Wicked Words - A True Crime Talk Show with Kate Winkler Dawson
Exactly Right and iHeartPodcastsWelcome to Tenfold More Wicked Presents: Wicked Words, Kate Winkler Dawson's true crime talk show. On each new episode of Wicked Words, Kate interviews journalists, podcasters and authors about their fascinating behind-the-scenes stories from their investigations in the world of true crime, many of which have never been shared before. Kate interviews Patricia Cornwell, the prolific true crime auth... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 274 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | True Crime | |||
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One of the most enduring mysteries in crime history is the horrible murder of Elizabeth Short. The Black Dhalia case has been told over and over again, including by Paul Holes and me on Buried Bones. But author William J. Mann has taken a different a... more
This is our second ESPN story about the intersection between sports and murder. ESPN was asked by the Miami-Dade Police to look into the 2006 murder of a star football player at the University of Miami. What reporter Paula Lavigne found was a complic... more
I’ve never interviewed someone about wildlife trafficking, but journalist Rachel Nuwer’s story for The Economist was so compelling that I wanted to explore it. It’s about an orphanage in Africa where kids are used as foot soldiers in an illegal anima... more
Randy Barnett is a law professor at Georgetown University. But decades ago, he was a young prosecutor in Cook County’s State’s Attorney’s office. In Chicago, Randy dealt with gritty crime, of course, but some of his biggest challenges were battling p... more
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I enjoy that different authors highlight their work and research. I enjoy the smart conversations that keep me listening all the way through. Well done!
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United Statesa month ago - Great podcast!
I love this podcast. It’s really well researched, and brilliantly presented, with clear and coherent story telling and really interesting subject matter. One of my favourite podcasts!
Apple Podcasts5sandwichsally
United Kingdoma month ago What I love about this is the casual discussion of the writing process and how the authors come about these topics. I also love Kate’s professional input . She does an excellent job of asking the right questions and adding the right information.
Audible5Cindy TothUnited States2 months ago- The ads have killed the show
This is not Exactly Right Media? The new ads are disgusting and too many - sorry guess I will drop this
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Apple Podcasts1dweezleheadUnited States3 months ago - I’d Listen to Her Read the Paper
I love the impeccable storytelling, interview questions and choice of topic. Keep up the good work! And happy new year!
Apple Podcasts5MegHanSoloSanUnited States3 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #186 | United States/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #235 |  Canada/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #102 |  Colombia/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #159 |  Argentina/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #197 |  New Zealand/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #211 |  Chile/True Crime |
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What is Wicked Words about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The show features conversations with authors, journalists, and podcasters entwined in the world of true crime, revealing intricate behind-the-scenes details of famous and lesser-known cases. Interview guests share unique perspectives, with episodes that often explore impactful themes like societal biases, historical context, and personal narratives surrounding tragic events. The host's engaging storytelling style, coupled with a focus on ethical true crime reporting, attracts listeners who appreciate both the entertainment and moral complexities of true crime narratives. The incorporation of limited series adds depth, introducing a broad range of topics related to historical and contemporary criminal cases, making it a compelling listen for... more
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These podcasts share a similar audience with Wicked Words:
1. Buried Bones - a historical true crime podcast with Kate Winkler Dawson and Paul Holes
2. My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark
3. The Knife: A True Crime Podcast
4. Trust Me: Cults, Extreme Belief, and Manipulation
5. Criminal
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Wicked Words launched 5 years ago and published 274 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Wicked Words include:
1. Paula Lavigne
2. Rachel Nuwer
3. Randy Barnett
4. Deb Esquenazi
5. Elliot Williams
6. Meg Gardiner
7. Brad Ricca
8. Margalit Fox
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