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Explore unsettled true crime cases where culpability has yet to be established. Host Dennis Cooper covers new cases in Culpable: Case Review. In season one, Dennis explored the case of Christian Andreacchio, whose death in 2014 was ruled a suicide after a 45-minute investigation, despite substantial evidence that points to murder. Season two explored the 2013 death of a young mother, Brittany Stykes, who was shot and killed while driving on an Ohio Highway with her 1-year-old daughter seated ...
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In 2002, Madison McGhee's dad was murdered in the doorway of his home. Now, she is searching for answers to the coldest case in Belmont County, Ohio. This is the story of a daughter desperate for justice, for closure, for someone to care. It doesn't get more personal than this. Search for Ice Cold Case to listen to more. To learn more about listene…
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June 2024 marked 5 years since the release of the very first episode of Culpable - investigating the case of Christian Andreacchio. At that time nobody could have imagined where the road would lead, but a lot has happened since then. As Dennis and the team reached this new milestone, they decided to take some time to do a bit of reflection as well …
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What's the formula for making a chart-topping true crime podcast? Why do some shows resonate with listeners and become an instant sensation? Is it hard work, sheer luck, or maybe both? Join Up and Vanished's Payne Lindsey, Culpable's Dennis Cooper, and Status: Untraced's Liam Luxon as they talk about their experience as first time hosts who created…
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When Goldie Thornsberry’s dismembered body was identified in 2010, a trial was quickly scheduled to prosecute the key suspects. But after a shocking acquittal, Goldie’s loved ones were left searching for answers despite what the evidence might suggest. For 28 years, the family has kept this affair under wraps, but now, two of Goldie’s granddaughter…
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Goldie Thornsberry was the glue that held her family together. When the 65-year-old disappeared in 1996 without any explanation, her loved ones quickly became concerned. Suspicions grew when Goldie’s bank revealed evidence of fraudulent checks on her account, leaving the family to wonder if one of their very own could be responsible for her disappe…
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Austin Mitchell was a kind and passionate young man living with his family in Union City, GA. The 20-year-old was a recent honors graduate with big dreams for the future. But in one tragic moment in March of 2019, all of that would be taken away. Austin had been hanging out with some friends in a nearby townhome when something unexpected occurred r…
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Listen as Dennis Cooper guest hosts a special episode of our new daily podcast, This Day in Crime, where we cover the latest crime stories making the headlines. A fast-hitting, light-hearted approach to true crime, and the easiest way to keep up with what’s going on in the world of crime each and every day. Follow This Day in Crime on Social X: @te…
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Doug McMillin was a spirited young man who developed a sense of independence early in life after moving out and getting an apartment of his own. As a young 19-year-old, this newfound freedom was like a breath of fresh air to Doug. No one could have imagined that a short time later he would be gunned down inside his apartment in an apparent robbery …
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Steven Haugen and Jeanette Bauman were two middle-aged explorers who had developed a budding relationship. Steven, a father to two daughters, and Jeanette, a mother to two sons, shared a passion for exploring the great outdoors. This is what they were doing in the summer of 2005 when their children received some devastating news - the deceased bodi…
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Tyeasha Starks was a vibrant young collegiate with a bright future. A student at Austin Peay State University, Tyeasha had many dreams and aspirations. The 22-year-old had recently become a new mother, and was actively working to create a better life for her and her child. But all that came crashing down in February of 2023, when her life was taken…
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Sometimes, the worst crimes happen when you’d least expect it. From the creators of Culpable comes an all new anthology of crime stories too shocking to miss. Featuring stories of a custody exchange gone wrong, a camping trip turned manhunt, and a missing persons investigation with an unbelievable twist. Five new cases coming May 17th. To learn mor…
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While the third season of Culpable is in development, we’re going to keep using this platform to help more families in their fight for justice. Last fall we brought you 6 cases over 6 weeks. Now we’re bringing you 5 more. From Tenderfoot TV, Culpable returns with another installment of Case Reviews on May 17th. To learn more about listener data and…
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Up and Vanished presents... Status: Untraced. In 2016, survivalist and world traveler Justin Alexander goes missing in the Parvati Valley while on a spiritual trek into the Himalayan Mountains. While the circumstances of his disappearance point to murder, a chilling message he left behind throws everything into question: “I should return mid-Septem…
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17-year-old Danny Violette was the star of his high school wrestling team, and known to be a very strong and determined individual. When the teen stormed out of his house one morning, after a dispute with his parents, they never imagined it would be the last time they'd see him alive. Eventually his body would be found in a field just miles from hi…
