True Crime Out Loud
72 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsIf you are fascinated with all things true crime but want to hear the facts of the case without trying to be persuaded, this is the podcast for you. Each week B and Jen will present a case to you with the known facts and you get to decide what you think happened. They present each case with the dignity and respect owed to the victims and their families. With insight to law enforcement, real life experience, in-depth research, and a passion for the truth, you will hear true crime OUT LOUD.
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Episodes
The Crimmins, Episode 69
April 07, 2022 09:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBIn Queens, New York 1965, Alice Crimmins awoke to find her two young children missing from the home. Their bodies were soon found. Who killed these innocent kids?
Ellen Greenberg, Murder or Suicide, Episode 68
March 31, 2022 09:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBIn 2011, Ellen Greenberg was found stabbed to death in her Philadelphia apartment. Was it murder or suicide? There were signs pointing to both and even the police and medical examiner did not initially agree. What do you think?
Karyn Hearn Slover, Murder, Episode 67
March 24, 2022 09:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBOn September 27, 1996 a missing persons case was opened on the whereabouts of Karyn Hearn Slover, mother of a three year old son. She would soon be found but this investigation was just beginning. Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Suzanne Capper, Torture and Murder, Episode 66
March 17, 2022 09:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBIn Moston, Manchester, England, sixteen year old Suzanne Capper was tortured and murdered by her friends during December 1992. This is a brutal crime of a trusting young girl. Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Carl Drega, rampage killer, Episode 65
March 10, 2022 10:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBOn August 20, 1997, in Colebrook, NH, Carl Drega began a rampage of killing those who came in his path. He viciously murdered Trooper Scott Phillips, Trooper Leslie Lord, Judge and Attorney Vickie Bunnell, and newspaper editor Dennis Joos. He managed to wound several others in his three hour spree. Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Lindbergh Kidnapping, Episode 64
March 03, 2022 10:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MBIt has been 90 years since Charles Lindbergh, Jr was kidnapped from his crib. Do you know the whole story? We cover the case of the kidnapping through the trial along with other events that occurred with the Lindbergh family.
Bill and Megan Goff, Battered Women's Syndrome defense, Episode 63
February 24, 2022 10:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBOn March 18, 2006 in Hamilton Township, Lawrence County, Ohio, Megan Goff shot and killed her estranged husband, Bill Goff. She shot him 15 time with his own gun. Megan had a protection order against Bill at the time of the shooting. Her defense was self defense and Battered Women's Syndrome. This is the case of Megan and Bill Goff. sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
The Longo Family, Episode 62
February 17, 2022 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBIn 2001, the entire Longo family was found dead.....well, almost all of the Longo family. Christian Longo, the head of the household, was no where to be found. The is the case of the Longo family who was murdered in Oregon. Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Charles Manson, Part 3, Episode 61
February 10, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBThis is part 3, the final episode on our series covering Charles Manson and the Manson family. Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Charles Manson, Part 2, Episode 60
February 03, 2022 10:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MBThis is part 2 of our 3 part series covering Charles Manson and The Manson Family. Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Charles Manson, Part 1, Episode
January 27, 2022 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBWelcome back to Season 2 of True Crime Out Loud! Part 1 of Charles Manson will cover the decade of the 1960's, Manson from birth to the formation of "the family" and key members of the Manson family. This will be a three-part series exploring the beginning to the end of Manson. Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Charles Manson, Part 1, Episode 59
January 27, 2022 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBWelcome back to Season 2 of True Crime Out Loud! Part 1 of Charles Manson will cover the decade of the 1960's, Manson from birth to the formation of "the family" and key members of the Manson family. This will be a three-part series exploring the beginning to the end of Manson. Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Bloopers and Outtakes, Episode 58
December 30, 2021 10:00 - 9 minutes - 6.64 MBAs we wrap up Season 1 and the end of 2021, we wanted to share our bloopers and outtakes from this year. We hope you all enjoy this episode and behind the scenes look of our podcast. We will be back in a few weeks for Season 2.
The Lawson Family, Christmas Murders, Episode 57
December 23, 2021 10:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB1929 was the start of the Great Depression and that Christmas was tragic for the Lawson Family of Germanton, North Carolina. What should have been a day of celebration and family became a nightmare in this community. This is the story of the Lawson family.
