Hope you’re all doing well, keeping it cool, and staying far away from places that require you to request permission to go to the bathroom from 11 people. Yep, you read that right – welcome to this week’s episode on the Elan School, a so-called "therapeutic" boarding school that could have doubled as the training ground for your nightmares. Picture…

Let’s look at the twisted tale of Rurik Jutting, a high-flying banker with a dark secret. Spoiler alert: This guy’s career pivot took "dramatic life change" to a whole new level, and not in a "follow your passion" kind of way. We’ll take you through the shocking crimes, the trial that rocked Hong Kong, and explore what happens when a life of privil…

In this episode, Dee takes Emma on a wild ride through the infamous Broadmoor Prison, the UK's most notorious high-security psychiatric hospital. But don’t worry, we manage to sneak in a lot of laughs between the dark history lessons. Here’s a taste of what’s coming up: From Lunatics to Rhubarb: Society's view of mental health has changed so much o…

You know those moments when you think "I could never commit a crime—it's too much work?" Well, Kate Webster, aka the Richmond Murderess, clearly had plenty of time on her hands and absolutely zero chill. This 19th-century true crime story involves murder, stolen identities, and Sir David Attenborough. When we say her crime was over the top, we mean…

In this episode, Dee and new cohost Emma dive into the bizarre case of Brett Ryan, Toronto’s infamous Fake Beard Bandit, aka the Crossbow Killer. Plus, we ask the important question: Is Drunk F1 a good idea? Emma’s take might surprise you (and possibly involve a pit stop margarita). Don’t forget—slide into our DMs to ask Emma anything. Want to know…

Dee sits down with N. Leigh Hunt, author of I Don't Like Mondays: The True Story Behind America's First Modern School Shooting. We go into the story of Brenda Spencer, who opened fire on an elementary school in 1979, killing two people and injuring scores of children. But we also discuss other topics of incredible importance (where to get a good ta…

To ease new co-host Emma Farrington into her new role as Switchblade Sister from another Mister, we made this lil bonus episode where I quiz her on serial killer trivia. Useful for building up that pub quiz knowledge bank, and also you can watch us slowly descend into madness as we get more and more drunk on Rubis chocolate wine. We of course menti…

🌕 Prepare to bespellbound by this throwback episode of We Knew The Moon, where Dee andthe bewitching Michelle Alderson from Heartfelt Illustrations dive into thedramatic and downright bonkers Pendle Witch Trials. Discover how a 17th-century spat in Lancashire escalatedinto a full-blown witch hunt. Neighbours started pointing fingers, and beforeyou …

🌙 In this enlighteningand slightly irreverent throwback episode of We Knew The Moon, Dee andspecial guest Hakam dive into the phenomenon that’s been making pilgrims seestars in the Holy Land: Jerusalem Syndrome. What is it about Dee’s beautiful yet turbulent hometown ofJerusalem that makes visitors lose their minds? Is it the sacred sites, theancie…

Get ready for a magical throwback episode of We Knew TheMoon. Dee is joined by the enchanting Michelle Alderson from HeartfeltIllustrations to unravel the mystical origins of Wicca and its quirky creator,Gerald Gardner. Dive into the spellbinding story of Gerald Gardner, the manwho brewed up Wicca. Did he pull it out of a hat, or was there more to …

Welcome back to a groovy throwback episode of We Knew TheMoon! 🌙 In this far-out blast from the past, Dee isjoined by the ever-fabulous Lesley from Lockjaw Records and the band MidwichCuckoos. Together, they dive headfirst into the mud-splattered, flower-poweredchaos that was Woodstock! What really went down at this legendary musicfestival? How did…

If you've ever wondered whether psychics can actually solve crimes or just make really wild guesses, our vintage episode of We Knew The Moon, the last before the launch os Season 3 of Switchblade Sisters Social Club next week, is just what the spirits ordered! This is one of the first times Randa and Dee cover true crime cases together on a podcast…

