Best Selden Podcasts (2024)

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Richmond Murder & Mayhem: An Interview with author Selden Richardson Part 2 32:01

4d ago32:01

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Explore the dark side of the history of the River City… Richmond has a curious share of horrific accidents, coolly calculated slaughter, and incidents of implacable deceit in its history. Here, the wronged, the devious, and the heartbroken enact their lives on the stage set of the River City's ostensibly genteel neighborhoods, where a tree-shaded c…

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Murder & Mayhem in Southeast Kansas: An interview with author Larry Wood Pt. 2 27:21

2h ago27:21

27:21

From railroad towns like Ladore to cow towns like Newton and Wichita, southeast Kansas pulsed with rowdy activity during the late nineteenth century. The unruly atmosphere drew outlaws, including the Dalton Gang, and even crazed serial killers, the likes of the Bender clan. Violent incidents, from gunfights to lynchings, punctuated the region's Wil…

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Murder & Mayhem in Southeast Kansas: An interview with author Larry Wood 35:13

7d ago35:13

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From railroad towns like Ladore to cow towns like Newton and Wichita, southeast Kansas pulsed with rowdy activity during the late nineteenth century. The unruly atmosphere drew outlaws, including the Dalton Gang, and even crazed serial killers, the likes of the Bender clan. Violent incidents, from gunfights to lynchings, punctuated the region's Wil…

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Episode #20: Sam Taylor - From D1 Track To Architecture & Entrepreneurship 23:26

11d ago23:26

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In today’s episode, I have the pleasure of having Sam Taylor on the podcast to share his journey as an athlete that competed for University of Oregon. What I appreciate most about our conversation is Sam’s honesty about his mindset in college and his advice to athletes about giving everything their best effort in life. I thoroughly enjoyed talking …

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Richmond Murder & Mayhem: An Interview with author Selden Richardson 28:05

12d ago28:05

28:05

Explore the dark side of the history of the River City… Richmond has a curious share of horrific accidents, coolly calculated slaughter, and incidents of implacable deceit in its history. Here, the wronged, the devious, and the heartbroken enact their lives on the stage set of the River City's ostensibly genteel neighborhoods, where a tree-shaded c…

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Murder in Stark County, Ohio: An Interview with author Kim Kenney Pt 2 27:22

21d ago27:22

27:22

Rendered in painstaking detail, accounts of high-profile killings and courtroom intrigue filled the pages of Stark County's early newspapers. The triple hanging of three teenage boys in 1880 seized the attention of the entire community. When George Saxton, notorious womanizer and President McKinley's brother-in-law, was shot dead on the front lawn …

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Murder in Stark County, Ohio: An Interview with author Kim Kenney 31:39

1M ago31:39

31:39

Rendered in painstaking detail, accounts of high-profile killings and courtroom intrigue filled the pages of Stark County's early newspapers. The triple hanging of three teenage boys in 1880 seized the attention of the entire community. When George Saxton, notorious womanizer and President McKinley's brother-in-law, was shot dead on the front lawn …

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New Show: Watching Two Detectives 33:48

1M ago33:48

33:48

Hey, Crime Capsule fans, it's Ben here. We are putting the finishing touches on our new series on Crimes of Passion for the hot summer months. And as we do that, we have a special treat to share with you. We have an exciting new podcast from the award-winning Sarah Ferris Media, known for producing true crime hits like Conning the Con and Stop the …

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100th Celebration Giveaway 2:31

2M ago2:31

2:31

Hi, Crime Capsule fans. It's your host, Benjamin, here. I hope you are having a great summer and enjoying the Fourth of July in style. We won't keep you from your burgers on the grill and your fireworks. We are sending out a quick reminder about our current giveaway. We are extending our deadline. To mark our 100th episode, Arcadia Publishing is gi…

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Crime Capsule 100th Celebration Giveaway 4:24

2M ago4:24

4:24

Hi, Crime Capsule fans. It's your host, Benjamin, here. I just wanted to take a moment and say thank you for joining us these past two months for our 100th-episode celebration. If you've heard me say it once, you've heard me say it a thousand times. We still can't quite believe we made it this far. We're wrapping things up. Now, before we go, every…

