Best John Thrasher Podcasts (2024)

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Hollywood Horror In NYC (Flashback) 36:24

18m ago36:24

36:24

Taking a week off while John is on vacation! Back next week with all new episodes! What happens when Hollywood horror meets real-life horror? After working as an expert on the 1973 horror classic "The Exorcist," a man named Paul Bateson went on to commit horrific atrocities of his own, targeting gay men in the 70s in New York City. SUBSCRIBE TO SHA…

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#166 - The Pickton Pig Farm Massacres 32:23

7d ago32:23

32:23

In the mid 90s, Robert Pickton turned an old slaughter house on a pig farm into a dance club among other things. But when local women started going missing, it was soon revealed what meat was actually being processed on this farm. SUBSCRIBE TO SHAKEN AND DISTURBED ON YOUTUBE! Watch and listen to this and every other episode several days early on Pa…

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#165 - The Truth About Crystal 28:53

14d ago28:53

28:53

After 14-year-old Crystal Champagne is murdered, the police turn their attention to her 21-year-old cousin Damon. But could the man who spent day and night looking for his missing cousin be the one who murdered her as well? SUBSCRIBE TO SHAKEN AND DISTURBED ON YOUTUBE! Watch and listen to this and every other episode several days early on Patreon! …

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NMR #66 - How Do We Make Friends!? 33:58

17d ago33:58

33:58

John wants to be friends with someone but he's worried he'll come off as a loser or like he's hitting on someone! Daryn has more plane complaints! SUBSCRIBE TO SHAKEN AND DISTURBED ON YOUTUBE! Watch and listen to this and every other episode several days early on Patreon! Patreon members can join us during our live recordings, comment on the case, …

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#164 - The Dixmoor Disaster 37:41

22d ago37:41

37:41

When 14-year-old Cateresa Matthews was abducted and murdered, 5 teenagers were charged and convicted. But many years later, after DNA profiling advanced, new evidence came to light that turned this case upside down. Known as The Dixmoor 5, the justice system clearly did not get this right. SUBSCRIBE TO SHAKEN AND DISTURBED ON YOUTUBE! Watch and lis…

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#163 - Beauty Queen Brutality 32:14

1M ago32:14

32:14

Anita Cobby, a former beauty queen and aspiring nurse, vanished after a night out in Australia, sparking a massive search and community outrage. As details of her abduction and murder emerged, the investigation intensified, revealing shocking truths. The ensuing trial gripped the nation, with confessions and shifting blame among the suspects, leavi…

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NMR #65 - Spiders Need To Stop 38:16

1M ago38:16

38:16

We're back! Daryn recaps her vacation in Hawaii, which included wildlife that she both wanted and didn't want to see. John wants adults to just have more fun! You can watch this episode in video form exclusively on Patreon! SUBSCRIBE TO SHAKEN AND DISTURBED ON YOUTUBE! Watch and listen to this and every other episode several days early on Patreon! …

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The Hidden Gunshot Wound (Flashback) 36:14

1M ago36:14

36:14

Okay this is ACTUALLY our last week of flashbacks for a while. Daryn opens the show with an update. This is The Hidden Gunshout Wound, from last year. When one woman is found shot and killed in her bed and another man is missing, authorities look at a member of the local community theatre to try to figure out what happened. But when an autopsy reve…

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The Bleeding Suitcase (Flashback) 41:56

2M ago41:56

41:56

We took a week off from recording for Memorial Day here in the U.S. Plus Daryn is in Hawaii! Back next week with all new episodes! When a cab driver notices a suitcase is bleeding in to the trunk of his car and the 2 people who loaded it have disappeared, it sets off a manhunt in Bali, Indonesia. SUBSCRIBE TO SHAKEN AND DISTURBED ON YOUTUBE! Watch …

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#162 - The Predator of Predators 37:56

2M ago37:56

37:56

Stephen Marshall's tumultuous life took a dark turn when, armed with a list of names from Maine's public sex offender registry, he embarked on a deadly mission. In April 2006, Stephen murdered multiple convicted sex offenders before authorities closed in on him. This episode delves into the chaotic events leading up to his final act of violence, hi…

