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Grave SecretsS2, E14: The Murder of Natalie Clubb - A Tattoo Tells All"I think I’ve found a body..." These were the first words heard by the 999 call dispatcher who received a call from 'Tony' Snowdon, who's dog had come across a bin bag filled with something that looked a lot like human remains...In this episode we discuss the murder of Natalie Clubb, who was ultimately identified as the victim in this case. 15.02.1973 - 13.05.1998.As always, we ask that you watch with caution, as the episode contains themes of violence, dismemberment, drugs and references a case which viewers may find distressing. ...2025-05-261h 03
Grave SecretsS2, E13: The Murder of Amy Mullis - The Corn Rake ControversyWhen Iowa mother and farm wife Amy Mullis was found impaled by a corn rake in her barn, it appeared to be a tragic accident—until investigators uncovered a web of secrets, suspicion, and betrayal. In this episode, we unravel the chilling details behind Amy’s final moments, the evidence that pointed to her husband Todd Mullis, and the shocking courtroom revelations that turned a grieving husband into the prime suspect. Join us as we dig into a case where the quiet backdrop of rural America hid a deadly storm brewing behind closed doors.#truecrimecommunity...2025-05-121h 07
Grave SecretsS2, E12: The Arkansas Family MurdersIn this episode, we see the lengths that some people will go to hurt the ones they claim to love the most. This case is a fascinating one as some of the information referenced has come from a surviving victim and those that worked on the case itself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-05-051h 02
Grave SecretsS2, E11: The Murder of Steven Donaldson - Lured to his DeathTrue Crime with Annie & Beth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-05-0458 min
Grave SecretsS2, E10: The Murders of Four University Friends - The Idaho FourThis case has become high profile for a number of reasons. An unknown motive. A murder in a small town. Multiple victims. A scene without significant forensic evidence. A case yet to go on trial...This case takes place in Moscow, America and covers the Idaho 4 Murders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-211h 04
Grave SecretsS2, E9: Your True Crime Eyes & EarsIn this episode, Annie & Beth are able to relax a little and chat about what they've been watching or listening to recently. In this episode, the pair discuss the latest Netflix release everyone is talking about, Adolescence.They also make a very exciting announcement... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-1448 min
Grave SecretsS2, E8: The Murders of Katie Higton & Steven Harnett - Killed after a first dateThis double murder case is especially hard hitting due to the utter brutality, callousness and sustained nature of the attack, with other surviving victims unfortunately being caught up in the case too. This case references domestic violence and references sexual assault, so please watch with caution. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-0759 min
Grave SecretsS2, E7: The Sunset Strip Murders - Remembering The VictimsIn the 1980's, a series of murders shocked America, as West Hollywood, California became a hunting ground for two heartless killers. Thankfully, a lead from a seemingly unrelated case would ultimately break the case wide open and reveal the extent of these horrific crimes... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-311h 11
Grave SecretsS2, E6: The Murders of Lin & Megan Russell - Killed On Their Way Home From SchoolIn July of 1996, a mother decides to take the scenic route when collecting her two daughters from school. Unfortunately, this decision would prove fatal and the three would never return home... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-241h 06
Grave SecretsS2, E5: The Murder of Rhys Jones - Killed On His Way HomeToday’s case was a murder case of a child, in broad daylight. As with any case, it’s a murder which should never have happened, but this case was particularly harrowing as it was simply a boy who found himself in the wrong place at the wrong time, shattering the lives of his family and those involved forever more.This tragedy sparked the launch of a charity - Liverpool Unites - by the ECHO, which raised £100,000 to build a community centre in Croxteth.The Rhys Jones Complex was launched in August 2013 and helps hundr...2025-03-1758 min
Grave SecretsS2, E4: The Prolific Crimes of Levi BellfieldToday’s case became incredibly high profile and unfortunately revealed a serial offender who had been brutal and brazen in his attacks against women. Bear with us on this one as we’re going to try and keep timelines as clear as possible, but as you will soon see, this case unravelled very quickly and became incredibly complicated, showing the scale of offences and the number of victims involved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-101h 10
Grave SecretsS2, E3: The Murder of Ann Maguire - Killed By Her StudentToday’s case is a difficult one on a number of levels. Not only was our victim killed by someone in her care, but she was also killed at her place of work, which she loved. What is also so incredibly heart-breaking, is that she was just about to start a new adventure in life... The murder of Ann Maguire was a tragic loss for friends, family and a huge community of those who's life Ann had touched. What is most unbelievable in this case, is that her violent murder was committed by one of her 15 year old students, wh...2025-03-031h 08
