Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted Vacations

Slaycation: True Crimes, Murders, and Twisted Vacations

Slaycation is a gripping and darkly comedic true crime podcast that delves into the chilling world of murders that take place on vacation. Was it an accident, or murder? Hosted by a true crime enthusiast, her comedy writer husband, and a seasoned TV producer, this unique and hilarious show will have you laughing, gasping and exclaiming 'WTF?' as you go on a twisted journey through the wildest slaycations that will have you canceling your flight. Embark on a chilling yet uproarious adventure with Slaycation, the true crime podcast that fearlessly unravels the darkest corners of vacation destinations. Hosted by the dynamic trio of Jerry Kolber, Adam “Tex” Davis, and Kim Davis, this podcast guarantees an enticing blend of suspense and humor by discussing cases like Shanquella Robinson, The “Kayak Killer”, and more. With a focus on real-life murder stories that occurred in the midst of seemingly delightful vacations, Slaycation navigates through the sinister underbelly of travel, making you question whether your next getaway might be more dangerous than you think. Join the conversation on all sorts of vacation murders and mysterious deaths - including husband-wife murders, fiance’ murders, life insurance plots, kidnappings, and cases that will have you asking, was it an accident or murder? Slaycation goes beyond the typical true crime podcast formula. Delving into infamous cases, the show not only explores individual vacation murders and suspicious deaths but also sheds light on the complexities of couples entangled in crime. From mysterious disappearances to shocking revelations, the hosts bring a fresh perspective to the true crime genre, weaving a narrative that keeps listeners on the edge of their seats while injecting doses of dark humor that make the unimaginable tales oddly entertaining. Slaycation isn't just another true crime podcast; it's a production led by seasoned, Emmy nominated TV producers and a true crime fanatic who ensure a cinematic quality to every episode. The show takes a deep dive into murder stories, meticulously crafted to engage both true crime aficionados and those new to the genre. With the hosts' distinctive blend of expertise and wit, Slaycation transforms the gruesome details of vacation murders into a compelling narrative that is as riveting as it is amusing. Ths hosts also bring a sense of compassion and care to the cases, along with takeaway tips on how to avoid being murdered on your vacation. They answer questions like, “Is Mexico a safe travel destination for Americans?” “Is it safe to travel overseas?” “Should women travel alone?” “How soon after you buy life insurance, should you murder the insured?” With thoughtful information from their research and expertise. If you thought true crime and comedy were an unlikely pairing, Slaycation will prove you wrong, leaving you hooked on its unique and unforgettable exploration of twisted vacations and the shocking crimes that lurk beneath the surface.

