The Minds of Madness - True Crime Stories

Join us, as we examine the murder of Kay Baker, a beloved school teacher and mother of two.  You’ll hear how a night out with friends ended in tragedy… and how the warnings of another woman, years earlier, went unheeded until it was too late. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook...

Join us for part 2 of Treehouse Cinderella: The Murder of Matthew Bonnett.  You'll hear how the seemingly straightforward case against Tyrone Tucker began to unravel in spectacular fashion and how Tyrone, facing life in prison, made the extraordinary decision to serve as his own attorney at trial, taking on the full might of the state in a battle for his freedom. How to support: For extra perks in...

Join us, as we dive into the murder of Matthew Bonnett – an eccentric juggler who was stabbed to death on his own property.   In Part 1, you'll hear how a late-night robbery turned deadly when Matthew tried stopping two masked men from attacking his upstairs neighbor.  You'll also hear how three men from a nearby warehouse found themselves caught in a web of conflicting stories, grainy surveillanc...

Join us, as we delve into the brutal murder of Christina Parcell—a devoted mother found stabbed 35 times in her own home. You’ll hear how a crime scene eerily staged with scattered rose petals sent investigators down a path darker than they ever expected, uncovering secrets that would shake even the most hardened detectives. And in the courtroom, a confession so shocking, it blurred the line betwe...

Join us, as we examine the murder of Lynn Hernan – a death initially believed to be a tragic suicide.  You'll learn how a routine toxicology report uncovered a sinister secret hidden in Lynn's blood and how suspicious financial clues and her family's questions pointed detectives toward an unexpected suspect.  How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free e...

Join us, as we examine the strange death of Barbara Kendhammer—a loving mother whose life ended under bizarre and tragic circumstances.  You'll hear how such an unimaginable misfortune, as described by Barbara’s husband, led to investigators uncovering troubling inconsistencies that cast doubt on his story and raised serious questions. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, e...

Join us, as we examine the murder of Toni Westover - an innocent bystander who was in the wrong place at the wrong time with the wrong people. You'll hear how a week-long meth binge inside a small apartment spiraled into tragedy, told through the voices of six people who were there—including the man arrested and tried for murder. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early r...

Join us, as we take a look at the mysterious disappearance of Jennifer Dulos - a wealthy mother-of-five who vanished from her Connecticut mansion, leaving behind a blood-spattered garage.  You’ll hear the shocking claims made by her estranged husband who claimed, that Jennifer staged her own disappearance “Gone Girl” style.  You’ll also hear how these claims slowly unraveled…revealing a sinister a...

Join us, as we dive into the murder of Emily Ferlazzo – a 22-year-old nursing assistant with an adventurous spirit.  You'll hear how a young bride with dreams of traveling the world found herself swept up in a whirlwind romance that seemed perfect for Instagram…and how what began as a romantic getaway in Vermont's autumn foliage, soon ended in murder and a shocking confession. How to support: For...

Join us, as we uncover the shocking murder of Michael Cochran. A man who spent his life building something extraordinary, only to have it ripped away in an instant. A story of ambition, deception, and betrayal. And a truth so devastating… it cost him everything . How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Websi...

Join us, as we dive into the sinister murder of Rachelle Brewsaugh.  You’ll hear the story of a 50-year-old grandmother attempting to begin a brand new chapter in her life and the horrifying details behind her gruesome murder.  Was it the tragic result of a drug trafficking vendetta?  Or was it a betrayal from someone much closer? How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early...

Join us, as we examine the death of Ryelee Manente-Powell.  You’ll hear how an 18-year-old father was shot dead minutes after Angela’s discovery and how one split-second decision left a teenager dead, his mother imprisoned, and a former police officer on trial — leaving a small community to question whether it was self-defense or a calculated execution. How to support: For extra perks including ex...

Greenwood, South Carolina is a town where folks leave their doors unlocked, and everyone knows each other's business. But on May 7th, 2023, that small-town sense of security was shattered. A father of three, hiding out at his parents' house after a fatal hit-and-run. A man left for dead in the middle of the road. And a storm of jealousy, rage, and revenge that had been brewing for months. At the c...

