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In 2015, amid a backdrop of intense societal fear, racial injustice, and trauma in America, a charismatic voice emerged online promising a radical escape. Eligio Bishop—a former barber, army veteran, and dancer—rebranded himself as “Nature Boy” (and later, “3God”). He used social media to recruit young, vulnerable Black creatives, selling them a dream of a “Black utopia.” He urged them to leave th...

In this episode, we ask: What really happened in that backyard, and why was the investigation treated like a formality instead of a crime scene?

We are back for Part 2 of the Jan Broberg story. We deep dive in the psychology of a 14 year old Jan and the menace Robert Berchtold.

That was the cheerful catchphrase of Robert "B" Berchtold , a man who appeared to be the perfect neighbor, fellow church member, and family friend. But behind the friendly facade lay a master manipulator who would eventually kidnap the Brobergs' daughter, Jan—not once, but twice. In this episode, we unpack the staggering details of a case where the truth is far more twisted than fiction. Email us!...

On January 11, 2013, the students of Lowndes High School in Valdosta, Georgia, made a discovery that would haunt the community for over a decade. Tucked inside a rolled-up wrestling mat in the "old gym" were the remains of 17-year-old Kendrick Johnson. While investigators were quick to label his death a tragic accident—claiming he became stuck while reaching for a shoe—the evidence tells a far mor...

Send us Fan Mail In January 1992, the small town of Madison, Indiana, was rocked by a crime so brutal it garnered international headlines. Shanda Sharer , a vibrant 12-year-old girl, became the target of a senseless and horrific plot fueled by teenage jealousy and obsession. The Case at a Glance: The Conflict: The tragedy stemmed from a perceived romantic rivalry involving 16-year-old Melinda Love...

Send us Fan Mail In the early 90s, Charlotte, North Carolina, was gripped by a shadow it didn’t even know was there. Henry Louis Wallace, known as "The Taco Bell Strangler," didn't hunt from the dark; he was a friend, a coworker, and a familiar face to the women he targeted. Time Stamp of Shawna Hawk: 15:00 - 16:00 Ig: Truecrime_os Tik tok: Truecrime_os Youtube: True Crime and Other Shit Rate us a...

Send us Fan Mail Nature started the devastation, but human error (and some straight-up negligence) finished it. We’re breaking down the timeline of the Katrina aftermath—the broken levees, the communication blackouts, and the stories that the mainstream news cycles missed. Grab a drink and settle in; it’s a heavy one, but these stories need to be told. IG: Truecrime_os Tiktok: Truecrime_os Youtube...

Send us Fan Mail Lock your doors. This episode takes us back to 1985, the year Richard Ramirez turned Southern California into a living nightmare. We’re breaking down the timeline of the Night Stalker—a killer who claimed to be a servant of Satan and showed zero mercy. We look at the investigation, the blunders that almost let him slip away, and the incredible moment the public took justice into t...

Send us Fan Mail In Shreveport, Louisiana, a baby boy named Emmanuel Scott Jr. was born into a world of struggle. Weighing just three pounds and arriving seven weeks early, he was a fighter from day one. But EJ carried a silent, genetic clock inside him—a condition called MCAD. To stay alive, he needed to eat every few hours, without fail. Today, we’re looking at the tragic intersection of a rare...

Send us Fan Mail he search finally begins. After years of negligence, the RCMP and VPD descend on the Pickton pig farm, uncovering a scene straight out of a horror movie. In this concluding episode, we cover: The 2002 raid and the forensic recovery of the victims. Willie’s "jailhouse confession" to an undercover officer. The 2007 trial, the verdict, and the victims who never got their day in court...

