True Crimecast

True Crime & Paranormal

About

True Crimecast is a podcast that adds a unique perspective to the true crime genre. John and Jamie dig into new cases and revisit old ones to try to get to the truth. Each episode takes on a different case and the hosts share both details and theories about what really happened.

Episodes

  • Artificial Unintelligence - The Frog Officer

    In Heber City, Utah, AI software intended to transcribe police body camera footage malfunctioned. It transcribed the movie "The Princess and the Frog" instead, resulting in an official report stating an officer had transformed into a frog.

  • Time of Death - Gary Sutton

    This True Crimecast episode delves into the disappearances of Tommy Griffin and Connie Branam in 1992, and the arrests of Gary Sutton and Jimmy Dellinger. The discussion explores whether justice was served in this case, particularly with G…

  • Recantation - Bill Little and Jamie Snow

    This True Crimecast episode examines the 1991 murder of William Little and the conviction of Jamie Snow. The case relied on jailhouse informants and evolving eyewitness testimonies, with later clarifications regarding Susan Claycomb's invo…

  • Richard Allen Appeal - Áine Cain and Kevin Greenlee from Murder Sheet

    Áine Cain and Kevin Greenlee from Murder Sheet join True Crimecast to discuss the appeal of Richard Allen, covering the basis of the appeal, the State of Indiana's response, and what happens next.

  • Dark Bloody Ground - Patreon Exclusive Episode

    This True Crimecast episode describes a 1985 crime spree in Eastern Kentucky. The crimes were led by Benny Lee Hodge and Roger Dale Epperson and involved multiple murders fueled by a stolen safe containing nearly $2 million.

  • Operation Summer Heat - Dante Shackleford and Mujahid Davis

    This episode recounts how a crew of tactical robbers targeted Brinks trucks in Philadelphia in the summer of 2025. After two failed attempts, they successfully robbed a Brinks truck at an H Mart, taking over $119,000 and a guard's firearm.

  • The Maretburg Heist - William Daniel Martin and Kristopher Fletcher

    This episode of True Crimecast details the Maretburg Heist, where a fortune in gold, silver, jewelry, and firearms vanished from a Kentucky home. Two men, William Daniel Martin and Kristopher Fletcher, were apprehended in connection with t…

  • Prom Night Massacre - The Pelley Family Murders

    On April 29, 1989, the Pelley family was discovered deceased in their home. The primary suspect was 17-year-old Jeffrey Pelley, who had attended his high school prom the night of the murders.

  • Special Delivery - Jason G. Smith

    A bank teller in Woodsfield, Ohio, discovered crystal methamphetamine in a pneumatic canister. The episode covers this incident involving Jason G. Smith on December 3, 2025.

  • The Return - Charles Christopher Martinez

    This episode of True Crimecast discusses Charles Christopher Martinez, who chronicled his criminal life and time in federal prison in his autobiography. His story gained further attention due to an event in January 2026.

  • The Northumbria Woods - Raoul Moat

    This episode of True Crimecast discusses the 2010 manhunt for Raoul Moat. Moat was released from prison and began a targeted campaign of violence.

  • Highway 484 - Caden Speight

    On September 25, 2025, a text for help was sent, leading to an Amber Alert for Caden Speight. His truck was found abandoned with a bullet hole and blood inside. Caden was later found in the woods with a tent, bicycle, and pistol.

  • The Rat in the Trousers - Christopher Baker

    This episode of True Crimecast discusses Christopher Baker's desperate and drunken scheme at a restaurant on Valentine's Day 2015. Baker pointed out a rat in the restaurant after finishing his meal.

  • Up in Flames - The Coulthurst Family Murders

    This episode of True Crimecast examines the unsolved 1982 murders of the Coulthurst family and four deckhands aboard a salmon boat in Alaska. The case remains one of the worst mass homicides in Alaskan history.

  • Rock Bottom - Robert Downey Jr.

    This episode of True Crimecast discusses Robert Downey Jr.\'s legal and personal struggles in the 1990s. It covers various incidents, including arrests and public mishaps during a challenging period of his life.

