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Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsYoung Black Male, Blackmailed in Barcelona (Part 2)Hey Slaycaters — we're back with part two of the harrowing case of Levi Davis. Some people asked how could this story story get any worse for this poor young man? Well... get ready to find out in the shocking conclusion. As always, thanks for Slaycating with ‘More, Husband & Tolerable’ and please stay safe out there!
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This case literally has it all — fame, fortune, misfortune, blackmail, sex, drugs and…rugby! On top of that, it's a very recent case so there are lots of details and yet lots of questions and mysterious motivations and discoveries. But either way, it’s a sad, crazy tal...2025-05-191h 04Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsSlayzed and Confused in North CarolinaHey Slaycaters, get ready for a truly disorienting case that you won’t soon forget. When Judith Lois Bradford Smith accompanied her husband, Jeff, to a pharmaceutical conference in Philadelphia the plan was to mix business with pleasure.
While Jeff attended the conference, Judith was to enjoy a day of sightseeing in Philly, including visits to Independence Hall and The Liberty Bell. But when it was time to meet back up — Judith was nowhere to be found. Thus begins a case that starts as a mysterious vanishing and ends up as a homicide over 600 miles away i...2025-05-051h 11Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsA Christmas Card from John Wayne GacyHey Slaycaters! While doing some spring cleaning, we found a hidden gem: the wild story of how Adam got a Christmas card from serial killer John Wayne Gacy! It’s packed with behind-the-scenes chaos featuring GG Allin, the most hardcore punk rocker ever, and involves smuggling paintings out of jail and the director of Joker. Originally recorded for another podcast but deemed too “hardcore,” we knew our Slaycaters could handle it. Enjoy — and see you on the next Slaycation! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-04-2620 min
The MAKE IT Podcast408 - “Just Friends” and “Brain Games” creator Adam “Tex” Davis on Mastering Podcasts, Pitches, and StorytellingHello, Hello! In this episode, screenwriter Adam “Tex” Davis takes listeners on an exhilarating journey through his Hollywood career, from writing the hit movie Just Friends to creating innovative TV shows like Brain Games. Davis shares candid insights into the entertainment industry, revealing the challenges and triumphs of a successful screenwriter. With wit, wisdom, and raw honesty, he offers aspiring filmmakers a masterclass in creativity, persistence, and adapting to an ever-changing media landscape.We also talk about:• The evolution of Hollywood pitch c...2025-04-181h 51
Storybeat with Steve CudenAdam "Tex" Davis, Screenwriter-Producer-Podcaster-Episode #337Screenwriter, producer, and podcaster Adam “Tex” Davis is best known for writing the screenplay of the cult rom-com classic Just Friends, which stars Ryan Reynolds, Amy Smart, and Anna Faris. He also wrote the screenplay for the drama Gardener of Eden, which stars Lukas Haas and was produced by Leonardo DiCaprio’s Appian Way. A graduate of NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, Tex has contributed to over 25 feature film scripts and served as Co-Executive Producer and Head Writer for the Emmy-nominated series Brain Games. Tex is also a co-founder of Atomic Entertainment, overseeing projects l...2025-03-111h 07Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsA Horrible Way to Die-owa in Iowa (Part 2)Hey Slaycaters, we're back with Part 2 of this crazy, tragic case of murder on the campus of the University of Iowa. If you haven't heard part one, we suggest you do. For those who did, as you remember, poor Sarah Ann Ottens was found dead in her dorm room. And while there wasn't a lot of evidence -- there was enough to lead investigators to a suspect. In fact, a jury even found him guilty. But was he? Was the evidence even real? This case takes a few shocking turns you won't see coming and is sure to have...2025-03-101h 01
Health RaisersExperience and Express Anger to Foster Emotional Growth with Kim DavisHello Wise Women! Today, my guest is Kim Davis. Kim is a wife, mother, crafter, retired social worker, and cohost of the podcast Slaycation with her comedy writer husband, Adam "Tex" Davis, and writer-producer Jerry Kolber. Kim brings a wealth of experience to this episode. With a background in domestic violence advocacy and a passion for true crime, Kim shares her powerful perspective on understanding and managing anger in both personal and professional contexts. Here is what you will learn: ❤️🔥 Channeling Anger Constructively: Kim discusses guiding survivors of domestic violence to express anger using a personal...2025-03-0558 min
