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Violence and Verdict

45 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratings

From criminal act to conviction or acquittal, this podcast covers the details of some of the most interesting crimes; not only the gruesome details of what happened, but also what interesting legal details came up in court after the fact.

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Episodes

Predicted School Shooting and Not So Golden Killer (feat. Kelsey)

October 17, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 45.2 MB

In this episode, Tayla and guest and sister, Kelsey, discuss the Parkland School shooting in Florida and the notorious Golden State Killer who was caught in his 70's, forty years after committing hundreds of heinous crimes and murders. 

Familicide and Anti-Free (feat. Brittany)

September 23, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MB

In this episode, Tayla talks about a mass shooting in 2020 where a 16-year old son named CJ Haynie murdered almost his entire family. Guest-host, Brittany, tells the riveting story of the Black Widow, Stacy Castor, and the unforgivable poisonings of various family members by her. 

Kitty's Bystanders and Strydom's Lack of Supremacy (feat. Janelle)

September 05, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MB

In this episode, we discuss the murder of Kitty Genovese which lead to the psychological term "the Bystander Effect" being coined and explored. We also talk about the horrific mass shooting of Black civilians by a white supremacist in Apartheid South Africa. 

20 - Elizabeth OutSmarts Emmanuel (Season 1 Finale pt. 2)

April 22, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MB

In this last episode of our first season, Tayla recounts the incredible story of survivor Elizabeth Smart as she uses her fortitude, resilience, and wits to escape the capture of religious fanatics Brian Mitchell and Wanda Barzee after 9 months of imprisonment. Tayla uses as much of Elizabeth's own words from her testimony in court to walk us through the entire famous story, giving her as much of a voice as possible. 

Elizabeth OutSmarts Emmanuel (Season 1 Finale pt. 2)

April 22, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MB

In this last episode of our first season, Tayla recounts the incredible story of survivor Elizabeth Smart as she uses her fortitude, resilience, and wits to escape the capture of religious fanatics Brian Mitchell and Wanda Barzee after 9 months of imprisonment. Tayla uses as much of Elizabeth's own words from her testimony in court to walk us through the entire famous story, giving her as much of a voice as possible. 

19- Torturing 12-Year Old Shanda Sharer (Season 1 Finale Pt. 1)

April 01, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MB

Season 1 Finale Part 1 In our 19th episode, Mckenna takes a deep dive into the horrific abduction, torture, and murder of 12-year old Shanda Sharer. What motivated 4 teenage girls to do this? Jealousy. Listen to hear the full story! 

Torturing 12-Year Old Shanda Sharer (Season 1 Finale Pt. 1)

April 01, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MB

Season 1 Finale Part 1 In our 19th episode, Mckenna takes a deep dive into the horrific abduction, torture, and murder of 12-year old Shanda Sharer. What motivated 4 teenage girls to do this? Jealousy. Listen to hear the full story! 

Head in a Pot, and Statutory Rape of a Murderer

March 15, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 49.8 MB

In this episode, we talk about the turbulent, violent personality and actions of Katherine Knight, the first woman to be sentenced to life without possibility of parole in Australia. She was also responsible for several police officers quitting their jobs the day her crime was discovered. We also talk about the attempted murder of Mary Jo Buttafuoco by 17 year old Amy Fisher, and the irresponsibility of the adults that surrounded this case, including the media frenzy.

18- Head in a Pot, and Statutory Rape of a Murderer

March 15, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 49.8 MB

In this episode, we talk about the turbulent, violent personality and actions of Katherine Knight, the first woman to be sentenced to life without possibility of parole in Australia. She was also responsible for several police officers quitting their jobs the day her crime was discovered. We also talk about the attempted murder of Mary Jo Buttafuoco by 17 year old Amy Fisher, and the irresponsibility of the adults that surrounded this case, including the media frenzy.

Murder by Meth, and the Toy Box Killer

February 25, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 46.3 MB

We've got a doozy for you this week. We talk about the serial murders of vulnerable, Black men by political mega-donor, Ed Buck. We also dive into one of the most gruesome cases of kidnapping, rape, torture and murder by David Parker Ray, the Toy Box Killer. 

17- Murder by Meth, and the Toy Box Killer

February 25, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 46.3 MB

We've got a doozy for you this week. We talk about the serial murders of vulnerable, Black men by political mega-donor, Ed Buck. We also dive into one of the most gruesome cases of kidnapping, rape, torture and murder by David Parker Ray, the Toy Box Killer. 

Hungry Like the Wolf, and Poisoned Babies

February 18, 2022 13:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MB

In this episode, we talk about two different mothers. The first, Diane Downs, drove her car of injured and dying children who had just been shot to the hospital and suspicious behavior ensued. The other, Patty Stallings, had two newborn sons taken from her as the hospital suspected poisoning. A shocking end is revealed!

