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Farewell

February 22nd, 2024

0:39

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Jogging into Jeopardy: The Tragic End of Laken Riley’s Morning Run

March 27th, 2024

6:05

The tragic end of Laken Riley’s morning run has left University of Georgia community in shock. Uncover the swift justice that followed, the eerie …

The Butcher of Vancouver: The Case of Robert Pickton

March 6th, 2024

14:30

As of 2023, Robert is still alive and still in prison. He’s in his 70s now, and hopefully, he’ll stay in jail for the rest of his life. 
He’s regarded …

Jayme Closs Survived the Unthinkable

February 28th, 2024

13:46

In a written statement, Jennifer wanted to remind everyone never to take life for granted. 
"You never know what tomorrow will bring. Always remember to take the time to tell your loved ones you love them."
Good advice …

Tragedy or Sinister Plot? Unlocking the Secret Of Spreckels Mansion

February 21st, 2024

17:56

Dive into the mysterious case of Rebecca Zahau! We explore the puzzling circumstances surrounding her death at the Spreckels Mansion. Was it truly a …

The Night Jeffrey Dahmer's Last Victim Changed Everything

February 14th, 2024

16:15

When Jeffrey Dahmer was finally caught, he admitted he was planning to build a shrine in his apartment, using his victims' remains. He even drew this sketch of the altar – complete with labels where 10 different painted …

Wrongfully Convicted or Puppet Master? The Shocking Case of Sarah Jo Pender

February 7th, 2024

13:38

With all that said, you probably have some thoughts. And you’re not alone. Sarah’s hands aren’t totally clean. She did buy the gun that killed Andrew and Tricia. She did try to hide the bodies and help Richard get away …

Cheating Death and Hitting the Jackpot: The Story of Frane Selak

January 31st, 2024

6:59

Maybe it’s more of a fable—the story of a man who could have had it all but chose to live a simple life instead. 
Even Death couldn’t take that away …

Don't F* With Cats and the Shocking Legacy of Luka Magnotta!

January 24th, 2024

17:23

Luka can’t resist the urge to stir up any kind of drama he can. In 2022, he tried taking the Canadian Government to court in a bid to be transferred out of maximum security. It didn’t work. 
Have you watched Don't F**k …

The Epstein Chronicles: Secrets, Scandals, and the Rich & Famous

January 17th, 2024

10:44

Even for the most skeptical people among us, you have to wonder if things were not quite as cut and dried as the official story says. Two prison guards were charged in connection to his death. They were supposed to be …

A Twist of Fate: Holly’s Life-Changing Encounter with the Past

January 10th, 2024

15:26

June 2022, in a restaurant in Oklahoma two detectives walk through the door. Holly Marie Miller, a 42-year-old waitress and mother of five, prepping …

Decoding the Mysterious Mind of Stephen Paddock

January 3rd, 2024

24:38

This story is so personal, and conspiracy theories have populated the internet, but they’re more like bad wine. They have no legs, and they don’t age …

The Dark Side of Santa Claus: Bruce McArthur's Holiday Horrors

December 27th, 2023

13:16

This very mysterious case was suggested to us by a subscriber.
He’s considered the most prolific murderer in Toronto and Canada's oldest known serial …

The Christmas Mystery of The Vanishing Sodder Children

December 20th, 2023

16:13

Unfortunately, the simplest solution is the most plausible— the children died in the fire. An inept police and fire department simply didn’t look …

From That '70s Show to 30 Years Behind Bars

November 29th, 2023

10:12

What did Danny Masterson– from the popular sitcom 'That '70s Show' DO to get 30 years behind bars?
He was accused of rape by five women, charged with …

The Twisted Tale of America's Most Sadistic Duo

November 22nd, 2023

19:50

They were the most sadistic serial-killing duo in US history. They shared a fear of nuclear war, and thought they’d be the ones to repopulate the …

A TWISTED Marriage Pact | The Kelly Cochran Case

November 15th, 2023

14:13

‘Til death do you part’—the famous last words before couples kiss and skip into happily-ever-after. But for Kelly Cochran and her husband, Jason, ‘Til death do you part’ came with a little extra meaning. 
When these high …

The Night Tupac Shakur Was Shot! Is the Case Finally Solved?

November 8th, 2023

9:20

Even after almost three decades, Tupac Shakur's music and impact resonate with fans worldwide.
His career lasted only five years but sold over 75 …

The Dark Tale of Randy Roth: Unluckiest Groom or Serial Killer?

