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  Vincent Li: The Making of a Greyhound Bus Tragedy (Part 1 of a 2-Part Series) 11.08.2026 53мин

  We begin our Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (NGRI) month with a 2-part episode covering one of Canada's most infamous cases: Vincent Li, the man responsible for the shocking killing of Tim McLean aboard a Greyhound bus in 2008.In Part 1, after a quick but horrifying look at the crime itself, we rewind to Vincent Li's early life, immigration to Canada, struggles with employment, and the gradual decline of his mental health. We explore the warning signs, the events leading up to that night, and the devastating impact untreated psychosis can have.⚠️ Content WarningThis episode contains discussion of graphic violence, homicide, mental illness, psychosis, and disturbing crime scene details. Listener discretion is strongly advised.🔎 What We CoverVincent Li's early life in ChinaImmigration to CanadaLi's gradual mental health declineThe diagnostic criteria and features listed for Schizophrenia and Schizo-Affective Disorders💬 Join the ConversationDo you think that Li's cultural upbringing had an affect on how late his Schizophrenia was diagnosed?Share your thoughts in the comments, and let us know your perspective while remembering to keep the discussion respectful for everyone affected by this case.📚 SourcesAssociated Press. (2017, February 10). Mentally ill man who beheaded bus passenger is freed from all supervision. The Guardian.Brink, J. (2014, March 26). Submission to the Senate Committee on Legal and Constitutional Affairs: Re: Bill C-14, An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the National Defence Act (mental disorder). Canadian Psychiatric Association.British Columbia Review Board. (n.d.). British Columbia Review Board rules and procedures governing the Review Board process.Criminal Code, R.S.C., 1985, c. C-46.Lacroix, R., O’Shaughnessy, R., McNiel, D. E., & Binder, R. L. (2017). Controversies concerning the Canadian Not Criminally Responsible Reform Act. Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law, 45(1), 44-51.Latimer, J., & Lawrence, A. (2006, January). The Review Board systems in Canada: An overview of results from the Mentally Disordered Accused Data Collection Study. Research and Statistics Division, Department of Justice Canada.Manitoba Review Board. (2010, June 11). In the matter of: Part XX.1 Criminal Code of Canada and in the matter of: Vince Weiguang Li. Murderpedia.Not Criminally Responsible Reform Act, S.C. 2014, c. 6.Ontario Review Board. (2025). 2024-25 Annual report.Pedneault, C. I., Perley-Robertson, B., Mularczyk, K. P., & Prevost, H. (2023, January 16). Approaches to addressing serious mental illness in the Canadian criminal justice system. Public Safety Canada.Public Legal Education and Information Service of New Brunswick. (2024, May 3). Victims of crime: Not criminally responsible accused.Serena, K. (2025, April 20). The horrific crimes of Vince Li, the man who killed and cannibalized Tim McLean on a Greyhound bus in 2008. All That's Interesting.the fifth estate. (2011, September 16). Bus 1170: Vince Li and the Greyhound bus murder [Video]. YouTube. 26: -26:57.☕ Support the ShowIf you’re enjoying Crime Chats and want to support more deep dives like this:Check out our merch on Amazon!Like, follow, subscribe, share!Leave us a review on Apple!buymeacoffee.com/crimechats
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  Mark Twitchell: The Dexter Killer 04.08.2026 59мин

  In October 2008, aspiring filmmaker Mark Twitchell lured a stranger into a garage using a fake online dating profile. What happened next was far more disturbing than anyone expected.Inspired by his obsession with movies, storytelling, and the TV show, Dexter, Twitchell attempted to create his own real-life “crime story.” Investigators quickly uncovered that his carefully planned fantasy had become a horrifying reality.⚠️ Listener Discretion: This episode contains discussions of murder, violence, and disturbing crime scene details.🔎 What We CoverJohnny Altinger's background and how he met "Jen"Johnny's disappearance and the investigation that followedMark Twitchell's police interviews, interrogations, and the evidence foundTwitchell's arrest and time behind barsThe first-degree murder trialThe letters sent back and forth between Twitchell and the reporter writing a book about himThe problems with the Canadian prison system💬 Crime Chats DiscussionDo you think violent offenders should be free to lead full social lives while behind bars for their horrific acts? Is the Canadian prison system too lenient?Let us know your thoughts.📚 SourcesAmato, A. (2026, March 18). Family contact already met, victim's family trauma reasoning in Twitchell leave denial. CTV News Edmonton. https://www.ctvnews.ca/edmonton/article/family-contact-already-met-victims-family-trauma-reasoning-in-twitchell-leave-denial/Bennett, D. (2011, April 12). Accused killer Twitchell played with victim's skull: court document. Global News. https://globalnews.ca/news/114056/accused-killer-twitchell-played-with-victims-skull-court-document/CBS News. (2024, August 14). "The Dexter Killer:" Inside the mind of a murderer. https://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/mark-twitchell-the-dexter-killer-evidence-photos/Cinematic Psychopathy: A Forensic and Criminological Analysis of the Mark Twitchell Case. (n.d.). [Forensic Analysis Report].Venditti, A. (2024, August 18). Inside the mind of Mark Twitchell, "The Dexter Killer". CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/mark-twitchell-the-dexter-killer-48-hours/Wikipedia contributors. (2026, July 10). Mark Twitchell. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Twitchell☕ Support the ShowIf you’re enjoying Crime Chats and want to support more deep dives like this:Share this episode with someone who would find it interestingBuy our merch on Amazon!Follow/subscribe so you don’t miss what’s nextbuymeacoffee.com/crimechatsCheck out our newsletter!
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  American Nightmare: The Denise Huskins & Aaron Quinn Case 28.07.2026 50мин

