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Shadow of Doubt

by The Australian · English · True Crime

A mystery that just keeps twisting and turning. Journalist Richard Guilliatt - the reporter who exposed cancer fraudster Belle Gibson - investigates a confounding case, and a family torn apart.

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New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 45 min
Latest: 17 Nov 2025
Language: English

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17 Nov 2025 · 18 min

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8 May 2025 · 14 min
From The Front: The mystery of ‘Shotgun Johnny’ Regan
The 1974 murder of ‘Shotgun Johnny’ Regan has never been solved. Now, his family wants answers. That’s where The Australian’s new cold case investigation The Gangster’s Ghost comes in. Subscribers can listen to Episodes 1 and 2 now at gangstersghost.com.au. This episode of The Australian's daily news podcast The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton, Stephanie Coombes and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
24 May 2024 · 21 min
From The Front: Hedley Thomas’ new cold case podcast, 'Bronwyn'
Where is Bronwyn Winfield? The devoted mum has been missing since 1993 – and the man behind The Teacher’s Pet is on the case. Go to bronwynpodcast.com to listen. Plus, you can read more about this case and see exclusive stories, maps, timelines, graphics, video and more. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30 Jun 2023 · 1 min
It's back: The Teacher's Pet returns for Australian listeners
The Australian's global smash-hit podcast Teacher's Pet returns for Australian audiences on July 1. You can find it wherever you got this podcast. Just search for "The Teacher's Pet". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 · E8 · 2 Jun 2023 · 59 min
Truth
Emily's personal involvement with a police officer causes shock, and her grandmother reveals her serious doubts about the case. Medical and legal experts support a judicial review of the case. To read more on this podcast, head to shadowofdoubt.com.au Shadow of Doubt is written, researched and presented by Richard Guilliatt. It's produced and edited by multimedia editor, Lia Tsamoglou. Claire Harvey is The Australian's Editorial Director. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 · E7 · 26 May 2023 · 1 hr 2 min
The Worst Of The Worst
The Johnsons’ new lawyers decide not to pursue the ‘false memory’ defence at their trial. A jury finds the couple guilty, and Martin Johnson is sentenced to a record 48 years’ jail. Susan Johnson gets 16 years. To read more on this podcast, head to shadowofdoubt.com.au Shadow of Doubt is written, researched and presented by Richard Guilliatt. It's produced and edited by multimedia editor, Lia Tsamoglou. Claire Harvey is The Australian's Editorial Director. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 · E6 · 19 May 2023 · 46 min
They Call It Dissociation
A chance encounter between Susan Johnson and her daughter on a country road leads to a dramatic escalation in the case. The Johnsons run out of money, and lose their lawyers. To read more on this podcast, head to shadowofdoubt.com.au Shadow of Doubt is written, researched and presented by Richard Guilliatt. It's produced and edited by multimedia editor, Lia Tsamoglou. Claire Harvey is The Australian's Editorial Director. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 · E5 · 12 May 2023 · 53 min
Listening In
Police swoop on the Johnson family home after Emily Johnson accuses her mother of sexual abuse. Telephone surveillance tapes record the family’s reaction. To read more on this podcast, head to shadowofdoubt.com.au Shadow of Doubt is written, researched and presented by Richard Guilliatt. It's produced and edited by multimedia editor, Lia Tsamoglou. Claire Harvey is The Australian's Editorial Director. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 · E4 · 5 May 2023 · 56 min
Away From Reality
Emily Johnson’s memories of abuse become extraordinarily violent as she suffers “dissociative flashbacks”. Such memories are not always reliable - we hear from other families swept up in allegations of bizarre abuse. To read more on this podcast, head to shadowofdoubt.com.au Shadow of Doubt is written, researched and presented by Richard Guilliatt. It's produced and edited by multimedia editor, Lia Tsamoglou. Claire Harvey is The Australian's Editorial Director. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 · E3 · 28 Apr 2023 · 45 min
Family Secrets
Martin Johnson is an admired sports coach, but he has a dark secret. When his daughter Emily learns about it, she suddenly begins to remember terrible events from her childhood. To read more on this podcast, head to shadowofdoubt.com.au Shadow of Doubt is written, researched and presented by Richard Guilliatt. It's produced and edited by multimedia editor, Lia Tsamoglou. Claire Harvey is The Australian's Editorial Director. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 · E2 · 21 Apr 2023 · 40 min
Digging Deep
The case against Martin and Susan Johnson begins in a psychiatric hospital where their daughter Emily undergoes years of counselling. Court records and the testimony of former hospital staff suggest her treatment was deeply flawed. To read more on this podcast, head to shadowofdoubt.com.au Shadow of Doubt is written, researched and presented by Richard Guilliatt. It's produced and edited by multimedia editor, Lia Tsamoglou. Claire Harvey is The Australian's Editorial Director. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 · E1 · 14 Apr 2023 · 49 min
Australia’s Most Evil Dad
An Australian couple are jailed for the shocking rape and torture of their daughter over 13 years. Yet two of their children insist they are innocent, and no-one noticed the violent abuse. Could this be a grave miscarriage of justice? To read more on this podcast, head to shadowofdoubt.com.au Shadow of Doubt is written, researched and presented by Richard Guilliatt. It's produced and edited by multimedia editor, Lia Tsamoglou. Claire Harvey is The Australian's Editorial Director. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17 Feb 2023 · 2 min
Introducing Shadow of Doubt
They were branded ‘evil’ – a mother and father convicted of torturing and abusing their daughter as a sex slave. The father is serving 48 years in jail – the longest sentence in Australian history for child abuse. His wife is serving 16 years. Yet the parents insist they are innocent victims of overzealous police and a mental health system gone haywire. Investigative journalist Richard Guilliatt explores a spectacular collision of memory, therapy, trauma and conflicting ‘truths’ in this gripping new podcast from The Australian. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

About Shadow of Doubt

A mystery that just keeps twisting and turning. Journalist Richard Guilliatt - the reporter who exposed cancer fraudster Belle Gibson - investigates a confounding case, and a family torn apart.

Shadow of Doubt is a English true crime podcast from The Australian. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: The Australian
Language: English
Category: True Crime
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 45 min
Latest episode: 17 Nov 2025
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Rights: 2026 News Corp Australia

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