True Crimecast

In October 2000, two women with the same name, but no other known connection, were found murdered in their cars just days apart. The episode details the unsettling similarities between the two deaths—neither appeared to be a robbery, and both victims were found inside their vehicles. We explore the investigation and the theories that have emerged, including the possibility of a botched hit or a case of mistaken identity.

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In this episode of True Crimecast, we take a deep dive into the world of forensic science. We explore the history and methods behind the most critical tools used to solve crimes, including fingerprints, DNA, and ballistics. The episode discusses how these forensic techniques have revolutionized criminal investigations, but also reveals the surprising flaws, controversies, and ethical debates that accompany each. From the "silent witness" of a fingerprint to the power of a DNA database, this episode uncovers the science behind justice—and the human fallibility that comes with it.

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Brittany Weinberger is the author of a fascinating book called "Whispers in the Cradle: Uncovering the Dark Side of English Nursery Rhymes". Jamie and John met Brittany at CrimeCon, and they HAD to have her on to talk about the book.
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How could something as innocent as “London Bridge is Falling Down” carry the weight of destruction and death? Why does “Ring Around the Ro...

In March 2025, thieves made off with eight brand-new Corvettes from the Chevrolet Corvette Assembly Plant in Bowling Green, Kentucky, leading to a high-speed chase and the arrest of two suspects. Just five months later, the plant was hit again, this time for two high-end Corvette ZR1s. The episode details the crimes, the high-octane police pursuits, and the eventual arrests. 

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On September 19, 2024, in a small Kentucky courthouse, Judge Kevin Mullins was shot and killed by his longtime friend and colleague, Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines. The episode walks listeners through the shocking events, from security footage capturing the fatal moment to Stines's immediate surrender and his defense of "extreme emotional disturbance." With the motive still unconfirmed, Jamie and John explore the deep-seated questions and rampant speculation that have shattered a community.

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Lori Paige is a 12-year-old girl whose disappearance in June 2023 ended in a shocking murder. The episode covers the timeline of events, from Lori's troubled childhood and the red flags in her home life to the killer's suspicious online searches and movements in the days surrounding her disappearance. It documents the nearly two-year investigation that uncovered a trail of damning evidence, including Lori's blood in her killer's car, phone pings to a remote location, and a disturbing motive linked to sexual assault. 

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Laken Snelling, a University of Kentucky student, was arrested in August 2025 after her newborn infant was found deceased and concealed in a closet. This episode breaks down the timeline of events, from the initial police dispatch to Snelling's arrest and subsequent not-guilty plea.

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For decades, Sheriff Buford Pusser was celebrated as a hero who survived a brutal ambush that killed his wife, Pauline. Now, a cold-case review of the 1967 crime has revealed stunning new forensic evidence. The hosts discuss how blood spatter analysis and medical examiner findings suggest that Pauline was shot outside the car, and that Pusser's own wound may have been self-inflicted. The new evidence forces a community to grapple with a shocking question: Did the legendary sheriff murder his own wife?

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In this episode of True Crimecast, hosts Jamie and John investigate the 1998 double murder of Victor and Alla Kolesnikow. The conviction of local businessman Greg Lance hinged on circumstantial evidence and a business dispute, but decades later, new witness testimonies have cast doubt on the verdict. The episode explores the police's "tunnel vision" and raises the haunting question: Did the state of Tennessee convict an innocent man while the real killers walked free?

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Lead True Crimecast writer Mackenzie joins this Patreon exclusive episode to debate Jamie on Scott Peterson's guilt. Could he really be innocent? And if he is, can Jamie be convinced of that?

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A man disappears during a kayaking trip in Green Lake, Wisconsin, triggering a massive two-month search. But when investigators make a shocking discovery, the story takes an unbelievable turn. Join Jamie and John as they unravel the strange case of the Wisconsin kayaker who staged his own death.

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During a highly anticipated high school football rivalry game in Mayfield, Kentucky, a shooting in the stadium parking lot left an 18-year-old wounded and a 14-year-old in police custody. Join us as we examine the shooting, the quick response of law enforcement, and a community's resilience in the face of tragedy.

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Six months after she vanished, Tawnya's remains were found in a secluded farmer’s field, turning a missing person case into a homicide investigation. Decades later, with no arrests made, her murder remains a haunting mystery. We'll discuss the challenges faced by law enforcement in the mid-90s, the theories that have circulated over the years, and how modern forensic science offers new hope for a breakthrough.

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In a quiet California town, a mother reports a terrifying attack and the abduction of her 7-month-old son, Emmanuel Haro. But as police launch a search, her story unravels. With no witnesses and no leads, investigators are left with a single, chilling possibility: that Emmanuel's disappearance is not what it seems.

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In this episode, Jamie and John uncover a shocking story of legal maneuvering after a tragic death at Disney Springs. When a doctor with severe allergies suffers a fatal reaction after a meal, her family sues the entertainment giant for wrongful death. But Disney's response is even more stunning: they attempt to dismiss the lawsuit by using arbitration clauses buried in a Disney+ subscription agreement and a theme park app.