Creative Engagement PodcastCreative Engagement Executive Producer, Writer Adam "Tex" DavisEngage with us via Text Message!Adam "Tex" Davis is the Executive Producer and Co-Founder at Atomic Entertainment as well as a podcaster, and Producer and Writer of Films and Television. You can find out more at:https://www.atomicentertainment.com/If you enjoyed this podcast please give us a rating and write a review where you listen to podcasts. Please share this with friends by sending the link. If you would like to share your thoughts about this podcast you can also email Daniel Mandel. 2025-02-2840 min
Cinema Drive711. Fables and Foibles: Raising Arizona (1987) - With Adam "Tex" DavisCinema Drive welcomes screenwriter/director/producer Adam "Tex" Davis to the show! Tex is the inspiration and screenwriter for the romcom Just Friends (2005), starring Ryan Reynolds, Amy Smart, and Anna Faris, he's sold screenplays to the likes of Leonardo DiCaprio's Appian Way, and written, rewritten, or punched up over 25 feature film scripts for every major studio in Hollywood!Tex shares his behind-the-scenes stories and terrific insights into the ups and downs of screenwriting, and dives into the Coen brothers' classic Raising Arizona (1987) with Jason and Ryan. It's a Cinema Drive episode you won't want to miss!2025-02-2656 minSlaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsThere’s Something Troublin’ in DublinHey Slaycaters, we’re back with yet another head scratching case to add some mystery to your day. In this one, Jón Jónsson, an Icelandic man, travels to Dublin, Ireland to take part in a Poker Tournament in 2019. His wife, Kristjana, also a poker player, shows up a day later because she couldn’t find her passport. After an argument, Jón storms off and… Well, let’s just say there are lots of theories about what happened next. Join your favorite Throuple of True Crime as we try to unpack this mystery and figure out what happened and why… ...2025-02-171h 05
Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsMore Kim: Volume #16 (Valentine's Gift)Hey Slaycaters -- here is a FREE SNEAK PEEK of a MORE KIM segment. Kim records one of these every week. Normally, you have to SUBSCRIBE to SLAYCATION PLUS to get them -- but as a Valentine's Day present we're giving you a special episode to enjoy!You asked for ‘More Kim’ so now you get ‘More Kim!’ These are musings about Slaycation cases and other insights and observations of life’s insanity. On this episode, Kim discusses Valentine's Day and Valentines gone wrong.To get future (and past) episodes of MORE KIM -- SUBSCRIBE to SLAYCAT...2025-02-1431 min
Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, & MovementsComedy's Canvas: Adam "Tex" Davis on Laughter's Evolution in CinemaJoin Andy Nelson and screenwriter and podcast host Adam "Tex" Davis on a laughter-filled journey through the evolution of comedy in cinema. From silent-era slapstick to modern genre-bending masterpieces, this episode explores how comedy has entertained audiences while serving as a powerful tool for social commentary across decades of filmmaking.The Evolution of Comedy in Film HistoryBeginning with early works like The Sprinkler Sprinkled, the episode traces comedy's development through silent legends like Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton. The conversation then moves through screwball classics like It Happened One Night, dark comedies such as...2025-02-121h 26Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsSlay Down Upon the Suwannee RiverHey Slaycaters, we’re back with another crazy case that you just have to hear to believe. It takes place in Suwannee, Florida — an interesting part of South Florida — right near the famous Suwannee River (from the famous Old Folks at Home song that also happens to be Florida’s State song despite the original version being completely racist) But we digress… This case involves the Rainey Family: Dad David Rainey, his wife Cindy and their two 20-something year old sons. Joining them on this Dixieland vacation was one of the son’s girlfriends, as well as a family friend and Cindy’s...2025-02-101h 07
Healthy Wealthy Wise Artist Podcast66: Stay Inspired, Stay In It: Real-World Strategies for Artists Through Highs, Lows, and In Between
Ready to level up your creative career? In this episode of Healthy Wealthy Wise Artist, we sit down with Emmy-nominated writer, director, and producer Adam “Tex” Davis (Just Friends, Brain Games) for a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to succeed in the arts. From turning setbacks into opportunities to expanding your creative range without losing your unique voice, Adam shares hard-won insights and actionable strategies that can transform your journey.
Topics Covered
Turning Setbacks into Success: Transform rejection into career fuel.
Expanding Your Creative Skill Set: Stay versatile while keeping your authentic touch.
