Dakota Spotlight: True Crime & Cold Case Investigations

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**Dakota Spotlight: True Crime & Cold Case Investigations**

Dakota Spotlight is a true crime series investigating unsolved murders, cold cases, and missing persons in North Dakota and the Midwest. Hosted by investigative journalist James Wolner, each season takes a deep dive into one case, from rural crime and small town murders to decades-old disappearances. Through meticulous research, exclusive interviews, and on-the-ground reporting, Dakota Spotlight brings forgotten crimes back into the public eye and gives voice to victims and their families. Alongside full investigative seasons, the show also features shorter standalone episodes that explore individual mysteries in a single sitting. If you are drawn to investigative journalism, small town true crime, and real crime stories based on actual events, Dakota Spotlight offers gripping and respectful storytelling you will not forget.

Latest Episodes:

Mid-Season Update Jun 20, 2024

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In this episode, James previews the upcoming Spotlight PLUS Bonus Episode.

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You Killed Chris (5): The Unsolved Murder of Christine Rothschild at UW–Madison Jun 13, 2024

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Episode 5 of You Killed Chris: A Friend’s Fight for Justice explores Linda’s deepening investigation into Niels Jorgensen. Becoming an expert on his family history, she exposes long-standing lies and contradictions. On the 40th anniversary of Christine Rothschild’s death, Linda organizes a memorial service at the University of Wisconsin, with Niels himself invited as the keynote speaker. In her ongoing conversations, Linda confronts Niels as Christine’s killer and discovers mention of a friend who might hold evidence that could change everything.

Two Good Books about Christine Rothschild:

Murder on the 56th Day: Linda Schulko. Get the Kindle version of Linda’s great book. Linda donates all proceeds to charity. Get Linda’s book on Amazon⁠ https://amzn.to/4cX0DEe⁠

Cold: The Unsolved Murders of Seven Young Women: Kevin Damask. Get Kevin’s book on Amazon⁠ https://amzn.to/43YFy8l ⁠

A very special thanks goes out this season to Mari Zoerb Hansen, a 4th generation UW alum, for all the amazing research, fact checking and just stellar assistance with this season. Mari’s dedication and hard work on this story is in the memory of her late father, David Zoerb, who was finishing his senior year at UW when Christine was murdered. Thank you Mari.

Check out the full catalog and everything Dakota Spotlight: https://dakotaspotlight.com/

Get all episodes early, ad-free, and more. Subscribe to Spotlight PLUS: https://dakotaspotlight.com/spotlight-plus/

Email: dakotaspotlight@gmail.com

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Proudly produced by Six Horse Media: info@sixhorsemedia.com

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You Killed Chris (4): The Unsolved Murder of Christine Rothschild at UW–Madison Jun 06, 2024

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Episode 4 of You Killed Chris: A Friend’s Fight for Justice follows the police effort to seek public assistance in solving Christine Rothschild’s 1968 murder. Investigators interview surgeon Niels Jorgensen, the man Linda had reported for harassing Christine. Determined to uncover the truth, Linda discreetly contacts hospital staff and members of Jorgensen’s family. Through these conversations, colleagues and relatives provide insights into the troubling story of Niels and his connection to the case.

Two Good Books about Christine Rothschild:

Murder on the 56th Day: Linda Schulko. Get the Kindle version of Linda’s great book. Linda donates all proceeds to charity. Get Linda’s book on Amazon⁠ https://amzn.to/4cX0DEe⁠

Cold: The Unsolved Murders of Seven Young Women: Kevin Damask. Get Kevin’s book on Amazon⁠ https://amzn.to/43YFy8l ⁠

Check out the full catalog and everything Dakota Spotlight: https://dakotaspotlight.com/

Get all episodes early, ad-free, and more. Subscribe to Spotlight PLUS: https://dakotaspotlight.com/spotlight-plus/

Email: dakotaspotlight@gmail.com

Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/dakotaspotlight

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Instagram: @dakotaspotlight

TikTok: @dakotaspotlight

Bluesky: @dakotaspotlight.bsky.social

YouTube: @dakotaspotlightpodcast4800

Proudly produced by Six Horse Media: info@sixhorsemedia.com

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You Killed Chris (3): The Unsolved Murder of Christine Rothschild at UW–Madison May 30, 2024

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Episode 3 of You Killed Chris: A Friend’s Fight for Justice recounts the morning of Christine Rothschild’s murder. After taking her usual walk, Christine’s body is discovered in the bushes near Sterling Hall on the UW–Madison campus. As police launch their investigation, the case quickly grows cold. Linda, however, brings forward critical information: an older man had been harassing Christine, someone she feared deeply. This episode explores the early missteps of the investigation and the chilling presence of a possible suspect who was overlooked.

