Scream and Sugar: True Crime Coffee Hour

Hey Spooky Squad! Welcome back to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour. Today, we’re climbing onto the rooftops for one of the strangest and most cinematic crime stories out there—the case of Jeffrey Manchester, better known as The Roofman.Throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s, Manchester carried out a series of daring burglaries across the Midwest, cutting through roofs and dropping into stores after hours—often without ever being seen. But this wasn’t just a story of clever theft. Behind the headlines was a former Army Ranger, a prison escape, years spent secretly living inside a Toys “R” Us, and a criminal who seemed to vanish again and again just when authorities thought they had him cornered.Was Jeffrey Manchester a criminal mastermind, a man unraveling under pressure, or something in between? In this episode, we break down the heists, the escapes, and the bizarre life of a man who quite literally lived above the law.Grab your coffee and your curiosity, and remember to stay spooky, y’all!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.

Hey Spooky Squad! Welcome back to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour. Today, we’re unpacking one of the most controversial and emotionally charged cases of the last decade—the death of Kendrick Johnson in Valdosta, Georgia.In 2013, 17-year-old Kendrick Johnson was found deceased inside a rolled-up gym mat at his high school. What authorities quickly ruled an accidental death soon became the center of intense public scrutiny, conflicting forensic interpretations, and widespread allegations of foul play. As Kendrick’s family pushed for answers, the case ignited national debate over investigative practices, racial bias, and whether crucial evidence was overlooked—or intentionally ignored. Was Kendrick’s death a tragic accident, or does the truth lie somewhere deeper beneath the surface? In this episode, we walk through the known facts, the medical findings, the unanswered questions, and why this case continues to divide opinions to this day.Grab your coffee and your curiosity, and remember to stay spooky, y’all!Case Notes:Good Days Cafe: https://www.gooddayscafereno.com/Documentary: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15190622/reviews/?featured=rw7433055&ref_=tt_ururv_c_2https://www.reddit.com/r/UnresolvedMysteries/comments/45div4/kendrick_johnsons_death_is_not_an_unresolved/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmfhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHI4Zaudbv4https://valdostadailytimes.com/2013/11/21/kendricks-final-walk/https://valdostadailytimes.com/2014/10/31/release-of-kj-autopsy-photos-questioned/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.

Hey Spooky Squad! Welcome back to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour. Today, we’re stepping into the courtroom for one of the most controversial and emotionally charged cases at the intersection of music, morality, and the law—the Judas Priest suicide trial.In the mid-1980s, two young men attempted suicide after listening to heavy metal music, leaving one dead and the other permanently injured. Their families would later take the band Judas Priest to court, alleging that hidden subliminal messages in the music pushed the teens toward self-destruction. What followed was a landmark trial that forced society to confront fear, censorship, and the power we assign to art.Can music be held responsible for violence and suicide—or was this a case of grief searching for answers? In this episode, we break down the trial, the science behind subliminal messaging, and how this case helped define artistic freedom in America.Grab your coffee and your curiosity, and remember to stay spooky, y’all!Case Notes:Rising for People Coffee:https://risingforpeoplecoffeeco.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopWrZbsnHq6KQ_GUf4HAkNbjdMcm4BrKuACy8DpPUoMlWpjZNeuhttp://www.thestacksreader.com/the-dreamer-deceiver-the-reno-trial-of-judas-priest/https://english.elpais.com/culture/2025-12-14/when-judas-priest-were-accused-of-inducing-two-fans-to-kill-themselves-a-chronicle-of-the-most-infamous-trial-in-music-history.htmlhttps://thewind.org/episodes/judaspriestontrialhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGeNjfRWzXI&rco=1https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHOFI5UNNckhttps://www.hulu.com/watch/f2c6e1ed-0f73-431f-af00-8803b5b73dedhttps://ultimateclassicrock.com/judas-priest-better-by-you-better-than-me-lawsuit/https://blabbermouth.net/news/how-judas-priest-debunked-existence-of-hidden-messages-in-its-songshttps://everyrecordtellsastory.com/2012/05/27/judas-priest-dream-deceivers/Halford quote: https://www.loudersound.com/features/how-a-suicide-pact-was-almost-the-end-of-judas-priestBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.

