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Crimes of the Times

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Corey Kaufman
California
Los Angeles
Los Angeles Times
FBI
Robert Woody
Clean Power Alliance
Korey Kauffman
Stanislaus County
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
Modesto
Mcmartin Preschool
John Delorean
Legal System
Lee Baca
Los Angeles County
Child Abuse
Menendez Brothers
Michael Cooley

L.A. Times reporter Christopher Goffard of “Dirty John” is back with another riveting podcast from L.A. Times Studios. In “Crimes of the Times,” Goffard goes deep behind the scenes of a new story each week, cutting through common myths and misconceptions to uncover what really happened in the most compelling cases from L.A. and beyond.

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Recent Guests

Veronica Compton
Woman who attempted to strangle a cocktail waitress to keep the case active
Episode: How A Hillside Strangler Nearly Went Free
David Ritz
Biographer of Marvin Gaye (Divided Soul)
Author
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Defense attorney
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Episode: Suicide by Father? The Tragic Death of Marvin Gaye
Mike Gatto
Former California Assembly member, son of Joe Gatto
California Assembly
Episode: The Unsolved Slaying of Joe Gatto
Mariana Gatto
Daughter of Joe Gatto and participant in family story
Family of the victim
Episode: The Unsolved Slaying of Joe Gatto
Bill Curtis
Journalist who covered Toguri's story
Los Angeles Times / broadcaster
Episode: The Trials of Tokyo Rose
Barbara Tremblay
Hollywood producer aiming to tell Toguri's story with full context
Hollywood producer
Episode: The Trials of Tokyo Rose
Ron Yates
Journalist who uncovered new perspectives on the case
Chicago Tribune / LA Times collaborator
Episode: The Trials of Tokyo Rose

Host

Christopher Goffard
Host of Crimes of the Times; LA Times journalist known for in-depth investigations and storytelling.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 51.6k ratings
  • Hillside Strangler

    Great show! I’d like to see Salernos partner Gil Carillo on The Night Stalker case featured on the show as well. Gil was the first one that connected all of Ramirez crimes to a single serial killer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jack Draeger
    United States3 months ago
  • Cool

    I like it. Very interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chr1st14n458
    Australia5 months ago
  • WHAT.?

    Christopher. Just your intro to the case in the OC alone is triumphant. Im locked in. Keeep your stories coming. You tell them like no one can. Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    marlobrooke3
    United States6 months ago
  • Worth a Listen!

    Enjoying the style of it most and the narration. No miscellaneous content. Story told. Easy listening. Perhaps a little dry but I like my martinis dry too😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Doobeedi
    Canada6 months ago
  • Intriguing but slow going

    A fascinating look into California history. I did feel that it’s being dragged out into too many episodes, however. I think it would be better to make each episode an hour so that they feel more satisfying.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Psykickgirl
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the nuanced take on crime stories and historical context.
Well-reported with strong sourcing and credible voices.
Consistency in interviewing and production quality is a frequent positive note.
Some episodes feel slow or overlong, but the storytelling remains engaging.

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The Dahlia Zodiac Connection: Part Four
Q: What evidence keeps Margolis in the foreground as a suspect despite the passage of decades?
Accounts of his volatile temperament, his wartime trauma, alibi issues, disruptions around the time of Short's death, and corroborated interviews suggesting he could have had access to relevant locations—combined with inconsistencies in other suspects—keep him central in debate.
The Dahlia Zodiac Connection: Part Four
Q: Can you give us a psychological profile of Marvin Margolis, William?
Margolis is described as volatile, with a pattern of rapid career changes, a violent temper, and a combative attitude shaped by a difficult family dynamic and war experiences, suggesting underlying antisocial traits and a need for attention.
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We need to reduce the cost of housing and build workforce housing to address these issues.
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Q: What do you think when you hear the mayor's response about the fire management?
The mayor admitted she didn't do her job; she failed.
Featuring: Rebuilding L.A.
Q: Where do you see yourself right now in this moment of LA history?
I view my role as wanting to be there to get people back in their communities as quickly and safely as possible.

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A rigorous, narrative-driven true-crime program that digs into how major cases unfolded, blending archival material, interviews with investigators, prosecutors, journalists, and historians. Each episode centers on a single case or historical episode, unpacking legal strategy, investigative missteps, and shifting public narratives with careful context and fresh perspectives. Notable strengths include in-depth access to source materials, a measured, documentary storytelling style, and contributions from a wide range of experts who illuminate the legal, social, and historical stakes of each story. The show frequently revisits how politics, media, and institutions influence justice, offering listeners a nuanced view that goes beyond sensational... more

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1. Veronica Compton
2. David Ritz
3. Arnold Gold
4. Donna Brackey
5. Mike Gatto
6. Mariana Gatto
7. Bill Curtis
8. Barbara Tremblay

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