Ch. 39 - Open Wounds

Ch. 39 - Open Wounds

Author: Radio Vérté | Cory Zimmerman August 1, 2023 Duration: 20:50
The Spoon River Gothic Podcast
True Crime

The ex-girlfriend--

Preferring to remain anonymous, an ex-lover of Donald Bull’s expresses concerns about being on the record due to the rough crowd she is associated with, mentioning that some of her friends and acquaintances believe Donnie is innocent, though preferring to maintain a low profile to avoid getting involved with any further drama, especially considering her job caring for elderly and disabled individuals. She shares her challenging life circumstances, including leaving a painful alcoholic relationship before Donnie and raising three daughters, one of whom is in the midst of a teenage pregnancy.

She describes how she met Donnie through a friend, initially believing he was friendly with positive qualities—stating that even dogs and children were drawn to him. However, when Donnie eventually moved in without her consent, she mentions to listeners that she didn't confront Donnie about the issue due to fear of confrontation. This decision led to significant consequences as he later used her address as his place of residence, causing her to lose her rent assistance and become homeless after his eventual arrest for the double homicide. Despite this, she considers herself fortunate compared to the victims, who had lost their lives, as she wasn't physically harmed or abused during the brief relationship. Regarding the case, the ex-girlfriend firmly believes Donnie is guilty of murdering Donna and Justine, adding she has no doubt as to his guilt for the murders, even though Donnie had claimed innocence in letters to her sent from jail.

This interview raises essential ethical considerations regarding the payment for the ex-girlfriend's testimony—while we understand that offering compensation for interviews could potentially impact the credibility and objectivity of her statements—as we intend to be as transparent with you as possible, as financial incentives that were not dulled out may have unintentionally led individuals to provide exaggerated or fabricated accounts to secure compensation.

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Ch. 40 - Tight Lipped & Tenacious [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:02
The heart of an intricate puzzle-- Donna and Justine Tompkins’ case grows more compelling through the interviews conducted with individuals who crossed paths with Donald R. Bull. The whispers of Donnie’s involvement in t…
S1. Interlude - "Sayin' something wrong." [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:46
A conversation with Bruce--Local historian Bruce Weirauch, who runs a Facebook page dedicated to Fulton County's history—we gain insights into his experience of encountering pushback from the community due to his coverag…
Ch. 38 - The Forest for the Trees [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:16
Investigative thinking-- During the criminal inquiry into Donna and Justine Tompkins' double homicide, investigators face the daunting task of sifting through a labyrinth of evidence and testimonies to uncover even a res…
Ch. 37 - A Strange Feeling [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:20
The accounts of Marie and Iona-- We confront Donald Bull's deeply troubling past—a history that includes prior convictions, including rape, which raises concerns about his capacity for violence and wrongdoing. Marie, who…
Ch. 36 - A Balmy 69 Degrees [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:06
The enigmatic suspect-- As the plot thickens, authorities interview multiple individuals connected to Donnie Bull, who has emerged as the prime suspect. The interviews bring to light a maze of inconsistencies, raising qu…
S1. Bonus - Grace [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:50
Venture into the realm of human response--Through concepts such as “change” and “questioning” —particularly in the context of the revived investigation into the Donna and Justine Tompkins case, as we dissect the layers o…
Ch. 35 - Sleepless Nights [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:14
Shedding light on a troubled character, Donald Bull-- An interview with one of Donnie’s ex-wives reveals a relationship that had started seemingly normal but quickly turned into one marked by control and abuse. The ex-wi…
Ch. 34 - Reluctant to be Told [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:39
The perplexing life of Donald R. Bull-- At the heart of this episode lies the captivating story of Donnie's recorded confession to raping his estranged wife, captured surreptitiously by his wife and the police. While his…
Ch. 33 - Shoot the Shit [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:38
The intricacies of working in a local coffee spot come to light-- Offering a unique perspective on Donnie Bull through the eyes of a former gas station employee, Jeff Bennett, while seemingly insignificant, this employee…
Ch. 32 - The Detective Drama [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:38
Peeling back the layers-- Donna's life gradually reveals a woman hopeful for her future but burdened by uncertainty. The revelation of her potential pregnancy adds an additional layer of complexity to her already challen…

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