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Dead Before Deadline

Dead Before Deadline

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 Dead Before Deadline with Robin Yocum Step behind the yellow tape and dive deep into the pulse-pounding world of police reporting with Robin Yocum in "Dead Before Deadline." He is joined by his lovely daughter Jaclynn as she sits in for the audience asking the questions we are all thinking in these wild and crazy tales from Robin's time at the Dispatch, Yocum unravels a tapestry of tales that are as intriguing as they are raw. Each episode brings to life stories that run the gamut from the heart-wrenching to the humorously bizarre. Whether it's an oddball case that had the newsroom in splits or a somber story of loss that left an indelible mark, Yocum paints a vivid picture of life behind the byline. Navigating the gritty realities of crime reporting, "Dead Before Deadline" is more than just a recollection of cases and incidents; it's a nuanced exploration of the human stories intertwined in them. Join us on this journey, where the lines between the reporter and the reported blur, and the tales, though sometimes grim, remind us of the varied spectrum of the human experience. If you've ever been curious about the world that exists behind the headlines, or the stories that didn't make the front page but remained etched in the reporter's mind, this podcast is for you. Subscribe now and get your weekly dose of captivating tales from the police beat.All Rights Reserved Social Sciences True Crime
Episodes
  • Ep. 13 - Love, Lies, and the Law: The Linda Lee Walden Saga

    Ep. 13 - Love, Lies, and the Law: The Linda Lee Walden Saga
    Aug 19 2025

    In this gripping episode of Dead Before Deadline, Robin Yocum and Jaclynn Wilson unravel the tangled web of the Linda Lee Walden case—a story of murder, courtroom drama, and relationships that defy belief.

    Follow the twists and turns as a young woman is accused of killing her lover, faces multiple trials, marries her lawyer and gynecologist, and battles for justice both in and out of the courtroom. Along the way, discover how the lives of doctors, lawyers, and mobsters collide in a saga that’s stranger than fiction.

    Tune in for a wild ride through one of Columbus’s most sensational true crime stories, and don’t miss the latest updates on Robin’s upcoming book, "The Last Hit Man."

    Pre-Order "The Last Hit Man" Here
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    17 mins
  • Ep. 12 - Dr. Ucker & Dr. Plotnick Part 2

    Ep. 12 - Dr. Ucker & Dr. Plotnick Part 2
    Aug 12 2025
    In Episode 12 of season three, we conclude our story of two of the most notorious doctors in Columbus, Ohio. This episode takes a bizarre twist when accused killer Dr. David Ucker ends up marrying a woman who is both a patient and a convicted murderer.
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    32 mins
  • Ep. 11: Dr. Ucker & Dr. Plotnick - Part 1

    Ep. 11: Dr. Ucker & Dr. Plotnick - Part 1
    Aug 5 2025

    Doctors take an oath to care for people. But some of them forget their oath. Dr. David Ucker was accused of hiring a hitman to kill his mistress’ former lover.

    Dr. Donald Plotnick was illegally selling machine guns and set a guy on fire over a drug debt.

    Part one of this tangled story weaves together a tale of murder and mayhem centered on the Columbus medical community.
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    22 mins
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