Networking That Matters: Buil...2025-02-0429 minSlaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsSome Bad Sh*t Went Down in Colorado!Oh boy... you're in for a rough ride with this one. We'd put a 'Trigger Warning' on it -- but which of our episodes aren't triggering?!? When 13 year old Dylan Redwine was put on a plane to visit his father, Mark Redwine, on the other side of Colorado, he really didn't want to go. Unfortunately, he and his Mother had no choice as it was a court-mandated, parental visit. What transpires next will leave you shocked, appalled, and questioning, ever letting your kids out of your sight again. This one takes some dark and unexpected turns as sh*t...2025-02-031h 08Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsSlaycation Recommendation: 30 Morbid Minutes (Preview!)Love creepy and curious stories? Then check out 30 Morbid Minutes! Hosted by comedians Elyse Willems and Jessica Vasami, this podcast dives into the bizarre, macabre, and morbidly fascinating with a wicked sense of humor.This week, explore “The Curse of the Ninth” and its chilling connection to the deaths of history’s greatest composers. Was this infamous curse real or just an eerie coincidence?Laugh, learn, and leave the lights on—new episodes drop every other Monday. Listen to 30 Morbid Minutes on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts...2025-01-3114 minSlaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsOn the Trail of Murder in Shenandoah (Part 2)OK Slaycaters, it’s time for the shocking conclusion of our tragic tale of murder in Shenandoah National Park. If you haven’t heard Part 1, you’ll want to do so in order to be up on all the facts of the case featuring Julie and Lollie, two young lovers and hikers who were just starting their life together. Unfortunately, they won’t make it out of the park alive. The twists and turns the investigation takes will have you guessing and second-guessing whodunnit (it sure did with us!) Again, a word of warning as this case is exceptionally brutal and...2025-01-271h 23
Phoenix Cinema PodcastIn Conversation With Adam "Tex" DavisAdam "Tex" Davis is an Emmy-nominated screenwriter and director best known for his documentary series Brain Games and Brainchild and the classic teen rom-com Just Friends.Chris and Luke got the opportunity to welcome Adam on to the pod and they touch on Adam's humble origins and beginnings as a screenwriter, his influences and inspirations, and they crazy encounters and journey he's had along the way.Harvey Weinstein (aka He Who Must Not Be Named) bought one of his scripts, Leonardo DiCaprio produced another and Pharrell Williams produced his Netflix documentary series. Adam "...2025-01-231h 11Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsOn the Trail of Murder in Shenandoah (Part 1)OK Slaycaters, today’s case takes us to the Shenandoah National Park where two young lovers, and avid hikers and expert woods-women, Julie and Lollie, decide to go for a celebratory camping trip before moving in together. Let’s just say, things don’t go as planned. The less you know going into this heartbreaking case the better — but just know this story takes some insane turns and will have you guessing the entire time. Word of warning: This case is pretty brutal. Second word of warning: We don’t get into the case for about 10 minutes because Jerry fell off his bike an...2025-01-201h 00Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsEat, Slay, LoveHey Slaycaters, get ready for a real head-scratcher as we delve into the mysterious disappearance of 18-year old August Reiger who went missing in the Ecuadorian resort town of Banos while on vacation with his family. August, a free-spirited, artsy kid was drawn to the spirituality of the region and was excited that he and his family would get to experience it. But while out on a relatively simple hiking trail that looped up and around a small mountain peak... August ran ahead of his family and then... vanished. Authorities initially treated the case as a kidnapping, but there was...2025-01-131h 05
The Actor FactorEpisode #95 Screenwriter, Podcaster, Producer Adam 'Tex' DavisBrad & Diego are thrilled to be in the booth with a fellow Podcaster, a very gifted screenwriter and exceptional Producer, Adam 'Tex' Davis.Brains get picked like kickball teams in this sure to thrill you half hour!Like our Podcast? Wanna Support with a Donation of any size?venmo - @BradAshtenWe thank you for your patronage & Keeping the arts alive!#actor #actress #director #producer #sound #lights #camera #action #directorofphotography #artists #musicians #hair #makeup #wardrobe #casting #castingdirector...2025-01-1200 min
