Matthew Shepard’s brutal 1998 murder exposed the deadly consequences of homophobia in America. This heartbreaking case galvanized LGBTQ+ rights activism and led to landmark hate crime legislation years later.
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Jan 21
Jealousy, Drugs, and Murder: The Jean Harris Story
A respected headmistress, a powerful lover, and a shattered psyche collide—jealousy, manipulation, and drugs spiral into the shocking killing of America’s famous diet doctor that gripped a nation and courtroom. Sponsors: hellofresh.com /casual10fm to get 10 free meals + a FREE Zw ... Show More
2h 1m
Jan 14
The Girl in the Concrete Drum: The Heartbreaking Tragedy of Junko Furuta
A disturbing true-crime documentary recounting Junko Furuta’s abduction and murder, exposing shocking failures of justice, human cruelty, and the enduring legacy of one of Japan’s most infamous criminal cases ever. Sponsor: shopify.com/casual - sign up for your $1 per month trial ... Show More
54m 5s
Jul 2025
Colin Ireland | “The Gay Slayer”
Colin Ireland, a self-declared serial killer with a chilling New Year’s resolution to "murder a human being," used London’s gay BDSM scene in the early '90s to lure five unsuspecting men to their deaths. Known as the "Gay Slayer," he meticulously planned each murder to avoid dete ... Show More
38m 13s
Jun 2025
314. The Murder of Emma Compton: Crime, Control, and the Hidden Struggles of Strong Women | lovelustfridays x Big Mad True Crime x Critical Incidents
In this episode of lovelustfridays, hosts Jake Deptula and Michele Locke, alongside producer Haley Gray, are joined by Heather Ashley of Big Mad True Crime and Kyle Ashley from Critical Incidents to discuss the tragic story of Emma Compton. They explore the harsh realities of dom ... Show More
1h 37m
Jun 2022
Case 215: The One-Man Crime Wave
<div>*** Warning: This case involves a child victim ***<br>On May 26 1978, four-year-old Eric Christgen suddenly disappeared while playing in a park in St Joseph, Missouri. The next day, his body was discovered near the Missouri River, sparking a manhunt like the small town had n ... Show More
1h 13m