Beers with Queers A True Crime Podcast

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  202. Remembering the Queer Heroes and Voices of 9/11 14.09.2026 36min

  A day that changed the world and some of the queer lives caught in its path.Twenty-five years after 9/11, we remember several LGBTQ+ victims whose stories deserve to be told. From longtime partners denied recognition after their loved ones died, to a gay Catholic FDNY chaplain who ran into the chaos to help others, and an openly gay passenger aboard United 93 who helped fight back, these are stories of love, loss, courage, and queer history. In this episode we look beyond the headlines and remember the people behind one of the darkest days in American history.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings true crime with a queer perspective, forgotten LGBTQ+ stories, and queer history to light, all with a cold one in hand. Press play, grab a drink, and remember the lives behind the tragedy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  201. The Atlanta Child Murders Part 2 07.09.2026 37min

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  200. The Atlanta Child Murders - One Of The Most Controversial Crime Sprees In American History 31.08.2026 36min

  Atlanta was losing its children and nobody seemed to be listening. As bodies piled up, grieving families demanded answers while police dismissed disappearances as runaways and insisted the murders weren’t connected.From 1979 to 1981, dozens of Black children and young people vanished from Atlanta and turned up dead, creating one of the darkest and most controversial crime sprees in American history. In Part One of our coverage of the Atlanta Child Murders, we examine the racism, poverty, and institutional failures surrounding the investigation and the growing panic that someone was hunting Atlanta’s children. As the FBI enters the case and the murders continue, troubling questions begin to emerge about who was responsible and whether every victim truly belonged to the same killer.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, queer history, and twisted justice to light, all with a cold one in hand. Press play, grab a drink, and join us as we descend into one of the most disturbing chapters in Atlanta’s history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  199. The Murder of Steen Fenrich At The Hands Of His Stepfather 26.08.2026 34min

  He escaped a home where hatred had made him a prisoner. At just 19 years old, Steen Fenrich had finally built a life where he could be himself, until one desperate moment sent him back to the family he had spent years trying to escape.In 1999, being young, Black, and gay meant navigating a world where racism and homophobia could follow you everywhere, even into your own home. Steen had fought his way toward independence, but when a painful breakup left him vulnerable and needing somewhere to stay, he turned to his family for help. What followed was a devastating betrayal that would expose the horrifying consequences of hatred directed at someone simply for being who they were.In this episode of Beers With Queers, we explore the murder of Steen Fenrich, the disturbing circumstances surrounding the discovery of his remains, and the investigation that followed. More than a shocking true crime case, Steen's story forces us to confront the dangers faced by queer people of color and the terrifying reality that, sometimes, the greatest threat isn't a stranger, it's someone inside your own family.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, queer history, and twisted justice to light from a true crime perspective that puts LGBTQ+ stories where they belong: at the center. Press play, grab a drink, and join us as we remember Steen and uncover the story behind one of the most heartbreaking cases in queer true crime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  198. William Haines aka "Old Hollywood's First Openly Gay Star" 23.08.2026 46min

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  197. Michelle Kosilek And The Murder Of Cheryl McCaul 11.08.2026 40min

  A brutal murder. A controversial identity. And a legal battle that would capture the nation’s attention.In 1990, Cheryl McCaul was found murdered inside her car in Massachusetts, launching an investigation that would quickly point toward someone close to her. But the case became far more complicated when the accused, Michelle Lynne Kosilek, came out as transgender and began fighting for access to gender-affirming care while incarcerated. As the murder trial collided with questions of gender identity, mental health, prisoners’ rights, and LGBTQ+ history, the case became a lightning rod for debate that continues decades later.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers explores this deeply controversial true crime case through a queer perspective. Press play, grab a drink, and join us as we unpack the murder of Cheryl McCaul and the complicated story of Michelle Kosilek. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  196. Alice Mitchell And The Tragic Murder of Freda Ward 04.08.2026 32min

  A forbidden love. A desperate plan. And a murder that would forever change how America viewed queer women.In 1892 Memphis, Tennessee, Alice Mitchell and Freda Ward dreamed of escaping a society determined to keep them apart. Their secret romance, an audacious plan to live together as husband and wife, and the crushing weight of Victorian expectations set the stage for one of the earliest documented same-sex murder cases in American history. In this episode, we explore a tragic chapter of queer history that exposed prejudice, obsession, and the devastating consequences of intolerance, while uncovering a case that helped shape harmful stereotypes still felt today. It's a chilling story of love, betrayal, and violence through the lens of a true crime with a queer perspective.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers uncovers chilling crimes, forgotten queer history, and the darkest moments of LGBTQ+ history, all with a cold one in hand. Press play, grab a drink, and join us as we revisit one of America's earliest and most haunting LGBTQ+ true crime cases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  195. Donald Miller Hollywood's Forgotten Serial Killer 28.07.2026 30min