  • Smile - Timothy and Alyssa Bradburn

    Timothy Bradburn was ambushed and killed by his daughter, Alyssa Bradburn, upon returning home. Alyssa had practiced at a gun range and journaled about her plan to kill him. The case moved from a self-defense claim to a courtroom confessio…

  • The Barbarian Queen - Lana Clarkson

    True Crimecast explores the life of Lana Clarkson, known as the "Barbarian Queen," and the events leading to her murder. The episode focuses on reclaiming her memory and examining the evidence presented in the case.

  • Patreon Exclusive - The Brady Rule

    This True Crimecast episode explores the Brady Rule and its violations through various case examples. The discussion emphasizes the rule's significant impact when not adhered to correctly.

  • Jupiter Island - Tiger Woods

    This episode of True Crimecast details a high-speed rollover crash involving Tiger Woods in Jupiter Island, Florida. The discussion covers the incident itself and the subsequent legal proceedings.

  • Cyanide - Michael Marin

    This episode of True Crimecast discusses the case of Michael Marin. The narrative explores his high-flying lifestyle and his inability to accept the prospect of imprisonment.

  • Are You With Me? - Eric and Kouri Richins

    Kouri Richins was investigated following her husband Eric's death in 2022. Investigators reportedly uncovered a significant debt, a secret phone, and a peculiar search history. This episode of True Crimecast covers the trial.

  • Innocent Until Proven Dirtbag - Mary Carole McDonnell

    This episode of True Crimecast details the alleged $30 million fraud scheme by former production company CEO Mary Carole McDonnell. The discussion covers how she allegedly used a non-existent trust fund to defraud financial institutions, h…

  • Cornhole, Capability, and Crime - Bradrick Michael Wells and Dayton Webber

    This episode of True Crimecast covers the arrest of Dayton Webber, a professional cornhole player, following the shooting death of his friend, Bradrick Michael Wells. The hosts discuss the events leading up to the incident, including an ar…

  • Faulty Metallurgy - Trent DiGiuro

    This episode of True Crimecast discusses the 1994 murder of Trent DiGiuro, a University of Kentucky offensive lineman. The hosts delve into the investigation, which eventually led to a suspect years later.

  • Mistaken Identity - Travis Pratt

    This episode of True Crimecast discusses the tragic death of Travis Pratt, who was mistaken for a fugitive during a mental health crisis in Kentucky. The hosts trace the factual timeline leading to the shooting by responding officers.

  • Possessed - James D. Bell

    This episode of True Crimecast covers the incident involving James D. Bell at Campground Pentecostal Church. Accounts differ on whether he made a threat or asked for prayer due to possession.

  • Implicit Bias - Lester Young and Steven Buggs

    This episode of True Crimecast examines the case of Lester Young, who was shot in 2012, and the investigation that led to Steven Buggs being charged and sentenced. The episode discusses the role of implicit bias in the investigation.

  • It's Not All About Me - Interview with Retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke

    Retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke is interviewed on True Crimecast. He shares insights from his career in counterintelligence and behavioral analysis, including recruiting spies and detecting deception, and discusses his new book.

  • The Flamingo Hotel - Mitchell Fairbarn

    This True Crimecast episode describes an incident at the Flamingo Hotel and Casino. Mitchell Fairbarn allegedly breached the flamingo habitat, resulting in a terrifying ordeal for a flamingo named "Peachy."

  • Fake Cancer - Edward Downing and Stephanie Skeris

    This True Crimecast episode details a case in Dixie County, Florida, where a community supported a 15-year-old boy presumed to have cancer. It was later revealed that the cancer was faked, despite community fundraisers and a GoFundMe campa…

  • Point Blank - Robert F. Kennedy

    This episode of True Crimecast examines the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy. It covers the events of June 5, 1968, the capture of Sirhan Sirhan, and discusses forensic details and declassified information about the case.

  • Ballots and Bullets - Aaron Spencer

    Aaron Spencer, father of a sexual assault victim, encountered the accused, Michael Fosler. The incident sparked a legal firestorm that reached the state's Supreme Court and the local ballot box, leading to Spencer winning a primary electio…

  • Burn it Down - Sean McDermott

    This episode of True Crimecast focuses on Sean McDermott. Authorities state that McDermott was responsible for setting fire to four homes in February 2026.

