Hi friends - I'm here with a short update on Natalee's case. Joran van der Sloot has finally made an official confession in regards to Natalee's murder, and has charges brought against him for the fraud and extortion he committed against Natalee's parents.

I made a buy-me-a-coffee thing! Click the link to support the podcast if you would like to: https://ko-fi.com/creepsandcrimestorytimeThis Halloween, Charlie talks us through the awful story of Timothy O'Bryan, an 8 year old boy who just wanted to enjoy a rainy night of trick or treating with his family. This Halloween marks the 49th anniversary of …

I've got an update for you on Sheila Keen-Warren's trial and sentencing.

I made a buy-me-a-coffee thing! Click the link to support the podcast if you would like to: https://ko-fi.com/creepsandcrimestorytime This week, Charlie talks us through the bizarre kidnapping of Sherri Papini. "Supermom" Sherri is abducted whilst jogging, leaving no evidence of the crime behind except her phone and a few strands of blonde hair. A …

This week we get into what happened following Jodi's disappearance from her parking lot in June 1995, and discuss three suspicious characters in the case. We take a look into some dodgy timelines, and search warrants being carried out as recently as this year. Sources for this episode are: Find Jodi Huisentruit • The Search for the Missing TV News …

This week, we go back to 1995 in Mason City Iowa, to discuss the famous disappearance of local news anchor Jodi Huisentruit. We cover her final morning, and talk about the weeks leading up to her vanishing. Sources for this episode include: Jodi Sue Huisentruit | Iowa Cold CasesWatch 20/20 Season 44 Episode 13 Gone at Dawn Online (abc.com)Find Jodi…

When a disguised assailant shows up at the front door of Marlene Warrens home in a safe, affluent Florida community and guns her down, people are shocked. But the answers to questions that have been plaguing Marlene's family for decades are incredibly close to home. Sources for this episode are: A Clown At The Door | A Court TV Special - YouTube Sh…

In part 2 of this story, we discuss what gruesome discovery awaited Travis's friends behind his locked bedroom door. the truth wouldn't take long to catch up to Jodi, no matter the tales she spun to try and avoid it. Sources for this episode are: Jodi Arias Timeline: Key Dates In Case Of California Woman Accused Of Stabbing Ex-Boyfriend 27 Times (U…

This week, Charlie takes us to Mesa Arizona to unravel the toxic, messy and incredibly unhealthy relationship between Jodi and Travis that ended in murder. Sources for this episode are: Jodi Arias Timeline: Key Dates In Case Of California Woman Accused Of Stabbing Ex-Boyfriend 27 Times (UPDATED) | HuffPost UK Crime (huffingtonpost.co.uk) 'Jodi Aria…

Sophie turns the pages back to the 1920s to tell Charlie a tragic story about the Butter Box Babies. One couple in Nova Scotia set up a facility for women to give birth safely and give up unwanted pregnancies discreetly, adopting babies out to families across Canada. But all is not what it seems, and a field opposite a cematary nearby hides a horri…

Charlie takes us back to February 1988, when 22 year old Helen McCourt vanishes without a trace on her way home from work. A local pub landlord immediately draws suspicion, but there is no body to prove she has been murdered. This case is the first in British history (and one of the first in the world), to convict of murder without a body, using DN…

This week, we cover the missing persons case of Natalee Holloway - a bright, driven student who disappeared on a graduation trip in Aruba in 2005. The main suspect eluded conviction for years, until the night of the fifth anniversary of the case when history seemed to eerily repeat itself, and Stephany's life was stolen from her. Sources for this c…

Another midweek upload! Charlie finishes the story of Harold Shipman - a small town doctor who had secretly been murdering his own patients for decades. We discuss the trial, sentencing and aftermath of his crimes. Sources for this episode are: Dr Harold Shipman: What Primrose knew | The Independent | The Independent BBC NEWS | UK | Shipman's 215 v…

Midweek upload this time! Charlie tells us the story of one of the UKs most awful residents. Harold Shipman carved out his career in medicine, fooling his local community into thinking he was a caring, devoted local doctor. A forged will and the headstrong daughter of a recently deceased patient would end up bringing his awful crimes to light for a…

