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The Knife: A True Crime Podcast

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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

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Criminal defense attorney Michael Foote joins The Knife to discuss the murder trial of Bricen Rivers. In July of 2024, 22-year-old Lauren Johansen was found dead in the trunk of her own car. Her ex-boyfriend, Bricen Rivers, is now charged with capita... more

When Heather Rovet met Jace Paratti, the chemistry was instant. And soon, they were making plans for the future. But when the relationship hit a rough patch, Heather wondered if maybe Jace was hiding something. What she discovered would thrust them b... more

The sudden passing of husband and father, Michael Cochran, in 2019, was initially a medical mystery. But when his widow, Natalie Cochran was convicted of fraud, a web of lies and a possible motive were revealed. By 2025 Natalie Cochran stood trial fo... more

In this crossover episode with lovelustfear, a podcast hosted by Jake Deptula, we hear a powerful story from a woman named Allyn. Allyn met a captivating man who swiftly declared his love, asked her to be his girlfriend, and even proposed. But as the... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Foote
Attorney and host of Brief Recess
Exactly Right Media
Episode: A Preventable Tragedy
Heather Rovet
A real estate broker from Toronto, Ontario, Canada, who became a victim of a romance scam involving Jason Porter.
Episode: I Know Everything
Dr. Paul Uribe
Deputy Chief Medical Examiner and forensic pathologist
Fort Bend County Medical Examiner's Office
Episode: What Remains
Alec Couros
Professor at the University of Regina, victim of online romance scams
University of Regina
Episode: Am I Dating You?
Elin Lantz Lesser
Host of America's Crime Lab, true crime enthusiast with a background in psychology
America's Crime Lab
Episode: Special Episode: Solving Cold Cases with DNA
Sarah Perkins
Mother and documentary filmmaker
Matters Media
Episode: Gone without a Warrant
Josh Sabie
Father and documentary filmmaker
Matters Media
Episode: Gone without a Warrant
Sam Bowman
Daughter of Ray Bowman
Episode: The Knife: Off Record – 128
Burt Rosen
Father of Matthew Rosen and co-founder of Hold On To Hope
Episode: Decades in the Dark

Hosts

Hannah Smith
Co-host and journalist who brings a compassionate and insightful approach to storytelling, focusing on the victims' narratives.
Patia Eaton
Co-host whose journalistic background emphasizes empathetic, solution-oriented storytelling, revealing the emotional depth of crime stories.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 963 ratings
  • So interesting and well researched!

    I love this podcast! The host are very thorough in their research and questions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CiCi2894
    United States8 days ago
  • Compelling

    I love this podcast. Well researched and put together. I love that they have victims telling their own stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lauraknowsyoutoo
    United States9 days ago
  • I never miss an episode

    I love this podcast. It’s so thoughtful and well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    [_unknown__]
    United States10 days ago
  • A very well done podcast!

    Interesting content produced in a compelling way that’s also easy to follow!

    P.S. Hannah, it’s so nice that you’re back! :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kerrypfm
    United States16 days ago
  • NEVER MISSES THE MARK

    Hannah and Patia’s storytelling and reporting are absolutely top-tier—smart, gripping, and impossible to stop listening to. This show sets a new bar for true crime podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Poddy McDowall
    United States22 days ago

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Listeners appreciate the compassionate and well-researched storytelling.
There is an emphasis on the emotional depth and real-life implications of crime, resonating well with the audience.
Feedback includes a desire for more content that avoids triggering subjects without appropriate warnings.
The hosts are praised for their engaging interviewing styles and narratives.

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#138
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Apple Podcasts
#156
Poland/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#167
Colombia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#188
United Arab Emirates/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#201
Sweden/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#208
Belgium/True Crime

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I Know Everything
Q: Can you give us a little snapshot of what was going on in your life with you personally, professionally, before you met the con artist in question?
Before I met Jace, I had a life. I have a lot of friends and a career as a real estate broker. I had renovated my condo and was enjoying my new space.
Haunted
Q: How do you think the experience of living at a house that felt haunted has impacted you?
Jaime remarked that it was one of the most stressful times of her life and felt relieved when they finally left the house.
Haunted
Q: Did you take any sort of action to try to rid the house of the ghosts?
Yes, Jaime began to explore getting the house cleansed and contacted a paranormal investigation group for help.
Haunted
Q: What drew you to this house in particular?
Jaime's aunt and uncle owned the house and offered it to her as they were considering renting it out or selling it.
What Remains
Q: Given that you were not able to test for insulin, why does the state bring you in to testify?
Because there was enough circumstantial evidence to warrant exploration of the case, despite the absence of direct evidence from the autopsy.

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The content focuses on true crime narratives that explore the lives of individuals affected by various criminal incidents. Each episode features in-depth storytelling, often through first-hand accounts from survivors or families, allowing listeners to engage deeply with the emotional and psychological impacts of crime. Topics range from kidnappings and scams to abductions and domestic violence, delivered with a compassionate and empathetic lens, which sets this podcast apart in a crowded true crime space. The hosts aim to illuminate the ripple effects of crime, rather than merely recounting events or solving cases, presenting a unique perspective that calls attention to overlooked stories and experiences.

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1. Michael Foote
2. Heather Rovet
3. Dr. Paul Uribe
4. Alec Couros
5. Elin Lantz Lesser
6. Sarah Perkins
7. Josh Sabie
8. Sam Bowman

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