My Story of Growing Up in the Little Dixie Mafia | CRIME STORIES

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In this special episode of TheColdCases.com Podcast, host Dustin Terry shares his personal story and the roots of growing up in a real true crime family that shaped his perspective on crime, corruption, and the relentless pursuit of justice. Growing up in the shadows of the Little Dixie Mafia, Dustin reveals family stories of his grandfather’s uncles who were bank robbers, and how he witnessed government officials entangled with organized crime.

Raised in a world where people didn’t just follow laws but bent them, Dustin explains how this unique upbringing gave him a sharper lens for uncovering cold cases, unsolved crimes, and forgotten crimes. His background fuels his passion for investigative journalism, where he pieces together evidence, challenges cover-ups, and sheds light on real crimestories that others overlook.

This raw and candid episode gives listeners an inside look into why Dustin approaches true crime stories with such relentless determination—and why exposing the truth behind murder stories, hidden corruption, and unsolved crimesmatters.

Dustin also thanks his growing international audience, celebrating the podcast’s rise on the Apple Podcasts Top Charts in Malta, Pakistan, Kuwait, and Australia. It’s not just a story about his past—it’s a look at the mission driving TheColdCases.com to bring true crime journalism to the forefront and keep attention on the mysteries that demand answers. 🔎

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