Step into the glamorous yet shadowy world of 1970s Hollywood as we unravel the unsolved murder of Bob Crane, the charismatic star of Hogan's Heroes. Found bludgeoned to death in his Scottsdale, Arizona apartment in 1978, Crane’s murder shocked the entertainment world and left behind a tangled web of suspects and motives. From his double life of scandalous videotapes and troubled relationships to the cloud of suspicion surrounding his close friend John Carpenter, this case has all the elements of a true-crime classic. In this episode, we dive deep into the salacious rumors of Bob Crane's sexual fetishes, the gruesome crime scene, the evidence (or lack thereof), and the investigation that pointed fingers but never delivered justice. Why was Crane targeted? Did his lifestyle lead to his demise, or was it something more sinister? With twists, dead ends, and chilling details, this story will leave you questioning just how well we know the people behind the silver screen.

Don't miss our interview with Bob Crane's Official Biographers Carol Ford and Linda Groundwater to hear 'behind the scenes' of the life and murder of Bob Crane. Episode airs Friday 1/17/2025.

Bob Crane: The Definitive Biography: Click Here

Bob Crane Airchecks and Segments: https://www.youtube.com/@vote4bobcrane/videos

Biographer's website: https://www.carolmford.com/

Official Bob Crane website: https://www.vote4bobcrane.org/home

Bob's Radio Legacy: https://www.vote4bobcrane.org/radio/radio-legacy

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Don’t forget Wildcide Wednesdays- new episodes drop every Wednesday at 6am EST. Interviews will drop every other Friday at 6am EST.

Art for the podcast was created by Kelly Steen. Editing/Production for the podcast by Bltzwolff ([email protected]).

​WILDCIDE Podcast and any content posted is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user’s own risk. It is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical or mental health condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions. 

References:

Ford, C. M., Young, D., & Groundwater, L. J. (2015). Bob Crane: The definitive biography. AM Ink Publishing.

In this episode, we dive into the enigmatic and chilling case of Vaidas Jucevičius, a man whose life took a turn so strange it left investigators and the public stunned. What started as a routine inquiry soon unraveled into a labyrinth of unanswered questions, cryptic clues, and unsettling twists. Vaidas wasn’t just any ordinary figure—his actions and the circumstances surrounding his case suggested a story far more intricate and unnerving.

As investigators peeled back the layers of his life, they were met with peculiar behavior, an unexpected trail of events, and discoveries that only deepened the mystery. What secrets lay hidden in the folds of his seemingly normal existence? And why did the case veer so far from what anyone could have anticipated?

Join us as we explore the baffling details and try to make sense of a story that has left even seasoned investigators scratching their heads. With every revelation, the case becomes stranger, and the truth seems more elusive than ever. Buckle in for an episode that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about the boundaries of reality and crime.

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Don’t forget Wildcide Wednesdays- new episodes drop every Wednesday at 6am EST. Interviews will drop every other Friday at 6am EST.

Art for the podcast was created by Kelly Steen. Editing/Production for the podcast by Bltzwolff ([email protected]).

​WILDCIDE Podcast and any content posted is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user’s own risk. It is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical or mental health condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions. 

**The interview this week will be pushed to next week- for the week of Halloween**

Thanks for listening! If you want to support us, you can follow/subscribe to WILDCIDE on your favorite podcast listening app. While you’re there, please rate and leave us a review – we would really appreciate it! You can also visit our website at www.wildcidepodcast.com (merch now available!) Make sure to get updates by following us on Instagram (@wildcidepodcast) and Facebook (Wildcide Podcast). 

Don’t forget Wildcide Wednesdays- new episodes drop every Wednesday at 6am EST. Interviews will drop every other Friday at 6am EST.

Art for the podcast was created by Kelly Steen. Editing/Production for the podcast by Bltzwolff ([email protected]).