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100th Celebration with author Rita Shuler 38:41

2M ago38:41

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This week, we welcome Rita Shuler back to discuss everything from her books to the Alex Murdaugh murders in the Lowcountry of South Carolina. Gwendolyn Elaine Fogle's murder remained a cold case for 37 years until the dogged work of two detectives. Investigators periodically revisited the case over the years, but it remained the department's top co…

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100th Episode with Rick Jackson 27:51

2M ago27:51

27:51

Chapel Hill has seen its share of violence and murder, but it has been able to push those instances aside and keep the ambiance of a Norman Rockwell–style small town. A walk through the campus of the University of North Carolina–Chapel Hill can be inspiring, but the school has a darker side that has been well hidden. Over the years, there have been…

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CC-100th Teaser 2 2:23

3M ago2:23

2:23

Join us next week as we resume our 100th episode celebration.By Evergreen Podcasts | Killer Podcasts

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CC-Rewind: Lowcountry Murder: Interview with Rita Shuler, Part I 46:36

3M ago46:36

46:36

In 1978, Elaine Fogle was found murdered in her home in rural South Carolina. After months of investigation by local and state investigators, the case went cold. But one of those investigators, Lieutenant Rita Shuler, wouldn't let it go: Shuler would spend the next 40 years pursuing Fogle's case until she finally cracked it -- and then wrote a book…

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100th Celebration with author Jesse Pollack 37:55

3M ago37:55

37:55

Four decades after Jeannette DePalma's tragic death, authors Jesse P. Pollack and Mark Moran present the definitive account of the shocking Springfield township cold case. As Springfield residents decorated for Halloween in September 1972, the crime rate in the quiet, affluent township was at its lowest in years. That mood was shattered when the bo…

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100th Celebration with author Kate Zaliznock 23:44

4M ago23:44

23:44

Congratulations to Crime Capsule for reaching 100 episodes. Today, we're celebrating returning a former guest, Kate Zaliznock, author of The San Francisco Doodler Murders. In 1974, one of San Francisco's most horrific unsolved serial murder cases began. In less than two years, the man police called "The Doodler'? took at least five lives, terrorize…

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Behind the Scenes of Crime Capsule: 100th Episode Special with Christen Thompson 1:02:09

4M ago1:02:09

1:02:09

Celebrating 100 episodes, host Benjamin Morris reflects on milestones and the journey to reaching this momentous occasion. He acknowledges the support of Christen Thompson from Arcadia and the History Press, who played a pivotal role in bringing the podcast to life. Join the celebration as they delve into the backstory of how a simple idea evolved …

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100th Episode Teaser 3:03

4M ago3:03

3:03

Join Crime Capsule in celebrating their 100th episode milestone with a special birthday bash! Starting off with an exclusive interview with director Christen Thompson from the History Press, followed by updates from past guests on their cases. Get ready for promotions, giveaways, and a big birthday bash to wrap it all up. Tune in next week to join …

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Lost Sopris with author Genevieve Faoro-Johannsen Pt 2 26:46

5M ago26:46

26:46

Before the Flood The lost town of Sopris lies silently beneath the depths of Trinidad Lake. Once a thriving mining community in the late 1800s, it was renowned for abundant coal deposits and a bustling population. Three generations called Sopris home. They fought in the Civil War, homesteaded and immigrated to work in the mines. Unfortunately, the …

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Lost Sopris with author Genevieve Faoro-Johannsen 42:11

5M ago42:11

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Before the Flood The lost town of Sopris lies silently beneath the depths of Trinidad Lake. Once a thriving mining community in the late 1800s, it was renowned for abundant coal deposits and a bustling population. Three generations called Sopris home. They fought in the Civil War, homesteaded and immigrated to work in the mines. Unfortunately, the …

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The Vanished Texas Coast with author Mark Lardas Pt. 2 30:04

