Crook County
Tenderfoot TV and iHeartPodcastsKen Tekiela was a celebrated Chicago firefighter and a loving father of two who led a secret double life as a hitman for the Chicago mafia. Is it even possible to keep a life of crime hidden from your wife and kids for two decades? Yes, it is. I know because Ken is my father. In 2013, after a lifetime of deception, he broke down and told me everything, and our whole world changed…
CROOK COUNTY is... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 14 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DocumentaryTrue CrimeSociety & Culture | |||
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Get ready for a thrilling Crook County bonus episode! Kyle dives into the voicemails you, our passionate fans, have sent in, tackling your burning questions and sharing raw, unfiltered reactions to the show’s wild ride. Plus, Kyle unearths exclusive,... more
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I never write reviews but I feel compelled to share my thoughts. This podcast is fantastic! It is put together well and draws you in! Thank you for sharing your story! Your courage is inspiring. I’m proud of our generation, how we refuse to keep things buried, that we share our pain, stories, and happiness. I agree this is important and healthy. I look forward to more content from you! If this is made into a TV show, I would totally watch! Good luck on future projects.
Apple Podcasts5bbj85
United States2 months ago - IHeart is famous for ads, listen anyway
Sometimes I avoid their podcasts but this seemed too compelling to miss. Don’t base your ratings on that which the host has nothing to do with. It’s like the amazon reviews that complain about the size of the item when it’s readily available. Anyway, this is an intense story, well told. I’m looking forward to more next year!
Apple Podcasts5Patti, Powell, OhioUnited States3 months ago - Fantastic
Great true story! You’ll be horrified, you’ll be sad, you’ll smile, you’ll laugh… so much more we’ll never know…
Apple Podcasts5Lilymom73
Canada3 months ago - Great Show
Great writing and storytelling, the interviews were great and gave an insight. I happy his dad opened up to him about his hardships. Would like to see other podcasts with similar content.
Apple Podcasts5KickinItOleSkewlUnited States4 months ago - No story
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United Kingdom4 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #245 | Canada/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #122 |  Belgium/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #212 |  South Africa/True Crime |
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What is Crook County about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This series engages listeners with a harrowing narrative centered around the life of a Chicago firefighter who secretly served as a hitman for the Chicago mafia. The host, Kyle Tekiela, explores his father's complex past, detailing his rise through organized crime while maintaining the façade of a devoted family man. Episodes feature resonant themes of addiction, family dynamics, and the psychological burden of living a double life, interweaving personal anecdotes with broader societal reflections on crime and morality. The storytelling is characterized by a powerful emotional depth that highlights the lasting impact of such a tumultuous existence on familial relationships. Unique to this series is its blend of personal history with true cr... more
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Crook County launched a year ago and published 14 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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1. Rich Tekiela
2. Kenny The Kid Tekiela
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