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#161 - Stories of Survival with Caitlin Van Mol, host of "Lived To Tell" 46:08

2M ago46:08

46:08

This week John and Daryn are joined by John's friend and former colleague Caitlin van Mol. Caitlin is the host of the podcast "Lived To Tell" which shares stories of people who have survived some of the most horrific things you've ever heard. Some of them are crime stories, and as you'll hear in this episode, some of them are situations you would n…

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NMR #64 - Did Daryn Just Ruin John's Life? 31:10

2M ago31:10

31:10

In this episode, John is PISSSSSSSED. Daryn met, talked to, and smelled David Archuleta. John reacts. Spoiler alert: it's not pretty. To watch this episode in video form, sign up for ANY tier on Patreon right here! SUBSCRIBE TO SHAKEN AND DISTURBED ON YOUTUBE! Watch and listen to this and every other episode several days early on Patreon! Patreon m…

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#160 - The Mother of Mayhem 38:34

2M ago38:34

38:34

This is the tragic true crime story of Andrew Bagby, a medical student with aspirations to become a surgeon, whose life was tormented by his troubled ex-partner, Shirley Turner. This week, we delve into the devastating aftermath for Andrew's family, particularly the legal battle over their grandson, Zachary, culminating in a heartbreaking conclusio…

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Scott Peterson Update (New Evidence and New Trial) (Flashback) 45:26

2M ago45:26

45:26

We're taking this week off while we are traveling for work. Here's the Scott Peterson episode, number 98, from December 2022! Back next week with all new episodes! There's new evidence and information being brought forth lately regarding Scott Peterson's trial, including evidence that could land him a new trial all together. John and Daryn recap th…

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#159 - Who Did This To Billie-Jo? 33:36

3M ago33:36

33:36

In this episode, we delve into the tragic case of Billie-Jo Jenkins, a foster child found brutally murdered in 1997 in East Sussex. After her foster father, Sion Jenkins, was initially convicted, new evidence led to retrials and an eventual acquittal, leaving many questions unanswered. We talk about the complexities of forensic evidence, the impact…

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NMR #63 - Daryn Meets Jodie Foster 31:22

3M ago31:22

31:22

This week, John thanks all of you for tagging him hundreds of times in both the Spice Girls reunion video and David Archuleta singing on American Idol. Daryn meets her own American Idol, Jodie Foster, during none other than Lesbian Visibility Week. SUBSCRIBE TO SHAKEN AND DISTURBED ON YOUTUBE! Watch and listen to this and every other episode severa…

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#158 - The Appalachian Massacres (Harpe Brothers) 38:34

3M ago38:34

38:34

Trigger Warning: This episode contains descriptions of extreme violence including violence against children. Listener discretion is advised. Buckle up and listen to the dark and tumultuous lives of Micajah and Wiley Harpe, two figures born in Scotland and raised during the American Revolution as British loyalists. From joining loyalist gangs as tee…

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#157 - Who Murdered Marilyn Sheppard? 36:19

3M ago36:19

36:19

In this episode, we delve deeper into the infamous 1954 murder of Marilyn Sheppard, an event that unraveled in Bay Village, Ohio, and ignited a nationwide media storm. We examine the initial night of the crime, the intense scrutiny faced by her husband, Sam Sheppard, and the dramatic legal battles that followed, including a conviction, a subsequent…

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#156 - Is Scott Peterson Innocent? (with Attorney Sara Azari) 52:53

3M ago52:53

52:53

Daryn takes the wheel solo on this week's interview episode! Is Scott Peterson innocent? On this episode, friend of Daryn's, attorney and host of the podcast "The Presumption," Sara Azari, comes to talk about everything she knows about the case, the likelihood of Scott being found not guilty, and all the pitfalls of public opinion influencing cases…

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NMR #62 - John's Clone Joins The Show 37:53

