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The Knife: A True Crime Podcast is a weekly true crime podcast from journalist/producers Hannah Smith and Patia Eaton.It's a show about people who’ve been dropped into a story they didn't start, but are left to finish. In-depth interviews take the listener behind the punchy headlines to hear what really happened from the people who lived it. The Knife reveals the ripple effect of crime.Through empathetic, solution-oriented journalism, Hannah and Patia find the untold stories of people who’ve been touched by crime. They’re not breaking news or solving cases, they’re cutting to the heart of the experience through gripping, first-person storytelling.Follow The Knife on Instagram @theknifepodcast and on Bluesky @theknifepodcast.bsky.social.The Knife is part of the Exactly Right podcast network that provides a platform for bold, creative voices to bring to life provocative, entertaining and relatable stories for audiences everywhere. The Exactly Right roster of podcasts covers a variety of topics including true crime, comedic interviews, news, science, pop culture and more. The network is home to My Favorite Murder hosted by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark, This Podcast Will Kill You, That's Messed Up: An SVU Podcast, Buried Bones and more.

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Check latest episodes from The Knife: A True Crime Podcast podcast

Off Record: Deadly Greed

2026/02/05

Patia tells Hannah the story of Oliver Karafa and Lucy Li, a married couple chasing fame and fortune who went on a deadly crime spree. Also, we have recommendations. Recommended this week: Valley of Shadows podcast Heartwood by Amity Gaige (audiobook) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Dangerous Man

2026/01/29

Cassandra Rosa had just moved back to her home state when she began receiving vulgar messages from an anonymous number. Cassandra was being stalked. The more Cassandra asked for help, the worse things became. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Off Record: Highway Serial Killings

2026/01/22

Hannah tells Patia a story about a Crime Analyst who spotted the most sinister connection between human remains found along a highway. And later, we hear from Frank Figliuzzi, a retired FBI Agent who breaks down the connection between long-haul trucking and some of America's most notorious serial killers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Update and Jennifer Thompson ReRelease

2026/01/15

Patia and Hannah share a behind-the-scenes update. Then, one of our favorite episodes from the archives - A Wrongful Conviction. Jennifer Thompson was a college student when a man broke into her home and sexually assaulted her. Jennifer did her best to help law enforcement capture her assailant, but years later would learn the wrong person had been held responsible. Show Notes: Healing Justice https://healingjusticeproject.org/ Picking Cotton https://www.pickingcottonbook.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scandal at the Zoo

2026/01/08

High-ranking executives at the Columbus Zoo are caught in a wild fraud scheme and experience an epic fall from grace. Marissa Gibson, who investigated their crimes, is here to tell us this bizarre story. And it all starts with a most unlikely whistle-blower. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hannah & Patia Were on My Favorite Murder!

2026/01/01

Hannah and Patia join Karen and Georgia on My Favorite Murder to discuss their approach to true crime storytelling, the importance of centering the voices of those affected by crime and what listeners can expect from their new show. Episode originally aired on My Favorite Murder on March 13, 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chilling Obsession

2025/12/18

Kylie Bearse, a meteorologist at a local news channel in Denver, joins us to discuss what it feels like to be stalked by an obsessed man. When Kylie took legal action, she thought she’d be protected—until one night in September, when it became clear his obsession was far from over. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Knife: Off Record 136

2025/12/11

In 2017, a family friend’s concern over a peculiar coworker led FBI Agent Mark Hastbacka straight into the path of Dana Lawrence — a serial con artist hiding behind the alias “Genna Kaplan.” Patia tells Hannah how Hastbacka pieced together the truth behind Dana’s long con. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When Trust Becomes A Trap

2025/12/04

Ashlee and Kristal join us from Perth, Australia, to discuss the case of their mother, Donna Nelson. In January 2023, their 58-year-old mother was arrested in Tokyo on international drug-smuggling charges. Right away, they suspected the man Donna had been dating online. Together, Ashlee and Kristal share their family’s heartbreaking story, their ongoing fight for justice, and the warning signs of the elder drug mule scam. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Preventable Tragedy

