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Buried Bones - a historical true crime podcast with Kate Winkler Dawson and Paul Holes

Buried Bones - a historical true crime podcast with Kate Winkler Dawson and Paul Holes

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On Buried Bones, journalist Kate Winkler Dawson and retired investigator Paul Holes dissect some of history’s most compelling true crime cases from centuries ago. Together, they explore these very old cases through a 21st century lens. With their years of expertise and knowledge of modern forensics, they reflect on how far science has come and bring new insight to old mysteries. 

Together, Kate and Paul have examined many cases including the 1932 Lindbergh baby kidnapping, the first time fingerprinting was used as evidence in a courtroom and a possible serial killer in 1960s Nashville. They ask, was the right person convicted or was someone wrongfully accused?

See pictures, diagrams and evidence from each case on Instagram @buriedbonespod.

Buried Bones is part of the Exactly Right podcast network that provides a platform for bold, creative voices to bring to life provocative, entertaining and relatable stories for audiences everywhere. The Exactly Right roster of podcasts covers a variety of topics including true crime, comedic interviews, news, science, pop culture and more. The network is home to My Favorite Murder hosted by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark, This Podcast Will Kill You, That's Messed Up: An SVU Podcast, Tenfold More Wicked and more.
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In this week's conclusion of an infamous two-parter, Paul and Kate return to Boston in the 1960s as the murders continue but the investigation doesn't seem to be uncovering any leads. Who will ultimately become known as the Boston Strangler?  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today’s episode, Kate and Paul head to Boston, Massachusetts in 1962 for the first part of a two-parter. Our hosts begin to survey the evidence as a series of women have been found… strangled. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Northern Skies

Northern Skies

2025-09-0301:17:041

On today’s episode, Paul and Kate head north of the border to Montreal, Quebec in 1949, where a plane heading to Quebec City goes down shortly after take-off. Investigators use the technology of the time and some impressive wit to uncover the cause of the crash. But can they figure out who is responsible?  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Murder on the Range PT 2

Murder on the Range PT 2

2025-08-2758:291

In this week’s conclusion of a two-parter, Kate and Paul return to Gold Rush era Colorado where a lone survivor of a series of related attacks helps galvanize the apprehension of a possible offender or offenders.  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Murder on the Range PT 1

Murder on the Range PT 1

2025-08-2001:02:102

In this week’s episode, the first part of a two-part episode, Paul and Kate head to western expansion era Colorado where a single murder seems to quickly relate to the first of many dead bodies.  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Railroad Ties

Railroad Ties

2025-08-1301:13:572

On today’s episode, Kate and Paul head to late 1899 New York, where a conductor finds, what he thinks, is a small bit of flesh in the front of his train engine. After an impressive investigation and unfolding of a curious family dynamic, a full picture starts to take shape.  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Portrait of a Predator PT 2

Portrait of a Predator PT 2

2025-08-0601:09:003

In this week’s episode, the second part of a two-parter, Paul and Kate return to the Long Island area in the late 60s / early 70s where a serial predator has been terrorizing the community. Our hosts discuss the victims and analyze the eventual apprehension of the sadistic perpetrator.    Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Portrait of a Predator PT 1

Portrait of a Predator PT 1

2025-07-3001:11:586

On today’s episode, the first part of a two-parter, Kate and Paul travel to Long Island in the late 1960s.  A series of murders are discovered and continue to happen, setting off one of the most in-depth character studies that our hosts have undertaken.  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Murdered Maiden

Murdered Maiden

2025-07-2301:07:283

In this week’s episode, Paul and Kate head to 1875 New Hampshire, where a young girl doesn't make it home on time, enacting large search parties. Despite not having today’s technology, will the sharp townspeople be enough to find the missing person?  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Prime Time Crime PT 2

Prime Time Crime PT 2

2025-07-1601:00:142

In this concluding part of a two-parter, Kate and Paul head back to an investigation in 1978 Arizona, where a suspect emerges in a murder case. A look back at the handling of evidence and crime scenes provides unexpected hurdles and challenges.    Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Prime Time Crime PT 1

Prime Time Crime PT 1

2025-07-0901:02:167

In this first part of a two-parter, Paul and Kate travel to 1978 Scottsdale, Arizona where a woman stumbles upon a murder scene involving her co-star in a local production. Details about the victim and subsequent discoveries in his life quickly make this case quite interesting.  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lethal in the Hay

Lethal in the Hay

2025-06-2501:09:464

On today’s episode, Kate and Paul head to 1931 England where a fire in a hayfield causes alarm. When the body of a young local college student is discovered in an unlikely manner, the ensuing investigation is conducted by a legendary figure.  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Parallels PT 2

Parallels PT 2

2025-06-1854:271

In this week’s conclusion of a two-parter, Paul and Kate return to 1970 Sacramento where an open murder case seems to be eerily similar to another active investigation. Using crime scene data and extensive bloodwork, the police do their best to strengthen both cases.  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Parallels PT 1

