Crime Family
By: AJ, Katie & Lisa Porter
Language: en-ca
Categories: Society, Culture, News, True Crime
Hosted by three siblings who all share a love of true crime, this podcast keeps it all in the family. Each week, we will be discussing cases from around the globe. Whether it's unsolved or 'case closed', high-profile or unknown, we're on it. Join us every Wednesday for your weekly dose of true crime with a deadly twist!
Episodes
THE UNSOLVED JENNIFER KESSE CASE
Jan 07, 2026In January 2006, 24-year-old Jennifer Kesse vanished from her Orlando condo without a trace. Her apartment showed signs of a normal morning routine — but she never made it to work. Later, her car was found abandoned at a nearby complex, with surveillance footage capturing an unidentified person dropping it off. The case quickly grew into one of Florida’s most haunting mysteries, marked by limited evidence, a faceless person of interest, and years of unanswered questions. Recent developments have reignited the investigation, but the case remains unsolved.
In this episode, we walk through Jennifer’s final known hours...
MYSTERY MAN: THE PETER BERGMANN CASE
Dec 31, 2025In June 2009, a quiet, gray-haired man checked into a Sligo, Ireland hotel under the name Peter Bergmann—a name that would later prove false.
Over the next three days, he wandered the town systematically disposing of personal belongings while evading CCTV, and keeping his movements eerily deliberate. When his body washed up dead on a local beach, investigators found no wallet, no phone, no identification—and no clues to who he really was.
We retrace his final steps, examine the meticulous way he erased his identity, and explore theories ranging from...
Duration: 00:44:00THE DISAPPEARANCE OF THE SODDER CHILDREN (CHRISTMAS EVE, 1945)
Dec 24, 2025On Christmas Eve 1945, a devastating house fire tore through the Sodder family home in Fayetteville, West Virginia. By morning, five of the Sodder children were presumed dead. But as the fires were put out, one haunting question remained: where were the bodies?
In this episode, we unravel the baffling disappearance of the Sodder Children- from missing remains and incomplete fire investigations to strange sightings, unanswered threats, and a mother who refused to accept the official story, this mystery spans decades. Was the fire an accident, or a carefully staged cover-up? And if the children s...
Duration: 01:17:30REVISITING THE WRONGFUL CONVICTION OF ADNAN SYED
Dec 17, 2025This week, we’re re-visting one of the most notorious wrongful-conviction cases in modern true crime: the story of Adnan Syed. In this episode, we unravel the whirlwind of developments since his conviction was vacated in 2022 — from the evidence (or lack thereof) that set him free after 23 years behind bars, to the legal rollercoaster that followed.
After HBO dropped a brand-new fifth chapter of The Case Against Adnan Syed docuseries, the case has exploded back into the spotlight. We break down the biggest revelations from the documentary and the new fore...
Duration: 00:52:27THE DISAPPEARANCE OF THE SPRINGFIELD THREE (PART 2)
Dec 10, 2025In June 1992, Suzanne Streeter, her friend Stacy McCall, and Suzanne’s mother, Sherill Levitt, vanished without a trace in the early morning hours. Their home showed almost no signs of disturbance—yet a few unsettling details inside left investigators and the community searching for answers.
In part two of our coverage, we explore the leading theories in this perplexing case, including the involvement of two prolific serial killers with strange and compelling connections to the disappearances. We also examine the role of a freelance journalist and amateur investigator who emerges with intriguing claims.
THE DISAPPEARANCE OF THE SPRINGFIELD THREE (PART 1)
Dec 03, 2025In part one of this two-part episode, we dive into the baffling disappearance of the Springfield Three. In June 1992, Suzanne Streeter, her friend Stacy McCall, and Suzanne’s mother, Sherill Levitt, mysteriously vanished in the early morning hours—leaving behind a home that showed almost no signs of a struggle. Still, several odd details inside the house left investigators and the community puzzled.
Despite decades of searches and countless theories, no definitive evidence has ever surfaced and the case remains unsolved. In part one of our discussion, we break down the timeline of that fate...
Duration: 00:57:20THE MYSTERIOUS DEATH OF ELLEN GREENBERG
Nov 26, 2025CRIME FAMILY is back!
In our first episode of season seven, we explore the shocking and deeply disputed 2011 death of 27-year-old Philadelphia teacher Ellen Greenberg, who was found in her locked apartment with 20 stab wounds — yet her death was ultimately ruled a suicide. We walk through the chilling scene, the conflicting autopsy results, and the forensic evidence that has baffled experts and fueled public debate for more than a decade.
From the bruises on Ellen’s body to the wounds in areas she shouldn’t have been able to reach, and her...
Duration: 01:11:20THE TRIAL OF SEAN "DIDDY" COMBS
Jun 04, 2025In our season six finale, we cover the trial of Sean "P. Diddy" Combs. Once a major figure in the music industry, Diddy now faces serious allegations, including sex trafficking, assault, and other federal crimes.
We break down the timeline of events — from the first civil lawsuits in 2023 to the federal raids on his homes and the growing list of accusers. We also look at what’s known so far about the government’s case, the response from Diddy’s legal team, and the latest developments from the high-profile criminal trial.
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Duration: 01:11:58THE WRONGFUL CONVICTION OF THOMAS JAMES (PATREON UNLOCKED)
May 28, 2025This week, we are unlocking a bonus episode from our Patreon page. Originally available since last year for patrons only, it's now available free for everyone. We will be back with our season finale episode next week!
What’s in a name? For Thomas James, his name was his downfall. A combination of bad luck, bad police work, and a bad reputation landed Thomas in jail for over 30 years for the murder of Francis McKinnon. What seemed like an open and shut case proved to be a tragic miscarriage of justice, punishing an innocent ma...
Duration: 00:23:51THE UNSOLVED DYLAN EHLER CASE
May 21, 2025On May 6, 2020 in the small town of Truro, Nova Scotia, a normal spring afternoon turned into a nightmare when three-year-old Dylan Ehler vanished without a trace. One moment, he was playing in his grandmother’s backyard — the next, he was gone. Within minutes, a frantic search began, and by the end of the day, only two small rubber boots were found near a fast-moving brook.
In this episode, we take a closer look at the disappearance of Dylan Ehler — a case that has haunted his family and baffled investigators for five years. We walk throug...
Duration: 00:44:47THE DEVELOPING CASE OF MISSING SIBLINGS LILLY & JACK SULLIVAN
May 14, 2025On May 2 2025, siblings Lily, aged 6, and Jack, aged 4, disappeared from their home in rural Nova Scotia, leaving behind few clues and countless questions. The peaceful community of Lansdowne Station was shaken as search crews scoured the surrounding forest, but days later, the children remain missing.
In this episode, we examine the facts of the case so far, the growing concerns from the public and the questions surrounding how two young children could vanish without a trace. As the investigation shifts direction, one thing is certain: the search for Jack and Lily is far from...
