Devious Thoughts

This episode gets wild quick. We start with  Caught in the Act , reacting to the worst excuses people gave when they got caught in… very awkward situations—and somehow they only get worse  Then it’s  Bad Friend Bingo , where we call out toxic friend behavior and admit if we’ve done it or would… and yeah, some of these are nasty. After that,  They’re Headed for Divorce —a story about one decision t...

A quiet village. A secret relationship. Then… a disappearance. Handy & Maal break down the chilling true story of Maria Marten and William Corder—a case that shocked England in the 1800s. What started as a hidden romance turned into a dark mystery, ending with a disturbing discovery beneath a barn. From deception and double lives to a trial that captivated an entire nation, this is a story whe...

This episode is pure chaos. Handy & Maal test their ability to turn the worst situations into believable excuses in the Art of Lying segment. Then it flips into an “Am I Overreacting?” situation, some wild trivia with “Who Said That in History?”, and a debate on whether certain villain behavior was actually justified. From bad logic to convincing nonsense, this one is funny, chaotic, and way t...

In this episode of Devious Backstories, the gang breaks down the disturbing case of Shawn Grate, the Ohio killer who targeted vulnerable women and used abandoned places and empty homes to hide his crimes. What looked ordinary on the outside covered some of the darkest crimes in the state. The conversation dives into how he gained trust, how one survivor helped expose everything, and how five women...

The gang jumps from wild hypotheticals to real relationship questions fast. From survival scenarios that test your limits to a debate on how conditional love really is, this episode goes all over the place. Things get even more real with a situation involving a partner wanting to become a swinger, plus a tough “should I leave him?” conversation. Funny, uncomfortable, and way too honest throughout....

Not all addictions look the same… but they can all lead to devastating consequences. In this clip, Handy & Maal break down a disturbing case where addiction, mental health struggles, and obsession spiral into something far darker. What starts as a conversation about habits and coping mechanisms quickly turns into a deeper look at how unchecked behavior can completely distort reality. From para...

You’ve definitely had one of those lowkey evil moments… and so has everyone else. From petty things that aren’t illegal but still feel wrong, to subtle fake behavior and manipulation, the gang calls out the small ways people move shady every day. The conversation also dives into pet peeves that instantly set people off, a wild “Am I Overreacting?” story about a wife who thinks her husband might be...

In this episode, Handy & Maal break down the disturbing case of Fred West and Rosemary West—a story that shocked the UK and revealed unimaginable crimes hidden inside a seemingly normal home. From their life on Cromwell Street to the chilling discoveries made during the investigation, this case is a haunting look at how darkness can exist behind closed doors. The conversation dives into the ti...

Ever overheard a secret that changed everything? This episode dives into some of the wildest, most unexpected confessions—from awkward moments to stories that take a dark turn fast. Handy & Maal react to unbelievable situations, including overheard conversations, questionable decisions, and moments that make you question everything. From bizarre pet stories to secrets that spiral out of contro...

In this episode of Devious Backstories, Handy and Maal break down the real story behind the Loomis Fargo robbery—the case that inspired Masterminds. What was supposed to be a well-planned heist quickly turned into chaos, mistakes, and one of the most unbelievable crime stories out there. From inside access to careless decisions, this is a perfect example of how a “genius” plan can fall apart fast....

This episode goes all over the place—in the best way. Handy and Maal kick things off with Devious Solutions, giving wild, honest, and hilarious answers to tough questions. From there, the conversation shifts to the weird side of attraction… the smells people probably shouldn’t like but somehow do. They wrap it up breaking down the habits people discover about their partners after being together—so...

We break down the Browns Chicken case in Palatine, Illinois—a tragedy that went without answers for years. From the shocking scene to the long investigation, this episode walks through how a case like this could stay unsolved for so long and what eventually changed. A real, in-depth true crime discussion focused on the timeline, details, and lasting impact.