It’s a new year, but don’t worry – we’re still here, digging into the darkest corners of true crime! In this special update episode, Bailey and Chelsea kick off 2025 with a recap of Wildcide’s 2024 year, listener shoutouts, and a sneak peek at what’s coming next. From unsolved mysteries to cases that left us scratching our heads (and locking our doors), we reflect on the stories that haunted us most.

Tune in to hear what’s in store for Wildcide!

Happy New Year, Wildciders! 🔪✨

It was Christmas night in 2010, a time for joy, family, and celebration—but for 25-year-old Kashmier James, the holiday ended in an unthinkable tragedy. After spending the day with loved ones, Kashmier stopped to visit a friend in the Hyde Park neighborhood of South Los Angeles. Just moments later, gunfire shattered the quiet night. Kashmier, a nurse and young mother with aspirations of building a brighter future for her three-year-old daughter, was gunned down in a hail of bullets. Her child witnessed the entire ordeal, left to endure a trauma that would haunt her forever.

When investigators arrived, they found 13 spent shell casings scattered near Kashmier’s lifeless body. This wasn’t a robbery—her wallet remained untouched. It was a deliberate act of violence that sent shockwaves through the neighborhood. Despite the bustle of the city and a community teeming with activity, there were no witnesses willing to come forward. The case teetered on the brink of going cold. Kashmier’s family, including her devastated mother, Kimmolita Evans, refused to let her memory fade. Through tearful press conferences and pleas for information, they fought to keep the spotlight on Kashmier’s case. The community rallied with candlelight vigils, yet questions lingered. Who would kill a young mother on Christmas night? And why?

The investigation stretched on, testing the resolve of both Kashmier’s family and law enforcement. The clues, buried deep within a tangle of secrets, led to shocking revelations—but you’ll have to listen to find out how justice unfolded. This episode dives into the heartbreaking story of Kashmier James, a senseless act of violence that shattered a family and a community, and the relentless pursuit of answers that followed.

Thanks for listening! If you want to support us, you can follow/subscribe to WILDCIDE on your favorite podcast listening app. While you’re there, please rate and leave us a review – we would really appreciate it! You can also visit our website at www.wildcidepodcast.com (merch now available!) Make sure to get updates by following us on Instagram (@wildcidepodcast) and Facebook (Wildcide Podcast). 

Don’t forget Wildcide Wednesdays- new episodes drop every Wednesday at 6am EST. Interviews will drop every other Friday at 6am EST.

Art for the podcast was created by Kelly Steen. Editing/Production for the podcast by Bltzwolff ([email protected]).

​WILDCIDE Podcast and any content posted is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user’s own risk. It is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical or mental health condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions. 

References:

The Kashmier James Foundation

25595 Horado Lane, Moreno Valley, CA 92551

562-344-5531

Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

ABC7. (2010, December 26). Mother pleads for justice after Christmas Day shooting in Manchester Square. ABC7 Los Angeles. https://abc7.com/kashmier-james-christmas-day-shooting-south-los-angeles-manchester-square/868090/

DiPrima, D. (n.d.). Kashmier James’ family makes public plea for help in solving her murder. Dominique DiPrima. Retrieved December 6, 2024, from https://www.dominiquediprima.com/kashmier-james-family-makes-public-plea-for-help-in-solving-her-murder/

Gould, J. (2015, August 27). Gang member gets 29 years for Christmas Day killing in South Los Angeles. Daily News. https://www.dailynews.com/2015/08/27/gang-member-gets-29-years-for-christmas-day-killing-in-south-los-angeles/

Li, S. (2010, December 27). Kashmier James, 25 [updated] - the homicide report. Los Angeles Times. https://homicide.latimes.com/post/kashmier-james/

Los Angeles Police Department. (2016, October 4). Los Angeles Board of Police Commissioners report: Transmittal of the Supplemental Police Account quarterly report for the period ending June 30, 2016 (BPC No. 16-0338). Retrieved from https://www.lapdpolicecom.lacity.org/100416/BPC_16-0338.pdf

