A fatal overdose. A boyfriend with a rap sheet. And a 911 call that sounds wrong from the very first seconds. If you care about true crime cases where the story keeps changing, this Shelby Perkins episode will pull you in fast.

Sam and Briana unpack the heartbreaking case of Shelby Perkins, a young woman from Wisconsin whose death led investigators into a web of heroin use, shifting timelines, and a boyfriend named Mitch whose version of events keeps collapsing under pressure. The conversation gets even more powerful because Shelby's sister Audrey reached out personally to have her story told, and her perspective shapes the entire episode.

Sam and Briana don't just walk through the evidence—they challenge the details in real time, question the inconsistencies, and call out the moments that feel impossible to ignore. Along the way, they also break down the dangers of addiction, the signs of a manipulated story, and why proper CPR knowledge can matter in the worst possible moment.

This is a devastating, detail-heavy case for listeners who want more than a surface-level recap. If you want a true crime episode with real emotional weight, a personal family connection, and a case that keeps getting more disturbing the deeper it goes, this one belongs in your queue.

THE CECIL HOTEL & ELISA LAM

This week on Kush & Crime, we’re checking into one of the most infamous hotels in true crime history: the Cecil Hotel.

Before we get into Elisa Lam’s mysterious disappearance and the bizarre elevator footage that sent the internet into a frenzy, we’re taking a look at the hotel’s disturbing history, which includes murders, suicides, drug overdoses, and some seriously notorious guests.

Then we dive into Elisa’s disappearance, the infamous elevator footage, the rooftop water tanks, the internet theories, and the questions that still surround her death.

🌿 STRAIN OF THE DAY: Peyton’s Pie
18% THC • Non-infused pre-roll • 2/10 rating

It may have been free, but Briana describes it as having major “old people weed” energy. The good news? We survived it and followed it up with something better. Because… if it’s free, it’s for me.

🎬 SMOKE BREAK TOPIC:
What are your favorite movies to watch when you’re baked? We get VERY off track talking about our comfort movies—including Harry Potter, The Hobbit, The Dark Crystal, Labyrinth, Pineapple Express, Adam Sandler classics, Dazed and Confused and the movies that are an absolute NOPE when you’re high. 🍿🌿

So spark up, get comfortable, and come check into the Cecil with us… just maybe don’t drink the water.

Listen now and let us know: What movie is your ultimate stoner comfort watch?

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This week on Kush & Crime, we’re talking about the life, legacy, and tragic murder of Selena Quintanilla.

From becoming the Queen of Tejano music and inspiring an entire generation, to her whirlwind romance with Chris Pérez, her rise toward international stardom, and the shocking betrayal that ended her life far too soon... Sam and Briana break down the story behind the icon we all know and love.

Selena’s story is one of talent, family, love, ambition, and ultimately, a betrayal that caused a devastating loss that shook the world.

🌿 Brianna’s Buds: Cheese Breath — an 8/10
🌿 Sam’s Bud: Donut Trip

So spark one up, settle in, and get ready for a case that hits a little different. 💨💀

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When the weed business gets deadly, things go way beyond being “tangled up in the weeds.”

This week on Kush & Crime, we’re diving into the story of Tushar Atre and the dangerous intersection of legal cannabis, the black market, big money, and even bigger egos.

What starts with a dream of building a legitimate cannabis empire quickly becomes a complicated web of business partners, secret grows, extraction labs, shady deals, and people who probably should've thought twice before shaking hands.

But before we get into the case, we're lighting up Black Sundae for our Strain of the Day 🍃🔥 — and yes, the bud comes in an actual glass coffee mug. Because apparently weed can have better packaging than some of our kitchenware.

And a HUGE thank you to everyone who has been listening! ❤️ We're getting dangerously close to 100 Instagram followers, and when we hit that milestone, we're launching a Kush & Crime giveaway with some goodies, merch, stickers, and even some vintage Kush & Crime surprises. 👀

So hit that follow button, share this episode with your favorite true-crime-loving meat bag, and spark up & settle in.

🎧 New episode out now!

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Grab your buds, spark one up, and settle in... because this one only gets darker.

Part 2 of the Ariel Castro case is here, and it's one of the hardest stories we've ever covered.

This week we continue the horrifying timeline of Michelle Knight's captivity, the kidnappings of Amanda Berry and Gina DeJesus, and the unimaginable abuse they endured for years. We also dive into the heartbreaking failures that left these women trapped while warning signs were repeatedly missed.

