Small Town Dicks
363 episodes - English - Latest episode: 14 days ago - ★★★★★ - 6.5K ratingsWelcome to the home of Small Town Dicks! Now in its twelfth season, Small Town Dicks goes behind the scenes with real detectives as they tell you how they solved their most important cases. Hosts Yeardley Smith, twin detectives Dan and Dave, and forensic expert Paul Holes ask the essential questions and offer their own insights so the stories always hit close to home. All seasons are available for streaming! Also check out companion show The Briefing Room, which takes you behind closed doors as our hosts explore the complex relationship between law enforcement and the communities they serve.
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1. Signs of a Serial Killer Pt. 1
April 05, 2024 07:00 - 40 minutes - 92.7 MBAfter receiving a 911 call from a concerned neighbor, police come upon a violent home invasion in a normally quiet neighborhood. One person is dead and another is struggling for her life. Lieutenant John, a homicide investigator with the DA's office, is called out to the scene to help local authorities. In one of the many twists in this case, a chance meeting with a bystander leads John down the foreboding path of a suspect who is far more cunning and dangerous than he first appears. The de...
Season 14 Launches April 5
March 22, 2024 07:00 - 1 minute - 3.96 MBSee you soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Married to...
March 15, 2024 07:00 - 21 minutes - 48.2 MBWhat's it like to be married to a law enforcement officer? How about being married to a celebrity? Funny thing, two of our Small Town Dick hosts are learning exactly what being "married to" means! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Criminal's Code
March 08, 2024 08:00 - 30 minutes - 69.9 MBThere is a criminal code. Not the one that's made up of statutes, but one that is followed by criminals. In today's special bonus, our usual suspects talk through the rules that criminals crime by, followed by a short discussion about the growing role of Artificial Intelligence in policing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12. Your Worst Nightmare
December 22, 2023 08:00 - 46 minutes - 105 MBThe final episode of the season takes us to a small town in Canada, where a violent suspect named Billy Ray, is on the loose after he attacks his ex-girlfriend, Maria. A manhunt begins but authorities are unable to track him down. When Detective Constable Garry receives a disturbing report that Billy Ray has broken into Maria’s house, authorities continue the search but it turns out they've been looking in all the wrong places, as they race against time to save Maria from Billy Ray’s obsessi...
11. Aftermath
December 15, 2023 08:00 - 44 minutes - 102 MBPolice receive a phone call from a desperate daughter, who says her father is threatening to take his own life. Officers arrive and find the man sitting in his garage with the car running. They risk their own lives to break in and rescue the man. While the man is recovering in the hospital, he starts to mutter “she deserved it”. An alert Detective Bryson is there to hear it and begins to investigate - he quickly finds that the victim is also a suspect. Guest detective: Retired Corporal Brys...
10. A Dirty Deal
December 08, 2023 08:00 - 49 minutes - 114 MBIn quiet, suburban neighborhoods, illegal marijuana grows can be hidden in plain sight - even in states that have legalized the plant. They also are sometimes connected to other nefarious activities, as Detective Nick finds in today's episode. Through dogged work, Nick and his team discover two substantial illegal marijuana operations and in so doing uncover a dark web of abuse that's far more insidious and inhumane. Guest detective: Detective Nick Detective Nick has been a police officer ...
9. Justice for Wilder
December 01, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 141 MBA desperate 911 call leads police to the home of a wealthy man and his live-in girlfriend. What they find is one of the most tragic scenes officers encounter, the death of a child. The adults maintain the death is a terrible accident, but investigators suspect something far worse. Chief Investigator Tye doggedly follows the trail of evidence until he's finally able to get Justice for Wilder. Guest detective: Chief Investigator Tye Chief Inspector Tye is a certified Texas Peace Office and h...
Thanksgiving Leftovers: Mother's Day
November 24, 2023 08:00 - 49 minutes - 112 MBHello, Small Town Fam! Today we share a Small Town Classic, Mother's Day, which is really an episode about the importance of family and the healing that can come when we choose to open up to one another. Normally we would be off this week for the holiday, but we wanted to give our listeners a little something special as you recover from your turkey hangovers, heat up the cold mashed potatoes, wash a sink full of plates and pans, or prepare to make your way home from wherever it is you celebra...