5M ago30:04

30:04

People may associate Texas with cattle drives and oil derricks, but the sea has shaped the state's history as dramatically as it has delineated its coastline. Some of that history has vanished into the Gulf, whether it is an abandoned port town or a gale-tossed treasure fleet. Revisit the shipwreck that put Texas on the map. Add La Salle's lost col…

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The Vanished Texas Coast with author Mark Lardas 35:46

5M ago35:46

35:46

People may associate Texas with cattle drives and oil derricks, but the sea has shaped the state's history as dramatically as it has delineated its coastline. Some of that history has vanished into the Gulf, whether it is an abandoned port town or a gale-tossed treasure fleet. Revisit the shipwreck that put Texas on the map. Add La Salle's lost col…

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Lost Towns of Central Alabama with author Peggy Jackson Walls Pt. 2 29:37

5M ago29:37

29:37

Settlers came to Central Alabama in the early 1800s with big dreams. Miners panned the streams and combed the hillsides of the state's Gold Belt, hoping to strike it rich. Arbacooche and Goldville were forged by the rush on land and gold, along with Cahaba, the first state capital. Demand for the abundant cotton led to the establishment of factorie…

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Sir Charles Lilley and the Grimley Affair 53:46

6M ago53:46

53:46

Sir Charles Lilley (1827–97) was a towering figure in politics and law in colonial Queensland, but his final years were dogged by controversy.  In October 1892, Sir Charles announced his intention to resign as second Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Queensland (1879–93). The catalyst was his behaviour throughout the 57-day civil trial of Queen…

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Lost Towns of Central Alabama with author Peggy Jackson Walls 45:03

6M ago45:03

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Settlers came to Central Alabama in the early 1800s with big dreams. Miners panned the streams and combed the hillsides of the state's Gold Belt, hoping to strike it rich. Arbacooche and Goldville were forged by the rush on land and gold, along with Cahaba, the first state capital. Demand for the abundant cotton led to the establishment of factorie…

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Lost Cities Teaser 2:01

6M ago2:01

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Join us in 2 weeks for our new series on Lost Cities.By Evergreen Podcasts | Killer Podcasts

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Cold Case Michigan: An interview with author Tobin T. Buhk Pt 2 40:46

6M ago40:46

40:46

Blanketed by forests, dotted by lakes, crisscrossed by rivers and surrounded by Great Lakes, Michigan is a good place to hide secrets, bury bodies and stash evidence. Dig deep enough, and you will unearth something sinister. Is the suicide note of a prominent Detroit physician also a confession to murder? Were inmates unlawfully released from Jacks…

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Cold Case Michigan: An interview with author Tobin T. Buhk 34:51

7M ago34:51

34:51

Blanketed by forests, dotted by lakes, crisscrossed by rivers and surrounded by Great Lakes, Michigan is a good place to hide secrets, bury bodies and stash evidence. Dig deep enough, and you will unearth something sinister. Is the suicide note of a prominent Detroit physician also a confession to murder? Were inmates unlawfully released from Jacks…

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The Cold Case Murder of Fred Wilkerson: An interview with author Clay Bryant Pt 2 25:03

7M ago25:03

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Nearly two decades after the fact, tragedy meets justice. One day in 1987, Fred Wilkerson up and vanished in Troup County, Georgia. It was a mystery beset with suspicious circumstances, but the evidence never led anywhere, and the case went cold, Wilkerson's whereabouts unknown. That is, until a remarkable set of circumstances allowed author and in…

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The Cold Case Murder of Fred Wilkerson: An interview with author Clay Bryant 33:47

7M ago33:47

33:47

Nearly two decades after the fact, tragedy meets justice. One day in 1987, Fred Wilkerson up and vanished in Troup County, Georgia. It was a mystery beset with suspicious circumstances, but the evidence never led anywhere, and the case went cold, Wilkerson's whereabouts unknown. That is, until a remarkable set of circumstances allowed author and in…

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Cold Case Muncie: An interview with co-author Keith Roysdon Pt 2 39:47

