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Going West: True Crime

Dark West Productions
Domestic Violence
Murder
California
True Crime
Murder Investigation
Los Angeles
Abduction
Homicide
Deorr Kunz Jr.
Child Abuse
Missing Persons
New York City
Serial Killers
Mental Health
Florida
Divorce
Idaho
Dustin Kjersem
Robert Hansen
Bryce Laspisa

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 weeklyEpisodes686Founded7 years ago
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Society & CultureTrue Crime

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Latest Episodes

In June of 2023, a 20-year-old Tennessee woman vanished after leaving a hotel, looking disoriented, headed towards a walking path by a major highway. As detectives attempt to untangle a web of toxic relationships, rumors, and conflicting accounts, he... more

On a summer night in June of 1995, a young Arkansas girl was catching fireflies with a few friends when she vanished suddenly. Her friends reported seeing a mysterious man in a pickup nearby just moments before she disappeared, a tip which launched o... more

In May of 2006, a 32-year-old writer in Baltimore rushed out of his home suddenly after receiving a mysterious phone call, and never returned. Six days later, his car was found abandoned, and two days after that, his body was discovered under bafflin... more

In 2010, a 30-year-old Vegas showgirl was preparing for the final rehearsal of her first major production on the Strip when she vanished without a trace. Police reviewed surveillance footage and spotted her getting into her car and driving away, neve... more

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Recent Guests

Kouri Richins
Former wife of Eric Richins, originally appeared as a guest in interview segments
Individual involved in case
Episode: Kouri Richins: Killer Turned Author // 596
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 of Going West: True Crime; engages in deep-dive investigations with a focus on case details, updates, and survivor perspectives.
Daphne Woolsoncroft
Co-host; contributes to case narratives, research, and conversational dynamics.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 17.9k ratings
  • Great cases. God job!

    Rey Rivera coverage thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ihaveclaws
    United States8 days ago
  • My favorite podcast

    Love!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ashelizcou
    United States14 days ago
  • Getting really annoying

    They seem like really nice people but stop apologizing constantly for your opinions, it’s like you’re so afraid to offend anyone that you go on and on apologizing. The cases they cover are interesting but I can’t deal with all the speculation. Way too much of the hosts opinions . Off the wall speculating. Could be really good …

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Velvetjml
    United States14 days ago
  • Daphne's Weird Narration

    It's something that really gets on my nerves...Daphne has this habit of saying something and then immediately after she let's out a loud (misophonia triggering) breath.

    I try not to focus on it, of course, but it's so obvious that induces misophonia rage in me...

    ...not sure how long I can continue listening to her.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Rip's Jaye
    Canada15 days ago
  • It is unfortunate

    Long time listener and I’ll be honest with the latest comments about babies and celiacs disease made by your boss Alex I will no longer be following you guys. Maybe one day you will realize how vial of a human she is and go your separate ways, hope to seen you then.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    slash1901
    United States19 days ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Engaged fans praise strong host chemistry and respectful storytelling.
Fans appreciate case updates and survivor-centered framing; some criticize tone at times.
Listeners note heavy ad load and occasional spoilers.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#233
United States/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#35
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#48
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#131
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#100
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#245
Italy/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Hall of Crime with Daphne and Heath + Q & A // 600
Q: In real life, what if anything do you argue about?
The couple explains that, as a married duo who work together, everyday disagreements exist but episodes remain professional; most arguments are mundane and centered on normal daily life rather than topics they discuss publicly.
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.

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