Crime B Podcast

In this episode we explore the heartbreaking case of Megan Kanka, a 7-year-old girl from Hamilton Township, New Jersey, whose 1994 murder shocked the nation and led to sweeping legal reform. Megan was lured into her neighbor’s home, assaulted, and murdered by Jesse Timmendequas, a convicted sex offender who lived across the street—unknown to her family and the community. The public outcry after her murder led to the creation of “Me...

In this episode, we dive into the case of Danielle Boone, an 18-year-old mother whose life was tragically cut short in May 2005. Danielle had recently given birth to her daughter, Chyanne, with her boyfriend, Jamel Hatcher. Despite their shared joy, underlying tensions and personal struggles culminated in a devastating act of violence. Listen as we explore the events leading up to that fateful day, the aftermath, and the broader im...

In this episode, we dive into the story of David Copeland, the man behind a series of nail bomb attacks that terrorized London in 1999. Over the course of three consecutive weekends, Copeland targeted communities in Brixton, Brick Lane, and Soho — aiming to ignite a race war in Britain. We examine his early life, his descent into far-right extremism, and how a blend of psychological instability and ideological hatred led to a horri...

In this episode, we dive into one of America’s most controversial and confounding true crime cases: the murder of Colette MacDonald and her two young daughters in 1970, and the decades-long legal saga of Dr. Jeffrey MacDonald. Was he a grieving husband wrongly accused—or a cold-blooded killer who staged a brutal crime scene?

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In this episode, we dive into one of America’s most controversial and confounding true crime cases: the murder of Colette MacDonald and her two young daughters in 1970, and the decades-long legal saga of Dr. Jeffrey MacDonald. Was he a grieving husband wrongly accused—or a cold-blooded killer who staged a brutal crime scene?

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In this episode, we explore the shocking case of William Talbott II, a Washington truck driver who led an apparently ordinary life—until DNA evidence connected him to a brutal double homicide from 1987. Discover how cutting-edge genetic genealogy and a persistent cold case team cracked a mystery that haunted two families for over 30 years. We dive into the murders of Jay Cook and Tanya Van Cuylenborg, the trail that went cold, and ...

In this episode, we dive into the heartbreaking true story of Florence “Sally” Horner, the young girl whose kidnapping in 1948 served as a chilling real-life parallel to the fictional events in Vladimir Nabokov’s controversial novel Lolita. Florence's story remained in the shadows for decades, but recent investigations have brought her name back into the light. Join us as we uncover the details of her abduction and her tragic story...

In this episode, we dive into the harrowing story of Vera Jo Reigle, a 24-year-old woman from Findlay, Ohio, whose life was marked by vulnerability and betrayal. Despite her cognitive challenges, Vera Jo achieved milestones like earning her high school diploma. However, her association with the Brooks family led to a series of abuses that culminated in her brutal murder in 2011. We explore the circumstances that led to her death, t...

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In this episode, we dive deep into the chilling case of Lewis Daynes, a 19-year-old who lured 14-year-old Breck Bednar to his death in 2014. What began as online gaming sessions among friends quickly spiraled into a disturbing story of manipulation, control, and a horrifying crime that shocked the UK.

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In this episode, we dive into the shocking case of Diane Downs, a mother whose heinous crime shocked the nation. In 1983, Downs claimed that a stranger had attempted to carjack her and shot her three children in the process. However, inconsistencies in her story led investigators down a dark path, revealing a chilling truth. Join us as we explore the crime, the investigation, and the trial that captivated the country.

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In this episode, we dive into the dramatic and perplexing case of Joan Robinson Hill and John Hill—an elite Houston couple whose lives ended under suspicious circumstances. Joan, a glamorous socialite and accomplished equestrian, died suddenly in 1969 under mysterious conditions. Her husband, Dr. John Hill, was accused of her murder but was later gunned down in a shocking twist of fate. Join us as we unravel this Southern tale of w...

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the heartbreaking and horrifying case of Shanda Sharer, a 12-year-old girl whose life was brutally cut short in 1992. This case shocked the nation due to its sheer brutality and the young ages of everyone involved. We’ll discuss the events leading up to the murder, the perpetrators, the legal aftermath, and the lasting impact of this crime.

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In this episode, we dive into the chilling case of the Wanstrath murders, one of the most shocking family tragedies in Texas history. Initially ruled as a murder-suicide, the case took a dramatic turn when new evidence pointed to a sinister murder-for-hire plot. Join us as we unravel the twisted web of deception, greed, and betrayal that led to the downfall of an unsuspecting family and the shocking truth behind the crime.

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In this episode, we dive into the tragic case of April Tinsley, an 8-year-old girl whose murder haunted Fort Wayne, Indiana for over three decades. From her disappearance in 1988 to the shocking arrest of John Miller in 2018, this case highlights the power of forensic genealogy—and the determination of law enforcement who refused to give up. Join us as we uncover the twists, the taunts, and the final justice for April.

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In this episode, we dive into the tragic and controversial case of Ruth Ellis, the last woman to be executed in the United Kingdom. We explore her early life, the turbulent relationship that led to a crime of passion, and the trial that shocked the nation. Was justice truly served, or was Ruth Ellis a victim of a flawed legal system and societal attitudes toward women in the 1950s?

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In this episode, we dive into the incredible life and legendary escape attempt of John K. Giles, a man whose cunning and determination made him one of the most fascinating criminals in U.S. history. Known for his elaborate prison break strategies, Giles’s story is filled with deception, ambition, and an audacious attempt to escape from Alcatraz itself. Was he a criminal mastermind or just a man with relentless determination? Tune i...

 In this episode, we dive into the disturbing case of Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb, two wealthy and highly intelligent young men from Chicago who, in 1924, committed what they believed to be the perfect crime. Motivated by their fascination with committing the perfect crime and a desire to prove their intellectual superiority, they kidnapped and brutally murdered 14-year-old Bobby Franks. But their arrogance led to mistakes that...

In this episode, we dive into the case of Father John Bernard Feit, a Catholic priest whose dark past was hidden for decades. We unravel the shocking murder of Irene Garza, a young schoolteacher and former beauty queen from McAllen, Texas, who vanished after going to confession in 1960. For years, rumors swirled, but justice remained elusive—until a breakthrough finally exposed the truth.

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In this episode, we dive into the tragic and shocking murder of Rick Chance, the successful Arizona businessman and founder of Empire Glass. What seemed like a lucrative career built on hard work and ambition took a dark turn in 2002 when Chance was found dead in a hotel room. Join us as we explore the circumstances leading up to his untimely demise, the key suspects, and the web of deceit and greed that ultimately led to his murde...