The Stage Manager (PODCAST EXCLUSIVE EPISODE)
Summary
This episode recounts the 1980 murder of French stage manager René Gorlin, who was shot and dumped at a construction site. While initial suspicion fell on his pregnant mistress, the case went cold until a forensic analysis of his stomach contents revealed he had eaten chestnut cream, a food only available at his partner’s farm. This evidence contradicted the alibi provided by his long-term partner, Danielle, who had claimed he left immediately after their arrival. Ultimately, the discovery led to Danielle’s confession that she killed René out of resentment, resulting in her conviction and i…
Topics discussed
Introduction: The bullet in the mail
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René Gorlin's life and relationships
Political threats and Kalouche's campaign
The argument at the farmhouse
Discovery of the body and sponsor ad
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Inspector Diaz investigates the crime scene
Interview with Danielle and initial suspects
Interview with Marie-Pierre and political context
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Kalouche's cooperation and ruling out suspects
The breakthrough: Bolus analysis results
Reconstruction of the murder and confession
Conclusion, credits, and final sponsor
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