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The Casual Criminalist

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True crime... casually done. Fact boy gives you new episodes on Mondays and Fridays. Also available on YouTube!
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Episodes

The Greenbrier Ghost: The Woman Who Solved Her Own Murder

A ghostly wife returns from the grave to accuse her husband of murder—sparking the only U.S. case where a spirit helped convict a killer. Was justice served… or conjured? Sponsors:Shopify: ⁠shopify.com/casual⁠ - start your $1 per month trial periodRocket Money: Download the Rocket Money app today and tell them you heard about them from my show! (Note: Although the introduction may suggest otherwise, this is an episode of The Casual Criminalist, not Decoding the Unknown) Learn more about your ad ...

Jun 28, 20251 hr 23 min

Introducing: Almost Interesting by Simon Whistler

Welcome to Almost Interesting, the podcast designed to be just interesting enough - but not too interesting, obviously. In each episode, I'll dive gently and aimlessly into topics that are, frankly, not exactly gripping - but perfect for drifting off, relaxing, or just having some pleasant background noise. Think of it like those stories your slightly boring friend tells, but without the social obligation to pretend you're listening. Listen now on ⁠Apple⁠, ⁠Spotify⁠, or wherever you get your pod...

Jun 26, 20253 min

The 5 Weirdest Murders That Have NEVER Been Explained...

Five gruesome cases, zero answers. From fitness instructor Missy Bevers to CIA whispers and missing hands—these baffling, unsolved murders defy logic, justice, and belief. Dive into the weirdest true crime ever. Sponsor: shopify.com/casual⁠⁠ - start your $1 per month trial period Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 21, 20253 hr 3 min

Flashback to The Westfield Watcher

In this flashback episode, Simon discusses the unsettling case of the Westfield Watcher, where a family's move into their dream home in Westfield, New Jersey, turned into a terrifying ordeal. Sponsor: Shopify: ⁠⁠shopify.com/casual⁠⁠ - start your $1 per month trial period Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 13, 202555 min

Flashback to Jerry Brudos: The Shoe Fetish Slayer

In this flashback episode, Simon recounts the chilling story of Jerry Brudos, the 'Shoe Fetish Slayer,' who terrorized Oregon with a series of abductions and murders in the late 1960s. Sponsors:Shopify: ⁠shopify.com/casual⁠ - start your $1 per month trial periodRocket Money: Download the Rocket Money app today and tell them you heard about them from my show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 06, 20251 hr 11 min

Gary M. Heidnik: The Real-Life Buffalo Bill

Held women captive in a basement. Claimed to be a bishop. Built a torture chamber in Philadelphia. This is the twisted true story of Gary M. Heidnik—the real-life inspiration for Buffalo Bill. Sponsor: Shopify: ⁠⁠⁠shopify.com/casual⁠⁠⁠ - start your $1 per month trial period Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 31, 20251 hr 25 min

Cover-Up: The Real Story of The Rotherham Grooming Gangs Scandal

Uncover the shocking truth behind the Rotherham grooming gang scandal—how it was hidden, who failed to act, and why justice took so long. This is the story they buried. Sponsor: Shopify: ⁠⁠shopify.com/casual⁠⁠ - start your $1 per month trial period Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 25, 20253 hr 25 min

Flashback to the The Menendez Brothers: Innocent or Guilty?

Since the Menendez brothers are back in the news, we're resurfacing this episode in case you missed it. Uncover the gripping Menendez brothers' saga, a true crime tale blending family, fortune, and fatality. Join us as we dissect the controversial case that's captivated minds for decades. Sponsors:Shopify: ⁠shopify.com/casual⁠ - start your $1 per month trial periodRocket Money: Download the Rocket Money app today and tell them you heard about them from my show! Learn more about your ad choices. ...

