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911
A conversation with a 911 operator about what happens on the other end of the line – and the day she heard her daughter's voice on the phone. This episode was originally released in 2024. We're going on tour - and it's a different kind of show than any we've done before. Upcoming dates in Durham, NC, and Portland, ME…
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547 - Always on the Precipice
On today’s episode, Karen covers “Witch Doctor” murderer Mona Fandey and Georgia tells the story of the Knightsbridge Security Deposit heist. For our sources, please visit https://www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes . Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link…
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Rewind with Karen & Georgia - 111: Figure It Out, Kevin
It's time to Rewind with Karen & Georgia! This week, K & G recap Episode 111: Figure It Out, Kevin. Karen covered the Van Nuys Courthouse shooting and Georgia discussed serial killer Juana Barraza, also known as La Mataviejitas. Tune in for all-new commentary, case updates and more! Whether you've listened a thousand…
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What Happened When 33,000 People’s Therapy Notes Were Released Onto the Internet
Imagine receiving an email from a stranger that said your therapist’s notes about you would be released onto the internet for all to see — unless you paid a ransom. That’s exactly what happened to 33,000 people in Finland in 2020, and it became the biggest criminal case in the country’s history. You can read Jenny…
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MFM Minisode 502
This week’s hometowns include a grandpa switcheroo funeral story and a mom’s Tinder date gone wrong. For our sources, please visit https://www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes . Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g . Head to social media to share…
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MYSTERIOUS DEATH OF: Alyssa Romine-Olson Part 1
When 30-year-old Alyssa Romine-Olson is found floating naked and face down in the pond of a Gilbert, Arizona nature preserve in 2016, online coverage makes the case sound like a suicide. But her missing belongings, an undetermined cause of death, and key evidence found at the scene tell a different story. And…
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Out of the Box
In 1964, one of the best javelin throwers in Australia traveled to England to see if he could qualify for the Olympics. But, because of an injury, he didn’t make the team - and he couldn’t afford a plane ticket home. So he came up with an idea while working a cargo job at Heathrow Airport: “I saw them shipping…
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546 - A Superstar of the Early 70s
This week, Georgia covers Atlanta serial killer Michael Terry and Karen tells the story of the Acali expedition a.k.a. the sex raft. For our sources, please visit https://www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes . Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g .…
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Rewind with Karen & Georgia - 110: Live at the Palace Theatre in Columbus
It's time to Rewind with Karen & Georgia! This week, K & G recap Episode 110: Live at the Palace Theatre in Columbus. Georgia discussed serial killer Donald Harvey and Karen covered the mystery of the Circleville Letter Writer. Tune in for all-new commentary, case updates and more! Whether you've listened a thousand…
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MFM Minisode 501
This week’s hometowns include a report from the real Transylvania University and a teen forgery scam. For our sources, please visit https://www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes . Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g . Head to social media to share…
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NEW SHOW: The Truth About Natalie
Twenty-seven-year-old Natalie Jones vanished after a July 4th lake party in Alabama in 2020. Ninety-three days later, her car and her remains were found in a rural Georgia field. No arrest. No clear answer. No closure for the family left behind. The official theory was an accidental overdose. But a negative toxicology…
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A Bump in the Night and Unexpected Guests
Amber Dawn was 20 when she moved into a one-bedroom apartment in Enumclaw, Washington. On her very first night, she began to notice strange sounds. And they didn’t stop. These episodes were originally released in 2017. Say hello on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Sign up for our occasional newsletter. Follow the show…
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Please Continue (Criminal+)
Today, an unlocked episode of Criminal Plus that's full of exciting updates, public service announcements, and Tom Cruise's teeth. If you enjoyed listening to today's Criminal Plus episode and you'd like to hear more - join us on Patreon. It's the very best way to support our work here at Criminal. You'll have…
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545 - Don’t You Like Weirdos?
