Shandee's Story
The AustralianShandee Blackburn was brutally murdered as she walked home from work - but this cold-case can still be solved. Gold Walkley-winning journalist Hedley Thomas - who created The Teacher’s Pet and The Night Driver - goes deep to find out who killed Shandee, and why.
Episodes of the podcast first, plus exclusive stories, videos, pictures and extraordinary evidence are available with a subscription th... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 48 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | True Crime | |||
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A man who was acquitted for rape is facing another trial as prosecutors seek leave to invoke Queensland’s new double jeopardy laws, in a huge development arising from The Australian’s podcast Shandee’s Story. This is “the tip of the iceberg”, says ou... more
It's been four years since Hedley, Dr Kirsty Wright and Vicki and Shannah Blackburn first Zoomed in late 2021 about the forensic testing anomalies in Shandee's case.
In the final episode of Shandee's Legacy for now, the podcast’s focus turns to th... more
The new director of the lab, former NSW Police Force Commissioner Mick Fuller, is tasked with leading the lab out of ruin and transforming it into a world-class facility.
He shares his plans for salvaging the lab with Hedley and explains why he is ... more
The terrible toll for victims affected by the DNA lab’s ongoing failure is laid bare by Magda.
Eighteen months after her alleged rape, the mining site worker is still waiting for the lab to tell her what, if anything, is happening with the forensic ... more
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- Season 1 was fab. Season 2 awful
Season 1 Shandee’s Story could be forgiven for its repetition of information given the subject matter and the outcome. Season 2 Shandee’s Legacy is an indulgent, repetitive, drawn out unnecessarily long and difficult listen. I had to ffwd through endless repetition of things Amanda said or wrote thst I was coming to learn word for word, and audioclips of a scene from Seinfeld, or the Bill Clinton broadway show (or some other such rubbish a line said in court reminded the narrators of). Just summ... more
Apple Podcasts2Kellybee1
United Kingdom3 months ago - Good but repetitive
When you sign on to a Hedley podcast, you know it is going to be extremely detailed and therefore a lengthy affair. His work is remarkable on every level. With this story I did feel like it could have been trimmed down some. I didn’t feel there was a lot of value-add to some of the later episodes. But it’s great how he exposes a larger issue by telling the story of a single injustice.
Apple Podcasts3soul24
United States6 months ago - Why isn’t every Qlder - man, woman and child - marching the streets?
This podcast is incredible for what it’s uncovered that the former Labor govt relentlessly tried to cover up. Fantastic investigative journalism. Disgraceful actions of the Palaszczuk government who created smoke and mirrors for more than a decade and flicked every single victim of crime in Queensland the bird. Makes me feel sick how Queenslanders voted them in and they abused their power to the detriment of us all.
Apple Podcasts5Poolpony
Australia7 months ago - Excellent investigative journalism
What a powerful and effective podcast.
Thank you for pursuing Shandy’s case and the failures of the Queensland Forensic Lab, Hedley - you ( and Kirsty) have really held the government to account, along with the lazy, inept, dishonest public servants who have totally failed Queenslanders, especially victims of crimes.
If only all journalists had such integrity and worked as diligently and thoroughly.
Apple Podcasts5LizAnne SAustralia7 months ago - Why?
Episode 17 why so political Hedley? Big plug for Murdoch & Skynews. I’ve listened to ALL your podcasts you & your team are sublime investigative journalists. Please don’t ruin it by including idiotic Skynews would be journos. You are credible and so skilled.
Apple Podcasts2Jenny from OzAustralia7 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #85 | Australia/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #226 |  Germany/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #58 |  Philippines/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #77 |  Saudi Arabia/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #156 |  Ireland/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #177 |  Belgium/True Crime |
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A hard-hitting, long-form investigative series that examines high-profile criminal cases, forensic science failures, and systemic reform. Listeners gravitate toward meticulous reporting, deep-dive interviews, and accountability-driven storytelling around justice and public institutions. A standout is the thorough exploration of DNA lab mishaps and their impact on real people, with ongoing legal and policy debates driving new inquiries and potential prosecutions. The show's rigorous journalism and willingness to tackle entrenched power are noteworthy, though some episodes and legal sideshifts have drawn criticism for length or balance. This makes it a strong pick for fans of true crime, public affairs, and investigative reporting, especially... more
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Recent guests on Shandee's Story include:
1. Hedley Thomas
2. Mick Fuller
3. Kelly Slater Regan
4. Margaret Yates
5. Shana Blackburn
6. Shanna Blackburn
7. Kirstie Wright
8. Vicki Blackburn
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