Part 2! This week, we are diving into a personal favorite case: the story of Dorothea Puente! This murderous granny lived a wild life before turning her petty crimes up many notches, all the way to serial murder. From humble beginnings in Redlands, CA, all the way to dancing with the Governor and rubbing elbows with California's politically elite, and all the way back down to life in a jail cell, Dorothea Puente's life was anything but boring. It was also immensely evil, tragic, and just plain s...
Feb 07, 2025•50 min
This week, we are diving into a personal favorite case: the story of Dorothea Puente! This murderous granny lived a wild life before turning her petty crimes up many notches, all the way to serial murder. From humble beginnings in Redlands, CA, all the way to dancing with the Governor and rubbing elbows with California's politically elite, and all the way back down to life in a jail cell, Dorothea Puente's life was anything but boring. It was also immensely evil, tragic, and just plain sad, and ...
Feb 06, 2025•43 min
This week, we look at what can only be described as a devastating case, truly one of the worst out there - The Toolbox Killer. This case again takes place in the 1970's, when multiple young girls were abducted, tortured, sexually assaulted, and killed by two trash bag humans named Larry Bittaker and Roy Norris. These two dirt bags met in prison in a jewerly making class and became fast friends while plotting to terrorize young women and girls when they were released, which happened way too quick...
Jan 30, 2025•1 hr 13 min
This week, we go back to the 70's for another infamous crime: The Barbecue Murders! This is a classic tale of parricide, but the details muddy the waters a bit when thinking about who is really at fault, and who is really a victim. Sixteen year old Marlene Olive, adopted at birth and never allowed to forget it, doesn't know love, only control. Her boyfriend, Chuck, doesn't think he's deserving of love and does whatever he can to continually earn Marlene's affection, including plotting to kill he...
Jan 23, 2025•52 min
This week we are covering a lesser known, but still horrific (and also very interesting) case: the murder of Debbie Dorian. Debbie Dorian was a smart, driven 22 year old college student at Fresno State when her life was cut short by an unidentified attacker. Despite police taking immediate action, her case went cold. Just a few years later, a string of sexual assaults began taking place in a nearby town, and when police submitted DNA from one of these attacks to their database, they came up with...
Jan 16, 2025•36 min
This week we take a look at one of the most infamous, horrifying cases in California history: the abduction and murder of Polly Klaas. This story takes place in 1993, when 12 year old Polly is stolen out of her own bedroom during a sleep over with two friends, while her mother and sister slept in the other room. The boldness of the abduction, along with the inability to find a single suspect for more than two months, made this case one of the most terrifying and captivating of its time. The enti...
Jan 09, 2025•54 min
Please check out Cindy's new podcast, True Crime California ! This week finishes the horrifying saga of Bill Bonin, otherwise known as the Freeway Killer, who killed at least 21 young men and boys between 1979 and 1980. In the second half of this case, we hear more horrifying details about his final murders, as well as how he and his accomplices were eventually caught, put on trial, and, in some cases, suffered fates similar to those of their victims. Tune in to hear the terrible conclusion to t...
Jan 02, 2025•42 min
Please join us on our new podcast page, True Crime California. These episodes will only post here for a short while longer! This week, Cindy is doing a deep dive on the absolutely horrible, despicable serial killer, William "Bill" Bonin. This trash bag human assaulted or murdered upwards of 50 boys and young men, and had no signs of stopping when he was finally caught in the summer of 1981. Beyond the horrificness of his murders, this case really highlights the problems within the justice system...
Dec 26, 2024•50 min
Twisted Listers Presents: True Crime California! True Crime California is a podcast about crimes that take place in, you guessed it - the great Golden State of California. Brought to you by Cindy, a former host of Twisted Listers Podcast, these stories will cover everything from well known crimes we've all heard about, to more obscure stories that need to be told. Join in weekly for new cases, with occasional multi-episode arcs for the bigger cases out there, with mini episodes coming soon too! ...
Dec 22, 2024•30 sec
To listen to these episodes a week early, check us out at True Crime California (Cindy's new podcast)! This week we take a look at yet another murder from the 1980's, this time from 1986 in San Diego County. This story is about the tragic murder of 20 year old Cara Knott, a bright young woman with her whole life ahead of her until she meets an unlikely killer while driving home one night. The case takes many twists and turns in the short time it is investigated, and the first trial for her kille...