  A killer stalked the neon glow of Hollywood's gay bars. For years, his victims were overlooked, their stories nearly erased. In a city of bright lights, a forgotten serial predator found the perfect place to hide.In the late 1970s and early 1980s, Los Angeles' queer nightlife was booming—but beneath the celebration lurked a brutal predator. Donald Miller preyed on gay men, exploiting a time when violence against the LGBTQ+ community was too often ignored or dismissed. In this episode, Jordi and Brad uncover one of the most forgotten chapters in queer history, piecing together a chilling series of attacks that exposed systemic indifference, fear, and injustice. This LGBTQ+ true crime podcast explores a haunting gay serial killer case through a queer perspective, honoring victims whose names deserve to be remembered while examining why this devastating story faded from public memory.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, queer stories, and twisted justice to light, all with a cold one in hand.Press play, grab a drink, and join us as we uncover one of Hollywood's darkest forgotten crimes—and ensure these victims are never forgotten again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  194. Michael Lupo The Wolfman Of London 20.07.2026 32min

  A city gripped by fear. A killer hiding in plain sight. And a deadly wave of misinformation that turned an epidemic into a hunting ground.As HIV/AIDS spread across Britain in the mid-1980s, London's LGBTQ+ community found itself fighting on two fronts, against a devastating virus and against the hatred it fueled. When gay men began disappearing after nights out in London's most popular queer bars, police initially dismissed the murders as isolated incidents. But as the bodies continued to pile up, a horrifying pattern emerged. This episode of Beers With Queers explores the chilling case of Michael Lupo, the so-called "Wolfman of London," whose murderous crusade was fueled by fear, homophobia, and the misinformation surrounding the AIDS crisis. It's a haunting chapter of queer history that reveals how prejudice can become just as deadly as the disease itself, making this a powerful story for anyone interested in LGBTQ+ true crime, queer history, and true crime with a queer perspective.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers uncovers chilling crimes, forgotten queer stories, and the injustices history tried to bury, all with a cold one in hand. Grab a drink, press play, and join us as we shine a light on one of the darkest and most overlooked chapters in LGBTQ+ history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  193. The Sacred Band of Thebes An Army Of 150 Gay Couples That Brought Sparta To Its Knees 13.07.2026 50min

  They were told Sparta could never be defeated. Then 300 warriors, 150 pairs of same-sex lovers changed history forever.Forged in the shadow of tyranny, the Sacred Band of Thebes wasn't just an elite military unit, it was the first of its kind, made up of 150 pairs of devoted male lovers who fought side by side against the most feared army in the ancient world. In this episode, Jordi and Brad explore one of the greatest stories in queer history, from secret rebellions and impossible battlefield victories to the heartbreaking final stand that transformed these warriors into legends. It's a powerful story of courage, sacrifice, and love that proves history's most extraordinary heroes are often the ones left out of the history books. If you love LGBTQ+ true crime podcast storytelling, queer history, and true crime with a queer perspective that uncovers forgotten LGBTQ+ stories, this is an episode you won't want to miss.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, remarkable queer stories, and forgotten LGBTQ+ history back into the spotlight, all with a cold one in hand. Grab a drink, press play, and discover why the legend of the Sacred Band of Thebes still resonates more than 2,300 years later. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  192. Robert Wone - One of America's Most Baffling Unsolved Murder Cases Part 2 06.07.2026 37min

  A trusted friend. A quiet overnight stay. And within just 79 minutes, a successful young lawyer was dead inside a Washington, D.C. home, leaving behind one of the most baffling unsolved murders in modern true crime.In Part 2 of our coverage of the murder of Robert Wone, we unravel the disturbing forensic evidence, conflicting timelines, and unanswered questions that continue to haunt investigators nearly two decades later. From allegations of a staged crime scene to theories that have divided the true crime community, this LGBTQ+ true crime podcast explores a case where every answer seems to create even more questions. Join us as we examine one of the most mysterious murders ever investigated through a true crime with a queer perspective, separating speculation from documented evidence while searching for the truth that has remained hidden for years.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, queer stories, and twisted justice to light, all with a cold one in hand. Press play, grab a drink, and join us as we uncover the darkest corners of LGBTQ+ history and the mysteries that still refuse to be solved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  191. Robert Wone - One of America's Most Baffling Unsolved Murder Cases Part 1 30.06.2026 46min

