I’m glad season 4 went back to having more than 2 episodes per case. I thought only dedicating 1 - 2 episodes per case wasn’t enough. Looking forward to season 5.

This is a first rate true crime investigative series. Not exploitive and sensationalistic as most of the other podcasts out there. The only other series that has come anywhere close to the quality of this series is DEAD CERTAIN: THE MARTHA MOXLEY MURDER

When is season 5 coming????

Hands down the best true crime podcast I have ever listened to. Not only does this podcast include phenomenal storytelling, but feel like I know the victims and their families and I am grasped by the sense of longing and justice the narrator brings. Thank you for bringing light to these cases that deserve way more attention than what they originally got.

Excellent investigative journalism. If you don’t like a deep dive then go watch tv. This is professional, in depth and maybe just for people with an attention span. Keep up the great work! So impressed.

Long form investigative podcasts are what this host does best. I feel lucky that he’s doing one again. He’s one of the best. And to the person who gave one star because “they never solve anything”, this is a review for a podcast, not a cold case unit evaluation. The host has brought multiple cold cases out of the dark and into the light. While not yet conclusive, these efforts ought to be viewed within their context. Well done to the podcast team. Looking forward to your next case.

Why is the hang out shed being blown off?

This is one of my favorite podcasts. I love how Dennis and the team lays out the cases and makes you think critically about the information brought forth from their investigations. I highly recommend listening to this podcast.

This podcast is one of my favorites. Dennis does an outstanding job of investigating and putting everything together. I’m so glad he is bringing light to these cases.

Season four is fabulous! That is where I started my journey. Now, I am going back to season one to start over. I’m looking forward to it!

Have been trying to listen all day but seems like the whole series is down! Please get it working soon!

They never solve anything. Do not waste your time

I think Dennis is a wonderful journalist, really trying to look at all angles. Always appreciate what he and tenderfoot are trying to do for families

I love this show. But I’m getting a little tired of Dennis leading us right up to some real answers in this case hinting that someone knows the truth and then stop short. It’s not breaking news Dennis if there is no news.

I really like the podcast but the host sounds bored. Like this is a school project he’s being forced to do.

I love this show as first season was my first podcast ever. Even signed up for subscription just for new session but there’s four episodes, nothing more… why I’m I paying for this with no new content? I’ve listened to everything this channel has to offer. Canceling. Lmk when they put out some episodes.

I have listened to Culpable since season 1 and it really is one of the better true crime podcasts. Dennis has a way of telling the story, drawing you in to care about the victim and the family, questioning what was done and hoping to help solve the case! Well done and worth the listen!❤️

For anyone who appreciates good writing, this is it. Danny deserves the respect and dignity that this show presented. He could have been anyone’s child. It felt Like I was listening to a book, and I just wanted to keep going. I hope Danny and his family get the closure they desperately need.

Show is good but why am I paying for a monthly subscription to get access to half of a show? Having weeks in between episodes for the same season while charging listeners up front and saying they can get access to all episodes now is not only false, but completely disingenuous and fraudulent.

Subscribed so I could listen sooner. So well done

As a few others mentioned, too much exposition. I understand and appreciate the importance of making the victim the focus, learning about who they are and the impact they had but it was odd to have it take up so much of the episodes. At times I spaced out and forgot what I was actually listening to.

I’ve been listening since the start, and it remains my favorite podcast. Dennis and team tell these stories of tragedy with care, compassion, and respect. My heart breaks at these cases and my heart aches for the victims and their loved ones.

the show is engaging and well presented but in season 1 the determination of the producers to tell a murder story about a case that cannot legally disprove suicide is somewhat exhausting. I'm 14 episodes in and completely unconvinced by their case. It would have benefited greatly from an objective legal perspective and an honest account of what taking a shaky case to trial does do a poor community. update: I am on season 3. It seems like these guys are good at making podcasts and bad at journalism. it’s entertaining but if you're used to great well-researched shows, you will probably be frustrated by the lack of substance

Very well done! 5 stars on every season! Wish you didn’t withhold episodes so I could binge and not miss a thing.

Episode 1 (The Kid in the Cornfield) really pulled me in. The story is told in a clear and respectful way, and it’s a case that deserves more attention. Looking forward to the rest of the season

Shane has no idea what he’s talking about. He’s just gaslighting.

The ending of this episode really tells you all you need to know. Chilling.

I have recommended this podcast many times, all seasons are so well done, empathetically and thoroughly. Keep up the good work!

Season one was terrible, it was an absolute disgusting and infuriating mess! The host was ok but he seems to not have his own brain and just spits out whatever everyone else says. He didn’t challenge Rae on not one thing!! Rae is out of her mind and will not listen to anyone , so no matter what you say to her she won’t hear it and she’s still going after those two kids she thinks killed him! She’s tried every which way to get those two locked up but they didn’t do anything and police proved it but she’s determined to ruin their lives just because her life was ruined by her favorite child taking his life. So now- it looks like the podcast is going to be working with her again so I’m out- bye

I just found this podcast, and I am only in season 1 and my mind is blown. Can’t wait to get to the rest. I read some of the reviews, and I can understand, but you can skip over the “what’s coming up next on the next episode”. I also like that some things are told in a different way, it may sound repetitive to some listeners, but it also helps keep your mind fresh for new information and what you just listened to. Love the podcast!