3M ago37:53

37:53

Is that John or John's clone at the top of the show? Tune in to find out. John talks about the updates to his car that drove himself home from a haircut. Daryn has yet ANOTHER gym problem! SUBSCRIBE TO SHAKEN AND DISTURBED ON YOUTUBE! Watch and listen to this and every other episode several days early on Patreon! Patreon members can join us during …

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#155 - Clay Tiffany's Final Days 38:06

4M ago38:06

38:06

Clay Tiffany, a notable figure from Briarcliff Manor, NY, leveraged his platform "Dirge for the Charlatans" to critique local authorities, sparking controversy and evoking mixed reactions. His uncompromising stance against perceived injustices made him a polarizing figure, with a legacy deeply rooted in community activism and journalism. Yet, benea…

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#154 - Let's Find These Missing People (with Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna) 1:18:29

4M ago1:18:29

1:18:29

Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna, hosts of the "Crawlspace" and "Missing" podcasts join us on this week's episode. Our old friends catch us up on the case that put them on the map, the cold case of Maura Murray. Then, all four of us spend a few minutes highlighting some missing people that we want to bring to the table including Riley Strain, Bria…

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NMR #61 - Daryn's Gym Nightmares Continue 36:38

4M ago36:38

36:38

This Daryn-heavy episode features EVEN MORE inappropriate weirdos at the gym! SUBSCRIBE TO SHAKEN AND DISTURBED ON YOUTUBE! Watch and listen to this and every other episode several days early on Patreon! Patreon members can join us during our live recordings, comment on the case, participate in polls and get shout outs! Join for as little as $5 a m…

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The Doppelganger Murder (Flashback) 39:46

4M ago39:46

39:46

We're taking a week off while John recovers from being sick! So here's an episode from about a year ago. When beauty influencer Khadija O. is approached to do a brand deal with one of her favorite musical artists, she can't help but jump at the idea. What she doesn't know is that the person approaching her is out for blood. This episode originally …

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#153 - House of Justice 31:57

4M ago31:57

31:57

This is the true crime story of the perplexing disappearance of Carolyn Muncey from her home in Luttrell, Tennessee, on July 13th, 1985. As Carolyn vanished, leaving her two young children and husband Hubert behind, the small town of less than 1,000 people was thrust into a state of unease. With Carolyn's body discovered in a shocking location, the…

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NMR #60 - Schnooking A Schnookus 39:57

4M ago39:57

39:57

Instagram is listening to our every word and John has a disturbing example. Daryn is left shaken after an emergency with a friend's cat! SUBSCRIBE TO SHAKEN AND DISTURBED ON YOUTUBE! Watch and listen to this and every other episode several days early on Patreon! Patreon members can join us during our live recordings, comment on the case, participat…

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#152 - The Cockeyed Cook 42:21

5M ago42:21

42:21

In this episode delve into the harrowing tale of Billy Cook, a troubled young man whose life spiraled into darkness after a tragic childhood. From his turbulent upbringing to a series of violent crimes that culminated in a horrific killing spree, follow the haunting journey of a man known as 'Cockeyed Cook'. As authorities race against time to appr…

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#151 - The Killer On Camera 37:24

5M ago37:24

37:24

When Deidre Hunt and Konstantinos 'Kosta' Fotopoulos begin their relationship, they can't possibly comprehend how it's going to end. As their tumultuous relationship unfolds they're drawn into a world of deceit, where armed robbery and counterfeiting are just the beginning. Shockingly, a murder is captured on film, revealing the depths of darkness …

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NMR #59 - What's That Thing That Blows Leaves? 36:34

5M ago36:34

36:34

John has a hard time remembering what a leaf blower is. Daryn's Mom Zooie makes her long-awaited podcast debut! SUBSCRIBE TO SHAKEN AND DISTURBED ON YOUTUBE! Watch and listen to this and every other episode several days early on Patreon! Patreon members can join us during our live recordings, comment on the case, participate in polls and get shout …

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#150 - False Teeth, False Justice 39:39

