Foul Play: Crime Series

Foul Play: Crime Series

Welcome to Foul Play: Crime Series, 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

June 26, 2025 21 mins
In the 18th century paradise of Jamaica, Lewis Hutchinson, an immigrant from Scotland, became the island's first documented serial killer.Known as the Mad Master of Edinburgh Castle, Hutchinson's strategic property in Saint Ann Parish became a deathtrap for wealthy travellers. He would invite them into his home or shoot them from his gunports, dispose of their bodies in underground chambers, and proudly display their possessions.Hi...
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Beneath the chandeliers of Louis XIV’s Versailles, whispers of love and ambition turned lethal. Episode 2 of Serial Killers in History chronicles Catherine Monvoisin—La Voisin—the fortune-teller whose poison ring ensnared France’s elite and sparked the explosive Affair of the Poisons.In this episode:
  • How a Parisian herbalist built a criminal empire of black masses and murder-for-hire
  • The secret pact with Madame de Montespan, the ...
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Poison seeped through the marble corridors of ancient Rome—and one woman mixed every drop. In the Season 36 opener of Serial Killers in History, we track Locusta of Gaul, the herbalist-turned-assassin who helped Emperor Nero carve a blood-stained path to power.What you’ll hear:
  • How a captive chemist became the world’s first documented serial killer
  • Deadly dinners: the mushroom that felled Emperor Claudius and the draught that doo...
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April 9, 2025 23 mins
In the final episode of our series on Charles and Jennifer Chia, we examine the known evidence and unanswered questions that continue to surround their tragic case. With insight from retired detectives Allan Fox and Ron Dreher, we revisit the timeline, key suspects, and overlooked details from the original 1989 investigation. From a mysterious ransom call to a suspicious shovel found near the burial site, every piece of information...
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March 9, 2025 25 mins
In this third installment of our series on Charles and Jennifer Chia, we delve into the discovery of their remains nine months after they vanished on October 18, 1989. Retired Detective Allan Fox and Retired Detective Ron Dreher share their firsthand experiences of this tragic case, describing the remote location where the children’s bodies were found and discussing the investigative steps that followed. We also explore how the aut...
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    February 22, 2025 21 mins
    In this episode, we continue our investigation into the heartbreaking case of Charles and Jennifer Chia, two young children who vanished in 1989. Retired Detectives Allan Fox and Ron Dreher help piece together the circumstances surrounding their disappearance, shedding light on key locations and witness accounts. As Shane retraces their last known steps, questions arise about how and when they went missing—did they board the school...
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    February 5, 2025 22 mins
    In this episode of Foul Play, we delve into the heartbreaking and chilling unsolved case of the Chia children from Reno, Nevada. On October 18, 1989, Charles, 8, and his younger sister Jennifer, 6, vanished after a seemingly ordinary day, only for their tragic fate to unfold amid the media frenzy following a devastating earthquake. With firsthand accounts from retired detectives and a detailed look at the events surrounding their d...
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    February 3, 2025 79 mins
    In this episode of Foul Play, Shane and Gemma are joined by Mike, an expert in detecting deception through body language, as they dive deep into the perplexing case of Sister Cathy. The trio scrutinizes the most promising suspects and unpacks intriguing visuals from The Keepers, shedding new light on evidence that has long baffled investigators. Combining detailed analysis with engaging discussion, they explore the nuances of witne...
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    In the final episode of Foul Play: Casey Anthony - Truth or Lies, we unravel the shocking verdict delivered after Casey Anthony's high-profile trial. The jury's decision to acquit Casey of murder, manslaughter, and child neglect leaves lingering questions about what truly happened to Caylee Anthony. Rob Dick shares his firsthand insights, highlighting the prosecution's challenges and the troubling details that suggest Casey’s poten...
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    In this episode of Foul Play: Casey Anthony - Truth or Lies, we delve deeper into the six-week trial that captivated the nation. Witness testimony reveals insights from Casey's friends, housemates, and her mother, Cindy, painting a chilling portrait of events leading up to Caylee's disappearance. Emotional moments in court highlight Cindy Anthony’s distress and Casey’s unsettling jailhouse demeanor. With 116 witnesses and 400 piece...
