Crime Diner
233 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsWe are a true-crime podcast that shares food and wine recommendations while telling a collection of incredible true stories. It‘s kind of like Dateline, meets 60 minutes, meets Oprah, meets Rachael Ray, only without the investigative journalism or professionalism. Join us each week as we cook, drink, and listen to each other tell real life stories of true crime, mystery, suspense, triumph, and much more! Formerly Wine, Dine, and Storytime.
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The Crime Diner Closes Its Doors
August 09, 2023 09:00 - 2 hours - 144 MBThis marks the conclusion. The final point of this journey. Within this episode, we express the thoughts of our listeners and their kind sentiments. We delve into the reasons behind our decision to step away from podcasting and recount our most cherished memories. We will miss you! Keep listening after Cindy’s memorable laugh for a special gift from Dana to Nydia to thank her for making editing such a breeze for these last 4 years! (only if you have a strong stomach)
Discussion: Tinder Swindler
July 31, 2023 10:55 - 1 hour - 92.4 MBTinder Swindler on Netflix has given us so much to say.
Discussing Tickled
July 27, 2023 08:05 - 1 hour - 125 MBNydia, Dana and Cindy of Crime Diner and Wine Dine and Storytime discuss the documentary Tickled.
Movie Recap: What We Do In The Shadow
July 26, 2023 10:44 - 1 hour - 76 MBThis was a Patreon request! We watched the movie and we talked sh*t!! We all really enjoyed the movie and we have a lot to say about it. Go watch it, there are tons of spoilers!!
Discuss: Social Dilemma
July 25, 2023 09:42 - 1 hour - 105 MBThis was our very first Monthly Critique. The ladies sat down and watched the Social Dilemma documentary on Netflix. They had a lot to say!
Murdaugh on Oxygen
July 24, 2023 20:07 - 1 hour - 98.4 MBPrior to the trial and verdict we discussed theories and the deaths surrounding the prominent Murdaugh Family
We Do talk About Bruno
July 21, 2023 15:16 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBWe discuss the Disney movie Encanto. We discuss themes, songs, theories and how we could relate to the characters.
Discussion: Pray Away
July 20, 2023 11:45 - 1 hour - 125 MBWe discuss the Netflix Documentary Pray Away
Discussion: Why Did You Kill Me?
July 18, 2023 12:33 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBWe watched the Netflix Documentary Why Did You Kill Me. We really liked a lot of aspects about this show and have some stuff to say
Discussion: The Platform
July 17, 2023 14:29 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBWe watched the Netflix movie The Platform and we had a very deep and intellectual conversation all about it!
Crime Diner Closing Its Doors
July 15, 2023 04:00 - 59 seconds - 1.08 MBEnjoy all out unreleased Monthly Critiques
Their Acts Were In Tents
July 12, 2023 09:00 - 2 hours - 138 MBFor our 200th episode, we cover PT Barnum's sideshow people, or "freaks," who were unique individuals with physical or medical conditions who played a vital role in his entertainment empire. Their extraordinary appearances and captivating stories drew large crowds, while Barnum aimed to promote acceptance and celebrate human differences, though criticism arose regarding his portrayal, which some viewed as perpetuating stereotypes and exploitation. For dinner, we had fair foods, walking tac...
Darkcast Network Presents Cruel Summer pt2
July 11, 2023 16:01 - 1 hour - 51.5 MBJoin some of the Darkcast Network Shows for tales of cruel summers! Darkcast Network Podcasts https://www.darkcastnetwork.com/
Darkcast Network Presents Cruel Summer pt1
July 10, 2023 22:45 - 56 minutes - 61.5 MBJoin some of the Darkcast Network Shows for tales of cruel summers! Darkcast Network Podcasts https://www.darkcastnetwork.com/
Amazon Prime Suspect
July 05, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 85.9 MBFor over a decade, Todd Kohlhepp managed to evade capture for his criminal activities. He became known as the "Amazon Review Killer" due to his chilling online presence. Kohlhepp left unsettling reviews on Amazon for various products, some of which he likely used in his crimes. The reviews added another disturbing layer to his already violent and sinister profile. This week we share his story and a delicious meal consisting of hamburger steaks with Bourbon mushroom gravy, southern-style gr...