On today’s episode, Karen covers the case of Dr. John Schneeberger and Georgia tells the story of the Napoleonic Hoax. For our sources, please visit https://www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes . Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g . Head to social…
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Rewind with Karen & Georgia - 109: Project Artichoke
It's time to Rewind with Karen & Georgia! This week, K & G recap Episode 109: Project Artichoke. Georgia discussed the mysterious death of nurse Cindy James and Karen covered the McStay family murders. Tune in for all-new commentary, case updates and more! Whether you've listened a thousand times or you're new to the…
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How a Volcanic Eruption Led to a Criminal Trial
In 2019, a volcano erupted off the coast of New Zealand - killing 22 tourists who were on it at the time. Four years later, a criminal trial began - where prosecutors claimed that several individuals and companies had violated workplace safety laws, and had “used an active volcano to make money.” Phoebe interviews…
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MFM Minisode 500
It’s our 500th minisode! We celebrate with two-genre emails like a grandma hiding in a wall, mistaken cat identity and more. For our sources, please visit https://www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes . Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g . Head to…
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MURDERED: Bill & Peggy Stephenson
In 2011, 74-year-old high school sweethearts Bill and Peggy Stephenson were found murdered inside their Kentucky condo on Memorial Day weekend. Nothing valuable appeared to be missing, but the crime scene was so strange that detectives wondered whether the killer was trying to leave a message. For years, the case…
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Mr. Apology
In 1980, posters appeared in subway stations and on telephone poles in New York City with a phone number to call. When you called it, you would hear a message: “This is Apology. Apology is not associated with the police or any other organization but rather is a way for you to tell people what you have done wrong and…
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Bonus Episode - Advice with Karen and Georgia
Karen and Georgia give listeners advice about weddings, friendship, cats, family boundaries and baby-name drama. Presented by Cars.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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544 - Everything Is Worth It
This week, Georgia covers Paul Fronczak’s Triple Disappearance and Karen tells the story of the 1990 Michigan Wedding Sting. For our sources, please visit https://www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes . Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g . Head to…
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Rewind with Karen & Georgia - 108: King of Police
It's time to Rewind with Karen & Georgia! This week, K & G recap Episode 108: King of Police. Karen covered the Matthew Hoffman case and Georgia discussed the murder of Little Grégory. Tune in for all-new commentary, case updates and more! Whether you've listened a thousand times or you're new to the show, join the…
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MFM Minisode 499
This week’s hometowns include grandma's vape secret and a baby race at the mall. For our sources, please visit https://www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes . Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g . Head to social media to share your favorite moments…
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MISSING: Kerry O’Brien-Krueger
When Kerry O’Brien Krueger vanished in 1989, her husband claimed she left for a work trip that never existed. Decades later, investigators are still untangling shifting stories, missing evidence and some crucial clues that could help reveal what happened - and they need Crime Junkies’ help.
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The Premonitions Bureau
On October 21, 1966, a woman named Lorna Middleton suddenly woke up from her sleep, struggling to breathe. The day before, a man named Alan Hencher was at work in London when he began to tremble all over. They both said they knew something terrible was about to happen. Sam Knight’s book is The Premonitions Bureau: A…
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She Killed Three People with Poisonous Mushrooms. Did She Mean To?
In 2023, a woman named Erin Patterson had her husband's family over for a lunch of beef Wellington. A week later, three people were dead. Phoebe interviews Guardian reporter Nino Bucci about what happened next. You can also watch this interview at youtube.com/criminalpodcast. Say hello on Facebook, Instagram…
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MURDERED: Joyce LePage Part 2
In part two of Joyce’s story, we dig deep into the case file and letters left behind by Joyce herself, which reveal even more suspects, including the roommate she’d been avoiding that summer.
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The Comfort Kit
A few hours after Rachel Waters’ mother died in hospice care, police showed up at Rachel’s childhood home with a search warrant. “It had my name and the word ‘homicide’ on it.” For more, read Madeleine Aggeler’s article, ‘Oh my God, did someone accuse me of killing my mom?’ Say hello on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.…
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EXCLUSIVE: Nancy Guthrie
In this special episode of Crime Junkie on the Nancy Guthrie abduction case, breaking news reporter Briana Whitney and host Ashley Flowers reveal all details from the ransom notes you haven't heard yet, Briana shares the stunning things told to her behind the scenes by the sheriff and investigators as she was…
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MURDERED: Joyce LePage Part 1
In the summer of 1971, 21-year-old Joyce LePage disappears after a skydiving lesson followed by a beer with friends. In the beginning, the only clue is a piece of missing carpet that was cut out from a vacant dorm on the campus of Washington State University where Joyce had been secretly squatting. Her belongings, her…
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