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Fatal Blend
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”Fatal Blend” is a podcast hosted by Jay and Tee, we share a passion for two things: coffee and true crime, particularly stories about serial killers. We are unfiltered and direct, but our goal is to educate and entertain our listeners with engaging stories. Join us on this fascinating journey and explore the darker side of human behavior.
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Christopher Peterson - Shotgun Killer
Mar 1900:39:48Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we examine the case of Christopher Dwayne Peterson, infamously known as the “Shotgun Killer.” His crimes were shocking to the Indiana area and were a mystery for awhile. However there are still questions surrounding the crimes that were committed and if he really did them. Love the episode? Make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with fellow true crime enthusiasts! Want to Support us? Follow Us On: Buy Me A Coffee Instagram: @Fatal_Blend TikTok: Fatalblend1 Facebook: Fatal Blend Facebook Group: Fatal Blend Podcast References Christopher Dwayne Peterson. (n.d.). Retrieved from They Will Kill You: https://theywillkillyou.com/profile/christopher-dwayne-peterson#google_vignette Christopher Dwayne Peterson. (n.d.). Retrieved from Murderpedia: https://murderpedia.org/male.P/p/peterson-christopher-dwayne.htm Christopher Peterson. (n.d.). Retrieved from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christopher_Peterson_(serial_killer) Christopher Peterson. (n.d.). Retrieved from Academic: https://en-academic.com/dic.nsf/enwiki/11539756 Indiana Shotgun Killer: The Untold story of Christopher Dwayne Peterson. (2025, April 17). Retrieved from True Crime Archives: https://truecrimearchives.blog/christopher-dwayne-peterson-the-indiana-shotgun-killer/ Rosewood, J., & Lo, R. (2017). The Big Book of Serial Killers. LAK Publishing.
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Archibald Hall
Mar 1200:47:04Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we dive into the twisted life of a man who moved easily among the wealthy and powerful—while hiding a violent and deadly secret. Known as “The Killer Butler,” Archibald Hall was a charming conman, master manipulator, and convicted murderer whose crimes shocked Britain in the 1970s. Love the episode? Make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with fellow true crime enthusiasts! Want to Support us? Follow Us On: Buy Me A Coffee Instagram: @Fatal_Blend TikTok: Fatalblend1 Facebook: Fatal Blend Facebook Group: Fatal Blend Podcast References Archibald Hall. (n.d.). Retrieved from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archibald_Hall Archibald Hall. (n.d.). Retrieved from Murderpedia: https://murderpedia.org/male.H/h/hall-archibald.htm Archibald Hall. (n.d.). Retrieved from They Will Kill You: https://theywillkillyou.com/profile/archibald-thomson-hall Archibald Hall. (n.d.). Retrieved from Biographs: https://biographs.org/archibald-hall Archibald Hall: Glasgows Shadowy Butler and His Reign of Terror. (2025, April 16). Retrieved from True Crime Archives: https://truecrimearchives.blog/archibald-thompson-hall-the-killer-butlers-reign-of-terror/ Dalgetty, L. (2024, November 23). Scots Demon butler who became one of UK's notorious killer. Retrieved from Daily Record: https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/scots-demon-butler-who-became-34173447 Rosewood, J., & Lo, R. (2019). The Big Book of Serial killers Another 150 serial killler files of the worlds worst murderers. LAK. Serial killer Archibald Hall is born. (n.d.). Retrieved from On this day in Scotland: https://history.scot/serial-killer-archibald-hall-is-born/ Serial killer born in Glasgow. (2023, June 16). Retrieved from On This Day in Scotland: https://onthisdayinscotland.substack.com/p/scottish-serial-killer-archibald Welford, J. (2023, May 9). The Criminal Career of Archibald Hall. Retrieved from Medium: https://medium.com/lessons-from-history/the-criminal-career-of-archibald-hall-4dc4407f80ca
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Michael McGray
