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I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Dying to be Found, AKA Deb Norman! We talked about her venture into true crime and how it is now a complete family affair, as well as her new show, the DASH!

Who is Dying to be Found?

"Meet Deb. A true crime enthusiast who pulls family members into her web of tales whether they want to hear them or not. She's kind of convincing that way! We go across state lines and international borders to not only bring you a variety of family members who double as co-hosts, but we also deliver true crime stories that are left open to interpretation."

INSTAGRAM

► Username: @dying2bfound

SPOTIFY

► https://open.spotify.com/show/2Jsj0FY6jwKML9NSjUAl9k

About True Crime: Declassified

True Crime: Declassified is a podcast series that explores the true crime community. It is hosted by Megan Lupton, a true crime researcher and PhD candidate at De Montfort University, Leicester. Join Meg as she interviews true crime podcasters, discusses news and updates from the true crime community, and reviews the very latest true crime content.

INSTAGRAM

► https://www.instagram.com/truecrimedeclassified/

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► https://open.spotify.com/show/7GDWc5JnUF7HxXCkpgewt2

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In a very exciting episode, I was interviewed by Deb Norman from Dying to be Found for her new series, The DASH! We talked about my PhD research and what I've uncovered so far about the ethics of true crime, then closed with the confusing case of Shannon Matthews' disappearance. It is crazy to think that in less than two years my research has taken me this far - I feel so lucky to work with such fantastic podcasters!

Who is Dying to be Found?

"Meet Deb. A true crime enthusiast who pulls family members into her web of tales whether they want to hear them or not. She's kind of convincing that way! We go across state lines and international borders to not only bring you a variety of family members who double as co-hosts, but we also deliver true crime stories that are left open to interpretation."

INSTAGRAM

► Username: @dying2bfound

SPOTIFY

► https://open.spotify.com/show/2Jsj0FY6jwKML9NSjUAl9k

About True Crime: Declassified

True Crime: Declassified is a podcast series that explores the true crime community. It is hosted by Megan Lupton, a true crime researcher and PhD candidate at De Montfort University, Leicester. Join Meg as she interviews true crime podcasters, discusses news and updates from the true crime community, and reviews the very latest true crime content.

INSTAGRAM

► https://www.instagram.com/truecrimedeclassified/

SPOTIFY

► https://open.spotify.com/show/7GDWc5JnUF7HxXCkpgewt2

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Meet cadaver dog expert and retired criminologist... MaryAnne McCullough, host of Crime Scenes and Cupcakes. We spoke about her work with the FBI and why she cannot rest until the murder of her best friend is solved.

Who is Crime Scenes & Cupcakes?

"Dog mom. Baker. True crime podcast maker. Retired criminologist & boozy baker investigating unsolved crimes in Kansas. We will venture beyond those borders when families of victims reach out to us. Behind every podcast there is a victim. Their families, friends & loved ones are left looking for answers. It’s our job to treat their story with respect, integrity & compassion. Cases get solved by keeping the victim & details of the case in the public eye. Bringing widespread visibility to a case can bring answers and potentially stop additional crimes."

INSTAGRAM

► https://www.instagram.com/crimescenesandcupcakes/

SPOTIFY

► https://open.spotify.com/show/1eJX21RxA6j2BTFf80o3VD

About True Crime: Declassified

True Crime: Declassified is a podcast series that explores the true crime community. It is hosted by Megan Lupton, a true crime researcher and PhD candidate at De Montfort University, Leicester. Join Meg as she interviews true crime podcasters, discusses news and updates from the true crime community and reviews the very latest true crime content.

INSTAGRAM

► https://www.instagram.com/truecrimedeclassified/

SPOTIFY

► https://open.spotify.com/show/7GDWc5JnUF7HxXCkpgewt2

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Join me as I interview the outstanding Reece Stafferton, an investigate journalist and co-founder of Leicester's first co-operative newspaper, The Great Central Gazette. In our interview, we discussed what true crime can learn from ethical journalism...

Learn more about the NUJ Code of Conduct:

https://www.nuj.org.uk/about-us/rules-and-guidance/code-of-conduct.html

Who is Reece Stafferton?

Reece is a British freelance journalist and community organiser based in Leicester, UK. They are currently the co-founder and co-editor of the Great Central Gazette, a not-for-profit and independent newspaper in Leicester. Reece also works part-time for the Independent Media Association ("IMA") helping to promote the independent media sector.

TWITTER

► https://twitter.com/journoreece

► https://twitter.com/thegazettecoop

About True Crime: Declassified

True Crime: Declassified is a podcast series that explores the true crime community. It is hosted by Megan Lupton, a true crime researcher and PhD student at De Montfort University, Leicester. Join Meg as she interviews true crime podcasters, discusses news and updates from the true crime community and reviews the very latest true crime content.

INSTAGRAM

► https://www.instagram.com/truecrimedeclassified/

SPOTIFY

► https://open.spotify.com/show/7GDWc5JnUF7HxXCkpgewt2

See you next time! 👋

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We need to talk about The Staircase. Join me as I analyse the many ethical issues surrounding the HBO Max true crime series. From the alleged misinformation to the exploitative behaviour and how the show continues to impact the family, let's see what we can learn from The Staircase...

