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Violence and VerdictPredicted School Shooting and Not So Golden Killer (feat. Kelsey)In this episode, Tayla and guest and sister, Kelsey, discuss the Parkland School shooting in Florida and the notorious Golden State Killer who was caught in his 70's, forty years after committing hundreds of heinous crimes and murders. 2022-10-171h 05Violence and VerdictFamilicide and Anti-Free (feat. Brittany)In this episode, Tayla talks about a mass shooting in 2020 where a 16-year old son named CJ Haynie murdered almost his entire family. Guest-host, Brittany, tells the riveting story of the Black Widow, Stacy Castor, and the unforgivable poisonings of various family members by her. 2022-09-231h 00Violence and VerdictKitty's Bystanders and Strydom's Lack of Supremacy (feat. Janelle)In this episode, we discuss the murder of Kitty Genovese which lead to the psychological term "the Bystander Effect" being coined and explored. We also talk about the horrific mass shooting of Black civilians by a white supremacist in Apartheid South Africa. 2022-09-051h 08Violence and VerdictElizabeth OutSmarts Emmanuel (Season 1 Finale pt. 2)In this last episode of our first season, Tayla recounts the incredible story of survivor Elizabeth Smart as she uses her fortitude, resilience, and wits to escape the capture of religious fanatics Brian Mitchell and Wanda Barzee after 9 months of imprisonment. Tayla uses as much of Elizabeth's own words from her testimony in court to walk us through the entire famous story, giving her as much of a voice as possible. 2022-04-221h 07Violence and VerdictTorturing 12-Year Old Shanda Sharer (Season 1 Finale Pt. 1)Season 1 Finale Part 1In our 19th episode, Mckenna takes a deep dive into the horrific abduction, torture, and murder of 12-year old Shanda Sharer. What motivated 4 teenage girls to do this? Jealousy. Listen to hear the full story! 2022-04-011h 14Violence and VerdictHead in a Pot, and Statutory Rape of a MurdererIn this episode, we talk about the turbulent, violent personality and actions of Katherine Knight, the first woman to be sentenced to life without possibility of parole in Australia. She was also responsible for several police officers quitting their jobs the day her crime was discovered. We also talk about the attempted murder of Mary Jo Buttafuoco by 17 year old Amy Fisher, and the irresponsibility of the adults that surrounded this case, including the media frenzy.2022-03-151h 12Violence and VerdictMurder by Meth, and the Toy Box KillerWe've got a doozy for you this week. We talk about the serial murders of vulnerable, Black men by political mega-donor, Ed Buck. We also dive into one of the most gruesome cases of kidnapping, rape, torture and murder by David Parker Ray, the Toy Box Killer. 2022-02-251h 07Violence and VerdictHungry Like the Wolf, and Poisoned BabiesIn this episode, we talk about two different mothers. The first, Diane Downs, drove her car of injured and dying children who had just been shot to the hospital and suspicious behavior ensued. The other, Patty Stallings, had two newborn sons taken from her as the hospital suspected poisoning. A shocking end is revealed!2022-02-1859 minViolence and VerdictEaster Sunday Massacre, and Where's the Blood??In this episode, we learn about the deadliest mass shooting to ever occur in a private home in American history, the murder of Leonard Ruppert the second and his entire family by his brother, James. We also puzzle over the stabbing of Robert Wone and the pieces of the story that simply don't fit together. The more we learned about this case, the more questions we had. 2022-01-281h 04Violence and VerdictNon-Mafia Italian Murderer, and Lizzie Borden's DressIn this episode, we talk about the surprisingly international murder of Anthony "Dale" Pike on US soil, and we delve into the infamous Lizzie Borden axe-murder case and the shocking acquittal that has everyone second-guessing. 