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The Trail Went Cold

Robin Warder
Unsolved Mysteries
Cold Cases
True Crime
Suicide
Bricca Family Murders
Domestic Violence
Murder
John Glasgow
Lynne Harper
Kortne Stouffer
FBI
Steven Truscott
Lindbergh Baby Kidnapping
CDI Contractors
Marilyn Reese Sheppard
Sam Sheppard
Petit Jean State Park
Homicide
California
North Carolina

The Trail Went Cold is a weekly true crime podcast which explores baffling unsolved mysteries and cold cases. On each episode, host Robin Warder examines a new murder or missing persons case, tackling a wide variety of mysteries from different countries and time periods. After sharing all the details about each case, Robin offers his own personal analysis and theories about what happened. The podc... more

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March 21, 2008. Cowan, Indiana. After leaving his job at Ball State University, 48-year old Garth Rector returns to his rented farmhouse before he is shot five times inside the kitchen by an intruder who presumably broke into the residence. While the... more

May 20, 2005. North Charleston, South Carolina. After returning to her apartment from work, 32-year old Brandy Hanna vanishes without a trace and after she fails to answer repeated calls to her cell phone over the course of the weekend, she is offici... more

February 26, 2010. Broome, Australia. After spending the night out drinking with friends, 21-year old Josh Warneke starts to walk home, but he is soon found dead by the side of the road with a fatal head injury. Two-and-a-half years later, a young Ab... more

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March 14, 1988. Union Township, Ohio. 18-year old Scott Hilbert leaves a note on his parents’ refrigerator to say that he is borrowing the family car to go visit a friend at Ohio State University, but he never returns and vanishes without a trace. Th... more

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Recent Guests

Ryan Sheesley
Listener voiceover contest winner who narrated the intro
The Trail Went Cold listener community
Episode: The Trail Went Cold - Episode 475 - Jackie Markham
Jessica Blevins
Winner of the Trail Went Cold listener voiceover contest
Episode: The Trail Went Cold - Episode 470 - The Lindbergh Baby Kidnapping, Part 1
Robin Johnson
Armani Morgan's maternal aunt and spokesperson
Episode: The Trail Went Cold - Episode 451 - Armani Morgan
Jess Betancourt
Host of the podcast DnaID, focusing on cold cases and Doe identifications solved by forensic genealogy
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Episode: The Trail Went Cold - Bonus Episode - DNA: ID
Kristen Seavey
Creator and host of Murder, She Told, a certified victim's advocate
Murder, She Told
Episode: The Trail Went Cold - Bonus Episode - Murder, She Told
Ozzie Caban
Private investigator involved in the Masee case
Episode: The Trail Went Cold - Episode 398 - Nick & Lisa Masee
Bethany Hasel
Sister of Bryan Vladek Hasel and advocate for spreading awareness of his disappearance
Episode: The Trail Went Cold - Episode 396 - Bryan Vladek Hasel

Host

Robin Warder
Host and principal narrator; leads episode investigations and analysis.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 4.9k ratings
  • So happy about such horrors. Something’s very off.

    The content is great, but, this host is so…upbeat about all this. It’s like, he’s reading so cheerfully. It feels exploitative. These crimes happened to people. It feels like the host could care less, he’s just getting paid for reading.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    cscisme
    United States21 days ago
  • Bad tone/poor taste

    Seems a bit too nonchalant and even upbeat for such gruesome, true stories. These are real people with families. I think this is where most true crime podcasts majorly miss the mark. These are heavy stories that deserve to be told with the utmost care.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Dillon854
    United Statesa month ago
  • No

    Not good

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    johnfivethousand
    United States2 months ago
  • One of the Best

    So many great things to say about this podcast, but I wanted to call out one thing specifically that I haven’t seen anyone else mention: THANK YOU, Robin, for the way you put the age of the victims right at the beginning of each episode description. I cannot and will not listen to most cases involving children and this really helps me take care of my mental health and saves me time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amanda Grace G
    United States2 months ago
  • Can be annoying

    TG the Lindbergh kidnapping for part is over. Yay so boring..

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Devine Ms D
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the fair, compassionate handling of victims and families.
Some listeners critique the host's vocal delivery or pace, but confidence in content remains high.
Fans note strong long-form storytelling and consistent, in-depth analysis that sets it apart in true crime.
A generally positive view of the show's research quality and delivery, with praise for thorough case coverage.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#138
Russia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#163
New Zealand/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#201
Brazil/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#224
Taiwan/True Crime

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Trail Went Cold - Episode 399 - Bianca Piper
Q: What issues did Bianca's family face after her disappearance?
Following Bianca's disappearance, Shannon filed a restraining order against her boyfriend Jim, and her other daughter Tiffany was later implicated in sex trafficking.
The Trail Went Cold - Episode 399 - Bianca Piper
Q: What were the circumstances surrounding Bianca's disappearance?
Bianca was reportedly dropped off by her mother, Shannon, about a mile from home after a dispute, but she never returned home, leading investigators to suspect abduction.
The Trail Went Cold - Episode 411 - Q&A
Q: Did you get a chance to watch the recent Netflix documentary on JonBenet Ramsey?
Yes, I found it well done and interesting, noting that my view leans towards an intruder, not the family.
The Trail Went Cold - Episode 411 - Q&A
Q: Are there any cases that you will never cover outside of graphic children cases?
I avoid cases where I believe the original conclusion of suicide or accident is correct and that there is no mystery.
The Trail Went Cold - Episode 411 - Q&A
Q: What is the most memorable time linked to Unsolved Mysteries?
My most memorable moment was watching the Halloween special in 1988, which fueled my fascination with ghosts and true crime.

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A weekly deep-dive into baffling unsolved mysteries and cold cases, focusing on methodical reconstruction of timelines, motives, and investigative gaps. Episodes blend forensic details, victim/family perspectives, cross-referenced cases, and discussions of how media coverage shapes public memory, often weaving in DNA evidence, newly available records, and ongoing information tips. Noteworthy traits include thorough research, calm narrative delivery, and a willingness to explore multiple theories while staying respectful to victims and families. The show often connects disparate cases across countries and eras, making it a solid fit for true-crime audiences who crave careful analysis and long-form storytelling.

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2. Jessica Blevins
3. Robin Johnson
4. Jess Betancourt
5. Kristen Seavey
6. Ozzie Caban
7. Bethany Hasel

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