Hey Spooky Squad! Sorry for the delay. We are running on USPS time this holiday season. Welcome back to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour. Today, we’re heading to Toronto to uncover the chilling story of Bruce McArthur—an unassuming mall Santa, landscaper, and serial killer who hid in plain sight for years.Between 2010 and 2017, men from Toronto’s LGBTQ+ community began disappearing, many of them last seen in the city’s Gay Village. Despite mounting concerns, their disappearances were repeatedly dismissed—until a shocking arrest exposed a predator who had been trusted around children, neighbors, and clients alike. As investigators dug deeper, they uncovered a pattern of violence, neglect, and systemic failure that allowed McArthur to continue killing unchecked. How did so many warning signs go ignored? And what does this case reveal about whose lives are prioritized—and whose are overlooked?In this episode, we examine the victims, the investigation, and the institutional blind spots that helped a killer remain invisible for far too long.Grab your coffee and your curiosity, and remember to stay spooky, y’all!Case Notes: The Roost Cafe:  https://www.theroostreno.com/https://www.bbc.com/bbcthree/article/01086f21-e102-4de0-8e4b-567a13c66c5chttps://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-47125443https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16587970/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.

Hey Spooky Squad! Welcome back to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour. Today, we’re unpacking a case that shocked reality TV audiences and true crime fans alike—the brutal murders tied to the Wife Swap family that once appeared wholesome on screen.In 2017, Jacob Stockdale murdered his mother and brother in rural Ohio, years after his family had been featured on the hit reality show Wife Swap. What initially looked like an isolated act of violence soon raised deeper questions about religious extremism, control, abuse, and what was really happening behind the cameras.As details emerged, many began to reexamine the family’s past, the warning signs that were missed, and the disturbing dynamics that may have led to this tragedy. Was this simply a sudden act of violence—or the inevitable outcome of years of psychological damage hidden beneath a carefully curated image?In this episode, we explore the murders, the trial, and the unsettling reality of how darkness can thrive even in plain sight.Grab your coffee and your curiosity, and remember to stay spooky, y’all!Case Notes: https://www.dutchbros.com/https://www.hulu.com/series/wife-swap-9569e2c9-2ae6-4b82-a3aa-65ce80775248Stockdale Family Band Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEmqBw1X9Jw (we do not have ownership of this music, but are using it to enhance the understanding of the case!)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.

Hey Spooky Squad! Welcome back to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour.Today, we’re diving into one of the most puzzling and hotly debated cases in recent true crime history—the mysterious death of Ellen Greenberg. In 2011, the 27-year-old teacher was found dead in her Philadelphia apartment with twenty stab wounds—including ten to the back of her neck. Despite the shocking details, her death was ruled a suicide, a decision that left investigators, medical experts, and the public in disbelief.Over a decade later, Ellen’s parents continue to fight for justice, pushing to reopen the case and uncover what really happened that night. Was Ellen’s death truly self-inflicted, or is this a murder hidden beneath layers of error and cover-up? In this episode, we unravel the evidence, conflicting reports, and the ongoing battle for truth that refuses to fade.Grab your coffee and your curiosity, and remember to stay spooky, y’all!**CORRECTION TO ADD: the suicide loss survivor community has update the verbiage from "committed" to "died of". This episode was recorded prior to that correction, but it will be fixed in future episodes. We appreciate the community for letting us know and will adjust that in all future cases!**Case Notes: Big Kitchen Cafe: https://judysbigkitchen.com/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7400770/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20202068/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3728425/https://www.reddit.com/r/EllenGreenberg/comments/1nzricr/timeline_vs_main_four_theories_of_when_ellen_died/https://www.hulu.com/series/death-in-apartment-603-what-happened-to-ellen-greenberg-b0338377-2cf8-43c4-98b7-5f907e9d51d1https://www.cnn.com/interactive/2024/12/us/ellen-greenberg-death-philadelphia-cec-cnnphotos/https://nypost.com/2001/07/23/models-bizarre-suicide/https://www.reddit.com/r/UnsolvedMysteries/comments/1h8yke5/ellen_greenberg_case_updates/https://static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2025/10/dr-simon-report-on-ellen-greenberg.pdf?utmBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.

