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**Real Life Real Crime**

Twisted, gruesome, sometimes funny, but always true: Real Life Real Crime is a multi-award-winning weekly true crime podcast hosted by Woody Overton. Known for his appearances on Dateline, Woody takes listeners on deep dives into cases he has personally worked, offering a unique and exclusive perspective that only he can share. His extensive knowledge from real cases, along with his captivating storytelling ability, has led to what the news media and loyal fans describe as a “cult following.”

In addition to “Real Life Real Crime,” Woody is dedicated to solving cold cases and actively works with families seeking justice and closure. His commitment to these efforts is reflected in his development of new projects, including "#JusticeFor", highlighting the importance of advocacy in the true crime community, and dives into intense tales in “Scorched,” which examines cases of severe miscarriages of justice while offering insights into the complexities of the legal system. In addition Woody hosts “True Crime Time For,” which is co-hosted by his wife, Cyndi Overton. Together, they explore intriguing stories, bringing their unique dynamic to the table. Join Woody and Cyndi on this riveting journey as they uncover the truth behind real-life crime.

Latest Episodes:

True Crime Time For May 13, 2026 | MOVE Bombing, Baby Murder, Wedding Assassination & Cold Case Arrest May 13, 2026

Show notes

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, Woody Overton returns after multiple technical difficulties in the studio and delivers a packed episode covering family violence, cold case breakthroughs, international crime, and disturbing abuse cases.

“This Day in History” focuses on the 1985 MOVE bombing in Philadelphia, when police dropped military-grade explosives on the headquarters of the black liberation group MOVE, killing 11 people — including five children — and destroying more than 60 surrounding homes.

Woody also continues asking listeners to share and support:

👉 #WhatHappenedToMadison

👉 #JusticeforBarbaraBlount

👉 #JusticeforBradley

👉 #JusticeForAO

Additional stories include:

A Baton Rouge father charged with first-degree murder after allegedly beating his 11-month-old son to death
A Florida woman arrested after surveillance video allegedly showed her violently abusing a small Maltese dog
Two international college students murdered near the University of South Florida, with investigators searching for justice as families grieve overseas
A groom in India shot and killed while arriving at his wedding ceremony after a relative allegedly objected to the marriage
Meth discovered taped to playground equipment at a South Carolina park
A Texas capital murder suspect fleeing to Italy after allegedly killing his pregnant wife and removing his ankle monitor
A woman arrested in Texas in connection to a 2002 cold case murder after advances in technology and witness information helped reopen the case
A prison tutor in England sentenced after engaging in a sexual relationship with an inmate

Woody closes the episode by thanking Lifers for continuing to support Real Life Real Crime and asking listeners to continue sharing Madison’s story and calling in tips.

🎧 Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties

03:00 This Day in History – MOVE Bombing

10:00 Madison Case Reminder and Tip Line

13:00 Baton Rouge Baby Murder Case

24:00 Florida Dog Abuse Arrest

33:00 University of South Florida Murders

46:00 Worldwide Crime – Groom Killed at Wedding

56:00 Meth Found at Playground

01:02:00 Texas Murder Suspect Flees to Italy

01:15:00 Texas Cold Case Arrest

01:28:00 F’d Up Professionals – Prison Tutor Affair

01:38:00 Closing Thoughts and Madison Reminder

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True Crime Time For May 12, 2026 | Lindbergh Kidnapping, Child Torture Cases, Famous Felonies & Dexter’s Law May 12, 2026

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, Cyndi Overton opens with a Mother’s Day reflection and updates on the upcoming Real Life Real Crime live event before moving into a heavy lineup of true crime stories involving children, family violence, celebrity crime, animal cruelty, and fraud.

“This Day in History” covers the infamous Lindbergh kidnapping, when the body of 20-month-old Charles Augustus Lindbergh Jr. was discovered after a massive ransom case that became known as the “crime of the century.”

