In this tragic and devastating true crime episode, we examine the case of Shinji Aoba, whose violent attack on an animation studio shocked Japan and the world. Motivated by anger and perceived grievances, Aoba carried out a deadly arson attack that resulted in massive loss of life and widespread devastation.
Listeners are guided through the timeline leading up to the attack, reported disputes surrounding intellectual property claims, the planning of the crime, and the emergency response that followed. We also explore the investigation, forensic findings, survivor accounts, and the legal proceedings that ultimately addressed accountability.
Beyond the facts, this episode examines the psychological and social factors behind extreme retaliation and how targeted violence impacts communities and industries.

In this deeply tragic true crime episode, we examine the murder of Toyah Cordingley, whose life was brutally taken in Queensland, Australia, in a case that sparked a nationwide manhunt. After her body was discovered on Wangetti Beach in 2018, investigators launched an urgent search for the suspect — who fled the scene and attempted to evade capture.
Listeners are guided through the timeline of events leading up to the attack, the discovery of critical forensic evidence, surveillance efforts, and the coordinated investigation that ultimately identified and apprehended the accused. The episode also explores the impact on Toyah’s family and community, as well as the legal proceedings that followed.
This case highlights the challenges of tracking fugitives and the importance of persistence in criminal investigations.

In this infamous true crime episode, we examine the shocking case of Jodi Arias, whose relationship with her ex-boyfriend ended in a brutal killing that captivated the nation. What began as a turbulent romance quickly spiraled into obsession, jealousy, and ultimately, violence.
In June 2008, Arias fatally stabbed and shot her ex-boyfriend Travis Alexander in his Arizona home. The prosecution painted a picture of premeditated murder driven by rage and delusion, while the defense argued emotional instability and past abuse. The case unfolded with explosive courtroom testimony, intense media coverage, and graphic evidence that challenged public perception of motive and culpability.
This episode guides listeners through the investigation, the controversial trial, the strategic legal arguments, and the psychological analysis that made this one of the most talked-about murders of the 21st century.

In this heartbreaking true crime episode, we explore the tragic case of Grace Millane, a 21-year-old British woman whose life was taken while traveling overseas after meeting someone on Tinder. What began as a seemingly harmless online date turned into a terrifying ordeal with devastating consequences.
Grace was on a backpacking trip in Auckland, celebrating her birthday when she arranged to meet a man she’d connected with on Tinder. Surveillance footage, digital evidence, and phone records later played a crucial role in reconstructing her final hours. The investigation revealed that Grace was killed during the encounter, leading to the arrest and conviction of her killer — who was later sentenced to life in prison.
This episode examines the risks of online dating, the meticulous police work that brought justice, and the emotional impact on Grace’s family. It’s a sobering look at how quickly trust can turn into tragedy.

In this chilling true crime episode, we examine the mysterious and unsettling murder of Missy Bevers, a fitness instructor and church volunteer found dead inside her own church in 2016. The case captured national attention because of its brazen nature, the eerie surveillance footage, and the questions that remain about who would attack her in a sacred space.
On the morning of September 21, 2016, Missy arrived at Cornerstone Church in Midlothian, Texas, to set up for a fitness event. Inside the mostly empty building, she was brutally murdered — leaving investigators with only limited clues and unsettling video of a figure entering the church before the attack. Despite extensive forensic analysis, interviews, and public appeals, the case remains unsolved, making it one of the most perplexing church murders in recent memory.
This episode explores the timeline, the evidence, the strange security footage, and the theories that have emerged, as well as the impact on Missy’s family and community.

In this chilling true crime episode, we explore the tragic 2016 murder of Stephen McAfee, a 19-year-old from Macomb Township, Michigan, whose life was cut short by someone he trusted. Stephen disappeared in the early morning hours of March 10 after leaving his parents’ home. His best friend, Andrew Fiacco, later admitted to shooting him during a supposed meet-up in a remote field. 
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Instead of reporting the crime, Fiacco kept the truth hidden. He returned to the scene weeks later with his then-girlfriend and dismembered Stephen’s body, burying parts of it in separate locations. A friend of the girlfriend eventually told police what had happened, leading to the discovery of the remains and the arrests. 
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In 2019, a jury convicted Fiacco of second-degree murder, dismemberment, felony firearm charges, and lying to police; he was sentenced to 50–70 years in prison. 
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In this chilling true crime episode, we explore the disturbing case of Randy Stair, a YouTuber and animator whose descent into a dark fantasy world culminated in a deadly mass shooting. Before the tragedy, Stair ran a YouTube channel under the alias Andrew Blaze, where he posted sketches, animations, and personal videos that gradually revealed a troubling inner life filled with obsession, isolation, and violent fantasies. 
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Stair became fixated on a fictional character from the animated series Danny Phantom, believing that killing would allow him to “join” this character in an imagined afterlife. His digital footprint — including journals, uploaded “suicide tapes,” and social media posts — showed a fascination with past mass shooters and a growing detachment from reality. 
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On June 7, 2017, he barricaded exits at his workplace, a Weis Markets supermarket in Pennsylvania, and murdered three co-workers before taking his own life, ending a planned rampage inspired by his delusions and online content.

In this grim true crime episode, we examine how surveillance footage played a pivotal role in solving the heartbreaking murder of Libby Squire, a 21-year-old Hul­­l University student who disappeared on the night of January 31, 2019. After leaving a nightclub with friends, Libby was seen on CCTV wandering the streets while disoriented and vulnerable. 
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Investigators painstakingly collected hours of CCTV from around Hull — capturing the movements of both Libby and Pawel Relowicz, a 26-year-old man with a history of sexual offences. Footage showed him “effectively stalking” Libby before she entered his car and they drove off toward a secluded playing field. 
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This evidence helped police trace nearly every moment before her disappearance and was crucial in linking Relowicz to the crime. Libby’s body was later found in the Humber Estuary, and Relowicz was convicted of her rape and murder, receiving a life sentence with a minimum tariff of 27 years. 
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In this haunting true crime episode, we examine the long-unsolved disappearance and murder of Simone Strobel, a young German traveler whose trip to Australia ended in tragedy. What began as a backpacking adventure turned into an international investigation marked by conflicting statements, shifting timelines, and years of unanswered questions.
Listeners are guided through the events leading up to Simone’s disappearance, the discovery of her body near Lismore, and the investigative challenges that stalled justice for decades. The episode explores witness inconsistencies, forensic limitations of the time, and the eventual legal developments that reignited the case years later.
Perfect for fans of cold cases, international investigations, and courtroom developments, this episode delivers a careful and detailed account of a crime that haunted two countries and underscores how persistence can eventually bring long-awaited accountability.

In this unsettling true crime episode, we examine the disturbing case of Cameron Rogers, a story marked by secrecy, violence, and devastating consequences within a family. What initially appeared to be a tragic incident soon evolved into a complex investigation that exposed shocking truths behind closed doors.
Listeners are guided through the timeline of events, from the first emergency calls to the forensic discoveries that reshaped the narrative. Detectives uncovered inconsistencies, digital evidence, and behavioral red flags that ultimately revealed what truly happened. The episode also explores the psychological dynamics at play and how family tensions escalated into irreversible tragedy.
Perfect for fans of domestic crime cases, criminal psychology, and investigative storytelling, this episode delivers a detailed and sobering account of a case that highlights both the fragility of family relationships and the meticulous work required to uncover the truth.