Duration: 00:36:16A DEEP DIVE INTO AMANDA KNOX'S MEMOIR "FREE: MY SEARCH FOR MEANING"
May 07, 2025In this episode, we delve into Free: My Search for Meaning, the new memoir from Amanda Knox, whose name became synonymous with one of the most controversial murder cases of the 21st century.
We unpack the most compelling takeaways from the book, including Knox’s struggles with re-entry into American life after spending years in an Italian prison, her total loss of anonymity and, years later, her emotional return to Italy to meet face-to-face with the prosecutor who helped put her behind bars.
The book examines Knox’s reckon...
Duration: 00:56:39THE UNSOLVED DISAPPEARANCE OF KIMBERLY MCANDREW
Apr 30, 2025On August 12, 1989, nineteen-year-old Kimberly McAndrew left work early on a Saturday afternoon in Halifax, Nova Scotia, excited for the weekend ahead. Somewhere between the store and her home, she vanished. No witnesses, no clear evidence — just a young woman missing without explanation. In the nearly 36 years since she disappeared, the only reported sighting of her was at a flower shop on the opposite side of the city that same afternoon, but there's still a debate about whether this was actually her or not.
In this episode, we revisit the key details of Kimberly’s last known move...
THE MURDERS OF STEPHEN BERRY AND STONI BLAIR (PATREON UNLOCKED)
Apr 23, 2025*This week, in lieu of a regular episode, we're bringing you a bonus case from the Patreon vault. Originally released in 2022 as a Patreon bonus, we're now unlocking it for all listeners. *
It took years for authorities to uncover the horror that had taken place at the home of Mitchelle Blair and her four children. When she was evicted from her apartment, the single mother was found nearby at a neighbour's home with only two of her children. Where were Stephen and Stoni? How had years gone by and no one reported Stephen or...
THE KIDNAPPING HOAX OF SHERRI PAPINI
Apr 16, 2025In November 2016, Sherri Papini — a young mother of two from Redding, California — vanished during a routine jog, triggering a frantic three-week search and nationwide media attention. Twenty-two days later, she reappeared beaten and shackled on the side of a highway and her account of a violent abduction by two masked women shocked the public and baffled investigators. But as the years passed, cracks in her story began to show.
In this episode, we unravel Sherri's web of lies, the forensic breakthroughs, and the stunning confession that revealed a meticulously staged kidnapping — and try to determi...
Duration: 01:03:26THE UNSOLVED DISAPPEARANCE OF MAURA MURRAY
Apr 09, 2025On February 9, 2004, 21-year-old nursing student Maura Murray drove from the University of Massachusetts campus to the snowy backroads of rural New Hampshire—and disappeared after a minor car accident, leaving behind a wrecked car, some belongings and more questions than answers.
This week, we dive into the strange and unsettling details of one of the most haunting missing persons cases in modern true crime. We discuss cryptic emails and sudden travel plans to witness accounts and brand new revelations about a man's mysterious connection to this case through unrelated charges in another state.
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Duration: 01:26:55KIMBERLY SULLIVAN'S HOUSE OF HORRORS: A DEVELOPING STORY
Apr 02, 2025On February 17, 2025, firefighters responded to a house fire in Waterbury, Connecticut. But what they discovered was far more shocking than the flames—a severely emaciated 32-year-old man, the unmistakable victim of years of neglect and abuse.
Authorities now allege that he had been held captive in that home for over two decades, since the age of 11. As more details emerge, disturbing accounts of his ordeal paint a grim picture of a system that failed him. Evidence suggests that officials had a chance to intervene 20 years ago, yet he tragically slipped through the cracks of a...
Duration: 00:56:46THE UNSOLVED DISAPPEARANCE OF BRYCE LASPISA
Mar 26, 2025Bryce Laspisa returned to college for his sophomore year after a successful freshman year and a great summer. But within days of the new semester, his behaviour took a sudden and troubling turn—he began staying up all night, drinking heavily, and misusing Vyvanse (a stimulant similar to Adderall) without a prescription.
One night while acting erratically, he calls his mother and says he has something important to tell her. Soon after, he sets off on what should have been a simple seven-hour drive from his college in Rocklin, California to his parents’ home. But...
Duration: 01:14:38SHOCKING UPDATES IN THE IDAHO MURDERS CASE
Mar 19, 2025This week, we discuss the intriguing updates in the Idaho Murders case. As Bryan Kohberger (the man charged with the quadruple murder of four college students in November 2022) prepares for trial, new insights into his defense team's arguments have been revealed.
We also listen to the newly released 911 call from the two surviving roommates- a call that has been kept away from the public until now. Plus, we uncover new possible doubt about the crucial DNA evidence. Join us for all the most recent updates as we gear up for this high-profile trial.<...
Duration: 00:47:18THE CASE OF "WELLNESS SCAMMER" BELLE GIBSON
Mar 12, 2025This week, we discuss the gripping story of Belle Gibson, the Australian wellness influencer whose empire was built on lies and deception. Claiming to have cured her terminal brain cancer through diet and natural remedies, Belle rose to fame in the health and wellness world, except her story was far from the truth. Behind her carefully curated online persona, Gibson was concealing the fact that she had never been diagnosed with cancer.
We dive into how Gibson used her fabricated cancer journey to sell her app, "The Whole Pantry," and her book, both of...
Duration: 00:57:42MAJOR UPDATES IN THE UNSOLVED ASHA DEGREE CASE
Mar 05, 2025Big updates have emerged in the case of Asha Degree! In February 2000, 9-year-old Asha vanished from her home in the middle of a stormy night. Despite a few reported sightings of her from that night, she was never seen or heard from again. For nearly 25 years, the mystery surrounding her disappearance remained unsolved.
This week, we explore the significant breakthroughs in the case, including the discovery of new DNA evidence, search warrants conducted by the FBI, and potentially damning text messages linked to potential suspects. After over two decades, we may finally be closer...
Duration: 00:51:04THE MYSTERIOUS DEATH OF AMANDA ANTONI
Feb 26, 2025This week, we discuss the mysterious death of 31-year-old Amanda Antoni, whose body was discovered in the basement of the family home under suspicious circumstances in Calgary, Canada. What initially seemed like an unfortunate accident soon turned into a case full of unanswered questions.
We walk through the timeline of events from Amanda's last known whereabouts to the moment her husband Lee discovered her body in the basement days later. We’ll also discuss the investigation, what was uncovered, and the challenges investigators faced in piecing together what happened. With little clarity around Amanda's of...
Duration: 01:35:46"MOMFLUENCER" EXPOSED: THE RUBY FRANKE & JODI HILDEBRANDT CASE
Feb 19, 2025This week, we’re covering the disturbing case of Ruby Franke, the "momfluencer" behind the successful YouTube channel 8 Passengers, and her business partner, Jodi Hildebrandt. Once known for showcasing her family's lives online, Ruby’s picture-perfect image came crashing down when she and Jodi were arrested on serious child abuse charges. How did things get so bad? What warning signs were missed? And how did they keep their dark secrets hidden for so long?
Join us as we break down the case, the shocking details of their arrest, and what we t...
