Housewives of True Crime

Tab and Jenny dive into the wild scandal of Pamela and Gregg Smart—New Hampshire’s hottest, most toxic true crime couple of the ‘90s. Pam, the high-school media coordinator with a big hair vibe and even bigger ego, starts an affair with 15-year-old Billy Flynn. When Gregg wants to save their broken marriage, Pam allegedly whispers that divorce is not an option… but murder might be. Soon, Gregg is...

Tabitha welcomes former California assemblyman Mike Gatto to discuss criminal justice reform and the unsolved murder of his father, Joseph Gatto, killed in their Silver Lake home in 2013. Mike shares how his father’s case led him into advocacy and ultimately inspired his book Noir by Necessity: How My Father’s Unsolved Murder Took Me to Dark Places . He explains multiple theories investigators con...

Clark Rockefeller was the ultimate fake-it-til-you-make-it criminal except he took it way too far. Behind the bow ties and “old money” vibe was Christian Gerhartsreiter, a German con man posing as a Rockefeller. After kidnapping his daughter during a custody visit and triggering a massive manhunt, police uncovered his real past. That’s when the dark truth surfaced: he was tied to the disappearance...

Tabitha and her best friend Jenny host a live “Housewives of True Crime” show aboard the Crime Wave cruise. Between mimosas and laughs, they share a wild true crime story from Charleston, South Carolina, about Nancy and Chris Latham. Chris, a wealthy banker, and his mistress, Wendy Moore, hired Wendy’s ex-husband to murder Nancy during their divorce. The plan unraveled when an accomplice was pulle...

This Monday on Housewives of True Crime, Tabitha shares an update from her Crime Wave cruise adventure. A live show was recorded onboard with special guest Jenny, but due to technical delays, the audio will be available Wednesday instead of the usual Monday episode—Tabitha’s first missed release in six and a half years. She reflects on the incredible experience of meeting fellow true crime fans, c...

The case this week is a shocking true story about two seemingly sweet elderly women, Helen Golay and Olga Rutterschmidt, who befriended homeless men, took out multiple life insurance policies on them, and later staged fatal hit-and-run accidents to collect millions. Tabitha recounts their backgrounds, long-con planning, surveillance evidence, and eventual arrest, exposing one of California’s stran...

Tab dives into the chilling case of Mark Twitchell - the so-called “Dexter Killer.” Set in Edmonton, Canada, the story follows Johnny Altinger, who vanished after meeting a woman online. What unfolded was a horrifying real-life version of Dexter: a filmmaker obsessed with the show who lured victims into his garage “kill room.” With digital confessions, forensic clues, and a survivor’s shocking esc...

In this episode, Tabitha Kane welcomes veteran journalist David Scott, known for his decades in investigative television, now the creator and host of Interview With a Killer on Court TV. David shares how he transitioned from Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel to interviewing some of the world’s most dangerous criminals, revealing the psychology behind their actions. He discusses notable cases like Ada...

Tabitha shares the tragic 2019 case of Michelle and James “Jimbo” Butler, a married couple traveling the country in their RV. While camping on South Padre Island, Texas, they disappeared without a trace. Their truck and RV surfaced days later across the border, raising immediate suspicion. Authorities launched a search that led to the discovery of their bodies buried in shallow sand dunes near the...

Licensed clinical social worker and author Anna Sonoda joins Tabitha to talk about her book Duck Duck Groom and the importance of teaching families how grooming works before abuse happens. Based on years of clinical work with convicted offenders, Anna explains that predators rely on patience, access, and trust, and most abuse comes from people kids already know. She breaks down the 4F formula of g...

This case centers on the 2018 murder of 58-year-old Gary Farris of Cherokee County, Georgia. Gary, a lawyer and grandfather, lived on a large family farm with his wife, Melody, and their adult children nearby. When he disappeared around July 3rd-4th, his family searched the property and discovered human remains in a smoldering burn pit. Investigators later found blood, bullets, and signs of cleanu...

On April 26, 2010, 16-year-old Alexandria “Ali” Lowitzer vanished after getting off her school bus near Old Pike & Naughty Post in Spring, Texas. She planned to check for a shift at the Burger Barn, but never appeared; CCTV at a nearby gas station didn’t capture her. Ali’s phone went dark immediately and was never recovered. Initial police response labeled her a runaway; CODIS entry came rough...

Bethany Correira, a 21-year-old pre-med student, vanished from her Anchorage apartment in May 2003 after going to meet building manager Mike Lawson about a part-time job. Her phone, keys, and purse were left behind; an empty duplex next door burned same day. Investigators flagged Lawson’s shifting story and cell-tower pings. His brother Bob later confessed they dumped Bethany’s body off the Parks...

