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True Crime Bullsh**: The Israel Keyes Investigation

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True Crime Bullsh** is a serialized, investigative podcast that aims to identify the missing victims of serial killer Israel Keyes. Host Josh Hallmark has spent close to a decade combing through FBI files, analyzing interrogation videos, and working with experts in the field in this comprehensive and ground-breaking podcast. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-bullsh-the-israel-keyes-investigation--3588169/support.

  1. 12H AGO

    0713 | Houston

    The team returns to Texas to look at a case, which Jordan has been following for four years, that involves a suspicious death, an arson, and an abandoned house. And this case may just shed light on some of Keyes's odder travels and some new and unsettling information on the Azle bank robbery. This episode was written, researched, and produced by Jordan Taylor.  With editing and writing by Josh Hallmark.  Additional research assistance by: Michelle Tooker.   TROVA TRIP TO COSTA RICA: https://trovatrip.com/trip/central-america/costa-rica/costa-rica-with-josh-hallmark-nov-2026 PATREON This is a Studio BOTH/AND production:  www.truecrimebullshit.com / bothand.fyi   For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand   SPONSORS: • Factor: Get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year, by using code TCBS50OFF at factor.com/tcbs50off • Quince: Get free shipping at www.Quince.com/TCBS • Uncommon Goods: Get 15% off at www.UncommonGoods.com/TCB • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at www.BetterHelp.com/TCB SOURCES • Houston Police Department Casefile, Case #030249612 • FBI interview with Israel Keyes: 07/12/12 • Harris County Office of Forensic Sciences Report 12-0671 • Houston Fire Department Report 12-0680736 • HOUSTON, TX Weather History | Weather underground. (n.d.). https://www.wunderground.com/history/daily/KHOU/date/2012-3-9 • Pinkerton, J. (2014, April 5). HPD sergeant fired, 7 other disciplined in murder case probe. Chon. Retrieved May 26, 2025, from https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/houston/article/HPD-sergeant-fired-7-others-disciplined-in-5377253.php • Pearson, L. (n.d.). Who came up with HPD’s “SL” code that suspended 264K cases? Panel identifies former assistant chief. https://abc13.com/amp/post/houston-police-suspended-cases-what-is-sl-code-lack-of-personnel-donald-mckinney/14822151/ • FBI interview with Israel Keyes: 07/10/2012 • James E. Lankford. (2011). Peak DB SPL of various Firearms (5 Miyara, F. (n.d.). A NOTE ON FIRECRACKER’S NOISE. https://www.fceia.unr.edu.ar/acustica/biblio/firecr1.htm • In J Am Acad Audiology (Vol. 22, pp. 93–103). https://www.caohc.org/UserFiles/fileShot%20of%20Prevention%20extra%20handout.pdf • Miyara, F. (n.d.). A NOTE ON FIRECRACKER’S NOISE. https://www.fceia.unr.edu.ar/acustica/biblio/firecr1.htm • Azele Police Dept Case # 2012-961 Patreon producers: Amy Basil, Kendall C., Asch Fish, Heather Horton-Whedon, Sherri D, Kirsten Hoffman, Dale Akstin, Stephanie Taylor, Drew Vipond, Amelia Hancock, Christina Sisson, Nicole & Dennis Henry, Jillian Natale, Lana Halladay, Rural Juror, Tuesdi Woodworth, Kathleen S, Annette L, Casey Jensen-Richardson, SC, Benjamin Cioppa-Fong, Trista, Nichole, Pink, JenJ, Robin, Carol, H Beth Jones, Michelle, Jordan M, Kate Lussier, John Comrie, Kathy Nation, Carrie, Jordan T, Bethany, David Begley, Ally, Lauren Ferri, Chris S, Tori Myers, Sabrina Abbott, Meaghan Daigle, Ashley Kuplin, Michael Randall, DeWayne C, Jen Trocola, Trixie, Melissa Tracchia. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-bullsh-the-israel-keyes-investigation--3588169/support.

