Hookergate: Criminals and Libertines in the South

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Truck-stop brothels run by a web of ex-cons… a commonwealth attorney wasted on whiskey and power… protection exchanged for cash and flesh… a brash local reporter exposing it all… This is HOOKERGATE: Criminals and Libertines in the South. I am your host, Dr. Lindsay Byron, author, historian, and lifelong wayward woman—and this forgotten scandal happened in my hometown. Join me as I use crumbling news clippings, interviews, and dramatic re-enactments to bring to life for the first time in nearly 50 years this wild ride of hedonistic corruption.

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Episodes

Behind The Scenes with Lindsay Byron

Guy Kelly interviews Lindsay Byron for an in-depth look at how she discovered the lost story of Hookergate, and the laborious process of turning it into a podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 28, 2024•48 min•Season 1Ep. 11

The Storm

Tragedy strikes as the feds move in and the working girls rush out. Joe Whitehead is desperate for help, but doesn’t anticipate Robin’s next move. Rodney reflects on his journalistic triumph until everything suddenly changes. Written and hosted by Lindsay Byron - goodtimesbadgirls.com Music and sound design by Guy Kelly - guykelly.com CAST: Newscaster - Lauren Vogelbaum Defense Attorney Rosenberger - Sean Rhodes Janet Barker - Anney Reese Prosecutor - Ben Bowlin Robin Dowdy - Sam McVey SOURCES: ...

May 14, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 9

Behind The Scenes with Guy Kelly

A deep dive into the process of creating the soundscapes and music of Hookergate. Host Lindsay Byron interviews her creative partner, Guy Kelly to discuss his inspiration and techniques. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 14, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 10

Threats

Joe Whitehead is enraged by recent events and makes brazen threats to Moss and Rodney. Rodney has an incredible opportunity to learn everything about the case, but he won’t be able to print a word. Written and hosted by Lindsay Byron - goodtimesbadgirls.com Music and sound design by Guy Kelly - guykelly.com CAST: Newscaster - Lauren Vogelbaum Prosecutor - Ben Bowlin Deputy Moss - Ramsey Yount SOURCES: The first-hand accounts from Frankie Jones come from an interview I conducted with him in June ...

May 07, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 8

Swarm of Bees

The out of town builders return to the truck stop to finish what they started. Janet and Tommy are filled with regret as the truck stop operations get flipped upside down. Written and hosted by Lindsay Byron - goodtimesbadgirls.com Music and sound design by Guy Kelly - guykelly.com CAST: Prosecutor - Ben Bowlin Officer Turner - Ramsey Yount SOURCES: The opening courtroom exchange is from the December 6 1977 direct examination of US State Trooper Raymond Paul Turner Jr by US Prosecuting Attorney ...

Apr 30, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 7

The Pressure Builds

The truck stop operators feel the squeeze of Whiteheads increasing demands. Whitehead feels the pressure from a local deputy. Rodney receives backlash from unexpected sources after his initial reports are published. Tommy reveals his dark side to Janet. Written and hosted by Lindsay Byron - goodtimesbadgirls.com Music and sound design by Guy Kelly - guykelly.com CAST: Newscaster - Lauren Vogelbaum Prosecutor - Ben Bowlin Harold Wayne Dowdy - Joe McCormick Janet Barker - Anney Reese SOURCES: All ...

Apr 23, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Keeping the Peace

Janet grows uneasy with the truck stop operations as Tommy struggles to keep the money coming in. Robin finds her way out of the back room and into the front office. Joe Whitehead spirals out of control and takes out his frustrations on Janet. Written and hosted by Lindsay Byron - goodtimesbadgirls.com Music and sound design by Guy Kelly - guykelly.com CAST: Defense Attorney Rosenberg - Sean Rhodes Breanna - Lauren Vogelbaum Robin Dowdy - Sam McVey Newscaster - Lauren Vogelbaum Prosecutor - Ben ...

Apr 16, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 5

And We’re All Out of Coffee

Joe Whitehead becomes increasingly brazen with his exploits, and issues a menacing threat when he doesn’t get what he wants. Robin grows accustomed to a life of luxury as Harold Wayne falls deeper in love. Frankie Jones make a shocking confession Written and hosted by Lindsay Byron - goodtimesbadgirls.com Music and sound design by Guy Kelly - guykelly.com CAST: Prosecutor - Ben Bowlin Officer Daniels - Noel Brown Tenita - Miranda Hawkins Newscaster - Lauren Vogelbaum SOURCES: All courtroom scene...

Apr 09, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Cash and Flesh

Just as the truck stops see success, a powerful force threatens the whole operation. Rodney discovers an unusual cluster of arrest records, and their mysterious dismissals. Connie instructs Buckeye in the art of seduction with a group of men from out of town. Written and hosted by Lindsay Byron - goodtimesbadgirls.com Music and sound design by Guy Kelly - guykelly.com CAST: Prosecutor - Ben Bowlin Newscaster - Lauren Vogelbaum Sergeant Bradley - Dylan Fagan SOURCES: All courtroom scenes are pull...

Apr 02, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 3

This Woman Was Different

As the sex and money starts to flow at the truck stops, pimps and working girls unexpectedly find the type of love that can only end in heartbreak. Meanwhile, Rodney settles in to his new home and searches for a big story. Frankie Jones gives insight into the character of Danville. Written and hosted by Lindsay Byron - goodtimesbadgirls.com Music and sound design by Guy Kelly - guykelly.com CAST: Defense Attorney Rosenberg - Sean Rhodes Prosecutor - Ben Bowlin Thomas Barker - Chandler Mays Harol...

Mar 26, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Dangerous to Himself

A chance encounter leads to the discovery of a salacious scandal that’s been lost to history for 50 years. Host Lindsay Byron sifts through crumbling news clippings to unpack a story of illicit sex and corruption involving elite powerbrokers alongside the forgotten castoffs of rural Virginia. Written and hosted by Lindsay Byron AKA Lux ATL - goodtimesbadgirls.com Music and sound design by Guy Kelly - guykelly.com CAST: Newscaster - Lauren Vogelbaum Judge - Max Williams Prosecutor - Ben Bowlin Ja...

Mar 19, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Introducing: Hookergate: Criminals and Libertines in the South

Mar 12, 2024•2 min

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