Episode 32 - Maria James
Summary In this episode, we discuss the transition back to routine after the school holidays, leading into a detailed exploration of the unsolved murder case of Maria Theresa James. We delve into Maria's life, the circumstances surrounding her death, and the subsequent investigation, highlighting key suspects including real estate agents and priests. The conversation emphasizes the emotional impact on Maria's family and the ongoing quest for justice, while also touching on the broader implications of institutional abuse and the importance of continued investigation. Keywords Maria Theresa James, true crime, unsolved murder, Victoria, Australia, crime podcast, investigative journalism, cold case, Father Bongiorno, Father O'Keeffe Sources and other links Trace Podcast, ABC listen Coronors Report - Finding into the death and inquest of Maria James. If any of our content is distressing & you need to talk (Australia): Lifeline Phone: 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Or please seek assistance in your country Check us out on our socials for images and updates: ā TikTokā ā Instagramā ā Facebookā We have set up āBuy Me a Coffeeā. If you'd like to keep us caffeinated (or wined š) while we prep our next episode, please feel free to ā Click Hereā to buy us a coffee. Stay curious,Ā crime besties! Chapters 00:00 Welcome Back and Routine Resumption 08:10 The Case of Maria Theresa James 38:26 Exploring Suspects in the Maria James Case 44:42 Uncovering Dark Secrets: The Church's Betrayal 51:56 The Impact of Trauma: Adam's Story 57:30 The Investigation: A Web of Deceit 01:03:36 The Cult Connection: A Sinister Network 01:09:24 The Legal System: Failures and Injustices 01:15:48 The Ongoing Search for Justice 01:21:31 Speculations and Theories: Who Was Involved? 01:27:37 Looking Ahead: Hope for Closure
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Summary In this episode, we discuss the transition back to routine after the school holidays, leading into a detailed exploration of the unsolved murder case of Maria Theresa James. We delve into Maria's life, the circumstances surrounding her death, and the subsequent investigation, highlighting key suspects including real estate agents and priests. The conversation emphasizes the emotional impact on Maria's family and the ongoing quest for justice, while also touching on the broader implicatio...