Jennifer Kesse was a 24-year-old woman with a bright future who vanished from her home in Orlando, Florida, in January 2006. She had just returned from a trip and spoke to her family the night before. When she failed to show up for work, her family immediately knew something was wrong.

In 1922, a beautiful showgirl named Clara Phillips shocked Los Angeles when she committed a gruesome murder with a hammer. This is the twisted tale of the "Tiger Woman," a name given to Phillips after her crime. The violent act was fueled by a jealous rage over a rumored affair.

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.

On Mother’s Day 2020, Suzanne Morphew, a wife and mother battling cancer, allegedly went for a bike ride near her home in the Colorado Mountains and vanished. What began as a missing persons case quickly unraveled into a web of confusing secrets, including an affair, deleted messages, and the shocking discovery of tranquilizer darts.

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.

Back in 1996, the community of Idaho Falls was shaken by the brutal murder of 18-year-old Angie Dodge. Under immense pressure to solve the case, police focused on 20-year-old Chris Tapp. After more than 30 hours of intense interrogation, Chris was coerced into giving a false confession, despite his DNA not matching the evidence found at the crime scene. His alibi, confirmed by multiple witnesses, was ignored, and he was ultimately convicted of first-degree murder, rape, and use of a deadly weapon. Chris spent the next 20 years in prison fighting for his innocence.

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.

We discuss the unexpected role that actor David Schwimmer played in solving a violent crime and explore Ashton Kutcher’s chilling connection to a brutal murder. We also touch on Larry David’s quirky involvement in a life-or-death situation, proving that even comedic icons can find themselves tied to true crime. Beyond Hollywood, we uncover the surprising way Naomi Campbell and Mia Farrow became unexpectedly tied to one of the most notorious war crimes trials of the 21st century. Get ready for twists, turns, and some jaw-dropping celebrity connections that prove even the biggest names can get caught up in history’s darkest moments.

In the summer of 1965, Houston, Texas, police performed a welfare check that led to the discovery of one of the most disturbing crime scenes in the state's history. The dismembered bodies of Fred and Edwina Rogers were found chillingly placed inside their own refrigerator. The couple's son, Charles Rogers, vanished without a trace and remains the only suspect in this brutal case.

When 34-year-old Sherri Papini vanished during an afternoon jog in Redding, California, in November 2016, her husband found her phone on the roadside with strands of her blonde hair tangled in the earbuds. Three weeks later, she reappeared on Thanksgiving morning—emaciated, bruised, with a chain around her waist. She claimed two Hispanic women had abducted and tortured her. The nation rallied around her. But investigators began noticing troubling inconsistencies in her story. This is Part 1 of one of the most shocking hoaxes in recent true crime history.

In Part 1, Sherri Papini claimed she was abducted and tortured by two Hispanic women. The nation believed her. But in Part 2, the truth unravels. Investigators discovered male DNA on Sherri's clothing—and it matched her ex-boyfriend, James Reyes. He revealed the shocking truth: Sherri had been staying with him the entire time. She asked him to brand her, cut her hair, and help stage the abduction. Sherri faked the whole thing, wasting hundreds of thousands in resources and sparking nationwide panic. This is how the hoax was exposed and the consequences she faced.

This week, we're taking a break from heavy true crime to share quirky summer crimes from quintessential vacation spots—beaches, ice cream shops, campgrounds, and lakes. From a filmmaker who exposed a theft ring targeting surfers in Newport Beach to a Michigan man stealing from campground payment boxes, these stories are lighthearted and bizarre. We'll also cover boat thefts in Germany and ice cream heists that required "pint locks." If you're looking for fun, quirky true crime, this episode is perfect. Crime doesn't take a summer vacation—it just gets more creative!

She was wealthy, stylish, and appeared to be living the dream life in Sydney, Australia. Then, without a trace, Melissa Caddick vanished. The mystery of her disappearance was only the beginning of a bizarre and captivating scandal that would unravel in the wake of her going missing. This episode dives into the life she projected, the multi-million dollar Ponzi scheme she was allegedly running, and the shocking discovery of a severed, decaying foot that washed up on a beach—which was later identified as belonging to Melissa. Join us as we explore the facts and fun facts of Australia, including the true fate of the con artist who disappeared into thin air.

Before he was the Notorious B.I.G., Christopher Wallace was a kid from Brooklyn with big dreams. His rise to rap superstardom was meteoric, but it was cut short on March 9, 1997, when he was shot and killed in a drive-by shooting in Los Angeles. He was just 24 years old. Despite multiple witnesses, FBI investigations, and decades of speculation, his murder remains unsolved. Theories include gang retaliation, corrupt LAPD officers, and revenge for Tupac's death. This episode explores Biggie's life, the East Coast-West Coast rivalry, and the mystery that haunts hip-hop history.

On October 21, 2021, cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was killed on the set of the Western film Rust when a gun held by Alec Baldwin discharged during a rehearsal. The bullet struck Halyna in the chest, and she died from her injuries. She was 42 years old. How did a live round end up in a prop gun? Who was responsible? In Part 1, we explore the events leading up to Halyna's death, the chaotic production, the unqualified armorer, and the critical safety failures that turned a routine rehearsal into a fatal disaster.

In Part 1, we explored the tragic death of Halyna Hutchins on the set of Rust. In Part 2, we dive into the investigations and trials. Where did the live ammunition come from? Who was responsible? Investigators uncovered cost-cutting, unqualified staff, and ignored safety protocols. Armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed was forced to juggle two jobs. Alec Baldwin claimed he never pulled the trigger. The assistant director admitted he didn't check the gun. This episode examines the criminal charges and the difficult question of accountability when a preventable tragedy occurs.

From the outside, a prison is supposed to be impenetrable. But throughout history, inmates have used planning, luck, and shocking ingenuity to pull off some of the most daring escapes the world has ever seen. This week, we're diving into the legendary prison breaks, from those involving elaborate disguises and sheep, to the more shocking trend of helicopter escapes. We look at how inmates managed to learn to fly, bypass high-security walls, and why the most unlikely plans sometimes turn out to be the most successful. This episode is a wild look at the human will to be free, and the unexpected ways people try to game the system.

On June 19, 1982, James and Virginia Campbell were shot to death in their Houston home while they slept. The shocking answer to who killed them: their own daughter Cindy and her boyfriend David West. Cindy stood to inherit money and was willing to murder her parents to get it—while her young children slept down the hall. This case features one of the most incredible undercover investigations in true crime history, as a 23-year-old private investigator befriended David West for months to extract a confession. A chilling story of greed, betrayal, and family murder.

This week, we're joined by Ellen Marsh from I Think Not podcast for a special crossover episode all about Sean "Diddy" Combs! Ellen is our go-to expert on all things Diddy, and she breaks down the shocking allegations, the timeline, and what to expect as the trial unfolds. From his rise as a music mogul to his arrest, we're covering everything you need to know. This episode serves as a beginner's intro to the Diddy case, perfect whether you've been following every detail or you're just catching up. Don't miss this deep dive!

In early 2018, 25-year-old Trish Haynes told her family she was heading to New Hampshire to clear up a court matter. Then she vanished. Four months later, a shocking discovery was made: a jawbone sealed inside a washing machine at the bottom of Grant Pond. Trish had been raised by her devoted grandparents and had dreams of modeling. She had a big heart and saw the best in everyone. Despite ample circumstantial evidence, no one has ever been held accountable for her murder. This is Trish's story, told with the help of her family.