  A trusted friend. A quiet night in Washington, D.C. And less than 80 minutes later, Robert Eric Wone was dead.When successful attorney Robert Wone asks to spend the night at the home of a longtime college friend after working late, it seems like the safest decision he could make. Instead, he becomes the victim of one of America's most baffling unsolved murder cases. In Part 1, Jordi and Brad unravel the events leading up to that night, introduce the key players, and reconstruct the minute-by-minute timeline that has left investigators, journalists, and true crime fans searching for answers for nearly two decades. Join this LGBTQ+ true crime podcast as we explore a chilling mystery through a queer perspective, where friendship, trust, and a single terrifying night collide in a case that still refuses to be solved.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, queer stories, and twisted justice to light, all with a cold one in hand. Press play, grab a drink, and help us uncover one of the most mysterious cases in modern queer history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  190. Scotty Bowers And The Secret Gay History Of The Golden Age Of Hollywood 22.06.2026 40min

  A gas station attendant with a plan. A hidden network. And the secret desires of Hollywood’s biggest stars.Fresh from the horrors of World War II, a young Marine named Scotty Bowers arrived in Los Angeles looking for work. What he found instead was a city built on illusion, where fame came with morality clauses, careers could be destroyed by a rumor, and countless queer stars were forced to live in the shadows. From an ordinary gas station on Hollywood Boulevard, Scotty would become the keeper of some of Old Hollywood’s most closely guarded secrets.In this episode, we dive into one of the most fascinating chapters of queer history and explore the underground world that thrived behind the glamorous façade of the Golden Age of cinema. Through whispered encounters, hidden parties, and a network built on discretion, this story reveals how LGBTQ+ people found connection and survival in an era determined to erase them. If you love queer history, true crime with a queer perspective, and the untold stories that shaped LGBTQ+ culture, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, queer stories, and twisted justice to light, all with a cold one in hand.Press play, grab a drink, and join us as we uncover the darkest corners of LGBTQ+ history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  189. The Hanky Code aka "How Did Gay People Meet Before Grindr?" 15.06.2026 41min

  A rainbow of secrets. A coded language. And a hidden world built for survival.Long before Grindr, Scruff, Sniffies, or social media, queer men relied on an intricate system of colored bandanas to communicate desires, identities, and interests in a world where being yourself could be dangerous. In this Pride Month episode, Jordi and Brad dive into the fascinating history of the Hanky Code, exploring its disputed origins, ties to leather culture, and how this colorful piece of queer history became one of the community’s most iconic symbols. Then, things take a hilarious turn as Brad’s knowledge is put to the test in a game that proves just how complex and surprisingly specific the code really was. This LGBTQ+ true crime podcast may be taking a break from murder this week, but it’s still a journey through queer history with plenty of laughs and unexpected discoveries along the way.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, queer stories, and twisted justice to light, all with a cold one in hand.Press play, grab a drink, and join us as we uncover the colorful secrets hidden throughout LGBTQ+ history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  188. Steven Simpson - Burned Alive By Party Crashers At his Own Birthday Party 08.06.2026 42min

  A birthday celebration. A vulnerable young man. And a night of cruelty that would leave a community demanding answers.When Steven Simpson turned eighteen, he had every reason to celebrate. Openly gay, living independently despite autism, epilepsy, and other challenges, Steven had worked hard to build a life on his own terms. But what began as a gathering of friends in his South Yorkshire flat quickly spiraled into something far darker. As the night unfolded, humiliation, bullying, and violence blurred the line between a cruel joke and a devastating tragedy. In this LGBTQ+ true crime podcast episode, we examine a case that shocked the United Kingdom, sparked outrage among disability and LGBTQ+ advocates, and raised difficult questions about hate crimes, justice, and the way vulnerable people are treated by society. More than a gay murder case, Steven's story remains a haunting reminder of how prejudice and indifference can have fatal consequences.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, queer stories, and twisted justice to light, all with a cold one in hand.Press play, grab a drink, and join us as we uncover the darkest corners of LGBTQ+ history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  187. Gay Love, Betrayal, Murder, Scandal And The Bible The Legacy of King James I Part 2 01.06.2026 37min

