The Hall-Mills Murders: Forbidden Love, The Pig Woman, and America's First Media Circus
On a Thursday evening in September 1922, a phone call placed to Reverend Edward Hall—a respected Episcopal minister—would lead to one of the most sensational "Jazz Age" scandals in American history.
Two days later, the Reverend's body was found alongside his lover, choir singer Eleanor Mills, posed beneath a crab apple tree. Their passionate love letters were torn and scattered around them like confetti, a clear message from a killer driven by jealousy.
The Missing Millionaire: The Unsolved Mid-Air Disappearance of Captain Alfred Lowenstein
We are diving into one of the great unsolved mysteries of the Jazz Age, a case so baffling it feels like the plot of a spy novel. This is the story of Captain Alfred Lowenstein, the third-richest man in the world in 1928, a man who owned estates across Europe and brokered deals with kings.
The Murder Farm: Did Belle Gunness, America's Most Notorious Widow, Vanish to Kill Again?
We are traveling back to the early 1900s to meet one of the most prolific and cold-blooded female serial killers in American history: Belle Gunness. A seemingly respectable widow in La Porte, Indiana, Belle used lonely hearts ads to lure wealthy, unattached men to her farm, promising love and companionship.
Televangelism, Mail Bombs, and Domestic Terror: The Unsettling Eric Rudolph Connection
We are exploring a story that truly feels like a Netflix plotline: the bizarre and incredible journey of Colton Harris-Moore, a lanky teenager who turned a simple escape into a legendary crime spree. This is the story of the fugitive, often called the "Barefoot Bandit," who captivated the nation by being relentlessly one step ahead of the law.
The Cursed Waters of Lake Lanier: History, Folklore, and the Town Submerged Beneath the Water
We are diving into the unsettling history of one of America's most famous and infamous reservoirs: Lake Lanier in Georgia. This manmade lake is beautiful on the surface, but beneath its murky waters lies a buried past—literally.
Amy Bishop, The Harvard Neuroscientist, UAH Mass Shooting, and the Fight to Turn Trauma into Healing (Revisit and Update)
We revisit the chilling case of Dr. Amy Bishop, the Harvard-educated neuroscientist and mother of four who committed a mass shooting at the University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) in 2010. Her life was a shocking mix of bizarre incidents, including a prior connection to a pipe bomb, a public physical altercation over a booster seat, and the unexpected violence she unleashed on her colleagues.
Reality Life with Kate Casey: The Must-Watch True Crime Documentaries and Unscripted TV Deep Dive
This week, we are thrilled to be joined by the one and only Kate Casey from the incredible podcast, Reality Life with Kate Casey. Kate is both a true crime enthusiast and the reigning queen of reality television, and she's here to share her ultimate list of must-see documentary recommendations.
Exonerated, Then Murdered: Chris Tapp's Tragic Final Chapter and The Pro Wrestler Charged
After serving 20 years for a crime he didn’t commit, Chris Tapp was fully exonerated in the murder of Angie Dodge and began rebuilding his life, using his experience to become an advocate for the wrongfully convicted. But in a tragic twist, Chris was found unconscious at a party in Las Vegas in 2023 and later died from his injuries.
Angie Dodge: The Heartbreaking Murder in Idaho and Carol Dodge's Fight for Chris Tapp
In conjunction with our new episode on Chris Tapp’s tragic death, we are re-releasing our original episode about the heartbreaking murder of Angie Dodge. This story is set in Idaho Falls, Idaho, and dives deep into the details of Angie’s unsolved murder and the tireless, decades-long fight her mother, Carol Dodge, waged for justice. Carol’s fight was not only for her daughter but also for Chris Tapp, who was wrongfully convicted and served years in prison for the crime.
The Protector: Joey Fischer's Death and The 83-Year-Old Killer's Fight for Freedom
We revisit a disturbing case from South Texas about a mother who took her role as protector to the extreme, resulting in the tragic death of an innocent teenage boy in Brownsville, Texas. The story, which began in 2020, centered on a shocking act of violence fueled by a parent's ultimate act of perceived defense.
The Summer Crime Wave: Grocery Store Ice Cream Lockdowns and Seasonal True Crime
We dive into the darker—and sometimes quirkier—side of the dog days of summer: crime. We discuss the strange lengths people are going to for summer treats, highlighting the bizarre new trend of ice cream being locked up at grocery stores to prevent theft. This new level of security for frozen desserts is a truly diabolical twist that has us questioning everything. Join us for a fun, casual episode discussing these weird, summer-related crime stories and the general chaos that comes with the heat.
The Rust Shooting Scandal:The Murder of Halayna Hutchins, Alec Baldwin's Lawsuits, The Armorer's Negligence, and The Aftermath (Part 2)
Welcome back for Part 2 of the tragic shooting on the set of the movie Rust. After the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, we dive deeper into the multiple safety failures and the lack of a proper safety culture that led to a totally preventable tragedy. We break down the ongoing investigation and the ultimate question: where did the live round come from? Authorities are scrutinizing every decision made by the crew, including the armorer, the assistant director, and actor Alec Baldwin. This episode covers the multiple lawsuits filed by crew members and Halyna’s family, the charges of involuntary manslaughter, and the final aftermath of this heartbreaking Hollywood tragedy.
Houston's Gated Nightmare: The James and Virginia Campbell Double Murder and the Undercover Confession
Houston's Memorial neighborhood was rocked when community pillars James and Virginia Campbell were shot to death in their bed in the early hours of June 19th, 1982. This episode unpacks the shocking double murder and the highly unusual, months-long investigation that followed. Authorities used a 23-year-old private investigator who went undercover, building a fake relationship with the suspect until she secured a confession. The story explores the lengths investigators went to solve this brutal crime, the ethics of their unique, successful approach, and the tragic circumstances of the Campbell's death.
