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True Crimecast

Stove Leg Media

True Crimecast is a podcast that adds a unique perspective to the true crime genre. John and Jamie dig into new cases and revisit old ones to try to get to the truth. Each episode takes on a different case and the hosts share both details and theories about what really happened.

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All Episodes

00:09:34

Pope Under Fire - Pope John Paul II

True Crimecast ·

2025/05/16

On May 13, 1981, shots rang out in St. Peter’s Square as Pope John Paul II was struck by bullets fired at close range. In this episode of True Crimecast, Jamie and John unravel the tangled web behind one of history’s most shocking assassination attempts. From Turkish gunman Mehmet Ali Ağca’s shadowy ties to international conspiracies involving the Bulgarian Secret Service and the Soviet KGB, to Pope John Paul II’s remarkable act of forgiveness, this story weaves global politics, religious

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00:09:09

Faith Under Fire - Josh Sullivan

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2025/05/14

On April 10, 2025, armed assailants stormed a church service in Motherwell, kidnapping Pastor Josh Sullivan in front of his wife, children, and congregation. What followed was a tense five-day investigation involving South Africa’s elite police units—and a dramatic rescue that no one saw coming. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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00:35:29

Unthinkable - Robert Manwill

True Crimecast ·

2025/05/13

Tune into True Crimecast for the 2009 tragedy of 8-year-old Robert Manwill, whose abuse by mother Melissa Jenkins and boyfriend Daniel Ehrlich—unmasked by chilling clues—led to a life sentence and plea deal. Discover the investigation, justice, and reforms honoring his legacy. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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00:08:39

Heist

True Crimecast ·

2025/05/13

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00:12:18

The Voice Beyond - Christopher Pelkey

True Crimecast ·

2025/05/09

In a groundbreaking case out of Chandler, Arizona, the trial of Gabriel Horcasitas takes a stunning turn as the voice of the deceased is brought back to life using artificial intelligence. Join Jamie and John as they unpack the shocking road rage shooting of Christopher Pelkey, the contentious trial that followed, and the unprecedented moment when Pelkey’s AI-generated voice delivered a posthumous impact statement during sentencing. This episode delves into the implications of using AI in courtrooms

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00:07:13

Most Wanted - Alvin Scott

True Crimecast ·

2025/05/07

On August 3, 2001, a brutal double homicide in Atlanta's upscale Buckhead neighborhood stunned the community. Alvin Scott, accused of killing his estranged wife Lillia Ivanova and her friend Elie Abi-Saab, vanished without a trace following the calculated attack. In this episode of True Crimecast, Jamie and John unpack the chilling details of the crime, explore the suspect’s mysterious background, and examine how Scott—armed with multiple identities and passports—managed to elude capture for over

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00:43:10

Traitor - Aldrich Ames

True Crimecast ·

2025/05/06

In this gripping episode of True Crimecast, Jamie and John unravel the chilling story of Aldrich Ames, a CIA insider who became one of the most devastating traitors in American intelligence history. Unlike the cinematic spy villains of fiction, Ames was a quiet bureaucrat who leveraged his position, knowledge, and the CIA’s own blind spots to sell secrets to the Soviet Union—secrets that led to the deaths of at least 10 U.S. operatives. Listen and explore how Ames gained access, why he did it, and

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00:10:02

NIL Contracts - Nico and Madden Iamaleava

True Crimecast ·

2025/05/02

A recent change in College athletics allows student athletes to be paid for their Name, image and likeness. Contracts for some prominent athletes can earn players millions of dollars each year. However, when a player signs with a school, and chooses to transfer to a new school before completing their contract, most schools have not sought the buyout clause. However, as discussed in this episode, this may soon be changing.--For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our

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00:10:58

The Fighter - Mary Vincent - Patreon Trailer

True Crimecast ·

2025/05/01

We have covered every type of scumbag that we can imagine on True Crimecast. But, I can not think of a victim who fought harder than Mary Vincent. Her story is as inspiring as it is tragic. God Bless you, Mary.To hear the rest of Mary's case, visit us on Patreon.com and sign up to support the show! --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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00:09:00

ICE - Latrance Battle

True Crimecast ·

2025/04/30

In this episode of True Crimecast, Jamie and John explore the alarming case of Latrance Battle, a Florida woman accused of impersonating a federal immigration agent to kidnap her ex-boyfriend’s wife. Wearing a fake ICE shirt and armed with a counterfeit business card, Battle allegedly lured the woman under the false pretense of an immigration-related arrest. What followed was a chilling reminder of how easily law enforcement gear can be purchased online — and how dangerous that access can become in

