Stab in the Back

We're keeping it local for this episode of Stab in the Back and examining some of the more infamous crimes of Austin, Texas!  First, Benton gives a rundown of the Murder of Steve Beard by his wife Celeste and her accomplice, Tracey Tarlton.  Then, Anna tells the tale of Austin's very own serial killer, the Servant Girl Annihilator.  Finally, the pair take a deep breath and discuss the Yogurt Shop Murders, where 4 young women were murdered and set ablaze in the back of a frozen yogurt shop.

**Disclaimer**

Dear Backstabbers!  We needed to have a remote recording session this week because of scheduling conflicts, so if you sense anything off, we are currently ironing out the kinks with such a system.  We appreciate your patience during this learning process!

On this episode of Stab in the Back, Benton and Anna discuss the big strides achieved in forensic science over the past century, and a few crazy ladies who are in prison as a result.  First up is the case of LAPD cop Stephanie Lazarus, who murdered her lover's new wife in a jealous rage, only to be convicted because of a bite mark she left on the victim.  Finally, the pair discuss the murder of Gerry Boggs, whose murder was solved by the forensic analysis of his breakfast's digestion.

Our TV doc this week is Episode 12 of Season 8: Order Up (Episode 1 of Collection 4 on Netflix)

We also want to give a very special thank you to Rachel and Griffin of the Wonderful! podcast,  where Anna was recently featured as a love correspondent for their bonus episode with Thirdlove, Love-stravaganza! Give it a listen!

Three strikes and you're out!  Join Benton & Anna as they take a look at cases that led to massive changes in our laws.  First, Anna takes a look at the origins of the Amber Alert system, and Benton examines the kidnapping and murder of Polly Klaas, which resulted in more focused three strikes laws across the country.  Finally, the two discuss the murder case of Kitty Genovese, who infamously never had her calls for help answered despite the crime being witnessed by dozens of her neighbors.

Our documentary this week is The Witness, available on Amazon Prime Video.

It may not be Halloween, but don't tell Benton & Anna because this week's episode is all about the power and appeal of urban legends!  First, they travel to Victorian England to examine one of the world's most enduring legends, Spring Heeled Jack.  Then, they discuss the case of Cropsey, the kidnapper from Staten Island who lived on the grounds of an abandoned state asylum.  Stay till the end for another edition of 'What's in the Box?'!

Our documentary this week is the film Cropsey, which as of this writing is viewable on Youtube.

Laissez les bons temps rouler!  Join Benton & Anna as they return from their hiatus and take a true crime trip to New Orleans.  First, Benton dives into the mysterious serial killer known as the Axeman of New Orleans, who terrorized the Big Easy in the early 1900's.  Then, Anna relays the tragic case of Zack & Addie, where the former brutally murdered and dismembered the latter, and confessed by letter before committing suicide.  Finally, our hosts dive into a classic episode of Cold Case Files, relaying the story of an officer going undercover in order to catch a cold blooded killer.

Our TV doc this week is the first segment of Season 2: Episode 1 of Cold Case Files, Operation Jambalaya, also watchable at this link: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x5do6rx

Happy Valentine's Day from Benton & Anna to you all!  In this very special episode, they examine the mysterious mental disorder known as Folie à deux, where individuals may share psychotic delusions, sometimes to such a degree that murder follows.  Anna shares the story of the San Francisco Witch killers (Michael Bear and Suzan Carson), where both individuals shared Suzan's belief that they must embark on a mission to murder the witches they encounter.  Benton gives an overview of the love affair between Henry Lee Lucas and Ottis Toole, which resulted in a 5 year killing spree across America.  Finally, they review a classic episode of Cold Case Files about the case of serial wife killer Jack Reeves.  

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Our TV doc this week is the second segment of Season 1, Episode 23 of Cold Case Files: Till Death Do Us Part.

This week, Benton and Anna dive into some very specific cases of families teaming up and killing together.  First, they reminisce about the Menendez brothers and their diabolical bond, and then move on to the notorious case of the Bloody Benders, a murderous family who murdered travelers who were unlucky enough to stop at their lodging for the night.  Finally, they review the case of the Briley brothers' crime spree in Richmond, Virginia in the late 70's.

Our TV doc this week is Season 5, Episode 6 of Born to Kill: The Briley Brothers, viewable on Youtube at the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKzTWGJhJd0

This week, Benton & Anna discuss the mysterious condition known as Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy!  First up, they dive into the crimes of notorious killer nurse, Genene Jones, who may have killed up to 60 people under her care.  Then, the cover the classic case of nurse and mother, Marybeth Davis, who made both of her children sick with medications to gain attention and sympathy, eventually severely injuring one and killing the other.

Our TV doc this week is the second half of Season 1: Episode 4 of Cold Case Files, "Maternal Instinct".  It is available through the A&E TV app, or at the link below:

https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x2jjnkr

Episode 10 is upon us!  This week, Benton & Anna delve into some truly killer cases of killer women!  First, they discuss the mysterious life and crimes of Belle Gunness, who may just be America's most prolific female serial killer.   Then, they settle in after a classic episode of Forensic Files, profiling the infamous murderer Stella Nickell, who used cyanide hidden in bottles of Excedrin to kill two people in Washington State.  You won't want to miss it!

Our crime doc this week is Season 2, Episode 9 of Forensic Files: "Something's Fishy" (On Netflix, it is Episode 6 of Collection 8)

Y'all, get ready for the ride of your life with this one!  First, Benton and Anna visit the urban legend of La Pasqualita, the Mexican bridal shop mannequin that may just be the actual body of the owner's daughter.  Then, they tackle the the dark world of necrophilia, the strange allure of hyperrealistic love dolls, and ultimately, the strange case of Carl Tanzler, who had such an obsession with a patient in his care that he chose to live with her body after death for almost an entire decade.