Hey Spooky Squad! Welcome back to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour. Today, we’re heading to our own backyard—Reno, Nevada—for a case that gripped the community and left lasting scars: the 2008 murder of 19-year-old Brianna Denison.After a night out with friends, Brianna vanished from a friend’s home near the University of Nevada campus. Weeks later, her body was found—her death linked to a string of violent assaults that had already been haunting the area. As investigators raced against time, DNA evidence became the key to exposing a predator hiding in plain sight: James Biela.How did this case change the way Reno saw safety, trust, and its college-town nightlife? And how did Brianna’s memory inspire a movement for awareness and justice? In this episode, we revisit the investigation, the trial, and the legacy that still echoes through the Biggest Little City.Grab your coffee and your curiosity, and remember to stay spooky, y’all!Case Notes:2PhatVegans - https://www.instagram.com/2phatvegansnola/?hl=enBig Kitchen Cafe | San Diego https://share.google/uthBaXQfTzFIafqGODamning DNA — The Murder of Brianna Denison — Crime Library https://share.google/IMqxG3hhpo4z4iRp3Tip, DNA lead to arrest in student's slaying - CNN.com https://share.google/p1piGflOxiTLo5a0PPhotos: The Brianna Denison case https://share.google/5Dnto1UZOHR7wfZLphttps://open.spotify.com/episode/62aAaptGmj4TKg1K3wK83T?si=Dfux1ymfRMO0WCa3BAjEZQ https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/19/19-6204/117740/20191002123643407_Appendix%20Exhibits.pdfJames Biela | Murderpedia, the encyclopedia of murderers  https://share.google/e3seakvBt4hMF952Khttps://youtu.be/xZLPJAQRx9E?si=7oflKaSkjc0wo9MPhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/1evjqu2JHs1dxi8gMrkXWb?si=B0qHTPWaS-OkcCAfN3DWbQBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.

Hey Spooky Squad! Welcome back to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour. Today, we’re heading to our own backyard—Reno, Nevada—for a case that gripped the community and left lasting scars: the 2008 murder of 19-year-old Brianna Denison.After a night out with friends, Brianna vanished from a friend’s home near the University of Nevada campus. Weeks later, her body was found—her death linked to a string of violent assaults that had already been haunting the area. As investigators raced against time, DNA evidence became the key to exposing a predator hiding in plain sight: James Biela.How did this case change the way Reno saw safety, trust, and its college-town nightlife? And how did Brianna’s memory inspire a movement for awareness and justice? In this episode, we revisit the investigation, the trial, and the legacy that still echoes through the Biggest Little City. Grab your coffee and your curiosity, and remember to stay spooky, y’all!Case Notes: 2PhatVegans - https://www.instagram.com/2phatvegansnola/?hl=enBig Kitchen Cafe | San Diego https://share.google/uthBaXQfTzFIafqGODamning DNA — The Murder of Brianna Denison — Crime Library https://share.google/IMqxG3hhpo4z4iRp3Tip, DNA lead to arrest in student's slaying - CNN.com https://share.google/p1piGflOxiTLo5a0PPhotos: The Brianna Denison case https://share.google/5Dnto1UZOHR7wfZLphttps://open.spotify.com/episode/62aAaptGmj4TKg1K3wK83T?si=Dfux1ymfRMO0WCa3BAjEZQ https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/19/19-6204/117740/20191002123643407_Appendix%20Exhibits.pdfJames Biela | Murderpedia, the encyclopedia of murderers  https://share.google/e3seakvBt4hMF952Khttps://youtu.be/xZLPJAQRx9E?si=7oflKaSkjc0wo9MPhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/1evjqu2JHs1dxi8gMrkXWb?si=B0qHTPWaS-OkcCAfN3DWbQBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.

