TwistedTales: a True Crime Podcast

The Summer of 1980 Gina Hall had just finished her freshman year of college & living with her sister in what should have been the prime of her life. Until one night of dancing, celebrating mid-term completion, ended with her disappearance. Her life was taken too quickly, snuffed out by the inability of someone to hear the word “no”. I hope you enjoyed our banter and arguing, and of course or o...

Lisa is giving us a synopsis of Stephanie March's report from the show Foreign Correspondent, on a particularly difficult subject regarding the child sexual abuse and sting operations in the Philippines.   We discuss the story of one child in particular that was currently being investigated and attempting to solve but also look at the bigger picture of the individuals who dedicate their...

In 1992 Amy Carnevale was a 14 year old girl, who loved cheerleading and had her whole life ahead of her. However, her life was cut short by her high school boyfriend, who was only 16. There were warning signs, but they were not heeded by anyone around. Now 32 years later, we have Savannah Copeland, a 13 year-old girl who also loved cheerleading and whose life was also taken tragically, by someone...

This true story gives credit to take heed when you hear sounds in the house and listen to your intuition. The horrific tale is about a family suffering through trauma and is terrorized by an intruder who has taken over their house, without their knowledge, until he takes them hostage. Unfortunately, this is not the end of his reign of terror, as he is not imprisoned but continues to another family...

May 1997 two college friends are traveling through Colorado when they came across a body that would end up giving horrific details of the torture & murder of 14-year-old Brandy DuVall. Her last moments of life with the Duce-Seven, a faction of Crenshaw Mafia Gangster Blood Gang. As the gang is rounded up due to an informant, several members turned on the other gang members, and give the detail...

Sherry Meinberg met the love of her life as a young woman & she and Chuck started their lives together. However, when planning for the future, Chuck revealed his true colors to Sherry, which was the start of decades long stalking. In this episode, Lisa tells her story. Sherry’s Book: The Bogeyman: Stalking & Its Aftermath can be purchased on Amazon ( https://a.co/d/b2UxfNI ) If you are som...

School is supposed to be a place that you bring your child to learn and have fun - a safe place  to grow. However, in today's story, that is not true. California 1927 Marion Parker is removed halfway through the day and her parents go through an action packed 3 days trying to get her back, while being taunted by the monster how took her. The ending will leave you without words, as this family...

In this episode, Lisa tells us true stories of the horrors that parents can face during the summer months of fun. This shows how we can never be too vigilant in protecting our kids, even when they are having fun.  Unfortunately, there are multiple examples of this depravity in our nation. I hope you enjoyed our banter and arguing, and of course or opinions – but please let us know what you th...

In 1986 the police of Terra Haute received an anonymous tip for a missing 17-year old girl Alicia Elmore. This girl has been missing for months after trying to help her sick mother by getting her a sprite. This is her story of kidnapping, abuse, and victory against Bill Benefiel and his horrific actions against her. I hope you enjoyed our banter and arguing, and of course or opinions – but please...

All parents know the struggle of getting their kids to school – especially preteen to teenage boys. The hardest part should be getting your child to school on time and making sure their grades are passing. It should not be when you catch the teacher grooming your 13-year-old child & eventually moving past that to sexual abuse. Unfortunately, the parents of one boy found evidence when trying to...

In this episode, Faith is taking us back to the 1800’s to tell the story of Jesse Pomeroy who preyed on the young boys in Chelsea Mass. This awful story starts the day after Christmas and continues as the crimes are more and more disturbing. Listeners you have been warned. I hope you enjoyed our banter and arguing, and of course or opinions – but please let us know what you think twistedtalestruec...

In this episode, Lisa is telling the story of a former model with a tragic past who lashes out at men she is in relationships with. This is a story you cannot just cook up, even though the details are out of our understanding! I hope you enjoyed our banter and arguing, and of course or opinions – but please let us know what you think twistedtalestruecrime@gmail.com Also, come visit our socials for...