November 1st, 2023

18:26

His first marriage ends in divorce. His second wife tumbles off a cliff and falls to her death. 
His third wife leaves him after a dangerous rafting …

44 Days of Horror: The Chilling Story of Junko Furuta's Torment

October 25th, 2023

15:17

17-year-old high school student Junko Furuta is grabbed on her way home from work by boys from her class. For 44 agonizing days and nights, she’s …

An Unsolved Mystery: The Gruesome Murder of the Dardeen Family

October 18th, 2023

13:53

What the Dardeens lacked in money, they made up for with love. Russell “Keith” Dardeen lived with his 3-year-old son, Peter, and his pregnant wife, …

Unraveling the Bizarre Tale of Thabo Bester's Return!

October 11th, 2023

13:44

Katlego finally found his way back to his family. He was identified by his fingerprints and returned to his parents in April 2023.
But this wild story isn’t over yet, the investigation into the escape continues, and a …

The Mysterious Killing of Bridget Phillips

September 20th, 2023

10:06

Bridget Phillips was beauty and brains. She spoke six languages. She was a national merit scholar. She had everything to live for. 
Then someone took …

The Most Dangerous Couple Behind Bars: Judith And Alvin Neelley

September 13th, 2023

10:04

Who would have expected an 18-year-old mom of twins to be a stone-cold killer? No one did. And that's exactly what Judith (Judy) Neelley counted on.

Lust Turned a Loving Mom Into a Killer | Candy Montgomery

September 6th, 2023

19:52

Candy Montgomery thought sleeping with her friend’s husband would just be a harmless fling. A little adventure to spice up her church, carpool, …

The Most Frightening Hiking Route | Appalachian Trail Murders

August 30th, 2023

8:08

Every year, millions of vacationers, nature lovers, and adventurers descend on the Appalachian Trail, a legendary 2,200-mile footpath. 
But this famous place has a frightening story.

When two hikers set off along the …

The Menendez Brothers: Shocking New Details on the Notorious Case!

August 23rd, 2023

20:50

What's going on in the Menendez brothers' case?
The prosecution wants you to believe the Menendez brothers are spoiled rich kids who executed their parents to inherit millions. The brothers say they’re victims of …

The Infamous 'Unabomber': What Did Ted Kaczynski Do?

August 16th, 2023

19:31

Ted Kaczynski, notoriously known as the Unabomber, terrorized America for 17 years. 
He is the infamous boogeyman everyone’s heard of, but his crimes were so long ago that today no one’s exactly sure about the details of …

The 'Forgotten' Sociopath of Houston | Dean "The Candy Man" Corll

August 9th, 2023

14:09

He’s one of the scariest serial killers of all time. But you’ve probably never heard his name.
Back in the early 70’s, the bodies of 28 boys were unearthed in Houston. They belonged to the youngsters. They were all …

Gilgo Beach Murders Solved? Here’s What You Need to Know!

August 2nd, 2023

15:43

The 13-year-long mystery of Gilgo Beach murders has been cracked at last!
And it's all thanks to a monogrammed belt, a half-eaten pizza crust, and a series of shocking phone calls.
This might be one most insane …

The Monster Behind The "Happy Face"

July 19th, 2023

16:14

Join us as we delve into the dark and twisted mind of "The Happy Face Killer," Keith Jesperson. What drives a seemingly ordinary long-haul truck …

A Facebook Feud Turned Deadly

July 12th, 2023

17:28

In this video, we delve into the tragic case of Billy Payne and Billie-Jean Hayworth, a young couple from Mountain City, Tennessee, whose love story ended in a brutal and senseless murder. The story takes an unexpected …

The Burger Barn Mystery: The disappearance of Ali Lowitzer

July 5th, 2023

12:38

 In this episode, we delve into the baffling case of Ali Lowitzer, the 16-year-old who disappeared without a trace minutes after stepping off her …

Jacob Nolan's Mind-Blowing Selfie Shocks Cops!

June 28th, 2023

8:04

Jacob Nolan took a selfie you won't believe! In this episode of True Crime Recaps, we delve into the shocking story of Dr. Michael Weiss, a …

The Fallen Angel of Glam Rock

June 21st, 2023

13:23

In this episode of True Crime Recaps, host Chris delves into the dark and twisted double life of Gary Glitter, one of the biggest rock stars of the …

This Serial Killer Is a Vampire! | John Crutchley Case

June 14th, 2023

13:41

John Brennan Crutchley was a bizarre example, even for a serial killer! He used syringes and surgical tubing to drain his victim’s blood into a mason …

Terror on the Road | Chilling Details Behind the Brutal Death of Casey Crowder

June 7th, 2023

10:35

Casey Crowder was a smart girl, close to her parents, and a lovingly bossy sister of three younger brothers. One decision – to let Casey handle car trouble herself – changed their family forever.