May 16, 20252 hr 37 min

The Alec Baldwin Rust Shooting

Alec Baldwin’s low-budget Western turned tragic when a live round fired on set, killing cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. This deep-dive unpacks the shocking incident, courtroom fallout, and unanswered questions. Sponsors: ⁠⁠shopify.com/casual⁠⁠ - start your $1 per month trial period today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 09, 20254 hr 8 min

Introducing: Clues with Morgan Absher & Kaelyn Moore

Join hosts Morgan Absher and Kaelyn Moore as they take you deep into the world of the most notorious crimes ever — where a single clue can crack a case wide open. From shocking murders to serial killers, Clues dives into all the forensic details and brilliant sleuthing of the world's most infamous cases. CLUES is a Crime House Original, powered by PAVE Studios. Follow and listen now wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 06, 202514 min

The Assassination of Beverly van Schoor

A prominent businesswoman is found murdered in post-Apartheid South Africa — was it a robbery gone wrong or something far darker rooted in betrayal, racism, and a daughter’s desperate revenge? Sponsor: ⁠shopify.com/casual⁠ - start your $1 per month trial period today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 02, 20251 hr 38 min

Mark Hobson: Britain's Deranged Spree Killer

Mark Hobson's 2004 killing spree left four innocent victims dead—and exposed devastating failures in Britain’s justice system. Dive into the chilling story of evil, incompetence, and forgotten tragedy. Sponsors: HomeChef.com/CASUAL for 50% off your first box and free dessert for life! shopify.com/casual - start your $1 per month trial period today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 26, 20251 hr 25 min

The Apartheid Killer...

He claimed to be keeping the peace. In reality, he hunted Black South Africans for sport. This is the horrifying true story of Louis van Schoor—cop, vigilante, and Apartheid’s deadliest killer. Sponsor: shopify.com/casual - sign up for your $1 per month trial period today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 03, 20251 hr 24 min

The Tragic Case of Andrea Yates...

Postpartum psychosis. Satanic visions. A chilling 911 call. In 2001, Andrea Yates shocked the world by drowning her five children. This is the harrowing story of mental illness and unimaginable tragedy. Sponsors: wildgrain.com/casual - $30 off the first box plus free croissants in every box shopify.com/casual - start your $1 per month trial period Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 28, 20252 hr 34 min

Jack Unterweger: Why Was He Ever Released?

An author, a media darling, a reformed man—or so they thought. This is the terrifying true story of Jack Unterweger: a serial predator who fooled a nation and killed again. Sponsors: homechef.com/casual for 18, free meals and free dessert for life. shopify.com/casual - start your $1 per month trial period Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 21, 20254 hr 41 min

The Horrifying 2012 Aurora Cinema Massacre

A midnight movie turned into a nightmare when a lone gunman opened fire on a crowded theater. Twelve dead, dozens wounded—this is the chilling story of the Aurora cinema massacre. Sponsors: joinbilt.com/CASUAL - to start earning points on your rent payments today. quince.com/casual - for free shipping and 365 day returns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 14, 202556 min

The Brutal Slaying of Shad Thyrion...

A crime so gruesome it shocked even seasoned investigators. Drugs, madness, and a chilling courtroom spectacle—this is the horrifying story of Shad Thyrion’s murder and the bizarre trial of Taylor Schabusiness. Sponsor: shopify.com/casual - start your $1 per month trial period today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 08, 202559 min

Larry Nassar: The Olympics' Most Prolific Predator

He was trusted by the world’s greatest gymnasts—until the horrifying truth came out. A story of abuse, cover-ups, and justice, this is how Larry Nassar’s empire of lies finally crumbled. Sponsor: shopify.com/casual - start your $1 per month trial period today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 03, 20251 hr 34 min

The Horrifying Kyoto Animation Massacre

A senseless act of violence took 36 lives and shook the anime world. This is the harrowing story of the Kyoto Animation arson attack—one of Japan’s darkest tragedies. Sponsors: shopify.com/casual - start your $1 per month trial period today rocketmoney.com/casual - cancel your unwanted subscriptions today homechef.com/casual - for 18 free meals and free dessert for life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 28, 20252 hr 22 min

