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A journalist and a daughter search for answers about a missing Australian schoolteacher
Verdict: Must listen. The Lady Vanishes is one of Australia's most gripping investigative podcasts. Journalist Sally Leydon spent years investigating the cold case disappearance of Marion Barter — and the podcast directly contributed to police reopening the investigation.
About this podcast
An investigative podcast from LiSTNR exploring the mysterious disappearance of Marion Barter, an Australian schoolteacher who vanished without a trace in 1997. Journalist Sally Leydon joins forces with Marion's daughter Rosie to uncover the truth, uncovering shocking new evidence that ultimately led police to reopen the cold case.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is The Lady Vanishes?
- A journalist and a daughter search for answers about a missing Australian schoolteacher
- Is The Lady Vanishes worth listening to?
- Must listen. The Lady Vanishes is one of Australia's most gripping investigative podcasts. Journalist Sally Leydon spent years investigating the cold case disappearance of Marion Barter — and the podcast directly contributed to police reopening the investigation.
- Where can I listen to The Lady Vanishes?
- The Lady Vanishes is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify.
- Where should I start with The Lady Vanishes?
- Start with: Episode 1 — must be heard in order from the beginning
- What format is The Lady Vanishes?
- Serialized — 100+ episodes episodes, approximately 30-50 min each.
- What type of crime does The Lady Vanishes cover?
- The Lady Vanishes covers Missing Person, Cold Case.
Quick facts
- Format
- Serialized
- Host style
- Co-hosted
- Style
- Investigative
- Episode length
- 30-50 min
- Episodes
- 100+ episodes
- Binge factor
- 9/10
- Best to start
- Episode 1 — must be heard in order from the beginning
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