Duration: 01:09:26THE DISAPPEARANCE OF AMY LYNN BRADLEY
Feb 12, 2025This week, we discuss the case of Amy Lynn Bradley, a vibrant 23-year-old woman who vanished without a trace while on a family cruise aboard the Royal Caribbean’s Rhapsody of the Seas in March 1998. Despite extensive searches and investigations, Amy’s whereabouts remain a mystery. This twist-filled story includes several chilling sightings and unanswered questions.
We dive into the eerie timeline of events leading up to her disappearance, witness accounts, and the strange behavior of crew members that raised suspicions. Was Amy a victim of foul play, an accidental trag...
Duration: 01:27:30THE MURDER OF UNITED HEALTHCARE CEO BRIAN THOMPSON
Feb 05, 2025This week, we discuss the shocking murder of Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, who was fatally shot outside the New York Hilton Midtown hotel in December 2024. Thompson, a prominent leader in the health care industry, was in New York for a conference when his life was tragically cut short.
We delve into the life of the alleged perpetrator, 26-year-old Luigi Mangione, who was arrested days later in Altoona, Pennsylvania, and now faces multiple charges, including murder as an act of terrorism. What motivated Mangione, and how was he tracked down across state lines?<...
Duration: 01:29:37THE MURDER TRIALS OF LYLE AND ERIK MENENDEZ
Jan 29, 2025In this episode, we explore the infamous case of Erik and Lyle Menendez, who were accused of murdering their affluent parents, José and Kitty Menendez, in their Beverly Hills residence in August 1989 after years of alleged sexual abuse.
Following the release of the recent "The Menendez Brothers," documentary on Netflix, new developments have reignited national discourse regarding the case and we discuss the ongoing debate surrounding the potential revision of their sentences, which could lead to the brothers' release after 35 years behind bars. Additionally, we discuss how a modern understanding of male sexual abuse victims may b...
BONUS EPISODE: ROMANCE SCAM VICTIM SUZANA THAYER
Jan 27, 2025**In this bonus episode, we are releasing one from the Patreon vault. Originally released on February 23, 2024 for our paid members only, you can now listen to this episode for FREE!**
Suzana Thayer is a grandmother living in Ontario, Canada, who turns to the world of online dating after the sudden death of her husband. Suzana's naivete causes her to fall victim to not only one, but TWO, online romance scams.
After first being conned out of her life savings, she enters an online relationship with a second man who offers t...
Duration: 00:38:33EXPLORING THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC (PART 3): OUR TAKEAWAYS AND INSIGHTS
Jan 22, 2025In this third and final part of our deep-dive into the opioid epidemic, we reflect on the invaluable insights gained from our guests in Parts 1 and 2. We delve into the complexities of the opioid crisis, sharing our own reflections on the personal and societal challenges that come with addiction.
Together, we explore the importance of building supportive environments for recovery, addressing stigma, and the critical roles that healthcare providers and community initiatives play in this ongoing battle. Join us for an important conversation aimed at raising awareness and driving change in our communities.
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EXPLORING THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC (PART 2): GROWING UP IN THE SHADOW OF ADDICTION (WITH SPECIAL GUEST DUSTY HAYES)
Jan 15, 2025In part two of our three-part deep-dive on the opioid epidemic, we sit down with Dusty, whose personal journey provides a raw and powerful perspective on the crisis. Dusty shares his experience of growing up with a mother struggling with addiction, shedding light on the lasting emotional and psychological effects of living in a household where opioids ruled.
Through his story, Dusty reflects on how these experiences have shaped his views on drugs, addiction, and the policies that influence recovery and support. His unique insight offers a critical look at the ways we can...
Duration: 01:00:28EXPLORING THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC (PART 1): OUR CONVERSATION WITH FORMER DEA SPECIAL AGENT BRIAN TOWNSEND
Jan 08, 2025Welcome back to Crime Family! To kick off our sixth season, we're exploring the opioid crisis in a three-part deep dive.
In the first part, we sit down with former DEA special agent Brian Townsend to uncover the major factors that led to where we're at in the crisis today. Together, we explore the root causes of this devastating crisis, including the role of pharmaceutical companies, the impact of overprescribing, and the flood of illicit opioids into our communities.
Townsend shares his firsthand experiences taking on the major cartels at the border and provides...
SEASON SIX UPDATES
Nov 20, 2024Welcome back to Crime Family! We are excited to (almost) be back with a brand new season of the show.
In this sneak peak, we talk about what to expect from the new season as well as important and exciting updates to the format of the show.
New weekly audio and video episodes begin in January 2025 and we can't wait to begin!
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REFLECTING ON 100 EPISODES: A RETROSPECTIVE
Jun 05, 2024Can you believe that we've done 100 episodes of the show already!? We can hardly believe it ourselves and in this special bonus episode, we talk candidly as we reflect on the past 100 episodes and three years of CRIME FAMILY.
We discuss how the show came to be, the ups and downs we've encountered and the biggest things we've learned along the way.
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WHO IS REX HEUERMANN?: THE LONG ISLAND SERIAL KILLER CASE (PART 4)
May 22, 2024It's the final episode of the season and also the conclusion to our Long Island Serial Killer case coverage! In this episode, we focus on the arrest of the case's prime suspect Rex Heuermann in July 2023 after years of investigation and mounting pressure from the public and victims' families.
We discuss the arrest, the evidence that led investigators to Heuermann and the reaction from those closest to him and his many alleged victims. As the killer faces charges, questions still linger about his motives, the extent of his crimes, and the possibility of even...
Duration: 00:50:25CORRUPTION DISRUPTION: THE LONG ISLAND SERIAL KILLER CASE (PART 3)
May 15, 2024Part three of our Long Island Serial Killer coverage goes into (sadly) familiar territory as we discuss the corruption within the police departments supposed to be responsible for solving this case.
With the serial murders going unsolved for over a decade, we uncover everything that was happening behind closed doors inside the police force that led to the long delay in finding the monster responsible. Ultimately, the case is solved, but at what cost and after how many others were placed at risk?
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SIX MORE BODIES: THE LONG ISLAND SERIAL KILLER CASE (PART 2)
May 08, 2024In part 2 of our Long Island Serial Killer coverage, we delve deeper into the discovery of six more bodies near the Gilgo Beach dumping grounds, including two with a connection to a 1997 cold case. This development adds a new layer of complexity to the investigation and raises questions about the killer's motives and timeline. Are all six bodies connected to the same killer, or are there multiple killers responsible?
Also, we touch on the various conspiracy theories that have surrounded this case for years and all the various avenues explored by both police and internet sleuths...
THE DUMPING GROUNDS: THE LONG ISLAND SERIAL KILLER CASE (PART 1)
May 01, 2024Our final true-crime deep dive of the season focuses on the Long Island Serial Killer, which all begins with the disappearance of 23-year-old Shannan Gilbert on May 1, 2010. The night took a chilling turn when a 911 call captured Shannan's frantic screams and desperate attempts to seek help from neighbors before abruptly cutting off, leaving her fate a haunting mystery.
As authorities launched a search for Shannan, their efforts took a grim turn when they instead uncovered the remains of four other missing women, all escorts who had vanished years earlier under mysterious circumstances. This discovery...