It was supposed to be a …

Real Life Fatal Attraction Murder!

May 31st, 2023

17:13

The real life fatal attraction played out in the small town of Greenburgh, New York in 1989. It all started in 1987 when 25-year-old Carolyn Warmus …

Locked in a Freezer! The Horrifying Truth Behind the 'Freezer Mom' Revealed!

May 24th, 2023

8:39

In this episode, we dive into the disturbing case of Mitchell Blair, a Detroit mother who shocked the nation when the bodies of her two young children were found in a freezer in her apartment. As we piece together the …

When horror becomes reality: The Gainesville Ripper

May 17th, 2023

17:28

Get ready to be chilled to the bone as we delve into the true story behind the iconic horror film, Scream. The Gainesville Ripper was a real-life …

Gruesome Woodchipper Murder Shocked the Nation!

May 10th, 2023

17:43

Join us as we dive into one of the most shocking true crime stories of all time: the Woodchipper Murder. In this video, we'll take a deep dive into the case of Richard Crafts, a Connecticut pilot whose wife disappeared …

Suffocated in their Own Home: The Haunting Case of Johnny and Lisa's Murder

May 3rd, 2023

18:32

In this heart-wrenching video, we delve into the story of Johnny Clark and Lisa Straub, two young lovers whose romance was cut short by a devastating …

The Hunt for the Trailside Killer

April 26th, 2023

17:44

Uncover the chilling story of the Trailside Killer, David Carpenter. In the late 1970s and early 1980s, hikers in the Bay Area were warned to stay on high alert as a serial killer, known as the Trailside Killer, was on …

Blinded by Love: Acid Attack Victim Marries Attacker!

April 19th, 2023

11:47

The case of Linda & Burt Pugach is an absolutely bizarre case of a beautiful woman blinded by love… quite literally. Once a successful lawyer, …

From War Hero to Serial Killer: The Shocking Story of Robert Lee Yates

April 12th, 2023

12:24

Join us as we explore the chilling story of Robert Lee Yates, the Spokane Serial Killer. From his seemingly normal life as a family man and decorated veteran to his gruesome murder spree that left at least 13 women …

Attorney Hires Hitman to Get Rid of Wife?! | Fred Tokars Case

April 5th, 2023

17:21

The case of Fred Tokars is an unbelievable case of greed that turned deadly, as this power-hungry Attorney hired a hitman for his wife!

On Sunday, November 29th, 1992, Sara Tokars, Fred Tokars’ wife, was driving back …

Gone in a Blink: The Largest Kidnapping in History Recap

March 15th, 2023

7:42

It was a warm summer afternoon when the unthinkable happened. 26 children and their driver were forced off their school bus at gunpoint and buried …

Teen Gets 100 YEARS in Prison || The Crimes of Nickalas Kedrowitz Recap

March 8th, 2023

4:26

A 13-year old suffocates his baby half-sister and stepbrother to free them from Satan and hell. His punishment? A century behind bars. 

Get all the …

Bloodthirst in the Night || The Terrifying Recap of the Vampire of Sacramento

March 1st, 2023

9:48

Richard Trenton Chase once said an unlocked door was like an invitation for him to come inside. This is exactly the kind of chilling thing you might expect to hear from a madman known as the Vampire of Sacramento. 

Get …

A Brutal Night of Horror || The Chilling Recap of the Villisca Axe Murders

February 22nd, 2023

10:40

In the sleepy little town of Villisca, Iowa, a house full of eight people – six of them children – were bludgeoned to death with an axe. To this day, …

Stabbed to Death in Her School Bathroom! The Tair Rada Murder Recap

February 15th, 2023

11:59

The body of a popular 13-year-old girl is found with her throat slashed in a bathroom stall at school. Students are in and out of the bathroom all …

The Valentine's Day Disappearance of Asha Degree

February 8th, 2023

13:19

How can a family still hope for something after all this time? Competing theories are all Asha Degree's family has about what happened to their …

Decades-Old Mystery Solved! What happened to Jonelle Matthews?

February 1st, 2023

15:11

When Jonelle Matthews remains are discovered by construction workers 35 years after she disappeared, a cold case is finally solved  and you wont …

The Most Shocking Teenage Murder Case Ever!

