Bedste Hardboiled-podcasts (2024)

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E84: Writing Rat Face: A Point Blank Limited Series (Episode 10) 22:21

5M ago22:21

22:21

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) 18:40

7M ago18:40

18:40

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) 19:48

10M ago19:48

19:48

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) 19:55

11M ago19:55

19:55

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) 20:29

12M ago20:29

20:29

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) 14:08

1y ago14:08

14:08

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) 22:20

1y ago22:20

22:20

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) 22:02

1y ago22:02

22:02

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) 21:29

1y ago21:29

21:29

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) 18:54

1y ago18:54

18:54

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 40:13

1+ y ago40:13

40:13

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 58:29

1+ y ago58:29

58:29

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 41:43

1+ y ago41:43

41:43

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? 13:25

1+ y ago13:25

13:25

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Oily Preacher Part 5 - American Gothic 13:37

1+ y ago13:37

13:37

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Oily Preacher Part 4 - Bad Water 12:02

1+ y ago12:02

12:02

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Oily Preacher Part 3 - Let Go 13:08

1+ y ago13:08

13:08

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Oily Preacher Part 2 - What was Strike Told? 11:53

1+ y ago11:53

11:53

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Oily Preacher Part 1 - Some Place Cooler 12:23

2y ago12:23

12:23

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?Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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E71: -- Drive -- James Sallis 1:03:51

2y ago1:03:51

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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 12:08

2y ago12:08

12:08

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 11 - I Never Liked Him 11:42

2y ago11:42

11:42

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 10 - You Never Can Tell 11:59

2y ago11:59

11:59

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 9 - Burn Baby Burn 12:13

2y ago12:13

12:13

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 8 - The Lane Breeze Inn 11:59

2y ago11:59

11:59

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 7 - Trust but Verify 11:11

2y ago11:11

11:11

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 6 - The Missing Note 12:30

2y ago12:30

12:30

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 5 - Intrusion 13:02

2y ago13:02

13:02

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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Busman’s Yuletide: A Hardboiled Christmas Special 59:45

2y ago59:45

59:45

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?Af hardboiledpodcast

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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 4 - Hidden Coffee 12:32

2y ago12:32

12:32

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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Episode 70 -- Iceberg Slim -- Pimp 1:02:01

2y ago1:02:01

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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 16:17

2y ago16:17

16:17

Hunter goes to the Gonzalez mansion on Pensacola Beach to help him decide if he really wants to take a missing person's case.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Missing Maid Part 2: Which House! 10:56

2y ago10:56

10:56

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. 12:56

2y ago12:56

12:56

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 14:09

2y ago14:09

14:09

Hunter's friends, enemies, and business associates discuss Hunter's behavior during the past few days.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 15: Thieves and Brigands 12:34

2y ago12:34

12:34

Hunter James is going to attempt to rescue Wings and get this case finally resolvedAf NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 14: Amateurs 11:10

2y ago11:10

11:10

Hunter takes stock of the situation and makes a plan. With no hope of surviving the rescue, he arms himself and says his goodbyes.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 13: It's All Just One 10:45

2y ago10:45

10:45

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 12: Old Dogs 10:25

2y ago10:25

10:25

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 11: Mind the Iron Skillet 13:13

2y ago13:13

13:13

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 10: Sleep is Overrated. 12:12

2y ago12:12

12:12

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 9: Getting Hot 12:52

2y ago12:52

12:52

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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E69 - - Swag - - Elmore Leonard 58:12

2y ago58:12

58:12

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 11:35

2y ago11:35

11:35

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.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 7: Colombian Dark Roast and Chicory 13:13

2y ago13:13

13:13

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 13:03

2y ago13:03

13:03

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 38:11

2y ago38:11

38:11

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 1:00:59

2+ y ago1:00:59

1:00:59

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 1:07:29

2+ y ago1:07:29

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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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The Case of the Thieves and Brigands Part 5: Gentrification 13:14

2+ y ago13:14

13:14

Hunter James checks out the bar that Mrs. Fischer followed her husband to the night before, then asked questions about the carjacking at the mini-mall that Wings had been watching for him.Af NEW MEADOWS MEDIA

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