Send us Fan Mail The pig farm was more than a slaughterhouse; it was a graveyard hidden in plain sight. In the conclusion of our Willie Pickton series, we cover the narrow escapes, the gruesome "meat grinder" theories, and the systemic failure that allowed 49 women to vanish from the Downtown Eastside. It’s time to talk about the victims the world tried to forget. 🚩 Instagram: Truecrime_os Tiktok...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 1 of this deep dive, we head to Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, to uncover the stomach-churning story of Robert "Willie" Pickton . To the neighbors, he was just a strange, unkempt pig farmer who threw wild parties at his infamous "Piggy Palace" Good Times Society. But beneath the mud and the revelry lay a graveyard. Instagram: Truecrime_os Tiktok: Truecrime_os info@truec...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another episode of True crime and other shit! This week we took a break from the crime to cover some other shit. We are talking about AI and why we love it and hate it. We are not huge fans and want to know why you aren't either.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail We are back with Part 2! This week we took a deep dive into the victims of Karla and Paul Bernardo. We studied Pauls anger and Karlas Jealousy. Was the mix of their emotions the perfect storm for their crimes? Find out on this weeks episode of True Crime and Other Shit. Eddie takes a deep dive into the court case and trying to figure out how the hell Karla is out and walking free....

Send us Fan Mail Eddie and I are back in motion!  On the surface, Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka looked like the perfect suburban couple—attractive, ambitious, and deeply in love. But behind the closed doors of their Port Dalhousie home, they were hiding a darkness that would eventually shatter a nation’s sense of security. In this episode, we peel back the layers of the "Barbie and Ken" persona...

Send us Fan Mail Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! This week Eddie is on vacation and left me in charge. So what do I do? Day drink with a friend all day and then invite him on my podcast! Come on a deep drive with Noah and I while he tells me the tale of Dr. Death from Noah's hometown of Memphis Tennessee.  It’s the oath every doctor takes, but for Dr. Christopher Duntsch, it was a promise he s...

Send us Fan Mail A shocking death that ignited massive debate and skepticism. On this episode of True Crime and Other Shit , we delve into the tragic timeline, analyze the surveillance evidence, and explore the countless theories surrounding this deeply unsettling case. What really happened that night in the Chicago hotel? Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we dive into the heartbreaking saga of Jaylen Griffin. We'll explore the initial days of his vanishing, the relentless efforts of community advocates like Kareema Morris, the tragic loss Jaylen's family experienced while he was missing, and the shocking discovery of his remains in an attic five miles from his home in April 2024, just days before his 16th birthday. We’ll...

Send us Fan Mail This week on True Crime and Other Shit we wanted to take a break from our usual investigation to check in with you and ourselves. How are you really doing? Join us this week as we take unwind and plan how we are going to survive the holidays with our crazy families. The therapist mentioned in the episode is DeNea Gibbs  https://growtherapy.com/provider/idjoc6aa416q/denea-gibbs The...

Send us Fan Mail ** Trigger warning **  Death, Decaying Cadavers, Violence, Violence Against Minors. Gruesome description timestamp: 26:10 -27:12    n the quiet Chicago suburb of Norwood Park, no one suspected the friendly, successful contractor—who sometimes entertained as "Pogo the Clown"—was a monster. Join us as we descend into the grim reality of John Wayne Gacy's house of horrors. This episo...

Send us Fan Mail How did a well-liked businessman and local Democratic organizer manage to murder at least 33 young men and boys without suspicion? This week, we dive deep into the chilling manipulation and sheer evil of John Wayne Gacy . Don't miss this episode. 🎧 #TrueCrime #ColdCase #PsychologicalThriller Documentaries mentioned in the show: The John Wayne Gacy Tapes - Netflix Quiet on set: Th...

Send us Fan Mail Asha Degree: The Suspects Emerge (Part 2) The time for speculation is over. After 25 years, search warrants naming new persons of interest have unsealed the most critical evidence in the Asha Degree case. In Part 2, we analyze the alleged party confession, the key DNA link on her clothing, and the dramatic searches on multiple properties. Authorities have shifted the case from a m...

Send us Fan Mail A 9-year-old girl walks out of her home and into a storm. That's the last time anyone saw her. On Valentine's Day, 2000, Asha Degree vanished from rural North Carolina, leaving behind her packed backpack—later found buried miles away. Was it a runaway turned abduction, or something more sinister? We dive deep into the heartbreaking, enduring mystery of "Shelby's Sweetheart," the c...