Going West: True Crime

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Daphne Woolsoncroft and Heath Merryman discuss haunting details of different disappearance and murder cases week by week. New episodes released every Tuesday and Friday.

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  • knoxbronson
    Going west still going strong
    These two have an uncanny knack for bringing sometimes horrific crimes alive. I find the episodes to be well-structured and their banter to be very entertaining. The episodes are nicely edited, and I like the way they use music.
  • Lizzie!-100
    Love Going West
    Heath and Daphne, please be safe. The devastation in California breaks our hearts. Your podcast is wonderful as usual. Thanks for the hard work you two do each week. Most of all, please take care of yourselves.
  • louiesrickshaw
    It’s 2
    Aren’t you cute. You consistently use language ineptly, and now you’ve made your own adorable faces the focus of your true crime stories. Live another 30-40 years and then sit by my grave and tell me how ashamed you are of your younger selves. I will understand.
  • kjsandy0704
    Incredible podcast. Incredible hosts.
    I’m an avid true crime podcast listener and Going West is my favorite for their engaging content and amazing story telling. The hosts seem like such good people and are clearly passionate about what they do. Always excited when a new episode comes out! Highly recommend.
  • Lil Lizifer X
    Very good
    These two chuckleheads are adorable. They sure do their best to present everything they find. I love how emotionally invested they are in these stories they tell us. Makes so much sense after I just heard the part about Daphne’s aunt- so sorry y’all went through that. 🫂 (also, Daphne, I will never get over how much you sound like Elliot from SCRUBS lol so fun)
  • JulianLoganAmy
    Love the new pic!!!
    I’ve been listening to the podcast for a few years now. I think you guys do a great job. I might’ve already left a review before, but it never hurts to leave a 2nd one from a forgetful fan. 😂
  • Bkdebrn
    Kudos!!
    I am listening to the first episode since the announcement of being part of the Unwell Squad. The greatest difference is a the noticeable decrease in commercials which only serves to enhance the overall audience experience. This is coming from a true fan who has been listening for years. Keep up the great content.
  • @jen_mar.5
    Love this podcast!
    I discovered this podcast a couple years ago and it’s really gotten me into true crime. Daphne and Heath do a great job diving into each story. I was slowly making my way into all the older episodes and still had about 40 left (that weren’t bonuses). Since the switch to a new platform, they seem to have disappeared. Is there a way to get all the older episodes back? I would love to listen to the old episodes from 2020 that I had on my list still!
  • jm17230$$$
    Greats hosts
    Put together very well
  • Workhardorgohome
    It's Fine?
    Some episodes are really good some I think can use a little better research. The biggest issue I have is the weird moral commentary and there's some discussions that result in...nothing? I showed up hoping to be potentially helpful in learning about the missing and maybe helping spread the word. But find the episodes recently just "ok".
  • hazey 4
    Excellent Hosts-Fantastic Content
    I’ve been listening to Going West for a few years now. The content is well written and the interactions between the two hosts (Daphne and Heath) are entertaining and informative. They seem to genuinely care about the subject matter and that comes through in how they demonstrate respect for the victims and their families. They often cover cases you won’t hear about anywhere else and I look forward to the each new episode!
  • LadyCaprese
    Lame
    Don’t be a stranger? Don’t block people on socials for having varying opinions. Heaven forbid. Also, offensive language from the chick. Hypocrite. This podcast would be better if she were not a part of it.
  • 5599NMD
    Great storytellers
    Great team! Interesting that this couple leaves the listeners thru the story and also answers all the questions we normally have without being overly lengthy! Perfect pick for a quality podcast!!
  • USMCrob5
    Love this podcast
    Been listening nonstop when at work or have free time ! -Roberto San Antonio
  • JillyJaMM88
    Case Lead
    Oregon Serial Killer? 4 women in there 20s DA links 2023 POI Jesse Lee Calhoun
  • DDPirate
    Stop interrupting Heath.
    I’ve been listening to Going West for a while now. I truly enjoy the podcast and it’s definitely been exciting to see the overall content and quality improve since the beginning. Additionally, following you guys on social media is great because it does help the listener to feel more connected to the hosts, with that being said, I feel that Daphne talks over Heath and interrupts Heath frequently. I’ve also observed that Daphne will make a point that is unclear Heath will comment to provide an alternate point and then Daphne says “that’s what I’m saying” essentially cutting him off and making it sound like she knows more. I’m not sure if that’s just her personality or if she feels inferior, but it’s offensive. Also, there is a lot of swearing for a “clean” podcast. 4/1: I tried again. It just gets worse. I give up. 11/16: Why do I try? Judy gets worse and Daphne is just so annoying.
