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True Crime Bullsh**

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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.

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Episodes

Unsafe Spaces: 0101 | Let's Violate the World (Binge the first season now)

Josh's other investigative true crime podcast, Unsafe Spaces, just wrapped its first season. Binge the first four episodes here and now, then head on over to Unsafe Spaces: Tampa's Missing Men to subscribe and binge the complete season. On December 22, 2003, two gay men were reported missing to Tampa PD. The investigations into their disappearances, would open a Pandora's Box that would force the police, the media, and society to examine how their actions and negligence led to some of Florida's ...

Feb 27, 202444 min

Check out Josh on True Crime Story: Citizen Detective

In March and April of 2023, Josh, most of the research team, Dr. Kunkle, Bobby Chacon, and others involved in True Crime Bullsh** filmed for several weeks for Sundance TV's True Crime Story: Citizen Detective. That episode, the season finale of the series, airs this Thursday on Sundance TV, and Friday on the Sundance TV streaming app. Check out the preview now. https://www.sundancetv.com/shows/true-crime-story-citizen-detective--1064212 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.co...

Nov 14, 20231 min

Check out my newest show: Unsafe Spaces

Unsafe Spaces is an investigative, serialized true crime podcast that explores the crimes that take place in the places we’re supposed to feel safest. In Season One: Tampa’s Missing Men, I explore how two different missing persons cases, reported on the same day, opened a Pandora’s Box of unreported assaults, cold missing persons cases, ignored rapes, and unsolved murders within Florida’s gay community; and the two men who could be responsible for all of them. Not to mention cold cases of missin...

Oct 19, 202311 min

0514 | Another Life

The season finale. This episode was written, researched, edited, and produced by Josh Hallmark. With additional research by: Jordan Taylor, Shana Wilensky, Michelle Tooker, and Kim K. And research assistance by: Andrew French and Kaz. With special thanks to Jordan Taylor, Jessica Alihodzic, illian Natale, and Bridget LaMell. This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand Music by: William Hellfire, Yehezk...

Apr 27, 202353 minSeason 5Ep. 14

0513 | Barking at a Ghost

In a new dump of documents from Anchorage PD, the research team finds new interviews with Keyes, new evidence photos, and a whole host of other new info that answers questions and begs new ones; not just in the Koenig case, but many of the most compelling cases we've looked into over the past five years of the show. Next episode: April 27, 2023 / April 25 for Patreons at $4+ With additional research by: Jordan Taylor, Shana Wilensky, and Michelle Tooker. And research assistance by: Andrew French...

Apr 20, 202343 minSeason 5Ep. 13

0512 | I'm Like A Dog

In our investigation into the disappearance of Steven Earl Kraft Jr, we fill in some critical gaps in the Keyes timeline - which could have big implications. And then, we get some long-awaited documents. This episode was written, produced, and researched by Josh Hallmark. Additional research by Jordan Taylor. Research assistance by Shana Wilensky. This episode features Shana Wilensky This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: www....

Apr 13, 202340 minSeason 5Ep. 12

0511 | When I Find You

Israel Keyes claims his philosophy on killing kids changed after the birth of his daughter. But what exactly does that mean? And what does it imply about his activities prior to 2002? This episode was written, produced, and researched by Josh Hallmark. Research assistance by Jordan Taylor This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand Patreon producers: Alexa Horn, Amelia Hancock, Amy Basil, Annette, Benj...

Mar 24, 202337 minSeason 5Ep. 11

0510 | The Line on the Horizon

For the first time in 4 years, we return to Bloomington, Indiana to discuss new information regarding the cases of Israel Keyes and Lauren Spierer. True Crime Bullsh** will return on March 23. This episode was written, produced, and researched by Josh Hallmark. Research assistance by Shana Wilensky, Michelle Tooker, Ben Lamb, and Jordan Taylor This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand Patreon produce...

Mar 02, 202348 minSeason 5Ep. 10

0509 | Born in Loss

The Currier files take us to Wisconsin and the greater Midwest, where two new cases have strong circumstantial evidence, a tip potentially places Keyes in the right place at the right time, and new information leads us back to Indiana. This episode was written, produced, and researched by Josh Hallmark. Additional research by: Shana Wilensky, Andrew French, and Michelle Tooker. Research assistance by Ben Lamb and Kaz This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.f...

