Crime B Podcast

In this episode, we step inside one of America’s most famous literary houses—The House of the Seven Gables. Immortalized by Nathaniel Hawthorne, this centuries-old mansion is steeped in family feuds, alleged curses, and whispers of the supernatural. Is it merely a work of fiction inspired by history, or does the house itself carry the weight of dark truths from Salem’s past?  We explore the real people behind the story, the infamou...

In this episode, we explore the tragic and long-unsolved disappearance of Katherine and Sheila Lyon, two sisters whose case became one of the most haunting missing-children stories in American history. On March 25, 1975, 10-year-old Sheila and 12-year-old Katherine Lyon left their home in Wheaton, Maryland, to walk to a nearby shopping mall. They never returned. What followed was a massive search, years of fear and speculation, and...

On Christmas Eve 1945, a devastating house fire in Fayetteville, West Virginia, changed the Sodder family forever. While five of the ten Sodder children were believed to have died in the blaze, no remains were ever found—launching one of the most enduring missing-children mysteries in American history. In this episode, we explore the strange circumstances surrounding the fire, the evidence that didn’t add up, and the decades-long q...

In this episode, we explore the heartbreaking and unsettling case of Sameena Imam, a woman whose life was cut short by those she trusted most. What begins as a seemingly ordinary missing person report on Christmas Eve slowly unravels into a chilling tale of manipulation, hidden relationships, and calculated betrayal. Through careful storytelling, we piece together the final days of Sameena’s life, the web of lies spun around her, a...

In this delightfully dark holiday episode, we dive into the centuries-old Alpine folklore of Krampus, the horned, cloven-footed creature who roams the snowy streets each December. While Saint Nicholas rewards the well-behaved, Krampus deals with the opposite—dragging naughty children off with chains, bells, and a birch rod. We explore the origins, the evolution, and the modern resurgence of this wintertime monster, blending history...

In this holiday-themed true crime episode, we explore one of California’s most shocking Christmas Eve tragedies: the Covina Massacre, committed by Bruce Jeffrey Pardo in 2008. What began as a family celebration quickly turned into a night of unthinkable horror. We break down the events leading up to the attack, the motives behind it, the gruesome details of the crime, and its lasting impact on the survivors and community.

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In this episode, we discuss The Lawson Family Murders of 1929. On Christmas Day in rural North Carolina, Charles Davis Lawson shocked the community when he murdered his wife and six of his seven children before taking his own life. Nearly a century later, the case remains shrouded in mystery, unanswered questions, and chilling speculation about what really pushed Charles over the edge. We explore the family’s life before the traged...

In this episode, we dive into one of America’s most haunting and enduring true-crime mysteries—the murder of Elizabeth Short, forever immortalized in headlines as The Black Dahlia. We explore who Elizabeth really was beyond the sensationalism, the chilling details of her 1947 murder, and the tangled web of theories that continue to grip the world nearly eight decades later.

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Nestled in the heart of Estes Park, Colorado, The Stanley Hotel is known for its grand architecture, breathtaking mountain views — and spine-chilling ghost stories. In this episode, we explore the fascinating history behind one of America’s most iconic and haunted hotels. From its luxurious beginnings under inventor Freelan Oscar Stanley to its eerie connection with Stephen King’s The Shining, The Stanley Hotel has captured the ima...

In this episode, we uncover the horrifying story of Lawrence Singleton, a man whose brutal crime in 1978 shocked the nation — and whose release from prison would later ignite outrage across America.  We revisit the attack on Mary Vincent, a 15-year-old hitchhiker whose courage and resilience turned her into a symbol of survival. Left for dead after enduring unimaginable violence, Mary’s escape and testimony brought Singleton to jus...

In this episode, we dive into the disturbing case of Anthony Stockelman, a man whose crime shocked the small community of Crothersville, Indiana. In 2005, 10-year-old Katie Collman disappeared while walking home — her body would later be found in a creek just miles from her home. Anthony Stockelman is captured and held accountable, but what happened after his conviction made headlines again — when justice was served in an unexpecte...

In this episode, we uncover the dark and disturbing history of the LaLaurie Mansion, one of the most infamous homes in New Orleans and a cornerstone of French Quarter legend. Behind its elegant façade lies a story of unimaginable cruelty, hidden horror, and restless spirits said to haunt its halls to this day.  We’ll explore the life of Madame Delphine LaLaurie, a wealthy socialite whose charm and status masked a terrifying secret ...

In this chilling episode, we delve into the life and crimes of Dennis Nilsen — one of Britain’s most notorious serial killers. Known as “The Kindly Killer,” Nilsen preyed on young, vulnerable men in London between 1978 and 1983, luring them into his home with promises of friendship and shelter. Once inside, his victims met a horrifying fate. Listeners will also learn how a routine plumbing issue ultimately led to his capture

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In this episode, we step inside one of America’s most infamous prisons — The Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield, Ohio. Known for its breathtaking Gothic architecture and chilling paranormal reputation, the Reformatory has a dark past that’s as fascinating as it is tragic. We explore the prison’s origins in the late 1800s, its transformation from a place of reform...

On this episode, we dive into the haunting and unresolved case of Cindy Song, a 21-year-old Penn State student who vanished without a trace in the early morning hours of November 1, 2001. After celebrating Halloween with friends at a costume party, Cindy accepted a ride home and was last seen entering her apartment in State College, Pennsylvania. She never showed up for classes, work, or to see friends again. Despite extensive sear...

In this episode, we unravel the case of Stephanie Lazarus—a former LAPD detective whose double life stunned both her colleagues and the public. By day, she was a respected officer, but behind the badge, Lazarus harbored an obsession with a past relationship that would end in murder. We’ll revisit the brutal 1986 killing of Sherri Rasmussen, the initial investigation that went cold, and how advanced DNA technology—paired with dogged...

In this episode, we dive into one of the most infamous cases in American true crime history — the story of Lizzie Borden. In 1892, the quiet town of Fall River, Massachusetts, was shaken when Andrew and Abby Borden were brutally murdered in their home with an axe. Suspicion quickly fell on Andrew’s daughter, Lizzie, whose trial became a national sensation. Was Lizzie truly guilty, or was she a victim of circumstance and sensational...

In this episode, we step aboard one of the most famous ocean liners in history — the RMS Queen Mary. Launched in 1936, this luxury ship carried royalty, celebrities, and thousands of passengers across the Atlantic before serving as a crucial troopship during World War II. Today, she rests permanently in Long Beach, California, as a hotel, museum, and paranormal hotspot.

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On December 6, 1991, the city of Austin, Texas was shaken to its core by one of the most brutal crimes in its history. Four teenage girls—Jennifer Harbison, Sarah Harbison, Eliza Thomas, and Amy Ayers—were working and hanging out at a local "I Can’t Believe It’s Yogurt!" shop when a devastating fire revealed a horrific crime scene. All four had been murdered, their lives cut short in a way that left investigators and the community ...