Gripped

LiSTNR

Gripped is the home of crime thriller audio dramas created by LiSTNR. Each series immerses you in a different fictional crime-thriller story that invites you to investigate the crime and solve the central mystery in real time along with the series. From gang crime, to murder, to disappearances and journalists and police officers with questionable motives - each series explores a new crime and set of complex characters. These series contain discussions and sound effects of crimes and criminal activity that some may find upsetting. Listener discretion is advised. Series 1: You Don't Know Me. Series 2: Second Son.

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Introducing - Gripped: Second Son - Available now only on the LiSTNR App

Introducing - Gripped: Second Son - Available now only on the LiSTNR App

Gang leader Harun Haqq is murdered, triggering a turf-war on the streets of Sydney. Bloodshed seems inevitable, but Harun’s younger brother Jamil doesn’t want to take on his new role as ruthless crime boss. Jamil’s father and crew insist he must avenge his brother’s death, but after one too many close calls, Jamil’s wife Amy is adamant that enough is enough – it’s time for them to leave this life of danger and protect their impressionable teenage son, Salim. The question is, what will Jamil have to do to escape this life for good?*Content warning for violence, criminal activity, drug-use and explicit language* Gripped: Second Son is a fictional audio drama series adapted from Loraine Peck's award-winning gangland crime thriller book ‘The Second Son.' Episode 1 & 2 available now exclusively on the free LiSTNR App (only available in Australia). Coming to Apple, Spotify and all other podcast apps 20 March 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episodes

06| The Price You Pay – Second Son

06| The Price You Pay – Second Son

In the explosive series finale, secrets unravel, loyalties are put to the test, and a tense face-off means Jamil is forced to decide whether or not he will shed blood and start a gang war to save his family. *Content warning for violence, crime and criminal activity, drug-use and explicit language* This is part 6 of 6 of ‘Gripped: Second Son’. The entire series is available to binge now - just search ‘Gripped’ and click on Season 2.  Gripped: Second Son is a six-part fictional audio drama series adapted from the award-winning crime thriller book ‘The Second Son’ by Loraine Peck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

05| Strike Before You Are Struck – Second Son

05| Strike Before You Are Struck – Second Son

With Amy’s life in the balance, it’s a race against the clock for Jamil to save her from the Wolves. Stepping onto enemy turf, is Jamil finally ready to get his hands dirty and prove he’s a true Haqq? And can he save her before Salim does anything reckless? *Content warning for violence, crime and criminal activity, drug-use and explicit language* This is part 5 of 6 of ‘Gripped: Second Son’. Episode 6 is available from 17 April 2024 - just search ‘Gripped’ and click on Season 2.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

04| The Ransom – Second Son

04| The Ransom – Second Son

Jamil and Moey Haqq are dealing with being ambushed on the Farouq’s turf while trying to get Salim back, when the Wolves begin to execute an extreme revenge plot of their own. Everything escalates suddenly when a large ransom is put on the price of someone’s head and the clock starts ticking. *Content warning for violence, crime and criminal activity, drug-use and explicit language* This is part 4 of 6 of ‘Gripped: Second Son’. Episode 5 is available from 10 April 2024 - just search ‘Gripped’ and click on Season 2.  Gripped: Second Son is a six-part fictional audio drama series adapted from the award-winning crime thriller book ‘The Second Son’ by Loraine Peck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

03| Dangerous Alliances – Second Son

03| Dangerous Alliances – Second Son

As Jamil tries to save his son from the grip of the Farouqs, Salim and Hussein (the nephew of the murdered Ali Farouq) plan to team-up against a mutual enemy – a bikie crew called The Wolves. Meanwhile Knox, the leader of the Wolves, turns his attention to finding the crew responsible for stealing his ice shipment. *Content warning for violence, crime and criminal activity, drug-use and explicit language* This is part 3 of 6 of ‘Gripped: Second Son’. Episode 4 is available from 3 April 2024 - just search ‘Gripped’ and click on Season 2.  Gripped: Second Son is a six-part fictional audio drama series adapted from the award-winning crime thriller book ‘The Second Son’ by Loraine Peck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02| The Streets Are Talking – Second Son