Oh No Paris; It’s Burning
June 28, 2023 09:00 - 58 minutes - 53.4 MBThis week we took a break from the Crime Diner so we present to you a Patreon-only release where we watch the Paris is Burning documentary and critique it. Do you like laughing? Do you like documentaries? Do you love drag? Well, this is the episode for you. Happy Pride month!
Just Wing It
June 21, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 72.1 MBRikers Island is a tough prison no one will question that, but what happened there on the evening of February 1, 1957, changed many lives some had left there to rot. This week we share the story of the heroics of an unlikely crew and the lives that changed because of them. For dinner, we had Cindy’s own chicken parmesan on a bed of pasta, and for dessert, we had caramel apple cheesecake cupcakes. For drinks, we had 19 Crimes The Uprising red wine. Time stamp: 18:37 Check out our linktre...
Senseless in Idaho
June 14, 2023 10:45 - 1 hour - 129 MBA senseless crime, four innocent lives, one wannabe serial killer, a town upended, and a country asking why? This week we cover the Moscow Idaho tragedy with a guest who experienced firsthand what it was like to be on campus in the days following the massacre. For dinner, our theme was Idaho so think butter steaks and baked potatoes. For dessert, ice cream baked potatoes; almost too cute to eat. For drinks, we had whiskey sours; our favorites and apparently Idaho’s too. Time stamp: 20:00...
Taken To New Heists
June 07, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 101 MBThis week we cover the story of "Cowboy Bob," who remains an intriguing figure in the annals of bank robbery history, remembered for their daring heists and the unexpected reveal of their true identity. Our meal theme was Texas so we delighted in some BBQ ribs with a delicious Texas two step coleslaw and Texas style new potato salad. For dessert, we shared buttermilk Texas sheet cake which had a rich sweet flavor. And for drinks we had Texas ranch water which was better than it sounds. T...
Undying Love and Detention
May 31, 2023 09:00 - 56 minutes - 64.3 MBThis week we cover a bizarre and twisted story of love, betrayal, and attempted murder. The Toto family was not your usual dysfunctional marriage. This was a coupling so passionate that divorce was not an option and in the end they proved that marriage can be a dark comedy of sorts. Our theme was Italian Mom and Pop Pizzeria. For dinner, we had homemade white pizza with mushroom, bacon and shallots and pepperoni pizza with dollops of garlic ricotta. For dessert, we tried Crazy for Crusts’, ...
Rewatch at the Diner
May 24, 2023 08:52 - 1 hour - 87.2 MBMOVIE OF THE WEEK! Since this week’s movie is based on a true crime, Dustin invited the Crime Diner podcast trio to talk about rich husbands with a wandering eye, spoiled ex-wives, and murderous revenge in this Meredith Baxter staple. MA (only adults recommended) GUEST INFO Crime Diner: https://linktr.ee/wdst SHOW INFO https://linktr.ee/dustincanread Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/therewatchrecap Instagram: @therewatchrecap Tik Tok & Twitter: @dustin_holden Voicemail: 901-602-306...
Do Unto Brothers
May 17, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBWhen the residents of the otherwise quiet town of Broken Arrow Oklahoma awoke on July 23, 2015, they had no idea that while they slept soundly in their beds another family was being annihilated. This week we cover the Broken Arrow Murders our apologies in advance. The dining theme this week was Oklahoma. We had finger liking French Creamy Mustard Chicken for dinner, Dark and White Chocolate Peppermint Bark Bites for dessert, and Oklahoma Cooler drinks. Our compliments to the chefs in Oklah...
Murphy’s Law & Disorder
May 10, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBThis week we share the story of Ed “the Skull” Murphy, a complex man whose redemption story within the gay community became a thing of pride; pun intended. The dinner and dessert theme went along with his heritage which was Italian and Irish. We had bolognese stuffed shells for dinner and Irish cream tiramisu for dessert. Two amazing dishes; made with pride. Time stamp: 25:05 Check out our linktree for links to our socials and ways to listen and support our podcast: The Crime Diner Podca...
