A live recording of the nationally known "Crimes of the Centuries" podcast will bring together true crime storytelling and Butler County history at Ross High School's Performing Arts Center in Hamilton on Sept. 12.
The event will give attendees a chance to watch journalists Amber Hunt and Amanda Rossmann record an episode before a live audience, according to a community announcement from the Butler County Historical Society.
"Hit the Record Button: A Live 'Crimes of the Centuries' Podcast Experience" is scheduled for 7 p.m. at the theater, located at 3601 Hamilton Cleves Road.
The two-hour program will focus on a Butler County murder case from the late 19th century, examining the crime, the trial that followed and the people and circumstances connected
to the case. According to the announcement, the case sparked intense public debate, included elements of vigilante violence and involved a nationally known attorney, making it one of the county's most notable courtroom stories.
Hunt spent 30 years in journalism, including eight years as a crime reporter for the Detroit Free Press. From 2013 to 2025, Hunt worked as an investigative reporter for The Cincinnati Enquirer. Hunt has also written several true-crime books and appeared on television programs focused on crime.
Rossmann worked as a visual journalist for The Cincinnati Enquirer for more than 15 years and was part of a Pulitzer Prize-winning team.
Together, Hunt and Rossmann have produced podcasts that received regional Edward R. Murrow Awards for news documentary and investigative reporting.
What attendees can expect
The Butler County Historical Society is promoting the event to people interested in local history, journalism, true-crime stories and unusual events from the past.
The program includes a question-and-answer session, allowing audience members to interact directly with the podcast hosts.
A VIP package includes reserved seating, a meet-and-greet with the "Crimes of the Centuries" team, photo and autograph opportunities, themed snacks and a signed copy of Hunt's latest book based on cases featured in the podcast.
Tickets and event details
General admission tickets cost $35, while Butler County Historical Society members can attend for $25. The VIP package costs $70. Tickets are available through the Butler County Historical Society website at bchistoricalsociety.com.
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This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Live true-crime podcast brings Butler County case to stage