Alexander Pichushkin: The Chessboard Killer

A childhood love of chess, a violent obsession, and a serial killer’s twisted goal—this is the disturbing case of Alexander Pichushkin, Russia’s “Chessboard Killer.” Sponsors: shopify.com/casual - start your $1 per month trial period today rocketmoney.com/casual - cancel your unwanted subscriptions today homechef.com/casual - for 18 free meals and free dessert for life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 25, 20251 hr 30 min

Belle Gunness: America's Most Prolific Female Serial Killer

Belle Gunness—“Hell’s Belle”—lured wealthy men to their doom with chilling precision. A tale of deception, greed, and murder, her dark legacy still haunts true crime history. Sponsors: shopify.com/casual - start your $1 per month trial period today rocketmoney.com/casual - cancel your unwanted subscriptions today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 20251 hr 4 min

Wayne Williams: the Atlanta Child Killer

Atlanta, 1979–1981: A city gripped by fear as 30 children vanished. The investigation led to Wayne Williams—but was he the sole culprit? The case remains shrouded in controversy and unanswered questions. Sponsors: shopify.com/casual - start your $1 per month trial period today rocketmoney.com/casual - cancel your unwanted subscriptions today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 18, 20252 hr 9 min

The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann

One of the most infamous missing person cases in history—Madeleine McCann vanished without a trace. Decades later, new theories emerge. What really happened? Listen now to uncover the latest findings. Sponsors: wildgrain.com/casual - $30 off the first box plus free croissants in every box shopify.com/casual - start your $1 per month trial period Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 14, 20253 hr 29 min

The Grim Sleeper: Two Reigns of Terror

A chilling true crime story of a serial predator who vanished for years, only to return. How did he evade capture? Sponsors: wildgrain.com/casual - $30 off the first box plus free croissants in every box shopify.com/casual - start your $1 per month trial period Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 11, 20251 hr 15 min

The Trial of Sarah Boone - A Public Defender’s Worst Nightmare

Sarah Boone’s trial is a legal nightmare—twists, contradictions, and a case that defies logic. Join us as we unravel the shocking details behind one of the most bizarre defenses ever. Sponsors: homechef.com/casual - for 18 free meals and free dessert for life! shopify.com/casual - sign up for your $1 per month trial period Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 07, 20251 hr 40 min

Fritz Honka: The Horror of Germany’s Red Light District

Step into the chilling world of Fritz Honka, the monster of Hamburg’s red-light district. A tale of terror, deception, and justice—unravel the horrors lurking behind closed doors. Sponsors: homechef.com/casual - for 18 free meals and free dessert for life! shopify.com/casual - sign up for your $1 per month trial period Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 03, 202551 min

The Murder of Grace Milane

The chilling case of Grace Millane—A tragic tale of trust, betrayal, and justice. Uncover the details behind this heartbreaking crime and its impact. Sponsor: shopify.com/casual - start your $1 per month trial period today rocketmoney.com/casual - cancel your unwanted subscriptions today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 31, 20251 hr 11 min

The Brutal Murder of the Van Breda Family

Explore the chilling case of the Van Breda family, a tale of privilege, betrayal, and a brutal axe murder that shocked South Africa. Uncover the dark secrets behind this tragic crime. Sponsor: shopify.com/casual - start your $1 per month trial period today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 28, 20252 hr 28 min

The Springs House of Horrors

Enter The Springs House of Horrors, where every creak and shadow tells a chilling tale. Dare to uncover its secrets? Listen now—if you’re brave enough. Sponsor: shopify.com/casual - start your $1 per month trial period Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 24, 20251 hr 17 min

The Murder of Mark Kilroy: The Devil of Mexico and the Los Narcosatánicos Cult

Mark Kilroy's spring break turned into a chilling nightmare. Dive into the sinister world of Los Narcosatánicos, a cult of drugs, sacrifice, and evil in Mexico. Sponsors: wildgrain.com/casual - $30 off the first box plus free croissants in every box shopify.com/casual - start your $1 per month trial period Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 17, 20251 hr 9 min
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