Best Fugitive Recovery Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 459 - The Fugitive Recovery Agent 1:31:16

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Hey there friends and weirdos! This week Kyle returns to tell Nile all about the Reeds, a family who just can't seem to escape UFOs and aliens. In part one we focus on Matthew Reed, the reluctant abductee. Did a classic Close Encounter of the Fourth Kind in 2009 cause memories of a family history of alien abductions to resurface in Matt's mind? Why…

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From Hospital Halls to Handcuffs: A Bail Bonds Pursuit 28:45

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Send us a text The pursuit of justice sometimes takes unexpected turns, especially when a seemingly reliable bond jumper decides to disappear. In this riveting episode, we dive deep into the case of Jamar, a social worker whose $15,000 bond led us on a cross-state manhunt with multiple twists and challenges. When we first encountered Jamar, all sig…

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Episode 462 - Fetish or Fanmail (UFO Abductions) 1:22:55

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Hey there friends and weirdos! This week we examine three different UFO abduction cases from across the decades. Did two summer camp workers have a lakeside abduction experience? Was a man picked up by a mythical being named Yosef and his small army of grey alien androids? And finally, did a group of forestry workers observe a nearly botched abduct…

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Bounty Hunters vs. Kilo: The Rubber Round Takedown 27:03

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Send us a text Dive into the dangerous world of bail enforcement with Rob and Chad as they share the unforgettable pursuit of "Kilo," a fugitive facing his third strike who would do anything to avoid capture. After setting up surveillance operations across multiple locations in Greenville, North Carolina, the duo finally spots their target at a fam…

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Episode 461 - Wafting the Essence (Canadian Lake Monsters) 1:25:06

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Hey there friends and weirdos! This week we take a trip to visit our neighbors in the north to learn about some lake monsters! Does a mystérieux beast named Ponik lurk in a Québécois lake and can we find any good Deviantart pieces about him? And how about the famous Ogopogo of British Columbia; is his namesake another white colonizer oopsie? We dis…

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KIERA'S JUSTICE: Another Young British Girl Fallen Victim to Predators 36:49

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Send us a text In this Podcast we speak to Kiera who was groomed by her local shopkeeper for years. After finally plucking up the courage she spoke out and went to the police, but the man who ruined her life is still not in prison. is the system broken? lets get Kiera some justice. Support the show Join this channel to get access to perks: https://…

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More Than Money: The Hidden Truth Behind Bail Bonds 32:30

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Send us a text The unseen heroism of bail bondsmen takes center stage in this riveting episode that peels back the curtain on what really happens when someone's life is upended by false accusations. Chad kicks things off sharing his family experience at a Metallica concert, complete with insights about musical authenticity that sets up the episode'…

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Episode 460 - Cheese Knife (The Reed Family, Part 2) 1:23:19

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Hey there friends and weirdos! This week we conclude our discussion of the Reed family and their strange history of alien abduction experiences. In this one we focus on Thomas Reed and the memories unlocked by his brother's 2009 abduction. Were the Reeds targeted by aliens as far back as the 1950s and 60s due to something special about their family…

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Master Conman Poses as Barrister and Gets Away with It 46:35

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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The Serial Killer Who Almost Escaped Justice: A Shocking Close Call 51:10

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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Bobby Joe Long: The Serial Killer Who Loved to Hunt Women 52:34

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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The Dark Legacy of Robert Black: A Serial Killer’s Unfathomable Crimes 43:23

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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Highway of Tears: The Chilling Story of Unsolved Serial Murders 41:41

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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The Vatican’s Deepest Secrets: The Kidnapping That Shook the Church 44:23

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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Cold-Blooded Spree Killer Murders Girlfriend and Twin Sister 45:38

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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Mama's Lies and Pedophile's Den 33:09

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Send us a text Every fugitive leaves a trail – some lead to places darker than expected. When Chad, Rob, Sal, and Eric pursued a $10,000 bond forfeiture out of Brunswick County, they anticipated a routine recovery. What they couldn't have predicted was the disturbing truth lurking beneath the surface of this case. The team's hunt for "Donnie the De…

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A Communist Activist Has Her Say.. 43:49

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Send us a text In this video we speak to a student Communist Activist Alice who speaks on why she thinks Communism is the way forward. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVjOe4UwNRZx89uBXojoPcw/join You can also listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & Google Podcasts! For more content head over to.. Instagram: Th…

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The Kansas City Butcher’s Horrifying Path of Destruction 53:05

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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Bounty Hunters Don't Get to Choose Their Moments 29:50

