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Human experimentation by the U.S. government? We wish we could tell you this was just the plot of a horror film, but it's real and really horrifying. Join us as we discuss unethical and immoral atrocities done in the name of science.  *Content warning: Human experimentation, discussions of racism, brief mention of child sex trafficking* Jones, James H. Bad Blood: The Tuskegee Syphilis Experim...

Today we discuss "one of the most fascinating and complicated hits in the history of Gangland" in the United States: the St. Valentine's Day Massacre.  *Content Warning: Mob violence, murder* “Al Capone.” Biography, Written by Judy Cole and narrated by John Mahoney, season 7, episode 77, Towers Productions, 1995. Roku Channel. History: Saint Valentine's Day Massacre Flashback:...

We finally sat down (again!) with Edrar and Shelby Sosa, director and cinematographer respectively of the documentary Our Precious Hope Revisited: St. Louis’ Little Jane Doe, to talk about the things they learned during their investigation into the truth behind Hope’s story. Join us as we dive into the details of the case. *Content Warning: Child Sexual Assault, Child Murder* Purchase Our Precious...

Hello, spooky patrons. Join us as we talk about the case that sparked Beth's interest in true crime: the murders of the Futo family. Was money the real motive behind the murders of 4 members of a St. Louis family or was something else at play? *Content warning: Child sexual abuse, Child physical abuse, Murder* A killer's confession 30 years in the making Emory Futo: The inside story of a...

In 2021, a trend with a sinister sound hit TikTok. Women were lip-syncing to an interview of a woman describing a murder she'd committed. It sounded like something out of a movie, and the true story is wild. Join us as we discuss the murder of Terry Neely by Angela Simpson. *Content Warning: Descriptions of torture, Murder* “Heartless.” Deadly Women, Directed by Kate Ryerson, season 7, episod...

It's our longest episode yet! Join us as we discuss the murders of the Watts Family in Frederick, Colorado. Be ready to get real angry with us while we talk infidelity, murder, victim blaming, and conspiracy theories.  *Content Warning: Family Annihilation, Child Murder, Toxic Family Situations* American Murder: The Family Next Door. Directed by Jenny Popplewell. Knickbockerglory TV, 2020. Ne...

Happy New Year, spooky humans! Join Beth, Holly, and special guest Katie for a lighter episode as we discuss wild true crime cases from Florida. Florida man who dove into swamp to avoid arrest was later tased while fleeing on riding lawnmower: Deputies Florida man uses "finger guns" to steal Waffle House napkins, deputies say Florida man sits on gun, accidentally shoots self in genitals...

This week, we are sharing the second of 5 stories from our top downloaded countries! In the number 2 spot is Canada, so join us as we discuss the murder of Jun Lin.  *Content Warning: Animal Abuse, Murder, Cannibalism, Necrophilia, Homophobic Language* Don’t F**k With Cats: Hunting an Internet Killer. Written and directed by Mark Lewis. Netflix, 2019. Netflix. Luka Magnotta, Jun Lin, and the grues...

The Mombies are back, Baby! We missed you all during our short hiatus, but we're back with the first of 5 episodes from our top downloaded countries! In the number 3 spot is Spain, so we are discussing the murder of Marta del Castillo in Seville. *Content Warning: Discussions of rape, Murder* Where is Marta? Directed by Paula Cons. Netflix, 2021.  Support the show

On February 28th, 1983, Hope's body was found in an abandoned apartment building in St. Louis, Missouri. Almost 40 years later, we still don't know who she is. If you've heard the story before, rest assured, you don't know the whole story. Listen as Beth and Holly discuss the story as it's always been told and then discuss the facts that director Edrar "Bird" Sos...

It's finally here! Join Christina and Holly as they talk about more of the details of the investigation into the murders of Devon and Damon Routier. Who could have committed such a horrific crime and why? Conspiracy theories abound in this tragic case, and we're here to talk about it. *Content Warning: Child Murder, mention of suicide* Support the show

It's the final part of our Samuel Little trilogy, and we're covering the rest of the victim list. *Content Warning: Rape, Murder* FBI Site with Little's Drawings Texas DPS Site with Little's Drawings / Confessions Pre-order Jillian Lauren's Book Family of Tracy Johnson sees justice in knowing who took her life Serial killer admits to murdering 2 more coast women on the sam...

Hello, spooky humans! Now that we've told you how Samuel Little was caught, the next two episodes are all about the victims. We told you that Little confessed to 93 murders. Let's talk about who these women are and what happened to them. *Content Warning: Rape, Murder* FBI Site with Little's Drawings Texas DPS Site with Little's Drawings / Confessions Pre-order Jillian Lauren&a...

