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The Gangster Who Died Twice

The Gangster Who Died Twice

It didn’t matter if you were already stone cold. Carmine Galante was coming for you.

By Frank Dimatteo and Michael Benson | March 31, 2023

The Evolution and Art of the Big Con

The Evolution and Art of the Big Con

On The Inspiration for The Sting, or, When Denver’s Fearless DA Pulled the Veil off a Massive Complex Criminal Enterprise That Took Marks for Millions.

By Alan Prendergast | March 29, 2023

Alex Mar and Sarah Weinman Discuss True Crime and Criminal Justice Storytelling

Alex Mar and Sarah Weinman Discuss True Crime and Criminal Justice Storytelling

A wide-ranging conversation about writing responsible and captivating nonfiction crime.

By Alex Mar | March 28, 2023

Murder in the Air? The Mysterious Death of Stunt Pilot B.H. DeLay

Murder in the Air? The Mysterious Death of Stunt Pilot B.H. DeLay

Was it an accident...or the first case of "aerial murder"?

By Dean Jobb | March 27, 2023

How a Team of Ambitious Crooks in 1960s Montreal Planned the Biggest Bank Heist Anyone Had Ever Seen

How a Team of Ambitious Crooks in 1960s Montreal Planned the Biggest Bank Heist Anyone Had Ever Seen

In 1961, Montreal was the bank robbery capital of North America. A team of criminals wanted to plan the perfect caper.

By Andrew Amelinckx | March 22, 2023

The Mysterious Death of a D.C. Power Broker

The Mysterious Death of a D.C. Power Broker

During the Harding Administration, Jess Smith had the ear of every politician in town, especially the crooked ones.

By Nathan Masters | March 21, 2023

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Uncovering the Grave Sins of a Catholic Orphanage in Vermont

By Christine Kenneally | March 21, 2023

Portrait of a 1920's Midwife, Who Was Also the Leader of a Murder Ring

By Patti McCracken | March 20, 2023

How Not to Dig Your Own Grave

By Claire O'Brien | March 14, 2023

The Backlist: Revisiting Tim O'Brien's 'In the Lake of the Woods' with Angie Kim

The Backlist: Revisiting Tim O'Brien's 'In the Lake of the Woods' with Angie Kim

Polly Stewart is in discussion with today's top crime writers, returning to some of their favorite books.

By Polly Stewart | March 9, 2023

The Invention of the Polygraph, and Law Enforcement's Long Search for a 'Lie Detector'

The Invention of the Polygraph, and Law Enforcement's Long Search for a 'Lie Detector'

In the basement offices of the Berkeley police, the experiments began...

By Amit Katwala | March 8, 2023

Two Thriller Writers and Former Spies On Writing and Living Espionage

Two Thriller Writers and Former Spies On Writing and Living Espionage

Alma Katsu and Kathleen Kent talk historical fiction, spy novels, and their careers in national security and intelligence.

By Alma Katsu and Kathleen Kent | February 28, 2023

Melissa de la Cruz on Writing a Book About Missing White Woman Syndrome

Melissa de la Cruz on Writing a Book About Missing White Woman Syndrome

"[I]t’s my hope that one day as a society we come to a place where attention is paid to every victim, not just the ones who leave picture-perfect images online."

By Melissa de la Cruz | February 27, 2023

The Boogeyman Buildings

The Boogeyman Buildings

Michael Gonzales on New York City in the dark days and the haunting legacy of two uptown buildings.

By Michael Gonzales | February 23, 2023

The Unsettling History of Serial Killers in Colorado

The Unsettling History of Serial Killers in Colorado

The rugged, mountainous state has a dark legacy.

By Leanne Kale Sparks | February 22, 2023

8 Podcasts You Need to Listen to this Late Winter/Early Spring

8 Podcasts You Need to Listen to this Late Winter/Early Spring

Con artists, storm chasers, fugitives, and more.

By Lizzy Steiner | February 16, 2023

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