How a family were shocked by allegations about a dead dad's double life: best podcasts of the week

A British army major's secret life exposed: A chilling true-crime story of deception and betrayal.

In 1955, Major Robbie Mills died in a submarine accident. But his family never knew the truth about his life before his tragic death. That was until John Cotell, a man claiming to be a friend and fellow spy, appeared at Mills' home. Cotell insinuated himself into the family's lives, but their true intentions remained shrouded in mystery.

As journalist Eugene Henderson delves into this shocking tale, he uncovers a web of deceit that raises more questions than answers. Who was John Cotell, really? And what did he want from the Mills family?

The truth about Robbie Mills' double life is both captivating and disturbing. It's a story of loyalty, betrayal, and the lengths people will go to maintain their secrets.

But there's another side to this story - one that involves a woman who was sentenced to life in prison for a killing spree with her boyfriend, only to escape and assume a new identity. Margo Freshwater's case is both astonishing and heartbreaking, as she navigates the complexities of freedom and redemption.

Meanwhile, Kerri Cunningham's podcast A Moment With Murphy offers a much-needed respite from the darkness of Robbie Mills' story. In this soothing and introspective show, Kerri reads her own poetry and interviews parents on various topics, providing a safe space for them to share their thoughts and feelings.

In another vein, Greta Johnsen's Happy To Be Here podcast celebrates cultural and foodie prescriptions. Her conversation with writer Hannah J Davies on the best books of 2026 was both insightful and engaging.

Lastly, Pulitzer winner Anne Applebaum delves into the complexities of autocracy in America, exploring the intersection of immigration policies and national security.

These podcasts offer a diverse range of perspectives and topics, each shedding light on different aspects of human experience.
 
This whole thing is so messed up it's like what's going on with our politicians, you know? All these secrets and lies... I mean, Robbie Mills' double life is crazy, but what if he was just trying to protect his family from the government? Like, what if he was a spy and had to go deep cover to gather intel? And then John Cotell shows up and just manipulates everyone like that's how politics works sometimes. But on the other hand, I feel bad for Margo Freshwater, she went through so much and got a life sentence. It's like our justice system can be so harsh, but Kerri Cunningham's podcast is a breath of fresh air, you know? She's all about spreading love and positivity... maybe we need more people like her in politics, but also, Anne Applebaum's book on autocracy makes me wonder if we're heading towards some kind of dystopia πŸ€”πŸ“š
 
πŸ€” I'm just so over these true-crime podcasts. Can't we talk about something more uplifting for once? πŸ™„ I mean, don't get me wrong, the stories are super intriguing, but it's all just so... dark and depressing. Like, what happened to some self-care advice or a fun chat about food trends? πŸ΄πŸ’†β€β™€οΈ And another thing, why do podcasts have to be so long? Can't we just have shorter episodes that don't feel like a marathon? πŸš—πŸ‘Ž
 
πŸ€” I'm still trying to wrap my head around this Major Robbie Mills' story... like, what's up with that guy? πŸ˜‚ One minute he's dead in a submarine accident, and the next his family's dealing with all these questions about his secret life. It's like, didn't they think to do some digging before he popped up out of nowhere?

And can we talk about John Cotell for a second? πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ Dude sounds super sketchy. What's up with him showing up at the Mills' home and just... infiltrating their lives? That's some creepy stuff right there.

But hey, it's also kinda fascinating to learn more about this world of spies and deception. Like, what were these people thinking? 🀯 It's wild to think that there are so many secrets being kept behind closed doors.

On a different note, I've been listening to Kerri Cunningham's A Moment With Murphy podcast, and it's literally the best thing for my mental health right now. 🌱 The way she talks about her poetry and just... is so soothing. It's like she's speaking directly to your soul or something 😊.

And have you guys listened to Happy To Be Here? 🍽️ Greta Johnsen's podcast is all about foodie stuff, but it's also got this amazing vibe of community and connection. It's like you're just hanging out with your friends over dinner, but without the messy conversation or awkward silences πŸ˜‚.

Lastly, I've been meaning to check out Anne Applebaum's work for ages. She seems so intelligent and insightful about these big issues... I'm definitely going to have to dive into that more soon πŸ“š.
 