Grave SecretsS2, E2: The Murder of Barry Wallace - The Body On The BeachToday’s case took place in Scotland, where it quickly created headlines due to the manner in which the victim’s body was discovered. Barry Wallace was just 18 when he was reported missing after failing to make it home after his work Christmas do...The investigation that would follow would cross countries, create headlines and uncover horrific truths about the killer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-241h 08
Grave SecretsS2, E1: The Murder of Dawn Walker - Murdered On Her Wedding DayToday’s case goes to show that you never truly know what goes on behind closed doors. This case is another local one to us, but what is really shocking is just how brazen the offender was in their attempt to cover their tracks.For support or advice regarding domestic abuse, please use these resources - https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/https://www.womensaid.org.uk/information-support/https://www.victimsupport.org.uk/crime-info/types-crime/domestic-abuse/It's a huge step even taking a look at these resources, so re...2025-02-171h 14
Grave SecretsE35: Season 1 Finale - A Festive Round-up!Join Annie & Beth for a festive round-up, where they catch-up for a much more informal episode, discussing everything from the highs and lows of 2024, their podcast highlights, plans for the new year and plans over the festive period. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-1653 min
Grave SecretsE34: The Murder of Shakira Spencer - From Friendship To MurderThis case unfortunately goes to show that some people can truly be evil, setting out to repeatedly hurt and torture someone, with no thought for their victim whatsoever.This case covers the murder of Shakira Spencer, a mother of two, who was killed by three people she believed to be her friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-0959 min
Grave SecretsE33: The Murder of Michele MacNeill - Murder in Pleasant GroveToday’s case without a doubt demonstrates the unbreakable bond between mother and daughter, and shows how the tenacity and sheer determination of one daughter helped solve her mothers murder, even after it was ruled an accident...The case also shows the calculated and manipulative actions of one man who would do anything to get what he wanted. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-021h 17
Grave SecretsE32: The murder of Lindsay Jo Rimer - An Unsolved CaseIn November 1994, 13-year-old Lindsay Jo Rimer disappeared from her hometown of Hebden Bridge, a quiet English village nestled in West Yorkshire. Last seen leaving a local shop where she bought cereal, her family and friends were plunged into a harrowing search for answers. Five months later, their worst fears were confirmed when her body was discovered in the Rochdale Canal, weighted down with a boulder. Despite decades of investigation, Lindsay’s killer remains at large, and her case continues to haunt the community.In this episode, we delve into the timeline of Lindsay’s disappearance, the chil...2024-11-2548 min
Grave SecretsE31: The Murder of James Bulger - The Killer ChildrenIn this gripping episode, we delve into the heartbreaking and harrowing story of James Bulger, a two-year-old boy whose murder in 1993 shook the world. We explore the chilling details of his abduction, the shocking involvement of two ten-year-old boys, and the profound societal impact of the case.Join us as we discuss the timeline of events, the investigation that gripped a nation, and the legal and ethical debates that arose from one of the most infamous crimes in modern history. How did this tragedy change the way we think about justice, rehabilitation, and the safety of...2024-11-181h 13
Grave SecretsE30: John Sweeney "The Killer Carpenter" - The Murders of Melissa Halstead & Paula FieldsIn this episode, we explore the horrifying case of John Sweeney, the “Killer Carpenter,” whose brutal crimes went undiscovered for years.A seemingly ordinary handyman, Sweeney’s dark and violent side was hidden behind a facade of normalcy. Known for his disturbing artwork and poetry detailing his violent thoughts, Sweeney left a gruesome trail across the UK and Europe, targeting those closest to him.Join us as we uncover the details of his double life, the meticulous police work that ultimately led to his arrest, and the chilling evidence that connected him to unsolv...2024-11-041h 06
Grave SecretsE29: The Murder of John Sabine - The Skeleton PrankThis episode covers the murder of John Sabine.This case is truly astonishing and what makes it even more unbelievable is the fact the perpetrator left clues and even hinted to others that they had in fact killed John, yet his body was not discovered until 19 years later...There's been a lot of coverage about the offender in this case, but as always, it's John who should be remembered.#truecrime #forensicinvestigation #truecrimepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-10-281h 10
Grave SecretsE28: The Crossbow CannibalIn this episode, Annie and Beth discuss the heinous murders of Susan Rushworth, Shelley Armitage and Suzanne Blamires. This case involves an offender who targeted his victims, killed them like they were prey, overtly flouted his crimes before disregarding the victims bodies like they were nothing.The offender in this case was callous, cold-hearted and so brazen, but ultimately received the justice the victims and their families deserved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-10-211h 12