8. No Way!
November 17, 2023 08:00 - 43 minutes - 99 MBOfficer Patrick gets called to investigate a complaint about stolen wages at a local restaurant and as he stumbles upon a decades-old DNA mystery that involves his own family. This is the story of how a small town detective, through a series of wild coincidences and lotto-level good luck, manages to solve the case of his life. Guest detective: Officer Patrick Officer Patrick has over 20 years in law enforcement. Nearly half of the time was spent investigating financial crimes. As of this r...
7. Charlie Bear
November 10, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 181 MBIn Detective Matt's small town there is a spot called Fisherman's Cut. It's not easy to find - off the main highway, down a dirt road you'd probably never notice if you hadn't been there before, around a bend you can't see until it's too late. It's where, as Matt is getting ready to leave work for the holidays, someone reports finding a woman's dead body. Through a combination of keen observation and some good luck, Matt and his team find a suspect. The suspect is brought in for an interview...
6. CrimeCon Live!
November 03, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 145 MBThe usual suspects traveled to Orlando for CrimeCon ‘23 and took the stage for a special live episode - and we got you a front row ticket to the show! Our co-host and CrimeCon veteran, the one and only Paul Holes, leads the team in their live-show debut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5. The Bodysnatchers
October 27, 2023 07:00 - 52 minutes - 120 MBYour favorite Scottish detective, retired chief constable Tom, brings us a gruesome case from the 1820s of how two depraved criminals went on a year-long killing spree while the rich and powerful of Edinburgh, Scotland all but turned a blind eye. Ultimately, the crimes of these two men brought about police reforms and social change but not before there were bodies everywhere. Guest detective: Ret. Deputy Chief Constable Tom Ret. Deputy Chief Constable Tom was one of Scotland’s most senior ...
Special Episode: Girl For Rent
October 20, 2023 07:00 - 54 minutes - 125 MBIn today’s episode, our team looks back on the case that led off our second season. It's called “Girl for Rent” and it illustrates a critical part of policing: if the hair on the back of your neck is bristling, trust your instincts and investigate. Original episode description: Sgt. David and his officer-in-training are working the graveyard shift on a cold winter night when they scout out an abandoned lot in their small town that’s a well-known spot for illegal activity. As they approach,...
4. Without Warning
October 13, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 88.9 MBPolice officers are asked to check on a bickering mother and son who live together in a private home in their small town. As officers attempt to calm the situation, things quickly and unexpectedly spin out of control. It‘s a reminder of the unfortunate reality that danger can find you anywhere. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3. Unfinished Business
October 06, 2023 07:00 - 43 minutes - 101 MBPaul Holes has spent years trying to track down the killer responsible for the brutal deaths of four women. Today, he talks about his obsession with a suspect he was convinced was responsible - and the important lessons of both listening to your instincts and always following the evidence no matter where it leads, even when it leaves you frustrated. Guest detective: Paul Holes Paul Holes is a bestselling author, podcaster, television host and retired cold-case investigator with the sheriff...
2. You Know What You Did
September 29, 2023 07:00 - 56 minutes - 130 MBPolice in a small town respond to the report of a severely injured child. She's rushed to the hospital and police begin to investigate what happened. Not long into the inquiry, the story from the caretakers is not adding up. Detective Chris begins the delicate task of uncovering the truth from adults who have no inclination to tell the truth. Guest: Detective Chris Detective Chris has been in law enforcement for over 28 years. He has been at his current department for 25 years where he's b...
At Last
September 22, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 177 MBOn August 4, 1986, a young girl took a bike ride through Point Defiance Park near Tacoma, Washington. She never returned home. Investigators conducted a desperate search but came up empty handed. The case went dormant for decades and eventually ended up on the desk of cold-case detective Lindsey Wade. Through the application of emerging DNA testing and hard work, Wade and her fellow detectives were finally able to piece together what happened that day and bring closure to the family. Guest ...
1. At Last
September 22, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 177 MBOn August 4, 1986, a young girl took a bike ride through Point Defiance Park near Tacoma, Washington. She never returned home. Investigators conducted a desperate search but came up empty handed. The case went dormant for decades and eventually ended up on the desk of cold-case detective Lindsey Wade. Through the application of emerging DNA testing and hard work, Wade and her fellow detectives were finally able to piece together what happened that day and bring closure to the family. Guest ...