Additional stories include:

A Utah husband and wife accused of torturing and killing their 11-year-old son, then attempting to make his death appear to be a hanging
A Wisconsin stepmother accused of starving and imprisoning her 14-year-old autistic stepdaughter until she weighed only 35 pounds
Actor Nick Pasquale, known from How I Met Your Mother, found guilty of attempted murder after stabbing his estranged girlfriend 20 times
Capital murder suspect Lee Gilley fleeing to Italy before trial, leading a judge to order forfeiture of his $1 million bond
Rapper Kodak Black arrested in Florida on a felony drug trafficking charge
A Texas mother accused of abandoning her two young children for six weeks while sending food remotely through Uber Eats
A Cobb County man accused of molesting at least nine children across multiple jurisdictions
The man whose animal abuse case led to Dexter’s Law being sent back to jail after killing a dog he adopted from a shelter
A 28-year-old woman accused of pretending to be 16 years old to enroll in a Bronx high school

Cyndi closes the episode by addressing listener feedback about solo episodes, explaining the reality of producing daily content, and thanking Lifers for continuing to show up, listen, and support the show.

🎧 Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Mother’s Day Reflection

03:00 This Day in History – Lindbergh Kidnapping

11:00 Utah Child Torture and Death Case

25:00 Wisconsin Autistic Teen Starvation Case

40:00 Famous Felonies – Nick Pasquale Attempted Murder

50:00 He Ran Like a Little Bitch – Lee Gilley Flees to Italy

58:00 Famous Felonies – Kodak Black Arrest

01:06:00 Texas Mother Abandons Children

01:18:00 Cobb County Child Molestation Investigation

01:26:00 Beast Mode – Dexter’s Law Case

01:34:00 Bronx High School Impersonation Case

01:42:00 Closing Thoughts and Listener Message

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True Crime Time For May 11, 2026 | Woodward Corridor Killer, Teacher Drug Arrest, Airport Death & Kristin Smart Search May 11, 2026

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, Woody Overton opens with a Mother’s Day reflection and a continued call for tips in the ongoing search for answers in Madison’s case.

Woody reminds listeners to keep sharing:

👉 #WhatHappenedToMadison

👉 313-RLRC-TIP

“This Day in History” covers Benjamin Atkins, known as the Woodward Corridor Killer, who was sentenced in 1994 to 11 life terms for targeting vulnerable women in Detroit.

Additional stories include:

A Florida high school teacher arrested after allegedly bringing fentanyl, cocaine, and drug paraphernalia to school
A Denver airport tragedy where a trespasser jumped a fence and was struck and killed by a Frontier Airlines plane during takeoff
New activity in the Kristin Smart case, where investigators searched property connected to the man convicted in her murder
A Texas former educator facing child indecency charges tied to allegations from more than five years ago
A Georgia biology teacher and football staff member accused of sexual assault involving a student
A massive Houston meth bust involving more than 1,000 pounds of methamphetamine connected to a traffic stop and follow-up search
A Texas man finally released after being detained in Mexico for crossing the border with a firearm and ammunition
A Florida mother accused of abandoning her three children outside a hospital after becoming angry over the death of a family dog

Woody closes by reminding listeners that crimes do not happen in a vacuum and that tips matter — especially in cases involving missing women, vulnerable victims, and families still waiting for answers.

🎧 Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Mother’s Day Reflection

03:00 Madison Case Update and Tip Line Reminder

07:00 This Day in History – Woodward Corridor Killer

12:00 Teacher Arrested with Fentanyl and Cocaine

20:00 Denver Airport Runway Death

30:00 Kristin Smart Case Search Update

43:00 Texas Former Educator Child Indecency Case

49:00 Georgia Teacher Sexual Assault Allegations

58:00 Houston Meth Bust

01:07:00 Texas Man Released from Mexico

01:15:00 Florida Mother Abandons Children

01:25:00 Closing Thoughts

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True Crime Time For May 9, 2026 | Mother’s Day Crimes, Long Island Serial Killer & The Infamous Ma Barker May 09, 2026

Show notes

We had a recording issue- I did my very best to fix the audio.

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In this special Mother’s Day weekend episode of True Crime Time For, Woody and Cyndi Overton discuss crime, motherhood, missing persons, and the emotional impact unsolved cases have on families left searching for answers.

Woody opens the episode by wishing all mothers a Happy Mother’s Day and reflecting on the sacrifices moms make every single day. He also shares updates after meeting Madison’s mother, Lynn Rollins, during bingo night at Big J’s Side Porch, where Lifers gathered in support of ongoing investigations.

