Not long ago, before victim impact statements were the norm and DA's actually worked with victims (sort of), victims and their families had almost no role in the criminal justice system. Today, the BTC is looking at two cases that changed the way victims are included in the process. Join as we ponder whether these have been changes for the worse or the better. You can check out How to be Less Awkward HERE!-MCVRC Website-Murder of Stephanie Roper Wiki-Washington Post article covering the Stephanie Roper murder trial -Washington Post interview with Roberta Roper-Oyez.org entries for Payne v. Tennessee and Booth v. Mayland-Murderpedia entry for Pervis Payne-South Carolina v. Gathers  WikiLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Often on The BTC, we discuss various crimes and the victims of these crimes. But very rarely do we talk about the people who represent these folks in a court of law. Today, we aim to change that, by taking a look at two very successful, albeit controversial, attorneys and some of their most well known court cases.To check out the Feminine Mistake podcast, you can go HERE.F. Lee Bailey on WikipediaF. lee Bailey on Biography.comWashington Post – OJ’s Last DefenderBustle.com – What is Amber Frey Doing?Viceland – Gloria Allred Fact Checks The Internet on Gloria Allred Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the BTC, the ladies cover a range of topics. From FOSTA/SESTA to serial killers, this episode has it all! Join Vicky and Janelle as they discuss the sex work industry and the dangers these women face everyday.You can check out the Marble Orchard Podcast HERE! EndTheBacklog.orgCrimeFeed articles on the Sunset Strip Killers HERE and HEREDoug Clark Interview Larry King Live Debate HERECrimefeed article on Joel Rifkin HERE Murderpedia entries on Joel Rifkin HERELearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey there BTC listeners! We’ve got a brand spankin’ new episode for you. What is it about you ask? This week, Janelle and Vicky look at families that kill together. Their family bonds may keep them together, but what happens when you through crime into the mix? You will just have to listen to find out!You can check out the You Can Rewind It podcast HERE! 60 Minutes interview with Sante and Kenny Kimes HERECrimefeed article about Irene Silverman’s Death HEREMurderpedia entries about Sante Kimes HERENYT article about the Kenny Kimes hostage situation HEREMurderpedia entries about the Shen Brothers HEREWikipedia article on the Shen Brothers HEREIrish Times article on the Shen Brothers HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello  BT listeners! The ladies are back again and this time, they’re talking cold cases. Vicky and Janelle take a look at two very different, but equally unsolved cases. Will these cases ever be solved? Tune in this week to hear more!You can check out the Nihilist Podcast Network HERE! Daily Herald article about Barbara GlueckertChicago Tribune article about Barbara GlueckertBarbara Glueckert description and information at The Doe NetworkSmithsonian information about The Somerton ManABC’s coverage of The Somerton ManTamam Shud WikipediaLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The BTC, we are traveling to South America, the area with the most homicides in the world. Join Janelle and Vicky for two of these awful, but interesting cases.Check out what Sudio has to offer AND get %15 with coupon code CRIMECAST here!Interested in th SSSJ podcast? Find them here! Murderpedia entry on Luis CubillosRolling Stones article on Luis CubillosEl Pansante article on Luis CubillosCultura Collectiva article on Superior Universal AlignmentMurderpedia entry on Dr. Anisio Ferreira de SousaCheck out Valentina de Andrade’s website here!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a very special episode from the BTC crew to all of you. We have been bringing you content of the crime kind for ONE WHOLE YEAR! So to honor the occasion, we have put together a smashing episode covering an all time favorite.. CULTS! Which one you may ask? Take a listen and find out! Stayed tuned at the end of the episode to hear the winner of our one year contest.
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Paul Morantz, former member of the Rajneeshpurim, describes his escape HERE
PBS Documentary
99% Invisible episode on Rajneeshpurim
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This week, we travel to the land of maple syrup. That's right, Canada! Things seems peaceful but Canada houses some of the most brutal murders in the world. Join Janelle and Vicky as they discuss two of these such cases.
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Dyingwords.net article on The Boozing Barber
Murderpedia for Gilbert Paul Jordan
Highway of Tears information
Highway of Tears Wikipedia
New York Times article on Missing Women
48 Hours episode about Highway of Tears
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While the Olympics may be wrapping up on the opposite side of the world, Vicky and Janelle are here to bring the only coverage of the sporting event you will ever need. Join the ladies this week as they look at two of the most notable controversies in Olympic history.
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Telegraph article on Team Foxcatcher
Biography of John du Pont
Raw Footage of Nancy Kerrigan Attack
Tonya Harding Breakdown in Lillehammer
Crimefeed Article About Detroit Attack
 
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This week, Janelle is befuddled, Vicky talks Ivy League, and they both ask alot of questions.
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Crimefeed Article
People Magazine: Murder at Dartmouth
Press Briefing on Toni Keller Investigation
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