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For most of her life Amy Jo Nelson fought through health complications, which resulted in numerous treatments and medications. When the 39-year-old was found dead in a stranger's apartment, many believed she may have died of a drug overdose. But her family immediately suspected foul play, having witnessed some strange events leading up to her demis…
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In September of 2017, 61-year-old Tim Watkins went out for a routine bike ride on one of his favorite trails and never returned. When a search party located several of his belongings, it raised suspicions. But when they later found his body in a shallow grave nearby, it became clear that a murderer was on the loose. Tim's family wants nothing more …
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It's been over 30 years since 18-year-old Maurice Walker was found dead near one of his regular fishing spots. To this day, no suspects have been named. But after all these years, his highschool sweetheart is still doing everything in her power to keep his memory alive. She suspects some of the locals that Maurice was known to hang around at the ti…
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When 22-year-old Mika Westwolf was found dead from an apparent hit and run on her reservation, a person of interest was quickly identified. But months later, no charges have been brought and the investigation has stalled. Mika's family and legal advocate have taken matters into their own hands, as they no longer know who to trust. To learn more abo…
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After Andrew’s investigation takes a downturn, his childhood friend, Breanna, steps in to raise awareness on social media and question authorities about the circumstances surrounding his death. Was he alone when he died? Who supplied the lethal drugs? Andrew’s loved ones fight to learn the truth about what happened to him. To learn more about liste…
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When 26-year-old Andrew Thomas Wall was found dead in his apartment from an apparent drug overdose, his friends and family were devastated. But after noticing that all of his valuables were missing, including his car, they grew suspicious of the individuals he was known to be with in the days leading up to his death. To learn more about listener da…
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In 2019 we took a long form, investigative approach, covering the case of Christian Andreacchio. In 2022, we did another deep dive into the case of Brittany Stykes. Now, we’re changing things up a little. A new spin on the hit series from Resonate Originals and Tenderfoot TV. Introducing Culpable Case Review. To learn more about listener data and o…
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After nearly a decade, the death of Brittany Stykes remains unsolved. Brown County's Sergeant Quinn Carlson warned us that we were dealing with a "true whodunit". But in a case where theories abound, we may be inching closer to an answer. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Lea…
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Brittany's sister, Emily, believes there was a personal agenda behind her sister's murder - someone must have benefitted in some way. Brittany's husband, Shane, has a firm alibi for the night of the murder, but he still wonders if this could all tie into him in some way. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www…
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Sergeant Quinn Carlson may be a Los Angeles native, but now he finds himself in rural Brown County, Ohio where he is the lead detective on Brittany’s case, and he’s taking this investigation in a promising new direction. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your…
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All Jessica Easterly Durning ever wanted was her happily ever after. She finally met and married her Prince Charming and became a mother. But when Jessica goes missing, the fairytale she once dreamt of, quickly fades to black. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more abou…
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There's been a lot of talk about the Jeep Brittany was driving in when she was murdered. The mobile crime scene may contain the most substantial evidence in this case. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoic…
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Just as the investigation looks like it’s heading nowhere, a break in the case breathes new life. An informant tells authorities a harrowing story about an ex-boyfriend who murdered a young mother on a busy highway in Brown County, Ohio. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Lear…
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Over the years, investigators have chased endless leads and looked at numerous persons of interest. The first few names came as a tip from Brittany's husband. Could he be onto something? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcast…
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Coming to terms with Brittany's death was hard enough on her loved ones, but the aftermath only made things harder. The ripple effect may look different for each of these individuals, but is equally troubling. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices…
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August 28th, 2013 was supposed to be a pretty normal day for Brittany. But her day started with an unsettling encounter and ended with an unimaginable tragedy. Could they be connected in some way? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https…
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Host Dennis Cooper interviews producer Jessica Noll, a local who's been following this case since day 1. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Tenderfoot TV, Resonate Recordings & Audacy
