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True Crime Bullsh**

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Israel Keyes
Maura Murray
True Crime
FBI
Steven Lorenzo
Betterhelp
Kimberly
Evergreen State College
Tampa Bay
Scott Schweickert
True Crime Podcast Festival
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Vermont
Sundance TV
Samantha Koenig
Couriers Case
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Pacific Northwest
True Crime Story: Citizen Detective

True Crime Bullsh** is a serialized, investigative podcast that aims to identify the missing victims of serial killer Israel Keyes. Host Josh Hallmark has spent close to a decade combing through FBI files, analyzing interrogation videos, and working with experts in the field in this comprehensive and ground-breaking podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes197Founded7 years ago
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For the month of December, True Crime creators are getting together for conversations about podcasting, true crime, and the nexus between the two. We’ll discuss creating our shows, behind-the-scenes moments, fears and hopes, the cases that have gripp... more

For the month of December, True Crime creators are getting together for conversations about podcasting, true crime, and the nexus between the two. We’ll discuss creating our shows, behind-the-scenes moments, fears and hopes, the cases that have gripp... more

Josh and team dissect various information and semantics surrounding Keyes's male-female couple. They circle back to Eugene Hyatt and Kami Vollendroff, and then deep-dive the disappearance of a Spokane couple. Then new information from a friend of Key... more

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Recent Guests

Ted Holla
FBI Special Agent
Episode: 0702 | In Blood
Lauren Jacobson
Corrections Officer
Episode: 0702 | In Blood
Scott Bartlett
Investigator
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Eva Pilgrim
Co-anchor of Good Morning America 3 and senior national correspondent for ABC
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FBI Special Agent involved in the Israel Keyes investigation
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Episode: 0610 | A Thousand Words
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Shana Wilensky
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Jordan Taylor
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Host

Josh Hallmark
Host and investigative reporter with extensive experience in true crime, specializing in serialized storytelling and research into cases.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 8.4k ratings
  • Kootenai

    Great podcast! Wasn’t sure where to write this, I live in Kootenai County and it is pronounced Koot-knee, not koot-nye. Great podcast anyway! If you come across Pend Orielle that is pronounced Ponderay. Just trying to be helpful, so it’s easier for listeners to understand. I love this podcast , the format, info, content, language, all of it. 5 stars!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HVEFAITH
    United States16 days ago
  • Love this, but…

    I’ve been a listener since the beginning. Love it all and have a lot of respect for all the work!

    But, why is there background music while Josh is talking???? I hate it sooo much. It’s distracting and totally unnecessary. Please, please stop. Thank you! :)

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Dar Dar
    United Statesa month ago
  • was fantastic…

    absolutely loved this podcast… the last few episodes seem to have lost plot…

    the interview with the “friend of israel” just lost it for me.

    this guy just is happy anyone is listening to him! he has zero info! but some mental health issues that should be addressed…

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    PixieMinxy
    Australiaa month ago
  • Friend interview is meh

    The undertones that Israel was the product of systemic failures and not evil is wild. But I guess that’s how society has decided to manage problems…ending personal accountability and finding a system to blame = wild. But thank God he wasn’t a white suprematist…wtf.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    sminnesota
    United Statesa month ago
  • 5 stars

    This is one of the Best podcast ever!!!! What is wrong with judging it should be 10 Star

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sstinds
    United Statesa month ago

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Some appreciate the engaging conversation style of the host and the unique insights from guests.
There are mixed feelings about the repetitiveness in recent seasons, with some suggesting that the content is becoming stale.
Listeners praise the in-depth research and the comprehensive storytelling approach taken in the episodes.
Overall, the podcast is considered one of the standout true crime offerings, with many loyal fans excited for new content.
Others criticize the production elements, particularly background music and audio quality, which are seen as distracting.

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#138
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#200
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#230
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#125
Norway/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#143
Argentina/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#148
Sweden/True Crime

Talking Points

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0707 | My Friend Israel, part 2
Q: When you found out he was bisexual, did that come as a surprise to you?
It did come as a surprise to me.
0707 | My Friend Israel, part 2
Q: How would you classify him, I guess, trying as best you can to remove what you now know?
It's a very interesting way to think about it and as I'm leading up to this right, my mind's gone a couple of different directions.
0706 | My Friend Israel, part 1
Q: Did you know the Kehoe brothers through the Keyes family or independently?
Yes, and while Israel was not close with many people, he considered them best friends.
0706 | My Friend Israel, part 1
Q: So, how did you come to know Israel Keyes and his family?
I got an email from a childhood friend of Israel Keyes... he had a lot of very important information about Keyes' family dynamics and his crimes.
0704 | Couples
Q: What drives Keyes to target couples?
Keyes targeted couples not just to physically torture them, but also to emotionally torture them, enjoying the suffering, fear, harm, and humiliation it caused.

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What is True Crime Bullsh** about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This investigative podcast closely examines the chilling legacy of serial killer Israel Keyes, addressing the often-overlooked victims and their stories. The host utilizes extensive research, including FBI files and firsthand accounts, to unravel the complex narrative surrounding Keyes' heinous acts. Lively discussions are held, featuring interviews with friends and experts that provide insights into both the killer's psyche and the circumstances of his victims. This dedication to thorough storytelling and in-depth analyses across multiple seasons distinguishes it within the crowded true crime genre, appealing to listeners deeply interested in criminal psychology and the intricacies of unresolved cases. Unique aspects include its serialized... more

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4. Eva Pilgrim
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