointlessly about Scott’s girlfriend? Bizarre. Weird. Pointless.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kiwi in Taiwan
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Good podcast. Terrible Host

    Listened to the Murder in the Sounds episodes and so only have those episodes as context.

    Very interesting tale and the potential for great content unfortunately completely ruined by Carolyne Men-Nee and her intrusive, insensitive and crass interviews with the key people. Why they chose to talk to her I don’t know.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    PramAdrock
    New Zealand2 years ago

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Overall, the podcast garners positive feedback for its handling of difficult subjects and its ability to prompt reflection on deeper societal issues.
There are mixed feelings toward the host's interviewing style, with some finding it intrusive while others commend its sensitivity.
Listeners appreciate the investigative depth and emotional storytelling, often finding it gripped and compelling.
Many praise the quality of journalism and the respectful presentation of sensitive topics.

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Apple Podcasts
#114
New Zealand/True Crime

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Episode 5: Unmasking The Puppeteer
Q: What is it that led you to sit down with me today?
I just think it's time for me to address my actions and I've needed to talk to someone about it.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chasing Ghosts

What is Chasing Ghosts about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on notable true crime cases from New Zealand's history, the series tackles complex narratives involving disappearances, murders, and psychological manipulation. Episodes recount dramatic stories such as the mysterious healing of Amber-Lee Cruickshank and the emotional toll of online deception from serial catfisher Natalia Burgess. The investigative nature of the series offers listeners insights into cases that have haunted communities, skillfully blending storytelling with journalistic rigor, making it a compelling listen for true crime enthusiasts. This podcast is distinguished by its deep dives into both well-known and lesser-known cases, fostering a connection between the past and contemporary societal issues related to crime an... more

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2. Lucille Jenner
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4. Jaden Moran
5. Natalia Burgess

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