This True Crimecast episode examines the heartbreaking case of Douglas Harless, a 63-year-old man from Laurel County, Kentucky, who was tragically killed during a botched police raid. Mistakenly targeting the wrong home in their search for a stolen Weed Eater, law enforcement officers ended up taking an innocent life. Jamie and John delve into the details of the fatal error, drawing parallels to past cases of police misconduct and exploring the critical questions surrounding the raid. Was this a case of gross negligence, or does it point to deeper systemic issues in law enforcement? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

In this explosive episode, we dive into the dark and controversial world of WWE and its infamous former chairman, Vince McMahon. In addition to the recent sexual allegations, we uncover decades of alleged misconduct, secret settlements, and abuse of power. As we explore the systemic issues within WWE, we hear voices from former wrestlers, employees, and industry insiders sharing their experiences and reactions to the growing scandal. With federal investigations underway, this episode sheds light on the twisted legacy of Vince McMahon and the culture of silence that enabled his reign. Will the truth finally unravel the real Mr. McMahon? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

Welcome, true-crime lovers, to New Year, New Binge 2025 Edition! What you’ll find included is your guide to an exciting lineup of podcasts that will make 2025 your best year for listening yet. New Years is a time for resolutions, and mine is simple: to share with you the most captivating, chilling, and downright binge-worthy true-crime podcasts. Whether you’re looking to uncover unsolved mysteries or dive into deep investigative storytelling, I’ve got you covered. Be sure to follow all of the podcasts you enjoyed so you never miss a new episode. Podcasts are listed below in the order in which you will be introduced to them: Part 1: Reverie True Crime https://linktr.ee/paigeelmore Fresh Hell Podcast https://freshhellpodcast.com/ Malice https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/malice-a-true-crime-podcast/id1471251398 Women & Crime https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com True Crimecast https://linktr.ee/truecrimecast The Dark Oak Podcast thedarkoak.com Part 2: Coffee and Cases Podcast https://linktr.ee/coffeeandcases Heart Starts Pounding https://www.heartstartspounding.com/ Mortal Musings Podcast https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast True Crime Creepers https://linktr.ee/TrueCrimeCreepers Private Dicks Podcast https://linktr.ee/privatedicks Twisted Travel and True Crime https://linktr.ee/twistedtraveltruecrimepodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

The Loretto Chapel in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is home to a staircase shrouded in mystery and wonder. Built in the late 19th century by an unknown carpenter who disappeared without a trace, the staircase defies conventional engineering with its two 360-degree turns and lack of a central support. Was this architectural marvel a product of divine intervention or the work of an unrecognized genius? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

In 1950, a fiery explosion leveled the West Side Baptist Church in Beatrice, Nebraska, just as choir practice was set to begin. Miraculously, all 15 choir members—known for their punctuality—were late that evening, each delayed by seemingly trivial reasons. Was it a stroke of incredible luck, or something more divine? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

In the next chapter of our Vince McMahon saga, we dive into one of the darkest chapters in WWE history: the "Ring Boy" scandal. This tale exposes the systemic failures that allowed young boys, employed to assist with wrestling events, to fall victim to abuse. We explore the disturbing allegations against WWE employees Mel Phillips, Terry Garvin, and Pat Patterson, and the subsequent legal battles that followed. From shocking testimonies to the ripple effects on the victims’ lives, this story unveils the hidden truths behind the glitz and glamour of professional wrestling. With new lawsuits and legal challenges emerging decades later, we examine the ongoing quest for justice and accountability. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

Today, we examine the shocking crime that unfolded on a New York City subway when a woman was set on fire aboard a stationary train at the Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue station. We delve into the chilling details, from the suspect's calm demeanor as he watched his victim succumb to the flames, to his subsequent arrest hours later on the same subway line. Jamie also discloses some recent issues his family has encountered in the Big Apple. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

In the first episode of our Vince McMahon series, we delve into one of the darkest days in WWE history—the tragic death of Owen Hart. A beloved wrestler with a legacy shaped by the iconic Hart family, Owen’s life was cut short during a stunt gone wrong at the 1999 Over the Edge pay-per-view. We discuss the circumstances surrounding his fatal fall, the controversial decision to continue the show, and the lasting impact on his family and the wrestling world. Join us as we explore Owen’s legacy, the ensuing legal battle, and how his tragic story forever changed professional wrestling. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

In this gripping episode of True Crimecast, we unravel the chilling story of Mark Twitchell, the "Dexter Killer," whose obsession with a fictional vigilante led him to blur the lines between fantasy and reality. Twitchell lured unsuspecting victims through online dating platforms, using elaborate ruses and horror-movie tactics to trap them. While one victim, Gilles Tetreault, narrowly escaped with his life, another, Johnny Altinger, tragically fell into Twitchell’s meticulously planned trap. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