Duration: 01:02:49MANIPULATIONS & EXONERATIONS: THE MEREDITH KERCHER MURDER CASE (PART 4)
Apr 24, 2024In the fourth and final part of our Meredith Kercher murder case coverage, we dive deeper into the manipulation both of and by the media to portray Amanda Knox as the ultimate villain in Meredith's murder and the implications this negative portrayal had on Amanda both during the ordeal and after the final verdicts.
Additionally, we discuss the aftermath of the trauma on all parties involved, where they are today and how this case should be a lesson in the dangerous consequences of tunnel vision, shoddy police work, and the media's ultimate power to influence the...
TRIALS & RE-TRIALS: THE MEREDITH KERCHER MURDER CASE (PART 3)
Apr 17, 2024In part 3 of our coverage of the Meredith Kercher murder case, we delve into the complex legal landscape surrounding the investigation. We explore the various trials and legal proceedings that occurred over many years- from the initial trial of Amanda Knox and Raffaele Sollecito to their eventual acquittal and subsequent re-trial.
We examine the evidence presented, the arguments made by the prosecution and defense, and the ultimate outcomes of these legal battles. Join us as we navigate the twists and turns of this high-profile case and discuss the miscarriage of justice that took place following the...
ARRESTS & FALSE CONFESSIONS: THE MEREDITH KERCHER MURDER CASE (PART 2)
Apr 10, 2024In part two of our Meredith Kercher murder case coverage, we focus on the arrests of key players in the case and a false confession that played a pivotal role in the investigation and trial.
The interrogation of Amanda Knox, Meredith's American roommate, and how her initial statement to the police was coerced under intense pressure ultimately leads to a domino effect that turns disastrous for her. We examine the impact of this false confession on the case, as well as the media frenzy and public perception that begins to surround Knox and the other suspects.
A MURDER IN PERUGIA: THE MEREDITH KERCHER MURDER CASE (PART 1)
Apr 03, 2024Our next true crime deep-dive is on the tragic case of Meredith Kercher, a British exchange student whose life was cut short in Perugia, Italy. Meredith was found brutally murdered in the house she shared with other students in November 2007.
In part 1, we explore the beginning of the investigation into her murder, which starts to uncover a complex web of suspicion, especially surrounding Meredith's roommate Amanda Knox and Knox's boyfriend at the time, Raffaele Sollecito.
Join us as we unravel the details of the case, examining the evidence, the trial, and the various theories...
CASE UN-CLOSED: THE LACI PETERSON MURDER CASE (PART 4)
Mar 27, 2024In the final part of our Laci Peterson murder case deep dive, we discuss the new bombshell revelation that The Innocence Project has taken on the case, offering to review the evidence and potentially assist in Scott Peterson's defense.
As the promise of new evidence emerges, The Innocence Project's involvement adds a new layer of complexity to the case, and we cover some of the compelling evidence that once went under-the-radar that may now hold the key to Scott's innocence once and for all.
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A HUSBAND ON TRIAL: THE LACI PETERSON MURDER CASE (PART 3)
Mar 20, 2024In part three of our coverage of Laci Peterson's murder, we delve into the trial of her husband, Scott Peterson. The high-profile trial was a high-stakes legal battle that hinged on forensic evidence, witness testimonies, and the portrayal of Scott Peterson's character.
We explore how the prosecution painted Scott as a callous and deceitful husband who sought to escape his marriage through murder, while the defense argued that there was no direct evidence linking him to the crime. Expert witnesses, including forensic specialists and psychologists, provided crucial insights into the case.
Join us as...
TUNNEL VISION: THE LACI PETERSON MURDER CASE (PART 2)
Mar 13, 2024In the second part of our Laci Peterson murder case deep dive, we explore how the police investigation into Laci's disappearance quickly focused on her husband, Scott. As details emerged about Scott's behavior leading up to and after Laci went missing, the spotlight intensified on him as the prime suspect despite compelling evidence to the contrary.
We also delve into the discovery of Scott's extramarital affair with Amber Frey, a revelation that shocked the nation and added a new layer of complexity to the story. Plus, a grim discovery in April 2003 shifts everything from...
Duration: 00:55:04A CHRISTMAS EVE VANISHING: THE LACI PETERSON MURDER CASE (PART 1)
Mar 06, 2024In the first part of our next true crime deep dive, we delve into the case of Laci Peterson, a pregnant woman who vanished without a trace on Christmas Eve in 2002. As the search for Laci intensifies, her husband, Scott Peterson, becomes the prime suspect in a case that captivated the nation.
Join us as we explore the events leading up to Laci's disappearance, the initial investigation, and the twists and turns that begin to unfold in this tragic case.
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HAS JUSTICE BEEN SERVED?: THE CAYLEE ANTHONY CASE (PART 4)
Feb 28, 2024In the conclusion of our deep dive into the Caylee Anthony case, we examine the long-awaited verdict. After a trial that captured the nation's attention, the jury delivers its decision on the fate of Casey Anthony. We explore the factors that may have influenced the jury's decision and the aftermath of their controversial decision.
We also discuss the impact of the verdict on the Anthony family, the legal community, and the public perception of the case. Join us as we unravel the final chapter of this tragic story.
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A MOTHER ON TRIAL: THE CAYLEE ANTHONY CASE (PART 3)
Feb 21, 2024In the third part of our Caylee Anthony murder case coverage, we delve into the courtroom proceedings and the trial that captivated the world. With a focus on the defense's strategy and both side's conflicting and contradictory evidence, we unravel the complexities of this high-profile case.
From expert witnesses to character testimonies, we examine the defense's efforts to create reasonable doubt and secure an acquittal for their client and talk about where the prosecution went wrong in their pursuit of justice for Caylee.
Join us as we continue to unravel the complexities of this t...
QUESTIONABLE BEHAVIOUR: THE CAYLEE ANTHONY CASE (PART 2)
Feb 14, 2024In part 2 of our deep dive into the Caylee Anthony case, we scrutinize Casey Anthony's actions and choices, casting a spotlight on her behavior during the crucial 31-day period before Caylee was reported missing. As we navigate through the countless questionable actions during that timeframe, we examine the perplexing timeline and delve into the unsettling discovery of Caylee's body in December 2008.
Tune in as we unravel the complexities surrounding Casey's behavior, the media spectacle that the case very quickly became and the poignant events leading to the heart-wrenching revelation in the case.
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31 DAYS MISSING: THE CAYLEE ANTHONY CASE (PART 1)
Feb 07, 2024In our next true crime deep dive, we discuss one of the most perplexing and heartbreaking criminal cases of our time—the death of Caylee Anthony.
The disappearance of two-year-old Caylee captured the nation's attention as her mother, Casey Anthony, faced accusations of murder. Part 1 introduces the background of the case and details the event that initially ignited the public's interest: a 911 call from Cindy Anthony on July 16, 2008 reporting her granddaughter Caylee missing- a whopping 31 days after she was last seen.