Marcus Wesson, Family Vampire Cult, Episode 56
December 16, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBFresno, California experienced the worst mass murder in the city history on March 12, 2004. One man, Marcus Wesson, was arrested. Police soon discover that this murder involved an incestuous family, vampire teachings, cult activity, and murder. Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Stefan Andersson, High Heel Murder, Episode 55
December 09, 2021 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBOn June 10, 2013 in Houston, Texas, police work a domestic homicide. The weapon, a five and a half in stiletto high heel shoe. Was it murder or self defense? You decide. This is the case of Stefan Andersson and Ana Trujillo. Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Mark Hofmann, Bombing Murders, Episode 54
December 02, 2021 10:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBIn Salt Lake City, Utah in 1985, there were three different bombs that killed two people and seriously injured one. This was a complete mystery but once it started to come to light who committed these murders, there was so much more to the case. This series of crimes devastated the Mormon Community and the LDS Church. Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Helle Crafts, Wood chipper murder, Episode 53
November 25, 2021 10:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBIn 1986, 39 year old flight attendant, Helle Crafts, went missing in Newtown, Connecticut. Helle was married to Richard Crafts and they had three young children. Connecticut tried the case as the murder of Helle Crafts without her body! Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Colonel Russell Williams, Episode 52
November 18, 2021 10:00 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MBIN 2007 and 2010 there were several unsolved burglaries, sexual assaults, and murders in Ontario, Canada. They all showed similar characteristics. No one would have ever suspected who was committing these crimes. Sources can be found on our website: www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Ben McDaniel, Missing, Episode 51
November 11, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBIn 2010, cave diver Ben McDaniel went for an end of the day dive at Vortex Springs in Florida. Ben had done this before with no issue. What happened this day? Where is Ben? Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Chicago Ripper Crew, Serial Killers, Episode 50
November 04, 2021 09:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBIn the early 1980's there seemed to be a serial killer or killers at work in the Chicago area. Little did the police know that these gruesome crimes were committed by four local men. The details of their crimes and rituals was unbelievable. This is the case of the Ripper Crew. Sources can be found on our website [email protected]
Heaven's Gate, Cult Suicide, Episode 49
October 28, 2021 09:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MBIn March 1997, thirty-nine members of Heaven's Gate committed suicide in order to board the ship following the Hale-Bopp comet. They believed they were not killing themselves but graduating to a new plane of existence. We examine the development of Heaven's Gate and the leaders, Marshall Applewhite and Bonnie Lu Nettles. Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Timothy O'Bryan, Halloween Murder, Episode 48
October 21, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBHalloween 1974 was every parent's worst nightmare. A child killed by poisoned trick or treat candy. The fear of tainted candy had been around for a while but it actually happened in Texas. This is the case of the murder of 8 year old Timothy O'Bryan.
The Clutter Family Murders, Episode 47
October 14, 2021 09:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBIn 1959 there were four family members murdered in their farm home in Holcombe, Kansas. The offenders were captured and prosecuted. This crime would set the stage for Truman Capote defining the true crime genre. This is the story of the Clutter family.
Lynda McClelland, Episode 46
October 07, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBLynda McClelland was 44 years old when she disappeared from her home in Forest Hills, Pennsylvania. It was years before she was found and once she was found, there were even more questions. Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Diane Downs, Episode 45
September 30, 2021 09:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBIn 1983, Diane Downs and her three children were shot by a bushy haired stranger on the side of a rural road in Springfield, Oregon. The investigation revealed that the accounts of the crime and the evidence, did not align. This is the story of Christie, Cheryl, and Danny Downs.
Nannie Doss, Serial Killer, Giggling Granny, Episode 44
September 23, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBBorn in Blue Mountain, Alabama in 1905, only 1 of 5 husbands survived their marriage to Nannie Doss. Several relatives died around Nannie and she was suspected of having many other victims. She became known as the Giggling Granny and the Lonely Hearts Killer, among several other names. This is the story of her crimes and victims. Sources can be found on our website at www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Sneha Philip, 911 victim, Episode 43
September 16, 2021 09:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBThe 911 terrorist attacks on the United States left the country in chaos. One victim of the attacks, Sneha Philip, was removed from the list of victims but then added back. Why is her case so unique? She was last physically seen on September 10 but lived in close proximity to the World Trade Center in NYC. We discuss the specifics of Sneha's case.
