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I Wish You Were Here
Hosted by Michelle Cuervo · EN
Each week, we hang out together to explore real-life crimes that leave more questions than answers. From small-town secrets to shocking twists, nothing is ever as simple as it seems.I'll talk about it from my couch, you listen to it from yours. And although it is fun talking through a camera, I sure do wish you were here.
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The Serial Killer Clown: John Wayne Gacy
Aug 2000:38:58Summary readyIn this episode, we take a look at the disturbing case of John Wayne Gacy, one of America's most notorious serial killers. Known as the "Killer Clown," Gacy was responsible for the deaths of over 30 young men and boys during the 1970s. We cover the key facts, timeline, and how he was finally brought to justice.
SummaryBrothers, Betrayal, and Beverly Hills: The Menendez Brothers Pt. II
Aug 12, 202500:42:13Summary readyThis is part II of the Menendez Brothers! In Part I we discussed the crime and the timeline of events, in Part II we discuss the trial, the verdict, and the aftermath. All these years later - we continue to unravel the layers behind a case that still doesn’t sit right.
SummaryBrothers, Betrayal, and Beverly Hills: The Menendez Brothers
Aug 2, 202500:51:20Summary readyIt’s one of those cases where the headlines never told the full story. A picture-perfect family, a brutal crime, and two sons at the center of it all. This week, we’re unraveling the layers behind a case that still doesn’t sit right.
SummaryFrom Palace to Prison: The Story of Jane Andrews
Jul 23, 202500:49:17Summary readyShe had a dream job working for royalty—but what happens when the fairy tale falls apart? In this episode, we’re diving into the twisted story of Jane Andrews, the former royal dresser who went from Buckingham Palace to prison for murder. This is a case of obsession, control, and a brutal end to a toxic relationship.
SummaryRuby Franke and 8 Passengers: What Really Happened
Jul 16, 202500:35:31Summary readyRuby Franke, the face of the "8 Passengers" YouTube channel, built a family brand on discipline and faith—until everything came crashing down. In this episode, we unpack the disturbing charges, the role of Jodi Hildebrandt, and how the warning signs were hiding in plain sight.
SummaryA Deep Dive: P Diddy’s Lore
Jul 10, 202500:36:59Summary readySean “Diddy” Combs built an empire on success… and secrecy. In this episode, we dive deep into the myths, whispers, and receipts surrounding Diddy — the glamorous white parties, the rise of Bad Boy, and the long list of tragedies and lawsuits that seem to follow his name. This isn’t just a timeline — it’s a breakdown of the lore.
SummaryThe Voices Larry Nassar Tried To Silence
Jul 2, 202500:37:45Summary readyHe was the trusted doctor for Olympic champions—praised, protected, and put on a pedestal. But behind the exam room door, Larry Nassar was a predator. In this episode, we unravel how he got away with abusing hundreds of girls for decades, the institutions that failed them, and the survivors who found their voices—and brought him down.
SummaryThe Perfect Husband? Until the Bodies Were Found
Jun 25, 202500:39:22Summary readyOn Christmas Eve 2002, Laci Peterson—eight months pregnant—vanished from her Modesto home. Her husband Scott said she went for a walk. But what unraveled next was a story of betrayal, a secret affair, and a nation gripped by suspicion.In this episode, we break down the investigation, the shocking discovery, and the trial that made headlines for years. Was Scott Peterson a grieving husband—or was it all just a performance?
SummaryHollywood’s Darkest Secret: The Black Dahlia Murder
Jun 17, 202500:33:22Summary readyIn January 1947, the mutilated body of a young woman was found in a vacant lot in Los Angeles—severed in half, drained of blood, and posed with eerie precision. Her name was Elizabeth Short. But the world would come to know her as The Black Dahlia.In this episode, we peel back the layers of one of the most haunting unsolved murders in American history. Who was Elizabeth before she became a headline? And why, after decades of suspects, theories, and confessions, does the case remain officially unsolved?From the dark feel of post-war Hollywood to the strange and disturbing clues left behind, this story is more than just a murder—it’s a descent into obsession, power, and the shadows where justice never quite reaches.
SummarySix Small Coffins: Inside Mick Philpott’s Twisted Mind
Jun 10, 202500:42:11Summary readyHe was once seen as a struggling father of 17—famous for living off the state and sparking debate across Britain. But behind closed doors, Mick Philpott was something far darker. In this episode, we dive deep into the twisted life of the man who orchestrated a fire that killed six of his own children in a sick attempt to play the hero and win a custody battle. From his disturbing control over the women in his life to the press conference that left the world uneasy, we unravel the shocking truth behind the Derby house fire that horrified the nation. This is a story of manipulation, obsession, and a plan so evil, it turned a father into a killer.
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