Los Angeles Community Policing. (2011, September 22). News of the day: September 22, 2011. Los Angeles Community Policing. http://www.lacp.org/2011-news-of-day/092211-News.htm

Los Angeles Sentinel. (n.d.). News. Los Angeles Sentinel. Retrieved December 6, 2024, from https://lawattstimes.com/index.php?limitstart=1215&option=com_content&tmpl=component&view=featured

People v. Houston, No. B267503 (Cal. Ct. App. May. 15, 2018). People v. Houston, No. B267503 | Casetext Search + Citator

Rubin, A. (2010, December 28). Christmas shooting leaves one dead, one injured in South LA. Los Angeles Times. https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2010-dec-28-la-me-christmas-shooting-20101228-story.html

Staff, L. A. S. (2018, May 16). Christmas killing: Gang member’s first-degree murder conviction reversed. Los Angeles Sentinel. https://lasentinel.net/christmas-killing-gang-members-first-degree-murder-conviction-reversed.html

In this Chelstacular episode, Chelsea dives into the story of Dr. Marcel Petiot, a man whose sinister charm and calculated brutality earned him the infamous nicknames "Doctor Satan" and “The Butcher of Paris.” Marcel André Henri Félix Petiot, a seemingly charming and enigmatic figure in wartime Paris, was widely trusted as a physician and community leader. To those desperate to flee the Nazi regime, he presented himself as a savior, offering promises of escape during one of history’s darkest periods. Refugees, resistance fighters, and ordinary citizens placed their faith in him, unaware of the horrific fate that awaited them.  Behind the closed doors of his Parisian home, however, Petiot carried out a macabre campaign of deception and murder, cloaking unspeakable atrocities under the guise of compassion. His victims were lured by the hope of freedom, only to vanish without a trace. When authorities eventually uncovered the chilling evidence, the truth sent shockwaves through the nation.  How could someone so trusted commit such monstrous acts? What allowed him to evade suspicion for so long? And what did the investigation ultimately reveal about the man who hid pure evil behind a mask of respectability? Dr. Marcel Petiot's trial became a national spectacle, exposing the depths of his depravity and solidifying his place as one of France’s most notorious serial killers.  Prepare to unravel the chilling tale of a predator who thrived on trust and preyed on desperation—a story that will leave you questioning how well we can ever truly know someone. 

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Don’t forget Wildcide Wednesdays- new episodes drop every Wednesday at 6am EST. Interviews will drop every other Friday at 6am EST.

Art for the podcast was created by Kelly Steen. Editing/Production for the podcast by Bltzwolff ([email protected]).

References:

Gallai, B., et al. (2013). Primary nocturnal enuresis as a risk factor for sleep disorders: an observational questionnaire-based multicenter study. Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment, 437. https://doi.org/10.2147/ndt.s43673

In part two of this two-part case, we are back to the manipulation, crime, and charisma of Daniel Perez, AKA Lou Castro. In part one, we explored Perez’s control over his followers led to a series of suspicious deaths, each conveniently linked to large life insurance payouts that supported the cult's luxurious lifestyle. For part two, we begin to really dig into how Perez's control extended beyond financial exploitation. In the spring of 2011, the 'nail in the coffin' for bringing down Daniel Perez was a recovered hard drive full of incriminating information. We begin to get into the testimonies of three former cult members that would be the catalyst to Perez's arrest and witness testimonies of unimaginable horror that was going on at behind the 'kumbaya' facade of Angel's Landing. We will explore how Daniel Perez convinced his followers that he was a centuries-old supernatural being or angel with special powers, and how he needed to have sex with young girls to stay alive and maintain his power. Hang out with us as we tie up this intense two-part episode about this 'supernatural' cult leader (who was just a gross old dude, tbh) that left a trail of devastation from his manipulation and deceit. 

