Uncover

by CBC
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True Crime #86

A body is pulled from the ocean, and a race against time to capture one of the world's most wanted criminals begins.


This is the story of a con man who couldn't stop lying. A tale of murder, stolen identities, fine art, a diaper stuffed with gold bars, and a crime solved by a Rolex watch. From rural Canada to coastal England, he lied and deceived at every turn.


Award-winning podcaster Sam Mullins (Chameleon: Dr. Dante & Wild Boys) takes you inside the world of a devious scammer whose trail of destruction crosses continents and decades. So who is he? And how did this ruthless villain finally get unmasked?


About UNCOVER: Crime. Investigation. Revelation. Uncover brings you explosive, high-caliber true crime year-round. From CIA mind control to serial abuse, mysterious disappearances to wrongful imprisonment. Each season features a new host who is deeply connected to the story, committed to tracking down the truth. With over 30 seasons to choose from, Uncover represents the best in true crime.


For early access to episodes, plus ad-free listening, visit apple.co/cbctruecrime.

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  • MeNotYou2251
    Stop trying so hard
    Great story, well produced. Host tries too hard to insert humor or has too many corny interjections to story. His attempts to be dramatic fall flat.
  • ppleejkt
    Late joiner, glad to have found it
    Season 1 episode 6 made me want to sit in a vat of Purell from the utter grossness of the lawyer. Great investigative reporting.
  • EskerChance
    This is among the best. Like Bear Brook in terms of appeal and quality.
    Well told. Gripping. Not offensive. Not repetitive. Unbelievable story.
  • Fanodthepod
    Sea of lies fan
    Great story, well told and well researched!
  • SGBeaver
    Riveting!
    Wow! This story is nearly incredible with all of the twists and turns, all the victims, all the lies. Con upon brazen con. What’s truly remarkable about this podcast however is the storytelling. So very well done! A++ work!
  • Zeffyduddudu
    I love it!
    This is amazing.The way the story was told is just incredible!!!!!!!!!!
  • mart1235
    season 32 sea of lies
    excellent!! very well done
  • WonderWoman303
    Outstanding
    I had a hard time listening to the Band episodes. But they are all just outstanding. Touching, informative.
  • No ads. Real money
    Season 23 the pit
    This guy has zero accountability and how convenient he remembers nothing. Because he hit his head. He takes no responsibility, even for things he was charged with. So irritating hearing his voice
  • Nilu r.
    The perfect story telling
    I lost a whole night of sleep because I could not turn it off.
  • CcLahrsto
    Impeccable.
    The most well done true crime podcast I’ve listened to. Respectful to victims, thorough, intelligently lighthearted when warranted and SO well produced. Great audio. Great tonality. The story was fascinating and the telling of it was flawless. Binged the entire thing!
  • Binski_1
    Could not stop listening!
    Totally binged this! The narrator and writing are outstanding. I just found this podcast and I am so happy there are so many seasons!
  • MaineAh207
    Sam Mullins - Podcaster Extraordinaire
    This host (with 32 seasons alone for Sea of Lies thus far - there are many hosts in this series alone) is far and away the most compelling writer/author/host of any podcast out there. Ira Glass, PJVogt, Glynn Washington - move over. Mr. Mullin is destine for greatness, rivaling the success of the 3 of you combined!
  • banjosshadow
    Sea of Lies review
    Great storytelling! Sam Mullins is one of my favorites. Very well done.
  • Ryan Dene
    Must Listen
    What a story. It dives into the depths one man will go to keep his charade continuing and the peope he must crush along the way. They do an amazing job of keeping you engaged and on the hook for the next episode.
  • Aveech
    It’s a good one
    This is a good one! And I love Sam Mullins’ voice and storytelling. I’ve listened to his other 2 podcasts and I was pleasantly surprised when I heard his voice on this one!
  • katharinkat
    One of the best (worst) True Crime Stories
    This story has it all: Boats, murder, ponzi schemes, kidnapping, grooming, intrigue. I was hooked right away. Beautiful story telling about deception, murder and greed.
  • theoriginalflymighty
    So Good
    First episode captured me instantly. Had to subscribe to binge it within days. Fantastic storytelling.
  • AZshunshine
    Every Ad Is For A Terrorist Organization
    I really enjoy listening to the podcast which is really interesting and well produced. What I cannot get past is that every advertisement is for a “pro-life” terrorist organization that has been tied to the horrific deaths of countless women in health crises with various normal pregnancy complications. Stop taking blood money from terrorists.
  • shelbyreviewinstuff
    Interesting but bad interviewing
    Because of their relationship, the narrator is far too kind to Sarah. She really acts like a complete victim and takes so little accountability for what she put others through. She has three “slaves” and knew it was a pyramid scheme she was at the top of. She seemed to not care until she noticed initials on her body. It took damage to her body to care, not an ounce of care for the damage she caused to other people she got into this cult.
  • It is Debbie
    One of the Best
    I’ve listened to podcasts every single day for about4 years now - on my drive to work, my walks, cleaning house, etc. This is the 2nd time a podcast has prompted me, a cheapskate, to subscribe. I absolutely could not wait to hear the next episode. The narrator drops little mysterious hints of what’s to come. And then when he gets there, it is even more interesting than expected. I just love everything about this podcast. Well done.
  • nordseg
    Love the sea of lies
    Really enjoyed this, binge worthy.
  • Engman19
    Honestly
