Hosted by three siblings who all share a love of true crime, this podcast keeps it all in the family. Each week, we will be discussing cases from around the globe. Whether it's unsolved or 'case closed', high-profile or unknown, we're on it. Join us every Wednesday for your weekly dose of true crime with a deadly twist!
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In June 2009, a quiet, gray-haired man checked into a Sligo, Ireland hotel under the name Peter Bergmann—a name that would later prove false. Over the next three days, he wandered the town systematically disposing of personal belongings while evading CCTV, and keeping his movements eerily deliberate. When his body washed up dead on a local beach, investigators found no wallet, no phone, no identification—and no clues to who he really was. We retrace his final steps, examine the meticulo...
THE DISAPPEARANCE OF THE SODDER CHILDREN (CHRISTMAS EVE, 1945) (01:17:30)
On Christmas Eve 1945, a devastating house fire tore through the Sodder family home in Fayetteville, West Virginia. By morning, five of the Sodder children were presumed dead. But as the fires were put out, one haunting question remained: where were the bodies? In this episode, we unravel the baffling disappearance of the Sodder Children- from missing remains and incomplete fire investigations to strange sightings, unanswered threats, and a mother who refused to accept the official stor...
REVISITING THE WRONGFUL CONVICTION OF ADNAN SYED (00:52:27)
This week, we’re re-visting one of the most notorious wrongful-conviction cases in modern true crime: the story of Adnan Syed. In this episode, we unravel the whirlwind of developments since his conviction was vacated in 2022 — from the evidence (or lack thereof) that set him free after 23 years behind bars, to the legal rollercoaster that followed. After HBO dropped a brand-new fifth chapter of The Case Against Adnan Syed docuseries, the case has exploded back into the spotlight. We break do...
THE DISAPPEARANCE OF THE SPRINGFIELD THREE (PART 2) (00:58:06)
In June 1992, Suzanne Streeter, her friend Stacy McCall, and Suzanne’s mother, Sherill Levitt, vanished without a trace in the early morning hours. Their home showed almost no signs of disturbance—yet a few unsettling details inside left investigators and the community searching for answers. In part two of our coverage, we explore the leading theories in this perplexing case, including the involvement of two prolific serial killers with strange and compelling connections to the disappearances...
THE DISAPPEARANCE OF THE SPRINGFIELD THREE (PART 1) (00:57:20)
In part one of this two-part episode, we dive into the baffling disappearance of the Springfield Three. In June 1992, Suzanne Streeter, her friend Stacy McCall, and Suzanne’s mother, Sherill Levitt, mysteriously vanished in the early morning hours—leaving behind a home that showed almost no signs of a struggle. Still, several odd details inside the house left investigators and the community puzzled. Despite decades of searches and countless theories, no definitive evidence has ever surfaced a...
THE MYSTERIOUS DEATH OF ELLEN GREENBERG (01:11:20)
CRIME FAMILY is back! In our first episode of season seven, we explore the shocking and deeply disputed 2011 death of 27-year-old Philadelphia teacher Ellen Greenberg, who was found in her locked apartment with 20 stab wounds — yet her death was ultimately ruled a suicide. We walk through the chilling scene, the conflicting autopsy results, and the forensic evidence that has baffled experts and fueled public debate for more than a decade. From the bruises on Ellen’s body to the wo...
THE TRIAL OF SEAN "DIDDY" COMBS (01:11:58)
In our season six finale, we cover the trial of Sean "P. Diddy" Combs. Once a major figure in the music industry, Diddy now faces serious allegations, including sex trafficking, assault, and other federal crimes. We break down the timeline of events — from the first civil lawsuits in 2023 to the federal raids on his homes and the growing list of accusers. We also look at what’s known so far about the government’s case, the response from Diddy’s legal team, and the latest developments from the...
THE WRONGFUL CONVICTION OF THOMAS JAMES (PATREON UNLOCKED) (00:23:51)
This week, we are unlocking a bonus episode from our Patreon page. Originally available since last year for patrons only, it's now available free for everyone. We will be back with our season finale episode next week! What’s in a name? For Thomas James, his name was his downfall. A combination of bad luck, bad police work, and a bad reputation landed Thomas in jail for over 30 years for the murder of Francis McKinnon. What seemed like an open and shut case proved to be a tragic miscarriage of...