January 25th, 2023

15:21

When Christa Pike sets out to get revenge on a girl who, she thinks, has a thing for her boyfriend, she unleashes a terror unlike anything seen before. This is the story of the youngest woman on death row!

Get all the …

What did he do to her? Chilling Details of Idaho's Last Death Row Execution!

January 18th, 2023

7:14

The brutal murder of Danette Elg shocks a small Idaho town. It seems the killer took a page from Jack the Ripper's legend and left her butchered in …

Perplexing Disappearance of Brandon Swanson | Can You Solve this Recap?

December 21st, 2022

13:56

On Tuesday, May 13th, 2008, Brandon Swanson was coming home from a party, when he got his car stuck in a ditch. His parents rushed to go and pick him …

“A Dingo Took My Baby!” | Azaria Chamberlain Recap

December 14th, 2022

11:48

On August 17, 1980, the Chamberlain family was camping near the famous Ayers Rock in Australia's Outback. The family consisted of father Michael, …

His Date Was a Cannibal! | Kevin Bacon Murder Recap

December 7th, 2022

7:40

When Kevin Bacon (not that Kevin Bacon) met up with his date, he had no idea the man's face would be the last human he would ever see. What happened …

Father Kills Baby Son in Sick Revenge Plot | Ronald Shanabarger Recap

November 30th, 2022

13:55

When Amy and Ronald Shanabarger welcomed beautiful baby Tyler into this world it should have been the happiest time of their lives. Little did Amy …

From Subway Star to Child Predator | Jared Fogle Case Recap

November 23rd, 2022

13:55

This story gets wild! When Jared Fogle shot to stardom after being featured in over 300 Subway commercials as the poster boy for obesity awareness, nobody knew that he had a dark secret. Once a 425-pound student, now a …

Who Killed Ellen Greenberg? | Bizarre Case Recap

November 16th, 2022

19:35

Ellen Greenberg, a first-grade teacher, left work early after the school that she worked at had canceled class for the rest of the day. When Ellen’s …

Missing Girl Trapped Under Bed?! | Mystery of Paulette Gebara Farah Recap

November 9th, 2022

12:27

The suspicious case of Paulette Gebara Farah is one that marks her death as one of the most baffling mysteries of our time.  On the evening of March …

Murder in the Jungle? | Kris Kremers & Lisanne Froon Case Recap

November 2nd, 2022

15:28

On April 1st, 2014, Kris Kremers and Lisanne Froon, two students in their early twenties, set out on a hike in the jungle near Boquete, Panama.  Two months later, their mutilated remains were discovered miles off the …

Teenager Hid in Walls to Torment His Victims?! | Daniel LaPlante Case Recap

October 26th, 2022

15:16

The bizarre and twisted case of Daniel LaPlante is one that will keep you up at night. If you’ve ever had a weird feeling that someone else was …

Who Killed Jeffrey Dahmer?

October 19th, 2022

9:01

We all know Jeffrey Dahmer as the infamous Milwaukee Cannibal, but what do you know about the man who took out one of America’s most depraved killers? If you were one of the millions who watched ‘Monster: the Jeffrey …

The Unsolved Disappearance of Evelyn Hartley Recap

October 12th, 2022

13:41

On October 24, 1953, in La Crosse County, Wisconsin, 15-year-old Evelyn Hartley, left her home to babysit the daughter of a local college professor …

Murdered by a Stalker | Cold Case Recap of Dorothy Jane Scott

October 5th, 2022

12:22

The chilling cold case of Dorothy Jane Scott is a case that will keep you up at night! 


Dorothy Jane Scott was a 32 years old mother to a 4-year-old …

OnlyFans Model Murders Boyfriend! | Courtney Tailor Case Recap

September 28th, 2022

13:25

Developing case! Courtney Tailor (Clenney) was a successful X-rated OnlyFans model, while her boyfriend, Christian Obumseli, traded crypto. On April …

What REALLY Happened the Night Princess Diana Died?

