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Alternative InterestsEpisode 94: Odessa CareyMental health is a common theme among many true crime cases, and this week's case is no different. The particularly gruesome nature of the crime and the behavior after the murder make this story more disturbing. However, due to the severity of her mental illness, it is hard not to feel some level of empathy for the woman locked inside the prison of her distorted reality.
Please take note, this week's episode includes mention of animal abuse and graphic mutilation of a body.
2022-02-0951 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 93: Brian DenekeIn Amarillo, TX during the 1990's there was a building tension between two very distinct subcultures in the town's youth which erupted in a scene of absolute chaos one fateful December night. This murder tore the community of Amarillo apart and the effects still ripple through punk culture today. Brian Deneke's life was stolen. The justice system served a slap in the face to Brian, his memory, and his family, so we must remember him and the message his life can teach us.
Marilyn Manson's speech - he begins speaking about Brian at 6:55
https://www.y...
2022-02-021h 08Alternative InterestsEpisode 92: Cary StaynerIn continuing the sad saga of the Stayner family, this week we talk about Steven's older brother Cary. When Steven returned home to them, things didn't go well in the Stayner household. Cary moved on to work at a lodge near Yosemite where he would become known as the Yosemite Park Killer.
2022-01-261h 15Alternative InterestsEpisode 91: Tim McLeanTim was a young father with a friendly and outgoing personality. While traveling home from his job with a traveling carnival, Tim boarded a Greyhound bus for the long journey home.
Vince was a troubled man, on a mission to remove evil from the world.
These two men met through odd circumstances, and ultimately Tim lost his life in a horrific attack that many have come to know worldwide. The true atrocity here is the absolute absence of justice served for Tim.
Link to the interview with Vince:
https://www.cbc.ca...
2022-01-1948 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 90: Kenneth ParnellKenneth Parnell was a predator of the absolute worst kind who preyed on vulnerable young boys. Kenneth couldn't be bothered to do the dirty work himself, however, and would recruit others to help him abduct the poor boys he tormented. Infuriatingly, Kenneth never really paid anywhere near an acceptable price for his heinous crimes.
2022-01-121h 00Alternative InterestsEpisode 89: Stacy Peterson Part 2Stacy Peterson went missing in October 2007. The events leading up to her disappearance were concerning to those close to her, despite the stories her husband told anyone who would listen.
In Part 2 we pick up where we left off, following the events of the day Stacy disappeared. Through outright lies and convoluted story telling, Drew attempted to spin his own tale to explain her sudden and mysterious absence. Thankfully, he is behind bars for a very long time and he has no one to blame but his big fat mouth.
2022-01-0558 minAlternative InterestsBonus: True Crime Happy Hour - NYE EditionJoin us this New Year's Eve for a fun discussion about Scott Peterson. Take a drink and hang out with us while Drunk Kat ™️ gets all fired up about Scott’s guilt and Buzzed Crystal attempts to talk her down.
**This episode is unscripted and has much more banter than our usual episodes. It has a lot of speculation and we did zero research before recording so if you’re not a fan of boozy banter, this is not the episode for you.
2022-01-0151 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 88: Stacy Peterson Part 1Stacy Peterson went missing in October 2007. The events leading up to her disappearance were concerning to those close to her, despite the stories her husband told anyone who would listen.
In Part 1 we discuss Drew's life and marriages before his marriage to Stacy, and Stacy's heartbreaking family history before she met Drew.
2021-12-2944 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 87: Stacy CastorStacy Castor met the love of her life, Michael Wallace, at 17 years old. Their marriage had its' ups and downs, but tragically Michael passed away after a sudden illness took hold on him. Stacy found love again, however, and married David Castor. When David suddenly died from what was meant to appear as a suicide, Stacy found herself the subject of scrutiny from all directions.
2021-12-221h 00Alternative InterestsEpisode 86: Rachel Barber15 year old Rachel Barber was a beautiful young woman with a promising dance career ahead of her. One evening, someone she considered a trusted friend lured her to her home and killed her in a premeditated attack fueled by jealousy.
*Audio quality note* We tried a new recording software for this episode and some of the settings are not quite dialed in, we will continue to tweak and hopefully create a better sound experience for everyone over the next few weeks - thank you for your patience!
2021-12-151h 08Alternative InterestsEpisode 85: Carl and Maria Elena, True Love Never DiesFrom a young age, Carl had dreamed of the beautiful woman who he was meant to be with. Quite literally, dreamed it - he had visions of this woman from the age of 6. When Carl found Maria Elena years later in another country, he immediately recognized her as the woman of his dreams. Soon after meeting, Maria died from Tuberculosis. This would not be the end of their story, and Carl made sure that he could be with the woman he had been in love with his entire life.