  In March 2015, Denise Huskins and Aaron Quinn became the victims of a terrifying home invasion and kidnapping that would capture national attention. But not for the reasons it should have.After Denise disappeared from Aaron’s home, the investigation quickly took a shocking turn. Instead of being treated as victims, Denise and Aaron found themselves under intense scrutiny as authorities accused them of fabricating the entire story.The story of Denise Huskins and Aaron Quinn is one of survival, resilience, enduring love, and the importance of listening to victims.🔎 What We Cover:The details of the home invasion and kidnappingThe immediate tunnel vision from police that led to Aaron Quinn being named the prime suspectDetails of Denise's horrifying ordeal at the hands of her captorThe detective work that finally brought the truth to lightThe arrest and confession of Matthew MullerHow Denise and Aaron rebuilt their lives and turned their experience into a mission to help others📚 SourcesBuckley, J. P. (2025, February 13). “American Nightmare” survivors Denise Huskins, Aaron Quinn use their trauma to help retrain law enforcement. John E. Reid and Associates, Inc.Cleal-Bramley, E. (2024, January 26). What Netflix doesn't tell you in the American Nightmare documentary. The Tab.Criminally Obsessed. (n.d.). Netflix's 'American Nightmare': The couple police accused of faking a kidnapping [Video]. YouTube.End Violence Against Women International. (2026, February 5.). Evawi. Misty Carausu. https://evawintl.org/creating-change/misty-carausu/ Accessed 18 July 2026.Huskins v. City of Vallejo, No. 2:16-cv-00603-TLN-EFB (E.D. Cal. July 5, 2017).KPIX | CBS NEWS BAY AREA. (n.d.). "American Nightmare" victims Denise Huskins, Aaron Quinn use their experience to retrain law enforce [Video]. YouTube.Musixmatch Podcasts. (n.d.). 48 Hours transcript - criminal. https://www.musixmatch.com/Savchuk, K. (2022, April). A crime beyond belief. The Atavist Magazine, (126). https://magazine.atavist.com/2022/a-crime-beyond-belief-vallejo-kidnapping-gone-girl-hoax. Accessed 18 July 2026.Smith, T. (n.d.). California attack survivors, who were not believed by police, get the last word against kidnapper. CBS News.Wave Pod. (2025, September 2). True Crime Vault: Taken - 20/20 [Podcast notes]. https://pod.wave.co/podcast/2020/true-crime-vault-taken-aafa66c0YouTube. “Denise Huskins & Aaron Quinn: Police Called Their Kidnapping a ‘Gone Girl’ Hoax —The Truth Is Darker - YouTube.” Www.Youtube.Com, 15 June 2026, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tita9_fdijm&t=1453s. Accessed 21 July 2026. Criminally Obsessed Channel☕ Support the ShowIf you’re enjoying Crime Chats and want to support more deep dives like this:Buy our merch on Amazon!buymeacoffee.com/crimechats
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  The Lost Lives of Suzanne Sevakis and Michael Hughes 21.07.2026 1ч 5мин

  A suspicious hit-and-run. A custody battle. A missing 6 year old.When little Michael Hughes vanished in 1994, investigators could not have known the chaos that would unfold before them. Decades of deception, stolen identities, abuse, and murder...all leading back to one man: Franklin Delano Floyd.⚠️ Content WarningThis episode contains discussions of murder, sexual abuse, and kidnapping. Listener discretion is advised.🔎 What We CoverThe mysterious hit-and-run that launched a sagaOne man's custody battle for a child that wasn't hisMichael Hughes' kidnappingThe truck, the photos, and the evidenceThe two trials of Franklin Delano FloydThe discovery of Suzanne's true identity💬 Join the ConversationLet us know your thoughts! We'd love to hear them.📚 SourcesBirkbeck, M. (2004). A Beautiful Child. Berkley/Penguin.Florida Supreme Court. (2002). Franklin Delano Floyd v. State of Florida [Oral argument transcript]. WFSU.The Doe Network. (n.d.). Case File 1061DMOK: Michael Anthony Hughes..United States Court of Appeals Tenth Circuit. (1996). United States of America v. Franklin Delano Floyd (No. 95-6305). GovInfo.Valente, D. (2022, July 19). Details of the Sharon Marshall case from Netflix's 'Girl in the Picture'. My Imperfect Life.Wikipedia. (2026, June 4). A Beautiful Child..Richards, A. (2022, July 22). What Happened to Sharon Marshall’s Brother From ‘Girl in the Picture’? Netflix Tudum.☕ Support the ShowIf you’re enjoying Crime Chats and want to support more deep dives like this:Share this episode with someone who would find it interestingBuy our merch on Amazon!Follow/subscribe so you don’t miss what’s nexthttps://streamelements.com/crime-chats/tipbuymeacoffee.com/crimechats
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  The Pizza Bomber Case that Gets Stranger by the Minute 14.07.2026 48мин

