Dakota Spotlight Standalone Stories and Limited Series
Not every story fits neatly into a season — some deserve to stand alone. Here you’ll find Dakota Spotlight standalone stories, limited series, and Case Snapshots. These episodes go beyond the regular seasons to explore unsolved murders, strange disappearances, and crimes that left lasting scars on communities. From single-episode deep dives to multi-part limited series, they showcase host James Wolner’s relentless curiosity and commitment to uncovering the truth, even in the most obscure or overlooked cases. Each story shines a light on hidden chapters of the Upper Midwest’s history.
Whether you’re catching up on episodes you missed or discovering them for the first time, these stories reflect the versatility of Dakota Spotlight’s storytelling — some unfold minute by minute, others offer decades-later reflections. Together, they provide a broader understanding of how crime, memory, and justice intersect in the Upper Midwest and beyond. Start listening and experience Dakota Spotlight’s unique approach to true crime outside the regular seasons, and see how each case reveals something new about the people and places it touches.
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When you’re ready for more, don’t miss Dakota Spotlight’s acclaimed full seasons. Each season takes you deeper into a single investigation, uncovering the truth behind some of the region’s most gripping unsolved murders, disappearances, and mysteries. These longer stories allow listeners to immerse themselves in the people, the places, and the unanswered questions that define each case. Start listening to the full seasons today to hear why Dakota Spotlight has become one of the most trusted and compelling true crime podcasts — and continue uncovering the stories that still matter.