7M ago39:47

39:47

Muncie epitomizes the small-town America of squeaky-clean 1950s sitcoms, but its wholesome veneer conceals a violent past. Public scandals and personal tragedy dogged the long, notorious life of Dr. Jules LaDuron. Baseball ace Obie McCracken met a tragic and violent end after joining the police force. A mother's love could not stop James Hedges fro…

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Cold Case Muncie: An interview with co-author Keith Roysdon 40:23

8M ago40:23

40:23

Muncie epitomizes the small-town America of squeaky-clean 1950s sitcoms, but its wholesome veneer conceals a violent past. Public scandals and personal tragedy dogged the long, notorious life of Dr. Jules LaDuron. Baseball ace Obie McCracken met a tragic and violent end after joining the police force. A mother's love could not stop James Hedges fro…

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Northern Ohio Cold Cases: An Interview with Jane Ann Turzillo 1:05:52

8M ago1:05:52

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Northern Ohio is best known for its stunning lake views and bustling cities, but even a region as gorgeous and prosperous as this has seen its measure of tragedy. Judy Martins was a beautiful Kent State University coed who disappeared after a dorm party. Frank Noch was a mathematical genius and valuable employee at the General Motors plant in Cleve…

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Death on the Devil's Teeth: An Interview w/ author Jesse P. Pollack Part 2 32:34

8M ago32:34

32:34

Four decades after Jeannette DePalma's tragic death, authors Jesse P. Pollack and Mark Moran present the definitive account of the shocking Springfield township cold case. As Springfield residents decorated for Halloween in September 1972, the crime rate in the quiet, affluent township was at its lowest in years. That mood was shattered when the bo…

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Death on the Devil's Teeth: An Interview w/ author Jesse P. Pollack 38:49

9M ago38:49

38:49

Four decades after Jeannette DePalma's tragic death, authors Jesse P. Pollack and Mark Moran present the definitive account of the shocking Springfield township cold case. As Springfield residents decorated for Halloween in September 1972, the crime rate in the quiet, affluent township was at its lowest in years. That mood was shattered when the bo…

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Countdown to Dallas Episode 1: What Happened in Dealey Plaza? 19:47

9M ago19:47

19:47

Evergreen Podcasts, the network that brings you Burn the Boats, is pleased to introduce Countdown to Dallas. On the sixtieth anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, former White House correspondent Paul Brandus takes an in-depth look at the seemingly unconnected events that led to that infamous afternoon in Dallas, Texas. He …

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New England's Haunted Route 44: An interview with author Thomas D'Agostino Part 2 50:36

9M ago50:36

50:36

U.S. Route 44 stretches across New England from Massachusetts to Connecticut before completing its circuit in New York State, 237 miles later. Along the way, travelers may encounter the infamous Bridgewater Triangle, take a haunted tour of Plymouth, or see the ghosts of Chepachet. Follow in the footsteps of famous science fiction horror writer Howa…

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New England's Haunted Route 44: An interview with author Thomas D'Agostino Part 1 48:45

9M ago48:45

48:45

U.S. Route 44 stretches across New England from Massachusetts to Connecticut before completing its circuit in New York State, 237 miles later. Along the way, travelers may encounter the infamous Bridgewater Triangle, take a haunted tour of Plymouth, or see the ghosts of Chepachet. Follow in the footsteps of famous science fiction horror writer Howa…

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FEED DROP – Introducing “Countdown to Dallas: The Kennedy Assassination” 4:00

9M ago4:00

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Evergreen Podcasts, the network that brought you From First Lady to Jackie O, is pleased to introduce Countdown to Dallas, another podcast from Host Paul Brandus. On the sixtieth anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, former White House correspondent Paul Brandus takes an in-depth look at the seemingly unconnected events tha…

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Haunting Poe: An interview with author Chris Semtner Part 2 32:48

9M ago32:48

32:48

One of the most popular poems in the English language, Edgar Allan Poe's "The Raven" has thrilled generations of readers. In 1882, the Anglo-American artist James Carling decided to produce the definitive series of illustrations for the poem. Carling's bizarre images explore the darkest recesses of Poe's masterpiece, its hidden symbolism and its st…

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Haunting Poe: An interview with author Chris Semtner 32:36