Thanks for listening! If you want to support us, you can follow/subscribe to WILDCIDE on your favorite podcast listening app. While you’re there, please rate and leave us a review – we would really appreciate it! You can also visit our website at www.wildcidepodcast.com (merch now available!) Make sure to get updates by following us on Instagram (@wildcidepodcast) and Facebook (Wildcide Podcast). 

Don’t forget Wildcide Wednesdays- new episodes drop every Wednesday at 6am EST. Interviews will drop every other Friday at 6am EST.

Art for the podcast was created by Kelly Steen. Editing/Production for the podcast by Bltzwolff ([email protected]).

References

Potter, T. (2014, August 6). Witness recalls day woman died at Valley Center compound | wichita eagle. The Witchita Eagle. https://www.kansas.com/news/article1092974.html

Nolasco, S. (2020, May 2). Angel’s Landing survivor recalls escaping deadly cult in new doc: “it didn’t take long for things to turn.” Fox News. https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/angels-landing-survivor-tells-all-deadly-cults-oxygen-doc

 Leiker, A. R. (2015, February 12). Daniel Perez testifies beating, memory loss led him to Lou Castro identity | wichita eagle. Daniel Perez testifies beating, memory loss led him to Lou Castro identity. https://www.kansas.com/news/local/crime/article9907157.html

Tidd, J. (2020, March 6). Case of Kansas cult killer and rapist Daniel Perez, Aka Lou Castro, featured on TV. Case of Kansas cult killer and rapist Daniel Perez, AKA Lou Castro, featured on TV. https://www.kansas.com/news/local/crime/article240933986.html

Public Offender Registry

Bennett, J. (2015, May 9). Columbia’s brush with an agent of pure evil. The Daily Herald. https://www.columbiadailyherald.com/story/news/local/2015/05/09/columbia-s-brush-with-agent/25703906007/

 State v. Perez, 396 P.3d 78 (Kan. 2017). State v. Perez, 396 P.3d 78 | Casetext Search + Citator

Potter, T. (2015, February 18). Identity quest: How Nine-year pursuit of ‘Lou Castro’ unfolded | wichita eagle. The Wichita Eagle. https://www.kansas.com/news/local/crime/article11501540.html

In part one of this two-part case, Bailey takes us through the investigation into the Angel’s Landing cult. It is a chilling tale of manipulation, crime, and a charismatic leader who preyed on the vulnerable. At the heart of the case is Daniel Perez, also known as Lou Castro, who presented himself as a clairvoyant and prophet. Claiming to have supernatural powers and the ability to foresee the future, Perez lured followers to a secluded compound in Kansas, promising them protection and prosperity. However, behind the façade of spiritual guidance lay a sinister operation. The group was financially supported by the life insurance policies of its members, many of whom met untimely and suspicious deaths. Authorities became suspicious after the death of Patricia (Gomez) Hughes in 2003, officially ruled an accident. The trail led investigators to uncover a web of deceit, coercion, and exploitation spanning years. The Angel’s Landing Cult remains a harrowing reminder of the dangers of an absolute predator manipulating a group of followers with blind devotion.

Thanks for listening! If you want to support us, you can follow/subscribe to WILDCIDE on your favorite podcast listening app. While you’re there, please rate and leave us a review – we would really appreciate it! You can also visit our website at www.wildcidepodcast.com (merch now available!) Make sure to get updates by following us on Instagram (@wildcidepodcast) and Facebook (Wildcide Podcast). 

Don’t forget Wildcide Wednesdays- new episodes drop every Wednesday at 6am EST. Interviews will drop every other Friday at 6am EST.

Art for the podcast was created by Kelly Steen. Editing/Production for the podcast by Bltzwolff ([email protected]).