He's currently the most prolific known serial killer in United States history, yet so many people have never heard of him. Join Beth and Holly as they discuss the story of how this monster got caught.  *Content Warning: Rape, Incest, Murder* FBI Unidentified Victim List Texas DPS Unidentified Victim Update Pre-Order Jillian Lauren's Book Confronting A Serial Killer Documentary *Confronti...

It's a topic that we all have opinions on: the death penalty. Join Beth and Holly as they talk about some of the things that make this such a complicated issue.  Witness to Innocence - Perry Cobb Sentenced to Death but Innocent 5 Innocent People Who Were Executed Or Exonerated On Death Row Supreme Court Death Penalty Fact Sheet CDC Homicide Numbers by State States With and Without the Death P...

On June 6, 1996, the Routier family had their lives turned upside down. As the police zoned in on their suspect, the world was left to wonder: Did the police get it right? Or is a killer still on the loose? Join Christina and Holly as they discuss the events of that night. *Content Warning: Child Murder* 911 Call 911 Call Transcript Silly String Video   https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-629...

What would you do if you came home from work to find an intruder in your home? Wait 'til you hear what Susan Kuhnhausen did! Beth and Holly discuss the crazy story. *Content Warnings: Brief descriptions of physical violence, death* A Hitman Came to Kill Susan Kuhnhausen. She Survived. He Didn't. Anderson Cooper Clip KGW News Talks To Susan About Case Companion Police: Intruder Strangled...

On August 5th, 2012, a white supremacist executed a terrorist attack on the Sikh Gurdwara in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, that left 7 dead including the shooter and 4 others injured. Listen to Beth and Holly as they discuss this absolutely senseless tragedy. Content Warning: *Gun violence, racism, death* “Oak Creek Wisconsin.” Active Shooter: America Under Fire , Created by Aaron Saidman, season 1, episo...

Join Beth, Holly, and special guest Jenna as they discuss an almost 30-year-old cold case that needs your help to heat it up.  Sign the petition here!     Donate to the GoFundMe here! *Content Warning: Brief discussion of domestic abuse, gun violence, death* Sedona Police Department returns to 1993 case Sedona Police Department adds more pieces to puzzle in 1993 death Fox 10 segment part 1 Fox 10...

It's a spooky episode! Join Christina and Holly as they discuss the legend of Mothman, an otherworldly creature that stalks the residents of Point Pleasant WV. Are the stories real or Urban Legend? Would YOU look into the red eyes staring at you in dark of the night? Do you believe aliens could really visit Earth... or are they already here? https://www.npr.org/sections/pictureshow/2012/01/23...

We've reached the end of the Leopold and Loeb saga! Can Clarence Darrow save Leopold and Loeb from death by hanging? Do we even want him to? Join Beth and Holly as we discuss the trial and the aftermath. *Content Warning: Brief discussion of potential child rape / necrophilia* A Brief History of Greek Jewish Life The Lives & Legends of Richard Loeb & Nathan Leopold Richard Loeb Psychi...

What happened with those glasses? What alibi did these fools come up with? How did they get caught? Join Beth and special guest Katie as we discuss the investigation into the murder of Bobby Franks. *Content Warning: Discussions of Homophobia and Police Brutality* A Brief History of Greek Jewish Life The Lives & Legends of Richard Loeb & Nathan Leopold Richard Loeb Psychiatric Report Natha...

It's one of the most infamous true crime stories in Chicago history, and we're doing a deep dive! Join Beth and Holly as we discuss the murder of Bobby Franks. *Content Warning: Child Sexual Abuse, Child Murder, Discussions of Homophobia, Discussions of Anti-Semitism* A Brief History of Greek Jewish Life The Lives & Legends of Richard Loeb & Nathan Leopold Richard Loeb Psychiatri...

Hello, spooky humans. This week, Christina, Beth, and Holly discuss two stories of individuals with troubled upbringings, and how their paths would ultimately collide, changing both of their lives forever. Come along with us on a very twisted journey of terror, tragedy, but also courage, that will break your heart but give you hope. This is the story of how 17 year old Lisa McVey found herself in...

Part 4 of our Amityville series has finally arrived! Join Beth & Holly as they discuss the end of the story, their own opinions, and what the kids have said since about their experiences in the house. Anson, Jay. The Amityville Horror. Gallery Books, 1977. My Amityville Horror. Directed by Eric Walter, starring Danny Lutz. Lost Witness Pictures / FRI, 2012. Amazon Prime. https://www.amityville...