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In Episode 203 of Brutal, Bizarre and Boozy, Jane dives into the incredible story of the Dublin Whiskey Fire of 1875, when a massive warehouse blaze sent rivers of burning whiskey through the streets of Dublin, creating one of Ireland's strangest historical disasters. Then Deklan covers the heartbreaking stalking and murder of actress Rebecca Schaeffer, a case that shocked Hollywood and helped cha...

In Episode 202 of Brutal, Bizarre and Boozy, Deklan covers the shocking Citronelle Murders, a brutal 2016 mass killing in Alabama carried out by Derrick Dearman that left an entire family shattered and stunned investigators with its violence. Then Jane dives into the infamous Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Heist, the largest unsolved art theft in history, where masterpieces worth hundreds of mill...

In this episode of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy, Jane explores the heartbreaking case of Yara Gambirasio, the 13-year-old Italian girl whose disappearance sparked one of the largest investigations in Italy's history. From an exhaustive DNA hunt involving thousands of samples to a controversial conviction, this case remains one of the most discussed true crime stories in modern Europe. Then Deklan he...

In this milestone 200th episode of Brutal, Bizarre and Boozy, we dive deep into the shocking story of Rajneeshpuram, the controversial Oregon commune founded by followers of Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh. What began as a spiritual movement grew into one of the most bizarre and disturbing chapters in American history, involving political takeovers, wiretapping, assassination plots, mass poisoning, immigra...

In Episode 199 of Brutal, Bizarre and Boozy , Jane examines the shocking case of Canadian killer Brett Ryan. Once known as the "Fake Beard Bandit" for a string of bank robberies, Ryan later became the focus of a chilling murder investigation involving a crossbow, family betrayal, and a deadly obsession with maintaining a carefully crafted image. Meanwhile, Deklan explores the mystery of Ley Lines—...

This week on Brutal, Bizarre and Boozy, Jane covers the viral and disturbing Sarah Boone suitcase murder case involving the death of Jorge Torres Jr.. What began as a reported game of hide-and-seek turned into one of the internet’s most infamous true crime stories after investigators uncovered shocking video evidence, interrogation footage, and a timeline that led to Boone’s murder conviction. We...

The theft of the iconic Wizard of Oz Ruby Slippers and the horrifying crimes of Victorian serial killer Mary Ann Cotton are featured in episode 197 of Brutal, Bizarre and Boozy. Jane covers the shocking burglary at the Judy Garland Museum, the decades-long mystery surrounding the stolen Ruby Slippers, and the FBI sting operation that finally recovered one of Hollywood’s most famous movie props. De...

In episode 196 of Brutal, Bizarre and Boozy, Deklan dives into the disturbing life and controversies surrounding Michael Aquino, the former military intelligence officer and founder of the Temple of Set whose name became linked to decades of conspiracy theories, occult accusations, and the Satanic Panic era. Then Jane covers the horrifying case of Steve Wright, the Suffolk Strangler, the serial ki...

What happens when a simple tick bite changes the way your body reacts to food forever? In episode 195 of Brutal, Bizarre and Boozy, Jane dives into the disturbing reality of Alpha-Gal Syndrome, the tick-borne condition linked to red meat allergies, delayed allergic reactions, and mysterious symptoms that have left some victims struggling for answers. Then Deklan takes listeners into one of the dar...

In Episode 194 of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy , we cover the Budd Dwyer press conference , one of the most shocking moments ever aired on live television, and the Counterclockwise Experiment , a controversial study on aging and mindset. Deklan dives into the 1987 case of Pennsylvania treasurer Budd Dwyer, while Jane explores psychologist Ellen Langer’s groundbreaking research on whether perception...

In this true crime podcast episode of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy , we cover the Gerhardt and Arielle Konig case in Maui, a near deadly hiking incident involving a married couple whose relationship struggles ended in tragedy and raised questions about what really happened on the trail. Then we examine the 1976 Société Générale bank heist in Nice, France, orchestrated by Albert Spaggiari, a calculat...

In this episode of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy , we explore two disturbing real stories—one rooted in American history and one still unexplained. Deklan covers the Ludlow Massacre of 1914, a deadly Colorado coal miners’ strike where violence erupted between workers and the Colorado National Guard, becoming one of the most infamous events in U.S. labor history. Then Jane examines the Girlstown Mexic...

