True Crimecast

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. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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?  --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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?New a new show to listen to?Go to https://podcast.today for a FREE daily email with curated picks for learning, news, and entertainment. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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? --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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, with an ongoing investigation into the full motives and circumstances. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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 has never been found, leaving behind a persistent cold case that continues to fascinate and baffle. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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? --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

UPDATE: Rachel's killer has been found and is awaiting sentencing. Find the original story and the updates in today's podcast.Rachel Morin was a wonderful mother, a loving sister and daughter, the life of the party, and she was great at making people laugh. On August 5th of 2023, Rachel went missing while out for a job on a popular trail in Bel Air, Maryland. The next day, her body was found near the trail.Rachel's death has been linked via DNA to a home invasion on the other side of the country, and authorities feel that her killer could be escalating in his violent activities.In this episode, Jamie and John have an emotional interview with Rachel's brother, Nathan. He shares stories from his sister's life and gives updates on where the case stands.You will also hear a criminal profile given to help identify Rachel's killer.You can donate to support Rachel's five children here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/rachel-morin-funeral-and-memorial-fund --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

Jonathan "Cowboy Cody" Mason's story is wild! This mule riding, raccoon tossing, law breaker's story sounds like it is from the wild west. Cowboy Cody is sure to become a fan favorite of True Crime to Go!  --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

In the early hours of June 14, 2025, Minnesota was shaken by a series of coordinated, politically motivated shootings targeting elected officials. In this urgent and chilling episode, Jamie and John break down the timeline of events—starting with the attempted assassination of State Senator John Hoffman and the brutal double murder of former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband.The suspect? A man disguised as a police officer, armed, masked, and carrying a disturbing hit list with dozens of names, including prominent Democratic lawmakers and abortion rights advocates. With ties to fringe ideologies and a fabricated security background, Vance Luther Boelter's story is one of delusion, radicalization, and deadly intent. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

In 2002, the nation was captivated by the disappearance and murder of Laci Peterson—a young, pregnant, white woman from California. But just months earlier, Evelyn Hernandez, a 24-year-old pregnant immigrant from El Salvador, also went missing under eerily similar circumstances. Her partial remains were later discovered in the same bay, and her 5-year-old son Alex has never been found.Why did one case dominate headlines while the other faded into obscurity? --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

This episode explores the 1987 murder of Michelle Schofield and the wrongful conviction of her husband, Leo. Despite no physical evidence linking him to the crime, Leo was sentenced to life. Years later, fingerprints from the crime scene matched a convicted murderer who confessed to Michelle's killing. Despite the confession, courts repeatedly rejected it. The episode details the tireless efforts of Leo's wife and the Innocence Project of Florida to free him, culminating in his parole after 36 years, and his shocking conversation with the man who admitted to killing Michelle.  --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

On this episode of True Crimecast, Jamie and John dive into the terrifying 2019 kidnapping spree that plagued the Chicago suburbs, orchestrated by ringleader Sedgwick Williams. The hosts break down how Williams and his co-conspirators, posing as law enforcement, carried out a series of violent abductions, home invasions, and extortions.  --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

When Chris Matechan met Alyssa Dayvault at a costume shop in 2015, he never could have imagined the darkness that lay ahead. Their romance began like many others — slowly, unexpectedly — but behind Alyssa's icy exterior was a chilling secret. Over the next few years, Chris would unknowingly share a home with a woman hiding devastating truths: not one, but two pregnancies concealed, and two newborns discarded like garbage. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

In Douglas, Georgia, the case of a 2006 murder victim, Doris Worrell had gone cold. However, police discovered that her murder allowed a romantic relationship to heat up between Doris' husband Jon ant their live-in nanny. After nearly 2 decades, police may have what they need to solve this mystery once and for all.  --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

In this episode of True Crimecast, Jamie and John examine a high-stakes theft that feels like something straight out of a Hollywood script. When Jaythan Gilder walked into a Tiffany & Co. in Orlando posing as a sports agent, staff had no idea they were about to be victims of a bold heist. After grabbing over a million dollars in diamonds, Gilder fled—only to be captured days later in a traffic stop with a stomach full of stolen jewels. From the luxury showroom to a shocking method of concealment, this case is as bizarre as it is brazen. Tune in as we unpack the theft, the chase, and the recovery of some very expensive evidence. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

