Brothers in Crime

Today we’re talking about Erik and Lyle–two infamous brothers who murdered their parents. The Menendez brothers aren’t just any other brothers in crime. We’ve waited a bit to talk about this one, and with the new Netflix show out today, we thought it was as a good a time as any. These two also have a habeas petition currently pending, and are hopin…

A few episodes ago we told you about the wrongful conviction of Marvin Grimm, Jr. (E62). Shortly after that episode dropped, a nice lady reached out to us about the little boy, “CH,” who was the victim in that case. That lady is Sarah –and she is “CH’s” sister. Now that her brother, Christopher’s, case has recently been turned upside down by the Co…

It’s been twenty years. Maggie–Brittany’s mom–has been waiting for answers for twenty years. Who killed Brittany? Why? Today we discuss the heartbreaking murder of Brittany Phillips, who was buried on her 19th birthday in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Despite a lot of DNA testing and thousands of people “eliminated” as suspects, the case continues to remain uns…

Bob & Will are heading across the pond for this episode! Regardless of what continent you live on, true crime fans have likely heard “Night Stalker” before. But, who that refers to changes depending on where you are. In this episode we discuss the UK’s infamous creep dubbed night stalker. Delroy Grant terrorized a particular segment of the populati…

In this episode we’re talking about a couple of other brothers in crime. We’re heading out west to talk about the DeWild duo. A pair of twins who shared more than just DNA by the time this case was closed. If you listened to this episode, thanks for joining us on the Brothers in Crime podcast! If you liked it, please subscribe, tell a friend, and l…

If you thought last week’s episode about Fred Zain was disturbing, then buckle up! This week we take a look at other forensic “experts” who have made a name for themselves in all the wrong ways. Listen now to hear about these forensic failures and the associated fallout. If you listened to this episode, thanks for joining us on the Brothers in Crim…

Fred Zain: Director of Serology at the West Virginia state crime lab and Chief of Physical Evidence at the medical examiner’s office in Bexar County Texas. These are two titles Zain held, but titles don’t tell the whole story. Not even half of it! This episode details Zain’s faulty forensic work (we’re being kind here), the effect it had on many pe…

Wichita, Kansas. The year is 2000. It’s December, cold, and snowy. A baseball coach, symphony librarian, and group of wholesome young friends with bright futures would have their lives and legacies forever altered by two brothers from Dodge City. The series of events making up the brothers’ crime spree is commonly referred to as the “Wichita massac…

This week Bob is at the helm, and he’s taking us to Utah! This case is about the murders of Kathy Sheets and Steve Christensen, and there are a lot of twists and turns along the way. If you listened to this episode, thanks for joining us on the Brothers in Crime podcast! If you liked it, please subscribe, tell a friend, and leave a review! Whether …

If you’re listening to this podcast, then you probably know people in prison for hurting children make up the lowest rung of the prison status hierarchy. In this case, Marvin Grimm went to prison for nearly half a century as a convicted child murderer and sex offender. He confessed to his crimes. But, in June 2024, the Virginia Court of Appeals iss…

During the summer of 1996, Laura “Lollie” Winans and Julianne “Julie” Williams were murdered in Virginia’s Shenandoah National Park. Despite a suspect being charged with the couple’s murder in 2001, their case remained open and unsolved until June 2024—almost three decades after the murders. Listen now to find out more about these women, what happe…

Happy Fourth of July! One of the most infamous strings of unsolved homicides are attributed to a man who has eluded police officers for half a century. And one of the earliest (known) crimes he committed took place on July 4, 1969. Buckle up as we look at the man who called himself”Zodiac” through the lens of one of his earliest confirmed murders. …

Human trafficking is defined by the U.S. State Department “as a crime whereby traffickers exploit and profit at the expense of adults or children by compelling them to perform labor or engage in commercial sex. When a person younger than 18 is used to perform a commercial sex act, it is a crime regardless of whether there is any force, fraud, or co…

We didn’t forget about all the dads out there; we saved our Father’s Day special for the Thursday after daddy’s day, so if you forgot to get your pops–or your daddy–something special, send this episode his way! The guys we’re talking about in this episode won’t be winning father of the year awards anytime soon. If you listened to this episode, than…

In this episode of the Brothers in Crime Podcast, we talk about our experiences at CrimeCon 2024 held in Nashville, Tennessee. We discuss our interactions with fellow true crime enthusiasts, families of victims, and notable figures in the true crime community, including John Douglas and Dr. Michael Baden. Key highlights include stories from CrimeCo…

Twenty years ago in Granby, Colorado – on June 4, 2004, Marv Heemeyer drove a modified bulldozer through town, destroying buildings and… well, you’ll have to listen to find out what happened. Sometimes referred to as the “killdozer,” this is a wild story. Buckle up! The following are links to some of the resources or references we discussed during,…

