Caviar and Criminals

In this emotionally charged Pride Month episode, Anthony unpacks the gut-wrenching history of conversion therapy in America and around the world. We talk about the pseudoscience to real-life horror stories of those who survived it. Then, Dana takes us to Old Hollywood, where the glittering facade masked a brutal truth: queer stars were forced to live double lives, silence by studios and destroyed...

To kick off Pride Month, Dana honors the trailblazing, sass-slinging legacy of The Golden Girls . The sitcom that did more for queer representation than most prime-time shows dared to at the time. Then, Anthony takes a turn into the haunting case of the Last Call Killer. whose victims were gay men just looking for connection in a city that often failed to protect them. From Dorothy's dry wit to de...

This week, Dana takes Anthony through the most infamous tabloid story of the '90s, the case of Lorena Bobbitt. What starts as a punchline becomes a sobering exploration of abuse, media frenzy, and a woman pushed to her breaking point. From late-night jokes to court room drama, Dana unpacks how the world got the story wrong, and what justice really looked like for Lorena. Caviar & Criminals is...

This week Anthony walks Dana through one of the most chilling conspiracy theories currently gripping the internet: is there a serial killer stalking New England? With a cluster of young men turning up dead in eerily similar ways — often near bodies of water, with confusing autopsies and little police follow-up — Reddit, TikTok, and armchair detectives are connecting the dots. Is it just tragic coi...

This week, Dana takes Anthony through the sharp-tongued, trailblazing journey of Joan Rivers. The incomparable woman who broke barriers, burned bridges, and built a comedy empire on brutal honesty and unrelenting ambition. From early stand-up gigs and being blacklisted by Johnny Carson, to reinventing herself through tragedy, reality TV, and plastic surgery punchlines, this episode covers Joan’s r...

Anthony takes Dana deep into the chilling case of the Connecticut River Valley Killer—an unidentified serial murderer who terrorized New England in the 1980s. But this time, there was a survivor. Jane Boroski lived to tell the story, and her harrowing account may hold the key to unmasking the phantom behind a string of brutal killings that still haunt the region today. Caviar & Criminals is a...

In this bonus drop, Dana gives Anthony a crash course on the origins of the Met Gala — from its high-society beginnings to its current role as fashion’s most chaotic night. We deep dive into the most controversial themes, the celebrities who understood the assignment, and the ones who got lost on the way to the carpet. Camp, chaos, couture… what more can you ask for? Caviar & Criminals is a tr...

This week, Dana takes Anthony on a wild ride through the scandalous, fabulous life of Isabella Stewart Gardner — the original Boston socialite with a flair for drama, art, and breaking all the rules. From Venetian parties and couture chaos to the creation of her namesake museum, we dive into the legacy she left behind... and the night it was torn apart by the most iconic unsolved art heist in hist...

In the gripping finale of our two-part Karen Read deep dive, Anthony and Dana head into the courtroom. This episode unpacks the prosecution’s case, the defense’s bombshells, and the tangled web of cops, cover-ups, and conflicting evidence that has captivated the nation. We break down key testimony, the role of the media, and what’s at stake—not just for Karen Read, but for public trust in the just...

This week, we’re serving a double helping of scandal. In the first of two episodes, Anthony dives deep into the icy beginnings of the Karen Read case — from a snowstorm in Canton to a cover-up that may go deeper than anyone imagined. We’re unpacking Karen’s backstory, the night that changed everything, and all the messy, jaw-dropping details that made this case a true crime sensation. Buckle up, b...

This week, Dana takes Anthony on a neon-soaked ride through the glittering empire of Lisa Frank—the woman behind every millennial girl's trapper keeper fever dream. But behind the technicolor tigers and dancing dolphins was a chaotic company culture, lawsuits, and a reclusive founder who vanished into her own pastel palace. It's sparkles meets scandal. Caviar & Criminals is a true crime and po...

This week, Anthony tells Dana the haunting story of Jill Dando, the beloved British TV presenter whose broad-daylight murder outside her London home shocked the nation and remains one of the UK’s most confounding unsolved cases. As the investigation spirals through mistaken identities, conspiracy theories, and a media frenzy, Anthony walks Dana through the chilling twists that still leave more que...

In this week's a la carte, Anthony walks Dana through some of the most shocking and brutal murders connected to dating apps. We walk through the crimes and the implications of modern dating and what it means that this is the world we live in... love relies on a swipe? Be sure to rate review and subscribe wherever you listen! RESOURCE: If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, fr...

