The Trail Went Cold

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True Crime #196

The Trail Went Cold is a weekly true crime podcast which explores baffling unsolved mysteries and cold cases. On each episode, host Robin Warder examines a new murder or missing persons case, tackling a wide variety of mysteries from different countries and time periods. After sharing all the details about each case, Robin offers his own personal analysis and theories about what happened. The podcast is produced and edited by Magill Foote and the music composed and performed by Vince Nitro.

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  • Jeff Miller1
    Outstanding podcast
    Keep up the good work putting your stoplight on unknown cases.
  • Personwithopinion
    4.0: content good. Voice improves over time. Hang in there.
    UPDATE 2024: New music as of Oct 2024. Thank you! I just had to ff the other music. Voice is so much better without the high pitching. Always well researched. Solid 4.5! UPDATE 2022: I’m now 23 episodes deep and he has definitely improved the pitch and cadence of his voice. ____________________________________________ I like the cases he chooses to review, his content is good, he is succinct. However, the first few minutes of every podcast is a long plug for several things and it gets old hearing it over and over and over and over and over for that long. I don’t get the feeling that he remembers that these are actual people and not just fictional cases and it comes off as a little crass. His pitchy voice which goes up really high and then back down and back up, is hands down the biggest negative (like nails on a chalk board-sorry!) to this podcast. I haven’t decided if I will be able to continue to listen to it because of this alone. I really hope I can get used to it or he works with a vocal coach if he wants to take this further personally or professionally.
  • Mandy K O
    Great podcast and not racist
    I enjoy the opinion and analysis at the end of each episode. I saw a previous review regarding racism. Describing a person characteristics that is relevant to a story isn’t racism in this specific podcast. The intent is not to be hurtful.
  • Herr Wolf Jr.
    Well done
    This program is very well researched and the content is very informative. The cherry on top is it’s all delivered by Twinkles the Clown!!!
  • V Flick
    From Indiana
    Absolutely love the show. I’ve been listening for years. It’s done with dignity and respect to victims and their families. Robin’s research is done, and his delivery is direct. I respect the lack of banter. Keep it up!
  • Xoxo_bridgie
    Interesting
    I came across your podcast a couple years ago. Listening to your true crime podcast found some new old crimes that went cold. I wish that they would find some of these missing people. Highly recommended this podcast.
  • Beboskke
    Love it
    Great work you do!!!
  • I_miss_Cambridge
    Very compelling podcast!!
    One of the best true crime podcasts currently available. Robin does his research, and always blends the facts into an engaging narrative. I have been listening for more than seven years, and have been continually impressed. You don’t want to miss this one!
  • Berto3003
    Great podcast
    I really enjoy this podcast. Well researched interesting stories.
  • atikalima
    Can’t stand music in between
    Hi there I am really enjoying your work, but I absolutely cannot stand the music break in between your show. Sorry don’t mean to be rude, Sincerely your fan
  • MedleyAnn
    GREAT DELIVERY
    Love the podcast and honestly Robin is fantastic. Doesn’t speak too slow so that I don’t get bored but not too fast to lose info. Great voice and easy to listen to. Keep it up!
  • ohmwrecked
    Stop being racist
    Every time a victim is black he has to point it out in the beginning. If a suspect is black he has to voice it. He doesn’t do this for white people. Be smart. Do better. Oh and I do like your voice. Don’t listen to those weirdos
  • SlothsSwimWeirdHuh?
    Nice surprise!
    This is a great one! Good job!
  • MTLogic
    Great Podcast, well researched!
    This is a great podcast! Robin does very thorough research and is very victim centered. His compassion towards victims and their family members is so touching. Sometimes, in covering true crimes, you have to discuss difficult topics, but Robin always handles it with compassion and a desire to provide factual information. Where appropriate, he adds a little bit of humor. Looking forward to many more years of The Trail Went Cold!
  • Stumpy McGraw
    Highly recommend!!
    These stories are told by a true story teller! I appreciate that his approach is to see all sides and angles of possible outcomes and suspects.
  • Sherdod
    ⭐️⭐️⭐️
    Good stuff!
  • Perma Link
    #372
    Brad was Brazen! Definitely a salesman who is still selling his story. Also if it wasn’t just for the money, them why sue? He had plenty. I’m sure the most of us have had someone look us in the eye to proclaim their innocence. And there are the key words, he surrounded his self with only positive of a posse . She had the work group policy too. No credit cards ever used? Bingo!
  • Adif09
    Well researched
    I think for the most part it’s pretty well researched, but I’ll be honest his voice can get a little tiring. I mean if you want to fall asleep, that would be perfect. He should switch to nighttime readings to help you fall asleep, and I would definitely listen. I don’t listen to him when I’m driving down the road for fear of falling asleep.
