Fruitloops: Serial Killers of Color

Wendy & Beth are back, spilling stories, cracking each other up, and diving into Indigenous culture, parenting chaos, and true crime talk - with some heartwarming good news, too! Tune in for laughs, insight, and those classic “same brain!” moments. Look alive, y’all, it’s crazy out there! Where to find us: Our Facebook page is Fruitloopspod and our discussion group is Fruitloopspod Discussion on F...

In 1987, Ruthie Mae McCoy made a frantic 911 call. Someone, she claimed, was trying to get into her apartment - through the bathroom cabinet. Two days later, Ruthie was found murdered. Her death was all too real. But the horror didn’t end there. Five years later, a new nightmare was born on the big screen. With the chilling command “Be my victim,” the legend of Candyman took hold - a vengeful spir...

Love You, Byeee! Week of 09/22/25Join Fruitloops for our biweekly minisode, "Love You, Byeee!" In this episode, Wendy & Beth are back with a lively catch-up that’s equal parts laughs, hot takes, and heartfelt moments! They dish on family adventures, fast-food disappointments, and the latest TV shows and movies they’re obsessed with. Listeners chime in with letters and safety tips, and things take...

This week, Beth and Wendy uncover the story of Benjamin Thomas “Tony” Atkins aka the Woodward Corridor Killer. For eight terrifying months in Detroit, he stalked the streets, leaving a trail of death, fear, and unanswered questions in his wake. This episode was researched & scripted by Wendy & Beth Williams and edited by Minnie Williams. Looking for listener letters, shout-outs & tips on how not t...

Love You, Byeee! Week of 09/08/25 In this episode, Wendy & Beth are back with their signature mix of laughs, real talk, and jaw-dropping stories. They kick things off with personal updates and holiday shenanigans, then dive into listener letters and hot topics from the news. From the heartbreaking reality of recent school shootings to a true crime case that rocked an entire community, the conversa...

This week we dive into the chilling case of Dontae Rashawn Morris, a man who committed a killing spree in 2010 that left five dead and an entire city on edge. Among his victims: two police officers, murdered during a routine traffic stop… all caught on dash cam. Looking for listener letters, shout-outs & tips on how not to get murdered? You’ll now find them tucked away in our Love You, Bye episode...

Join Fruitloops for our biweekly minisode, "Love You, Byeee!" In this episode from the week of 08/25/25, Wendy and Beth get personal about work, family, and back-to-school stress before diving into community support, binge-worthy TV, and the tough realities of gun violence. They dive into the messy, real-life questions around race and identity and wrap with some lighter pop culture buzz, from Tayl...

Two cousins. Four murders. One homicidal summer. In 2004, Angel Ford-Wright & Caroline Peoples lured victims with false promises, then executed them. One confessed. One went to trial. Both got life. Looking for listener letters, shout-outs & tips on how not to get murdered? 🔍 You’ll now find them tucked away in our Love You, Bye episodes. This episode was researched & scripted by Wendy & Beth Wil...

Wine, TV, true crime, politics, and… a Reddit rabbit hole about race? Wendy & Beth cover it all with heart and humor. Listener discretion advised, but laughter guaranteed. Look alive, y’all, it’s crazy out there! Donate to PBS and NPR: https://www.npr.org/donations/support https://www.pbs.org/donate/ Where to find us: Our Facebook page is Fruitloopspod and our discussion group is Fruitloopspod Dis...

In this rewind episode from 2020, Beth and Wendy cover the chilling case of Dale Devon Scheanette, aka “The Bathtub Killer.” In 1996, two women were discovered dead in half-filled bathtubs in the same Arlington, TX apartment complex. The shocking crimes set off an intense investigation that would take years to solve. Thanks for listening! This is a weekly podcast and new episodes drop on Thursdays...

From August 2005 to June 2006, Phoenix, Arizona was gripped with fear as the “Baseline Killer” stalked the city. Mark Goudeau, a married man with a hidden dark side, was eventually linked to nine murders, multiple sexual assaults, and armed robberies. Disguised and armed, he attacked seemingly at random, at night and in broad daylight, until DNA evidence led to his capture. In this rewind episode...

Fruitloops is on a short break, so today we’re featuring an episode from one of our favorite podcasts, Affirmative Murder! Hosted by Alvin Williams and Francel Evans, Affirmative Murder blends true crime and comedy as the hosts share captivating cases, often highlighting marginalized communities, with sharp wit and a fresh perspective. In this episode, Alvin and Fran break down the standout moment...