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On February 21, 1965, civil rights leader Malcolm X was assassinated while giving a speech in New York City. While three men were convicted of the murder, the case has been shrouded in mystery for decades. In this episode, we explore the life of Malcolm X, from his early years as Malcolm Little to his rise as a prominent and controversial voice in the Nation of Islam. We then dive into the events leading up to his death, including the growing tensions within the Nation of Islam, the death threats, and the multiple law enforcement agencies keeping him under surveillance.

A mother reports her 10-year-old son, Jayden Spicer, missing. An extensive search is launched in rural Kentucky, with K-9s, drones, and hundreds of volunteers scouring the area. But less than a week later, the search becomes a homicide investigation when Jayden's body is discovered in a shallow grave—and his own mother is arrested.

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In the mid-1990s, a bizarre sports scandal unfolded: a 30-year-old man named Ron Weaver was impersonating a college football player. Using a younger acquaintance's identity, Weaver played at a junior college and then successfully transferred to the University of Texas. Just before the Sugar Bowl, a newspaper exposed the fraud, revealing that "Ron McKelvey" was actually a much older man who had exhausted his NCAA eligibility years ago. His deception unraveled, leaving a shocked team behind and raising questions about identity, obsession, and how far one person would go to chase a dream.

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For a time, Henry Lee Lucas was known as America’s most prolific serial killer, a man who confessed to hundreds of murders across the country. But was he a mass murderer, or a masterful manipulator who exploited a flawed system?

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Get ready for a unique twist on true crime as we dive into a case that's more "quirky" than criminal, but still involves an arrest, a court appearance, and consequences! On June 25, 2016, rap superstar Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson found himself in hot water, not for a typical celebrity scandal, but for dropping an F-bomb on stage at the St. Kitts Music Festival.

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In August 2012, country music icon Randy Travis, known for his wholesome image, found himself in a shockingly bizarre and public confrontation with the law. Found naked in the street after crashing his car, smelling of alcohol, and threatening to kill state troopers, Travis's arrest sent shockwaves through the nation and made a major mark on his public persona.

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In 1989, 18-year-old Kaitlyn Arquette, daughter of renowned author Lois Duncan (I Know What You Did Last Summer), was murdered in Albuquerque. Police called it a random act, but her mother, Lois Duncan, spent her life challenging that narrative, convinced Kaitlyn was silenced due to connections with an alleged criminal underworld.

Join us as we explore the confusing evidence, the official investigation's missteps, and Lois Duncan's relentless pursuit of truth. We'll examine her theories of a conspiracy, the suspicious figures involved, and the shocking 2021 confession that raises more questions than it answers.

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Get ready for a true crime tale so bizarre, it sounds like a comedy sketch! In this episode of True Crimecast, Jamie and John unravel the wild insurance fraud case of Nicholas Di Puma. Picture this: a man, a cooking fire, and two flaming pans leading to a burning house and a blazing convertible. It's a story authorities called "straight out of a Three Stooges movie," and you won't believe how quickly this ridiculous scheme went up in smoke.

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On October 8, 2024, in rural Lonoke County, Arkansas, a desperate 911 call launched a legal battle that has gripped the nation. Aaron Spencer, a father whose 13-year-old daughter had been allegedly sexually abused, discovered her missing and found her with Michael Fosler, the man accused of the abuse who was out on bond. What happened next left Fosler dead and Spencer facing murder charges. Was it justified?

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In August 1982, the small, quiet town of Sunset, Utah, was shattered by a horrific crime. Three-year-old Rachael Runyan was abducted from a playground just yards from her home in broad daylight, witnessed by her young brothers. Her tragic murder remains one of Utah's most enduring unsolved cases.

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In the wake of the devastating 9/11 attacks, a compelling figure emerged, captivating the hearts of a grieving nation: Tania Head, a self-proclaimed survivor of the South Tower collapse. Her harrowing tale of escape, loss, and resilience propelled her to the forefront of the 9/11 Survivors' Network, where she became a prominent voice and leader. But as years passed, cracks began to appear in her story, leading to a shocking revelation that would rock the survivor community and expose one of the most audacious deceptions in modern history.

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A classic childhood prank takes a terrifying turn in Naples, Florida, when 51-year-old John P. Albanos allegedly responds to a "ding-dong ditch" by chasing a group of children in his car. Jamie and John break down the Collier County Sheriff's Office report, detailing how an innocent bit of mischief escalated into an alleged vehicular assault.

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Sandra Birchmore's death was deemed a suicide, but her family never stopped fighting for answers. Now, new federal indictments have blown the case wide open, alleging murder and a calculated cover-up by a former police officer. Join us as we examine the critical new evidence that has transformed this investigation. What did the initial ruling miss, and what does this case reveal about the pursuit of truth when law enforcement itself is under scrutiny?

