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Jeremy Scott
Leo Schofield
Graves County
Toforest Johnson
Bone Valley
Wrongful Conviction
Jessica Curran
True Crime
Quincy Cross
Michelle Schofield
Kevin Herrick
Kentucky
Violet Ellison
Groveland Four
Florida
Lava For Good
Jim Crow Laws
Susan Galbraith
Josette Wright
NAACP

Behind every Bone Valley season is a conviction: the right story, told with purpose, humanity, and craft, can have an enormous impact. Award-winning investigative documentaries from the fault lines of America's justice system.

Bone Valley Season 5 | The Devil’s Quarry is the latest podcast from Lava for Good. It is hosted by Paul Solotaroff, award-winning investigative journalist and longtime con... more

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Baltimore, Maryland likes to call itself Charm City. But you have to wonder: Is the nickname ironic? Consider one of the city's star cops, a sergeant so accomplished that he earned his own nickname, the Golden Boy. But Golden Boy led a double life.... more

Howard Gombert speaks. Anthony sues the sheriff's department.

Award-winning investigative journalist and longtime Rolling Stone Magazine contributor Paul Solotaroff hosts the next entry in the acclaimed Bone Valley anthology: Bone Valley Season 5 |... more

Anthony makes the final case for his freedom.

Award-winning investigative journalist and longtime Rolling Stone Magazine contributor Paul Solotaroff hosts the next entry in the acclaimed Bone Valley anthology: Bone Valley Season 5 | The Devil's Qu... more

Anthony sends investigators to learn more about Howard Gombert. The women they speak with illuminate a signature crime.

Award-winning investigative journalist and longtime Rolling Stone Magazine contributor Paul Solotaroff hosts the next entry in ... more

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Recent Guests

Howard John Gombert Jr.
Subject of the investigation and interviewee via prison calls
Episode: Chapter 8 | Chapter and Verse
Rachel R.
Survivor describing years of abuse and later cooperation with investigators
Civilian correspondent in the narrative
Episode: Chapter 5 | Hour of Need
Denise Rose
Deposed witness in the Josette Wright case, testified at trial
Carmel, Putnam County (witness)
Episode: Chapter 3 | A Knife in the Heart of My Freedom
Anthony DePippo
Convicted defendant in the Josette Wright case
Putnam County, Carmel
Episode: Chapter 3 | A Knife in the Heart of My Freedom
Andrew Krivick
Co-defendant in the Josette Wright case
Putnam County
Episode: Chapter 3 | A Knife in the Heart of My Freedom
Dominic Neglia
Teen who provided statements to police; later recanted
Putnam County, NY
Episode: Chapter 3 | A Knife in the Heart of My Freedom
Adam Wilson
Teen witness who recanted his statement
Putnam County
Episode: Chapter 3 | A Knife in the Heart of My Freedom
Bill Quick
Detective involved in witness statements
Putnam County Sheriff's Office
Episode: Chapter 3 | A Knife in the Heart of My Freedom
Pat Castaldo
Senior investigator involved in Josette Wright case
Putnam County Sheriff's Office
Episode: Chapter 3 | A Knife in the Heart of My Freedom

Hosts

Paul Solotaroff
Host of Bone Valley; award-winning investigative journalist and Rolling Stone contributor.
Beth Karas
Host, journalist and legal analyst; introduces episodes in some segments.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 9.2k ratings
  • The narrator's voice is getting unbearable 3 episodes in. The ads, dear god, I think there is probably 15 minutes of actual podcast in a 50 minute episode. Interesting and sad story but I'm almost hanging up my earphones.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    gna
    7 days ago
  • Pompous Liberals

    I challenge you! To document the SPLC on how they kept white supremecy on the payroll and on the tip of your tongue. You are still thinking that your fight is real but they keep it alive. That’s what I thought, you couldn’t do a story like that because you profit from lies.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Meewhom
    United States9 days ago
  • Season 5 ouch

    Cannot listen to Paul. Way too dramatic. It’s like he’s reading a book to me.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    reggeee
    United States10 days ago
  • S5- Important work!

    Worth the listen. A landmark investigation piece as far as I’m concerned. The narrator’s voice grew on me (eeeep! Haha) in time and THE STORY took the stage. I am excited to see where this leads. The corruption must be exposed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rainbowtoez
    United States13 days ago
  • Season 5 is Brilliant!

    Season 5 is incredible. I honestly don’t understand the negative reviews. If you’re on the fence because of the comments, don’t be. This season is absolutely worth listening to.

    For the price of a cup of coffee each month, you’re getting more than another documentary. You’re getting a veteran Rolling Stone journalist with years of experience investigating police corruption. That’s exactly the kind of journalism we need more of!

    Police corruption exists in both small towns and large cities, and... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KandyGirl724
    United States17 days ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners critique pacing or narration style, urging tighter edits or less overt advocacy.
Listeners praise thorough, journalism-driven storytelling with high ethical standards.
Many note the show's impact on awareness of wrongful convictions and law enforcement accountability.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#68
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#64
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#70
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#121
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#214
France/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#47
Singapore/True Crime

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Chapter 2 | Don't Know Diddly
Q: What would you do off the record though?
Best practice is not to go off the record.
From the Mic to the Page: No. 1 of 5
Q: Why a book now?
The podcast allowed for storytelling, but I felt there was so much more to share that couldn't be captured without the depth and detail of a book.
From the Mic to the Page: No. 1 of 5
Q: What is it about the subject of wrongful convictions that is so important to you?
From an early age, I felt drawn to stories about injustices and wrongfully accused people, which has shaped my writing and interests.
From the Mic to the Page: No. 1 of 5
Q: Did you ever envision this moment here?
No, I never thought I would be here talking to Gilbert after all the years we've spent discussing my case.
Chapter 6 | Something Rotten
Q: How do you feel now?
You survive it. You never get over it. Don't let nobody ever tell you, you get closure, because you're going to always miss a person like that the rest of your life.

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Bone Valley offers a deeply reported, narrative-driven look at wrongful convictions, police misconduct, and systemic failures within the justice system. Across seasons, the show centers on long-form investigations, often weaving testimonies from survivors, defendants, investigators, and attorneys into a broader chronicle of accountability efforts. A standout aspect is how the host blends meticulous reporting with personal storytelling, keeping the focus on human stakes and institutional reform rather than sensationalism. The series is likely to appeal to listeners who crave rigorous journalism, complex legal and ethical questions, and stories that explore how power and procedure can shape outcomes in real communities.

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1. The Binge Crimes: The Poet
2. The Binge Cases: What She Buried
3. Deep Cover
4. Dead Certain: The Martha Moxley Murder
5. Betrayal Weekly

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1. Howard John Gombert Jr.
2. Rachel R.
3. Denise Rose
4. Anthony DePippo
5. Andrew Krivick
6. Dominic Neglia
7. Adam Wilson
8. Bill Quick

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