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Life and Crimes with Andrew Rule

Hosted by True Crime Australia · education · EN-US · 502 episodes

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Subscribe to Crime X+ today.Andrew Rule is one of Australia's most prolific journalists and authors. In Life and Crimes, the True Crime Australia and Sunday Herald Sun columnist shines a light on the dark corners of Australian life, from the story behind the biggest mysteries, to the characters of yesterday and the crims of today. Produced by Jonty Burton.

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What is Life and Crimes with Andrew Rule about?

Subscribe to Crime X+ today. Andrew Rule is one of Australia's most prolific journalists and authors. In Life and Crimes, the True Crime Australia and Sunday Herald Sun columnist shines a light on the dark corners of Australian life, from the story behind the biggest mysteries, to the characters of yesterday and the crims of today. Produced by Jonty Burton.

Who hosts Life and Crimes with Andrew Rule?

Life and Crimes with Andrew Rule is hosted by True Crime Australia. The show has published 502 episodes to date.

What has Life and Crimes with Andrew Rule covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Who killed Rick? Murder in central Victoria" (23 October 2026, 27 minutes), "I was a contraband chopper pilot. Part 2" (16 October 2026, 35 minutes), and "The last link to an island murder mystery" (2 October 2026, 26 minutes).

How often does Life and Crimes with Andrew Rule publish?

Life and Crimes with Andrew Rule publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 32 minutes across 502 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Life and Crimes with Andrew Rule?

Booking probability for Life and Crimes with Andrew Rule is 38%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Life and Crimes with Andrew Rule requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Life and Crimes with Andrew Rule's contact route on record: verified email.

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True Crime Australia hosts Life and Crimes with Andrew Rule, an education show with 502 episodes published.

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  • Episode #237

    Who killed Rick? Murder in central Victoria

    Oct 23, 202627 minS1

    Six months after the mysterious murder of “salt of the earth” farmer Rick Wills - who was found buried in a shallow grave on his own land - the question for investigators is not identifying their prime...

  • Episode #236

    I was a contraband chopper pilot. Part 2

    Oct 16, 202635 minS1

    Last week Tim Smith told the tale of his speedy intro to helicopter flying and the Canadian underworld. This week, he describes how it all came undone. Subscribe to Crime X+  to hear episodes early and ad...

  • Episode #234

    The last link to an island murder mystery

    Oct 2, 202626 minS1

    Warning: Episode discusses self harm. Fergus Cameron was born to fortune, but a deadly love triangle would underline his unfortunate life. Subscribe to Crime X+  to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock...

  • Episode #232

    The gumboot mystery of Kaye King. A son's search: Part 1

    Sep 18, 202634 minS1

    In 2018  Andrew Rule outlined the death of Kaye King. Now, eight years later, Kaye's son Jason joins the show with more. Subscribe to Crime X+  to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and...

  • Episode #232

    Gunshots in Altona North: The shooting of Fadi Haddara

    Aug 28, 202630 minS1

    When a crime family patriarch was found in a pool of blood outside his home, it marked another red chapter in Melbourne's latest underworld war. Anthony Dowsley joins the show to discuss. Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear...

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  • Episode #231

    A eulogy for Granny Evil

    Aug 21, 202631 minS1

    Kath Pettingill raised a brood of killers and dealers and theives, and her own life was peppered with crime and loss. Subscribe to Crime X+  to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our...

  • Episode #230

    Nikki Justice: Serving punchlines

    Aug 14, 202639 minS1

    Most comedians learn how to handle a room by dealing with a few awkward open-mic hecklers. Nikki Justice learned how to survive in Perth’s underworld. She joins Andrew Rule to tell some tales. Find out...

  • Episode #229

    Murder myster in a troubled land

    Aug 7, 202635 minS1

    A President shot and a rebel leader gunned down. Author Paul Toohey joins the show to tell the story of the day Timor-Leste descended into madness. Find more about Paul Toohey's book at:&nbsp...

  • Episode #228

    A young witness to the waterfront war

    Jul 31, 202632 minS1

    Monica was a child when she saw a gangland slaying. That moment would turn her world upside down. She tells her story for the first time to Andrew Rule.  Subscribe to Crime X+  to hear episodes early and ad...

  • Episode #227

    Horror in Pattaya

    Jul 24, 202625 minS1

    Australia has been transfixed by the alleged murder of a Thai girl and the Australian man accused of her killing. Investigative reporter Stephen Drill has just returned from the scene at Pattaya. He joins guest host...

  • Episode #226

    Melbourne's own art caper

    Jul 17, 202637 minS1

    It's one of Australia's enduring unsolved art crimes: the theft of a Picasso from the National Gallery of Victoria. Now, 40 years later, author A.T. Prewitt has imagined who could have been behind the crime. Find more...

  • Episode #225

    Bar wars: From a horrifying ordeal to a safety beacon

    Jul 10, 202627 minS1

    Bar owner Dominic Porter and his family survived first an attack on his business then a horrifying home invasion. He tells Andrew Rule about how it inspired him to create a community safety app. More about the&nbsp...

  • Episode #224

    A pretty big deal in a quiet sleepy place

    Jul 3, 202622 minS1

    Andrew Rule goes in search for an answer to a mystery that's very close to home. Subscribe to Crime X+  to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime...

  • Episode #223

    The subtle art of standover: When debt collection goes bad

    Jun 26, 202630 minS1

    If you owe  a lot of money, you better pray you owe it to understanding people. Andrew Rule explains. Subscribe to Crime X+  to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of...

  • Episode #222

    Bad sports: More tales of competitors who've turned to the shady side

    Jun 19, 202628 minS1

    As the globe turns its gaze to the World Cup, Andrew Rule takes a local look at more sporting characters who have fallen out of favour. Subscribe to Crime X+  to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus...

  • Episode #221

    A murder mystery and a touch of history with Candice Fox

    Jun 12, 202643 minS1

    When one of Australia's most well-known crime authors sat down to write her latest novel, she found an eerie link to her own family's past. Find more about Candice Fox's latest book Redbelly Crossing at...

  • Episode #220

    The evil deeds of two evil men. Part 2

    Jun 5, 202643 minS1

    WARNING: DISTURBING CONTENT. Last week, we went through the story of one of Queensland's most notorious abductions. This week we return to Adelaide and look at how that case up north may be linked to another horror in...

  • Episode #219

    The evil deeds of two evil men. Part 1

    May 29, 202627 minS1

    WARNING: DISTURBING CONTENT. Could the disappearance of two sets of children half a continent away be linked? Andrew Rule examines the mystery that starts with the murders of Judith and Susan Mackay. Subscribe to Crime...

  • Episode #219

    The evil deeds of two evil men. Part 1

    May 29, 202627 minS1

    <p>WARNING: DISTURBING CONTENT. Could the disappearance of two sets of children half a continent away be linked? Andrew Rule examines the mystery that starts with the murders of Judith and Susan Mackay.</p> <p>Subscribe...

  • Episode #218

    The monsterous teacher and the very brave boy

    May 22, 202644 minS1

    WARNING: DISTURBING CONTENT. When a string of children went missing from Adelaide's quiet suburban streets, police were stumped.&nbsp;It took some quick thinking from a frightened child to bring the murderer to justice...

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