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

ByExactly Right and iHeartPodcasts
125 episodes

Podcast Summary

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.

#1

Off Track

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: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-04•1hr 8mins
#2

Paper Trail

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: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-21•1hr 20mins
#3

Take the Wheel PT 2

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: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-14•1hr 6mins
#4

Take the Wheel PT 1

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: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-07•58mins
#5

Flew the Coop PT 2

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: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-04-30•1hr 4mins
#6

Flew the Coop PT 1

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: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-04-23•58mins
#7

Confession

In this week's episode, Paul and Kate investigate a landmark case from 1963. What starts with a woman's abduction ends with an investigation that changes police procedure to this day. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-04-16•1hr 8mins
#8

Cutthroat

On today’s episode, Paul and Kate head to late 1892 Delaware to a scene of a 17-year-old woman who was discovered almost completely decapitated. An investigation into the circumstances right before she went missing introduce a whole cast of characters to police. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-04-09•1hr 10mins

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#9

The Wolf Family Murder PT 2

In this week's episode, the conclusion of a two-parter, Kate and Paul head back to 1920 North Dakota where 8 family members are found dead in a farmhouse with no immediate suspect. Luckily, a clever investigator sniffs out a lead. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-04-02•1hr 1mins
#10

The Wolf Family Murder PT 1

In this first of a two-part episode, Paul and Kate travel to 1920 North Dakota where an observant neighbor notices something off with a nearby farmhouse. Upon closer inspection he finds a horrific crime scene that spans the entire property. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-03-26•57mins
#11

Missing Pieces PT 2

In this week's episode, the conclusion of a two-parter, Kate and Paul return to the 1945 Canadian investigation of a family that our victim had married into. With some late-in-the-game uncovered evidence, the trial becomes national news. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-03-19•1hr 2mins
#12

Missing Pieces PT 1

On today’s episode, the first part of a two-parter, Paul and Kate head to 1945 Hamilton, Ontario where a limbless and headless torso is found on the side of the road. After matching it with a missing persons report, a series of alarming discoveries are made. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-03-12•58mins
#13

Cut Down

In this week’s episode, Kate and Paul head across the pond to 1922 London, England where a married couple leaves the theatre and one of them doesn't make it home alive. After an investigation into the crime scene and their personal lives, some aspects become hard to overlook. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-03-05•1hr 5mins
#14

Beast of Burden

On today’s episode, Paul and Kate travel to 1889 Iowa where a young boy covered in blood is seen by a neighbor. After discovering where the boy had come from, an investigation uncovers some grisly details that lead to an unexpected suspect. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-02-26•1hr 6mins
#15

The Hot Seat

In this week's episode, Kate and Paul go to 1976 Phoenix, AZ where an investigative reporter is targeted while at a hotel. After the attack, what ensues could only be described as truly "far reaching.” Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-02-12•1hr 9mins
#16

Passing Notes PT 2

In this second part of a two-parter, Paul and Kate pick back up in 1975 England where a kidnapping case lead authorities to a single location. Hoping the victim is still alive, a massive investigation picks up steam. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-02-05•51mins
#17

Passing Notes PT 1

On today’s episode, the first part of a two-parter, Paul and Kate travel to 1975 England where a young heiress is kidnapped. When the ransom instructions prove increasingly difficult, the case takes a drastic turn. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-01-29•51mins
#18

Razor’s Edge

In this week's episode, Kate and Paul head to 1921 Portland, Oregon where a father is murdered and witness statements paint a confusing picture. With all the evidence collected and the police-work of the era, will there be enough to convict the suspect of the crime? Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-01-22•1hr 10mins
#19

The Nun’s Skeleton PT 2

On today’s episode, the second half of a two-parter, Paul and Kate return to 1970 Baltimore to discuss the case of a murdered nun and the various suspects. The testimony of a local student brings into question the controversial use of recovered memories. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-01-15•50mins
#20

The Nun’s Skeleton PT 1

In this week's first part of a two-part episode, Kate and Paul head to 1970 Baltimore where a teacher at an all-girl’s Catholic high school goes missing. After some suspicious accounts by the reporting members of the same church, the scope of the case increases. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-01-08•1hr 2mins
#21