This episode picks up where we left off in part one, discussing the legal dream team, jury questionnaires & composition, the Fuhrman tapes bombshell, verdict and some of what came next. At the end though, we need to remember two people were horrifically and brutally murdered. Two people never got to live their lives and enjoy an old age. Two people…

Often referred to as the trial of the century, The People v. OJ Simpson is both a landmark and lightning rod of American history. In this episode the Brothers Introduce Nicole Brown Simpson, Ron Goldman, and the guy who was charged with their murders and wrote the book If I did it. We also share his less well known writing that some believe was a s…

In this episode, we delve into the heart-wrenching case of Clayton, Hunter, and Chase Doerman, three young brothers from Ohio, aged seven, four, and three, who were murdered by their father, Chad Doerman, in June 2023. Join us as we discuss the events of that fateful day, the aftermath, and the ongoing legal proceedings. https://www.wlwt.com/articl…

This episode takes us outside the United States for a horrific crime with some of the most brutal details we’ve ever discussed. This is the awful murder of Anita Cobby. If you listened to this episode, thanks for joining us on the Brothers in Crime podcast! If you liked it, please subscribe, tell a friend, and leave a review! Whether you liked it o…

In this episode we conclude our discussion about the country's first manslaughter prosecution of a juvenile mass shooter's parents. Why did the State decide to charge James and Jennifer Crumbley? We’ll unpack the details but leave it up to you to decide whether parents like the Crumbley's should face criminal consequences. If you listened to this e…

Oxford High School endured a horrific tragedy in November 2021. While we don’t want to gloss over that event, it’s not the focus of this episode. Four kids lost their lives. Several others were injured. In the aftermath, the State of Michigan criminally charged James and Jennifer Crumbley with involuntary manslaughter for their son’s actions that t…

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Marlene Warren was a loving mother, faithful wife, and successful businesswoman. But, during Memorial Day Weekend of 1990, a killer clown would rob the world of the gift that Marlene had been to so many. Marlene had loved clowns since she was a young girl, so it was that much more suspicious when somebody in a clown costume killed her. Nonetheless,…

For our first ever international case, we discussed a shocking crime that completely rocked our neighbors to the north. In a response to one of our posts on social media, a listener (shoutout Taffi) asked us to discuss this case. The murder of John Dick is also referred to as the “torso murder.” One of Canada’s most infamous crimes of all time gave…

Christmas Eve 2002: Laci Peterson was reported missing. She was pregnant, and unfortunately, she and her baby Conner were found dead the following April. Her husband, Scott, was charged, tried, and convicted of murdering Laci and Conner. Twenty years later this case has had some notable developments, but now the Los Angeles Innocence Project has ta…

Christmas Eve 2002: Laci Peterson was reported missing. She was pregnant, and unfortunately, she and her baby Conner were found dead the following April. Her husband, Scott, was charged, tried, and convicted of murdering Laci and Conner. Twenty years later this case has had some notable developments, but now the Los Angeles Innocence Project has ta…

This episode is about the Ewell family. Everything seemed to be perfect for them. Dale Ewell was a successful businessman, and his wife Glee was as happy as her name suggests. They had a son and a daughter, Dana and Tiffany, and their kids were the apples of their eyes. But, one day tragedy befell the family: only one of the Ewell’s would survive. …

In part two of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s case, we discuss the shooter, investigation, theories, congressional hearing, and aftermath of Dr. King’s death. If you listened to this episode, thanks for joining us on the Brothers in Crime podcast! If you liked it, please subscribe, tell a friend, and leave a review! Whether you liked it or not, we welco…

Few Americans have impacted the world like Martin Luther King, Jr. did. In this episode we discuss his life, accomplishments, and untimely death. Dr. King died at the age of 39 during an era where too many of the country’s best and brightest died far too young. If you listened to this episode, thanks for joining us on the Brothers in Crime podcast!…

What happened to the Petit family rocked the small town of Cheshire, Connecticut. And, it’s going to horrify you, too. This one is rough folks. In 2007, a pair of thieves broke into the home of Dr. William and Jennifer Petit. Komisarjevsky and Hayes would spend hours in the home and do unspeakable things to the family before setting the house on fi…

Wow, do we have some updates for y’all! From a confirmed murderer in the Colonial Parkway Murders to an arrest in Tupac’s case, there has been A LOT going on in a number of the cases we’ve discussed. We’ve got updates in the following cases: Colonial Parkway Murders, Sextortion & Suicide, Harlem Park Three, Tupac, and Lynn Hernan. If you listened t…

In this episode we pick up where we left off in part one: with whose DNA was matched to one of the crimes. There’s no doubt Courtney and Christine were the victims in these cases, but what you’re about to learn is that they weren’t the only victims. Get ready to be upset because in this episode we talk about flawed forensics and less than inspiring…

