The podcast's debut and focus on Norway's enigmatic cases

Just a step away from reality, in the gap between the secrets of the past and today's search for truth, we find unsolved criminal cases that still haunt us. 'Uløst', a Norwegian true crime podcast, unveils some of Norway's most enigmatic mysteries. In collaboration between the newspaper VG and Rubicon Podcast, 'Uløst' plunges deeply over two seasons into both the Birgitte Tengs murder from 1995 and the disappearance of Therese Johannessen in 1988. The podcast debuted in 2015 and is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other platforms. 'Uløst' combines journalistic rigor with a captivating storytelling style, which has rekindled our interest in these unresolved cases.

The host's approach and debate over police techniques

With a balanced and respectful approach, hosts Kristine Hellesland, Cathinka Rondan, Sindre Leganger, and Tor-Erling Thømt Ruud demonstrate how they shed new light on old tracks through methodical research and a keen sense of the importance of detail. Despite criticism, especially in season 1, for giving airtime to speculative theories regarding family involvement in the Tengs case without solid evidence, 'Uløst' manages to clearly distinguish when it shifts from facts to conjecture. The podcast has also sparked important debate about police investigation techniques and played a role in keeping the cases in the public eye without overstepping ethical boundaries.

Cultural impact and reopening of old cases

'Uløst' has made a significant impact both culturally and socially. The series was honored as 'Podcast of the Year' in 2015 at the Prix Radio and has, among other things, led to the reopening of investigations in the Therese case, spurred by tips from engaged listeners. Its ability to draw new attention to old secrets shows the true crime genre's potential as a catalyst for justice and change. More than just retelling old stories, 'Uløst' challenges its listeners to view the flaws in the judicial system with a critical and hopeful eye.

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