S18: Throwback Thursday: Chris Lambert - Your Own Backyard

About this episode

This episode revisits Chris Lambert's impactful podcast 'Your Own Backyard' in the context of the Kristin Smart case.

In light of recent developments in the Kristin Smart case, let's jump back 5 years to when Chris' "Your Own Backyard" podcast was new. Chris has done amazing work on the case and uncovered information that contributed to the conviction of Paul Flores. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon , click THIS LINK . At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES , Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game” , which drops every Wednesday. Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live. Today’s Sponsors: Quince – Head to Quince.com/Ruff for free shipping and 365 day returns. Draft Kings – Download the app and sign up with code “Truth” to claim 1000 Flex Spins and check out the exclusive Cashingo game!

People in this episode

Host: Bob Ruff

Guest: Chris Lambert

Topics covered

• Kristin Smart case
• true crime
• podcast history
• investigative journalism
• Patreon support

Keywords

• Kristin Smart
• Chris Lambert
• Your Own Backyard
• true crime
• Paul Flores
• Patreon
• investigation

Sponsors

Quince, Draft Kings

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Patreon

Books & works: Your Own Backyard

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