Are you ready to tune in to something supernatural, or at least super-natural-ish? Then you've got ESP (Excellent Show Perception). This week, we're dusting off our crystal balls and this vintage episode of We Knew The Moon here Randa and Dee take a running jump into the mystical world of psychics. We'll explore the thin line between the sixth sens…

Today we release our latest episode on the harrowing details of the Tuskegee Syphilis Experiment. This episode explores the dark chapter of medical ethics and government betrayal that profoundly impacted the African American community and the history of public health in America. In this gripping episode, we uncover: The origins and objectives of th…

Today, we are releasing our latest podcast episode, on the murders at the Talwar house in Delhi. This one is a total head-scratcher. Who do you turn to as a suspect when the main suspect turns up dead?! And as always, we wrap up the episode with our fan-favourite segment, People's Pulse. This week, we asked our listeners to "give advice, but it has…

This week’s Switchblade Sisters Social Club podcast episode features a very special guest: former Scotland Yard murder detective, Steve Keogh! 🎙️ Steve is launching a groundbreaking new course called “Murder Investigation for Crime Writers” 📚 as well as a brand new podcast of the same name 🎧 - the first podcast dedicated to helping crime writers en…

The staircase case involves Michael Peterson, an American novelist, and his wife Kathleen Peterson, who was found dead at the bottom of a staircase in their home in Durham, North Carolina, in 2001. Michael was accused of murdering Kathleen, but he claimed she fell down the stairs accidentally. During the trial, the prosecution argued that Michael h…

Join us as we look at the haunting case of Mrs. Hood, whose lifeless body was discovered on the shores of Great Yarmouth in the year 1900. Who was she? Why was she in Great Yarmouth? And who the hell killed her?! Tune in to our latest episode now available on all major podcast platforms, and don't forget to subscribe for future updates on our event…

Ever heard of Silibil N’ Brains? It's the greatest hoax since someone convinced the world that pet rocks were a thing! Picture this: two blokes decide to prank the music industry by pretending to be a hot new rap duo from California. Spoiler alert: They're from Dundee! Join us as we unpack the wild journey of these two lads as they navigate their w…

TRIGGER WARNING - Suicide (allegedly) We’re diving deep into the mysterious case of Ellen Greenberg – the woman who baffled investigators by seemingly being stabbed a whopping 20 times, yet it was deemed a suicide. It’s the ultimate whodunit with a twist that even Sherlock Holmes would tip his hat to! Join us as we try not to trip over the sheer ab…

In this episode of our true crime podcast, we delve into the tragic and mysterious death of Brandon Lee, son of legendary martial artist Bruce Lee, and the eerie circumstances surrounding the production of the film that marked his untimely demise - "The Crow". "The Crow" was a cult classic in the making, set to propel Brandon Lee to stardom. Howeve…

A brand new episode has just dropped! We're diving headfirst into the bathtub of history to scrub up some gossip about the one and only... drumroll please... Lady Bathory! We're unraveling the scandalous tale of the Hungarian Countess with a penchant for, well, bathing in blood. Tune in on your preferred podcast platform and prepare to be entertain…

We're thrilled to announce the release of a gripping new episode on our podcast that dives deep into the infamous US college admissions scandal involving Rick Singer. From Hollywood elites to prominent CEOs, the scandal exposed a dark underbelly of privilege and fraud within the college admissions process. Thank you for your continued support, and …

In this week's episode, we're looking into the case of Phoebe Hansdjuk. Who was she? What happened? Was it an accident, suicide or murder?! S We've got just the thing to lighten the mood after all that intense speculating. We hit you with the ultimate moral quandary: would you rather risk the embarrassment of your internet search history being laid…

Buckle up, buttercups, because the latest episode of the Switchblade Sisters Social Club is here. In this episode, our very own detective diva Dee goes into the bewildering world of Belle Gibson, the scam influencer who could sell sand to a desert. We explore how Gibson hoodwinked the world into believing she cured her cancer with a diet, wellness …

