In the Land of Lies

In the Land of Lies

Sean Kipe tells the story of former Georgia police officer Michael Chapel, convicted of the 1993 robbery and brutal murder of Emogene Thompson and sentenced to life in prison. However, with the recent surfacing of new information, Chapel’s story may have taken a dramatic turn – one that could potentially prove his innocence. Kipe takes a deep dive into Chapel’s past to find the unbelievable truth behind a story that involves corrupt police officers, crime rings, drug trafficking, steroids, and murder. In the Land of Lies is written, created and hosted by Sean Kipe. Original music from Sean Kipe. Executive Producers are Jason Hoch and Gino Falsetto. Story Editing by Jason Hoch. Audio Engineering by Shaine Freeman. Cover Art and Design by Jeana Sullivan. Consulting Producer is Henry Ball.

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July 22, 2022 2 mins
The story of former Georgia police officer Michael Chapel, convicted of the 1993 robbery and brutal murder of Emogene Thompson and sentenced to life in prison. However, with the recent surfacing of new information, Chapel’s story may have taken a dramatic turn – one that could potentially prove his innocence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Sean Kipe hears the incredible true story of a former police officer who’s spent 29 years in prison for murder, and that he might also be innocent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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August 1, 2022 46 mins
Gwinnett County, Georgia was full of corruption in the early 90’s, and Chapel would end up caught in the middle of it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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August 2, 2022 49 mins
Sean tries to find out why so many people believe Chapel is innocent and starts to piece together the events of April 15th, 1993. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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August 3, 2022 50 mins
Sean visits Chapel in prison to hear his story told in his own words. Another suspect is examined. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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August 4, 2022 45 mins
Chapel’s alibi is examined and eyewitnesses tell their stories. Someone is lying, but who? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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August 5, 2022 40 mins
A police officer’s suicide, destroyed hard drives, and a drug dealer with vital information. Just another day in Gwinnett County, Georgia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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August 6, 2022 49 mins
Sean speaks with the lead prosecutor in Chapel’s case to find out if there’s something he’s missed. Evidence in the case is examined. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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August 7, 2022 50 mins
After Chapel’s conviction, people immediately claimed he was railroaded. One of them was a juror at his trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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August 8, 2022 44 mins
Sean seeks to find out how a KGB/CIA double agent is connected to Chapel’s case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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October 7, 2022 60 mins
Sean may have inadvertently found information that could give Chapel a chance at freedom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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June 14, 2023 6 mins
Introducing: The Set It’s the crack era.The most violent time in New York City history. The NYPD is fighting a losing battle and instead of protecting the city from drug dealers, some police officers have become them. This is the never-before told, first-person documentary of the biggest police corruption scandal in NYPD history and the investigation that uncovered it all. From Audacy Originals and  Zak Levitt, the Emmy, Peabody, a...
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