Hey Spooky Squad! Welcome back to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour.Today, we’re traveling to Kolkata, India, to uncover a story that’s as heartbreaking as it is infuriating—the murder of Dr. Moumita, allegedly at the hands of another hospital worker, Sanjay Roy. In 2023, the young doctor’s brutal death sent shockwaves across India, igniting public outrage and sparking powerful conversations about women’s safety, gender-based violence, and systemic silence. As activists and students flooded the streets with the Reclaim the Night movement, demanding justice for Moumita, many began to question how deeply patriarchy and corruption run within the very systems meant to protect women.Was this tragedy the result of one man’s violence—or a reflection of a society that still fails to value women’s lives?Grab your coffee and your curiosity, and remember to stay spooky, y’all!**CORRECTION TO ADD: the suicide loss survivor community has update the verbiage from "committed" to "died of". This episode was recorded prior to that correction, but it will be fixed in future episodes. We appreciate the community for letting us know and will adjust that in all future cases!**Case Notes:https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/kolkata/kolkata-doctor-rape-murder-post-mortem-report-highlights-brutal-assault-confirms-multiple-injuries-signs-of-struggle/articleshow/112484225.cmshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2024_Kolkata_rape_and_murder#cite_note-livemint-18https://www.businesstoday.in/india/story/kolkata-rape-murder-case-150-mg-of-semen-found-in-doctors-body-doctors-say-it-could-be-gang-rape-441513-2024-08-14https://www.instagram.com/turf_supper_club/?hl=enBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.

Hey Spooky Squad! Welcome back to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour. Today, we’re heading to Green Bay, Wisconsin, to unravel one of the most shocking and gruesome cases in recent memory—the murder of Shad Thyrion at the hands of Taylor Schabusiness.In 2022, a late-night encounter spiraled into a horror scene that stunned investigators. Police arrived to find evidence of a brutal killing that defied comprehension—acts so disturbing they shook even seasoned officers. As the trial unfolded, questions of mental health, manipulation, and pure depravity collided, leaving the nation wondering what drove Taylor Schabusiness to commit such an unthinkable crime. In this episode, we examine the timeline, the evidence, and the chilling courtroom revelations that turned a small Wisconsin town into the setting of a nightmare.We also want to call out Laughing Cat Coffee here in town! So grab your coffee and your curiosity, and remember to stay spooky, y’all!Case Notes: Laughing Cat Coffee Roasters: https://www.laughingcatcoffee.com/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0WUmwmzzkUhttps://www.wearegreenbay.com/news/local-news/schabusiness-removed-from-courtroom-after-outburst-during-hearing-in-new-battery-case/https://www.wearegreenbay.com/news/local-news/convicted-murderer-taylor-schabusiness-reaches-plea-deal-sentencing-date-set/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Shad_Thyrion#cite_note-Independent-1https://www.killerqueenspodcast.com/taylor-schabusiness-case-and-trial/#:~:text=The%20rest%20of%20the%20body,wanted%20to%20see%20what%20happens.%E2%80%9Dhttps://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/story/news/crime/2023/07/24/timeline-of-events-in-the-taylor-schabusiness-homicide-case/70401764007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z115753e002400v115753b0058xxd005865&gca-ft=164&gca-ds=sophihttps://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/crime/taylor-schabusiness-shad-thyrion-trial-b2464272.htmlhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xofnwgeulB8https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zy4E32IzBawBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.