About True Crime: Declassified

True Crime: Declassified is a podcast series that explores the true crime community. It is hosted by Megan Lupton, a true crime researcher and PhD student at De Montfort University, Leicester. Join Meg as she interviews true crime podcasters, discusses news and updates from the true crime community and reviews the very latest true crime content.

INSTAGRAM

► https://www.instagram.com/truecrimedeclassified/

SPOTIFY

► https://open.spotify.com/show/7GDWc5JnUF7HxXCkpgewt2

CONTENT WARNING

True Crime: Declassified includes graphic details from criminal cases and potentially upsetting victim testimonials. Topics discussed may include but is not limited to murder, sexual assault and violence. If you find such topics upsetting, please do not listen to or watch True Crime: Declassified.

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Sources:

https://inews.co.uk/culture/television/kathleen-peterson-who-killed-michael-murder-case-the-staircase-mystery-explained-1621610

https://www.forbes.com/sites/danafeldman/2022/06/09/the-staircase-a-defense-attorney-explains-why-michael-peterson-took-an-alford-plea/?sh=628858ea1b18

https://www.wral.com/michael-peterson-walks-free-after-15-year-murder-case-ends-with-plea-deal/16546848/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Staircase

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Peterson_trial

https://inews.co.uk/culture/television/the-staircase-netflix-true-crime-160688?ico=in-line_link

https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/alford_plea

https://www.thewrap.com/the-staircase-hbo-producers-interview-delestrade-betrayed/

https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/ustv/a40282397/staircase-michael-peterson-criticism-colin-firth-portrayal/

https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2022/05/the-staircase-documentary-hbo-max

https://variety.com/2022/film/news/subject-documentary-ethics-jennifer-tiexiera-camilla-hall-1235291115/

https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2022/06/the-staircase-hbo-michael-peterson-margaret-ratliff

https://www.reddit.com/r/TheStaircase/comments/8ytqo4/nine_questions_for_margaret_and_martha_ratliff_or/

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Join me as I interview another true crime podcaster - this time, it's Truer Crime! Hosted by Celisia Stanton, the podcast promises a more ethical approach to true crime, by talking to the people who are affected by crimes. In our interview, we we discussed the role that true crime plays in telling real stories, of real people.

Who is Truer Crime?

Crime stories are hard to ignore and even harder to forget. But the thing is... they’re stories. And getting a story right is all about how you tell it. Truer Crime talks about real people — murdered, missing, misled — with more nuance, more context, and more questions. Hosted by Celisia Stanton.

INSTAGRAM

► https://www.instagram.com/truercrimepod/

SPOTIFY

► https://open.spotify.com/show/6PjwRtDzC0SU3f8hjsuMa0

About True Crime: Declassified

True Crime: Declassified is a podcast series that explores the true crime community. It is hosted by Megan Lupton, a true crime researcher and PhD student at De Montfort University, Leicester. Join Meg as she interviews true crime podcasters, discusses news and updates from the true crime community and reviews the very latest true crime content.

INSTAGRAM

► https://www.instagram.com/truecrimedeclassified/

SPOTIFY

► https://open.spotify.com/show/7GDWc5JnUF7HxXCkpgewt2

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In the first episode of True Crime: Declassified, I sat with down Karen from Crimes Through Time! We discussed the criminal cases that changed history, including a particular witness who was visited by the ghostly apparition of the victim...

Who is Crimes Through Time?

Crimes Through Time is a true crime podcast that focuses on historic cases. Hosted by Karen Purnell, audiences enjoy deep diving into historic cases, prominent figures, changes in law, investigative techniques, crime scene analysis, forensic developments and more.

INSTAGRAM

► https://www.instagram.com/crimesthroughtime/

SPOTIFY

► https://open.spotify.com/show/7mOoooYRtI5cbncZWRBl8s

About True Crime: Declassified

True Crime: Declassified is a podcast series that explores the true crime community. It is hosted by Megan Lupton, a true crime researcher and PhD student at De Montfort University, Leicester. Join Meg as she interviews true crime podcasters, discusses news and updates from the true crime community and reviews the very latest true crime content.

INSTAGRAM

► https://www.instagram.com/truecrimedeclassified

SOURCES

Infotainment: https://sites.duke.edu/truecrime/2009/12/is-it-the-truth-or-is-it-infotainment/

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Hello and welcome to True Crime: Declassified, where we go behind the scenes of your favourite true crime content and creators.

I'm Meg, your host, and I'm a true crime researcher and PhD student. Having been a fan of true crime for years, I embarked on a PhD to investigate the popular and sometimes problematic genre we know and love.

So, if you have exhausted every other true crime podcast on the market and want something new, or simply wish take a deep dive into the genre, you have come to the right place. Join me as I interview true crime creators and review the very latest content, here at True Crime: Declassified.

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TRUE CRIME INSTAGRAM:

https://www.instagram.com/truecrimedeclassified/

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