2021-12-0851 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 84: The Pillow PyroEvery summer, the United States West Coast region experiences the nightmare that is wildfire season. In recent years one or two of these fires have been attributed to human causes such as gender reveal parties, campfires gone rogue, or even the occasional deliberate fire.
In the late 1980s through the early 90s an arsonist dubbed the Pillow Pyro wrecked havoc on the community and taunted those determined to find and capture him.
2021-12-0145 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 83: Ashlea HarrisFresh from our food comas, we bring you a bonus episode for the long Thanksgiving weekend. Money can be powerful motivation for a lot of people, but in this case it brought greed and rage. Ashea was a sweet woman who cared for those around her and unfortunately her life was taken by two greedy assholes looking for an easy payday.
2021-11-2645 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 82: The Train Bridge Shooting Part 2July 31, 2008 was a beautiful summer day in Iron Mountain, Michigan. With Senior Year and the first days of college right around the corner, local teens were spending time at the local swimming hole at the railroad train bridge over the Menominee River. In the blink of an eye, their carefree summer abruptly ended thanks to one sad sack of human sewage. Part two we go into the history of the trash pile who took responsibility for exactly zero things in his entire life, and some of the highlights from his trial.
2021-11-2457 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 81: The Train Bridge Shooting Part 1July 31, 2008 was a beautiful summer day in Iron Mountain, Michigan. With Senior Year and the first days of college right around the corner, local teens were spending time at the local swimming hole at the railroad train bridge over the Menominee River. In the blink of an eye, their carefree summer abruptly ended thanks to one sad sack of human sewage. Part one we discuss the teens involved and the events of the shooting.
2021-11-1733 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 80: Heather Higgins & Kala WilliamsThree mothers in Spokane, WA are bound by their desire to see justice for two women that have been horribly neglected by law enforcement. Heather Higgins has been missing since 2010, and Kala Williams' mutilated body was found in 2015. Despite a confession and DNA evidence, the man everyone believes is responsible may never have charges brought against him. The families hope for justice relies on someone coming forward with information, and we hope one day they do.
2021-11-101h 02Alternative InterestsEpisode 79: Halloween SamplerFor Halloween this year, we have a mixed bowl of horror: four mini cases that occurred on Halloween. From a case poisoned candy, to the most unfortunate of accidents, October 31st is haunted with truly horrific crimes.
2021-11-031h 03Alternative InterestsEpisode 78: Darlie Routier Part 3Darlie Routier is one of the most infamous names in True Crime, with her case being among the most hotly debated. Was she wrongly convicted, or was justice served for Devon and Damon?
In Part 3 we cover hospital notes, police testimonies, some oddities in the crime scene, and a possible alternate theory for who may be responsible for the events of June 6th, 1996. At the end of this series we are left to ponder: was this justice?
Links to blogs:
https://darliefacts.com
http://www.darlieroutierfactandfiction.com
2021-10-271h 35Alternative InterestsEpisode 77: Darlie Routier Part 2Darlie Routier is one of the most infamous names in True Crime, with her case being among the most hotly debated. Was she wrongly convicted, or was justice served for Devon and Damon?
In part two, we discuss some of the information the jury never got a chance to hear and we learn exactly how crucial that video was.
2021-10-201h 03Alternative InterestsEpisode 76: Darlie Routier Part 1Darlie Routier is one of the most infamous names in True Crime, with her case being among the most hotly debated. Was she wrongly convicted, or was justice served for Devon and Damon?
In part one, we discuss the Routier's family history and the events leading up to June 6th 1996 at 2:31am when Rowlett, TX dispatch received a frantic 911 call. We also review the evidence in the trial which led to Darlie's conviction. But is that the whole story?
2021-10-131h 19Alternative InterestsEpisode 75: Mysterious Disappearances Turned Accidental DeathsWe tell you four stories of individuals who disappeared seemingly into thin air only to be found deceased under unusual and uncommon circumstances. You may recognize some of these cases as they were quite controversial when they first broke in the news.
Stay tuned at the end for a short nutrition lesson courtesy of a tangential conversation that occurred during recording.
2021-10-0649 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 74: Alexander Bychkov/Krasnodar CannibalsThis week Crystal brings you two cases of bizarre Russian cannibals. Our first case covers Alexander Bychkov, who was arrested for crimes not violent in nature when a casual admission changed the course of the investigation against him. The second case is truly horrifying in nature due to some graphic images that were found on a cell phone left on the side of the road. The small town of Krasnodar was not ready for what police found, and rumors abound in this absolutely insane story.