Feb 17, 202344 minSeason 5Ep. 9

The NAMUS-45: Amber Cates

A missing teen with a challenging childhood is largely ignored by local law enforcement. A lack of good information mixed with a lot of finger pointing only exacerbates an already troubled investigation. And three disappearances along a rural highway beg some serious questions about Keyes. This episode was written and researched by Shana Wilensky. With production, editing, and additional research by Josh Hallmark This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi F...

Feb 09, 202320 min

0508 | We Only Spoke and Never Sung

The Debra Feldman files from Hackensack PD were just 18 pages; but it only took one to make a massive impact and prove several long-standing speculations. This episode was written, produced, and researched by Josh Hallmark. Research assistance by Ben Lamb, Shana Wilensky, Kaz, and Michelle Tooker This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand Patreon producers: Alexa Horn, Amy Basil, Annette, Benjamin Cio...

Feb 02, 202346 minSeason 5Ep. 8

0507 | A Joke, A Hymn

Four Washington state FOIA responses tell very different stories and provide new insights into old cases. And a fifth, long-awaited file drops a bomb in everyone's laps. This episode was written, produced, and researched by Josh Hallmark. With additional research by Kaz. Research assistance by Ben Lamb, Shana Wilensky, Michelle Tooker, Andrew French, and Jordan Taylor This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/stud...

Jan 19, 202345 minSeason 5Ep. 7

0506 | Fog + Smoke

We analyze every missing person case from Washington and its surrounding states during Keyes pre-Alaska life. A small pool of just 27 compelling Keyes cases emerge; providing a refresh on previously discussed cases, dives into new ones, and a grim bottom line. This is just the jumping off point into the final fast-paced, dense, and surprising 9 episodes of the season. This episode was written, produced, and researched by Josh Hallmark. Research assistance by Ben Lamb This is a Studio BOTH/AND pr...

Jan 12, 202346 minSeason 5Ep. 6

The NAMUS-45: Lisa Michelle Stebic

When a mother of two mysteriously vanishes, all eyes focus on her estranged husband. But as the investigation progresses, another nearby, high-profile case diverts both police funding and media attention away. This episode was written and researched by Michelle Tooker. With production and editing by Josh Hallmark. This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand Patreon producers: Alexa Horn, Amy Basil, Ben...

Jan 05, 202321 min

The NAMUS-45: Lindsey Baum

A ten-year-old girl's Washington state disappearance draws some striking similarities to statements Keyes made and his known MO. A long line of potential suspects, evidence found over a hundred miles away, and her appearance on Keyes's computer muddle an investigation already hindered by a severe lack of evidence. TCB is on its holiday/mid-season break. New episodes will return on January 12. This episode was written and researched by Shana Wilensky. With production, editing, and additional rese...

Dec 22, 202235 min

0505 | Driftwood

We return to Olympia and the disappearance of Jon Corey. We examine similarities between his disappearance and Keyes' MO and life at the time, along with similarities to the murder of a different serial killer. This episode was written, produced, and researched by Josh Hallmark. Additional research by Kaz. Research assistance by Ben Lamb, Shana Wilensky, Michelle Tooker, and Andrew French. This episodes features: Dr. Chris Kunkle This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / ...

Dec 08, 202242 minSeason 5Ep. 5

0504 | The Moon Behind You

An assortment of strange coincidences and odd circumstances take Josh and the research team to Olympia, Washington where the disappearance of Jonathan Corey completely baffles everyone. This episode was written, produced, and researched by Josh Hallmark. Additional research by Kaz. Research assistance by Ben Lamb, Shana Wilensky, and Michelle Tooker. This episodes features: Brian Burke. This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: w...

Dec 01, 202251 minSeason 5Ep. 4

LIVE from the PNW True Crime Fest

In this discussion on producing long-form true crime podcasts, we dive into the Keyes case, James Baysinger's work on the Hide + Seek podcast, what goes into these productions, and the overall personal and case impacts. Panel: Josh Hallmark & James Baysinger Moderator: Ken Bator, Podcast Magazine This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.co...

Nov 24, 202255 min

0503 | The Bright Pines

We revisit the Oregon coast to take a second look at the disappearance of Kami Vollendroff and Gene Hyatt, and discuss the case with Kami's cousin and best friend. Then we head north to Olympia, to start a deep-dive into a very similar case with eerie ties to Israel Keyes. This episode was written, produced, and researched by Josh Hallmark. Research assistant by Ben Lamb, Shana Wilensky, Michelle Tooker, Andrew French, Kim K, and Kaz. This episodes features: Shelly Skelton and Emilee Rutten. Thi...

