Whenever I feel like my life is a bit much, I just remember that in 1589, a "magic belt" was a valid piece of evidence in a criminal trial. Suddenly, my Tuesday doesn't seem so bad. 🥂🚩

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Buried Bones - a historical true crime podcast with Kate Winkler Dawson and Paul Holes True Crime Podcast · Updated Weekly · On Buried Bones, journalist Kate Winkler Dawson and forensic investigator Paul Holes dissect some of history’s most compelling true crime cases from centuries ago...

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The Magruder murders and the lost gold ”The coins lie hidden to this day … about a day’s horse ride from the 1863 city limits of Walla Walla.”

The Magruder murders and the lost gold

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By: Ashleigh Malin

Narrated by @richpalmer.bsky.social

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#32: The Wallace Case - Britain's Impossible Murder On a cold January night in 1931, William Herbert Wallace returned to his Liverpool home to find his wife Julia brutally murdered in their parlor. The investigation seemed straightforward at first—a mysterious phone call had lured Wallace across town while the killer struck. But as police dug deeper, they uncovered a web of contradictions that would make this case one of the most controversial in British legal history. Was Wallace a devoted husband caught in an elaborate trap, or a calculating killer who orchestrated the perfect alibi? The evidence pointed in both directions. Witnesses saw Julia alive when Wallace claimed to be miles away. Medical experts disagreed on the time of death. And the mysterious caller who set everything in motion vanished without a trace. The trial captivated a nation and ended with a verdict that shocked everyone—including the judge. But the courtroom drama was only the beginning. Fifty years later, a man in a hospital bed would finally break his silence about what he witnessed the night of the murder. His testimony revealed a truth that had been hiding in plain sight all along—if only someone had been willing to listen.

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Jack the Ripper - Part I Trigger Warning: This episode contains graphic descriptions of the Jack the Ripper murders. If this is something that will disturb you, please revisit some old favorites or we will see you in a couple weeks for something less heavy. We wanted this to be a more "horror" themed spooky season and totally understand that it isn't everyone's vibe. Take care of yourselves!!  Welcome back to the Wanderers of Weird Podcast! This week the ladies are bringing you the first installment on Jack the Ripper. In part one, we dive into the crimes and the "Canonical Five" victims. Join us in two weeks for part two where we dive into the suspects, The Ripper in pop culture, and more! Happy frolicking and don't forget to be a good human this week! .:Non-Profit of the Month:. TN Voices https://tnvoices.org/ Mental health is something that is near and dear to my heart and as we approach the darker months of the year when seasonal depression can ramp up, I wanted to touch on one of the resources we have in TN. The Mental Health Crisis in Tennessee: Why TN Voices Exists: Across Tennessee, tens of thousands of children, adults, and families are struggling with untreated mental health conditions, generational trauma, and the crushing stressors of poverty. These challenges aren’t isolated. They ripple outward into classrooms, workplaces, and communities, driving up costs for schools, healthcare systems, and taxpayers. - Nearly 4 in 10 Tennessee adults report symptoms of anxiety or depression, a rate higher than the national average. - Tennessee ranks among the top 10 states for both mental illness prevalence and limited access to care, with rural areas facing extreme shortages. Some counties have only one provider for every 6,800 residents. - Half of U.S. children experience at least one Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE), such as abuse, neglect, parental incarceration, or household addiction. These events significantly increase the risk of depression, chronic illness, academic failure, and economic instability in adulthood. Without intervention, these factors create self-perpetuating cycles. A child raised in a home with untreated trauma often becomes an adult struggling to parent, compounding stress for future generations. The economic burden is staggering: mental health crises lead to ER overuse, workforce disruptions, and public system strain—costing far more than preventive, community-based care. How TN Voices Responds: TN Voices, now united with Nurture the Next, is Tennessee’s collaborative leader in mental health and family well-being. Each year, we serve thousands of children, parents, and adults across all 95 counties with services that prevent crisis, heal trauma, and build long-term stability, including: - School-based and outpatient counseling for children and teens. - Peer and clinical support for adults, addressing trauma, depression, and substance use. - Family-centered services, including caregiver therapy, parenting coaching, and early childhood home visiting. - Housing stabilization and wraparound programs to keep families intact and prevent system involvement. - Advocacy and education to reduce stigma, expand access, and change the policies that perpetuate inequity. Our model works because it’s whole-family, trauma-informed, and community-driven. By healing parents alongside their children, providing critical resources like housing and mental health support, and advocating for systemic change, TN Voices helps families thrive and communities grow stronger. 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Jack the Ripper: Was He a Royal? What if the most famous serial killer in history wasn't a gentleman surgeon or a mad royal... but the quiet man who cut your hair? For over 130 years, the mystery of Jack the Ripper has haunted us. But today, modern science is finally pulling back the fog of Victorian London. This is the definitive investigation into the Whitechapel murders. We're putting the most famous Jack the Ripper suspects on trial, from the debunked Royal conspiracy surrounding Prince Albert Victor to the bizarre theories about artist Walter Sickert. But the real story lies in a single, microscopic clue. We'll dive deep into the explosive DNA evidence that points to one man: Aaron Kosminski, a local barber. Is the science sound, or is this just another false trail in the world's greatest cold case? We’re not just looking at the past; we're building a modern psychological profile of the killer, revealing what made the monster tick. Stay until the very end, as we reveal the one crucial flaw in the DNA evidence that keeps this 130-year-old case from being officially closed. Ready to walk the foggy streets of Whitechapel and hunt for the truth? Subscribe, share with your favorite armchair detective, and join the investigation.