    46 min

  2. 1D AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    0713 | Houston (Ad-free)

    The team returns to Texas to look at a case, which Jordan has been following for four years, that involves a suspicious death, an arson, and an abandoned house. And this case may just shed light on some of Keyes's odder travels and some new and unsettling information on the Azle bank robbery. This episode was written, researched, and produced by Jordan Taylor.  With editing and writing by Josh Hallmark.  Additional research assistance by: Michelle Tooker.   TROVA TRIP TO COSTA RICA: https://trovatrip.com/trip/central-america/costa-rica/costa-rica-with-josh-hallmark-nov-2026 PATREON This is a Studio BOTH/AND production:  www.truecrimebullshit.com / bothand.fyi   For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand   SPONSORS: • Factor: Get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year, by using code TCBS50OFF at factor.com/tcbs50off • Quince: Get free shipping at www.Quince.com/TCBS • Uncommon Goods: Get 15% off at www.UncommonGoods.com/TCB • BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at www.BetterHelp.com/TCB SOURCES • Houston Police Department Casefile, Case #030249612 • FBI interview with Israel Keyes: 07/12/12 • Harris County Office of Forensic Sciences Report 12-0671 • Houston Fire Department Report 12-0680736 • HOUSTON, TX Weather History | Weather underground. (n.d.). https://www.wunderground.com/history/daily/KHOU/date/2012-3-9 • Pinkerton, J. (2014, April 5). HPD sergeant fired, 7 other disciplined in murder case probe. Chon. Retrieved May 26, 2025, from https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/houston/article/HPD-sergeant-fired-7-others-disciplined-in-5377253.php • Pearson, L. (n.d.). Who came up with HPD’s “SL” code that suspended 264K cases? Panel identifies former assistant chief. https://abc13.com/amp/post/houston-police-suspended-cases-what-is-sl-code-lack-of-personnel-donald-mckinney/14822151/ • FBI interview with Israel Keyes: 07/10/2012 • James E. Lankford. (2011). Peak DB SPL of various Firearms (5 Miyara, F. (n.d.). A NOTE ON FIRECRACKER’S NOISE. https://www.fceia.unr.edu.ar/acustica/biblio/firecr1.htm • In J Am Acad Audiology (Vol. 22, pp. 93–103). https://www.caohc.org/UserFiles/fileShot%20of%20Prevention%20extra%20handout.pdf • Miyara, F. (n.d.). A NOTE ON FIRECRACKER’S NOISE. https://www.fceia.unr.edu.ar/acustica/biblio/firecr1.htm • Azele Police Dept Case # 2012-961 Patreon producers: Amy Basil, Kendall C., Asch Fish, Heather Horton-Whedon, Sherri D, Kirsten Hoffman, Dale Akstin, Stephanie Taylor, Drew Vipond, Amelia Hancock, Christina Sisson, Nicole & Dennis Henry, Jillian Natale, Lana Halladay, Rural Juror, Tuesdi Woodworth, Kathleen S, Annette L, Casey Jensen-Richardson, SC, Benjamin Cioppa-Fong, Trista, Nichole, Pink, JenJ, Robin, Carol, H Beth Jones, Michelle, Jordan M, Kate Lussier, John Comrie, Kathy Nation, Carrie, Jordan T, Bethany, David Begley, Ally, Lauren Ferri, Chris S, Tori Myers, Sabrina Abbott, Meaghan Daigle, Ashley Kuplin, Michael Randall, DeWayne C, Jen Trocola, Trixie, Melissa Tracchia.