Two Good Books about Christine Rothschild:

Murder on the 56th Day: Linda Schulko. Get the Kindle version of Linda’s great book. Linda donates all proceeds to charity. Get Linda’s book on Amazon⁠ https://amzn.to/4cX0DEe⁠

Cold: The Unsolved Murders of Seven Young Women: Kevin Damask. Get Kevin’s book on Amazon⁠ https://amzn.to/43YFy8l ⁠

Check out the full catalog and everything Dakota Spotlight: https://dakotaspotlight.com/

Get all episodes early, ad-free, and more. Subscribe to Spotlight PLUS: https://dakotaspotlight.com/spotlight-plus/

Email: dakotaspotlight@gmail.com

Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/dakotaspotlight

X/Twitter: @dakotaspotlight

Instagram: @dakotaspotlight

TikTok: @dakotaspotlight

Bluesky: @dakotaspotlight.bsky.social

YouTube: @dakotaspotlightpodcast4800

Proudly produced by Six Horse Media: info@sixhorsemedia.com

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Mid-Season Update May 23, 2024

Show notes

In this episode, James shares what it is like to be an independent podcaster and a preview of the upcoming Spotlight PLUS Bonus Episode with Mari Zoerb Hansen.

Check out the full catalog and everything Dakota Spotlight https://dakotaspotlight.com/

Get episodes 1 week early, ad-free, and more. Subscribe to Spotlight PLUS https://dakotaspotlight.com/spotlight-plus/

Support the show on PayPal https://bit.ly/3wDhonM

Advertise your podcast or brand in Dakota Spotlight episodes info@sixhorsemedia.com

Email: dakotaspotlight@gmail.com

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You Killed Chris (2): The Unsolved Murder of Christine Rothschild at UW–Madison May 16, 2024

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Episode 2 of You Killed Chris: A Friend’s Fight for Justice offers a closer look at Christine Rothschild’s life on campus at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Friends share memories of dorm life at Ann Emery Hall and Christine’s personal struggles, while Linda recalls the days leading up to Christine’s death. Against this backdrop, the campus is roiled by the Dow Day protest, a defining moment of the 1960s counterculture that shaped the environment Christine lived in. Together, these recollections paint a vivid portrait of Christine’s world in the days before her murder.

Two Good Books about Christine Rothschild:

Murder on the 56th Day: Linda Schulko. Get the Kindle version of Linda’s great book. Linda donates all proceeds to charity. Get Linda’s book on Amazon⁠ https://amzn.to/4cX0DEe⁠

Cold: The Unsolved Murders of Seven Young Women: Kevin Damask. Get Kevin’s book on Amazon⁠ https://amzn.to/43YFy8l ⁠

Check out the full catalog and everything Dakota Spotlight: https://dakotaspotlight.com/

Get all episodes early, ad-free, and more. Subscribe to Spotlight PLUS: https://dakotaspotlight.com/spotlight-plus/

Email: dakotaspotlight@gmail.com

Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/dakotaspotlight

X/Twitter: @dakotaspotlight

Instagram: @dakotaspotlight

TikTok: @dakotaspotlight

Bluesky: @dakotaspotlight.bsky.social

YouTube: @dakotaspotlightpodcast4800

Proudly produced by Six Horse Media: info@sixhorsemedia.com

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You Killed Chris (1): The Unsolved Murder of Christine Rothschild at UW–Madison May 09, 2024

Show notes

Episode 1 of You Killed Chris: A Friend’s Fight for Justice begins with the shocking and unsolved 1968 murder of 18-year-old freshman Christine Rothschild outside Sterling Hall on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus. Journalist James Wolner introduces listeners to Christine’s classmate and friend Linda, whose memories reflect on their friendship, the promise of youth, and the upheaval of campus life during the 1960s counterculture. Through Linda’s perspective, we begin to understand Christine’s life, the impact of her loss, and the haunting mystery that still surrounds her cold case.

