The Ballad of Dena & Andrea - Episode 01 - With Muriel's Murders (Muriel Montgomery & Nick Casalini)
This first episode introduces the story of Dena & Andrea in an epic murder ballad. You’ll hear a bit about what a murder ballad is and why I dig them. I’ll chat with two friends, who also tell stories of murder, about the pros and cons of true crime, what it’s like to create macabre content with humor, and the importance of letting go of reductive “good/evil” narratives. Guests: Muriel Montgomery & Nick Casalini of the true crime humor podcast “Muriel’s Murders.”
This pod takes twists in and out of light-hearted and serious. Be prepared for emotional rollercoaster action!
CW: postpartum psychosis, depression, suicide, infanticide, and religious zealotry. Please take care of yourself while listening.
When I use the word women I aim to include anyone who has identified as a woman, female, or femme at any point in their journey.
Links from Show & Guests
Texas Killing Fields I-45 between Houston and Galveston
Ballad of Dena & Andrea Links
Postpartum Support International
PSI Yates Children Memorial Fund Legal Justice Program
A bit about the Yates Children Memorial Fund
National Suicide Hotline: You can call 998 or find help online at
Support the Pod Links
Hosted & created - Becky Poole
Songs written & sung - Becky Poole
Musical Saw - Becky Poole
Song & Theme Instrumentation, Production, & Mix - Abby Posner
Mastered - Dave Locke
Podcast Audio Editing & Mixing - Evan Mosher
Graphic Design - Stefan Lawrence
Photo - Logan Futej
Thank you for listening. For more about postpartum psychosis, go to Postpartum Support International. For the full album click here . Join the conversation on Instagram.
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