  In 2003, a pizza delivery driver named Brian Wells walked into a bank wearing what appeared to be a bomb locked around his neck. Later, he was surrounded by police on live television, insisting he had been forced to rob the bank. Then... the bomb exploded.What followed was one of the strangest criminal investigations in FBI history—a case involving scavenger hunts, homemade bombs, conspiracies, mental illness, greed, and a cast of characters so bizarre it feels fictional.💬 Join the ConversationDo you think Brian Wells knew what he was getting into, or was he manipulated?📚 SourcesMcLaughlin, Sean J. United States v. Marjorie Diehl-Armstrong. 20 Sept. 2010, https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/USCOURTS-pawd-1_07-cr-00026/pdf/USCOURTS-pawd-1_07-cr-00026-7.pdf? Accessed 7 July 2026. case no: 1:07-cr-26-SJM-1McLaughlin, Sean J.. United States v. Marjorie Diehl-Armstrong. 8 Oct. 2010, https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/USCOURTS-pawd-1_07-cr-00026/pdf/USCOURTS-pawd-1_07-cr-00026-8.pdf? Accessed 7 July 2026. Case No. 1:07-cr-26-SJM-1r/CantBeliveThatsReal. “In 2003 Pizza Delivery Driver Brian Wells Robbed.” Reddit.Com, 15 June 2026, https://www.reddit.com/r/cantbelievethatsreal/comments/1u6o6l1/in_2003_pizza_delivery_driver_brian_wells_robbed/#lightbox. Accessed 7 July 2026.Reddit. “In 2003, Pizza Delivery Driver Brian Wells Robbed a Bank with a Collar Bomb Locked around His Neck. He Told Police He Was Being Forced to Do It. Minutes Later, the Bomb Exploded, Killing Him and Exposing One of America’s Strangest Murder Conspiracies..” Reddit.Com, 2026, https://www.reddit.com/r/cantbelievethatsreal/comments/1u6o6l1/in_2003_pizza_delivery_driver_brian_wells_robbed/. Accessed 7 July 2026.Summers, Chris. “Truth about US Collar Bomb Robbery Remains Eelusive.” BBC News, 1 Nov. 2010, https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-11098058. Accessed 6 July 2026.WIRED Staff. “The Incredible True Story of the Collar Bomb Heist.” Wired, WIRED, 27 Dec. 2010, https://www.wired.com/2010/12/ff-collarbomb/. Accessed 7 July 2026.☕ Support the ShowIf you’re enjoying Crime Chats and want to support more deep dives like this:Follow/subscribe so you don’t miss what’s nexthttps://streamelements.com/crime-chats/tipbuymeacoffee.com/crimechats
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  The Cari Farver Case and the Twists that Just Kept Coming 07.07.2026 55мин

  One bad date. One missing woman. Thousands of terrifying messages.When 37-year-old Cari Farver disappeared after spending the weekend with a man she'd just started dating, everyone believed she had simply become an obsessive ex-girlfriend. For years, friends, family, and investigators received bizarre texts, emails, and Facebook messages that appeared to come directly from Cari. She seemed determined to make everyone's lives miserable.But nothing was what it seemed.In this episode, we unravel one of the most unbelievable true crime cases in recent history—a story filled with deception, manipulation, digital evidence, and a killer who hid in plain sight. ⚠️ Content WarningThis episode contains discussions of murder, stalking, domestic violence, arson, psychological abuse, and harassment.🕵️ What We Cover• The seemingly casual relationships that derailed out of control• The years of relentless texts and emails that convinced everyone Cari had become obsessed• The investigation that kept hitting dead ends• The digital forensic evidence that changed everything• The shocking truth investigators eventually uncovered• The trial and conviction that finally brought justice💬 Join the ConversationDo you think you would have figured out what was really happening before investigators did? Or did this case completely fool you?Let us know your thoughts—we'd love to hear them.📚 SourcesABC News. (2017, September 22). 2 women dating the same man cross paths, sparking a web of deceit and murder: Part 1 [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9OnC8sBAJP0Associated Press. (2017, August 15). Iowa woman gets life sentence in Omaha cold case killing. https://apnews.com/ef7c4e0f71f24efc89813337e2dca889Butterfield, M. (2024, February 16). 'Lover, Stalker, Killer': Disturbing love triangle turned deadly hits Netflix. Global News. https://globalnews.ca/news/10297718/lover-stalker-killer-netflix-documentary-liz-golyar-dave-kroupa-cari-farver/Forensic Analysis of the Cari Farver Homicide: Digital Impersonation, Behavioral Pathology, and Cyber-Forensics. (n.d.). [Document].Rule, L. (2020). A Tangled Web: A cyberstalker, a deadly obsession, and the twisting path to justice. Citadel Press.State v. Golyar, No. S-17-955 (Neb. 2018). https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/ne-supreme-court/1962008.html☕ Support the ShowIf you’re enjoying Crime Chats and want to support more deep dives like this:Share this episode with someone who would find it interestingBuy our merch on Amazon!Follow/subscribe so you don’t miss what’s nexthttps://streamelements.com/crime-chats/tipbuymeacoffee.com/crimechats
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  The Fall of Ted Bundy (Part 4 of a 4-Part Series) 30.06.2026 1ч 34мин