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00:50:48

Facilitated Communication - Derrick Johnson

True Crimecast ·

2025/04/29

Derrick Johnson's cerebral palsy left him unable to ever speak a word. However, that changed when an expert in facilitated communication, Anna Stubblefield, met Derrick and helped him speak through her assistance. However, according to Anna, their relationship moved from professional to physical as time passed. Was Derrick in love, or did Anna use Derrick to meet her own evil desires?--For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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00:08:35

Live and Unfiltered - Jodon Romero

True Crimecast ·

2025/04/25

On September 28, 2012, a routine car chase in Arizona quickly spiraled into a national broadcast disaster. As millions watched live on Fox News, 33-year-old Jodon Romero led police on a dangerous, high-speed pursuit through the desert. What viewers didn’t expect was to witness its devastating conclusion—Romero’s suicide, aired unfiltered before the network could cut the feed. The real victims here? Romero's children, who saw this play out right in front of them.--For early, ad free episodes and

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00:08:03

Live On Air - Alison Parker and Adam Ward

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2025/04/23

On August 26, 2015, a routine morning news broadcast turned into a national tragedy when reporter Alison Parker and photojournalist Adam Ward were gunned down live on air. As they interviewed a local community leader in Virginia, the world watched in horror as the unimaginable unfolded on screen.For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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00:48:48

A Christmas Massacre - Ronald Gene Simmons

True Crimecast ·

2025/04/22

Ronald Gene Simmons may be the most evil person who has ever walked this earth. He impregnated his daughter when she was a child. He then went on to murder nearly his entire family. How could one man be so evil? Tune into today's episode to hear about this massacre. For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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00:10:06

What Does the Fox Say - Croydon Cat Killer

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2025/04/18

For years, Londoners lived in fear of a shadowy predator known as the Croydon Cat Killer. More than 400 cats were found dead—mutilated, decapitated, or dismembered in what appeared to be calculated and sinister ways. Pet owners were terrified. The media ran wild. Scotland Yard launched a full-scale manhunt. But after four years of panic and a $170,000 investigation, authorities came to a shocking conclusion.For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

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00:11:29

CHAOS and Control - Charles Manson and MK Ultra

True Crimecast ·

2025/04/16

Charles Manson—cult leader, murderer, madman… or government pawn? In this explosive episode of True Crimecast, Jamie and John dive into a theory that flips the infamous Manson murders on their head. Drawing from journalist Tom O’Neill’s shocking book CHAOS, they explore the chilling possibility that Manson wasn’t acting alone—or even acting on his own volition. Could he have been manipulated by the CIA through mind control programs like MK-Ultra and Operation CHAOS?

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00:37:01

Evil Influence - Arne Johnson

True Crimecast ·

2025/04/15

In 1981, a 19 year old named Arne Johnson killed his landlord in a brutal stabbing. When police arrived to the scene, Arne was still there and said he had no memory of the attack. He claimed the devil made him do it. Would a judge allow such a defense? Can this even happen? This one is wild!

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00:46:12

Polarizing - John O'Keefe and Karen Read (Interview...

True Crimecast ·

2025/04/14

Entertainment/pop culture expert Lauren Conlin joins True Crimecast again in today's bonus episode! Lauren is the host of "The Outlier" Podcast & the “Primetime Crime” Podcast, in addition to her PopCrime.tv YouTube channel.Today, we discuss the details of the very controversial and sometimes confusing case of Karen Read being charged with the murder of Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe. With the second trial beginning soon, get cause up to date on all of the wild happenings in this case. To find

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00:09:33

The Familiar Bomb - Judge Vance and Robinson

True Crimecast ·

2025/04/11

In 1989 Judge Robert Vance and Attorney Robert Robinson each received a package in the mail. Each package contained a bomb which would explode and kill both men inside their homes. How would the FBI and ATF track down the responsible party?

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Brotherly Love - AJ and Adrianna Hutto

True Crimecast ·

2025/04/09

In 2007, Adrianna Hutto drowned in the pool near her home. Once ruled an accident, her death was later classified as a homicide thanks to a key witness: her six year old brother. And he spoke out recently about his controversial testimony almost two decades ago.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

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