September 14th, 2022

20:30

Why did the princess write in her letters that reliable sources were plotting her demise? Did the Royal Family really have something to do with it? And why were there no CCTV cameras operating in the tunnel that night? …

Evil Twin Plots to Kill Her Mirror Image

August 31st, 2022

15:17

When you think of identical twins, you probably imagine two people who are inseparable, two sides of the same coin. But what happens when one twin decides she's had enough of living in her sister's shadow? In this …

Psychotic Jealousy Led To Nanny's Brutal Murder

August 25th, 2022

10:32

Just two days before her death, a camera captured a thin, hollow-looking Sophie Lionnet sitting in front of a fireplace. For weeks, the au pair was …

BAFFLING Locked Room Whodunnit (Noida double murder)

August 17th, 2022

31:05

This case is known as 'India's JonBenet Ramsey' and you better believe this is one mystery that would've baffled Agatha Christie!  In Noida, India, …

Polly Klaas: The Brutal Kidnap and Murder that Shocked America

August 3rd, 2022

15:19

If there's one thing we can all agree on, it's that sleepovers are the best. Spending the night gabbing with your friends, watching movies, and …

The Mysterious Disappearance of Johnny Gosch

July 13th, 2022

18:23

In 1982, a 12-year old paperboy named Johnny Gosch vanished without a trace while on his morning route in Iowa. His mother maintains that her son …

Who Put Cyanide in Tylenol? The Chicago Tylenol Murders Recap

July 6th, 2022

17:28

Did they ever find the Tylenol killer? In 1982, someone laced Tylenol with cyanide and then left them on pharmacy shelves in the greater Chicago area …

Buried Where She Fell

June 29th, 2022

8:44

On a quiet night in Florida, Bonnie Haim disappears. Her three-year-old son is the only witness. Unfortunately, no one believes his story. As the …

Kentucky Fried Chicken Slayings

June 8th, 2022

21:15

Five people were kidnapped from the KFC in Kilgore, Texas. The next day they were found murdered, execution-style, miles away. But who did it? And why? This case has so many grim turns it will leave you dizzy. After …

The Murder that Inspired Twin Peaks

May 25th, 2022

14:39

The shocking murder of Hazel Drew, a governess with a stellar reputation in the small mill town of Sand Lake, New York, led to ghost stories and …

Where in the World is Xavier Dupont de Ligonnès?

May 18th, 2022

17:11

The bodies of a mother, her four children, and their two dogs are discovered under the terrace of their stately home in Nantes, France. They’re dressed in pajamas, wrapped in blankets, and entombed with crosses and …

Horrifying Abduction Solved 27 Years Later!

May 11th, 2022

10:58

11-year-old Jacob Wetterling was out bike-riding one dark night with his younger brother Trevor, and their friend, Aaron Larson. The 3 boys had set …

The Worst Human to Walk This Earth?

May 4th, 2022

12:32

David Fuller is the culprit behind one of Britain's longest-unsolved crimes, the "Bedsit Murders." In 1987, the town of Tunbridge Wells in Kent was …

The 24 Faces of the Campus Rapist

April 13th, 2022

8:45

In the fall of 1977, Billy Milligan committed multiple crimes against women near the Ohio State campus. Luckily, he was arrested a mere 13 days after …

Still Unsolved! Jamison Family Mystery

April 6th, 2022

11:01

A haunted house. A bag of cash. Secret extremist compounds. And the skeletal remains of a family missing more than four years. The Jamison family case starts out odd, gets bizarre, and turns downright sinister. This has …

The Horrific Deaths of Channon Christian and Christopher Newsom

March 30th, 2022

11:42

WARNING! This episode is one of the most disturbing we've ever shared with you. She died with her eyes open in a kitchen trash can after hours of torture. He was found after his body was burned and left on the train …

Strange Secrets of the Los Feliz Murder House

March 23rd, 2022

16:07

Do you know the whole strange story of the Los Feliz murder mansion? One dark night in 1959, Dr. Harold Perelson took a hammer to his wife's head. …

Killer Nanny!

March 9th, 2022

10:29

Nannies are typically thought of as caring, nurturing people who love spending time with children. But what happens when one of these caregivers turns out to be a killer? That’s the nightmare an Upper West Side mom …

Is this the OG Chris Watts?!

March 2nd, 2022

18:50

For six months, Chris Coleman planned the murders of his loving wife and kids so he could live a secret life with his mistress. Sound familiar? When …

Mother's Day Nightmare! What Happened to Rachel Deltondo?

February 23rd, 2022

15:44

A popular kindergarten teacher is shot dead in the driveway of her parent's home on Mother's Day, 2018. She was facing allegations of misconduct with …

Rising Hollywood Star Found Dead

February 16th, 2022

10:18

If you’ve ever seen Waitress – the movie or the Broadway musical, then you know Adrienne Shelly. She wrote, directed, and co-starred in the movie. But two months before it premiered, her body was found hanging from a …

What Happened in Apartment 1502? The Faith Hedgepeth Story

February 9th, 2022

18:20

The brutal murder of Faith Hedgepeth sparked one of the largest homicide investigations in North Carolina history. Two strange phone calls and a …

Ruthless Pom Pom Moms

February 2nd, 2022

25:07
From cheer to fear, the 2 moms highlighted in this episode don't necessarily embody the idea of school spirit. This week, Amy and Chris detail 2 …

The BTK Killer- A Monster in the Neighborhood

January 26th, 2022

23:06
Bind, Torture, Kill - that was the modus operandi of Dennis Rader, better known as the BTK killer. Dennis terrorized the midwest for decades, breaking into women's homes, tying them, brutally torturing them, and …

What really happened to Anni Dewani?

