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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
Munchausen Syndrome
Hope Ybarra
Andrea Dunlop
Parents' Rights Movement
Child Welfare System

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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In this episode, Dr. Sally Smith is back on the mic to share her reaction to the recent appellate ruling that overturned the massive judgment against Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in the Maya Kowalski case. She talks about what the decision m... more

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In 1965, a teenager killed a gas-station clerk near Mankato and was sentenced to forty years. He served five.

Decades later, Dakota Spotlight retraces his path — from prison to parole, from ... more

In light of the overturned ruling of Kowalski v Johns Hopkins and Serial’s The Preventionist, we’re reairing an episode from our Kowalski season in which Andrea dives into the complexities around reporting child abuse suspicions.

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With the jury'... more

In the second part of Andrea’s rebuttal to The Preventionist, Serial Productions’ podcast on child abuse pediatrician Dr. Debra Jenssen, she speaks with Dr. Jim Hamilton, a leading expert on Munchausen by proxy. They break down how prevalence statist... more

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Recent Guests

Detective Melissa Kalish
Lead detective on the Olivia Gant case
Douglas County Sheriff's Office
Episode: Case Files 25: Olivia Gant Part 1
Mike Weber
Beloved contributor and Detective
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Episode: Introducing: PRETEND
Alicia Lockhart
Key figure in the death fetish videos related investigation
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Episode: Introducing: PRETEND
LaDonna Humphrey
True crime creator focused on the Melissa Witt case
Episode: Introducing: PRETEND
James Wolner
Producer of Dakota Spotlight, a podcast focused on true crime and investigative reporting
Dakota Spotlight
Episode: True Story Media Presents: Dakota Spotlight
Sarah Treleaven
Journalist and podcaster known for her work on Munchausen cases
CBC, BBC
Episode: Case Files 24: Women Who Lead Double Lives with Sarah Treleaven
Meredith Anderson
Television journalist who accompanied Andrea for interviews
Episode: S06 E08: May He Rest
Dr. Bea Yorker
Expert in the field of child abuse and Munchausen by Proxy
American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children
Episode: S06 E03: “Open, Reliable, and Trustworthy”
Lisa McDaniel
Director of Patient Advocacy at the Guthrie Jackson Foundation, chronicled as a seemingly selfless caregiver in media.
Guthrie Jackson Foundation
Episode: S06 E02: “How Could Someone Do That to a Child?”

Host

Andrea Dunlop
Writer, host, and executive producer of the podcast, deeply engaged in the exploration of Munchausen by Proxy and its effects on families.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 5.5k ratings
  • The ads are a big fat NO for me.

    Good storytelling but when you make money for ads telling people what kind of abortion to select, I’m done. Plenty of other content from which to choose.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JJSinClt
    United States17 days ago
  • Tone down the politics!

    I’ve been a listener since the beginning, but I’m on the verge of unfollowing due to all the political commentary and sickening ads. What do these have to do with the subject of MPB? If I wanted to hear political discussions I would tune into one of those shows…BTW, our medical system is the best in the world. Tort reform would make it even better. Stop blabbering about the “messed up medical system”. (And no, I’m not in the medical field.)

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    UniversalGlue
    United States18 days ago
  • Missed the mark

    Had to update my review from 5 stars to 1 and will be unfollowing.

    Just because the focus of this show is MBP doesn’t mean that EVERYTHING is MBP. Children get hurt. Children are born with health issues that can cause brittle bones, excessive bruising, etc. To have episodes ripping down ‘The Preventionist’ is insane. Children can have health issues that aren’t due to their parents causing them harm. I’m shocked Andrea didn’t trash the parents who were the discussion of Breakdown szn 11. Just be... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rose-David
    United States20 days ago
  • Don’t defend the indefensible

    I listened to your re-release of the interview with Feldman on Lehigh Valley and I listened to Serial’s “The Preventionist.” Your doubling down and digging in are undermining your credibility. I absolutely agree that most of the cases you profile — and you do so in a compelling way — involve MCA/MBP. It’s also clear to me that there are zealot CAPs like Jensen out there that have wreaked havoc on families and communities in which they operate with little check on their power. The proof to me is ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Anonny475
    United States22 days ago
  • Get over yourselves

    The podcast is good but ICE is enforcing our laws. So stop being ridiculous.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #truthseeker
    United States23 days ago

Listeners Say

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Praise for the empathetic storytelling and in-depth research regarding sensitive subjects.
Critiques often revolve around the perceived political biases introduced into the discussions, potentially alienating some listeners.
Listeners commend the focus on advocacy and awareness, shedding light on complex topics around abuse.

Chart Rankings

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#92
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#105
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#172
United Kingdom/True Crime
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#123
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#239
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#65
Finland/True Crime

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Dr. Jessica Pryce on the Harms of the Child Welfare System
Q: What do you want parents to know if they are dealing with the system?
Parents need to assert their rights and seek legal advice if they are confronted by child protective services to ensure their voices are heard.
Introducing: Fruitloops
Q: What might have made these two cousins snap?
The hosts discuss the girls' difficult upbringing and societal pressures as major factors influencing their actions.
True Story Media Presents: Fruitloops
Q: How did the two of you meet and how did you end up deciding to start a true crime podcast?
We met at work and discovered our mutual love for true crime, which led us to start our own podcast focusing on cases that don't often get coverage.
True Story Media Presents: Dakota Spotlight
Q: How do you navigate ethical considerations in your reporting?
James emphasized the importance of understanding the broader impact of reporting on real people and the community.
True Story Media Presents: Dakota Spotlight
Q: Can you talk us a little bit through the process of becoming a journalist?
James shared his journey from being a casual podcaster to realizing he was indeed a journalist when he was approached by a major company to produce his podcast.

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This podcast takes a deep dive into the harrowing world of Munchausen by Proxy abuse, primarily through the emotional journey of its host, who seeks to understand the devastating impact of such trauma on families. Each season explores a specific case, featuring insights from a variety of experts, including medical professionals, law enforcement, and those personally affected. The stories told not only reveal the complexities of psychological manipulation but also highlight the systemic failures that allow such abuse to flourish. Through compelling narratives and interviews, listeners are invited to reflect on the nature of trust, betrayal, and the urgent need for awareness surrounding this taboo subject.

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3. Alicia Lockhart
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5. James Wolner
6. Sarah Treleaven
7. Meredith Anderson
8. Dr. Bea Yorker

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