Best Brian Hooper Podcasts (2025)

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True Crime Time For September 9, 2025 | Brian Hooper’s Wrongful Conviction, Columbus Newborn Tragedy & Cocaine Smuggling Scheme 47:18

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In this episode of True Crime Time, hosts Woody and Cyndi Overton discuss various true crime stories, including a child abuse case in Portland, an unusual incident involving a pet spider monkey, a tragic case of an abandoned newborn in Columbus, and a postal worker's fraudulent activities. The conversation highlights the seriousness of these crimes…

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Real Life Real Crime | #JusticeForBradley ep 15 57:23

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In this episode of Real Life Real Crime, host Woody Overton and Morgan Baggett delve into ongoing investigations, community involvement, and the critical role of evidence in solving crimes. The conversation highlights the emotional toll of missing persons cases, the significance of photographic evidence, and the complexities of law enforcement's ha…

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True Crime Time For September 26, 2025 | Dallas Shooting, Human Trafficking Case, and Attempted Murder Over a Boyfriend 44:00

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, hosts Woody and Cyndi Overton discuss a series of tragic and shocking true crime stories. The conversation begins with a shooting incident in Dallas, followed by a heartbreaking family case involving Travis Decker and his daughters. The hosts then delve into a domestic violence case in Florida, an elderly rob…

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Jimmy Kimmel’s Return, the Fox-Barstool College Football Experiment, and Kamala’s Book Tour. Plus: Noah Eagle. 1:22:34

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel discuss the return of 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' on Tuesday night (0:46) before reexamining the Fox-Barstool college football experiment and Kamala Harris's book tour (25:50). Finally, they are joined by NBC's Noah Eagle to discuss the highly anticipated Oregon–Penn State matchup this Saturday, capturing wacky finis…

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BILLION DOLLAR IDEAS TO FIX THE NFL & MLB (Ep 353) 1:04:48

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Pete and Bric discuss the latest DFS tout movement, PrizePicks selling 1.6 billion worth of their company, and share ideas to fix the NFL and the MLB. 🐦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bric's Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📼 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Draft Caddy (thedraftcaddy.com)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👕 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LOLz Merch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🧠 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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True Crime Time For September 25, 2025 | Uvalde School Ransomware, Nursing Home Murder, and Law Enforcement Corruption 48:21

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, the hosts discuss various crime-related topics, including a ransomware attack on a school district in Uvalde, a tragic incident at a zoo in Bangkok, a double homicide in Arkansas, a deadly shooting at a football party in Missouri, and a murder in a nursing home in Brooklyn. Each story highlights different asp…

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Mario Bautista eyes 9-fight win streak, Mateusz Gamrot on Oliveira matchup, UFC Perth picks 53:01

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Matt Serra and Jim Norton return for a midweek edition of UFC Unfiltered with a pair of No. 8–ranked contenders, bantamweight Mario Bautista and lightweight Mateusz Gamrot, as both men prepare to embrace the road-dog role against fan favorites. Bautista joins the show to reflect on his eight-fight winning streak and preview next month’s bantamweigh…

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Santa Rosa Murders ////// Hitchhiking Victims 1:01:46

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Santa Rosa Murders ////// Hitchhiking Victims Part 2 of 4 www.TrueCrimeCrime.com The Santa Rosa Hitchhiker Murders is a series of unsolved homicides of young women that took place in the early 1970s. Many of the victims were confirmed or believed to have been hitchhiking in or around the Santa Rosa, California area. High School girls and College st…

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True Crime Time For September 24, 2025 | Child Abuse in Ohio, Teacher Misconduct Cases, and Shocking Crimes Across the U.S. 46:18

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, hosts Woody and Cyndi Overton discuss various crime stories, including a shocking child abuse case in Ohio, a violent bar incident in Orlando, a disturbing behavior at a Kroger in Michigan, and the heinous actions of a former teacher who abused multiple children. The conversation highlights the complexities o…

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Santa Rosa Murders ////// Missing Girls 54:08

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Santa Rosa Murders ////// Missing Girls Part 1 of 4 www.TrueCrimeCrime.com The Santa Rosa Hitchhiker Murders is a series of unsolved homicides of young women that took place in the early 1970s. Many of the victims were confirmed or believed to have been hitchhiking in or around the Santa Rosa, California area. High School girls and College students…

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True Crime Time For September 23, 2025 | Attempted Murder, Gary Busey’s Legal Troubles, and Prison Assaults 47:06