References

Potter, T. (2014, August 6). Witness recalls day woman died at Valley Center compound | wichita eagle. The Witchita Eagle. https://www.kansas.com/news/article1092974.html

Nolasco, S. (2020, May 2). Angel’s Landing survivor recalls escaping deadly cult in new doc: “it didn’t take long for things to turn.” Fox News. https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/angels-landing-survivor-tells-all-deadly-cults-oxygen-doc

 Leiker, A. R. (2015, February 12). Daniel Perez testifies beating, memory loss led him to Lou Castro identity | wichita eagle. Daniel Perez testifies beating, memory loss led him to Lou Castro identity. https://www.kansas.com/news/local/crime/article9907157.html

Tidd, J. (2020, March 6). Case of Kansas cult killer and rapist Daniel Perez, Aka Lou Castro, featured on TV. Case of Kansas cult killer and rapist Daniel Perez, AKA Lou Castro, featured on TV. https://www.kansas.com/news/local/crime/article240933986.html

Public Offender Registry

Bennett, J. (2015, May 9). Columbia’s brush with an agent of pure evil. The Daily Herald. https://www.columbiadailyherald.com/story/news/local/2015/05/09/columbia-s-brush-with-agent/25703906007/

 State v. Perez, 396 P.3d 78 (Kan. 2017). State v. Perez, 396 P.3d 78 | Casetext Search + Citator

Potter, T. (2015, February 18). Identity quest: How Nine-year pursuit of ‘Lou Castro’ unfolded | wichita eagle. The Wichita Eagle. https://www.kansas.com/news/local/crime/article11501540.html

In the remote reaches of eastern Oregon in 1946, the respected chiropractor and rancher Dr. W.D. Broadhurst met his violent end on a desolate road near Jordan Valley. Ambushed and slain, his death left behind a widow, a trail of dark secrets and twisted motives. His widow, Gladys, was a woman with too many aliases to count, had a labyrinthine past and a talent for manipulation. Her secretive and tangled history included bigamy and a pattern of calculated relationships. What followed was a story almost stranger than fiction. Gladys, attempting to deflect suspicion, fabricated threats and scattered lies, but the truth surfaced when W.D.’s ranch hand Alvin Williams, who was also Gladys' lover, led authorities to the scene of the crime and ultimately W.D. Broadhurst’s body. The trial that ensued captivated the public, earning comparisons to classic film noir plots due to its sensational nature.  While both Gladys and Williams faced justice, the tale lingered as a haunting reminder of the depths of human deception—and the fatal cost of trust betrayed. Tune in to listen to Chelsea take us into the past to wade through seven different marriages, secret evil twins, supposed million dollar inheritances and lots of steamy love telegrams.

Thanks for listening! If you want to support us, you can follow/subscribe to WILDCIDE on your favorite podcast listening app. While you’re there, please rate and leave us a review – we would really appreciate it! You can also visit our website at www.wildcidepodcast.com (merch now available!) Make sure to get updates by following us on Instagram (@wildcidepodcast) and Facebook (Wildcide Podcast). 

Don’t forget Wildcide Wednesdays- new episodes drop every Wednesday at 6am EST. Interviews will drop every other Friday at 6am EST.

Art for the podcast was created by Kelly Steen. Editing/Production for the podcast by Bltzwolff ([email protected]).

References:

In June 2017, a horrifying discovery on the Caldwell Ranch, a secluded Idaho property, unraveled a chilling web of deception, infidelity, and murder. Three bodies—Cheryl Baker, Nadja Medley, and her teenage daughter, Payton—were found under a tarp in an abandoned shed, along with three lifeless dogs. All were killed execution-style. The connection between the victims? A man by the name Mike Bullinger. As investigators dug deeper, they uncovered the tangled threads of Mike's history: a pattern of manipulation, domestic violence, and betrayal. What ensued next was an all-out manhunt stretched across three states, Wyoming, Utah and Idaho, involving the FBI, the US Marshalls, the National Park Service and local authorities. The former pilot and survivalist vanished into the wilderness, leaving behind a white Ford Focus near Grand Teton National Park and countless unanswered questions. Did Mike Bullinger flee to escape justice? Or did he meet his end in the vast, unforgiving wilderness he knew so well? This episode delves into the dark complexities of the case, exploring the lives of the victims, Cheryl, Nadja and Payton, Mike Bullinger’s shadowy past, and the eerie possibilities of what became of him. Is he hiding in plain sight—or has the forest swallowed his secrets forever?

