Jim Harold's Crime Scene

Physician, crime novelist and TV industry consultant D.P. Lyle talks to us about what is real and what is fiction in crime forensics as portrayed in books, movies and TV. He has written Forensics For Dummies and many other books. Find his books at Amazon.com: DP Lyle Books You can also find his website at DPLyleMD.com Thanks Dr. Lyle!

You might not think it but the Civil War was a fertile time for true crime. We talk to author Tobin Buhk about the various crimes of the time including counterfeiting, terrorism, and murder. You can find his book on the subject at Amazon.com: True Crime in the Civil War: Cases of Murder, Treason, Counterfeiting, Massacre, Plunder & Abuse True Crime in the Civil War: Cases of Murder, Treason, Counterfeiting, Massacre, Plunder & Abuse – KINDLE You can check out Tobin’s website at TobinBuhk.com Thanks Tobin!

They might sound harmless but this group created a drug network that reached across a huge part of the United States. Author and journalist Jim Higdon joins us to talk about the down home syndicate and how they came to power. You can find his book on the subject at Amazon.com: The Cornbread Mafia: A Homegrown Syndicate’s Code of Silence and the Biggest Marijuana Bust in American History The Cornbread Mafia: A Homegrown Syndicate’s Code of Silence and the Biggest Marijuana Bust in American History Thanks Jim!

A young local TV anchor disappears without a trace and goes missing for 17 years without a trace. It is the sad story of Jodi Huisentruit who has not been found to this day. Author Beth Bednar joins us to discuss the case and her book on the subject. You can find her book on the subject at Amazon.com: Dead Air – The Disappearance of Jodi Huisentruit Dead Air – The Disappearance of Jodi Huisentruit – KINDLE You can find Beth’s website at BethBednar.com Thanks Beth!

Love, money, adultery and murder. All are all a part of The Millionaire’s Wife, a true crime book written by Cathy Scott. We talk to the author about her book and true crime. You can find the book at Amazon.com: The Millionaire’s Wife: The True Story of a Real Estate Tycoon, his Beautiful Young Mistress, and a Marriage that Ended in Murder The Millionaire’s Wife: The True Story of a Real Estate Tycoon, his Beautiful Young Mistress, and a Marriage that Ended in Murder – KINDLE Thanks Cathy!

Dr. Elliott Gorn joins us to talk about one of America’s most famous criminals – John Dillinger. We discuss how Dillinger turned to crime and the details of his crime spree that is the stuff of legend. Dillinger’s Wild Ride: The Year That Made America’s Public Enemy Number One Dillinger’s Wild Ride : The Year That Made America’s Public Enemy Number One – KINDLE Thanks Dr. Gorn!

A pro golfer makes a terrible mistake in judgement and ends up in prison where he did three years of hard time. Tonight, John Hoskison tells us what it was like and how he has dedicated his life to making sure others make better choices. You can find his book on the subject at Amazon.com: INSIDE (One Man’s Experience of Prison) A True Story You can find John’s site at johnhoskisongolf.com Thanks John.

Money buys happiness, right? Not so much, but we do learn how love of money can be the root of all evil on this Crime Scene episode. We examine a socialite who allegedly killed her husband over filthy lucre, it is a discussion of the Gary Triano murder case with author Kerrie Droban about this “socialite scorned”. She has a book by that title, and you can find it at Amazon.com: A Socialite Scorned: The Murder of a Tucson High-Roller A Socialite Scorned: The Murder of a Tucson High-Roller – KINDLE Also, you can visit Kerrie’s site at kerriedroban.com Thanks Kerrie!

It sounds like a movie but it is real life, an older woman develops an unrequited crush on a Pastor…and it results in murder. We talk to authors Colin McEvoy and Lynn Olanoff about their new book on this true crime tale from Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Check out the book at Amazon.com: Love Me or Else: The True Story of a Devoted Pastor, a Fatal Jealousy, and the Murder that Rocked a Small Town Love Me or Else: The True Story of a Devoted Pastor, a Fatal Jealousy, and the Murder that Rocked a Small Town – KINDLE Thanks Colin & Lynn!

Imagine learning in mid-life that you are a direct descendant of one of history’s most notorious killers. Our guest, Jeff Mudgett, doesn’t have to imagine. He is the great-great grandson of H.H. Holmes. We discuss his journey in coming to terms with this revelation…and the tie that his relative may have had with the Jack The Ripper killings. You can find his book at BloodstainsTheBook.com Thanks Jeff!

