Dreadfully Yours

In this gripping episode, I sit down with journalist and true crime author Tony Adame, the mind behind Chase the Devil: Murder and Obsession on Florida’s Gulf Coast and the award-winning podcast The Sheriff: Murder, Lies & Revenge in Okaloosa County. We dive into the real-life case that inspired his debut true crime book—a haunting story of manipulation, obsession, and murder set against the b...

In this chapter, I’m joined by Rachel Corbett , journalist, academic, and author of The Monsters We Make , for a deeply thoughtful conversation about crime, memory, and the stories we tell ourselves about evil. Rachel shares how her own childhood experiences—and the moments that shaped her understanding of violence and fear—ultimately led her down the path of researching crime, criminal behavior,...

Raven sits down with former CIA analyst and bestselling espionage novelist David McCloskey, author of The Seventh Floor , Moscow X , and Damascus Station , for a fascinating conversation about the realities — and misconceptions — surrounding the CIA and modern intelligence work. A former analyst who worked at Langley and in field stations across the Middle East, McCloskey brings real-world experie...

Raven Rollins sits down with thriller novelist and podcast host Marnie Vinge for a conversation about storytelling across mediums, including writing suspense fiction, podcasting, creativity, and the process behind crafting emotionally driven mysteries. The discussion also explores Marnie’s novel “I Remember Everything,” the intersection of storytelling and atmosphere, and the unique challenges tha...

In this installment of Cryptids Unscripted, folklorist Simon Vaughn joins Raven Rollins and guest Jean Gray for a conversation surrounding the legend of Mothman — one of America’s most infamous cryptids. From the origins of the sightings to the folklore and cultural fascination that followed, the group explores how the story of Mothman evolved into modern mythology. Also joining the conversation i...

Raven sits down with USA Today bestselling author Shawn M. Warner for a conversation surrounding viral publishing success, storytelling, social media, and his breakout novel “ Leigh Howard and the Ghosts of Simmons-Pierce Manor. ” After a chance encounter at a grocery store led to a viral TikTok video viewed by millions, Shawn and his novel quickly exploded into the spotlight, transforming the ind...

Raven Rollins and her amateur-chef husband Rick sit down with author Karen Pierce for a conversation surrounding mystery fiction, literary inspiration, and the deliciously dark world behind her cookbook, “ Recipes for Murder: 66 Dishes That Celebrate the Mysteries of Agatha Christie .” A self-proclaimed foodie, amateur cook, and lifelong fan of Agatha Christie. Karen became increasingly fascinated...

Raven Rollins sits down with former federal prosecutor, innocence advocate, law professor, and author Valena Beety for a conversation surrounding wrongful convictions, forensic junk science, systemic injustice, and the pursuit of reform within the American legal system. As the founder of the West Virginia Innocence Project and author of “ Manifesting Justice ,” Valena discusses the real-world case...

Raven sits down with filmmaker, composer, and founder of Crime Sonics Dan Brown Jr. for a conversation surrounding documentary filmmaking, musical storytelling, and the emotional architecture behind true crime media. Now also known for the documentary “ Girl Forgotten: What Happened to Brianna Wells? ,” Dan discusses the years-long process of independently creating a feature-length true crime docu...

Raven sits down with investigative journalist and bestselling nonfiction author Sally Denton for a conversation surrounding longform investigative storytelling, narrative nonfiction, and her book “ The Colony: Faith and Blood in a Promised Land .” A former investigative reporter and author of nine nonfiction books — including multiple New York Times Editors’ Choice selections — Sally discusses her...

Raven Rollins sits down with civil rights attorney, advocate, and author Jarrett Adams for a powerful conversation surrounding wrongful conviction, resilience, justice, and storytelling through lived experience. At just seventeen years old, Jarrett Adams was wrongfully convicted and sentenced to prison for a crime he did not commit. After spending nearly a decade incarcerated, he was eventually ex...

Raven sits down with author and historian Marta McDowell for a conversation surrounding the dark and fascinating relationship between gardening, folklore, poison, and crime fiction in her book “ Gardening Can Be Murder: How Poisonous Poppies, Sinister Shovels, and Grim Gardens Have Inspired Mystery Writers .” Together, they explore the surprising ways gardens, plants, landscapes, and even ordinary...

In this installment of Cryptids Unscripted, Raven Rollins sits down with folklorist Simon Vaughn for a conversation surrounding the legend of skinwalkers — one of the most feared and misunderstood figures in Indigenous folklore. Together, they explore the origins of the stories, how the legend has evolved through modern media and internet culture, and why tales surrounding skinwalkers continue to...

Raven, along with her guests, Folklorist Simon Vaughn & Professor of Psychology Mandy McNeely, takes you from the 50s to today with a deep dive on Satanic Panic, serial killers, spooky houses, cults, and the Devil himself. (This episode originally aired on the podcast Sirens | Southern True Crime with Raven Rollins. It has been reformatted for use on this podcast.) Find retail links to this st...

Raven speaks with author, previous TV producer, and psychotherapist Sagit Schwartz about her new thriller book, Since She's Been Gone. The conversation included topics such as: eating disorders, mental health, book trigger warnings and disclaimers, grief, and chemistry testing actors for romance films. Find Since She's Been Gone anywhere you get your books or on the Zon here: https://amzn.to/483gF...

In this episode, I'm joined by Kathy Reichs , one of the most respected voices in forensic science and crime fiction. A practicing forensic anthropologist and the author behind the Temperance Brennan series (Bones), Reichs brings a rare dual perspective—working real cases involving unidentified remains while also translating that science into compelling narrative. Our conversation moves beyond pop...

In this episode, Raven Rollins sits down with bestselling true crime author Kathryn Casey to discuss “Deliver Us,” her haunting investigation into the infamous Texas Killing Fields cases — a stretch of desolate land tied to decades of disappearances, violence, and unanswered questions along the I-45 corridor. The conversation explores the real stories behind the victims, the emotional weight of in...

In Chapter Five, Raven speaks with fellow author J. C. Fuller , whose popularity sprouted from The Rockfish Island Mystery series, a murder mystery who-dun-it book series. J. C. can be found making cute videos on TikTok or you can find the series Facebook page and follow for the newest release details and updates at https://www.facebook.com/Blackbearalibi . Black Bear Alibi (Book 1) Philip Russell...

Raven gets an in studio visit from mystery writer J.L. Hyde where they visit about her books, and her love for horror, true crime, & murder mysteries. We also discuss writing processes, Delta County being Optioned for TV, and talk about her favorite Brewery, Lively Beerworks of OKC, where we meet the owner Nick. Lots to unpack, so let's get to it! Find more about J.L. Hyde at her website, www....

Raven speaks with award-winning journalist, science writer, and outdoors expert Kathryn Miles about her new book Trailed: One Woman's Journey to Solve the Shenandoah Murders . There's so much covered in this book. National park security (or the lack thereof), hate crimes, unsolved murders, the backpacking community, and of course, the girls' love story and tragic end. It is absolutely worth a read...

Welcome to Dreadfully Yours: Conversations with Dark Storytellers. In this Prologue, host Raven Rollins shares the story behind the creation of Dreadfully Yours, the evolution of storyteller interviews from her first podcast Sirens: Southern True Crime , and the vision for this new immersive home dedicated to dark storytelling across books, journalism, horror, film, podcasting, mystery, music, and...