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True Crimecast is a podcast that adds a unique perspective to the true crime genre. John and Jamie dig into new cases and revisit old ones to try to get to the truth. Each episode takes on a different case and the hosts share both details and theories about what really happened.

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    The True Crimecast podcast is a highly entertaining and informative show that delves into different true crime cases. Hosted by John and Jamie, their dynamic and genuine rapport makes for an enjoyable listening experience. I first discovered this podcast through Talk is Jericho and have been hooked ever since.

    One of the best aspects of The True Crimecast is the thorough research that goes into each episode. John and Jamie provide detailed accounts of the crimes, presenting the facts in a way that engages the listener. They have a great talent for storytelling, making it easy to follow along and stay engaged throughout the episodes. Additionally, they handle sensitive topics with respect, always keeping the victims and their families in mind.

    Another standout aspect of this podcast is the hosts' down-to-earth nature. John and Jamie come across as relatable and approachable individuals who genuinely care about the cases they cover. Their southern accents add a charming touch to the podcast, making it even more enjoyable to listen to.

    While there are many positive aspects to The True Crimecast, one potential downside is that some Patreon subscribers claim they never received their shoutouts or had their emails answered. This can be disappointing for listeners who have supported the show financially and were hoping for some recognition or interaction with the hosts. It would be beneficial if this issue could be addressed to ensure all supporters feel appreciated.

    In conclusion, The True Crimecast is an excellent podcast for fans of true crime. John and Jamie's dedication to detailed research, respectful storytelling, and engaging delivery make it a must-listen for anyone interested in these types of stories. Despite minor hiccups with Patreon shoutouts and email responses, this podcast remains highly recommended for its quality content and likable hosts.



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    Murder on the High Seas - Carman Family Deaths

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 40:39


    In 2016, Nathan Carman was found drifting in a life raft eight days after his boat, the Chicken Pox, sank during a fishing trip. He was a survivor—but to the FBI, he was a cold-blooded killer.This episode of True Crimecast explores the disturbing history of the Chakalos-Carman family. From the unsolved 2013 murder of Nathan's multimillionaire grandfather to the "suspicious" modifications Nathan made to his own vessel, we examine the government's theory that Nathan orchestrated multiple deaths for a massive inheritance. We also cover the shocking 2023 conclusion that left both families without a final verdict. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Buried Bodies and Books about Mothers - Interview with Jarrett Ferentino

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 36:35


    In this fascinating bonus episode of True CrimeCast, we are joined by homicide prosecutor and author Jarrett Ferentino to dissect one of the most polarizing ethical dilemmas in legal history: The "Buried Bodies" Case.When serial killer Robert Garrow confessed to his attorneys, Frank Armani and Francis Belge, that he had murdered two missing women and hidden their remains, the lawyers did the unthinkable. They used Garrow's hand-drawn maps to find the bodies, photographed the remains, and then… they stayed silent. For six months, while the victims' families pleaded for answers and searched the woods, the lawyers kept the secret to protect attorney-client privilege.We sit down with Jarrett to discuss his new book, Mothers, Murders, and Motivation, and dive into the "prosecutor's perspective" on a case that is still required reading in every law school in America.Pre-Order: Mothers, Murders, and Motivation: A Journey Through the Mind and Heart of a ProsecutorAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0FVMGB3TS?tag=simonsayscomBarnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/mothers-murders-and-motivation-jarrett-ferentino/1148497486;jsessionid=BDDF2BE4CAAEBEBDB49BDD6625C961A7.prodny_store01-atgap01?ean=9798895654620Follow Jarrett on IG: @jarrettferentino --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Little Houdini - Christopher Daniel Gay

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 9:04


    Most fugitives run to escape the law, but Christopher Daniel Gay ran to find his way home. Known by the nickname "Little Houdini," Gay didn't commit violent sprees or masterminded conspiracies; instead, he became a national folk hero and a law enforcement nightmare through a series of daring escapes and one of the most bizarre vehicle thefts in history. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Crime Scene - Nancy Guthrie

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 5:13


    A quiet Sunday morning in Tucson, Arizona, turned into a national nightmare when Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Today show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, failed to show up for church. By Monday morning, what began as a frantic search for a missing grandmother escalated into a full-scale criminal investigation, with the Pima County Sheriff's Department declaring her home a "crime scene." --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Shadow of a Ghost - Richard Floyd McCoy Jr.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 36:17