  • Tollie527
    Robin’s Voice Should Be a Government Weapon
    His voice makes a human’s ear bleed. Holy cow. Who is encouraging this guy to make podcasts? For Seinfeld fans, he has the exact same voice as the Rabbi who tried to hit on Elaine. Only worse. And the actor playing the Rabbi was playing it for laughs. Robin is serious. Can’t do it. I switched to Trace Evidence where the host has a melodic tone, understands plurals and possessives, and does intense research. Maybe Robin should listen to a few great podcasts before he attempts to foist his mangled attempt on the public.
  • factsmustbechecked
    Sorry
    I’ve tried this podcast twice but can’t get past the strange cadence with which the host delivers the stories.
  • Lulabelle91
    Great and well prepared!
    Found this podcast after watching reruns of Unsolved Mysteries. Podcaster offered more info than UM and had obviously done quite a bit of research. Message boards rabbit holes, anyone? Thoughtful and calm narration. New follower!
  • Cq8199
    Well researched
    Interesting cases. But voice coaching needed. The sing- song character and some squeaking with high tones is distracting.
  • emma1943
    Awesome!
    I’ve been listening to this podcast for awhile and I think it’s well put together. I’m amazed at how many cold cases there are out there and that they’re not forgotten because of podcasts like this one. I enjoy listening to Robin’s ideas and opinions and i think he does it in a way that’s respectful to all involved in each case. He says he’s NOT an expert in forensics or crime solving in any way, but he does well in providing facts. There are a lot of negative comments about his voice and the way he narrates, while I agree he isn’t the best, it’s really not that bad.
  • leslie_will
    Tries Hard But Sometimes Fumbles
    I randomly binge a few episodes of this pod every several months. I usually like the cases covered, and I think the host cares about accurate reporting although he tends to omit known, relevant details. He also says things that hurt his credibility and/or general knowledge about which he speaks. For example, he uses cause and manner of death interchangeably. I’m not sure if he gets them confused or doesn’t realize they are two separate things. Overall, it’s ok to listen to when you run out of your go-to pods.
  • Crazy Dumbsaint
    Well researched
    The content is always interesting and I actually like the narrator’s voice. He really does a deep dive on each episode.
  • FlashyFoto
    Came back to try again, still NOPE.
    I'd found this podcast a few years ago and while I really think the research and writing are solid, I just cannot get past the host's voice and delivery. There's bizarrely fluctuating and delivered high notes that are almost a squeal of excitement. There's a cadence that's choppy and...odd. It's jarring as a listener, and so weird for a true crime podcast - a narrator that sounds like he'd be perfect for Sesame Street? Reading through other reviews, it's clear the host has gotten this feedback a million times over, but still hasn't sought out a vocal coach? It's the one thing that's holding this podcast back from being a top contender in the true crime category, and it's such an easy fix that I can't understand why Robin doesn't seek some help. I guess I'll try again in a few more years and see if he makes some changes?
  • Devine Ms D
    Can be annoying
    He makes opinions as if he has some superiority over us.
  • Billck14
    Voice sounds like a Sesame Street character
    Voice seems better for a children’s reading at a library
  • NannyRA70’
    Still a no from me.
    Came back hoping some of the constructive criticism had at least been appreciated & changes made accordingly, that is not the case. Come on! Robin needs vocal coaching or just a new host, it’s still unbearable. I tried.
  • CeeBee16
    Good but 3 minor problems
    I like the show and the format even if I disagree with Robin’s opinions on cases sometimes. I’m a long time listener and will continue to listen for as long as Robin produces episodes. The first thing that irks about the podcast is when he covers extremely old cases that have absolutely no chance of being solved whatsoever. All the information is always terribly reported because of the shoddy police work and poor journalism at the time and rest of it is based on hearsay. It just doesn’t make for a good podcast episode. Also, I don’t really see the point in covering cases that can’t ever be solved because isn’t the point of the podcast to highlight lesser known unsolved cold cases in hopes that the right person could be listening? These extremely old cases also are no where near as memorable as a episodes about cases within the last 40-50 years. I know Robin finds enjoyment in these cases but I just thought I’d put my two cents in as a listener. The other thing I think Robin needs to work on is that he seems to stereotype the American south a lot as if it’s still the 1960’s down there even if the case’s time period is far removed from segregation. I’m guessing this is because he’s Canadian and hasn’t spent any or a lot of time down there. It’s just something to think about. EDIT- DUDE JUST BECAUSE A VICTIM IS BLACK OR GAY DOES NOT MEAN IT’S POTENTIALLY A HATE CRIME.
  • Niesy B
    Awesome Podcast
    I truly enjoy this podcast. Robin is a wonderful host and he chooses great content!