Season 13 is coming September 22
September 15, 2023 07:00 - 47 seconds - 1.8 MBHere comes lucky Season 13 of Small Town Dicks. Episode 1 will drop Friday, Sept. 22! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Briefing Room Out Now!
September 03, 2023 18:47 - 31 seconds - 1.19 MBThe Briefing Room with Detectives Dan and Dave is out now! You can find it anywhere you subscribe to podcasts. Episodes drop every Wednesday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Briefing Room Season 2 is Coming to Aug. 30!
August 23, 2023 19:00 - 1 minute - 3.4 MBSmall Town Dicks presents The Briefing Room, Season 2. The new season launches Wednesday, August 30. The show now has its own feed - so please subscribe on Apple, Spotify, TuneIn, Google, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Or head over to our website, thebriefingroompod.com. This show examines the real lives of law enforcement and the challenges they face keeping communities safe. An unvarnished look at what's working and what needs changing. If you want to delve into the minds of true cri...
12. The Weight Pt. 2
July 07, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 146 MBIn October 1981 in the small town of Carmel, California, a young mother named Sonia Stone is raped and murdered in her home. The prime suspect is her neighbor, Michael Glazebrook. He is tried for the crimes but the trial ends in a hung jury. In episode two of The Weight, pressed by Sonia’s family and their own sense of duty, the detective who investigated Sonia’s murder and the prosecutor who tried Glazebrook continue to look for any new evidence or lucky break that would trigger new charges...
11. The Weight Pt. 1
June 30, 2023 07:00 - 47 minutes - 109 MBToday's case spans more than 40 years. In the first of two parts, we take you back to 1981 and the senseless rape and murder of Sonia Stone, a young mother living with her daughter in the tony town of Carmel by the Sea on the California coast. A close friend has found Sonia's body and has called the police. The responding detectives quickly focus their attention on a shifty neighbor whose constantly changing story feeds their suspicions. But this was a time before DNA testing, and the eviden...
10. Sorry, Charlie
June 23, 2023 07:00 - 47 minutes - 108 MBWhen forensic specialist Paul Holes arrives at the scene of a violent attack, he immediately collects and compares all the evidence to build a case against the attacker. What he finds both shocks and surprises him - and teaches him a lesson that he still teaches budding investigators today. Guest: Forensic Specialist Paul Holes Paul Holes is a bestselling author, podcaster, television host and retired cold-case investigator with the sheriff’s and district attorney’s offices in California’s...
9. OMG!
June 16, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 178 MBA predator hides behind her gender and her husband's profession to keep targeting victims. A frustrated detective exhausts every lead until he has what he needs to put her away. Today's story is one of persistence and believing the victims. It's a case that will have you exclaiming, "OMG!" at every twist and turn. The guest: Sgt. Robert Sgt. Robert has been in law enforcement for over 20 years. Prior to becoming a detective, he spent nine years on patrol, where he served as a Field Trainin...
8. No Such Thing as Closure Pt. 2
June 09, 2023 07:00 - 44 minutes - 103 MBDetective Brad continues the painstaking work of building a case against a murderer. But even when he thinks the job is done, there is still more to do: He wants to get closure for the victim's family. Is that even possible? This is part Two of Two. The guest: Detective Brad Detective Brad has worked in law enforcement for over 24 years, serving in a wide range of capacities. In the first half of his career, he worked as a patrol officer, a member of the Gang Enforcement Team, a narcotics ...
7. No Such Thing as Closure Pt. 1
June 02, 2023 07:00 - 56 minutes - 130 MBA tip comes in about the possible murder of a young woman. If true, police have a pretty good idea who did it. But solving a case in the right way is far trickier than acting on a hunch. And so begins Detective Brad's long journey to try to find answers for a victim's family. This is Part One of Two. The guest: Detective Brad Detective Brad has worked in law enforcement for over 24 years, serving in a wide range of capacities. In the first half of his career, he worked as a patrol officer,...
6. "Please, Stop Me!"
May 26, 2023 07:00 - 53 minutes - 121 MBA serial killer is loose in the early 1980s. His attacks are increasingly brutal and his choice of victim is seemingly random. Then, after he commits his crimes he does something confounding: He calls the police and, while seeming to cry, asks them to stop him. But despite his apparent guilt, he continues to kill, while the police desperately try to track him down. Guest: Prosecutor Tom A native of Minnesota, Tom Foley spent twenty-one years in law enforcement, including four terms as Rams...