Grave SecretsE27: Your True Crime Eyes & EarsIn episode 27, the pair keep it RELATIVELY light with another Eyes and Ears episode, where they discuss true crime documentaries, and TV dramas they've watched as well as podcasts and more, chatting about what they thought and what they recommend. Dont worry, no spoilers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-10-1457 min
Grave SecretsE26: A Voice For The Victims: The Crimes of the M25 RapistIn episode 26, the Grave Secrets duo are remembering the victims of a prolific offender, who prayed on his victims, committing multiple attacks between 2001 and 2002. The pair talk through this case in chronological order, starting in 2001 when a ten year old girl turned up in a horrific state, on the doorstep of a couple in a quiet neighbourhood…This particular case references multiple accounts of sexual assault, violent attacks, and offences against children. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-10-071h 13
Grave SecretsE25: Discussing The Death PenaltyIn episode 25, Annie and Beth are discussing the death penalty, also known as capital punishment. The pair have covered a lot of case studies recently, so this is a Discussing The Evidence episodes, which is a little different to the usual.The Death Penalty is not something we carry out here in the UK, but it’s still an incredibly divisive topic and one intrinsically linked to true crime cases we discuss on a weekly basis. The episode will provide an insight into the history of the sentence, crimes which can lead to the...2024-09-301h 07
Grave SecretsE24: The murder of Wendy SpeakesWhen today’s episode occurred, it actually brought back memories for a lot of people in the area, as it reminded them of the horrific murders of 13 women, at the hands of Peter Suttcliffe (the Yorkshire Ripper). Thankfully, this offender did not commit a series of offences, but the manhunt and investigation did last for over five years...Today we’re discussing the murder of Wendy Speakes, who was a devoted mother of two, killed in her very own home.#truecrimeobsessed #truecrimecommunity #truecrimepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...2024-09-231h 15
Grave SecretsE23: The murder of Mike Williams - The Ultimate BetrayalIn episode 23 we discuss the murder of Mike Williams who lived in Bradfordville with his wife Denise. It’s a case of betrayal that I think we’d all like to hope would never ever happen to us and it seems unfathomable that these events would ever unfold in the first place. Cases like this remind you that you can never tell the face of a killer and goes to show that sometimes it is those closest to us that can be the most dangerous. So on that cheery note, lets explain the tragic case of a fa...2024-09-161h 16
Grave SecretsE22: The Kicevo MonsterToday’s episode is intense and an absolute rollercoaster from start to finish. These murders only took place a few years ago it’s so interesting that they’ve gone relatively unnoticed in the wider media purely due to where they occurred. Annie & Beth talk through the horrific crimes of the Kičevo Monster, who committed these offences in Macedonia, which again, is not somewhere you typically hear of. Vlado committed his crimes in plain sight, and the case is so unbelievable to hear… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...2024-09-091h 25
Grave SecretsE21: The murder of Sayed Abuker Mohamed Ahmed - Birmingham UKIn Episode 21, Beth and Annie cover a complicated case, in that the evidence, despite looking like an open and shut investigation, was incredibly hard to come by. What makes the case even more complicated, is that there was seemingly no motive, and despite multiple witnesses being at the scene, there was no explanation for the actions that had taken place... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-09-021h 13
Grave SecretsE20: Discussing the evidence: Linking the crimes of The Killer Clown & The CandymanEpisode 20 is a little different to usual. Annie and Beth are discussing evidence which links serial killers Dean Corll and John Wayne Gacy, suggesting they were both part of a more large-scale crime organisation. The pair have covered two of the most heinous case studies in modern America history, having given a voice to the victims who lost their lives at the hands of Dean Corll and John Wayne Gacy. This ‘round-up’ episode shows the amount of evidence gathered in each case, suggesting their involvement in a paedophile ring so huge it’s difficul...2024-08-261h 03
Grave SecretsE19: John Wayne Gacy - Remembering the 33 victimsIn Episode 19, Annie and Beth cover another serial killer case. In Episode 16, the pair discussed the horrific murders of 28 young boys who were brutally abused and tortured before being killed by Dean Corll. Today’s case is equally as heavy, as they discuss the murders of more young boys, this time at the hands of John Wayne Gacy, also known as The Killer Clown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-08-191h 28
