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NOT GUILTY – The Craig McLachlan Case is a factual true-crime podcast hosted by Vanessa Scammell, examining the criminal case heard in the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court and the events that unfolded around it. Through interviews, a detailed discussion of public court records, and a close examination of evidence, the series explores aspects of the story that were obscured, neglected or misunderstood in much of the original press coverage. With a calm and considered approach, the podcast invites listeners to engage openly with the full complexity of the case, and to reflect on the consequences of “page one guilt” — when public judgement is formed before a matter is tested in court, and when allegations reach the media before the police. Eight years on, the case continues to exact a heavy personal cost, raising difficult questions about justice, truth, rehabilitation and the enduring impact of accusation beyond a verdict of Not Guilty. This series examines materials that were published by the press, open court witness evidence, preparation materials of Craig McLachlan, personal accounts, court notes and materials made available to the press. The host endeavours to bring forward materials that have not been made public or have been obscured in the telling of this story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Witch Hunt

2026/01/08

Watch the Unfiltered companion interview in which Craig McLachlan sits down with journalist Michael Cain to go beyond the headlines and unpack the story behind Not Guilty: The Craig McLachlan Case Podcast. https://youtu.be/Ap-wyeksXJo?si=pqPYByBJb7ZN91VX NOT GUILTY – The Craig McLachlan Case is a factual true-crime podcast hosted by Vanessa Scammell, examining the criminal case heard in the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court and the events that unfolded around it. Through interviews, a detailed discussion of public court records, and a close examination of evidence, the series explores aspects of the story that were obscured, neglected or misunderstood in much of the original press coverage. With a calm and considered approach, the podcast invites listeners to engage openly with the full complexity of the case, and to reflect on the consequences of “page one guilt” — when public judgement is formed before a matter is tested in court, and when allegations reach the media before the police. Eight years on, the case continues to exact a heavy personal cost, raising difficult questions about justice, truth, rehabilitation and the enduring impact of accusation beyond a verdict of Not Guilty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Accused Man

2026/01/14

In this episode, listeners are taken backstage of the 2014 Rocky Horror Show, examining the culture behind the curtain and the community standards and accepted practices of the time. The episode also explores what criminal charges mean in legal terms, including the threshold police must meet, and the methods and evidence required before charges can be laid. Vanessa invites listeners to consider whether those who go to the press before approaching police should be granted anonymity and court protections, and, as the title suggests, examines the courtroom processes that reduce a person to the court-imposed label of The Accused Man. Watch the Unfiltered companion interview in which Craig McLachlan sits down with journalist Michael Cain to go beyond the headlines and unpack the story behind Not Guilty: The Craig McLachlan Case Podcast. https://youtu.be/jtRd5c_7Ero?si=NGrTNywyFT8PpJ0V Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'Always a pleasure’

2026/01/21

In this compelling episode of Not Guilty - The Craig McLachlan case Vanessa examines the details of the criminal charges laid against Craig McLachlan for the first time. The discussion focuses on the evidence provided by the first understudy, including a charge referenced in court as the “ankle tickle,” and considers how such a charge could have been laid in the first place. The episode also closely examines key Magistrates’ rulings and asks how certain decisions could have been presented and sustained within the courtroom process. Watch the accompanying Unfiltered episode in which Craig McLachlan is interviewed by Michael Cain: https://youtu.be/GHjLmXbrNlY?si=_TuzrSN6RjM-UtFW Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

‘Thank You Darling’

2026/01/28

In this episode, Vanessa asks a confronting question: just how much can due process and an acquittal — being found not guilty — be affected by the pressures and trends of social and cultural movements in our society? How far have these movements, and the trending hashtags associated with them, infiltrated the bastions of the law? This episode focuses on the complainant known as C2 and the charges laid against Craig McLachlan in relation to her evidence. Vanessa takes listeners through allegations involving a “hug” and an “onstage kiss,” and examines courtroom commentary from the Magistrate that raises serious and troubling questions about how such matters are assessed. Watch the accompanying Unfiltered interview with Craig McLachlan and Michael Cain: https://youtu.be/kLH12d7p8gE?si=D2EIic7wEP5UVmW8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Attempt

2026/02/04

In Episode 5, Vanessa examines the final charge laid against Craig McLachlan, relating to hisRocky Horror Showcolleague known as C2. This episode considers how questions ofreliability and credibility can arise in relation to a key witness, and how such issues areaddressed within the legal process. It explores whether inconsistencies or disputed accountscarry consequences, and reflects on the manner in which evidence was assessed in this case.The episode also examines why certain aspects of the complainant’s evidence receivedlimited scrutiny in public reporting, despite their relevance to the Magistrate’s ultimatefinding. Episode 5 offers a careful and detailed examination of allegations and charges that,upon closer inspection, may not be as straightforward as they first appeared. Watch the accompanying Unfiltered episode in which Craig McLachlan is interviewed by Michael Cain: https://youtu.be/J5_6X-dLDH4?si=ukeIfIviMSVa9sNA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2026/01/02

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PKC62 2026/01/31

Astounding

This podcast has been a real eye opener about how someone can weaponize the media and the Justice system when cultural currents take hold. The affront...

★★★★★

Film Lover 67 2026/01/27

A lesson…

I don’t live in Australia and not sure about all the details as I am on the other side of the planet… but hearing about this actor being targeted by t...

★★★★★

Akerschick 2026/01/08

Great podcast!

Finally getting the whole story. The first episode is compelling and can’t wait for more!

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