Charlie tells Sophie the horrific story this week that shocked America in 1983. Something wasn't quite right when Diane came screaming into a hospital, wailing that somebody attacked her and shot her three children. But what would eventually come to light would paint a rather different story, one of obsession and neglect. Diane Downs interview foot…

Today Charlie brings you a special guest - we sit down with someone in the field of recreational therapy to talk about art symbolism, processing trauma through art and what some of Susan Nichter's infamously mysterious paintings could mean. This is a little different than what we normally go with, but something we are very excited to discuss and we…

Our story today has been massively covered by all different kinds of media - a Hulu show, a Dr Phil interview, countless articles, and of course, podcasts. Rather than spending lots of time talking about the gruesome act itself - the murder of Claudine Blanchard - we focus more on the childhood and history of Gypsy Rose herself, and the historic ch…

This week we go to Boston in summer 1996, when Karina Holmer had her young life cut short. Karina had travelled to America from Sweden to work as an au pair while exploring Boston, but she was found under horrific circumstances after going out partying for the evening. Karina's murder remains unsolved to this day, Sources for this episode are: 25 Y…

Happy Halloween! This spooky episode is all about stories of haunted or cursed objects. Charlie and Sophie both take it in turns to tell each other, and you, about a selection of weird artefacts - The Crying Boy painting, The Dybbuk Box, Busby's Stoop Chair and the Hope Diamond.

Charlie finishes off the horrific tale of Rodney Alcala this week, as we discuss the ways in which his violence escalated, his appearance on The Dating Game, and finally, the trials that made sure he was put away forever. Thousands of photos of unknown women and potential victims were found, please click the link below to see if you recognise anyon…

Strap in, we're telling our first story about a serial killer this week. Charlie tells us about Rodney Alcala - an academically gifted young man, who in a creepy twist was even tutored in photography by Roman Polanski himself. Using a camera would eventually become a method to committing his awful crimes on both coasts of America. Sources for this …

We're getting a little bit creepy this week, as Charlie tells us the disturbing tale of what happens when you mix delusion, horror stories and violent ideas. The families of three sixth grade little girls had no idea what was going to happen at the end of May 2014, but the events of that morning would spark debates around the world regarding online…

We are back, and Charlie is in the storytelling seat this week to bring you the unjust tale of Tamla Horsford. Going to what should have been a fun birthday slumber party with the other football mums ended in Tamla lying dead on the lawn by morning, and conflicting tales and weird behaviour from the other attendees. Sources for this episode are: Ta…

Are you ready for the second half of this story? Ian Huntley and Maxine Carr have been released from jail into a hotel, but it won't be for long. The girls are found and a nation grieves. Police are narrowing in on Huntley, and his predatory past catches up to him. Sources for this episode are: BBC NEWS | England | Beckham's plea to missing girls T…

This week, Charlie tells us a story that almost everyone in the UK is familiar with. Two ten year old girls from a small town in Cambridgeshire vanish without a trace in 2002, and the serial predator responsible put the spotlight on himself from the very beginning. Sources for this episode are: BBC NEWS | England | Beckham's plea to missing girls T…

This week, Charlie tells the tragic and heartbreaking story of Bianca Devins. Bianca was a beautiful young girl who, despite her struggles, was beginning a life full of joy, talent and an unlimited potential for the future. This chance at her future was cruelly ripped away from her, by someone who felt entitled to what he couldn't have - and worst …

Join us this week as Charlie tells a story of a disturbingly brutal attack in an affluent suburb of Maryland. The community is shocked, but the autopsy, crime scene and police interviews reveal the attacker behind the murder of Jayna Troxel Murray to ensure they stay behind bars forever. Sources for this episode are: Jayna Murray Obituary - The Woo…

Charlie is back where she belongs in the storytelling seat as this week, we examine the bizarre and unsolved deaths on Vintém Hill in Brazil. Two men were found dead, with lead masks on their faces and a bizarre set of instructions, with no signs of violence. What happened to the men? Was this an illegal deal gone wrong, a suicide pact, or did they…

Sophie takes us on the second part of this story, as we learn about Sylvia's writing career, her turbulent marriage, and what her husband got up to once Sylvia had gone. Sometimes, tragedy does strike twice, and it can have a devastating impact on the generations that follow. Sylvia might be gone but her work lives forever. Sources for this episode…