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, Woody and Cyndi Overton discuss several shocking crime stories, including an attempted murder by a sister, Gary Busey's recent legal troubles, a hatchet assault in North Dakota, and a disturbing incident in a Louisiana prison involving an inmate throwing feces at a correctional officer. Each story highlights …

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Youssef Zalal talks Josh Emmett matchup, Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani on DWCS win, guest co-host Din Thomas 1:06:29

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Din Thomas jumps in as guest co-host alongside Matt Serra for a jam-packed Monday edition of UFC Unfiltered! First up, 9th-ranked featherweight Youssef Zalal stops by ahead his UFC 320 showdown with Josh Emmett. Riding a four-fight UFC winning streak, Youssef shares stories from his long-awaited trip back to Morocco before shifting his focus to his…

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Fear After the Jimmy Kimmel Suspension, the Return of Olivia Nuzzi, and Presidential Campaign of Andy Beshear 1:04:11

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David discuss Vanity Fair hiring Olivia Nuzzi after she parted ways with New York magazine last year, continue untangling the Jimmy Kimmel situation, discuss the new rules for covering the Pentagon, and more (00:26). Then they share some football audio from the weekend, including Joe Davis’s call of Eagles defensiv…

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True Crime Time For September 22, 2025 | From Pennsylvania Tragedies to Disney Robbery and Prison Corruption 42:06

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This episode of True Crime Time For covers a range of tragic and bizarre stories, including a deadly ambush on police officers in Pennsylvania, a shocking child neglect case in Milwaukee, police misconduct in Baton Rouge, a violent machete attack in Canada, a unique robbery at a Disney restaurant, and a prison smuggling incident involving grills. T…

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Introducing: CRIME HOUSE DAILY 7:44

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Crime doesn’t take a day off. And neither does Crime House Daily. Hosted by self-defense instructor and advocate for victims, Katie Ring, Crime House Daily is coming to you twice every weekday, covering the biggest crime stories as they unfold. Morning episodes give you the need-to-know. The latest headlines, breaking developments, and where things…

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Real Life Real Crime | #JusticeForBradley ep 14 1:00:15

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This conversation delves into the complex case of Bradley, a missing person, exploring the intricate family dynamics, the impact of addiction, and the challenges faced by law enforcement. The discussion highlights the emotional turmoil experienced by those involved, the financial implications of the case, and the ongoing search for justice. Insight…

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True Crime Time For September 19, 2025 | Murder in Cincinnati, Babies Found in Pennsylvania, and a Chef’s Criminal Fall 55:23

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, the hosts delve into a series of tragic and disturbing cases, including the murder of Linda Hill and her son, the discovery of three dead babies in Pennsylvania, a romance scam targeting an elderly woman in Japan, a deadly fire in North Carolina, a horrific murder case in Cincinnati, and the fall of a renowne…

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IF I HAD 150 LINEUPS, I'D LOSE TOO (Ep. 352) 1:05:05

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Pete and Bric recap Week 2 DFS, discuss Battle Royale portfolio strategy, and then dive into a hot topic with regards to best ball diversification. 🐦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bric's Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📼 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Draft Caddy (thedraftcaddy.com)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👕 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LOLz Merch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🧠 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠End…

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Jimmy Kimmel Is Suspended, Molly Qerim Leaves ESPN, and Ivan Maisel on the Cult of the College Football Coach 1:32:41

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel discuss ABC's decision to indefinitely suspend 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' (0:46), why The Washington Post fired columnist Karen Attiah, Molly Qerim's abrupt departure from ESPN, Tom Brady's glaring conflict of interest, and more (38:32). Then Bryan is joined by sports journalist and author Ivan Maisel to discuss his…

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True Crime Time For September 18, 2025 | Murder in Australia, Child Abuse Tragedies & The Dark Legacy of Art Theft 41:42

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, hosts Woody Overton and Cyndi Overton delve into various true crime stories, including a troubling incident at a roller skating rink, the dangers of TikTok challenges, a tragic case of gun violence, and a heartbreaking story of child abuse. They also discuss a gruesome murder case in Australia and the implica…

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Aljamain Sterling on Ortega win & 145-lb. title path, Aly Mac talks next weekend’s UFC Perth card 56:12

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Matt brings the heat with a brand new microphone as he teams up with guest co-host John Morgan for a midweek edition of UFC Unfiltered! Nearly a month removed from his UFC Shanghai win over Brian Ortega, Aljamain Sterling returns to the show to discuss Ortega’s weight-cut struggles, his recent back-and-forth with Lerone Murphy, and what’s next in h…