  This final chapter sees Ted Bundy coming unglued. His violence ramps up but, he also starts to make big mistakes. On this episode, we follow Ted from Chi Omega to the grave.📚 SourcesBundy v. State. (n.d.). Justia Law. Retrieved June 22, 2026, from https://law.justia.com/cases/florida/supreme-court/1985/59128-0.htmlCarol DaRonch. (2022, July 11). Various clips Ted Bundy at Kimberly Leach trial. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ifh46-oodP8Crime Feed. (2015, June 18). 10 Dark and twisted confessions from Ted Bundy. The Lineup. https://the-line-up.com/10-dark-and-twisted-confessions-from-ted-bundyJeca Taudte, Gowen, G., & Francis, E. (2019, February 13). Chi Omega survivor of Ted Bundy murders: “I was asleep” when evil opened door “and attacked me.” ABC News. https://abcnews.com/US/chi-omega-survivor-ted-bundy-murders-asleep-evil/story?id=60894306Jenephyr, J. (2024). Ted Bundy | EBSCO. EBSCO Information Services, Inc. https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/history/ted-bundyOrtman, K. (2021, November 9). Episode 84: Cheryl Thomas, Ted Bundy survivor. Nyu.edu. https://www.nyu.edu/life/safety-health-wellness/campus-safety/you-matter--podcast/episodes/episode-84--cheryl-thomas--ted-bundy-survivor.html?challenge=d06e90d7-4d8f-4b88-9d8c-10b73beb60f1PhD, A. K. (2020, September 11). Dr. James Dobson’s apologia for Ted Bundy: How evangelical Christianity became a safe space for…. Medium. https://austinkocher.medium.com/dr-james-dobsons-apologia-for-ted-bundy-how-an-evangelical-christianity-became-a-safe-space-for-e68ab401285Ted Bundy: A Killer in the Archives. (2022, September 6). Ted Bundy’s closing statement in the Kimberly Leach trial; Feb. 12, 1980. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrkCVshzKEgVasilinda, M. (2019, July 26). Federal government resumes death penalty one day after the 40th anniversary of Ted Bundy’s sentencing. Https://Www.wjhg.com; WJHG. https://www.wjhg.com/content/news/Federal-Government-Resumes-Death-Penalty-One-Day-After-the-40th-Anniversary-of-Ted-Bundys-Sentencing-513267771.html
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  The Hunt for Ted Bundy (Part 3 of a 4-Part Series) 23.06.2026 42мин

  In Part 3 of our Ted Bundy deep dive, we turn back the clock a bit to his time as a law student in Utah who enjoyed the occasional winter break trip to Colorado. We see him back at his old tricks, making women disappear, in a new locale. We'll discuss the murders in Colorado, how they were finally linked to the monster, how he was caught, and how he escaped justice TWICE. What should have been the end of one of America's most prolific serial killers instead became the beginning of a nationwide manhunt.🔎 What We CoverThe Colorado murdersTed Bundy's extradition from Utah to answer for his violent crimesHis first escape through a jail library windowHis second escape through a hole in the ceiling of his cellHis insistence on being his own defense team🧠 Key Discussion PointsHow, how, how was this man able to escape law enforcement's clutches two timesThe sad truth about adults that go missing📚 SourcesCaroline. (2019, March 26). “The very definition of heartless evil”: Ted Bundy in Colorado. Denver Public Library Special Collections and Archives.Colorado Bureau of Investigation. (2026). Denise Lynn Oliverson (Agency Case #: 75-01585). Colorado Cold Case Files.Colorado Bureau of Investigation. (2026). Julie L. Cunningham (Agency Case #: 75-0806). Colorado Cold Case Files.Gnech, C. (2023, May 5). Serial killer Ted Bundy – Part 3: His first escape from prison. Gnech & Associates.Gnech, C. (2023, May). Serial killer Ted Bundy – Part 4: His second escape from prison. Gnech & Associates.Iversen, K. (2018, March 5). When death came to Golden. The American Scholar.Ott, T. (2021, August 12). Ted Bundy killings: A timeline of his twisted reign of terror. bio. (Biography).☕ Support the ShowIf you’re enjoying Crime Chats and want to support more deep dives like this:Share this episode with someone who would find it interestingBuy our merch on Amazon!Follow/subscribe so you don’t miss what’s nexthttps://streamelements.com/crime-chats/tipbuymeacoffee.com/crimechats
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  The Rise of Ted Bundy (Part 2 of a 4-Part Series) 16.06.2026 1ч 11мин

  In Part 2 of our four-part Ted Bundy series, we move from the making of Ted Bundy to the beginning of his deadly criminal career. We examine the disappearance of his first known victims in the Pacific Northwest, the terrifying escalation of his violence, and the investigation that slowly began to close in on one of America's most notorious serial killers.This episode covers the disappearances and murders of several young women, the growing list of witness accounts involving a charming man named "Ted," and the critical mistakes that eventually led to Bundy's first arrest.🔎 What We CoverTed Bundy's first victims in Washington and UtahHis MO and terrifying escalation of violenceThe divine intervention that finally got him behind bars for the first time📚 SourcesCarol DaRonch. (2024, November 3). 1974 Search for Ted Bundy Lake Sammamish victims Denise Naslund Janice Ott. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-A9Nz9L0LKwDavies, A. (2019). The Ted Bundy Tapes: Who is Ted Bundy’s girlfriend Diane Edwards? In express.co.uk. https://www.express.co.uk/showbiz/tv-radio/1078851/Ted-Bunny-tapes-who-is-girlfriend-Diane-Edwards-conversations-with-a-killer-netflixJean, T. (2020, July 1). Taylor Mountain, 1975. Killer in the Archives. https://killerinthearchives.blog/files-taylor-mountain-1975/Press, A. (2000, August 20). Officer recalls Bundy’s ’75 capture. Deseret News. https://www.deseret.com/2000/8/20/19524726/officer-recalls-bundy-s-75-capture/Ted Bundy’s car. (2010, July 30). Flickr; Ted Bundy’s car | Trust me, this is NOT "Herbie, the Love … | Flickr. https://www.flickr.com/photos/greyloch/4842459860/#Van Sambeck, B. (2021, April 12). Bite marks and prison escapes — What led to the capture and conviction of Ted Bundy. Oxygen Official Site. https://www.oxygen.com/crime-news/ted-bundy-how-he-was-caught-crucial-evidenceWhyman, T. (2019, February 5). The myth of Ted Bundy as a charming guy. The Outline. https://theoutline.com/post/7043/ted-bundy-netflix-efron-handsome☕ Support the ShowIf you’re enjoying Crime Chats and want to support more deep dives like this:Share this episode with someone who would find it interestingFollow/subscribe so you don’t miss what’s nexthttps://streamelements.com/crime-chats/tipbuymeacoffee.com/crimechats
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  The Making of Ted Bundy (Part 1 of a 4-Part Series) 09.06.2026 45мин