Dec 18, 2024•35 min
Take two on this case! This week, Cindy is looking at a previously cold case that was finally solved over 30 years after a young couple was abducted from Davis, CA, while on their way to a surprise party. As some of you may know, Davis is Cindy's home town, so this case is very near and dear to her, as it was to many people who grew up there, including a journalist named Joel Davis, who became so interested in the case he actually helped get it reopened, and finally solved. Follow along with all...
Dec 08, 2024•57 min
This will be the last True Crime California Podcast we post here, so please be sure to follow the new podcast anywhere you listen! This week, we take a look at the very well known and horrifying case of the Wonderland Murders. This case involves a slew of then-well-known names, including one John Holmes, otherwise known as Johnny Wadd, a famous (or infamous) adult film star and all around trash bag human being. From humble beginnings to incredible fame to a drug induced fall from grace, this man...
Nov 28, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Hey there Twisted Listeners! While Diva and Cindy take a break from the rigorous schedule that was Twisted Listers, CIndy has decided to strike out on her own and start a true crime podcast all about crime in her beautiful home state of California! We're posting her first epsiode here, and you can find her upcoming episodes by searching True Crime California, or following the link below! Give her a like and a follow, and get ready for some fun deep dives into the heinous crimes of the Golden Sta...
Nov 22, 2024•32 min
We're coming at your this week with another old list/new list! We've done murdered on vacation stories before, but it's such a good topic, we figured we should do it again (also, 'tis the season!) These cases are frustrating and weird, and of course very, veyr sad. But they are also a warning to be careful while vacationing, especially if doing so alone! Be sure to have the time of your life, emphasis on the life! Cases Covered: 1. Alice Gruppioni 2. Chynna Deese and Lucas Fowler (Bryer Schmegel...
Jul 08, 2024•43 min•Ep. 315
This week, we are turning once again to the wild world of the romantic, and looking at first dates that went horribly horribly wrong. It’s very dangerous, it seems, to be a person trying to date! These tales of horror from the dating world include a suspicious accident on the freeway, two dates who were terrifyingly uncaring, and a date that would be the chilling end for a young tourist. Be careful in your next forays in the dating world, twisted listeners - you never know who may be out there! ...
Jun 13, 2024•44 min•Ep. 314
We're back this week with a classic topic, and one we've covered before. Sadlly, there are so many cases under this topic that we decided to cover it again - and we'll likely do it again sometime! These are cases of people murdered (or, as you'll see, murdered?) On a first date. These tales are mostly of sucky dudes behaving as such, and the horrific things that happen as a result. One case will leave you scratching your head wondering if the courts got it right (a common question) while the oth...
Jun 08, 2024•42 min•Ep. 313
Part 2 of this horrific list now posted! And the stories here aren't any better. We have one tale of a completely senseless murder where the alleged killer wears the victim's clothes, and another that turned into a national story, with politically charged opinions and actions from all sides of the government. Cases Covered: 1. Laken Riley 2. Kirsten Kluyts Check out our website! www.twistedlisterspod.com Join us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/twistedlisters Follow us on Instagram: @twistedlisterspc...
Jun 01, 2024•42 min•Ep. 312
As many of you know, Diva is staunchly against any sort of outdoor activity, and will take any chance she can find to explain to you why it's a terrible idea. As such, she has chosen the horrible topic of people who were murdered while jogging! This list serves as both a cautionary tale for all fitness enthusiasts, as well as a commentary on the sad state of the world when people, and women especially, can't even enjoy being outdoors without fear of harm. It's a terrible reality, but definitely ...
May 29, 2024•46 min•Ep. 311
We’re back in the swing of things, twisted listeners, and for our first episode after the break, we’re taking you to southeastern Pennsylvania. These cases from Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs are really wild, so buckle up for a wild ride full of gruesome twists and turns. Featuring an atrocity of police brutality turned museum display, a wannabe cult leader with Earth Day pretensions, a lesser known serial killer, and a disgusting incel bitch who murdered his ex-GF. So get cozy, grab a...
May 23, 2024•53 min•Ep. 310
Patient listeners, we're back! So sorry for the unexpected absence, but as a famous 80's character said, life moves pretty fast, and for us, that meant taking a podcast break. But now, we are back and better than ever, with some truly messed up tales of murder in South Eastern Pennsylvania. This is a listener request, and with good reason! These cases are all doozies! Cindy always wanted to do murder of Pennsylvania, as there seem to be SO many, and boy are there! From serial killers to stalker ...