    There are way too many episodes about gay people and tyranny’s. I found out that they actually have a school for tyranny’s and gay teens. Is everyone gay in canada?
  • gigi896
    Too many episodes
    Good reporting, but too stretched out in my opinion
  • Ppammycakess
    Season 23 - The Pit - no closure
    I loved this reporting and story telling until the last say, 5 episodes. Recordings were replayed way too much. And honestly not to add a final episode after his conviction and sentence was disappointing.
  • p_ jones
    Well Done!
    This is how podcasts should be: Straight ahead, great research, get to the point with a single narrator. Best podcast I have listened to in a long time
  • Rosey Nosey P
    Only 4 minutes in and love what I’m hearing.
    As humans we know what we like and if you’re really in tune you don’t have to let time pass by to question whether or not you’re going to like it. In conclusion, within the first few spoken words from the narrator I was excited knowing I found yet another great podcast. I won’t waist more of your time explaining. If you know, you know;)
  • AlexandraUGA
    BORING
    Your next episode can be how I died of boredom listening.
  • Sese128947292737281632
    Great!
    This is actually a really good podcast. I’m listening to the latest season, first three episodes have me hooked!
  • ekd6
    Excellent
    Excellent all around. Gripping story, top notch reporting and story telling. Just really really well done.
  • K Twist
    Exceptionally Satisfying
    I enjoyed this from start to finish. I had a project that I ditched to listen to it in one day. Worth it! A gripping story, well told. Thank you.
  • daland7
    So Clear they don’t want to find the truth.
    After listening to this amazing podcast it is so very clear- they simply do not want to bring closure. After ALL OF THESE YEARS- they have nothing . And as usual these officials and enforcement agencies are obviously threatened by new ideas, new eyes and better crime Solving. And so the families suffer.
  • Brainerd6
    CBC is the best!
    I have been listening to podcasts for many years, starting with “What You Missed In History” and have only written a handful of reviews over the years, but I have to say that the CBC podcasts in general and Sea of Lies in particular, are some of the best I have ever heard. The narration, editing, and storytelling is amazing. I cannot wait to hear more. CBC should have as many subscribers as the top American Podcasts!
  • Vislavie
    Excellent!
    Well done, NOT repetitive, great interviews. Storytelling at its best. Highly recommend!
  • Boi Willy
    To the person who said check your facts
    In the podcast, he clearly says that it is an urban legend which the father believed about the dead bodies
  • Schhhiejsn
    Top tier
    I did a google image search of Cliff Richard too, it’s great storytelling.
  • immigrant wiman
    Excellent storytelling
    Not drawn out, not exploitative, just really well done.
  • laurafmd
    Sea of Lies was so well done!
    Sea of lies was so well done. The interviews are excellent, and the storytelling is top notch spanning two continents. Thank you so much for this adventure.
  • hdokay
    Rewound to relisten multiple times
    This is an amazing podcast! Often I will listen to good stories in the background. This, I cleared my schedule for. I took walks by myself, I listened instead of watching tv. Any bit I was distracted by, I rewound again so I wouldn’t miss a detail. I love it,
  • A Brit in DC
    Check your facts
    In the UK, if you find a body and no one comes forward to claim it, the local authority is responsible for arranging the burial or cremation, meaning they will cover the costs of disposing of the body; you are not liable for the burial costs as a finder of the body. This is often referred to as a "public health funeral" where the council will make reasonable attempts to locate relatives before proceeding with the arrangements.
  • rmaixkepaxjnz
    Well made
    I’m on the edge of my seat with the latest season!
  • Teon77
    Sea of Lies 🔥
    Outstanding!!! Well researched, professionally narrated, best I have heard in a long time.
  • Bonnerkc
    Fantastic!
    The whole series of Uncover is so informative and done with such taste and research! I’m hooked on every story.
  • claire mccormick
    Season 29
    Don’t waste your time. Terrible season. If they never irresponsibly published the article five people would be alive
  • posseh
    Best of the best
    It will be very hard to find a better more gripping raw truth of a podcast!!!
  • courtmartial
    The BEST investigative reports
    Unbelievable truths uncovered. Every single season is amazing!! Now CBC pods are my go to
  • KeepYourMindOpen
    This is worth your time!
    I listen to audiobooks & podcasts every day at work. I do a lot of paperwork so I have to find something that piques my interest & doesn’t make me fall asleep! The 1st season I listened to was Hunting Warhead. It was done very well. I’m also very pleased with the way they respected the victims. 🙏 10 out of 10 recommend 😊
  • Lila GG
    I’ve listened to almost every season
    ….and Uncover is amongst the best investigative journalism podcasts available. Brilliantly done, even with each season being so different. I would say that Season 26 Outlaw Ocean better win an award. It’s such an achievement. My only improvement I would request is that the CBC update the cover art. It’s really rudimentary for such a sophisticated podcast. Otherwise, everything they do is perfection.
  • Nooooooch
    Season 23 review only
    Season was well done, well researched. But the audio was mixed so low that I had to have it at full blast to hear it, unless I was in a totally quiet environment.
  • DM051912
    Season 26 Outlaw Ocean
    Reporter speaks so softly that it’s very difficult to hear to podcast. Even turning the volume up very loud doesn’t help. It’s a fascinating podcast but I strained to hear every episode.
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