2021-09-221h 03Alternative InterestsEpisode 73: The Bayshore Blvd TragedyIn 2018, what can only be described as a complete and utter tragedy occurred on the picturesque Bayshore Blvd in Tampa, Florida. In the blink of an eye, one poor choice led to the worst possible outcome and two lives stolen.
2021-09-151h 06Alternative InterestsEpisode 72: ABC‘s of Cryptids - A is for...A servant of the Aztec gods, the father of snakes, a southern United States Nessie, and a minor Japanese deity are among the creatures featured in this installment of our alphabetical exploration of the world's Cryptids.
2021-09-0841 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 71: Brian Shaffer Theories with Edo LarosaIn this episode, Crystal discusses the possible theories behind Brian's mysterious disappearance with Edo Larosa, host of two podcasts discussing Brian's case.
Edo's Swedish podcast
https://brianshaffer.podbean.com/
Links to Edo's English podcast, A Brian Shaffer Story
https://open.spotify.com/show/2PKvZwZAb9XJ6WjCN5FKcb?si=gJ4WhWCxT_mDBVcdI19drg&dl_branch=1
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-brian-shaffer-story/id1564375761
2021-09-021h 11Alternative InterestsEpisode 70: Brian ShafferBrian Shaffer was a 27 year old college student in his second year of med school in March of 2006. After finals week, just before Spring Break, he went out drinking with a couple friends and was never seen again. In this episode we discuss the facts of the case and the information we know about his disappearance.
2021-09-011h 08Alternative InterestsEpisode 69: Paris BennettUnconditional love - is there such a thing? Paris Bennett grew up with a mother who showered both him and his sister, Ella, with unconditional love. However, he concocted a plan to twist that love to inflict the most unimaginable pain on his mother.
2021-08-251h 19Alternative InterestsEpisode 68: Strange Conspiracy TheoriesWith our avalanche of heavy discussions the past several episodes, we decided to take a break on the lighter side this week. We each chose a few strange conspiracy theories and discuss a brief overview of the thought process behind them.
2021-08-1841 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 67: Interview with a Survivor - Carmen's StoryCarmen met her attacker when she was a young college student in Seattle, WA. They dated a short time before ending things on seemingly amicable terms. Carmen shares her first hand story with us this week detailing the horrific attack and her tale of survival in the aftermath, including the healing process she still battles 10 years later. Out of respect for her privacy, we have changed her name and have disguised her voice as her attacker continues to stalk her to this day.
Please note that due to the sensitive nature of some of the information shared in...
2021-08-1152 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 66: Meet the Weavers Part 3 - Francis and Mallori WeaverMeet the Weavers: Three Generations of Evil.
Part Three. Francis Weaver and the rest of the extended family cannot seem to escape a cycle of horrible decisions and vile crimes, but hopefully they are the end of of it.
2021-08-0452 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 65: Meet the Weavers Part 2 - Ward Weaver IIIMeet the Weavers: Three Generations of Evil. Part Two. Oregon City, Oregon. Two middle school girls go missing within months of each other.
Meet the Weavers: Three Generations of Evil
Can murder run in your blood? Can evil be passed down from generation to generation? Join us for this three part series on the Weavers; a family in the PNW that can't seem to stay out of trouble. In Part 2 we discuss the events that occurred in Oregon City, Oregon when two middle school girls went missing within months of each other.
2021-07-281h 13Alternative InterestsEpisode 64: Meet the Weavers Part 1 - Ward Weaver Jr.Meet the Weavers: Three Generations of Evil
Can murder run in your blood? Can evil be passed down from generation to generation? Join us for this three part series on the Weavers; a family in the PNW that can't seem to stay out of trouble. In Part 1 we begin with Ward Weaver Jr - the Kern County Killer.
Please note the crimes we discuss in this three part series are extremely graphic in nature.
2021-07-211h 10Alternative InterestsEpisode 63: Robert Leroy AndersonThroughout the 1990's in rural South Dakota, in a small town just outside of Sioux Falls, Robert Anderson spent his free time plotting and carrying out his version of the "perfect crime". Between his sloppily carried out plans, his poor choice of friends, and his big mouth, Robert was charged and convicted for his crimes. Unfortunately, his last victim, Piper Streyle, has yet to be found even to this day.
2021-07-141h 00Alternative InterestsEpisode 62: Zahra BakerOn October 9, 2010 in Hickory, North Carolina there were two particularly odd 911 calls made from the same household. The first call for a house fire turned out fine with no fire and no damage to be seen. However, the second call several hours later reporting 10 year old Zahra Baker missing quickly went from confusing to alarming as police realized this was far more than a a case of a child gone missing.