    42 min

  3. FEB 2

    0712 | Couples, Part 2

    A case the team has been looking into for over four years, makes its podcast debut; where a crime in an Israel Keyes hotspot eerily matches a chapter from one of his favorite books. This episode was written, researched, and produced by Michelle Tooker.  Additional research, editing, and writing by Josh Hallmark.  Research assistance by: Shana Wilensky and Jordan Taylor.   PATREON This is a Studio BOTH/AND production:   www.truecrimebullshit.com / bothand.fyi   For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand   SPONSORS: Factor: Get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year, by using code TCBS50OFF at factor.com/tcbs50off BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at www.BetterHelp.com/TCB Quince: Get free shipping at www.Quince.com/TCBS Uncommon Goods: Get 15% off at www.UncommonGoods.com/TCB Cornbread Hemp: Get 30% off your first order by using promo code TCBS at www.cornbreadhemp.com/TCBS SOURCES https://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/unsolved-jeffrey-mitchell-murder-sacramento-17382062.php https://www.facebook.com/share/1GyTUQpCYZ/ https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2006/10/29/link-between-van-deputy-explored/?clearUserState=true https://www.abc10.com/article/news/crime/unsolved-california-wife-of-murdered-deputy-shares-her-hope-for-justice-and-how-she-keeps-jeffrey-mitchells-legacy-alive/103-9e1af8e8-984b-4c1a-b69f-ec7cc64b9e85 https://ohp.parks.ca.gov/listedresources/detail/575 https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/238696800/jeffrey\_vaughn-mitchell https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.sacbee.com/news/local/crime/article2581679.html https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/sacbee/name/allan-shubert-obituary?id=13658767 https://unresolved.me/deputy-jeffrey-mitchell https://www.cbsnews.com/sacramento/news/sacramento-county-woman-vanished-2010-homicide-suspect-arrested/ https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/sacbee/name/allan-shubert-obituary?id=13658767 Patreon producers: Amy Basil, Kendall C., Asch Fish, Heather Horton-Whedon, Sherri D, Kirsten Hoffman, Dale Akstin, Stephanie Taylor, Drew Vipond, Amelia Hancock, Christina Sisson, Nicole & Dennis Henry, Jillian Natale, Lana Halladay, Rural Juror, Tuesdi Woodworth, Kathleen S, Annette L, Casey Jensen-Richardson, SC, Benjamin Cioppa-Fong, Trista, Nichole, Pink, JenJ, Robin, Carol, H Beth Jones, Michelle, Jordan M, Kate Lussier, John Comrie, Kathy Nation, Carrie, Jordan T, Bethany, David Begley, Ally, Lauren Ferri, Chris S, Tori Myers, Sabrina Abbott, Meaghan Daigle, Ashley Kuplin, Michael Randall, DeWayne C, Jen Trocola, Trixie. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-bullsh-the-israel-keyes-investigation--3588169/support.

    39 min

  4. JAN 26 · BONUS

    July 10, 2012

    Josh is out sick and snowed in this week. So, in lieu of a new episode, we're sharing the entirety of the July 10, 2012 FBI interview with Keyes - which has been critical in our work this season. Topics include: The Deschutes attack, Keyes's first murder, the victim ruled accidental, his time in the Army, murders on his boat, and more. PATREON This is a Studio BOTH/AND production:   www.truecrimebullshit.com / bothand.fyi   For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand   SPONSORS: Factor: Get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year, by using code TCBS50OFF at factor.com/tcbs50offBetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at www.BetterHelp.com/TCBQuince: Get free shipping at www.Quince.com/TCBSUncommon Goods: Get 15% off at www.UncommonGoods.com/TCBSCornbread Hemp: Get 30% off your first order by using promo code TCBS at www.cornbreadhemp.com/TCBSPatreon producers: Amy Basil, Kendall C., Asch Fish, Heather Horton-Whedon, Sherri D, Kirsten Hoffman, Dale Akstin, Stephanie Taylor, Drew Vipond, Amelia Hancock, Christina Sisson, Nicole & Dennis Henry, Jillian Natale, Lana Halladay, Rural Juror, Tuesdi Woodworth, Kathleen S, Annette L, Casey Jensen-Richardson, SC, Benjamin Cioppa-Fong, Dan del Rossi, Trista, Nichole, Pink, JenJ, Corey D, Robin, Carol, Michelle, Jordan M, Kate Lussier, John Comrie, Kathy Nation, Carrie, Jordan T, Bethany, David Begley, Ally, Lauren Ferri, Chris S, Tori Myers, Sabrina Abbott, Meaghan Daigle, Ashley Kuplin, Michael Randall, DeWayne C, Jen Trocola, Trixie. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-bullsh-the-israel-keyes-investigation--3588169/support.