  A king haunted by controversy. A court drowning in secrets. And a murder so scandalous it helped poison the English crown itself.Long before the King James Bible shaped the English speaking world, King James I was navigating a palace fueled by forbidden desire, ruthless ambition, and deadly political games. James grew up isolated, abused, and desperate for affection. As an adult, he openly surrounded himself with powerful male favorites in a country where accusations of same-sex intimacy could lead to execution under the Buggery Act. But when his handsome favorite Robert Carr became entangled with the ambitious Howard family and the brilliant, fiercely devoted Thomas Overbury, the royal court spiraled toward one of the most infamous murder conspiracies in queer history.What followed was a chilling saga of obsession, betrayal, poison, political coverups, and public humiliation inside the Tower of London. In this LGBTQ+ true crime podcast episode, we unravel the horrifying murder of Thomas Overbury, the explosive scandal surrounding King James I’s inner circle, and the deadly consequences of living queer lives inside Jacobean England’s brutal system of power. From secret relationships and ecclesiastical courts to torture, executions, and royal corruption, this is true crime with a queer perspective at its darkest and most devastating.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, queer stories, and twisted justice to light—all with a cold one in hand. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  186. Gay Love, Betrayal, Murder, Scandal And The Bible: The Legacy of King James I Part 1 25.05.2026 32min

  A poisoned enema. A shadow king. And a royal court where desire could be just as deadly as treason.What began as King James I’s obsession with beautiful young men would spiral into one of the most dangerous and scandalous power struggles in queer history.In this episode of Beers With Queers, Jordi and Brad dive deep into the dark and twisted world of the Jacobean court, where political ambition, forbidden same-sex relationships, and ruthless betrayal collided beneath the gilded halls of Whitehall Palace. Long before the King James Bible became the most widely printed book in human history, King James himself was navigating a violent world shaped by trauma, paranoia, and intensely public relationships with powerful male favorites. From the brutal murder of his father and the execution of Mary, Queen of Scots, to the rise of Robert Carr and the brilliant, possessive Thomas Overbury, this LGBTQ+ true crime story unfolds like a real-life Game of Thrones.As secret alliances form and enemies gather in the shadows, the line between love, manipulation, and survival begins to blur. This is queer history at its most dangerous. A true crime story filled with political intrigue, royal scandal, and deadly consequences.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, queer stories, and twisted justice to light, all with a cold one in hand.Press play, grab a drink, and join us as we uncover one of the most shocking scandals in gay history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  185. The Baby Faced Killer Anthony Miller And The Murder Of John Cremin 18.05.2026 30min

  A quiet park. A hidden meeting place. And a murder that exposed how criminalized queer lives made perfect targets.In 1960, a man entered Queen's Park and never came home. What began as another secret encounter in the shadows of a city that treated gay men as criminals became one of Scotland’s most disturbing LGBT true crime cases. In an era when queer relationships had to exist in whispers, predators learned exactly where fear could silence victims, and how the law itself could shield violence. In this LGBTQ+ true crime podcast episode, Jordi and Brad unravel the murder of John Cremin, the teenage killer Anthony Miller, and the chilling reality of a gay murder case shaped as much by prejudice as by brutality.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, queer history, and twisted justice to light, all with a cold one in hand.Press play, grab a drink, and step into a true crime story where secrecy became a weapon, and survival came at a deadly cost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  184. The Sligo Murders 12.05.2026 40min

  A dating app. Two men looking for connection. And a man that wanted to kill every gay man he could.In just four days, the quiet streets of Sligo became the center of one of Ireland’s most chilling modern hate crime investigations. Aidan Moffitt and Michael Snee were found dead in their own homes, after meeting someone through a dating app, and another man barely survived an earlier attack. What followed exposed a terrifying pattern that sent shockwaves through Ireland’s LGBTQ+ community, reigniting conversations about queer safety, violence, and whether some places are ever as safe as they seem. In this episode of this LGBTQ+ true crime podcast, Jordi and Brad unravel the Sligo murders, the fear that gripped an entire community, and the haunting questions left behind when being visible can still make you a target. Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, queer stories, and twisted justice to light, all with a cold one in hand. Press play, grab a drink, and join us as we uncover one of Ireland’s most disturbing gay murder cases, and the trauma it left far beyond the headlines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  183. Disco Demolition Night aka "The Night Disco was Murdered for being Gay" 04.05.2026 40min

  A stadium packed with thousands… and a bomb waiting at center field.They came to destroy disco but what erupted that night exposed something far deeper.On July 12, 1979, what started as a cheap baseball promotion at Chicago’s Comiskey Park spiraled into chaos now known as Disco Demolition Night. Fans were promised discounted tickets if they brought disco records—records that would be blown up between games. But when the explosion hit, the crowd surged, the field was overtaken, and the night descended into a full-scale riot that forced a forfeited game. Beneath the surface, this wasn’t just about music, it was a backlash against a culture rooted in Black, Latino, and LGBTQ+ communities, making it one of the most controversial moments in queer history. In this LGBTQ+ true crime podcast episode, we unpack the night disco “died”… and what was really being targeted.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers dives into chilling true crime with a queer perspective, exposing the stories history tried to bury.Press play, grab a drink, and join us as we unravel the chaos, culture, and consequences behind one explosive night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.