2025/11/20

Criminal defense attorney Michael Foote joins The Knife to discuss the murder trial of Bricen Rivers. In July of 2024, 22-year-old Lauren Johansen was found dead in the trunk of her own car. Her ex-boyfriend, Bricen Rivers, is now charged with capital murder. Lauren’s father is fighting to change the system that ignored the warning signs and allowed Rivers to be released on bail. We speak with Michael Foote about the case and how the criminal justice system failed to protect Lauren. Listen to Michael Foote’s podcast, Brief Recess, wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I Know Everything

2025/11/13

When Heather Rovet met Jace Paratti, the chemistry was instant. And soon, they were making plans for the future. But when the relationship hit a rough patch, Heather wondered if maybe Jace was hiding something. What she discovered would thrust them both into international headlines and reveal that Jace Paratti wasn’t Jace Paratti at all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What Remains

2025/11/06

The sudden passing of husband and father, Michael Cochran, in 2019, was initially a medical mystery. But when his widow, Natalie Cochran was convicted of fraud, a web of lies and a possible motive were revealed. By 2025 Natalie Cochran stood trial for his murder. Forensic Pathologist Dr. Paul Uribe walks us through the results of the autopsy he conducted on Michael Cochran’s remains and the role of his findings in Natalie Cochran’s shocking murder trial. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Special Episode: It’s Worse Than We Thought

2025/11/04

In this crossover episode with lovelustfear, a podcast hosted by Jake Deptula, we hear a powerful story from a woman named Allyn. Allyn met a captivating man who swiftly declared his love, asked her to be his girlfriend, and even proposed. But as their long-distance relationship deepened, she uncovered his lingering connection with an ex, which led Allyn down a dark path of deception. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haunted

2025/10/30

When Jaime and Ben bought their first home in Lamar, Arkansas, a charming 1800s fixer-upper with two chimneys and a wraparound porch, they were thrilled to start their new life. But soon after moving in with their kids, strange things began to happen. What started as small, unexplained events grew harder to ignore, leading the family to wonder if their dream home might be haunted. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Am I Dating You?

2025/10/23

For nearly two decades Alec Couros has been the target of scammers on the internet. A professor and public speaker from Canada, Alec discovered in 2007 that his photos were being stolen and used in romance scams. Since then, his face has been used thousands of times to con victims around the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Read The Knife: A True Crime Podcast podcast reviews

4.8 out of 5

880 reviews

Aquabee520 2026/01/25

Top notch podcasting

I really appreciate what Hannah and Patia are doing. Not fluffy or overly light given the subject matter- but two relatable and empathetic voices for ...

Scooching in Here 2026/01/22

Worthwhile, Victim-Focused Podcast

Really love these ladies and the work they do to prioritize the victims’ experiences!!

TraaacieB 2026/01/22

Very well done!

This podcast is very well done and researched. I love how you take such care and research everything and not just tell a story. Keep up the great work...

SPWilds 2026/01/15

Jennifer Thompson

Such a phenomenally compelling story. Jennifer is an amazing human being. Thank you Jennifer, for all of your hard work. Rape is such a nightmare for ...

fleiscd 2026/01/10

New Favorite

This podcast is such a great thought provoking listen. The hosts treat the stories of victims in such a wonderfully respectful way. It’s a new favorit...

patriciahboston 2026/01/13

really like it

So I realize that opioid painkillers have been demonized but not everyone will become addicted to them. And the public needs to understand this. I hav...

Coleyolio 2026/01/10

LOVE - Respectful and Informative!

Hannah and Patia are GREAT! I listened to the first episode and loved it and still do 😁 I love that there’s a combo of personal interviews and the ho...

jaykay1990 2026/01/08

My new addition!

The stories shared and told on this podcast are so interesting. I can’t get enough! BRB gotta get back to binging The Knife 10/10

DMLZ4 2026/01/08

I want to like it

It has interesting topics but is often hard to follow. I find myself rewinding and stories seem out of order or people flow past main points and impor...

SEC5132 2025/12/21

My New Fav True Crime Podcast

Gripping, fascinating, emotional, and straight to the point - I’m so glad I found this podcast!

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