The Reel Debaters#269 Adam "Tex" DavisThis week on The Reel Debaters Micheal, Jimmy, and Charles interview writer Adam Davis about his holiday classic "Just Friends" starring Ryan Reynolds Amy Smart Anna Faris and Chris Klein, what happens when Havey Weinstein buys your script, getting past the maitre de to a meeting with Leonardo Dicaprio, Gardener Of Enden with Lukas Haas Erika Christensen Giovanni Ribisi and Jim Parsons and more stories from behind the scenes.Follow his new podcast with comedian Bruce Vilanch The OSCARS: What were they thinking? SpotifyApple PodcastsIf any true crime/comedy fans w...2025-01-121h 19The Reel Debaters#269 Adam "Tex" DavisThis week on The Reel Debaters Micheal, Jimmy, and Charles interview writer Adam Davis about his holiday classic "Just Friends" starring Ryan Reynolds Amy Smart Anna Faris and Chris Klein, what happens when Havey Weinstein buys your script, getting past the maitre de to a meeting with Leonardo Dicaprio, Gardener Of Enden with Lukas Haas Erika Christensen Giovanni Ribisi and Jim Parsons and more stories from behind the scenes.Follow his new podcast with comedian Bruce Vilanch The OSCARS: What were they thinking? SpotifyApple PodcastsIf any true crime/comedy fans w...2025-01-121h 19Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsSlaycation Recommendation: True Crime Creepers (Preview!)If you're a Slaycation Fan you love creepy cases, so we’re excited to introduce you to True Crime Creepers. A podcast for people who love stories about sketchy people doing sketchy things. Each week Kristin tells Mogab about all her favorite true crime creepers, from con artists to serial killers. This episode dives into the mysterious disappearance of Helen Hagnes Mintiks a violinist at the Metropolitan Opera House. After a break in the performance, Helen had vanished, with only her prized violin remaining.Learn more about this disturbing mystery on episode 145 of True Cr...2025-01-1025 min
Beyond the Big ScreenBeyond the Red Carpet: The Oscar Decisions That Shocked UsJoin us for an engaging conversation with Adam 'Tex' Davis, co-founder and COO of Atomic Entertainment Group. Adam shares his unique journey in the entertainment industry, from screenwriting and television to podcasting. Hear his thoughts on Hollywood's business model, the challenging landscape for original stories, and the rise of independent film-making. Dive deep into the behind-the-scenes workings of the Oscars and why they provoke endless debate, especially when featuring classics like 'Back to the Future' and 'Psycho.' Don't miss his insights into the creative process and the future of storytelling! https://open.spotify.com/show/0zLWwYqmXmiA4KU5kAK44n2025-01-0952 min
Sustaining Creativity PodcastCreative Versatility with Adam 'Tex' DavisCreativity through the lens of a screen writer, Emmy nominated producer and podcaster"Creativity is just creating something that wasn't there."Adam “Tex” Davis graduated from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts in 1993. A scant three years later he'd achieved great success -- as the night manager of Shaun’s Bagels in Manhattan. But soon after, "Tex" sold his first screenplay, Sunburned, to Miramax and his second screenplay Just Friends to New Line Cinema. Just Friends went on to become a cult, rom-com classic starring Ryan Reynolds and Anna Farris. Other produced credits soon followed includ...2025-01-0731 minSlaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsA Whole Lot of Bull in MadridHey Slaycaters, we had our end of the year fun -- now it's time to get back to business, and we're starting off the year with a Slaycation that is one of the most twisty, bizarre cases we've ever covered. The less you know going in the better -- but let's just say when Ana Knezevich Henao relocated to Madrid, Spain after a bitter divorce from her ex-husband David, she thought she would be starting her life anew. Instead, she would wind up missing. But while her whereabouts were unknown, her ex-husband's whereabouts around that time were very known...2025-01-061h 21Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsSlaycation Year 1 Wrap-up!Hey Slaycation Nation! Not only is it the end of the year 2024... we're also coming up on one year of Slaycation! On this fun episode, the throuple of Kim, Adam & Jerry banter on and on about lessons learned, favorite cases/moments, fan interaction, negative (and positive) reviews, religion, crime & comedy -- as well as giving special thanks to some of our listeners and behind the scenes crew. A must listen for fans of the show. A big 'skip it' for new-comers. (Go listen to EP 13 - The Shove Boat!) Most of all, a big thank you to all our...2024-12-3057 minSlaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsThe Butchering of Al Clove in Bloopersville!As you know, we love having fun. Rather than hide our mistakes, we embrace our goof-ups, mispronunciations and playful mockery of one another. So, for the holiday season, we present you with an entire episode of BLOOPERS from Kim, Adam & Jerry that will hopefully have you laughing right along with us! Happy Holidays and we'll be back next week with a special 1-year wrap up episode! We love our Slaycaters and thank you for being such amazing fans of the show!SUBSCRIBE to SLAYCATION PLUS(+) For AD FREE listening & "MORE KIM!' Bonus Segments...2024-12-2327 min