2022-01-211h 01Violence and VerdictDismembered Badass, and Scream-Inspired StabbingIn this episode we review the incredible survival story of Mary Vincent who was brutally raped, attacked, and dismembered by Lawrence Singleton. We also talk about Torey Adamcik and Brian Draper, and the murder of their friend Cassie Jo Stoddart in an attempt to copycat the murder depicted in the movie "Scream." 2021-12-311h 01Violence and VerdictA Sexual and Violent Voyage, and Black Out StabbingIn this episode, we talk about the tragic, maritime death of Martha Brailsford at the hands of Tom Maimoni, and the Wiccan who helped to catch him. We also talk about the devastating murder of Suzanne Fry, and the nuanced and complicated case of the psychotic murderer who stabbed her. 2021-12-1650 minViolence and VerdictMurder by Mom and Bloody ChristmasThis episode delves into the tragic murders of Kelsey and Kendall Adams by their mother Chelsea Thornton, and a discussion on mental health. We also talk about the murder of the Lawson family in 1929 by their father Charles on Christmas day. 2021-12-0740 minViolence and VerdictStanford Rapist's Unconscious Consent and SkinhuntersIn this episode we recount the story of Brock Turner, the Stanford swimmer who raped an unconscious woman. We also talk about the chilling case of the Polish Black Market Murder Ring referred to as the Skinhunters. 2021-12-0348 minViolence and VerdictButch Botched It, and Lululemon Leggings over LifeIn this episode we explore the inspiration for Amityville Horror in Butch DeFeo who murdered his entire family. We also talk about the Lululemon employee murder of Jayna Murray and shocking motivation behind it. 2021-11-1943 minViolence and VerdictA Fist Down the Throat and the LDS BomberIn this episode, we talk about serial rapist Kevin Coe and his twisted relationship with his mother. We also talk about the incredibly complicated and fascinating case of ex-LDS fraudster and bomber, Mark Hofmann. 2021-11-151h 08Violence and VerdictSister Sting Op and Bummer for BennieIn this episode, we talk about the serial rapist and murderer, Khalil Wheeler-Weaver and the epic, civilian women that ultimately brought him to justice. We also discuss the conviction of Bennie Starks, and the unreliable "experts" that put him in prison. 2021-10-2252 minViolence and VerdictAlligators or Adultery and 400 Date RapesIn this episode, we talk about the disappearance of Jerry Michael Williams, and the shocking link to his murder. We also discuss the serial rapist from Japan, Joji Obara. 2021-10-151h 06Violence and VerdictLundy Three-Hundy and Dead Man's QuiltIn this episode, we explore the puzzling case of Mark Lundy and the murder of his wife and child. We also learn about the oldest couple to ever be sentenced to death in the United States, Faye and Ray Copeland. Let us know what you think!2021-10-0156 minViolence and VerdictTyphoid Peach Ice-Cream and a Sadistic South African "Prophet"In this episode, we explore the complicated case of Typhoid Mary in the US in the early 1900's. We also explore the chilling case of the sadistic South African serial rapist and murderer, Jack Mogale in 2011. 2021-09-2354 minViolence and VerdictArsenic Addict and Slender Man StabbingIn this episode we explore the curious case of Tillie Klimek and the deaths of her multiple husbands. We also look into the chilling case of the Slender Man Stabbing, where two twelve-year-old girls attacked their best friend. 2021-09-1253 minViolence and VerdictLieutenant-Colonel and Hypnosis ConfessionsThis episode explores the case of Neville Heather, the Lady-Killer in Post-WWII United Kingdom. It also delves into the complicated murder of Jeanine Nicarico, and the fascinating court case that followed. 2021-08-2856 min
Violence and VerdictCarbon Monoxide and SnufflesThis episode looks at the the case of Michelle Carter as she pushed her boyfriend to die by suicide. It also explores the Canadian "Ken and Barbie Killers," Karla Homolka and Paul Bernardo. SUICIDE PREVENTION HOTLINE: 800-273-8255Help is available. There is always a reason to live. 2021-08-221h 02