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Do you ever wonder what it’s like to be friends with a murderer? Or escape a kidnapping? Or have a father who was a serial killer? Join Jac Vanek and Alexis Linkletter on a chilling ride into the darkest corners of your worst nightmares. Murders, cults, kidnappings, and conspiracies—all told through the eyes of a guest who is one degree of separation from the story itself. From infamous serial kil... more

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Recent Guests

Bonnie Bell
Sister of Danielle Bell, sharing her story and search for justice
Episode: Episode 380: Danielle Bell
Bevin Kiefer
Mother of Meghan Kiefer and domestic violence advocate
Episode: Episode 374: Meghan Kiefer
Jonathan Mark
Celebrity medium known for his work in true crime
Episode: DEEP DIVE: PSYCHIC MEDIUM JONATHAN MARK
Sarah Potter
Celebrity psychic medium, tarot card reader, and professional witch
Episode: DEEP DIVE: BAD WITCH CLUB
Adam Mendoza
Actor and producer
Episode: Episode 371: The Hillside Strangers, Part 1
Don Taybeck
Former LAPD police officer and homicide detective
LAPD
Episode: Episode 371: The Hillside Strangers, Part 1
Liana Mendoza
Actor and producer
Episode: Episode 371: The Hillside Strangers, Part 1
Patrick Wohl
Lawyer and author of 'Something Big', detailing the Brown's Chicken Massacre.
Episode: Episode 370: Brown's Chicken Massacre, Part 2
Dr. Steve Sparks
Behavioral analyst and former PhD student witnessing the events
Western Michigan University
Episode: Episode 366: The Kalamazoo Uber Murders

Hosts

Jac Vanek
Co-host known for her engaging storytelling and keen insights into horrific real-life events.
Alexis Linkletter
Co-host known for her investigative approach and ability to draw deep emotional connections with the stories shared.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 13.5k ratings
  • Sad demise

    Used to be great especially when Billy was on but got so bad with all the trash talk of Blake when they’re clearly wrong and Justin Baldoni is the ultimate manipulator and they just can’t admit they were wrong 🤷🏼‍♀️

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    ange danger
    Australia19 days ago
  • Listening a lot less

    Ads don’t align with what they say. Do better.

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    Di ladll
    United States21 days ago
  • Britney Spears a Bush operative?

    You sound so unintelligent and uninformed. Between the mouth noises, the mispronunciations, and the lack of historical knowledge regarding anything that happened before your generation existed; you make it hard to tolerate listening anymore.

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    thebellagemma
    United Statesa month ago
  • Too many opinions

    I listen to true crime to hear true crime, not political opinions. This show could be better if they would focus on the subject and leave their political perspectives out of it. Everything seems very one sided and thoroughly researched.

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    Roxyanne2345678
    United Statesa month ago
  • Interesting!

    Listened to one of the podcasts because it was a local case. Easy to listen to & follow. Did not have any unnecessary “filler”, kept on the story. I’m a follower now!

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    Small town IL
    United Statesa month ago

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Feedback indicates a desire for more focus on true crime elements without political commentary.
Many express a preference for authentic guest experiences rather than sensationalist storytelling.
Listeners commend the hosts' chemistry and engaging dialogue, making it a favorite among true crime fans.
Listeners appreciate the personal connections that add depth to the crime narratives.

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#133
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#148
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#109
United Arab Emirates/True Crime
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#110
Russia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#114
Indonesia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#160
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Talking Points

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DEEP DIVE: PSYCHIC MEDIUM JONATHAN MARK
Q: What does it feel like when you tap into a case?
It's a draining experience often yielding precise messages through images in the head.
DEEP DIVE: PSYCHIC MEDIUM JONATHAN MARK
Q: So do you believe in like reincarnation and having many lives?
Kind of do because of readings where children describe past lives accurately.
DEEP DIVE: PSYCHIC MEDIUM JONATHAN MARK
Q: Was there like a moment where you realized you could trust it?
Initially thought he was mentally ill until validated by another medium.
DEEP DIVE: HOLLY MADISON RETURNS
Q: What are your thoughts on the recent arrests of female teachers for relationships with students?
Holly discusses the emotional immaturity and manipulation involved in recent cases and the different societal reactions to such incidents, especially towards male victims.
Episode 351: Slanz Bilello
Q: What happened the night Slanz was shot?
He was driving home from work when a stray bullet hit him, causing a fatal accident.

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4. Sarah Potter
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