This week, Dana takes us on a neon-drenched trip through the rise and fall of the Club Kids, the glitter-soaked misfits who ruled New York nightlife in the '90s. But when fame, drugs, and chaos collide, the scene turns deadly,ending in one of the most shocking crimes in party history: the murder committed by Michael Alig. Caviar & Criminals is a true crime and pop culture podcast hosted by Ant...

In this episode, Dana dives deep into the glittering underworld of the actual caviar cartel. We discuss how fish eggs became black-market gold. From poachers in the Caspian Sea to luxury dining rooms in Manhattan, it's a salty tale of crime, greed, and deception. Caviar & Criminals is a true crime and pop culture podcast hosted by Anthony Kurtz & Dana Parisi. New episodes every Thursday. F...

This week, Anthony explores the meteoric rise and tragic fall of Tejano superstar Selena Quintanilla. From her humble beginnings to her crossover dreams, we follow the story of a beloved icon—and the obsessed fan who took everything away. This is a story about fame, betrayal, and what happens when admiration turns deadly. Caviar & Criminals is a true crime and pop culture podcast hosted by Ant...

In this week's a la carte episode, Anthony breaks down the origin of the infamous reality TV show Wife Swap and the crazy case of Jacob Stockard. The Stockard's feature on Wife Swap was controversial and then a decade later, it became a murder case. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe! Caviar & Criminals is a true crime and pop culture podcast hosted by Anthony Kurtz & Dana Parisi. New e...

This week, Dana takes us on a journey through the life and legacy of Andy Warhol. From his rise to fame as the king of pop art to the near-fatal assassination attempt by Valerie Solanas, we explore the eccentric world of Warhol and how he revolutionized art, celebrity culture, and even vlogging before the internet existed. Was Warhol the first influencer? Dana makes the case for how his obsession...

From flipping tables to throwing glasses and reading each other for filth, no one does a dinner fight like The Real Housewives. In this a la carte episode, Dana talks about the most chaotic, wine-soaked dinner party showdowns in Housewives history. Whether it’s “prostitution whore!” or the Beverly Hills psychic who predicted a divorce, we break down the drama course by course. Grab a drink and joi...

In this week's episode, Anthony takes Dana deep into the world of Gwen Shamblin, the self-proclaimed prophet who built a weight loss empire turned cult. We unpack the shocking tactics Gwen used to convince people that thinness was next to godliness. Buckle up, because this one is a wild ride of diet culture, religious extremism and the woman who took it all way too far. FREE SUPPORT: If you or any...

Cult week continues as Anthony breaks down the insane MLM of LuLaRoe. From how the downline works to the ridiculous printed leggings, we discuss how this company preyed on stay at home moms to create a multi billion dollar business. Are you willing to go bankrupt for the promise of a leggings empire? We discuss it all. Caviar & Criminals is a true crime and pop culture podcast hosted by Anthon...

In this week's a la carte episode, Anthony takes Dana behind the glitzy curtain of Shen Yun, unraveling it's deep times to the Falun Gong movement and it's cult-like tactics. From the extravagant performances, to the eerie ideological control, we dissect how Shen Yun isn't just about dance, it's a perfectly crafted propaganda machine. Caviar & Criminals is a true crime and pop culture podcast...

This week, the roles are reversed as Dana takes the lead, walking Anthony through the outrageous rise and fall of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Jen Shah. From over-the-top glam squads and “Shah-mazing” wealth to a shocking federal indictment, Dana unpacks the massive telemarketing scheme that landed Jen in prison. Caviar & Criminals is a true crime and pop culture podcast hosted by An...

In this a la carte episode, Dana sets out to shock Anthony with a jaw-dropping true crime story and things do not go as planned. Dana breaks down the absurdity of 3,000 tons of maple syrup being stolen from the government, covering everything from logistics to the suspects caught in the sticky web of deception. Tune in for a sweet but scandalous dive into a heist that is so deliciously... Canadian...

In this episode, Anthony walks Dana through the unbelievable life of Danielle Staub—the most controversial Real Housewife of New Jersey in history. We break down her shocking past, her dating life, and the literal book that took her down. Was she a mastermind or just a woman caught up in the wrong crowd? We discuss it all! Caviar & Criminals is a true crime and pop culture podcast hosted by An...