  In Part 1 of our Ted Bundy Deep Dive, we're going all the way back to the beginning. Before the infamous murders, media frenzy, and courtroom spectacles, there was a young man whose early life has been scrutinized for decades in an attempt to understand how one of America's most notorious serial killers came to be.In this episode, we explore Ted Bundy's childhood, complicated family history, schooling, early relationships, and the warning signs that appeared long before his crimes became public knowledge. We discuss the circumstances surrounding his birth, the confusion about his parentage, his upbringing in the Pacific Northwest, his academic journey through college and law school, and the significant romantic relationships that shaped his young adult years.While no single event can explain the horrific crimes Bundy would later commit, examining his early life helps provide important context for understanding the man behind the headlines.🔍 What We CoverTed Bundy's birth and early family circumstancesHis relationship with his mother and grandparentsChildhood behaviors that, in hindsight, were definite warning signsBundy's move from Vermont to WashingtonHis experiences in school and collegeHis enrollment in law school"Stephanie Brooks" and their influential relationshipElizabeth Kendall, the single mother who became Bundy's long-time girlfriend💭 Key Discussion PointsWhether childhood "warning signs" can reliably predict future violence (Hilary shares an anecdote from her time as a middle school teacher)How Bundy carefully cultivated a public image of success and normalcyThe impact his romantic relationships may have had on his self-imageThe contrast between Bundy's outward appearance and his hidden behavior📚 SourcesAnother Bundy Blog. (2025, May 7). Ted Bundy, School Related Information.Daimee, A. (n.d.). Ted Bundy. Smore Newsletters.Dash Hrecos Org. (2026). Ted Bundy Early Childhood: The Foundations of a Notorious Life.Kettler, S. (2025, November 24). How Ted Bundy's Education Facilitated His Career as a Serial Killer. Biography.Kulkarni, B., & Singh, S. (n.d.). TED BUNDY: BORN CONGENITAL OR ALTERED BY ENVIRONMENT. International Journal of Creative Research Thoughts (IJCRT).LawBirdie. (2025, February 2). The Ted Bundy Case Study in Criminal Psychology.Nixon, C. (2025, August 19). Ted Bundy and the History of The Elizabeth Lund Home. Iconic Magazine Online.PaperHelp. (n.d.). Ted Bundy Biography: Upbringing and Unraveling. A Study of Motivation.PapersOwl. (2024, June 17). The Formative Years of Ted Bundy: Analyzing the Early Influences on a Notorious Serial Killer.Rorke, R. (2020, January 24). ‘Ted Bundy: Falling for a Killer’: Ex-girlfriend opens up in documentary. New York Post.☕ Support the ShowIf you’re enjoying Crime Chats and want to support more deep dives like this:Share this episode with someone who would find it interestingFollow/subscribe so you don’t miss what’s nextCheck out our Crime Chats merch on Amazon!https://streamelements.com/crime-chats/tipbuymeacoffee.com/crimechats
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  Andrea Yates: Mental Illness, Religious Influence, and the Tragedy That Shocked America 02.06.2026 25мин

  In this solo episode of Crime Chats, Lisa takes a deep dive into one of the most heartbreaking and controversial true crime cases in modern history: the case of Andrea Yates.Most people know the headlines, but this case is far more complex than many realize. Lisa explores Andrea's history of severe mental health struggles, the events leading up to the deaths of her five children, the role of religious influences in her life, and the trials that followed. The episode also examines the influence of traveling minister Michael Woroniecki and the questions that continue to surround accountability, mental illness, and tragedy.This is a difficult case involving mental illness, family trauma, and the deaths of children. Listener discretion is advised.🔎 In This Episode:Andrea Yates' early life, background, and marriage to Rusty YatesThe progression of her postpartum depression and psychosisWarnings from medical professionalsThe influence of Michael Woroniecki's teachingsThe events of June 20, 2001Andrea's first trial and convictionThe overturned conviction and second trialHer Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity verdictWhere Andrea Yates is today⚖️ Case Discussion Topics:Postpartum psychosisSevere mental illness and criminal responsibilityReligious extremism and influenceFamily dynamicsThe insanity defense📚 SourcesDenno, D. W. (2003). Who is Andrea Yates? A short story about insanity. Duke Journal of Gender Law & Policy, 10(1), 1-10.Investigation Discovery. (n.d.). The cult behind the killer: The Andrea Yates story | Official trailer | ID [Video]. YouTube.Resnick, P. J. (2007). The Andrea Yates case: Insanity on trial. Cleveland State Law Review, 55(2), 147-156.Investigation Discovery. (2022, January 6). The cult behind the killer: The Andrea Yates story [Documentary]. Max.💬 Join the ConversationDo you believe the legal system reached the right conclusion in the end? We'd love to hear your perspective in the comments.☕ Support the ShowIf you’re enjoying Crime Chats and want to support more deep dives like this:Share this episode with someone who would find it interestingFollow/subscribe so you don’t miss what’s nextCheck out our Crime Chats merch on Amazon!https://streamelements.com/crime-chats/tipbuymeacoffee.com/crimechats
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  The Dark Days are Upon Us: The Disturbing Case of April Short 29.05.2026 58мин

