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Wife of Crime

A true crime podcast hosted by a married couple from the Bronx, NYC. Jess (the wife) tells her husband Russ true crime stories. They sip some cocktails and discuss the ins and outs of the case. Since their opinions are generally different perspectives, it makes for an entertaining discussion.

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62:18

What THEY do in the shadows - Vampires

Wife of Crime ·

2024/10/23

On this episode of Wife of Crime I'm sticking with the Halloween theme and we are falling down the rabbit hole about Vampires! Folklore and legends are so fun to explore especially during this spooky time BUT what happens when folklore is taken way too seriously? I have 3 cases that get progressively worse, showing how beliefs in Vampires and the legends surrounding them can lead to evil rumors, weird rituals and even murder! Moral of the story... "if someone tells you they're a Vampire, just punch

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62:09

The Ring- Teresita Basa

Wife of Crime ·

2024/10/10

On this episode of Wife of Crime I think I FINALLY have a case that may prove to Russ that ghosts are real!! Teresita Basa was a fun loving, ambitious Filipino lady living in Chicago. She was living her best life in America when one day someone betrayed and murdered her! The case would take a wild turn 6 months later when a couple claimed to know who killed Teresita, they said they knew this information because her spirit told them who did it! Moral of the story....“There are more things in Heaven

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70:30

The lid is about to blow off this thing any minute! -...

Wife of Crime ·

2024/09/25

On this episode of Wife of Crime I am telling Russ about a case that has stumped law enforcement and the true crime community for years! Asha Degree went missing from her home in the middle of the night in Shelby, NC 24 years ago. Just last week the sheriff's department executed search warrants and seized a ton of evidence! I'm gonna tell you all about Asha's case, the details that have been deemed insignificant and all the new developments that are coming out! I hope and pray for the sake of her

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46:25

"Can she still make a good sammit" - Maria Licciardi

Wife of Crime ·

2024/09/12

On this episode of WOC I'm telling Russ about the first female Mob Boss in Italian mafia history! Maria Licciardi was born into a mob family as the daughter of the boss of Licciardi Clan. After multiple deaths and arrests in her clan she would take over the reigns and prove to be more strategic, intelligent and heartless than her male counterparts. The Licciardi Clan is part of one of Italy's most ruthless mafia organizations, The Camorra and although she is in locked up Maria is still calling shots

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67:37

Operation Finale - Adolf Eichmann

Wife of Crime ·

2024/08/21

On this episode of Wife of Crime I'm telling Russ the inspiring story of the special agents tasked with taking down one of the most evil men who ever lived, Adolf Eichmann, the architect of the Holocaust. Everyone can agree that there isn't anything much worse than a Nazi. The Nazi's did unspeakable things and at the end of WW2 around 5000 of them fled Germany and got away with it. BUT I'm interested in the heros of this horrific story... the men and women who made it their life's mission after the

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67:28

Not Me, Not Today! - Ashley Reeves

Wife of Crime ·

2024/08/01

On this episode of WOC I am telling Russ about the case of Ashley Reeves. Ashley was a high school student who had her whole life ahead of her. She had a school girl crush on a teacher who took advantage and manipulated her. Little did she know he was a wolf in sheep's clothing and sadly as of this year, that wolf is a free man. Moral of the story... "Hell is empty and all the devils are here" - William ShakespeareSponsors: This episode is sponsored by Better

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48:15

Man's Best Friend - Marty Duram and Bud

Wife of Crime ·

2024/07/15

On this episode of Wife of Crime I'm telling Russ a fascinating case about a man who was murdered and how his pet parrot helped solve his case! Marty Duram had a Parrot named Bud and the two were incredibly close. When Marty was murdered police had no leads so sadly the case would end up going cold... UNTIL Bud started talking! Police heard what Bud had to say and decided to reopen their investigation! Moral of this story... we don't deserve animals!Sponsors: This episode is sponsored by Better

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56:07

Snapped! - Susan Wright

Wife of Crime ·

2024/06/26

On this week's episode I'm telling Russ the case of Susan and Jeff Wright. On the outside they looked like a happy couple with a growing family but behind closed doors the relationship was very toxic and abusive. Was Susan a cold blooded murderer or just a woman who had enough?? Moral of this story... things aren't always what they seem.Sponsors: This podcast is brought to you y Better Help Betterhelp.com/wifeofcrime1 Patreon: Patreon.com/wifeofcrimepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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70:36

**Patreon Preview** TCAC Dad of the year! - Dream Killer

Wife of Crime ·

2024/06/17

In honor of Father's Day we decided to throw one of our many True Crime and Chill episodes on the main feed for those of you who aren't currently in the crime family! We watched and reviewed the documentary Dream Killer way way back in 2021. This is the case of Ryan Ferguson who was wrongfully convicted of murder and his father's relentless effort to free him! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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78:40

"I'll just lie..." - The Murder of Stephanie Crowe

Wife of Crime ·

2024/06/05

On this episode of WOC I'm telling Russ the type of case I've been avoiding for a long time. See, I know how Russ thinks and I know when it comes to false confessions he is extremely close minded and quick to judge. I went into this conversation knowing that his opinion will probably annoy me but also hopeful that he might actually learn something, and to my surprise I think he actually, kind of did :) Moral of this story... "if cops try to question you for a crime you didn't commit tell them SMD I

