This week's episode features Enn spilling all the Tea about S02 Episode 21, Silence, which features the 90s treatment on Queer folk; I'd say use your imagination but Enn did it for us all (literally, Matt forgot to watch...) What Matt did instead was recount the story of Paul Broussard and the Woodlands 10. Listen along as Enn & Matt give some personal perspectives on the issues raised, and let us know your thoughts via social media or email! Support the show...
Jul 29, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 21
Hello, and welcome to another Ripped From the Headlines! This week Matt recaps S02 E20 of Law and Order, Intolerance. Find out which 2 famous sitcom moms guest star this time! Speaking of Moms, Enn tells the story of the "Pom Pom Mom," Wanda Holloway. When is a parent's ambition too far? -Definitely this case. Support the show
Jul 22, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Season 2Ep. 20
This week's Law and Order Episode (S02 E19) The Fertile Fields had one redeeming quality; Jerry Stiller (Rest In Peace) guest stars! After Enn tells us all about this wild ride of a storyline, Matt explains all of the delicate ins and outs of the Crown Heights Riots of 1991 from which this episode borrowed its plot points. Support the show
Jul 15, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 19
In this episode, Matt recaps takes us from Cradle to Grave, with S02 E18 of Law and Order; Ready for some really strange casting choices? This episode was loosely inspired by the miraculous story of Brittany Eichelberger - A beautiful tale, but quite short. Enn gives us the rundown regardless, and then takes us through the unsolved disappearance/murder of Kaysera Stops Pretty Places in 2019. Documentary Enn Recommends : ' SAY HER NAME ' (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JfU825Oaw-k&feature=yo...
Jul 08, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 18
This week's Law and Order (S02 E17), recapped with particular hilarity by Enn, is titled Sisters of Mercy and THE William H. Macy graces us with his presence, guest starring in another episode! Stick around afterwards as Matt recounts The Covenant House Scandal that inspired this episode; Was this a safe haven for homeless youth or a breeding ground for a dangerous predator? Support the show
Jul 01, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Hello friends; This week Matt recaps S02 Episode 16 of Law and Order titled Vengeance. This episode had no direct inspiration, so Enn ripped a case from more recent headlines and dives in the mysterious 2014 disappearance of Kris Kremers and Lisanne Froon. These girls went to Panama and were only ever seen again in photographs - What do you think happened to these students? From the Episode: The Gif we reference about 10 min in: https://gifer.com/en/5zCT Support the show...
Jun 24, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 16
This episode (15) of Law and Order S02 is called trust, and you can trust and believe that it's a good one. (We've got a kid actor that's actually good?!) After Enn gives us their hot takes on this episode, Matt talks about the killing of Shaun Ouillette that inspired this episode, a series of events that changed a Mother's life forever. If you or a loved one is living with Trauma or Grief of any kind there are resources out there: Griefnet.org https://griefnet.org/resources/parents.html Support...
Jun 17, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 15
In this week's edition of Ripped From the Headlines, Matt recaps the stellar performances in S02 episode 14 of L&O, Blood is Thicker... This case was not directly inspired by any true story so Enn has chosen a similar event. Listen along as they tell us about Janet March and the tragic events that led to her murder. Support the show
Jun 10, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 14
In this week’s episode Enn recaps Law and Order S02 episode 13: shoulder pads…I mean Severance. Matt then tells us about the CBS Murders that claimed the lives of Margaret Barbera, Jenny Soo Chin, Leo Kuranuki, Robert Schulze and Edward Benford. Support the show
Jun 03, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 13
*Cue Soap Opera Music* Join us this week for another riveting episode of Ripped from the Headlines as Matt recounts S02 Episode 12 of Law and Order - Star Struck... and prepare to be actually star struck when you find out which Oscar and Emmy award winning actress makes a cameo! Stay with us afterwards while Enn handles with great care, with the tragic event that inspired this episode; the senseless murder of Rebecca Schaeffer. Support the show...