2021-07-071h 16Alternative InterestsEpisode 61: Martin John Bryant Part 2 - The Port Arthur MassacreOn April 28, 1996, Martin Bryant committed one of the worst mass shootings in Australian history. In exchange for the horrific attack he unleashed, he received the most strict sentence available, one reserved for only the truest of monsters. This event also spurred an overhaul of gun legislation across Australia and Tasmania.
Link to the floor plan of the Broad Arrow Cafe: http://www.despatch.cth.com.au/Misc/martinbryant/map.htm
2021-06-301h 25Alternative InterestsEpisode 60: Martin John Bryant Part 1In 1996 one of the world's worst mass killings took place at the tourist site of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Port Arthur on the island of Tasmania. This week, we discuss the background of the gunman, Martin Bryant; his childhood and life leading up to that fateful day illustrate a mix of nature and nurture that created the monster he became.
2021-06-231h 13Alternative InterestsEpisode 59: Don SpiritSeptember 2014, Bell, Florida (why is it always Florida?) A lifetime of wrong choices, a decade old tragedy haunting their every moment, and a system that failed the Spirit's at every turn came to a haunting end when Don Spirit calls 911 to report a horrific murder he had just committed.
2021-06-161h 15Alternative InterestsEpisode 58: Kitty GenoveseThe murder of Kitty Genovese is one of the most infamous murders in United States history. Psych 101 students everywhere learn about Bystander Syndrome using her murder as an example. It is often the most infamous cases that go misunderstood, and this story is no exception. We discuss just how wrong the media got it, and the truth behind what really happened on the night Kitty Genovese was brutally killed.
2021-06-0955 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 57: Josef Fritzl Part 2WARNING: Sexual abuse of children and incest.
Part 2 of this horrific case we pick up where we left off in Part 1 documenting the conditions Elisabeth Fritzl was forced to survive in for over two decades. From the mind of a disturbed man came the basement chambers that held Elisabeth and her children captive for 24 years. This story truly illustrates new depths of depravity that only monsters are capable of.
2021-06-021h 15Alternative InterestsEpisode 56: Josef Fritzl Part 1Austria, 1984. Josef and Rosemarie Fritzl call the police to report their 18 year old daughter, Elisabeth, missing. Elisabeth would not reappear for 24 years. As it would be revealed, she was being held captive below the family apartment the entire time. In part one, Kat goes into the background of Josef's childhood and the day Elisabeth disappeared to set the scene for the details of her imprisonment.
2021-05-2646 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 55: Cassie Jo StoddartOne Sunday in September 2006, the Contreras’ return to their home after a weekend away. Expecting to be greeted by their niece, Cassie Jo, who had been house and pet-sitting for them, the family made their way inside. The horrifying screams of their daughter as she found the brutal scene inside the home began a nightmare of piecing together exactly what happened to Cassie during that awful weekend.
2021-05-191h 26Alternative InterestsEpisode 54: The Cannibal CopThe NYPD may have made a mistake employing this guy... This week we discuss the very oddly specific fetish of Gilberto, who has since been dubbed the Cannibal Cop. He happens to be an online buddy of the individual we discussed in our previous episode, so you can imagine what kind of disturbing fantasies Gil is into. His wife's intuition made her take drastic measures that completely changed the trajectory of both of their lives. Do you think he's guilty, or did the appellate court make the right call?
2021-05-121h 21Alternative InterestsEpisode 53: Dale Bolinger*This episode briefly discusses child pornography*
The Dark Web is a mysterious place where the most twisted minds go to find content that speaks to their darkest desires and curiosities. In the next two episodes, we scratch the surface of one of the corners of the Dark Web with the tale of two men with their own stories who both drew the attention of the FBI. We begin with the Canterbury Cannibal and his disgusting ideas of what he considers "interesting as a food source".
2021-05-0542 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 52: The Hartlepool KillingSome people are dealt a tough hand at life. Some people can make do and rise above it, but often people cannot and need support, resources, and the system to step in. What happens when the system fails people? Some are left vulnerable, alone, and make easy targets. Others, with no one watching or caring, see the targets and become the predators. This week's story is one where the system failed all involved parties, leaving two very different ends of the spectrum to come crashing together.
2021-04-281h 28Alternative InterestsEpisode 51: Savannah Spurlock22 year old Savannah Spurlock was a vivacious and spunky mother of four in January of 2019. Taking advantage of an opportunity for a night out, she and a friend went to a bar to let loose and enjoy themselves. Unfortunately, Savannah's last moments are caught on a surveillance camera as she leaves with 3 men she had met that night. Endless searches came up as dead ends time and time again in the months following her disappearance. Police honed in on a suspect and unfortunately her remains were found 7 months later in a shallow grave. The man responsible has been put...
2021-04-211h 10Alternative InterestsEpisode 50: Dena SchlosserWARNING: This episode involves discussion of the mutilation and murder of an infant.
