
Blood Trails is a new investigative podcast from MeatEater, hosted by writer and journalist Jordan Sillars. Each episode digs into true crime stories from the world of hunting and fishing—cases where the woods and the water became the backdrop for violence and mystery. From missing hunters deep in public land to poachers turned killers and fishing trips gone fatally wrong, Blood Trails uncovers th... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 9 | Founded | 3 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | True Crime | |||

On November 16, 2018, 68-year-old Chong Mua Yang—a Hmong immigrant, war veteran, and lifelong hunter—was found face-down in the snow, shot in the back of the head. The backpack, knife, and shotgun he'd taken on his deer hunt were missing. His footpri... more
In September 2012, 35-year-old Jeffrey Gebhardt vanished in the Georgia woods during an early-season deer hunt. A few hours later, search teams discovered his body on the edge of Clarks Hill Lake—hands folded neatly on his chest, gear scattered nearb... more
This story begins in the wild, unforgiving mountains of Montana. In September of 2014, 38-year-old Aaron Hedges set out with friends for a weeklong elk hunt in the Crazy Mountains. But when he left camp to retrieve supplies from a nearby cache, those... more
On a snowy November morning in 1975, 25-year-old hunter Ludger Belanger stepped into the woods with his .30-30 and the hope of backstraps for dinner. But what started as a simple deer hunt quickly became one of Maine’s oldest—and most haunting—unsolv... more
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Loved listening to all the episodes!
I don’t go into the woods without some firearm for my own safety. There’s a reason everyone would rather meet a bear if we are alone in the forest. My dad has woken up in the middle of public lands after receiving an unexpected rifle stock to the head while field dressing his deer. In Nova Scotia, we can hunt coyotes year round with a basic hunting license (under 10$), so that’s legal reason to have shotgun or rifle with me at all times. If you see me in th... more
One of the best new true crime podcasts that I’ve listened to in a long time. Great voice, great storytelling.. I was hooked from the first episode. I don’t want to listen to all the episodes yet because I don’t want this podcast to end.. Fingers crossed there is a season 2.
Really great podcast. The episodes are well thought out, interesting, and engaging. I’ve listened to all of Season 1 and can’t wait for future episodes.
Excellent podcast, host has a great voice. Intriguing stories! Can’t wait for more.
This podcast is a family favorite! We love the attention to details, factual reporting, and the narration keeps us all engaged from start to finish! Bring on season 2 ASAP!!!!
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Apple Podcasts | #196 |
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This investigative series focuses on gripping true crime stories situated in the contexts of hunting and fishing. Each episode explores cases where the natural surroundings turned into stages for dark and often tragic events, such as missing hunters, violent confrontations, and poaching-related murders. Featuring first-hand accounts, expert insights from law enforcement, and original investigative reporting, the content not only aims to unravel the mystery behind these incidents but also reflects on the impact on communities and families. It presents a distinctive take on true crime for enthusiasts who appreciate outdoor adventures interwoven with intense human narratives.
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Blood Trails launched 3 months ago and published 9 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Blood Trails include:
1. Zach Hutchinson
2. Steve Rinella
3. Dr. Jeff Kalchevsky
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