16- Hungry Like the Wolf, and Poisoned Babies

February 18, 2022 13:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MB

In this episode, we talk about two different mothers. The first, Diane Downs, drove her car of injured and dying children who had just been shot to the hospital and suspicious behavior ensued. The other, Patty Stallings, had two newborn sons taken from her as the hospital suspected poisoning. A shocking end is revealed!

Easter Sunday Massacre, and Where's the Blood??

January 28, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MB

In this episode, we learn about the deadliest mass shooting to ever occur in a private home in American history, the murder of Leonard Ruppert the second and his entire family by his brother, James. We also puzzle over the stabbing of Robert Wone and the pieces of the story that simply don't fit together. The more we learned about this case, the more questions we had. 

15- Easter Sunday Massacre, and Where's the Blood??

January 28, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MB

In this episode, we learn about the deadliest mass shooting to ever occur in a private home in American history, the murder of Leonard Ruppert the second and his entire family by his brother, James. We also puzzle over the stabbing of Robert Wone and the pieces of the story that simply don't fit together. The more we learned about this case, the more questions we had. 

Non-Mafia Italian Murderer, and Lizzie Borden's Dress

January 21, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MB

In this episode, we talk about the surprisingly international murder of Anthony "Dale" Pike on US soil, and we delve into the infamous Lizzie Borden axe-murder case and the shocking acquittal that has everyone second-guessing. 

14- Non-Mafia Italian Murderer, and Lizzie Borden's Dress

January 21, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MB

In this episode, we talk about the surprisingly international murder of Anthony "Dale" Pike on US soil, and we delve into the infamous Lizzie Borden axe-murder case and the shocking acquittal that has everyone second-guessing. 

Dismembered Badass, and Scream-Inspired Stabbing

December 31, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MB

In this episode we review the incredible survival story of Mary Vincent who was brutally raped, attacked, and dismembered by Lawrence Singleton. We also talk about Torey Adamcik and Brian Draper, and the murder of their friend Cassie Jo Stoddart in an attempt to copycat the murder depicted in the movie "Scream." 

13- Dismembered Badass, and Scream-Inspired Stabbing

December 31, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MB

In this episode we review the incredible survival story of Mary Vincent who was brutally raped, attacked, and dismembered by Lawrence Singleton. We also talk about Torey Adamcik and Brian Draper, and the murder of their friend Cassie Jo Stoddart in an attempt to copycat the murder depicted in the movie "Scream." 

12 - A Sexual and Violent Voyage, and Black Out Stabbing

December 16, 2021 13:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MB

In this episode, we talk about the tragic, maritime death of Martha Brailsford at the hands of Tom Maimoni, and the Wiccan who helped to catch him. We also talk about the devastating murder of Suzanne Fry, and the nuanced and complicated case of the psychotic murderer who stabbed her. 

A Sexual and Violent Voyage, and Black Out Stabbing

December 16, 2021 13:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MB

In this episode, we talk about the tragic, maritime death of Martha Brailsford at the hands of Tom Maimoni, and the Wiccan who helped to catch him. We also talk about the devastating murder of Suzanne Fry, and the nuanced and complicated case of the psychotic murderer who stabbed her. 

Murder by Mom and Bloody Christmas

December 07, 2021 13:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MB

This episode delves into the tragic murders of Kelsey and Kendall Adams by their mother Chelsea Thornton, and a discussion on mental health. We also talk about the murder of the Lawson family in 1929 by their father Charles on Christmas day. 

11- Murder by Mom and Bloody Christmas

December 07, 2021 13:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MB

This episode delves into the tragic murders of Kelsey and Kendall Adams by their mother Chelsea Thornton, and a discussion on mental health. We also talk about the murder of the Lawson family in 1929 by their father Charles on Christmas day. 

Unconscious Consent and Skinhunters

December 03, 2021 13:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MB

In this episode we recount the story of Brock Turner, the Stanford swimmer who raped an unconscious woman. We also talk about the chilling case of the Polish Black Market Murder Ring referred to as the Skinhunters. 

10- Unconscious Consent and Skinhunters

December 03, 2021 13:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MB

In this episode we recount the story of Brock Turner, the Stanford swimmer who raped an unconscious woman. We also talk about the chilling case of the Polish Black Market Murder Ring referred to as the Skinhunters. 

Stanford Rapist's Unconscious Consent and Skinhunters

December 03, 2021 13:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MB

In this episode we recount the story of Brock Turner, the Stanford swimmer who raped an unconscious woman. We also talk about the chilling case of the Polish Black Market Murder Ring referred to as the Skinhunters. 

10- Stanford Rapist's Unconscious Consent and Skinhunters

December 03, 2021 13:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MB

In this episode we recount the story of Brock Turner, the Stanford swimmer who raped an unconscious woman. We also talk about the chilling case of the Polish Black Market Murder Ring referred to as the Skinhunters. 

Butch Botched It, and Lululemon Leggings over Life

November 19, 2021 13:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MB

In this episode we explore the inspiration for Amityville Horror in Butch DeFeo who murdered his entire family. We also talk about the Lululemon employee murder of Jayna Murray and shocking motivation behind it. 