Grave SecretsE18: Your True Crime Eyes & EarsIn Episode 18, Annie and Beth discuss their recent watches, what they've been binging on Netflix and the true crime podcasts they've been listening to recently. Recent case study episodes have been heavy going, so the pair thought that talking through what they've been up to and discussing their recent recommendations would provide a little light relief this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-08-1248 min
Grave SecretsE17: The murder of Grace Millane - Auckland, New ZealandIn this episode, Annie and Beth talk through the unbelievably and completely tragic murder of Grace Millane, who had only just begun an adventure of a lifetime, travelling the world.Grace made friends easily, which is why her friends and family knew she’d have an amazing time. On the 26th of October, 2018, Grace touched down in Peru, ready to begin her adventure of a lifetime, travelling the world solo. She documented her travels across social media, so loved ones could keep up to date with where she was and what she’d been up to. 2024-08-051h 05
Grave SecretsE16: The Houston Mass Murderer - Remembering the 28 victimsIn this gripping episode we delve into one of the most chilling and harrowing cases in American history—the Houston Mass Murders. Between 1970 and 1973, Houston, Texas, was the haunting ground of one of the nation's most prolific serial killers, Dean Corll, infamously known as "The Candy Man." With the aid of two teenage accomplices, David Brooks and Elmer Wayne Henley, Corll lured, tortured, and murdered at least 28 young boys.Join us as we unravel the details of this horrific case, exploring the lives of the victims and the shocking discovery that finally brought their reign of te...2024-07-291h 06
Grave SecretsE15: The cases of Sania Khan & Alex Rodda - The dark side of social mediaIn episode 15, Annie and Beth discuss two cases in which social media was at the core of the events which unfolded. The duo have previously discussed the Dark Web, but in these cases we see that even innocently using social media can lead to someone’s death.Despite social media being at the heart of many of our experiences and part of our routine, people are still intrinsically fascinated by the unknown, and the depths in which these platforms can reach. Beth talks us through the calculated murder of Alex Rodd...2024-07-221h 24
Grave SecretsE14: Discussing the evidence - Crime scenes & Cross contaminationIn this episode, Annie & Beth are discussing evidence in a broad manner, talking through the unique nature of crime scenes, the thought that goes into planning and carrying out crime scene investigation, before Beth discovers some of the added factors that must be considered when getting ‘suited up’ before heading to a scene. As always, there will be true crime cases added in there for context and the pair delve a little into the history of forensic science. But before all that, the two give you the lowdown on their lives after a busy c...2024-07-151h 17
Grave SecretsE13: An Interview with Alison Cope, Anti-knife campaigner and mother of Joshua Ribera AKA DepzmanIn this episode, we have a powerful interview with the incredible, Alison Cope. Alison is not only an Anti-knife campaigner but also a mother. She is the mother of Joshua Ribera, known to many as DepzMan who was fatally stabbed in 2013. Alison is incredibly understanding, loving, empathetic and inspiring but at the core of it all, simply wants to spread the story of her son’s life. https://www.alisoncope.com/This is an emotion-filled conversation, but so important and incredibly inspiring, so we hope you find it as...2024-07-081h 18
Grave SecretsE12: Your True Crime Eyes & EarsEpisode 12 is another one of our favourite “True crime eyes & ears” where we discuss everything weve been watching or listening to this week. Secrets of a murder detective is a new true crime documentary where every episode covers a different crime. Steve Keogh sits down with investigating officers to talk us through the cases in detail. With 30 years of police experience and 12 of those as a top muder detective, Steve takes us through the twists and turns of the cases with first hand experience. Steve is also an author of 2 books and has recently started a true crime podcast “Murder...2024-07-0158 min
Grave SecretsE11: The murder of Brianna GheyIn today's episode, Annie and Beth cover another case study. Episode 11 unpacks the fatal and brutal stabbing of young teen, Brianna Ghey. Briana was just 16 when she was murdered by two perpetrators, both of which were just 15 themselves.This was a premeditated attack and led to an outpouring of support across the UK in memory of Brianna. Her mother, grieving and struggling to come to terms with the events, has been campaigning tirelessly for mindfulness to be taught within schools and for large social media giants to take culpability for the content they a...2024-06-241h 29
Grave SecretsE10: Discussing The Evidence - Forensic BotanyIn Episode 10, Annie and Beth are 'Discussing the Evidence...'. This segment delves into different areas of forensic science in more detail, in this case, forensic botany. The pair discuss what forensic botany is and how it can be used to aid investigations, before talking through a couple of case studies to provide some context to the evidence. In this episode, case studies referenced have been directly taken from Dr Patricia Wiltshire's latest book, The Natural History of Crime: Case Studies In Death And The Clues Nature Leaves Behind. https://boo...2024-06-171h 22
