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In The Dark

The New Yorker
Haditha
War Crimes
Iraq War
US Marines
Marine Corps
The New Yorker
Haditha Killings
Dubai
Latifa Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Iraq
Military Justice System
Princess Latifa Al-Baktoum
Military Accountability
U.S. Marines
NCIS
Investigative Journalism
Khaled Jamal
Stephen Tatum
PTSD
Princess Latifa

In the Dark, hosted by Madeleine Baran, is an award-winning investigative-journalism podcast that started in 2016. Its first season looked at the mysterious abduction of Jacob Wetterling in rural Minnesota and the lack of accountability that sheriffs face when they fail to solve cases. Season 2 examined the case of Curtis Flowers, who was tried six times for the same crime. In 2020, In the Dark re... more

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A puzzling clue leads Heidi to a new witness. His story about a phone call made from inside Whitehouse Farm on the morning of the crime threatens the entire case against Jeremy Bamber.

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A bloody Bible, propped at an unlikely angle. A manor, locked from the inside. And a silencer, hidden under the stairs, and daubed with blood. Heidi digs into the evidence and uncovers shocking flaws.

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One day, Heidi gets a call from Wakefield Prison, where Jeremy Bamber remains locked up, forty years after the murders. He’s one of the nation’s most reviled villains. But he insists he’s innocent.

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Heidi visits an unlikely group of detectives: the victims’ extended family. Their sleuthing upended the police’s original theory of the case.

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Recent Guests

Curtis Flowers
A man wrongfully convicted who spent 23 years on death row and was exonerated.
Episode: Season 2 Update: Five Years Later
Sam Wolson
Interactive Visual Features Editor at The New Yorker
The New Yorker
Episode: Season 3 Bonus: “Cleared by Fire”
Najla Abdel Razak Hamad
Witness from Haditha who recounts events of the killings
Episode: Season 3, Episode 5: Four Brothers
Ihab Ayed Turki
Witness from Haditha who recounts events of the killings
Episode: Season 3, Episode 5: Four Brothers
Khaled Jamal
Son of a victim, recounts his experiences and search for truth
Episode: Season 3, Episode 5: Four Brothers
Frank Wuterich
Sergeant involved in the Haditha incident
U.S. Marines
Episode: Season 3, Episode 3: Sounds Like Murder
Heidi Blake
A journalist and colleague at The New Yorker
The New Yorker
Episode: Trailer: The Runaway Princesses

Host

Madeleine Baran
Host of In The Dark, known for her investigative journalism and thought-provoking storytelling.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 36.6k ratings
  • Awful

    Cannot believe this podcaster is a journalist- unless you include tabloid journalists. Bamber has relentlessly appealed and courted every kind of publicity possible over the years. The podcaster transparently excuses everything he did and said and at the same time casts doubt on the evidence used against him. Could not bear to listen beyond the 2nd episode because it was so clearly not neutral. Clearly made for money pure and simple. Bamber is viewed as a monster because he murdered his whole f... more

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    1
    Dangerous EE
    United Kingdom3 days ago
  • Garbage

    Who in their right mind would support the NY times after the article claiming “women have ruined the workplace”. No one should support this misogynist institution.

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    nbhanson
    Canada3 days ago
  • More New York Post than New Yorker

    There are legitimate questions around Jeremy Bamber’s conviction. But the bias in the narrative, from the get go with the “In The Dark” series, makes it a very difficult listen at times and smacks of poor agenda driven journalism. If this podcast was a ship it wouldn’t even make it out of the harbour, it’s so unbalanced.

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    3
    surrey_scouse
    United Kingdom3 days ago
  • Extraordinary

    I’m a latecomer, but the two seasons of this podcast that I’ve listened to so far have made me realize the profound potential of podcast programs. These people are doing the kind of investigative journalism that literally changes lives for people who have been so utterly failed by our broken criminal justice systems. I am beyond moved by their tireless work and exhaustive attention to all the details in these cases. May we all have this kind of compassion for others.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    danielle_quenell
    United States4 days ago
  • Incredible

    My phone is not that recent so I am unable to subscribe otherwise I would do so without hesitation. The work that is being done here is so beautiful and incredible. I am enthralled by your tenacity and persistence with each story I am able to listen to without subscription. Please believe me if I could subscribe if I could. Well done to your talent and dedication to the truth and truly beautiful storytelling.

    Apple Podcasts
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    contempt of justice
    Australia4 days ago

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Powerful investigative journalism that evokes emotional reactions and deep reflections on society's failures.

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#60
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#10
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#16
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#5
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#6
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Season 2 Update: Five Years Later
Q: How do you rebuild a life after all that?
Curtis reflects on the challenges of living in a place where many still perceive him as guilty, while taking on the immense responsibility of caring for his father who suffers from severe health issues.
Season 3, Episode 3: Sounds Like Murder
Q: Did you think that a war crime had been committed?
I don't have any opinion on that.

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The podcast focuses on deep investigative journalism, exploring profound social issues and legal failures primarily through the lens of true crime. Over its seasons, it has tackled high-profile cases such as the abduction of Jacob Wetterling and the wrongful conviction of Curtis Flowers, shedding light on systemic injustices within the American legal system. Unique in its approach, the series combines personal narratives with broader societal implications, making each episode not only a case study but also a commentary on how social structures contribute to crime and injustice. The storytelling is compelling, often leading listeners to reflect critically on the themes of accountability, race, and systemic failures.

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In The Dark launched 9 years ago and published 70 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 In The Dark include:

1. Curtis Flowers
2. Sam Wolson
3. Najla Abdel Razak Hamad
4. Ihab Ayed Turki
5. Khaled Jamal
6. Frank Wuterich
7. Heidi Blake

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