9- Butch Botched It, and Lululemon Leggings over Life

November 19, 2021 13:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MB

In this episode we explore the inspiration for Amityville Horror in Butch DeFeo who murdered his entire family. We also talk about the Lululemon employee murder of Jayna Murray and shocking motivation behind it. 

A Fist Down the Throat and the LDS Bomber

November 15, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MB

In this episode, we talk about serial rapist Kevin Coe and his twisted relationship with his mother. We also talk about the incredibly complicated and fascinating case of ex-LDS fraudster and bomber, Mark Hofmann. 

8- A Fist Down the Throat and the LDS Bomber

November 15, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MB

In this episode, we talk about serial rapist Kevin Coe and his twisted relationship with his mother. We also talk about the incredibly complicated and fascinating case of ex-LDS fraudster and bomber, Mark Hofmann. 

Sister Sting Op and Bummer for Bennie

October 22, 2021 13:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

In this episode, we talk about the serial rapist and murderer, Khalil Wheeler-Weaver and the epic, civilian women that ultimately brought him to justice. We also discuss the conviction of Bennie Starks, and the unreliable "experts" that put him in prison. 

7- Sister Sting Op and Bummer for Bennie

October 22, 2021 13:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

In this episode, we talk about the serial rapist and murderer, Khalil Wheeler-Weaver and the epic, civilian women that ultimately brought him to justice. We also discuss the conviction of Bennie Starks, and the unreliable "experts" that put him in prison. 

Alligators or Adultery and 400 Date Rapes

October 15, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 46 MB

In this episode, we talk about the disappearance of Jerry Michael Williams, and the shocking link to his murder. We also discuss the serial rapist from Japan, Joji Obara. 

6- Alligators or Adultery and 400 Date Rapes

October 15, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 46 MB

In this episode, we talk about the disappearance of Jerry Michael Williams, and the shocking link to his murder. We also discuss the serial rapist from Japan, Joji Obara. 

Lundy Three-Hundy and Dead Man's Quilt

October 01, 2021 13:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MB

In this episode, we explore the puzzling case of Mark Lundy and the murder of his wife and child. We also learn about the oldest couple to ever be sentenced to death in the United States, Faye and Ray Copeland.  Let us know what you think!

5- Lundy Three-Hundy and Dead Man's Quilt

October 01, 2021 13:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MB

In this episode, we explore the puzzling case of Mark Lundy and the murder of his wife and child. We also learn about the oldest couple to ever be sentenced to death in the United States, Faye and Ray Copeland.  Let us know what you think!

4- Typhoid Peach Ice-Cream and a Sadistic South African "Prophet"

September 23, 2021 03:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MB

In this episode, we explore the complicated case of Typhoid Mary in the US in the early 1900's. We also explore the chilling case of the  sadistic South African serial rapist and murderer, Jack Mogale in 2011. 

Typhoid Peach Ice-Cream and a Sadistic South African "Prophet"

September 23, 2021 03:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MB

In this episode, we explore the complicated case of Typhoid Mary in the US in the early 1900's. We also explore the chilling case of the  sadistic South African serial rapist and murderer, Jack Mogale in 2011. 

Arsenic Addict and Slender Man Stabbing

September 12, 2021 19:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MB

In this episode we explore the curious case of Tillie Klimek and the deaths of her multiple husbands. We also look into the chilling case of the Slender Man Stabbing, where two twelve-year-old girls attacked their best friend. 

3- Arsenic Addict and Slender Man Stabbing

September 12, 2021 19:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MB

In this episode we explore the curious case of Tillie Klimek and the deaths of her multiple husbands. We also look into the chilling case of the Slender Man Stabbing, where two twelve-year-old girls attacked their best friend. 

2- Lieutenant-Colonel and Hypnosis Confessions

August 28, 2021 20:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MB

This episode explores the case of Neville Heather, the Lady-Killer in Post-WWII United Kingdom. It also delves into the complicated murder of Jeanine Nicarico, and the fascinating court case that followed. 

Lieutenant-Colonel and Hypnosis Confessions

August 28, 2021 20:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MB

This episode explores the case of Neville Heather, the Lady-Killer in Post-WWII United Kingdom. It also delves into the complicated murder of Jeanine Nicarico, and the fascinating court case that followed. 

1- Carbon Monoxide and Snuffles

August 22, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MB

This episode looks at the the case of Michelle Carter as she pushed her boyfriend to die by suicide. It also explores the Canadian "Ken and Barbie Killers," Karla Homolka and Paul Bernardo. SUICIDE PREVENTION HOTLINE: 800-273-8255 Help is available. There is always a reason to live. 

Carbon Monoxide and Snuffles

August 22, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MB

This episode looks at the the case of Michelle Carter as she pushed her boyfriend to die by suicide. It also explores the Canadian "Ken and Barbie Killers," Karla Homolka and Paul Bernardo. SUICIDE PREVENTION HOTLINE: 800-273-8255 Help is available. There is always a reason to live.