11 posts tagged with "CBC"

Christine Harron, a book-loving teenager from Hanover, Ontario, leaves for school in the spring of 1993 and is never seen again. A suspect emerges, confessing to her murder, but the case falls apart and Christine's family are left without answers.In Season 9 of the award winning podcast Someone Knows Something,

In this episode of "Missing & Murdered: Finding Cleo," David Ridgen reintroduces the unresolved case of Christine Harron, a 15-year-old who disappeared in Hanover, Ontario, in 1993. The narrative captures the emotional turmoil of her family, particularly her mother, as they faced initial police assumptions that Christine was a runaway. Despite a subsequent confession from a suspect, the case suffered from jurisdictional issues and police mismanagement. Ridgen collaborates with Christine's mother to reexamine the evidence and confront the suspect, all while shedding light on the ongoing struggle for justice and closure for the Harron family.

Today we have a special bonus episode for you from our sibling show Unreserved, a fearless space for Indigenous voices. Host Rosanna Deerchild is ready to Indigenize your summer with a tastemaker’s guide to the best books, movies, podcasts and more. More episodes of Unreserved are available at: https://link.chtbl.com/qKyKgTHk

In this bonus episode of 'Missing & Murdered: Finding Cleo,' host Rosanna Deerchild shares ways to celebrate National Indigenous People's Day throughout the summer. The episode features various recommendations including Indigenous literature, films, and culinary creations that highlight Indigenous voices and experiences, with discussions on Two-Spirit identity, the significance of pride celebrations, and the importance of Indigenous representation in media. Guests like Kyron Potts, Aisha Smith-Belgaba, and Cheryl Carey contribute insights to enrich listeners' engagement with Indigenous culture and advocacy for meaningful representation.

From Spotify comes Stolen Season 3: Trouble In Sweetwater. Violence. Retaliation. Disappearances. The Navajo Nation is 27,000 square miles of remote terrain with just over 200 tribal police officers. This season on Stolen, Connie Walker’s investigation into the cases of two missing women leads her on a search for justice

In this introductory episode of 'Missing & Murdered: Finding Cleo,' investigative reporter Connie Walker explores the challenges of seeking justice on the Navajo Nation, particularly focusing on the cases of two missing women. The episode reveals a disturbing backdrop of violence and a pervasive culture of silence, fueled by mistrust in law enforcement. Families sometimes resort to taking justice into their own hands, reflecting the dire conditions and a belief that evading justice is possible in this sprawling territory. This reporting illuminates the broader issue of Missing & Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP), highlighting systemic failures affecting vulnerable communities.

Even though it was supposed to have been destroyed in 1983, the police file documenting the investigation into Cleo’s death still exists and it contains more detail than Christine ever imagined learning about the last days, hours and even minutes of Cleo’s short life. For transcripts of this series, please

In this episode of "Missing & Murdered: Finding Cleo," investigative reporter Connie Walker explores the poignant letters of Cleo Madonia, a 13-year-old Cree girl, alongside an investigation file documenting her tragic last days in 1983. Cleo's letters reveal her hopes, dreams, and struggles with friendships, family issues, and a troubling relationship with Barry Arnold. The narrative unfolds her emotional turmoil and the circumstances leading to her untimely death, emphasizing the systemic injustices faced by Indigenous children. Ultimately, the episode seeks to honor Cleo's life and the deeper truths surrounding her story.

Christine travels to Pennsylvania for an emotional reunion with her brother, Johnny, who she hasn’t seen since she was a baby. Determined to get more answers about the days and weeks leading up to her sister’s death, Christine finally gets a copy of Cleo’s death certificate. That, and other documents

In Season 2, Episode 9 titled 'Reunion' of the podcast 'Missing & Murdered: Finding Cleo,' host Connie Walker explores Christine's emotional journey to Pennsylvania, where she reunites with her brother Johnny after decades apart. This reunion is intertwined with Christine's quest for closure regarding her sister Cleo's tragic death, a pursuit that leads her to seek critical documents, including Cleo's death certificate. Emotions run high as Christine and Johnny reflect on their shared past, the impact of familial rejection, and their determination to uncover the truth surrounding Cleo's fate, which remains a source of trauma for their family.

