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  • 6 minutes 26 seconds
    Season 11 Official Trailer - Homicide at House of Bottles

    Dakota Spotlight’s six-part podcast series, Homicide at House of Bottles, delves into the 1999 murder of a promising young man, whose life was tragically cut short in Bismarck, North Dakota. Featuring immersive soundscapes and interviews with detectives, family, friends, and even the convicted killer, this season examines the layers of a crime that shook a community—and the enduring questions of justice, rehabilitation, and forgiveness. More than a true crime story, Homicide at House of Bottles is about the lives forever changed by it.Check out the full catalog and everything Dakota Spotlight https://dakotaspotlight.com/

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    Homicide at House of Bottles is a production of Dakota Spotlight and Porchlight Podcast Network. This season was written, produced, and sound-edited by James Wolner, who also serves as the host. Research and interview assistance by Mari Zorbe Hansen. Special thanks to Bob Haas, Lloyd Halvorson, and the Bismarck Police Department for their contributions to this season.

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    19 December 2024, 11:00 am
  • 52 minutes 35 seconds
    Season 11 Teaser & Revisiting The Bowraville Murders

    Crime reporter Dan Box joins us to discuss Bowraville, his podcast about the tragic murders of three Aboriginal children in a small Australian town. Teaming up with The Australian, Dan investigates how all three vanished from the same street and searches for answers in this haunting case.

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    5 December 2024, 11:00 am
  • 2 hours 10 minutes
    Introducing - The Sleep Retreat by James Wolner

    This episode, "Gull Harbor: Warren Commission Report Part 1," is from the new podcast "The Sleep Retreat" by James Wolner.

    Drift off to sleep on a warm screened in porch while listening to a part of American history on a small transistor radio. 

    In this episode, from Part 1 of the Warren Commission Report, a summary of the events of Nov 22, 1963 and the apprehension of Lee Harvey Oswald. Oswald’s life is explored up until the point of his curious defection to The Soviet Union.

    About Gull Harbor: At Gull Harbor, a youthful and tranquil summer day unfolds as you relax on a cozy porch overlooking the bay. Surrounded by books, games, and the soothing sounds of the ocean, the warmth of the sun and a gentle breeze lull you into peaceful drowsiness. Memories of morning adventures and flying your new kite—drift through your mind as you surrender to sleep in this nostalgic, coastal retreat.

    About The Sleep Retreat: Welcome to The Sleep Retreat, your escape to peaceful slumber. Each episode transports you to a calming, dream-like environment—whether it’s a cozy lakeside camper, a moonlit countryside drive, or a warm seaside porch. With soothing narration, tranquil soundscapes, and gentle breathing exercises, The Sleep Retreat is designed to help you unwind, relax, and drift effortlessly into a restful sleep. Perfect for anyone seeking a serene nighttime routine, this podcast offers a peaceful retreat from the stresses of the day. Close your eyes, relax, and let the journey to sleep begin. 

    The Sleep Retreat is a production of PorchLight Podcast Network. Stories and narration by James Wolner. 

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    14 November 2024, 11:00 am
  • 38 minutes 36 seconds
    Wilder Intentions: Revisiting A Murder in Minot

    A kindergarten teacher masterminds a brutal murder and shows no remorse.

    In this special, stand-alone episode we learn about a macabre crime from the true north. In 2015, Angila Wilder was brutally murdered in her home while her two-year-old child slept just down the hall. True crime author C.J. Wynn meets with Dakota Spotlight to discuss this crime.

    C.J. WYNN's book https://www.amazon.com/Wilder-Intentions-Murder-North-Dakota/dp/193491293X

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    7 November 2024, 11:00 am
  • 39 minutes 14 seconds
    Introducing - Disturbed

    I Woke Up To A Girl Watching Me Sleep - The Driftwood Drifter - Creepy Guy On A Bus - The Dam Man - Accidentally Stumbled Into A Christian Cult - This is Disturbed.

    Featuring narration by:

    Kyra Cornett

    Elizabeth Flood

    Brian Jeffords

    Kat Carter

    Terra Ashe

    Disturbed is a production of Killer Podcasts, a part of the Evergreen network. For more paranormal and true crime shows, visit KillerPodcasts.com. Follow our social channels, @disturbedpodcast on instagram or disturbed_pod on twitter. If you enjoyed the show, please consider subscribing and reviewing on your favorite listening platform. Music by epidemic sound and by Carl Casey at white bat audio. Our Host is Doug Bailey. Our Producers are Noah Foutz and Elizabeth Flood. Our audio engineer is Nathan Corson, Executive Producers Brigid Coyne and Gerardo Orlando. Thanks for listening!

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    31 October 2024, 10:00 am
  • 31 minutes 35 seconds
    A Disturbing Confession

    We share the full audio of a police interrogation from March 2021 with Jesse Huy, who killed three family members and then turned himself in. This recording includes a full confession and reveals the disturbing reasons behind the murders, offering a rare insight into the "Why".

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    24 October 2024, 10:00 am
  • 54 minutes 1 second
    Throwback: Unresolved, the Murder of Joel Lovelien

    Joel Lovelien was just 38-years-old when he was found beaten to death outside of the Broken Drum Bar in Grand Forks, North Dakota on a Halloween-themed Saturday night in 2007. Who killed Joel Lovelien?

    Music by HandTurner and Wowza in Kalamazoo

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    17 October 2024, 10:00 am
  • 45 minutes 49 seconds
    Broad Knowledge, Potentially Deceptive: My Interview with AI - Part 2

    Part 2 of 2 - James continues his intriguing yet sometimes exhausting conversation with the AI chatbot. In Part 2, they delve into notable crimes near James' hometown, covering the Santa Rosa Hitchhiker Murders, Steven Stayner, and the Zebra Killings, with the AI's often inaccurate responses leading James to ask, "Do you lie?".

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    10 October 2024, 10:00 am
  • 45 minutes 45 seconds
    Tough Questions, Sudden Silence: My Interview with AI - Part 1

    Part 1 of 2 - In an attempt to deepen his understanding of AI, James interviews an expert who, interestingly enough, happens to be an AI chatbot. The interview proves challenging, as the AI often becomes evasive, stalls, or even "walks out" of the conversation. In Part 1, the AI shares its perspectives on true crime, discusses the Dakota Spotlight podcast, explores the cases that sparked James' fascination with true crime, delves into AI's own motives, and reveals how it generates its responses.

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    3 October 2024, 10:00 am
  • 34 minutes 36 seconds
    Inside You Killed Chris with Mari Zoerb Hansen

    James interviews researcher Mari Zoerb Hansen. Mari, a UW grad, played a crucial role in creating “You Killed Chris.” They share behind-the-scenes details and how the story became part of Dakota Spotlight. They also take a walk around the UW campus, visiting key locations from the Season 10 story.

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    26 September 2024, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 13 minutes
    Revisiting a Mysterious Death: The Man From Un - Part 2

    Part 2 of 2 - Exiled Pakistani journalist Sajid Hussain and activist Karima Baloch, both of whom fled Pakistan, were later found dead under suspicious circumstances, raising concerns of politically motivated killings. Their deaths highlight the dangers faced by Baloch activists, cast doubt on the investigation into Sajid's death, and underscore the broader risks for journalists who challenge powerful forces.

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    Originally published December 2021.

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    12 September 2024, 10:00 am
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