Buried Bones - a historical true crime podcast with Kate Winkler Dawson and Paul Holes The Hot Seat
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Feb 12, 2025 Journey back to 1976 Phoenix, where investigative journalism takes a deadly turn. A reporter faces a life-threatening attack that unearths deep corruption. Explore the dangers faced by toxicologists and journalists dedicated to truth. Examine a vintage Datsun tied to a catastrophic bombing and the forensic clues it holds. Discover the shocking implications of organized crime and the tragic fate of journalist Don Bowles. Dive into a world where telling the truth can have dangerous consequences, layered with personal stories and professional insights.
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Bombing Sophistication
- Car bombings, while unusual, can occur outside of organized crime.
- Investigating the bomb's sophistication is key to determining the perpetrator's profile.
Bomb Placement and Sophistication
- The bomb's placement under the driver's seat suggests an intent to kill regardless of the victim's position.
- Six sticks of dynamite and a remote detonator indicate a degree of sophistication.
Goldwater Connection
- During a Golden State Killer investigation, Paul Holes encountered a developer with ties to Barry Goldwater.
- This developer, Eckhart Schmitz, was involved in land deals and was a child molester.