In this episode we talk about two separate, but eerily similar, cases out of Noxubee County, Mississippi. These cases involve the abductions, sexual assaults, and murders of two young girls. The facts are absolutely infuriating and equally heartbreaking. And tragedy in these cases didn’t end with the murders–that’s where it started. If you listened…

In this episode we break down the unimaginable tragedy Kent Whitaker lived through after he, his wife, and one of their sons was shot. Kent survived, but his wife and son did not. Unfortunately, their murders were just the beginning of an arduous journey that’s stranger than fiction. If you listened to this episode, thanks for joining us on the Bro…

Most of us have spent a little while in time out, but imagine if instead of being sent to your bedroom, your parents sent you to the room they had built in their garage. A 8’ x 8’ room with a bed and bucket. No air conditioning. Did I mention you live in Florida? As absolutely crazy and infuriating as its sounds, that’s exactly what kind of hell Ti…

In this epilogue for JonBenét’s case, we dive a little deeper into a couple areas, clear up a few things, and share our personal thoughts on the case. For the record, we weren’t there and don’t know who killed that little girl. More than anything, we’d like to see whoever did it face justice, assuming that’s still possible. Either way, it would be …

In part four of our discussion about JonBenét Ramsey’s case, we wrap up with some interesting characters and alternate theories about the case. Through this episode we’ve tried to present the timeline, evidence, and various points of view from those who have worked the case without interjecting our own thoughts or opinions any more than absolutely …

In this BONUS episode, the Brothers bring you the first annual BOS Awards! If you’ve listened to our pod for more than an episode, you’ve probably heard Bob’s favorite term for his least favorite people: Bag of $***! To be eligible, the candidates had to receive Bob’s BOS title during an episode we recorded this year. The nominees for the our 2023 …

In part three of our discussion about JonBenét Ramsey’s case, we pick up where we left off… in the kitchen with the infamous bowl of pineapple chunks. We also look at some investigators’ resignations and others’ public statements about the case. We’re continuing to present all of the perspectives from those who have worked on or closely studied the…

SURPRISE! It’s not Thursday yet, but we thought we’d slip in an extra episode ahead of schedule for the holidays. Hopefully you’re enjoying this time of year, but that wasn’t the case for this innocent little girl 27 years ago. In part two of our series about the horrific murder of six-year-old JonBenét Ramsey, we discuss some of the notable eviden…

The seemingly idyllic town of Boulder, Colorado, had one murder in 1996: six-year-old JonBenét Ramsey. As we recorded these episodes, we’re approaching the 27th anniversary of one of America’s most notorious and disturbing crimes, yet it remains an open and ongoing investigation. We begin our discussion of the case with an introduction of the event…

Jeffrey Lionel Dahmer. He is virtually synonymous with true crime and has been the subject of many books, movies, documentaries, articles, shows, and podcasts. Unfortunately, he is often given names that make him seem mythological or practically glamorize the horror he inflicted on his victims. We don’t want to do any of that. So, in this episode w…

Known as the 'Eye Drop Murder Trial' Jessy Kurczewski was accused of killing her life-long friend, and someone who treated her like a daughter, using eye drops. Lynn Hernan, 62, died in her home on Oct. 3, 2018 and the death was originally considered a drug overdose - possibly a suicide. The medical examiner determined the cause of death was poison…

Known as the 'Eye Drop Murder Trial' Jessy Kurczewski was accused of killing her life-long friend, and someone who treated her like a daughter, using eye drops. Lynn Hernan, 62, died in her home on Oct. 3, 2018 and the death was originally considered a drug overdose - possibly a suicide. The medical examiner determined the cause of death was poison…

For turkey day this year the Brothers discuss a gruesome and disturbing murder that took place on Thanksgiving in 1991. Bill Nelson was a larger than life kind of guy with an interesting background. Unfortunately for him, he met a woman named Omaima about a month before Thanksgiving. What happened after they met is hard to believe. It could also be…

In this episode the Brothers discuss one of the biggest heists in Las Vegas history, “sex magick,” and a cult-leader-type murdering poet who may have gotten away with the perfect crime. Three million dollars is a lot of money, but Heather Tallchief and Roberto Solis managed to flee the United States with all that cash after pulling off an incredibl…

In this episode the Brothers discuss some other brothers in crime: John and Clarence Anglin (and their pal Frank Morris). Did these brothers successfully escape from Alcatraz? What did they do to end up there in the first place? What was their plan? Why are the U.S. Marshals STILL investigating this case over a half century later? We answer all the…

Not all heroes wear capes. Heather had a horrifying encounter with a man who almost certainly planned to murder her, but the ending to this story just might surprise you. Straight outta Charleston, West Virginia, with a little dog named fancy and improvising weapons to survive, Heather wasn’t going to let Neal Falls get the best of her. If you list…