Nov 17, 202255 minSeason 5Ep. 3

0502 | Broken Headlight Flicker

An old story from a new perspective gives Josh and the team new information, new leads, and credence to many of their theories and investigative paths. This episode was written, produced, and researched by Josh Hallmark. With additional research by Ben Lamb and Kaz. This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand Resources: • The News & Observer: https://www.newsobserver.com/news/nation-world/national/...

Nov 03, 202246 minSeason 5Ep. 2

0501 | Into the Void

New files, new audio, a new source, new partnerships, and a trek out to the Olympic Peninsula heat up the investigation into Israel Keyes. This episode was written, produced, and researched by Josh Hallmark. With additional research by Ben Lamb and Kaz. This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand Resources: • The Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/science/2020/jan/16/bring-up-the-bodies-gene-sandy-r...

Oct 27, 20221 hrSeason 5Ep. 1

Season 5 Extended Trailer

Season 5 premieres on October 27. This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-bullsh--3588169/support .

Oct 20, 20223 min

The NAMUS-44: Shaina Ashly Kirkpatrick

A reunion between long-lost friends ends in multiple homicides and disappearances spanning a 3,500 mile roadtrip. This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand This episode was written and researched by Michelle Tooker. With production, editing, and additional research by Josh Hallmark. Patreon producers: Alexa Horn, Amy Basil, Benjamin Cioppa-Fong, Casey Jensen-Richardson, Christina Sisson, Dana Keith, ...

Aug 25, 202226 min

The NAMUS-44: Rupinder Goraya

A missing persons case shines a light on domestic abuse and some lingering questions about Keyes’s attention to the Sunshine State. This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand This episode was written and researched by Michelle Tooker. With production, editing, and additional research by Josh Hallmark. Patreon producers: Alexa Horn, Amy Basil, Benjamin Cioppa-Fong, Casey Jensen-Richardson, Christina Si...

Aug 11, 202226 min

The NAMUS-44: Kristen Modafferi

A college student leaves work and is never seen again. The ongoing investigation leads authorities to the beach, a notorious serial killer, a polarizing figure in forensics, and an odd phone call regarding a gay affair gone wrong. This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand This episode was written and researched by Shana Wilensky. Production, editing, and additional research by Josh Hallmark. Patreon ...

Jul 28, 202237 min

The NAMUS-44: Justin Gaines

Rumors swirl after a teenager disappears from an Atlanta-area nightclub. And with thousands of possible witnesses and over 20 outgoing phone calls, not a single shred of evidence is ever recovered. This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand This episode was written and researched by Michelle Tooker. With production, editing, and additional research by Josh Hallmark. Patreon producers: Alexa Horn, Amy ...

Jul 14, 202229 min

The NAMUS-44: Jennifer Marcum

When a mother disappears, the FBI give a strange level of autonomy over the investigation to an informant and ex-con; a judgment call that would prove disastrous. This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand This episode was written and researched by Shana Wilensky. With production, editing, and additional research by Josh Hallmark. Patreon producers: Alexa Horn, Amy Basil, Benjamin Cioppa-Fong, Casey J...

Jun 30, 202231 min

The NAMUS-44: Alexis Patterson

Racism and tunnel-vision plague an investigation into the disappearance of a 7-year-old girl, whose case would eventually make its way to Keyes's computer. This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand This episode was written and researched by Michelle Tooker. With production, editing, and additional research by Josh Hallmark. Patreon producers: Alexa Horn, Amy Basil, Benjamin Cioppa-Fong, Casey Jensen-...

Jun 16, 202238 min

The NAMUS-44: Holly Bobo

A NAMUS-44 case out of Tennessee involving an alleged coerced confession of one man, and a plea deal with and tenuous story from another, leaves Josh unsettled. This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand This is the third episode of an eight episode miniseries, written and researched by TCB researchers Shana Wilensky and Michelle Tooker. This series will run in-between seasons of True Crime Bullshit, ...

Jun 02, 202233 min

The NAMUS-44: Ashley Nicole Summers

A NAMUS-44 case out of Ohio is plagued by Runaway Syndrome, misinformation, and media frenzy. This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / www.bothand.fyi For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand This is the second episode of an eight episode miniseries, written and researched by TCB researchers Shana Wilensky and Michelle Tooker. This series will run in-between seasons of True Crime Bullshit, and will focus on missing persons cases included in the NAMUS-44. ...

May 19, 202239 min
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