Life and Crimes with Andrew Rule

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.

Dear Rachelle: Ash Hansen on the missing nine hours
Apr 18, 2025 – 34:26
The murder of Rosalyn Nolte: A most remarkably evil act
Apr 11, 2025 – 45:41
Sean Christian Price: Evil man, tragic history
Apr 4, 2025 – 27:32
The art of the scam - and how to stop it
Mar 28, 2025 – 34:37
The outback court reporter
Mar 14, 2025 – 38:09
Suburbs under siege
Mar 7, 2025 – 28:27
Q&A: Guns, scams and spooky things in South Australia
Mar 1, 2025 – 22:54
Behind the doors of Australia's bikie gangs
Feb 28, 2025 – 29:56
Fugitives in foreign lands
Feb 21, 2025 – 33:15
A mother's pain at a boy off the rails
Feb 14, 2025 – 39:43
Punisher: The life and death of Sam Abdulrahim
Feb 7, 2025 – 25:32
Joey and Shirley fought the law
Jan 31, 2025 – 48:28
A gangster, a lambo and an honest man
Jan 24, 2025 – 33:24
A simple twist of fate
Jan 21, 2025 – 40:55
The murder of Michelle Buckingham
Jan 17, 2025 – 25:11
Backup is three hours away. Part 2
Jan 10, 2025 – 30:40
Backup is three hours away. Part 1
Jan 3, 2025 – 27:39
A Life and Crimes summer reading guide
Dec 27, 2024 – 26:33
2024 - a year in crime: Part 2
Dec 20, 2024 – 20:33
2024 - a year in crime: Part 1
Dec 13, 2024 – 29:37
The tale of Nick the Riverman
Dec 6, 2024 – 30:25
Rap can be a dangerous game – even in Australia
Nov 29, 2024 – 26:32
Stan James: The death of a criminal mastermind
Nov 22, 2024 – 47:07
A gold grab, a hire car and a town called Dollar
Nov 8, 2024 – 21:09
The orphan guns of Victoria
Nov 8, 2024 – 42:33
The art of the heist
Nov 1, 2024 – 24:39
Q&A:Bung Siriboon, Badness Binse and more
Oct 25, 2024 – 21:41
A gun fight with the country bandit
Oct 18, 2024 – 32:26
Geoff Clark: Rapist, thug and thief
Oct 11, 2024 – 26:49
The Easey Street suspect - Perry Kouroumblis
Oct 4, 2024 – 30:28
BONUS EPISODE: Four conversations about crime
Sep 30, 2024 – 13:56
The untold story of poor Antje Jones
Sep 27, 2024 – 47:34
The survivor of St Kilda
Sep 20, 2024 – 20:37
Who killed Colonel Duncan? A swinging 60's murder mystery
Sep 13, 2024 – 32:20
BONUS EPISODE: A horse named Winx - a new documentary
Sep 10, 2024 – 28:58
Off the rails: The youth crime crisis
Sep 6, 2024 – 37:15
BONUS EPISODE: Q and A - Mr Cruel questions, crooked cops and crooks that won't stay away
Sep 3, 2024 – 21:59
The Tapp tragedy revisited: Part 2
Aug 30, 2024 – 23:56
The Tapp tragedy revisited: Part 1
Aug 23, 2024 – 26:26
Diamonds, toecutters and a scared little boy
Aug 16, 2024 – 35:26
BONUS EPISODE: Chasing the missing $49 million
Aug 13, 2024 – 24:09
George Marrogi's prison telephone
Aug 9, 2024 – 23:16
Tales of the kingpin and the crooked cop
Aug 2, 2024 – 38:30
Catching the Ascot Vale rapist
Jul 26, 2024 – 17:22
Three black widows and one a shade of grey
Jul 19, 2024 – 31:49
The kids are not all alright
Jul 12, 2024 – 25:09
BONUS EPISODE: The last woman to hang
Jul 9, 2024 – 37:03
Inside the Wonnangatta investigation
Jul 5, 2024 – 34:24
A harrowing crime and a quest for justice
Jun 28, 2024 – 41:48
BONUS EPISODE: The Missing Campers trial - the verdict
Jun 25, 2024 – 25:31

Recent Reviews

Kyary pamyurind

If I had to choose only one podcast I could listen to, it would be this one.

Andrew Rule is a fantastic teller of tales, and the title is accurate, some about life (all sorts）and some about crimes. Great stories but as with comedy, it’s not the joke it’s how you tell it. Great voice, human and humorous perspective.
clovergraves

one of my favorites

interesting and thorough stories, great perspective, great everything
Georgia Boy US sailorman

Life and Crimes

I like the delivery and info in the front and back story. Well done.
NappyDresser

Grimey as it gets!

Yanks Love It!
SpazWaylon

Do Yourself a Favor!

I am a boring American. No worries. This guy has a tremendously relaxing voice and only tells ridiculously interesting stories that simply make me want to live in this land down under. Not because of crime but because of the decency of the good people that occupy this land!!
arcreighton

Cuckoo

Please, please, please re- release Cuckoo! I’m so enjoying these episodes and can’t wait to get my hands on the full novel. Love the podcast!
Bozher

Binge!

I just found this one and it’s great.
Bristle cone

Yuk

Listening to a bad cop reminiscing. Gross
elinka s

Great

Love the podcasts 😊
Donna207

love it

love it
mkwall

Love this podcast!

I heard Andrew on the Australian true crime podcast last week and subscribed immediately. I’m so glad I did! I’ve been binge listening ever since! He has a great pace and the tone is spot on for the genre. I usually stay away from episodes in other podcasts involving crimes against children but Andrew handles them in such a manner (respectfully and without graphic details) that I don’t have to skip any episodes.
Remie4

A wonderful story teller

I know I’m stating the obvious when I say that Andrew is an amazing story teller, but I feel this compliment is due him because it is a gift that I find many true crime podcasters do not possess. The stories are compelling and while short in length, they are still filled with great detail. Very interesting stories. I would love to see Andrew do a serial podcast. I’m from the US, however I listen to many Australian true crime podcast. I’ve always loved Australia & would love to visit someday..maybe this is just my way of getting to know more about life there..however I do believe we have a much greater number of pathetic serial killers, gangsters, rapist, and murders. Lucky me :) Great show!!!! Thank you & please keep them coming!
Beck1113

I like this!

I really like this!