Hey Spooky Squad! Welcome back to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour. Today, we’re confronting one of the most harrowing modern true crime stories—the Turpin family, whose Perris, California home became known as the House of Horrors.In 2018, seventeen-year-old Jordan Turpin escaped the unthinkable, breaking free from years of abuse at the hands of her parents, David and Louise Turpin. What she revealed to police was almost beyond comprehension—thirteen siblings trapped in filth, chained to beds, starved, and silenced. Her courage not only exposed the horrors hidden behind suburban walls but also raised painful questions about how such cruelty could go unnoticed for so long. How did this nightmare go undetected for years? And what became of the Turpin children after their rescue? In this episode, we uncover the haunting truth of survival, neglect, and the lasting strength of one girl’s bravery.Grab your coffee and your curiosity, and remember to stay spooky, y’all!Case Notes: Eve's Eatery: https://www.eveseaterynv.com/https://time.com/5109959/turpin-parents-children-torture/https://www.desertsun.com/story/news/crime_courts/2018/10/05/louise-turpin-denied-mental-health-diversion/1538158002/https://www.desertsun.com/story/news/crime_courts/2018/06/22/turpin-children-were-choked-caged-thrown-down-stairs-prosecutor-says/726304002/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z113803e000200v113803b0043xxd004365&gca-ft=121&gca-ds=sophihttps://www.desertsun.com/story/news/crime_courts/2018/08/31/david-and-louise-turpin-re-enter-not-guilty-pleas/1158228002/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z113803e007600v113803b0043xxd004365&gca-ft=160&gca-ds=sophihttps://www.patrickwanis.com/the-psychology-behind-the-house-of-horrors-and-child-torture/https://www.cnn.com/2022/07/27/us/turpin-children-foster-home-attorney-interviewhttps://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-turpin-mental-health-20181005-story.html#:~:text=Judge%20rejects%20request%20by%20mother,of%20prosecution%20%2D%20Los%20Angeles%20Timeshttps://www.independent.co.uk/voices/turpin-family-parents-why-do-it-children-perris-california-captives-psychology-motive-a8162136.htmlhttps://abcnews.go.com/2020/video/body-camera-footage-shows-deputys-1st-conversation-jordan-81290124https://abc7chicago.com/post/david-louise-turpin-case-former-det-thomas-salisbury-speaks-investigation-children-abuse-cases/15573459/https://people.com/where-are-turpin-family-siblings-now-8379490?Body Cam Footage: https://abcnews.go.com/2020/video/body-camera-video-shows-inside-turpin-family-house-81290118Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.

Welcome back, Spooky Squad, to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour.In this haunting and thought-provoking episode of Scream & Sugar, we join journalist and spooky sleuth Matthew Berrey as he unearths a lesser-known chapter of Northern Nevada history: the mass burials on the grounds of the former Northern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services (NNAMS) campus in Reno. For decades, the campus—originally established in the late 19th century as part of Nevada’s institutional mental healthcare system—laid claim to a cemetery where hundreds of individuals, many forgotten and unidentified, were laid to rest. Matthew takes us behind the scenes of the research: the historical context of the asylum system in Nevada, the working-farm and self-sufficient model of the institution, and the shadows cast by minimal record-keeping, unmarked graves, and, maybe, institutional neglect. Grab your coffee and your curiosity, and remember to stay spooky, y’all!Case Notes: http://friendsofnorthernnevadaadultmentalhealthservicescemetery.com/powerpointpresentation.html (need to use wayback machine)http://friendsofnorthernnevadaadultmentalhealthservicescemetery.com/cemeteryhomepage.html (need to use wayback machine)https://historicreno.org/media/custom/docs/FPv14n2.pdfhttps://www.historicreno.org/media/custom/docs/FPv13n2.pdfhttps://www.historicreno.org/media/custom/docs/FPv12n3.pdfhttps://nvtami.com/2023/08/06/nevada-insane-asylum-the-desecrated-cemetery/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.

