Allison after NXIVM from Uncover
CBC
You think you know the NXIVM story. The secretive self-help empire. The sex cult headlines. The downfall of its leader, Keith Raniere.But the most famous woman at the centre of the story has remained largely silent. Allison after NXIVM tells the story of Allison Mack: former Smallville actress, high-ranking NXIVM member, and convicted felon. With exclusive access following her release from prison, this series traces her astonishing path from Smallville fame to NXIVM’s inner circle — and her effort to rebuild a life in the wreckage.Through raw interviews and revealing conversations with those who knew her before, during, and after NXIVM, this season dives deep into the gray zones of influence, accountability, and redemption.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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Jan 30, 2024 • 3min
S24 Trailer: Hunting Warhead
A new investigative series from CBC Podcasts and the Norwegian newspaper VG, Hunting Warhead follows an international team of police officers as they attempt to track down the people behind a massive child-abuse site on the dark web — and the morally complicated lengths authorities will go to to do so.
Dec 25, 2023 • 28min
S23 E1: A strong lady | "The Pit"
It's winter in Saskatchewan and Sheree Fertuck is hard at work hauling gravel in her semi-truck. She has lunch with her mom but doesn't come back for supper. The next day, her semi is found abandoned in a gravel pit. Sheree is nowhere to be seen.
For more, including a 360 video experience of the gravel pit, visit cbc.ca/thepit
Dec 25, 2023 • 34min
S23 E2: Echo in the valley | "The Pit"
The search for Sheree Fertuck is underway. Police are digging, questioning, and looking for suspects. Suspicions about what might have happened to Sheree begin to emerge. A neighbour says he remembers hearing a loud noise.
For more, including a 360 video experience of the gravel pit, visit cbc.ca/thepit
Dec 25, 2023 • 33min
S23 E3: If walls could talk | "The Pit"
Sheree gets married. Soon, cracks in the relationship begin to form. Court documents reveal troubles in Sheree's private life. There's a death threat, weapons, and the police get involved.
For more, including a 360 video experience of the gravel pit, visit cbc.ca/thepit
Dec 25, 2023 • 32min
S23 E4: The north 40 | "The Pit"
Police announce a major breakthrough in Sheree's case. They've put someone behind bars.
A former roommate of the suspect remembers a troubling conversation about Sheree, and the family of the accused protest his innocence.
For more, including a 360 video experience of the gravel pit, visit cbc.ca/thepit
Dec 25, 2023 • 31min
S23 E5: The interview | "The Pit"
A letter to the Saskatoon jail nets our reporters a meeting with the suspect. We hear from him for the first time.
For more, including a 360 video experience of the gravel pit, visit cbc.ca/thepit
Dec 25, 2023 • 31min
S23 E6: Mr. Big | "The Pit"
Police have Sheree’s alleged killer behind bars, but the suspect says he was scared into a confession. Our reporters investigate the controversial police technique that led to his arrest. Meanwhile, people close to Sheree break their silence.
Dec 25, 2023 • 12min
S23 Update Episode: What happened in court | "The Pit"
Greg Fertuck appeared in court for a two-week preliminary hearing in January, 2020. The goal was to decide if he should be tried for murder. This short update explains what happened.
Dec 25, 2023 • 35min
S23 E7: Needle in a haystack | "The Pit"
A close relative thinks Sheree was dumped somewhere near the gravel pit. Police and volunteers searched the area when she disappeared, and again after the arrest. Could the searchers have overlooked her remains?
Dec 25, 2023 • 23min
S23 E8: The Trial | "The Pit"
The podcast discusses the upcoming murder trial of Greg Fertock and the factors that could decide the verdict. Greg's lawyer explains why he's representing him despite not trusting or believing him. Sheree's sisters contemplate their expectations from the trial as Sheree is still missing.
