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True Crime Bullsh**: The Israel Keyes Investigation

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Israel Keyes
FBI
True Crime
Vermont
Brianna Maitland
Washington
Samantha Koenig
Marble Arvidson
Missing Persons
Iceland
Washington State
Roger Jung
Mental Health
Texas
Maura Murray
Kellisue Ackernecht
Jack Coloney
Suzy Lyall
John Hannemann
Infrastructure Maps

True Crime Bullsh** is a serialized, investigative podcast that aims to identify the missing victims of serial killer Israel Keyes. Host Josh Hallmark has spent close to a decade combing through FBI files, analyzing interrogation videos, and working with experts in the field in this comprehensive and ground-breaking podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-... more

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Josh sets the stage for a hyper-focused eighth season of True Crime Bullsh**. New connections are made, leading to a better understanding of how all of Israel Keyes's crimes are connected. A plot of land in New Hampshire is explored, as is a rented c... more

Go back in time and re-listen to this episode, to prepare you for the season 8 premiere on October 5.

We first covered Hunters, Washington back in season two. And while our reporting on it paused, our investigation into it did not. Jordan and an ano... more

Season 8 launches on October 5 and dives into Keyes's upbringing, life, and connections in Washington state and how they impacted and defined Keyes's crimes across the country. We look at new cases, follow-up on past cases, and get into the woods loo... more

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Kelly Cochran
Convicted murderer featured in the episode, discussed as a guest
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Dr. Catherine Ramsland
Renowned criminal psychologist
Independent researcher / psychologist
Episode: Retrospective 3: Darkness
Israel Keyes
Infamous serial killer known for multiple crimes across the United States
Episode: The Final Keyes Interview
Kathy Nation
Researcher with extensive knowledge on the Israel Keyes case
Episode: 0711 | Infrastructure
Shana Wilensky
Research collaborator in the investigation
Episode: 0711 | Infrastructure
Ted Holla
FBI Special Agent
Episode: 0702 | In Blood
Lauren Jacobson
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Scott Bartlett
Investigator
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Eva Pilgrim
Co-anchor of Good Morning America 3 and senior national correspondent for ABC
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Josh Hallmark
Host of the True Crime Bullsh** podcast, lead interviewer, and narrative guide

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 8.6k ratings
  • me me me!

    Taking victims stories and making them about the host and other randoms. It’s just gross

    Apple Podcasts
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    TwoBitHamsterCat
    United States8 days ago
  • Enough with the gambling ads

    This has been my favorite podcast for years, this most recent episode I’m hearing gambling ads every 7 minutes. Disgusting to promote this

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    gussmom
    Canadaa month ago
  • Please make it stop

    Holy unnecessary redundant regurgitation of the same information season after season. Good podcast initially…starts to come off as bilking for downloads the more it drags its carcass onward and downward.

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    Fawninheadlight
    United Statesa month ago
  • Season finale

    Fantastic episode. Perfection

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Miss.beiber
    United States2 months ago
  • Retrospective

    Beautiful episode. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PJM1366
    United States2 months ago

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The show is praised for victim-centric ethics and long-form investigations, though some feel season directions vary in quality.
Fans often advocate for continued coverage of cases and accountability in reporting.
Listeners acknowledge deep research and thoroughness, but some critique shifts toward style or personal disclosures.
Audience appreciates multi-jurisdictional reporting and expert interviews to contextualize cases.
A portion critiques pacing and ad integration, suggesting tighter episodes could boost engagement.

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#173
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#212
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#24
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Israel Keyes Interview: May 16, 2012 - Part 1
Q: Is there anything else we need to cover today?
The interviewer asks for a final check on the plan and any additional items to discuss before concluding the session.
Israel Keyes Interview: May 16, 2012 - Part 1
Q: Would you like Mr. Kertner present?
They propose having standby counsel to discuss the Koenig matter and any other talks, ensuring the defendant has access to legal advice during the process.
Israel Keyes Interview: June 1, 2012
Q: What were your primary motivations for the Currier killings?
Keyes describes a combination of control fantasies, financial aspects, adrenaline, and the sexual aspects of violence as the driving forces, with explicit emphasis on controlling and dominating his victims rather than financial gain alone.
October 22, 2012: Part 1
Q: What would be considered maximum publicity, and how would that impact cooperation on other crimes?
Maximum publicity could yield substantial airtime and public exposure, but it risks prolonging investigations and diminishing control over other cases, potentially delaying resolution and limiting efficient progress on remaining crimes.
Israel Keyes - March 17, 2012 / TCB Announcement
Q: Did you use the debit card and phone connected to the victim?
He describes attempts to use the card cautiously, noting he was paranoid about leaving a paper trail and that he did use the card a few times, but he was constantly worried about being caught.

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A meticulous investigative podcast centered on Israel Keyes, combining deep-dive crime analysis with the human impact of the case. Across episodes, listeners encounter forensic and interview-driven explorations of Keyes's crimes, FBI involvement, and the broader investigations that emerged from his actions. The show frequently addresses ethics in true crime storytelling, the mental health toll on both the host and victims' families, and the challenges of balancing public fascination with responsible reporting. A standout feature is the long-running, evidence-led approach that brings in criminal-psychology context, law-enforcement perspectives, and survivor advocacy, making it a likely draw for professionals seeking rigorous, sourced storyte... more

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