Shane L. Waters, Wendy Cee, Gemma Hoskins

Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast

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Foggy gaslit streets. A quiet courtroom. And crimes that history tried to bury. Foul Play is a historical true crime podcast that investigates the most chilling murder cases from the 1800s and early 1900s across the United States and the United Kingdom. Hosted by investigative crime journalists Shane Waters — who pioneered crime podcasting in 2008 — and Wendy Cee, each season unravels one complete criminal case through original research, court records, and primary source material. This isn't sensationalized true crime. Every season of Foul Play puts victims first — their names, their stories,...

Author

Shane L. Waters, Wendy Cee, Gemma Hoskins

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History

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Latest episode

Jun 17, 2026

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Episodes

California: The Maps and Inked Revelations 23.09.2020

A chilling revelation in ink brings new light to the infamous Speed Freak Killers, exposing details hidden... In 'California: The Maps and Inked Revelations,' key discoveries emerge from an unexpected source, the inked confessions and correspondences of Wesley Shermantine, shedding new insights into a case already fraught with horror. Before his crimes, Shermantine was a man seemingly camo...

California: Herzog's Parole Shock 09.09.2020

The unexpected release of Loren Herzog leaves communities in shock and grapples with the justice system's... In 'California: Herzog's Parole Shock,' we examine the unexpected and jarring release of Loren Herzog, a move that baffled the public and shook the confidence in the penal system. Despite having led a life marked by unspeakable violence, Herzog's earlier years were unrem...

California: Unveiling Corruption in The Maps 26.08.2020

Deep-rooted corruption clouds 'The Maps,' examining a web of deceit in law enforcement that the public could... In 'California: Unveiling Corruption in The Maps,' the hard truths of systemic failures within the Sheriff's Office come to light. Hosts Shane and Wendy, with their astute inquiry, expose ethical breaches that complicate justice for victims like those claimed by the S...

California: Paul Holes' Insights into The Maps 12.08.2020

Paul Holes examines chilling insights into 'The Maps,' revealing the investigative depths untapped by the... In 'California: Paul Holes' Insights into The Maps,' the expertise of renowned investigator Paul Holes takes center stage, offering an unparalleled glimpse into the mind of a man who has dedicated his career to solving the unsolvable. Holes' journey into investigatio...

California: Herzog's Judgment Day 29.07.2020

As Loren Herzog faces the judgment day that will decide his fate, the true depths of his involvement in the... In 'California: Herzog's Judgment Day,' we plunge into the heart of a complex trial. The Speed Freak Killers left a trail of terror, and in this gripping case, we follow the other half, Loren Herzog, through his intense trial. Herzog's life before the crimes was one oversh...

California: The Trial Against Shermantine 15.07.2020

The trial against Shermantine in California unveils chilling truths... In this gripping episode of Foul Play's Season 3, listeners are taken inside the courtroom to experience the intense proceedings against Wesley Shermantine. The trial which held a mirror up to California's judicial processes of 2000, uncovers haunting complexities within one of the state's infamous criminal cases. K...

California: Unraveling Truth in Herzog's Interrogations 01.07.2020

In examining Herzog's interrogations, deeper truths about California's dark secrets emerge... Season 3 of Foul Play continues its thrilling trajectory as we revisit Herzog's haunting interrogations, revealing new investigative insights that challenge prior standings in California's tumultuous crime investigations. Herzog's presence, now enigmatic, was once a familiar visage wit...

California: The Maps and Herzog's Tapes Decoded 17.06.2020

Herzog's tapes in California could hold secrets to a haunting mystery... examine deep into the enigmatic psyche of Herzog as Foul Play's Season 3 unfolds a riveting narrative through California's notorious interrogation tapes. This episode meticulously deciphers once enigmatic recordings, unlocking truths and dynamics that could alter the course of the longstanding investigation. Befor...

California: The Maps and Bounty Hunters' Trail 02.06.2020

On the bounty hunters' trail in California, a pursuit could change everything... In this gripping episode of Foul Play Season 3, we follow the trail paved by tenacious bounty hunters in their quest to uncover hidden truths behind intertwined maps and vanishings. As Roles Rob Dick and Leonard Padilla step into the complex proceedings, their relentless chase reveals the dark shadows lurking behi...

California: The Disappearance of Cyndi and Phillip 19.05.2020

Cyndi and Phillip's disappearance in California left a community searching for answers... In this chilling installment of Season 3 of Foul Play, we examine into the mysterious case of Cyndi Vanderheiden and Phillip Martin, whose sudden vanishing in Lodi, California, triggered a desperate hunt for clues. Set against the backdrop of 1998, a year marked by its fair share of mysteries, this story...

California: The Maps and Chevy's Vanishing 05.05.2020

On a fateful autumn day, a life vanished, leaving behind questions and maps that endless searches try to resolve. In 'Chevy's Vanishing,' we retrace the footsteps and important missteps that led to Chevy Wheeler's disappearance on October 16, 1985. This third installment of Season 3 of The Maps series unveils the details behind the heartache endured by her family, communities, and...

California: The Maps and Vanished Voices 21.04.2020

As they vanished, only maps and echoes remained, leading us to the chilling legacy of the Speed Freak Killers. Shane and Wendy turn their investigative attention to the names and faces behind the gruesome headlines of the Speed Freak Killers, unearthing the grief and confusion that continue to haunt families and communities across California. This second episode of Season 3 peels back layers of un...

