Wine & Crime

This week, the gals forecast crimes occurring during major weather events. Special guest Dr. Elizabeth Austin joins to talk about investigating weather-related evidence. Topics include the devastation of Puerto Rico & a violent plane crash in Texas. Pour a glass of Winc's Restless Earth Grenache, resign yourself to never flying again, watch Weather Channel's "Storm of Suspicion," & tune in for For...

This week, the gals investigate mysterious clues leading to kidnapped persons. Cases include some greedy-ass Spaniards, a Minnesotan crime worthy of the Cohen brothers, and a woman who blurred the line between lover and accomplice. Pop open a bottle of Winc's The Bluffer Valdiguié, dig out your old newspapers and some glue, and tune in for Ransom Crimes.

This week, the gals seek personal stories of murder from the annals of public online forums. Topics include Mr. List's origin story, a grizzled Santa with a super shady internet history, and a multitalented babysitter who answered the wrong ad. Pop open a bottle of Winc's Ruza Zinfandel Rosé, rethink that too-good-to-be-true job offer, and tune in for Craigslist Crimes. 

This week, the gals discuss some issues facing Native communities. Topics include boarding schools from hell, haunting legal loopholes, and a group who stumbled into wealth--and mortal danger. Pop open a bottle of Native Vines Cabernet Franc, burn your history books, vote in every election possible, and tune in to Reservation Crimes.   This ep is supported by TalkSpace. Get $45 off your 1st month...

This week, the gals saddle up to explore some equine crimes. Topics include a professional horse hitman, some suspicious meat filler, and literal painted pony. Pour a glass of Hot To Trot Red Blend from 14 Hands Winery, grab a bucket, reconsider that frozen burger patty, and tune in for Horse Crimes.   This ep is supported by TalkSpace. Get $45 off your 1st month at www.talkspace.com/gals

This week, the gals head to the great state get-together to investigate some odd crimes. Topics include the origins of some deep-fried fair favorites, a road-tripping Nazi, and a real bummer of a beer robbery. Pop open a bottle of Trinity Oaks Chardonnay, pair it with a bucket of cookies, and tune in for State Fair Crimes.

This week, the gals slip into some mysterious cases involving people who disappear and leave no clues behind. Topics include an unhappy girl with a fishy father, a young woman with everything going for her, plus Payne Lindsey joins us from the podcast "Up and Vanished." Pour a glass of Lost Vineyards Bianco, do not go for that run, and tune in for Vanished Without a Trace.  This episode is support...

This week, the gals examine some cultural property thefts and what governments do to try to prevent them. Topics include an extremely expensive late-night heist, a ballsy couple who flew WAY under the radar, and some Chinese knockoffs of a different variety. Pop open a bottle of Winc's Selected Works Pinot Noir, hang that empty frame, google that fun little piece you picked up at the thrift store,...

This week, the gals navigate the gray world of murder victims who may have had it coming. Topics include a famous gospel singer who wasn't exactly a saint, a snowball fight turned fatal, and the many ways in which Stand Your Ground Laws go wrong. Pour a glass of Winc's Debts and Lessons Riesling, get the hell off your neighbor's wall, grab a broom for good measure, and tune in for Justifiable Homi...

This week, the gals examine some crimes that may not have been solved had it not been for some radical new technologies. Topics include innovated autopsies, a violent man with poor penmanship, and a Super Bowl party turned deadly. Pick up a bottle of Salton's Evidence Brut Chardonnay, pour yourself a bowl of STRmix, do not trust your car, and tune in for Game-Changing Evidence. 

This week, the gals examine the ways and reasons criminals earn infamous aliases. Topics include pop psychology and the press, a prolific west-coast terrorist, and a well-mannered Brit who just wanted to find the perfect roommate. Pick up a bottle of Nickname Cabernet Sauvignon, purchase a genealogy kit, do NOT speak to your neighbor, and tune in for Killer Nicknames. 

This week, the gals dissect some gory cases in bits and pieces. Topics include historically bloody deaths by elephants, an alleged motivation by marijuana, and a decadent autumnal supper. Grab a bottle of Winc's Far & Wide Frappato, sharpen your knives, report your missing mother, and tune in for Dismemberment Crimes.