Dena had a rough medical history growing up that did not get easier as she grew to adulthood. When Dena and her husband found a support system in the form of a new church, they devoted themselves fully to the teachings of the leader of the church; they just happened to be very opinionated concerning the role of modern medicine in their devotions. Mainly, that it was witchcraft and prayer was the true path toward healing. This decision would prove to have heartbreaking and...
2021-04-141h 25Alternative InterestsEpisode 49: James William ParilloA man of many names and many stories can be intriguing but when those names and stories end up painting a picture as dark and disturbed as this, we have to keep each other safe. This episode details the alleged and convicted crimes of one man who poses a threat to anyone who crosses his path. Be safe out there, and take care of each other, because this guy isn't messing around.
Link to Kira and James' timeline: https://www.timetoast.com/timelines/kira-moon-pct
2021-04-071h 26Alternative InterestsBonus: Interview with Karlee OdinWe had a chance to speak with Karen's oldest daughter Karlee to discuss theories, case facts, and her experience with losing her mother and everything that followed.
Due to some sensitive information Karlee shared during our interview, some details have been edited out in order to avoid jeopardizing the investigation.
2021-03-3147 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 48: Karen BodineAnother cold case. Another family without answers. In January of 2007, a 37 year old mother of three, Karen Bodine, is found murdered on the side of road. From botched police work to negative press coverage, Karen's case didn't get the attention it deserved at the time. We hope we can shed more light on this case to solve it for Karen's family to give them answers and closure, and end the nightmare they live every day.
http://www.karenbodine.comFB: https://www.facebook.com/JusticeForMyMom.KarenBodine/
Venmo: http://venmo.com/karlee-Bodine
Donations go to billboards, posters, investigation fees
2021-03-3147 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 47: The Halifax Sleep WatcherFrom 2004 to 2011, the female population of Halifax, Nova Scotia was terrorized by an unknown male who would enter into their homes in the late hours of the night to watch them sleep. What began with doorway lurking progressed to physical touch and eventually voyeuristic photographs and videos of women. While the reports have ceased in the years since one man's conviction and relocation from the area, ultimately there has been no official conviction in this case. However, the jury is most definitely out in the court of public opinion, and the young women of Halifax can sleep soundly knowing...
2021-03-241h 07Alternative InterestsBonus: Interview with Sam MoyerSam Moyer, daughter of Nancy Moyer, discusses the investigation, facts of the case, and theories surrounding her mother's disappearance.
If you have any information about Nancy, please contact the Thurston County Sheriff's Office at 360-786-5500
2021-03-1728 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 46: Help Find Nancy MoyerOn a Friday night in 2009, mother-of-two Nancy Moyer vanished from her home in the small town of Tenino, Washington. Over 12 years later we are still left with the question, where is Nancy Moyer?
GoFundMe organized by Sam Moyer: https://gofund.me/eca50cb9
Know something that might be important help solve the case? Call Detective Hamilton: 360-786-5500
Reward of up to $30,000 for information that leads us to Nancy and the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for her disappearance.
Crime stoppers offers a $1000 reward to information that leads to solving the case: https://cr...
2021-03-171h 15Alternative InterestsEpisode 45: Terry NeelyThis week we have one of the most heinous and gruesome murders seen in Phoenix, AZ. The details of the murder are shocking enough on their own, but the interviews with the murderer elevate this crime to a whole new level.
2021-03-1058 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 44: Angela DiazA Twisted Twist: A woman relentlessly stalked by her husbands ex. As the evidence piles up, how long does it take for one woman's lies and relentless harassment to knock down an innocent's life?
2021-03-031h 08Alternative InterestsEpisode 43: Phoenix ColdonThis case is a the embodiment of the phrase, "Nothing is as it seems." What at first appeared to be a straightforward abduction quickly turns messy as investigators look into the disappearance of 23 year old Phoenix Coldon. Years after her disappearance, new evidence surfaces that completely changes everything.
2021-02-241h 45Alternative InterestsEpisode 42: Ana Kriegel Part 2In this week's conclusion of our discussion of the murder of 14 year old Ana Kriegel, Kat covers the investigation of both Boy A and B and the trial that followed. Another warning that this case involves brutality against a minor.
2021-02-171h 15Alternative InterestsEpisode 41: Ana Kriegel Part 1This episode Kat discusses the absolutely horrible and brutal murder of a fourteen year old girl in Ireland. What makes this even more tragic is the convicted killers were only 13 years old at the time of this unimaginable crime. Warning: this case is hard to listen to.
