Buried Bones
True crime podcast review — 2026
"A rare pairing — real forensic expertise applied to genuinely historical cases, with strong host chemistry."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode
Pros
- +Rated "Must Listen" by our editorial team
- +Episodic format — great for both casual listeners and committed fans, start anywhere
About this podcast
On Buried Bones, journalist Kate Winkler Dawson and forensic investigator Paul Holes dissect some of history's most compelling true crime cases from centuries ago, applying modern forensic science to cases long thought closed.
Best episode to start with
Episode 1
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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Frequently Asked Questions about Buried Bones
What is Buried Bones about?
On Buried Bones, journalist Kate Winkler Dawson and forensic investigator Paul Holes dissect some of history's most compelling true crime cases from centuries ago, applying modern forensic science to cases long thought closed.
Is Buried Bones worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Must listen". Journalist Kate Winkler Dawson and forensic investigator Paul Holes dissect historical true crime cases through modern forensic insight, with excellent on-air chemistry.
Who is Buried Bones for?
Buried Bones is ideal for: Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode.
What is the best episode of Buried Bones to start with?
We recommend starting with Episode 1. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
What podcasts are similar to Buried Bones?
If you enjoy Buried Bones, you might also like: Profiler: True Crime Africa, Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast, MURDERISH, A Million Other Choices. See our full "Podcasts Like Buried Bones" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Dual host
- Style
- Historical, forensic, warm
- Episode length
- 45-60 min
- Episodes
- 150+ episodes
- Country
- United States
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