5M ago39:39

39:39

In 1982, Keith Harward's life took a tragic turn following the brutal murder of Jesse Perron and the assault on his wife Teresa in Newport News, Virginia. Despite compelling evidence pointing elsewhere, Keith faced a flawed legal system that relied on outdated forensic methods like bite mark analysis to secure his conviction. SUBSCRIBE TO SHAKEN AN…

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#149 - Guilty In The Grave 42:25

5M ago42:25

42:25

The story follows James Hanratty, a Londoner whose life takes a turbulent turn after his involvement in a tragic carjacking and murder in 1961. Despite a tumultuous upbringing and brushes with the law, James finds himself wrongly convicted and sentenced to death for a crime he vehemently denies committing. As his execution looms, a series of confes…

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NMR #58 - Vision PRO-M-G 48:50

5M ago48:50

48:50

John recaps his experience demo'ing the new Apple Vision Pro. Daryn checks in from the monsoon that has been taking over Los Angeles! Sign up for Patreon here and get bonus episodes of the show, exclusive blogs, videos, photos and direct access to John and Daryn! Starting at $5 a month, your contribution greatly supports our independent show! http:…

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#148 - Death By Mushrooms 35:51

5M ago35:51

35:51

Microdose Gummies deliver perfect, entry-level doses of THC that help you feel just the right amount of good. Get 30% off your first order, plus free shipping today at Microdose.com, promo code SHAKEN. When a woman serves her whole family Beef Wellington, complete with a mix of exotic mushrooms on top, almost all of them die within days. Was she to…

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#147 - The District Attorney Is Missing 40:35

6M ago40:35

40:35

In 2011, a District Attorney named Ray Gricar went missing. Days later his laptop and hard drive were found in a river. Could the DA have been planning to prosecute someone who had something to hide? Here's the pic we mention in the episode. Sign up for Patreon here and watch the video version of this episode! And get bonus episodes of the show, ex…

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NMR #57 - The Conclusion of The Grocery Store Mystery 41:14

6M ago41:14

41:14

John gives updates on the man who approached him at the grocery store. Is the man his new boyfriend? You won't believe where this story goes! Sign up for Patreon here and watch the video version of this episode! And get bonus episodes of the show, exclusive blogs, videos, photos and direct access to John and Daryn! Starting at $5 a month, your cont…

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#146 - Natalia Speaks (Reaction) 35:25

6M ago35:25

35:25

This week John and Daryn made good on our promise to cover the update to "The Curious Case of Natalia Grace" called "Natalia Speaks." John and Daryn react to all the biggest moments, analyze what may be actually going on, and highlight some things that just didn't seem to add up in the story of Natalia Grace. Sign up for Patreon here and watch the …

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#145 - Love Has Won: The Cult Of Mother God (Reaction) 47:41

6M ago47:41

47:41

Microdose Gummies deliver perfect, entry-level doses of THC that help you feel just the right amount of good. Get 30% off your first order, plus free shipping today at Microdose.com, promo code SHAKEN. We react the HBO documentary "Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God" streaming on Max and as you might expect, we have thoughts. John cried at a part…

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NMR #56 - John's Mysterious Grocery Store Boyfriend 28:49

6M ago28:49

28:49

John moved to Pittsburgh and has a boyfriend who he only sees at the grocery store. It's a whole thing. Daryn and John react to Gypsy Rose mentioning their old show in her new book! See Daryn in LA on January 18th at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre! 'Game Show Live! With Daryn & Darren' is a unique, live game show experience where you can enter, play …

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#144 - Whose Blood Is In the Van? 37:18

6M ago37:18

37:18

When stay-at-home mom Patty Vaughan's van is found 15 miles from home with blood stains inside, investigators immediately look at the men in her life as people of interest. But did any of them have anything to do with her disappearance? See Daryn in LA on January 18th at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre! 'Game Show Live! With Daryn & Darren' is a uniqu…

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Ask Us Anything Q&A (Part 2) 21:53