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What starts as a simple honk on the road spirals into a terrifying home invasion in this disturbing episode of True Crimecast. When 30-year-old Seth Schlueter was honked at in Clermont County, Ohio, witnesses say he snapped—allegedly chasing the driver home, forcing his way inside, and assaulting her husband… all while bringing his own young children along. Jamie and John break down how this shocking act of road rage escalated into a felony crime scene, the charges Schlueter now faces, and the psychological toll such incidents can take on families—especially children.

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On a quiet Sunday morning in Lexington, Kentucky, a routine traffic stop triggered a chain of events that would end in unimaginable violence. What followed was a deadly rampage that left three people dead—including the gunman—and three others critically injured. Among the victims were beloved members of a tight-knit church congregation, gunned down during a fellowship lunch.

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In 1985, a hunter made a gruesome discovery in Bear Brook State Park, unearthing a barrel containing the bodies of a woman and a young girl. Fifteen years later, another barrel was found nearby, holding the remains of two more young girls. All victims had died from blunt force trauma, and for years, their identities remained a mystery, captivating the small town of Allenstown, New Hampshire.

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In a case that sounds more like science fiction than true crime, 52-year-old Michael Smith of North Carolina allegedly used artificial intelligence and streaming bots to steal over $10 million in music royalties. By creating fake songs with AI, inventing phony artists, and flooding platforms like Spotify and Apple Music with automated plays, Smith pulled off what prosecutors call the first criminal case of its kind.

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In 2009, nine women in Turkey thought they had landed the opportunity of a lifetime—starring roles on a new season of Big Brother. But what was promised as reality TV quickly turned into a disturbing nightmare. Isolated in a villa, stripped of contact with the outside world, and manipulated into performing for hidden cameras, these women weren’t contestants—they were captives.

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In the summer of 1984, Alton Coleman and Debra Brown embarked on one of the most disturbing killing sprees in American history—spanning six states in just seven weeks. Their victims ranged in age, race, and gender, and their crimes were marked by brutality, manipulation, and randomness. What makes this case even more chilling is that Coleman and Brown were partners in both life and murder—becoming the only couple ever placed together on the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted list.

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On the night of Saturday, June 21, 2025, Deputy Dalton Swanger responded to a shots-fired call that quickly escalated into a violent confrontation. Listen as they detail how Swanger and other deputies entered a wooded area, confronted a defiant suspect identified as 44-year-old Christopher Michael Hensley, and how Deputy Swanger sustained a severe head injury, believed to be from a rock or brick, leaving him in critical condition. And this all played out on live television.

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Today's True Crime To-Go is a disturbing case out of Knoxville, Tennessee, that began with a welfare check on June 22, 2025. Hosts Jamie and John detail the horrifying discovery made by police: a man brutally assaulted, bound, and doused with bleach, while his 3-year-old stepdaughter and SUV were missing. The story escalates into a tense police chase, leading to the arrest of 19-year-old Charles Coffman and the recovery of the unharmed toddler. Listeners will hear Coffman's chilling confession of the assault, his girlfriend's corroborating account, and the mother's denial, all piecing together a perplexing crime of violence, kidnapping, and deception...

From 1962 to 1964, Boston was gripped by fear as the elusive Boston Strangler murdered 13 women in their homes, baffling police with no forced entry and varied victim profiles. This episode of True Crimecast delves into the chilling details of these crimes, the widespread panic they caused, and the controversial confession of Albert DeSalvo. The episode explores why this breakthrough still leaves open the debate about whether he was responsible for all 13 murders, examining theories of a single killer versus multiple offenders in one of America's most enduring true crime mysteries.

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This episode dives into the enduring mystery surrounding the 1975 disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa, one of America's most powerful and controversial labor leaders. From his humble beginnings to his rise as president of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Hoffa's story is one of ambition, strategic organizing, and deep entanglement with organized crime. The episode explores the circumstances leading up to his vanishing act, including his release from prison, his bitter feud with mob figures and union rivals, and his final, fateful meeting at the Machus Red Fox Restaurant. Despite decades of intense investigation, numerous theories, and countless searches, Hoffa's body...

From reality TV stars to federal inmates, the Chrisley family's legal saga took a stunning turn. Join Jamie and John on True Crimecast as they unpack the dramatic conviction of Todd and Julie Chrisley for bank fraud and tax evasion, their time behind bars, and the astonishing presidential pardon by Donald Trump that set them free years early. Was it justice served, or a celebrity reward?

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It sounds sweet, but this crime is anything but. Jamie and John expose a sophisticated fraud ring out of Columbus, Ohio, that just cost the SNAP program millions. Discover how three indicted suspects—Ionut Bizga, Doina Bacelan, and Juan Hernandez—allegedly used cloned EBT cards to purchase massive quantities of candy and energy drinks, then smuggled them out of state. This isn't your typical heist; it's a high-tech attack on a vital safety net. Plus, we'll discuss how Ohio lawmakers are fighting back with new legislation to protect vulnerable families.

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