Switchblade Sisters Social Club

In this deeply disturbing and forensic-filled episode, Isla walks us through the crimes of George Joseph Smith: swindler, bigamist, serial killer, and general all-around b*stard.  Operating in Edwardian England, Smith preyed on lonely women through Lonely Hearts ads, married them under false names, took out life insurance policies, and then drowned them in athtubs. All within a matter of days. Dee...

This week, Dee takes us on a tour of debauchery, dungeons, and deeply dodgy aristocrats in a case so twisted it makes Fifty Shades read like a church newsletter.  That’s right, we’re diving headfirst into the silk-draped scandal pit of the original king of kink and courtroom drama: the Marquis de Sade. Was he a misunderstood literary genius, a political provocateur, or just a rich creep with too m...

This week, Isla takes the lead in her first ever Switchblade Sisters case presentation! Brace yourself for a tale of murder, manipulation, and mushroom soup as we plunge into the poison-laced life of Polish-American serial killer Tilly Klimek. Operating in Chicago’s Little Poland in the early 1900s, Tilly claimed to be clairvoyant, predicting the deaths of her husbands, neighbours, and even dogs,...

Welcome back, sisters and sinners! This week, Dee and Isla take a dark and winding stroll down the towpaths of 1960s London to unpick the grim mystery of Jack the Stripper — no, not a misbehaving hen party guest, but the nickname for one of Britain’s most elusive serial killers. Between 1959 and 1965, eight women, all sex workers, were found murdered and dumped near the Thames. All were undressed....

What do you get when you cross a morgue attendant with a Satanist, a bad artist, and a 90s French internet hookup? A cannibal with a YouTube following, apparently. Join Dee and Isla as we plunge fang-first into the gore-splattered legacy of Nicolas Claux , the Vampire of Paris , a convicted murderer, confessed cannibal, corpse desecrator, and, somehow, international curator. It all started with a...

Welcome to Season 5 — and say hello to your new co-host Isla from Criminally Good Books in York! In this jam-packed first episode, Dee and Isla go full-blown true crime + emotional carnage as they cover the terrifying 1999 bombing spree that shook London to its core. But first, a few very important announcements: 🧡 Emma has stepped back from co-hosting (she’s still a Switchblade Sister for life a...

In this special bonus episode of the Switchblade Sisters Social Club, co-hosts Dee and Emma address Emma's departure from the podcast. As Emma takes a step back, they introduce Isla of Criminally Good Books, the new co-host for Season 5. But before Emma chips off, we discuss our visit to the Moholoholo Animal Rehab Center, their charitable donation, and their encounter with the infamous honey...

A brand-new episode of Switchblade Sisters Social Club just dropped, and this one is extra twisted . This week, Dee and Emma are diving into the case of Dennis Rader , aka BTK – the serial killer whose ego was as big as his incompetence. If you’ve ever wondered how NOT to get away with murder (or how a family man can have a secret life that is way too secret), this one’s for you. And because we ca...

Sister Mariam Soulakiotis’ Deadly Cult is not your typical nun story. No warm-hearted singing in the Alps. No friendly penguin-waddling habits. Just pure, unholy terror. This so-called “holy” woman took “blind faith” to a whole new level—and by that, we mean fraud, abuse, imprisonment, and murder.   If you thought convent life was all about peaceful prayer and fresh-baked bread, well… guess again....

We hope you're emotionally stable today because… this one is ROUGH. Our latest episode covers Richard Chase, the Vampire of Sacramento , and let’s just say if you were hoping for a cozy crime about an eccentric jewel thief, this ain’t it. It’s grim. It’s gruesome. It’s the kind of case that makes you reconsider drinking anything red for a while. Even wine.  🚨 All. The. Trigger. Warnings. Appl...

Ever wondered what would happen if Deadpool was real but way less charming and way more terrifying? Well, this week on Switchblade Sisters Social Club , we’re diving into the bizarre case of Wade Wilson, the Deadpool Killer —a guy who thought his supervillain nickname would make up for, you know, being a murderer. Spoiler: It didn’t. In this episode, Dee and Emma break down Wilson’s messy crime sp...

Grab your berets because this week Dee and Emma are tackling the OG heiress-turned-guerilla-girl tale that rocked the '70s: the one and only Patty Hearst! Was she a victim of coercion? An underground revolutionary? Or just REALLY into hiding in plain sight while packing heat? We’ll dive into the bizarre story of how a newspaper heiress got kidnapped by a radical group, robbed banks like a pro, and...