5. Slow Burn
May 19, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 144 MBIn a small town, one act of arson can be devastating. Detective Chris gets the call early one morning to investigate the cause of a fire at a family-owned arcade. The case quickly evolves into a burglary investigation and then a manhunt when the men thought responsible hit another business. Their destructive path finally leads to a deadly showdown. Guest: Detective Chris Detective Chris has been in law enforcement for 28 years. He has been at his current department for 25 years where he's ...
4. Crawlspace
May 12, 2023 07:00 - 39 minutes - 90.3 MBIn another stunning case from fan-favorite Sgt. Robert, a mother and child are rushed to the hospital in what appears to be the case of a childbirth gone wrong. But almost immediately, emergency staff begin to question whether the woman was ever pregnant at all. Police are called to investigate and uncover a shocking truth. Guest: Sgt. Robert Sgt. Robert has been in law enforcement for over 20 years. Prior to becoming a detective, he spent nine years on patrol, where he served as a Field T...
3. Follow the Leader
May 05, 2023 07:00 - 43 minutes - 99.9 MBForensic specialist Paul Holes recalls the case of a mass-murdering stockbroker bent on stealing his clients' money to start a new cult. The plan goes horribly wrong, as does the initial forensic investigation. Guest: Paul Holes Paul Holes is a bestselling author, podcaster, television host and retired cold-case investigator with the sheriff’s and district attorney’s offices in California’s Contra Costa County. During his 27 years as an investigator, Holes used his behavioral and forensic...
2. The Last Straw
April 28, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 140 MBThere are people in the world who, no matter how many chances they get, behave with cruelty and indifference. In this episode, Detective Dave recounts his frustrations in dealing with just such a man named Jeremy, who seemed unable, or unwilling, to control his habit of abusing people he deemed weaker than himself, despite multiple "second chances.” Guest: Detective Dave Detective Dave recently retired from law enforcement in January 2022. He began his career in 2007 and served as a patro...
1. House on the Hill
April 21, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 88.8 MBDetective Dan talks about a case that has haunted him for years. A young woman is attacked while in the home of a well-to-do couple. She breaks free and scrambles to a neighbor's house to call for help. Dan is the first officer on scene and his investigation turns up disturbing clues that lead him to believe the victim narrowly escaped a couple with deadly intentions. Guest: Detective Dan Detective Dan was formerly a K9 handler and Violent Crimes detective at the same Small Town police dep...
Season 12 is coming April 21!
April 14, 2023 18:00 - 2 minutes - 6.43 MBSmall Town Dicks, Season 12 launches on April 21. Be sure you're subscribed! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Briefing Room Ep. 10: Lasting Impact
March 31, 2023 07:00 - 40 minutes - 92.9 MBIn today's briefing, Detectives Dave and Dan, and forensic investigator Paul Holes, share personal stories of traumatic events they experienced on the job that left them struggling with post-traumatic stress. Joined by guest host Yeardley Smith, they discuss why there needs to be a renewed focus on mental health treatment for all first responders, and the urgent need to redefine when and how police officers are able to seek help when they inevitably experience tragic events that leave a last...
The Briefing Room Ep. 9: Online Safety
March 24, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 159 MBIn today's briefing, Detective Dave digs into his years of experience to talk about online safety for kids, and how parents can better understand the brave new world of apps and platforms where some children are at risk of abuse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Briefing Room Ep. 8: In This Case
March 17, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 89.2 MBWho sets the rules for police use of force? In many ways, the limits are set by case law. In today's briefing, we bring back a discussion about two U.S. Supreme Court cases that define what police can and cannot do when they need to bring force to bear. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Briefing Room: In This Case
March 17, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 89.2 MBWho sets the rules for police use of force? In many ways, the limits are set by case law. In today's briefing, we bring back a discussion about two U.S. Supreme Court cases that define what police can and cannot do when they need to bring force to bear. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Introducing Against the Odds: Alaska Bear Attack
March 14, 2023 06:01 - 5 minutes - 13.7 MBAgainst the Odds is a podcast from Wondery about regular, everyday people who found themselves fighting for their lives against unthinkable odds. old from the point of view of the survivors, you’ll feel first-hand what it was like for them to fight to stay alive. Like the Alaska Bear Attack, a backcountry ski trip with three friends that turned into a living nightmare when they unknowingly skied over a den and awoke a mother bear and her cub from hibernation. Bleeding and hypothermia were imm...
