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Culpable

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Join host Dennis Cooper as he explores unresolved cases where culpability has yet to be established. This acclaimed investigative series from the creators of Up and Vanished has tallied over 45 million downloads to-date.
The newest season digs into the mysterious death of 17-year-old Danny Violette, who went missing for 11 days in the fall of 1998, and was later found in a cornfield with a ligature mark around his neck and a tire tread across his body.
Season 2 followed the 2013 murder of 22-year-old Brittany Stykes, a young pregnant mother who was shot and killed while driving down a rural highway with her one-year-old daughter beside her in the vehicle.
Season 1 investigated the suspicious death of 21-year-old Christian Andreacchio, whose 2014 shooting was classified as a suicide after a 45 minute investigation, despite substantial evidence of possible foul play.
Culpable Case Review is a short-form adaptation of the franchise that raises awareness about under-reported cases as a means of helping victim's families in their search for answers.

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Nov 24, 2025 · 23 min
Inside the Investigation with Payne Lindsey, Dennis Cooper, and Kyle Tekiela
Have you ever wondered what happens off mic in an investigative podcast? Join Payne Lindsey (Up and Vanished), Dennis Cooper (Culpable), and Kyle Tekiela (Crook County) for a candid look inside making a hit series. Hear personal reflections about honest storytelling, lifelong bonds to the cases you cover, and maintaining curiosity despite external pressures. Hear raw, insider takes on the un-aired side of podcasting. Recorded live from the Tenderfoot TV stage at CrimeCon 2025.
S4 · E8
Oct 13, 2025 · 50 min
Domino Effect | 8
For more than 25 years, the Violette family have sought resolution in Danny's case. But some newly developed leads and advanced forensic technologies could finally help bring answers. Follow Culpable on our socials @CulpablePodcast Visit the website at ⁠culpablepodcast.com⁠ For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at ⁠https://tenderfoot.tv/plus
Oct 7, 2025 · 36 min
A Conversation with Matt
Dennis finally gets a chance to speak with Danny's friend, Matt, to discuss what he remembers from the days leading up to Danny's disappearance, and some of the allegations that have been made throughout the course of the investigation. Follow Culpable on our socials @CulpablePodcast Visit the website at ⁠culpablepodcast.com⁠ For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at ⁠https://tenderfoot.tv/plus
S4 · E7
Oct 6, 2025 · 50 min
Conflict of Interest | 7
When Danny’s case was re-investigated in 2014, informants provided an alarming account of what happened to him. Yet somehow, the information led nowhere. Were they simply discredited, or could there be another explanation for this? Follow Culpable on our socials @CulpablePodcast Visit the website at ⁠culpablepodcast.com⁠ For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at ⁠https://tenderfoot.tv/plus
S4 · E6
Sep 29, 2025 · 41 min
An Unreliable Witness | 6
The events of Friday night remain in question, due to inconsistent accounts and information omitted from the files. We know what happened that night did not lead to Danny’s death, but learning the truth about it could help lead to answers. Follow Culpable on our socials @CulpablePodcast Visit the website at ⁠culpablepodcast.com⁠ For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at ⁠https://tenderfoot.tv/plus
S4 · E5
Sep 22, 2025 · 46 min
The Last Sighting | 5
If Danny died within hours of his disappearance, determining who saw him last could be the key to solving this. But varying accounts of what happened that night, compounded by years of separation, will make it quite the challenge. Follow Culpable on our socials @CulpablePodcast Visit the website at ⁠culpablepodcast.com⁠ For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at ⁠https://tenderfoot.tv/plus
S4 · E4
Sep 15, 2025 · 39 min
Secondary Scene | 4
The condition of the body and evidence recovered from the scene have left many unanswered questions. With help from the coroner who performed Danny’s autopsy, we learn his cause of death and how he wound up in that field. Follow Culpable on our socials @CulpablePodcast Visit the website at ⁠culpablepodcast.com⁠ For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at ⁠https://tenderfoot.tv/plus
S4 · E3
Sep 8, 2025 · 45 min
A Bad Trip | 3