January 19th, 2022

34:19
What should've been the honeymoon of her dreams became a total nightmare. Anni Dewani and her new husband wealthy businessman Shrien Dewani were …

Unhinged! The Notorious Pam Hupp

January 12th, 2022

26:18
Pam Hupp is infamous, even spawning an upcoming drama series on NBC about her life and crimes. This week, Chris and Amy detail Pam Hupp's conviction for the killing of Louis Gumpenberger claiming self defense, but how …

Two Unsolved Murders That Will Keep You Up At Night

January 5th, 2022

35:18
It's a new year, but these 2 still unsolved killing sprees are remain the same. This week, Amy and Chris bring you 2 shocking crimes that have …

The Catfishing Killer - Everything We Know About the Delphi Indiana Murders

December 29th, 2021

30:49
Abigail Williams and Liberty German were walking along the Monon High Bridge Trail in Delphi, Indiana on February 13, 2017, Snapchatting along the …

Ho-Ho-Homicidal Maniacs - 3 Terrifying Christmas Stories

December 22nd, 2021

30:23
Cozy up by the fire, open up your presents, and listen to 3 terrifying true crime Christmas stories that will keep up all holiday weekend.First up is …

Rock 'n' Roll Deaths & Murders

December 15th, 2021

29:25
You've all heard the stories of rockstars dying in sudden, tragic and often mysterious ways. This week, Amy and Chris dive a little deeper into …

John Lennon Predicted His Death

December 8th, 2021

22:35
In a 1965 Rolling Stone Magazine interview, John Lennon said something that eerily predicted the way he was going to die. He mentioned being shot "by …

The Smiley Face Murders

December 1st, 2021

16:50
Are a series of accidental drownings actually the work of a cabal of killers? This week, Amy and Chris bring you the cases collectively known as the …

Vanished! Where are The Springfield 3?

November 24th, 2021

26:05
Three women disappeared without a trace in Springfield, Missouri on June 7, 1992 and investigators have been baffled ever since. This week, Amy and Chris detail all of the evidence left behind and explain why there have …

Introducing: Gone South, Season One: Who Killed Margaret Coon?

November 17th, 2021

3:53
In 1987, a former prosecutor named Margaret Coon took her dog for a walk in one of Louisiana’s safest and most affluent parishes. The next morning, she was found dead on the side of the road with a single stab wound in …

Who Killed Chandra Levy?

November 17th, 2021

31:58
In 2001, the Chandra Levy case captured the entire nation and brought lots of unwanted attention on congressman Gary Condit, which many believed to be responsible for Chandra's disappearance. Even though it's been 2 …

Has the Zodiac Killer Finally Been Identified?

November 10th, 2021

27:58
The Zodiac Killer began his killing spree in the 1960s in Northern California, killing at least 5 people, potentially as many as 37. And despite …

All the Twists & Turns in The Robert Durst Trial

November 3rd, 2021

26:15
Ever since the release of "The Jinx" on HBO, the Robert Durst case has been thrust into the public light. And although that documentary series gave a good overview of the case, there are still a lot of developments …

Etan Patz Went Missing & Our Scariest Fears

October 27th, 2021

38:07
What's your biggest fear? This week, Amy and Chris discuss a few horrifying cases that have contributed to their real-life fears.First, Chris details a case he has a personal connection with, the disappearance of Etan …

The Amazon Review Killer

October 20th, 2021

27:51
Chances are that you've probably made a purchase on Amazon.com based on a glowing review. But sometimes those reviews hide something sinister.This week, Amy and Chris talk you through the terrifying case of Todd …

Killer Moms - Darlie Routier, Diane Downs & Andrea Yates

October 13th, 2021

41:41
This week, Amy and Chris profile 3 women who were all convicted of murdering their own children in gruesome fashion.In the first case, Chris …

Who Took Jodi Huisentruit?

