Best Citizen Detective Podcasts (2025)

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0701 | The Death & Life of Israel Keyes 44:18

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2d ago44:18

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In the season 7 premiere, Josh goes over a long list of significant new evidence, answers a few big questions, and asks plenty more new questions. A picture of a woman found in Keyes's car paints a very clear picture of some of his activity. New maps, journals, writings, and more set the stage for an eye-opening season. This episode was written, re…

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586 // The Mysterious Death of Ellen Greenberg w/ Nancy Schwartzman 51:04

2d ago51:04

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In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with Emmy Award winning filmmaker Nancy Schwartzman about her new documentary, "Death in Apartment 603: What Happened to Ellen Greenberg?".' Ellen Greenberg was 27 years old and engaged when she was found dead in her apartment by her fiancé. Ellen sustained 20 stab woun…

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Mentoring support for children in underserved communities, and uniting communities with law enforcement 59:45

2d ago59:45

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On this week's edition of Better Living, host Chris Arnold visits with award winning radio host El Chiquilin from La Grande and Alicia Serrato of the non-profit Los Primos Dallas.org about the big golf event raising awareness and mentoring support for children in underserved communities. Chris also talks with Charlene Edwards of Project Unity about…

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S7 Prep: WA Does 46:07

6d ago46:07

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As we prepare for Season 7 of True Crime Bullsh**, we're sharing episodes from the past 6 seasons that will be foundational for the upcoming season. SPONSORS: BetterHelp: Go to www.betterhelp.com/TCB for 10% off your first month. Quince: Go to www.quince.com/TCBS to get free shipping and 365-day returns on your next order. Become a supporter of thi…

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585 // Joshua Ritter on Emmanuel Haro Disappearance, Charlie Kirk's Shooter & more 48:53

6d ago48:53

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In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with former prosecutor and defense attorney Joshua Ritter of Courtroom Confidential to discuss his show, the charges that await Tyler Robinson (the suspect in Charlie Kirk's shooting), Luigi Mangione, and the disappearance of Emmanuel Haro from Cabizon, California on Au…

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S7 Prep: WA Does (Ad-free & Early) 44:43

9d ago44:43

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As we prepare for Season 7 of True Crime Bullsh**, we're sharing episodes from the past 6 seasons that will be foundational for the upcoming season. SPONSORS: BetterHelp: Go to www.betterhelp.com/TCB for 10% off your first month. Quince: Go to www.quince.com/TCBS to get free shipping and 365-day returns on your next order. Become a supporter of thi…

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584 // Shelton Sanders 52:41

8d ago52:41

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In this episode Tim Pilleri, Lance Reenstierna, and Jennifer Amell speak about the disappearance of Shelton John Sanders from Columbia, South Carolina on June 19th, 2001. This episode was originally published on Missing on March 24th, 2022. Shelton Sanders was 25 years old and going places. He was responsible, driven, and a dedicated systems manage…

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"Empowering Breast Cancer Awareness" event, and changing lives of thousands with special needs 59:44

9d ago59:44

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On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Sylvia Powers of Celebrating Life Foundation.org about their "Empowering Breast Cancer Awareness" event. But first, Chris talks to Dylan Rafaty, the Executive Director of the North Texas Disability Chamber, about how they've changed the lives of thousands of North Texas with special …

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583 // Paul Fronczak w/ Jack Fronczak and Tracey Hastings - Part 2 44:40

11d ago44:40

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In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with Jack Fronczak and Tracey Hastings of The Fronczak Files podcast. This is part 2 of 2 . Jack has an absolutely wild story about being found abandoned at about 2 years old. He was given to the Fronczak family after the FBI made a connection between the abandoned baby…

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S7 Prep: Hunters, WA 32:27

13d ago32:27

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As we prepare for Season 7 of True Crime Bullsh**, we're sharing episodes from the past 6 seasons that will be foundational for the upcoming season. SPONSORS: BetterHelp: Go to www.betterhelp.com/TCB for 10% off your first month. Quince: Go to www.quince.com/TCBS to get free shipping and 365-day returns on your next order. Become a supporter of thi…

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582 // Paul Fronczak w/ Jack Fronczak and Tracey Hastings - Part 1 52:00

