The Lethal Library

Join hosts Dani and Stephanie on The Lethal Library as they dive into the intricate true crime tales of Marilyn Hickey and Cheryle Barratt. These chilling cases, spanning Washington and Idaho, remained unsolved for decades until advancements in DNA technology and the perseverance of investigators brought justice. Listen in as the story unfolds—complete with false leads, wrongful accusations, and the ultimate breakthrough that conne...

Dani and Stephanie dive into another wild true crime tale straight out of Boise, Idaho. In this episode, they talk about the troubling and grisly murder of Preston Murr in the summer of 1987. Dubbed the 'Chop Chop House,' this case is notorious for its disturbing details: dispatch blunders, dismembered remains, and a convicted killer who somehow became a foster dad. Listeners will learn about a failed police response, a h...

Welcome to another gripping episode of The Lethal Library. Dani and Stephanie dive into the heartbreaking true crime case of 8-year-old Robert Manuel, who mysteriously disappeared from a Boise apartment complex on July 9th, 2009. In one of Idaho's largest search efforts, the community rallied together, only to uncover a darker story of abuse, negligence, and systemic failures. Despite the desperate quest to find Robert alive, ...

In this episode of The Lethal Library, Dani and Stephanie delve into the chilling case of John Delling. What starts as typical teenage misbehavior escalates into a paranoia-driven murder spree. From breaking windows and issuing threats to committing multiple murders, Delling's journey is a dark reminder of the dire consequences of untreated mental illness. The hosts provide their signature blend of dark humor and insightful co...

Join hosts Dani and Stephanie as they unravel the chaotic criminal history of Edward Palmer, Idaho’s most persistent bad penny. From parole board failures to double murders, this episode dives deep into the dark and twisted tale of how Palmer slipped through the cracks. Expect a mix of true crime storytelling, sarcasm, and a healthy dose of disbelief as our hosts explore how a man convicted of a brutal 1977 murder ended up back on ...

In this episode of The Lethal Library, hosts Dani and Stephanie uncover the haunting 1988 murder of Kay Vanderford in Boise, Idaho. What starts as a seemingly normal day at a quaint gift shop spirals into chaos as Kay is fatally stabbed. The investigation features eerie sightings, a sketchy suspect, and bizarre inmate testimonies claiming confessions from the accused, Zane Jack Fields. Listeners are taken through a maze of legal dr...

Dani and Stephanie serve up another unsettling episode, this week about the grim and twisted story of Alofa Time, a man whose approach to relationship problems led to hideous violence and tragic accidents. From strangling and decapitating his estranged wife Theresa to causing a fatal car crash while under the influence, Alofa's actions are recounted with the blend of true crime intrigue and commentary you're here for. Joi...

Join Dani and Stephanie of the Lethal Library as they unravel the chaotic tale of Barryngton Eugene Searcy in their latest episode. Set in small-town Ashton, Idaho, this true crime story features a grocery store murder, a weapon-finding adventure, and a killer's laughable cocaine defense. Dive into a series of legal blunders, failed alibis, and a judge who just can't seem to follow protocol. Get ready for an episode of sa...

Welcome back to the Lethal Library, friends! This week, Dani and Stephanie unravel a true crime story from Idaho that's both shocking and unbelievably dumb. On May 9th, 2007, hikers near Boise stumble upon a gruesome scene that leads to an intense investigation. As detectives dig deeper, they uncover a tangled web involving meth, a baseball bat, and staggeringly poor life choices. With two women at the center of this twisted t...

Welcome back to the Lethal Library! Dani and Stephanie dive deep into the murky waters of Idaho's true crime scene with a story packed with exotic dancers, paranoia, and more prison escapes than you'd believe possible. Follow the chilling case of Stan Trineer, a man with a knack for making enemies and a rap sheet longer than a CVS receipt. After disappearing in October 1989, Stan's frozen body was found a few months ...

Welcome back to The Lethal Library! In this episode, Dani and Stephanie tackle the haunting case of Zacharia Street's 2003 murder in Idaho. Discover how three not-so-bright criminals—Jason Ryan McDermott, Rob Roy Wall Jr., and a teenage accomplice—botched an execution-style killing and delivered some ridiculous courtroom defenses. Expect our usual mix of sarcastic humor and jaw-dropping moments, plus a bizarre twist involving ...

Come along as Dani and Stephanie unravel the twisted tale of Sarah Johnson, a 16-year-old Idaho girl who brutally murdered her parents, Alan and Diane Johnson, in their upscale home. Known for her bratty attitude, Sarah's crime left a trail of evidence, from DNA on gloves to blood-spattered bathrobes. The podcast delves into the gripping investigation, messy courtroom drama, and bizarre defense strategies. With testimonies fro...

In this episode of The Lethal Library, hosts Dani and Stephanie go over a chilling and somewhat absurd case from Idaho in 1991. Timothy Dunlap, a man whose fashion sense (fedora and trench coat combo) is as questionable as his life choices, embarks on a criminal spree that leaves a young bank teller and his own girlfriend dead. We unravel how Dunlap's claimed desperation and hunger led to his heinous actions, how he bafflingly...

In this episode of The Lethal Library, hosts Stephanie and Dani dive into a true crime tale from Idaho's early 20th century archives. They explore the sensational and tragic story of Frederick Seward and Clara O'Neill. Frederick, lovesick and desperate, ends up committing a heinous crime in 1908 Moscow, Idaho. The duo brings to light all the gritty details from the time, including the shockingly direct headlines and verna...

Welcome back to another wild ride with The Lethal Library! Stephanie and Dani dive into the bonkers case of JD Charboneau and Marilyn Arbaugh. This episode features everything from frying pans to crossbows. We track Charboneau's journey, Marilyn's shocking death, courtroom drama, and endless appeals. It's a whirlwind of relationships gone terribly wrong, shady lawyers, and even some spirit communication. And let&apos...

In this episode, hosts Stephanie and Dani recount the disturbing true crime tale of Randy McKinney and Dovey Small. The couple's road trip from Arizona to Idaho in 1981 leads to a senseless murder fueled by drugs, desperation, and delusions of grandeur. Intended to be a quick stop in Malad, Idaho, to visit Small's sisters, the trip escalates into a plot to rob and kill their helpful friend Robert Bishop Jr. The aftermath ...

In this episode of The Lethal Library, hosts Stephanie and Dani dive into two shorter but very disturbing true crime stories straight out of Idaho. First up, they unravel the tragic case of Bob and Idella Young, an elderly Nampa couple brutally murdered on Christmas Day 2003. The duo then explore another crime in a similar vein: the 1996 double homicide of another elderly couple, William Duke and Dalma Furman Bull, in Downey, Idaho...

In this episode of The Lethal Library, hosts Stephanie and Dani dive into the convoluted case of Dale Shackelford. Beginning with a devastating fire that claimed the lives of Donna Fontaine and Fred Palahniuk, they explore how this tragic event unveiled a complex web of criminal activity. Follow along as they recount Shackelford's manipulative tactics, a press conference confession, and a trial filled with shocking testimonies...

In this episode of The Lethal Library, Stephanie and Dani unpack the baffling true crime case of Christine Lott, a mother who vanished from Priest River, Idaho. The discussion spans the initial investigation, dubious actions by her husband Steve Lott, and the tragic discovery of Christine's remains over a decade later. Blending serious insights with dark humor, they highlight Steve's questionable alibis, family revelation...