Episodes

January 5, 2026 49 mins
Hey Slaycaters, Happy New Year and we’re baaaack!  No more Bloopers or Wrap-ups, it’s time for an actual case of murder or mysterious death/disappearance on vacation — and boy do we have a doozy for you today.  Be warned — this one is quite shocking and is bad news for the entire family…literally.  Without giving anything away, let’s just say Sunday funday of church-lunch-church goes horribly awry for the Harper Family of Bakersfie...
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If you're cruising for a murder mystery filled with twists, turns, and WTFs, you're going to love this episode of Slaycation, where a honeymoon on the Love Boat turns into a deadly Shove Boat. When the bride goes overboard, an autopsy reveals more than just a tragic accident -- but will her husband's wild tale of espionage, Israeli spies, and assassination attempts hold water? Join us for a crazy story of sex, lies and... silverwar...
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December 29, 2025 63 mins
Hey Slaycaters - welcome to our year end wrap-up episode. Part look back, part Q&A, and part interview session (we're joined by two special guests who help make the Slaycating happen!) -- this is a love-letter to the fans. We answer the burning questions you've asked throughout the year, discuss past cases and give a peek behind the curtain to see how the sausage is made... (for better or worse!) Thanks again for another amazing...
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December 22, 2025 57 mins
Happy Holidays Slaycaters. Once again, our "gift" to you is a Blooper Reel you have to hear to believe. Yes, you've gotten small tastes of it at the start of episodes -- but you have no idea what absolute insanity lies in store for you. Thank God for editing is all we can say -- and our editor Kelley, who "miraculously" makes an episode despite all our mistakes Just don't make Kim say that word! Enjoy! XXOO -- The Throuple ...
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December 15, 2025 65 mins
Hey Slaycaters, we are back with a cruel case involving a cruel twist of fate on Tenerife, the largest of the Spanish Canary Islands. Jay Slater, a 19-year old bricklayer from the UK is on holiday with some friends when things go from great, to less great to really, really bad.  Without giving anything away, let’s just say while you might be a party-animal — you don’t want to be walking home through the jungle the next morning. Thi...
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December 12, 2025 30 mins
Hello and welcome to another episode of Throuples Counseling -- where your favorite True Crime Throuple put their 30+ years of friendship and marriage, 21 years of parenting experience, and Kim's background as a Social Worker, to use, dispensing witty and heartfelt advice to our beloved Slaycaters.  You asked the questions -- we offer our unlicensed thoughts and opinions. And we all (hopefully) have fun. Enjoy! Learn more about y...
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December 8, 2025 73 mins
Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the water… you get killed on the boat! Today we’re coming at you with two recent cases that provide two more reasons why you won’t catch this true crime Throuple on a cruise. Like, ever. First, there’s the recent case of 18-year old, Anna Kepner which is still very much a tragic work in progress. And then we dive into another recent case, the strange death of 60- stunt motorcycle...
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Here we go again, Slaycation Fam — back on the Appalachian Trail for a solo hiking adventure...what could possibly go wrong?  Well, if we’re talking about it, then…everything. But here’s an interesting wrinkle — the victim was a 30-year old man.  Scott Lilly, from South Bend Indiana, needed a reset — to clear his mind he decided to challenge himself by hiking hundreds of miles along the Southern route of the Appalachian Trail.  Thi...
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November 27, 2025 22 mins
Hey Slaycaters -- please enjoy the Ghost Story Adam teased in our episode 'Cray Cray at Crater Lake'...  This is a true story. It took place in January, 2000 at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles, CA while Adam was on set filming a movie he wrote for MTV. Believe us when we say, Adam is a skeptic. He makes shows about Science. The last thing he wants is to believe in ghosts! But since this actually happened and he saw what he saw ...
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November 24, 2025 71 mins
Hey Slaycaters, this week we are headed to the Austrian Alps for a cold case that became a hot one once a body was found on the Stubby Glacier.  Duncan MacPherson, a former professional hockey player from Canada, seemingly vanished on the slopes while snowboarding during a fateful vacation trip before staring a new coaching job in Scotland.   But when his body was incredibly found buried in the thawing snow 14 years later — it ope...
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November 17, 2025 64 mins
Hey Slaycaters, welcome to another episode of Slaycation — this time taking place in the awe-inspiring Crater Lake National Park located in the Cascade Mountains of Southern Oregon.   It’s a magical place where people go to connect with nature, hike, camp and feel a sense of spirituality that sometimes veers into the unexplained and paranormal.  Well, something very unexplained and possibly even paranormal took place on October 14...
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Here's a gift for you our wonderful Slaycaters - a full episode of our weekly Subscriber Only series "More Kim". Remember the Elijah Snow case from our "How to Get a 1-Star Review in Cancun" episode? The firefighter found dead at a Mexican resort under suspicious circumstances? We've got a MAJOR update. Thanks to Slaycater Doris in Miami for the tip - nice investigating! Want more "MORE KIM" ? Of course you do. Subscribe...
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November 10, 2025 58 mins
Hey Slaycaters —we are back with another head-scratcher, this time on the beautiful Hawaiian island of Maui -- an amazing place filled with beauty, wonder and mystery.  In this case, a particular mystery involving Khiara Henry, a bright, outgoing, San Diego native who loves to travel. Unfortunately, her July 2019 trip to Maui ended in a way nobody saw coming. Join us as we dig into this strange story that left us baffled and lookin...
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November 3, 2025 59 mins
OMG Slaycaters…  We’ve got a doozy of a case today — definitely not for the faint-hearted. But also — one you’re gonna want to hear because this sh*t gets cray-cray. (Quoting Kim, here.) As always, the less you know the better — but let’s just say a fateful camping trip to Mt. Shasta goes horribly, murderously wrong for poor, sweet, trusting Lora Sinner who thought she was among friends… when in reality she was really among fiends....
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October 27, 2025 62 mins
Hey Slaycaters, meet Lela and Raymond Howard, a sweet elderly couple from Salado, Texas who, against the wishes of concerned family members, decide to drive themselves to a nearby festival, 15 miles away. They never made it — in part because Lela was driving in the complete opposite direction. n fact, a cop pulled them over for driving with their headlights off in Arkansas, about 500 miles away. Meanwhile, back home panicked frie...
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October 20, 2025 64 mins
Hey Slaycaters, get ready for another dose of WTF? — this time courtesy of the Indonesian authorities handling (or rather mishandling) of a mysterious death at a luxury villa in Bali.   When 23-year old, Australian Byron Haddow was found floating face down in a plunge pool after a night out with friends — you’d think there would be a major investigation involving the police; including witness statements; cordoning off the crime sc...
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October 13, 2025 49 mins
Oof… This case. Too soon. Too sad. Too much WTF…  And yet, here we are. There truly is no way to sugarcoat what happened to 9-year old Melina Frattolin, who was visiting her father, Luciano, the owner of a supposedly successful coffee business.   But like most things in this case — there’s the truth and there’s the story that Luciano tells.  And that story includes a tale of a white van pulling up to where Luciano and Melina were ...
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October 6, 2025 69 mins
Hey Slaycaters (and music fans) we’re taking you back to 1973 and the Summer Jam concert in Watkins Glen, New York.  The headliners were The Grateful Dead, The Allman Brothers and The Band and over 600,000 people showed up to the Watkins Glen Grand Prix Raceway.   Among the concert-goers were 16 year old Michael Weiser and 15 year old Bonnie Bickwit, two very smart and loving kids from Brooklyn, NY.  Without a car, the pair decide...
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October 3, 2025 19 mins
Hello and welcome to another episode of Throuples Counseling -- where your favorite True Crime Throuple put their 30+ years of friendship and marriage, 21 years of parenting experience, and Kim's background as a Social Worker, to use, dispensing witty and heartfelt advice to our beloved Slaycaters.  You asked the questions -- we offer our unlicensed thoughts and opinions. And we all (hopefully) have fun. Enjoy! Learn more about y...
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September 29, 2025 57 mins
OK Slaycaters, this episode starts with us taking a deep breath…something you’re going to want to do multiple times throughout this episode as we tell the equal parts horrifying, mystifying and frustrating case of Elliot Blair and Kim Blair-Williams — two young, public defenders spending their first wedding anniversary in Mexico.   Without giving away any details, let’s just say in a town known for Police corruption, while staying...
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