We talk about the initial search efforts and the growing suspicions surrounding Casey as...
VERDICT AND THE AFTERMATH: THE NICOLE BROWN AND RON GOLDMAN MURDER CASE (PART 4)
Jan 31, 2024In the final episode of our four-part deep dive into the Nicole Brown and Ron Goldman murder case, we talk about the verdict heard around the world: not guilty. After discussing the shocking verdict that divided the American public, we shift our focus to O.J. Simpson's life post-acquittal.
We talk about the legal hurdles he faced, including the highly-publicized civil lawsuit filed by the victim's families and his 2008 arrest in Las Vegas. We break down the key events, examining the impact on O.J.'s reputation, finances, and public perception and ultimately discuss the question t...
TRIAL OF THE CENTURY: THE NICOLE BROWN AND RON GOLDMAN MURDER CASE (PART 3)
Jan 24, 2024Join us for part 3 of our discussion about the Nicole Brown and Ron Goldman murders as we go deep into the heart of the O.J. Simpson trial, where the courtroom becomes a crucible for justice, and societal strains heighten the stakes. We talk about the trial's key moments, from the haunting crime scene to the dramatic courtroom theatrics that unfolded over months.
Against the backdrop of the transformed political and social landscape shaped by the Rodney King case just a few years earlier, the O.J. Simpson trial becomes a lens through which...
Duration: 00:59:41BRONCO CHASE AND BEYOND: THE NICOLE BROWN AND RON GOLDMAN MURDER CASE (PART 2)
Jan 17, 2024In part two of our coverage of the Nicole Brown and Ron Goldman murders, we explore prime suspect O.J. Simpson's dramatic transformation into a fugitive and the infamous Bronco chase that unfolded before a stunned world.
As suspicions increased and the public's attention on this case reached a fever pitch, O.J. Simpson became a focal point of a nationwide manhunt, triggering an unprecedented sequence of events. Join us on this gripping journey as we dissect the fallout from the crime scene and the suspected suicide note as the shocking twist that led to the...
A TRAIL OF CLUES: THE NICOLE BROWN AND RON GOLDMAN MURDER CASE (PART 1)
Jan 10, 2024In the early hours of June 13, 1994, a chilling discovery unfolded outside Nicole Brown's Brentwood home – the lifeless bodies of Nicole and her friend Ronald Goldman, bathed in blood. Shockwaves rippled through investigators as they faced the gruesome scene. All eyes turned to O.J. Simpson, her estranged ex-husband and Hollywood icon, as the prime suspect.
As we embark on this gripping journey, we delve into the turbulent 1980s and 90s, spotlighting the tumultuous marriage between O.J. and Nicole. The aftermath of Nicole's murder thrust their troubled relationship into the public eye, with circumstantial ev...
Duration: 00:45:09S04E20: THE DISAPPEARANCE OF KENLEY MATHESON (SEASON FINALE, PART II)
Mar 22, 2023In September 1992, 20-year-old Acadia University student Kenley Matheson vanished without a trace. Only two weeks into his first semester, Kenley's new friend Tom Gordon spots Kenley walking on the streets of Wolfville, Nova Scotia the evening of September 21 for the final time. What happened after this alleged sighting has been a mystery for over thirty years. In the time since Kenley went missing, several theories have emerged (some plausible and others shocking).
In the second part of our season four finale, we discuss the theory that Kenley had been murdered by a fellow Acadia student in 1992...
S04E19: THE DISAPPEARANCE OF KENLEY MATHESON (SEASON FINALE, PART I)
Mar 15, 2023In September 1992, 20-year-old Acadia University student Kenley Matheson vanishes without a trace. Only two weeks into his first semester, Kenley's new friend Tom Gordon spots Kenley walking on the streets of Wolfville, Nova Scotia the evening of September 21 for the final time. What happened after this alleged sighting have been a mystery for over thirty years. In the time since Kenley went missing, several theories have emerged (some plausible and others shocking).
In the first part of our season four finale, we discuss the timeline of Kenley's final days at Acadia, alleged credible sightings of him...
S04E18: THE DEATH OF HOLLY BARTLETT
Mar 08, 2023Holly was a smart, vibrant, social graduate student attending Dalhousie University in Halifax, NS. She was only 31 years old when a bizarre series of events led to a tragic incident that ended her life.
What actually happened on that cold March night in 2010 may never be known but her family never gave up on finding answers for Holly.
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S04E17: THE PICKERING LOST BOYS
Mar 01, 2023In the early morning hours of March 17, 1995 in Pickering, Ontario, six teenage boys go missing seemingly without a trace.
At 12:50am, they leave a house party and head to a local marina to "goof around".
At 1:48am, three of the boys are spotted on surveillance footage at the marina.
Between 2:30 and 3:00am, locals hear the sound of a motor boat near the docks.
Then, the trail goes cold with no concrete information surfacing about the whereabouts of the six boys nearly 30 years later. Police come to the logical conclusion that the six...
S04E16: THE MURDERS OF JESSE MCBANE AND PATRICIA MANN
Feb 15, 2023After over 50 years, the murders of Jesse McBane and Patricia Mann are still a Valentine's mystery.
The two young college students are tortured and murdered after attending a Valentine's dance together in Durham, North Carolina in 1971. Despite re-opening the case decades later, testing DNA evidence, and confronting multiple leads, the case remains unsolved to this day.
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S04E15: THE MURDER OF CATHERINE CARROLL
Feb 08, 2023On New Year's Day 1991, Catherine Carroll was murdered in her own home in St. John's, Newfoundland. Her son Greg Parsons was the one who found her lifeless body on the bathroom floor- stabbed a total of 53 times.
Soon after her murder, the police focused in on Greg as the culprit, despite there being zero pieces of forensic evidence tying him to the crime. Over the next several years, Greg Parsons and his family embarked on a fight for justice- a process that involved a wrongful conviction, an exoneration and an undercover police operation to find the...
S04E14- THE DISAPPEARANCE OF ZACK LEFAVE
Feb 01, 2023On New Year's Eve 2020, 20-year-old Zack Lefave attended a party in Plymouth, a 15-minute drive from the larger town of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. Just before midnight struck, Zack inexplicably left the party alone and decided to walk back to Yarmouth. During his walk home, Zack made several phone calls to friends saying he was in another town that was over five hours in the opposite direction of his intended destination.
A few eye witnesses see him walking alongside the highway with his pants off in the middle of that cold Nova Scotia night. His pants and s...
S04E13: UPDATES IN THE IDAHO STUDENTS MURDER CASE
Jan 25, 2023On December 30, 2022, Bryan Christopher Kohberger was arrested in connection to the murders of four University of Idaho students that occured just six weeks earlier.
Join us for this special update episode as we discuss the latest developments in this case, what we know about the suspect and where the case lies right now. We covered this case earlier this season, and since then there has been a ton of progress in the investigation and we're here to cover it all.
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S04E12: ROBERT PICKTON (CANADIAN SERIAL KILLER MINI-SERIES, PART IV)
Jan 18, 2023Robert “Willy” Pickton is one of Canada’s most notorious serial killers. His killing spree went uninterrupted for years, starting in the early 1990s until his arrest in 2002.
