Foul Play: Crime Series

Foul Play: Crime Series

Welcome to the riveting true crime podcast that takes you on a deep dive into the world's most gripping cases. Each season unravels a unique case—choose one that intrigues you and dive in.

Episodes

January 2, 2014 29 mins

In the premiere episode of our gripping new series "Throwaways: The Forgotten Strands," we unravel the chilling narrative of the Redhead Murders. The episode embarks on a haunting journey through the depths of one of the most enigmatic serial killing sprees of the 1980s, inviting listeners to join me as I trace the killer's bloodstained path and bring to light the stories of those who fell victim to his wrath.

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In the second episode of "Throwaways: Shadows at the Crossroads," we delve deep into the world of the truck stop hustler, a figure as misunderstood as they are stigmatized. 'Lot Lizards' is the term that has echoed through the trailer parks and late-night rest stops of America — not as a badge of honor, but as a label born out of mockery and perpetuated by stereotypes. These aren't the glamourous scenes from far...

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January 4, 2014 20 mins

In episode three of "Throwaways: Viral Justice," we explore the ripple effect of storytelling and its power to resurrect cold cases from the silence of the archives to the forefront of public attention.

This chapter begins with Shane, whose tenacious research into the forgotten case of the Barbourville Jane Doe ignited a spark of interest across the communities tethered to the Bible Belt's local media. As Shane's na...

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"Throwaways: The Classroom Detectives," the fourth installment of our series, takes a remarkable turn as we step into a classroom where a high school project transcends the confines of conventional education. Forget the simple science fair exhibits of terrariums or the explosive reactions of a Mentos-dropped Coke volcano. This is where academia and real-world investigation collide, thanks to the innovative spirit of Alex Ca...

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January 6, 2014 42 mins

In "Throwaways: The Midnight Escape," the fifth episode of our intense series, we illuminate the harrowing escape of Jane Doe #7, whose story is as chilling as the night air that enveloped her. At the witching hour when most of the world lies asleep, Jane Doe #7's fight for life brought her to the verge of death on the desolate stretch of I-40, near the cold concrete of Junction 58 in Kingston, Tennessee.

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January 7, 2014 24 mins

In the sixth gripping episode of our series, "Throwaways: A Mother's Shadow," we delve into the twisted psyche of Jerry Johns and the dark undercurrents of his murderous spree. Freudian theory posits that the mother-son relationship is complex and often pivotal in psychological development. However, Jerry Johns' story turns this concept on its head with a haunting perversion of familial bonds.

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January 8, 2014 25 mins

"Throwaways: Echoes from the Edge," the seventh episode of our series, presents a raw and empathetic look at the life of the individuals often dismissed as 'lot lizards.' These are not just individuals who have chosen this path out of a myriad of options; instead, their journey to the asphalt corners of truck stops is marked by a constellation of traumas.

In this episode, we delve into the poignant and turbulent back...

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January 9, 2014 21 mins

Episode eight of "Throwaways," titled "Throwaways: Alibi Ironies," uncovers the bewildering case of Jerry Johns and the staggering realization that the ultimate alibi shielded him from suspicion in the Redhead Murders. In a narrative that subverts all expectations, we explore the ironic twist of fate that placed Johns beyond the reach of law enforcement precisely when his alleged crimes were committed.

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January 10, 2014 27 mins

In the powerful season finale, "Throwaways: Crosses of Remembrance," we return to the haunting question that has threaded through our series: How do we honor those who society has too often chosen to forget? This final episode offers a reflective and personal account of one man's quest to provide a semblance of remembrance to the victims of the Redhead Murders.

For years, our host has been driven by the need to acknowled...

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In this special one-off episode we step back in time to unravel one of the oldest and most perplexing missing child cases in American history. This episode delves into the mysterious vanishing of nine-year-old Catherine Winters from New Castle, Indiana, in 1913, a case that has captivated and baffled investigators for over a century.