As authorities try to nail down the hours leading up to Danny’s death, a tip shifts their focus to the night before his disappearance, when Danny suffered a near death experience after taking some drugs. Even more concerning, he owed someone money for them. Follow Culpable on our socials @CulpablePodcast Visit the website at ⁠culpablepodcast.com⁠ For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at ⁠https://tenderfoot.tv/plus
Sep 4, 2025 · 48 sec
Ask Me Anything
Binge Culpable completely ad free only on Tenderfoot+. Subscribers also enjoy exclusive content including an upcoming Q&A episode about this season's case. For a chance to be featured in the episode send me a video or DM on Instagram @culpablepodcast or call our tip line at (470) 300-0238, and leave a voicemail with your question. Ask me anything about Danny Violette's case and tune in on September 17th to hear my response. Sign up for Tenderfoot+ on Apple Podcasts, or at tenderfootplus.com. Don't miss out on this very special episode.
S4 · E2
Sep 1, 2025 · 37 min
Still a Blur | 2
Since losing Danny, life has been a blur for the Violette family, as they've been left in the dark about the details surrounding his case. Now, we get a rare peek into the early days of the investigation and learn the first leads that detectives chased. Follow Culpable on our socials @CulpablePodcast Visit the website at ⁠culpablepodcast.com⁠ For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at ⁠https://tenderfoot.tv/plus
Aug 27, 2025 · 29 min
Inside Culpable: Behind the Mic with Dennis Cooper
In this exclusive interview, Dennis Cooper sits down with Status: Untraced’s Liam Luxon to give a behind-the-scenes look at how Danny Violette’s case became the focus of this season and what listeners can expect. Follow Culpable on our socials @CulpablePodcast Visit the website at ⁠culpablepodcast.com⁠ For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at ⁠https://tenderfoot.tv/plus
S4 · E1
Aug 25, 2025 · 39 min
The Kid in the Cornfield | 1
17-year-old Danny Violette vanished in the fall of 1998. 11 days later, his body was found in a cornfield with signs of foul play. His case has gone unsolved for over 25 years, but some renewed interest could help unravel this mystery. Follow Culpable on our socials @CulpablePodcast Visit the website at ⁠culpablepodcast.com⁠ For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at ⁠https://tenderfoot.tv/plus
Aug 18, 2025 · 2 min
Culpable Returns - A New Season
A bizarre mystery has haunted a small town for more than a quarter of a century, but it's not too late to change that.
Aug 13, 2025 · 55 sec
Just the Beginning
Years ago, I received an e-mail about a case. I never thought it would lead to this.
Jul 22, 2025 · 44 min
A Conversation w/ Emily
It’s been a few years since I interviewed Emily Hampton, Brittany Stykes’ sister. Find out what she’s been up to since the release of Season 2 and hear the latest on Brittany’s case.
Jul 15, 2025 · 1 hr
The Bystander Effect | 1 | Revisited
Let’s go back to 2022, when I started following the unsolved murder of Brittany Stykes, a young mother who was gunned down while driving through rural Ohio. Brittany’s story would be the focus of Season 2. Now, 3 years later, it’s time to go back and revisit it.
Jun 24, 2025 · 52 min
A Conversation w/ Rae
It’s been more than 6 years since I sat down with Christian’s mother, Rae Andreacchio, for the first time. Hear the latest on Christian’s case as we discuss the everything that’s happened since the release of Season 1.
Jun 17, 2025 · 45 min
Trust the Process | 1 | Revisited
As we gear up for a new season of Culpable, let’s take some time to revisit the ones that came before. Follow along as I go back to 2019, when I first learned about the suspicious death of Christian Andreacchio, the young man who inspired the creation of this podcast. Listen to the very first episode of Culpable with a fresh perspective.
Feb 26, 2025 · 33 min
Remembering Christian - Trust The Process I 1 (Republish)
On February 26, 2014, 21-year-old Christian Andreacchio was killed under suspicious circumstances. I spent years of my life investigating his case and following his family in their pursuit of justice. This podcast exists because of Christian and the impact he made on my life and countless others. Today is a day to remember him. Let’s go back to where it all started.
Jul 3, 2024 · 38 min
Culpable 5-Year Review I Live From CrimeCon 2024
June 2024 marked 5 years since the release of the very first episode of Culpable - investigating the case of Christian Andreacchio. At that time nobody could have imagined where the road would lead, but a lot has happened since then. As Dennis and the team reached this new milestone, they decided to take some time to do a bit of reflection as well as a look ahead. And there's no better setting than the place where it all began, CrimeCon.

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