This episode will be different from our usual story format – as we are discussing current events. Looking at the new documentary 'Quiet on Set' which talks about the abuse of child actors, leading into more recent events in the news. TRIGGER WARNING – Sexual Assault on minors are discussed during this episode, if this is sensitive for you – please listen with care. I hope you enjoyed our banter an...

In this episode Faith will tell you the tragic case of Maureen Fournier who is found after being brutally assaulted. While she cannot give the details of who attacked her and why – her friends and family know exactly where to point the detectives. What seems like an open & shut case as twists that you never see coming. TRIGGER WARNING – Graphic details of this crime are discussed. Please liste...

Part 2 of Ottis Toole is a telling of his many confession – some true and some not but ends with the launching of the Walsh’ search for truth and helping others after their son Adam Walsh goes missing. I hope you enjoyed our banter and arguing, and of course or opinions – but please let us know what you think twistedtalestruecrime@gmail.com Also, come visit our socials for photos and extras, amazi...

…..all I can say is Lisa named the episode people! Ottis Toole had a traumatic childhood, as so many before him, however instead of taking authority over his life and future – he decided to fall in to a drifters life, leaving a path of destruction through the United States. After being caught, he admitted to multiple murders, his involvement could be proven in some & others were left for specu...

With Valentines Day, we wanted to bring you an episode about love. In this episode, there may be a little too much love being shared; as we end up in a love triangle between Bill & Louise Bergen and Edythe Klumpp. It’s a story with love, betrayal, murder, mystery, and ultimately shows that love may not conquer all. I hope you enjoyed our banter and arguing, and of course or opinions – but plea...

In this, EXTREMELY DISTRUBING, story Lisa is telling us about the horrific life of David Fuller. A seemingly harmless, ordinary man from England, whose crimes will haunt those affected, even after they think their trauma is done. I really have no words for this one, buckle up! I hope you enjoyed our banter and arguing, and of course or opinions – but please let us know what you think twistedtalest...

In this episode Faith is telling a story that is upsetting, shameful and will stay with you long after you hear of it. Joe Arridy had multiple factors against him - he was an immigrant, mental disabled, misunderstood and had no one to stand up for him. He lived a life dictated by the state in one way or another, and the end results will leave you questioning why certain people are left in charge.&...

In this episode, Lisa is telling us the story from a different perspective. When looking at death row inmates, we can usually see the pain from the past, using it as the “why” for the crimes they committed. However, looking at the case of Aaron Foust, through the eyes of a grieving father who did his best, it leaves us with the bigger question of why did he do it, and could anything have stopped i...

In this story, Faith is telling us the story filled with red flags on how a relationship can turn against you, without any warning or logic. After ending her relationship, Connie spent weeks living in fear for both herself and her son, as her ex-boyfriend Dean continually stalked and mentally tormented her; until finally ending her life. While slightly late for October's Domestic Violence Awarenes...

In this episode we are taking a break from our normal crime episode, looking at one murderer and instead looking at our current world, the wars that are raging and how true crime lovers fit in. This episode is not about races, religion, countries, or differences but instead looking at how we need to value human lives. TRIGGER WARNING - Our PERSONAL Opinions are heavy throughout this episode - like...

How far would you go, what would you sacrifice to do the right thing? How far would you go to help children being victimized by someone? In this episode, Lisa is telling us of the a real life hero – Rochelle Herman, and how far she went to build a case against and expose a child predator. Rochelle was not a law enforcement officer or a government official, but a regular person who put aside her li...

Faith is continuing this recounting of the horrors committed by Phillip Jablowski, going through his unspeakable killing spree – filled with pain, torture, and unspeakable acts against others. If you listen to Part 1, you know you are in for truly disturbing story! TRIGGER WARNINGS – ALL (seriously) if you have a trigger – it will be hit at some point in this episode, as there is absolutely nothin...

Faith is telling us the story behind, in my opinion, one of the worst criminals from the United States to date. This will be a 2 Part Episode, with the next episode already scheduled to be dropped in 24 hours – if you can stomach it. Here we will be going through Phillip Carl Jablonski’s life up through high school and truly looking at what makes a monster. The pain and degradation cannot be under...