    2h 27m

  5. JAN 26 · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    July 10, 2012 (Ad-free)

    Josh is out sick and snowed in this week. So, in lieu of a new episode, we're sharing the entirety of the July 10, 2012 FBI interview with Keyes - which has been critical in our work this season. Topics include: The Deschutes attack, Keyes's first murder, the victim ruled accidental, his time in the Army, murders on his boat, and more. PATREON This is a Studio BOTH/AND production:  www.truecrimebullshit.com / bothand.fyi   For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand   SPONSORS: Factor: Get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year, by using code TCBS50OFF at factor.com/tcbs50off BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at www.BetterHelp.com/TCB Quince: Get free shipping at www.Quince.com/TCBS Uncommon Goods: Get 15% off at www.UncommonGoods.com/TCBS Cornbread Hemp: Get 30% off your first order by using promo code TCBS at www.cornbreadhemp.com/TCBS Patreon producers: Amy Basil, Kendall C., Asch Fish, Heather Horton-Whedon, Sherri D, Kirsten Hoffman, Dale Akstin, Stephanie Taylor, Drew Vipond, Amelia Hancock, Christina Sisson, Nicole & Dennis Henry, Jillian Natale, Lana Halladay, Rural Juror, Tuesdi Woodworth, Kathleen S, Annette L, Casey Jensen-Richardson, SC, Benjamin Cioppa-Fong, Dan del Rossi, Trista, Nichole, Pink, JenJ, Corey D, Robin, Carol, Michelle, Jordan M, Kate Lussier, John Comrie, Kathy Nation, Carrie, Jordan T, Bethany, David Begley, Ally, Lauren Ferri, Chris S, Tori Myers, Sabrina Abbott, Meaghan Daigle, Ashley Kuplin, Michael Randall, DeWayne C, Jen Trocola, Trixie.

    2h 27m

  6. JAN 19

    0711 | Infrastructure

    Josh and the team discuss how Israel Keyes used infrastructure maps to scout, hide and/or bury his caches and victims. This may just be the key to solving his crimes. This episode was written, researched, edited, and produced by Josh Hallmark. With additional research by Kathy Nation, Jordan Taylor, and Michelle Tooker. This episode featured Kathy Nation, Jordan Taylor, Michelle Tooker, and Shana Wilensky.   PATREON This is a Studio BOTH/AND production:   www.truecrimebullshit.com / bothand.fyi   For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand   SPONSORS: Factor: Get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year, by using code TCBS50OFF at factor.com/tcbs50offBetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at www.BetterHelp.com/TCBQuince: Get free shipping at www.Quince.com/TCBSUncommon Goods: Get 15% off at www.UncommonGoods.com/TCBSCornbread Hemp: Get 30% off your first order by using promo code TCBS at www.cornbreadhemp.com/TCBS Music by: Sonic Yard.  Featured music by: The Foundry Field Recordings  Patreon producers: Amy Basil, Kendall C., Asch Fish, Heather Horton-Whedon, Sherri D, Kirsten Hoffman, Dale Akstin, Stephanie Taylor, Drew Vipond, Amelia Hancock, Christina Sisson, Nicole & Dennis Henry, Jillian Natale, Lana Halladay, Rural Juror, Tuesdi Woodworth, Kathleen S, Annette L, Casey Jensen-Richardson, SC, Benjamin Cioppa-Fong, Dan del Rossi, Trista, Nichole, Pink, JenJ, Corey D, Robin, Carol, Michelle, Jordan M, Kate Lussier, John Comrie, Kathy Nation, Carrie, Jordan T, Bethany, David Begley, Ally, Lauren Ferri, Chris S, Tori Myers, Sabrina Abbott, Meaghan Daigle, Ashley Kuplin, Michael Randall, DeWayne C, Jen Trocola, Trixie. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-bullsh--3588169/support.