Magic, Creativity, and Life with T. Thorn CoyleAdam "Tex" Davis on Film, TV, and Creative RiskIn this conversation, author T. Thorn Coyle interviews Adam Tex Davis, a seasoned screenwriter and producer, about his creative journey, the challenges of the film industry, and the importance of collaboration and resilience in the creative process. Adam discusses the balance of ego in creativity, writing for film and television, and the emotional experiences that fuel his storytelling. The discussion highlights the challenges and rewards of a creative life, including the necessity of adapting to change.Find out more about Adam at https://www.atomicentertainment.comYou can support this podcast at https://www.patreon...2024-12-1954 min
Forest Film ClubAdam "Tex" Davis and the 8-Bit Bears discuss the Oscars, Romantic Comedies, and Car WashesScreenwriter, podcaster, film savant, and all around World Class Cool Guy, Adam "Tex" Davis is here!
We couldn't be more proud to talk with the writer of one of the Bears' favorite movies, and we have a lot to ask, and we hope you like our conversation as well!
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The Successful Screenwriter with Geoffrey D Calhoun: Screenwriting PodcastEp 253 - From “Just Friends” to Emmy Nods: Adam Tex Davis on Screenwriting Success and VersatilityIn this episode of The Successful Screenwriter, Geoffrey D. Calhoun sits down with Adam Tex Davis, the Emmy-nominated writer behind Just Friends starring Ryan Reynolds and the groundbreaking show Brain Games. Tex shares his journey from writing Star Wars fan stories as a kid to scripting beloved films and creating educational content that captivates audiences of all ages. From hilarious behind-the-scenes anecdotes to career advice on versatility, this conversation offers insights into navigating Hollywood and staying creative in a competitive industry.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How Tex turned childhood inspiration into a successful screenwriting ca...2024-12-1626 min
The Successful Screenwriter with Geoffrey D Calhoun: Screenwriting PodcastEp 253 - From “Just Friends” to Emmy Nods: Adam Tex Davis on Screenwriting Success and VersatilityIn this episode of The Successful Screenwriter, Geoffrey D. Calhoun sits down with Adam Tex Davis, the Emmy-nominated writer behind Just Friends starring Ryan Reynolds and the groundbreaking show Brain Games. Tex shares his journey from writing Star Wars fan stories as a kid to scripting beloved films and creating educational content that captivates audiences of all ages. From hilarious behind-the-scenes anecdotes to career advice on versatility, this conversation offers insights into navigating Hollywood and staying creative in a competitive industry.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How Tex turned childhood inspiration into a successful screenwriting ca...2024-12-1626 min
The Successful Screenwriter with Geoffrey D Calhoun: Screenwriting PodcastEp 253 - From “Just Friends” to Emmy Nods: Adam Tex Davis on Screenwriting Success and VersatilityIn this episode of The Successful Screenwriter, Geoffrey D. Calhoun sits down with Adam Tex Davis, the Emmy-nominated writer behind Just Friends starring Ryan Reynolds and the groundbreaking show Brain Games. Tex shares his journey from writing Star Wars fan stories as a kid to scripting beloved films and creating educational content that captivates audiences of all ages. From hilarious behind-the-scenes anecdotes to career advice on versatility, this conversation offers insights into navigating Hollywood and staying creative in a competitive industry.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How Tex turned childhood inspiration into a successful screenwriting ca...2024-12-1626 minSlaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsHow to wind up Deadinburgh in Edinburgh, ScotlandAnnie Börjesson, a beautiful, young Swedish woman, often described as a Viking Princess, fell in love with Edinburgh, Scotland while taking a trip there and was in the process of making it her permanent home. Unfortunately, it became her final destination when she was found dead on a beach. While her death was initially ruled a suicide, those who knew her said there was no way. And her actions on her last day would also suggest she had no plans to end her life. As the Slaycation throuple dives into the case all kinds of shady details come to l...2024-12-161h 05
Creativity BoostersFrom Hollywood Scripts to Netflix Hits: Adam Tex Davis Talks Creativity & Leonardo DiCaprio | Creativity Boosters Episode 21Dive into the world of Hollywood creativity with our special guest, Adam Tex Davis, an Emmy-nominated writer-producer whose career is a testament to adaptability and innovation. From selling his first screenplay to Harvey Weinstein to crafting cult classics like "Just Friends," Adam's journey is filled with intriguing stories and creative insights. Discover how he collaborates with industry giants like Leonardo DiCaprio and Pharrell Williams, and learn his strategies for idea generation, problem-solving, and thriving under tight deadlines
