Hart D. Fisher is an American horror crime author, comic-book writer, and publisher best known for founding Boneyard Press and creating the controversial “Jeffrey Dahmer: An Unauthorized Biography of a Serial Killer” comic in 1992 He’s also dubbed “the most dangerous man in comics” in the ’90s for pushing adult-themed horror/crime titles and later expanded into film, poetry, and a horror streaming channel called American Horrors https://linktr.ee/americanhorrorstv https://linktr.ee/Unforbiddentr...
Jul 07, 2025•51 min
Christopher Bennett is a native of Craigsville, Virginia, who made national headlines in 2003 when, at 18, he fatally shot his stepfather, Vincent McDorman. Bennett was subsequently convicted of capital murder as well as robbery and breaking and entering, accepting a plea deal that resulted in a sentence totaling 1,800 years—equivalent to three life terms under Virginia law. According to Bennett, he stumbled into the home after hearing his sister’s cries and confronted his stepfather as he was a...
Jul 04, 2025•40 min
Kerrick Majors was a 14-year-old African American boy from Nashville, Tennessee, whose brutal, racially motivated murder in April 1987 became a symbol of both racial violence and justice in the American South. Described as a kind, respectful middle school student, Kerrick was abducted after a minor dispute over a broken vase with three white drifters—Donald and Tammy Middlebrooks and Robert Brewington—who falsely accused him of theft. They forced him into a wooded area where he was tortured over...
Jun 30, 2025•1 hr
James Sparks is a criminologist; he holds a Bachelor of Arts from Murray State University and a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from UAB. His academic focus and teaching responsibilities at UAB encompass specialized topics such as serial killers, serial killers in international contexts, and the juvenile justice system. Although primarily serving as an instructor, Sparks applies a criminological lens to the study of violent crime and the intersection of psychology and criminal justice. His...
Jun 29, 2025•1 hr 44 min
In June 1997, Uwe Durbin was brutally tortured and murdered in Riverside, California. Durbin, who had been staying with Lester “Woody” Wilson and his wife Barbara Phillips, was accused by Wilson of stealing electronics from their home. In retaliation, Wilson and Phillips abducted Durbin at gunpoint and brought him back to their house. Over several hours, Durbin was savagely beaten, shot in the knee, strangled, and tortured with objects including battery-filled gloves. The attackers also brought ...
Jun 24, 2025•34 min
Dr. Bill Kimberlin is a clinical psychologist, researcher, professor, and author best known for his work studying and documenting life on death row in the United States. Dr. Kimberlin speaks about men's mental health and also speaks about his experiences with convicted murderer, Scott Peterson. https://linktr.ee/Unforbiddentruth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/unforbidden-truth--4724561/support ....
Jun 20, 2025•1 hr 11 min
Christopher Bennett is a Virginia man serving a 1,800-year prison sentence for the 2003 killing of his mother's boyfriend, Vincent McDorman. Bennett, then 18, claimed he shot McDorman after catching him molesting his six-year-old half-sister, Victoria. He was convicted of capital murder, robbery, and breaking and entering, receiving three consecutive life sentences. Bennett's family and supporters argue that he acted to protect his sister and have advocated for clemency, including demonstrations...
Jun 16, 2025•57 min
Prentiss Williams is an inmate currently incarcerated at the Trumbull Correctional Institution in Leavittsburg, Ohio. Born on December 30, 1978, he has been serving a lengthy sentence since his admission on December 22, 2003. His offenses include multiple counts of aggravated murder, attempted aggravated murder, felonious assault, escape, and weapon under disability, resulting in a sentence of 151 years in prison. In 2003, Williams was charged with the 1994 murder of Shelley Johnson, a 29-year-o...
Jun 16, 2025•51 min
Jeffrey Deskovic is an American attorney, advocate, and exoneree who was wrongfully convicted of rape and murder at the age of 17. He spent 16 years in prison before DNA evidence led to his exoneration. Since then, he has dedicated his life to criminal justice reform and the exoneration of the wrongfully convicted. In 2006, with support from the Innocence Project, post-conviction DNA testing identified Steven Cunningham as the actual perpetrator. Cunningham, who was already serving a life senten...
Jun 15, 2025•58 min
William Dathan Holbert, also known as "Wild Bill," is an American criminal who became infamous for his involvement in a series of murders and financial crimes in Panama. www.unforbiddentruth.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/unforbidden-truth--4724561/support .
