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Crimes of the Centuries

Amber Hunt and Audioboom
True Crime
FBI
World War II
Murder
Amityville Horror
Defeo Murders
Great Depression
Vietnam War
Art Theft
Jimmy Savile
Nazi Germany
Cincinnati
Chowchilla Kidnapping
Child Abuse
Hitler
Cultural Genocide
Charley Ross
Diane Downs
California
Crimes Of the Centuries

Crime is so commonplace that it takes something particularly shocking to be labelled the “crime of the century.” Even so, there are a lot of cases that have earned the distinction. In each episode of Crimes of the Centuries, award-winning journalist Amber Hunt will examine a case that’s lesser known today but was huge when it happened. The cases explored span the centuries and each left a mark. So... more

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Faith Hedgepeth was 19 when she was beaten to death in her off-campus apartment in September 2012. It took nine years to make an arrest, and five more to get Miguel Salguero-Olivares in front of a jury. At trial, Faith’s former roommate, long the int... more

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In November 1990, something terrible happened inside a stall at one of the most storied farms in Kentucky. The victim was worth millions. The people around him were drowning in debt. And when an injury that initially looked survivable turned fatal, t... more

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Happy Halloween, everybody. I thought I'd mark the occasion by revisiting one of the most chilling stories we've ever covered, that of Ronald O'Bryan, the man who came dangerously close to ruining Halloween for everybody. Because while we spend this ... more

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On Christmas Eve 1870, a chaotic brawl inside a Hamilton, Ohio gambling saloon left notorious ruffian Thomas Myers dead from a mysterious gunshot. The state quickly pinned the murder on political operator Thomas McGehean, triggering a sensational ser... more

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John Curcio
Fort Lauderdale police detective
Fort Lauderdale Police Department
Episode: S6 Ep29: The Serial Killer Every Cop Knew
Casey Renee
Host of Let's Talk Headlines
Episode: S6 Ep29: The Serial Killer Every Cop Knew
Stephen Michelson
Attorney who represented Eddie Lee Mosley
Episode: S6 Ep29: The Serial Killer Every Cop Knew
Tamara Hill
Licensed clinical child and family psychotherapist
Episode: S6 Ep29: The Serial Killer Every Cop Knew
Mark Safrik
Former FBI Behavioral Analysis Unit supervisory special agent
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Episode: S6 Ep29: The Serial Killer Every Cop Knew
Kevin Allen
Fort Lauderdale police detective
Fort Lauderdale Police Department
Episode: S6 Ep29: The Serial Killer Every Cop Knew
Barbara Howard
Developmental behavioral pediatrician at Johns Hopkins Children's Center
Johns Hopkins Children's Center
Episode: S6 Ep29: The Serial Killer Every Cop Knew
Pam Colloff
Author of Catch the Devil, A True Story of Murder, Deception, and Injustice on the Gulf Coast
Author, freelance journalist
Episode: S6 Ep27: Catch the Devil: The Murder of Shelly Boggio
Noreen Gosch
Mother of Johnny Gosch; central figure in the investigation and advocacy
Gosch family
Episode: S6 Ep26: Johnny Gosch: The Paperboy Who Never Came Home

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Amber Hunt
Award-winning journalist and author

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 6.3k ratings
  • General

    Please ditch the music during the narrative. It’s distracting and unnecessary.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    childish drivel
    United States12 days ago
  • Talkiatry

    Please DO NOT let them influence you to use talkiatry. They very obviously do not use this platform or do not care about the real reviews about it. Talkiatry will tell you that everything is covered under your insurance but then will code it so you’re still paying $800 for a 45 minute conversation. They prey on people who need help. I trusted this podcast and I shouldn’t have. Don’t trust them on who they use and get paid to promote.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SirAndPotato
    United States16 days ago
  • A fantastic episode among many great ones

    Meaher’s crime and the history of Africatown on Alabama is so very well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lionszen
    United States2 months ago
  • The best of the best!

    The ABSCam episode was very well done and the extremely complex FBI scheme was related well.

    There have been several recent television shows about ABSCam and this episode is as good as any of those. For another cohesive explanation of this topic along with the first-person coverage of John Jenrette read Capitol Steps and Missteps by John F Clark-a former Jenrette aide who was a friend and employee of Jenrette.

    Available on Amazon.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jarshush
    United States2 months ago
  • Could use more research

    The host needs to dig a little deeper (she keeps referring to “colonists” in the Manhattan Well Murder episode when it takes place well after the founding, she often has trouble pronouncing simple words) & leave her politics, gender bias, economic bias at the door. Isn’t that what “journalists” do? Over all it’s a good podcast but with glaring errors and dubious sources (we get Amber loves the Hamilton musical but have some dignity).

    Apple Podcasts
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    FS1703
    United States3 months ago

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Some listeners object to perceived political commentary or bias, while others value attention to social and political context.
Advertising and production choices draw criticism, including complaints about ad volume and distracting narrative music.
A few listeners raise concerns about research accuracy, pronunciation and occasional errors.
Listeners often praise Amber Hunt's research, writing and engaging delivery, and value the blend of history and true crime.
Many appreciate the detailed, distinctive case narratives and clear explanations of complex investigations.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#119
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Apple Podcasts
#168
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#222
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#231
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#77
Colombia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#112
Russia/True Crime

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S6 Ep26: Johnny Gosch: The Paperboy Who Never Came Home
Q: Were you involved in any of the sexual abuse of Johnny?
Yes, I was forced to participate in it according to Paul Bonassi's account during the abduction, and he described a coordinated operation involving multiple individuals; however, the veracity of these claims is disputed by investigators and sources, leaving questions about credibility.
S5 Ep20: The Fox in the Henhouse: Klaus Fuchs and the Secret That Changed the World
Q: What were the consequences of his actions?
His espionage enabled the Soviet Union to develop their own atomic bomb much quicker than anticipated, potentially altering the course of the Cold War.
S5 Ep20: The Fox in the Henhouse: Klaus Fuchs and the Secret That Changed the World
Q: What was Klaus Fuchs' motivation for spying?
He believed that by sharing atomic secrets with the Soviet Union, he could help create a more equal world and promote peace.

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What is Crimes of the Centuries about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Award-winning journalist Amber Hunt presents carefully researched narratives about high-profile crimes that have faded from public attention. Cases span different centuries and include murders, kidnappings, corruption, wrongful convictions and notorious trials. Episodes typically follow events chronologically, using archival material, contemporary reporting and legal or forensic evidence to explain both what happened and how the case affected public life, institutions or the justice system. Some stories remain unresolved, and the narration often considers how later evidence or changing social views have reshaped their interpretation.

The format is primarily a solo, documentary-style account, with interviews and expert commentary in some ep... more

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1. John Curcio
2. Casey Renee
3. Stephen Michelson
4. Tamara Hill
5. Mark Safrik
6. Kevin Allen
7. Barbara Howard
8. Pam Colloff

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