Inside the Investigation with Payne Lindsey, Dennis Cooper, and Kyle Tekiela

About this episode

A candid look inside the making of an investigative podcast featuring reflections from key creators.

Have you ever wondered what happens off mic in an investigative podcast? Join Payne Lindsey (Up and Vanished), Dennis Cooper (Culpable), and Kyle Tekiela (Crook County) for a candid look inside making a hit series. Hear personal reflections about honest storytelling, lifelong bonds to the cases you cover, and maintaining curiosity despite external pressures. Hear raw, insider takes on the un-aired side of podcasting. Recorded live from the Tenderfoot TV stage at CrimeCon 2025.

People in this episode

Guests: Payne Lindsey, Dennis Cooper, Kyle Tekiela

Topics covered

• investigative podcast
• storytelling
• podcasting
• CrimeCon

Keywords

• honest storytelling
• curiosity
• external pressures

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Inside the Investigation, Up and Vanished

Places: Crook County

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