    44 min
  7. 0711 | Infrastructure (Ad free)

    JAN 19 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    0711 | Infrastructure (Ad free)

    Josh and the team discuss how Israel Keyes used infrastructure maps to scout, hide and/or bury his caches and victims. This may just be the key to solving his crimes. This episode was written, researched, edited, and produced by Josh Hallmark. With additional research by Kathy Nation, Jordan Taylor, and Michelle Tooker. This episode featured Kathy Nation, Jordan Taylor, Michelle Tooker, and Shana Wilensky.  PATREON This is a Studio BOTH/AND production:  www.truecrimebullshit.com / bothand.fyi   For an ad-free experience: www.patreon.com/studiobothand   SPONSORS: Factor: Get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year, by using code TCBS50OFF at factor.com/tcbs50off BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at www.BetterHelp.com/TCB Quince: Get free shipping at www.Quince.com/TCBS Uncommon Goods: Get 15% off at www.UncommonGoods.com/TCBS Cornbread Hemp: Get 30% off your first order by using promo code TCBS at www.cornbreadhemp.com/TCBS Music by: Sonic Yard.  Featured music by: The Foundry Field Recordings  Patreon producers: Amy Basil, Kendall C., Asch Fish, Heather Horton-Whedon, Sherri D, Kirsten Hoffman, Dale Akstin, Stephanie Taylor, Drew Vipond, Amelia Hancock, Christina Sisson, Nicole & Dennis Henry, Jillian Natale, Lana Halladay, Rural Juror, Tuesdi Woodworth, Kathleen S, Annette L, Casey Jensen-Richardson, SC, Benjamin Cioppa-Fong, Dan del Rossi, Trista, Nichole, Pink, JenJ, Corey D, Robin, Carol, Michelle, Jordan M, Kate Lussier, John Comrie, Kathy Nation, Carrie, Jordan T, Bethany, David Begley, Ally, Lauren Ferri, Chris S, Tori Myers, Sabrina Abbott, Meaghan Daigle, Ashley Kuplin, Michael Randall, DeWayne C, Jen Trocola, Trixie. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-bullsh--3588169/support.

    40 min

  8. 12/17/2025 · BONUS

    True Crime Conversations: Amanda Jacobson, Charlie Worroll, Josh Hallmark (Ad-free & Early)

    For the month of December, True Crime creators are getting together for conversations about podcasting, true crime, and the nexus between the two. We’ll discuss creating our shows, behind-the-scenes moments, fears and hopes, the cases that have gripped us, and more. In this conversation Amanda (Wine & Crime), Charlie (Crimelines), and Josh (True Crime Bullsh**) discuss: friendships in podcasting, war stories from the road, podcast advice, feeling misunderstood, weird purchases, pop culture, and more. Enjoy this conversation and be sure to check out the rest: • Jessie (Love Murder), Bob (Buried), Joshua (Somewhere in the Pines) • Javier (Pretend), Kristen (Murder, She Told), Shaun (Sins & Survivors) • Patrick (True Crime Obsessed), Josh (True Crime Bullsh**), Eric (True Consequences) • Gillian (True Crime Obsessed), Alvin (Affirmative Murder), Lanie (True Crime Cases with Lanie) • Robin (The Trail Went Cold), Nina (Already Gone), John (Sins & Survivors) • Aaron (Generation Why), Lucy (Wine & Crime), Kristen (Murder, She Told) • Amanda (Wine & Crime), Josh (True Crime Bullsh**), Andie (Love Murder), Charlie (Crimelines) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-bullsh-the-israel-keyes-investigation--3588169/support.

    1h 16m
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True Crime Bullsh** is a serialized, investigative podcast that aims to identify the missing victims of serial killer Israel Keyes. Host Josh Hallmark has spent close to a decade combing through FBI files, analyzing interrogation videos, and working with experts in the field in this comprehensive and ground-breaking podcast. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-bullsh-the-israel-keyes-investigation--3588169/support.

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