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Brittany’s friends and family remember the impact she had on those around her. Yet in the wake of her tragic death, those left behind are still wondering, who’s responsible? Investigators look into Brittany's husband. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad…
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A passing motorist pulled over when he saw a Jeep Wrangler in a wooded area off the side of Highway 68 in Brown County, OH. What he witnessed that day is something he’ll never forget. Why would someone want to kill 22 year old Brittany Stykes, a caring young mother with an unblemished past? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practice…
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Culpable returns with a new season and a new case! On August 28, 2013, 22 year old Brittany Stykes was shot and killed while driving down Highway 68 in Brown County, Ohio. It’s been nearly a decade since her murder and the search for answers continues. Host Dennis Cooper and investigative journalist Jessica Noll work to unearth the truth around thi…
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Dennis reviews narratives drafted by Capt. Jay Arrington from his investigation into Christian’s death. Though he made a strong argument as to why arrests should be made, ultimately he and his reports were left out of the grand jury in 2017. This revelation sets off a chain of events breathing life into this case. https://culpablepodcast.com/ https…
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Dennis and the team behind Culpable navigate a $47 million lawsuit, and Rae and MS Representative Fred Shanks relive the hard-fought battle to pass Christian’s Law. https://culpablepodcast.com/ https://resound.fm/culpable To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about you…
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In this Q&A + Round Table bonus episode, the Black Mountain Media team gives case updates, answers questions from our listeners and discusses their experience creating Culpable. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.c…
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In this bonus episode, Jacob and Dennis sit down with Sheila, Rae, and Josh to take a deep dive into new information and new aspects of Christian’s case, such as new information around the 911 call, additional insights from another forensic expert, and some other important details that was not covered in the podcast. https://culpablepodcast.com/ To…
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In our season finale, Dennis shares some final thoughts on Christian's case from various inconsistencies to how poorly this case has been handled. Throughout working this case, we have learned that Meridian is plagued with much bigger issues of crime that span beyond the death of Christian, and Dennis discusses some of the problems the city is faci…
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In this episode, we cover Christian’s case file, which was released in July of 2019. The case file contains documents gathered by various individuals and agencies who have worked this case over the years, including the recent investigation and presentation by the Attorney General’s office. Dennis discusses the release of the case file and breaks do…
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The PIs continue their investigation meeting with a few more people including Captain Jay Arrington (Meridian Police) who believes that the charges he wanted for manslaughter by culpable negligence should have and could have been carried out back in 2017 had Bilbo Mitchell (DA) allowed him to present to a jury. We also hear leaked audio from a rece…
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In this episode, Sheila and her team of private investigators continue their investigation in Meridian, interviewing key witnesses in attempts to obtain pertinent information regarding Christian’s case. https://culpablepodcast.com/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more…
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Dennis travels with Jacob to meet Sheila Wysocki, a private investigator. Sheila and her team of PIs agreed to investigate Christian’s case. A strategy is devised with the first step being a trip to Key West, FL, where Whitley is residing. Jacob travels to Key West, FL with three PIs (Michael Kenney, Jay Marin, and Claudia Barrios) and the investig…
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In this episode, we hear two separate accounts identifying new persons of interest. One woman saw two men leaving Christians apartment the afternoon of the day he died, and this account is emphasized by a man who was given information implicating two men’s involvement, one of which was the same man seen leaving the apartment. https://culpablepodcas…
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Dennis & Mark answer listener's questions and release new information about the case. https://culpablepodcast.com/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Tenderfoot TV, Resonate Recordings & Audacy
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In this episode we re-examine Dylan’s alibi through his interview with investigators with a new time of death in mind based on Dr. Arden’s findings and a witness who validates the time. We then discuss arrest warrants which led to Christians case being presented to a grand jury as well as the results of their ruling. https://culpablepodcast.com/ To…
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In this episode, we take a deep dive into the forensics, and hear from three professionals who worked on Christian’s case: Michael Knox, who focuses on ballistics and crime scene reconstruction; Ryan Rider, an expert in 3D scanning; and Dr. Jonathan Arden a Forensic Pathologist. These professionals share their scientific findings, which include new…
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