  • Puzzle2001
    Loved at first
    I like all the content except the frequent off color words are off putting.
  • Rynmaru
    Gold Standard
    Always focused on being respectful and informative, this podcast does the best job out of any I have listened to with humanizing the victims and keeping the focus on them rather than the perpetrators. The focus on recent and active cases and the emphasis on community action and the resources provided are to be commended, and the hosts are genuinely incredible in how thorough their research is. Keep up the incredible work, I’ll be listening for as long as you are posting episodes, and then some!
  • mmrbrb
    A script editor would add so much value
    The production value is generally great and the stories are interesting but the malapropisms, redundancies, and terrible grammar is an irritating distraction. Even a proofreader would benefit this promising show significantly.
  • Avsteluga
    So boring
    The episodes have become soooo boring, and shallow. Like they are just being pushed out for content. Miss the old content.
  • GuyDudeBroThe4th
    Well done
    The research is thorough and the presentation is respectful of the victims.
  • Bashman81
    Man come on yall!
    Long time listener, love the show but yall said Parkersburg Virginia, it’s West Virginia.
  • JOSE412163
    Love the story telling
    Love the story telling but the way they emphasize so much importance on their personal commentaries. And the way they assume everyone is interested in their relationship. The way the guy just acquiesce to everything she says. There’s equality and there’s being someone’s B. It’s ok to naturally disagree.
  • Bradley Ronald
    One of my favorites
    I came across Going West podcast when I was searching for information on the story of Meredith Emerson, a kidnapped hiker in Dawsonville, Georgia. After listening to Daphne and Heath tell that story, I was hooked. I feel like I’m sitting down with two friends discussing the stories. Going West has kept me company on so many drives I do driving from Georgia to Memphis for work. Love you everything about it!
  • 193739402729495
    Horribly loud background noise
    Tried really hard to listen but the music and background noise is SO loud. You can’t focus on what’s being said because of it. You don’t need these fillers, just speak on the important content.
  • lhausler
    A favorite
    Good info Told in a respect way. Good cases.
  • APF215
    One of my favorites!
    I’ve been listening since the beginning and I love this show! A must listen if you like true crime.
  • Jeff Miller1
    Outstanding podcast
    Keep it up you guys are outstanding. Awesomely better since Daphne is NOT the other host…haha
  • Nordia (Novato,CA)
    Amazing!!
    Love your podcast you guys are definitely amazing.
  • Meedeegirly
    The Best
    This is my favorite true crime podcast! Love you guys so much!
  • RIP/KURT
    Surprised
    I didn’t expect to like Going West, as everything out lately is garbage. Going West is well done though and has become one of favorites.
  • Bea Ortiz
    Great show
    I really enjoy listening to this show to space out. Please just lose the random curse words, so unnecessary. Otherwise love listening
  • DMB1960
    Great Podcast
    This is a great true crime podcast. Heath and Daphne work well together and their story telling skills are great. Dawn Fuquay-Varina, NC
  • Best podcast I’ve heard
    Asher Lee
    I love this podcast! I’m from flagstaff Arizona and I love just sharing these with my coworkers and friends , you guys make my whole day with your podcast
  • geneviiiiiieveeeeee
    Appreciate the honesty
    Cases like Sonya Ivanoff’s do NOT get told enough. I’ve been listening to you guys for years and you guys made me so proud with this episode.
  • Krrystaaal
    Even got my daughter to say “ don’t be a stranger” 🫶🏻
    I was only listening to inhumane and crime junkies and I was struggling to find another podcast I would like & I found you guys I’ve been listening for a month or two and you guys are great always giving all the details but also make it fun to listen to ! - Krystal from Las Vegas ☀️
  • Kats Mac
    Great Podcast. Love these guys
    Not only do I love the cases that they cover but I love their added comments and speculations. They are fun to listen to.
