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True Crime Recaps

Hosts and storytellers Chris Nathan and Amy Townsend piece together the most gripping true crime cases the world can’t stop talking about. From infamous serial killers to today’s headline-making mysteries, they break it all down with thorough research, smart commentary, and the signature format that built their channel: All the crime in half the time.®

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A Twist of Fate: Holly’s Life-Changing Encounter with the Past Jan 10, 2024

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June 2022, in a restaurant in Oklahoma two detectives walk through the door. Holly Marie Miller, a 42-year-old waitress and mother of five, prepping for the lunch rush.
Detectives sit Holly down in a booth. They have some questions about a double murder from 1980.
But what could she possibly know? Holly was a baby at the time. What happened to Dean and Tina Clouse?

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Decoding the Mysterious Mind of Stephen Paddock Jan 03, 2024

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This story is so personal, and conspiracy theories have populated the internet, but they’re more like bad wine. They have no legs, and they don’t age well.
All we know is that in the end 60 lives were lost, and thousands more changed forever.
The only person who knows why put a bullet through his brain. Why do you think this case played out like this? What are your theories?

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The Dark Side of Santa Claus: Bruce McArthur's Holiday Horrors Dec 27, 2023

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This very mysterious case was suggested to us by a subscriber.
He’s considered the most prolific murderer in Toronto and Canada's oldest known serial killer. He targeted men who—much like himself—had to hide who they were from their families.
Then he buried them with a smile while some innocent couple watched him do their landscaping, all while describing him as jolly, cheerful, and kind—just like Santa Claus.
What are your thoughts on this case? Have you heard of other similar cases around the holidays?
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again. You just never know the people around you. Happy holidays folks.

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The Christmas Mystery of The Vanishing Sodder Children Dec 20, 2023

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Unfortunately, the simplest solution is the most plausible— the children died in the fire. An inept police and fire department simply didn’t look hard enough.
But what do you think happened to the Sodder kids all those years ago?

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From That '70s Show to 30 Years Behind Bars Nov 29, 2023

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What did Danny Masterson– from the popular sitcom 'That '70s Show' DO to get 30 years behind bars?
He was accused of rape by five women, charged with violating three and he went to prison for two.
But there’s so much more to this story than that. There’s even a connection to an infamous serial killer.
What are your thoughts on Danny Masterson's case? What about the character letters sent to the judge?

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The Twisted Tale of America's Most Sadistic Duo Nov 22, 2023

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They were the most sadistic serial-killing duo in US history. They shared a fear of nuclear war, and thought they’d be the ones to repopulate the earth with sex slaves they held captive in a secret torture chamber in the mountains.
In the end, it was just dumb luck they ever got caught at all.
What do you think of their case? Have you heard it before?

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A TWISTED Marriage Pact | The Kelly Cochran Case Nov 15, 2023

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‘Til death do you part’—the famous last words before couples kiss and skip into happily-ever-after. But for Kelly Cochran and her husband, Jason, ‘Til death do you part’ came with a little extra meaning.
When these high school sweethearts got married, they made a secret vow behind the pastor’s back. They vowed that if either of them ever cheated on the other, they’d have to kill the person they cheated with or be killed themselves.
What do you think of this twisted pact?

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The Night Tupac Shakur Was Shot! Is the Case Finally Solved? Nov 08, 2023

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Even after almost three decades, Tupac Shakur's music and impact resonate with fans worldwide.
His career lasted only five years but sold over 75 million records worldwide. His lyrics, charisma, and unapologetic authenticity made him a true legend in the world of hip-hop.
What's your first memory of listening to Tupac's music? Do you know the details of his death?

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The Dark Tale of Randy Roth: Unluckiest Groom or Serial Killer? Nov 01, 2023

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His first marriage ends in divorce. His second wife tumbles off a cliff and falls to her death.
His third wife leaves him after a dangerous rafting trip, she could’ve sworn he tried to kill her. His fourth wife drowns in a lake.
What do you think of Randy Roth? How did this go on for so long?

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44 Days of Horror: The Chilling Story of Junko Furuta's Torment Oct 25, 2023

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17-year-old high school student Junko Furuta is grabbed on her way home from work by boys from her class. For 44 agonizing days and nights, she’s held captive and tortured in a family home while the boy’s parents go about their daily lives. By the end, death was a welcomed friend.
What do you think of the way this case was handled? What about the sentencing?

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