This trucker got away with murder, literally. His killing spree went unnoticed for years until he attempted to kill someone he knew. Known as the "Happy Faced Killer" he left notes of his crimes signed with a happy face. Derek brings you his story with some little known facts about his childhood as well as clips from one of the few interviews that exists where this killer speaks about his crimes. Apr 1, 2018. Ep 52. Support the show by going to www.blueapron.com/izzi and taking $30 off your firs...
Apr 01, 2018•32 min
The 1690s and early 1700s were a time of turmoil in New England. Witches were executed, populations were dying of smallpox, the church was the dominant power. Derek explores the influence that one man had on this period in history. Get your first ride free with Lyft. Download the Lyft app and use our code DEREK605503
Mar 01, 2018•28 min•Season 5Ep. 51
Derek does his annual ranking of his top 5 episodes of all time as well as the top 3 for 2017. Sometimes people in power abuse their authority. Sometimes this can be deadly for those involved. Derek explores a wild west experience where justice may not have been served. This episode sponsored by izziracquetball . Get 10% of your order, including all athletic apparel using promo code at checkout Izzi10.
Feb 01, 2018•25 min•Season 5Ep. 50
Derek takes you back to the all time most downloaded episode of his podcast with a live broadcast from the location where the Bender family of serial killers committed most of their murders in Labette County, KS. Please check out this show's sponsor, Lyft, an innovative ride sharing service. Available in most cities, if you need a ride, download Lyft and have a ride at your door within minutes and much cheaper than a taxi. Sign up and get your first ride free (up to $20) using the discount code ...
Jan 01, 2018•18 min
In this episode, Derek talks about using positive reminders and repetition to achieve goals in life. He tells you how he used this technique to reach several of his goals and you will hear some surprise celebrities who found success in thinking positive and creating a mental image of their success to keep them going. Visit the show sponsor to take $30 off your first meal. Blue Apron sends you delicious ingredients with step by step instructions so anyone can create gourmet meals. Great for teach...
Dec 01, 2017•31 min
The Mansassa Mauler was one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time. He was a beast in the ring bringing in record numbers of spectators to see him in action. His ringside audience was larger than any of the biggest fights of current times. Here's what you don't know . . . Get your pre-portioned ingredients to make delicious restaurant quality healthy food and take $30 off with this link from Blue Apron . At only $10 per meal and completely customizable you will not be disappointed....
Nov 01, 2017•19 min
How fast do planes travel? What's the fastest plane that ever existed? Are the fighter jets of today the fastest ever? Not even close. Join Derek on a little lesson in air speed that will surely surprise you. Don't forget to visit Blue Apron to get $30 off your first meal, but only by clicking on this link. www.blueapron.com/izzi
Oct 01, 2017•18 min
Derek explores a horrific crime that occurred in a town known as the pretty place. While the crime occurred over 100 years ago, it remains unsolved to this day. Check out the sponsors of the show on www.derekizzi.com Use Lyft for a free ride when you set up account with discount code DEREK605503 Try Blue Apron and get $30 off only at http://www.blueapron.com/izzi
Sep 01, 2017•19 min
Before the Civil War, 2 states went to war themselves. Their war was more civil. Explore this little known battle with Derek as you go back in time to the 1800s. Take $30 off your first order with Blue Apron, brand new sponsor of the show. Use the link http://www.blueapron.com/izzi
Aug 01, 2017•22 min
A very young killer commits a strange murder. Years later he commits another murder that gets discovered after his own suicide. How many people did he kill until he was caught? Derek brings you the story of Charlie Brandt with the help of the show "48 Hours." Today's show brought to you by Lyft. Use promo code DEREK605503 for your first ride and get $5 to $20 off.
Jul 01, 2017•50 min
Derek brings you the motivational story of a long lost Olympic hero who overcame what seemed like sure death to become a gold medalist. Show your support and love for the show by signing up for Ting cell service. No contracts, just piece your service together. The average customer pays only $23 per month. They use the sprint network for great reliability and you will always get a live person when you call them. Use the link here to take advantage of Derek's offer. https://ting.com/?lpn=derek&...