Sophie is in the hot seat again to tell us the story of Sylvia Plath. This will be a two parter - the first episode describes the chapters of her early life. Sylvia was troubled with family tragedy, depression, and traumatic treatment for her problems. Despite all of this, she finds the inspiration to publish her writing, and even teach at universi…

The final part of this awful story is here. Susan's wonderful parents try to do what is best for the children, and we look into just how gross Gross Steve actually is. It turns out it's super gross. Josh does the unthinkable, and another of the Powell siblings is trying to keep a secret hidden. Sources for this episode are: Father-in-law's journals…

Staying in Utah another week, continue with Charlie as she tells you the next chapter of this story. Police immediately suspect Josh, and his actions immediately after Susan's disappearance cause alarm to everyone around him. The frustration is enough to drive anyone nuts, especially once police learn that Josh disappeared for a vital 18 hours. Sou…

This week, Charlie tells you the story of Susan Cox Powell. Every time you think it can't get worse - it gets worse. Beautiful, sweet and charming Susan married into the worst family in the universe, and the mystery of what happened to her is still being theorised to this day. Her incredibly strong family and friends keep her name alive, as we ask …

This time, join Charlie as she tells Sophie about the mysterious death of Phoebe Handsjuk. This is a tragedy that is going to be split over two parts, and in this second part we will discuss the immediate aftermath of Phoebe's death and inquest that followed. Plus, a little peek into what Ant Hampel has been up to since. We go back to the luxurious…

Sophie takes the drivers seat for the first time, telling the creepy tale of Jennifer and June Gibbons. Get a hot drink, turn the lights down and get ready to be spooked, as these two twin girls embody the eerie twin trope, and they embody it HARD. Apologies for the audio interference - we had some technical difficulties but I edited it out the bes…

This time, join Charlie as she tells Sophie about the mysterious death of Phoebe Handsjuk. This is a tragedy that is going to be split over two parts, and in this first part we will discuss the beautiful life and harrowing death of Phoebe, and how her family are deeply involved in bringing justice and meaning to what happened to her. We go back to …

Join us this time for another story told by Charlie of the Talhotblond. It involves lies, deception and catfishing - that turns deadly. We're going back to 2005 to upstate New York, where a man named Thomas Montgomery was living a perfectly ordinary life... but things were about to change, and they would never be the same again. Sources for this ep…

For our first episode, we wanted to share something that is a little bit of both. It's definitely creepy, it's definitely got some crime, and it's super duper weird. Join Sophie in discovering some new facts about this case as Charlie tells you the story, taking you back to summer in Australia in 1948, where one of the most infamous unsolved myster…

Richey and Joel are joined by Harmon Cooper to discuss some of his work such as Tokens and Towers, Cowboy Necromancer and the up coming re release of The Feedback Loop. This is not the first episode where we have discussed Harmon’s work. Check out Ep 11 to hear more about The Feedback Loop.

Richey and Joel are joined by award winning author Anna Mocikat, and Audio book narrator and voice of the Cyber Squad Zachary Johnson to discuss Cyber Squad Level 1. This episode is very spoiler heavy so tread carefully. Spoilers will start at 25:00.

Richey and Joel are joined by A.R. Holloway, to discuss the first book in his series, Ethria:The Pioneer. Also they discuss what got A.R. into writing and the inspiration for characters in his series.

Richey and Joel are joined by audio book narrator Travis Baldree to discuss some of his work, and Richey yells at Travis for a minute.

Richey and Joel are joined by author Ryan DeBruyn to discuss The Ether Collapse.

Richey and Joel are joined by Sajjan to discuss the Feedback Loop by Harmon Cooper. Join them as not only do they discuss their thoughts but also welcome Sajjan into the world of GameLit/LitRPG.

Richey and Joel are joined by author Tao Wong to discuss their thoughts on the first 3 books of The System Apocalypse. Spoilers are a given, and maybe a few emotional moments. Come check out your one stop LitRPG shop.

Richey is joined by Anthony as they discuss One More Last Time Book 1 in The Good Guys Series by Eric Ugland.

Richey and Joel discuss their thoughts on The World Seed by Justin Miller.

Richey and Joel talk to Neil Hellegers and discuss his voice over career.

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