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Buried Bones - a historical true crime podcast with Kate Winkler Dawson and Paul Holes

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True Crime
Murder
Forensics
Sexual Assault
Servant Girl Annihilator
Cold Cases
Serial Killers
1970s
Los Angeles
Victimology
Murder Investigation
Cold Case Investigation
William Freeman
Harvey Glatman
Serial Killer
Evelyn Dick
Miranda Rights
Domestic Violence
Austin Texas
19th Century Crime

On Buried Bones, journalist Kate Winkler Dawson and forensic investigator Paul Holes dissect some of history’s most compelling true crime cases from centuries ago. Together, they explore these very old cases through a 21st century lens. With their years of expertise and knowledge of modern forensics, they reflect on how far science has come and bring new insight to old mysteries. Together, Kate an... more

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In this week’s episode, Paul and Kate explore the real story behind the Amityville Horror, examining the murders that took place in the house and the events that made it infamous.

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On today’s episode, Kate and Paul investigate the mysterious 1935 death of a man found brutally injured in Room 1046 of a Kansas City hotel. With a false name and few clues to his identity, the case leaves investigators struggling to figure out who h... more

On this week’s episode, Paul and Kate travel to 1902 Suffolk, England, to investigate the murder of Rose Harsent, a young woman whose death shocks her small village. As the investigation unfolds, secrets emerge and suspicion falls on someone no one e... more

Today, we are sharing part one of a two-part series from the award-winning true crime podcast RedHanded, hosted by Suruthi Bala and Hannah Maguire. RedHanded is the UK's #1 True Crime podcast, covering everything from high-profile murders and cults t... more

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Recent Guests

Kouri Richins
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Episode: Presenting “Kouri Richins: The Children’s Author Who Killed Her Husband” from RedHanded
Patricia Cornwell
Novelist and nonfiction writer, known for her in-depth research into infamous true crime cases
Episode: Presenting: Wicked Words - Kate Winkler Dawson's True Crime Talk Show

Hosts

Kate Winkler Dawson
Journalist and true crime author, co-host focusing on historical context and storytelling through a forensic lens.
Paul Holes
Co-host, forensic investigator with deep expertise in investigative technique and evidence interpretation.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 36.4k ratings
  • I enjoy the historical crimes and the current forensic information that these two discuss. It is unlike any other podcast I have listened to.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    AmericanKermit
    12 days ago
  • Paul and Kate have a great rapport and are enjoyable to listen to. Kate is an excellent story teller and Paul's expertise brings a new dimension to the tales.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    MamaHogan
    14 days ago
  • One of the best true crime podcasts out now!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Dawnkathleen
    15 days ago
  • Too much chit chat

    Too much time wasted in the beginning. Blah blah blah. Get to talking about the story. 25 minutes was all I could handle and still didn’t get the story

    Audible
    1
    Teal Vee
    United States23 days ago
  • Bob Crane episodes

    I was born in 1968, too Paul. I remember very well when this happened. I remember my mom saying she hopes they find who did it & “hang them by their thumbs!”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kimbo Jambo
    United States2 months ago

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Some listeners note lengthy ads and occasional factual corrections as points of critique.
Many find the storytelling and archival analysis compelling and educational.
Listeners praise the hosts' chemistry and expertise, calling the discussions insightful and well-researched.
Fans appreciate the forensic perspectives that illuminate historical cases.

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Apple Podcasts
#70
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#90
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#110
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#129
France/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#195
Australia/True Crime
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#200
Germany/True Crime

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Real Amityville Horror
Q: Does DeFeo's post-crime behavior support an insanity defense?
Paul says that hiding the rifle, clothing, and shell casings indicates DeFeo understood the evidence could be used against him, which weighs against legal insanity, though it does not rule out mental health problems.
The Real Amityville Horror
Q: Does the paraffin test show that Butch had recently fired a weapon?
Paul explains that the test was only presumptive. Residue could come from handling a gun or from transfer by police, so the result could not establish that Butch was the shooter.
The Peasenhall Murder
Q: Guilty or not guilty?
Holes believes William Gardner was likely the killer and that the jury may have been biased by testimony about his relationship with Rose, even though he thinks the prosecution did not present its strongest case.
The Peasenhall Murder
Q: So what do you think about that?
Holes says the timing estimate from rigor mortis is not precise enough to determine whether Rose was attacked late at night or early in the morning.
Presenting “Kouri Richins: The Children’s Author Who Killed Her Husband” from RedHanded
Q: What role did the 911 call play in shaping perceptions of the night's events?
The 911 call presented a tense, controlled-toned account that seemed incongruent with later accusations; the dispatcher's urgency and the timing of reactions were used to scrutinize the credibility of the responses and the possibility of deception.

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A historically grounded true crime program that re-examines old cases through modern forensic thinking. Conversations span early 20th-century investigations, landmark autopsy details, and courtroom outcomes, with meticulous attention to how evolving science reshapes our understanding of crime narratives. Listeners can expect rigorous analysis, careful consideration of victimology, and a storytelling style that blends archival context with contemporary forensic insights. Notable traits include a strong collaboration between two hosts whose complementary perspectives—journalistic storytelling and forensic investigation—produce a distinctive, evidence-driven approach that appeals to curious history buffs and crime enthusiasts alike.

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