Episodes

  • Cruel and Unusual Punishment - Jim Harold's Crime Scene 234

    Cruel and Unusual Punishment - Jim Harold's Crime Scene 234
    Feb 27 2026
    Jim speaks with Paul Smith PhD who practiced as a clinical psychologist for 23 years before he committed healthcare fraud, leading to an indictment and a 51-month federal prison sentence serving 28 months. In his book Cruel and Unusual Punishment: A Memoir of the Psychological Realities of Federal Prison, Paul shares his experience in the federal prison system and how living too long in such a harsh environment can strip away compassion and bring out a more savage side of human nature. You can purchase his book at Amazon here: https://amzn.to/4l9gR1x Thanks Paul! -- This post contains Amazon affiliate links that benefit Jim Harold Media when you make a qualifying purchase. Thank you for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • Convergence - Jim Harold's Crime Scene 233

    Convergence - Jim Harold's Crime Scene 233
    Feb 20 2026
    On this episode of Jim Harold's Crime Scene, former Cook County prosecutor and rock musician Gregg Owen shares the unbelievable true story behind his book Convergence. From opening for rock legends to battling courtroom corruption in 1970s Chicago, Owen recounts how he resurrected a cold-blooded double murder case that many had written off. It’s a gripping tale of coincidence, courage, and the relentless pursuit of justice when the system itself seemed stacked against it. You can buy Gregg's book on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/4aZSTCg Thanks Gregg! -- This post contains Amazon affiliate links that benefit Jim Harold Media when you make a qualifying purchase. Thank you for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • Abuse of Power - Jim Harold's Crime Scene 232

    Abuse of Power - Jim Harold's Crime Scene 232
    Feb 13 2026
    On this episode of Jim Harold's Crime Scene, Jim welcomes investigative author Mark Shaw to discuss his explosive new book, Abuse of Power: Connecting Robert Kennedy's Assassination with the Murders of JFK and Dorothy Kilgallen Exposes Who Was Responsible and Why Sirhan Sirhan Deserves a New Trial. Mark argues that the murders of Robert F. Kennedy, John F. Kennedy, and Dorothy Kilgallen may be more connected than we’ve been led to believe. From alleged mob ties to unanswered questions surrounding Sirhan Sirhan, this conversation challenges the official narrative and explores whether justice was ever truly served. You can purchase his book on Amazon here: amazon.com/abuse-power Thanks Mark! -- JOIN JIM’S SPOOKY STUDIO PLUS CLUBYou can get access to Jim’s entire back catalog of Campfire and a TON of exclusive content with the Spooky Studio Plus Club. Go to ⁠https://⁠jimharold.com/plus⁠⁠ and signup to support the show and get access to our MASSIVE library of content! NEWSLETTERGet Jim’s weekly free newsletter and a free Campfire ebook at the same time. Go here: https://jim-harold.kit.com/campfire-ebookVIRTUAL CAMPFIRE GROUPJoin our FREE online community at ⁠https://virtualcampfiregroup.com⁠EVENTSHope to see you soon at one of Jim’s live events: https://jimharold.com/eventsYOUTUBE CHANNELBe sure to subscribe to Jim’s YouTube channel at: ⁠https://youtube.com/jimharold⁠ MERCHGo to ⁠https://jimharold.com/merch⁠ to get your Jim Harold T’s, sweatshirts, mugs, hats and more! BOOKSGet all SIX of Jim’s Campfire books here: https://jimharold.com/campfirebooks/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    59 mins
  • The Four Guns - Jim Harold's Crime Scene 231

    The Four Guns - Jim Harold's Crime Scene 231
    Apr 23 2025
    On this week's episode of Crime Scene, Jim interviews John Koerner author of The Four Guns: The Stolen History of the Assassinated Presidents. The book talks about how American history would have changed if the presidents had survived their assassinations and shows how much four weapons deprived us of a better future. You can purchase the book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/42rfp2V Thanks John! This post contains Amazon affiliate links that benefit Jim Harold Media when you make a qualifying purchase. Thank you for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 mins
  • Flirting With Danger - Jim Harold's Crime Scene 230

    Flirting With Danger - Jim Harold's Crime Scene 230
    Apr 10 2025
    On this episode of Crime Scene, Jim speaks with author Janet Wallach about the true story of socialite Marguerite Harrison, who spied for U.S. military intelligence in Russia and Germany in the period between the world wars. Janet's book, Flirting with Danger: The Mysterious Life of Marguerite Harrison, Socialite Spy, is a New York Times Editor's Choice book that details how this 37-year-old widowed, socialite, reporter turned spy and the adventures and danger she faced. You can purchase the book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3GiEUdS Thanks Janet for a wonderful interview! -- This post contains Amazon affiliate links that benefit Jim Harold Media when you make a qualifying purchase. Thank you for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • Grave Deeds and Dead Plots - Jim Harold's Crime Scene 229

    Grave Deeds and Dead Plots - Jim Harold's Crime Scene 229
    Apr 2 2025
    Join Jim this week on Crime Scene as he speaks with author Sylvia Shults and podcaster Ron Hood about their podcast-Grave Deeds and Dead Plots -based on crime stories that led to hauntings all taken from Sylvia's book: Grave Deeds and Dead Plots Volume 2. Also, be sure to check out Sylvia's podcast Lights Out and Ron's podcast Ron's Amazing Stories. You can purchase the book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/42c7ogP Thanks Sylvia and Ron! This post contains Amazon affiliate links that benefit Jim Harold Media when you make a qualifying purchase. Thank you for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • Story of a Murder - Jim Harold's Crime Scene 228

    Story of a Murder - Jim Harold's Crime Scene 228
    Mar 27 2025
    On this episode of Jim Harold's Crime Scene, Jim speaks with best selling author and award winning social historian, Hallie Rubenhold about her brand new book, Story of a Murder: The Wives, the Mistress, and Dr. Crippen, Hallie delivers a powerful analysis of a notorious 20th-century murder, shedding light on the often-overlooked voices of the women involved. Through meticulous research and a storyteller's intuition, Hallie Rubenhold goes beyond the infamous Dr. Crippen, delving into the lives he affected, the society he navigated, and the public’s fascination with shock and scandal. You can purchase her book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/43uXycq Thanks Hallie for a fascinating interview! This post contains Amazon affiliate links that benefit Jim Harold Media when you make a qualifying purchase. Thank you for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • A Murder on Campus - Jim Harold's Crime Scene 227

    A Murder on Campus - Jim Harold's Crime Scene 227
    Mar 7 2025
    On this week's Crime Scene, Jim talks with Brian and Cameron Santana about their book A Murder on Campus: The Professor, The Cop, and North Carolina's Most Notorious Cold Case. Written by two brothers, one a cop and the other an English professor, their book offers a unique and fascinating perspective on a the unsolved case that has haunted Buncombe County for generations--the brutal 1973 murder on the University of North Carolina-Asheville campus of 19-year-old Virginia Marie Olson. You can purchase their book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3F6jWi2 Thank you Brian and Cameron for the excellent discussion! This post contains Amazon affiliate links that benefit Jim Harold Media when you make a qualifying purchase. Thank you for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 mins