Ivy League Murders

Join Laura and Sarah as they discuss the most haunting cases to spin out of some of America's most elite corners.

From the Archives: the Curious Case of Charlie Tan

Charlie Tan is incarcerated until 2038.  The prosecution and the defense have very different stories about the murder of Charlie's father, James Tan.  What are your thoughts?  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

11-19
36:38

The Real Walking Dead - Bonus Halloween Episode

This week we go to the Caribbean and follow in the footsteps of ivy leaguers who unraveled the mystery of the Zombie.  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

10-31
16:01

Update on the Brian Walshe Case

This week we discuss updates on the Walshe case.  The million dollar question: Will Proctor's phone data dump be the smoking gun the defense is hoping for.  And is Brian Walshe competent to stand trial? If you enjoy listening support us with link below:https://www.patreon.com/c/Ivyleaguemurders ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

10-22
19:38

Murder in the Dollhouse: The Jennifer Dulos Case

This week, we discuss the Jennifer Dulos in depth with author Rich Cohen.  What happens when the Ivy grows thorns?   ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

08-19
49:42

Down to the Bone: The McStay Family Murder

This week we discuss the mysterious case of the McStay family with author Caitlin Rother. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

07-18
43:02

When the Mask Slips: Brown University's Tragedy of the Brendel Family

One man's con turns deadly for a Brown alumni family.   ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

06-05
37:31

Bonus Episode: Solving a Cold Case with Caitlin Rother

It’s our pleasure this week to welcome back New York Times best selling author Caitlin Rother. She’s here to discuss her new book Body Parts ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

03-31
47:58

Run Baby Run: The Murder of UPenn's Adam Anhang

When Adam Anhang, a successful business man was murdered on the streets of Old San Juan, people were left wondering who would hurt (let alone kill) this generous, kind, brilliant man?  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

03-07
22:06

Yale's Arthur Pennell: The Gilded Age Murder in Buffalo

The year is 1903, Buffalo society is shocked by Ed Burdick's murder.  Scandalous affairs, private investigators and red herrings all lead to one question: Who killed Ed Burdick in his study with a golf club? Special thanks to Kimberly Tilley, author of "Cold Heart: The Great Unsolved Mystery in Turn of the Century Buffalo." ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

01-21
23:53

UPenn’s Anti-Hero: The Curious Case of Luigi

Why is social media celebrating Luigi Mangione? And why did Mangione, a privileged Ivy Leaguer, murder a CEO? ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

12-16
16:50

50 Shades of Rockefeller

When a fun tryst turns deadly, an upstanding family is left wondering how well they knew their father. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

11-14
21:37

The Murder Mantra

The 2022 execution of Dartmouth athlete Moriah Wilson was one of the most shocking murders in recent Austin history.  The hunt for her murderer would lead investigators on a manhunt to Costa Rica.  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

08-07
22:25

Ely Murders

Actor Ron Ely lost a federal civil-rights lawsuit against the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office and four of its deputies, stemming from a 2019 incident in which his wife and son both died. The lawsuit alleged that deputies and sheriff’s dispatchers failed to provide timely medical aid to Cameron Ely and to Valerie Lundeen Ely, Ron Ely’s wife, who had suffered multiple stab wounds prior to the arrival of deputies. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

07-08
19:23

A Devil in Helltown

This week we look at the connection between Cornell's Kurt Vonnegut and Cape Cop serial killer Tony "Chop Chop" Costa.  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

05-30
37:53

Carlos Perez-Olivo: Bitten By Greed

Career burnout can be brutal. This Ivy leaguer's mid life crisis proved fatal. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

04-18
31:24

Ann and Billy Woodward: "The Ideal Couple"

Billy Woodward, a Harvard Legacy, was shot and killed by his wife, Ann.  Was it an accident or intentional with a  subsequent cover up?  You be the judge.   ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

03-19
45:11

Capote's Poisonous Pen and the Woodward Affair

Once again, we're thrilled to have Jane Hitchcock on to discuss the Woodward murder, Truman Capote and the swans of New York society.  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

02-20
31:15

Death at Dartmouth: Anatomy of a Folie a Deux

In January of 2001, two Dartmouth professors, Half and Susanne Zantop were found murdered in their home in Etna, New Hampshire. A virulent violence drove two boys to kill them at random.   ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

01-31
35:11

Crimes in High Society: A Talk with Novelist and Playwright Jane Hitchcock

It’s our absolute pleasure this week to speak with Jane Hitchcock about her wonderful novels about the misdeeds of the one percent.   ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

12-21
39:08

Murder on Black Diamond Trail: Death of a Promise

On June 2, 2009, police discovered Blazej Kot covered in blood in a parked car.  What had happened to this happy newlywed couple both with promising futures at Cornell? ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

11-30
19:36

Jae Crumbpacker

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Alastair Derrick

Really enjoyable podcast show. Fascinating topics and well presented. Moves along nicely. Keep up the good work!

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