02| The Streets Are Talking – Second Son

Reeling from the attempt on his wife and son’s life, Jamil is determined to keep them safe…but with cops breathing down his neck, and more enemies closing in, figuring out exactly who is targeting the Haqq family is becoming more difficult, when a surprise social media post reveals someone close to the Haqqs has been cosying-up to their enemies. *Content warning for violence, crime and criminal activity, drug-use and explicit language* This is part 2 of 6 of ‘Gripped: Second Son’. Episode 3 is available from 27 March 2024 - just search ‘Gripped’ and click on Season 2.  Gripped: Second Son is a six-part fictional audio drama series adapted from the award-winning crime thriller book ‘The Second Son’ by Loraine Peck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

01| Someone Must Pay – Second Son

01| Someone Must Pay – Second Son

Torn between his father’s demands to avenge Harun’s death, his responsibilities to his crew, and his wife Amy’s pleas to leave the gang-life behind; Jamil’s loyalties are being tested. His motto has always been ‘family over everything’…but which family? Someone must pay for Harun’s death, but who...and at what cost? *Content warning for violence, crime and criminal activity, drug-use and explicit language* This is part 1 of 6 of ‘Gripped: Second Son’. Episode 2 is available now - just search ‘Gripped’ and click on Season 2.  Gripped: Second Son is a six-part fictional audio drama series adapted from the award-winning crime thriller book ‘The Second Son’ by Loraine Peck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing - Gripped: Second Son - Available now only on the LiSTNR App

Introducing - Gripped: Second Son - Available now only on the LiSTNR App

Gang leader Harun Haqq is murdered, triggering a turf-war on the streets of Sydney. Bloodshed seems inevitable, but Harun’s younger brother Jamil doesn’t want to take on his new role as ruthless crime boss. Jamil’s father and crew insist he must avenge his brother’s death, but after one too many close calls, Jamil’s wife Amy is adamant that enough is enough – it’s time for them to leave this life of danger and protect their impressionable teenage son, Salim. The question is, what will Jamil have to do to escape this life for good?*Content warning for violence, criminal activity, drug-use and explicit language* Gripped: Second Son is a fictional audio drama series adapted from Loraine Peck's award-winning gangland crime thriller book ‘The Second Son.' Episode 1 & 2 available now exclusively on the free LiSTNR App (only available in Australia). Coming to Apple, Spotify and all other podcast apps 20 March 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06| The Tip-Off – You Don’t Know Me

06| The Tip-Off – You Don’t Know Me

A mystery caller leads to new revelations which test the Caruso’s bond, and reveal what really happened to Lizzie Burdett, in this explosive series finale. This is part 6 of 6 of ‘Gripped: You Don’t Know Me’. The full series is available to binge now on the LiSTNR App (if you are in Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts - just search ‘Gripped’ and go to Season 1.  Adapted from a novel by award-winning Australian crime writer Sara Foster, ‘You Don't Know Me’ is a six-part Crime-Thriller Audio Drama, which was a co-production between Bryden Media and LiSTNR. This episode contains adult themes. Listener discretion is advised. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

05| Is There Anything Else You Remember? – You Don’t Know Me

05| Is There Anything Else You Remember? – You Don’t Know Me

Noah takes the stand at the coronial inquest and reveals a detail that could change everything, new suspects emerge via Rachel’s True Crime podcast, and a body is found. This is part 5 of 6 of ‘Gripped: You Don’t Know Me’. The full series is available to binge now on the LiSTNR App (if you are in Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts - just search ‘Gripped’ and go to Season 1.  Adapted from a novel by award-winning Australian crime writer Sara Foster, ‘You Don't Know Me’ is a six-part Crime-Thriller Audio Drama, which was a co-production between Bryden Media and LiSTNR. This episode contains adult themes. Listener discretion is advised. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

