Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle

Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle episodes:

• 05.24.2022

  A Birthday Greeting from Peter

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

  
• 05.10.2022

  #21 Mind Games

  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.

  
• 04.26.2022

  #20 Dubai

  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…

  
• 04.12.2022

  #19 Dunlough Bay

  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.

  
• 04.05.2022

  #18 Father and Son

  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.

  
• 03.29.2022

  #17 It’s Like They Knew We Were Coming

  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

  
• 03.22.2022

  #16 Spanish Steps

  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.

  
• 03.15.2022

  #15: “He’s Dead Mate”

  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….

  
• 03.08.2022

  #14: Lockdowns and Lock Ups

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

  
• 03.01.2022

  #13: Catching Up

  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.

  
• 02.25.2022

  The hunt continues...

  As the world opens up and international travel returns as an option, Peter Bleksley heightens his search for Kevin Parle.

  
• 04.09.2020

  #12: Small World

  Peter finds out how lockdown might affect Parle and takes audience questions on the progress of his investigation: From how the fugitive might be supporting himself to whether "supergrasses" are coming forward to help.

  
• 04.02.2020

  #11: Mission Possible

  Peter assesses the psychological impact on a fugitive who may be in lockdown and two ex-girlfriends paint a disturbing picture of Parle as a manipulator.

  
• 03.26.2020

  #10: Change of Plan

  Peter finds out a lot more about Parle - where he might be and who he's connected with, before the coronavirus forces him to continue his hunt from home.

  
• 03.19.2020

  #09: The Review

  Peter gathers some of his advisors together to look at how his investigation is progressing and to decide the next lines of enquiry.

  
• 03.12.2020

  #08: Ghost Stories

  Peter is still following up suspected sightings of Kevin Parle. He visits a cannabis club where he's told the fugitive is a member, but gets a big breakthrough at a bar in Albir.

  
• 03.05.2020

  #07: Spain

  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.

  
• 02.27.2020

  #06: The Running Men

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

  
• 02.20.2020

  #05: Liverpool

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

  
• 02.13.2020

  #04: Kevin

  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.

  
• 02.06.2020

  #03: Peter

  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.

  
• 02.06.2020

  #02: Lucy

  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.

  
• 02.06.2020

  #01: Liam

  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.

  
• 02.04.2020

  #00 The Preview - Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle

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

  
• 01.07.2019

  Beyond Reasonable Doubt: Just one more thing...

  A short message from Chris about his new podcast: End Of Days

  
• 07.23.2018

  Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #18 'The Last Few Steps'

  This all action final episode features the first broadcast interview with Michael Peterson’s own sister and has reflections on the final 3 episodes of The Staircase TV series.

  
• 07.16.2018

  Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #17 'The Peterson Show'

  The podcast series returns to review new episodes of the TV hit “The Staircase” and features an interview with the film’s director. (reuploaded with fixed audio levels)

  
• 09.19.2017

  Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #16 'Where Are They Now?'

  The final episode of this series of Beyond Reasonable Doubt tries to tie up some of the loose ends of the case, Chris explains how we've tried to speak to some of the other people involved in the case and...

  
• 09.05.2017

  Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #15 'According To Michael'

  In the penultimate episode of the series, Chris talks to Michael Peterson himself. In a tense and unedited interview, Mr Peterson tells Chris what he thinks is wrong with the series, re-affirms his innocence and answers some of your listener...

  
• 08.29.2017

  Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #14 'Judge and Jury'

  Chris goes behind the scenes of the original Peterson trial and is given rare interviews with Judge Orlando Hudson, the then D.A Jim Hardin - now also a judge - and juror Kelli Colgan. They talk about the stresses...

  
• 08.21.2017

  Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #13 'A Sister's Story'

  Candace Zamperini sits down with Chris and talks openly and powerfully of how the loss of her sister and the twists and turns of the tragedy since then have affected her and her family....

  
• 08.15.2017

  Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #12 'Compromise and Confrontation'

  Michael Peterson returns to court in the hope of doing a deal. Kathleen's sisters are determined that he should be reminded that their loss hasn't got any easier over the 16 years since she died...

  
• 08.08.2017

  Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #11 'Alford Schmalford'

  After nearly 3000 days in jail, Michael Peterson is out – but should he get a new trial, have his case thrown out – or something else ?...

  
• 08.03.2017

  Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #10a 'Owl Theory Q&A'

  Chris goes back to the man behind “Owl Theory” and gets answers to your Twitter questions about whether a bird could have contributed to the death of Kathleen Peterson…

  
• 08.03.2017

  Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #10 'The Return of 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...

  
• 07.25.2017

  Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #9 'Owl Theory'

  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!

  
• 07.17.2017

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

  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...

  
• 07.10.2017

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

  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.

  
• 07.04.2017

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

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

  
• 06.27.2017

  Beyond Reasonable Doubt: #5 'Christmas In Jail'

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

  
• 06.19.2017

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

  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...

  
• 06.19.2017

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

  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...

  
• 06.15.2017

  Beyond Reasonable Doubt: Preview 2

  BBC Radio 5 live's Chris Warburton presents the most captivating real life true-crime story you have never heard of - the famous novelist, a body at the bottom of the staircase, a series of extraordinary events and a court case...

  
• 06.06.2017

  Beyond Reasonable Doubt: Preview 1

  The most captivating real life true-crime story you have never heard of - the famous novelist, a body at the bottom of the staircase, a series of extraordinary events and a court case that grabbed the attention of the world....