Parallels PT 1

2025-06-1158:414

In this week's episode, the first part of a two-part-episode, Kate and Paul head to 1970 Sacramento, California where a young woman is found dead after not showing up for work. After interviewing over 500 people, something connected to the investigation happens that police cannot ignore.  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Off Track

Off Track

2025-06-0401:02:195

On today’s episode, Paul and Kate head to 1972 Washington where a couple finds a badly injured young woman. Taking in all the elements of the crime scene and ultimately the DNA aspects, will it all be enough to find the offender?  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Paper Trail

Paper Trail

2025-05-2101:14:163

In this week's episode, Kate and Paul head to 1855 rural Ohio, where a farmer has died under suspicious circumstances. After an investigation and the rounding up of the usual suspects, a very unique situation arises.    Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Take the Wheel PT 2

Take the Wheel PT 2

2025-05-1401:00:333

In this concluding episode of a two-parter, Paul and Kate return to the Golden Age of Hollywood, California. A young actress's many connections and relationships make her death an intriguing one, but what could investigators of the time piece together?  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Take the Wheel PT 1

Take the Wheel PT 1

2025-05-0753:207

In this first part of a two-parter, Kate and Paul head to 1935, Los Angeles where we find an enterprising starlet lifeless in her own garage.    Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Flew the Coop PT 2

Flew the Coop PT 2

2025-04-3057:511

In this week's episode, the conclusion of a two-parter, Paul and Kate return to 1924 England to the investigation of a disappearance under questionable circumstances. After a body is found, a trial hinges on the testimony of one of England's greatest forensic pathologists.    Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Flew the Coop PT 1

Flew the Coop PT 1

2025-04-2355:185

On today’s episode, the first part of a two-parter, Kate and Paul head to 1924 England where a young couple is faced with an unplanned pregnancy and the police are faced with murder. In what could seem like a simple open-and-shut case, a discovery changes everything.    Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Terriann Tomlin

It would be good for you guys to know what a house coat is. It actually is not a jacket. Nor is it a coat. It's an article of clothing women would wear only in the house, over their underwear, when they were doing household tasks. Similar function/purpose to an apron--to protect the clothing underneath--but fashioned like a robe. Usually three-quarter length sleeves. Buttons or snaps up the front. Mid calf length. Light weight cotton fabric.

Sep 17th
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Celeste Fuechsel

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Aug 8th
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Jessica Besecker

Delaware mentioned! 😅

Jul 30th
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pjreynoldsrapify

If you want to listen to the story, you'll need to skip ahead 12 minutes and 5 seconds.

Jul 20th
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Kerry C.

my last rental car had blood smeared on the ceiling panel. 🙃

Jul 19th
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BC

I think I could figure out what I was doing 2 years ago if I was checking my messages and photos, but in the 1800's there were no phones

Apr 12th
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Art 34

This lady slept with half the town, had multiple abortions, killed her husband, strangled her baby, but don’t you dare call her a slut! This Kate woman is a liberal idiot.

Mar 29th
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consecutive seconds

The Arizona Republic (the publication this reporter worked for) as a 6 episode season from 2019 called "Rediscovering: Don Bolles" for those interested in this case.

Feb 24th
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Karen or Tim Thompson

I also had the pregnancy carpel tunnel. Not fun but passed in a reasonable time.

Feb 11th
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BC

disgusting that this predator got away with such prolonged abuse.

Jan 24th
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Anne Kastanis

This was fascinating! I have read and listened to accounts of this crime before but had never heard the theory that Paul posits here.

Oct 11th
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Sue

What happened to Paul? Cut off at the end of the episode..

Sep 26th
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Amy Ulmen

I think Ruth left the Campsite in the RV of her own accord and Tony followed her in the Scout vehicle. He caolught up to her and she parked it, got out and they had an altercation. He killed her, threw her body over the embankment, and then shoved the RV after her to make it look like an accident

Aug 23rd
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Juju Longo

i think if he just wanted to spare the girls, he wouldn't be more vicious with them compared to the boys. sick or not, he's a disgusting chauvinistic asshole.

Jul 20th
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Tyler S

I book marked this podcast because I thought it looked good.... Forgot about it for nearly a year and gave it a try a few months back. I was missing out, it's growing as one of my favorite podcasts. Two thumbs up!

Jul 19th
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Ashley Campbell

buuuutt....he also said "bunny" so what do you expect? he's all of our family now, ma'am.

Jun 27th
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Rosi Cranwell

Love this podcast, bu the random and numerous ads are putting me off. M8ght have to give it a miss in the future.

Jun 7th
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G V

blows my mind when a well known college professor and writer says "all the sudden". smh.

May 12th
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Sayda Pervin Nipa

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Apr 19th
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Art 34

This woman is so woke, she wants to excuse this guy for slaughtering a family because…racism! 🙄

Apr 9th
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