Two new books go behind the scenes on the Teacher’s Pet case. One is by Lyn Dawson’s daughter, Shanelle, and the other is by Hedley Thomas, creator of the internationally successful podcast.
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While Dawson’s conviction may seem like a win for investigative journalism, it remains unclear if true crime entertainment can regularly play a tangible role in achieving justice.
It’s highly unusual for a journalist to pursue someone he thinks has been involved in foul play by publishing a popular podcast. But the trial verdict will give Hedley Thomas enormous gratification.
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Emeritus Professor of Law and Criminal Justice, University of South Australia
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Senior Lecturer - Criminology and Justice Studies, RMIT University
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Associate Lecturer in Criminology and Justice Studies, RMIT University
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Honorary Associate Lecturer, School of Humanities and Social Science, University of Newcastle
