Want to jump right into the episode? The doc starts at 02:45. This week we cover Coded Bias which documents computer scientist Joy Buolamwini's journey of exposing and trying to rectify bias within technology. We learn all about algorithmic oppression, the dangers of facial recognition software and the difference between state and corporate surveillance. As always, we also get into what we think the real crime was. What we’re drinking: https://www.vivino.com/GB/en/allini-asti-millesimato/w/44424...
Dec 11, 2022•1 hr 13 min
Surprise! It's a bonus episode for ya :) Want to jump right into the episode? The doc starts at 02:39 This week we cover Untold's Malice at the Palace. We learn about the legendary game that resulted in literal pandemonium. We discuss the way basketball players are treated by the media, who actually caused this to happen and also, why Ben Wallace wore so many sweatbands. What we’re drinking: https://www.sainsburys.co.uk/gol-ui/product/rose--wine/19-crimes-revolutionary-ros%C3%A9-750ml Social med...
Dec 07, 2022•1 hr 20 min
Want to jump right into the episode? The doc starts at 02:00. This week we cover Hulu's God Forbid: The Sex Scandal That Brought Down a Dynasty. We learn about Giancarlo Granda and his involvement with Becki and Jerry Falwell, the President of Liberty University. We discuss cuckholding, politics, suitable age gaps in relationships and more. It's a documentary we'd definitely recommend! What we’re drinking: https://groceries.aldi.co.uk/en-GB/p-fletchers-ruby-reserve-porto-20cl/4088600551333 Socia...
Dec 04, 2022•1 hr 11 min
Want to jump right into the episode? The doc starts at 3:32. This week we cover a Youtube Original documentary all about Boy Bands. We learn just how crazy the music business can be and how it impacted Nsync and the Backstreet Boys, two of the most popular boy bands of all time. Somehow, there's also a ponzi scheme??? This doc transports us back to the early 2000s with the crazy style and nostalgic sounds. You can watch it here; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CcCRs0Ic3FI&t=4002s What we’re ...
Nov 27, 2022•1 hr 23 min
Want to jump right into the episode? The doc starts at 01:50 This week we cover Netflix's Girl In The Picture. We discuss the case which spanned decades, resulted in many deaths and tore families apart. We also talk about whether these criminals are truly geniuses or whether law enforcement just don't do their jobs. We debate therapy vs church and, as always, there's a bunch of chit chat! What we’re drinking: https://www.marksandspencer.com/party-pack-cocktail-cans/p/wnp60584450 Social media: ti...
Nov 20, 2022•56 min
Want to jump right into the episode? The doc starts at 02:00 This week I'm joined by guest annette abena! We cover the Hulu documentary surrounding the Erika Jayne and Tom Girardi scandal and we learn just how deep it all goes. We hear from the victims and their families, we get into how much we think Erika knew and whether she should be held responsible. We also discuss the housewives franchises in general and talk about our favourite housewife taglines (spoiler alert: it's by a RHOA housewife)...
Nov 13, 2022•58 min
Want to jump right into the episode? The doc starts at 04:14 This week we cover the first episode of Netflix's Bad Sport with host of the Banana Broke Crew basketball podcast, Nicholas Kxy. We hear the story of Stevin 'Hedake' Smith and how his involvement in points shaving cost him his career. We discuss the potential for exploitation in college basketball, basketball etiquette and if we would have made the same decisions Hedake did. What we're drinking: https://www.tesco.com/groceries/en-GB/pr...
Nov 06, 2022•1 hr 47 min
Want to jump right into the episode? The doc starts at 02:10. This week we are joined by our first ever guest, Melz!(@chiemeliemozie on instagram and twitter). We cover episode one of Netflix's Web of Make Believe: Death, Lies and the Internet. We learn all about 'swatting', the dangers of gaming online and accountability. We also discuss who should and shouldn't become a police officer, and Justin Rapp. What we're drinking: https://www.tesco.com/groceries/en-GB/products/285476271 Social media: ...
