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Episode 30: Special Announcement

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 17:50


In light of the social climate Sarah and Emily have decided to take a break to let voices of BIPOC be heard. We will continue to amplify voices of BIPOC on our instagram and give recommendations on how to support.

Episode 29: Whiskey Ginger

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 58:21


Join us for another zoom episode where the girls enjoy whiskey gingers and discuss the suicide of Alex Urtula and the mysterious disappearance of Asha Degree. Keep an ear out for a "fun" intermission!

Episode 28: Dulce de Tequila

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 81:49


Join the girls while they sip tropical drinks and talk about crime. Sarah shares the story of Dena Dean's disappearance and Emily covers the infamous Unabomber.

Episode 27: 2 Buck Chuck

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 40:17


Trader Joe's comes in for the win with a classic 2 Buck Chuck while Emily tells the tale of the Unicorn Killer and Sarah recounts the Hell's Canyon Massacre.

Episode 26: Stella Artios

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 53:48


The girls sip on a refreshing Stella Artios and discuss the Waco Siege of 1993 and the mysterious disappearance of the crew of the Sarah Joe.

Episode 25: The Caribbean Sea Monster

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 64:06


Join us for another quarantine edition of Lightweight True Crime. Sarah tells the tale of the heroism of Jannie Ligons and Emily gives a summary of the Zodiac Killer.

Episode 24: the Bourne Identity

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 43:23


We are still social distancing! Emily shares the story of The Slenderman and Sarah discuses the mysterious disappearance of Pamela Milam. Send us your story ides or detox questions at lwtruecrime@gmail.com

Episode 23: The Jazz Standard

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 44:46


As they continue to social distance Sarah tells the story of Heidi Broussard and Emily goes way back to the story of Colonel Griffith J Griffith.

Episode 22: Vodka Tonics

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 52:37


The girls are still practicing social distancing and recording remotely. Sarah dives deep into the Bear Brook Barrel Murders and Emily covers the story of a missing girl and how two brave sexual assault survivors helped to solve her murder.

Episode 21: The Antidote

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 31:12


IT HAPPENED! Sarah and Emily picked THE SAME STORY this week! Join them as they both tell the crazy story of the murder of Marlene Warren and the crazy clown killer of Florida. THE SAME STORY GUYS! HOW CRAZY!

Episode 20: DNA Doe Project-aritas

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 54:24


Wash your hands! Stay indoors! Be safe! The girls drink the classic margarita while discussing cases that both include the DNA Doe project. Check out the DNA Doe project at dnadoeproject.org

Episode 19: White Lady Cocktail

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 55:15


Trigger warning* this episode contains stories of abuse and neglect, please use discretion when listening. The girls both take on difficult cases that wrestle with victims of abuse. If you or someone you know is a victim of any type of abuse please call 1-800-799-7233 or chat with a an advocate at https://www.thehotline.org/

Episode 18: Mike's Harder Lemonade

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 46:47


Sarah picks the girls up some Mike's Harder Lemonades from a gas station because they are classy almost-30 year old adults. Emily talks about the crazy close story of The Grim Sleeper and Sarah shares the story of Janice and Lynn's trip to Virginia Beach.

Episode 17: Not Your Father's Rootbeer

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 44:32


It's finally up! A few days late but still great. The girls drink Not Your Father's Rootbeer and Ryan tries a peanut butter flavored whiskey. Sarah tells the story of Kimberly King and Emily shares the story of Pearl Bryan.

Episode 16: The Sunscreen (but in a good way)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 48:00


Emily creates a cocktail that tastes like sunscreen.. but in a good way. Drink along by making your own with Patron Lime Liqueur mixed with coconut and pineapple flavored Sparkling Ice. Sarah opens the episode with the mysterious bodies found in Long Island and their connection to Joseph Brewer. Emily tells the tale of the Nun of Monza, a love sick nun who tries to fall out of love with her murderous neighbor.