Are your relationship standards valid… or straight-up delusion?  In this episode, we break down modern dating expectations and challenge what’s real vs unrealistic. From playing devil’s advocate to reacting to a wild “Am I The A**hole?” story about a boyfriend skipping his girlfriend’s family events, things get messy fast. We also draft the ultimate toxic partner by picking the biggest red flags (...

In this Devious Backstories segment, we break down the chilling Las Cruces bowling alley massacre — a real unsolved mass shooting that shocked an entire community. What started as a normal morning quickly turned into a nightmare as multiple victims were bound and shot execution-style inside a family bowling alley. With survivors, attempted arson, and decades of unanswered questions, this case rema...

Handy & Maal get raw and unfiltered as they share real confessions, workplace drama experiences, and honest takes on modern relationships. From getting fired and dealing with toxic coworkers to social anxiety in public situations and navigating everyday conflict, this episode blends humor, tension, and painfully relatable life chaos. If you enjoy authentic podcast conversations about social dy...

In 1981, a quiet house on Wonderland Avenue in Los Angeles became the site of one of the most brutal mass killings in Hollywood history. What followed was a twisted story of drugs, organized crime, revenge, and unanswered questions that still haunt true crime investigators today. In this episode, we break down the infamous Wonderland Murders and the dangerous world surrounding the Wonderland Gang....

Friendship gets messy fast. We debate what actually makes someone a bad friend, including the classic dilemma…what do you do if you find out your friend’s partner is cheating? We also read real Reddit confessions from women about the worst betrayals they’ve experienced from friends, react to Dak Prescott’s engagement ending, and break down Baby Keem’s new album Casino in our Hit, Miss, or Hype seg...

This episode dives into the chilling story of Daniel Laplante, a teenage boy who secretly lived within the walls of Massachusetts homes in the 1980s.  From “haunted” houses to psychological games, the conversation explores the fear of home invasion, the nature of mental illness, and the dark escalation that led to murder. Handy & Maal reflect on family dynamics, loneliness, and the terrifying...

Dating in this generation is ego vs ego. Handy & Maal get real about rejection, self-sabotage, toxic attraction, and the red flags we all ignore when the chemistry hits. From chaotic humor to unfiltered conversations, they dive into judgment, family drama, and moral dilemmas that make you question your own choices. If you’re into modern dating debates, Gen Z relationship talk, chaotic honesty,...

How did a churchgoing family man hide one of the most terrifying murder sprees in American history for decades? Handy & Maal break down the disturbing double life of Dennis Rader, the BTK Killer who lived as a normal suburban dad while committing calculated, horrific crimes. From his first murders in the 1970s to the taunting letters, psychological control, and the shocking mistake that finall...

Some traits don’t come from personality… they come from your family. In this episode of Devious Thoughts, Handy sits down with his mom to unpack the habits, attitudes, and toxic traits that quietly pass from one generation to the next. What starts as a funny conversation quickly turns honest as they talk about parenting, discipline, respect, family dynamics, and the moments that shape who we becom...

A charming con artist builds a hotel designed to kill during the Chicago World’s Fair. Trap doors. Hidden rooms. Manipulation. How did he get away with it for so long?

What starts as harmless trivia turns into a full-blown debate about trust issues, jealousy, villain eras, and a wedding situation that might actually end a friendship. We argue about relationship boundaries, admit toxic moments, and break down whether jealousy means you care or you’re just insecure. It’s chaotic. It’s uncomfortable. It’s honest. Are we overreacting… or are people just shady? 0:00...

Handy and Maal break down the rise and fall of Frank Lucas the infamous Harlem kingpin who built one of the most powerful heroin empires in American history. From his early days learning the streets of Harlem to the shocking coffin smuggling allegations this episode explores how Lucas gained power controlled territory and navigated corruption at the highest levels. The conversation dives into orga...

It is our 50th episode and things spiral fast. We talk mental health, the grossest things people have admitted to, wild divorce filings over irreconcilable differences, and play a chaotic round of justified or just difficult scenarios. From serious conversations about healing and mindset to completely unhinged confessions and relationship debates, this episode is funny, uncomfortable, and way too...