    In the early 1970s, as the "Golden Age of Skyjacking" gripped the American skies, one man didn't just want to pull off a heist—he wanted to outdo a legend. Just months after the mysterious D.B. Cooper vanished into the Pacific Northwest wilderness, Richard Floyd McCoy Jr., a Vietnam veteran, helicopter pilot, and Sunday school teacher, decided to put his own elite training to the test. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Wrong Ride Home - Austin Burke (Interview with Jamie Sell and Donna Water)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 42:19


    In 2017, a social media firestorm in Trumbull County, Ohio, turned 18-year-old Austin Burke into the prime suspect in the disappearance and murder of 22-year-old Brandon Sample. What followed was a whirlwind investigation that culminated in a five-day trial where Austin was convicted of both murder and an unrelated pizza shop robbery—despite significant questions surrounding the physical evidence.In this episode, we sit down with Austin's mother, Jamie Sell, and author Donna Waters (Wrong Ride Home) to dissect a case they argue is a textbook example of a wrongful conviction. We explore the glaring inconsistencies in the prosecution's narrative, including a robbery suspect description that didn't match Austin, a lack of DNA linking him to the crimes, and a timeline that Jamie says she can personally debunk.Wrong Ride Home by Donna Waters is a complex investigation.  It takes the reader through the investigation, trial, and where Austin's fight is today. Buy it here: https://www.amazon.com/Wrong-Ride-Home-Donna-Waters/dp/B0DZT62SW6For more information on Austin's case, visit https://trumbullcountyiscorrupt.com/.      --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Rabbit Hole - Louise Cicelsky (Patreon Exclusive Preview)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2026 8:38


    Happy February! In this Patreon exclusive episode, we dive into the murder of Louise Cicelsky. She was found brutally stabbed to death in her home in 1995. Louise was a 69-year-old go getter. She was a strong, independent woman who could handle her own affairs and her property rental business. When police found her murdered, they found themselves chasing leads down a rabbit hole rather than chasing evidence.To hear the rest of the episode, join us on Patreon at patreon.com/truecrimecast. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    No Body, No Crime - Justin Lee Fisher

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 9:07


    In a bizarre collision of NFL stardom, pop-culture drama, and legal procedure, a quiet Sunday at Travis Kelce's Kansas home turned into a police matter. This episode of True Crimecast examines the arrest of Justin Lee Fisher, a process server who jumped a fence to hand-deliver a subpoena to Taylor Swift. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Digital Stench - Rhiannon Evans

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 8:48


    In a legal first that made headlines across the globe, a small town in North Wales became the backdrop for a case that redefined the boundaries of digital harassment. What began as a domestic dispute took a surreal turn when 25-year-old Rhiannon Evans decided to weaponize her phone camera in the most juvenile—yet legally consequential—way possible. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Queen of Cuba - Ana Montes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 46:37


    Ana Montes seemed like the ultimate American patriot. By day, she was the "Queen of Cuba," the Defense Intelligence Agency's (DIA) top analyst at the Pentagon. By night, she was the most dangerous mole in U.S. history, using a Toshiba laptop and a shortwave radio to dismantle American operations from within. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Inside Investigative Genetic Genealogy - Interview with Cairenn Binder

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 40:11


    Cairenn Binder is the Assistant Director of the IGG (Investigative Genetic Genealogy) Center and the Director of the IGG Certificate Program. Cairenn has been at the forefront of IGG since its inception, applying genetic genealogy to identify human remains with the nonprofit organization DNA Doe Project from 2018 through 2023. In 2022, she co-founded Coast to Coast Genetic Genealogy Services to fulfill the need for additional IGG practitioners to generate leads in violent crimes. She began working at Ramapo in October of 2022, helping to launch the IGG center in December 2022. Her casework has been featured on BBC news, ABC, NBC, Fox, Oxygen, and CourtTV, in addition to podcasts and digital media.Cairenn joins True Crimecast today to talk about the work of investigative genetic genealogy, give insight to how it helps solve crimes, and share information about how YOU can contribute directly to the great work being done in investigative genetic genealogy.Support IGG work being done at Ramapo: https://www.ramapo.edu/igg/how-you-can-help/Follow Cairenn on IG: @cairennoid --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    730 Unmentionables - Tetsuo Urata

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 7:47


    In the scenic hot spring city of Beppu, Japan, a 21-year-old college student noticed a few missing items from her laundromat dryer. What seemed like a minor inconvenience led police to a discovery that left seasoned detectives speechless: 730 pieces of women's undergarments meticulously stashed in a single apartment. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Door-To-Door Burglar - Dion Hale