Hey Spooky Squad! Welcome back to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour.Today, we’re diving into the haunting tales of two women bound by death and legend—Margaret Dickson, better known as Half-Hanged Maggie, and the eerie Romanian figure known as Loana Bloodthirster.In early 18th-century Edinburgh, Maggie’s story shocked society when she was executed for concealing a pregnancy—only to wake up alive in her coffin. Meanwhile, in rural Romania, whispers of Loana’s vengeance linger long after her death, tied to disappearances, strange illnesses, and a chilling legend that refused to die.Were these women victims of superstition and circumstance—or did something darker follow them beyond the grave? Join us as we untangle myth from history, exploring punishment, folklore, and the macabre line between life and death.Grab your coffee and your curiosity, and remember to stay spooky, y’all!Case Notes: Ana's Taco Grill: https://www.instagram.com/anastacogrillmidtownreno/https://www.anastacogrillreno.com/https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/usbiography/d/maggiedickson.htmlhttps://oldedinburghclub.org.uk/margaret-dickson-half-hangit-maggie/https://maggiedicksons.co.uk/maggies-story/https://surgeonshallmuseums.wordpress.com/2022/07/06/half-hangit-maggie-dickson-did-anatomy-students-really-squabble-over-her-body/https://www.scotsman.com/whats-on/arts-and-entertainment/half-hangit-maggie-the-scots-woman-who-survived-hanging-622567https://www.edinburghexpert.com/blog/edinburghs-local-heroes-hauf-hangit-maggie-dicksonhttps://thelittlehouseofhorrors.com/half-hangit-maggie/https://centralbylines.co.uk/region/west-midlands/crime-chronicles-part-3-the-tale-of-half-hangit-maggie-the-woman-they-couldnt-hang/ https://sjhstrangetales.wordpress.com/2016/03/27/ioana-the-bloodthirster/ https://www.vintag.es/2018/03/loana-the-bloodthirster.html?utm_source=chatgpt.comhttps://www.facebook.com/SpookifyOfficial/posts/a-photo-of-loana-the-bloodthirster-that-was-believed-to-have-died-in-1909-as-she/1399234413577495/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.

Welcome back, everyone, to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour. In today's episode, we revisit the 1975 murder of 15-year-old Martha Moxley in the affluent community of Greenwich, Connecticut. She was found viciously murdered - bludgeoned to death with a golf club in her own backyard on Mischief Night, the night before Halloween. Martha’s case shocked the nation and remained unsolved for decades. In the second part of this episode, we explore the events that occur after the case goes cold, with more on the influence of the wealthy Skakel family, and the twists, trials, and controversies that lead to an arrest, but not a conviction.  As we lead up to the 50th anniversary of Martha's murder, we want to remind you all to be careful out there, and to keep her family in your thoughts.So grab your coffee and sip along as we go through this tragic case, and remember to stay spooky, y'all!Case Notes: https://daddystacosnv.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.

Welcome back, Spooky Squad, to another episode of Scream and Sugar.In this episode, we review the 1975 murder of 15-year-old Martha Moxley in the affluent community of Greenwich, Connecticut. Found bludgeoned to death with a golf club, Martha’s case shocked the nation and remained unsolved for decades. We explore the events leading up to that Halloween night, the influence of the wealthy Skakel family, and the twists, trials, and controversies that kept this case in the headlines for years.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.

Welcome back, our lovely spooky squad, to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour. In today's episode, we cover the shocking case of Xuming Li, a Chinese chemistry doctoral student in Tampa, Florida, accused of poisoning his upstairs neighbor. What started as noise complaints and ongoing disputes escalated into a dangerous pattern of chemical attacks—captured on hidden cameras.We dive into the background of the case, the evidence investigators uncovered, and the disturbing reality of how stress and mental health can cause seemingly normal people to do the extreme. Stay spooky, babes!Case Notes: https://hover.hillsclerk.com/html/case/caseSummary.htmlhttps://lawandcrime.com/crime/florida-man-who-allegedly-injected-chemical-agent-into-neighbors-condo-over-noise-complaints-is-deported-to-china/https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/27/us/florida-neighbor-chemical-agent.htmlhttps://www.reddit.com/r/ChilluminatiPod/comments/1iwbta4/footage_shows_former_phd_chemistry_student_xuming/https://www.fox13news.com/news/former-usf-chemistry-student-accused-of-trying-to-poison-neighbor-deported-to-chinahttps://stanforddaily.com/2016/01/19/graduate-student-sentenced-to-three-year-probation-after-poisoning-case/https://nct-cbnw.com/li-xuming-and-the-abdullah-family-the-risk-of-student-lab-access-abuses/https://www.euronews.com/2022/03/31/german-student-detained-on-suspicion-of-poisoning-seven-people-at-universityBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.