E Bully On Executive Doodoo
May 03, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBThis week we cover the story of a small town couple who begin getting death threats and mysterious packages after publishing a popular newsletter. The stalking becomes bizarre and then becomes exponentially worse after they find out who’s behind the cyberterrorism. For dinner, we went coast to coast. We did a San Diego, California burrito stuffed with chicken and fries with a side of STREET CORN!! Clutch my pearls it was delicious. Next up was Boston Cream Pie which looks nothing like a p...
Stirring Up Justice
April 26, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 96 MBThis week we met with a special guest, Nikki, whose mom’s death was a clear-cut case of domestic violence femicide. The man even told the 911 operator he shot her. Yet no one was ever charged with the murder. We discuss the case and her fight for justice. Our dinner theme was based on Nikki’s childhood memories and the connections she remembered making with her mother. We had chicken stir fry and chocolate chip cookies; family favorites. Time stamp: 21:39 Check out our linktree for links ...
Paper Bullets
April 19, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 93.5 MBThis week we cover a story of love in the time of war. This is the story of Lucy Schwob (Claude Cahun) and Suzanne Malherbe (Marcel Moore), a trans lesbian couple who used their art as weapons against the Nazi regime; and won. The theme was France and so, of course, the meal was French. Cindy prepared a coq-au-vin with homemade French bread. We also had classic French chocolate pots de creme and a delicious Bourdeaux. Oui Oui. Time stamp: 28:11 Check out our linktree for links to our soc...
Canadiana Americana
April 12, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 95.5 MBThis week we present a charcuterie of historical hilarities with our guest Brenda, of the Horrifying History podcast. We cover three stories that prove fact is stranger than fiction. We decided to forgo dinner in favor of a charcuterie and potato chips covered in marshmallows and chocolate. For drinks, Brenda suggested Sangria, her favorite. Time stamp: 33:04 Check out our linktree for links to our socials and ways to listen and support our podcast: The Crime Diner Podcast Darkcast Net...
Ghoul I Want Your Body...Parts
April 05, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 73.8 MBThis week we cover a real ghoul, Michael Mastromarino. He was a former dentist who orchestrated a massive illegal scheme to harvest and sell human body parts from corpses without the consent of families or the proper medical oversight. We explore the details of his crimes, the impact on victims and their families, and the legal and ethical implications of this disturbing case. Our meal had a New York theme. Bagel sandwiches were on the menu, along with Long Island Iced teas and New York che...
Hider in the Woods
March 29, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 69.6 MBThis week we share the ongoing case of Adam Simjee and his girlfriend, Mikayla. They tried to help a stranded woman. Unfortunately, Adam did not survive the encounter. Was the woman part of cult in the woods or was something else going on? Our food theme this week was southern. We had Cindy’s homemade chicken and dumplings. She’s not southern, but she sure thinks she is. We also tried Arkansas black apple pie with caramel sauce. Hoo-wee finger linkin’ good! For drinks, we shared a podcast ...
Missing 411: The Hunted
March 22, 2023 09:01 - 1 hour - 50 MBWe took a little break but we're sharing a Patreon episode we recorded last year. We watched the documentary Missing 411: The Hunted. What is happening to hunters in the North American woods? Why are they disappearing without a trace? We discuss this documentary from beginning to end. Check out our linktree for links to our socials and ways to listen and support our podcast: https://linktr.ee/wdst or call/text us some time 6093003094 Darkcast Network Podcasts https://www.darkcastn...
Unpresidented
March 15, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 91.3 MBOn February 12, 1884, an American Icon is born. Her name? Alice Hathaway Lee Roosevelt. Born into a house of tragedy, she rose to become the queen bad bitch herself. This week we cover Alice Roosevelt the presidential daughter who changed history. For dinner, we had presidential foods such as Barbara Bush’s mushroom quiche. For dessert, we had a presidential dessert of creme brule and our drinks were Whiskey Sours. This meal won the taste elections by a landslide. Time stamp: 32m39s ...
