Case 158
Russell Martin
Case 158
Russell Martin
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Bev was hoping that her brother Russell would return for the biggest event on the town’s calendar – The Stawell Gift. Occurring over the Easter long weekend, The Stawell Gift is the oldest and richest short distance footrace in Australia.
It draws in large crowds of participants, supporters, and punters from across the country and further afield. Russell Martin always looked forward to The Gift. Bev knew that if her brother didn’t turn up to place a bet on the races, something was terribly wrong…
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NARRATION:
Episode narrated by the Anonymous Host
EPISODE:
Researched and written by Eileen Ormsby
Creative director: Milly Raso
MUSIC:
‘Flatline intro’ and ‘Come play with me’ intro and outro www.dl-sounds.com
All other music and audio clean up performed by Mike Migas and Andrew Joslyn
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Logo design by Paulina Szymanska
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Bev was hoping that her brother Russell would return for the biggest event on the town’s calendar – The Stawell Gift. Occurring over the Easter long weekend, The Stawell Gift is the oldest and richest short distance footrace in Australia.
It draws in large crowds of participants, supporters, and punters from across the country and further afield. Russell Martin always looked forward to The Gift. Bev knew that if her brother didn’t turn up to place a bet on the races, something was terribly wrong…
______
Our episodes deal with serious and often distressing incidents. If you feel at anytime you need support, please contact your local crisis centre. Some suggestions for confidential support for men, women and children:
AUSTRALIA:
Lifeline Crisis Support: 13 11 14
Beyond Blue: Depression and anxiety support: 1300 22 46 36
Rape & Domestic Violence Services: 1800 737 732
Men's Line: 1300 78 99 78
Headspace: Youth Mental Health Foundation: see headspace.org.au for your local centre
USA:
Distress & Lifeline: 1800 273 8255
Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741 741
Domestic Violence Helpline: 1800 799 7233
Victim Connect: support for victims of crime: 855 484 2846
UK:
Mind: mental health support: 0300 123 3393
SANE: mental health support: 0300 304 7000
Samaritans support network: 116 123
National Stalking Helpline: 0808 802 0300
CANADA:
For a list of Canadian crisis centres: https://thelifelinecanada.ca/help/call
NEW ZEALAND:
Lifeline: 0800 543354
Depression Helpline: 0800 111 757 (Text 4202)
CREDITS
NARRATION:
Episode narrated by the Anonymous Host
EPISODE:
Researched and written by Eileen Ormsby
Creative director: Milly Raso
MUSIC:
‘Flatline intro’ and ‘Come play with me’ intro and outro www.dl-sounds.com
All other music and audio clean up performed by Mike Migas and Andrew Joslyn
OTHER:
Logo design by Paulina Szymanska
RESOURCES
WEBSITES:
THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORS
BetterHelp – Get 10% off your first month of professional counselling with a licensed therapist
SimpliSafe – Protect your home and your family today. Free shipping, free returns and 60 days risk-free trial
Rothy’s – Washable, Woven Flats & Shoes Made from Recycled Plastic
Simplifi – Start your free 30 day trial today
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