One of the most studied murder trials in recent history is the case of Kathleen Peterson, which was featured in the TV series, The Staircase. Author Tiddy Smith recounts the story in his book Death by Talons and focuses on the most controversial part of the case…the owl theory. Buy my books: katewinklerdawson.com If you have suggestions for historical c ... Show More
Nov 10
Dane Huckelbridge: Queen of All Mayhem
We hear a lot about gunslingers and outlaws in the American West, and those stories are mostly about men. But there were female outlaws, too—like Belle Starr, probably the most famous of them all. Her murder was a mystery. But her life was extraordinary. Author Dane Huckelbridge ... Show More
1h 7m
Dec 2023
Episode 328 - The Staircase: Michael Peterson - Part 1
<p>From the outside the Petersons had it all; the perfect family, a beautiful mansion and more money than they could spend. But on 9th December 2001 all that changed, when Michael Peterson claimed to have found his wife, Kathleen, dead at the bottom of their stairs.</p><p>What fo ... Show More
1h 22m
Aug 2022
#395: I Just Killed My Dad - Part 1
<p>To the outside world, Burt Templet seemed a devoted husband and father — as well as a successful businessman and generous provider for his family. So when his 17 year old son Anthony shot him in the head, in their Baton Rouge, Louisiana home, the community was shocked. &n ... Show More
35m 45s