Jun 09, 2025•30 min
Mark E. Safarik is a retired Supervisory Special Agent who served 23 years with the FBI, including 12 years as a criminal profiler in the Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU). He co-founded Forensic Behavioral Services International, where he consults on complex violent crime cases and has appeared on numerous television programs, including CSI: Las Vegas, Bones, and Killer Instinct. Safarik has authored extensively on criminal behavior and has been featured in international journals and textbooks, co...
Jun 03, 2025•1 hr 11 min
William Harder is known for his controversial collection of items associated with notorious criminals, a hobby often referred to as "murderabilia." His collection includes letters, artwork, and other memorabilia from individuals such as Richard Ramirez, the "Night Stalker," and Charles Manson. Harder has stated that he began his collection after corresponding with Ramirez, leading to a friendship and regular visits to San Quentin State Prison. He has also reached out to other inmates, including ...
Jun 01, 2025•1 hr 37 min
Steve Lynn Nicholson is a Michigan man convicted of two counts of homicide and child abuse following the deaths of his two young children in October 2010. At the time, Nicholson was living in Allen Park, Michigan, where he had sole custody of his son, Jonathan, and shared custody of his daughter, Ella. On the night of October 19, 2010, both children were found dead in his apartment—Jonathan in the bathtub and Ella on the bathroom floor. The prosecution argued that Nicholson intentionally drowned...
May 26, 2025•50 min
The Narco-Satánicos were a notorious criminal cult based in Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico, that became infamous in the late 1980s for combining drug trafficking with ritualistic killings. The group was led by Adolfo de Jesús Constanzo, a Cuban-American who called himself a "palo mayombe" priest—a religion with African-Cuban roots that he distorted into violent, occult practices. Key Facts: 1. Leadership Adolfo Constanzo was the leader and spiritual figurehead. He gained followers among drug traf...
May 19, 2025•13 min
Tamra Tillbrook died by suicide on May 6, 2025. In this interview, we speak with her sister, Nicole, who shares insight into the circumstances that led up to Tamra’s tragic death—and the disturbing allegations involving local law enforcement that have since come to light. https://linktr.ee/Unforbiddentruth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/unforbidden-truth--4724561/support ....
May 19, 2025•1 hr 10 min
Oscar Franklin Smith is a Tennessee death row inmate convicted of the 1989 murders of his estranged wife, Judith Smith, and her two teenage sons, Chad and Jason Burnett, in Nashville. He was sentenced to death in 1990 and is currently the oldest inmate on Tennessee's death row, aged 74. Smith has consistently maintained his innocence. His legal team argues that new DNA evidence—specifically, an unknown male's DNA found on one of the murder weapons—casts doubt on his conviction. Additionally, the...
May 18, 2025•25 min
Dr. Katherine Ramsland is an American forensic psychologist, criminologist, and prolific author, renowned for her extensive work in the fields of criminal psychology and forensic science. Dr. Ramsland has authored over 1,800 articles and 73 books, delving into topics such as serial killers, crime scene investigation, forensic science, and the supernatural. Notable works include The Forensic Science of CSI, The Forensic Psychology of Criminal Minds, and Confession of a Serial Killer: The Untold S...
May 13, 2025•1 hr 19 min
The "Sergeant Daniel Baker Act" is a Tennessee law enacted in 2019 to expedite the appeals process in death penalty cases. Named in honor of Dickson County Sheriff's Sergeant Daniel Baker, who was tragically killed in 2018, the law mandates that death penalty cases be automatically reviewed by the Tennessee Supreme Court, bypassing the Court of Criminal Appeals. This change aims to speed up the judicial process for capital punishment cases. The law was passed following the murder of Sergeant Bak...
May 12, 2025•25 min
Jonathan Todd Schwartz is a former business manager who gained notoriety for embezzling over $7 million from his clients, including singer Alanis Morissette. Between May 2010 and January 2014, Schwartz stole nearly $5 million from Morissette by falsely categorizing the funds as "sundry/personal expenses." He also admitted to embezzling an additional $2.3 million from five other clients during his tenure at GSO Business Management, a firm that served high-profile clients such as Katy Perry, 50 Ce...