Courtney Lund O'Neil joins the show today to talk about her new book: Postmortem: What Survives the John Wayne Gacy Murders. Growing up, Courtney knew her mother was involved in something traumatic as a teenager. As it turns out, she (Dr. Kim Byers) was the last person to see John Wayne Gacy's final victim alive. This had a major impact on Dr. Lund as she matured and played a huge role in her approach to being a mother. Years ago, Courtney decided that she wanted to advocate for the stories of those impacted by the monsters that are the focus of most true crime stories. That driving force led her to write Postmortem: What Survives the John Wayne Gacy Murders, a beautiful plunge into the pain, trauma, and healing of her mother and others in the wake of John Wayne Gacy's killing spree. Find Postmortem: What Survives the John Wayne Gacy Murders here! To learn more about Courtney, visit her website. Courtney Lund O’Neil is a California-based writer with a focus in memoir, literary journalism, and true crime. Her writing has appeared in The New York Times, Glamour, The Washington Post, Oprah Daily, Parents, Chicago Tribune, Harper’s Bazaar, The Normal School, The Columbia Journal, and more. The recipient of the Marcia McQuern Award for excellence in Creative Nonfiction and the Marye Lynn Cummings Endowed Scholarship in both Creative Nonfiction and Poetry, she holds a PhD from Oklahoma State University and a MFA from University of California, Riverside. She lives with her husband and children in Southern California. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

In one of the worst sex crimes in modern history, Gisèle Pelicot boldly stepped forward to tell her story in order to help others get justice. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

For decades, Christian Karl Gerhartsreiter lived a life built entirely on deception. Masquerading as "Clark Rockefeller," a member of one of America’s most elite families, he conned his way into high society, manipulated those closest to him, and ultimately left a trail of crime and tragedy. From his humble beginnings in Germany to a high-stakes kidnapping in Boston and a chilling murder mystery in California, Gerhartsreiter’s story is as shocking as it is unsettling. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

Karen Mackenzie had just celebrated Christmas with her 3 children, but little did she know it would be their last. Someone murdered Karen and her three children. The crime scene was so disturbing, that multiple detectives left police work altogether. Could police find the monster responsible? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

When the CEO of United Health Care was gunned down outside a hotel, the internet was full of folks praising the killer as a hero. We are not those people. Murder is not the answer to our healthcare system's issues. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

When a 10-year-old walked alone to a Dollar General near his rural Georgia home, it sparked a chain of events that landed his mother, Brittany Patterson, in handcuffs. Was this an example of reckless parenting, or an overreach by law enforcement? Join us as we unpack this controversial case, exploring the fine line between child safety and parental rights, the legal gray area surrounding neglect, and the broader societal debate on raising independent kids. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

Harold Shipman was trusted as a devoted family doctor in the small town of Hyde, England, but his legacy is one of terror and betrayal. Behind the mask of compassion, Shipman was a cold-blooded killer, responsible for the deaths of over 200 patients under his care. From his early life shaped by personal loss to the horrifying discoveries that exposed his crimes, this episode unravels the chilling story of how one of Britain’s most prolific serial killers used his position to commit murder undetected for decades. Join us as we explore the investigations that failed to stop him, the forensic evidence that finally brought him to justice, and the devastating impact his actions had on families, medical ethics, and the community he betrayed. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

In this episode of True Crimecast, we delve into the horrifying events of the 2008 Covina Massacre. On Christmas Eve, Bruce Jeffrey Pardo, consumed by rage and bitterness after a messy divorce, arrived at his ex-wife’s family Christmas party dressed as Santa Claus and unleashed a deadly attack. Armed with multiple weapons and a sinister plan, Pardo claimed nine lives, including that of an 8-year-old girl, before taking his own life. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

In this episode of True Crimecast, we uncover the chilling story of Charles H. Ellis, a small-town man murdered in 1986 by his own son, Charles T. Ellis. What seemed like a tragic accident was revealed to be a cold and calculated crime, involving antifreeze-laced iced tea, financial fraud, and eerie claims of cult rituals. With connections to reality TV star Amy Halterman of 1000-Lb. Sisters, this case resurfaces decades later, raising haunting questions about betrayal, greed, and family secrets. Join us as we explore this deeply unsettling story and its lasting impact. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

In May 1992, the disappearance of 10-year-old Deanna Seifert sent shockwaves through the quiet Detroit suburb of Warren. What started as a sleepover with friends turned into a tragedy that would haunt her family and community for decades. This episode delves into the heartbreaking events surrounding Deanna’s abduction and murder, the troubling trail of evidence, and the conviction of a suspect who still maintains his innocence. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

Nurses are angels walking among us. However, even angels have fallen. Bobbie Sue Terrell was responsible for at least 14 deaths of elderly patients under her care. What motive could she possibly have other than a heart full of evil? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.