Criminalish

Kelly Stough was a vibrant and magnetic woman who carried herself with grace and left an impression everywhere she went. Devoted to her family and fashion design, she was a beacon of strength and confidence within Detroit’s ballroom scene and an outspoken advocate for the safety of Black trans women. When she was found after a brutal attack in December 2018, police didn’t have to look far to find...

Jacob "Jake" Merfeld was an active-duty member of the U.S. Coast Guard and was known to those around him as a hardworking and devoted husband and father. In 2013, his life was upended by a revelation that shocked the community and left investigators stunned by the brazenness and coldness of someone so close to him. Join Dev and Cam as we uncover how a seemingly picture perfect family rev...

Jeff German was a brave, talented, and beloved reporter, brother, uncle, and son. From topics like mob violence to political corruption, he built a career out of uncovering the truth and getting justice, no matter the danger it posed. When he was attacked outside of his home in 2022, those around him first wondered whether a seedy figure he’d exposed in the past could be behind it. Join Cam and De...

Russell "Rusty" Sneiderman was a loving and high-achieving father and husband. When he was suddenly attacked in broad daylight by a mysterious gunman, it shocked his community and left those around him wondering who could commit such a senseless act. Join Dev and Cam as we discuss how the investigation soon turned towards his seemingly picture-perfect family and exposed the secrets that...

Peggy Carr was a loving mother, sister, and wife. When she and her family suddenly fell sick in the fall of 1988, doctors struggled to figure out what was wrong. By the time they discovered the cause, it was too late for Peggy. Join Cam and Dev as we dive into how Peggy’s sickness and eventual passing kicked off a criminal investigation and ended with an unlikely suspect behind bars. 🎙️ Welcome to...

Anna Kane was a Pennsylvania mother of 3 known for her loving, vibrant, and straightforward personality. Though life had its challenges, she worked hard to provide for her family. When she went missing in October 1988, her loved ones knew that something was wrong. When their worst fear was confirmed just days later, police got to work trying to find Anna’s attacker. Despite their efforts and promi...

Bill and Bridget Harrison were loving and well-respected members of their Mississauga, Canada community. They loved nothing more than supporting their son Caleb and their grandchildren and giving back to their community. When a toxic custody battle threw the family into unimaginable chaos, their lives would be changed forever. Join Cam and Dev as we cover the timeline of the Harrison family murder...

Kent Heitholt was a well-respected member of the Missouri media community. As those around him tried to make sense of the shocking 2001 murder of this kind, quiet, and gentle man, investigators worked to figure out who could be responsible. Join Dev and Cam as we dive into how false assumptions and unethical practices left those in the community wondering if Kent would ever get justice. 🎙️ Welcome...

From 2015-2018, Tara Lynne Lee preyed on over 100 hopeful adoptive parents and over 50 birth mothers and defrauded them of millions of dollars. Join Cam and Dev as we discuss how Tara committed her crimes, the people she harmed, and how she was finally caught. Trigger warnings: mention of a pregnant woman and her unborn child, mentions of miscarriage and stillbirth 🎙️ Welcome to Criminal-ish! 🎙️ A...

At 17 years old, Zion Foster had a bright future ahead of her. A hard-working young girl, she was thinking about prom and life after high school. However, her plans would be cut short when she suddenly disappeared, leaving her family searching for answers. The subsequent police investigation would reveal that the answers were much closer to home than they expected. Trigger warnings: death of a min...

Steven Jay Russell is one of the most infamous con artists. He embezzled millions, staged three elaborate prison escapes, and impersonated lawyers, judges, and police officers, all in the name of love. Join Cam and Dev as we dive into the crimes of Steven Russell and uncover how he got away with his crimes and his eventual capture. Trigger warnings: Suicide attempts, grooming, HIV/AIDS 🎙️ Welcome...

Cassandra Robinson was a young woman and devoted mother with a bright, loving spirit. When she suddenly vanished in 2018 right after her daughter’s first birthday, the investigation into her disappearance would expose a toxic relationship. As police dug deeper, they would uncover a plot driven by the person closest to her. Join Dev and Cam as we discuss this case and the subsequent trial that expo...

In Summer 2019, the actions of two men would forever change the lives of three strangers in Atlanta, GA. join Cam and Dev as we remember who Vincent, Tre’Quan, and Te’a were and how their deaths and the ongoing pursuit of justice have impacted their families and the community. 🎙️ Welcome to Criminal-ish! 🎙️ A true crime podcast where two best friends trade stories ranging from the wild and wacky t...