May 27, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 12
In E11 of Season 2 His Hour Upon the Stage, we get pirate ruffles and so much more, and Enn takes us through every outrageous turn. Afterwards Matt dives into the life and untimely death of the controversial Roy Radin. Find out how 'The Cotton Club Murder' went cold for so many years. Support the show
May 20, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Our Patreon is live folks! Check out https://www.patreon.com/rippedheadlinespod for lots of exclusive content we've created for you! This week Matt recaps E10 of Season 2, Heaven - more like far from it. Afterwards Enn covers the episode's inspiration, The Happyland Social Club Fire; This is a tragedy that we hadn't known about, but neither of us will ever forget. Support the show
May 13, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Join us this week as Enn covers Episode 9, Renunciation , where we meet the woman with ever-changing hair. Afterwards, Matt takes us not the insanely publicized and controversial trial of Pamela Smart for conspiracy to murder her late husband Gregg Smart. Support the show
May 06, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Out of Control, Episode 8 of Law and Order S02 could not be more appropriately titled. Matt recaps the episode and then Enn talks about The St John’s Lacrosse case that inspired this episode. Listen for some special announcements coming for you folks this May! Support the show
Apr 29, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Tune in this week to hear Enn recap In Memory of..., Episode 7 - Season 2 of Law and Order featuring Detective So-and-So and Tommy Something-or-Other. Afterwards Matt breaks down the decade spanning events that inspired this episode; the murder of Susan Nason and the controversial trials involving her childhood friend Eileen Franklin-Lipkser. Support the show
Apr 22, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Episode 6, Misconception , is based on the assault of Maria Trinidad Flores by Robert Davis, and the death of her unborn child. First Matt takes us on a comedic journey through the episode and then Enn recounts the details of the tragic case. Listen along as they explain how this trial influenced legislation regarding when "life" begins in the womb. Stay tuned after the episode for the Weekly Creep Podcast 's Promo! UNIQUELY KNITTED ( https://uniquelyknitted.org ) Uniquely Knitted is a Non Profi...
Apr 15, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 6
On this week's episode, Enn recaps ep 5 of Law and Order titled God Bless the Child . Afterwards Matt tells the (short) account that this episode was based on; the death of Alex Dale Morris. Not much to tell so we do a deep dive into the world of faith healing and televangelism. Support the show
Apr 08, 2021•1 hr 30 min•Season 2Ep. 5
It's our 4th episode of Season 2, and Matt has the "privilege" to recap the episode, Asylum (it's nothing like AHS.) Afterwards Enn explains how the murder of Theodore Genovese, and the case of Connecticut vs David Mooney helped reform the way in which the justice system regards the homeless community. Support the show
Apr 01, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 2Ep. 4
In this extended episode Enn recaps the 3rd episode of Law & Order's 2nd Season Aria, which is (VERY) loosely based on the death of Marilyn Monroe! We had to do her justice, so stay tuned while Matt tells us who she was before she was Marilyn, ponders how she really met her end and dispels as many falsehoods as possible! Special thanks to Ernesto (@Marilynlover on Twitter) for your help! Support the show
Mar 25, 2021•1 hr 56 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this Episode Matt recounts the second episode of Season 2, The Wages of Love. Find out what this episode's connection to Eurovision is about , and then Enn sheds light on the polarizing case of Betty Broderick that inspired the episode. Linda Kolkena and Daniel Broderick are tragically killed, but who will the jury (and nation) believe? Support the show
Mar 18, 2021•1 hr 25 min•Season 2Ep. 2
In this season 2 premiere Enn recaps Law & Order's Season 2 premiere Confessions (cue the Usher track!) Matt then explains how this episode is loosely inspired by the case of The State of Arizona vs Oreste Fulminante and the subsequent precedents set forth. Support the show
Mar 11, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In our season one finale, Matt and Enn cover Law & Order's 22nd episode, The Blue Wall . This episode was inspired by stories of police corruption including the double-crossing of Joe Sanchez. Support the show
Feb 25, 2021•1 hr 42 min•Season 1Ep. 23
In this episode Matt and Enn recap episode 21 of Law & Order, Sonata for Solo Organ . This episode appears to be the GENESIS for the urban legend of kidney thieves, but is it really an urban legend? Listen to find out... Support the show
Feb 18, 2021•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 22
In this episode Matt and Enn recap episode 20 of Law & Order, The Troubles , inspired by The Troubles of Northern Ireland and the case of Joe Doherty. Support the show
Feb 11, 2021•1 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 21
In this episode Matt and Enn recap episode 19 of Law & Order, The Serpent's Tooth . This episode was REALLY ripped from the headlines, as it was inspired by the then-in-trial case of Lyle and Erik Menendez, and the murder of their parents, José and Kitty. Support the show
Feb 04, 2021•1 hr 53 min•Season 1Ep. 20
In this episode Matt recaps Law & Order's 18th episode from season 1, The Secret Sharers . This episode appears to have been (according to very suspect sources) based (in practically no way) on the case of the Daingerfield Church Shooting, which Enn covers. Support the show
Jan 28, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 19
In this episode Matt and Enn cover Law & Order's 17th episode of the first season, Mushrooms . This episode was inspired by the rise in bystander killings due to gun violence. Support the show
Jan 21, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this special episode, Matt and Enn discuss the true crime that inspired Law & Order's Two-Part episode, The Torrents of Greed: The disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa! Support the show
Jan 14, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In this first of a two-part episode, Matt and Enn cover the 15th and 16th episodes of Law & Order's first season, the Torrents of Greed. Next week is the true crime that inspires this two-parter! Support the show
Jan 07, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In this episode Matt & Enn cover the true crime that inspired last week's episode of Law & Order, The Violence of Summer . This episode was inspired by the Central Park Jogger Case. Support the show
Dec 17, 2020•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 15