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 7:02


    In the early morning hours of late December 2025, a quiet residential street on Liberty Road in Lexington, Kentucky, became the scene of a terrifying home invasion. Neighbors watched in horror as a man went door-to-door, eventually forcing his way into a home and launching a violent knife attack on a resident.This episode of True CrimeCast breaks down the chaotic arrest of Dion Hale, a 35-year-old who now faces a mountain of felony charges—including first-degree burglary, strangulation, and assaulting a police officer. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Mortician - Byron Paul Griffy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 46:15


    Byron Paul Griffy was a pillar to his community in Fowler, Colorado. He owned Griffy Family Funeral Home and brought comfort to countless families during their time of grief. He also served on the Fowler School Board for over 13 years. On October 12th, 2012, one day before his 77th birthday, Bryon was found murdered in his home. When police began the investigation, they uncovered more questions than answers. Bryon's case, and his life, was complicated and made solving his murder difficult. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Bones - Jonathan Christian Gerlach

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 8:32


    In January 2026, Pennsylvania police conducting surveillance at a historic cemetery spotted a man emerging from the shadows with a crowbar and a burlap bag. What was inside that bag launched an investigation into what authorities called "a horror movie come to life."This episode of True Crime To-Go digs into the macabre case of Jonathan Christian Gerlach. We explore the discovery of over 100 human remains—including skulls, mummified limbs, and even an active pacemaker—hidden in a basement and a storage unit. It's a story of graveyard desecration on an industrial scale and a man who treated a 200-year-old cemetery like his personal warehouse. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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    Heartless - Ronald Jerome Woolfolk Jr.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 8:35


    In Lexington, Kentucky, a funeral home is supposed to be a place of sanctuary and respect. But for Ronald Jerome Woolfolk Jr., it was a data mine for a heartless federal fraud scheme.In this episode, we expose how a 27-year-old employee exploited the identities of deceased infants and homicide victims to swindle a local charity. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Natural Causes - Clay Tiffany

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 36:45


    In the quiet village of Briarcliff Manor, Clay Tiffany was a divisive to say the least. With his shock of red hair and his low-budget public-access show, Dirge for the Charlatans, he spent years filming himself heckling police officers and local politicians. Most neighbors viewed him as a polarizing, perhaps unhinged, eccentric—especially when he claimed a local cop was a dangerous "rogue."But as it turns out, Clay Tiffany wasn't just shouting into the wind. He was describing a monster.This episode explores the intersection of two lives: a star-athlete-turned-activist and Nicholas Tartaglione, a police officer with a history of misconduct. From a million-dollar settlement over a brutal assault to Tartaglione's time as Jeffrey Epstein's cellmate, we look at the man who saw the truth long before the rest of the world caught up. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Monkey Business - Chester the Capuchin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 7:56


    When you hear about a "break-in" at a music store, you expect to hear about stolen guitars or smashed windows. You don't expect to find the sinks running, the snacks eaten, and a cinnamon-colored Capuchin monkey named Chester staring back at you.In this episode of True Crime To-Go, we head to Morristown, Tennessee, to investigate the bizarre Sunday morning when a local pawn and music shop became a primate's playground. But as investigators dug deeper, they realized this wasn't just a random escape—it was a case of animal theft that crossed state lines. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Ruh-Roh, Robbery – Sean Coulson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 6:21


    This episode explores a case that proves truth is often stranger than fiction: the botched robbery of Northeast Pizza in Barre, Massachusetts.When a masked man jumped over the counter with a handgun in early 2018, the staff didn't just see a criminal—they eventually saw a former colleague. We dive into the story of Sean Coulson, a 30-year-old former manager who traded his apron for a ski mask, only to be tackled by the very people he once supervised. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Yogurt Shop Murders - Eliza Thomas, Jennifer Harbison, Sarah Harbison, and Amy Ayers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 38:39


    On December 6, 1991, Austin, Texas, changed forever when four young girls—Eliza Hope Thomas (17), Jennifer Ann Harbison (17), Sarah Louise Harbison (15), and Amy Leigh Ayers (13)—were brutally murdered inside an "I Can't Believe It's Yogurt!" shop. This episode explores the 34-year journey from a horrific crime scene to the 2025 DNA breakthrough that finally identified the true killer. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Two Shots - Susan Erica Avalon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2026 7:26


    This episode investigates the chilling events of December 17, 2025, when 48-year-old Susan Erica Avalon allegedly carried out a calculated double homicide, targeting two of her former husbands in separate Florida counties within a single day. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Coercive Control - Mica Miller (Patreon Exclusive Preview)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2026 8:49


    This episode explores the tragic death and complex legal aftermath of Mica Miller, a story that has ignited a national conversation on coercive control, pastoral power, and the gaps in our legal system. In this Patreon exclusive, John and Jamie interview LUNASHARK's Beth Braden to talk about the new indictments for John Paul Miller and how they relate to the bigger story. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Kidnapped - Wynter Wagoner