THE UNSOLVED DYLAN EHLER CASE (00:44:47)
On May 6, 2020 in the small town of Truro, Nova Scotia, a normal spring afternoon turned into a nightmare when three-year-old Dylan Ehler vanished without a trace. One moment, he was playing in his grandmother’s backyard — the next, he was gone. Within minutes, a frantic search began, and by the end of the day, only two small rubber boots were found near a fast-moving brook. In this episode, we take a closer look at the disappearance of Dylan Ehler — a case that has haunted his family and baf...
THE DEVELOPING CASE OF MISSING SIBLINGS LILLY & JACK SULLIVAN (00:36:16)
On May 2 2025, siblings Lily, aged 6, and Jack, aged 4, disappeared from their home in rural Nova Scotia, leaving behind few clues and countless questions. The peaceful community of Lansdowne Station was shaken as search crews scoured the surrounding forest, but days later, the children remain missing. In this episode, we examine the facts of the case so far, the growing concerns from the public and the questions surrounding how two young children could vanish without a trace. As the investig...
A DEEP DIVE INTO AMANDA KNOX'S MEMOIR "FREE: MY SEARCH FOR MEANING" (00:56:39)
In this episode, we delve into Free: My Search for Meaning, the new memoir from Amanda Knox, whose name became synonymous with one of the most controversial murder cases of the 21st century. We unpack the most compelling takeaways from the book, including Knox’s struggles with re-entry into American life after spending years in an Italian prison, her total loss of anonymity and, years later, her emotional return to Italy to meet face-to-face with the prosecutor who helped put her behin...
THE UNSOLVED DISAPPEARANCE OF KIMBERLY MCANDREW (01:00:50)
On August 12, 1989, nineteen-year-old Kimberly McAndrew left work early on a Saturday afternoon in Halifax, Nova Scotia, excited for the weekend ahead. Somewhere between the store and her home, she vanished. No witnesses, no clear evidence — just a young woman missing without explanation. In the nearly 36 years since she disappeared, the only reported sighting of her was at a flower shop on the opposite side of the city that same afternoon, but there's still a debate about whether this was ac...
THE MURDERS OF STEPHEN BERRY AND STONI BLAIR (PATREON UNLOCKED) (00:40:03)
*This week, in lieu of a regular episode, we're bringing you a bonus case from the Patreon vault. Originally released in 2022 as a Patreon bonus, we're now unlocking it for all listeners. * It took years for authorities to uncover the horror that had taken place at the home of Mitchelle Blair and her four children. When she was evicted from her apartment, the single mother was found nearby at a neighbour's home with only two of her children. Where were Stephen and Stoni? How had years gone ...
THE KIDNAPPING HOAX OF SHERRI PAPINI (01:03:26)
In November 2016, Sherri Papini — a young mother of two from Redding, California — vanished during a routine jog, triggering a frantic three-week search and nationwide media attention. Twenty-two days later, she reappeared beaten and shackled on the side of a highway and her account of a violent abduction by two masked women shocked the public and baffled investigators. But as the years passed, cracks in her story began to show. In this episode, we unravel Sherri's web of lies, the fore...
THE UNSOLVED DISAPPEARANCE OF MAURA MURRAY (01:26:55)
On February 9, 2004, 21-year-old nursing student Maura Murray drove from the University of Massachusetts campus to the snowy backroads of rural New Hampshire—and disappeared after a minor car accident, leaving behind a wrecked car, some belongings and more questions than answers. This week, we dive into the strange and unsettling details of one of the most haunting missing persons cases in modern true crime. We discuss cryptic emails and sudden travel plans to witness accounts and bran...
KIMBERLY SULLIVAN'S HOUSE OF HORRORS: A DEVELOPING STORY (00:56:46)
On February 17, 2025, firefighters responded to a house fire in Waterbury, Connecticut. But what they discovered was far more shocking than the flames—a severely emaciated 32-year-old man, the unmistakable victim of years of neglect and abuse. Authorities now allege that he had been held captive in that home for over two decades, since the age of 11. As more details emerge, disturbing accounts of his ordeal paint a grim picture of a system that failed him. Evidence suggests that officials had...
