Best Evergreen Podcasts | History Press Podcasts (2024)

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The Scott Mausoleum: A Tale of Crime, Intrigue, and Investigation Pt 2 38:06

7d ago38:06

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In this episode of Crime Capsule, we kick off our fourth season with a chilling tale from Erie, Pennsylvania. Join host Benjamin Morris and Justin Dombrowski as he recounts the shocking events of February 8, 1911, when Amelia Hertwig stumbled upon the desecration of the Scott Mausoleum. This famed structure, built in 1889 for a prominent family, be…

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So Much Crime, So Little Time - Interview Special - Ben Morris from Crime Capsule 44:36

13d ago44:36

44:36

This week, we have a special episode for all of you, Ben guesting on So Much Crime, So Little Time Podcast. Are you always looking for the next great true crime story? But you don't want to waste time on a lousy one, right? On 'So Much Crime, So Little Time,' we preview true crime stories in podcasts and other media for you. Spend your time on crim…

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Who Killed...? Crossover with Jesse Pollack Pt 2 44:37

20d ago44:37

44:37

This week, we are crossing over to producer Bill Huffman's podcast, Who Killed...?, and his interview with author Jesse Pollack about his experience with the Long Island Serial Killer Case. Jesse P. Pollack was born and raised in the garden state of New Jersey, and has served as a contributing writer for Weird NJ magazine since 2001. His first book…

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Who Killed...? Crossover with Jesse Pollack Pt 1 57:02

27d ago57:02

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This week we are crossing over to producer Bill Huffman's podcast, Who Killed...?, and his interview with author Jesse Pollack about his experience with the Long Island Serial Killer Case. Jesse P. Pollack was born and raised in the garden state of New Jersey, and has served as a contributing writer for Weird NJ magazine since 2001. His first book,…

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Crime Capsule Exclusive: Sarah Ferris on True Crime and Her Latest Show 41:00

1M ago41:00

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On this week's episode of Crime Capsule, Benjamin Morris talks with producer extraordinaire Sarah Ferris of Evergreen Podcasts and her new show, Watching Two Detectives. About Watching Two Detectives Season One: "If Tomorrow Never Comes" In our gripping first season, "If Tomorrow Never Comes," we unravel the chilling and complex murder of Michael F…

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Fall Teaser 1:51

1M ago1:51

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Join us next week for a conversation with renowned podcast producer Sarah Ferris. Then, we will usher in another series for "spooky season." Stay tuned.By Evergreen Podcasts | Killer Podcasts

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

2M 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

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

2M 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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Richmond Murder & Mayhem: An Interview with author Selden Richardson 28:05

2M ago28:05

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

3M 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

3M ago31:39

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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

3M ago33:48

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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

3M 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

3M 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

4M ago38:41

38:41

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

4M 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

4M 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

4M ago46:36

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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

5M ago37:55

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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

5M 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

5M ago1:02:09

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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

6M 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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Paul Hoynes part 2: “Those Teams Probably Saved Baseball in Cleveland.” 40:01

6M ago40:01

40:01

Part 2 of my conversation with Paul Hoynes picks up with a wild story about Albert Belle and a corked bat. “Hoynsie” shares tales from the 1990s when a new ballpark, powerful lineup, and sterling run of success caused baseball fever to erupt in Cleveland. And you can hear why one of his columns in 2016 sent him into Lake Erie before another World S…

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

6M ago26:46

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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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Paul Hoynes part 1: “I'm Sweating Bullets, Shaking, Trying to Calm Myself Down.” 42:04

6M ago42:04

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This is the first of a 2-part conversation with Paul Hoynes, who has covered Major League Baseball in Cleveland since 1983. We hit some of the “Hoynsie” greatest hits, including the Hawk Call and the tale of two belts. He tells us about working in hometown, competing (and laughing) on the beat with friends, and riding the rush of deadline. Hoynsie …

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Lost Sopris with author Genevieve Faoro-Johannsen 42:11

6M 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

6M ago30:04

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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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Writers Bear Witness to Memorable Moments from March Madness 52:02