The conversation delves into defining creativity, the iterative process of writing, and the balance between creative freedom and commercial viability. Adam also...2024-12-131h 54
Falkon Theatre PodcastPodcast 13 – Sitting Down with Adam ‘Tex’ DavisThis is our most exciting podcast yet as Noah and I got to sit down with movie screenwriter and producer Adam ‘Tex’ Davis. Writer of the Ryan Reynolds movie Just […]2024-12-091h 29Falkon Theatre PodcastPodcast 13 – Sitting Down with Adam ‘Tex’ DavisThis is our most exciting podcast yet as Noah and I got to sit down with movie screenwriter and producer Adam ‘Tex’ Davis. Writer of the Ryan Reynolds movie Just […]2024-12-091h 29Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsChristmas Crossover with The Housewives of True Crime!Hey Slaycation fans, we have a special treat for today's episode -- Gretchen & Tabitha from The Housewives of True Crime join 'More' Kim for a Holiday Slayover! Together, this newly formed throuple tackles the case of Dr. Ben Brown, a plastic surgeon, and the death of his wife Hillary Brown... from liposuction... performed by her husband! While it's more of a Staycation than a Slaycation, this bizarre case is filled with lots of twists and turns as well as plenty of character defects (ego, narcissism, hubris, vanity) for the ladies to dig into. Also, was it an accident, murder o...2024-12-0957 minSlaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsAnd Then There Were NunToday's case takes us to Hallstatt, Austria, a beautiful touristy hamlet surrounded by mountains and lakes -- the perfect place to go hiking, swimming and Slaycating. In the summer of 2016, 72-year old Sister Eileen Christie, a beloved nun from Long Island, arrived for her annual pilgrimage full of energy and excitement. But when Sister Eileen didn't show up at the third hostel on her itinerary, and stopped all communication with her nephew back home, it was clear something was wrong. A major search was launched and a suspect emerged. But despite the best efforts of local law enforcement, including...2024-12-021h 09Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsSuspicious in MauritiusToday's case returns us to another picturesque island off the Eastern Coast of Africa -- the lovely tourist destination of Mauritius (rhymes with suspicious). On January 10th, 2011 -- beautiful, fun-loving, 27-year old Michaela McAreavey was found dead in the bathtub of her hotel room while on her honeymoon. Was it an accident or murder? And if murder, by whom? In this subtropical paradise, mysterious deaths are so uncommon that the police may have bungled the case right from the start. Follow along as your favorite true-crime throuple follows the evidence, accusations, and intrigue to piece together what really happened...2024-11-251h 03
Your Next Chapter: Podcast Pioneers and InnovatorsAdam 'Tex' Davis Explains the Allure of Creating PodcastsIn this episode of Your Next Chapter, host Jeremiah Tittle speaks with Emmy-nominated TV producer and Atomic Entertainment co-founder Adam 'Tex' Davis. Known for Brain Games and collaborations with industry giants like Leonardo DiCaprio and Ryan Reynolds, Adam shares insights from his career in screenwriting, television, and podcasting.Jeremiah and Adam explore the advantages of podcasting over traditional media, focusing on the appeal of audio and faster production times. They also touch on AI’s evolving role in the industry, expressing cautious optimism about its creative potential.2024-11-2130 minSlaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsHome for the Holi-slaysIn November 2016, a Thanksgiving dinner in the Guy Family home, just outside Knoxville, Tennessee sets the stage for one of the most disturbing crimes in our show's history. Starting with a welfare check called in by a concerned co-worker -- responding officers discovered a scene so horrific that even veteran investigators admitted they'd never seen anything like it. Behind the door of this ordinary home was not just a crime scene, but a methodically planned murder plot detailed in a mysterious notebook left at the scene! Who could have done something so heinous...and why? When you find out...2024-11-181h 09Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsIntroducing: OSCARS... What Were They Thinking?!Ever watched the Oscars and thought, “What were they thinking?” Why do some films sweep Best Picture while better ones are overlooked? Why do great actors miss out on Oscars for their best roles? And why do beloved box office hits get snubbed while little-seen films rake in awards? If these questions resonate, check out this new podcast. Search OSCARS… What Were They Thinking?! wherever you’re listening, or click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-11-1413 min
