Dakota Spotlight

By: James Wolner
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  • Dakota Spotlight isn't your average true crime podcast. Creator James Wolner delves headfirst into unsolved mysteries and forgotten cases of the Upper Midwest and beyond, meticulously researching every detail to deliver a gripping, heartfelt narrative. Wolner prioritizes ethical storytelling, ensuring the victims are treated with care and respect. Prepare to be both enthralled and moved as James brings renewed hope for answers while offering a compassionate and soothing voice to the voiceless.
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  • Revisiting a Mysterious Death: The Man From Un - Part 2

    Revisiting a Mysterious Death: The Man From Un - Part 2
    Sep 12 2024
    Part 2 of 2 - Exiled Pakistani journalist Sajid Hussain and activist Karima Baloch, both of whom fled Pakistan, were later found dead under suspicious circumstances, raising concerns of politically motivated killings. Their deaths highlight the dangers faced by Baloch activists, cast doubt on the investigation into Sajid's death, and underscore the broader risks for journalists who challenge powerful forces. Music by Väsen https://spoti.fi/4cLw57h Originally published December 2021. Get the free Asset Protection Guide from Monetary Gold https://srv.mg.gold/display/rm/taboola/free-guide/ Check out the full catalog and everything Dakota Spotlight https://dakotaspotlight.com/ Get episodes early, ad-free, and more. Subscribe to Spotlight PLUS https://dakotaspotlight.com/spotlight-plus/ Support the show on PayPal https://bit.ly/3wDhonM Sign up for the Dakota Spotlight newsletter https://dakotaspotlight.com/newsletter/ Advertise your podcast or brand in Dakota Spotlight episodes info@sixhorsemedia.com Email: dakotaspotlight@gmail.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/dakotaspotlight X/Twitter: @dakotaspotlight Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Revisiting a Mysterious Death: The Man From Un - Part 1

    Revisiting a Mysterious Death: The Man From Un - Part 1
    Sep 5 2024
    Part 1 of 2 - Sajid Hussain, a Pakistani journalist in exile in Sweden after facing threats for his work on human rights abuses in Balochistan, went missing and was later found dead in the Fyris River. Although Swedish police concluded there was no foul play, suspicions persist that his death may have been linked to his investigative reporting, potentially involving Pakistani intelligence. The case underscores the risks faced by exiled journalists and leaves unanswered questions about the true cause of his death. Music by Väsen https://spoti.fi/4cLw57h Originally published December 2021. Get the free Asset Protection Guide from Monetary Gold https://srv.mg.gold/display/rm/taboola/free-guide/ Check out the full catalog and everything Dakota Spotlight https://dakotaspotlight.com/ Get episodes early, ad-free, and more. Subscribe to Spotlight PLUS https://dakotaspotlight.com/spotlight-plus/ Support the show on PayPal https://bit.ly/3wDhonM Sign up for the Dakota Spotlight newsletter https://dakotaspotlight.com/newsletter/ Advertise your podcast or brand in Dakota Spotlight episodes info@sixhorsemedia.com Email: dakotaspotlight@gmail.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/dakotaspotlight X/Twitter: @dakotaspotlight Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr
  • Throwback: Season 5 - A Better Search for Barbara

    Throwback: Season 5 - A Better Search for Barbara
    Aug 29 2024
    Season 5, Episode 1 - Five Blocks From Home 15 year old Barbara Louise Cotton vanished from the streets of Williston, North Dakota on April 11, 1981 five blocks from her home. What happened to Barbara Cotton? In episode 1, while others called Barbara a 'runaway', a frustrated yet unyielding Sandee Evanson refuses to stop looking for her childhood friend. A Better Search for Barbara is a deep, investigative dive into one of North Dakota's longest running cold cases. Music: Wowza in Kalamazoo https://wowzainkalamazoo.bandcamp.com/ The website dedicated to the search for Barbara Cotton: https://findbarbcotton.com Other online resources about missing Barbara Cotton: The Vanished podcast: https://www.thevanishedpodcast.com/episodes/2022/9/12/episode-361-barbara-cotton-part-1-a-lost-girl Gabby Valente YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKuiE2dF2NY Evaporate, The Missing: https://www.evaporatethemissing.com/post/the-roar-of-the-pumpjack A Voice 4 the Lost Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/AVoice4theLost The Unfound podcast: https://theunfoundpodcast.com/2023/05/08/barbara-louise-cotton-cold-and-fuzzy/ ArcticFox True Crime YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9jLRRlzsO8 Southern Gal True Crime YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OdGkUiOTey0 Check out the full catalog and everything Dakota Spotlight https://dakotaspotlight.com/ Get episodes early, ad-free, and more. Subscribe to Spotlight PLUS https://dakotaspotlight.com/spotlight-plus/ Support the show on PayPal https://bit.ly/3wDhonM Sign up for the Dakota Spotlight newsletter https://dakotaspotlight.com/newsletter/ Advertise your podcast or brand in Dakota Spotlight episodes info@sixhorsemedia.com Email: dakotaspotlight@gmail.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/dakotaspotlight X/Twitter: @dakotaspotlight Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 mins
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JAMES is a top notch story teller!!

James is a ROCKSTAR!! He digs until he finds the truth! I am very grateful to him and his podcast!

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