Buried Bones - a historical true crime podcast with Kate Winkler Dawson and Paul Holes Dead Weight PT 2
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Nov 12, 2025 In a chilling exploration of the 1931 Los Angeles trunk murder case, the podcast unravels the complex motives behind Winnie Judd's actions. Tracing the discovery of dismembered bodies, the hosts dissect Winnie's troubled past, potential jealousy, and courtroom antics. They analyze contradicting evidence, her initial confession, and the sensationalized trials. The narrative dives into the psychological impacts of tuberculosis on her behavior and debates the nuances of mental illness versus culpability. The shocking final confessions reveal chilling truths about dismemberment and the failed disposal plan.
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Physical Distance As A Cover-Up
- Winnie Judd transported two homicide victims and evidence across state lines, showing she tried to physically distance herself from the crime scene.
- That effort reveals a calculated attempt to delay discovery and establish separation, not just a panicked flight.
Roommates United By Illness
- Winnie moved to Phoenix, worked in a clinic, and became close friends and roommates with Anne and Sammy while all three had tuberculosis.
- Their tight living situation and shared illness set the social and financial context for later tensions.
Forensic Clues Contradict Self-Defense
- Investigators found surgical instruments, sedatives, and expended .25 caliber shells in Winnie's apartment, linking her to dismemberment and firearm use.
- Those items contradicted her self-defense narrative and suggested premeditation and preparation.