  In this episode of Crime Chats, we discuss the heartbreaking and disturbing case of April Short, a mother convicted of murdering her 11-month-old son while her two older children were still inside the home.April’s husband James, a staff sergeant in the U.S. Army, reportedly received an alarming doomsday-style text message from his wife, prompting him to rush home to a horrifying scene. According to reports, the bedroom door had been barricaded, and their baby boy was later found dead in the bathroom in a pool of blood.⚠️ Trigger WarningThis episode discusses child murder, child abuse, graphic violence involving an infant, mental health concerns, and traumatic crime scene details. Please listen with care.🔎 What We CoverThe timeline leading up to the tragedyThe alarming text messages sent before the incidentApril's interrogation and interviews with the surviving children Mental illness, criminal responsibility, and accountabilityOur thoughts on how these cases are prosecuted📚 SourcesLambe, J. (2023, November 20). Mom slit infant’s throat, told other kids it was so he could “be with Jesus and God”: Police. Law & Crime. https://lawandcrime.com/crime/mom-slit-infants-throat-told-other-kids-it-was-so-victim-could-be-with-jesus-and-god-police/Rickabaugh, G., & McCord, S. (2023, November 18). Fort Eisenhower announces arrest of mother in baby’s death. The Augusta Press. https://theaugustapress.com/fort-eisenhower-announces-arrest-of-mother-in-babys-death/United States v. April Short 1:23-mj-00063-BKE, (Southern district of Georgia November 16, 2023).United States v. April Evalyn Short 1:23-cr-00070-JRH-BKE, (Southern district of Georgia July 5, 2024a). pp. 7-8, expert in forensic pathology.United States v. April Evalyn Short 1:23-cr-00070-JRH-BKE, (Southern district of Georgia July 17, 2024b). pp. 3-11, expert witness in bloodstain pattern and analysis.U.S. Army. (2019). U.S. Army ranks. Army.mil. https://www.army.mil/ranks/WRDW. (2025, March 25). Fort Eisenhower mom pleads guilty in infant’s death, awaits sentencing. Https://Www.wrdw.com; WRDW-TV/WAGT-TV. https://www.wrdw.com/2025/03/25/fort-eisenhower-mom-pleads-guilty-infants-death-awaits-sentencing/?.com☕ Support the ShowIf you’re enjoying Crime Chats and want to support more deep dives like this:Share this episode with someone who would find it interestingFollow/subscribe so you don’t miss what’s nextCheck out our Crime Chats merch on Amazon!https://streamelements.com/crime-chats/tipbuymeacoffee.com/crimechats
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  Lisa McDaniel, Medical Child Abuse & the Questions Surrounding Collin McDaniel’s Death 19.05.2026 1ч 10мин

  This week on Crime Chats, we discuss the heartbreaking and disturbing story of Collin McDaniel, a young boy whose life was surrounded by hospitals, medications, medical procedures, and a devastating diagnosis that many now believe was never real.At the center of the case is his mother, Lisa McDaniel, who presented Collin as critically ill for years while gaining sympathy, attention, and support from those around her. As investigators and medical professionals began looking deeper into the case, troubling questions emerged:Was Collin truly suffering from the diseases his mother claimed he had?Were unnecessary medical treatments making him sicker?Did the medical system fail to protect him?And could this be a devastating case of Medical Child Abuse — also known as Munchausen by Proxy?⚠️ Trigger WarningThis episode discusses medical child abuse, severe mental health issues, and child death. Listener discretion is advised.This case is difficult, emotional, and deeply unsettling. It highlights how vulnerable children can become when the people meant to protect them are the ones causing harm.🔍 What We CoverThe symptoms that first led Lisa McDaniel to bring her son to the hospitalCollin's Neuromyelitis Optica diagnosisTreatments given to Collin in the hospitalLisa McDaniel's advocacy and blogging about her son's illnessCollin's tragic death and the questions surrounding it📚 SourcesDunlop, A. (Host). (2025). Nobody Should Believe Me (Season 6) [Audio podcast season].Dunlop, A. (2025, July 7). Justice for Collin. Patreon.🧠 Resources on Medical Child Abuse & Munchausen by ProxyThe Mother Next Door by Andrea Dunlop & Mike Weber A deep dive into three heartbreaking Munchausen by Proxy / Medical Child Abuse cases from the host of Nobody Should Believe Me. The book explores how these cases develop, how systems fail children, and the lasting impact on survivors and families. (https://amzn.to/4dbUeXX)Sickened: The Memoir of a Munchausen by Proxy Childhood by Julie Gregory A memoir written by a survivor of Munchausen by Proxy that gives a firsthand look at growing up under medical abuse. (https://amzn.to/48XUuHI)💬 Join the ConversationDo you think, as we do, that the Guthy Jackson Foundation should have done more to vet Lisa McDaniel before giving her such an important job? Should Guthy Jackson being doing more today to right this enormous wrong?☕ Support the ShowIf you’re enjoying Crime Chats and want to support more deep dives like this:Share this episode with someone who would find it interestingFollow/subscribe so you don’t miss what’s nextCheck out our Crime Chats merch on Amazon!https://streamelements.com/crime-chats/tipbuymeacoffee.com/crimechats
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  LaVena Johnson: Suicide or Cover-Up? 12.05.2026 39мин