Chris, Nancy, Daniel Benoit, Episode 42
September 09, 2021 09:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBIn 2007 the professional wrestling community was shattered with the death of beloved wrestler, Chris Benoit, his wife, Nancy Benoit, who had her own wrestling career, and their young son, Daniel Benoit. All three were found dead in their Fayetteville, Georgia home and no one immediately knew what caused the death of this family. The answers to what happened, was even more devastating and catastrophic that anyone could have imagined. We cover the case of the Benoit family and associated theor...
Nancy Moyer, Disappearance, Episode 41
September 02, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBFriday, March 6, 2009 was the last day anyone saw Nancy Moyer in her town of Tenino, Washington. She had no known enemies, a great relationship with her estranged husband, and two young daughters. There have been several suspects but not enough evidence to prosecute anyone in Nancy's death. She still remains missing. This is her story.
The McStay Family, Episode 40
August 26, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBOn February 4, 2010 in Fallbrook, California, Joseph McStay, his wife, Summer, and their two young children, Gianni and Joseph Jr, seemed to disappear without a trace. Over the next month, several clues lead investigators to believe they know where the McStay family went but not what happened to them. Years later, this case is resolved but in a very unexpected way. This is the story of the McStay Family. ***correction, we say that Corona, California is south of Fallbrook, California. Corona...
Aileen Wuornos, Serial Killer, Episode 39
August 19, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBAileen Wuornos is described as the first female serial killer in the United States. That's not exactly accurate. She WAS the first female serial killer to be named a serial killer once that term began being used by the FBI. She also killed in way that was not seen in other female serial killers: strangers and with a gun. This episode covers birth to death of Aileen Wuornos.
Jan Broberg, Abducted, Episode 38
August 12, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBThis case tells the story of Jan Broberg who was abducted and abused by a family friend in the 1970's. A quaint Idaho town with a loving family. Jan went on to become an actress and face her abuser, Bob Berchtold. This story is almost unbelieve but is true. Watch the Netflix documentary Abducted in Plain Sight to hear from the people involved in this case. sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Bob and Jane Bashara, Episode 37
August 05, 2021 09:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBIn January 2012, Bob Bashara reports his wife Jane Bashara missing. Before the investigation begins, Jane is found murdered in her car in Detroit, Michigan. This investigation twisted and turned until it was almost unbelievable. This is the case of Jane Bashara's murder. Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Bob and Jane Bashara, Episode
August 05, 2021 09:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBIn January 2012, Bob Bashara reports his wife Jane Bashara missing. Before the investigation begins, Jane is found murdered in her car in Detroit, Michigan. This investigation twisted and turned until it was almost unbelievable. This is the case of Jane Bashara's murder. Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
The Boy in the Box, Episode 36
July 29, 2021 09:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBMonday, February 25, 1957 was a cool, misty day in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. A man discovers a naked, deceased young child inside a box in the woods who became known as The Boy in the Box. He eventually became America's Unknown Child representing abused children who have no name. Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Trenny Gibson, Disappearance, Episode 35
July 22, 2021 09:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBA high school field trip in 1976 did not end how anyone expected. Trenny Gibson seemed to be enjoying the Great Smoky Mountains so how did she just vanish? Did she runaway or was it something more sinister? Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
The Papin Sisters, Episode 34
July 15, 2021 09:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBTwo sisters in France led a tragic life but it ended in even more tragedy. Neglect, abandonment, then murder. This is the case of Christine and Lea Papin and the Lancelin Family. Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Gypsy Blanchard, Dee Dee Blanchard, Episode 33
July 08, 2021 09:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MBA murder in Springfield, Missouri was more than it seemed. It revealed much more than murder and much more information than friends and family were able to process. Dee Dee Blanchard, a loving mother to Gypsy Rose, was murdered in her own home and her sweet, disabled daughter was missing. Was any of this true? Sources can be found on our website www.truecrimeoutloud.com
Terrance Hough, Jr, BONUS episode 32
July 05, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBA Fourth of July celebration turned into tragedy in Cleveland, Ohio in 2007. A local firefighter was arrested for murder. After initial publishing we realized we were saying Sky Line Drive and it is actually Sky Lane Drive. Sources can be found on our website [email protected]
John List, Family Murder, Episode 31
July 01, 2021 09:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBIn 1971 John List murdered his wife, three children, and mother. He then went on the run for 18 years. With the help of forensic artist, Frank Bender, and Fox Network's America's Most Wanted, John List was captured and had to stand trial for the murder of his family. His reasoning for killing his entire family was unbelievable to most people. This episode covers the murders of the List family, the capture of John List, and the outcome of the case.