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MindHunter /// Dr. Ann Burgess 46:45

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MindHunter /// Dr. Ann Burgess Nic is overjoyed to have a conversation with the great Dr. Ann Burgess - F.B.I. consultant and 1st generation Mind Hunter. Thank you for your support. Sign up on the mailing list @ www.truecrimegarage.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of pers…

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Mindhunter /// Part 4 /// 871 46:33

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Mindhunter /// Part 4 /// 871 Part 4 of 4 www.TrueCrimeGarage.com One of True Crime Garage’s favorite Crime series of all time is the Netflix original Mindhunter. Mindhunter is mostly real true crime tales from the F.B.I. Season One kicks things off in 1977 with legendary agents John Douglas and Robert Ressler partnering up and stepping into the mi…

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True Crime Time For September 17, 2025 | Murder, Motives & Memories 45:10

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, Woody and Cyndi delve into a variety of true crime stories, exploring tragic cases of murder, emotional pleas from victims, and shocking incidents of violence. From the brutal murder of Kevin Whitt by his husband to the bizarre case of a man sentenced to life for killing over a pair of socks, the hosts cover …

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Mindhunter /// Part 3 /// 870 50:35

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Mindhunter ////// Part 3 Part 3 of 4 www.TrueCrimeGarage.com One of True Crime Garage's favorite Crime series of all time is the Netflix original Mindhunter. Mindhunter is mostly real true crime tales from the F.B.I. Season One kicks things off in 1977 with legendary agents John Douglas and Robert Ressler partnering up and stepping into the minds a…

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True Crime Time For September 16, 2025 | TikTok Scandals, Machete Attacks & Bizarre Survival Stories 45:57

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, hosts Woody Overton and Cyndi Overton share a variety of crime-related stories, starting with a humorous yet frustrating experience at the DMV. They discusses the implications of social media threats, recounts a violent confrontation between a homeowner and a utility worker, and highlights the legal troubles …

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Our Broken Media Ecosystem, Replay Reviews for Everyone, and Lachlan Cartwright of Breaker 51:02

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David examine the ways in which information about Charlie Kirk's killing has come out to the public (0:20), before they share some audio from the weekend in football, including Pat McAfee's rousing 'College GameDay' monologue, some instant replay insight from Clemson–Georgia Tech, the tush push getting on everyone'…

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Alden Coria on UFC debut win, Teddy Atlas talks Bud Crawford & newfound MMA appreciation, Noche UFC recap 1:16:05

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Guest co-host RJ Clifford joins Jim and Matt for a packed Monday show after a huge week for fight fans! Flyweight Alden Coria kicks things off by discussing his journey from preparing for a Contender Series shot to making a successful short-notice UFC debut at Noche UFC. He also shares how training alongside Joshua Van at 4oz Fight Club has elevate…

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True Crime Time For September 15, 2025 | Divided We Fall: The Shooting of Charles Kirk 37:40

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In this episode of True Crime Time, hosts Woody and Cindy discuss the tragic shooting of activist Charles Kirk, exploring the implications of hate speech, the consequences of free speech, and the cycle of violence that ensues from divisive rhetoric. They reflect on the need for unity and acceptance in a society increasingly polarized by differing b…

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Real Life Real Crime | #JusticeForBradley ep 13 51:36

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In this episode of Real Life Real Crime, host Woody Overton delves into ongoing investigations surrounding the murders of Bradley Stracener and Astin O'Banion. He discusses the legal complexities involved, including public information requests, non-disclosure agreements, and the implications of gag orders within law enforcement. Overton emphasizes …

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True Crime Time For September 12, 2025 | Seattle Bank Robberies, Female Predators in Schools & the Assassination of Huey P. Long 43:23

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In this episode of True Crime Time, hosts Woody Overton and Cyndi Overton delve into various true crime stories, including a series of bank robberies in Seattle, the implications of bank safety, and the troubling rise of female predators in the education system. They also discuss a tragic incident at an IHOP, police misconduct, and a violent encoun…

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DFS SWEAT ETIQUETTE & COMPANION STREAMS 1:03:23

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Pete and Bric recap Week 1 DFS, discuss the future of sports broadcasts, and share updates about the gambling bill. 🐦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bric's Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📼 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Draft Caddy (thedraftcaddy.com)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👕 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LOLz Merch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🧠 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Endgame Syndicate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🔴 ⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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The Killing of Charlie Kirk, the Murdochs’ Real-Life Succession, and Three More Years of ‘Pardon the Interruption’ 1:01:46

