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Bear Brook

NHPR
New Hampshire
Youth Development Center
January 6th
Abuse Scandal
Child Abuse
Juvenile Detention Center
Capitol Police
Terry Peter Rasmussen
Sharon Johnson
Jason Carroll
Juvenile Justice System
Law Enforcement
PTSD
Emelia Campbell
Rhea Rasmussen
Public Safety
Mental Health
Brian Sicknick
Genetic Genealogy
Repatriation

Bear Brook, hosted by Jason Moon, is the critically-acclaimed true crime podcast from New Hampshire Public Radio. Season 1 - Two barrels. Four Bodies. And a cold case that’s changing how murders will be investigated forever. Season 2: A True Crime Story - Jason Carroll is serving life in prison for a murder he says he didn’t commit. The only evidence against him? His own taped confession. More tha... more

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Recent Guests

Nate Hegyi
Host of Outside In
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Episode: Introducing: Operation Night Cat
Ron Arsenault
Conservation officer with New Hampshire's Fish and Game Department
New Hampshire Fish and Game Department
Episode: Introducing: Operation Night Cat
Officer Emelia Campbell
A Capitol Police officer who witnessed the January 6th riot and its aftermath.
Capitol Police
Episode: Emelia's Thing
Vince Carrogg
A police officer and part of the Wounded Blue nonprofit supporting traumatized law enforcement officers.
Wounded Blue
Episode: Emelia's Thing
Ada Carruth
Emelia's sister, with a close family relationship that provided emotional support after January 6th.
Episode: Emelia's Thing
Felix Poon
A reporter for Outside In who has reported extensively on the ethical dilemmas surrounding human remains.
Outside In
Episode: Introducing: What Remains from Outside/In
Paul Wolf Mitchell
Graduate student at the University of Pennsylvania involved in research on the Morton Cranial Collection.
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: Introducing: What Remains from Outside/In
Christopher Woods
Director of the Penn Museum, involved in changes regarding how remains are handled.
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Lyra Montero
Anthropological archaeologist and critic of the Penn Museum practices.
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Host

Jason Moon
Host and producer known for combining investigative journalism with personal storytelling to uncover deep emotional truths and societal issues.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 21.5k ratings
  • Captivating

    Jason Moon does a deep dive into his cases, taking his time to give you a picture of the victims, the families and interweaves a beautiful story that captivates his listeners. He has my attention for anything else he creates

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CCVBSM2018
    United States22 days ago
  • Decent

    This is a decent podcast. I’m writing in reference to season 2. It would have been nice to lay a bit more respect to the victim Sharon by explaining her story, her life, the crime itself. It’s literally all about Jason and who’ll I agree that portion of the case is not only interesting but necessary to cover, in an 8 episode podcast I feel one episode could’ve been about the victim.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    SammySee93
    Australia22 days ago
  • ⭐️Wow ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    True crime narrated clearly, logically & without bias. Interesting stories, not the over told ones we all know too well.

    Enjoyable listening

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lislucy
    Australia23 days ago
  • Best of the Best

    I rarely listen to a series twice. I go back to Bear Brook again and again. Have recommended it friends and family across the pond as well. If it hadn’t won awards, it should. It’s a fundamental.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    United Statesa month ago
  • Major

    The best

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Iamthebest65
    Spaina month ago

Listeners Say

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In-depth investigative storytelling that captivates and informs.
Emotional narratives that resonate deeply with listeners and provoke thought.
Critically acclaimed for its quality of research and presentation, making it a standout in the true crime genre.
Listeners appreciate the well-crafted episodes and the depth given to complex, often underrepresented issues.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#72
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Apple Podcasts
#50
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#105
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#108
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#213
Italy/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#233
France/True Crime

Talking Points

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The Middle Child
Q: How are you feeling right now, Diane?
Diane expressed a mix of emotions, feeling overwhelmed and hesitant to hope fully about the identification of her half-sister, Rhea.
Bonus: ‘Crime Story’
Q: How does Jason feel about the possibilities of exoneration?
He is hopeful yet realistic, understanding the complexity of the situation and the long time he has been incarcerated.
Bonus: ‘Crime Story’
Q: What is the New England Innocence Project's involvement in Jason's case?
They have taken interest in Jason's wrongful conviction and are actively seeking new evidence that could prove his innocence.
Bonus: ‘Crime Story’
Q: What role did Jason's mother play during his interrogation?
She was present during one of the interrogations and was recorded yelling at him, which complicated the emotional and psychological aspects of the case.
Bonus: ‘Crime Story’
Q: What did Jason admit to during the interrogations?
He gave several conflicting versions of his involvement, which led to confusion and complications in the narrative of the case.

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A compelling true crime narrative unfolds with an exploration of complex criminal cases that challenge perceptions of justice and truth. The storytelling is anchored by emotional testimonies and investigative reports about cold cases, wrongful convictions, and the consequences of the legal system on individuals and families. In particular, the podcast shines a light on unique investigative techniques, such as genetic genealogy, and how they transform the dynamics of case resolution. Listeners encounter personal stories that reveal the profound impacts of crime on communities, making it a poignant journey into the lives affected by these narratives, as well as an examination of larger societal issues within the justice system.

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1. In The Dark
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Bear Brook launched 7 years ago and published 26 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Nate Hegyi
2. Ron Arsenault
3. Officer Emelia Campbell
4. Vince Carrogg
5. Ada Carruth
6. Felix Poon
7. Paul Wolf Mitchell
8. Christopher Woods

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