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

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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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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September 22, 2025 59 mins
Hey Slaycaters, welcome to what might be the most insane case we’ve ever covered on this show. Which is really saying a lot. Not only does this case take place literally in our backyard of the East Village of New York City, at a time (late 80’s/early 90’s) when all three of us were in and around the area — but what actually transpired is beyond the scope of any nightmare you could imagine. The less you know the better — but let’...
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September 15, 2025 66 mins
Hey Slaycaters, congratulations!  You’ve just won the Jamaican lottery! All you need to do to receive your winnings is pay a small fee (to cover customs charges and shipping costs). Never mind that you never entered the Jamaican lottery — you won!   Here is the untraceable way for you to send the fee…  Now obviously you’re way too smart to ever fall for a scam like this — but believe it or not, hundreds of people do…including  Hei...
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September 11, 2025 22 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 8, 2025 68 mins
Hey Slaycaters, we’re back with another shocking, mysterious death in Mexico — this time, beloved actress Carol Wayne, most known for playing the ‘Matinee Lady’ in sketches with Johnny Carson. Without giving too much away, let’s just say a fight with her travel companion in Manzanillo, Mexico led to Carol storming off.  The next time she was seen — she’d be on the news, not The Tonight Show.  This case, from 1985, is chock full of...
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September 1, 2025 70 mins
Hey Slaycation Nation, we’re back with one of the most baffling recent cases in the Las Vegas area… which is saying a lot!  Without giving too much away — let’s just say that 30-year-old, Utah man, Steven Koecher drove his car into one of the most desirable retirement communities in Nevada, parked in a cup-de-sac and simply walked away.   From there, things get truly strange. Lots of twists, turns and coincidences ensue — each onl...
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August 28, 2025 24 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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August 25, 2025 71 mins
OK Slaycaters, strap in for another case of paradise lost.  In May of 2000, New York-based travel writers Claudia Kirschhoch and Tania Grossinger found themselves stranded in Negril, Jamaica when their business trip to Havana Cuba was suddenly canceled. However, 29-year old Claudia had just landed her dream job writing for Frommer’s Travel Guides and decided to make the most of her situation.   While Tania booked a flight home — C...
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August 18, 2025 67 mins
Hey Slaycaters, here we go again…  Another case that will have you scratching your heads and saying, “WTF???” On July 8th, 2014, Lars Mittank entered the airport in Varna, Bulgaria.   It had already been an interesting vacation on the coast of the Black Sea that included a fight with locals in which Lars had sustained injuries preventing him from flying home with his pals.   Now medically cleared to fly, Lars arrived at the Varna...
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August 11, 2025 59 mins
Hey Slaycaters, today’s episode takes us out to the Alaska Highway for a cross-country case that will have you once again questioning humanity.  Lucas Fowler, 23, and Chynna Deese, 24 were two avid RV’ers and hikers making their way through British Columbia, Canada on the way to Alaska.  Let’s just say they never made it.   We’ll save the details for the episode but the words ‘senseless murder spree’ can definitely be applied here...
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August 4, 2025 65 mins
Hey Slaycaters, today’s episode takes place in the ocean, literally. Yes. In. The. Ocean. It’s the horrific tale of Tom Lonergan and Eileen Cassidy, a young couple of avid scuba divers excited to explore the Coral Sea off Australia’s Northeast Coast.   What happens to them is the stuff of a horror movie, literally. The movie Open Water is based on this case (but it could have been called ‘Dude, Where’s My Boat?’) It’s also an ex...
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July 31, 2025 27 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! Thanks for list...
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July 28, 2025 65 mins
Hey Slaycaters, we’re back with a truly bizarre and baffling case that’s as much a mystery of the mind as it is the body. Join us as we dive into the story of 32 year-old school teacher, Hannah Upp who was visiting St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands when she up and vanished during a trip to the beach. However, what makes this case even stranger is that this isn’t the first time Hannah’s gone missing. Thanks to a condition called...
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Free bonus! Hey there Slaycaters. Every week our subscribers get ad-free listening + a bonus episode "More Kim" where Kim shares thoughts, insights, and information about something on her mind. They're awesome! We decided to share this weeks More Kim with everyone, subscriber or not, as a special bonus - especially since this one contains some great tips for ocean safety this summer. And it's even ad-free! This week on More K...
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July 21, 2025 65 mins
OK Slaycaters, we’re back with Part 2 of the case of Nathan Carman — and the fishing trip that led to the disappearance and probable death of his mother Linda.  Was it an accident as Nathan claimed, or a sinister plot to get rid of her in order to inherit Linda’s fortune?   Adding to the intrigue is the family’s history which includes fantastic wealth, power, loyalty, betrayal and…another murder!  You won’t believe where this case...
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July 18, 2025 16 mins
Hello and welcome to our first attempt at 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 ask the questions -- we offer our unlicensed thoughts and opinions. And we all (hopefully) have fun. Thanks for listening!  Lear...
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July 14, 2025 59 mins
Hey Slaycaters, we’ve got another wild ride for you — this time on the high seas — as we take on the case of Nathan Carman and his mother Linda. When this duo decided to go on a mother-son bonding fishing trip — it turned into a classic case of two go out, one comes back. The strange details, implausible explanations and inconsistencies will leave you shocked and awed. But that’s only part of the story. As we dig into the Carma...
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