THE UNSOLVED DISAPPEARANCE OF BRYCE LASPISA (01:14:38)
Bryce Laspisa returned to college for his sophomore year after a successful freshman year and a great summer. But within days of the new semester, his behaviour took a sudden and troubling turn—he began staying up all night, drinking heavily, and misusing Vyvanse (a stimulant similar to Adderall) without a prescription. One night while acting erratically, he calls his mother and says he has something important to tell her. Soon after, he sets off on what should have been a simple seven-hour d...
SHOCKING UPDATES IN THE IDAHO MURDERS CASE (00:47:18)
This week, we discuss the intriguing updates in the Idaho Murders case. As Bryan Kohberger (the man charged with the quadruple murder of four college students in November 2022) prepares for trial, new insights into his defense team's arguments have been revealed. We also listen to the newly released 911 call from the two surviving roommates- a call that has been kept away from the public until now. Plus, we uncover new possible doubt about the crucial DNA evidence. Join us for all the most re...
THE CASE OF "WELLNESS SCAMMER" BELLE GIBSON (00:57:42)
This week, we discuss the gripping story of Belle Gibson, the Australian wellness influencer whose empire was built on lies and deception. Claiming to have cured her terminal brain cancer through diet and natural remedies, Belle rose to fame in the health and wellness world, except her story was far from the truth. Behind her carefully curated online persona, Gibson was concealing the fact that she had never been diagnosed with cancer. We dive into how Gibson used her fabricated cancer journe...
MAJOR UPDATES IN THE UNSOLVED ASHA DEGREE CASE (00:51:04)
Big updates have emerged in the case of Asha Degree! In February 2000, 9-year-old Asha vanished from her home in the middle of a stormy night. Despite a few reported sightings of her from that night, she was never seen or heard from again. For nearly 25 years, the mystery surrounding her disappearance remained unsolved. This week, we explore the significant breakthroughs in the case, including the discovery of new DNA evidence, search warrants conducted by the FBI, and potentially damning tex...
THE MYSTERIOUS DEATH OF AMANDA ANTONI (01:35:46)
This week, we discuss the mysterious death of 31-year-old Amanda Antoni, whose body was discovered in the basement of the family home under suspicious circumstances in Calgary, Canada. What initially seemed like an unfortunate accident soon turned into a case full of unanswered questions. We walk through the timeline of events from Amanda's last known whereabouts to the moment her husband Lee discovered her body in the basement days later. We’ll also discuss the investigation, what was uncove...
"MOMFLUENCER" EXPOSED: THE RUBY FRANKE & JODI HILDEBRANDT CASE (01:09:26)
This week, we’re covering the disturbing case of Ruby Franke, the "momfluencer" behind the successful YouTube channel 8 Passengers, and her business partner, Jodi Hildebrandt. Once known for showcasing her family's lives online, Ruby’s picture-perfect image came crashing down when she and Jodi were arrested on serious child abuse charges. How did things get so bad? What warning signs were missed? And how did they keep their dark secrets hidden for so long? Join us as we break down the case, t...
THE DISAPPEARANCE OF AMY LYNN BRADLEY (01:27:30)
This week, we discuss the case of Amy Lynn Bradley, a vibrant 23-year-old woman who vanished without a trace while on a family cruise aboard the Royal Caribbean’s Rhapsody of the Seas in March 1998. Despite extensive searches and investigations, Amy’s whereabouts remain a mystery. This twist-filled story includes several chilling sightings and unanswered questions. We dive into the eerie timeline of events leading up to her disappearance, witness accounts, and the strange behavior of crew mem...
THE MURDER OF UNITED HEALTHCARE CEO BRIAN THOMPSON (01:29:37)
This week, we discuss the shocking murder of Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, who was fatally shot outside the New York Hilton Midtown hotel in December 2024. Thompson, a prominent leader in the health care industry, was in New York for a conference when his life was tragically cut short. We delve into the life of the alleged perpetrator, 26-year-old Luigi Mangione, who was arrested days later in Altoona, Pennsylvania, and now faces multiple charges, including murder as an act of ...
THE MURDER TRIALS OF LYLE AND ERIK MENENDEZ (01:27:22)
In this episode, we explore the infamous case of Erik and Lyle Menendez, who were accused of murdering their affluent parents, José and Kitty Menendez, in their Beverly Hills residence in August 1989 after years of alleged sexual abuse. Following the release of the recent "The Menendez Brothers," documentary on Netflix, new developments have reignited national discourse regarding the case and we discuss the ongoing debate surrounding the potential revision of their sentences, which could lea...