Before the darkness sets in, Brianna shares our Strain of the Day: Uh-Huh from Ooh Wee, and somehow we end up in a full-blown debate over whether you can actually "turn off" a joint.

So we have to know...
👇 Can you turn a joint on and off... or do you only light and put it out? Tell us in the comments because this debate isn't ending anytime soon.

Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.

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Some cases are so disturbing they stay with you long after you finish researching them...and this is one of them.

This week we're diving into Part 1 of the horrifying case of Ariel Castro, the Cleveland bus driver who secretly built a house of horrors while hiding in plain sight.

Before the world knew about the kidnappings that shocked the nation, there were decades of warning signs. We trace Castro's childhood, his escalating violence, the unimaginable abuse suffered by his wife Nilda, and the failures that allowed him to continue terrorizing those closest to him.

Then, we follow the heartbreaking story of Michelle Knight, whose difficult life made her vulnerable to a predator who exploited her desperation. What began as a simple request for directions ended with Michelle disappearing into Castro's home—where a nightmare was only beginning.

Strain of the day: Gusherlicious- A sweet, fruity strain that helped us get through one of the darkest cases we've covered yet.

Grab your buds, settle in, and join Sam and Briana as we get baked like grandma's cookies and discuss one of the most chilling true crime cases in modern history.

Follow us on social media for case photos, episode updates, and behind-the-scenes content, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe so you never miss an episode.

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On September 22, 2006, 16-year-old Cassie Jo Stoddart was house-sitting for her cousin in Pocatello, Idaho. She was supposed to spend the night with her boyfriend, watch the dog, and enjoy a quiet weekend away from home.

But that night, things took a twisted turn that came straight out of a horror movie.

What happened next would become one of the most disturbing murders in Idaho history.

After the lights in the house mysteriously shut off and the sound of breaking glass came from downstairs, Cassie was left alone in the house. Two days later, she was found dead, stabbed 30 times.

At first, investigators were left with a seemingly impossible mystery, but the truth was far more disturbing.

As police began questioning the teenagers involved, their stories started to unravel. Hidden evidence was recovered from a canyon. Bloody clothing, masks, knives, notes, and a damaged videotape.

This week on Kush & Crime, Sam and Briana talk about the murder of Cassie Jo Stoddart and the twists and turns that led to her killer's identity.

Grab your Strawberry Push-Pop and light up, this one is crazy.

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The investigation into the murder of Elizabeth Short, better known as the Black Dahlia, takes an even darker turn.

In Part 2, Sam and Briana dive into the horrifying crime scene, the shocking autopsy findings, and the investigation that quickly spiraled into one of the most infamous unsolved murder cases in American history.

From a crime scene that stunned even seasoned detectives to media interference, questionable police decisions, and a seemingly endless list of suspects, this case became as much about corruption and sensationalism as it was about finding a killer.

Spark up some cherry do-si-dos, settle in, and join us as we break down one of true crime's most haunting cold cases.

Make sure you go back and listen to Part 1 to understand where we left off!

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The investigation into the murder of Elizabeth Short, better known as the Black Dahlia, takes an even darker turn.

In Part 2, Sam and Briana dive into the horrifying crime scene, the shocking autopsy findings, and the investigation that quickly spiraled into one of the most infamous unsolved murder cases in American history.

From a crime scene that stunned even seasoned detectives to media interference, questionable police decisions, and a seemingly endless list of suspects, this case became as much about corruption and sensationalism as it was about finding a killer.

Spark up some cherry do-si-dos, settle in, and join us as we break down one of true crime's most haunting cold cases.

Make sure you go back and listen to Part 1 to understand where we left off!

Follow @kushandcrime on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & X

#truecrimepotcast #coldcase #unsolvedmystery #blackdahlia

Before she became one of America's most infamous cold cases, Elizabeth Short was a young woman searching for a place to belong.

In this episode, Sam and Briana trace Betty's life before the headlines.

From a childhood marked by abandonment and hardship to her constant search for opportunity in wartime California. Along the way, she relied on the kindness of strangers, chased dreams of a better future, and left behind a trail of unanswered questions that would only deepen after her tragic death.

This is the story of Elizabeth Short before she became the Black Dahlia. 🌹

Be sure to roll up some super lemon haze and settle in!

Stay tuned for part 2 next Wednesday!

🎙️ Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.

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