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Nobody Should Believe Me

True Story Media
Munchausen By Proxy
Child Abuse
Medical Child Abuse
Maya Kowalski
Dr. Sally Smith
Take Care Of Maya
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
Mental Health
CRPS
Kowalski V. Johns Hopkins All Children
Kowalski Case
Ethen Shapiro
Tarrant County
Ketamine
Child Medical Abuse
Hope Ybarra
Munchausen Syndrome
Andrea Dunlop
Child Welfare System
Parents' Rights Movement

Author Andrea Dunlop is looking for answers. When her older sister was first investigated for Munchausen by Proxy abuse more than a decade ago, it tore her family apart. This catastrophic series of events sent Dunlop on a journey to understand this most taboo form of abuse. In this groundbreaking podcast, she talks to some of the top experts in the world to explore the criminology and psychopathol... more

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Latest Episodes

Season 7 of the groundbreaking true crime podcast Nobody Should Believe Me investigates why so many Americans believe doctors are “medically kidnapping” children from innocent parents.

Florida man John Stewart insists he was falsely accused of the m... more

In this final recap episode, we revisit the final months of Maya Kowalski’s sheltering at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital and the tragic events that followed. While the dependency case and abuse investigation continued, tensions within the Kowa... more

In the third part of our Kowalski recap, Andrea walks through the events that led to Maya’s hospitalization and what hospital staff observed in those first days. As doctors quickly became concerned about both Maya’s condition and the unusual treatmen... more

In this episode, Andrea sheds light on the disconnect between the narrative presented publicly vs the medical records and trial testimony. She traces how ketamine became the driving force in Maya Kowalski’s treatment from Dr. Anthony Kirkpatrick. Wha... more

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Recent Guests

Caitlin Keating
Documentary filmmaker (Netflix film on the Kowalski case)
Netflix, Keating Film
Episode: Revisiting Kowalski Part Four: The Aftermath
Gregory Anderson
Attorney for Jack Kowalski and Beata's family in the case
Law firm (Anderson)
Episode: Revisiting Kowalski Part Four: The Aftermath
Jack Kowalski
Beata's husband, father of Maya and Kyle
Kowalski family
Episode: Revisiting Kowalski Part Four: The Aftermath
Peter Kowalski
Beata's brother
Kowalski family
Episode: Revisiting Kowalski Part Four: The Aftermath
Dr. Pradeep Chopra
Independent expert who evaluated Maya
Chopra Clinic
Episode: Revisiting Kowalski Part Four: The Aftermath
Dr. James Lewis
Clinical neuropsychologist who evaluated Maya
Independent contractor for child protection team
Episode: Revisiting Kowalski Part Three: The Breaking Point
Dr. Lizjelija Santana-Rojas
Pediatric pain specialist from Nemours
Nemours
Episode: Revisiting Kowalski Part Three: The Breaking Point
Deborah Salisbury
Attorney who represented Jack Kowalski
Attorney
Episode: Revisiting Kowalski Part Three: The Breaking Point
Kate Helen Downey
Host of the podcast Cramped! and producer for various other podcasts
Episode: Cramped! With Kate Downey

Host

Andrea Dunlop
Host and producer focused on uncovering narratives surrounding the complexities of Munchausen by Proxy abuse through interviews and expert discussions.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 6k ratings
  • Listen for yourself

    It’s very easy to make a blanket statement in a review and pretend you’re standing on righteous ground . Listen for yourself and beware the pitfall of a binary choice. Life is always more nuanced. People are always more nuanced. I came across munchausen as a new nurse 25 years ago. This podcast has been informative and edifying. This is not a political issue. It’s a healthcare issue. I invite you to listen with an open mind.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    runKB
    United States14 days ago
  • Great topic well researched

    Listened for a while and enjoyed the well produced podcast, but when you brought your political beliefs in, I was done.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Sue Lew
    United States15 days ago
  • Really, really good

    This podcast is heart wrenching and is so so important. Andrea is a really great journalist and partner to her guests. Season 6 is game changing - Mishelle is so so brave and Lisa McDaniel, her mother, must be held accountable. This podcast highlights how easy it is to sweep Munchausens under the rug - these perpetrators by nature are expert manipulators. Thank you Andrea for getting these conversations out in the open - let’s start protecting our kids.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Greta Reed
    United States17 days ago
  • Great podcast but still gave ads after subscribing

    This is a well done, interesting, well researched and engaging podcast however it is INFURIATING that I paid to subscribe for ad-free listening and I AM STILL GETTING ADS! Unless there is something I’m missing? I am going to contact Apple for a refund.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Amy5005
    Canada17 days ago
  • Wonderful. Listen to everything.

    Thank you for protecting kids with this podcast. Truly. Everyone’s always screaming save the children - this is one of the few shows actually trying.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DLDC1313
    United States17 days ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The podcast is noted for its emotional depth and the careful consideration of complex issues related to healthcare and abuse, though some reviewers feel certain episodes lack thoroughness in research.
Critiques often focus on perceived bias in narratives and concerns over how certain stories are presented, particularly regarding respect for victims.
Listeners appreciate the deep research and personal storytelling that amplify overlooked voices in discussions about abuse.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#138
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#95
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#178
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#149
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#62
Finland/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#122
Brazil/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Revisiting Kowalski Part Four: The Aftermath
Q: What happened the night Beata disappeared and the morning after?
Beata disappeared on the evening of January 6, 2017, her husband Jack Kowalski reported concerns about a missing firearm, and Beata returned around 12:30 a.m. after which final events led to her death by suicide, deeply affecting Maya and Kyle.
Gypsy-Rose Blanchard Part 2
Q: What has it been like for you, as you sort of like charmingly put it, perhaps some mommy issues, becoming a new mom?
It was unexpected, but it changed my life for the better, making me realize my responsibilities and wanting to be the best version of myself for my daughter.
Gypsy-Rose Blanchard Part 2
Q: What advice do you have for family members looking to reconnect with survivors?
I would say take a calm approach and have that hope for a genuine relationship over time, allowing for trust to build.
The Lisa Campbell Goins Case with Mike Weber
Q: What were the main findings during the investigation?
The investigation uncovered evidence of poisoning through mean green degreaser and serious health neglect, culminating in allegations of Munchausen by Proxy.
The Lisa Campbell Goins Case with Mike Weber
Q: Can you explain who Lisa Campbell Goins is and the family dynamics involved?
Lisa Campbell Goins is a 57-year-old grandmother from Texas, caring for her granddaughter due to the parents' narcotic-related issues. The child faced severe health complications under her care.

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2. Gregory Anderson
3. Jack Kowalski
4. Peter Kowalski
5. Dr. Pradeep Chopra
6. Dr. James Lewis
7. Dr. Lizjelija Santana-Rojas
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