The case this week is a shocking true story about two seemingly sweet elderly women, Helen Golay and Olga Rutterschmidt, who befriended homeless men, took out multiple life insurance policies on them, and later staged fatal hit-and-run accidents to collect millions. Tabitha recounts their backgrounds, long-con planning, surveillance evidence, and eventual arrest, exposing one of California’s strangest murder-for-profit schemes. Unlock a world of exclusive content and insider access by joining ou...
Nov 03, 2025•40 min•Season 1Ep. 347
Tab dives into the chilling case of Mark Twitchell - the so-called “Dexter Killer.” Set in Edmonton, Canada, the story follows Johnny Altinger, who vanished after meeting a woman online. What unfolded was a horrifying real-life version of Dexter: a filmmaker obsessed with the show who lured victims into his garage “kill room.” With digital confessions, forensic clues, and a survivor’s shocking escape, Tabitha unravels how Twitchell blurred fiction and reality in one of Canada’s most disturbing t...
Oct 27, 2025•41 min•Season 1Ep. 346
In this episode, Tabitha Kane welcomes veteran journalist David Scott, known for his decades in investigative television, now the creator and host of Interview With a Killer on Court TV. David shares how he transitioned from Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel to interviewing some of the world’s most dangerous criminals, revealing the psychology behind their actions. He discusses notable cases like Adam Williams and Rachel Wade, how he gets killers to open up, and what he’s learned after 16 interview...
Oct 22, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 345
Tabitha shares the tragic 2019 case of Michelle and James “Jimbo” Butler, a married couple traveling the country in their RV. While camping on South Padre Island, Texas, they disappeared without a trace. Their truck and RV surfaced days later across the border, raising immediate suspicion. Authorities launched a search that led to the discovery of their bodies buried in shallow sand dunes near their last campsite. The investigation uncovered eerie surveillance footage and a trail that suggested ...
Oct 20, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 344
Licensed clinical social worker and author Anna Sonoda joins Tabitha to talk about her book Duck Duck Groom and the importance of teaching families how grooming works before abuse happens. Based on years of clinical work with convicted offenders, Anna explains that predators rely on patience, access, and trust, and most abuse comes from people kids already know. She breaks down the 4F formula of grooming - flattery, favoritism, forbidden fruits, and fear - and stresses why adults should speak up...
Oct 15, 2025•41 min•Season 1Ep. 343
This case centers on the 2018 murder of 58-year-old Gary Farris of Cherokee County, Georgia. Gary, a lawyer and grandfather, lived on a large family farm with his wife, Melody, and their adult children nearby. When he disappeared around July 3rd-4th, his family searched the property and discovered human remains in a smoldering burn pit. Investigators later found blood, bullets, and signs of cleanup inside the home. Melody initially denied involvement, but her affair with a man named Rusty Barton...
Oct 13, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 342
On April 26, 2010, 16-year-old Alexandria “Ali” Lowitzer vanished after getting off her school bus near Old Pike & Naughty Post in Spring, Texas. She planned to check for a shift at the Burger Barn, but never appeared; CCTV at a nearby gas station didn’t capture her. Ali’s phone went dark immediately and was never recovered. Initial police response labeled her a runaway; CODIS entry came roughly two years later. Volunteers via the Laura Recovery Center led searches. Leads include last texts ...
Oct 08, 2025•1 hr 41 min•Season 1Ep. 341
Bethany Correira, a 21-year-old pre-med student, vanished from her Anchorage apartment in May 2003 after going to meet building manager Mike Lawson about a part-time job. Her phone, keys, and purse were left behind; an empty duplex next door burned same day. Investigators flagged Lawson’s shifting story and cell-tower pings. His brother Bob later confessed they dumped Bethany’s body off the Parks Highway and torched the duplex to hide evidence. Bethany’s remains were recovered a year later. A re...
Oct 06, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 341
Tab speaks with Julie's mother, Sandra, discussing Julie's compassionate nature and the ongoing search for her. Sandra highlights the struggle for custody of Julie's daughter, Layla, and her prayers for strength, justice, and for the perpetrator, George De La Cruz, to reveal Julie's whereabouts... Unlock a world of exclusive content and insider access by joining our Patreon community at patreon.com/HousewivesOfTrueCrime, or at podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/housewives-of-true-crime. Dive deeper i...
Oct 01, 2025•36 min•Season 1Ep. 340
In this episode of Housewives of True Crime , Tab shares the heartbreaking story of Julie Ann Gonzalez , a young mother from Dripping Springs, Texas, who vanished in 2010 after a custody exchange with her estranged husband, George De La Cruz. Despite suspicious behavior, a fake MySpace post, and mounting evidence—including a dug trench and stolen credit card use—Julie’s body was never found. Still, George was convicted of her murder in 2015 and sentenced to life. Tabitha will speak with Julie’s ...
