Cold Blooded Serial, a true crime podcast
Cold Blooded Serial delves deep into the chilling narratives of known and lesser known true crime stories. With meticulous research and riveting storytelling, each episode unravels the dark motives, twisted psychology, and haunting crimes that define these individuals. Prepare to be captivated, shocked, and perhaps even unsettled as we uncover the truth behind the cold-blooded minds of these criminals.
Episodes
What if the place that was supposed to protect you… became your prison?
In this episode of Cold Blooded Serial, we're diving into the chilling true story of Brothers Home — a so-called welfare center in South Korea that operated more like a forced labor camp. Thousands of children, homeless people, and so-called “undesirables” were taken off the streets and locked away behind its gates. But what went on inside was far from rehabili...
It started like any other Monday—until a teenage girl pointed a rifle out her window and opened fire on an elementary school across the street.
In this episode of Cold Blooded Serial, I’m telling the story of Brenda Spencer, the 16-year-old behind the first modern school shooting. From her troubled home life to the moment she pulled the tr...
She was a nun devoted to silence, prayer... and murder. Behind the walls of a remote Greek monastery, Mariam Soulakiotis ran a cult-like order that demanded obedience—and punished those who disobeyed with torture and death. With over 20 victims and decades of deception, In this episode, we’re diving into the chilling story of Mariam Soulakiotis—better known as The Nun of Death. She was a nun devoted to silence, prayer... and murder...
When a woman’s desperate 911 call led police to an abandoned house in Ohio, they uncovered a nightmarish scene—and a serial killer hiding in plain sight. Shawn Grate had been preying on vulnerable women for years, leaving a trail of terror across multiple counties. But how did he go undetected for so long? And what shocking details did his only surviving victim reveal?
In this episode, we’re diving into the chilling case of Henry Louis Wallace, who is still alive today in 2025, also known as the “Charlotte Strangler.” Between 1992 and 1994, Wallace terrorized Charlotte, North Carolina, claiming the lives of eleven young women—many of whom he knew personally.
We’ll explore how he managed to evade capture for so long, the shocking details of his crimes, and the investigation that finally brought hi...
This is the final episode of the horrifying case of Richard Chase. In this episode we discuss his brutal attack on Evelyn Miroth, her six-year-old son Jason, her 20 month old nephew David Ferreira, and her boyfriend. The blood-soaked crime scene shocked investigators. His obsession with blood and paranoia about his own deteriorating health fueled his gruesome acts.
His arrest brought an end to his reign of terror, but the case st...
In this episode, we uncover the twisted crimes of Richard Chase, the "Vampire of Sacramento." Known for his disturbing obsession with blood, Chase’s descent into madness began with mutilating animals—drinking the blood of rabbits and believing it would prevent his body from deteriorating. His delusions soon escalated to murder.
We’ll focus on the brutal slaying of 22-year-old Teresa Wallin, a crime so horrific it shocked even the m...
In the 1st episode of this chilling series, we dive into the horrifying case of Richard Chase, infamously known as "The Sacramento Vampire." This true crime tale follows the twisted mind of a man whose heinous acts of violence terrorized California in the late 1970s.
We’ll explore Richard’s troubled past, his descent into delusion, and the gruesome murders that earned him his bloodthirsty nickname. What drove him to commit such unt...
This week, we dive into the chilling case of a predator who terrorized California for decades. With an uncanny ability to evade justice, his crimes haunted investigators and communities alike. Who was this elusive figure, and how was he finally brought to justice?
Join me as I unravel the story of one of the most infamous criminals in hist...
In 1993, a series of bombings shook Western New York, masterminded by Michael T. Stevens and Earl Figley. Motivated by personal vendettas, the pair planted explosive devices across the region, targeting businesses, public spaces and homes.
Their attacks left communities in fear, causing significant destruction and injuries. The investigati...
👑Maria 'Chata' Leon wasn’t just the head of her household—she was the queenpin of a multi-generational criminal empire. Her 13 sons weren’t just family; they were her soldiers, running one of LA’s most infamous drug operations. From controlling the streets to evading law enforcement, the Leon family’s story is one of power, loyalty, and betrayal.
💥 Discover the rise and fall of Maria Chata Leon and her family’s dark legacy in thi...
***WARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTANS DISCUSSIONS OF SEXUAL ABUSE THAT MAY BE DISTURBING OR TRIGGERING TO SOME LISTENERS. PLEASE TAKE CARE WHILE LISTENING.***
In this episode, we dive into the story of the Genesee River Killer, exploring the chilling events that shocked a community and the disturbing details that led to his notoriety. Join me as we delve into the unsettling case of Arthur Shawcross.
Stella Nickell was convicted in 1988 for product tampering resulting in deaths linked to cyanide-laced Excedrin capsules. The case was one of the first to apply federal product-tampering laws enacted after the Chicago Tylenol murders. Evidence against her included circumstantial connections, financial motives, and allegations of planted evidence. The trial set a precedent for consumer safety law enforcement.
Stella Nickell's trial began with the prosecution presenting evidence linking her to the 1986 cyanide-laced Excedrin capsules that killed two people, including her husband. Key testimony focused on her financial motives, particularly her husband's life insurance policy, and forensic evidence that suggested the tampered bottles came from her local stores. The defense argued that the evidence was circumstantial and unreliable, attemp...
In this episode, listeners are walked through the sinister plot Stella concocted to cash in on a life insurance policy by poisoning her husband, Bruce. The plan became even more twisted as she attempted to make his death look like a random Tylenol poisoning. Her scheme involved placing poisoned bottles of Excedrin in local stores, leading to the tragic death of an innocent bystander, Sue Snow.
This episode teases the investigative techniques and evidence that eventually pointed to Stella Nickell as the culprit, raising questions about greed, deception, and the lengths people will go to achieve financial freedom. As the community was gripped by fear and the FBI launched an intensive investigation, Stella’s elaborate plot began to unravel.
In this episode we dive into Stella Nickell’s background—she was a mother and aquarium enthusiast who lived a seemingly unremarkable life with her husband, Bruce.
Stella was unhappy with Bruce's sobriety as she had relied on alcohol as part of their social and marital bond. Bruce’s sobriety caused her to feel resentful, increasing her dissatisfaction with their relationship and her desire for change. This growing resentment becam...
In 1986, the lives of 2 families would intersect in a series of unexpected and devastating events that would unravel layers of mystery and intrigue. The events surrounding them would capture national attention and raise serious questions about trust, danger, and the lengths to which people can go when pushed to extremes.
Welcome friends, this is a bite size episode of a cold blooded massacre that occurred on Valentines Day in Rochester, NY in 2009. Killer, Frank Garcia began his killing spree at 5:45 a.m. at Lake Side Hospital, taking the lives of 4 people but forever changing the lives of their loved ones. Join me as we dive into this tragic and horrific story.
References: Retired Investigator Sergeant Patrick Crough (2011). Chronicles of a Roch...
The story of Sue Snow revolves around a tragic incident in 1986, where she became a victim of product tampering. Sue Snow, a 40-year-old woman from Auburn, Washington, died after consuming two Extra-Strength Excedrin capsules that had been laced with cyanide. Her death led to a widespread panic and an extensive investigation.
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