This week we delve into one of the most intriguing criminal cases in recent history—the Michael Peterson case. Join us as we analyze the award-winning docuseries, "The Staircase," which intimately chronicles the complex legal battle surrounding Peterson, a novelist accused of murdering his wife, Kathleen. Unravel the compelling evidence, riveting courtroom drama, and lingering questions that continue to surround this high-profile case. Discover the twists, turns, and controversies that make the Michael Peterson saga an enduring enigma, leaving you questioning what really happened at the bottom of the staircase.

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Jeffrey Dahmer is one of the most widely known serial killers in history but hearing him talk about his own crimes sends a new chill down our spines. What did you think about the latest of Joe Berlinger's "Conversations with a Killer" series?

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When Michelle Knight, Amanda Berry, and Gina DeJesus escaped from the Cleveland home of Ariel Castro on May 6th 2013, a decade-long mystery was solved. But as the courageous women began to talk about what they had been through at the hands of a monster, the world would be introduced to horrors no one could imagine.

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This week we discuss the infuriating murder of the unarmed student Amadou Diallo on his front stoop in February 1999.

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If you're anything like us, you've talked about what your ideal last meal would be with your friends. Today we're diving into the history of the last meal tradition, some of the more famous and weird requests, and of course, we talk about what would be on our plates. What would you want to eat on your last day? Let us know in our Discord (message us on our social media for the invite link)!

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We're celebrating our lovely co-hostest with the mostest Kaitlin today for her birthday this weekend! We are discussing the unhinged acts and wacky hijinks of "Florida Man" and what he was up to with Kaitlin was aging.

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We've talked about problematic novels and authors a few times on the podcast but on this episode, we dive into four well-known novels and the media firestorm that followed their controversies.

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Happy (almost) National Parks Week! If you live in the United States, the National Parks are huge tourist destinations that can provide fun and amazing memories for the whole family. Today, we are talking about the dark, the strange, and the mystery of these beautiful spaces. We encourage you to visit the National Parks wisely by doing your research and making a plan before you go!

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Known for iconic roles such as Edward R. Rooney in "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" and Charles Deetz in "Beetlejuice", Jones was a talented character actor before becoming a register sex offender.

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It's our 5th anniversary! Join us as we discuss the history of the seven deadly sins, crimes attributed to them, and of course, the movie Se7en. We want to thank every single person who has tuned in for even just one episode in the last 5 years, here's to many many more!

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