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The In Between Podcast with Mel Barrett

The In Between Podcast with Mel Barrett
Karen Read
Pamela Smart
Kouri Richins
Karen Reed
Lindsay Clancy
John O'keefe
Kelsey Fitzsimmons
Turtleboy
New Hampshire
Michael Proctor
Fentanyl
Veronika Rodriguez
Massachusetts
Sexual Assault
Sam Nordquist
Brian Walsh
Canton Police Department
Lindsay Clancy Trial
Eric Richins
Karen Reed Case

There’s the official story. And then there’s the truth. The In Between is an investigative narrative podcast that digs into cases where the facts got buried, distorted, or deliberately ignored. Hosted by journalist and screenwriter Mel Barrett, each season unpacks one story that was never fully told, blending deep reporting, legal analysis, and raw personal narrative. Mel doesn’t just rehash hea... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Zeizel
Forensic psychologist evaluating Lindsay Clancy
Episode: 207: LINDSAY CLANCY TRIAL - DAY 16 Dr Zeizel Cross PLUS TikTok Witness Voir Dire #TraumaFree Trial Recap
Elizabeth Laposata
Medical doctor, board certified in anatomic and forensic pathology
Independent forensic pathologist
Episode: 206: LINDSAY CLANCY TRIAL - DAY 15 - PART TWO - Zeizel +Laposata Take the Stand...Mortal Sin #TraumaFree Trial Recap
Paul Zizel
Clinical and forensic psychologist
Clinical and forensic psychologist
Episode: 206: LINDSAY CLANCY TRIAL - DAY 15 - PART TWO - Zeizel +Laposata Take the Stand...Mortal Sin #TraumaFree Trial Recap
Susan Clancy
Mother-in-law of Lindsay Clancy; testified in the case
Patrick Clancy's mother
Episode: 206: LINDSAY CLANCY TRIAL - DAY 15 - PART ONE - Zeizel +Laposata Take the Stand...Mortal Sin #TraumaFree Trial Recap
Donald Condy
Board-certified forensic psychiatrist and psychopharmacologist
Independent expert; testified for the defense/prosecution as per court's schedule
Episode: 206: LINDSAY CLANCY TRIAL - DAY 15 - PART ONE - Zeizel +Laposata Take the Stand...Mortal Sin #TraumaFree Trial Recap
Sam Benigno
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Episode: 203: LINDSAY CLANCY TRIAL The Sanity Debate with Sam Benigno
Ellyn Marsh
Guest on episode, trauma-informed perspective
Episode: 202: LINDSAY CLANCY TRIAL Day 13 PART TWO - with Ellyn Marsh and Maggie Freleng #TraumaFreeTrial Recap
Maggie Freleng
Guest on episode, contributing analysis
Episode: 202: LINDSAY CLANCY TRIAL Day 13 PART TWO - with Ellyn Marsh and Maggie Freleng #TraumaFreeTrial Recap
Latisha Dukes
Provider from South Shore Perinatal Behavioral Health Clinic, conducted Lindsay's intake
South Shore Perinatal Behavioral Health Clinic
Episode: 201: LINDSAY CLANCY TRIAL Day11+12 - PART TWO - Was Lindsay Overmedicated? #TraumaFreeTrial Recap

Hosts

Mel Barrett
Host guiding investigations and recaps with a focus on medical and legal nuance.
Rebecca Lavoie
Co-host providing discussion, commentary, and investigative framing.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 282 ratings
  • I want to listen to The In Between, not Somethings Off

    I stopped listening to Crime Writers On years ago because I thought Rebecca was annoying and now here she is.

    I’m so glad she helped Mel make podcasts and mentors her and that they are friends. I’m even happy they have a show together. I just don’t want to listen to it. I’m subscribed to The In Between but am disappointed every time it isn’t the show I want.

    Mel you are good enough on your own. Or at least change the name of the show so we know what it is.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ORRunner
    United States5 months ago
  • I love this show!!

    This show makes my day every time I listen. I wish I could watch it on YT but my boss frowns on me watching stuff at work.