Grave SecretsE9: The Cowden Family MurdersEpisode 9 - Today’s episode discusses the horrific murders of the Cowden Family. This case took place just a couple of years prior to The Pottery Cottage Murders, which we covered in episode 5. This case took place in September of 1974 and remains unsolved. The case discusses the events which unfolded over Labor Day weekend in 1974, when a family of four left for a camping trip and disappeared into thin air... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-0949 min
Grave SecretsE8: Discussing The Evidence - Eye witness testimonyIn this episode, Beth & Annie introduce another new segment!! This segment is called 'Discussing the Evidence' and in this episode the pair discuss eye witness testimony as form of evidence, its reliability, cases which have used eye witness statements as one of the key pieces of evidence at trial and the statistics behind the exhibits. The duo already have some different types of evidence they'd like to cover in this segment, but feel free to comment if there's something specific you'd like them to discuss in a future episode. Hosted on Aca...2024-06-0354 min
Grave SecretsE7: John Wainwright - Body In The FreezerIn this episode, Annie & Beth talk through the discovery of John Wainright’s body and how the police officers and forensic scientists worked incredibly hard to give John the respect and justice he deserved. The episode shows that in order for a crime to be solved, evidence has to be analysed by scientists across the country, in order to piece together the truth of the story. In this case, forensic odontology was essential in both confirming John’s identity and determining what had happened to him before his death. To see the bodycam footag...2024-05-271h 05
Grave SecretsE6: Your True Crime Eyes & Ears: StalkingIn this episode, we introduce to you a brand new segment - Your true crime eyes & ears, where we discuss things we've watched, listened to or read recently.With all the controversy surrounding the compelling true story featured in the Netflix drama Baby Reindeer, we discuss stalking and the complexities between human relationships and evidence when assessing/dealing with incidents of stalking. We then discuss an ITV documentary, which delves into multiple cases of stalking and harassment, showing how victims and families are campaigning for change into stalking law and prosecution. Hopefully Episode 6 w...2024-05-201h 24
Grave SecretsE5: The Pottery Cottage MurdersIn this episode, Annie & Beth talk through the harrowing events of Pottery Cottage Murders, where the Minton/Moran family were targeted due to nothing but the location of their home and resulted in four of the family members being brutally killed. The family were held hostage for a harrowing 55 hours, between the 12th and 14th of January. The family home was in the small village of Eastmoor, Chesterfield. The case will be centred around the victims, shedding light on their lives and ensuring they are remembered. In this case, we do however feel it’s im...2024-05-131h 32
Grave SecretsE4: CrimeCon DebriefIn this episode, Annie & Beth discuss all things CrimeCon Glasgow 2024. From their favourite guest speakers, most interesting conversations and personal highlights from the day, they provide an insight into this completely unique experience. Hear all about Think Forensic’s immersive crime scene experience, the variety of specialists at the event and the atmosphere of knowledge sharing and respect for victim stories.Not forgetting content creators they met & their CrimeCon merch haul! For more information on experience days at Think Forensic please visit the websi...2024-05-061h 01
Grave SecretsE3: Linda Sage: Interviewing a Criminal PsychologistWe’ve been so excited to launch this one…We had the most intriguing and insightful conversation with Linda Sage - Criminal Psychologist of UK serial killers with four decades of experience of the Prisons Service.In this episode, Linda discusses everything from the most captivating Category A inmates, what it’s actually like to be in a prison, how likely it is to bump into a psychopath on the street and how she unwinds from her high-pressure role. To hear more about Linda’s fascinating career and her insights into court...2024-04-2959 min
Grave SecretsE2: Patricia Hall - The secret confessionAn argument, an abandoned car, an unused bank account and a confession…In this episode, we unpack the disappearance of Patricia Ann Hall and the circumstances surrounding the case. Patricia was reported missing by her husband in January of 1992 and has never been seen since.Listen as we discuss the events that unfolded on January 27th and the subsequent evidence gathered by West Yorkshire Police. Form your own opinions as to what might have happened, whether her husband, Keith, had something to do with it, and whether you think the case was dealt wit...2024-04-221h 18
Grave SecretsE1: Meet Your HostsWelcome to the debut episode of "Grave Secrets," where mysteries meet their match. We're your host Annie & Beth and together, we embark on a journey into the heart of some of the most chilling true crime cases.In this episode, we invite you to step behind the mic and get to know the voices guiding you through the labyrinth of mysteries that await. With backgrounds in forensics and a shared passion for unraveling the truth, we bring a unique blend of expertise and curiosity to the table.So join us as we delve into...2024-04-151h 00