  In this episode of Crime Chats, we discuss the heartbreaking and highly controversial death of LaVena Johnson.LaVena was a 19-year-old soldier from Missouri serving in Iraq when the Army reported that she had died by suicide inside a contractor’s tent in 2005. But almost immediately, her family began noticing disturbing inconsistencies in the official story.From unexplained injuries and missing evidence to questions surrounding the crime scene itself, this case has left many people wondering what really happened to LaVena overseas. 🧩 What We Cover in This EpisodeWho LaVena Johnson was as a person and as a soldierHow her body was foundKey evidence that clearly points toward a different conclusion than what was given to her family🔎 Key Discussion PointsThe glaring inconsistencies with the investigationDetails of LaVena's superior officer that suggest motiveThe possible psychological aspects to the crime📚 Sourceshttps://www.cid.army.mil/Portals/118/Documents/FOIA-Privacy-Act/CRC_Johnson-Lavena.pdfUniversity, S. (2020, August 5). LaVena Johnson. Say Their Names - Spotlight at Stanford. https://exhibits.stanford.edu/saytheirnames/feature/lavena-johnsonWatkins, D. V. (2018, February 27). The murder of Pfc LaVena Johnson – part 3. Donaldwatkins. https://www.donaldwatkins.com/post/the-murder-of-pfc-lavena-johnson-part-3💬 Join the ConversationLet us know what you think in the comments! Was this a suicide or a cover-up?☕ Support the ShowIf you’re enjoying Crime Chats and want to support more deep dives like this:Share this episode with someone who would find it interestingFollow/subscribe so you don’t miss what’s nextCheck out our Crime Chats merch on Amazon!https://streamelements.com/crime-chats/tipbuymeacoffee.com/crimechats
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  Why Would Mommy Do This To Us? The Terrible Crimes of Diane Downs 05.05.2026 51мин

  This week, we’re diving into the case of Diane Downs. A story that continues to disturb and true crime listeners to this day decades later.What was reported as a horrific roadside attack on a mother and her three children quickly began to unravel as investigators examined the details more closely. From the timeline of events, to witness statements, to physical evidence that didn’t match the original story, the case took a very different direction than what was first presented.🧩 What We Cover in This EpisodeThe night of the shooting and the original account givenWhy ballistics evidence became a turning point in the investigationKey inconsistencies that raised major questions for detectivesThe testimony and statements that shaped the case in courtHow one child’s hospital statement became a critical piece of evidence📚 SourcesNote: Some dialogue in this episode is paraphrased from court testimony, investigative records, and contemporaneous reporting for narrative clarity.ABC News. (n.d.). Diane Downs case coverage.ABC News. (Producer). (n.d.). 20/20: Diane Downs case [Television broadcast].Child killer denied parole for fourth time. (2025). Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/ie/blog/crime-she-writes/202512/child-killer-denied-parole-for-fourth-time?.comDowns v. Hoyt, 232 F.3d 1031 (9th Cir. 2000).Oprah Winfrey Network. (2010, October 22). The daughter of Diane Downs. Oprah.com. https://www.oprah.com/oprahshow/the-daughter-of-diane-downs?.comNBC News. (1983–1984). Archived coverage of the Diane Downs case.Rule, A. (1987). Small sacrifices. New York, NY: Signet.State v. Downs, 68 Or. App. 679, 685 P.2d 476 (Or. Ct. App. 1984).Wikipedia contributors. (n.d.). Diane Downs. In Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Retrieved April 30, 2026, from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diane_DownsWinfrey, O. (Host). (2010). The daughter of Diane Downs speaks out [Television episode].💬 Join the ConversationLet us know your thoughts!☕ Support the ShowIf you’re enjoying Crime Chats and want to support more deep dives like this:Share this episode with someone who would find it interestingFollow/subscribe so you don’t miss what’s nextBuy some of our merch on Amazon!https://streamelements.com/crime-chats/tiphttps://buymeacoffee.com/crimechats
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  The Strange Case of Winnie Ruth Judd 28.04.2026 37мин

  This week, we’re chatting about Winnie Ruth Judd. This is one of the most bizarre and confusing cases we’ve covered so far… and honestly? We’re still not sure what to believe. 😳From a fresh start in Phoenix to an illicit affair, things quickly spiral into a case of contradictions, unanswered questions, and decisions that just don’t add up.🔍 What We CoverWinnie's marriage to Dr. C JuddHer move to Arizona for her healthThe illicit affair that became the catalyst for her crimeThat fateful Bridge night with the girlsHer trial, conviction, death sentence, and insanity pleaHow she evaded justice at every turn📚 Sources“Murder & Mayhem - the Strange Saga of Winnie Ruth Judd.” Arizona Memory Project, azmemory.azlibrary.gov/nodes/view/303.Arizona Historical Society database and uploadsWikipedia Contributors. “Winnie Ruth Judd.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 29 Mar. 2026, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winnie_Ruth_Judd#Jack_Halloran☕ Support the ShowIf you’re enjoying Crime Chats and want to support more deep dives like this:Share this episode with someone who would find it interestingFollow/subscribe so you don’t miss what’s nexthttps://streamelements.com/crime-chats/tiphttps://buymeacoffee.com/crimechats
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  Survivor Sisters (Part 2 of 2) | Epstein Series Finale 22.04.2026 57мин