This week, the gals make the ultimate commitment before their friends and family. Topics include the psychology behind bridezillas, a young wife with a terrible coverup, and a woman with her eyes on the unborn prize. Engage a bottle of Winc's Pretty Young Thing Sauvignon Blanc, pare down your guest list, double-check that ultrasound, and tune in for Bride Crimes.

This week, the gals head to Tinsel Town to chat about some paranormal happenings. Topics include a series of very bad "Omens," some twisted ties to the Manson family, and a lot of very real skeletons. Snag a bottle of The Skeleton Key Proprietor's Red, turn off the TV, cancel your flight to London, and tune in for Hollywood Curses. 

This week, the gals add to their list of paranoias and discuss how internet relationships can go awry. Topics include a roommate from hell, a lady who couldn't seem to get over a breakup, and the many, many behaviors that constitute online abuse. Pick up a glass and a bottle of Winc's Salient Pinot Noir, save those screenshots, and tune in for Cyberstalking.

This week, the gals appreciate their friendship while discussing some that turned deadly. Topics include video game motivations for homicide, a casual "Weekend At Bernie's"-style body dump, and the value of juice rewards. Pop open a bottle of @WINC's The Independent white blend, cancel your birthday party, purge your Facebook friends list, and tune in for Fatal Friends.

This week, the gals dodge some bear traps, haul out some stats and cases, and do their best to keep the rubber side on the road. Topics include the grisly origin story of emojis, a trucker with a suspiciously clean cab, and some slang you never knew you needed. Pick up a bottle of Open Road Tempranillo, hop in your rig, check your blind spots, and tune in for Trucker Crimes - 10-4!

This week, the gals head south to Lone Star State to discuss some unique crimes and culture. Topics include a locomotive stunt gone awry, one very "Lucky" suspect, a violent man who intimidated an entire town for decades, and lots of Dr. Pepper. Crack open a bottle of Spoetzl Brewery Shiner Blonde (yes, we know it's not a wine), grab your fishin' pole and your aviators, and tune in for Waco Whacki...

This week, the gals shoot out some facts and crimes related to male ejaculate. Topics include a whole town "coming" together to solve a mystery, a fast-moving serial rapist, and many, many euphemisms. Release some of Winc 's Funk Zone Red Blend, grab some Jergens and a black light, and tune in for Forensic Serology. 

This week, the gals chat about women you wouldn't want to woo. Topics include a French blonde on a schedule, a woman with "psychic" talents and a whole lotta cousins, and post-coital snacks of a cannibalistic variety. This episode is paired with Winc 's Finke's Widow, so pop a bottle, polish your belly, avoid soup, and tune in for Black Widows.

This week, the gals are broadcasting from their second Minneapolis live show! Topics include a suspicious scuba diver, a swinger with a jealous husband, and all the cool creatures and crustaceans that will feed on your bloated corpse after drowning. So towel off, check on your swim buddy, pick up a bottle of Trinity Oaks, and dive in for Freshwater Crimes!

This week, the gals read about some famous crimes that became the basis for books. Author M. William Phelps joins the conversation to give some insight on how true crime books take shape. Other topics include a sensational book release and some questionable pajama alibi. Grab a bottle of Winc 's Selected Works Chardonnay, put some batteries in your portable recorder, hire a ghostwriter, and tune i...

This week, the gals discuss the various reasons and ways one might fake their own kidnapping. Cases include a model with an oddly specific thing for socks, a bad decision in the form of a Facebook post, and a prank show gone horribly wrong. This episode is paired with Otis Kenyon Roussanne, so untie your shackles, pop one open, schedule some alone time, and tune in for Faked Abductions.

The gals are joined by Christine & Em of And That's Why We Drink podcast to chat wine-related crimes in this special bonus ep! Paired with Michael David Freakshow Cabernet, topics include Em's past persona, brilliant bathtub hooch, plus a Minnesota murderer with California dreams. Pop a bottle (or slurp a shake) and enjoy! (PS And when you're done with this Part 1 Crossover Ep, remember to go chec...

This week, the gals flex their muscles to discuss some major feats of strength. Topics include a rekindled high school romance that ends in tragedy, a badass nurse who does not have time for your sh*t, and something about Tom Hardy (who really cares what it was). Pick up a bottle of Rodney Strong Cabernet, pump some iron, do NOT drink the scorpion, and tune in for Brute Strength Murders.