Episode 15: Talbott Chardonnay

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 63:00


The girls give mixed reviews of the glass of chardonnay they are sharing on this episode. Emily recounts the Lucasville prison riot of 1993 and Sarah covers the Fundamentalist Latter-day Saints and Warren Jeff- but more importantly the Short Creek Dream Center and Brielle Decker.

Episode 14: Patron Lime & Tonic

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 61:35


The girls drink a cocktail with Patron Lime Liqueur and tonic. Sarah starts the episode with the story of when Maria Ridulph goes missing and the family's journey to find justice. Emily closes the episode with the story of the Abu Sayyaf and the Burnhams, a missionary couple in the Philippines.

Episode 13: Chevalier de Bayard Royal Red Blend

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 55:16


The girls drink Sarah's favorite wine and talk murder! Emily and Sarah both share stories of women who may or may not be innocent of murder. Listen to find out if Amanda Knox really killed her roommate and if Lizzie Borden really slayed her family with an axe.

Episode 12: Gin + Tonic

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 63:20


Emily has her first G +T, which is Sarah's go to. Sarah discusses the Julie Doe case which helped pave the way for helping to identify trans victims. Emily shares the infamous story of the missing Sodder children.

Episode 11: 19 Crimes Wine

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 53:53


Join Emily and Sarah as they sip some 19 Crimes wine. Emily talks about the troubling story of Michael Perry and Jason Burkett and how their case has impacted her view of the death penalty. Sarah shares the story of the kidnapping of Kamiyah Mobley.

Episode 10: Whiskey Shots

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 50:52


In celebration of surviving 10 episodes Sarah and Emily drink Whiskey shots. Emily shares the story of Mandy Stalvic and Sarah shares the survival story of Barbara Jane Mackle.

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Episode 9: The Regal Goldrush

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 63:22


With a very story and delicious drink in hand, Sarah covers the insane case of Katherine Knight and Emily attempts to solve the Circleville Letter writer(s) mystery.

Episode 8: Hot Toddy

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 69:08


While fighting the southern California cold with a warm Hot Toddy, Sarah discusses the case of the murder of Martha Moxley and Emily theorizes about the Dyatlov Pass.

Episode 7: Watermelon Daiquiri

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 49:40


While enjoying a refreshing cocktail the girls share very important cases of missing and murdered indigenous women. Emily shares the incredibly frustrating story of Amber Tuccaro, while Sarah shares the story of Anna May Aquash to bring us some long-needed satisfaction.

Episode 6: Diet Coke

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 51:33


In attempt to sober up Emily and Sarah sip Diet Cokes while sharing stories that hit close to home. Sarah shares the story of a murder in Creek Park in La Mirada and Emily shares the bizarre story of the Yuba County 5.

Episode 5: Spiced Rum Old Fashioned

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 51:46


Emily recounts the crazy story that unfolds in the Netflix documentary "Abducted in Plain Sight." Sarah shares the mysterious story of the Dupont de Ligonnès family.

Episode 4: Smirnoff Ice

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 38:52


After the girls reminisce about Smirnoff Ice, Sarah tells the story of the death of Megan Weathers and Emily shares the wrongful conviction of Clarence Elkins.

Episode 3: Smirnoff Ice Tropical Smoothie

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 43:29


Ryan makes a delicious smoothie for Emily and Sarah while they share some strange and infamous stories. Emily delves into the bizarre story of Dr. Hicks and Sarah shares the story of Elizabeth Smart.

Episode 2: Maple Old Fashion

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 24:56


Emily and Sarah share hometown stories. Emily shares the mysterious death of the Savage siblings and Sarah shares the mysterious disappearance of Douglas Grinstead.

Episode 1: Paloma Cocktail

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 42:28


In their first episode, Emily and Sarah share the stories that have stuck with them. Emily dives into the disappearance of Bobby Dunbar and Sarah covers the stories of Ashley Pond and Miranda Gaddis.

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