Living on a dirty pig farm all his life, Willy was known for his stench, his money, and his frequent company with sex workers. Despite rumours and eyewitness accounts, police could not connect Willy to the dozens of women going missing from Vancouver’s downtown east side. It took them years to admit a serial killer was roaming the streets of downtown Vancouver, allowing for Willy's reign of terror t...
S04E11: ELIZABETH WETTLAUFER (CANADIAN SERIAL KILLER MINI-SERIES, PART III)
Jan 11, 2023Elizabeth Wettlaufer was a nurse working the night shifts at Caressant Care, a long-term care home in Woodstock, Ontario beginning in 2007. Shortly after her arrival at the home, residents began passing away in their sleep. However, because they were elderly and nothing about their deaths seemed suspicious, no autopsies were conducted. If only the care home dug a little deeper into the circumstances surrounding the residents' deaths, they would have learned the sinister details about what was really going on: a deadly truth that turned out to be something no one could have imagined.
This is...
S04E10: BRUCE MCARTHUR (CANADIAN SERIAL KILLER MINI-SERIES, PART II)
Dec 28, 2022In part 2 of our Canadian serial killer mini series, we cover the case of Bruce McArthur, a 66-year-old self employed landscaper who was arrested in January 2018 and eventually charged with the murder and dismemberment of eight men in Toronto's gay village from 2010-2017.
Bruce left his family and suburban life behind after coming out in his 40's and relocating to Toronto in the late 1990's. Over the next several years, his violent side began to emerge which resulted in a few run-ins with the law that should have caused some red flags for authorities. But ultimately...
PATREON UNLOCKED: HOLIDAY BONUS EPISODE (THE LAWSON FAMILY MASSACRE)
Dec 26, 2022As a special thank-you to our listeners, we are unlocking a patron-only bonus episode for all of you!
In this Christmas-themed bonus episode, we discuss the Lawson Family Massacre that took place on December 25, 1929 in small town North Carolina. Charles Lawson, the family patriarch, seemingly snaps on Christmas day and decides to take the lives of almost his entire family and then turns the gun on himself.
This case has just as many questions as it does answers which we can only speculate about: Was the act premeditated? Was it caused by a head...
S04E09: DELLEN MILLARD (CANADIAN SERIAL KILLER MINI-SERIES, PART I)
Dec 21, 2022Welcome to the four-part miniseries on Canadian serial killers. In part 1, we'll be discussing Dellen Millard, who was not your typical serial killer.
Dellen had a loving family, lots of opportunities and was wealthy growing up- but all that didn't stop him from becoming a murderer. If it wasn't for his arrogance and a few missteps he may have gotten away with it all and maybe even continued to kill. This is the story of a man who eluded capture by police until he already took the lives of three innocent people and how pure evil...
S04E08: THE MURDER OF GARNETT SPEARS
Dec 14, 2022Garnett Spears was only five-years-old when he dies in hospital after years of health struggles and mysterious illnesses. Upon further investigation, police begin to suspect that his death may actually be murder at the hands of the person he should have been able to trust the most: his own mother.
Lacey Spears had been documenting her son's medical journey through the years, ever since he started experiencing mysterious symptoms just weeks after he was born. Close family and friends begin to grow suspicious of Lacey and her love of all the attention she receives as a...
S04E07: MR BIG: THE CASE OF SEBASTIAN BURNS AND ATIF RAFAY
Dec 07, 2022The Mr. Big tactic used in Canada continues to be controversial as many believe it often elicits false confessions from those targeted by this undercover method. The case of Sebastian Burns and Atif Rafay is no exception. There is evidence that supports both sides of the argument as authorities in Canada and the US investigate the brutal murders of three members of the Rafay family.
Having been behind bars for almost two decades, Sebastian and Atif still claim their innocence. Were they wrongfully convicted? Were they manipulated into confessing to a crime they did not commit...
S04E06: THE IDAHO STUDENT MURDERS
Nov 30, 2022On November 13, 2022, four University of Idaho students were murdered in their off-campus home. Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin were all stabbed in their beds by an unknown assailant between the early morning hours of 3 and 4 AM and it wasn't until their two surviving roommates called 911 the next morning that their bodies were discovered.
This high-profile quadruple murder has shocked the world as few details have been released and no suspects have been named as of yet. In this episode, we break down what we know about the murders so far including information...
S04E05: THE DISAPPEARANCE OF THEO HAYEZ
Nov 23, 202218-year-old Belgian backpacker Theo Hayez set out on a trip across Australia in late 2018. Looking for adventure, he backpacked all over the continent before ending up in Byron Bay, a small town on Australia's Eastern tip, in late May 2019.
After not hearing from him for days, Theo's mother gets worried and discovered that he actually hadn't been seen since the night of May 31- when he got kicked out of a bar for being intoxicated and walked out of view of the establishment's CCTV camera. After an investigation is launched into his whereabouts, his...
S04E04: THE DISAPPEARANCE OF THE MILLBROOK TWINS
Nov 16, 2022On March 18, 1990, twins Dannette and Jeannette Millbrook disappeared after a walk to a local convenience store not far from their home. Earlier that day, the girls expressed concerns to family members that a white van was following them.
Shortly after the girls disappear, it becomes clear that not a lot is being done to help locate them as a series of missteps and oversights have caused the case to go cold. A misleading call to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children saying the girls have been found (which they weren't) and a missing case file are...
S04E03: THE MURDER OF DAVID ROMAN
Nov 09, 2022David Roman was just 15-years-old when his parents decided to send him to a for-profit foster home in Barrie, Ontario after he began skipping school and experimenting with marijuana. His arrival at the Expanding Horizons foster home coincided with the arrival of another young teen boy with a history of violence and run-ins with the law, and it's not long until trouble arises.
Due to alleged negligence by the foster-care owners (including four teen boys being in the care of one inexperienced 24-year old with no training), a series of events take place that leads to...
S04E02: THE MURDER OF DARRIEN HUNT
Nov 02, 2022Darrien Hunt ran for his life before he was tragically gunned down in 2014 by Utah police officers. Darrien's story is another example of the justice system falling short. In this case, there are suspicious circumstances that look like a coverup, and there have been no charges or punishments brought down upon the officers involved, fueling the pressure from the public to re-open the investigation into Darrien's death.
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S04E01: THE SALEM WITCH TRIALS
Oct 26, 2022Crime Family is back! To kick off our fourth season (and to celebrate spooky season), we're telling you the story of the Salem Witch Trials, a series of cases that took place over an 18-month period back in the late 1600's.
After two young girls in the Parris family household start to exhibit very strange symptoms in early 1692, it is soon speculated that the girls have had a curse placed on them by witches living among the community. It isn't long before paranoia starts taking over the village of Salem once hundreds of people are accused...
SEASON 4 INTRO & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Oct 05, 2022CRIME FAMILY is back! We're gearing up for season four (premiering October 26th) and we have lots of exciting things in the works.
