
The Knife: A True Crime Podcast is a weekly true crime podcast from journalist/producers Hannah Smith and Patia Eaton.It's a show about people who’ve been dropped into a story they didn't start, but are left to finish. In-depth interviews take the listener behind the punchy headlines to hear what really happened from the people who lived it. The Knife reveals the ripple effect of crime.Through emp... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 57 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | True Crime | |||

In 1995, 21-year-old Jennifer Evans was murdered in Virginia Beach. Dusty Turner and Billy Brown were both convicted and sent to prison. But from the beginning, Dusty maintained his innocence. Erin Lottman joins us to walk us through Dusty's case.
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Hannah tells Patia the story of a six-year undercover FBI operation infiltrating an international smuggling operation. Plus, Patia tells Hannah about her favorite new podcast.
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April Scales was 15, pregnant and running out of options. When her grandparents tried to step in, April made a devastating decision that changed the course of her life and landed her in prison.
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Patia tells Hannah a story about Christine Echohawk, who ran a sweeping online romance scam that drained more than $1.5 million from women who believed they were in love. But who was Christine working for and was she also a victim?
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This podcast has become my go to, and I’ll even re-listen to episodes. It’s so compelling and strikes the perfect tone. Love the variety of stories too.
I love The Knife, the reporting is thoughtful and thorough, I love the storytelling and chemistry.
That said - can I get subscription to Exactly Right so I don’t have to listen to Bethany Frankle talking about dog food.,
I was horrified listening to Lee’s story because I was involved with someone like her ex. I’m so, so glad she was successful protecting her daughter and herself.
I worked in the justice system but I applaud her for doing such a great job getting away.
I do enjoy this podcast and enjoy the people that they have on to interview. However, after listening to them for a while, although both hosts are very sweet, their perspective on certain topics sometimes come across as a bit young and naïve. At times, their commentary also leans heavily toward very current, socially conscious viewpoints, which can make the discussions feel somewhat one-sided rather than open to a wider range of perspectives, hence, the immature nature of their discussions. Unfo... more
Thank you ladies for the great work you put into your podcast.. You’re story telling is well done giving a respectful and a safe platform for victims, their families and law enforcement..
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A thoughtful, victim-centered true crime show that blends in-depth interviews with investigative reporting. Foundations include first-person accounts from survivors, family members, and professionals, plus expert analysis to unpack complex cases beyond headlines. Episodes span scams, wrongful convictions, domestic violence, stalking, custody disputes, and institutional failures, with a consistent emphasis on empathy, accountability, and practical takeaways for listeners who want to understand the human impact of crime. A standout is the steady pairing of two hosts who foster calm, respectful conversations, often cycling between interviewees, on-record investigations, and off-record discussions that illuminate broader systems at work. The sh... more
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Recent guests on The Knife: A True Crime Podcast include:
1. April Barbara Scales
2. Rebecca Peluso
3. Lee Barnett
4. Jessica Ayers
5. Cassandra Rosa
6. Frank Figliuzzi
7. Marissa Gibson
8. Hannah Smith
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