Natalie McNally was a beloved sister, daughter, and soon-to-be mother living in Northern Ireland in December 2022. When her life was suddenly taken, police focused their investigation on those closest to her and uncovered a cold, calculated plot carried out by someone Natalie thought she could trust. 🎙️ Welcome to Criminal-ish! 🎙️ A true crime podcast where two best friends trade stories ranging f...

In 2008, a romantic picnic in the Australian bush turned into a nightmare when Carolynne Watson and Julian Buchwald vanished without a trace. The week-long search for them would involve hundreds of people and span hundreds of acres. When it seemed like all hope was lost, they emerged with an unbelievable tale. Trigger warning: kidnapping, sexual coercion, mentions of sexual assault 🎙️ Welcome to C...

Melissa Wolfenbarger was a loving and loved mother, daughter, and sister who just wanted a fresh start. In 1998, just as she was reclaiming her life, she suddenly disappeared. For over two decades, her loved ones were forced to go on with no answers. Though some questions have been answered, the family has still not seen justice. Trigger Warnings: child murder, childhood trauma and abuse, domestic...

Baker County, Georgia is one of those places where everyone knows everyone. So when the unimaginable happens to Georgia Green in 2017, police are left wondering who would want to harm such a supportive, faithful, and loving woman. Though they quickly figure out who is responsible, they are baffled by the reasoning behind the attack. Trigger warning: Mentions of domestic violence 🎙️ Welcome to Crim...

Welcome back! We are officially kicking off Season 4 and have some amazing surprises in store for our listeners. Check out our brand new studio on Spotify or YouTube and listen in to learn more about our new upload schedule and more. The first case of the season drops Monday, April 6, but our wonderful Patreon members can listen now. Stay nosy❤️ 🎙️ Welcome to Criminal-ish! 🎙️ A true crime podcast...

From an illegal sports betting ring uncovered by the FBI to a woman suing her husband’s mistress to the arrest of a Real Housewife, there were some truly wild crime stories in the news this year. Join Dev and Cam as we close out 2025 and discuss what happened between September and December 2025. Let us know if there are any cases or stories we missed and see y’all in 2026! 🎙️ Welcome to Criminal-i...

From a fake pregnancy scheme to a jailbreak to Cardi B’s trial, there have been some wild true crime stories in the news this year. Join us this week as we discuss what happened between May and August 2025. Let us know if there are any major cases we missed! 🎙️ Welcome to Criminal-ish! 🎙️ A true crime podcast where two best friends trade stories ranging from the wild and wacky to the downright mes...

From a murderous cult to A$AP Rocky’s Trial to an Olympian turned drug lord, there have been some wild true crime stories in the news this year. Join us this week as we discussed what happened between January and April 2025. Let us know if there are any major cases we missed! 🎙️ Welcome to Criminal-ish! 🎙️ A true crime podcast where two best friends trade stories ranging from the wild and wacky to...

Tune in for a brief but important update on the podcast from Cam and Dev and listen to the end to catch our On This Day segment! 🎙️ Welcome to Criminal-ish! 🎙️ A true crime podcast where two best friends trade stories ranging from the wild and wacky to the downright messed up! 🕵🏾‍♀️🔍 #CriminalishPodcast #TrueCrimePodcast #BlackPodcasters 🚨 Meet us in Cell Block C - https://patreon.com/Criminali...

In 2015, the loved ones of Dr. Teresa Sievers were distraught to learn of her passing after a brutal attack. Investigators were stuck as they considered who could be behind such an attack. Join Dev and Cam as we discuss Teresa’s passions and achievements, the events that would lead up to her death, and the investigation that would uncover the identity and motives of her attackers. Trigger Warnings...

Desiree Sunford was a bright young woman known for her loyalty, love for art, children, and cars, and adventurous spirit. A shocking attack against her in 2013 would leave her family and loved ones searching for answers. And while police would soon find a suspect and eventually convict someone, the rollercoaster investigation would leave questions that still remain unanswered to this day. 🎙️ Welco...

Welcome to Cell Block C’s first minisode! This week, Dev is telling Cam about the kidnapping of Chloe Stein. Join us for all the twists and turns that come with this case. After you’re done listening to our thoughts on this case, we want to hear from you. Let us know your thoughts! ✨ Special Episode Note: This minisode was originally produced and released exclusively for our Patreon subscribers....