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    In this episode, we jump to May 24, 2011—the opening day of Casey Anthony’s trial—and hear the prosecution and defense lay out two very different narratives about Caylee’s fate. We explore Rob Dick’s firsthand recollections, including his time living with Casey and her family while she was out on bail. The episode also features key trial audio clips, giving insight into the shifting accusations and tense courtroom exchanges. Join u...
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    In this gripping episode of Casey Anthony: Truth or Lies, we delve into the harrowing discovery of Caylee Anthony's remains and the subsequent fallout. From the persistence of Ron Kronk, the utility worker who first raised alarms, to the controversial courtroom interrogations he faced, we explore the pivotal moments that shifted the case. Hear about the shocking details of the autopsy report, the unsettling involvement of individua...
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    In this episode of Foul Play, Shane and Gemma pick up where they left off, completing the intricate timeline of events surrounding the disappearance and murder of Sister Cathy Cesnik. They shed light on pivotal moments, uncover new connections, and discuss the lingering questions that continue to haunt this decades-old case. Listeners will also hear thoughtful responses to more submitted questions, as Shane and Gemma explore fresh ...
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    In this episode of Casey Anthony: Truth or Lies, we explore the growing chaos surrounding Casey Anthony while she was out on bond. Rob Dick shares how tensions peaked during a live broadcast outside the Anthony home, where protestors and media created a volatile spectacle. Texas EquuSearch's arrival and Casey’s hostile refusal to cooperate only deepened suspicions about her involvement in Caylee’s disappearance. After Casey’s secon...
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    In this episode of Foul Play, Shane and Gemma discuss the significant developments and unanswered questions surrounding the disappearance and murder of Sister Cathy Cesnik. They outline a detailed timeline leading up to and following her disappearance, touching on key events and interactions with people close to her. The episode also delves into the potential involvement of certain individuals, the investigative efforts by the poli...
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    In Episode 5 of Casey Anthony: Truth or Lies, titled “What’s for Dinner?”, Casey’s behavior after being released on bond paints a chilling picture. Her first moments back home with her grieving parents show no signs of a mother searching for her missing child—her priorities seem unsettlingly trivial, focused on dinner plans and appearances. Rob Dick and Leonard Padilla, tasked with ensuring her safety, quickly observe her lack of c...
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    In Episode 4 of Casey Anthony: Truth or Lies, we delve into the tense period following Casey's arrest, as the investigation intensifies. With Caylee still missing, detectives rely on clues from Casey’s Pontiac Sunfire and explore leads from coast-to-coast sightings, but none bear fruit. The introduction of cadaver dogs adds a haunting layer as they detect signs of human decomposition, both in Casey’s trunk and the Anthony family’s ...
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    In Episode 3 of Casey Anthony – Truth or Lies, we explore the events leading up to Cindy Anthony's frantic 911 calls on the evening of July 15, 2008. Cindy, concerned after not seeing her granddaughter Caylee for 31 days, reaches a breaking point. In this episode, we delve into the escalation of tension as Cindy confronts her daughter Casey, demanding answers about Caylee's whereabouts. The 911 calls reveal Cindy's growing panic, C...
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    In Episode 2 of our Casey Anthony series, "Playing Games," we dive deeper into the troubling timeline following the last sighting of little Caylee Anthony. Casey’s behavior during these critical days raises unsettling questions as we hear from Tony Lazarro, who recounts how Casey spent time with him, seemingly carefree, while Caylee was missing. From borrowing a neighbor’s shovel to attending a "hot body contest," Casey’s actions p...
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    Welcome to the new season of Foul Play—Casey Anthony: Truth or Lies. In this first episode, titled "Where is Caylee," we begin unraveling the tragic and infamous case of Caylee Anthony's disappearance. Caylee, a bright and beautiful 3-year-old girl, was last seen in June 2008. Her mother, Casey Anthony, soon became the prime suspect in a case that captivated the nation. In this episode, we’ll lay out the timeline leading up to Cayl...
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