The Christmas Mystery

On today’s episode, Paul and Kate take us to 1945 West Virginia where a family of 12 is awoken on Christmas Eve by a fire in their home. An investigation of the scene reveals much more than simply what could have started the blaze. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-12-18•1hr 6mins
#22

Out of Focus PT 2

In this second part of a two-parter, Kate and Paul return to 1958 Los Angeles where a serial killer is terrorizing local women. After the suspect encounters a truly heroic individual, the tide turns in the investigation. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-12-11•59mins
#23

Out of Focus PT 1

In this week’s episode, the first part of a two-parter, Paul and Kate take us to late 1950s Los Angeles where a young model goes to a photo shoot and doesn't return. When a body is discovered, a manhunt for a possible serial killer begins. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-12-04•1hr 2mins

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#24

Last Supper

On today’s episode, Kate and Paul head to 1871 Richland Center, Wisconsin where a dinner party held at a doctor’s home sees some of its guests leave in great distress. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-11-20•1hr 2mins
#25

The Three Emmas

In this week's episode, Paul and Kate head to 1914 San Antonio, Texas where a wealthy man's wife has an accident and becomes bedridden. After hiring nurses and caregivers, a murder takes place that has multiple suspects pointing fingers. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-11-13•58mins
#26

Vanished PT 2

On today’s episode, a concluding part of a two-parter, Paul and Kate return to 1961 Lincoln, Massachusetts where a stay-at-home mother has disappeared. Digging into the investigation and the blood evidence from the crime scene, our hosts try to piece together what really occurred. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-10-30•48mins
#27

Vanished PT 1

In this week’s episode, the first part of a two-parter, Paul and Kate take us to 1961 Lincoln, Massachusetts where an incident in the middle-of-the-day leaves a kitchen covered in blood and a stay-at-home mother missing. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-10-23•50mins
#28

Cry For Help

In this week's episode, Kate and Paul take us to 1917 Springfield, Missouri where a wealthy couple comes home from a night out to find their baby missing. With the help of authorities, the family attempts to have their baby returned safely. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-10-16•1hr 2mins
#29

St. Aubin Street Massacre PT 2

In this episode, the concluding part of a two-parter, Paul and Kate return to 1929 Detroit and continue with the investigation of a slain family. Assessing the patriarch's personal and business life leads to an unexpected aspect that cannot be understated or ignored. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-10-09•51mins
#30

St. Aubin Street Massacre PT 1

In this first part of a two-parter, Kate and Paul head to 1929 Detroit, Michigan where a successful Italian businessman is found murdered alongside his entire family. With a bloody fingerprint and some investigation of the victim's business dealings, the case starts to take shape. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-10-02•51mins
#31

Bodies in the Bog

In this week's episode, Paul and Kate head to an English bog in 1983 where a human head is found shockingly well preserved. The discovery leads to more exploration of the bog and an astonishing find shines light on the unique nature of the environment in this case. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-09-25•57mins
#32

Cold Heart PT 2

In this second part of a two-part episode, Kate and Paul return to early 1900s Buffalo, and an investigation to find the killer of a man whose wife was cheating on him with his best friend. The authorities build a case based on blood work technology, but is it enough to convict? Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-09-18•1hr 1mins
#33

Cold Heart PT 1

In this first part of a two-part episode, Kate and Paul head to 1903 Buffalo, NY where an affluent man is found dead in his home by his staff. After following the web of his complex social and romantic life, we set off on an investigation into who could have possibly killed him. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-09-11•54mins
#34

A Deadly Rendezvous

On today’s episode, Paul and Kate head to 1963 Sydney, Australia where not one but two bodies are found on the shore of a riverbank. After learning about how they’re connected, an impressive investigation spanning decades is launched to find the cause of death. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-09-04•1hr 7mins
#35

Dead in the Water

In this week's episode, Kate and Paul head to 1935 Bangor, Pennsylvania where a body is found in a cistern, submerged in water. Will determining how long the victim was there help or hurt the investigation to find her killer?Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-08-28•56mins
#36

Gone with the Winnebago PT 2

On today’s episode, the conclusion of a two-parter, Paul and Kate head back to 1974 Washington state where an RV has gone off a cliff and the body of a woman is found near the wreckage site. Many theories arise as to what happened at the scene and ultimately who is at fault. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-08-14•55mins
#37