10M ago32:36

32:36

One of the most popular poems in the English language, Edgar Allan Poe's "The Raven" has thrilled generations of readers. In 1882, the Anglo-American artist James Carling decided to produce the definitive series of illustrations for the poem. Carling's bizarre images explore the darkest recesses of Poe's masterpiece, its hidden symbolism and its st…

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Lady Undertakers of Old Texas: An Interview w/ Author Kathy Benjamin Pt. 2 47:29

10M ago47:29

47:29

The intimate task of caring for the dead had long fallen under women's sphere of responsibilities. But after the Civil War, the sudden popularity of embalming offered new financial opportunities to men who set up as undertakers, pushing women out of their traditional role. In Texas, from the 1880s to the 1930s, women slowly regained their place by …

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Lady Undertakers of Old Texas: An Interview w/ Author Kathy Benjamin 43:23

10M ago43:23

43:23

The intimate task of caring for the dead had long fallen under women's sphere of responsibilities. But after the Civil War, the sudden popularity of embalming offered new financial opportunities to men who set up as undertakers, pushing women out of their traditional role. In Texas, from the 1880s to the 1930s, women slowly regained their place by …

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Spooky Season Teaser 2:08

10M ago2:08

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Join us next week for a new episode of Crime Capsule as we kick off Spooky Season. We will continue bringing you captivating stories as we enter season 3. Check us out wherever you get your podcasts or on Evergreenpodcasts.com; all the books we cover are available from the History Press.By Evergreen Podcasts | Killer Podcasts

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The Daring Exploits of Pirate Black Sam Bellamy: An interview with author Jamie Goodall Pt. 2 34:46

11M ago34:46

34:46

In 1717, the Council of Trade and Plantations received "agreeable news" from New England. "Bellamy with his ship and Company" had perished on the shoals of Cape Cod. Who was this Bellamy and why did his demise please the government? Born Samuel Bellamy circa 1689, he was a pirate who operated off the coast of New England and throughout the Caribbea…

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Queensland Law Society: serving ‘conscientious, honest lawyers’ 1:03:19

11M ago1:03:19

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A statement praising ‘conscientious honest lawyers’ was published in a Brisbane newspaper in 1874. At that time, the public image of lawyers—barristers, as well as solicitors—was poor. For decades Queensland Parliaments were inclined to agree. The creation of the incorporated Queensland Law Society was seen as an important step in improving the rep…

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The Daring Exploits of Pirate Black Sam Bellamy: An interview with author Jamie Goodall 50:35

11M ago50:35

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In 1717, the Council of Trade and Plantations received "agreeable news" from New England. "Bellamy with his ship and Company" had perished on the shoals of Cape Cod. Who was this Bellamy and why did his demise please the government? Born Samuel Bellamy circa 1689, he was a pirate who operated off the coast of New England and throughout the Caribbea…

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Michigan Scoundrels: An interview with author Norma Lewis Pt. 2 30:27

11M ago30:27

30:27

The rich history of the Wolverine State has a serious dark side. In the Detroit area, the Black Legion outdid the Ku Klux Klan in hate but remained secret until one of its leaders was implicated in a murder. John Harvey Kellogg of Battle Creek was equal parts physician and quack. Then there were the state's two self-proclaimed kings--James Jesse St…

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Michigan Scoundrels: An interview with author Norma Lewis 35:10

11M ago35:10

35:10

The rich history of the Wolverine State has a serious dark side. In the Detroit area, the Black Legion outdid the Ku Klux Klan in hate but remained secret until one of its leaders was implicated in a murder. John Harvey Kellogg of Battle Creek was equal parts physician and quack. Then there were the state's two self-proclaimed kings--James Jesse St…

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She Goes By Jane: Crime Capsule Jane Crossover 48:42

12M ago48:42

48:42

Honoring the Lives of Missing Women Through their Stories and Poetry She Goes by Jane tells the stories of America's missing and unidentified women through episodes that honor women and their lives without focusing on gratuitous violence or perpetrators. Each episode features an original poem by Aimée Baker read by a special guest. Aimée Baker is a…

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