So, the Connie Navarro case isn't just about Connie herself but her son, Dave Navarro. Yes, that Dave Navarro, the guitar wizard from Jane's Addiction and the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and love of teenage (& 40 year old) Dee’s life. Now, before Dave became a rock god and a makeup icon, he was just a kid caught in a real-life horror story. In 1983, his…

We are not ready for this, but here we go. Let’s take a look at the Tylenol murders of 1982, a story that's equal parts chilling and absurdly influential in the world of over-the-counter medication. Imagine it's the early '80s. Hairstyles are big, music is synth-heavy, and people everywhere are popping Tylenol like it's candy for everything from he…

Ah, the Carl Tanzler case, a tale that tiptoes the fine line between a Gothic romance and a plot rejected for being too bizarre for even the most outlandish sitcom. Picture this: Carl Tanzler falls head over heels for a young Cuban-American patient named Maria Elena Milagro de Hoyos. This isn't your garden-variety crush; we're talking about a grand…

We usually steer clear of unsolved mysteries (because, let's face it, they're infuriating), but today, we're making an exception. Why? Because Dee stumbled upon the Circleville Letters Mystery, and trust us, it's too bizarre to pass up! How does one terrify an entire town with nothing but a pen, paper, and some outrageously creepy creativity? And p…

Last year, Dee wrote an article on the most impactful true crime books of 2023, and she included Louis Ferrante’s Borgata Trilogy Volume One: Rise of Empire. For those who don’t know him, Louis went from mobster to a bestselling author. His life took a turn from dodging bullets to dodging crazy true crime podcast hosts. But we nabbed him for an int…

In this week's episode of Switchblade Sisters Social Club, we sit down with the one, the only, Dr Honor Doro Townshend! Yes, you read that right – the criminology wizard and star of Crime + Investigation Play's hottest shows, #Dead2Me and Body in the Suitcase, graces our humble podcast with her brilliant mind and possibly a few crime scene tape sni…

In this sinfully entertaining episode, we dive deep into the world of Anton LaVey, the charmingly wicked founder of the Church of Satan. Don't worry, no souls were sold in the making of this podcast... or so we think! Here's what you'll unearth in this episode: Bold and Bald - what’s up with Anton’s hair?' Satanic Panic or Publicity Stunt? - We'll …

During our short season break, let us take you to a time before video podcasts, when Randa was a mere guest co-host on Dee’s podcast, and let us share with you this vintage episode on Cults. We ask the following questions: Are Trump followers a cult and why the f*ck are we even still having to talk about them as a thing?! Which Safieh sister would …

Hey Switchblade Sister (in this case, this term is gender-neutral and means you are a member of our Social Club, In the season finale of Switchblade Sisters Social Club, we look at the perplexing case of Natalia Grace. The Natalia Grace case is a real head-scratcher wrapped in a mystery and served with a side of "you can't make this stuff up." Pict…

Are you ready to get stuck into one of the most twisted tales of deception, jealousy, and online personas gone terribly wrong? Buckle up, because our latest episode covers the infamous "talhotblond" case that will leave your jaw on the floor! Here's a sneak peek: Picture this - middle-aged man, a steelworker (let's call him "Tom"), finds himself en…

We’re just two girls, standing in front of a podcast listener, asking them to love us. And hopefully this treatment of the Robert Durst case by Randa ‘The Younger Safs’ Safieh-Angeles will help you fall deeper and harder than you ever have for us. All we can say is wtaf?! Let us take you on a journey through this fucked up adventure, starting with …

Why did we do this to ourselves? Well, we chose to do a true crime podcast, so we have no one to blame for our nightmares than ourselves. John Cannan is a British murderer, serial rapist, and suspected serial killer. He was convicted in 1988 for multiple crimes, including the murder of Shirley Banks in Bristol (1987), attempted kidnapping of Julia …