The episode begins with an overview of the historical context of New Castle in the early 2...
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In a chilling one-off episode of Foul Play: Crime Series, "John Hubbard – The Bones in the Basement," Shane takes listeners on a journey into a dark chapter of Wabash, Indiana's history. The episode unfolds with a startling discovery made in the basement of the Wabash County Historical Museum, where an unassuming box reveals the remains of John Hubbard, a mid-19th-century serial killer.

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Charlie and Mavis McCloud are installing a new septic tank on their rural property in Canada. They found an old septic tank on the property and decided to use it. However, when they opened it, they found a human body inside. The body was wearing a gray wool sock and a brown shoe, and it appeared to be attached to a leg. In 1977, a couple in the small Canadian community of Tofield discovered a body in a septic tank. The body was wra...
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In the case of Alvira Johnson and her seven children, it is unclear whether they were murdered or if they met their untimely end in an accident. Either way, their story is one that should be remembered. Alvira and Albin Johnson married around 1923, against her parents' wishes. Albin was 36 and Alvira was only 19.

Both were born to Swedish immigrants and Albin was described as a typical farmer in the woods. He was stron...
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June 19, 2018 34 mins
Today is Father’s day and two days before my birthday, so I wanted to share with you a special story about a tragedy that happened in my own family. On November 14, 1979, my dad was hit by a drunk driver - after 42 days in a coma he defied the doctors and woke up. My dad, and my family, were never the same again - but the question remains on if some things happen for a reason. If my dad were never in this horrific accident, I never...
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September 17, 2018 51 mins
In our opening episode of Season 2, titled "Sister Cathy: The Silenced Truth," we peel back the layers of one of Baltimore's most haunting mysteries: the unsolved murder of Sister Catherine Cesnik. Did Sister Cathy uncover a horrific web of abuse that led to her untimely death?

As co-hosts Shane Waters and Gemma Hoskins explore new angles and unfurl evidence not seen in the Netflix series "The Keepers,"...
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September 25, 2018 35 mins
Episode two of our investigative series, "Sister Cathy: Schmidt Family Shadows," finds hosts Shane Waters and Gemma Hoskins engaging in a poignant dialogue with Sharon Schmidt.

In an intimate discussion, Sharon opens up about her family's proximity to a chilling nexus of unanswered questions and untimely deaths, with her uncle living just across from Sister Cathy Cesnik when she met her untimely end. As if tor...
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In the third episode of our gripping series, "Sister Cathy: Cindy's Courageous Journey," we are honored to share the harrowing and resilient story of Cindy Lovell.

Once a victim ensnared in a web of systematic abuse, Cindy's tale is a testament to the strength of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity. Cindy recounts her years of torment under Father Joseph Maskell at Archbishop Keough High...
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In our fourth episode, "Sister Cathy: Unearthing Truths with Bob Erlandson," we delve into the labyrinthine tale of corruption, silence, and the quest for justice with veteran investigative reporter Bob Erlandson.

Erlandson, with his seasoned journalist's eye, unpacks the complexities of Sister Cathy Cesnik's unsolved murder and the associated cover-up of rampant abuse within the Baltimore area. His unique...
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In the haunting fifth installment of our series, "Sister Cathy: Donna's Silent Struggle," we confront the chilling silence enforced by abuse. This episode holds a story that breaks the barriers of fear and survives the darkest of threats — Donna Vondenbosch's narrative of survival against a vow of imposed silence.

Once a victim of the manipulative and monstrous Father Joseph Maskell, Donna, now a beacon of ...
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October 24, 2018 66 mins
This crucial sixth episode of our true crime investigation, "Sister Cathy: The Shadow Network," unveils a testimony that may shift the very foundations of this intricate case. Michele Stanton bravely steps forward, bridging gaps in a conspiracy that has long cast a shadow over the death of Sister Cathy.

In a revelatory conversation, Michele connects Edgar Davison to Officer James Scannell, entwining the nefarious w...
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