Point Blank is a podcast about hardboiled, noir, and detective fiction. Mixing serious analysis and humor, the co-hosts (Justin and Kurt) discuss classic or contemporary works of crime fiction in each episode. In addition to major works, they offer shorter reviews, and examine noir-ish topics such as alcoholism in detective fiction, the femme fatale, and race and labor in crime fiction. Stroll with Kurt and Justin down the rain drenched alleys and mean streets as they explore the fascinating ...
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淵野辺にあるスタジオラーク、ボイトレ『ネコジタ』がお送りするネットラジオ!スタジオラークのお客さんの曲を紹介しつつ、毎回様々なゲストを迎えいろいろなお話を伺っていこうという番組です!
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A regular look into the life and career of wannabe, hardboiled crime writer, Geoff Smith. Hardboiled reading. Hardboiled writing. And whatever else comes to mind. Cover art photo provided by Andrea Dibitonto on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@andrea_dibi
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Haunted by the ghosts of his recent past, PI Hunter James leaves Pensacola, Florida, in the hopes of finding the means to start a new life in South America. The problem is there are ghosts on whatever path he takes.
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Meet radio's hottest new detective - Jack Cassidy, PI! She may be a dame, but she's as tough and hard-bitten as the best in the biz. In thrilling weekly instalments, you can follow Jack's adventures as she matches wits with gangsters and grifters, bootleggers and bolsheviks, fascists and femme fatales. Welcome to the mean streets of Edmonton, 1936. The prairies will never be quite the same... Hardboiled is a queer noir mystery podcast from Empress of Blandings Productions, presented in assoc ...
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That's it. Join us for our last episode as we discuss The Long Goodbye and reflect on the show. Thank you to all who have listened and supported the show along the way. Leave the show in your podcast feed if you want to be notified of our future projects.Oleh Justin & Kurt
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E84: Writing Rat Face: A Point Blank Limited Series (Episode 10)
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Welcome to "Writing Rat Face," a Point Blank Limited Series on one writer's process of writing a 50,000 word novel first draft. Rat Face is a post-apocalyptic crime novel set in a world ravaged by nuclear war and climate change. The main character, Rat Face, is a noir-ish hitman and delinquent looking to solve his father figure's murder before the …
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E83: Writing Rat Face: A Point Blank Limited Series (Episode 9)
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Welcome to "Writing Rat Face," a Point Blank Limited Series on one writer's process of writing a 50,000 word novel first draft. Rat Face is a post-apocalyptic crime novel set in a world ravaged by nuclear war and climate change. The main character, Rat Face, is a noir-ish hitman and delinquent looking to solve his father figure's murder before the …
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E82: Writing Rat Face: A Point Blank Limited Series (Episode 8)
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Welcome to "Writing Rat Face," a Point Blank Limited Series on one writer's process of writing a 50,000 word novel first draft. Rat Face is a post-apocalyptic crime novel set in a world ravaged by nuclear war and climate change. The main character, Rat Face, is a noir-ish hitman and delinquent looking to solve his father figure's murder before the …
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E81: Writing Rat Face: A Point Blank Limited Series (Episode 7)
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Welcome to "Writing Rat Face," a Point Blank Limited Series on one writer's process of writing a 50,000 word novel first draft. Rat Face is a post-apocalyptic crime novel set in a world ravaged by nuclear war and climate change. The main character, Rat Face, is a noir-ish hitman and delinquent looking to solve his father figure's murder before the …
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E80: Writing Rat Face: A Point Blank Limited Series (Episode 6)
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Welcome to "Writing Rat Face," a Point Blank Limited Series on one writer's process of writing a 50,000 word novel first draft. Rat Face is a post-apocalyptic crime novel set in a world ravaged by nuclear war and climate change. The main character, Rat Face, is a noir-ish hitman and delinquent looking to solve his father figure's murder before the …
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E79: Writing Rat Face: A Point Blank Limited Series (Episode 5)
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Welcome to "Writing Rat Face," a Point Blank Limited Series on one writer's process of writing a 50,000 word novel first draft. Rat Face is a post-apocalyptic crime novel set in a world ravaged by nuclear war and climate change. The main character, Rat Face, is a noir-ish hitman and delinquent looking to solve his father figure's murder before the …