Join us as we discuss the complex and tragic death of Jason Corbett. Hailing from Limerick, Ireland, Jason was a devoted father whose life took a devastating turn after the sudden passing of his first wife. Seeking help with his two young children, he hired American au pair Molly Martens, a decision that would ultimately lead to a whirlwind romance, a move to North Carolina, and a horrifying end to his life. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

The Boston Marathon in 2013 will always be remembered for those who were there, or those who witnessed the events live on social media. For the first time in American history, The Boston Marathon bombing unfolded live on social media accounts from those at the scene of the crime. This led to federal investigators being able to work much faster in discovering who was behind this violent act of domestic terrorism. To hear the entire episode, please join us at Patreon.com where you can subscribe for as little as $3 per month.  --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

Today's story is about a chilling 17-day ordeal that unfolded behind the doors of a luxurious Manhattan townhouse. When a 28-year-old Italian man traveled to New York under the promise of reclaiming stolen Bitcoin, he instead found himself the victim of a harrowing kidnapping.Bound, beaten, drugged, and tortured for his cryptocurrency password, the victim faced death threats and unimaginable abuse—all in pursuit of digital wealth. It's a true crime story that exposes the high-stakes danger lurking in the shadowy corners of the crypto world. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

In one of the wildest stories we've ever covered, True Crimecast takes you to Springfield Township, Ohio, where a routine traffic stop turned into a headline-grabbing mystery involving meth, drug paraphernalia… and a raccoon named Chewy.Hosts Jamie and John unpack the bizarre arrest of 55-year-old Victoria Vidal, who was found with narcotics, multiple meth pipes, and a live raccoon holding one of them. Yes, really. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

When prison artist and convicted murderer Randolph Dial escaped a minimum-security facility in Oklahoma, no one expected him to vanish without a trace—let alone take the deputy warden's wife with him. For over a decade, Dial and Bobbi Parker lived in hiding on a rural Texas chicken farm, raising haunting questions: Was Bobbi a victim of a long con and psychological abuse, or was she a willing accomplice in one of the most bizarre prison escapes in American history? --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

Today's bonus episode features Christian Apologist, author and detective James Warner Wallace. In the mid 90's, Detective Wallace took an investigative approach when reading the Gospels of Jesus in an effort to prove to himself if they were reliable evidence of Jesus' life, ministry and resurrection. The result changed his life in major ways. It was a privilege to speak with James Warner Wallace on today's bonus episode.       --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

Juan Gonzalez and Dereck Lopez have been arrested for their alleged involvement in a recent string of armed robberies. Allegedly, these men would scan casinos to look for people cashing out large amounts of money. Once the victims had cashed out and were on the road, the men would block their cars, point weapons at them and demand cash. How much did they steal? How were they caught? Find out on Today's episode of True Crime to Go.   --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

He was charming, dangerous, and deadly. Glen Edward Rogers, dubbed “The Casanova Killer,” claimed to have murdered as many as 70 people while drifting across the country. In this episode, Jamie and John unravel the twisted path of a man who turned seduction into a weapon, leaving a trail of victims in his wake. From barroom charm to brutal violence, and a shocking final statement before his 2025 execution, this is one of the most unsettling cases we've covered. Was Rogers a serial liar—or one of the most prolific killers in U.S. history? --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

The Manson murders shook America to its core in 1969. While much has been said about Charles Manson and the infamous Tate-LaBianca killings, today we turn our focus to one of his youngest and most tragic followers: Leslie Van Houten. From a picture-perfect suburban life to LSD-fueled cult devotion and brutal murder, Van Houten's story is one of manipulation, violence, and decades-long controversy. In this episode, Jamie and John take a deep dive into her journey through the Manson Family, her role in the LaBianca murders, the bizarre disappearance of her lawyer during trial, and the complicated road that led to her 2023 parole after more than 50 years behind bars. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

Almost a decade after justice was served for the murder of Holly Bobo, questions have surfaced about the evidence used to put Zach Adams, Dylan Adams, and Jason Autry behind bars.True Crimecast is thrilled to be joined today by ABC National News correspondent and host of the "What Happened to Holly Bobo?" podcast, Eva Pilgrim. Her new investigation includes recanted confessions and previously unheard interviews from the original investigation and today. Listen in as she breaks down several updates in the case and lets us in on what is to come in new episodes of her podcast.  --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!