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Mission Killer: "Real Life Dexter" Manny Pardo

This Florida cop dedicated his life to fighting crime. But in his mind, the only way to truly clean up the streets, was to become a killer himself. So Manuel “Manny” Pardo killed nine people. And even in jail, he claimed his family would see him as a hero. Keep up with us on Inst ... Show More

31 m

Aug 18

Visionary Killer: Joe Kallinger

The visionary killer blames their crimes on an external force – an apparition who commands them to kill. In Joseph Kallinger’s case, multiple entities urging him to commit arson… and then, to kill everyone on planet Earth. Keep up with us on Instagram @serialkillerspodcast! Learn ... Show More

30m 58s

Aug 11

Power and Control Killer: Ted Bundy

Ted Bundy was calculated, composed, even charming. But behind the polished exterior was a predator obsessed with control. He used manipulation, deceit, and dominance to gain total power over his victims. From his carefully planned attacks to his detailed confessions, Ted Bundy is ... Show More

41m 9s

Jan 2021

Betty Lou Beets & Her Husbands’ Buried Bodies

A good looking, fun loving, hard-living mother of six is accused of murdering not one, but two husbands and attempting to murder a couple more for good measure. Was she a cold-blooded, money hungry black widow? Or an abused woman responding to a lifetime of trauma? Find out today ... Show More

1h 48m

Feb 2024

The Plot to Undo Mary Eleanor Bowes, Part 1

When Mary Eleanor Bowe's first husband died, he left her a letter warning her that, "A living man have no interest to mislead. A living man may." He could not have possibly predicted just how deceitful Mary Eleanor's next husband would be. CW: spousal abuse, pregnancy termination ... Show More

53m 14s

Apr 2024

Mel B: From Spice Girl to Survivor

TW: This episode deals with topics of domestic abuse, suicide and coercive control - but there is light at the end of the tunnel. This week, we’re joined by Spice Girl, Actress, Mother, Activist and Author, Melanie Brown as she shares her deeply personal story of surviving an abu ... Show More

53m 48s

Jul 2024

Wives just seem to disappear around this former cop - the Dark Secrets of Officer Drew Peterson

Hi friends, happy Tuesday! Our story today centers on the little Illinois suburb called Bolingbrook...specifically on Bolingbrook police officer Drew Peterson. His ex-wife, Kathy, supposedly died due to "an accident." Then why did Drew propose to his new wife only weeks after his ... Show More

28m 39s

Apr 2020

Crossover Week: Crimes of Passion (Lorena Bobbitt Pt. 1)

If you enjoy the true stories told in Not Guilty, check out this episode from our series Crimes of Passion: Lorena Bobbitt thought she'd found her piece of the American dream when she married John Bobbitt in 1989. But her fantasy was quickly shattered; John was abusive. Eventuall ... Show More

49m 16s

Sep 2023

Extreme Post-Separation Abuse with Jo Fonda

Less than 48 hours after obtaining a restraining order and fleeing with her young daughter, Jo Fonda’s husband climbed into the cockpit of a tiny plane and flew it directly into their home. In this shocking episode, Jo reveals the extremes of post-separation abuse and reminds us ... Show More

1h 3m

Jun 2023

181: The Real Suburban Axe Murder: Candy & Betty

On a hot Friday the 13th in June of 1980, Allan Gore was worried. He couldn't get a hold of his wife, Betty. For hours, he'd called her over and over. No answer. Betty always answered. She didn’t get out by herself, especially not with their two small daughters. She hated when he ... Show More

1h 21m

Jul 22

When she said her husband suggested threesomes to stay faithful.... - S8E2

[SCROLL FOR CW]-Her husband told her having threesomes would keep him from cheating on her with other men (likely story). She stuck by her man, hoping things would get better. It wasn’t until a life-threatening scare that she finally realized she had to get out. What finally gave ... Show More

25m 54s

Feb 2025

So, I Married a Serial Killer - Mrs. Menendez

In this final episode of our series, So, I Married a Serial Killer..., we unravel the complex and unconventional love stories of Lyle and Erik Menendez—two brothers sentenced to life in prison for the brutal murder of their parents. Despite being condemned to spend the rest of th ... Show More

38m 27s

Jan 2021

My Boyfriend Tried To Have Me Murdered

A woman talks about being in an abusive relationship with a man who tried to have her killed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h 16m

“The Black Widow” Betty Lou Beets Pt. 1