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Going West: True Crime

Dark West Productions
Cajairah Fraise
Brandon Lawson
Christopher Thompkins
Maggie Long
Mysterious Disappearances
Jane Britton
911 Call
Lineman Job Safety
Potential Foul Play
Margaret Kilcoyne
Jack In the Box
Texas
Law Enforcement Response
Mental Health Awareness
Georgia
Missing Persons Advocacy
Methamphetamine
Harris County Sheriff's Office
Nantucket Island
Abduction

Daphne Woolsoncroft and Heath Merryman discuss haunting details of different disappearance and murder cases week by week. New episodes released every Tuesday and Friday.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes656Founded7 years ago
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Society & CultureTrue Crime

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Latest Episodes

In March of 2003, a 20-year-old woman, who happened to be the daughter of an NYPD detective, was found brutally beaten to death in Hudson Valley, discarded on a rural dirt path. It was quickly determined that she had been killed in her car, by someon... more

In February of 2007, a 34-year-old mother of two left in the middle of the night for a work trip to San Juan, Puerto Rico, but would never make it to her destination. Her husband reported her missing, having last seen her getting into a black town ca... more

In March of 1993, a 27-year-old American woman returned home to her Dublin apartment after picking up groceries to cook dinner for her friends the following evening. But when her roommates arrived home two days later, they found the apartment empty, ... more

In February of 2019, a 20-year-old man vanished after last being seen fleeing from a store near his small, Washington town. His disappearance came just two months after a disturbing incident in which he told loved ones that three people had attacked ... more

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Recent Guests

Holly Madison
Star of Girls Next Door and author of Down the Rabbit Hole
Episode: Summer of Hell (ft Holly Madison) // 500
Kara Robinson Chamberlain
Survivor of Richard Evonitz's kidnapping, now a victim advocate and public speaker
Episode: The Spotsylvania Killer // 422
Bonnie Lou Gower
Evonitz's ex-wife who has spoken publicly about her experiences with him
Episode: The Spotsylvania Killer // 422

Hosts

Heath Merryman
Host and co-founder, known for compelling storytelling and providing insightful commentary on true crime cases.
Daphne Woolsoncroft
Host and co-founder, recognized for her deep empathy and thorough research on various true crime narratives.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 17.7k ratings
  • Love!

    Love listening to Going West, and I look forward to your new episodes! They do a wonderful job!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Miranda VanLeur
    United States21 days ago
  • The best!

    Daphne and Heath are the best… I’ve listed for a very long time and it’s the only true crime podcast I can get in to! So proud of how far they have come!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    arirkennedy
    United States23 days ago
  • Please see this

    I know it’s not really your thing but can you go over some of the more famous cases like dahmer and BTK I just feel like it would be interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jygwjs
    United Statesa month ago
  • Faith Hedgepeth

    I’m looking so forward to you guys covering this case from my home state of North Carolina. I know you guys will get into all the details and layout what really happened.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DyingforMore
    United Statesa month ago
  • Hailey Buzzbee

    Thank you for doing an episode on Hailey. That happened in my state and we are still learning what happened.

    Been a listener for a while.

    Listen to you guys as a I workout and train. 🩵

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ktln87
    United Statesa month ago

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Many find the hosts relatable and engaging, enjoying their narrative style and expert commentary.
A few listeners express frustration with pacing, noting that some episodes feel lengthened unnecessarily.
Listeners appreciate the detailed storytelling and respectful handling of sensitive topics.
Some feedback suggests a desire for increased focus on diversity in case selection and representation.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#250
United States/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#52
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#64
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#161
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#122
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#204
France/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Tess Hilt // 530
Q: What theories have emerged regarding Tess Hilt's murder?
Theories include potential involvement by an older male professor or even a female perpetrator driven by jealousy.
Tess Hilt // 530
Q: What happened to Tess Hilt?
Tess Hilt was brutally murdered in her apartment in 1973, with evidence suggesting it was a personal crime, possibly committed by someone who knew her.
The Hiding Man: Anatomy of a Serial Killer // 518
Q: Did having Going West make it easier to create a fictional investigation? Did you do additional research for the book?
Yes, I did a lot more research into police procedures and wrote with the goal of keeping the book accurate.
The Hiding Man: Anatomy of a Serial Killer // 518
Q: How did you come up with the mask and why did you give him one?
I wanted to write it like a horror movie, and since many horror movies feature masked killers, I thought it would add to the creep factor.
The Hiding Man: Anatomy of a Serial Killer // 518
Q: What is the scariest thing about this book other than The Hiding Man?
The scariest thing is that somebody like The Hiding Man could very much exist and has existed over time, taking lives after terrorizing their victims.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Going West: True Crime

What is Going West: True Crime about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Themes of true crime pervade the episodes, focusing on various grim and often tragic murder cases that have captured public interest. Each episode meticulously outlines the narrative surrounding each case, delving into the motivations behind the crime and the subsequent investigations. The hosts emphasize the importance of accurately portraying the victims' stories while exploring themes such as mental health, domestic violence, and the complex dynamics of familial relationships. With each release, the hosts aim to provide listeners with a detailed account of the events and the human elements connected to these harrowing stories, fostering a sense of empathy and awareness about the impact of these crimes on communities.

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