Welcome back, Spooky Squad, to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour. In part two of the Fred and Rose West case, we move deeper into the horrors behind 25 Cromwell Street. This episode examines the couple’s escalating pattern of abuse, the murders that shocked Gloucester, and the way they manipulated those around them to hide their crimes. We’ll also cover how suspicions began to grow, the investigation that unraveled their web of lies, and the chilling discoveries that finally brought their reign of terror to light.Come hang with us...and grab your coffee, because this one's a doozy.Stay Spooky!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.

Welcome back, Spooky Squad, to another episode of Scream and Sugar,  your true crime coffee hour. In part one of our deep dive into the Fred and Rose West case, we unravel the beginnings of one of Britain’s most disturbing true crime stories. From Fred’s early life and troubled upbringing to Rose’s entry into his world, we trace the paths that brought them together. This episode explores the dark dynamics of their relationship, the home at 25 Cromwell Street, and the early signs of their horrific crimes.Stay tuned for the next episode, where we go through their horrific crimes and what ended it all.Stay spooky, y'all!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.

Welcome back to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour. Today we are covering part 2 of the Rebecca Zahau tragedy. What unfolded after Rebecca Zahau’s body was found only deepened the mystery. From the very beginning, investigators leaned toward calling her death a suicide. But the crime scene itself told a much stranger story. Rebecca was discovered bound, gagged, and hanging from a second-floor balcony at the Spreckels mansion. Her hands were tied behind her back, her ankles bound, and a T-shirt had been forced into her mouth.Words painted on the door only raised more questions—was it Rebecca’s handwriting, or someone else’s attempt to stage the scene? Family members immediately disputed the idea that Rebecca would have taken her own life in such a humiliating and elaborate fashion. They described her as devout, hopeful, and determined to help Max recover. Experts in crime scene investigation also questioned the bindings—how could she have tied herself up so completely and still managed to hang herself? Despite these doubts, the San Diego Sheriff’s Department closed the case in 2012, ruling it a suicide. This decision ignited a firestorm of criticism, leading Zahau’s family to file a wrongful death civil suit. The Zahau case remains one of the most debated true crime mysteries of the last decade. What are your thoughts? Bounding reinactment by SDSO: https://youtu.be/600qq5O5qwkLink to Mary's book: https://www.amazon.com/Unraveling-Knots-Sisters-Relentless-Justice-ebook/dp/B0F18YMTXKBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.

Welcome back, spooky squad to another episode of your favorite true crime coffe hour. We missed you!Today's episode is a doozy. In July of 2011, a tragedy unfolded inside one of Coronado’s most exclusive mansions. Six-year-old Max Shacknai suffers a mysterious fall, and just two days later, Jonah Shacknai’s girlfriend, 32-year-old Rebecca Zahau, is found hanging naked from a balcony—her hands and feet bound, a cryptic message painted on a bedroom door. Authorities ruled it a suicide. Her family insists it was murder.In this first part, we dive into the days leading up to Rebecca’s death: who she was, the key players in her life, Max’s devastating accident, and the chilling morning Rebecca was discovered. From the bizarre crime scene to the immediate questions about how investigators handled it, this case still sparks fierce debate over what really happened in that mansion. Grab your coffee and settle in—it’s time to unravel the first half of a case that blends mystery, scandal, and heartbreaking loss.Stay spooky, ya'll!Case notes:Unravelling the Knots: Mary’s book https://www.amazon.com/Unraveling-Knots-Sisters-Relentless-Justice-ebook/dp/B0F18YMTXKCoroners' report, Rebecca: https://www.autopsyfiles.org/reports/Other/zahau,%20rebecca_report.pdfCoroners' report, Max: https://www.autopsyfiles.org/reports/Other/shacknai,%20max_report.pdfIncredibly detailed review: https://www.reddit.com/r/UnresolvedMysteries/comments/7w8uhi/unexplained_death_part_2_rebecca_zahau_murder_or/Death at the Mansion TV Series: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B07S7TMRRT/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_rBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946/support.This content is not appropriate for all listeners; listener discretion is advised.  PS. Let's just umbrella all our content with a blanket statement: allegedly, supposedly! Stay spooky, squad.