Thanks for listening! If you want to support us, you can follow/subscribe to WILDCIDE on your favorite podcast listening app. While you’re there, please rate and leave us a review – we would really appreciate it! You can also visit our website at www.wildcidepodcast.com (merch now available!) Make sure to get updates by following us on Instagram (@wildcidepodcast) and Facebook (Wildcide Podcast). 

Don’t forget Wildcide Wednesdays- new episodes drop every Wednesday at 6am EST. Interviews will drop every other Friday at 6am EST.

Art for the podcast was created by Kelly Steen. Editing/Production for the podcast by Bltzwolff ([email protected]).

References:

ABC4 News. (2021, January 17). ​Suspect remains at large two years after the murders of three Utah women.​ ABC4 News. Retrieved November 18, 2024, from https://www.abc4.com/news/suspect-remains-at-large-two-years-after-the-murders-of-three-utah-women/

Idaho News. (2019, February 19). ​Investigation Discovery to spotlight Caldwell triple homicide, Gerald Bullinger case.​ Idaho News. Retrieved November 18, 2024, from https://idahonews.com/news/local/investigation-discovery-to-spotlight-caldwell-triple-homicide-gerald-bullinger-case

Idaho Statesman. (2017, June 21). Dead bodies at Idaho home: Owner wanted on felony warrant. Retrieved from http://www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/crime/article157378034.html

Idaho Statesman. (2017, August 8). Remaining two victims ID'd in Caldwell triple murder. Retrieved from http://www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/crime/article166066922.html

Idaho Statesman. (2017, July 29). Last victims identified in triple homicide on Idaho farm. Retrieved from http://www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/crime/article165568297.html

Investigation Discovery. (n.d.). Gerald "Mike" Bullinger on the run: Living a double life. In In Pursuit with John Walsh. Retrieved November 18, 2024, from https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/id-shows/on-tv0/in-pursuit-with-john-walsh/articles/gerald-mike-bullinger-on-the-run-living-double-life

Lowe, E. (2019, June 23). Triple homicide investigation continues 2 years later. The Spectrum. https://www.thespectrum.com/story/news/2019/06/22/triple-homicide-investigation-continues-2-years-later/1539711001/

Mitchell, M. (2023, July 6). Murder suspect still not located after 6 years. Jackson Hole Radio. https://jacksonholeradio.com/murder-suspect-still-not-located-after-6-years/#h-the-triple-murder-case-in-idaho

Press, A. (2017, July 3). Utah victim in Idaho triple slaying was retired teacher. KBOI. https://idahonews.com/news/local/utah-victim-in-idaho-triple-slaying-was-retired-teacher

Sokmensuer, H. (2018, August 17). Married murder suspect charmed single mom - then confrontation with wife led to triple slayings. People.com. https://people.com/crime/mike-bullinger-murder-wife-girlfriend-idaho-house/

Standard-Examiner. (2021, April 18). Gerald Mike Bullinger. Standard-Examiner. Retrieved November 18, 2024, from https://www.standard.net/gerald-mike-bullinger/article_62f853cf-c795-5e4c-b7c9-b450f62c484c.html

Standard-Examiner. (2017, July 1). Friends remember Ogden teacher Cheryl Baker as an artistic, kind woman. Standard-Examiner. Retrieved November 18, 2024, from https://www.standard.net/police-fire/friends-remember-ogden-teacher-cheryl-baker-as-an-artistic-kind/article_674938d9-d357-5758-abc1-d737dc57fc3f.html