Mar 500:34:34Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we dive into the disturbing crimes of Michael Wayne McGray, one of Canada’s serial killers. From a childhood shaped by abuse and neglect to a murder spree that spanned multiple provinces, McGray’s story is one of rage, instability, and shocking brutality. He eventually confessed to several murders, sometimes bragging about them, and showed little remorse for his actions. Love the episode? Make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with fellow true crime enthusiasts! Want to Support us? Follow Us On: Buy Me A Coffee Instagram: @Fatal_Blend TikTok: Fatalblend1 Facebook: Fatal Blend Facebook Group: Fatal Blend Podcast References Bousquet, T. (2019, July 27). The only reason to go on living is so that I can kill A bone chilling letter from a serial killer . Retrieved from Halifax Examiner: https://www.halifaxexaminer.ca/investigation/the-only-reason-to-go-on-living-is-so-that-i-can-kill-a-bone-chilling-letter-from-a-serial-killer/ Butts, E. (2017, September 18). Michael Wayne McGray. Retrieved from The Canadian Encyclopedia: https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/michael-wayne-mcgray-case Michael Wayne McGray. (2019, July 12). Retrieved from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Wayne_McGray Michael Wayne McGray Serial Killer. (n.d.). Retrieved from My Crime Library: https://mycrimelibrary.com/michael-wayne-mcgray-serial-killer/ Rosewood, J., & Lo, R. (2017). The Big Book of Serial Killers. LAK Publishing. Serial killer Michael Wayne McGray. (n.d.). Retrieved from Crime Solvers Central: https://crimesolverscentral.com/serialkillers/1035 Weaver, J. (n.d.). Who is serial killer Michael McGray? Retrieved from https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/michael-mcgray-serial-killer-brenda-way-glen-assoun-1.5209623
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Feb 2600:49:01Tap to summarizeIt’s our 100th episode, and we’re getting reflective… in the darkest way possible. Jay and Tee revisit the last 50 episodes, ranking the favorites and calling out the worst of the bunch. What cases stuck with us? Which ones bombed? Pour a drink, sit back, and let’s talk serial killers. Love the episode? Make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with fellow true crime enthusiasts! Want to Support us? Follow Us On: Buy Me A Coffee Instagram: @Fatal_Blend TikTok: Fatalblend1 Facebook: Fatal Blend Facebook Group: Fatal Blend Podcast
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Randy Kraft - The Scorecard Killer
Feb 1901:05:49Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we dive into the chilling case of Randy Kraft, one of the most disturbing serial killers in U.S. history. Known as the Scorecard Killer, Kraft’s crimes spanned the 1970s and 1980s, targeting young men across California and beyond. Randy Kraft was a well-educated computer programmer who led a double life—appearing successful and intelligent while secretly committing a series of brutal murders. His victims were often young men he met in bars or hitchhiking, many of whom were drugged, tortured, and left along highways. Kraft earned the nickname Scorecard Killer after police discovered a cryptic list in his car at the time of his arrest. This “scorecard” contained coded entries believed to correspond to his victims. Love the episode? Make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with fellow true crime enthusiasts! Want to Support us? Follow Us On: Buy Me A Coffee Instagram: @Fatal_Blend TikTok: Fatalblend1 Facebook: Fatal Blend Facebook Group: Fatal Blend Podcast References Alsharif, M. (2025, May 10). Serial killer Randy Kraft identified as suspect in 45 year old Oregon cold case murder. Retrieved from NBC News: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/suspect-oregon-cold-case-identified-serial-killer-rcna206013 Goldfarb, K. (2025, December 14). The chilling story of Randy Kraft the Scorecard Killer who kept an eerie list of his victims. Retrieved from All Thats Interesting: https://allthatsinteresting.com/randy-steven-kraft James, T. (2025, May 10). Notorious serial killer Randy Kraft linked to 1980 Oregon cold case with help of forsensic genealogy. Retrieved from That Oregon Life: https://thatoregonlife.com/2025/05/notorious-serial-killer-randy-kraft/ Mellen, G. (2025, February 16). The serial killer who escaped notoriety: inside the crimes of the scorecard killer. Retrieved from Police 1: https://www.police1.com/investigations/the-serial-killer-who-escaped-notoriety-inside-the-crimes-of-the-scorecard-killer Randy Kraft. (n.d.). Retrieved from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Randy_Kraft Randy Kraft, the freeway killer. (n.d.). Retrieved from Crime Library: https://crimelibrary.org/serial_killers/predators/kraft/ Randy Kraft: The Untold Story of a serial killer's childhood. (2025, May 3). Retrieved from True Crime Archives: https://truecrimearchives.blog/randy-kraft-the-untold-story-of-a-serial-killers-childhood/ Rosewood, J., & Lo, R. (2017). The Big Book of Serial Killers. LAK Publishing. Shrestha, N. (2025, June 26). Where is Randy Kraft Now? Update on the Serial Killer. Retrieved from Movie Delic: https://moviedelic.com/randy-steven-kraft/
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Scott Erskine
Feb 1200:45:55Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we explore the life and crimes of Scott Erskine, a serial killer responsible for brutal murders in California in the 90s and Florida in the 80’s. We examine Erskine’s his early criminal behavior. The episode also covers how law enforcement captured Erskine, the evidence that linked him to the killings, and the court proceedings. Love the episode? Make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with fellow true crime enthusiasts! Want to Support us? Follow Us On: Buy Me A Coffee Instagram: @Fatal_Blend TikTok: Fatalblend1 Facebook: Fatal Blend Facebook Group: Fatal Blend Podcast References City News Services. (2019, May 23). California Supreme Court upholds death sentence for man who molested, killed 2 boys in 1993. Retrieved from 10 News: https://www.10news.com/news/local-news/california-supreme-court-upholds-death-sentence-for-man-who-molested-killed-2-boys-in-1993 Gergorio-Nieto, B. (2020, July 3). Man who killed 2 South Bay boys in 1993 dies on death row due to COVID 19 complications. Retrieved from NBC San Diego: https://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/man-who-killed-2-south-bay-boys-in-1993-dies-on-death-row-due-to-covid-19-complications/2359040/ Krueger, P., Bravo, C., & Elias, P. (2019, May 23). Supreme court upholds death penalty conviciton for man who molested, murdered 2 San Diego boys. Retrieved from NBC Los Angeles: https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/california-news/san-diego-county-murderers-death-penalty-conviction-upheld/135625/ Rosewood, J., & Lo, R. (2019). The Big Book of Serial killers Another 150 serial killler files of the worlds worst murderers. LAK. Scott Erskine. (n.d.). Retrieved from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scott_Erskine Scott Erskine. (n.d.). Retrieved from Murderpedia: https://murderpedia.org/male.E/e/erskine-scott-thomas.htm Scott Erskine: The troubled childhood of a serial killer. (2025, May 5). Retrieved from True Crime Archive: https://truecrimearchives.blog/scott-erskine-the-troubled-childhood-of-a-serial-killer/ Scott Thomas Erskine. (n.d.). Retrieved from They WIll Kill You: https://theywillkillyou.com/profile/scott-thomas-erskine Sengupta, S. (2023, April 21). Scott Erskine WHo were his victims? How did the die? Retrieved from The Cinemaholic: https://thecinemaholic.com/scott-erskine-who-were-his-victims-how-did-he-die/
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Peter Manuel - The Beast of Birkenshaw
Feb 500:38:18Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we explore the life and crimes of Peter Manuel, one of Scotland’s most notorious serial killers. Dubbed “The Beast of Birkenshaw,” Manuel terrorized central Scotland in the 1950s with a string of brutal murders. We’ll examine his troubled childhood, escalating violence, shocking crimes, and the investigation that finally brought him to justice. Love the episode? Make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with fellow true crime enthusiasts! Want to Support us? Follow Us On: Buy Me A Coffee Instagram: @Fatal_Blend TikTok: Fatalblend1 Facebook: Fatal Blend Facebook Group: Fatal Blend Podcast References Peter Manuel. (n.d.). Retrieved from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Manuel Peter Manuel. (n.d.). Retrieved from Murderpedia: https://murderpedia.org/male.M/m/manuel-peter.htm Peter Manuel Scotlands worst ever serial killer. (n.d.). Retrieved from Capital