  • Personwithopinion
    You go west so I go west 😆
    You two have great voices, a natural cadence and flow between one another, and I love the research and way you present cases. I only wish you had new episodes daily. Yes daily. In a sea of many true crime podcasts, there are only a handful that rise to the top. Maybe you could start one on just little known mysteriously missing people where there are no known suspects. ETA: ugh--you both say GD a lot. I understand if it's not offensive to you, but please understand it IS highly offensive to some and makes me legit sad. You both are so diligent about making sure you are not offensive anyone's lifestyles on your podcast except for this one area. I listen to podcasts all day every day, and there is not a single podcast out there that has more sponsored ads than this one. Fortunately, I can skip them 30 seconds at a time, though it is annoying. Every single time.
  • Justasubscriber
    I LOVE this podcast. I listen every single week.
    This is my absolute favorite podcast!!
  • Niiicccki
    80’s porn music?
    It’s a decent podcast. I wish there wasn’t random 80’s porn music dubbed over the voices though
  • JenMae
    Best podcast ever!
    I listen to this podcast all the time! Especially to fall asleep to 😉Daphne and Heath’s voices are so super soothing and I love listening to them get into the details of the true crime story that they’re telling!! These guys really do their research!🧐 Just a small note about the latest episode 449- around time stamp 8:36 Heath says “his mothers daughter” but I think he means “his daughters mother” 👩 I don’t know if you’d want to edit the episode or not but thought I would share!! Truly love you guys!!! 💜
  • keyskendamas
    Best podcast
    You guys get me through my work day that’s for sure! Thanks so much for being one of the best podcast to listen to! Especially for the true crime junkies like me. I’m Keanu from Portland Oregon (funny enough because so many cases are from here) haha I love y’all!
  • It’s definitely Sarah
    Stop apologizing
    Love you guys! The word ‘speculation’ gets a bad rap- it’s just brainstorming & if it were my loved one with an unsolved case, I would want all eyes, ears, & brains on it, so please keep doing what you’re doing! One teeensie bit of feedback, y’all are the sweetest & so polite, but the apologies for mispronouncing or repeating info are distracting & diluting. xoxo
  • Latheama8
    Really?
    Daphne and Heath have great chemistry. (I hop so since they are married!) I really feel like this is a super shallow podcast that gives nothing but the highlights and doesn’t bother to dig deep on anything. I’ve tried it and left and tried again multiple times and I’m always left feeling….empty.
  • teresa reaves
    One of the best true crime podcasts out there!
    I’m a long time listener and I just love Heath and Daphne. They are great storytellers with not a lot of banter. Just the right amount. I love when Heath sings his little songs like “Just get a Divorce”. lol 😂 Daphne is beautiful and her voice is buttery and soothing. I consider this podcast one of my top five! ❤️🙌🏼
  • SR739520
    Who is Gon-ZWAL-ez?!
    I like y’all but this Texan couldn’t finish the 10/15/24 episode about The Phantom Killer in Texarkana due to Heath’s pronunciation of Gonzalez. There is no ‘W’ in the name no matter how you say it. Maybe a lilting ’h’ if anything but that ‘W’ is a deal killer for me LOL.
  • jessiepray
    Excellence in Podcasting!
    Daphne and Heath are true professionals that approach every case with wit, charm & intelligence. Their case selections are enlightening and often lesser-well-known and they treat their subjects with the utmost respect. I appreciate that they allow themselves to be vulnerable and honest with their audience, while never distracting from the real subject of their episodes: the missing and murdered.
  • Tramac2016
    Inaccurate
    I recently learned that your podcast does not report correct, or all information, in your episodes. If you did your research correctly and didn’t make up your own ideas that hurt the family of the victim you might have kept more listeners. You’ve lost my respect and probably the respect of many listeners after your latest episode on Courtney Coco. How disappointing of you to put an already grieving family through your inaccuracies. How many other family’s have you done this to?
  • northcarolinia
    Old version
    Today the hosts redid an old podcast. They played a clip from the old version. Now I remember why I started listening to ‘going west’ - calm assertive voices. Now it’s mostly the hosts yelling to get a point across instead of intelligently using words. But I’m still a fan.
  • SLCFOREVER
    Menendez Brothers
    The insights given into the Mendez brothers are intelligent and heart felt. Heath shares the unimaginable and often discounted true life experience that so many males live a lifetime dealing with. Daphne, as is her nature, is thorough and sympathetic. This is a great 2 part episode!!!
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