Jun 01, 2017•20 min
Derek reviews Chophouse Burgers in Arlington, TX and tells you about a conspiracy theory about the attack on Pearl Harbor which has enough credible information backing it up, that it might actually be true. Listen to the show and find out!
May 01, 2017•38 min
Did you know there's a celebrity buried in the small town where Derek grew up? He tells you all about it in this episode as well as a new segment requested by listeners... Derek's restaurant reviews. Derek's travels have taken him all over the USA and he's eaten at some crazy places. Now you can hear about them for yourself, visit them, and maybe share your experience with him. This episode was made possible by Ting. Visit www.derek.ting.com to find out how you can save a ton on your cell phone ...
Apr 01, 2017•13 min
Spiritualism in the United States has an origin that can be traced back to a very interesting and bizarre story. Derek explores the life of the girls credited with the spread of spiritualism in the United States. Visit www.betdsi.eu and use promo code "derek" and you will get matching funds on your initial deposit. Betdsi is the ultimate in sports betting.
Mar 01, 2017•22 min
The duel was a timeless method of solving conflict and restoring honor to those offended. Our social media trends are often a way of expressing our views and offending others. Duels were how the offended parties used to handle conflict. Join Derek on this look back at some noteworthy duels and the reasoning behind them. Check out the web site www.derekizzi.com Visit www.onnit.com and use promo code "derek" to get 10% off your order....
Feb 01, 2017•26 min
Long before Donald Trump captured America's interest as a maverick in politics, there was another business man who held this honor. Derek takes you back in time to the original outspoken wealthy business man presidential candidate.
Jan 01, 2017•19 min
Fanklin Thompson was a civil war hero, but few in his era knew his real identity and the story behind his success. Go back into Civil War times with Derek on this journey to find out the real story behind Franklin Thompson and his adventures.
Dec 01, 2016•20 min
Everyone knows Henry Ford and his use of the assembly line to mass produce the Model T Ford, but very few know something else he is credited for that is seemingly unrelated and yet he found a way to relate it.
Nov 01, 2016•19 min
Derek brings you the case of Ashley Freeman and Laura Bible, 2 teenage girls who have been missing since the murder of Ashley's parents back in 1999 in the rural town of Welch, OK. Visit www.derekizzi.com and check out the latest in all Derek is working on.
Oct 01, 2016•17 min
A politician takes a different path in his career that starts and ends at the card table. Known for his candidness, Derek gives you a look into this man's life.
Sep 01, 2016•21 min
A pair of twin Effanbee dolls appear to be life like. What if they were real? Derek explores what happens when real life collides with fantasy in this true and tragic story.
Aug 01, 2016•17 min
A woman makes the journey from Norway to America in search of riches. She finds the riches she was looking for, but not in the way you think.
Jul 01, 2016•18 min
A road in rural Maine is haunted by an eerie spirit. Derek explores this haunting and gives you a chance to experience it first hand.
Jun 01, 2016•13 min
A seemingly harmless husband and wife living in the USA turn out to be spies for a foreign government.
May 01, 2016•27 min
A battle in the 1800's leads to a deadly curse on the office of the presidency. Visit the web site at www.derekizzi.com and click on the Onnit banner to get your 10% off discount.
Apr 01, 2016•20 min
Derek talks about his own personal experience with the Oklahoma municipal court system and how justice does not always prevail.
Mar 01, 2016•21 min
An inventor named George comes up with a seemingly useless invention at the time. His invention is now commonly used today. Derek also goes over the annual update of podcast stats.
Feb 01, 2016•13 min
A soldier in WWI comes back from the dead and builds his own castle that still exists to this day.
Jan 01, 2016•14 min
A famous confectionary leads an extraordinary life. You've eaten his creations, but did you know the man behind the candy?
Dec 01, 2015•18 min
An unknown hero of the civil war, this man formed his own company and fought the confederacy in the middle of the south.
Nov 01, 2015•19 min
