Stab in the Back

This week's episode is all about missing women!  First, Anna gives some statistics on the amount of cold and missing persons cases there truly are in the United States, and Benton relays the story of missing teen Tara Calico, whose case garnered national attention after a polaroid surfaced that suggested she may still be alive.  Then, Anna Anna tells the tale of the Springfield 3, where 3 women vanished from a home in Springfield, Missouri without a trace.  Finally, the two settle in with a classic episode of Power, Privilege & Justice, profiling the disappearance of candy heiress Helen Brach.

Our TV doc this week is Season 2: Episode 6 of Dominic Dunne's Power, Privilege and Justice, "Sweet Seduction".

Music & Murder!  Join Benton and Anna as they journey into the world of murdered musicians.  First, Anna gives a rundown on the infamous "27 Club", the notorious age at which so many of our most famous musicians terminate, and Benton takes a look at the murder of John Lennon.  Then, Anna shares the mysterious death of Bobby Fuller in Los Angeles in 1966.  Finally, the two watch a classic case of Forensic Files, profiling the murder of Mia Zapata, lead singer of the Gits.

Our TV doc this week is Season 12: Episode 7 of Forensic Files, "The Day the Music Died".

It's another prison-centric episode!  First, Anna lays out some statistics on violence and death in the prison system, and gives an overview of one of America's most notorious prisons, Alcatraz.  Then, Benton takes us on a more gentle prison related journey with the incarceration of Martha Stewart at FPC Alderson.  Finally, the two settle in for an episode of Forensic Files, covering the murder of Corrections Officer Donna Payant.

Our TV doc this week is Season 6: Episode 24 of Forensic Files, "Pastoral Care".

We're back from summer vacation, let's go on a hike!  Join Benton and Anna as they discuss the reality of going missing in our national parks.  First, Benton gives a rundown on the crimes of the National Forest Serial Killer, Gary Hilton, and Anna relays the tragic murders of Julie Williams and Laura Winans.  Then, the two settle in with an episode of Born to Kill?, featuring the Yosemite Killer, Cary Stayner.

Our Tv doc this week is Season 5: Episode 4 of Born to Kill?, which can be viewed at the link below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exQq9bKyrbo

Satanic Panic!  Join Benton and Anna as they take a look at a few instances of crimes that may or may not have been instigated by the devil.  First, Anna gives a rundown on the origins of the impulse to blame those who may dabble in the otherworldly, and relays the story of the McMartin School trial.  Then, Benton tells the tale of Rod Ferrell, the self-proclaimed vampire cult leader and convicted killer of Murry, Kentucky.  Then, the two settle in with a classic episode of Cold Case Files, profiling the ritualistic murder of Donald Morris by his wife, Judy.

Our TV doc this week is the second half of Season 1: Episode 13 of Cold Case Files, "The Burning Secret".

The cannibalism episode is here!  Join Benton & Anna as they have a nice meaty discussion about cannibal practices around the world, and discuss the murder of Bernd Brandes by Armin Meiwes, who willingly offered himself to be killed and eaten as part of a sexual fantasy. Then, the two review one of the most disturbing documentaries they've ever seen, profiling the free Japanese cannibal, Issei Sagawa. 

Our TV doc this week is Vice Meets: Interview with a Cannibal.

Do you live a double life?   It sounds so exhausting!  Join Benton & Anna as they explore the double lives of some very infamous individuals who weren't satisfied with just one.  First, Anna gives a rundown on the statistics of those leading a double life, and tells the tale of the Soccer Mom Madam, Anna Gristina.  Then, Benton dives into the dark world of H. H. Holmes and his grisly hotel of death.  Finally, the two discuss a classic episode of Forensic Files, profiling the murder of Ronald Platt by David Davis, AKA Albert Walker.

Our TV doc this week is Season 5: Episode 15 of Forensic Files, "Time Will Tell" (Episode 18 of Collection 5 on Netflix).

Get in the truck, we're going for a wild ride!  Join Benton & Anna as they discuss the crimes of a few cross country killers.  First, the two talk over the crimes of Robert Ben Rhoades, otherwise known as the Truck Stop Killer.  Then, they dive into the life story and murderous exploits of Glen Edward Rogers, the Cross Country Killer.

Our TV doc this week is My Brother the Serial Killer, originally made for Investigation Discovery in 2012.

This week's episode is all about husbands killing their wives!  First, Anna shares some statistics on the subject of wife killing, and Benton takes a look at the tragic deaths of the wives of both William S. Burroughs and Gig Young.  Then, Anna relays the case of Robert Blake, who was acquitted of murdering his wife, Bonnie Lee.  Finally, the two discuss a classic episode of Cold Case Files, featuring the murder of Pegye Jann Bechler and plenty of classic B-roll footage!

Our TV doc this week is the second half of Season 2: Episode 13 of Cold Case Files, "Trouble in Paradise".

Don't fall for it!  This week's episode is all about scams, cons, thieves, and forgeries!  First, Anna gives a little rundown on the definition and characteristics of a confidence game, and Benton gives us a peek into the world of art forgery and fraud.  Then, Anna goes over the life and many crimes of infamous globetrotting jewel thief Doris Payne.  Finally, the two have a field day with a  classic episode of Forensic Files, featuring the insurance fraud case of Richard Boggs, Gene Hanson and John Hawkins in Glendale, California.

Our TV doc this week is Season 6: Episode 7 of Forensic Files, "Mistaken For Dead" (Netflix Collection 5: Episode 21).