I’ve spent years immersed in the dark, tangled world of cold cases across the Ozarks.

This experience has reshaped how I view storytelling, justice, and the very fabric of our society. As an investigative journalist, my podcast projects have been more than just true-crime stories; they’ve been a relentless pursuit of truth, a voice for the voiceless, and a testament to the resilience of grieving families still seeking answers. Each case is a thread in a larger tapestry of systemic failures, overlooked evidence, and the haunting reality that justice delayed is often justice denied. These stories on The Toll matter because they remind us that behind every headline is a real person whose life was stolen – and a name that should never be forgotten.

– Nancy Simpson