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Gone South

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

Gone South is a weekly podcast series about crimes that are, in one way or another, Southern. Each episode contains its own story, usually told by the person who committed the crime, the person who solved it, or both. In telling these stories, writer and host Jed Lipinski encounters insights not only about crime and The South, but about human nature. Previous seasons of Gone South include: Season ... more

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Latest Episodes

In Part 2, Dickie Lynn and Ricou DeShaw’s smuggling operation grows more ambitious and more dangerous. As one partner walks away, the other goes all in, leading to prison time, an escape, and a years-long fight for freedom.

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Dickie Lynne and Ricou DeShaw are best friends, spending their youth navigating the labyrinthine creeks and waterways of the Florida Keys. But as both men struggle to find their way in life, the opportunity to smuggle drugs becomes irresistible.

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In the third and final part of “Finding Angie,” the person who may hold the key to the case is suddenly free. Will he finally talk - or will the truth about Angie’s disappearance remain buried forever?

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With the search for Angie at a standstill, the arrival of paralegal Mary Jane Marcantel injects a much-needed boost. As she digs into Joey Smith’s past, she uncovers fraud, fear, and a disturbing pattern of violence, leading to a break the family nev... more

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Recent Guests

Alex Friedman
Prison reform advocate and managing editor of Prison Legal News
Prison Legal News
Episode: S4|E20: Breaking Into Prison | Part 1
Chapman Way
Filmmaker known for directing Wild Wild Country and Kings of Tupelo.
Netflix
Episode: S4|E15: The Kings of Tupelo
Maclain Way
Filmmaker known for directing Wild Wild Country and Kings of Tupelo.
Netflix
Episode: S4|E15: The Kings of Tupelo
Darryl Smith
Former medical student turned methamphetamine manufacturer for an outlaw motorcycle gang
Episode: S4|E3: Batman and Darryl | Part 2
Tony Thompson
Darryl's ex-girlfriend who had a significant relationship with him during his criminal phase
Episode: S4|E3: Batman and Darryl | Part 2
Jimmy Cox
An inmate who escaped from the Louisiana State Penitentiary twice and lived a life of crime before rehabilitation.
Episode: S4|E1: Escape From Angola
Erika Peña
Sex worker who had an encounter with the suspect David
Episode: S3|E4: David
Ciara Munguia
Daughter of one of the murder victims.
Episode: S3|E4: David
Melissa Ramirez
29-year-old sex worker and victim of homicide
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Episode: S3|E2: San Bernardo

Host

Jed Lipinski
Creator, writer, and narrator of the series, bringing personal narratives and insights into crimes rooted in Southern culture.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 5.4k ratings
  • So good!

    Quite possibly the most compelling podcast out there!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarah*Elizabeth
    United States10 days ago
  • Love the new format

    I enjoyed seasons 1-3 but I love the new format and stories in season 4.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    skfnjtridjdkwkwo
    United States10 days ago
  • Great Podcast!

    Absolutely love Gone South!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jennfry
    United States14 days ago
  • Great Show

    Just wanted to say that this is a really good show, my only critique is that a lot of the names particularly the names of the Louisiana people are mispronounced. But that is to be expected because pronouncing Cajun and Coonass names isn’t easy. Otherwise great job Jeb.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LA-TX
    United States14 days ago
  • Love

    This is a great series I love it all the dwarn ot episope and the original season long interview.

    Great. Job Jed

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lumpy fire
    United States25 days ago

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The podcast is frequently described as captivating and addictive, with some reviewers noting a strong emotional and psychological insight into crime and justice.
Many found the discussion of Southern culture and crime particularly engaging, feeling it adds a layer of complexity to the stories told.
Listeners praise the compelling storytelling and depth of the narratives, often highlighting the unique contributions of host Jed Lipinski.

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Apple Podcasts
#119
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#220
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#77
Chile/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#95
India/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#146
Hong Kong/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#169
United Arab Emirates/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S4|E24: Finding Angie Part 2
Q: What did Mary Jane uncover about Joey's past and his potential involvement in Angie's disappearance?
Mary Jane found connections between Joey and various criminal activities including insurance fraud and drug trafficking, alongside her suspicions about his involvement in Angie's disappearance.
S4|E15: The Kings of Tupelo
Q: Did the locals feel the true story had been accurately told before?
Many locals knew the broad strokes but were interested in what the Ways uncovered during their investigation.
S4|E15: The Kings of Tupelo
Q: What did you find interesting about the Tupelo community while working there?
The community was eager to participate and proud of their eccentricities, which contributed to the storytelling process.
S4|E10: H
Q: How did H end up in such a violent confrontation?
H claimed he was provoked, citing the victim's aggression and his own need for self-defense.
S4|E4: Interview With A Serial Killer
Q: At what point do you get Sells to make a confession to law enforcement that they could use at trial?
I was working on Sells trying to talk him into talking to law enforcement, trying to raise up some shred of empathy in him to feel sorry for this woman who was accused of killing the boy that he killed, and I just convinced him to talk to Bill Clutter.

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Dedicated to exploring Southern crimes, this series captures the unique complexities of human nature and the societal influences surrounding these events. Each episode features distinct narratives often relayed by individuals intricately involved, offering insight not only into the criminal acts themselves but also the environmental and personal factors leading to these happenings. The podcast has garnered a reputation for its compelling storytelling and deep exploration of the intersection of crime and culture in the South, alongside a shift in narrative styles across its multiple seasons, which cover various notable cases and themes that resonate with broader audiences.

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Recent guests on Gone South include:

1. Alex Friedman
2. Chapman Way
3. Maclain Way
4. Darryl Smith
5. Tony Thompson
6. Jimmy Cox
7. Erika Peña
8. Ciara Munguia

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