Sep 29, 2025•26 min•Season 1Ep. 339
On December 6, 1991, four teenage girls - Eliza Thomas (17), Jennifer Harbison (17), Sarah Harbison (15), and Amy Ayers (13) - were found shot, bound, and inside a burned I Can’t Believe It’s Yogurt! shop in Austin, Texas. Two guns (.22 and .380 calibers) were involved, at least three victims suffered sexual assault. Police initially arrested Maurice Pierce, who implicated Forrest Welborn, Michael Scott, and Robert Springsteen. Scott and Springsteen were tried and convicted, but both convictions...
Sep 22, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 338
Join Tab and guest co-host Ailish Tasker as they investigate the haunting unsolved case of Terri “Missy” Bevers, a beloved fitness instructor murdered in Midlothian, Texas, in 2016. Found inside a church before leading her boot camp class, Missy’s killer was captured on eerie surveillance footage wearing police-style tactical gear and walking with a distinctive limp. Investigators uncovered strange clues, including a suspicious vehicle, a cryptic LinkedIn message, and family tensions, yet no arr...
Sep 15, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 337
This episode dives deep into the tragic murder of Tupac Shakur on September 7, 1996, in Las Vegas. Tabitha Kane unpacks Tupac’s rise to rap royalty, his fiery East Coast–West Coast feud with Biggie Smalls, and the gang tensions that exploded into violence that fateful night. From the MGM brawl with Orlando Anderson to the drive-by shooting at Flamingo and Coval, the episode explores conspiracies, unsolved leads, and the stunning 2023 arrest of Dwayne “Keefe D” Davis. Decades later, Tupac’s legac...
Sep 08, 2025•36 min•Season 1Ep. 336
In todays episode, we meet Michael G. Santos, who served over 26 years in federal prison for drug trafficking. Santos transformed his life behind bars, earning degrees, writing books, and formulating a blueprint to help others navigate the prison system. He now runs Prison Professors, guiding inmates and families through incarceration and towards personal growth. His story highlights the flaws in the U.S. prison system and advocates for prison reform to create a more rehabilitative environment.....
Sep 03, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 335
In this episode of Housewives of True Crime, Tabitha dives into the chilling murder of Ricky “Rick” Roberts, the beloved “Derby King” of Sonora, California. Known for his demolition derby cars and deep community ties, Rick’s life was cut short in his own auto shop in 2014. The investigation uncovered Cheryl Lacerro, a former Panda Express manager whose obsessive infatuation spiraled into stalking, a shrine of photos, and ultimately murder. With evidence tying her newly purchased gun to the crime...
Sep 02, 2025•25 min•Season 1Ep. 334
In this gripping podcast episode, Matt Bowyer, a former high-stakes bookmaker, shares his tumultuous life journey. He talks about his rise in the underground gambling world, betting with billionaires, and high-profile experiences playing with celebrities and facing gun threats. Matt is being sentenced today (August 29, 2025) for running an illegal gambling business, money laundering, and filing a false tax return—his clients included Otani’s former translator, Ippei Mizuhara, who is already serv...
Aug 29, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 333
In this Monday edition of Housewives of True Crime , Tab dives into one of baseball’s most shocking scandals: the betrayal of global superstar Shohei Ohtani by his longtime interpreter and confidant, Ippei Mizuhara. What began as a trusted partnership turned into a multimillion-dollar theft fueled by an out-of-control gambling habit. Tabitha unpacks how Ippei Mizuhara siphoned over $16 million from Ohtani, the role of illegal bookie Matthew Bowyer, and the courtroom reckoning that followed... Un...
Aug 25, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 332
Gregory “Greg” Fleniken, 55, lived weekdays in Beaumont, Texas for work, returning weekends to his wife Susie in Louisiana. In September 2010, he was found dead in his hotel room with no signs of struggle. Initially believed to be natural causes, an autopsy revealed severe internal injuries. Investigators were stumped until private investigator Ken Brennan uncovered patched wall damage between Greg’s room and the adjoining one. Three electricians had been drinking next door when Lance Mueller ac...
Aug 18, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 331
In this gripping solo episode, Tabitha Kane unravels the shocking 2006 Easter murders of Wayne and Sharmon Stock in Murdock, Nebraska. Beloved community members, the Stocks were brutally killed in their home, sparking a botched investigation that led to the wrongful arrest of relatives Matt Livers and Nick Sampson. Through coerced confessions, fabricated evidence, and police tunnel vision, the case nearly ended in tragedy for the innocent men. A crucial clue—a gold ring—ultimately exposed the re...
Aug 11, 2025•47 min•Season 1Ep. 330
In this gripping episode, we delve into the complex and tragic story of Jason Corbett, a businessman from Ireland, whose life was cut short in a shocking incident involving his wife, Molly Martins, and her father, Tom. As we unravel the events leading up to that fateful night, we explore the intricate dynamics of family, the pursuit of justice, and the haunting question of what truly happened. Unlock a world of exclusive content and insider access by joining our Patreon community at patreon.com/...