The episode includes continued calls for information regarding:

👉 #WhatHappenedToMadison

👉 Justice for Hailey

👉 Justice for Barbara Blount

Woody reveals that new information has recently been provided to investigators and emphasizes that law enforcement is actively working multiple interconnected missing persons cases. He also previews an upcoming episode covering another woman who disappeared from the St. Francisville area under disturbing circumstances.

“This Day in History” focuses on serial killer Joel Rifkin, who was convicted in 1994 after police discovered Tiffany Bresciani’s body inside his vehicle following a high-speed chase. Rifkin later confessed to numerous murders connected to the Long Island serial killings.

Additional topics include:

The truth behind the myth claiming Mother’s Day has the lowest crime rate of the year
Famous Mother’s Day-related crimes, including Susan Smith and Diane Downs
The emotional reality families experience when loved ones disappear or struggle with addiction
The history and origins of Mother’s Day in the United States and internationally
Why mothers are drawn to true crime stories and investigations
The infamous story of outlaw matriarch Ma Barker and the violent rise and fall of the Barker-Karpis gang during America’s Public Enemy era

Woody closes the episode by honoring mothers everywhere and reminding listeners that missing persons are not statistics — they are real people with families who continue searching for answers every single day.

👉 “Somebody always knows something.”

🎧 Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Mother’s Day Wishes

03:00 Joel Rifkin and the Long Island Serial Killer

07:00 Madison Investigation Updates

15:00 Missing Women and Community Awareness

22:00 Is Mother’s Day Really the Lowest Crime Day?

28:00 Famous Mother’s Day Crimes

35:00 The Origins of Mother’s Day

42:00 Why Moms Love True Crime

48:00 The Story of Ma Barker

01:05:00 The Barker-Karpis Gang and FBI Shootout

01:16:00 Final Mother’s Day Reflections and Closing

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True Crime Time For May 8, 2026 | Child Fight Club Teacher, Secret Service Scandal, Juvenile Rape Case & Baton Rouge Drug Bust May 08, 2026

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, Woody Overton opens with a Mother’s Day message and local community updates, including a fundraiser and silent auction happening at Big J’s Side Porch.

He also reminds listeners to continue sharing and supporting:

👉 #WhatHappenedToMadison

👉 Justice for Bradley

👉 Justice for A.O.

👉 Justice for Barbara Blount

“This Day in History” covers the 1977 killing of Jose Campos Torres, a Vietnam veteran whose death led to civil rights unrest and major changes within the Houston Police Department.

Additional stories include:

A “Beast Mode” segment on the investigation into multiple sloth deaths tied to a failed “Sloth World” attraction, raising concerns about neglect and improper care
An Arkansas case where school employee Mary Tracy Morrison ran a child fight club, directing students to assault another child and encouraging the behavior
The arrest of U.S. Secret Service officer John Andrew Spillman after allegedly exposing himself and masturbating while following hotel guests in Miami
A Florida youth football incident where a mother ran onto the field and kicked a child during a game, leading to her arrest
A Beauregard Parish drug bust involving a 71-year-old man found with meth, marijuana, cash, and dozens of Viagra pills during a traffic stop
A Rhode Island investigation after a person was seen walking in full KKK attire late at night, causing outrage in the community
A deeply disturbing Florida case where multiple juveniles allegedly raped a 12-year-old girl, leading a grand jury to approve charges as adults after hearing the details
A Baton Rouge arrest that went viral after police answered a suspect’s phone and set up a fake drug deal with one of his customers

Woody closes the episode by emphasizing the importance of accountability, awareness, and continuing to speak up.

👉 “Somebody always knows something.”

🎧 Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Mother’s Day Message

05:00 This Day in History – Jose Campos Torres

12:00 Beast Mode – Sloth Deaths Investigation

20:00 Child Fight Club Case

34:00 Secret Service Officer Arrest

48:00 Football Mom Arrested

58:00 Beauregard Parish Drug Bust

01:06:00 KKK Incident Rhode Island

01:12:00 Juvenile Rape Case

01:28:00 Baton Rouge Drug Bust

01:36:00 Closing Thoughts

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True Crime Time For May 7, 2026 | Family Annihilation, Hospital Cop Killing, Death Row Execution & Viral Crime Trends May 07, 2026

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, Woody and Cyndi Overton break down a powerful mix of violent crimes, disturbing family tragedies, and reckless behavior fueled by social media trends.