In this episode, Randa takes the lead, sharing the tragic story of Dorothy Stratten, a young Canadian model and actress whose life was cut short in a brutal murder. Dorothy Stratten, born in Vancouver, Canada, quickly rose to stardom after being discovered by Playboy. Her life seemed like a fairytale, but it turned into a nightmare due to her abusi…

Today, Dee tells Randa the chilling tale of Sawney Bean, a legendary figure in Scottish folklore. Imagine Dee, full of dramatic flair and armed with a stack of research, eagerly presenting the case to Randa, reacting with a blend of disbelief, disgust and eye rolls. Dee starts by setting the scene: the misty, eerie landscapes of Scotland, where Saw…

Let us revel in Dominique Strauss-Kahn’s dramatic fall from grace, as he gets in the shit for sexual assault and a whole bunch of other gross and incident activities. Once a prominent political figure, serving as the head of the International Monetary Fund and as France's Finance Minister, DSK was considered a potential candidate for the French pre…

The case involving Penny McAlister and Susan Christie is fucking tragic. Penny and Duncan McAlister had an exciting marriage while Duncan pursued his career as an officer in the British Army. They moved to Armagh in 1990, where they became involved in the diving community and met Susan Christie, a young soldier with the Ulster Defence Regiment (UDR…

This case came up in our episode with the gorgeous Adam from Graveline Tours, when he took us all on a virtual true crime tour of LA and showed off his most excellent hair. We also learned a lot about postcode snobbery in LA. So what case is it today? It’s the Menendez Brothers! This is a controversial criminal case involving Lyle and Erik Menendez…

In November 1989, Julie Hogg went missing. Weeks passed without any indication of her whereabouts. Then, in February 1990, her mother discovered Julie's body hidden behind a bath panel in her own home. The primary suspect was Billy Dunlop. Dunlop was tried twice for her murder, but on both occasions, the juries failed to reach a verdict. As a resul…

TRIGGER WARNING: BABY DEATHS AND MISCARRIAGESLeonarda Cianciulli, the notorious Soap-Maker of Correggio, could have given the local housewares boutique a run for their money—if only her product line wasn't so... macabre. This enterprising yet deranged Italian homemaker turned her victims into soap and teacakes, which is certainly one way to deal wi…

In this episode, we look into the controversial life and practices of Dr Donald Cline, an Indiana fertility specialist who made headlines for his unethical practices. From the late 1970s to the 1980s, Cline used his own sperm to inseminate unsuspecting patients, resulting in the births of at least 50 children, but possibly over 90. Join us as we na…

We nagged, begged, cried and screamed like banshees on your behalf and convinced the wonderful Dr Brian Frederick to come back on the show again! This queer criminologist is what you would get if Sherlock Holmes and RuPaul had a secret lovechild. I am sure you will agree, he brings both impeccable investigative skills and an unparalleled flair to e…

Despite always saying she would never cover cases where the elderly are the primary victims, Randa follows on from Delroy Grant with the terrifying case of Dr Harole Shipman. This trusted general practitioner went on to become possibly the most prolific serial killer in the world. He exploited his position of trust in order to play God for a ridicu…

In this episode, we go deep into the sinister world of The Camden Ripper, Anthony Hardy. Chosen by our Patreon supporter, Marc Sheehan, we unearth the grim details of one of the city's most nefarious criminals. But fear not, true crime aficionados - as always, we offer a moment of respite. To lighten the mood, we wrap up with another round of 'The …

This week, Randa presents a case Dee honestly never thought she would pick. She goes deep into one of the UK's most notorious criminals, Delroy Grant, known as the Nightstalker. This piece of shit was a serial burglar who also often sexually assaulted his victims, usually elderly women. Almost in real time, we get current love and former DCI Colin …

Trigger warning: baby deaths and suicide. This week on Switchblade Sisters Social Club: Forget the peaceful vistas of Hungarian villages; we're talking dark secrets, poison, and...grandmas? That's right! Over 300 mysterious deaths, a splash of arsenic, and women's whispers - sounds like your average soap opera, but folks, this one's real! Between s…