October 6th, 2021

29:39
A bent car key, high heels, and an unidentified palm print, these were some of the things left behind in a parking lot when Jodi Huisentruit disappeared on June 27, 1995. In 2001, she was declared legally dead, and to …

The True Stories Behind Candyman Credits

September 29th, 2021

20:59
If you've watched the recent iteration of the "Candyman" film, you might've been intrigued by the post-credits scene involving cryptic animations. …

Did Jeffrey Dahmer Kill Adam Walsh?

September 22nd, 2021

34:39
Adam Walsh was abducted , which ultimately inspired his father John Walsh to dedicate his life to finding missing people, most famously through the …

Top 10 DISTURBING Celebrity Crimes

September 15th, 2021

24:15
You may think you know everything there is about the dark side of Hollywood, but this week, Amy and Chris bring you 10 detailed stories of shocking …

Bizarre Details About Brittany Murphy’s Mysterious Death

September 8th, 2021

20:03
Beloved actress Brittany Murphy died suddenly at the age of 32 in December 2009. 5 months later, her husband Simon Monjack died of the exact same causes. Although it's been over 2 decades since her death, a whirlwind of …

The Watcher House - Who Did It?

September 1st, 2021

39:39
The real estate market is hard enough without a malevolent neighbor who's been sending threatening messages for over 100 years. This week, Amy and …

Introducing: Bad Blood

August 26th, 2021

7:59
Amy and Chris would like to bring you an exciting new podcast surrounding the Theranos controversy called "Bad Blood."Bad Blood will focus on the …

Inside the NXIVM Cult Nightmare - Allison Mack & Keith Raniere

August 25th, 2021

27:25
NXIVM has spawned multiple documentaries and specials that recount the multitude of horrors that enigmatic leader Keith Raniere and former Smallville …

West Memphis 3 Evidence Destroyed! Who’s the REAL Killer?

August 18th, 2021

37:21
Three 8-year-old boys, Steve Branch, Michael Moore and Christopher Byers, went missing one night in May 1993 in West Memphis. Police ultimately found …

Dr. Death: The True Story Revealed

August 4th, 2021

15:21
You might've heard the Wondery podcast or seen the Peacock series about "Dr. Death," but is there more to the story? This week, Chris brings you even more details surrounding the infamous doctor who has been charged …

3 Shocking Female Serial Killers

July 28th, 2021

32:05
Female serial killers are rare, but that doesn't mean they're any less vicious. This week, Amy and Chris profile 3 of the most incredible cases …

Famous Last Words From Death Row

July 21st, 2021

18:25
This week, Amy and Chris bring you 8 stories surrounding the final words of infamous death row inmates. Did you know that one killer's last statement inspired Nike's motto of "Just do it"? Or that notorious female …

Killer Parents - Growing up in Fred and Rose West’s House of Horrors

July 14th, 2021

20:10
Fred West left his wife for Rosemary Letts, starting a chain of horror that would only stop with the help of their own children. This week, Chris and …

Where is Natalee Holloway?

July 7th, 2021

33:44
How can a class trip go so wrong? This week, Amy and Chris detail the tragic disappearance of 18-year-old Natalee Holloway while in Aruba with her …

Was Ed Kemper Born to Kill?

June 30th, 2021

32:50
This week, Chris and Amy explore the troubled upbringing and brutal crimes of notorious serial killer Edmund "Ed" Kemper AKA the Coed Killer. Ed Kemper stands at an intimidating 6'9" and purportedly has a genius-level …

Ted Bundy Suspected in 3 Cold Case Murders

June 23rd, 2021

32:03
The details of Ted Bundy's crimes and capture are well-documented, but this episode isn't a recap of Ted's infamy, this is about 3 cold cases that …

Spine-Chilling Killer Kids

June 16th, 2021

24:21
This week, Amy and Chris bring you 3 stories of child murderers that will dispel the idea of innIn the first story, Chris profiles the psychopathic …

Introducing - Chameleon: High Rollers

June 15th, 2021

10:02
Amy and Chris bring you the exciting new second season of "Chameleon", called "High Rollers." Hosted by investigative journalist Trevor Aaronson, …

I Survived a Serial Killer

June 9th, 2021

30:15
This week, Chris and Amy profile several women who belong to an unfortunate fraternity, women who have survived being attacked by a serial killer. In the first story, Chris details the harrowing escape of Lisa McVey …

How Israel Keyes Got Caught

June 2nd, 2021

32:19
What kind serial killer's crimes put so much fear into authorities that they reclassified him as a terrorist? That would be Israel Keyes. Keyes was a …

Four Cult Leaders You May Not Know About

May 26th, 2021

22:40
You probably think you've heard about every fringe cult there is, but you'd be wrong. This week, Amy and Chris discuss four unsettling and …

