On April 28th, 1996, the peaceful seascape of Port Arthur, Tasmania, became the site of the worst mass shooting in Australia’s history.

 In this week’s Uncovered episode, Brian walks us through the chilling timeline of the Port Arthur Massacre—44 minutes that left 35 people dead and 23 wounded. With a methodical breakdown of the shooter’s movements, the weapons used, and the immediate law enforcement response, Brian lays out the cold, hard facts of a case that shocked the world and forever changed Australia’s gun laws.

From the haunting lead-up to the attack to the manhunt and eventual arrest of Martin Bryant, this episode dissects the known details with the precision and clarity you’ve come to expect from Uncovered. No speculation. No dramatization. Just the truth, as grim and devastating as it is.If you’ve ever wondered how one day can reshape a nation, this case is a sobering example.

🔎 Next up Wednesday: Dani takes the same case and reimagines key moments in ReWired—where psychology meets possibility.

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Until next time —The facts matter.
The details matter.
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