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Deep Cover Presents: Snowball

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Deep Cover is a show about people who lead double lives. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Jake Halpern reveals webs of deception and dark underworlds, through interviews with federal agents and convicted criminals.

Deep Cover Presents: Snowball. A special limited series from the Unravel Podcast team at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Ollie Wards' family lost everything after their brus... more

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Recent Guests

Ollie Ward
Family member investigating the fraudulent activities of Leslie Minouchian
Episode: Snowball - Episode 2: The Great Houdini
Ollie Wards
Investigative narrator and brother trying to uncover the truth about Lezlie Manukian
Unravel Podcast
Episode: Snowball - Episode 1: The Girl With the Dragonfly Tattoo
Kathy Soref
One of George Santos's donors who expresses shock and discusses issues regarding Santos's commutation.
Episode: Episode 5: Santos Released From Prison
Mark Gasanov
Author of 'The Fabulous,' a biography on George Santos.
Episode: Episode 5: Santos Released From Prison
Beryl Howell
Federal prosecutor involved in the case
Episode: Introducing The Chinatown Sting: Lucky Bird
Rosemarie Coffee
Community support specialist who worked with Sarah Kavanaugh
Episode: Rosemarie’s Story
Sarah Kavanaugh
A decorated veteran who faked having cancer and committed fraud against fellow veterans
Episode: Episode 6: The Defendant
Nicole Cavanaugh
Wife of Sarah Cavanaugh, shares her perspective on the deceptive life of her partner.
Episode: Episode 5: The Wife
Sarah Cavanaugh
Decorated Marine veteran whose life and deceptions form the crux of the episode's narrative.
Episode: Episode 1: The Warrior

Hosts

Jake Halpern
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist known for his investigative storytelling, host of the show, and co-host of multiple seasons. He explores themes of deception and dual identities.
Jess McHugh
Acclaimed investigative journalist and co-host, known for insightful storytelling and in-depth interview techniques that unravel complex narratives.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 5.5k ratings
  • Season 2

    Seasons 1 and 2 were fascinating. Some of the other seasons, particularly 5, are not as interesting or thorough in their presentation.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    PodcastListener-2020
    United Statesa month ago
  • So compelling

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Travis
    a month ago
  • Podcast Perfection

    Jake Halpern is a master storyteller and this podcast is the gold standard for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alittlechaos
    United Statesa month ago
  • Good pod

    This podcast is fascinating, but having what felt like a third of the total run time being ads made me stop listening

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    DelilahRadio
    United Statesa month ago
  • The George Santos season is boring

    So dragged out. Really only one episode of content yet stretched to cover multiple unbearable episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    frissjan
    United Statesa month ago

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Listeners appreciate the in-depth storytelling and investigative approach, often noting the engaging narratives and emotional depth.
There are critiques surrounding the frequency of advertisements disrupting the flow of the content, which some find detracts from the overall experience.
Many highlight the hosts' ability to humanize complex stories, providing a balance between factual reporting and emotional resonance.

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Apple Podcasts
#69
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#53
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#76
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#78
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#120
Italy/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#178
Germany/True Crime

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Rosemarie’s Story
Q: What was your first reaction to the news about Sarah's deception?
Rosemarie felt disbelief and empathy, questioning why people would hurt Sarah.
Rosemarie’s Story
Q: Did you know whether Sarah had a job?
Rosemarie had no idea Sarah worked as a social worker at the VA, despite taking her there occasionally.
Episode 1: The Warrior
Q: What do you remember about your first impressions of Sarah?
Dex liked Sarah for her humility and dedication to the retreat's ethos of strength building, and found her impressive for enduring significant physical challenges despite her leg injury.
Episode 1: The Warrior
Q: What do you want to accomplish by sharing your story with us?
Sarah wants to understand the biases that may influence conversations surrounding her actions and to express her recognition of wrongdoing before her arrest.
Camouflage Bias: Part 3
Q: What was Ronnie thinking about when he received the news of his release?
Ronnie was overwhelmed and reflective, feeling peace and quiet for the first time after being incarcerated for so long.

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A captivating exploration of deceit and dual identities unfolds through meticulously investigated stories of individuals leading double lives. The podcast is anchored by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Jake Halpern and investigative journalist Jess McHugh, who engage listeners with narratives that unravel complex webs of lies, often entangled with dark underworlds and the lives affected by them. Each season is a deep dive into a compelling case, ranging from the deception of a decorated war veteran to a high-profile public figure, presenting a panoramic view of betrayal, truth, and the human experience caught in the midst of chaos.

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1. Ollie Ward
2. Ollie Wards
3. Kathy Soref
4. Mark Gasanov
5. Beryl Howell
6. Rosemarie Coffee
7. Sarah Kavanaugh
8. Nicole Cavanaugh

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