Gone with the Winnebago PT 1

In this week's episode, the first of a two-parter, Kate and Paul head to 1974 Washington state where a wealthy woman falls for a fast-moving businessman. After a quick courtship, their marriage gets complicated when suddenly the woman is nowhere to be found.Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-08-07•49mins
#38

Smoke Screen

On today’s episode, Paul and Kate head to 1836 New York where there's a suspicious fire in a brothel and a hyper-vigilant Madam spots a figure in a long coat. With one fatality that night, can the technology and investigative techniques of the time find the culprit? Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-07-31•53mins
#39

The Demon of the Belfry

In this week's episode Kate and Paul head to 1895 San Francisco where a woman boards a rail car but is never heard from again. After another woman goes missing, investigators hope to find ties between the two cases. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-07-24•1hr 8mins
#40

The Cigar Girl PT 2

On this week's episode, the conclusion of a two-parter, Paul and Kate return to 1841 New York City where they hope to shine some light on an unsolved murder of a 21-year-old woman. Following the analysis of the coroner, the body and the crime scene provide lots of theories on how she met her demise. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-07-17•56mins
#41

Presenting: Wicked Words - Kate Winkler Dawson's True Crime Talk Show

Buried Bones presents this episode of Wicked Words, Kate Winkler Dawson's weekly true crime talk show. Every Monday, Kate interviews journalists, podcasters and authors about their fascinating behind-the-scenes stories from their investigations in the world of true crime, many of which have never been shared before. In this episode, Kate is joined by author Patricia Cornwell and together they discuss the book Portrait of a Killer: Jack the Ripper, Case Closed. This book presents Patricia’s extensive research and opinion on his identity. She believes that Jack the Ripper was a German-British artist named Walter Sickert, a controversial opinion according to some Ripperologists. In this episode, you’ll hear why. Additional Wicked Words episodes are also available now wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-07-15•50mins
#42

The Cigar Girl PT 1

On today’s episode, the first part of a two-parter, Kate and Paul head to 1841 New York City where a young woman has gained attention for her looks. One day she does not return home to her crowded boarding house and the number of suspects is staggering. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-07-10•52mins
#43

Sands of Crime

In this week's episode, Paul and Kate head to 1965 Australia where two young friends go missing on a secluded beach. After the children they were caring for find their way to the authorities, a search begins that leads to a very involved investigation. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-06-26•1hr 7mins
#44

Roadside Secrets

On today's episode, Kate and Paul take us to a town outside of Albany, NY in 1959 where a bus driver has spotted the body of a young woman in a ditch on the side of the road. After she is identified by her boyfriend, a look into their relationship and her whereabouts the night of her murder leads us on an interesting journey.Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-06-19•1hr 3mins
#45

The Purrington Family Massacre

In this week's episode, Paul and Kate head to 1806 Augusta, Maine where neighbors are alerted to an active crime scene but are unable to stop almost an entire family from being murdered. With archaic technology, multiple murder weapons, and some survivor statements, will there be enough to close this case? Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-06-12•1hr 9mins
#46

Hair of the Dog

On today’s episode, Kate and Paul head to 1978 Washington, D.C. where a cab driver is murdered while finishing his shift. With the dual employments of ballistics and hair analysis, multiple suspects are found in this case that has a truly all-time epilogue.Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-06-05•1hr 6mins
#47

Under the Axe PT 2

In this week's second part of a two-parter, Paul and Kate return to rural Iowa where an investigator tries to locate a murder weapon and the family dog becomes a major factor in the case. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-05-22•1hr 3mins
#48

Under the Axe PT 1

In today's episode, the first part of a two-parter, Kate and Paul head to 1900 Iowa where a rural family of 12 experiences a sudden act of violence. Using what rudimentary techniques were available, several suspects emerge.Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-05-15•47mins
#49

The Servant Girl Annihilator PT 2

On today's episode, the conclusion of a two-parter, Paul and Kate return to Austin, Texas as more bodies are found brutally murdered in an eerily similar fashion. After a possible unique print is left at a few crime scenes, the town is on the lookout for a specific offender. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-05-08•49mins
#50

The Servant Girl Annihilator PT 1

In this week's episode, the first of a two-parter, Kate and Paul head to 1884 Austin, Texas. After a string of grisly murders, the entire town is on edge as black domestic workers specifically seem to be the ones being targeted.Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024-05-01•53mins

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