In this episode of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy, we break down André Bamberski’s fight for accountability and the legal battle that followed. The Kalinka Bamberski murder case spans decades, multiple countries, and a father’s relentless pursuit of justice after her suspicious death involving Dr. Dieter Krombach. Then, we examine the disturbing case of Charles Albanese, a suspected serial poisoner li...

In this episode of the Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy true crime podcast , we explore the Finders Cult investigation and the Ana Walshe murder case. The Finders Cult case gained attention in the 1980s as a bizarre and controversial cult investigation involving alleged child exploitation and possible government connections. We then cover the Ana Walshe case, a Massachusetts missing person case that bec...

In Episode 189 of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy , Jane explores the dark history and chilling hauntings of the Tower of London—one of the most infamous landmarks in England, known for executions, imprisoned royalty, and centuries of reported paranormal activity. Then Deklan dives into the disturbing crimes of Italian serial killer Giorgio Vizzardelli, whose violent acts shocked Italy and left a lasti...

Jane covers the disturbing case of Brian Steven Smith, an Anchorage man convicted of murdering Kathleen Jo Henry and Veronica Abouchuk after video evidence from his phone exposed the crimes. The shocking investigation ultimately led to Smith receiving a 226-year prison sentence. Deklan then dives into the bizarre world of deep sea creatures, exploring strange ocean animals like siphonophores, the...

Deklan examines the 2018 murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, who was killed inside the Saudi Arabian consulate in Istanbul after entering the building to obtain documents for his upcoming marriage. The shocking case sparked a global investigation and international political fallout. Jane then explores eerie legends surrounding The Boca Raton resort in Florida, where staff and guests have reporte...

This week Jane discusses serial killer, Alex Ewing who carried out a series of brutal home invasion attacks in Colorado, Arizona and Nevada in the 1980s, leaving behind a trail of violence that went unsolved for decades. Advances in DNA technology eventually identified Ewing as the attacker, connecting him to multiple killings in Colorado. Deklan explores disturbing medical treatments once believe...

In episode 185, Deklan dives into the bizarre McDonald's hoax call from Kentucky, exploring how a simple prank spiraled into viral chaos. It makes you question what people are capable of doing when faced with an “authority” giving them instructions. Jane takes us west to the rugged hills of Arizona to uncover the enduring mystery of the Lost Dutchman’s Mine, where fortune hunters have chased legen...

In episode 184 of Brutal, Bizarre and Boozy, Jane examines Operation Sea-Spray, the secret 1950 U.S. Navy experiment that sprayed bacteria over San Francisco without public knowledge, exposing thousands to potential harm. Deklan covers the brutal and unsolved murder of Elizabeth Short, known as the Black Dahlia, whose 1947 killing became one of Hollywood’s most notorious cold cases. We also drink...

Deklan explores the 1989 pro-democracy protests in Tiananmen Square and the unidentified “Tank Man.” The scene captivated the world, and questions remain about its lasting impact in China. Jane then covers the Colonial Parkway murders, a series of killings and disappearances in 1980s Virginia. Recent developments helped bring some closure when a suspect was identified. We also drink the Chinese Fi...

This episode takes a sharp turn into the strange and unexplained. Jane explores Newgrange, an ancient prehistoric monument older than Stonehenge, steeped in mystery, ritual, and unanswered questions. Deklan then unpacks the baffling death of Gareth Williams, a case filled with contradictions that continues to puzzle investigators and the public alike. We also enjoy the Irish Maid cocktail. Want to...

In Episode 181 of Brutal, Bizarre & Boozy , Deklan dives into the rise and violent destruction of Black Wall Street, examining the Tulsa Massacre and its lasting impact on American history. Jane follows with the chilling murder of law professor Dan Markel—a case tangled in family conflict, custody battles, and years of legal fallout. We also sample the Wall Street Sour cocktail. Want to contac...

In Episode 180 of Brutal, Bizarre & Boozy , Jane examines the life and crimes of Franklin Delano Floyd, focusing on the abduction and exploitation of Suzanne Sevakis. Kidnapped at age five, raised under false identities, and later forced into marriage, Suzanne’s life was shaped by deception and abuse. Floyd later confessed to killing her young son, while Suzanne’s death remains unresolved. Dek...

This episode of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy spans the unexplained and the unforgivable. Deklan recounts the UFO experiences reported by Meng Zhaoguo, a case that remains one of the most talked-about encounters in modern UFO history. Jane then examines Franklin Floyd and the death of Cheryl Commesso, unraveling a disturbing true crime story with lasting consequences. We also drink The Phoenix Cockta...