Two Good Books about Christine Rothschild:

Murder on the 56th Day: Linda Schulko. Get the Kindle version of Linda’s great book. Linda donates all proceeds to charity. Get Linda’s book on Amazon⁠ https://amzn.to/4cX0DEe⁠

Cold: The Unsolved Murders of Seven Young Women: Kevin Damask. Get Kevin’s book on Amazon⁠ https://amzn.to/43YFy8l ⁠

Check out the full catalog and everything Dakota Spotlight: https://dakotaspotlight.com/

Get all episodes early, ad-free, and more. Subscribe to Spotlight PLUS: https://dakotaspotlight.com/spotlight-plus/

Email: dakotaspotlight@gmail.com

Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/dakotaspotlight

X/Twitter: @dakotaspotlight

Instagram: @dakotaspotlight

TikTok: @dakotaspotlight

Bluesky: @dakotaspotlight.bsky.social

YouTube: @dakotaspotlightpodcast4800

Proudly produced by Six Horse Media: info@sixhorsemedia.com

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You Killed Chris (Trailer): The Unsolved Murder of Christine Rothschild at UW-Madison May 02, 2024

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Season 10 of Dakota Spotlight, You Killed Chris: A Friend’s Fight for Justice, revisits one of Madison, Wisconsin’s most haunting cold cases: the unsolved 1968 murder of 18-year-old college freshman Christine Rothschild. Hosted by James Wolner, this season explores the turbulent 1960s counterculture, shifting societal norms, and the impact of violence on the University of Wisconsin–Madison community. Going beyond the headlines of the Manson murders, You Killed Chris highlights a lesser-known case, focusing on Christine’s friend Linda and her decades-long fight to keep the truth alive.

Two Good Books about Christine Rothschild:

Murder on the 56th Day: Linda Schulko. Get the Kindle version of Linda’s great book. Linda donates all proceeds to charity. Get Linda’s book on Amazon⁠ https://amzn.to/4cX0DEe⁠

Cold: The Unsolved Murders of Seven Young Women: Kevin Damask. Get Kevin’s book on Amazon⁠ https://amzn.to/43YFy8l ⁠

Check out the full catalog and everything Dakota Spotlight: https://dakotaspotlight.com/

Get all episodes early, ad-free, and more. Subscribe to Spotlight PLUS: https://dakotaspotlight.com/spotlight-plus/

Email: dakotaspotlight@gmail.com

Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/dakotaspotlight

X/Twitter: @dakotaspotlight

Instagram: @dakotaspotlight

TikTok: @dakotaspotlight

Bluesky: @dakotaspotlight.bsky.social

YouTube: @dakotaspotlightpodcast4800

Proudly produced by Six Horse Media: info@sixhorsemedia.com

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Nowhere To Be Found: Interview with "The Disappearance of Belinda Van Lith" creator and host Trisha Taurinskas Apr 18, 2024

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In this episode, James interviews Trisha Taurinskas, creator and host of "The Disappearance of Belinda Van Lith"; a podcast detailing the events surrounding the 1974 cold case in Eagle Lake, MN. Trisha's investigation into Belinda's disappearance exposed significant early investigative failures and missed opportunities to probe the main suspect.

Check out "The Disappearance of Belinda Van Lith", by Trisha Taurinskas at https://www.inforum.com/people/belinda-van-lith/?utm_source=dakota_spotlight.

Check out the full catalog of Dakota Spotlight true crime podcasts at https://dakotaspotlight.com where you can sign up for a newsletter, subscribe to the new and excitingSpotlight PLUS ad-free experience and much more.

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Throwback: 105 Bruises - Interview with Jamie Pultz - Beenham Valley Road Apr 11, 2024

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Originally broadcast Summer 2021.

When Kirra McLoughlin died her boyfriend said she must have overdosed on prescription drugs. That didn't explain the over one hundred bruises on her body however. And yet, nobody has been charged with Kirra's death.

That didn't sit well with Jamie Pultz. He had met Kirra once at his former job, back when he was a police officer in Queensland Australia. When he heard that Kirra had died and nobody had been held accountable, he decided to do something about it.

This is the third installment of our summer series about mysterious crimes and disappearances from around the globe and the people who fight to get justice for victims and their families.

Jamie Pultz's media company Six 10 Media

Beenham Valley Road podcast on Spotify

Check out the full catalog of Dakota Spotlight true crime podcasts at https://dakotaspotlight.com

where you can sign up for a newsletter, subscribe to the new and excitingSpotlight PLUS ad-free experience and much more.

Head over to https://dakotaspotlight.com to learn more.

Advertise your podcast or brand in Dakota Spotlight episodes by sending email to info@sixhorsemedia.com

Email: dakotaspotlight@gmail.com

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