In 1980, Stephen Michaud interviewed Ted Bundy for over 100 hours. In this Crime Scene, we talk about that strange experience and his new book on one of America’s most notorious serial killers. You can find Stephen’s recent book at Amazon.com: Terrible Secrets: Ted Bundy on Serial Murder You can also learn more by visiting Stephen’s website at StephenMichaud.com Thanks Stephen!

True Crime author extraordinaire Diane Fanning joins us to talk about her latest book about a well respected nurse, who turned to murder…more than once… You can find the book at Amazon.com: Her Deadly Web: The True Story of a Former Nurse and the Strange and Suspicious Deaths of Her Two Husbands Her Deadly Web: The True Story of a Former Nurse and the Strange and Suspicious Deaths of Her Two Husbands – KINDLE Thanks Diane!

Imagine discovering a Scotland Yard detective in your family tree, and embarking on a journey to discover his history, that’s what happened to Chris Payne. He tells about the real Scotland Yard and how the reality differs from popular entertainment like Sherlock Holmes. You can find Chris’ book on Amazon.com: The Chieftain You can also find his website at chrispaynebooks.com Thanks Chris!

Imagine being confronted with a home invasion by a mad man standing over your child with a long knife, what would you do? Author Paul Lonardo shares one family’s tale of courage and survival. You can find Paul’s book at Amazon.com: Caught In The Act Caught In The Act – KINDLE Check out Paul’s site at PaulLonardo.com Thanks Paul!

Veteran reporter Robyn Walensky joins us to discuss the Casey Anthony case. Sitting at courtroom seat #1 throughout the trial, shares her observations on this case and why she thinks why Casey Anthony was acquitted. You can find her book on the subject at Amazon.com: Beautiful Life? You can find Robyn’s site at rwalensky.wordpress.com/ Also, you can click here to learn more about the Children’s Safety Village of Central Florida Thanks Robyn!

Former Chief FBI Hostage Negotiator Gary Noesner joins us to explain what it is like to “talk down” those who are desperate enough to take captives to meet their ends. One of our favorite episodes of the program so far! Stalling for Time: My Life as an FBI Hostage Negotiator Stalling for Time: My Life as an FBI Hostage Negotiator – KINDLE You can also check out his website at GaryNoesner.com Thanks Gary!

The story of a football hero embroiled in a murder may sound like it was ripped from today’s headlines – but this story is about a star of 1950s NCAA football and his lifetime of dealing with a split second decision that would haunt him for a lifetime. A Matter of Conscience: Redemption of a Hometown Hero, Bobby Hoppe A Matter of Conscience, Redemption of a Hometown Hero, Bobby Hoppe – KINDLE You can check out the publisher’s website at wakestonepress.com  Thanks Dr. Hoppe!

Dr. James D. Livingston continues our discussion of one of the most heinous crimes – poisoning. We explore the story of Mrs. Bliss and a deadly bowl of clam chowder! You can find his book on the subject at Amazon.com: Arsenic and Clam Chowder: Murder in Gilded Age New York (Excelsior Editions) Arsenic and Clam Chowder: Murder in Gilded Age New York – KINDLE You can find more information on Dr. Livingston and his books at JamesDLivingston.net Thanks Dr. Livingston!

Terry Caffey lived through the ordeal of most of his family being killed by a disgruntled boyfriend and nearly dying himself from being shot 11 times. He talks about how he survived and, amazingly, learned to forgive. You can also find his book on the subject at Amazon.com: Terror by Night: The True Story of the Brutal Texas Murder That Destroyed a Family, Restored One Man’s Faith, and Shocked a Nation Terror by Night – KINDLE You can visit Terry’s website at TerryCaffey.com Thanks Terry!

Pulitzer Prize Winner Deborah Blum examines one of the most heinous crimes of all, poisoning, and shines the spotlight on two men who made sure that future poisoners would get caught! My favorite Crime Scene show we’ve done to date! You can check out her books at Amazon.com: The Poisoner’s Handbook: Murder and the Birth of Forensic Medicine in Jazz Age New York The Poisoner’s Handbook: Murder and the Birth of Forensic Medicine in Jazz Age New York – KINDLE Also, be sure to check out her website at DeborahBlum.com Thanks Deborah!