Chasing the Golden State Killer with Paul Holes | East Area Rampage

Chasing the Golden State Killer with Paul Holes | East Area Rampage

Author: Small Town Dicks | Audio 99 | Daylight Media July 17, 2026 Duration: 48:26
The crimes move north, and a new name emerges: the East Area Rapist. Paul Holes explains how the offender’s behavior changed after Visalia, how early attacks in the Sacramento area unfolded, and how investigators struggled to understand whether they were dealing with a new offender or just someone who had evolved. As the crime spree expands, Paul begins to unpack one of the most disturbing facts of the case: Joseph DeAngelo was a police officer. Want to hear the entire series right now? Join Super Duper Fam at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠smalltowndicks.com/superfam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for access to the full ad-free binge feed, and use promo code GSK for your first month free. What is Chasing the Golden State Killer with Paul Holes? This is a 10-part limited series from Small Town Dicks, Paul Holes tells the full story of his 24-year pursuit of the Golden State Killer. Across ten episodes, Paul joins Yeardley, Dan, and Dave for a firsthand account of one of the most significant cold case investigations in American history. From the early crimes of the Visalia Ransacker to the East Area Rapist attacks, the Southern California homicides, and the DNA breakthrough that finally identified Joseph DeAngelo, Paul walks listeners through the evidence, the setbacks, the mistakes, and the personal toll of doggedly pursuing a case for decades. This is a rare, firsthand account of the work, the weight, and the persistence behind a case that forever changed the way crimes are investigated.  Small Town Dicks Presents: Chasing the Golden State Killer with Paul Holes is an Audio 99 production. Written by Paul Holes and featuring Detective Dan, Detective Dave, and Yeardley Smith. Produced by Jessica Halstead and Monika Scott. Executive produced by Ben Cornwell and Yeardley Smith. Edited by Katie McMurran and Soren Begin, with additional editing by Cristina Bracamontes. Sound supervision by Logan Heftel. Design and social media by Andrew Polk. Theme music composed by Logan Heftel. Photo courtesy of Anton Floquet | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠antonfloquet.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ To support the making of this podcast, visit smalltowndicks.com/superfam and hit the “Join” button. Stream all episodes at smalltowndicks.com/goldenstatekiller. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There’s a certain texture to crime stories that unfold in close-knit communities, where everyone knows each other and the shock of a crime reverberates through every street and diner. Small Town Dicks, produced by Audio 99, explores exactly that terrain. This isn't a sensationalized look at crime; instead, it delves into the intricate, often overlooked investigations that happen in smaller municipalities. Each episode feels like sitting down with the detectives and officers who were there, hearing them walk through the details of a case from the first call to the final resolution. You’ll get a raw, ground-level view of police work, far from the glossy procedural dramas. The conversations naturally weave in elements of society and local history, showing how a community's culture and relationships can both complicate and aid an investigation. By focusing on true crime from a small-town perspective, the podcast reveals universal truths about human nature and justice. It’s a compelling listen for anyone curious about the real stories behind the headlines and the dedicated people who work to solve them. The depth of these firsthand accounts makes for a uniquely authentic and gripping experience every time you tune in.
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