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When Killers Get Caught: A True Crime Podcast

What makes someone take another life? That’s the question Brittany Ransom and her guests aim to answer every week. Now in its 3rd year When Killers Get Caught digs deep into killers big and small, obscure supernatural stories and modern true crime mysteries.
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Neama Rahmani protected corporations, prosecuted cartels and now he fights for the little guy

Hey everyone in Serial Killer country! In seeking people connected to justice to speak with in Season 3, Neama Rahmani is the perfect person for the podcast. One of the youngest graduates of Harvard Law, recruited by a massive corporate law firm, then a transition into prosecuting America's most wanted and finally landing on trial law protecting people from unscrupulous bosses and celebrity divas. Neama and I discuss the trajectory of his life, his current cases against some of the biggest names...

Oct 14, 202354 minSeason 3Ep. 5

Nika Nikoubin's delusions were so severe she didn't even know she'd commited a crime

Hey everyone in Serial Killer country! This weeks podcast is a little different. We are talking to Nika Nikoubin, a young woman who attacked a man unprovoked last year and then blamed it on a US drone strike. An interesting podcast for sure as we learn about Nika's upbringing and how she ended up in a hotel room in Las Vegas stabbing her date and unaware of ever doing it? Want to learn more about Nika's story? She wrote a book https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGSYD3CC Nika's Tiktok: https://www.tikto...

Oct 07, 20231 hr 7 min

Sadie Solstice Was Almost Killed By her Ex-boyfriend

Hey all my True Crime Friends, Todays podcast is a doozy. If you haven't seen Sadie on tiktok @lilmiss80 then this episode will be new to you. Sadie is currently 25 years old from Denver, Colorado but when she was 18 years old her boyfriend tried to kill her and her unborn child and almost succeeded. Today, Sadie and I have a frank discussion about her assault and also about the effects of bullying on victims, recovery from Domestic Violence and a future after experiencing it. Episode Trigger Wa...

Sep 08, 20231 hr 35 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Dr. Kelli Martin's True Crime Past Inspired an Upcoming Novel

Hey and thanks for listening! This weeks podcast is an interview with 1st time true crime author Dr. Kelli Martin. While there are many true crime writers across the world Kelli's connection to crime dates back to her childhood in Hood County Texas. I talk to Kelli about her history in law enforcement and the crimes that compelled her to write a book in 2023. If you want to follow Kelli on social media and keep up with the release of Homicide in the Hood, you can find her on Instagram @KelliToml...

Jul 07, 20231 hr 11 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Stephanie Kane & The Murder She Couldn't Forget

Welcome to a brand new episode of When Killers Get Caught! Thanks for stopping by and giving this podcast a listen. In Season 3 I'll be doing normal deep dives on my own but I also wanted to talk with people who've been effected by crime, so you'll be hearing from some writers who felt connected to crime and victims too. 1-2x a month we'll have these special guests as a way to speak to people involved in cases and not just about them. Our guest today was just a young 20 year old college student ...

Jun 09, 20231 hr 16 min

Candy Crimes and Halloween Treats from Yesteryear

HAPPY HALLOWEEN and thanks for listening to When Killers Get Caught! We’re so excited to be back! This week in true crime Brittany is celebrating the arrest of the man responsible for the Delphi murders and Brian’s mad about a group of daycare workers who traumatized children. Brittany’s deep dive is another episode about poison but this time related to Halloween. Brian brings us more Halloween mythology with the discussion of Soul Cakes and a cryptid celebrated in the month of October in Pennsy...

Oct 30, 20221 hr 38 minSeason 2Ep. 29

Jane Toppan For the Love of Poison

Hey there and thanks for listening to When Killers Get Caught! We’re so excited to be back! This week in true crime Brittany has feelings about the new crop of fictional horror that uses true crime as it’s inspiration and Brian’s hopeful that perhaps we can close the chapter on the Moors Murders once and for all. Brittany’s deep dive is into the bizarre life of one of America’s most infamous poisoners, Jane Toppan. Brian is ready for Spooky Season with festive mythology and a cryptid . If you lo...