Punishment UK: https://capitalpunishmentuk.org/peter-manuel-scotlands-worst-ever-serial-killer/ Peter Manuel The beast of Birkenshaw Glasgows worst serial killer. (n.d.). Retrieved from Crime Investigation: https://www.crimeandinvestigation.co.uk/shows/once-upon-a-true-crime/peter-manuel-the-beast-of-birkenshaw-glasgow-s-worst-serial-killer Rosewood, J., & Lo, R. (2017). The Big Book of Serial Killers. LAK Publishing. The Manuel Murders 156-1958. (n.d.). Retrieved from Police Museum: https://www.policemuseum.org.uk/crime-casebook/interesting-cases/the-manuel-murders-1956-58/ Whitehead, J. (2021, June 7). Peter Manuel The true story of the Scottish serial killer from In Plain Sight, and how many victims he killed. Retrieved from The I Paper: https://inews.co.uk/culture/peter-manuel-true-story-in-plain-sight-scottish-serial-killer-victims-how-many-killed-1038755 Wolanin, A. (2023, August 8). 10 things you didn't know about Peter Manuel Scotlands most notorious serial killer. Retrieved from GBH: https://www.wgbh.org/tv-shows/drama/2019-02-07/10-things-you-didnt-know-about-peter-manuel-scotlands-most-notorious-serial-killer
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Stephen Port - The Grindr Killer
Jan 2900:54:47Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we examine the disturbing case of Stephen Port, a British serial killer who used dating apps to lure young men to their deaths. Between 2014 and 2015, Port murdered four men in Barking, London, exploiting trust, drugs, and systemic failures that allowed him to kill again and again. We explore who his victims were, how police initially misjudged the deaths, and the devastating consequences of those mistakes. Love the episode? Make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with fellow true crime enthusiasts! Want to Support us? Follow Us On: Buy Me A Coffee Instagram: @Fatal_Blend TikTok: Fatalblend1 Facebook: Fatal Blend Facebook Group: Fatal Blend Podcast References Duffield, C. (2023, April 28). Who was Stephen Port and what happened to his victims? Retrieved from Standard: https://www.standard.co.uk/news/who-stephen-port-grindr-killer-murder-victims-b1077567.html France, A. (2024, August 16). How red flags in Grindr Killer Stephen Port's first call to police should have been spotted. Retrieved from The Standard: https://www.standard.co.uk/news/crime/grindr-killer-stephen-port-pictures-london-barking-b1176865.html Keay, L. (2021, November 12). Stephen Port Who is the grindr killer and were opportunitis missed to stop him sooner. Retrieved from Sky News: https://news.sky.com/story/stephen-port-who-is-the-grindr-killer-and-what-happened-to-his-victims-12426538 Mackintosh, T. (2022, June 23). Stephen Port: Met to be reinvestigated over Serial killer. Retrieved from BBC: https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-61909143 Rosewood, J., & Lo, R. (2019). The Big Book of Serial killers Another 150 serial killler files of the worlds worst murderers. LAK. Stephen Port. (n.d.). Retrieved from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Port Stephen Port Met police officers investigated over serial killer. (2023, November 16). Retrieved from BBC: https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-67438106 The Grindr Killer. (n.d.). Retrieved from Birmingham City University: https://www.bcu.ac.uk/blog/sociology-and-criminology/the-grindr-killer White, V. (2025, March 25). Serial Killers disgusting final act to vulnerable man h dumped near graveyard. Retrieved from Mirror: https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/channel-5-stephen-port-call-34928543 White, V. (2025, March 25). Stephen Port: Disturbing Clue serial killer left on laptop that police completely missed. Retrieved from Mirror: https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/stephen-port-channel-5-call-34929709
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Fred and Rosemary West