May 12, 2025•47 min
Beckie Kay Wiley was a mother whose life was tragically cut short in a quadruple homicide in November 1990. The quiet town of Thermopolis, Wyoming—best known for its mineral hot springs—was shaken by the shocking nature of the crime, which involved her 15-year-old stepson, James Wiley. Once seen as an honor student and student council leader, James fatally shot Beckie and her three sons—Willy, Tyrone, and Jessie—before setting their home on fire. The brutality and unexpected nature of the act dr...
May 06, 2025•49 min
Beckie Kay Wiley was a mother whose life was tragically cut short in a quadruple homicide in November 1990. The quiet town of Thermopolis, Wyoming—best known for its mineral hot springs—was shaken by the shocking nature of the crime, which involved her 15-year-old stepson, James Wiley. Once seen as an honor student and student council leader, James fatally shot Beckie and her three sons—Willy, Tyrone, and Jessie—before setting their home on fire. The brutality and unexpected nature of the act dr...
Apr 28, 2025•42 min
Rojonah Harris is an entrepreneur and creative professional based in Louisiana, United States. She is the founder of Da’Rahj Wear, a hair care line designed to help mothers manage their children's curly and textured hair. The product line includes shampoos, conditioners, and edge control treatments formulated with natural ingredients like coconut oil, biotin, and vitamin E to ease detangling and promote hair health. In addition to her entrepreneurial endeavors, Rojonah has experience in the ent...
Apr 28, 2025•54 min
Dr. Dana Anderson is a licensed clinical and forensic psychologist with over a decade of experience. She specializes in court-ordered evaluations for criminal, family, and civil cases, having conducted thousands of assessments on high-risk offenders. Dr. Anderson is also the host of the podcast Killer Psychologist, where she delves into true crime stories, offering insights into forensic psychology and its application in legal contexts. Her work aims to educate the public and demystify the compl...
Apr 21, 2025•1 hr 21 min
This is the raw audio from a live interview we did with Aurora Theater mass shooting survivor, Rowyn Richards. Join us on Tik Tok on Tuesday & Thursday as we go live with convicted murderers, survivors of violent crime & professionals in the mental health and law enforcement field. https://linktr.ee/Unforbiddentruth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/unforbidden-truth--4724561/support ....
Apr 20, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Susan Monica's story is chilling. She was convicted in 2015 for the murders of two handymen who worked on her farm in Wimer, Oregon. The victims, Stephen Delicino and Robert Haney, went missing in 2012 and 2013, respectively. Monica dismembered their bodies and fed parts to her pigs. Authorities discovered the remains while investigating her for identity theft. Her trial lasted six days, and she received two consecutive 25-year sentences, totaling 50 years in prison. It's a case that highlights ...
Apr 14, 2025•1 hr 16 min
On April 28, 2001 Erica Michelle Marie Green, Harrell's step daughter, was murdered. Her body was discovered the same day, and her was was located on May 1. Erica's identity remained unidentified, classifying her as 'Precious Doe'. On May 5, 2005 Precious Doe was identified as Erica Michelle Marie Green. Erica's mother, Michelle Johnson and her step father, Harrell Johnson were arrested, charged and convicted of her murder. Michelle Johnson is serving a 25 year sentence, Harrell Johnson is servi...
Apr 14, 2025•43 min
On this week's episode, I speak with California lifer, Gala Lui who is serving 1 year-life in prison for pimping and pandering, kidnapping, robberry and terrorist threats. https://linktr.ee/Unforbiddentruth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/unforbidden-truth--4724561/support .
Apr 07, 2025•1 hr
Kirk Levin was released from prison and two days later he was arrested for his mother's murder, after his mother's murder, he kidnapped a woman. Levin is serving life without the possibility of parole. https://linktr.ee/Unforbiddentruth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/unforbidden-truth--4724561/support .
Mar 31, 2025•24 min
On this week's Tik Tok live feed, we speak with the uncle of George Floyd, Selwyn Jones. Selwyn speaks about the murder of his nephew and the impact it has had on everyone. We go live every Tuesday and Thursday on Tik Tok at 5:00 PM PST. My handle is @unforbiddentruthpodcast https://linktr.ee/Unforbiddentruth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/unforbidden-truth--4724561/support ....
Mar 31, 2025•1 hr 50 min
On this episode, I speak with body removal specialist, Ryan and what it's like picking up dead bodies for a living. https://linktr.ee/Unforbiddentruth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/unforbidden-truth--4724561/support .
Mar 24, 2025•23 min