Sugar Coated Take Over
March 08, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBKaren and Anne from Sugar Coated Murder Podcast take over the diner this week. They brought us their southern perspectives of the Murdaugh trial as their daily lives were inundated with the trial as residents of South Carolina. They had Cindy make a recipe that is near and dear to them, Sailor Sandwiches. The dessert was a Gooey Chocolate Cake made with their Killa Vanilla. Of course, we had to have a Bourbon drink, their own recipe which was Simply Apple Juice with Bourbon. We provide...
Cotton Mouthed
March 01, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 84.3 MBThere once was a woman named Cotton, who killed all the kin she had gotten. She had more than one spouse and killed in her house so she hung like a yo-yo a boppin. This week we cover Mary Ann Cotton, England’s premiere female serial killer. For dinner, we had some delicious toad in the hole and Yorkshire pudding. I promise you this dish was as confusing to us as the name suggests. For dessert, we had caramel shortbread squares in true British tea style. For drinks, what’s better than a cla...
Missionary Imposition
February 22, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBThis week we cover the story of Nathan Leuthold and his wife Denise, who went to Lithuania on a missionary assignment and came back with a marital stowaway. Nathan’s Lithuanian love interest would lead him to murder his wife on Valentine’s Day as a gift to his new lover. For dinner, we had Lithuanian food. On the menu: pork loin and kugelis potato pudding. For dessert, authentic Lithuanian cookies. We washed it all down with Gold Blossom Margaritas. The Lithuanians did not disappoint with ...
Darkcast Network Presents Not So Sweet Sweethearts Part2
February 14, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBDarkcast network presents Not So Sweet Sweethearts for Valentine's Day. This episode you will get a sampling of podcasts from our network. Crime Diner is featured this part. Check out our linktree for links to our socials and ways to listen and support our podcast: https://linktr.ee/wdst or call/text us some time 6093003094 Darkcast Network Podcasts https://www.darkcastnetwork.com/
Darkcast Network Presents Not So Sweet Sweethearts Part 1
February 13, 2023 18:31 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBDarkcast network presents Not So Sweet Sweethearts for Valentine's Day. This episode you will get a sampling of podcasts from our network. Crime Diner will featured in part 2. Check out our linktree for links to our socials and ways to listen and support our podcast: https://linktr.ee/wdst or call/text us some time 6093003094 Darkcast Network Podcasts https://www.darkcastnetwork.com/
Muffin to do With Fairy Tales
February 08, 2023 10:00 - 48 minutes - 55.9 MBDo you know the Muffin Man? Well, we might. This week we share the history behind those nursery rhymes and fairy tales we had drilled into our heads. Those sweet verses had nothing sweet about them. For dinner, we shared Shepherds Pie and for dessert, we had blueberry cream cheese muffins. These treats would’ve had Miss Muffet off her tuffet. We washed it all down with Monte Rio Cellars Pinkette Rose as all modern fairy tales should end. Time stamp: 28:03 Check out our linktree for link...
Not a Leg Man; More of an Axeman
February 01, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBThis week we cover the story of the Axeman of New Orleans who from May 1918 to October 1919, was a madman who targeted Italian grocers in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Axeman, as he became known, was never caught or identified. His killing spree ended as mysteriously as it started, and he became almost a ghost story. For dinner, we shared some delicious Creole chicken and sausage jambalaya and New Orleans style beignets. For drinks, we went with hurricanes. All were amazing tastes of New Or...
I’ll Be Gone In The Dark
January 25, 2023 10:07 - 2 hours - 150 MBThis little ditty is from our Patreon archives. We examine the documentary series called I’ll Be Gone in the Dark. It was based on Michelle McNamara’s investigative research for her book of the same name. We discuss the episodes and give our own opinions. Check out our linktree for links to our socials and ways to listen and support our podcast: https://linktr.ee/wdst or call/text us some time 6093003094 This week we also got to work with some other podcasts we think you should che...