Oct 02, 20221 hr 58 minSeason 2Ep. 28

Joseph James Deangelo Part II: Catching a killer

Hey there and thanks for listening to When Killers Get Caught! We’re so excited to be back! This week in true crime Brittany discusses a verdict she’s been waiting for since she was a young girl and Brian discusses another Angel of death in the health Care system. Brittany’s deep dive is the 2nd half of the story of Joseph James Deangelo the Golden State Killer. Brittany spent week one discussing his life, his crimes and the duality of a killer. Week 2 cover sthe investigation and capture. Brian...

Sep 18, 20221 hr 54 minSeason 2Ep. 27

Joseph James DeAngelo Part I: The Man and the Mayhem

Hey there and thanks for listening to When Killers Get Caught! We’re so excited to be back! This week in true crime Brittany discusses a cold case finally solved after 39 years and Brian discusses the update to the Only Fans model who killed her boyfriend Courtney Clenney. Brittany’s deep dive is the 1st half of the story of Joseph James Deangelo the Golden State Killer. Brittany spends week one discussing his life, his crimes and the duality. Week 2 will cover the investigation and capture. Bri...

Sep 12, 20221 hr 50 minSeason 2Ep. 26

The Crime and End of Clifford Olson Jr and the Pope lick monster.

Hey there and thanks for listening to When Killers Get Caught! This week in true crime Brittany discusses a missing and found child and Brian discusses a case of animal cruelty that ended okay. Brittany’s deep dive is the 2nd half of Clifford Olsen Jr’s Crimes and what compelled the Canadian justice system to pay him 6 figures for a confession. Then Brian tells the tale of a Kentucky Cryptid and a train trellis still claiming lives. If you love True Crime documentaries Be sure to watch Brittany ...

Aug 06, 20221 hr 43 minSeason 2Ep. 25

The Beginning of a Monster: Clifford Olsen Jr. & El Sibon

Brians back! Hey there and thanks for listening to When Killers Get Caught! This week in true crime Brittany discusses a scamming Bishop and Brian updates us on a prior case. Brittany’s deep dive is the first half of the life and crimes of The Beast of the British Columbia Clifford Olsen Jr and then Brian tells the tale of a Venezuelan bone man. If you love True Crime documentaries Be sure to watch Brittany in her film debut in Sins of the Father: The Green River Killer now streaming for free on...

Jul 30, 20221 hr 53 minSeason 2Ep. 24

Judy Buenoano and Legends from New Jersey

This week Brian takes a break so Brittany’s other podcast buddy Glitch steps in! (listen to her on Anchor.fm/roommatearena) there and thanks for listening to When Killers Get Caught! This week in true crime Brittany can’t believe the person responsible for this heinous crime wrote a memoir and Glitch discusses a Florida man’s unique get away vehicle. Brittany’s deep dive is into the mind of Judy Buenoano the Black Widow from Florida and Glitch loves talking about haunted NJ! If you love True Cri...

Jul 17, 20222 hr 14 minSeason 2Ep. 23

The sad shooter Charles Whitman Jr and The Enfield Horror

Hey there and thanks for listening to When Killers Get Caught! Welcome to our new release time! Noon Saturday EST! This week in true crime Brittany is furious about the murder of Riley Whitelaw and Brian is perplexed by a drug selling grandma’s priorities ! Brittany’s deep dive is into the mind of University of Texas shooter Charles Whitman Jr. and Brian discusses the Enfield Horror We apologize for any inconsistencies in recording. There was a family emergency midway through and parts had to be...

Jul 03, 20222 hr 50 minSeason 2Ep. 22

France’s First Serial Killer & The Haunting of Elmwood Mansion

Hey there and thanks for listening to When Killers Get Caught! Welcome to our new release time! Noon Saturday EST! This week in true crime Brittany gives an update to a murder trial she’s been following and Brian reports on some fast food shenanigans! Brittany’s super deep dive is into France’s first serial killer and killer couple Martin and Marie-Ann Dumollard. Brian is deep into ghost stories, this week a haunted mansion in York! If you love True Crime documentaries Be sure to watch Brittany ...