7M ago52:02

52:02

Celebrate college basketball with this compilation of stories told on Press Box Access by 12 sportswriters who covered some of the greatest moments in NCAA tournament history. Magic vs. Bird. Jim Valvano looking for someone to hug after Phi Slama Jama falls. Villanova takes down mighty Georgetown. The Laettner shot. David Thompson soaring over the …

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The Vanished Texas Coast with author Mark Lardas 35:46

7M ago35:46

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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

7M 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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Jerry Tipton: “You could just walk into the Kentucky coach’s office.” 56:43

7M ago56:43

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We welcome back Jerry Tipton to Press Box Access to share stories from his new book: “Déjà Blue—A Sportswriter Reflects on 41 Seasons of Kentucky Basketball.” He takes us behind the scenes with the Wildcats, as he did with his fair, objective and relentless reporting during four decades on the pressure-packed beat. Rick Pitino. Tubby Smith. John Ca…

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

7M 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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Helene Elliott: “Gretzky was like no one we had seen before.” 56:51

7M ago56:51

56:51

We’re paying a special salute to Helene Elliott by once again publishing my conversation with her in an episode from February 2022. She recently accepted a buyout and ended her stellar 34-plus years at the Los Angeles Times, where she was a sports columnist for the last half of her tenure. Elliott became the first female journalist to be honored by…

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Lost Cities Teaser 2:01

8M ago2:01

2:01

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

8M 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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Dave Molinari: “Lemieux Taxed the Limits of my Ability to Describe What I Saw.” 1:02:14

8M ago1:02:14

1:02:14

We head to the rink for hockey talk with Dave Molinari, a Hall of Fame writer who has covered the Pittsburgh Penguins and NHL since 1983. His legendary dry, sharp wit comes through in tales about superstars Mario Lemieux and Sidney Crosby, as well as other great players who have produced five Stanley Cup championships during his tenure on the beat.…

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

8M 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

8M ago25:03

25:03

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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Mike Vaccaro: “Isiah Thomas is on the Back Page in a Full Clown Suit.” 59:58

8M ago59:58

59:58

We travel to the Big Apple and beyond as New York Post sports columnist Mike Vaccaro shares tales from 35 years of living his childhood dream job. Isiah Thomas depicted in a tabloid clown suit. John Calipari’s colorful language in a full rant. A postseason run by the Yankees in the wake of 9/11. Badminton (yes, badminton) at the Olympics. Fifty-nin…

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

9M ago33:47

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

9M 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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"The Greatest: Media Share Memories of Muhammad Ali in and out of The Ring" 1:19:26

9M ago1:19:26

1:19:26

We’re saluting Muhammad Ali on his 82nd birthday with a compilation of stories told on Press Box Access by sportswriters who crossed paths with The Greatest. Dave Kindred, Jerry Izenberg and other veteran scribes share their personal memories of Ali going as far back as 1960. They put us ringside at Ali’s greatest fights such as “The Rumble in the …

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

9M 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

9M ago1:05:52

1:05:52

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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Jayson Stark: “The Baseball Breaks a Window Across the Street from Wrigley Field.” 1:01:53

9M ago1:01:53

1:01:53

Our show’s 75th episode has a special guest in Jayson Stark, one of the most well-respected, well-liked baseball writers for more than 40 years. His passion for the game and craft shines through as he discusses growing up as Stan Hochman’s pen pal, studying Peter Gammons early in his career, and mentoring other young reporters. Jayson has some wild…

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

10M ago32:34

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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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Mike DeCourcy: “It Was Like Being Given a Ticket to Heaven.” 1:00:40

10M ago1:00:40

1:00:40

Mike DeCourcy puts us courtside with tales from his distinguished career covering college basketball for nearly four decades. He tells us about the greatest game he ever covered and the first machine he ever filed a story on. Mike gives insight from time spent with coaches such as Mike Krzyzewski, Bob Huggins, Nolan Richardson and Skip Prosser. We …

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

10M ago38:49

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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

10M ago19:47

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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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