Our editor, Ruth, and her grandmother sit down to discuss her grandmother's memories of the Moors murders and living next to the mother of Ian Brady.

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Synonymous With the Idea of Evil - Extra

This week Allie shares the story of Pearl Hart and her infamous stagecoach robbery. Tune in to hear our discussions on cowboy aesthetics, wild west dating games, and crazy escape attempts.

Desperate, Discouraged, and Ready for Anything

Sarah gets spooky and shares the story of one of the most famous witch trials in England - the Pendle witch trials. Tune in for discussions on obnoxiously long book titles, accidental magic, witch pissing contests, and Good Omens.

General Agents for the Devil

Allie and Sarah continue their story about Fyre Festival. This week we dive straight into the disaster and discuss topics such as memes, Lord of the Flies, and the startling dichotomy of human behavior.

Sometimes People Do Bad Things - Part 2

Allie presents the first part of one of her favorite recent fraud cases - the Fyre Festival. This week we talk about memes, childhood criminal enterprises, and the beginning of disaster.

Sometimes People Do Bad Things - Part 1

Sarah continues her presentation of the Moors murders. We finish up the case this week by discussing media malpractice, how to date photographs with just a dog, and the exciting world of the UK prison system.

Synonymous With the Idea of Evil - Part 2

Sarah presents the first half of our discussion of the Moors murders. This week we discuss red flags, wholesome book clubs, and all the things we hate about this case. Grab your comfort items, because this one's a dark one.

Synonymous With the Idea of Evil - Part 1

Allie discusses the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum theft. Join us as we talk about gossip columns, wax mustaches, and all the possible suspects!

Have You Even Seen a Heist Movie?

Sarah presents the story of Jack Saul while discussing the finer points of LGBT culture in the 1800s, self-insert fanfic, and possible royal scandal.

The Loathsome Object

The last of our three Brazil cases! Vit (@oceanyia) presents the story of Eliza Samudio, while also helping us clarify the difference between football and soccer, Brazilian nicknames, and celebrity responsibility.

The Worst Family Reunion Ever

In our second case from Brazil, Vit (@oceanyia) presents the story of Eloá Cristina Pimentel. Join us as we discuss hostage crisis techniques, media blunders, and the trials of being a teenager. If you are in a violent relationship and need help, these are a few hotlines you can call. -USA National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1- 800-799-7233 -Brazil domestic violence number: Ligue 180 -UK Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808-2000-247 -Japan's Purple Dial — Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence Telephone Counseling: 0120-941-826

Media Killed the Teenage Star

Allie's friend, Vit (@oceanyia), presents the story of Suzane von Richthofen, including a crash course on Brazilian culture and media impact.

Never Ask For a Receipt From a Love Hotel

Allie tells the story of Amber Hagerman, whose case resulted in the creation of the AMBER Alert System and National Sex Offender Registry. We also discuss the finer points of the US legal system, international impact, and crazy Texas weather.

In Memory of Amber

Sarah presents the story of Doctor Hawley Harvey Crippen, an American murderer in Edwardian London and the story behind the phrase “guilty as Crippen” - whilst dropping by to discuss the culture of vaudeville theatre, the finer points of disguise via drag and the hottest new technology of the 1900s.

Ship's Ahoy, Naughty Boy!

Allie presents the story of Kitty Genovese. Join us as we discuss fake news, the accuracy of bystander effect, and the creation of the 911 system.

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