Oct 29, 2022•1 hr 3 min
This week we cover the murder of Jill Dando, a famous BBC presenter. We discuss motive, circumstantial evidence and whether we think justice was served. Somehow, we find a way to discuss the current UK political climate (spoiler alert: it's a mess). Social media: tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast instagram.com/2girls1doc twitter.com/2girls1doc facebook.com/2girls1doc [email protected]
Oct 22, 2022•39 min
It's a Credits episode this week! We discuss the case of Alisha McQueen which is both a horrific example of domestic abuse and an admirable display of good forensic work. We get into who Alisha was, how she was found and how her killer was eventually brought to justice. Social media: tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast instagram.com/2girls1doc twitter.com/2girls1doc facebook.com/2girls1doc [email protected]
Oct 15, 2022•42 min
Want to jump right into the episode? The doc starts at 02:19. This week we cover the HBO documentary Hot Coffee which dissects four different cases misrepresented by the media. The most famous of these is that of Stella Liebeck, who successfully sued Mcdonalds after spilling hot coffee on herself. We learn the truth about these cases, and also get into the judicial system and tort reform. As always, we digress. Social media: tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast instagram.com/2girls1doc twitter.com/2girl...
Oct 08, 2022•37 min
This week we cover Matt Walsh's documentary 'What is a woman?'. In all honesty, we didn't know what we were getting into when we chose this one but here we go. We discuss sex vs gender, what it means to be a woman and, to be completely honest, we doubt the sincerity of this doc and what it is trying to achieve. Let us know what you think. Social media: tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast instagram.com/2girls1doc twitter.com/2girls1doc facebook.com/2girls1doc [email protected]
Oct 01, 2022•1 hr 33 min
Want to jump right into the episode? We get into it at 05:45 It's a Credits episode this week! We discuss Dear Zachary, a documentary that will have you in tears by the end. If you haven't watched it yet, please go and watch it (it's available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDSgMlVWbfU) and then come back and listen. The episode will make so much more sense this way :( Social media: tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast instagram.com/2girls1doc twitter.com/2girls1doc facebook.com/2girls1doc ...
Sep 24, 2022•47 min
Want to jump right into the episode? The doc starts at 07:39 This week we cover the HBO documentary The Janes (also available on Sky). We discuss a woman’s right to choose, the 60’s, and whether it’s sometimes ok to break the law. Somehow, we also manage to discuss where Sex Education is set, The Crown and Lizzie. Social media: tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast instagram.com/2girls1doc twitter.com/2girls1doc facebook.com/2girls1doc [email protected]
Sep 17, 2022•1 hr 5 min
This week we cover Discovery plus' House of Hammer. There's a lot to unpack and both episodes are available to listen to right now! We learn more about the Hammer family and conclude with our thoughts on the documentary as a whole. As always, we play you the trailer of the next doc we're covering; HBO's The Janes (also available on Sky for our UK listeners). Social media: tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast instagram.com/2girls1doc twitter.com/2girls1doc facebook.com/2girls1doc [email protected]
Sep 05, 2022•52 min
This week we cover Discovery plus' House of Hammer. There's a lot to unpack and both episodes are available to listen to right now! We discuss consent, BDSM, and we realise we're not as familiar with actors as we thought. Social media: tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast instagram.com/2girls1doc twitter.com/2girls1doc facebook.com/2girls1doc [email protected]
Sep 05, 2022•1 hr 16 min
It's a Credit's episode! This week Fourens tells us all about the wild case she got during her time on Jury Duty. Meanwhile, Beedie does a mini deep dive (a shallow dive??) of that lady's album; RENAISSANCE. As always, we play you the trailer of the next doc we're covering; House of Hammer. Social media: tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast instagram.com/2girls1doc twitter.com/2girls1doc facebook.com/2girls1doc [email protected]
Aug 27, 2022•41 min
This week we round up our coverage of Netflix's The Most Hated Man on the Internet! It's hard to believe anything else could happen, THEN IT DOES. We get into Hunter's downfall and also hint at what our next episode is gonna be about (clue: it's a Credits ep!). Forgive us, there's a bit of background noise because the window was open because it is hot af in London rn! Social media: tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast instagram.com/2girls1doc twitter.com/2girls1doc facebook.com/2girls1doc 2girls1doc@gma...
