Island Crime
Laura PalmerEach season of Island Crime delves into an unsolved murder or missing person case on Vancouver Island. Host/Producer Laura Palmer updates the cases when she finds new evidence or fresh perspectives. Original journalism, leaving no stone unturned.
Season 8: 'My Best Friend Bree' -the unsolved murder of Bree Gamble (Lozano)
Season 7: 'Evaporated' explores the disappearance of Victoria's Ian Indridso... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 105 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DocumentaryTrue CrimeSociety & Culture | |||
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This episode contains mature themes and content related to domestic abuse, which some listeners may find disturbing or triggering. Please take care while listening.
Three weeks after Bree’s murder, police descended on the home she once shared with h... more
Bree's friendships were deep and profound. She sometimes called her girlfriends her 'Chicas'. In this episode, some of Bree's closest 'gal pals' reflect on the good times, even as they wrestle with the side of Bree she kept hidden from them and why. more
“After the pain of this disappointment, her heart once more stood empty, and the succession of identical days began again.”
― Gustave Flaubert, Madame Bovary
How does a restless, hard-partying city girl end up on Vancouver Island? And how does her... more
Bree Gamble was known for her passion, fearlessness, and vibrant energy—a woman who seemed to live life in full colour until her tragic murder in 2021. The daughter of acclaimed Colombian filmmaker Jorge Lozano, Bree carried her Latin roots and artis... more
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- My Best Friend Bree
Thanks Laura for the time and care putting together your podcast series My Best Friend Bree. It was compassionate and tender in all the right places. Hopefully this will help shed some light on finding her killer.
Apple Podcasts5fnkfjfjf
Canada24 days ago - Fantastic Shiw
Laura does it again, her precision in detail and story telling is unmatched. Having local stories been brought to life is her special talent. A great show and series!
Apple Podcasts5CaseBoBaseCanadaa month ago - Is she a robot?
This is such an important story to tell but her voice is too distracting, I can’t keep listening. At first, I thought it was an AI generated voice over.
Apple Podcasts2SonettòCanada3 months ago - Season 5 narrator is terrible
Didn’t listen to the other seasons so I gave it two stars ‘cause I don’t wanna dump on the whole thing since I only listened to one episode of season 5 but Jesus the narrator is extremely annoying. Voice and what she’s saying are both insufferable
Apple Podcasts2AnnaPrekeges
United States4 months ago - Intriguing
I loved every season. I like the way Laura tells their stories. Looking forward to season 8!
Apple Podcasts5MinggggLinggggUnited States5 months ago
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Spotify | #200 | Canada/Trending |
Apple Podcasts | #94 | Canada/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #24 | Canada/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #135 |  Hong Kong/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #212 |  Japan/True Crime |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Island Crime
What is Island Crime about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The content focuses on exploring unsolved murder and missing person cases that have left a profound impact on the communities of Vancouver Island. Each season is dedicated to a specific case, often revisiting it with fresh insights and updates, showcasing the host's commitment to uncovering the truth behind these stories. With a mix of original journalism and community engagement, listeners can expect deep dives into personal narratives, social issues, and the dynamics within families affected by these tragedies. The storytelling is characterized by a sensitivity towards the victims and their families, aiming to ensure their stories are not forgotten amid the investigative inquiries.
Noteworthy is the host's approach, which emphasizes empa... more
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Recent guests on Island Crime include:
1. Meleya Gamble Lalonde
2. Steve Lalonde
3. Willem Whis
4. Laura Palmer
5. Thomas DeBias
6. Dallas Hulley
7. Joanne Young
8. Daniel Swellow
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