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70:07

TAKEN - Miriam Rodriguez

Wife of Crime ·

2024/05/12

On this episode of Wife of Crime we are honoring all of our amazing mom listeners out there with one of the most incredible stories I've ever told! Miriam Rodriguez was a mom of 3, wife and business owner living in Mexico. In 2014 her daughter Karen was kidnapped by the Los Zetas Cartel and Miriam made it her life's mission to hunt down each and every one of her kidnappers and make them pay! This story is so inspiring it needs to be Netflix's next series! Moral of this story... "Fear is just a

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51:17

A Real Head Scratcher - Cynthia Anderson

Wife of Crime ·

2024/04/27

On this week's episode of Wife of Crime I'm telling Russ about the mysterious disappearance of Cynthia Anderson. Cindy was a young girl with her whole life ahead of her. She just put in her 2 week notice at her job at a law firm because she was heading off to college. Just 10 days before she was due to leave she completely disappeared. The circumstances surrounding her disappearance were incredibly bizarre and still leave everyone scratching their heads some 40 years later. Moral of this story... if

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74:25

"Happy Birthday Mr. President" - Marylin Monroe

Wife of Crime ·

2024/04/11

On this episode of Wife of Crime we dive deep into the conspiracy's surrounding the death of one of the most famous women that ever lived Norma Jean Mortenson a.k.a Marilyn Monroe! The events surrounding her death were incredibly mysterious and over the years numerous conspiracy theories have formed involving her doctors, her house keeper, the mafia, the CIA and even the Kennedys. So jump down the rabbit hole with us as I tell Russ all about her life and her untimely death. Moral of the story..

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55:55

"Third time's the charm" - Kenneth McDuff

Wife of Crime ·

2024/03/27

On this episode of Wife of Crime I'm telling Russ about the most notorious serial killer in Texas history! Kenneth McDuff was a life long bully and trouble maker who, not surprisingly would end up on death row in 1966 for a triple homicide. 10 years later, because of the death penalty being banned nationwide and Texas prisons being overcrowded HE GOT OUT!! He would go on to ruthlessly murder multiple women over the next few years. Because of McDuff, the State of Texas had to change the way they

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46:14

Not Me Not Today - Anita Wooldridge

Wife of Crime ·

2024/03/13

On this week's episode I'm telling Russ about the amazing survival of Anita Wooldridge. Imagine your biggest fear... Now, imagine having to live it for 8 days straight. This case unlocks MY biggest fears! The woman at the center of it, 21 year old Anita Wooldridge had a mind set I only pray I could have I those moments. Moral of the story... Yet again, a fascinating example of the depth our brain will go to in order to protect us!Sponsors: This week's episode is sponsored by Better

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54:30

My Toxic Valentine - Mike and Denise Williams

Wife of Crime ·

2024/02/28

On this week's episode, I'm telling Russ the case of Mike and Denise Williams. In December of 2000 Mike Williams went missing while on a duck hunting trip at Lake Seminole. Police quickly came to the conclusion that this must have been a tragic accident. BUT there was one person who knew in her heart that this was way more than just an accident, and she spent 17 years on a mission to prove it! Moral of the story... "there is no force on earth more powerful than a mother's love."Sponsors: This

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43:08

"Why Gary Why?!"- Jody Plauche

Wife of Crime ·

2024/02/08

On this episode of WOC I'm telling Russ a case about a father who took the law into his own hands! Gary Plauche was filled with pure rage after he learned the horrors his son Jody faced at the hands of his karate teacher. Gary didn't think our justice system would give this man the punishment he deserved so Gary took care of it himself. Moral of this story... He wasn't ready for that smoke! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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59:16

Wolves in sheep's clothing - Julie Rae

Wife of Crime ·

2024/01/17

On this week's episode I'm telling Russ all about the wrongful conviction and exoneration of a woman named Julie Rae! Her story is totally nuts and actually brings up 2 other cases we have already covered. Way back in 2020 I told Russ about the case of Darlie Routier and my opinion on it caused us to get more hate e-mail then any other episode! Julie's case is eerily similar to Darlie's and may even make some of you question if Darlie should be on death row right now. Moral of the story... Its the

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41:57

2023 Wrap Up

Wife of Crime ·

2024/01/05

This year was insane and although we had a lot of heart ache we also had a lot of fun with the podcast. This is such a great reminder of how much joy the podcast brings us even in the hardest times of our lives. We love this awesome community that we've built! Thank you guys so much for everything ❤️ Sponsors! This episode is sponsored by Better help! Betterhelp.com/wifeofcrime1 Factor75 factor.com/wifeofcrime50 promo code: wifeofcrime50 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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63:00

The Forgotten People - MMIW

Wife of Crime ·

2023/12/21

On this week's episode I'm telling Russ 3 cases of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women in America. The cases of Kaysera Stops Pretty Places, Henny Scott and Kimberly Bearclaw Iron. Big Horn County Montana is like ground zero for the MMIW movement. There are countless cases of women disappearing or being murdered in the area but their cases never get solved. The issues in Big Horn County are multidimensional but the fact of the matter is these women deserve justice. Sadly there are many

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