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 5:47


    In mid-October 2025, 13-year-old Wynter Wagoner vanished from her home in Rockcastle County, Kentucky, sparking a desperate, two-month search that crossed state lines and involved the FBI and U.S. Marshals. Just after Christmas, a tip led investigators 500 miles away to a residence in Silver Spring, Maryland, where Wynter was found alive and safe. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Greenbrier Ghost - Elva Zona Heaster Shue

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 37:39


    When a young woman is found in her home after suffering a mysterious death, where should authorities turn for answers? Witnesses? Evidence? A ghost? That's right, in today's episode, you will get to hear about how a ghost presented testimony during a murder trial. We hope you had a fantastic Christmas! We are looking forward to 2026! Thanks for making this year awesome! -- For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Solved - Kentucky Fried Chicken Murders

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2025 7:20


    For over four decades, the 1983 KFC Murders stood as one of the most haunting and brutal cold cases in East Texas history. Five people were abducted from a Kilgore restaurant and executed in a remote field, leaving a community shattered and investigators with a puzzle that was only partially solved—until now.In this episode, we dive into the 2025 breakthrough that finally identified the third and final participant in the crime. We explore how the Texas Rangers and modern forensic analysts used advanced DNA testing and genetic genealogy to bridge a 42-year gap and provide a long-overdue sense of closure for the victims' families. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Meth Cannon - Jose Francisco Herrera Munoz and Angel Gonzales Gutierrez

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 6:54


    In this episode, we dive into one of the most creative—and ill-fated—contraband plots in recent history. In February 2025, two Colorado teenagers were caught outside USP Pollock in Louisiana with an industrial-grade compressed-air cannon and nearly $200,000 worth of methamphetamine and tobacco. Their plan, dubbed "Operation Up & Over," was to launch the massive haul over the prison's high-security perimeter. We discuss the "arms race" of modern prison smuggling—from drones to cannons—and how a vigilant deputy stopped a major drug infiltration before a single shot was fired. It's a story of high-tech ingenuity meeting a colossal legal miscalculation. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Solvable - Oklahoma State Fair Murders

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 40:52


    The Oklahoma State Fair is a beloved tradition, but for some families, it's the place where everything went wrong. In this episode, we examine two chilling cases that began at the fairgrounds. In 1981, 13-year-old friends Charlotte Kinsey and Cinda Pallett disappeared after being lured away by a man offering a carnival job. Six years later, sisters Cheryl Genzer and Lisa Pennington vanished after a night at the fair. Their murders would lead to conflicting stories, failed prosecutions, and decades of unanswered questions. Together, these cases reveal how trust is exploited, how investigations can unravel, and why families are still fighting for truth and accountability. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Villages of Cascade - Rakim Bradford

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 9:07


    The episode covers the incident in Atlanta on December 11, 2025, where a 34-year-old homeowner allegedly shot and wounded two teenagers he believed were stealing a package from his front porch. The victims, a 15-year-old and a second teen, were shot in the foot and arm, respectively. The homeowner later surrendered to police but now faces two counts of aggravated assault and one count of possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony. Was this justified home defense, or a felonious violent attack? --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Ride Share - Clifford Partin

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 8:16


    In Richmond, Kentucky, an Uber driver was recently arrested and charged with first-degree rape and first-degree sodomy after a passenger accused him of sexual assault. The victim claims to have gotten into the vehicle and fallen asleep before waking up in the suspect's parked vehicle in a secluded lot, not at her residence. Investigators used Uber GPS data and surveillance footage—which showed the vehicle stationary for roughly 25 minutes—to corroborate her account. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Lake Placid Bodies - Robert Garrow.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 41:48


    The episode explores the famous 1973 case of serial killer Robert Garrow and the unprecedented ethical firestorm that consumed his defense lawyers. After Garrow confessed to the murder and location of two missing teenage girls, his attorneys secretly found and photographed the bodies but, bound by attorney-client privilege, refused to tell police or the victims' families for six months. Discover how this decision made them social pariahs, forced them to defend their actions in court, and ultimately set the legal standard for a lawyer's duty to a client versus their obligation to humanity. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Welcome Back - Manuel Nunez-Palomino

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 5:46


    Within minutes of his release from the San Bernardino County Central Detention Center on May 9, 2025, Manuel Nunez-Palomino was quickly re-arrested and taken back into custody. This second arrest was not about an outstanding warrant or a previous charge. Nunez-Palomino, who had been booked the previous day on a misdemeanor traffic warrant, was caught on a surveillance camera committing a new crime right there in the parking lot.  --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Virginia ABC - The Masked Intruder