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E78: Writing Rat Face: A Point Blank Limited Series (Episode 4)
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Welcome to "Writing Rat Face," a Point Blank Limited Series on one writer's process of writing a 50,000 word novel first draft. Rat Face is a post-apocalyptic crime novel set in a world ravaged by nuclear war and climate change. The main character, Rat Face, is a noir-ish hitman and delinquent looking to solve his father figure's murder before the …
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E77: Writing Rat Face: A Point Blank Limited Series (Episode 3)
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Welcome to "Writing Rat Face," a Point Blank Limited Series on one writer's process of writing a 50,000 word novel first draft. Rat Face is a post-apocalyptic crime novel set in a world ravaged by nuclear war and climate change. The main character, Rat Face, is a noir-ish hitman and delinquent looking to solve his father figure's murder before the …
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E76 Writing Rat Face: A Point Blank Limited Series (Episode 2)
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Welcome to "Writing Rat Face," a Point Blank Limited Series on one writer's process of writing a 50,000 word novel first draft. Rat Face is a post-apocalyptic crime novel set in a world ravaged by nuclear war and climate change. The main character, Rat Face, is a noir-ish hitman and delinquent looking to solve his father figure's murder before the …
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E75: Writing Rat Face: A Point Blank Limited Series (Episode 1)
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Welcome to "Writing Rat Face," a Point Blank Limited Series on one writer's process of writing a 50,000 word novel first draft. Rat Face is a post-apocalyptic crime novel set in a world ravaged by nuclear war and climate change. The main character, Rat Face, is a noir-ish hitman and delinquent looking to solve his father figure's murder before the …
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E74: --The Third Man -- The Film
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Welcome! In this episode we discuss the film version of The Third Man. For the full plot summary and commentary on the novella, check out episode 73. We riff on our reactions to the film with the written story fresh in our minds. What a masterpiece! Truely a joy to watch, even when you know what's going to happen. ***Sorry this one took so long to …
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E73 -- The Third Man -- Graham Greene
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Blankers! We review Graham Greene's novella, The Third Man. Is it better than the film? Listen to hear our thoughts! Email the show: pointblanknoir@gmail.com Twitter: @pointblanknoir Facebook: Point Blank: Hardboiled, Noir, and Detective Fiction Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/point-blank-hardboiled-noir-detective-fiction/id1276038868…
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E72 -- Drive (the film) -- Sallis, Gosling, Refn
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Blankers! Last episode we discussed James Sallis's hardboiled, neo-noir classic Drive. This time we interrogate Nicholas Winding Refn's 2011 film adaptation starring Ryan Gosling. In what ways is the film better than the novel and vice versa? Hit play to find out! Get in touch with the show: pointblanknoir@gmail.com Facebook Group #crimefiction #re…
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The Case of the Oily Preacher Part 6 - Who's Bitey Now?
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Patsy Danube arrest Alan Strike even though she and Hunter James believe him to be innocent. As they return to the police station some new evidence is brought to them. Patsy, Hunter, and Wings setup a little sting.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Oily Preacher Part 5 - American Gothic
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Hunter James and Patsy Danube are invited into the Strike home, getting cleaned up and fed while Alan Strike and his wife Bet tell their side of the story and the deal they made with Reverend Lowe.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Oily Preacher Part 4 - Bad Water
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Hunter James finds himself clinging to the side of a ledge, uncertain of what will happen next. He has no idea what has happen to his friend Patsy Danube, nor who it was that is trying to kill them.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Oily Preacher Part 3 - Let Go
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Soon to be Police Chief Patsy Danube fills in Hunter James concerning the death of Pastor Lowe and they decide to visit Alan Strike at his ranch. They run into a bit of a car problem and don't make it to the ranch.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Oily Preacher Part 2 - What was Strike Told?
