The Missing 49 Million

news.com.au

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Episodes

Digging up the Dead | 6

08/25/2026 00:40:43The Skull | 5

08/23/2026 00:44:20 The Confession | 4

08/18/2026 00:37:09Follow the Money | 3

08/16/2026 00:36:01Body of Evidence | 2

08/11/2026 00:39:17 Show all episodes

Our take on The Missing 49 Million podcast

Have you ever heard a story so bizarre it sticks with you? That will happen when you listen to The Missing $49 Million. Host Alex Turner-Cohen dives into the wild tale of Alan Metcalfe, a man who promised riches through artificial intelligence found in the Bible. Over 600 people lost millions to his scheme. This podcast, born from a tip-off and a deep dive by news.com.au, unfolds over eight gripping episodes. It's a journey through hope, deception, and the quest for truth.

Producer
news.com.au

Host
Alex Turner-Cohen

Country
Australia

Episodes count
41

Average duration
31'

Frequency
Weekly

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Listener reviews

Katelyn - 10/16/2024
Very biased and the conclusion had nothing backing it. What horrible reporting. She never found where the money really went. Just speculation and weird accusations… what a stretch. Not to mention seems to attack faith and faith based people in a condescending way.

Colin Proudlove - 08/12/2024
I have just recently found and listened to your podcast on the missing 49 millions. I, along with my two sons, invested money in Safe Worlds, and digital gold in Geraldton through Rod McKay. We were part of the group that walked out of the Geraldton meeting. We gave up ages ago. I love your work and, like the other investors, hope you have success in tracking down any money that may be hidden.