Jun 25, 20222 hr 13 minSeason 2Ep. 22

A Very Pennsylvania Podcast: Gary Heidnik and the Ghosts of York

Hey there and thanks for listening to When Killers Get Caught! This week in true crime Brittany is intrigued about all the unsolved remains found in Pennsylvania and Brian has found another Chupacabra! Brittany’s super deep dive is into One of the worst creepy killers of Philadelphia history Gary Heidnik and Brian is showing some love for the ghosts of Central Pennsylvania. If you love True Crime documentaries Be sure to watch Brittany in her feature film debut in Sins of the Father: The Green R...

Jun 17, 20222 hr 43 minSeason 2Ep. 21

A Peoples History of Mass Murder and the Aswang

Hey there and thanks for listening to When Killers Get Caught! This week in true crime Brittany talks about the newest development in the Murdaugh case! Brian discusses the finale to a pointy case that’s plagued France for months! This week in True Crime Brittany delves into the history of mass murder in America & Brian talks about a very cool Series of Cryptids from the Philippines. If you like the podcast please support our patreon or merch shop and help us get new equipment to sound and l...

Jun 09, 20221 hr 55 minSeason 2Ep. 20

Charles Manson: Part II - More Helter, Less Skelter & St.John’s Dance

This week we jump straight into The rising of The Manson family cult and the resolution of a man so obsessed with power he’d force his cult to kill for him. If you like the podcast please support our patreon or merch shop and help us get new equipment to sound and look better! Our website: https://www.whenkillersgetcaught.com Merch: https://www.whenkillersgetcaught.shop Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whenkillersgetcaught Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caughtpodcast FB: https://www.facebook.co...

Jun 02, 20222 hr 35 minSeason 2Ep. 19

Charles Manson Part I: The Man Behind The Monster

This week in True Crime Brittany discusses another con man from social media & Brian crushes child hood dreams as we learn that one of our faves is going to Federal prison. Brittany begins her deep dive into the life of Charles Manson covering his bizarre childhood that lead into an even stranger adulthood. Brian teaches Brittany that there’s more to the lore around the Chupacabra! If you like the podcast please support our patreon or merch shop and help us get new equipment to sound and loo...

May 26, 20222 hr 4 minSeason 2Ep. 18

Haunted Paintings- Dont Put Them In Your Bedroom

This week you're stuck with your creepy buddy Brian! He gives us a story above thieves who learn the hard way not to steal. Then Later on Brian discusses some awesome artwork! Our website: https://www.whenkillersgetcaught.com Merch: https://www.whenkillersgetcaught.shop Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whenkillersgetcaught Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caughtpodcast FB: https://www.facebook.com/WhenKillersGetCaught Artist: https://www.instagram.com/bonesy_doodles Artist: https://www.instagram....

May 19, 202248 minSeason 2Ep. 17

Marcus Wesson's horrid vampire cult & The Dyybuk Box

Hey everyone and thanks for your patience getting this up late today. We had some technical difficulties and there might be a few minor glitches in the show today. You're not hearing things it was a messup on our end. This week in True Crime a man in Maine tries to hide from the police in a spooky way and people keep losing their mind on planes since the airlines opened up fully. This is why we can't have nice things. Our deep dive this week is into the cult of incest of abuse from Marcus Wessen...

May 12, 20222 hr 40 minSeason 2Ep. 16

Who was Aileen Wuornos? & Baba Yaga

This week in True Crime Familial DNA is catching cold case killers like poke balls and a woman jumps out an 8 story apartment to get away from an attacker. Brittany’s dives into the tragic life of America’s most prolific woman serial killer. Brian discusses the mythos around Baba Yaga and how it’s effected other lore. If you like the podcast please support our patreon or merch shop and help us get new equipment to sound and look better! Our Sponsor: https://abc.com/shows/who-do-you-believe Our w...

Apr 28, 20222 hr 34 minSeason 2Ep. 15

The Bodies In the Barrels & spooky video games

This week in true crime Brittany talks about the body in the hockey bag and Brian talks about a teen girl who scared off a criminal. Then Brittany discussed the crime that shook Australia and Brian has some spooky stories about video games. If you like the podcast please support our patreon or merch shop and help us get new equipment to sound and look better! Our website: https://www.whenkillersgetcaught.com Merch: https://www.whenkillersgetcaught.shop Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whenkiller...

