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True Murder: The Most Shocking Killers in True Crime History

Dan Zupansky
Scott Christopher Dove
Colonial Parkway Serial Killings
Charles Starkweather
Gary Lamont
Homicide
Thunder Bay Police
Murderabilia
Alan Wade Wilmer Sr.
Caril Ann Fugate
Thunder Bay
Mervin Dove
Drugs
Dolly Dove
Blaine Pardoe
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Lincoln, Nebraska
Serial Killers
Wild Blue Press
Aiden Gabor
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TRUE MURDER—The Most Shocking Killers in True Crime History.Every week host Dan Zupansky will interview the true crime authors that have written about the most shocking killers of all time. From true crime history, comes the preeminent true crime authorities in America and the world today.From infamous serial killers, mass murderers, cult leaders and mafia hitmen to family murderers, nazis and hom... more

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A meticulously researched page-turner about one of the Philadelphia suburbs’ most shocking 20th-century crimes. A gunman broke into Jack and Peggy Abt’s house moments after the last family member left for the day. He took a seat next to the upright p... more

On December 22, 1984, in a graffiti-covered New York City subway car, passengers looked on in horror as a white loner named Bernhard Goetz shot four Black teens, Darrell Cabey, Barry Allen, Troy Canty, and James Ramseur, at point-blank range. He then... more

September 1990. In Shaker Heights, Ohio, teenage honors student Lisa Lee Pruett vanishes into the night. A boy calls 911 when she does not arrive for a secret late-night meet-up. Police soon find her nearby, stabbed to death and left exposed.

Lisa ha... more

The latter part of the Victorian era bore witness to a series of unexplained female dismemberment cases that plagued London for a period of thirty years. All the cases remain unsolved and only two women were ever identified. Today, the circumstances ... more

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Recent Guests

Kathryn Canavan
Journalist and author
Episode: KILLER IN THE HOUSE—Kathryn Canavan
Heather Ann Thompson
Historian and author of "Fear and Fury"
Penguin Random House
Episode: FEAR AND FURY—Heather Ann Thompson
Michael Kelly
Author and investigator focused on true crime cases
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Episode: IN PUBLIC RECORD—Michael Kelly
Suzanne Huntington
Author and researcher of the Thames Torso Murders
Episode: THE THAMES TORSO MURDERS— Suzanne Huntington
Burl Barer
True crime author and journalist
Episode: WHERE MURDER LIES—Burl Barer and Frank C. Girardot Jr.
Frank C. Girardot Jr.
True crime author and journalist
Episode: WHERE MURDER LIES—Burl Barer and Frank C. Girardot Jr.
John Hinckley Jr.
Musician and author, known for his assassination attempt on President Reagan.
Episode: JOHN HINCKLEY JR.—WHO I REALLY AM
Frank Stanfield
A 50-year newspaper man and author covering true crime cases
Episode: MURDER IN THE GRAVEYARD—Frank Stanfield
Dick Harpootlian
Prosecutor, defense attorney, and civil litigator
Episode: DIG ME A GRAVE— Dick Harpootlian

Host

Dan Zupansky
Host and journalist focusing on true crime

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 3.7k ratings
  • One of my favorite true crime podcasts

    It’s not as fancy as some of the more popular true crime podcasts out there but I like his no frills, just the facts, no big opinions style of the show. He lets the author tell their story about their book and I have even bought some of the books after listening. Some of the earlier episodes have a weird audio thing going on but the newer ones are better. Thanks Dan for a solid option for true crime fans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cmbb74
    United States9 days ago
  • I started listing to Dan Zupanski on speaker. Through a phone change I lost track and finally found him again on Audible. I love this podcast and the different stories from people who have researched these stories but the random ads that pop up randomly throughout this podcast have me to the point where I am almost done. Especially since the ads are so much louder than the actual talking. It feels like it’s blowing out my ear drums when I have my headphones in. It’s just annoying and they will c... more

    Audible
    4
    AIMEE LINGLE
    United States4 months ago
  • Is this available anymore?

    Can’t download new episodes. Has this been discontinued?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rvgirl42
    United States4 months ago
  • going downhill

    generally

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    uneducatedguesser
    United States5 months ago
  • Monotone Much???

    How does this guys voice not bother anyone else? It is so boring!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Crazygrenade
    United States7 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the in-depth interviews and expert insights from authors about true crime cases. - Some find the sound quality and production values inconsistent, which can detract from the experience. - Highly rated for its engaging content and thorough exploration of complex criminal narratives. - Some negative reviews mention a monotone delivery by the host, causing concerns about listener engagement. - Fans often highlight the connection to historical contexts in true crime narratives, enhancing the overall quality of storytelling.

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#209
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Apple Podcasts
#218
South Africa/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#225
Norway/True Crime

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

KILLER IN THE HOUSE—Kathryn Canavan
Q: Tell us about what happens with this police officer and Michael and the discovery of Michael's family murdered.
Officer Klee, a few houses away, responded to Michael's call about the absence of his family. They discovered the bodies after examining the basement.
KILLER IN THE HOUSE—Kathryn Canavan
Q: Now, you talk about Michael and that he had missed dinner. So he had called home to tell his mother that he would be late for dinner. There was no answer and he thought that was odd. So he went to the home eventually because he was late for dinner.
When he came home, he found signs of a horrific crime, including blood in the kitchen, leading to the discovery of the bodies in the basement.
KILLER IN THE HOUSE—Kathryn Canavan
Q: Let's talk about first off, your professional background, your relationship to the area. Tell us how you became the author of this book, Killer in the House.
I was a rookie reporter on a suburban paper just outside Philadelphia, the Bucks County Courier Times, because at the time, reporters were expected to live in their coverage area.
THE THAMES TORSO MURDERS— Suzanne Huntington
Q: What methodology did you use to include the cases you wanted to examine as possible torso murder cases?
Suzanne explains her approach by reviewing every case of dismemberment from 1850 to 1913 in the UK, ultimately narrowing them down to 12 unsolved female dismemberment cases.
THE THAMES TORSO MURDERS— Suzanne Huntington
Q: What is your professional background, and what are the circumstances in which you came to be involved in this extraordinary book project?
Suzanne discusses her background in modern British and European history, her early interest in macabre historical events, and how her curiosity about the Thames Torso murders led her to dedicate years to researching these cases.

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This podcast provides an in-depth exploration of the most shocking killers in true crime history, featuring interviews with notable authors who have documented notorious cases. Episodes cover a wide range of topics, such as serial killers, mass murderers, cult leaders, and wrongful convictions, with a focus on key figures like Ted Bundy, Jeffrey Dahmer, and the Golden State Killer. This extensive archive of over 850 episodes offers listeners a detailed look at historic murder cases through the lens of world-renowned prosecutors, journalists, and experts, making it an invaluable resource for true crime aficionados and casual listeners alike. Noteworthy aspects include the emphasis on unique insights from authors, as well as discussions aroun... more

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2. Heather Ann Thompson
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