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Gone South

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Melissa Ramirez
Laredo, Texas
Drug Enforcement Administration
Juan David Ortiz
San Bernardo Avenue
Prostitution
Homicide Investigation
Laredo
Gone South
Breaking Bad
Atlanta
Buford Pusser
Murder
Texas
Drug Addiction
Sex Work
The Dixie Mafia
Methamphetamine
Florida
Pauline Pusser

For years, Gone South has been a podcast about crime in the American South. But in Season 5, we’re widening the lens. Through deeply reported, narrative-driven stories—and conversations with journalists, historians, musicians, and people who’ve lived these stories firsthand—we’re digging into the myths, scandals, and power structures that still shape the South… and, in many ways, the country itsel... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes75Founded4 years ago
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Most people know the phrase “Remember the Alamo.” Fewer know what actually happened there or why Texans still fight over it.

Jed Lipinski talks with journalist and historian Bryan Burrough, co-author of Forget the Alamo, about the real story behind ... more

Murder at the U follows the murder of Bryan Pata, senior defensive tackle for the University of Miami. More than a decade later, with Bryan’s family desperately searching for answers, the case found its way to a team of ESPN reporters. Now, a suspect... more

In 2012, historian Karen Cox is digging through the Mississippi State Archives when an archivist tells her, “If you want to know about Natchez, you need to look at Goat Castle.” Cox expects a ghost story. What she finds is stranger and darker: a 1932... more

At a 2024 House Judiciary oversight hearing, an exchange about racially motivated violence goes viral after FBI chief Kash Patel appears to stumble over a question about the 2015 Charleston church massacre. The moment sparks a grim question: how does... more

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Recent Guests

Jeanette Pata
Bryan Pata's mother
Episode: You Might Like: Murder at The U - A suspect awaiting trial and a murder still unsolved
Edwin Pata
Bryan's brother
Episode: You Might Like: Murder at The U - A suspect awaiting trial and a murder still unsolved
Edrick Pata
Bryan's brother
Episode: You Might Like: Murder at The U - A suspect awaiting trial and a murder still unsolved
Billy Corbin
Director of 30 for 30 documentaries about the University of Miami
30 for 30 / ESPN
Episode: You Might Like: Murder at The U - A suspect awaiting trial and a murder still unsolved
Karen Cox
Historian and archivist featured in the episode
Historian, Mississippi State Archives researcher
Episode: Goat Castle: Murder, Myth, and Jim Crow Justice in Natchez
Jelani Cobb
Staff writer for The New Yorker and Dean of Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism
The New Yorker; Columbia University
Episode: Charleston, 2015: Dylann Roof and Emanuel AME
Mike Elam
An investigator and YouTuber focused on the Buford Pusser case
Episode: ​BONUS: The Real Buford Pusser | Part 3
Dennis Hathcock
First person to arrive at the second ambush site; offers alternative accounts of Buford Pusser's actions.
Episode: ​BONUS: The Real Buford Pusser | Part 3
Mike Perlstein
An investigative reporter covering the staged accident fraud scheme
WWL TV
Episode: S4|E39: Operation Sideswipe | Part 2

Host

Jed Lipinski
Award-winning journalist and creator of the show. He engages audiences with compelling true crime narratives and emphasizes the importance of contextual storytelling.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 5.8k ratings
  • Gone South

    Love all Gone South, but as a journalist and podcaster you should know you are pronouncing Alex’s name incorrectly. For what it’s worth so did Lester Holt in the sound bite. Fact check next time, please.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SneeCatg
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great show

    Binged and enjoyed every bit of this show, from the serialized seasons at the beginning to the episodic format in season 4! Hope we get a season 5 soon in whatever format you decide. Update us!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    johnny truecrime
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love it we need more!!!!

    Are we going to see a season five???

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jtai191
    United States2 months ago
  • Very well done crime pod. Love it!

    Very well presented and interesting stories. Great job.

    Love this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BaldysFJR
    United States3 months ago
  • Excellent storytelling

    Binging season 4 now. Love it. So well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    b1llsmaf1a
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Audiences commend the insightful investigation into cultural narratives and the implications they have on contemporary issues.
Feedback mentions an affinity for the narrator's engaging style and unique Southern perspectives present in the storytelling.
Listeners appreciate the thorough storytelling and how compelling it is, often bingeing multiple episodes at a time.
Some listeners expressed a desire for more seasons and anticipated updates from the series.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#60
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#129
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#149
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#129
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#233
France/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#102
Sweden/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Charleston, 2015: Dylann Roof and Emanuel AME
Q: How did Charleston's symbols and monuments factor into public memory after the massacre?
The discussion covers the removal of the Confederate flag from the state capitol grounds, the debates around heritage versus hate, and how monuments in Charleston were reevaluated in light of Roof's murders and the city's history.
Charleston, 2015: Dylann Roof and Emanuel AME
Q: What was the historical context behind the attack on Emanuel AME Church?
The host and guest discuss how Emanuel AME's history, including connections to Denmark Vesey and the long memory of racial violence in Charleston, frames Roof's actions as part of a broader, perilous continuity rather than an isolated incident.
S4|E40: An Interview with Jed Lipinski
Q: What is Gone South in your mind?
Jed explains that it's not a chat show but a narrative show focusing on telling stories through the voices of those who lived them, emphasizing his compulsion to write stories.
S4|E40: An Interview with Jed Lipinski
Q: So, what did you discover in terms of the opportunities that existed in podcasting versus the formats that you've done in the past?
Jed expresses that podcasting restored the intimacy he appreciated in journalism, allowing interviewees to be more open and honest.
S4|E40: An Interview with Jed Lipinski
Q: Can you tell me about the genesis of Gone South?
Jed shares that he was a journalist and a crime reporter that led him to discover an unsolved murder story, which kicked off the podcast.

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Exploring crime and cultural narratives in the American South, the podcast features deeply reported and narrative-driven stories that go beyond typical crime reporting. By engaging with journalists, historians, musicians, and locals, it breathes life into the myths, scandals, and power dynamics that have shaped the region. Each episode uniquely examines historical events, social issues, and significant figures, ultimately shedding light on the complexities of Southern identity. The recent shift in storytelling emphasizes the importance of understanding history's impact on contemporary society, making the podcast particularly compelling for those interested in true crime intersected with cultural explorations.

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Recent guests on Gone South include:

1. Jeanette Pata
2. Edwin Pata
3. Edrick Pata
4. Billy Corbin
5. Karen Cox
6. Jelani Cobb
7. Mike Elam
8. Dennis Hathcock

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