    I applaud you ladies!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mymonkers
    United States5 months ago
  • Finding it hard to listen!

    I really enjoy listening to your topic discussions, especially with Rebecca. I love when you follow along on trials, but your episodes are WAY too long! The live episodes are understandable but I find myself skipping through episodes or some all together because some of the chat just goes on for no reason or seeing 2-3 hr episodes makes me avoid them all together. Please consider more structure.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Pitchblackdam38
    United States5 months ago
  • Excellent podcast

    Mel and Rebecca are found a terrific job with this podcast and their banter and genuine friendship is heart warming. I am enjoying their partnership immensely. Great job ladies!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jenna Say Kwass
    United States6 months ago
  • Pipe down know it all!

    I found this podcast during Karen Read and enjoyed the “local” coverage. Both Mel and Rebecca are individually intelligent and articulate. However, Rebecca grates on my nerves as she is such a know it all, who is constantly trying to prove her cohost wrong and often interrupts or talks over her, often over nothing of true import, she just needs to be right. It gives a vibe of elitism and condescension, rather than cohesion. I can also live without Rebecca rattling off her resume every episode to... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Zoemae247
    United States7 months ago

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Fans enjoy the host duo's dynamic and investigative rigor, with high praise for episodes on major cases.
The banter and community engagement are seen as strengths but can be polarizing for some.
Listeners appreciate thorough research and the empathetic handling of subjects.
Guests and experts are often highlighted as credible and insightful.
Some listeners wish for more structured pacing or shorter episode lengths.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

142: Broken Baker & The Wildest Courtroom We’ve Ever Seen - Turtleboy v Meredith O’Neil
Q: What drew you to cover the Meredith O'Neil and Aidan Carney case, and how do you balance entertainment with accuracy?
I'm drawn to these cases because they reveal how media, public perception, and courtroom strategy interact. I aim to present the facts clearly, call out inconsistencies, and use commentary to shed light on legal processes rather than sensationalizing individuals.
142: Broken Baker & The Wildest Courtroom We’ve Ever Seen - Turtleboy v Meredith O’Neil
Q: Can you introduce yourself to our audience and explain your background with this kind of content?
I'm Broken Baker, a Danish-English creator who covers true crime and trials online, and I've built a platform by explaining complex courtroom dynamics to a broad audience while trying to keep things entertaining and informative.
140: 1st Amendment Rights, Satire, Activism + all the drama w/special guest, Turtleboy aka Aidan Kearney
Q: What would you tell Meredith or similar figures about moving forward after public disputes?
Take responsibility where appropriate, acknowledge harm caused, and pursue a healthier, more transparent path forward rather than digging in or escalating—though the dynamic is difficult.
140: 1st Amendment Rights, Satire, Activism + all the drama w/special guest, Turtleboy aka Aidan Kearney
Q: Why do you think people trust Turtleboy so much, given the controversy around your work?
Trust seems to come from a combination of direct engagement, transparency about sources, and a willingness to show the complexities behind the stories rather than presenting a one-sided narrative.
86: Something's Off with Maggie Freleng
Q: What are you working on right now?
I'm focusing on season two of Graves County, as the case continues to develop and requires deeper investigation.

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A rigorously reported, narrative-driven true crime and investigative podcast that digs into cases where facts were buried or distorted, blending legal analysis, medical context, and personal storytelling. Episodes frequently feature expert guests from mental health, medicine, journalism, and law, and include live discussions, trial breakdowns, and audience Q&A. Notable strengths include thorough sourcing, empathetic framing of subjects, and a willingness to challenge conventional narratives; the show often revisits high-profile cases with fresh perspectives and a skeptical eye toward media coverage and institutional decisions. Listeners who crave in-depth context, careful reasoning, and multidisciplinary analysis in true crime are likely to... more

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2. Elizabeth Laposata
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4. Susan Clancy
5. Donald Condy
6. Sam Benigno
7. Ellyn Marsh
8. Maggie Freleng

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