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S03E20: THE NOVA SCOTIA MASS SHOOTING (PART II)
Jul 13, 2022*This episode contains details of the mass shooting which involve domestic violence and gun violence and may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion when listening to this episode*
On April 18 and 19, 2020, madman Gabriel Wortman unleashed terror across the Canadian province of Nova Scotia. What began as a domestic violence incident between Wortman and his partner turned into a series of shootings, arson and murder that spanned the course of 13 hours in various communities across the province.
We're again joined by our friend Jennifer Knowles for part 2 of our discussion about the worst...
S03E19: THE NOVA SCOTIA MASS SHOOTING (PART I)
Jul 13, 2022*This episode contains details of the mass shooting which involve domestic violence and gun violence and may be triggering to some listeners. Please use discretion when listening to this episode*
On April 18 and 19, 2020, madman Gabriel Wortman unleashed terror across the Canadian province of Nova Scotia. What began as a domestic violence incident between Wortman and his partner turned into a series of shootings, arson and murder that spanned the course of 13 hours in various communities across the province.
In part 1 of our season finale, we're joined by our friend Jennifer Knowles to discuss the...
BONUS: UPDATE EPISODE
Jul 11, 2022In a special bonus episode, we give you some of the biggest updates on past cases, including some major breaking news in the Adnan Syed Case, a conviction for the leader of the Sarah Lawrence Cult, and both an arrest and a Canada-wide warrant issued in relation to Elnaz Hajtamiri's abduction!
In this update episode, we provide updates on the following cases:
- The Tylee Ryan & JJ Vallow Case (S01E01)
- The Adnan Syed wrongful conviction case (S01E06/7)
- The Tara Grinstead Case (S02E04)
- The Cult at Sarah...
S03E18: THE MURDER OF SKYLAR NEESE
Jul 06, 2022Skylar Neese was a typical teenager living with her parents in Star City, West Virginia in July 2012. One night, security cameras capture her sneaking out of her house and into the backseat of a white vehicle parked nearby. When her parents find her bedroom empty the next day and she doesn't show up for work, she is reported missing to the police.
As the weeks and months drag on with no sign of Skylar, rumors run rampant throughout her high school. Suspicion soon falls onto her two closest friends, Shelia Eddy and Rachel Shoaf and people...
S03E17: THE DEATH OF ELISA LAM
Jun 29, 2022Elisa Lam took a solo trip to Los Angeles, California in late January 2013 and found herself staying at the Cecil Hotel- a historic, yet run down hotel in one of America's roughest neighborhoods. Only days into her trip, she mysteriously disappears and her family reports her missing shortly after.
The search for the 21-year-old Canadian tourist results in one of the most captivating missing person's cases in recent history. Theories about what happened to Elisa revolve around a mysterious surveillance video from inside an elevator at the Cecil Hotel which shows a distressed Elisa acting erratically. T...
S03E16: THE MURDER OF TESS RICHEY
Jun 22, 2022Tess Richey went for a night out with friends at a local Toronto drag bar in November 2017. When her friends and family don't hear from her at all the next day, they become increasingly worried and file a missing person's report. This begins a frantic search by her family and a lackluster attempt by local police to find the missing woman- and the police's seemingly uninterested search efforts result in a devastating discovery by Tess' own mother, only days after she was last seen alive.
Questions and mystery mounted as everyone wanted to know what really...
S03E15: THE DISAPPEARANCE OF TERA SMITH
Jun 15, 2022Tera Smith was a typical teenager living in Redding, California in 1998. One August night, she went for a short jog before a scheduled shift at the family-run business but she never showed up for her shift, and was never seen again. Instantly, her family and local authorities swung into action in hopes of finding the 16-year-old.
The only leads that surface point to Troy Zink- Tera's taekwondo instructor whom it's believed she was having an inappropriate relationship with. As the police (and Tera's family) focus in on Troy, information about his past comes to light which l...
S03E14: THE MURDER OF MIRNA SALIHIN
Jun 08, 2022Mirna Salihin and her friend Hani Boon made their way to an upscale Jakarta café on January 6, 2016 to meet up with an old college friend. Only seconds into the meeting, Mirna loses consciousness and begins convulsing, with foam coming from her mouth. She tragically dies en route to the hospital and an investigation into her death immediately begins.
It's not long before her cause of death is revealed and an unusual suspect emerges. During the course of the investigation, police are led down a path towards the answers that lie in the pasts of Mirna and t...
S03E13: THE DEATH OF WARRIENA WRIGHT
Jun 01, 2022*This episode contains audio footage that may be triggering to hear. Please use discretion when listening to this episode*
In the early morning hours of August 8, 2014, 26-year-old Warriena Wright falls to her death from a balcony 14 floors above the ground. Immediately, questions about what happened to her abound. Only days later, 28-year-old Gable Tostee is arrested for her murder and as it turns out, the answers to what happened that night lie on a three-hour-long audio tape recorded by Gable himself. Igniting a high-profile trial, the argument of whether Gable could be held responsible for her...
S03E12: NXIVM (CULT MINISERIES, PART IV)
May 25, 2022*WARNING: This episode contains topics such as sexual assault and violence that may be triggering for some listeners. Please use discretion when listening to this episode*
No one joins a cult; everyone joins a good thing, but once you’re in too deep, it can be impossible to tell the difference.
Our 4-part cult miniseries concludes with a discussion about one of the most notorious cults in history. Founded by Keith Raniere in the late 1990's, NXIVM began as a series of self-help "Executive Success Programs", meant to help people ov...
S03E11: PEOPLES TEMPLE (AKA JONESTOWN) (CULT MINISERIES, PART III)
May 18, 2022*WARNING: This episode contains disturbing audio clips and discussions which may be triggering and difficult to listen to. Discretion is strongly advised. *
No one joins a cult; everyone joins a good thing, but once you’re in too deep, it can be impossible to tell the difference.
A cult conversation wouldn’t be complete without Jonestown, the Peoples Temple, and its monstrous leader Jim Jones. The Peoples Temple was supposed to be a beacon of hope for Jim Jones’ followers. Instead, it developed into a living nightmare as people were manipul...
S03E10: SYNANON (CULT MINISERIES, PART II)
May 11, 2022No one joins a cult; everyone joins a good thing, but once you’re in too deep, it can be impossible to tell the difference.
In 1958, Charles E. Dietrich Sr set out to do a good thing: create a drug rehabilitation center that was more inclusive, unlike AA which he found to be limiting. What started out as a new-wave addiction treatment movement turned into a violent and dangerous cult that was existing in plain sight and operating very differently on the inside than was being shown to the outside world.
Headed by...
S03E09: THE CHILDREN OF GOD (CULT MINISERIES, PART I)
May 04, 2022No one joins a cult; everyone joins a good thing, but once you’re in too deep, it can be impossible to tell the difference.
Join us for week one of our Cults Miniseries where we dive into the Children of God which masqueraded as a peace-loving, happy community to the outside but had a sinister reality for those on the inside. Riddled with abuse and sex trafficking this international cult ruined many lives and there are still thousands of cults active today praying on anyone they can get their hands on.