7M ago21:53

21:53

We continue with your burning questions in this week's part 2! This time we get to all of your Facebook questions, including the big one...where is Matt? We answer as best we can! It's the last episode before 2024. Thank you all for making our show so fun and keeping it going! We love connecting with you guys so much! Here's to another year of crim…

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Ask Us Anything Q&A (Part 1) 25:18

7M ago25:18

25:18

You asked and we answered! On this fun end-of-year episode, we're taking a break from regular episodes to answer your burning questions. Part 1 is all from Patreon members, while next week's Part 2 will be all the questions asked from our Facebook Group! Happy Holidays everyone! See Daryn in LA on January 18th at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre! 'Game…

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#143 - The Disappearance of Terrence Woods Jr. 35:47

7M ago35:47

35:47

After some erratic and bizarre behavior described by his coworkers on the set of a TV show, Terrence Woods Jr. ran off and was never seen or heard from again. What happened to the young budding TV professional? His family thinks foul play is involved. For more information about Terrence Woods Jr.'s disappearance follow the Instagram account FindTer…

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NMR #55 - John's Best Chance With David Archuleta Just Happened! 35:30

7M ago35:30

35:30

John's friend ran into DAVID ARCHULETA and Real Housewives of New Jersey star Teresa Guidice in the most unsuspecting of places. Did John's friend setup a date with David for him? Listen closely to find out. Check out the Mary Kay Letourneau interview Daryn mentions here. Sign up for Patreon here and watch the video version of this episode! And get…

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#142 - The Coast To Coast Killer 41:32

7M ago41:32

41:32

TW: This episode contains details of the murder of children. Listener discretion is advised. In the mid 80s and 90s a man joining a touring carnival went from town-to-town, from coast to coast, brutally murdering women and their children. It wasn't until one victim managed to survive and run for help that investigators were able to stop this horrif…

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#141 - Yosemite National Park Murders 42:02

8M ago42:02

42:02

In the 1970s, one of America's most treasured natural resources, Yosemite Park, became ground zero for some of the most heinous and disturbing crimes of its time. All at the hands of a man who was at the center of a nation wide kidnapping story. Sign up for Patreon here and watch the video version of this episode! And get bonus episodes of the show…

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NMR #54 - Floss Then Brush or Brush Then Floss 28:14

8M ago28:14

28:14

Watch this NMR in video form on Patreon at any tier! John and Daryn get to the bottom of the age old question: is it correct to brush then floss or floss then brush!? It's John's first holidays with Magic. Sign up for Patreon here and watch the video version of this episode! And get bonus episodes of the show, exclusive blogs, videos, photos and di…

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Market Crash and Murder (Flashback) 38:22

8M ago38:22

38:22

When a man loses his job in the stock market, he goes on a murderous rampage that ends in a confession that haunts everyone involved. John explains the reason why this week's episode is a flashback. We're back with all new episodes this week! Sign up for Patreon here and watch the video version of this episode! And get bonus episodes of the show, e…

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#140 - Aileen Wuornos 34:37

8M ago34:37

34:37

Aileen Wuornos is known for being one of the most prolific female serial killers in the history of the world. But was her brutal crime spree destined to happen given the tumultuous childhood she endured? Sign up for Patreon here and watch the video version of this episode! And get bonus episodes of the show, exclusive blogs, videos, photos and dire…

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The Exoneration of Kirstin Lobato (Flashback) 43:58

8M ago43:58

43:58

We're taking a week off from new episodes, but are excited to revisit episode 8 from all the way back in March of 2021. Thanks to Patreon member Marti for the suggestion! We'll be back next week with an all new episode! After being tried twice, Kirstin Lobato looks to an unsuspecting insect to help set the record straight after 17 years. Sign up fo…

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#139 - The TikTok Tragedy 36:39

9M ago36:39

36:39

TikTok takes the stage in this shocking story of a mother-daughter duo who became overnight viral sensations online, only to find themselves entangled in a web of secrets, lies, and betrayal. As their lives take a dramatic turn, an extramarital affair leads to a chilling plot with fatal consequences. Sign up for Patreon here and watch the video ver…

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