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses domestic violence, manipulation, and homicide. In this week’s episode, Dee and Emma untangle the deadly web of the "Black Widower," a man whose charm and cunning masked a decades-long spree of betrayal and murder. From picturesque Colorado landscapes to an unthinkable Grand Canyon tragedy, Spangler left heartbreak and unanswered questions in his wake. But hi...

Get ready for a wild ride as Dee and Emma dig into the chaotic case of Raoul Moat, the bodybuilder turned wannabe Rambo who terrorised northern England in the summer of 2010. From a cringe-inducing love triangle to an unforgettable standoff involving a literal can of lager, Moat’s story is like a reality show no one wanted to watch, but couldn’t look away from. Join us as dissect the audacity.  If...

Grab your chocolates and get ready to never trust a cream-filled delight again! This week, Dee and Emma unwrap the twisted tale of Christiana Edmunds, Brighton’s most infamous chocolate cream poisoner. It’s a story of obsession, confectionary mischief, and murder—one truffle at a time. Did Christiana’s sweet tooth lead her astray, or was this the work of a true candy-coated killer? (Spoiler: Defin...

Emma tells Dee about the heartbreaking case of Joanne Nelson—a vibrant 22-year-old whose life was tragically cut short in 2005. Joanne disappeared on Valentine’s Day in Hull, England, leading to a massive search effort and an outpouring of grief from her local community.   Listeners, if you or someone you know is experiencing relationship violence, resources are available to help. Please don't hes...

This episode goes deep into the haunting murder of Martha Moxley, a bright 15-year-old from Greenwich, Connecticut, whose life was tragically cut short on October 30, 1975. Found beaten to death with a golf club outside her home in the affluent Belle Haven community, the mystery of her killer remained unsolved for decades, marked by suspicion, secrets, and surprising turns. 🎧 Don’t forget to subs...

It’s time for a new episode of Switchblade Sisters Social Club! Dee and Emma are back to shine a lantern (possibly pilfered from an old crime scene) on the eerie twists and scandalous turns of the Teddington Towpath Murders of 1953. This is case of the double murders of Christine Reed and Barbara Songhurst by the despicable Alfred Charles Whiteway. That’s right by our houses, y’all!  Dee and Emma...

We’re diving into the chilling story of Francisco de Assis Pereira, aka the State Park Maniac, with a very special guest: former mobster-turned-bestselling author Louis Ferrante. That’s right!  Guess who’s back?! Back again! Louis Ferrante! He’s here to chat about his new book, Clash of Titans: A History of the American Mafia , the much-anticipated (especially by Dee) second installment of the Bor...

This week we’re tackling a case that’s truly... unprecedented. 👀 What happens when you combine orange spray tan, an unshakeable confidence in “alternative facts,” and a trail of jaw-dropping scandals? No, not an Oompa Loompa. Donald J Trump.  No matter your political leanings, this episode is guaranteed to make you puke, gasp, and cry. Stay curious, P.S. Don’t worry, no subpoenas were issued duri...

This week, we're diving into the wild life and times of one of hip-hop’s most notorious figures: Ol' Dirty Bastard. Known for his unmatched style and raw, unfiltered lyrics, ODB was a founding member of the Wu-Tang Clan and a true trailblazer in the world of rap. But his life wasn't just about music – it was also marked by a series of controversies, brushes with the law, and larger-than-life stori...

Grab your headphones and a snack, because this week on Switchblade Sisters Social Club , we’re diving into the world of Kenneth Noye. What do you get when you mix a slippery criminal mastermind, a gold heist, and a knack for hiding in plain sight? A case that’s as wild as it is jaw-dropping. But don’t worry, Dee and Emma are here to navigate the “what the actual…?” moments and the tale of how Noye...

Grab your comfiest blanket and double-bolt the doors—it’s time for a wild ride! Our latest true crime episode is out, and this time we’re digging into one of the most bizarre cases in British crime history: the tragic and twisted abduction of Muriel McKay. Here’s what you’re in for: Picture this: mistaken identities, ransom demands, secret getaways, and a tale that could rival a spy thriller. This...

We’re back this week with an episode that explores a case as infamous as the motorway it’s named after. Yes, we’re talking about the M25 Rapist. So buckle up, because this journey is not exactly a scenic route! For those of you who’ve ever cursed the M25's relentless traffic or wondered if you’ll ever see the other side of it, this episode adds another layer to its notorious history. We’re diving...

Hope you’re all doing well, keeping it cool, and staying far away from places that require you to request permission to go to the bathroom from 11 people. Yep, you read that right – welcome to this week’s episode on the Elan School, a so-called "therapeutic" boarding school that could have doubled as the training ground for your nightmares. Picture this: the isolated woods of Maine, where trees ou...