A brief encounter with someone who knew Cleo perhaps better than anyone else just before her death reveals crucial details. Connecting new facts about her life leads the investigation to a world far from where Cleo died, back to Little Pine First Nation. For transcripts of this series, please visit:

In S2 Episode 6: Little Pine of 'Missing & Murdered: Finding Cleo,' the investigation into Cleo Semeginis's tragic death at the age of 13 illuminates deep-rooted issues within Indigenous families, particularly around adoption trauma. Through conversations with family members and community leaders from Little Pine First Nation, the episode explores the historical context of Cleo's life, her upbringing, and the systemic challenges faced by Indigenous children. The emotional consequences of her adoption and the quest for understanding and reconciliation are central themes as her family grapples with loss and seeks to reconnect with their cultural roots.

Connie’s chance meeting with the father who Cleo never knew is followed by new revelations about the Semaganis children’s biological mother, Lillian. A picture begins to emerge about why her children were taken, and when she joined the fight to stop the adoption of more Indigenous children into white homes.

In this episode of 'Missing & Murdered: Finding Cleo,' investigative reporter Connie Walker interviews Sidney, Cleo's potential father, unraveling Lillian's struggles as a mother and her emotional pain after losing her children. The discussion delves into Lillian's traumatic past in a residential school, the impact of systemic issues on Indigenous child welfare, and her fight against policies that led to the adoption of Indigenous children into non-Indigenous homes. The episode highlights the generational trauma caused by these experiences, as Lillian grappled with loss and her children's journey in searching for their identities amidst a painful history.

Digging through archives in Saskatchewan, Connie makes a shocking discovery. As she investigates the controversial Adopt Indian Metis program which Cleo and her siblings were a part of, the man who started the program agrees to speak with her about its controversial origins, and legacy. For transcripts of this series,

In this episode of 'Missing & Murdered: Finding Cleo', investigative reporter Connie Walker examines the Adopt Indian Métis (AIM) program, uncovering pivotal moments in Cleo's adoption journey. The program's controversial nature is highlighted as government decisions prioritized cost-savings at the expense of Indigenous children's cultural identities. Insights from social workers reveal the ongoing challenges of placing Indigenous children in permanent homes, while survivors like Raven Sinclair emphasize systemic racism and the traumatic legacies of the Sixties Scoop. The episode underscores the federal government's recognition of Indigenous children's over-representation in care as a humanitarian crisis and the lasting impact of colonial policies on Indigenous families.

As Connie shares some shocking news with Cleo's siblings, the truth about what happened to her remains just out of reach. Police may have answers but can’t share them yet. It's time to visit the one person who's bound to know more.

For transcripts of this series, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/podcastnews/missing-murdered-season-2-finding-cleo-transcripts-listen-1.6733352

In Season 2, Episode 5 of 'Missing & Murdered: Finding Cleo,' investigative reporter Connie Walker reveals to Cleo's siblings the discovery of her grave site in New Jersey along with new insights into her tragic fate. The episode poignantly explores the emotional impact on Cleo's family as they confront the realities of her suspected murder while attempting to return home to Saskatchewan. There is a crucial focus on obtaining further details from law enforcement and Cleo's adoptive family, as they seek closure surrounding her disappearance that has remained unsolved for over four decades.

The search for Cleo leads Connie to investigate a headstone belonging to a 13-year-old girl who died in 1978. The cemetery is more than 20 hours away from Arkansas, where Cleo's family has long believed she was killed.

For transcripts of this series, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/podcastnews/missing-murdered-season-2-finding-cleo-transcripts-listen-1.6733352

In "The funeral home," investigative reporter Connie Walker delves into the disappearance of Cleo, a Cree girl believed to have been abducted in the 1970s. The investigation leads to a grave site in New Jersey linked to Cleo Almedonia, who died in 1978. As Connie and her team uncover disturbing parallels and explore burial records, they confront the complex narrative surrounding Cleo's fate and the tragic circumstances of her life. Emotions rise as connections to Cleo's childhood friends reveal reflections on her joyful personality juxtaposed with the sorrow of her untimely death, reinforcing the need for closure for her family.