S03E08: THE DISAPPEARANCE OF NATALEE HOLLOWAY
Apr 27, 2022On a high school graduation trip to Aruba with her classmates, 18-year-old Natalee Holloway disappeared. She was last seen leaving a popular bar in a car with three men- but then never showed up at the airport to return home the next day. Upon hearing news of her disappearance, Natalee's parents immediately travelled to Aruba to assist in the search for their daughter but nearly 17 years later, no clear answers (or Natalee) have ever been found.
This week, we tell you the full story of the high-profile Natalee Holloway case which involves changing stories by key...
S03E07: THE DISAPPEARANCE OF MOLLY MILLER & COLT HAYNES
Apr 20, 2022On July 7, 2013, Oklahoma police receive a series of distressing 911 calls from two people stating they were lost in the woods. This sets into motion one of the most bizarre and mysterious missing persons cases we've ever heard of.
Molly Miller and Colt Haynes found themselves abandoned and lost in an unfamiliar wooded area after being chased by local police in a car driven by a mutual friend, who may know more than he lets on. An unsuccessful search for the pair results in a years-long mystery about what really happened that night.
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S03E06: THE ABDUCTION OF ELNAZ HAJTAMIRI
Apr 13, 2022On January 12, 2022, 37-year-old Elnaz Hajtamiri was abducted from her home after three men dressed as police officers showed up at her doorstep declaring they had a warrant for her arrest. Dragging her from the home and into a getaway car, she was never seen again.
Immediately, the police launched an investigation to find Elnaz and bring her home, but so far the case remains unsolved. Since January, news reports have revealed that Elnaz was the victim of another violent attack just a month prior and evidence suggests she was being stalked in the weeks leading up t...
S03E05: THE DISAPPEARANCE OF JOHNNY GOSCH (PART II)
Apr 06, 2022*Trigger Warning- This case involves discussions surrounding child sex abuse and child sex-trafficking that may be triggering for some listeners. Please use discretion when listening to this episode*
In this two-part episode, we discuss the disappearance of Johnny Gosch- a 12-year-old paperboy from West Des Moines, Iowa who was abducted during his routine paper route in the early morning hours of September 5, 1982.
For forty years, this case has perplexed the public due to the lack of police response early on in the investigation, the many possible sightings of Johnny and the shocking revelations that...
S03E04: THE DISAPPEARANCE OF JOHNNY GOSCH (PART I)
Apr 06, 2022*Trigger Warning- This case involves discussions surrounding child sex abuse and child sex-trafficking that may be triggering for some listeners. Please use discretion when listening to this episode*
In this two-part episode, we discuss the disappearance of Johnny Gosch- a 12-year-old paperboy from West Des Moines, Iowa who was abducted during his routine paper route in the early morning hours of September 5, 1982.
For forty years, this case has perplexed the public due to the lack of police response early on in the investigation, the many possible sightings of Johnny and the shocking revelations that...
S03E03: THE MURDER OF ALEX RODDA
Mar 30, 2022Alex Rodda was only fifteen when he started an online sexual relationship with Matt Mason, an eighteen-year-old with a girlfriend and a dark secret. Not only was Alex a minor, but Matt was still hiding his true self and did not want anybody in his life to know the details about this secret part of his identity.
As their illicit relationship continues, Alex becomes hellbent on telling Matt's girlfriend about the nature of their online encounters. As a result, Matt decides that he's willing to do anything to prevent Alex from talking- even if it means p...
S03E02: THE SOCIAL MEDIA MURDERS
Mar 23, 2022The use of modern technology has both positive and negatives. This week, we discuss two cases that expose the dark side of social media- platforms that allowed monsters to enact their murderous desires.
First, Katie tells the story of Jenae Gagnier, better known to her millions of followers as Mercedes Morr- who rose to social media fame due to her provocative posts. In late August 2021, everything changed for her when one "fan" decided to take it much too far and go to her home with murder on his mind.
Then, AJ tells the story...
S03E01: THE MURDERS OF KYLEN SCHULTE & CRYSTAL TURNER
Mar 16, 2022In our season 3 premiere, we invite Jia Wertz back to the show to discuss a case covered in her new podcast series, "Speaking Of Crime".
Kylen Schulte and Crystal Turner were a married couple who were murdered near Moab, Utah in August 2021. The women were last seen shortly after midnight on August 14 after a night out with friends. A few days later, a family friend went looking for them and found them dead at their campsite with multiple gunshot wounds. Sadly, the women mentioned to their friends that there was a "creepy guy" lingering near their c...
S02E19: THE MADELEINE MCCANN CASE (PART I)
Jan 19, 2022In part I of our season 2 finale, we discuss the high profile Madeleine McCann case- a case which is still highly debated and unsolved to this day.
The McCann family was vacationing in Praia Da Luz, Portugal in May 2007 when their three-year-old daughter Madeleine was abducted from her bed while her parents were at a restaurant with friends only feet away from Apartment 5A. Shortly after her abduction, the Portugal police begin an investigation into the missing toddler only to quickly zero on three major suspects: An interpreter named Robert Murat ( a British man who injects...
S02E20: THE MADELEINE MCCANN CASE (PART II)
Jan 19, 2022In part 2 of our season finale, our discussion about the high-profile Madeleine McCann case continues!
In this episode, we discuss the various strange occurrences that took place in the days immediately preceding and following Madeleine's abduction. This includes a suspicious non-profit orphanage scam that almost had devastating consequences for one mother and her daughter, a strange woman mysteriously looking for someone to deliver her new daughter to her, and multiple reports of strange men lurking around the apartment complex in the days leading up to the kidnapping. Plus, we discuss the shocking revelations related to a...
BONUS: UPDATE EPISODE
Jan 17, 2022In this special bonus episode, we bring you the latest updates on cases we've covered in the past!
This time, those updates include: the status of the Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell case (S01E01), a follow up on the Turpin children (S01E04), a big Barry & Honey Sherman update (S01E10) and follow-up on former cop Amber Guyger's appeal process (S02E13).
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S02E18: THE MUSKOKA MURDERS
Jan 12, 2022The Muskoka region of Ontario is usually a beautiful summer destination for cottage owners in Canada, but this week we tell you the story of its dark underside: a side of the community that centers around one family whom many suspect to be responsible for a string of murders from the 1990's.
After 77-year-old Joan Lawrence went missing in the fall of 1998, the Laan family was at the center of rumors and speculation about what could have happened to her. The police investigation that follows unveils what was going on behind closed doors of the Laan...
S02E17: THE MURDERS OF STEFANO SAVIOLI AND CHANTEL GILLADE
Jan 05, 2022When Stefano Savioli was murdered on Cortes Island, BC, the RCMP offer up very little detail about what happened that night in 2010. Over a decade later, not even an official cause of death has been released leaving a sense of uneasiness looming over the island.
Chantel Gillade was only 28 years old when her life was tragically stolen from her. Her death sparked rumours of connections with a Canadian serial killer, but no suspect has been named in this case, over 2 decades later.
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