The True Story Behind 3 Infamous Crimes

May 19th, 2021

31:10
You might've heard about these stories, but this week, Amy and Chris dive deep into 3 of the most infamous unsolved crimes in American history. First …

Three terrifying Amish murders

May 12th, 2021

37:10
This week, Amy and Chris bring you three murders committed in the typically peaceful Amish community. The first is about Ed Gingerich, a mentally ill …

Tik Toker Kills Sister PLUS! Law & Order-Inspired Cold Case

April 28th, 2021

26:50
"I stabbed my sister!" These were the words repeated over and over by Claire Miller, the 14-year-old who allegedly stabbed her sister Helen to death …

Two cold cases solved by DNA: Mandy Stavik & Lisa Ziegert

April 21st, 2021

29:20
This week, Amy and Chris are highlighting 2 remarkable cases that were solved using modern DNA techniques. The first story is the case of Mandy …

What Happened To The McStay Family?

April 14th, 2021

34:32
This week, Amy and Chris delve into 2 horrific family murders. In the first half, Chris recounts the slaying of the McStay Family in the affluent Fallbrook, California. The McStay Family consisted of father Joseph, …

Everything we know about the death of Dr. Amie Harwick

April 7th, 2021

29:23
In two tragic stories of a former loved one turning into murderers, Amy and Chris bring you the cases of Dr. Amie Harwick and Britney Ujlaky. First up, Amy recaps how Amie Harwick was murdered by an obsessive ex in a …

A doctor, a dentist, and a jilted girlfriend. Kendra Hatcher Murder-for-Hire Plot

March 31st, 2021

24:54
In the first story, Chris discusses the story of an angry ex-girlfriend that turned deadly, the murder of Kendra Hatcher. Dr. Ricardo “Ricky” …

The Amityville Horror True Story - 2021 Update!

March 24th, 2021

32:42
In the first story, Amy details the infamous Amityville murders from 1974, as well as a recent update to the story. Ronald DeFeo was arrested for the murder of six family members in their home in Amityville, Long …

Heather Elvis’ affair with married man leads to deadly love triangle

March 17th, 2021

26:20
In the first story, Chris discusses the disappearance of Heather Elvis. Heather unknowingly began an affair with Sidney Moorer, a co-worker at the restaurant where she worked. Eventually, Sidney's wife Tammy found out …

Susan Powell & Phoenix Coldon - Unresolved Disappearances

March 10th, 2021

49:00
In the first story, Amy recounts the extremely suspicious disappearance of mother and wife Susan Powell. On December 7, 2009, Susan disappeared without a trace. Although no one has been officially charged and Susan's …

The Long Island Serial Killer is Still Out There

March 3rd, 2021

28:35
In the first story, Chris details the mysterious killings of the still-unidentified Long Island Serial Killer (LISK). Starting around 1996, someone has been strangling and dumping escorts around various beach towns …

Murder Posted on Instagram and Client & Lawyer Allegedly Conspired to Kill Client's Wife: Jennifer Dulos & Bianca Devins

February 24th, 2021

26:11
In the first story, Amy and Chris detail the incredible saga of the disappearance Jennifer Dulos went missing on May 24, 2019, all eyes were on her …

Dalia Dippolito Hired a Hitman, Police Fake Husband's Death

February 17th, 2021

30:11
The saga of Dalia Dippolito has a lot of twists and turns, but Amy and Chris are here to help you make sense of it! Dalia had tried and tried to …

The Ken and Barbie Killers - Paul Bernardo & Karla Homolka

February 10th, 2021

30:42
From the outside, Paul and Karla were a picturesque couple, but in reality, they were the couple from hell. Upon meeting in 1987, Karla began …

Mark and Jennair Gerardot: The Killer Affair

February 3rd, 2021

26:02
Mark Gerardot begin an affair with Meredith Chapman while his marriage with Jennair Gerardot was on the outs. After hiding various listening and tracking devices on Mark's clothing and phone, Jennair was reaching a …

True Crime Recaps: What to Expect

January 27th, 2021

6:49
In this special minisode, Amy and Chris rundown what you can expect from this exciting new podcast, "True Crime Recaps"! They detail what unbelievable crimes they will be covering, from the many twists and turns of the …

Introducing: True Crime Recaps!

December 15th, 2020

1:39
Twice the crime in half the time! True Crime Recaps is hosted by Amy Townsend and Chris Nathan, married couple and true crime fanatics. Each week, …
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