  • Noorkitty
    Love the collabs
    But why does Sean sound like a kidnapper calling to ask for ransom! I must listen to his podcast to find out more about this voice 🤣🤣
  • katiebreen123
    The Voice is Sing-Songy!
    The show is well researched, but he HAS to find a replacement narrator. He must hear this constructive criticism often. I’m not typically sensitive to voices and sound, but I cannot listen anymore.
  • builditgirl
    Wil Hendrick Cold Case
    I am Wil Hendrick’s oldest sister, Becky. Thank you Robin Warner for the extensive research done on this Podcast. You have had the most correct information of any of the podcasts done on Wil’s case.
  • JustMeli90
    Enjoyable
    It seems wrong to call a TC podcast enjoyable, but that’s how I feel. Robin does a lot of research and I especially appreciate hearing the stuff that Unsolved Mysteries left out or got wrong. He doesn’t dwell on the gory aspects of the crimes, but gives the factual information of what happened I also like how he will occasionally throw in an episode that updates cases he has covered with any new developments.
  • liquidsgi
    Great podcast!
    I love this podcast. Thanks!
  • Baseballfan158
    Great Podcast
    I like Robin as a narrator this is probably my second favorite podcast behind Trace Evidence but i like how Robin is consistent with the weekly episodes and seems to enjoy doing this podcast I’ve sent him a few cases and i hope to hear one on his podcast soon he does a good job at explaining each case and he seems to go straight to the point on most of the cases he does.
  • kimfromclay,alabama!
    True cold cases
    Remember some from Unsolved Mysteries! Been enjoying this podcast!
  • cal.exico
    This guy sounds like a demented ghoul.
    It would not be shocking to me if this dude was some day arrested for the kind of crime he so gleefully describes.
  • tigersaucesmama
    Your work
    Y’all are a comfort to me as I try to go to sleep each night. I know you are there working hard for justice for the victims. In my spirit, I am there with y’all , hoping for the best. God bless your work and your sacrifices that are made so that victims have justice and families have peace.
  • Fletchva85
    Outstanding
    Robin is such a great host and carefully crafts the content.
  • Lynelu1986
    Great Coverage
    Robin does a tremendous job covering cases where sometimes there really isn’t much information to go on. To those who criticize his voice for being too high I am truly flabbergasted. It’s his voice, go listen elsewhere if you don’t like it.
  • 21MadCat
    Steady and Reliable
    I listen to a lot of TC pods but Robin Warder’s The Trail Went Cold is one of a few that I never miss and never tire of. His cases are so well researched. One of the best.
  • Heaterposty
    Loved Unsolved Mysteries
    And I love this podcast. His research is thorough and unbiased.
  • kimberly from Texas
    I’ve tried….really.
    I listened to several episodes of this a couple of years ago and while I found the stories interesting, I couldn’t get past the hosts voice and style of delivery. So, I stopped listening. Since then, I’ve read and heard glowing reviews and comments about it so today, I decided to give it a go again. I lasted 4 minutes. Maybe it’s me. Maybe it’s not. Regardless, I can’t get past the oddly positive almost cheerful telling of these tragic tales. The voice is unsettling. Is it the accent? Who knows. But, I’ve decided that I can’t get past it long enough to becoming invested in the actual stories. So, 3 stars for content.
  • candiedisland
    Took me a while
    TTWC took me a while to get into. After really loving TPWC I came back here and have been binging ever since!
  • G-Man Seattle
    My favorite podcast
    Maybe it’s something about Robin’s voice or maybe it’s the format, but this podcast is so relaxing for me. It’s my go to podcast when I hit the sack and want to wind down for bed. ..and I mean that in the most complimentary way. Almost through all 300+ episodes :)
  • hobatac
    Trail Went Cold Valerie Percy
    Great analysis- found this show searching for podcasts since live half a mile from the murder scene. Only gripe is Charles Percy was a US senator, not state senator. So yeah it was a big deal.
  • ash0025has
    Love it!
    I started listening to the podcast along with my other true crime pod casts. I enjoy the way the stories are told and details and research that go into each story. I recently became the highest tier member on Patreon when I found out that he loves Unsolved Mysteries and incorporated them so much in extras!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! That is worth $10/month for me!!!!!!! I grew up on Unsolved Mysteries and never knew why someone didn’t turn them into pod cast! So excited! And I love the Canadian accent! I catch myself sitting at my desk working and listening and then repeating a word…like “about” lol. Def my fav pod cast!!!!!! I was also reading up on the pod caster and he wrote for list verse and that is seriously one of my favorite sites! No wonder I’m so drawn to this!!!! Ignore the negative reviews.
  • purple rainboots
    The Trail Went Cold
    The possessive plural of boy is boys’. It is not boys’s , as it was pronounced multiple times in episode 307.
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