2021-02-101h 18Alternative InterestsEpisode 40: Heather Elvis Part 2When Heather disappeared in December of 2013 police very quickly found their prime suspects. As many of us are aware, getting from an arrest to a conviction is a long road and doesn't always follow the most straightforward path. For part two, we discuss the arrest of Sidney and Tammy Moorer and their respective trials.
2021-02-031h 07Alternative InterestsEpisode 39: Heather Elvis Part 1Disappearances are difficult due to the uncertainty for friends and loved ones left behind. In the case of Heather Elvis, there are some additional factors that haunt the family. In part one we discuss the circumstances surrounding her disappearance and the beginning of the investigation.
2021-01-271h 08Alternative InterestsEpisode 38: Christy SheatsKat brings you the story of a family meeting gone horribly wrong. A Texas mother wanting to inflict the most pain possible on her soon to be ex-husband succeeds in the worst way possible.
2021-01-201h 14Alternative InterestsEpisode 37: Robert Wone Part 2In this second half of our coverage of the murder of Robert Wone we discuss the strange and contradictory interviews Victor and Joseph did with police the night of the incident as well as possible theories about the true events of that night. You may think you know the story, but we guarantee you'll be shocked at the information we found.
2021-01-151h 05Alternative InterestsEpisode 36: Robert Wone Part 1The murder of Robert Wone is one that should have been relatively easy to secure a conviction yet somehow still remains unsolved years later. In part one we discuss the main characters involved, the events of the night, and the 911 call.
2021-01-131h 07Alternative InterestsEpisode 35: Joyce GoodnerIn 1995, two good samaritans stopped to investigate an abandoned building that appeared to be on fire. Upon entering the building to attempt to extinguish the fire, they found the body of a woman, wrapped in a rug, abandoned on the floor. Police had one suspect in mind but with no physical evidence tying him to the crime, they couldn't make an arrest. Fourteen years later, the cold case had a major breakthrough that brought the killer to justice.
2021-01-061h 04Alternative InterestsEpisode 34: Sean StevensonHappy New Year! Coincidentally, our next crime happens on New Years Day over 20 years ago. In 1987, a 16 year old is sentenced to life in prison for the brutal slaying of this stepfather, mother, and murder/rape of his pregnant 18 year old sister.
2020-12-301h 22Alternative InterestsEpisode 33: Marcus Wesson Part 2This week Crystal details the physical and emotional abuse the Wesson family suffered at the hands of Marcus as well as the events of the massacre on March 12, 2004. This awful tragedy was, and continues to be, the worst mass killing in Fresno's history.
2020-12-231h 01Alternative InterestsEpisode 32: Marcus Wesson Part 1In March of 2004, Fresno, CA police responded to an apparent custody issue. They had no idea what seemed to be a completely routine call would turn into Fresno's worst mass killing. Join us as we set the stage for the years leading up to that fateful day in this first part of this absolutely insane and heartbreaking story.
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Alternative InterestsEpisode 31: Steven GibsonPolice respond to a frantic 911 call placed by a woman who has just come home to find her husband dead. A teenager immediately confesses; however, this case is not at all what it seems.
Sound quality note: There is a slight drop in sound quality that was not caught until post-production, we did our best to edit it for clarity, thanks for your understanding and support!
2020-12-091h 23Alternative InterestsCheck in and UpdateNo regular episode this week! Crystal checking in to give a quick show update in the meantime.
2020-11-1804 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 30: Prosthetics in True Crime*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
To celebrate our dirty thirty, we tried out a different format for this week's show and spent some time on the lighter side of true crime!
Since this episode was a bit shorter than usual, hang out after the end music for some outtakes that didn't make the cut in our earlier episodes. We hope you enjoy!
2020-11-1143 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 29: The Stalking of Harvette Williams*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
While attending a NAACP networking event, Harvette handed out her business card to many people. One man became instantly obsessed with her and changed the course of Harvette's life and career forever.
2020-11-0456 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 28: Spooky Stories*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
Happy (early) Halloween everyone! In this episode, Crystal tells a story of a paranormal experience from her home, and we welcome Aaron from Files Obscura to chat share some spooky experiences of his own. We love a good spine tingling story!
2020-10-2854 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 27: Werewolves*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
Join us as we delve into the history of werewolves and their likely origin, as well as one of the earliest stories of a murderous man who claimed to have received his werewolf powers in a rather dark deal. What's a little lycanthropy when you get what you want, right?
2020-10-211h 00Alternative InterestsEpisode 26: Ronald Clark O'Bryan - The Man Who Killed Halloween*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
Halloween is a great time for kids to dress up as their favorite characters and trick-or-treating is the highlight of every child's Halloween experience. Parents always check the candy to make sure it all looks good, taking a parent tax here or there for their trouble, but does any of us really know where the urban legend of poisoned candy originated? Many believe this disgusting tale from the suburbs of Houston, TX could be the origin of why we must always inspect the Halloween candy haul.