Rumors, Money, and MoviesEmmy Nominee Adam "Tex" Davis talks Hollywood, Podcasting, and Lists?Hollywood Veteran and Emmy Nominee Adam "Tex" Davis joins the show the to discuss his career in film and his blossoming podcast career.2024-11-1259 minSlaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsWelcome to the Coast of CrimeImagine this, you're a 12 year old girl living in Ireland, your parents have divorced and your Mother brings you to Spain on a "vacation," along with her new boyfriend, who you aren't particularly fond of. And then... BAM! You learn that this vacation is actually a staycation -- as in you're staying in Spain to start a new life due to Mom's boyfriend's business. Oh, and it's not just any part of Spain -- it's a touristy section nicknamed "The Coast of Crime." As crazy as this sounds, this actually happened to Amy Fitzpatrick in the mid-2000s. Like...2024-11-1158 minSlaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsFifty Shades of GraveGrace Emmie Rose Millane, a vivacious, full-of-life, 21-year old, left her home in the UK to go on an extensive backpacking world-tour while on a gap-year in her studies. She made it as far as Auckland, New Zealand -- where, after a night of heavy drinking on her 22nd birthday, she decided to go home with Jesse Kempson, a Tinder date she met that day. She was never seen again. We unpack the mystery of her disappearance and ensuing investigation which was greatly aided by the numerous CCTV cameras throughout the city. Was this a case of sex play gon...2024-11-041h 03
The OSCARS: What Were They Thinking?!Trailer: OSCARS.... What Were They Thinking?!Have you watched the Academy Awards and thought… ‘What were they thinking?’ Have you ever wondered, how is it that so many of the awards for Best Picture go to one movie when there’s a much better movie staring them in the face? Or, why have so many actors not won Oscars for their best roles? Or, why is it that so many movies that everyone loves and made a ton of money at the box office get no Oscar love while little-seen movies rake in the nominations and awards? If so, then this is the podcast for you. Co...2024-10-2802 minSlaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsLast Call at the Aruban SandbarWe’re back in Aruba - for a case you may not have heard of. When the Devries Family, from Michigan, visit Aruba on a cathartic getaway after the loss of husband/father George — they are hopeful the waves, sands and water sports will heal their family’s heartache. They have no idea the danger that lurks when they are befriended by two men, a father and his adopted son, both named David Stacey. This case is as dark and twisted as any we’ve covered and is one you won’t soon forget.For AD FREE listening...2024-10-281h 04Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsCrappy HalloweenOn October 17, 1992 -- Yoshihiro "Yoshi' Hattori, a Japanese exchange student living with a host family in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, headed to his first Halloween party. However, instead of revelling in ghosts, goblins and other spooky things -- the horror turned real when Yoshi accidentally went to the wrong address. You won't believe the turn of events that unfolded making this Halloween a living Helloween. Besides being a tragic 'slaycation' -- this case, which sparked international outrage, calls into question everything from race, to what constitutes self-defense, to common sense gun laws -- issues which still reverberate throughout the USA...2024-10-211h 14
Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsMORE KIM: Volume #1You've asked, so we're delivering the first edition of MORE KIM, only for subscribers.Loving the show and want MORE KIM & AD FREE? Then subscribe to Slaycation Plus(+). right in Apple Podcasts, or by clicking 'Subscribe' on our website www.slaycation.wtfJoin our popular and super fun 'Slaycators Only' Facebook group and get direct access to the Hosts plus behind the scenes info: https://www.facebook.com/groups/394778366758281Slaycation MERCH is now available at: https://plus.slaycation.wtf/collections/all Get your "Pack...2024-10-1705 minSlaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsDude, Where's Our Car?In August of 1999, two best friends, David Coughlin and Raffi Kodikian, set off for a short overnight hike in Carlsbad Canyons, New Mexico. Five days later, only one of them would be found alive. This is the shockingly strange but true story of a two men entering Rattlesnake Canyon and only one man leaving. What makes this case even more heartbreaking is the fact that both men combined to keep a detailed journal describing their ordeal -- including how it ended in murder. Join us on this journey into the desert in the real-life story