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Domestic Violence
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Golden State Killer
Sexual Assault
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Small Town Dicks
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Buck Ruxton
1935
Scotland
Sex Crimes
Small Town Crime
Criminal Justice
California
True Crime
Lancaster
Murder Investigation
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Small Town Dicks takes you behind the scenes of small town crime cases with the real detectives who investigated them. Hosts Yeardley Smith, twin detectives Dan and Dave, and forensic expert Paul Holes ask the essential questions and offer their own insights so the stories always hit close to home. All seasons are available for streaming.

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Detective Greg is called to a shooting at a home in a rural community. While investigators are still processing the scene, a stranger suddenly appears in the bushes with a gun to his head.

Greg brings the man in for questioning and quickly discovers... more

A group of teenage boys are hanging out when a reckless bet turns deadly. Brian is dared to push another boy, Michael, from a three-story train trestle on a freezing winter night.

Prosecutor Kristin is assigned to the case as her jurisdiction pursue... more

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Akil Baddoo joins Yeardley Smith for a candid and joyful conversation about confidence, resilience, and learning how to stay grounded through the inevitable highs and lows of professional baseball.

Akil traces his love o... more

A quiet summer night takes a terrifying turn when a woman discovers someone she knows has broken into her home, intent on hurting her. What follows is an hours-long, harrowing fight for survival and an all-hands-on-deck search for a dangerous suspect... more

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Akil Baddoo
Outfielder for Milwaukee Brewers
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Dan Nigro
Former New York City Fire Department Deputy Chief and Commissioner
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Episode: Firehouse Files: Never Forget
Steve Buscemi
Actor with deep ties to FDNY and firefighter history
Private
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Dennis Gordon
Retired FDNY firefighter, former Chief of Department
FDNY
Episode: Firehouse Files: Never Forget
Marian Fontana
Author, widow of firefighter Dave Fontana, connected to FDNY community
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Episode: Firehouse Files: Never Forget
Barbara Rae Venter
Genealogist who aided the case via genetic genealogy
Independent genealogist
Episode: Chasing the Golden State Killer with Paul Holes | The DNA Angels
Scott Crabtree
Retired FBI agent
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Captain Chris
Former Sheriff's deputy, guest expert
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Episode: One Too Many
Matt Kriner
Executive Director of the Institute for Countering Digital Extremism
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Episode: Malicious Intent

Hosts

Yeardley Smith
Host with a focus on guiding discussion and probing questions; long-standing presence in the series.
Detective Dan
Co-host and detective providing investigative perspective and analysis.
Detective Dave
Co-host and detective offering frontline investigative insight.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 14.9k ratings
  • Here for Holes!!

    Love listening to Paul Holes going over the entire golden state killer case. Had been a little disappointed with some of the recent episodes, but giving Paul a series on here brought me backkkkk

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RoseHoliskey
    United States2 months ago
  • Mixed Feel

    I'm on the fence about the true crime genre in general, and leaning strongly against for-profit storytelling of true crime as entertainment. If you're a law enforcement officer, legal, medical or investigative professional employed by a government agency - the victim in your jurisdiction actually paid your wages, as did their family, friends, and community. Government jobs are funded by the people. *You were already paid by the victim and their family for the job.* You don't really have the righ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    dani.dani
    United States2 months ago
  • Educational, never trashy.

    Small Town Dicks is one of the few true crime podcasts (or media in general) I’ve listened to that is genuinely respectful of the victims, their families and communities. In an age of people doing their makeup, or eating crab legs while they discuss the most tragic cases like gossip, Small Town Dicks is the opposite. The twins and Paul are incredibly knowledgeable, and I always appreciate Yeardly’s presence. She asks fascinating questions, and also makes sure things are explained in a way us ci... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Winkwinknod
    Australia2 months ago
  • Love this Podcast

    I have to say, it took me a long time to start listening to this podcast, but I’m so glad that I finally did! And it’s funny because when I first started, I thought she sounds a lot like Lisa Simpson. Lol. I’m actually flying through it now binging every episode all day every day while I work. Keep up the great work guys and I really appreciate the fact that there are police on here that actually care about people and doing their jobs right.

    And YeardIy, I loved you in the Legend of Billie Jean... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BethB1127
    United States2 months ago
  • Cowards

    The cops on this show do not represent law enforcement! These are your typically push over sell outs that simply follow the masses. These guys are spineless and there are plenty of other law enforcement related podcasts to listen to rather than this one.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    officalj
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The show's expert guests and firsthand account bring credibility and depth to crime analysis.
Some listeners feel recent episodes drift from the core casework or history, preferring more traditional case breakdowns.
Listeners appreciate the respectful treatment of victims and the human side of investigations.
Episodes are praised for clear explanations and engaging storytelling from detectives and experts.
Long-running fans value the mix of procedural detail with personal narratives.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#91
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#143
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#180
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#118
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#243
France/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#136
New Zealand/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Push
Q: What happened when Brian invoked the Fifth?
Brian repeatedly invoked the Fifth, which forced the team to adjust expectations and ultimately pursue the remaining witnesses and theories without his direct testimony.
Push
Q: Could you explain the speedy trial rule and how it affected the case?
The state has a short 60-day speedy-trial rule for those in custody (90 days if out), which drove much of the trial scheduling and decisions about whether to move or modify charges.
Push
Q: Did your state have like attempt charges, like let's say attempt murder? Could you do something like that?
Yes, we had the option to charge at different levels, including attempts, but in this case the strategy focused on felony murder and related charges given the facts and multiple defendants.
Chasing the Golden State Killer with Paul Holes | After Auburn
Q: How did the moniker Golden State Killer come about and who coined it?
Paul Holes explains that the media-driven naming, starting with EAR and then ONS, evolved as a way to describe the crimes across California, with Michelle McNamara popularizing Golden State Killer as a more descriptive umbrella label.
The Oklahoma City Bombing, Part 2
Q: How did the investigators ultimately connect McVeigh to the truck and the bomb.
By combining a witness-derived composite sketch, canvassing results, and later NCIC data showing McVeigh in custody, investigators tied the vehicle and rental records to him and traced him to the crash site and surrounding leads.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Small Town Dicks

What is Small Town Dicks about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Behind-the-scenes discussions bring raw crime investigations to life, featuring seasoned detectives, a forensic expert, and host storytelling that centers victims, investigative methodology, and the human impact of cases. Episodes span high-profile federal cases, serial crimes, and major disasters, blending procedural hard details with accessible explanations to help listeners understand how investigations unfold, the ethics of reporting on crime, and the ongoing evolution of policing and forensic science. A notable trait is the respectful tone toward victims and families, plus an emphasis on first-hand perspectives from law enforcement and forensic professionals, which can appeal to true-crime enthusiasts as well as professionals seeking c... more

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2. Dan Nigro
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5. Marian Fontana
6. Barbara Rae Venter
7. Scott Crabtree
8. Captain Chris

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