TWISTED PODCAST
Unraveling the Intricacies of True Crime
Dedicated to the discussion and analysis of thought-provoking crime cases
Episode 92: The "Attack" on Jussie Smollett
Where does the truth reside?
September 1, 2019
On January 29, 2019, actor Jussie Smollett claimed he was attacked on the streets of Chicago. Was it a hate crime or a hoax? Click Here to listen.
Episodes 90 & 91: The Death of Rebecca Zahau, Parts 1 & 2
Murder or Suicide?
August 1 & 15, 2019
Rebecca Zahau was found hanging from a balcony in the courtyard of her boyfriend's Coronado Island, California mansion. Her death was engulfed in suspicious circumstances, yet the authorities quickly ruled it a suicide. To listen, click Here for part 1 & Here for part 2.
Episodes 88 & 89: The Death of Caylee Anthony, Parts 1 & 2
Casey Anthony: "The Most Hated Woman in America"
July 1 & 15, 2019
Caylee Anthony vanished in June of 2008. A month later, Caylee's grandmother reported her missing, after her mother, Casey Anthony, told her that she was kidnapped. This was only the beginning of the lies. To listen, click Here for part 1 & Here for part 2.
Episode 87: The Disturbed Mind of Elliot Rodger
Spree Killing
June 15, 2019
Troubled throughout his life, rather than look inward, Elliot Rodger chose to hurt and kill perfect strangers to express his discontentment. Prior to his killing rampage, he uploaded a dark and disturbing video called "Retribution," which provided some insights into his twisted mind. Click Here to listen.
Episode 86: Erik & Lyle Menendez
Changing Stories
June 1, 2019
Lyle & Erik Menendez killed their parents. They lavishly spent their inheritance; however, when they were caught, they claimed self-defense associated with sexual abuse. Where is the truth? Click Here to listen.
Episodes 84 & 85: Chris Watts, Parts 1 & 2
Probing Motive
May 1 & 15, 2019
Chris Watts killed his wife, Shanann, and two young daughters, Bella and Celeste, in 2018. What drove him to commit such unspeakable acts? To listen, click Here for part 1 & Here for part 2.
Episode 83: Kidnapping of Exxon Executive Sidney Reso
Interview with true crime author John O’Rourke
April 15, 2019
In 1992, Exxon executive Sidney Reso was kidnapped from the driveway of his New Jersey home. The kidnappers requested an unprecedented ransom of $18.5 million. We will be discussing his latest book,"Mystery, Millions & Murder in North Jersey ." Click Here to listen.
Episode 82: Interview w/ Frmr Homicide Detective Cloyd Steiger
Homicide: The View from Inside the Yellow Tape
April 1, 2019
Former Seattle P.D. Homicide Detective Cloyd Steiger talks about his experience investigating murders and his book, "Homicide: The View from Inside the Yellow Tape." Click Here to listen.
Episode 81: Kidnapping of Charles Lindbergh Jr.
The Crime of the Century
March 15, 2019
In 1932, Charles Lindbergh, Jr. was kidnapped from his second floor nursery with his parents downstairs and awake. Bruno Hauptmann was tried and convicted, in what was known as the "trial of the century." Did he act alone? Click Here to listen.
Episode 80: Serial Killer William Devin Howell
Interview with true crime author Anne K. Howard
March 1, 2019
In preparation for her true crime book, "His Garden: Conversations with a Serial Killer," attorney and writer Anne Howard corresponded and met with William Devin Howell over several years. I will be interviewing Anne about this experience. Click Here to listen.
Episodes 77 - 79: Death of Pravin Varughese, Part 1, 2, & 3
Interview with victim advocate Monica Zukas
January 15, 2019 & February 1 & 15, 2019
Southern Illinois University student Pravin Varughese froze to death in the woods near Carbondale, IL in February of 2014. Just prior, he got into a "fight" with an individual by the name of Gaege Bethune. Did the beating he received result in his death, or was it just an unfortunate accident? Lovely Varughese, Pravin's mother, will not stop until she finds out the truth about what happened to her son. For more info, check out the website: Justice for Pravin. To listen, click Here for part 1 , Here for part 2, & Here for part 3.
Episodes 75 & 76: "The Girls Are Gone," Parts 1 & 2
Interview with authors Michael Brodkorb & Allison Mann
December 15, 2018 & January 1, 2019
David Rucki and Sandra Grazzini-Rucki were engaged in a contentious and lengthy divorce and custody battle. As this was transpiring, their two oldest daughters, Samantha and Gianna, disappeared. "The Girls Are Gone" chronicles this story, and I will be talking with the authors. To listen, click Here for part 1 & Here for part 2.
Episode 74: The Murder of Chandra Levy
Still unsolved
December 1, 2018
The murder of D.C. intern, Chandra Levy, is still unsolved. Was her murder a random, stranger killing or was it a targeted attack? Click Here to listen.
Episode 73: Death of Reeva Steenkamp
What was Oscar Pistorius' role?
November 15, 2018
Oscar Pistorius fired three shots through his bathroom door, which killed his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp. Was it intentional or accidental? Click Here to listen.
Episode 72: Interview with Exoneree Ronald Cotton
Seeking Forgiveness
November 1, 2018
Ronald Cotton spent over 10 years in prison for a rape he did not commit. How did this happen and what impact did it have on his life? Check out his book: "Picking Cotton." Click Here to listen.
Episodes 70 & 71: Serial Arsonist John Orr, Parts 1 & 2
Interview with True Crime Author Frank Girardot
October 1 & 15, 2018
True crime author Frank Girardot will discuss his latest book, "Burned," which covers one of the most prolific arsonists of the 20th Century, John Orr. To listen, click Here for part 1 & Here for part 2.
Episode 69: Branch Davidians at Waco
Let God Sort It Out
September 15, 2018
In 1993, the Alcohol Tobacco & Firearms ("ATF") tried to execute a search warrant on a Branch Davidian compound near Waco, Texas. In the end, dozens of men, women, and children were killed. How did this happen? Click Here to listen.
Episodes 67 & 68: Darlie Routier, Parts 1 & 2
Vicious Killer or Wrongfully Convicted?
August 15 & September 1, 2018
In 1996 in Rowlett, Texas, six-year-old Devon Routier and five-year-old Damon Routier were stabbed to death. Their mother, Darlie Routier, was also cut during the attack. Did Darlie kill her children and stage her injuries, or did an intruder attack the family? To listen, click Here for part 1 & Here for part 2.
Episode 66: Atlanta Olympic Bombing
Eric Rudolph
August 1, 2018
A bomb exploded at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta. The FBI raced to find the perpetrator, but inadvertently focused on the wrong person. Click Here to listen.
Episode 65: Blanche Taylor Moore
Interview with True Crime Blogger E.J. Hammon
July 15, 2018
True crime blogger, E.J. Hammon, and I discuss serial husband killer Blanche Taylor Moore. Check out her writings at her blog: Bundyphile. Click Here to listen.