2020-10-1449 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 25: The Island of the Dolls*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
Just outside Mexico City is an eerie uninhabited island where several decades ago, a man decided to live out his days in solitude. As the story goes, he spent his life haunted by the spirit of a girl, and she had one very odd demand in order to appease her.
2020-10-0738 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 24: Pizza Bomber*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
In August and September of 2003 there were strange things afoot in Erie, PA. In August, a bank robbery turned bombing left police and FBI with nothing but questions, and a man hiding a dead body in his freezer turned himself in to police in September. Connecting these two events was a series of strange characters and a complicated plot that only those involved could help unravel.
2020-09-301h 43Alternative InterestsEpisode 23: Elyse Pahler*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
Elyse Pahler was a spunky 15 year old girl at the time of her murder. She played high school sports, sang in her church choir, participated in theatre, and had dreams of one day becoming an actress. Elyse's bright future was cut short by three wannabe metalheads looking for an easy way to make it big.
2020-09-231h 11Alternative InterestsEpisode 22: 1904 Olympic Games*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
In 1904, Chicago won the bid to host the Olympic Games. However, not to be out-done, St. Louis decided to take on the Olympics at the same time as the World's Fair. Obviously they bit off more than they could chew because the ensuing games resulting in some of the most ridiculous antics, most especially the Men's Marathon.
2020-09-161h 02Alternative InterestsEpisode 21: The Girl in the Box*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
When Colleen Stan left her home in Oregon to hitchhike to a friend's birthday party in California, she had no idea she would end up locked in a box, trapped under her captor's bed, for seven years. Colleen suffered at the hands of Cameron Hooker as he physically and mentally abused her for years.
2020-09-0952 minAlternative InterestsSOS Bonus: Stand With Sophie*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
After learning that many people have not heard about this story, we decided to record a very quick episode giving some of the information about the situation. This episode is an overview of what has happened with #standwithsophie in the last week. We want to raise awareness of what is happening to this child. This is not an isolated incident and it happens every single day to children around the world and it needs to stop.
For more information please see the official Facebook page...
2020-09-0635 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 20: Charles Campbell*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
Washington state was under high alert in 1974 - unbeknownst at the time, the many women who had gone missing in the Seattle area were early victims of Ted Bundy. It was in this uneasy time that Renae Wicklund was attacked by Charles Campbell. Renae's sharp recall and excellent witness testimony landed Charles in jail serving a 30 year sentence. Unfortunately a parole board found Campbell suitable for early release, and failed to notify the local police as well as Renae as no laws requiring notification existed at the...
2020-09-021h 08Alternative InterestsEpisode 19: The Giggling Granny*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
With a smile on her face, this giggly granny loves spending her time cooking, cleaning, and murdering her husbands (yes plural!) and loved ones. How did Nannie Doss go decades without a single person questioning why everyone around her is dying? And how did she get so many men to marry her?? Thankfully she was finally caught and confessed to all her crimes so potential suitors around the world can sleep safe tonight.
2020-08-261h 04Alternative InterestsEpisode 18: The Papin Sisters*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
This week we take an adventure overseas to discuss the Papin sisters who committed an attack in the 1930's so brutal, news of it traveled around the world. The murders were the first of their kind in French history, and inspired many creative works in French culture.
2020-08-191h 02Alternative InterestsEpisode 17: Elisa LamElisa was a young college student on holiday taking a solo trip during a break from school in January 2013. Her story continues to be a source of controversy and speculation due to strange details surrounding her disappearance and the state of her body when she was found. This episode, we bring back Jane to take us through her theories of what happened to Elisa, and more importantly: why.
2020-08-121h 21Alternative InterestsEpisode 16: Japanese Yokai*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
Eyeball butts, late night bathroom cleaners, and will ya give that Kappa a cucumber, he's starting to get a little crazy! Because who doesn't love some good old Japanese mythology?
2020-08-0554 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 15: DeOrr Kunz Part 2*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
For part two of our coverage of the disappearance of DeOrr Kunz Jr., we explore Vernal and Isaac's versions of the day's events as well as point out the vast inconsistencies across all the stories. We also discuss possible theories of what exactly happened to DeOrr.
Special thanks to Johanna Davidsson for editing this episode.
2020-07-291h 40Alternative InterestsEpisode 14: DeOrr Kunz Part 1*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
A last second camping trip turns into every parent's nightmare when 2 year old DeOrr Kunz goes missing in a remote campground 45 minutes from the closest town. What first appeared to be a horrible accident became the subject of intense scrutiny and speculation as stories twist and conflict, and nothing adds up.