Crime House True Crime Stories is the ultimate destination for true crime fans. Every episode features two notorious cases from that week in crime history, tied by a common theme like infamous serial killers, mysterious disappearances, tragic murders, and more. Every Monday, uncover the full stories behind the headlines as host Vanessa Richardson takes you through high-profile investigations like...

Join us, as we examine the tragic murder of Laken Riley: a 22-year-old nursing student who went out for a run and never came home.  You'll hear how Laken's loyal friends and roommates sounded the alarm in a desperate attempt to find their best friend, and how surveillance footage, digital breadcrumbs, and Laken's own final fight for survival would lead investigators to her killer. How to support:...

Join us, as we examine the senseless murders of Stephen and Wendy Reid – a retired couple who went for a walk and never came back. You'll hear how a missed tennis match became the catalyst for a missing person's manhunt…and how a mysterious drifter turned a peaceful hiking trail into a hunting ground — then disappeared like a ghost without a trace….Well, almost without a trace How to connect: Webs...

Join us, as we unravel the heartbreaking case of Ashley Smylie, a devoted mother and beloved teacher whose life was cut brutally short.  You’ll hear how a normal day, just like any other, was shattered in the blink of an eye and how even the most brilliant minds can harbor unfathomable darkness. How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Please check out our sponsors and help support the p...

Join us, as we dive into the shocking murders of Scott Sessions and Heather Frank, a pair of Greeley, Colorado residents whose fates became tragically intertwined.  You’ll learn how a budding romance in early 2020 quickly turned fatal and about the shocking twist investigators discovered while planning to arrest their prime suspect. How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Please check o...

Join us, as we examine the horrifying case of Jennifer Paxton – a 36-year-old mother of 7 who disappeared without a trace in 2019.  You’ll hear how Jennifer’s battle with homelessness and addiction left her tragically exposed to two twisted predators and about the haunting details of her disappearance and the horrifying moment eight months later, when her body was found frozen inside a freezer. Ho...

Join us, as we examine the tragic murder of Jennifer Dazey - a 46-year-old mother of three found slain in her own bed.  You'll hear about the shocking and horrific scene discovered by a woman expecting a coffee date with her best friend and about the strange reactions by Jennifer’s family that caused police to question everything. How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Please check out...

Join us, as we dive into the horrific murder of Melody Hoffman - a 20-year-old woman at the center of a deadly love triangle.  You'll hear how a mother's desperate attempt to protect her vulnerable daughter through constant digital surveillance couldn't prevent an unthinkable tragedy and how a late-night trip to Walmart to purchase machetes set in motion a chain of events that would end in murder....

An Idaho State Police Trooper discovered his wife of 27 years was having an affair with her high school sweetheart. Days later, she was found dead in a bathtub… Initially, the crime scene pointed to suicide, but forensic evidence turned up DNA belonging to an unidentified male who wasn't the victim’s husband. But as officers began their investigation, it became increasingly clear that something si...

Join us, as we examine the murder of Michael Ricci Senior: a 51-year-old Boston firefighter and father of three.  You’ll hear how what first appeared to be a tragic fatal accident soon revealed a far darker story beneath the surface and how, after a terrible mistake in 2018, Michael was forced to pay, every single day for the next two years…before paying the ultimate price: his life. How to suppor...

Join us, as we examine the strange and horrifying case of Jorge Torres. A Florida man found dead under highly suspicious circumstances.  You’ll hear the chilling details of the events leading up to his death and how what was claimed to be an innocent game of hide and seek became something far more sinister…if it was even a game at all. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, e...

Join us, as we take a look at the murder of Jeff German - a seasoned journalist known for uncovering the hidden truths of Las Vegas.  You’ll hear, how a small-time scoop about a lowly public official upended a local political race – shattering a politician’s career, and how it led to a brutal confrontation that shook, not only the entire city, but newsrooms around the world.  How to support: For e...