12d ago52:00

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In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with Jack Fronczak and Tracey Hastings of The Fronczak Files podcast. Jack has an absolutely wild story about being found abandoned at about 2 years old. He was given to the Fronczak family after the FBI made a connection between the abandoned baby in New Jersey in 1965…

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581 // Dean Mortensen w/ Laura Riste 50:24

15d ago50:24

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In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with return guest Laura Riste to discuss the mysterious disappearance of Dean Mortensen from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada on January 24th, 1992. Check out Laura Riste's site on the disappearance of Trenny Gibson: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.canadiangurl77.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠. Laura's FB page for…

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Audacy's 9th Annual "I'm Listening" Special! 59:45

16d ago59:45

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Audacy presents the 9th Annual "I'm Listening" special, a national program that brings together artists, athletes and medical specialists to raise awareness on the importance of talking about and caring for our mental health.

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580 // Andy Puglisi w/ Melanie Perkins McLaughlin - Part 2 47:10

18d ago47:10

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In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with Melanie Perkins McLaughlin about the disappearance of her childhood friend, Andy Puglisi, from Lawrence, Massachusetts on August 22nd, 1976. Melanie made an Emmy award winning documentary called, "Have You Seen Andy?". Check out the site here: ⁠https://haveyouseena…

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579 // Andy Puglisi w/ Melanie Perkins McLaughlin - Part 1 53:47

19d ago53:47

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In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with Melanie Perkins McLaughlin about the disappearance of her childhood friend, Andy Puglisi, from Lawrence, Massachusetts on August 22nd, 1976. Melanie made an Emmy award winning documentary called, "Have You Seen Andy?". Check out the site here: https://haveyouseenan…

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Cancer Awareness with DPD and SMU, and an interview with Dave Swavey of the Guns N Hoses Foundation 59:45

23d ago59:45

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This week on Better Living Chris Arnold talks with Dave Swavey of Guns N Hoses Foundation, a non profit providing assistance for families of fallen police officers and firefighters. They have two big events coming up. Chris also visits with former officer LaCondria Rynes, Sargent Wanda West, Sargent Anthony Andujar,and Deputy Chief Majusta Allen wi…

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578 // Elizabeth Short & Leila Welsh - Sisters in Death w/ Eli Frankel 1:02:25

25d ago1:02:25

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In this episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined by author Eli Frankel to discuss his new book, "Sisters In Death: The Black Dahlia, The Prairie Heiress, and Their Killer." This is a groundbreaking account of the gruesome 1941 murder of Leila Welsh and the equally horrific 1947 ⁠⁠⁠murder of Elizabeth Short. Eli believes the murders are c…

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577 // Emmanuel Haro - Part 4 - Did Dad Jake Haro Confess? 38:20

26d ago38:20

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In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna discuss the disappearance of Emmanuel Haro from Cabazon, California on August 14th, 2025. Emmanuel is 7 months old with brown hair and brown eyes. He weighs 21 pounds. Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the San Bernardino Sheriff Department's …

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Talking with American Warrior Association and Dallas Music Network, Mav Traxx 59:44

1M ago59:44

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On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Anna Heil...the Executive Director of American Warrior Association. They're a non-profit dedicated to healing moral injury to service members, veterans, first responders and their families. But first, Chris talks to the Executive Director of Dallas Music Network, Mav Traxx. They're a…

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576 // Bobby Dunbar 49:55

1M ago49:55

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In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna discuss the mysterious disappearance of Bobby Dunbar from Opelousas, Louisiana in August of 1912 and the absolutely wild aftermath. This episode was researched by Kathleen Studer. Main podcast theme by Kevin Macleod. Check out his work at ⁠⁠https://incompetech.com/⁠⁠. Additio…

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Back to School 2025: Tech that can detect shootings, concerns over AI, heart problems and screen time, plus where cell phones are banned in class 37:38

1M ago37:38

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Labor Day is over, which means it's officially back to school for all of America. Here, we dive into the latest in topics, including tech that can save lives ... and shorten lifespans. Plus, how much help with homework is okay and how to teach your kids about AI.