04| The Inquest – You Don’t Know Me

04| The Inquest – You Don’t Know Me

As evidence from new witnesses, and investigators, is presented at the coronial inquest into Lizzie’s disappearance, Noah begins to realise that his family’s version of events don’t quite match. Someone must be lying…   This is part 4 of 6 of ‘Gripped: You Don’t Know Me’. The full series is available to binge now on the LiSTNR App (if you are in Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts - just search ‘Gripped’ and go to Season 1.  Adapted from a novel by award-winning Australian crime writer Sara Foster, ‘You Don't Know Me’ is a six-part Crime-Thriller Audio Drama, which was a co-production between Bryden Media and LiSTNR. This episode contains adult themes. Listener discretion is advised. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

03| Someone Knows Something – You Don’t Know Me

03| Someone Knows Something – You Don’t Know Me

As scrutiny on the Carusos increases, Noah revisits members of Lizzie’s friendship group and uncovers new information surrounding her disappearance. He begins to grapple with the different versions of what happened to Lizzie on the night she disappeared, and who around him he can trust. This is part 3 of 6 of ‘Gripped: You Don’t Know Me’. The full series is available to binge now on the LiSTNR App (if you are in Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts - just search ‘Gripped’ and go to Season 1.  Adapted from a novel by award-winning Australian crime writer Sara Foster, ‘You Don't Know Me’ is a six-part Crime-Thriller Audio Drama, which was a co-production between Bryden Media and LiSTNR. This episode contains adult themes. Listener discretion is advised. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02| A Stranger Returns to Belhaven – You Don’t Know Me

02| A Stranger Returns to Belhaven – You Don’t Know Me

A prime suspect in Lizzie’s disappearance unexpectedly returns to Belhaven after eight years away, ahead of the coronial inquest. Noah continues to uncover more details about the circumstances under which Lizzie disappeared and begins to question his family’s unwavering loyalty to his brother Tom. This is part 2 of 6 of ‘Gripped: You Don’t Know Me’. The full series is available to binge now on the LiSTNR App (if you are in Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts - just search ‘Gripped’ and go to Season 1.  Adapted from a novel by award-winning Australian crime writer Sara Foster, ‘You Don't Know Me’ is a six-part Crime-Thriller Audio Drama, which was a co-production between Bryden Media and LiSTNR. This episode contains adult themes. Listener discretion is advised. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

01| The Disappearance of Lizzie Burdett – You Don’t Know Me

01| The Disappearance of Lizzie Burdett – You Don’t Know Me

Noah Caruso returns from Thailand to help with the family restaurant and gets sucked into the drama surrounding the inquest of his brother Tom’s missing ex-girlfriend, Lizzie Burdett. Last seen eight years ago, Lizzie has become the subject of a True Crime podcast, which is focusing on the Caruso’s involvement in the disappearance. This is part 1 of 6 of ‘Gripped: You Don’t Know Me’. The full series is available to binge now on the LiSTNR App (if you are in Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts - just search ‘Gripped’ and go to Season 1.  Adapted from a novel by award-winning Australian crime writer Sara Foster, ‘You Don't Know Me’ is a six-part Crime-Thriller Audio Drama, which was a co-production between Bryden Media and LiSTNR. This episode contains adult themes. Listener discretion is advised. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing Gripped: You Don't Know Me

Introducing Gripped: You Don't Know Me

Northern Beaches teen, Lizzie Burdett, left her boyfriend's house and was never seen again. Her boyfriend, Tom Caruso, fled town soon after her disappearance. Lizzie was never found, no charges were laid, and the case went cold. Eight years later, Lizzie's family are demanding Tom returns, and that a coroner's inquest is held to find answers, because someone knows something... The full series of Gripped: You Don’t Know Me’ is available to binge now on the LiSTNR App (if you are in Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts - just search ‘Gripped’ and go to Season 1.  This episode contains adult themes. Listener discretion is advised. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.