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Send us a text The line between a routine bail recovery and a high-stakes manhunt blurs dramatically in this riveting conversation with Kenny, a veteran recovery agent and bondsman from Phoenix, Arizona. Kenny pulls back the curtain on what became a headline-making case from 2017—the capture of "Phoenix Leo," a fugitive who transformed from bail ju…

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Episode 458 - J.R. "Bob" Dobbs & the Church of the Subgenius (FYD) 1:07:24

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Hey there friends and Weirdos! While Kyle is away, Jules and Nile take a look at a documentary on a self-described cult from the 80s: the Church of the Subgenius. Is it all a joke? Why are Nick Offerman and Penn Jillette here? Should we still be stuffing envelopes with weirdos? All this and much more in this week's FYD episode of It Gets Weird!…

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The Art of Catching a Fugitive: The Dirty Electrician's Downfall 31:18

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Send us a text Chad and Rob take us deep into the world of fugitive recovery with "The Dirty Electrician" case, showcasing how modern bounty hunters use deception and digital sleuthing to apprehend bail jumpers who think they've escaped justice. When another bondsman reached out for help tracking a fugitive with a $25,000 bond, the chase began with…

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Episode 457 - Divorce Ghost (La Llorona) 1:16:15

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Hey there friends and weirdos! This week we get friend of the show Collin back to discuss the legendary ghost, La Llorona! What confluence of negative energies created the myth of the Weeping Woman and how do stories of her hauntings compare around the world? Does La Llorona still stalk children and scorned, adulterous husbands? We discuss all this…

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Episode 456 - Attacked From a Tree (Indonesian Entities) 1:20:42

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Hey there friends and weirdos! This week we take a little vacation to Indonesia to learn about some "entities." We're talking dark sorcerers, cryptids, and mythological creatures! Can a sorcery adept from Bali gain dark powers that summon nails into the stomachs of their enemies? Are there Javanese fireball ghosts that swoop from trees in the dead …

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A Conversation with Criminal Defense Attorney David Gross 30:45

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Send us a text The legal system can feel like a maze of confusion, but our conversation with criminal defense attorney David Gross cuts through the complexity with straight talk and insider knowledge you won't find elsewhere. David brings a fascinating perspective to the table—having worked as a police officer in the notoriously rough "Murder Mount…

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The Cold-Blooded Killing of Ivy League Professors 46:15

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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The Cannibal Cop Who Shocked the World with His Crimes 43:25

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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Manhunt for Killer Who Stole Identities Across the Country 49:06

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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How Skip Tracing Found a Mother on the Run 35:14

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Send us a text When a desperate father loses contact with his young daughter, he turns to private investigation to locate his ex-wife who has vanished across state lines. What follows is an extraordinary month-long hunt spanning from Jacksonville to Mississippi to California, showcasing the art of modern skip tracing at its finest. Rob shares the i…

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Despicable Man Fakes Cancer to Scam Friends and Family 1:29:52

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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Episode 455 - Layers and Players (Australian Ghost Antics) 1:13:53

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Hey there friends and weirdos! This week Jules joins the Weird Crew to discuss Australia's bizarre haunted past! Why were so many people in 19th century Australia so into throwing on bedsheets and going around spooking folks? We discuss Dr. David Waldron's "supernatural" history of Australian pranks and folklore, the connections to Spring-heeled Ja…

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Scotland’s Scariest Serial Killer: The Beast of Birkenshaw 45:36

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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Murderer Refuses to Reveal Where He Hid His Victim’s Body 49:06

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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Gangster Number 1: The Untold Freddie Foreman Story 46:33

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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The Real Puppet Master: How One Man Controlled a Web of Lies 43:02

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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Would You Fall for a Charming Casanova Conman? 46:10

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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The Case That Almost Ended the Death Penalty Debate 46:28

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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The Cunning Landlady Who Became a Cold-Blooded Killer 38:25

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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Serial Killer Turns Dating Show Contestant: What Happened Next Will Shock You 42:45

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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The Female Killer Who Blamed Fictional Road Rage for Murder 43:24

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…

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Episode 454 - Naruto Milkshake (MK-DECOY, Part 2) 1:22:43

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Hey there friends and weirdos! This week we conclude the investigation into MK-ULTRA subproject 54, aka MK-DECOY. To finish the story, we learn about another, lesser-known subproject only known by number 61. While it's impossible to conclusively link MK-DECOY and subproject 61, the goals look very similar: how can we manipulate a target through a f…

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Gary Ridgway: Inside the Mind of the Green River Killer 42:20

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Welcome to Criminal Fugitives, the podcast that delves deep into the world of notorious escapees and the relentless pursuit to bring them to justice. At Criminal Fugitives, we uncover the untold stories of high-profile manhunts, exploring the lives of fugitives and the law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to apprehend them. Whether it's infa…