The episode opens with continued momentum on:

👉 #WhatHappenedToMadison

👉 #JusticeforBradley

👉 #JusticeforAO

👉 #JusticeforBarbaraBlount

with Woody urging listeners to keep sharing and calling in tips as investigations continue to move forward.

“This Day in History” highlights infamous serial killer H. H. Holmes, known for his so-called “murder castle” and one of the earliest large-scale serial murder cases in U.S. history.

Major stories in this episode include:

A viral and dangerous “speed running” trend where individuals break into buildings — including Church of Scientology locations — for social media views, resulting in injuries, property damage, and potential criminal charges
A heartbreaking Houston family annihilation case where a wealthy businessman allegedly killed his pregnant wife and two young children before taking his own life
A Texas shooting spree where a man killed two people and injured others in back-to-back attacks over financial disputes
A death row execution in Texas after nearly two decades of appeals in a double murder case tied to a robbery outside a music studio
A Virginia drug dealer sentenced after distributing fentanyl — charged as a weapon of terrorism, highlighting evolving legal approaches to deadly narcotics

Throughout the episode, Woody and Cyndi emphasize how quickly situations escalate — from financial disputes to family violence — and how reckless decisions leave permanent consequences for victims and families.

They also touch on the broader impact of social media-driven behavior, questioning how far people will go for attention and viral content.

👉 “Real people. Real victims. Real crimes.”

🎧 Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Madison Updates

04:00 This Day in History – H.H. Holmes

09:00 Viral “Speed Running” Crime Trend

20:00 Houston Family Murder-Suicide

32:00 Texas Shooting Spree Over Business Dispute

45:00 Death Row Execution Case

01:05:00 Fentanyl Charged as Terrorism

01:15:00 Social Media Crime Discussion and Closing

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True Crime Time For May 6, 2026 | Drunk Driver Kills Crossing Guard, Child Whiskey Death, Santa Predator & Murder Cases May 06, 2026

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, Woody Overton covers violent crimes, senseless murders, shocking family cases, and disturbing stories involving children, predators, and reckless behavior.

Woody opens the show discussing the upcoming Real Life Real Crime Live Show on July 18th at the Southeastern Livingston Lifelong Learning Center, featuring food from official sponsor Big J’s Side Porch, meet-and-greets, merch, and a full weekend of events for Lifers.

The episode also revisits:

👉 #WhatHappenedToMadison

👉 Justice for Hailey

👉 Justice for Barbara Blount

with Woody emphasizing that Madison’s case is moving forward and encouraging anyone with information to finally come forward.

“This Day in History” revisits the infamous West Memphis Three case involving the murders of Stevie Branch, Michael Moore, and Christopher Byers — a case Woody says he strongly believes resulted in the wrong people being convicted.

🎧 Chapters

00:00 Introduction and RLRC Live Show Update

07:00 This Day in History – West Memphis Three

15:00 Chicago Hospital Police Officer Murder

27:00 Convicted Murderer Punches Attorney

34:00 Ding Dong Ditch Shooting Case

45:00 Bronx Child Rape Arrest

53:00 Scott Peterson Court Ruling

01:05:00 Brinks Armored Truck Heist

01:16:00 Colorado Family Dispute Murder

01:24:00 Mississippi Dismemberment Case

01:37:00 Florida Strip Club Pole Attack

01:47:00 Flourish Wellness and Closing Thoughts

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True Crime Time For May 5, 2026 | Drunk Driver Kills Crossing Guard, Child Forced to Drink Whiskey & Santa Predator Sting May 05, 2026

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In this emotional and wide-ranging episode of True Crime Time For, Woody Overton covers heartbreaking local tragedies, violent family crimes, predator stings, and disturbing cases involving children and abuse.

Woody begins by honoring beloved Livingston Parish crossing guard Katie Wells, who was struck and killed while helping children safely cross the road outside Grays Creek Elementary School in Denham Springs. Authorities say the driver, Darren Guitrau, was intoxicated at the time and has now been charged with vehicular homicide and second-offense DWI. Woody reflects on Wells’ decades of service to the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office and school system and calls the tragedy senseless and preventable.