The Briefing Room Ep. 7: Forensics 2.0
March 10, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 168 MBIn today's briefing, forensic specialist Paul Holes and former Sacramento County DA Anne Marie Schubert talk about new forensic techniques to solve cold cases - including the use of familial DNA to track down the Golden State Killer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Briefing Room: Forensics 2.0
March 10, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 168 MBIn today's briefing, forensic specialist Paul Holes and former Sacramento County DA Anne Marie Schubert talk about new forensic techniques to solve cold cases - including the use of familial DNA to track down the Golden State Killer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Briefing Room: The Dance
March 03, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 140 MBIn today's briefing: You've got a suspect in the interview room. Do you want to break them down? Or build them up? Do you want a confession? Or to catch them in a lie? Detectives Dave and Dan walk you through their interview techniques and discuss the pitfalls of not being prepared. And they respond to your feedback from Classroom Safety Check. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Briefing Room Ep. 6: The Dance
March 03, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 140 MBIn today's briefing: You've got a suspect in the interview room. Do you want to break them down? Or build them up? Do you want a confession? Or to catch them in a lie? Detectives Dave and Dan walk you through their interview techniques and discuss the pitfalls of not being prepared. And they respond to your feedback from Classroom Safety Check. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Briefing Room Ep. 5: People of Conscience
February 24, 2023 08:00 - 42 minutes - 98.1 MBIn today's briefing, Defense Attorney Lissa returns for another civilized, yet provocative, discussion about the inner workings of the justice system. How does a defense attorney prepare the jury? What does she tell her client when the prosecutor offers a deal? And why does it take 'people of conscience' to make the wheels of justice turn? Detective Dave, Detective Dan, and Yeardley Smith invite you into The Briefing Room for another insightful conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...
The Briefing Room: People of Conscience
February 24, 2023 08:00 - 42 minutes - 98.1 MBIn today's briefing, Defense Attorney Lissa returns for another civilized, yet provocative, discussion about the inner workings of the justice system. How does a defense attorney prepare the jury? What does she tell her client when the prosecutor offers a deal? And why does it take 'people of conscience' to make the wheels of justice turn? Detective Dave, Detective Dan, and Yeardley Smith invite you into The Briefing Room for another insightful conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...
The Briefing Room: All Due Respect
February 17, 2023 08:00 - 53 minutes - 123 MBCops and defense attorneys sit on opposite sides in the courtroom. So, what happens when you put them at the same table? In today's briefing, we find out. Detective Dave welcomes Public Defender Lissa to talk about why she left the prosecutor's office to become a defender of the accused, how she does her job, and what she feels is the common ground in the fight for justice - hint, it's spelled r-e-s-p-e-c-t. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Briefing Room Ep. 4: All Due Respect
February 17, 2023 08:00 - 53 minutes - 123 MBCops and defense attorneys sit on opposite sides in the courtroom. So, what happens when you put them at the same table? In today's briefing, we find out. Detective Dave welcomes Public Defender Lissa to talk about why she left the prosecutor's office to become a defender of the accused, how she does her job, and what she feels is the common ground in the fight for justice - hint, it's spelled r-e-s-p-e-c-t. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Briefing Room Ep. 3: Reasonable Suspicion
February 10, 2023 08:00 - 45 minutes - 103 MBToday's briefing is about Terry v. Ohio, the 1968 U.S. Supreme Court case that set the standards for when a police officer has reasonable suspicion to stop and frisk someone. Our detectives talk about the arrests that led to the court case, what it decided is and is not permissible, and the differences between detaining and arresting someone. Detectives Dan and Dave offer real world examples of how this works, too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Briefing Room: Reasonable Suspicion
February 10, 2023 08:00 - 45 minutes - 103 MBToday's briefing is about Terry v. Ohio, the 1968 U.S. Supreme Court case that set the standards for when a police officer has reasonable suspicion to stop and frisk someone. Our detectives talk about the arrests that led to the court case, what it decided is and is not permissible, and the differences between detaining and arresting someone. Detectives Dan and Dave offer real world examples of how this works, too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.