California: The Maps and Shadow of Speed 07.04.2020

California's notorious Speed Freak Killers spark terror in tales of... pure malevolence and lawlessness that grip communities in fear. The chilling saga of Wesley Shermantine and Loren Herzog examines in the harrowing first episode of Season 3, diving into their destructive swath. Foul Play's gripping third season scrutinizes the darkest corners of crime scenes and their reverberating impa...

Baltimore: Sister Cathy and Organized Abuse 07.04.2020

"Baltimore: Sister Cathy and Organized Abuse" examines the coded operations behind systemic abuses... Season 2's aim to dismantle the institutional forces enabling Sister Cathy's murder and corresponding abuses leads to this global discourse. Cathy, a light against institutional darkness, serves as a catalyst for shining harsh truths we mustn't forget. The scope of her story tr...

Baltimore: Sister Cathy and Lies Unraveled 25.03.2020

"Baltimore: Sister Cathy and Lies Unraveled" continues to pick apart the hidden deceptions... Dieser rich season of Foul Play examines psychological truths with entrenched behavioral analysis continuing with Mike, an expert from Season 2. The chronicle of Cathy and her death demanded peeling away layers crafted to hide the perpetrators' painted picture. Sister Cathy's mission befor...

Baltimore: Sister Cathy and the Language of Lies 11.03.2020

"Baltimore: Sister Cathy and the Language of Lies" invites listeners to understand deception through expert eyes... Foul Play's series continues with a focus on behavioral analysis as vital to revealing truths hidden in Season 2's journey into Sister Cathy's case. Cathy's murder and its echoes demanded an examination not just of faces but the lies driving silence. Before th...

US: Hidden Predator Act 2020 - Part 2 04.03.2020

"US: Hidden Predator Act 2020 - Part 2" examines deeper into the dynamics of advocacy, shining a spotlight... Foul Play continues its dive into legislative intricacies in this second part, tracing how the Hidden Predator Act links to Season 2, confronting past and present injustices. Following legislative negotiators and advocates, listeners learn the momentum behind such key laws. The mot...

US: Hidden Predator Act 2020 - Part 1 26.02.2020

"US: Hidden Predator Act 2020 - Part 1" reveals Maryland's legislative struggle against predators... Departing from its typical format, Foul Play's episode is a raw insight into the legislative efforts decoding the Hidden Predator Act's journey through Season 2. These episodes draw from multiple murky accounts tied to systemic failures like the case of Sister Cathy. Before thes...

Baltimore: Sister Cathy Listener Q&A Finale 12.02.2020

"Baltimore: Sister Cathy Listener Q&A Finale" draws the listener-guided series to a powerful close as Shane and Gemma... With a sense of closure in this final listener engagement episode, Season 2 of Foul Play offers a complete look at Sister Cathy's case through fan insights. The series commits wholeheartedly to exploring unsolved mysteries that connect to Sister Cathy's tragi...

Baltimore: Sister Cathy Listener Q&A Continues 29.01.2020

"Baltimore: Sister Cathy Listener Q&A Continues" provides a thorough listener experience that brings... In the second part of their listener-focused series, Foul Play continues to be a conduit for community engagement and inquiry. As part of Season 2's exploration into Sister Cathy's mysterious demise, listener submissions enrich the narrative with varied perspectives and timel...

Baltimore: Sister Cathy Listener Q&A Begins 22.01.2020

"Baltimore: Sister Cathy Listener Q&A Begins" provides listeners with an engaging platform to address... Foul Play opens the floor to its devoted true crime community in this interactive episode, a venue where passion for justice fuels discussion. Season 2 has intricately woven the mysteries surrounding Sister Cathy's death with profound audience involvement. Sister Cathy's leg...

Baltimore: Child Abuse and Recovery Explored 15.01.2020

"Baltimore: Child Abuse and Recovery Explored" invites us into a courageous journey of healing... In Foul Play's Season 2 episode exploring child abuse, hosts Shane and Gemma are joined by trauma expert Kate MacDowell to work through the dark corridors of recovery and resilience. Season 2 examines into the tragic circumstances surrounding Sister Cathy and the traumas lurking beneath th...

Baltimore: Sister Cathy's Forensic Reckoning 08.01.2020

In "Baltimore: Sister Cathy's Forensic Reckoning," the insights of forensic expert Dr. Werner Spitz bring fresh perspectives... On this gripping episode of Foul Play, we examine the forensic intricacies behind Sister Cathy Cesnik's tragic murder. Season 2 of Foul Play examines deep into the complexities surrounding the murder case involving Sister Cathy, linking a web of secrets to...

Baltimore: Sister Cathy Cover-Up Decoded 4 01.01.2020

Our investigation of the Baltimore cover-up concludes, aiming for clarity in Sister Cathy's case... In the fourth and final installment of this probing series, Shane and Tom Nugent confront unresolved questions about the murky circumstances surrounding Sister Cathy's death. Her unwavering dedication to students earned her respect and admiration in Baltimore schools, making her untimely dea...

Baltimore: Sister Cathy Cover-Up Decoded 3 11.12.2019

The veil begins to lift on Sister Cathy's case as we explore part three of the Baltimore cover-up investigation... Shane and Tom Nugent continue their in-depth examination of the complexities surrounding Sister Cathy's fate. Her commitment to teaching and compassion made her a figure of inspiration, whose loss continues to echo. Before her murder, Sister Cathy strived to create a safe have...

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