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In Season 1 of Bone Valley, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Gilbert King tells a story of a man, Leo Schofield, fighting to prove his innocence in the case of his wife Michelle’s murder.

In Season 2, “JEREMY” Gilbert King brings us a story about her actual killer, Jeremy Scott, fighting to prove his guilt. The State of Florida does not believe either man.

Bone Valley Season 3 | GRAVES COUNTY is a ... more

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Earwitness: Chapter 8 | Bondage to the Law

In an unusual turn, District Attorney Danny Carr and original prosecutor Jeff Wallace push against Toforest Johnson’s conviction, even as he remains on death row. Beth Shelburne traces a system reluctant t... more

Earwitness: Chapter 7 | Messy

Years after the conviction, the original prosecutor, Jeff Wallace, begins questioning Violet Ellison’s story, while Beth Shelburne uncovers a troubling pattern. Ellison’s moves through the legal system blur the lines b... more

Earwitness: Chapter 6 | Misfiled

Beth Shelburne uncovers the murky story behind Violet Ellison, the ‘earwitness’ whose $5,000 payoff shaped Toforest Johnson’s fate. Decades of denial give way to uneasy facts, revealing a conviction propped up by mo... more

Earwitness: Chapter 5 | Anybody Will Do

Beth Shelburne digs into how Toforest Johnson was convicted without a shred of physical evidence, as prosecutors leap between ever-shifting theories of Deputy Hardy’s murder. Confronting the prosecutor who on... more

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Recent Guests

Callie Greer
Organizer and educator focused on advocating for poor people in Alabama
Episode: Chapter 3 | Police Girl
Rosa Hardy
Mother of Yolanda Chambers
Episode: Chapter 3 | Police Girl
Bill Baxley
Former Alabama Attorney General and longtime defender of the death penalty
Episode: Chapter 1 | Behind the Crown
Joyce Ford
Mother of Ardragus Ford who shared insights on her son's life and the impact of violence on their family
Episode: Chapter 1 | Behind the Crown
Antonio Green
Cousin of Toforest Johnson, providing insight into Toforest's upbringing and familial responsibilities
Episode: Chapter 1 | Behind the Crown
Beth Shelburne
Creator and host of Earwitness, award-winning investigative journalist.
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Andrew Jarecki
Filmmaker and co-director of The Alabama Solution.
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Charlotte Kaufman
Filmmaker and co-director of The Alabama Solution.
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Episode: Gilbert King Presents: Bone Valley Season 4 | Earwitness
Quincy Cross
Accused murderer of Jessica Curran
Episode: Chapter 3 | Persons of Interest

Hosts

Beth Shelburne
Investigative journalist and host with a focus on wrongful convictions; co-leads storytelling and investigative work for Earwitness.
Gilbert King
Pulitzer Prize-winning author and host; leads deep-dive journalistic storytelling across Bone Valley and related series.
Maggie Freleng
Host and producer with a background in investigative reporting and documentary-style storytelling; a core voice across Bone Valley and spinoff series.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 8.5k ratings
  • Could not stop listening

    This was a great listen and I hope more people hear this podcast and that he gets a new trial soon and many blessings to his family

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Asphalt cowboy 1
    United States6 days ago
  • Obsessed

    I couldn’t stop listening to this.. it breaks my heart how the system has handled this case. My hope and prayer is this podcast will help bring justice! I’m in awe of Leo and the way he has clung to his faith.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chelsea b w
    United States13 days ago
  • Great but just way too many advertisements.

    Outstanding content, really very good. Unfortunately the length and volume of advertisements really diminishes this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    81Turtle
    New Zealand15 days ago
  • Incredible podcast

    Don’t miss this podcast. Compelling and important.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    2 x listener
    United States16 days ago
  • Excellent visibility to criminal justice injustices

    This is well-produced and tells such compelling stories bringing some light to the injustices in our system. Tragic.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BaldysFJR
    United Statesa month ago

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Some feedback notes the pacing and heavy episodic length may be challenging for casual listeners, but fans appreciate the depth and impact.
Listeners praise the show for meticulous reporting, compelling storytelling, and its ability to illuminate wrongful convictions.
A recurring critique mentions ads or sponsor messages interrupting the narrative flow for some episodes.

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#67
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#68
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#73
Canada/True Crime
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#100
Australia/True Crime
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#182
Italy/True Crime
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#225
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Talking Points

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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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Frequently Asked Questions About Bone Valley

What is Bone Valley about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Bone Valley presents in-depth, narrative-driven true crime focusing on wrongful convictions and the broader flaws within the justice system. Across seasons, it investigates high-profile cases, blending investigative journalism, personal testimonies, and legal analysis to challenge official narratives and highlight human impact. Notable strengths include meticulous sourcing, cross-cutting perspectives from journalists, filmmakers, and legal experts, and a mission-driven stance toward truth and accountability. The show often centers on long-form storytelling, complex case histories, and the role of witnesses, prosecutors, and defense in shaping outcomes, which can be especially appealing to listeners who crave thorough, issue-focused crime st... more

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1. Callie Greer
2. Rosa Hardy
3. Bill Baxley
4. Joyce Ford
5. Antonio Green
6. Beth Shelburne
7. Andrew Jarecki
8. Charlotte Kaufman

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