May 20, 2024•44 min•Ep. 308
Formerly Patreon only episode now live! This story is about Patrick Drum, a man who had had enough of the fuckery in his town, and decided to take matters into his own hands.It's a pretty straightforward tale, not a ton of twists and turns - just a little bite sized story to keep you held over until our next list pops up when Diva is back!
May 03, 2024•31 min•Ep. 307
This week, we travel to one of Cindy’s favorite places: New York City! Join us as we regale you with some of the gnarliest annals of the infamous city’s true crime history, featuring a ton of NYPD fuckery, the life and death of a hip hop legend, and a serial killer who preyed on the city’s queer community. However you feel about the Big Apple, you won’t want to miss these harrowing cases from the city’s hard streets. Cases Covered: 1. Christina Yuna Lee 2. Jam Master Jay Check out our website! w...
Apr 28, 2024•49 min•Ep. 306
This week, we're traveling to the Big Apple to talk about murders that happened in New York! We're looking at the city this time, and not the state, but we still have more than our fair share of cases to choose from, and they are all doozies! From famous murders to serial killers, this list runs the gamut, and then some! So tune in and enjoy, and even if you live or visit the amazing city that is NY, do your very best to stay off of this list! Cases Covered: 1. Richard Rogers 2. Romona Moore Che...
Apr 24, 2024•54 min•Ep. 305
This week, we’re turning to a subject relatable to anyone who regularly braves our roads and highways - road rage murders! Although these murders (seemingly) originated in petty vehicular disputes, their consequences are deadly serious. Featuring a sword-wielding assailant that’s too fun to make fun of, a cold-blooded killer who thought he was James Bond, and a supremely annoying cop-loving killer who - shocker - got violent when he supposedly felt threatened. Be careful next time you explode wi...
Apr 19, 2024•43 min•Ep. 304
This week we're covering a listener request, and we couldn't be happier about it! This very interesting topic is road rage killings, and boy are there some crazy ones out there! We will travel all over the good ol' US to find the most depraved, weird, and idiotic cases possible. Also, as an aside, Cindy accidentally deleted the first of these two episodes, so these will be relased backwards as we will need to re-record part one! So enjoy, and get ready for more coming soon! Cases Covered: 1. Mar...
Apr 16, 2024•53 min•Ep. 303
This week, we turn to the fascinating and frustrating topic of false confessions. It’s hard to imagine confessing to a murder you didn’t commit, and incredibly infuriating to follow how corrupt investigators build entire cases based on these shaky statements. Featuring a case that rocked the peaceful island nation of Iceland, an unassuming deckhand who fell under suspicion, and a teen unfairly suspected of his own mother’s murder. Join us as we rage at the unjust systems and corrupt cops that le...
Apr 08, 2024•42 min•Ep. 302
This week, dear listeners, we're diving into a topic that is the epitome of pathetic - killers who can't even murder in an original way. That's right, these horrible humans are not only totally evil, they are also completely uncreative and have to steal the murderous MO's of other killers, riding their horrific coattails into infamy. The only redeeming part of these cases is the fact that most of these murderers are also far less successful in their attempts to kill, proving that not only are th...
Apr 05, 2024•49 min•Ep. 301
This week, we turn to the fascinating and frustrating topic of false confessions. It’s hard to imagine confessing to a murder you didn’t commit, and incredibly infuriating to follow how corrupt investigators build entire cases based on these shaky statements. Featuring a case that rocked the peaceful island nation of Iceland, an unassuming deckhand who fell under suspicion, and a teen unfairly suspected of his own mother’s murder. Join us as we rage at the unjust systems and corrupt cops that le...
Mar 30, 2024•47 min•Ep. 300
This week, Twisted Listeners, we take a look at a few infuriating cases of false confessions. Of all the topics we've covered, few have had so many stories to choose from, which was both fun for research, and upsetting to know so many people got to prison for no reason at all, sometimes for their entire lives. These cases range from vindicating to infuriating, with a little bit of everything in between as well. So tune in and enjoy... as best you can! Cases Covered: 1. The Guðmundur and Geirfinn...
Mar 28, 2024•52 min•Ep. 299
This week, we turn to a group of very shitty people who thought their beliefs were worthy of being immortalized in the form of a manifesto. Featuring a man with a vendetta against the LAPD, a notorious serial killer who left a very dweeby last message, and a killer couple who mistakenly thought they were the real-life Joker and Harley Quinn. Join us as we make fun of the ridiculous thoughts that these killers felt were important to include in their horribly dumb publications, which have us yelli...
Mar 17, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 298