Jan 2201:05:04Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we explore one of the most disturbing true crime cases in British history—the lives and crimes of Fred and Rosemary West. Behind the walls of their home at 25 Cromwell Street, unimaginable abuse, torture, and murder took place for decades. We examine how their crimes went undetected for so long, the victims whose voices were silenced, and the investigation that finally exposed the truth. Love the episode? Make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with fellow true crime enthusiasts! Want to Support us? Follow Us On: Buy Me A Coffee Instagram: @Fatal_Blend TikTok: Fatalblend1 Facebook: Fatal Blend Facebook Group: Fatal Blend Podcast References Donica, A. (2025, May 21). The horros fo Fred and Rose West started in their own family. Retrieved from Biography: https://www.biography.com/crime/a64830261/fred-and-rose-west Finn, N. (2025, May 24). Killer Couple Fred West and Rose West's Haunting Crimes: 12 murders, including 2 of their own kids. Retrieved from E Online: https://www.eonline.com/news/1417924/rose-west-fred-west-what-happened-to-the-killers-of-12 Fred West. (n.d.). Retrieved from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fred_West Frederick West. (n.d.). Retrieved from Murderpedia: https://murderpedia.org/male.W/w/west-frederick-both.htm Grey, O. (2025, May 9). House of Horrors: married couple responsible for unimaginable crimes. Retrieved from The Lineup: https://the-line-up.com/fred-and-rose-west Gurley, A. (2025, May 16). Where is Rose West Now? Inside her horrific crimes with her husband Fred and why she is the only one serving time. Retrieved from Peoplw: https://people.com/where-is-rose-west-now-11733821 Mercuri, M. (2025, May 15). The horrific true story behind Fred and Rose West and Netflix's A British Horror Story. Retrieved from Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/sites/monicamercuri/2025/05/15/what-did-fred-and-rose-west-do--the-disturbing-truth-behind-a-british-horror-story/ Rose West. (n.d.). Retrieved from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rose_West Rosewood, J., & Lo, R. (2017). The Big Book of Serial Killers. LAK Publishing. Waxman, O. (2025, May 14). The chilling story behind Fred & Rose West A British Horror Story. Retrieved from Time: https://time.com/7285264/fred-and-rose-west-true-story-netflix/
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Juana Barraza- The Old Lady Killer
Jan 1500:34:16Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we dive into the disturbing case of Juana Barraza, one of Mexico’s most notorious serial killers. Known as “La Mataviejitas”—The Little Old Lady Killer—Barraza preyed on elderly women across Mexico City for years, blending in as a nurse, social worker, or caregiver. Her crimes shocked the nation and exposed deep systemic failures in law enforcement, profiling, and the protection of vulnerable populations. Love the episode? Make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with fellow true crime enthusiasts! Want to Support us? Follow Us On: Buy Me A Coffee Instagram: @Fatal_Blend TikTok: Fatalblend1 Facebook: Fatal Blend Facebook Group: Fatal Blend Podcast References Contreas, C. (2023, June 2). How Mexican Serial Killer la Dama del SIlencio Juana Barraza eluded capture. Retrieved from Oxygen True Crime: https://www.oxygen.com/crime-news/what-happened-to-mexican-serial-killer-juana-barraza Juana Barraza. (n.d.). Retrieved from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juana_Barraza Juana Barraza. (n.d.). Retrieved from Murderpedia: https://murderpedia.org/female.B/b/barraza-juana.htm Juana Barraza. (n.d.). Retrieved from Biographs: https://biographs.org/juana-barraza Kaplan, M. (2023, July 26). Shocking story of Mexico's first serial killer a female wannabe wrestler. Retrieved from NY POST: https://nypost.com/2023/07/26/mexicos-first-serial-killer-is-a-female-wannabe-wrestler/ Montavlan, K. (2023, July 18). How La Mataviejitas, Juana Barraza became Mexico's most notorious serial killer. Retrieved from We Are MITU: https://wearemitu.com/wearemitu/culture/la-mataviejitas-juana-barraza-serial-killer/ Redd, W. (2023, March 31). Juana Barraza was a pro wrestler by day and a serial killer by night. Retrieved from All That's Interesting: https://allthatsinteresting.com/juana-barraza Rosewood, J., & Lo, R. (2019). The Big Book of Serial killers Another 150 serial killler files of the worlds worst murderers. LAK. Telfer, T. (2021, January 7). Juana Barraza the woman who was killing mexicos elderly women. Retrieved from Crime Reads: https://crimereads.com/juana-barraza-the-woman-who-was-killing-mexicos-elderly-women/
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