Missing and Murdered: Finding Cleo
True crime podcast review — 2026
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"Missing and Murdered is not just outstanding true crime — it's journalism that contributed to real legal change in how Canada addresses Indigenous missing persons cases."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Cold case enthusiasts who love decades-old unsolved mysteries
- ✓Binge listeners who want something they can't stop at one episode
Pros & cons
- +Rated "Must Listen" by our editorial team — exceptional across all dimensions
- +Exceptional binge factor — near impossible to stop at one episode
About this podcast
CBC journalist Connie Walker investigates the disappearance of Cleo Semaganis Nicotine, a Cree girl taken from her family during Canada's Sixties Scoop. The investigation becomes a search for Cleo and for the truth about the systematic separation of Indigenous children from their families.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Missing and Murdered: Finding Cleo
What is Missing and Murdered: Finding Cleo about?
CBC journalist Connie Walker investigates the disappearance of Cleo Semaganis Nicotine, a Cree girl taken from her family during Canada's Sixties Scoop. The investigation becomes a search for Cleo and for the truth about the systematic separation of Indigenous children from their families.
Is Missing and Murdered: Finding Cleo worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Must listen". It scores 9/10 on binge factor. CBC's Connie Walker investigates the Sixties Scoop through the disappearance of Cleo Semaganis Nicotine.
Who is Missing and Murdered: Finding Cleo for?
Missing and Murdered: Finding Cleo is ideal for: Cold case enthusiasts who love decades-old unsolved mysteries; Binge listeners who want something they can't stop at one episode.
What is the best episode of Missing and Murdered: Finding Cleo to start with?
Start with whichever case title sounds most interesting to you.
Where can I listen to Missing and Murdered: Finding Cleo?
Missing and Murdered: Finding Cleo is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to Missing and Murdered: Finding Cleo?
If you enjoy Missing and Murdered: Finding Cleo, you might also like: In the Dark, Serial, Bear Brook, The Teacher's Pet. See our full "Podcasts Like Missing and Murdered: Finding Cleo" page for more recommendations.
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