Aug 04, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 329
Join us as we uncover the tragic story of Mackenzie Lueck, a vibrant University of Utah student whose life was taken too soon. We'll walk you through the investigation that led to the arrest of Ayoola Ajayi, revealing the digital clues and community efforts that helped solve the case. This episode dives into the trial and the emotional journey of those seeking justice for Mackenzie... Unlock a world of exclusive content and insider access by joining our Patreon community at patreon.com/Housewive...
Jul 28, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 328
Join hosts Tabitha Kane and Kelly Evans from Mama Mystery Podcast, as they delve into the chilling case of Jolene Cummings, a beloved hairstylist and mother who vanished without a trace. This episode explores the intricate investigation that followed, revealing shocking twists and the relentless pursuit of justice... Unlock a world of exclusive content and insider access by joining our Patreon community at patreon.com/HousewivesOfTrueCrime, or at podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/housewives-of-true-...
Jul 24, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 327
In this episode of Housewives of True Crime, Tab and Toks dissect the disturbing revenge plot of Jill and Kent Easter—an affluent Orange County lawyer couple. It began when Jill snapped after PTA mom Kelli Peters described their son as “slow” lining up at school. Emboldened by privilege, the Easters escalated their vendetta: in February 2011, they planted marijuana, Percocet, Vicodin and a pipe in Peters’ car. Kent, using a fake name and accent, called police. DNA, surveillance, phone pings and ...
Jul 21, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 326
This episode revisits the 2021 homicide of newlyweds Crystal Turner (38) and Kylen Schulte (24), who were found shot near their van campsite in the La Sal Mountains. Initially, a “creepy camper” had alarmed them days prior. Investigation focused on Adam Pinkusiewicz - a former coworker exhibiting violent, racist, and paranoid behavior. He matched sightings and video of a Yaris driving away post-shooting, and autopsy bullets pointed to a Glock 9mm with rare red‑tipped ammunition. He died by suici...
Jul 14, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 325
Tabitha Kane welcomes Katherine Schweit — author, journalist, former prosecutor, and retired FBI executive - to Housewives of True Crime. Katherine shares her incredible journey from investigating espionage to leading the FBI’s active shooter program and co-hosting the Stop the Killing podcast. She discusses her first book, inspired by the Sandy Hook tragedy, and her latest, Women Who Talk to the Dead , about a Detroit team of female law enforcement and forensic experts who exhume unidentified m...
Jul 09, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 324
This week, Tab welcomes the one and only Mama Margot from Military Murder and The Alternate to break down the heartbreaking case of Sade Robinson. Sade was a vibrant 19-year-old college student in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with dreams and a bright future - until a Tinder date turned into a real-life nightmare. When Sade didn’t return home, a disturbing trail of evidence emerged, leading to an arrest that shocked the community. Margot takes us through the investigation, trial updates, and the chillin...
Jul 07, 2025•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 323
Today, Tab unpacksthe harrowing 1987 strangulation of Peggy Railey, wife of rising Dallas pastor Walker Railey. Found comatose in her garage, Peggy never regained consciousness. Suspicion fell on Walker - whose alibi collapsed under cellphone records, polygraph inconsistencies, and revelations of an affair with Lucy Papillon. Though acquitted in criminal court due to “beyond a reasonable doubt” standards and constitutional double jeopardy protections, Walker faced a $18 million civil judgment. P...
Jun 30, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 322
Today, Tab and guest host Jules Thorp are discussing the case of Grant Solomon - a seemingly perfect high school baseball star whose death rocked Tennessee society. On July 20, 2020, Grant’s father called it a freak accident: the teen was allegedly dragged beneath his own pickup and found crushed in a ditch. But whispers fly—why were there no abrasions on Grant’s clothes or skin , and why did the family refuse an autopsy? His sister, Gracie, went public accusing their father of sexual abuse and ...
Jun 25, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 321
Part 1: https://www.patreon.com/posts/part-1-dan-fatal-132090125?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link In this explosive episode, Tab and guest Mama Margot unpack the 2014 murder of Florida State law professor Dan Markel. Dan was gunned own in his garage amid a bitter divorce and custody battle with ex-wife Wendi Adelson. They examine the alleged role of the Adelson family – including Wendi, her mother Donna, and brother Ch...
Jun 23, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 320
In this explosive episode, Tab and guest Mama Margot unpack the 2014 murder of Florida State law professor Dan Markel. Dan was gunned down in his garage amid a bitter divorce and custody battle with ex-wife Wendi Adelson. They examine the alleged role of the Adelson family – including Wendi, her mother Donna, and brother Charlie – in orchestrating the murder. The duo also covers the convictions of hitmen Sigfredo Garcia and Luis Rivera for Markel’s killing, and the later arrest and 2023 trial of...
Jun 23, 2025•52 min•Season 1Ep. 319