Disappearance of Susan Cox Powell
January 18, 2023 10:02 - 1 hour - 86.6 MBIf you are looking for a bizarre story, you’ve come to the right place. We dissect the Disappearance of Susan Cox Powell on Netflix and this story will shock you to the core. We explore scene by scene and recap the documentary series while adding our own thoughts and opinions. This very real show is what happens when truth is stranger than fiction. Check out our linktree for links to our socials and ways to listen and support our podcast: https://linktr.ee/wdst or call/text us some ti...
Dustin Checks In with The Crime Diner
January 11, 2023 11:09 - 1 hour - 107 MBA casual conversation about pop culture and life with Cindy, Dana, & Nydia from The Crime Diner podcast! Check out our linktr.ee for links to our socials and ways to listen and support our podcast: https://linktr.ee/wdst or call/text us some time 6093003094 This week we also got to work with some other podcasts we think you should check out! You can find them here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dustin-can-read-watch/id1513778025
Not So Nefarious Criminals
January 04, 2023 10:00 - 58 minutes - 69.1 MBThis week Dana and Cindy took a trip over to the Nefarious Nightmare Podcast to talk about some not so nefarious criminals **SOUND QUALITY WARNING** every now and then, zencastr isn’t great. Therefor, the sound quality in this episode isn’t up to normal par. But that’s okay, you’re getting this amazing funny episode probably for free on a feed somewhere, and nobody is perfect. Love you mean it. On today, Dec 12, the year of our lord 2022, this, our holiest ding-a-ling day, We start with ...
Sleigh What?
December 28, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 75 MBIn honor of the holiday season, we’ve prepared for you a charcuterie board of stories. Dana serves up a head case of a story that takes place right here in weird New Jersey. Nydia delights us with a tasty, naughty Santa story that gets innocent children involved in a bank robbery. Cindy presents us with a smorgasbord of deliciously terrible Christmas stories. Our bellies were full with these scrumptious stories, so we opted to just share Cranberry Martinis. See you next year for Season 3 of ...
Cults, Crimes, and Cabernet Take Over
December 27, 2022 18:25 - 1 hour - 100 MBThis week we have another podcast takeover. Melissa and Whitney of the “Cults, Crimes, and Cabernet” podcast tell us how we can help with victim advocacy at every level. They share nine ways to be proactive in true crime podcasting and as a fan. They share their experience with helping a family find a missing loved one and tell us how every one of us can do the same. For dinner, we had Mississippi roast, mashed potatoes, and green beans. For dessert, we had mini Key Lime cheesecakes. For ...
Darkcast Network Nice Holiday Stories
December 20, 2022 20:00 - 53 minutes - 54.7 MBDarkcast Network podcasts have provided a collection of nice holiday stories for you. Get your eggnog or your favorite holiday beverage and settle in for these feel good holiday tales. Find the list indie podcasts here: darkcastnetwork.wixsite.com/indie Check out our linktree for links to our socials and ways to listen and support our podcast: https://linktr.ee/wdst or call/text us some time 6093003094
Darkcast Network Naughty Holiday Stories
December 19, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 80.5 MBDarkcast Network podcasts have provided a collection of naughty holiday stories for you. Get your spiked eggnog or your favorite holiday beverage and settle in for these naughty holiday tales. Find the list indie podcasts here: darkcastnetwork.wixsite.com/indie Check out our linktree for links to our socials and ways to listen and support our podcast: https://linktr.ee/wdst or call/text us some time 6093003094
Lethal Doss
December 07, 2022 10:00 - 57 minutes - 68.1 MBMost grandmothers are kind and loving; this grandmother was cunning and murderous. This week, Dana covers the story of the Giggling Granny: Nannie Doss, a serial killer who used lethal doses of arsenic to kill her family members for life insurance payouts. Our food had a southern flair this week. For dinner, we had some comfort food in the form of Southern Fried Chicken with collard greens and cornbread pudding. For dessert, we had buttermilk pie. For drinks, we had lemon bourbon sweet tea...