Rebecca Zahau, Max Shacknai, Episode 30
June 24, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBIn 2011 there were two deaths within a week at the Spreckel's Mansion in Coronado, California. One death an accident and the other a suicide, but there are many lingering questions about the results of these deaths.
Herb Baumeister, serial killer, Episode 29
June 17, 2021 09:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBIn the early 1990's, gay men in Indianapolis, Indiana, were going missing. There were no signs of where they went or what may have happened to them. Herb Baumeister was living a secret life that his family had no idea was possible. It was a connection to one of the men and Herb Baumeister that eventually gave insight into what happened to the missing men. We will never know the full story but we present what we do know.
Doug Benton, Episode 28
June 10, 2021 09:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBIn Northeast Georgia, Doug Benton went missing. No one had a clue where he could be. A mysterious note left behind with his truck gave no promising leads. That is, until he was found. Did his girlfriend, Tracy Fortson, know more than she was telling?
Ariel Castro, Abduction, Episode 27
June 03, 2021 09:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBIn Cleveland, Ohio, Michelle Knight, Amanda Berry, and Gina DeJesus went missing in 2002, 2003, and 2004. On May 6, 2013 the nation learned the fate of the three and what they had suffered over 11, 10, and 9 years in captivity. Most people can hear in their heads the voice of Amanda Berry saying to 911, "I'm Amanda Berry." The offender, Ariel Castro, was immediately arrested. We present the case from prior to abduction, years in captivity, and the aftermath.
Akia Eggleston, Missing, Episode 26
May 31, 2021 09:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBIn May 2017, in Baltimore, Maryland, Akia Eggleston was 8 months pregnant with her second child and planning to reveal the gender of her baby to her family and friends on May 7. Akia did not show up for her own gender reveal shower. Where is Akia? Do you know something?
Amy Bradley, Missing, Episode 25
May 27, 2021 09:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBOn a family cruise in March 1998, three family members returned and one was not seen again...or was she? Amy Bradley had so much going for her and a life full of adventure ahead of her. Was this an accident, a suicide, an abduction, or what exactly happened?
Jeffrey Dahmer, Serial Killer, Episode 24
May 20, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 45.8 MBIn July 1991 the city of Milwaukee, Wisconsin was in disbelief with the discovery of a serial killer living among them. The details of his crimes later became public and seemed like the plot of a horror movie. How could this be going on an no one know? How could this ordinary seeming man be capable of such horrific crimes. We will discuss Dahmer from childhood through his time in jail. This episode contains graphic details of murder, necrophilia, and cannibalism. Listener discretion is advi...
The Eastburn Family, Episode 23
May 13, 2021 09:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBIn 1985 there were three members of the Eastburn family who were murdered in their home in Fayetteville, North Carolina. There was a conviction but it was overturned. Then a new trial with a not guilty verdict. Then forensics catches up to the killer. Did the police get it right the first time and if so, this man was already found not guilty. Did this family get justice? Listen and find out.
Jeffrey Freeman, Murder
May 09, 2021 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBIn 2005 Jeffrey Freeman was murdered in his home by a man named "Christian" who was the boyfriend of his wife. Martha Freeman, Jeffrey's wife, waited 16 to 18 hours after his death to report the crime. Why is this case so unusual? Listen and find out.