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Hell and Gone

iHeartPodcasts
Arkansas
True Crime
Christina Pipkin
Domestic Violence
Taylor Barksdale
Barbara Ann Bryan
Nina Ingram
Mental Health
Unsolved Murders
Homicide
Social Media
Shannon Lee Collins
Connie Townsend
Murder Investigation
Tyler Smith
Hickory Ridge
Calcasieu Parish
Amanda Tusing
Madison County
Kk's Corner

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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Latest Episodes

On the evening of Sunday, September 14, 2014, 15-year-old Cassie Kay Compton went out for a pack of cigarettes down the road from her small white house in Stuttgart, Arkansas...and never came back. At least that’s the official story.

We know a few... more

On June 5, 2025, 36-year-old Chicago Police Officer Krystal Rivera and her partner, Carlos Baker, were working patrol in the East Chatham neighborhood on Chicago’s south side. They saw an armed man outside of an apartment building and began to chase ... more

Clea Hall disappeared in 1994 when she was just 18 years old. The night she disappeared, she was only a few blocks away from home at her after-school job. What happened to Clea in those few short blocks between work and home? Did she get into a car w... more

On December 3, 2025, deputies were called to the home of 57-year-old Dr. Randall Beallis, his 40 year old wife, Charity Beallis and their six year old twins on South 1st Avenue in Bonanza, Arkansas.

The bodies of Charity, and her two children, a b... more

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Recent Guests

Randy Avery
Close friend of Bobo, who called the podcast to share memories of the case
Episode: Hell and Gone: Mary "Bobo" Shinn
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

Host

Catherine Townsend
Host of Hell and Gone Murder Line; lead journalist and investigator guiding deep-dive true crime storytelling

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 9.2k ratings
  • Wanted to like

    Absolutely one of the worst podcasts I have listened to. A 45 minute episode is like 17 min after all the repetitive ads. Made it through 2 episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Karmairjudticepod
    United States15 days ago
  • Is the background music necessary?

    I really prefer one host podcasts because I don’t like nonsense talk that is unnecessary. Just tell the story and give the details. I had high hopes for this one but couldn’t get past the odd low background music. Had to turn my radio down a few times to make sure it was on the podcast. Now I don’t even want to listen to part 2&3 of the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    JandMpods
    United States16 days ago
  • Stick to Red Collar

    Red Collar and Blood Money are so much better. Why not stick to those? Also please edit your podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    pyschic corner
    United States17 days ago
  • Tripp Brazeale case

    Might want to try again. Concluded a suicide without half of the facts

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    JQCSBTR
    United Statesa month ago
  • No politics

    I’ve listened since the beginning. I’m over all the politics. Bringing politics into your podcast when there is entirely too much political division is a no no. I can’t listen any longer. We need a break from all the political bull!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MommaMoose
    United Statesa month ago

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Listeners praise rigorous investigation and factual detail
Audience often suggests new cases and updates for coverage
Many appreciate the host's balanced, respectful handling of victims
Ads and pacing are a common point of critique

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#112
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#159
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#198
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#188
Norway/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#225
Sweden/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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What is Hell and Gone about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A detailed, case-driven true crime series that centers investigative narrative and archival context around unsolved deaths. Episodes mix first-person narration with family accounts, public records, and media history to examine cold cases, highlight systemic challenges, and explore how modern tools and forensics intersect with investigations. The show tends to escalate from long-form, deep-dives into multi-episode profiles, while also featuring weekly updates and new case explorations. A notable strength is the host's methodical approach to presenting evidence, timelines, and diverse viewpoints, which can be especially compelling for listeners who value careful reconstruction and calls for new information. The format's shift to a weekly Murd... more

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Recent guests on Hell and Gone include:

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

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