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Hunter James drops in at the local police station to see his old colleague Patsy Danube and gets the low down on preacher Lowe finding out what might be behind the preacher's untimely death.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Oily Preacher Part 1 - Some Place Cooler
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Hunter James receives an invitation from an old associate who is about to be promoted to Chief of Police and he invites George Baily, (Wings) along for a quick vacation. The new Chief asks Hunter to consult on a strange case. Murder or homicide?Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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E71: -- Drive -- James Sallis
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Get in and buckle up! In this episode, we cover Drive by James Sallis. It's a short work that speaks to the kind of crime fiction we love. For the appropriate listening experience break out your classic car and crank the stereo. Get in touch with the show: pointblanknoir@gmail.com Facebook Group #crimefiction #sallis #jamessallis #drive #noir…
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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 12 - Must Be The Hair Gel
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Hunter James sits down with Mike Regan at The Port of Call to recap the case. Finishes the day giving Chef Donna Knight and Rachel Gonzalez his final report before gifting Wings with a new tent.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 11 - I Never Liked Him
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Hunter James and Wings bring all the players together to reveal how and why Mr. Gonzalez and Hannah were killed and detain the murderer until the police arrive.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 10 - You Never Can Tell
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Hunter James and Wings have breakfast at the Lane Breeze Inn before finding Hannah, the missing maid. Hunter James questions Ida Lane concerning Unity Gonzalez's involvement. Then he tracks down Rachel Gonzalez.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 9 - Burn Baby Burn
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Hunter James continues his search at the Lane Breeze Inn and is joined by a homeless man looking to trade work for a meal, Wings. Both men settle in to their respective roles before the night really heats up.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 8 - The Lane Breeze Inn
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Hunter James heads north to the Gonzalez horse ranch to begin his investigation into the maid's disappearance. After dropping his luggage, Hunter heads off to the Bed and Breakfast that Chef Donna Knight had steered him to.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 7 - Trust but Verify
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Realizing he wasn't getting the complete picture Hunter James enlist the help of 'Wings' for some below the radar investigating. A phone conversation with Chef Knight and another with Yves Dawson are both illuminating.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 6 - The Missing Note
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Hunter James has a conversation with Rachel Gonzalez who wants to insert herself into his search for the missing maid, Hannah. Rachel reveals some information about a possible location in Alabama.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 5 - Intrusion
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Hunter James speaks with Chef Donna Knight and examines the scene of Mr. Gonzalez's murder and the servants' quarters, and finds Unity and Rachel Gonzalez having a very incriminating poolside conversation.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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Busman’s Yuletide: A Hardboiled Christmas Special
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An old friend has invited Jack and Effy to spend their Christmas at a luxurious hotel, and they're looking forward to the prospect of a nice, relaxing break from crime-solving. But will their holiday be the murder-free getaway they anticipated?Oleh hardboiledpodcast
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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 4 - Hidden Coffee
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Hunter James is introduced to his client, Chef Donna Knight, and begins to glean some information about Hannah the missing maid, and some interesting information surrounding the death of Mr. Gonzalez.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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Episode 70 -- Iceberg Slim -- Pimp
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For Episode 70, we visit mid-century urban America with Iceberg Slim's Pimp. This is a gritty memoir that sold millions of copies, yet remains under discussed in crime writing circles. We will talk about the good of this book, and we also dig into the problems we had with it. Email the show: pointblanknoir@gmail.com Facebook: Point Blank: Hardboile…
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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 3 The Portrait
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Hunter goes to the Gonzalez mansion on Pensacola Beach to help him decide if he really wants to take a missing person's case.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 2: Which House!
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Hunter talks with Mike about taking a case to find a missing maid. The maid worked at a 'fancy house' on Pensacola Beach. Hunter begins his research and discovers that it isn't just a fancy house; it is THE fancy house on Pensacola Beach and the scene of a murder. He believes the missing maid is dead.…
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Shamus The Case of the Missing Maid Part 1: The Aunt.
