Peter explains why the podcast may be taking a break but his hunt goes on. He also has a birthday message for Kevin Parle…

A Birthday Greeting from Peter

An assessment of Kevin Parle’s state of mind after 17 years on the run. And Peter meets another informant who thinks he met the fugitive just a few weeks ago.

#21 Mind Games

There have been reported sightings of Parle in Dubai. Peter decides to go there to try to meet one ex-criminal who has allegedly been harbouring the fugitive, but the trip doesn’t go to plan…

#20 Dubai

Peter travels to Ireland to investigate whether the gang Parle could now be working with was involved in a huge attempted drug smuggling operation off the west Cork coast in 2007.

#19 Dunlough Bay

Danny and Liam Poole went missing in Spain in 2019. Peter has been told that their disappearance is linked to the gang said to be working with Kevin Parle.

#18 Father and Son

Trying to piece together the activities of a criminal gang in Spain, Peter wonders whether his phone has been tapped- or the criminals have been tipped off.Warning: This episode contains some strong language

Trying to piece together the activities of a criminal gang in Spain, Peter wonders whether his phone has been tapped- or the criminals have been tipped off. Warning: This episode contains some strong language

#17 It’s Like They Knew We Were Coming

Peter is on the road again - heading to a golf resort where he's been told Parle has been living.Warning: This episode contains some strong language.

Peter is on the road again - heading to a golf resort where he's been told Parle has been living. Warning: This episode contains some strong language.

#16 Spanish Steps

The many deaths of Kevin Parle; Peter sets out to dismantle the persistent - but inconsistent – rumours that the man he’s hunting died on the run….

#15: “He’s Dead Mate”

The pandemic and Parle; Peter may not have been able to travel during the lockdowns but his hunt for the fugitive intensified….

#14: Lockdowns and Lock Ups

The hunt so far - a recap on how Peter’s investigation progressed before the lockdowns put a stop to travel. New listeners can start here, but if you want more background and detail please head back to episode #1.

#13: Catching Up

A live investigation: Two murders, one fugitive and a hunter tracking down the target.

After watching the documentary and reading into the case myself, this podcast is incredibly biased and doesn’t give the full facts on both sides. Too much time is given to Kathleen’s sister, who I don’t find credible at all. Not saying he is 100% innocent, just saying way too much reasonable doubt even in the first trial for a conviction. Home cooking.

Incredibly biased

This podcast offers insights not captured in the Netflix documentary, “The Staircase”.  The additional research and interviews helped inform my opinion on this fascinating case.  That being said, the production of the podcast was clunky at times.  It felt like someone who doesn’t understand what a podcast is produced this podcast.  It’s like my Dad made this podcast.  The constant reminders of what you’re listening to in the beginning, middle and end of a 30 minutes nearly every episode was excessive.  I didn’t understand why 3 different people with varying American accents had to say, “Five Live”.  The repetitious recaps were completely unnecessary.  I’d still recommend it if you’re interesting in learning more about this entrancing case.

 Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle 

Chris Warburton introduces the shocking story of Michael and Kathleen Peterson. What was life at 1810 Cedar Street, Durham, NC, like? What kind of couple were they?Chris talks to friends and neighbours who remember and how all that changed one December night.The 911 call all these years later still chills.

Chris Warburton introduces the shocking story of Michael and Kathleen Peterson. What was life at 1810 Cedar Street, Durham, NC, like? What kind of couple were they? Chris talks to friends and neighbours who remember and how all that changed one December night. The 911 call all these years later still chills.

Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #1 'At Home with the Petersons' and #2 'The Truth About Mike'

An autopsy report and a lot of blood: how and why the police decided Michael Peterson killed his wife Kathleen, and the first suggestion that a fireplace blow poke could have been the murder weapon.Plus, how the Michael Peterson trial attracted the attention of the world's media - especially an Oscar winning film crew. But did both sides of the story get told? And the odd relationship between the French documentary makers and this podcast.

An autopsy report and a lot of blood: how and why the police decided Michael Peterson killed his wife Kathleen, and the first suggestion that a fireplace blow poke could have been the murder weapon. Plus, how the Michael Peterson trial attracted the attention of the world's media - especially an Oscar winning film crew. But did both sides of the story get told? And the odd relationship between the French documentary makers and this podcast.

Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #3 'Mike The Suspect' and #4 'The French Connection'

Chris Warburton looks at the principal players in the Michael Peterson murder trial as the prime suspect prepares to face Christmas in jail.

Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #5 'Christmas In Jail'

The prosecution try to establish a motive, and look at the couples' finances.

Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #6 'Sex, Lies and Videotape'

Following the revelations about Michael’s sexuality and the death of Liz Ratliff 17 years earlier in similar circumstances, Chris concentrates on the physical evidence presented to the Michael Peterson trial jury – including the blood and the blow poke.

Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #7 'The Blood And The Blow Poke'

Almost 7 years after Kathleen Peterson was found at the bottom of the staircase, friend, neighbour and respected attorney Larry Pollard presents an alternative version of events…involving an owl!

Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #9 'Owl Theory'

Five months after the Michael Peterson trial began the jury is sent out to consider their verdict ; they looked at 500 pieces of evidence and heard from 70 witnesses.They will decide whether Michael is a murderer, or a grieving husband coping with the accidental and tragic death of his wife Kathleen….

Five months after the Michael Peterson trial began the jury is sent out to consider their verdict ; they looked at 500 pieces of evidence and heard from 70 witnesses. They will decide whether Michael is a murderer, or a grieving husband coping with the accidental and tragic death of his wife Kathleen….

Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #8 'Judgement Day...'

Duane Deaver

A character from the original trial re-appears and gives Michael Peterson hope of getting out of jail, nearly 3000 days after he was imprisoned and 10 years after the death of his wife Kathleen...

Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #10 'The Return of Duane Deaver'

An innocent mother is shot dead in her own front room. Peter Bleksley shares what he knows about the killing which shocked a city - and why he wants Lucy's family to get justice.

#02: Lucy

A drug gang wanted to kill him. A murderer on the run pointed a shotgun into his face. Peter Bleksley reveals why his Met experiences prepare him for this manhunt.

#03: Peter

A social misfit who ended up living a life of crime? Or a clever charismatic man whose life took a wrong turn? People who knew Kevin share their views.

#04: Kevin

Peter explores Liverpool's reputation as a city that stands against injustice, while investigating reports that Parle could still be on Merseyside.

#05: Liverpool

Peter heads to a campsite that Parle is thought to have stayed at in 2006, but also investigates information the fugitive may have been in that part of Spain a lot more recently.

#07: Spain

Peter ends his search in Old Swan, talks to fugitives about how they survived on the run and decides his next step is abroad.

#06: The Running Men

A teenager is gunned down in Liverpool 15 years ago. Peter pieces together what happened that night, shares what we know about Liam and starts to get information from the public.

#01: Liam

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