The attention to detail and depth in investigative reporting is what sets Culpable apart from other podcasts. I really enjoyed the “shorts” of Culpable Case Review too.

I’ve only just started with Season 3, but I’m really enjoying the style and structure of this podcast! You feel very connected to the victims and their families in a very short amount of time. Thank you for providing more resources so we can take action.

Has anyone ever brought up the fact that Xanax will cause blackouts? I know that it was told a lot of xans were consumed on gun night. Just re-listening to Christian’s story and keep thinking they’re changing the gun night story because they probably really can’t fully remember. Also, I think Whitley is a big stupid liar but if she was sleeping off a xan binge she might’ve been able to sleep through a gunshot. Just adding my 2 cents. Love the podcast!

Great podcast. Season 1 makes me sick to my stomach. Nothing makes sense. Any new updates on the case?

Where is the Christian case at this point? Update needed! Amazing podcast!

Hello. First off I love your work, I just listened to the episodes regarding Andrew. I am so sorry for his loved ones loss and I hope his parents find peace. I have an addict mother and am well versed in addict behavior. my opinion is that the charges on his credit card were all at locations that would offer cash back- probably also a $5/$10 minimum purchase for said cash back with a $20 max which is why each charge was a little over $30.

Everything about the production is done with excellence. The host’s voice is perfect for storytelling and podcasting. The stories are compelling. A must listen.

weak and repetetive.. the investigators seem too afraid to voice their own suspicions and also to pin others suspicions down. This begins as a compelling case but goes nowhere further than the tons of investigations so far .. every episode is a repeat of the previous.. the first episode is the only one worth listening to.. ultimately this just treads water hereafter.

I understand and respect the need to honor these victims by having the family talk about what kind of people they were but does so much exposition need to be included in every single episode? At a certain point it adds nothing to the story and just becomes fluff.

My friend shared this podcast with me and I’m glad she did because it is very well done. Extremely informative, but easy to listen to. Dennis Cooper has done an excellent job with these podcasts.

I love the way Dennis tells the stories of the victims…such a great podcast.

I really enjoyed Seasons 1 & 2 but not Season 3. The short episodes are just not that engaging. The Goldie Thornsbury episodes dragged on so long with family members essentially saying the same thing over and over again. I hope the family is able to find peace and heal, I truly do, but hearing a grown woman say the words “my nanny” constantly over 2 episodes was too much to listen too.

It is so well written and produced and the host is superb. I can’t imagine how one tells this tragic story in a way that is easy to follow because it is so complex. Dennis does this exquisitely and with such deep reverence for Christian, his mother Rae, and the rest of his family. As a mother of a son my heart goes out to Rae. I applaud her resilience, her tenacity and her unwavering determination. The love for her son is palpable. I pray that she sees justice for her beautiful son. I’m just blown away by the efforts of Dennis and his team and all those who pitched in to help. I pray that out of this tragedy, the corruption in Meridian and everyone involved will be exposed and that justice will be exacted. So many evil people attempted to silence her and kick her while she was down. Now they’ve put a big spotlight on themselves. Wonderful show, thank you for sharing this story and all the effort you put into it. The way you handled it and all the information you received throughout the process was handled with care and class. Bravo

Excellent reporting! The Goldie Thornsberry case is especially heartbreaking and enraging, I hope Britney and Casey file a civil suit to find some small bit of justice for their nanny.

U can get it too Dennis but especially Payne

Season one was heartbreaking, I was so invested and truly feel like I know the victim’s mom, like I could run into her in the grocery store and give her a hug and have a conversation. And the theme music is fantastic!

The season 2 case is fascinating, but every episode starts with a LONG recap of the last episode. It’s mind numbingly boring. I love true crime, but I gave up after listening to the same stuff over and over for about 1/2 the episodes. 😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫

Hope it helps solve these cases. Correction: In episode 9 of season 3, Willamette is mispronounced. It should be Wil LAM it (with the stress on LAM).

I don’t binge any podcasts; at least I didn’t until I found this one. The storytelling is fantastic, as are the investigative skills. The use of multiple witnesses and different audio resources keeps listeners’ attention. Great podcast! I only wish I could do my own work (writing) while listening! 😂

Listened to the first two cases of Season 3. While the show successfully humanizes the victims, it fails to land culpability on anyone other than the victims themselves. When you use drugs and invite a homeless person to live with you, you’re taking a risk. When you walk down a highway in the middle of the night after drinking, you’re taking a risk. In both of these scenarios, the victims were not making the best decisions. My heart goes out to the families. I truly hope they are able to discover and accept the full stories of their loved ones deaths so they can fully grieve.