Apr 21, 20222 hr 22 minSeason 2Ep. 14

The Bayou Strangler: Ronald Dominique & Another water cryptid

This week in True Crime another serial killer has been caught thanks to familial DNA and Brian discusses the influencer murderer. This week we deep dive into the weird world of Ronald Dominique, The Bayou Strangler. and Brian releases the Kraken. If you like the podcast please support our patreon or merch shop and help us get new equipment to sound and look better! Our website: https://www.whenkillersgetcaught.com Merch: https://www.whenkillersgetcaught.shop Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/when...

Apr 14, 20222 hr 38 minSeason 2Ep. 13

Rodney Alcala & Dopplegangers

This week in True Crime the FBI wants you to know about a scam that targets teen boys and a black cat meets 2 mean dogs, because of 2 teen boys. Brittany’s Deep Dive is the life and times of Narcissist Rodney Alcala and Brian discusses the multicultural lore around your supernatural twin. Link to read Rodney Alcala's book You, The Jury: https://archive.org/details/youjury0000alca If you like the podcast please support our patreon or merch shop and help us get new equipment to sound and look bett...

Mar 31, 20222 hr 38 minSeason 2Ep. 12

The hunt for the Grim Sleeper and the Apology Line

This week in True Crime Brittany discusses the man of uncountable identities and then Brian discusses a very angry dentistry patient. Brittany’s Deep Dive is in the Grim Sleeper and Brian discusses The Apology Project. If you like the podcast please support our patreon or merch shop and help us get new equipment to sound and look better! Our website: https://www.whenkillersgetcaught.com Merch: https://www.whenkillersgetcaught.shop Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whenkillersgetcaught Tiktok: htt...

Mar 24, 20222 hr 40 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Tommy Lynn Sells 20 year crime spree & the dangers of sleeping in strangers home

It’s Brittany and Brian, back with an extra long episode of When Killers Get caught! Thanks so much to all of the folks who left us kind words while we were gone. This week in True Crime Brittany judges a woman who made up a story and hopefully will be getting punished soon, then Brian gives a new reason why you shouldn’t punch every racist. Brittany deep dives into the horrors of Tommy Lynn Sells and Brian discusses the scary side of Vacation rentals. If you like the podcast please support our ...

Mar 17, 20222 hr 41 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Wayne Williams and the Atlanta Child Murders

The questions around Wayne Williams have only increased as his time in prisons continues and the Williams maintains his innocence. After you listen to today’s podcast with Brittany, let us know what you think? If you like the podcast please support our patreon or merch shop! Our website: https://www.whenkillersgetcaught.com Merch: https://www.whenkillersgetcaught.shop Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whenkillersgetcaught Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caughtpodcast FB: https://www.facebook.com/...

Mar 03, 20221 hr 19 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Young love gone wrong with Charles Starkweather and Caril Anne Fugate; What is Analogue Horror?

Lovers of all things true crime this week we bring you a doozy of an episode. This week in true crime Brittany tells us a tale of a man in Texas who was caught after 38 years by using the same technology they used to catch the golden state killer. Then Brian tells us about a man who wasn't too happy with his happy meal and his 4 year child. Brittany dives deep with the story of Charles Starkweather and Caril Ann Fugate, how they met, how obsessive and possessive Charles was, just how much Charle...

Feb 24, 20222 hr 11 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Who were Bonnie and Clyde Really? Let's talk about Champ.

Hey there Serial Killer Fans! This week in True Crime Police witness an interesting thing through a window, Brians updates the PA cryptid story and then we discuss a horrid attack on a Fedex Driver. Brittany attempts to filter through the incredible amount of lore around Bonnie and Cyde and Discover the truth. Brian shares a favorite river monter. If you like the podcast please support our patreon or merch shop! Our website: https://www.whenkillersgetcaught.com Merch: https://www.whenkillersgetc...

Feb 17, 20221 hr 55 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Fred and Rosemary West: The Worst Kind of Love & Spectrophilia

Happy Valentines Day, nothing like the season of love to remind you that sometimes killers meet, find out they love each other and then go on murderous rampages that make them the most hated people in the UK. This week in True Crime Brittany discusses a man who took a joke about mayo entirely too far, and Brian thinks we may have found a new cryptid in Pennsylvania. Our deep dives this week are into the West Family of England. A depraved couple who hurt everyone around them for over 20 years. Th...

Feb 10, 20222 hr 14 minSeason 2Ep. 6
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