Crossing the Line with M. William Phelps
M. William PhelpsCrossing the Line is a true crime podcast revealing cases of the missing and murdered, told start-to-finish each week. Using the campfire storytelling style that made Paper Ghosts a #1 hit on the charts, host M. William Phelps connects deeply with families touched by violent crime - he understands them, because he is one of them. Having gone through the murder of his own pregnant sister-in-law, Ph... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 204 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | True Crime | |||
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Your two buddies are helping you move one sunny morning. Driving down a lonely Ohio road, looking out on acres of serene farm fields, you spot a jacket off on the side of the road in a ditch—a jacket which will ultimately provide the nickname for one... more
Born with a very rare condition, which he parlayed into a lucrative career with the traveling circus and carnival, they called him Lobster Boy. His story is replete with wild tales, gambling, alcoholism, violence, abuse and, of course … murder.
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A beloved auto mechanic suddenly goes missing and all eyes turn toward the grieving wife. But a far more diabolical and gruesome plot emerges as the secrets behind a tight knit group of friends in a small Texas town come to light.
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A college student abruptly gets up from a poker game, says nothing, and leaves the dorm. With a five-minute walk ahead of him home, somewhere in between … he vanishes… never to be seen again.
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- Incredible storyteller with a no-nonsense attitude
Phelps’ honesty and devotion to the cases shine through in each and every episode. His criticism of the status quo is refreshing and much needed. My favorite investigator, hands down!
Apple Podcasts5p.skane
Swedena month ago - Love your podcasts!
I’ve been a fan since Criminal Minds and appearances on ID and Forensic Files. I appreciate your respect for the victims and their families. In addition, the FACTS! I also get your humor from back in the day. You’re doing such a great job helping these families get answers and justice. All the best to you and I look forward to more episodes of Crossing the Line and Paper Ghosts.
Apple Podcasts5Funflyer94
United Statesa month ago - Crossing the line
Excellent
Your voice is the best out there reading!
Apple Podcasts5Alice anne 22United Statesa month ago - Don’t trust this guy
I’m aware of evidence he ignored so I don’t trust him anymore
Apple Podcasts1VrgoroseUnited Statesa month ago - Excellent!
Well organized & & presented. Each case is thoroughly researched and narrated in a way that keeps you intrigued. One of the better true crime podcasts out there!
Apple Podcasts5JustMimiLisaUnited Statesa month ago
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Apple Podcasts | #250 | United States/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #66 |  Indonesia/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #147 |  Denmark/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #179 |  Ukraine/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #236 |  Hong Kong/True Crime |
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What is Crossing the Line about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Across episodes, the show consistently explores missing-persons cases and violent crimes through meticulous, archival storytelling that centers victims and families. The host combines decades of investigative journalism with personal experience to guide listeners through complex investigations, often highlighting media dynamics, justice system responses, and the human impact of crime. Notably, the format blends thorough research with empathetic narration, and occasional cross-promotional touches, keeping a steady focus on accountability and truth-seeking while maintaining a compelling, story-driven pace for true-crime enthusiasts.
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1. Paper Ghosts: The Texas Teen Murders
2. Hell and Gone
3. The Binge Crimes: Fatal Fantasy
4. The Binge Cases: My Mother's Lies
5. Bone Valley
How many episodes of Crossing the Line are there?
Crossing the Line launched 5 years ago and published 204 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Crossing the Line include:
1. Eugene Glegor
2. Thien Ho
3. Robyn Peery
4. Dr. Peter Vronsky
5. Brendan Cain
6. Jeffrey Smalldon
7. John Wayne Gacy
8. Aidan Kearney
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