Lies and Manipulation in New True Crime Podcast

A podcast about lies that demands closer listening

The new podcast series 'Someone Knows Something' presents a distinctive type of criminal case: a pregnant woman whose claims of rape, baby accidents, and mysterious comas lead midwives into uncertain territory between compassion and suspicion.

The series, available on Apple Podcasts and other streaming platforms, consists of six episodes that build toward revealing the truth behind the escalating crisis. For listeners who have followed podcasts such as Crime Junkie and My Favorite Murder, 'Someone Knows Something' offers a similarly in-depth approach to understanding human manipulation and complex deception.

Why this series feels relevant now

The true crime genre has evolved significantly over the past decade. While viewers once relied on exotic American murder stories, modern investigative podcasting now explores the darker corners of lies and psychological manipulation that can occur right in our own communities.

'Someone Knows Something' takes precisely this evolution as its starting point. The series focuses not on spectacular violence or street crime, but on how lies can destroy professional relationships and affect people working within healthcare. Midwives who must navigate between trusting their patients and protecting both mother and child face an ethical dilemma that grows increasingly complex as the series progresses.

Manipulation as a criminal tool

One of the central themes in the series is manipulation as a form of crime. Many modern true crime listeners have become aware that lies and deception can be as destructive as physical violence. When a pregnant woman systematically tells increasingly serious stories—from allegations of rape to comatose states—a narrative emerges that becomes difficult for those around her to challenge or question.

This form of social engineering within healthcare is particularly compelling because it affects not just the individual patient or professional, but entire teams working together. Trust is broken, communication becomes difficult, and it becomes unclear who should be heard—and when the truth will finally emerge.

For fans of narrative true crime

Listeners who appreciate series like Serial, where the story unfolds slowly over multiple episodes, will likely be drawn to 'Someone Knows Something'. The series employs a classic narrative structure, with each episode adding new layers of complexity and doubt.

The podcast's strength lies in its ability to prompt listeners to ask their own questions. Perhaps you believed the main character in earlier episodes. Should you have? And what does it mean when the truth is finally revealed? This speculative element transforms the series into more than just documentation of a case—it becomes a self-reflective work on distinguishing lies from truth.

Where to listen

The series is available via Apple Podcasts and distributed through other major podcast platforms where true crime fans find their favorites. With its focused six-part structure, it's easy to work through and provides material for both individual listening and discussions among friends and on social media.