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575 // Holly Piirainen w/ Richard Price - Part 2 54:40

1M ago54:40

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In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with Richard Price about the mysterious disappearance and tragic murder of Holly Piirainen from Sturbridge, Massachusetts on August 5th, 1993. This is part 2 of 2. Holly went missing while visiting a group of puppies at a nearby residence. Her sneaker was found on a roa…

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S7 Prep: Gary Shawn Bryant 41:01

1M ago41:01

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As we prepare for Season 7 of True Crime Bullsh**, we're sharing episodes from the past 6 seasons that will be foundational for the upcoming season. SPONSORS: BetterHelp: Go to www.betterhelp.com/TCB for 10% off your first month. Quince: Go to www.quince.com/TCBS to get free shipping and 365-day returns on your next order. Become a supporter of thi…

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574 // Holly Piirainen w/ Richard Price - Part 1 50:08

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In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with Richard Price about the mysterious disappearance and tragic murder of Holly Piirainen from Sturbridge, Massachusetts on August 5th, 1993. This is part 1 of 2. Holly went missing while visiting a group of puppies at a nearby residence. Her sneaker was found on a roa…

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573 // Emmanuel Haro - Part 3 - Parents Arrested! 24:44

1M ago24:44

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In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna discuss the disappearance of Emmanuel Haro from Cabazon, California on August 14th, 2025. Emmanuel is 7 months old with brown hair and brown eyes. He weighs 21 pounds. Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the San Bernardino Sheriff Department's …

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A worthy cause focusing on Men's Prostate Cancer, and a sit down with Kurt Thomas Foundation Executive Director Beckie Thomas 59:44

1M ago59:44

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On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Beckie Thomas, the Executive Director of the Kurt Thomas Foundation. Their foundation provides scholarships to young gymnasts and the gala that supports them is right around the corner. Chris then talks to Dr. Pat Fulgham about the 20th annual Pros & Joes Men's Health Awareness golf …

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572 // The Girl Who Took Down Gacy w/ Courtney Lund O'Neil 48:41

1M ago48:41

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In this episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined by a new friend of the show, someone who puts a deeply personal spin on a familiar serial killer story. Courtney Lund O'Neil brings her debut book Postmortem to the table, a true crime memoire, a harrowing account of her mother's involvement in the conviction of serial killer John Wayne Ga…

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571 // Emmanuel Haro - Part 2 - Jake's Criminal History of Child Cruelty 24:30

1M ago24:30

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In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna discuss the mysterious disappearance of Emmanuel Haro from Yucaipa, California on August 14th, 2025. This is part 2 of our coverage. Emmanuel is 7 months old with brown hair and brown eyes. He weighs 21 pounds. Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to conta…

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570 // Lilly & Jack Sullivan - Part 3 48:57

1M ago48:57

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In this new episode, Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with Madelayne Klein and Jordan Bonaparte of the ⁠⁠Nighttime Podcast⁠⁠ about the mysterious disappearances of Lilly and Jack Sullivan from Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada on May 2nd, 2025. If you have any information please contact the Pictou County RCMP: 1-902-485-4333. This is part 3…

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S7 Prep: Stephen Michael Mason 1:03:35

1M ago1:03:35

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As we prepare for Season 7 of True Crime Bullsh**, we're sharing episodes from the past 6 seasons that will be foundational for the upcoming season. SPONSORS: BetterHelp: Go to www.betterhelp.com/TCB for 10% off your first month. Quince: Go to www.quince.com/TCBS to get free shipping and 365-day returns on your next order. Become a supporter of thi…

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569 // Lilly & Jack Sullivan - Part 2 50:53

1M ago50:53

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In this new episode, Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with Madelayne Klein and Jordan Bonaparte of the ⁠Nighttime Podcast⁠ about the mysterious disappearances of Lilly and Jack Sullivan from Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada on May 2nd, 2025. If you have any information please contact the Pictou County RCMP: 1-902-485-4333. This is part 2 o…

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568 // Yucaipa Kidnapping - Where is Emmanuel Haro? 27:47

1M ago27:47

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In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna discuss the mysterious disappearance of Emmanuel Haro from Yucaipa, California on August 14th, 2025. Emmanuel is 7 months old with brown hair and brown eyes. He weighs 21 pounds. Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the San Bernardino Sheriff De…