Tab speaks with Julie's mother, Sandra, discussing Julie's compassionate nature and the ongoing search for her. Sandra highlights the struggle for custody of Julie's daughter, Layla, and her prayers for strength, justice, and for the perpetrator, George De La Cruz, to reveal Julie's whereabouts... Unlock a world of exclusive content and insider access by joining our Patreon communi...

In this episode of Housewives of True Crime , Tab shares the heartbreaking story of Julie Ann Gonzalez , a young mother from Dripping Springs, Texas, who vanished in 2010 after a custody exchange with her estranged husband, George De La Cruz. Despite suspicious behavior, a fake MySpace post, and mounting evidence—including a dug trench and stolen credit card use—Julie’s body was never found. Still...

On December 6, 1991, four teenage girls - Eliza Thomas (17), Jennifer Harbison (17), Sarah Harbison (15), and Amy Ayers (13) - were found shot, bound, and inside a burned I Can’t Believe It’s Yogurt! shop in Austin, Texas. Two guns (.22 and .380 calibers) were involved, at least three victims suffered sexual assault. Police initially arrested Maurice Pierce, who implicated Forrest Welborn, Michael...

Join Tab and guest co-host Ailish Tasker as they investigate the haunting unsolved case of Terri “Missy” Bevers, a beloved fitness instructor murdered in Midlothian, Texas, in 2016. Found inside a church before leading her boot camp class, Missy’s killer was captured on eerie surveillance footage wearing police-style tactical gear and walking with a distinctive limp. Investigators uncovered strang...

This episode dives deep into the tragic murder of Tupac Shakur on September 7, 1996, in Las Vegas. Tabitha Kane unpacks Tupac’s rise to rap royalty, his fiery East Coast–West Coast feud with Biggie Smalls, and the gang tensions that exploded into violence that fateful night. From the MGM brawl with Orlando Anderson to the drive-by shooting at Flamingo and Coval, the episode explores conspiracies,...

In todays episode, we meet Michael G. Santos, who served over 26 years in federal prison for drug trafficking. Santos transformed his life behind bars, earning degrees, writing books, and formulating a blueprint to help others navigate the prison system. He now runs Prison Professors, guiding inmates and families through incarceration and towards personal growth. His story highlights the flaws in...

In this episode of Housewives of True Crime, Tabitha dives into the chilling murder of Ricky “Rick” Roberts, the beloved “Derby King” of Sonora, California. Known for his demolition derby cars and deep community ties, Rick’s life was cut short in his own auto shop in 2014. The investigation uncovered Cheryl Lacerro, a former Panda Express manager whose obsessive infatuation spiraled into stalking,...

In this gripping podcast episode, Matt Bowyer, a former high-stakes bookmaker, shares his tumultuous life journey. He talks about his rise in the underground gambling world, betting with billionaires, and high-profile experiences playing with celebrities and facing gun threats. Matt is being sentenced today (August 29, 2025) for running an illegal gambling business, money laundering, and filing a...

In this Monday edition of Housewives of True Crime , Tab dives into one of baseball’s most shocking scandals: the betrayal of global superstar Shohei Ohtani by his longtime interpreter and confidant, Ippei Mizuhara. What began as a trusted partnership turned into a multimillion-dollar theft fueled by an out-of-control gambling habit. Tabitha unpacks how Ippei Mizuhara siphoned over $16 million fro...

Gregory “Greg” Fleniken, 55, lived weekdays in Beaumont, Texas for work, returning weekends to his wife Susie in Louisiana. In September 2010, he was found dead in his hotel room with no signs of struggle. Initially believed to be natural causes, an autopsy revealed severe internal injuries. Investigators were stumped until private investigator Ken Brennan uncovered patched wall damage between Gre...

In this gripping solo episode, Tabitha Kane unravels the shocking 2006 Easter murders of Wayne and Sharmon Stock in Murdock, Nebraska. Beloved community members, the Stocks were brutally killed in their home, sparking a botched investigation that led to the wrongful arrest of relatives Matt Livers and Nick Sampson. Through coerced confessions, fabricated evidence, and police tunnel vision, the cas...

In this gripping episode, we delve into the complex and tragic story of Jason Corbett, a businessman from Ireland, whose life was cut short in a shocking incident involving his wife, Molly Martins, and her father, Tom. As we unravel the events leading up to that fateful night, we explore the intricate dynamics of family, the pursuit of justice, and the haunting question of what truly happened. Unl...