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Mike's employee wants to talk to Hunter about a maid who went missing from a house where his Aunt works as a chef. The maid went missing at the same time the house's owner died. The Aunt thinks he was murdered, and the police aren't too concerned about the maid. Mike is less than thrilled but calls Hunter because the Aunt will pay.…
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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 16: At Least He's Dressed
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Hunter's friends, enemies, and business associates discuss Hunter's behavior during the past few days.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 15: Thieves and Brigands
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Hunter James is going to attempt to rescue Wings and get this case finally resolvedOleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 14: Amateurs
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Hunter takes stock of the situation and makes a plan. With no hope of surviving the rescue, he arms himself and says his goodbyes.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 13: It's All Just One
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Hunter James gets a call from Doris Poole at Joey's Diner and meets with Mrs. Fischer and her attorney. Later Hunter has a confrontation with the Uber driver Able Thomas. Having a Reuben at the Port of Call Hunter starts to put it all together.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 12: Old Dogs
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Hunter James stops in at Le Cafe for some coffee and encounters a young almost Radiologist with some information. Later Hunter meets Mrs. Fischer at a dog park, ending his investigation of her not so unfaithful husband.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 11: Mind the Iron Skillet
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Hunter meets with Casas at Joey’s to discuss Hunter’s new relationship with the boss that hired both of them. Hunter then goes to the coffee shop to talk with Rachel, the coffee shop manager, about what she saw. What Rachel saw changed Hunter’s entire perspective of the case.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 10: Sleep is Overrated.
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Only trying to get some sleep after being savagely beaten by a professional boxer, Hunter is awakened at 2:00 am by someone else pounding on his door. Upon opening the door, he finds he is “invited” to immediately talk to the boss of the young man sent to pick him up.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 9: Getting Hot
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Hunter makes his way home and into bed after being savagely beaten by an expert. He manages to fall asleep despite his pain, only to be awakened by his two favorite police officers, Wes Bennett and Jaydee Montalbo.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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E69 - - Swag - - Elmore Leonard
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We finally get to Elmore Leonard! We asked for recommendations and received a lot of great suggestions from our listeners. Swag delivered with a tale of two robbers trying to make a buck. If they stick to the 10 rules, what can go wrong? Email the show: pointblanknoir@gmail.com Facebook: Point Blank: Hardboiled, Noir and Detective Fiction…
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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 8: Don't Get Comfy
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Hunter is ambushed by Dover and Crowley while waiting for the manager of the coffee shop to return. Dover warns Hunter to stop investigating or else before telling Crowley to "mess him up." Hunter comes to in a dumpster and makes his way home with a promise to return the favor to Dover and Crowley.Oleh NEW MEADOWS MEDIA
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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 7: Colombian Dark Roast and Chicory
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Hunter continues his investigation of the carjacking site by pretending he is considering the mall as a location for an office but is concerned with crime in the area. After being forced by a less than helpful barista to order coffee before Hunter can get his questions answered, Hunter discovers he likes chicory. He just doesn't like the name of th…
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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 6: The Guy On The Flyer
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Hunter, driven by the attack on his friend, begins an investigation of the alleyway carjacking site without real success. Hunter explores the scene and talks with people at the roofing company and free clinic. When Hunter goes to the hospital to visit Wings, Hunter learns the importance of the flyer found in Wings' hand.…
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E68: Book Vs Film -- The Treasure of the Sierra Madre
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With the book fresh in our minds we take a look at the classic film "The Treasure of the Sierra Madre" directed by John Huston and starring Humphrey Bogart. This is mostly a reaction episode looking at how the film diverged from the source material. Enjoy. Email: pointblanknoir@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: Point Blank: Noir, Hardboiled, and Detec…
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E67: The Treasure of the Sierra Madre -- B. Traven
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Greed. Ambition. Gold Fever. Adventure. Join us for a discussion of "The Treasure of the Sierra Madre" by the mysterious author B. Traven. Three men down on their luck strike out to find gold in the mountains of Mexico. Will they find their fortunes? Probably not or else it would be a boring book. While this one isn't exactly crime fiction, we thin…
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E66: Adios Muchachos -- Daniel Chavarria
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Bienvenido a Cuba! Grab a rum and join us for Adios Muchachos by Daniel Chavarria. Alicia is a woman looking for a rich man to help her escape. She's got a plan that involves a bicycle and seduction. What she doesn't plan for is a kidnapping. We discuss this novel, provide some short reviews, and touch on the world of Cuban Noir. Get in touch with …
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