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Real Crime with Adam Shand

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Victoria Police
Australia
Domestic Violence
Melbourne
Erin Patterson
Mental Health
Beaumont Children
Cheryl Grimmer
Crime Investigation
Child Sexual Assault
Iboga
Melbourne Airport Robbery
Bertram Douglas Kidd
Trauma
New South Wales
Ivan Milat
Shirley Collins
Gambling Addiction
Circumstantial Evidence
John Furlan

Join investigative journalist Adam Shand each week as he takes you into his world of real crime, honed from forty years of covering Australia's biggest law and order stories. These are the firsthand stories of the cops, robbers, and victims who lived them.

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DNA evidence has been called the gold standard of forensic science — but is the justice system placing too much faith in it?

Adam Shand speaks with Jae Gerhard, one of Australia's leading independent forensic scientists, about the hidden limitation... more

Graeme Alford had it all mapped out: a criminal law practice in Melbourne, the trust of the underworld, and a fast-track to the top. Then the drinking and gambling caught up with him. He raided his client trust fund, did time in Pentridge and on rele... more

Four Australian women, known as the ISIS Brides, returned home from Syria in May this year. Two were charged with crimes against humanity and slavery offences allegedly committed overseas. A third faced terrorism-related charges. And yet another 20 o... more

When Doug Morgan first sat down with Adam Shand, the plan was simple: get both twins on the record, tell the full story of Victoria's After Dark Bandits, and move on. Nearly a year later, Adam is back with Doug for one final conversation — and this t... more

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Recent Guests

Tanguy Mwilambwe
Lawyer
Sambi Legal
Episode: Equal Before the Law: The ISIS Brides Dilemma | Tanguy Mwilambwe
Tony Taouk
Sydney-based lawyer
Magna Carta Lawyers
Episode: Fog of War: Breaker Morant's Shadow | Tony Taouk
Stuart Grimley
Victoria Police officer and political candidate; founder of Frontline Workers Party
Frontline Workers Party
Episode: Frontline to Front Bench: The Officer Who Ran for Office | Stuart Grimley
Seb Costello
News breaker and world shaker for Herald Sun
Herald Sun
Episode: The Ghost: Melbourne's Hospitality Crime War | Seb Costello
Chris Vedelago
Walkley Award-winning journalist, The Age
The Age
Episode: The Tobacco War: Australia's Billion-Dollar Black Market | Chris Vedelago
Ron Isherwood
Former member of the Painters and Dockers Union, crime figure turned recovery advocate
Recovery advocacy, former criminal networks
Episode: The Prince of the Painters and Dockers Union | Ron Isherwood
Sam Jones
Founder of Unbreakable Spirit Co.; former outlaw biker
Unbreakable Spirit Co.
Episode: The Unbreakable Road Back | Sam Jones
Philip Dunn KC
Renowned defence barrister
King's Counsel, Australia
Episode: Beyond Reasonable Doubt: The Ben Roberts-Smith Case | Philip Dunn KC
Peter Morgan
Protagonist of the After Dark Bandit story; twin of Douglas Morgan
After Dark Bandit case
Episode: The After Dark Bandits: The Morgan Twins [Part Two] | Peter Morgan

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Adam Shand
Host of Real Crime with Adam Shand

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
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#116
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#203
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Fog of War: Breaker Morant's Shadow | Tony Taouk
Q: Why is the Office of the Special Investigator significant in the Roberts-Smith case, and how does civilian oversight change the dynamic of war-crimes prosecutions?
It marks a policy shift to civilian criminal accountability for serious allegations, potentially lowering the standard of proof and enabling years-later prosecutions in a civilian court rather than a military tribunal, reflecting public outcry and the desire for independent accountability.
Fog of War: Breaker Morant's Shadow | Tony Taouk
Q: I've got a time machine. What would your advice be to Thomas defending Morant if you could go back to that moment?
Push for more disclosure, subpoena key authorities for all relevant information, ensure time to prepare, and demand higher forensic standards and stronger procedural protections; even with those steps, the outcome might not change, but it would alter the fairness and transparency of the process.
The Ghost: Melbourne's Hospitality Crime War | Seb Costello
Q: Adam inquires about the challenges of interviewing alleged perpetrators or organizers from overseas.
Seb emphasizes verifying identities, considering the feasibility of extradition or international cooperation, and avoiding sensationalism while pursuing the truth.
The Ghost: Melbourne's Hospitality Crime War | Seb Costello
Q: Adam asks about the role of media outlets and the risk of aiding the criminals' PR through coverage.
Seb argues responsible journalism can deter crime by informing the public and pressuring authorities, while maintaining editor-approved scrutiny and source protection.
The Ghost: Melbourne's Hospitality Crime War | Seb Costello
Q: Adam Shand asks Seb Costello how he maintains safety and credibility while reporting on threats from the Cartel.
Seb explains he balances verification with caution, runs tips past police and editors, and prioritizes accuracy and responsibility, even when sources fear reprisals.

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Consistently grounded in deep-dive crime reporting, this program centers on first-hand accounts from victims' families, survivors, investigators, and journalists. Episodes frequently explore cold cases, police procedures, investigative missteps, and the human impact of violent crime across Australia. A standout is the willingness to air long-form conversations that weigh evidence, memory, and systemic issues, often linking historical cases to contemporary debates around policing, justice, and accountability. The show's distinctive edge lies in its blend of archival context, personal testimony, and critical questions about how investigations unfold and how public memory is shaped by media and advocacy.

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