Phil Weiss

Phil Weiss, an author and investigative writer, dives deep into the tragic murder of Peace Corps volunteer Deb Gardner in Tonga. He shares his obsessive quest for the truth and recounts the unsettling circumstances surrounding her death. The podcast reveals the inadequacies of the Peace Corps' response, the flawed investigation, and the controversial trial that led to a not guilty verdict by reason of insanity. Phil discusses his outrage over the U.S. government's failures and highlights the lasting impact of Deb’s story on those who knew her.