Aug 20, 2022•38 min
This week we cover the first half of Netflix's The Most Hated Man on the Internet. We discuss the emergence of revenge porn, the dangers of the internet and 2000's fashion. Part two will be out next week! Social media: tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast instagram.com/2girls1doc twitter.com/2girls1doc facebook.com/2girls1doc [email protected]
Aug 14, 2022•1 hr 13 min
Want to jump right into the episode? The doc starts at 04:00 We don't know about you, but we believe the Anna Delvey Foundation is gonna be thing. In this episode we discuss scamming, entitlement and, somehow, Beyonce's new album. Social media: twitter.com/2girls1doc instagram.com/2girls1doc facebook.com/2girls1doc tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast [email protected]
Aug 06, 2022•1 hr 4 min
Want to jump right into the episode? The doc starts at 01:55. You either believe Jussie or you don't. There's no in between. This week, we discuss the controversial case surrounding Jussie Smollett. We talk subway, latent homophobia and wasting police time. It's one to listen to! Social media: twitter.com/2girls1doc instagram.com/2girls1doc facebook.com/2girls1doc tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast [email protected]
Jul 30, 2022•51 min
Want to jump right into the episode? The doc starts at 01:28 DISCLAIMER: we recorded this on the day of the heatwave (lol, UK stand up!) so there's some background noise from the windows being open. The episode still bangs though. This week we cover the story of David Fuller and his many, many crimes. We discuss circumstantial evidence, DNA and duty of candour. It's a tough one, and as always any references we make will be on our instagram! Social media: tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast instagram.co...
Jul 23, 2022•50 min
Want to jump right into the episode? The doc starts at 00:50. We're back and this week we're talking about scamming! We hear the stories of three young people who were defrauded after being sold 'the good life' on Snapchat. We discuss how it could have been prevented, and how social media may be making this a more common occurrence. Housekeeping: Our next episode will be out on the 24th July - ya girls need a break. Check out some earlier episodes in the meantime! 20. The Lottery Liar 55. Pray A...
Jun 25, 2022•53 min
It’s a Credits episode! This week we cover the Hart family murders. We discuss the importance of social care, adoption and the connection with an image that went viral. Social media: twitter.com/2girls1doc instagram.com/2girls1doc facebook.com/2girls1doc tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast [email protected]
Jun 11, 2022•30 min
Want to jump right into the episode? The doc starts at 02:20 This week we discuss the BBC3 documentary about a popular porn star. We discuss consent, entitlement and how OnlyFans could be having a positive impact on the sex work industry. Social media: twitter.com/2girls1doc instagram.com/2girls1doc facebook.com/2girls1doc tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast [email protected]
May 28, 2022•1 hr
Want to jump right into the episode? The doc starts at 02:30 This week we cover our wildest documentary to date. We learn about Dr. Donald Cline; the man who inseminated multiple women with his sperm without their knowledge. How many children has he fathered? And how was he able to get away with it for so long? Social media: twitter.com/2girls1doc instagram.com/2girls1doc facebook.com/2girls1doc tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast [email protected]
May 14, 2022•1 hr 3 min
This week it's all about reincarnation! We follow four people who tell extraordinary tales of their past lives. We discuss whether it's possible to verify their stories and we challenge everything we've previously believed about the afterlife. Social media: twitter.com/2girls1doc instagram.com/2girls1doc facebook.com/2girls1doc tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast_ [email protected]
May 07, 2022•52 min
We're back a little early from our scheduled break to cover this BBC3 documentary. We discuss the allegations against popular DJ and radio host, Tim Westwood. Social media: twitter.com/2girls1doc instagram.com/2girls1doc facebook.com/2girls1doc tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast [email protected]
Apr 27, 2022•48 min
This week we discuss the bizarre story of the company Madbird. From photoshopped images to fake a CEO, we try to find out why Ali Ayad would go to such lengths to set up a company. Social media: twitter.com/2girls1doc instagram.com/2girls1doc facebook.com/2girls1doc tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast [email protected]
Apr 16, 2022•53 min
It's a Credits episode! This week we discuss the case of Joyce Carol Vincent, a 38 year old woman who was found dead in her apartment three years after she died. We discuss what caused her death and how she was able to go three years without being discovered. Social media: twitter.com/2girls1doc instagram.com/2girls1doc facebook.com/2girls1doc tiktok.com/2girls1docpodcast [email protected]
Apr 10, 2022•28 min