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"When Gangsters Became Heroes: The Bloody Alliance That Crushed Fascist Italy" 🔥 THE MOST SHOCKING WARTIME SECRET FINALLY EXPOSED 🔥 What if I told you that the most ruthless criminals in history became America's secret weapon against fascism? That cold-blooded killers who terrorized the streets suddenly found themselves working hand-in-hand with the U.S. government to destroy Mussolini's regime? This isn't fiction – this is the jaw-dropping true story that governments tried to hide for decades. 💀 PREPARE FOR THE ULTIMATE BETRAYAL as we expose how Lucky Luciano, the most feared mob boss in America, orchestrated one of the most audacious military operations in World War II from behind prison bars. Picture this: mafia dons who once ruled through fear and violence suddenly becoming the unlikely saviors of Italian democracy, all while settling old scores with fascist enemies who had dared to challenge their power. ⚡ THE TIMELINE OF TERROR BEGINS in 1943 when desperate Allied forces realized they needed the mafia's deadly expertise to navigate the treacherous landscape of occupied Italy. What followed was a blood-soaked alliance that would reshape the course of history forever. From the smoky backrooms of New York to the bullet-riddled streets of Sicily, witness how organized crime became organized resistance. 🩸 EVERY WHISPERED CONVERSATION, EVERY CALCULATED MURDER, EVERY MOMENT OF BETRAYAL is laid bare as we reveal how these criminal masterminds played both sides against each other while building their own empire from the ashes of war. The psychological warfare, the brutal assassinations, the twisted loyalty that bound killers to their cause – it's all here in excruciating detail. 💥 WARNING: This episode contains revelations so explosive that they'll completely shatter your understanding of World War II, organized crime, and the thin line between heroes and villains. Once you hear these secrets, you'll never look at history the same way again. The truth is more savage, more complex, and more addictive than any Hollywood movie could ever capture. 🔓 THE CLASSIFIED FILES ARE OPEN and the most dangerous alliance in criminal history is about to be exposed. Are you ready to discover how gangsters became the unlikely heroes who helped liberate an entire nation? Hit play now – because some wartime secrets are too explosive to stay buried forever. 🎧💣

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"Blood Dynasty: How the Mob Built America's Royal Family—Then Executed Them" The Kennedy curse wasn't fate—it was a death sentence written in blood by the very criminal empire that created America's most powerful political dynasty. In this explosive episode, we tear back the veil on the most dangerous secret in American history: how Joseph Kennedy Sr.'s bootlegging partnership with the Chicago Outfit and New York's Five Families didn't just fund a presidential campaign—it sealed his sons' doom. From the smoky backrooms of Prohibition-era speakeasies to the grassy knoll in Dallas, we follow the money trail that connected Kennedy millions to Mafia violence. Discover how Sam Giancana's Chicago mob helped steal the 1960 election, why the Bay of Pigs invasion triggered a mob war against JFK, and how Bobby Kennedy's relentless crusade against organized crime signed both brothers' death warrants. Was Lee Harvey Oswald really a lone gunman, or the perfect patsy in a conspiracy that reached from Havana to the highest levels of government? We reveal never-before-heard testimonies from mob insiders, decode the cryptic final conversations between Kennedy and Giancana, and expose how the most celebrated family in American politics became the ultimate victims of their own criminal origins. This isn't just another JFK conspiracy theory—this is the true crime story that explains why America's Camelot ended in blood, betrayal, and bullets. The mob always collects its debts, and the Kennedy account was written in red ink from the very beginning. Warning: This episode contains graphic descriptions of violence and disturbing historical content that will forever change how you see American politics.

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Slate-colored quote card with cream serif text reads: “Justice and political ambition rarely walk the same path.” Below the quote, in small text, it says The Carolina Constable. The design is simple and historical in tone.

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South Carolina, 1926. Woods Rogers, a governor’s detective races against a ticking clock—and a rising tide of silence—to expose what really happened the night the Lowmans were killed.

📘 The Carolina Constable
📍 Based on true events

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“The Wild Guns of Justice: The Earp Brothers and the Real Old West” Before the legends, there was the blood — and behind the badges, there were brothers. In this unmissable deep-dive documentary, we uncover the true story of the Earp Brothers, the lawmen who brought grit, guns, and their own brand of justice to the American frontier. 🌵🔫 Go beyond the myths and Hollywood hype as we dissect the real events surrounding Wyatt, Virgil, and Morgan Earp — from their deadly shootout at the O.K. Corral to their relentless pursuit of order in a land ruled by outlaws. Hear about the powerful enemies they made, the lines they crossed, and the moral gray zone where heroes and killers often lived side by side. This isn't just a story about gunfights — it's about loyalty, legacy, and the high cost of being the law when there are no rules. Through rare archival material and expert commentary, you'll see how the Earps shaped the Wild West — and how the West shaped them. This is America's original crime saga.

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Moody's True Crime Stories: Mary Elizabeth Wilson - The Merry Widow of Windy Nook This is the first of hopefully many historical true crime stories I intend to post on my substack. Here's the story of serial killer Mary Elizabeth Wilson.

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My fist true crime post.
Historical true crime.
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376: Erie's Mausoleum Mystery w/ Justin Dombrowski : MOST NOTORIOUS! On February 8, 1911, the Scott Mausoleum, a symbol of wealth for the Scott and Strong families in Erie, Pennsylvania, was desecrated by unknown vandals, coined by nationwide papers asContinue reading3...

It was an honor - and pleasure - being a guest on Erik Rivenes' true crime podcast #Most Notorious to talk about #EriesGreatMausoleumMystery

Each week, #MostNotorious features true-life tales of crime, criminals, tragedies and disasters throughout history.

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My reading for the next few days; excellent so far #UnaLyskey #historicaltruecrime #murder