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Bryan and Joel discuss the whirlwind of coverage around the killing of Charlie Kirk (1:13) before they give updates on the Trump vs. The Wall Street Journal saga (23:32), the extension for ESPN's 'Pardon the Interruption' (29:59), Rupert Murdoch's succession plan (38:54), the reporter caught in the middle of the college football AP poll outrage (44…

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Rob Font, Tatiana Suarez, Noche UFC predictions 54:08

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Matt Serra and Jim Norton look ahead to this Saturday’s Noche UFC card in San Antonio with two fighters set to compete: Rob Font and Tatiana Suarez. First up, bantamweight veteran Rob Font joins the show to discuss preparing for yet another short-notice opponent change and how training in Texas with Gordon Ryan has sharpened his ground game. He als…

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True Crime Time For September 11, 2025 | From 9/11 to Now: Stories of Loss, Crime, and Resilience 47:05

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In this episode, the hosts reflect on the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, sharing personal stories and the impact it had on their lives. They discuss the mysterious case of Michelle Vanek, a woman who vanished during a hike and was recently found after nearly 20 years. The conversation shifts to shocking child neglect cases, including a six-y…

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Mindhunter /// Part 2 /// 869 1:03:08

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Mindhunter /// Part 2 /// 869 Part 2 of 4 www.TrueCrimeGarage.com Tried, tested, and true - one of our favorite Crime series of all time is the Netflix original Mindhunter. Mindhunter is mostly real true crime tales from the F.B.I. Season One kicks things off in 1977 with legendary agents John Douglas and Robert Ressler partnering up and stepping i…

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True Crime Time For September 10, 2025 | FBI Preschool Plot, Colorado Murder & Dubai Drug Smuggling 48:26

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, hosts Woody and Cyndi Overton discuss several recent crime stories, including the FBI's intervention to prevent a potential preschool massacre, the murder of a pregnant woman in Colorado, a random attack on a woman in Chicago, and a British law student facing a life sentence in Dubai for drug smuggling. The c…

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Mindhunter /// Part 1 /// 868 1:03:23

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Mindhunter /// Part 1 /// 868 Part 1 of 4 www.TrueCrimeGarage.com Tried, tested, and true - one of our favorite Crime series of all time is the Netflix original Mindhunter. Mindhunter is mostly real true crime tales from the F.B.I. Season One kicks things off in 1977 with legendary agents John Douglas and Robert Ressler partnering up and stepping i…

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#10 Neil Hannon (The Divine Comedy) 1:13:48

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Neil Hannon of The Divine Comedy popped into our studio to discuss his love of The Beatles, working in Abbey Road, and to reflect on a career that includes 13 solo albums, 2 Duckworth Lewis Method collaborations, the soundtrack to Wonka, and many film and TV Themes including Father Ted and the IT Crowd. Mark Hooper was on summer holidays, so friend…

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Modestas Bukauskas on successful 2nd UFC stint, Kevin Iole talks UFC Paris & Canelo-Crawford 1:10:44

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Jim Norton and Matt Serra return for another episode of UFC Unfiltered! Fresh off his biggest career win in Paris, light heavyweight Modestas Bukauskas reflects on his successful second stint and the father-son dynamics in play for both he and training partner Tom Aspinall. Later, retired combat sports journalist Kevin Iole joins to recap UFC Paris…

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NFL Opening Weekend Audio, the CBS News Blues, and Our Review of ‘The Paper’ 53:27

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David discuss news from CBS News, including more issues with edited interviews and Bari Weiss’s reported arrival (0:20). Then, they get into a tense moment on ‘Get Up!’ between Ryan Clark and Peter Schrager, some audio from NFL Week 1, J.J. Watt’s broadcast debut, and more (12:28). They also share their thoughts on…

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True Crime Time For September 8, 2025 | Gun ‘Games,’ Deadly Conspiracies & Crimes That Shock Communities 51:27

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, the hosts delve into various true crime stories, including a tragic incident in Harris County involving a disturbing gun "game", bizarre criminal charges against a North Carolina grandfather, a conspiracy leading to the murder of a doctor in Los Angeles, and a shocking child exploitation case in Chattanooga. …

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Real Life Real Crime | #JusticeForBradley ep 12 1:01:05

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In this episode of Real Life Real Crime, host Woody Overton discusses the ongoing investigation into the murders of Bradley and Astin O'Banion. He highlights the challenges faced by law enforcement, the implications of gag orders and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and the importance of public records in ensuring transparency. The emotional toll …