This week on Fruitloops: Serial Killers of Color, Wendy & Beth take a detour into horror with a review of Scream, Queen! My Nightmare on Elm Street. Scream Queen! is a documentary about actor Mark Patton, the star of A Nightmare on Elm Street 2, and his experience as a closeted gay man in 1980s Hollywood. The film explores the homoerotic subtext of the horror sequel, the backlash Patton faced, and...

Fruitloops Short is the no frills version of our regular episode. He was one of LA's most feared and calculating gang leaders, linked to at least a dozen murders and known for his chilling control over a neighborhood in Atwater Village. Dive into the dark story of Timothy Joseph McGhee, the mastermind behind a reign of terror and one of the FBI’s Most Wanted. This episode was researched & scripted...

He was one of LA's most feared and calculating gang leaders, linked to at least a dozen murders and known for his chilling control over a neighborhood in Atwater Village. Dive into the dark story of Timothy Joseph McGhee, the mastermind behind a reign of terror and one of the FBI’s Most Wanted. This episode was researched & scripted by Wendy & Beth Williams and edited by Minnie Williams. Thanks fo...

Fruitloops is taking a short break, so today we're sharing a wild ride from one of our favorite podcasts, Pretend by Javier Leiva! This binge-worthy show is all about people who live a lie - con artists, cult leaders, undercover agents… and everyday people. Javier dives deep into these twisted tales through interviews, investigations, and the relentless pursuit of truth behind the deception. This...

Fruitloops Short is the no frills version of our regular episode. A deadly plot to avoid divorce and keep the house!! This week, Beth and Wendy dive into the twisted case of Darlene George, a Maine woman who staged a fake home invasion with her brother and lover to murder her husband. This episode was researched & scripted by Wendy & Beth Williams and edited by Minnie Williams. Thanks for listenin...

A deadly plot to avoid divorce and keep the house!! This week, Beth and Wendy dive into the twisted case of Darlene George, a Maine woman who staged a fake home invasion with her brother and lover to murder her husband. This episode was researched & scripted by Wendy & Beth Williams and edited by Minnie Williams. Thanks for listening! This is a weekly podcast and new episodes drop on Thursdays, so...

Join Fruitloops for our biweekly minisode, "Love You, Byeee!" In this lively episode from the week of 06/16/25, Wendy and Beth share personal updates, including a beach vacation and a stingray encounter. They discuss innovative gardening techniques and delve into various documentaries and current events. The conversation reflects on historical events, pays tribute to Ananda Lewis, and examines leg...

Back in August of 2024, for Fruitloops Video Club, Beth & Wendy reviewed the Netflix Documentary, Tell Them You Love Me. Please join us for the discussion! Synopsis: “A relationship between a married white professor and a Black man with cerebral palsy sparks controversy when the man’s mother alleges that her son is incapable of consent — leading to a nationwide debate over power dynamics, disabili...

Fruitloops Short is the no frills version of our regular episode. In this episode, Beth and Wendy discuss the case of a black man who murdered nine women in Springfield, Massachusetts between 1995 and 1998, making him one of the most prolific serial killers in the state of Massachusetts. This episode was researched & scripted by Wendy & Beth Williams and edited by Minnie Williams. Thanks for liste...

This week Beth and Wendy discuss the case of Alfred J Gaynor. Between 1995 and 1998, the city of Springfield, MA, became the hunting ground of a predator hiding in plain sight. He murdered at least nine women, preying on the most vulnerable and leaving a community shaken to its core. This episode was researched & scripted by Wendy & Beth Williams and edited by Minnie Williams. Thanks for listening...

Join Fruitloops for our biweekly minisode, "Love You, Byeee!" In this episode from the week of 05/26/25, Wendy and Beth serve up a smorgasbord of laughs, real talk, and eyebrow-raising hot takes. They kick things off with personal stories that range from charmingly nostalgic to “did that really happen?” as they explore childhood creativity, family quirks, movie memories, and the eternal mystery of...

Season 6 of Nobody Should Believe Me–out weekly starting June 19, available in full for subscribers at launch– covers the extraordinary and tragic saga of the McDaniel family, a real-life Southern Gothic tale of Munchausen by Proxy that spans decades and has left untold damage in its wake.  For the past twelve years, Lisa McDaniel worked for The Guthy Jackson Foundation, a high-profile non-profit,...

Fruitloops Short is the no frills version of our regular episode. In this episode, Beth and Wendy discuss the case of Howell Emanuel Donaldson III, who shocked the nation in 2017 when he was arrested for a string of seemingly random killings in Tampa, Florida. Dubbed the Seminole Heights Killer, Donaldson targeted four victims over 51 days, sparking fear and a massive manhunt. A break came when he...