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Hell and Gone

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Christina Pipkin
Arkansas
Billie Jean Phillips
Clint Eugene Phillips
Robbie Tubbs
Madison County
DNA Evidence
Jason Lierl
Billie Jean Philips
Hickory Ridge
Natalie Bollinger
Domestic Violence
HIV AIDS
Madison County, Arkansas
Police Investigation
Murder Trial
Cowlake Ditch
Murder Investigation
Social Media
Rusty Kane

Hell And Gone is a true crime podcast from iHeartPodcasts and School of Humans that follows journalist and private investigator Catherine Townsend as she investigates unsolved deaths.

Now in its fifth season, Hell and Gone is going weekly.

Over the past five years of making true crime podcast Hell and Gone, host Catherine Townsend has received hundreds of messages from people all around the co... more

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On Sept. 1, 1995, a police officer in Fort Smith, Arkansas pulled over a vehicle. A man named Jerry Cogan was driving and his girlfriend, 24-year-old Lori Murchison, was the passenger.

Lori worked at a local nursing home. She had a four year old d... more

On Saturday, November 2, 2024 15-year-old Tripp Brazeale headed out of his house in Forrest City, Arkansas on a four wheeler. He was thrust into a high-speed chase with a Deputy police officer.

Something happened that caused Tripp to abruptly stop... more

On August 21, 2017 seventy year old Larry Schulman was home alone sleeping in his upstairs bedroom at his home on Outer Bridge Lane in the Providence Commons area, an affluent suburb of Charlotte, North Carolina. Then at around 3:00 a.m. Larry was wo... more

On March 2nd 1957, 65 year old Maud Crawford, who was one of the most well-known women in her hometown of Camden Arkansas community after she made history as the only female attorney to ever practice law there, was stringing beans at home. Her husba... more

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Recent Guests

Larry Schulman
Subject of a high-profile unsolved murder case in Charlotte, NC
Family of Josh Schulman
Episode: Hell and Gone Murder Line: Larry and Josh Schulman
Beth Raquel
Investigator and author brought in to explore the Maud Crawford case
Journalist/Author
Episode: Hell and Gone Murder Line: Maud Crawford
Freddie Wilson
Podcast producer and author associated with the Unforgotten project
Unforgotten podcast
Episode: Hell and Gone Murder Line: Matthew Stewart
Justin Judd
Husband of Jennifer Judd, who discovered her body
Episode: Hell and Gone Murder Line: Jennifer Judd
Charles 'Chuck' Chance
A friend of Justin who visited the Judds' home on the day of the murder
Episode: Hell and Gone Murder Line: Jennifer Judd
Paige Autumn White
The victim whose remains were discovered by a hiker.
Episode: Hell and Gone Murder Line: Paige Autumn White
Jason Mihaljevic
Amy's older brother, who shares his experiences related to Amy's case and its impact on their family
Episode: Hell and Gone Murder Line: Amy Mihaljevic
Maggie Zingman
Brittany's mother, who has been advocating for justice for her daughter.
Episode: Hell and Gone Murder Line: Brittany Phillips Part 2
Dr. Marjorie Zingman
Mother of Brittany Phillips and psychologist specializing in trauma
Episode: Hell and Gone Murder Line: Brittany Phillips Part 1

Host

Catherine Townsend
Host and investigative journalist focused on unsolved cases, often engaging with families affected by these crimes and advocating for justice.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 9.2k ratings
  • Grammar

    The host should know that “supposebly” is not a word.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    psyctx
    United Statesa month ago
  • Too many ads!

    So many ads then repeating of content to remind you what the episode is all about. I am going to delete this podcast due to frustration

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    bored nick
    Canadaa month ago
  • What happened to the investigation (s) now it's a speed read of the information. This last episode was 30 minutes including ads and there's a part two, why?

    Podcast Addict
    2
    cjp
    2 months ago
  • New information

    So you and your partner Amy need to be doing a second story to the podcast you done on my son. We paid for a second autopsy. They do them for the FBI and there findings are not the same as state police. The officer beat a guy in the head with his pistol a month ago on body cam. So y’all really don’t have any information on this case other than what you took from state police. Amy you processed to tell one individual that I was crazy. How dare you call a grieving mother crazy. I will be sending y... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    jennbrazeale
    United States3 months ago
  • Meh

    I can forgive the very thick Southern accent but not the 4+ minute long ads. Makes it un-listenable.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    LizC127
    United States3 months ago

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Critics note instances of speculative discussion that diverge from a strictly factual recounting of events.
Listeners appreciate the emotional storytelling and compassion of the host, which enriches the narrative of each episode.
There are concerns about the format changes and an increase in advertisements, which some find disruptive to the overall listening experience.
Positive feedback often highlights the podcast's ability to bring light to unsolved cases and engage with victims' families.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#129
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#240
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#157
Belgium/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#188
New Zealand/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#237
Norway/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#246
Brazil/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Hell and Gone Murder Line: Amy Mihaljevic
Q: What memories do you have from the time when Amy went missing?
Jason recalls feeling concerned when Amy did not come home on the day of her abduction, remembering the police and FBI involvement in the search shortly after she was reported missing.
Hell and Gone Murder Line: Brittany Phillips Part 1
Q: What actions has Maggie taken regarding Brittany's case?
Maggie has dedicated her life to keeping Brittany's story alive, traveling thousands of miles and spending significant amounts of money to raise awareness and seek justice.
Hell and Gone Murder Line: Brittany Phillips Part 1
Q: What were the series of events leading up to Brittany's disappearance?
Brittany was last seen after returning home from class, looking forward to her upcoming birthday. Her friend Lydia expressed concern when Brittany did not show up for class and couldn't be reached.
Hell and Gone Murder Line: James Escalante Part 2
Q: What happened to James Escalante?
James Escalante went missing while trying to help a friend and was later found dead in the desert under mysterious circumstances, with the cause and manner of death undetermined.
Hell and Gone Murder Line: William Vick Part 2
Q: Do you think, in your opinion, that it is possible that Martha's actions killed her father?
Will suggests Martha could not have killed him alone but indicates suspicion that her actions were supported by LaRenda.

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This podcast is a true crime series that centers around the investigations of journalist and private investigator Catherine Townsend, who explores unsolved murder cases across the United States. The content often features updates on previously discussed cases along with the introduction of new stories each week. The episodes highlight personal narratives from victims' families, emphasizing the emotional and communal impact of these unsolved crimes. A notable aspect of the show is its interactive element, encouraging listeners to share their own cases for investigation, which fosters a community feel and an ongoing dialogue about justice and resolution in the realm of cold cases.

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Recent guests on Hell and Gone include:

1. Larry Schulman
2. Beth Raquel
3. Freddie Wilson
4. Justin Judd
5. Charles 'Chuck' Chance
6. Paige Autumn White
7. Jason Mihaljevic
8. Maggie Zingman

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