πŸ€” this whole thing about Major Robbie Mills' double life is wild 🚨 I mean, who tries to fake their own death? And now his family's dealing with all these secrets and lies... it's like something out of a spy novel πŸ“š but at the same time, you can't help but feel bad for them. It's like they were living this whole other life without even realizing it πŸ˜•
 
Ugh, this whole thing about Robbie Mills is just too suspicious πŸ˜’... I mean, what's up with all these people showing up out of the blue? It sounds like a bad spy novel to me πŸ“š. And then there's Margo Freshwater, escaping from prison and assuming a new identity? That's just cold-blooded πŸ’‰. Meanwhile, Kerri's podcast is just a nice distraction, but what about all the darker stuff going on in this world? I mean, we need more than just feel-good podcasts 🀯. Anne Applebaum's take on autocracy in America though, that's some real food for thought πŸ“Š. Still, can't shake off the feeling that there's more to Robbie Mills' story than meets the eye πŸ‘€...
 
"The world is full of possibilities, but the only thing we have to fear is fear itself." πŸ’‘πŸŒŽπŸ‘€

I think it's really cool that there are so many amazing podcasts out there exploring all sorts of themes and topics. It's like a treasure trove of knowledge and insight, and I love how they all cater to different interests and needs. From true crime to poetry to cultural celebrations, there's something for everyone.

And I have to say, I'm loving the mix of lighter and darker content – Kerri Cunningham's podcast is just what we need more of, you know? It's like a breath of fresh air amidst all the chaos. And Greta Johnsen's Happy To Be Here podcast is just so inspiring, talking about food and culture in a way that makes me feel like I'm right there with her.

It's interesting how podcasts can bring people together and make us feel less alone, you know? Like, we're all just trying to figure things out as we go along, and sometimes it's nice to have someone to share our thoughts and feelings with. πŸ’–
 
OMG 🀯 this is like something outta a spy thriller! The idea that Major Robbie Mills had a whole double life going on and his family was in the dark is wild 😲 I mean, I'm glad we got to learn more about him and all, but it's also super sad that he died under those circumstances πŸ’”
 
I'm so over these podcast recommendations πŸ˜’. Can't they just stick to one story for once? I mean, I get it, a true-crime story is alluring, but then we're supposed to pivot to some soothing podcast about parents sharing their thoughts πŸ™„? It's like they can't decide on a theme. And don't even get me started on the cultural/foodie podcast that feels like an afterthought 🀯. Can't they do a more in-depth review of just one book or topic instead of jumping around all over the place? πŸ“š
 
😊 I'm loving these true-crime stories about Major Robbie Mills' secret life! It's wild to think that his family went through so much without knowing the truth 🀯. But what really gets me is how some podcasts are shining a light on more uplifting topics, like Kerri Cunningham's A Moment With Murphy πŸ™, which offers such a nice escape from the darkness of Robbie Mills' story πŸ‘. And can we talk about Greta Johnsen's Happy To Be Here podcast? I just found out about it and I'm already obsessed with Hannah J Davies' recommendations πŸ“š! It's amazing how these podcasts are tackling so many different aspects of human experience, from loyalty and betrayal to cultural celebrations and foodie adventures 🌍.
 
I don't get why ppl are so fascinated with true-crime stories πŸ˜’ like this one's gonna make 'em feel all better about life? πŸ™„ It just seems like the whole story's shrouded in mystery & you're left wondering who's on whose side πŸ€” and what exactly they wanted from the Mills fam. And don't even get me started on ppl who claim to be friends but are really just trying to stir up drama πŸ‘€
 
🀯 I'm still trying to wrap my head around this major (no pun intended) scandal surrounding Major Robbie Mills... I mean, how can someone lead such a double life? It's like, what's the point of having secrets if they're just going to end up being exposed anyway? πŸ™ƒ Anyway, I'm intrigued by the mystery surrounding John Cotell's true intentions - was he trying to protect the family or exploit them for his own gain? πŸ€”

But you know what really got me thinking is how this story highlights the complexities of loyalty and betrayal. I mean, who are we supposed to trust in situations like these? And what does it say about our society that we're so fascinated by people's secrets and scandals? πŸ“Ί It's definitely giving me some food for thought...
 
🀯 Robbie Mills' secret life is wild 🌊 Who knew being a spy could be so complicated? Major deception, anyone? 😏 And can't imagine how tough it must've been for his family to uncover the truth all those years later πŸ’”
 
i mean, can you even imagine living with this kind of secret? like, major robbie mills died in 1955 but his fam was still hiding this crazy spy life from them... it's wild that john cotell just shows up outta nowhere and becomes part of their lives. it raises so many questions about loyalty and trust. but what i find really interesting is how these podcasts are like, a breath of fresh air in the middle of all this dark stuff. kerri's podcast with moms is literally my new fave thing to listen to - it's just so calming and real. and anne applebaum's on autocracy in america... it's not an easy topic but i love how she breaks it down. anyway, our podcasts are like a safe space for all this messed up stuff, you know? 🀯
 
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