2020-07-221h 08Alternative InterestsEpisode 13: The Dybbuk Box*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
When Kevin Mannis bought a wine cabinet from an estate sale he never imagined it would hold so much history; the prior owner had escaped from a concentration camp and immigrated to America, bringing the cabinet with her. Unfortunately, history likes to linger, and soon Kevin began experiencing a haunting of mythic proportions.
2020-07-1545 minAlternative InterestsSOS Bonus: Wayfair Conspiracy*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
Our first ever bonus episode! These episodes will be unedited and a quick coverage of a current event that is absolutely blowing up the internet, but does not have enough information to be covered in a full episode at this time. In this episode, we will discuss some of the information available in the Wayfair Human Trafficking conspiracy that has blown up this week.
2020-07-1225 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 12: The North Pond Hermit*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
So many of us fantasize of leaving the world behind and going off and living in seclusion away from society. In the 1980's, Christopher Thomas Knight did just that. He stole what he needed to survive and a local myth of a mountain man who stole food and supplies become a household story. Little did they know, what they believed was myth was reality. Here is the story of the man who left everything and everyone behind.
Special thanks to Johanna Davidsson for editing this...
2020-07-0859 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 11: Kyron Horman Part 2*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
For the second half of our coverage of Kyron's disappearance, we discuss the theories that exist surrounding this case, and even come up with our own theories.
Special thanks to Johanna Davidsson for editing this episode.
2020-07-041h 17Alternative InterestsEpisode 10: Kyron Horman Part 1*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
This week, we review Oregon's biggest missing persons case in history on its' ten year anniversary. 7 year-old Kyron Horman went missing from school without a trace on June 4, 2010. Join us as we go over the details of the day he went missing and the events that unfolded in the complicated investigation that followed.
Special thanks to Johanna Davidsson for editing this episode.
2020-07-011h 17Alternative InterestsEpisode 9: Killdozer Day*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
Marvin Heemeyer was a small town man living in Granby, Colorado fulfilling his dream of running his own business and enjoying his recreational hobbies. Years of disputes and arguments with neighbors and town officials led to the events that took place on June 4, 2004, in one of the most unbelievable revenge stories you've probably never heard.
2020-06-241h 24Alternative InterestsEpisode 8: Abraham Shakespeare*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
In 2006 the Jackpot winner Abraham Shakespeare was murdered for everything he was worth. His family tipped off police to the killer due to her constantly changing, outrageous stories.
Special thanks to Johanna Davidsson for editing this episode.
2020-06-1733 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 7: Randy Roth*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
On a hot summer day in Washington, a drowning at Lake Sammamish is an unfortunate but not unusual occurrence. However, the death of Cynthia Roth was anything but a routine drowning investigation, and as we all know: it's always the husband.
Special thanks to Johanna Davidsson for editing this episode
2020-06-1047 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 6: Mary Bell*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
Two young boys are found dead in 1968 in Newcastle upon Tyne. Police quickly realized there was a murderer in their midst and the local children held the key to figuring out who it was.
Special thanks to Johanna Davidsson for editing this episode.
2020-06-0354 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 5: Chimeras*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
Chimerism is a crazy DNA phenomenon in which one body can have two different DNA profiles. We discuss several cases of human Chimeras, and you might never trust DNA evidence again.
Special thanks to Johanna Davidsson for editing this episode.
2020-05-2747 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 4: Mermaids*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
This week Elle dives into Mermaid stories from around the world, and they're not the sweet sea creatures we remember from our childhood.
Special thanks to Johanna Davidsson for editing this episode.
2020-05-2047 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 3: The Hollywood Ripper*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
For 15 years from 1993 to 2008 a serial killer attacked four women, killing three of them. Advances in DNA technology and the testimony of his last victim who fought him off finally brought him to trial in 2019.
Special thanks to Johanna Davidsson for editing this episode.
2020-05-1454 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 2: Nicole White*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
Nicole White was a 28 year old mother who went missing after going out for drinks one night. She was found murdered after being missing for two weeks. After police investigation they found her killer.
Special thanks to Johanna Davidsson for editing this episode.
2020-05-1453 minAlternative InterestsEpisode 1: Hannah Upp*Note: This is an archived episode with a previous co-host*
Hannah Upp is a bright, beautiful soul missing from St. Thomas. She went missing in September of 2017 in the days between Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Maria. Due to the chaos surrounding the island in those days, she could be anywhere. She is 5'7" with light brown hair and eyes and as of the release of this episode she would be 35 years old. Her family remains hopeful she will be found. If you have any information please contact Private Investigator Steve Wagner at 724-591-0675
2020-05-1033 min