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Someone Knows Something

CBC
Christine Harron
Terrie Dauphinais
Anthony Ringel
Angel Carlick
Playa Del Coco
Costa Rica
NXIVM
Allison Mack
Ken Dauphinais
Hanover
Mary Ann Harron
Sue Martin
Pilot Mountain
Yukon
True Crime
CBC
Police Investigation
Ontario Provincial Police
Sean Russworm
Doug Janis

Someone Knows Something is the investigative true crime series by award-winning documentarian David Ridgen. Each season tackles an unsolved case, uncovering details and bringing closure to families.

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Previous seasons: S1: Adrien McNaughton. S2: Sheryl Sheppard. S3: Dee & Moore. S4: Greavette. S5: Kerrie Brown. S6: Donald Izzett Jr.. S7: The Abortion Wars. S8: ... more

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Recent Guests

Frank Evans
Friend of Jackie and Sebastian, owner of Coconuts Bar connections
Coconuts Bar owner
Episode: S10 E5: Historias
Lorraine Fernandes
Co-centered figure in the case; Canadian resident who became involved with Sebastian in Costa Rica
Friend/partner of Sebastian
Episode: S10 E3: Ex-Patriota
Sebastian Fernandes
Partner of Jackie's neighbor; central figure in the investigation and in interviews
Resident of Playa del Coco
Episode: S10 E3: Ex-Patriota
Sebastién Ferland
Partner of Jackie Ferland Smith; central interviewee discussing his side of events
Costa Rica (resident)
Episode: S10 E2: Papier Maché
Sebastien Ferland
Jackie's husband, interviewed about the disappearance
Family of Jackie Ferland-Smith
Episode: S10 E1: Jackie
Krista Marshall
Friend/acquaintance who knew Jackie and participated in the investigation
Costa Rica community member
Episode: S10 E1: Jackie
Colleen Smith
Family member involved in the search
Family of Jackie Ferland-Smith
Episode: S10 E1: Jackie
Gordon Smith
Family member involved in the search
Family of Jackie Ferland-Smith
Episode: S10 E1: Jackie

Host

David Ridgen
Host of the series; renowned documentary filmmaker and investigative journalist known for in-depth true crime storytelling.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 34.4k ratings
  • Felt incomplete

    Not one of the strongest seasons of this show

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    LizeBeGood
    Canada18 days ago
  • Season 10 is well done

    That guy Sebastien is dumb and unlikeable. His voice is like fingernails on a chalkboard. He peppers every sentence with “like,” and he can’t pronounce “th.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dakota58102
    United States24 days ago
  • Seriously?

    Disappointed

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Tcrimeexp
    United States25 days ago
  • Casta rica

    Good podcast, but the way he he said Costa rica as Casta Rica just bought killed me.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jeff0315!!
    United Statesa month ago
  • Podcast title says it all

    This is a podcast about unsolved cases so I should have known going in what the ending would be. Probably everyone knows this except me, since there have been several seasons. Season 10 wanders around for 6 episodes and ends up right where it started. If that’s what you like, it’s not a bad podcast by any means. It was a waste of time for me but again, that’s my fault for not realizing in the beginning the theme of the podcast. My message to others is: don’t go into this thinking there’s clo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    soul24
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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

Season pacing and narrative decisions draw mixed reactions from listeners.
Many listeners highlight rigorous storytelling and careful fact-checking when strong.
Overall, audiences value deep-dive investigations with multiple local perspectives.
Host is praised for empathy and respectful interviewing with families.
Pronunciation and cultural accuracy feedback appear in reviews.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#72
United States/True Crime
Spotify
#174
Canada/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#95
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#25
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#64
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#68
Australia/True Crime

Talking Points

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S10 E6: Sebastién
Q: What were the last known movements of Jackie before she disappeared?
Sebastien provides a mixed account with several recalls of where Jackie went, but there is no single, consistent timeline; the host pushes for clarity amid gaps and conflicting testimonies.
S9 E4: ‘Til The Day I Die
Q: Why did you do it that day?
Ringel attributes his actions to sexual frustration and opportunity.
S9 E4: ‘Til The Day I Die
Q: What do you think of that, Mary Ann?
Mary Ann believes Ringel is afraid of saying the wrong thing and facing consequences.
S9 E4: ‘Til The Day I Die
Q: So what's changed that's allowed police to re-arrest Ringel?
Mary Ann expresses relief that Ringel has been re-arrested, implying it’s a step closer to justice.
S8 E6: The Price of Admission
Q: How did this conversation come up with Jay about Angel?
Wesley explained that Jay was reportedly venting about his father, which led to the mention of what happened to Angel Carlick.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Someone Knows Something

What is Someone Knows Something about and what kind of topics does it cover?

- The series presents in-depth investigations of unsolved cases, mixing on-the-ground reporting with interviews from family, friends, neighbors, and local figures to reconstruct timelines, test competing theories, and scrutinize investigative processes. Episodes emphasize cross-border complexities, memory and perception, mental health contexts, and the toll of prolonged uncertainty on those involved. A notable strength is the steady, documentary-style approach that foregrounds empathy for victims' families while pursuing verifiable details and official records.

- Across recent seasons, it stands out for its immersive field reporting in a tourist town setting, the breadth of witness perspectives, and a willingness to challenge official narr... more

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1. Frank Evans
2. Lorraine Fernandes
3. Sebastian Fernandes
4. Sebastién Ferland
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7. Colleen Smith
8. Gordon Smith

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