The Toll
Nancy SimpsonThe Toll focuses on the effects a violent crime or traumatic event has on a family and community. Season 1 focuses on a cold case from Springfield, Missouri; the 1975 murder of 9-year-old Shirley Jane Rose. Our host, award winning journalist Nancy Simpson, interviews investigators and family members, taking the listener on a journey of what ends up being not just one, but many tragedies intertwine... more
| Publishes | Infrequently | Episodes | 39 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Category | True Crime | ||||
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Investigator and host Nancy Simpson sits down for an exclusive with Greene County Sheriff Jim Arnott before he takes his role as a US Marshall to discuss his current perspective on Gypsy Rose Blanchard and the 2015 murder of her mother, Clauddine "De... more
Investigator and host Nancy Simpson and Producer Pamela Shelby discuss launch of The Toll Podcast's latest episode in the Gypsy Rose saga, Gypsy Rose Continued, along with the reactions and build-up.
Host Nancy Simpson, a trusted journalist in Springfield, sits down with a neighbor of the Blanchard family who shares her experience of the mother/daughter duo years, months and days leading up to the murder.
Jeanette shares, in her own voice, the mental anguish and bouts with self doubt she had leading up to and after the discovery that maybe her mom, Jeanne, was hurting family members.
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- Amazing
I love all these seasons. I think they each could be made into bbc series, they’re all wonderfully detailed and each episode is well cared for.
Best,
British Columbia, Canada ✌️
Apple Podcasts5AliCjay
Canadaa year ago - Addictive listening
Great to know in depth details of historical unsolved cases. Very detailed research on all aspects of the case. Keeps you hooked for sure.
Excellent work guys..
Apple Podcasts5Miatadug
United Statesa year ago - Fascinating!
Excellent and informative podcast! I grew up in the 70s in this area and never knew about this sad story.
Apple Podcasts5crathy21United States4 years ago - Wow, impressive work!
Amazing, not the story itself, the story itself is horrible and tragic and, as a mother, sadder than I can wrap my mind around. However, the way Nancy Simpson delivers the story, the loving way she talks about ShirleyJane, to me, keeps her memory alive and pays much respect to the little girl at the center of this tragedy. What was intriguing was Nancy’s way to not only deliver this story but the additional stories from the area. She has been in this business a long time and brought in other cri... more
Apple Podcasts5GaaghfsUnited States4 years ago - Love the Toll
I just discovered this podcast and LOVE it. I really love Nancys voice tone and her empathy towards the victims. I remember you as a reporter in tbe Springfield Mo area.
You are a natural Nancy
Apple Podcasts5maggie1221United States4 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #213 | United States/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #145 |  Denmark/True Crime |
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Exploring the intricate dynamics of violent crime and its aftermath, the podcast provides a gripping narrative surrounding cold cases and the emotional impact they have on families and communities. Notably focusing on the tragic murder of 9-year-old Shirley Jane Rose, episodes reveal interconnected stories of loss, familial strife, and unresolved injustices. The host conducts poignant interviews with family members and investigators, bringing a nuanced perspective to the often unseen ramifications of such traumatic events. With a commitment to thorough research and an empathetic storytelling style, the content resonates deeply with those interested in the emotional layers of true crime narratives.
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The Toll launched 7 years ago and published 39 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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