  This is it. The final chapter in our deep dive. We are almost done with this atrocious man.But this episode isn’t about Jeffrey Epstein.It’s about the women who lived through it and how they got their voices heard.In this two-part finale, we’re shifting the focus where it belongs: onto the survivors. Their stories, their strength, and the long road to being heard.Because for years, they weren’t.⚠️ Content WarningThis episode includes discussion of:Sexual abuseTraffickingGrooming and exploitationPlease listen with care.🎙️ What We CoverAcross these two back-to-back episodes, we dive into:How the girls were recruitedThe “massages for money” scheme"Peer network" recruitment pipelinesTrust-based and opportunity-based groomingHow young they wereMany were just 14–16 years oldOthers, like Maria Farmer, were targeted differently as young adultsHow they sought justiceEarly reports that went ignoredCivil lawsuits and federal casesVictim impact statements that finally gave them a voiceWhat happened nextThe long, frustrating legal battlesThe exposure of systemic failuresThe eventual shift toward accountability and public awareness🧩 A Note on This FinaleThis episode is split into two parts released together, because one just didn’t feel like enough space.There are tangents. There are moments of anger. There are also moments of comedic relief because that's just how we are. But every bit of it felt worth including.📚 Further Reading (Support Survivor Voices)If you want to hear directly from survivors in their own words, these memoirs offer powerful, firsthand accounts:Silenced No More by Sarah Ransome (https://amzn.to/3QmM9Xo)Nobody's Girl by Virginia Giuffre (https://amzn.to/4vL927k)These books go deeper into their experiences, resilience, and the long road to speaking out.☕ Support the ShowIf you’re enjoying Crime Chats and want to support more deep dives like this:Share this episode with someone who would find it interestingFollow/subscribe so you don’t miss what’s nexthttps://streamelements.com/crime-chats/tiphttps://buymeacoffee.com/crimechats
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  Survivor Sisters (Part 1 of 2) | Epstein Series Finale 21.04.2026 57мин

  This is it. The final chapter in our deep dive. We are almost done with this atrocious man.But this episode isn’t about Jeffrey Epstein.It’s about the women who lived through it and how they got their voices heard.In this two-part finale, we’re shifting the focus where it belongs: onto the survivors. Their stories, their strength, and the long road to being heard.Because for years, they weren’t.⚠️ Content WarningThis episode includes discussion of:Sexual abuseTraffickingGrooming and exploitationPlease listen with care.🎙️ What We CoverAcross these two back-to-back episodes, we dive into:How the girls were recruitedThe “massages for money” scheme"Peer network" recruitment pipelinesTrust-based and opportunity-based groomingHow young they wereMany were just 14–16 years oldOthers, like Maria Farmer, were targeted differently as young adultsHow they sought justiceEarly reports that went ignoredCivil lawsuits and federal casesVictim impact statements that finally gave them a voiceWhat happened nextThe long, frustrating legal battlesThe exposure of systemic failuresThe eventual shift toward accountability and public awareness🧩 A Note on This FinaleThis episode is split into two parts released together, because one just didn’t feel like enough space.There are tangents. There are moments of anger. There are also moments of comedic relief because that's just how we are. But every bit of it felt worth including.📚 Further Reading (Support Survivor Voices)If you want to hear directly from survivors in their own words, these memoirs offer powerful, firsthand accounts:Silenced No More by Sarah Ransome (https://amzn.to/3QmM9Xo)Nobody's Girl by Virginia Giuffre (https://amzn.to/4vL927k)These books go deeper into their experiences, resilience, and the long road to speaking out.☕ Support the ShowIf you’re enjoying Crime Chats and want to support more deep dives like this:Share this episode with someone who would find it interestingFollow/subscribe so you don’t miss what’s nexthttps://streamelements.com/crime-chats/tiphttps://buymeacoffee.com/crimechats
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  Jeffrey Epstein Deep Dive — Part 4: The Files (Part 3 of 3) 14.04.2026 40мин

  In the final part of our Epstein Files series within a series, we take a step back from the heavier material and start untangling some of the claims and narratives that continue to circulate online.First, we break down an infamous letter allegedly written by Epstein from prison. Does it hold up under scrutiny, or is it just another piece of misinformation?Then, we dive into those widely discussed flight logs. What do they actually tell us? And more importantly…what don’t they prove? We talk about the assumptions people make and why being on a plane doesn’t automatically equal involvement in criminal activity.And finally…we read a completely outrageous (and, honestly, quite funny) letter that was reportedly sent from Epstein’s Palm Beach home years after his death. It’s strange (possibly the strangest thing we've ever read), and raises more questions than answers.This episode is all about separating fact from speculation and reminding ourselves how easy it is for narratives to spiral.🔍 What We Cover:The alleged prison letter: origins, claims, and credibilityBreaking down the Epstein flight logsWhy context matters when interpreting names in documentsPublic assumptions vs. verified factsA shocking and bizarre posthumous letter from Epstein’s Palm Beach residence💭 Key Takeaway:Not everything that circulates online is what it seems. In high-profile cases like this, it’s crucial to question sources, examine context, and avoid jumping to conclusions without evidence. If you're anything like us, you question everything you see and read so, we definitely had some fun with this episode.🎧 Listen & Follow:New episodes of Crime Chats drop every Tuesday. Be sure to follow, rate, and share to help us keep these conversations going.📚 Sources:U.S. Department of Justice records related to Jeffrey EpsteinFederal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) investigative files and publicly released documentsFlight logs associated with Epstein’s private aircraft (commonly referred to as the “Lolita Express”), as entered into evidence in civil litigationJustice.gov, 2026, justice.gov/epstein. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.☕ Support the ShowIf you’re enjoying Crime Chats and want to support more deep dives like this:Share this episode with someone who would find it interestingFollow/subscribe so you don’t miss what’s nexthttps://streamelements.com/crime-chats/tiphttps://buymeacoffee.com/crimechats