Podcast Summary: “12 Days of Crimes-Mas Begins Tomorrow!”
Podcast: Scams, Money, & Murder
Host: Crime House (Vanessa Richardson)
Date: December 21, 2025
Episode Overview
This brief episode serves as an announcement from Vanessa Richardson, inviting listeners to the upcoming “12 Days of Crimes-Mas,” a special holiday series featuring daily true crime episodes curated from the extensive Crime House library. Vanessa explains her curation approach and teases both high-profile and holiday-themed cases, all designed to keep true crime fans engaged throughout the holiday season.
Key Discussion Points and Insights
1. Introducing “Clues” (00:02)
- Vanessa begins by recommending a fellow Crime House original podcast, Clues with Morgan Absher and Kaylin Moore.
- She highlights the show’s approach: "Every Wednesday, Morgan and Kaelyn dig into the world's most notorious crimes, clue by clue. From serial killers to shocking murders. They follow the trail of clues, break down the evidence and debate the theories."
- Vanessa invites the audience to listen to Clues across major podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music.
2. Vanessa’s True Crime Credentials (00:36)
- Vanessa reintroduces herself to new listeners, referencing her work on Conspiracy Theories, Cults, and Crimes and Killer Minds.
- She sets the stage for her latest project, sharing her passion for making curated content more accessible:
“There’s a lot of true crime out there and sometimes it can be difficult to know what to explore next. But I want to help.” (00:42)
3. The “12 Days of Crimes-Mas” Event (00:50)
- Vanessa announces a new curated initiative: “Beginning this year, this feed will feature my curated collections of themed episodes from Crime House’s deep library of true crime cases and mysteries.”
- She connects this event to the holiday season:
“What better place to start than this holiday season? I’m bringing you 12 days of Crimes-Mas: daily crime cases from across the Crime House library.” (00:57)
- Listeners can expect a mix of “the biggest cases of the year” and “holiday themed true crime cases.”
- She specifies the launch: “Beginning tomorrow, there will be episodes for you all holiday season long.” (01:08)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- Vanessa Richardson (00:49):
"I want to help" [with true crime recommendations]; emphasizing her role as a guide for listeners in an overwhelming podcast landscape.
- Vanessa Richardson (00:57):
“I’m bringing you 12 days of Crimes-Mas: daily crime cases from across the Crime House library. From the biggest cases of the year to holiday themed true crime cases.”
- Vanessa Richardson (01:08):
“Beginning tomorrow, there will be episodes for you all holiday season long.”
Timestamps for Important Segments
- 00:02 — Vanessa introduces “Clues,” a recommended Crime House podcast.
- 00:36 — Vanessa discusses her background in true crime shows.
- 00:50 — Announcement of curated Crime House episode collections.
- 00:57 — Introduction of “12 Days of Crimes-Mas” special series.
- 01:08 — Confirmation of daily episodes starting the next day.
Tone and Language
- Vanessa maintains a friendly and enthusiastic tone throughout, using inclusive language designed to make listeners feel part of the Crime House community.
- The content is informative, encouraging exploration within the true crime genre, and sets a festive yet suspenseful mood to match the holiday season.
Summary
This episode is a concise, engaging invitation for true crime fans to tune in for the “12 Days of Crimes-Mas,” promising a diverse selection of cases to accompany listeners throughout the holiday season. Vanessa Richardson leverages her expertise and credibility to promise a thoughtfully curated audio experience, ensuring that fans of the genre won’t run out of gripping content over the holidays.