  • Teflon Don - John Gotti

    This episode of True Crimecast discusses John Gotti, focusing on his rise in the Gambino crime family and his public persona as the "Dapper Don" in 1980s New York City.

  • The Lipstick Killer- William Heirens (Patreon Teaser)

    This True Crimecast episode discusses William Heirens, known as "The Lipstick Killer," who committed murders in 1940s Chicago. It covers the crimes, his controversial interrogation, and his attempts to retract a confession.

  • The Ghost of Coxton - Condy Dabney

    This episode of True Crimecast examines the 1925 murder case in Harlan County, Kentucky, where skeletal remains led to the conviction of Condy Dabney. The investigation delves into the details surrounding the discovery and the trial.

  • Unladylike - Joshua Kolotka

    This episode of True Crimecast discusses the arrest of Joshua Kolotka in Lakeport, Florida. Deputies investigating a boat theft encountered Kolotka in unusual attire, leading to his arrest.

  • Au Pair Murders - Christine Banfield and Joseph Ryan

    This episode of True Crimecast examines the "Au Pair Murders" of Christine Banfield and Joseph Ryan. The investigation reveals a secret affair and a plot involving a fake fetish profile to lure a victim.

  • Courtroom Hail Mary - NCAA Athlete Lawsuits

    This episode of True Crimecast discusses NCAA athlete lawsuits. It focuses on cases related to eligibility, the COVID-19 pandemic, and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) issues, as athletes increasingly pursue legal action.

  • Modern Abe Lincoln - Larry West

    This episode of True Crimecast details a 2021 fatal confrontation in Morgan County, Tennessee, that resulted in a defendant repeatedly claiming to be Abraham Lincoln in court. The case became one of the state's strangest legal files.

  • The Math Teacher’s Daughter - Carly Gregg

    This True Crimecast episode details the shooting death of a high school math teacher in Brandon, Mississippi. Her 14-year-old daughter, Carly Gregg, is implicated in the events that followed.

  • The Volvo Heist - North Korea

    This episode of True Crimecast discusses the 1974 incident where North Korea ordered 1,000 Volvo sedans from Sweden and never paid. The debt has since grown to billions, and the vintage Volvos are still seen in Pyongyang.

  • Rampage - Shawn Timothy Nelson

    This episode of True Crimecast details the 1995 incident in San Diego where Shawn Timothy Nelson, an Army veteran, stole an M60A3 tank from a National Guard armory and drove it through suburban streets for 25 minutes.

  • Murder on the High Seas - Carman Family Deaths

    This episode of True Crimecast explores the 2016 sinking of the boat Chicken Pox, Nathan Carman's survival, and an FBI investigation into his family's deaths, including a 2013 unsolved murder. The episode examines the theory of inheritance…

  • Buried Bodies and Books about Mothers - Interview with Jarrett Ferentino

    In this episode, True Crimecast interviews author Jarrett Ferentino. They discuss "The Buried Bodies Case" and Ferentino's new book, "Mothers, Murders, and Motivation."

  • Little Houdini - Christopher Daniel Gay

    This episode of True Crimecast is about Christopher Daniel Gay, also known as "Little Houdini." He was a fugitive known for his escapes and a notable vehicle theft.

  • Crime Scene - Nancy Guthrie

    This episode of True Crimecast details the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, which evolved into a criminal investigation. Nancy Guthrie is the mother of Today show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie. Her home was declared a "crime scene" by the Pima…

  • The Shadow of a Ghost - Richard Floyd McCoy Jr.

    This episode of True Crimecast discusses Richard Floyd McCoy Jr., a Vietnam veteran and helicopter pilot. McCoy Jr. attempted a skyjacking in the 1970s, drawing comparisons to the D.B. Cooper case.

  • Wrong Ride Home - Austin Burke (Interview with Jamie Sell and Donna Waters)

    This episode of True Crimecast delves into the Austin Burke case, exploring the conviction of Austin Burke for the disappearance and murder of Brandon Sample. The discussion features interviews with Austin's mother, Jamie Sell, and author…

  • The Rabbit Hole - Louise Cicelsky (Patreon Exclusive Preview)

    This episode of True Crimecast examines the 1995 murder of Louise Cicelsky. Police investigated the death of the 69-year-old woman who was found stabbed to death in her home.