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 7:24


    In November 2025, someone broke into a Virginia ABC liquor store in Ashland, Virginia, by falling through a ceiling tile. The intruder proceeded to ransack shelves, smash bottles, and consume spirits (reportedly whiskey and scotch). Who/what was this intruder? And exactly what does a drunken raccoon do to cool off? --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Something's Wrong - Diane Schuler

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 37:54


    The episode investigates the devastating 2009 Taconic State Parkway crash where Diane Schuler drove erratically, killing eight people, including herself and four children in her minivan. Despite a damning toxology report, many witnesses claim that Diane was just fine throughout the morning. Schuler's husband and family denied substance use, claiming a medical emergency was to blame. What was really long with Diane and what caused the crash? --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Dead or Alive - Knoxville Fire Department's Engine 15

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 8:31


    On July 25, 2025, three Knoxville Fire Department responders mistakenly pronounced a woman dead at a home. Minutes later, the death investigator arrived, noticed signs of life, and intervened by administering Narcan and providing first aid, successfully reviving the individual. How did this happen? And how could it be prevented in the future? --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Mrs. Doubtfire Scam - Graziella Dall'Oglio

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 7:24


    The episode details the bizarre "Mrs. Doubtfire scam" in Borgo Virgilio, Italy, where a 56-year-old former nurse allegedly impersonated his deceased mother, Graziella Dall'Oglio, for approximately three years to collect her survivor's pension payments (totaling around €53,000, or US $60,000). --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Into Thin Air - Jason Landry

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 42:14


    The disappearance of 21-year-old Jason Landry in December 2020 remains an unsolved mystery. While driving home to Houston from Texas State University, Jason vanished after his car was found wrecked in Luling, Texas. The scene was highly unusual: his vehicle was crashed, but his clothes were found neatly stripped and dropped along the road nearby, along with his backpack and phone.The Office of the Attorney General continues to encourage anyone with credible information to contact the Missing Persons unit at texasattorneygeneral.gov/coldcasetips. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Three Suitcases - Bill McGuire (Patreon Exclusive Preview)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 8:05


    Imagine taking a peaceful walk along the Chesapeake Bay. You can hear the waves crashing nearby, birds whistling above you as you catch a glimpse of something that catches your eye ahead of you. As you get closer, you see an abandoned suitcase on the shore. You unzip it slowly, hoping to find something valuable or perhaps even bundles of cash, but to your surprise and horror, what you find isn't something. No, what you find is someone. And that someone was Bill McGuire. Who put Bill in this suitcase? --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    A Ghost Tale - Anthony Stallard

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 8:42


    In 2014, 24-year-old Anthony Stallard was fined by a UK court for pretending to be a ghost in Kingston Cemetery, shouting "woooooo" and acting erratically. He pleaded guilty to using abusive behavior likely to cause distress, which is apparently a law in the UK. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    A Hoax? - Natalie Greene

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 8:10


    Former GOP staffer Natalie Greene was charged after allegedly staging a politically motivated hoax on July 23, 2025, in New Jersey. Greene was found zip-tied with political slurs written on her body and cuts she claimed came from an ambush. Investigators found the wounds were possibly self-inflicted scarification performed by a paid artist, leading to charges of conspiracy and making false statements to federal law enforcement. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Game Plan - Rae Carruth

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 34:00


    NFL player Rae Carruth was accused of conspiring to murder his pregnant girlfriend, Cherica Adams, to avoid child support payments. The critical evidence used in the trial included Cherica's 911 call and handwritten notes, which was met with objections due to Carruth not being able to question his accuser. Would this be a landmark case for the rights of the accused? And, as always, would justice be served? --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Crypt Tales - Pennsylvania Grave Robbers

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 6:42


    Plains Township, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, is reeling from an unsettling case of grave desecration after remains belonging to two individuals were stolen from crypts in a mausoleum at Good Shepherd Memorial Park between November 1 and November 6, 2025. Authorities are treating the incident as a burglary and desecration. But the mystery remains...who did it? --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    "Clay" The Serial Killer - Howard Stern Show Call

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 10:02


    In 1997, a man named "Clay" called the Howard Stern Show and calmly confessed to murdering 12 women. He claimed his victims were sex workers. Despite the chilling detail and the hosts' belief the confession was genuine, "Clay" was never publicly identified or arrested, leaving the shocking call—which recently went viral—as an unsolved mystery of a potential serial killer who admitted his crimes on live radio. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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