The episode also revisits:

👉 #WhatHappenedToMadison

👉 Justice for Haley

👉 Justice for Barbara Blount

including updates on fundraising efforts with The Evidence Room and upcoming raffles to complete additional forensic testing in Hailey’s case.

🎧 Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Tribute to Katie Wells

08:00 This Day in History – Jose Campos Torres

13:00 Justice for Haley and Barbara Blount Updates

18:00 Child Forced to Drink Whiskey Case

31:00 Pregnant Girlfriend Assault Case

39:00 Santa Claus Predator Sting Operation

52:00 Mother’s Jailhouse Confession Ruled Admissible

59:00 Strip Club Robbery Murder Setup

01:10:00 Singapore Straw Licking Arrest

01:18:00 Murder-for-Hire Wrong Target Case

01:30:00 Foster Grandmother Hot Car Death Case

01:38:00 Madison Updates and Closing Thoughts

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True Crime Time For May 4, 2026 | FedEx Driver Death Penalty Trial, Kentucky Bank Murders & School Stabbing May 04, 2026

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, Cyndi Overton covers a heartbreaking and emotional collection of cases involving murder, violence, fraud, child exploitation, and the devastating impact crime leaves on families and communities.

The episode begins with “This Day in History,” revisiting the tragic 1970 Kent State University shootings where four students were killed and nine wounded during anti-war protests involving the National Guard.

Cyndi then breaks down a horrific Kentucky bank shooting where 18-year-old Braylon Weaver allegedly entered a U.S. Bank branch, murdered two employees, stole cash, and later led authorities on a 130 mile-per-hour interstate chase before being captured. Investigators say Weaver even posted a social media meme referencing money shortly after the murders.

🎧 Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Live Show Reminder

03:00 This Day in History – Kent State Shootings

07:00 Kentucky Bank Murders and Police Chase

18:00 Louisiana Medicaid Fraud Arrests

24:00 Tacoma School Stabbing Investigation

30:00 Tanner Horner Pleads Guilty

42:00 Athena Strand Teacher and Family Testimony

58:00 FBI Investigation Details

01:12:00 Child Exploitation Sentencing in Florida

01:18:00 Madison and Ongoing Justice Updates

01:23:00 Closing Thoughts and Listener Reminder

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Real Life Real Crime | What Happened to Barbara Blunt? Justice & The Fight Against Evil May 02, 2026

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In this emotional episode of Real Life Real Crime, Woody Overton revisits one of the cases that continues to haunt Livingston Parish law enforcement and everyone connected to it — the disappearance and presumed murder of Barbara Blunt.

May 2nd marks Barbara Blunt’s murder anniversary, and Woody reflects on the pain, frustration, and determination surrounding a case that has remained unsolved for nearly two decades. He describes the overwhelming weather, missing evidence opportunities, and impossible circumstances investigators faced from the very beginning — calling it one of the most difficult “ghost cases” imaginable.

Woody explains why he still believes justice is possible:

👉 “Everything done in darkness comes to light.”

This episode features a replay of Woody’s original interview with Jason Ard, where the sheriff discusses:

Barbara Blunt’s disappearance in May 2008
The challenges law enforcement faced during the investigation
The devastating weather conditions that destroyed potential evidence
Why investigators believe someone still knows the truth
How crowdsourcing and public tips may finally help solve the case

Sheriff Ard details the professionalism and persistence of investigators while acknowledging that the case has personally affected detectives and deputies for years. Woody also explains why he believes Barbara’s case deserves continued public attention and why he refuses to stop fighting for answers.

The episode also includes updates on:

👉 #WhatHappenedToMadison

👉 Justice for Bradley

👉 Justice for A.O.

👉 Justice for Barbara Blount

Woody closes the episode with a reminder that no matter how much time passes:

👉 Cold cases are never truly over until justice is served.

🎧 Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Barbara Blunt Murder Anniversary

05:00 Why the Case Still Haunts Investigators

10:00 Weather, Evidence, and the “Ghost Case”

16:00 Replay: Interview with Sheriff Jason Ard

25:00 Barbara Blunt’s Disappearance Timeline

37:00 Investigation Challenges and Missed Opportunities

49:00 Crowdsourcing and Public Tips

58:00 Why Someone Still Knows the Truth

01:08:00 Justice for Barbara Blunt

01:15:00 Live Show and Closing Announcements

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