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Breaking barriers: Ian Roberts Pt.1
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Breaking barriers: Ian Roberts Pt.1

Ian Roberts was one of the toughest men in the NRL. Behind the footy world’s brutal culture of macho masculinity, Ian was struggling to deal with his sexuality. In 1995, he bravely became the first footy player to come out as gay, breaking down barriers along the way. On this episode, Ian joins Gary Jubelin to reflect on his painful journey, share how he dealt with his family’s reaction and the headlines, and how he learned to embrace his true self.

The love letter and the lie: Sally Leydon Pt.2
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The love letter and the lie: Sally Leydon Pt.2

A 27-year mystery involving a man with 14 aliases, a damning love letter and a huge bank transfer. Sally Leydon joins Gary Jubelin on this episode to share the chilling details behind the disappearance of her mother, Marion Barter, and why she’s not about to give up. 

Mysterious disappearance of Marion Barter: Sally Leydon Pt.1
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Mysterious disappearance of Marion Barter: Sally Leydon Pt.1

Marion Barter sold her house to travel the world, leaving behind her entire family. Then she was never seen again. From a mystery man and last minute name change to an unknown Medicare alert and bank withdrawals, her daughter Sally Leydon has been trying to find out exactly what happened to her missing mother.

BONUS: Remembering Leisl: Jerildene Cane Pt.2
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BONUS: Remembering Leisl: Jerildene Cane Pt.2

At 23, Leisl Smith had her whole life in front of her. But her ex boyfriend, James Scott Church, had other ideas. Six years after she went missing, he was charged with her murder. After a gruelling 13-week trial, there are still no answers. Why? Because Church took his own life a day before the verdict was due to be made public – locking the judge’s verdict away forever. Jerildene Cane is hoping to change that, and bring closure to her family.

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