that inspired the Gus V...2024-10-141h 12Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsThis One Doesn't End WellSteven Cook, a 20-year old, UK resident sets out on holiday in the tourist town of Malia in Crete, Greece. It's the first time he'd ever travelled without his family, but he was with a large group of good friends and a tour organizer. Yet despite all his pals and the festive island vibes -- on the first night of the trip -- Steven gets separated from the group and never makes it back home. Did he meet someone? Was he robbed? Trafficked? Or did some strange accident befall him? This is a case where everyone from local law e...2024-10-071h 02Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsSlays From the Crypt!On today's episode, we're trying something a little different... We're taking on three - yes, count 'em THREE - bizarre vacation murder mysteries. From two sisters in a $2,000/night resort in Seychelles; to Grandparents meeting a grisly end in Egypt; to a woman found naked, soaking wet and dead in the closet of her Wales timeshare -- each of these three strange but true, Slaycation mini-mysteries will have you enthralled and playing amateur detective. You'll also never look at a hotel, luxury resort or timeshare the same way again!Loving the show and want to support 'The W...2024-09-301h 11Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsHow NOT to scuba in Aruba!No, it's not the Natalee Holloway case. It’s the case of Robyn Gardner, a beautiful, blonde, 36 year old wannabe model who is looking for love in all the wrong vacation partners. Having just lost her day job and going through a rough patch, Robyn decides to lie to her current boyfriend, Richard, and take Gary up on his offer for a free trip to Aruba. Gary, an older man (and certified scuba instructor) is someone Robyn had recently met on the Adult Friend Finder website. Not only has Gary been trying to get Robyn to go away with him...2024-09-231h 01Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsThere's Something in the Water in TennesseeWhen 21 year old Lauren Agee goes to Wakefest, a Tennessee water sports festival, she's expecting a fun girls' trip with a childhood pal. But things take a dark turn when some unexpected "boy friends" show up and their accommodations aren't as advertised. As Wakefest turns into a wake -- we're all left wondering... Was it an accident? Murder? Or, just a coverup to cover their asses. Either way, you'll be spellbound by all the twists and turns taking place in the murky waters of this case.For a deeper dive, check out the Without Warning podcast season...2024-09-161h 10Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsQ&A with The Hosts of Slaycation!If you know, you know - and if you don't, you're going to know soon. This is a special behind-the-scenes episode where The Woman, The Husband, and The Tolerable One answer burning questions from our Slaycaters. From yarn whores, to weird nicknames, to Burning Man, to the cases that give us nightmares -- your favorite murder comedy thrupple bares all in this killer Ask Us Anything episode.Loving the show and want to support 'The Woman', 'The Husband' and the 'Tolerable One?' -- then subscribe to Slaycation Plus(+). right in Apple Podcasts, or by clicking 'Subscribe...2024-09-091h 10Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsHow NOT to Fall in Love in AustraliaTRIGGER WARNING for disturbing audio recordings.When Warriena Wright, an adventurous, vivacious, 26 year-old visited Australia's Gold Coast for a destination wedding and some thrill-seeking -- how was she to know that a Tinder date with a handsome local would prove more dangerous than skydiving or scaling the side of the country's tallest building? It's hard to believe what happens in this bizarre episode, made even more shocking by the fact that there is actual audio recordings leading up to the fatal conclusion. Not for the faint of heart.Loving the show and want to support...2024-09-021h 11Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsLost in Slaycation Pt 2We're back with Part Two of the unfortunate case of Lucie Blackman, a young, British woman working as a 'Hostess' in a Tokyo social club. When Lucie vanishes after a date with a mysterious, wealthy businessman the police are at first indifferent. But pressure by Lucie's family and the UK government motivates them to look into a man known by several aliases. What they find will shock and appall even the most hardened true crime fan. So beware! And if you haven't heard Part One... what are you waiting for? Get on it. (But don't say we didn't warn...2024-08-2653 minSlaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted VacationsIntroducing: Morning Cup of MurderNeed more true crime while you wait for Monday's episode? Listen to Morning Cup of Murder wherever you listen to podcasts, or visit their website here. 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