True Crime

Hot On The Case

Hot on the Case with Breanna Heim is a true crime podcast that shines a light on unsolved mysteries and the fight for justice. Hosted by Breanna, each episode takes you on a gripping journey through mysterious disappearances, unsolved murders, and overlooked crimes. Whether it’s diving into cold cases, highlighting the work of families fighting for answers, or exploring new developments, Breanna is always “Hot on the Case” working to ensure these stories are never forgotten. Tune in every week for a fresh perspective & a community committed to justice, one cast at a time

Latest Episodes:

Daughter Disappears After Accusing Mom Of Murder - UNSOLVED MYSTERIES Lena Chapin & Gary McCullough Jan 30, 2026

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In this weeks investigation Hot On The Case opens the case file on the chilling disappearance of Lena Chapin and Gary McCullough. Two members of the same family vanished years apart, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions and a mystery that only deepened with time. At the center of the case is a haunting recorded confession that raised more questions than it answered, blurring the line between truth, fear, and manipulation. Featured on Netflix’s Unsolved Mysteries, this case remains one of the most unsettling family disappearance stories, with crucial details still shrouded in uncertainty.

Uncovering The Son Of Sam Conspiracy Jan 23, 2026

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This week’s episode is sponsored by Aprés Nail. They partnered with Liquid Death to create their first ever Press On Collection!

In this week’s investigation, Hot On The Case opens the case file on New York City in the 1970s. A city on edge, gripped by fear, and terrorized by a killer who would become known as the Son of Sam. For decades, the man blamed for the crimes has remained in custody… case closed. But newly examined evidence, overlooked connections, and unsettling inconsistencies suggest he may not have been the mastermind at all, but a fall guy… a small pawn in a much larger and darker game.

Scandalous Affair EXPOSED After MURDER In This Parking Lot Jan 16, 2026

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In this weeks investigation Hot On The Case travels to Boise Idaho in 2011, where affairs and cheating quietly unraveled two married couples, Ashlee and Emmett Corrigan, and Kandi and Rob Hall. What began as secret relationships quickly spiraled into betrayal, jealousy, and mounting tension that no one could control. By the end of the affair, one of these four would be dead, and another would be behind bars for murder.

The Youngest Killer On Death Row Jan 09, 2026

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In this week’s investigation Hot On The Case is transported back to the midst of the Satanic Panic, where fear and hysteria shaped one of America’s most controversial death row cases. At just sixteen years old, Sean Sellers admitted to killing three people and became the first and only person under seventeen to be sentenced to death in the modern era. This episode explores how panic, belief, and justice intersected in a case that still divides the nation.

The Bizarre Death Of Joshua Maddux 'The Boy In The Chimney' Jan 02, 2026

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In the first episode of 2026, Hot On The Case investigates the bizarre disappearance & death of Joshua Maddux, a case that has left online sleuths baffled for over a decade. Found inside a chimney under circumstances that were officially ruled accidental, the details of Joshua’s death are anything but simple. Strange inconsistencies, suspicious clues, & the possibility of a connection to a serial killer still at large.

When a Mother Does The Unthinkable.. Twice Dec 27, 2025

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In this week’s investigation, Hot On The Case deep dives into the case of Paula Sims. The mother who committed unthinkable crimes because she wanted only sons.

Thank you to everyone for all the support this year!

The Night 'Santa' Committed a Christmas Massacre Dec 19, 2025

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In this week’s investigation Hot On The Case goes back to Christmas Eve 2008. The night a man dressed as Santa Claus carried out a brutal attack at a holiday gathering in Covina, California, turning a night of celebration into unimaginable horror. This is the Covina Christmas Eve Massacre.

Serial Killer Let Victims Go & HUNTED Them For SPORT Dec 12, 2025

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In this episode of Hot On The Case we travel to the most northern of United States, the chilly frontier of Alaska, where we uncover the disturbing crimes of serial killer Robert Hansen, a quiet family man and local baker whose unassuming life masked a horrifying secret. For more than a decade Hansen preyed on vulnerable young women in Anchorage, luring them with promises of money or safety before kidnapping them and flying them deep into the Alaskan wilderness. There, he unleashed a terrifying and sadistic ritual, hunting his victims through the remote forests like game. His reign of terror left investigators piecing together a trail of disappearances and fear until one survivor’s escape finally exposed the predator hiding in plain sight.

The Predator Teacher Called ‘Too Pretty for Prison’ - Debra Lafave Dec 05, 2025

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In this week’s investigation, Hot On The Case dives into the infamous case of Debra Lafave.

A name that once dominated headlines and the media circuit, her story has sparked outrage and controversy for decades. This episode unpacks how a married middle school teacher became entangled in an illegal relationship with an 8th grade student & how the phrase “too pretty for prison” became forever tied to her case.

We break down the legal twists, the public reaction, and the unsettling double standards that often arise when gender comes into play in discussions of victims and predators

Full Story Behind 'The Carman Family Deaths' Documentary Changes EVERYTHING Nov 28, 2025

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In this week's episode of Hot On The Case, we dive into why 'The Carman Family Deaths' is one of the most chilling and tangled cases in recent true crime history. What begins as a tragic family mystery quickly unravels into a story filled with suspicious behavior, inheritance drama, and unanswered questions.

In this episode we'll do a deep dive on the case, discuss the recent popular documentary covering it, and touch on all the details the doc missed.