x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast

Olivia Cornu & John Conner

John Conner & Olivia Cornu are exploring some of the craziest true crime cases of all time in a brand new, weekly, interactive podcast, where the listeners get a say in just how scary each true crime case really is. If you find yourself falling asleep to serial killer documentaries, researching true crime cases, and spending your free time thinking about what makes a murderer snap, then Check the Locks needs your killer instincts to decide - which cases are evil enough to make you check your

true crime

All Episodes

97:56

A Very Special Halloween

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/10/30

It's Halloween, and we are sending Olivia out with a truly terrifying case. In August 1990, the quiet college town of Gainesville, Florida, was gripped by terror. Over just four days, five students were brutally murdered by a man who came to be known as The Gainesville Ripper. As panic spread across campus, dorms emptied, and locks clicked shut across the city. Join us as we welcome special guest Jessica Gomez to discuss the Gainesville Ripper, the real-life horror that inspired the movie

en-US

23:00

The Trick-Or-Treat Murders

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/10/27

Halloween night, 1957 — a knock at the door, a masked visitor, and a single gunshot that leaves a man dead. But this wasn’t a random attack. Behind the disguise lies a story of jealousy, obsession, and betrayal that shattered the illusion of suburban perfection. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the Trick or Treat Murder of Peter Fabiano. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a

en-US

18:34

True Crime for the Short on Time: The Luna Family...

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/10/23

In September of 1993, what began as a petty theft spiraled into one of Arizona’s most brutal family murders. When a man who was convinced the system had failed him decided to take justice into his own hands. And sadly, an innocent family paid the price. A mother, father, teenage daughter, and a five-year-old boy—each caught in a web of vengeance that no one saw coming. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the Luna Family Murders. Will this case be enough to

en-US

26:28

Neighborhood Stories

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/10/20

This week, a new Netflix documentary has inspired a deeper look at neighborhood violence. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss two stories where Halloween went wrong. Will these cases be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis

en-US

16:41

True Crime for the Short on Time: If I Die, It Was Greg

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/10/16

In Massachusetts, Kylee Monteiro was young, pregnant, and hopeful — until a chilling text to her sister read, “If I die, it was Greg.” Days later, she was gone. When police began to dig into her disappearance, the truth they uncovered was darker than anyone imagined. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss a breaking story. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?If you are experiencing domestic violence, know that help is available. Please call the

en-US

23:34

True Crime for the Short on Time: Louisiana Amber...

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/10/13

A Louisiana woman is brutally murdered. Then, her killer kidnaps her young daughters. When the ordeal is over, the police will be left with two bodies. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss an update to a previous episode. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is

en-US

27:02

The Minnesota Waitress Murders PT. 3

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/10/09

Cold case detectives will stop at nothing to find answers. And when old evidence is reviewed with fresh eyes, a killer comes into focus. But would there be enough to build a case? Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the conclusion of the Minnesota Waitress Murders. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe

en-US

31:06

The Minnesota Waitress Murders PT. 2

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/10/06

Joseph Ture was now the main suspect in two murder cases. What came next baffled investigators. Including baffling confessions written in letters to a judge. But would a solid alibi prove that Ture was playing an insidious game? Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss part two of the Minnesota Waitress Murders. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by

en-US

17:44

An Important Update From Check The Locks

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/10/02

Join John and Olivia as they discuss an important update about the podcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/check-the-locks-a-true-crime-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

en-US

19:01

The Minnesota Waitress Murders PT. 1

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/09/29

A quiet walk home from a late-night shift. A small-town waitress is closing out the till. What starts with a family murder spans decades across Minnesota. Young women vanish or are found brutally murdered. Leaving behind a trail of violence. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the Minnesota Waitress Murders. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling

en-US

19:44

True Crime for the Short on Time: Paityn, Evelyn, &...

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/09/25

In Washington State, a father picks up his daughters for visitation. When he fails to bring them home, their mother reports the girls missing. As a search begins, a mother's worst fears become reality. Now, it seems that the story may be coming to a close. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss an update to a developing story and the loss of three innocent children. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our

en-US

23:02

Cyanide and Secrets

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/09/22

In 2013, a Doctor of Neurology, and rising star, collapsed suddenly in her Pittsburgh home. Days later, she was gone. As investigators searched for answers, they discovered her husband had purchased a deadly poison just before her death. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Dr. Autumn Klein. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling

en-US

11:53

True Crime for the Short on Time: A Secret in the Closet

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/09/18

When a welfare check leads South Carolina deputies to a quiet Myrtle Beach home, they expect a routine visit. But what they find is anything but. A blood-covered woman answers the door—and inside, a horrifying trail leads officers to a locked closet... and a chilling discovery. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss a developing story. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to

en-US

37:58

Left In The Woods PT. 2

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/09/11

For 26 years, Bob Siders fought for justice. Hoping to find his daughter's killer. Thanks to the work of dedicated investigators, Bob finally got the answers he was looking for. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss part 1 of the murder of Shannon Siders. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our websiteSubscribe and Review

en-US

20:23

Left In The Woods

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/09/08

In the summer of 1989, an 18-year-old girl vanished after a night out with friends in Newaygo, Michigan. Three months later, a hunter made a chilling discovery deep in the Manistee National Forest—her brutally beaten body. For decades, her murder went cold, haunting the tight-knit community and leaving her family desperate for answers. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss part 1 of the murder of Shannon Siders. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow

en-US

11:14

True Crime for the Short on Time: A Drive With The Wife

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/09/04

In September 2025, a traffic stop in southern Illinois uncovered a chilling scene—a man behind the wheel with his wife's lifeless body in the car. Investigators soon traced the crime back to the couple’s home. What led to this tragic betrayal? Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Amy Finney. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling

en-US

10:00

True Crime for the Short on Time: The McStay Family

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/09/01

In 2010, an everyday family vanished from their Southern California home without a trace. Their SUV was found near the border, and many believed they had fled to Mexico. But years later, a shocking discovery in the Mojave Desert revealed the truth—the family had been brutally murdered. Who would want an entire family dead, and why? Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of the McStay family. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow

en-US

18:43

True Crime for the Short on Time: Killer of 100 Boys

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/08/28

In the late 1990s, Lahore, Pakistan, was gripped by fear when a mysterious figure began preying on the most vulnerable—runaway and homeless boys. When police received a chilling letter of confession, the horrifying truth was revealed. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the "killer of 100 boys," Javed Iqbal. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail

en-US

15:41

The Babysitter. The Monster.

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/08/25

When San Diego parents used a reputable childcare site, they thought their children were safe. Instead, the trusted babysitter and her boyfriend committed horrifying crimes against the most vulnerable kids. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the childcare predator, Brittney Lyon. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our websiteSubscribe and

en-US

13:26

The Girl Who Never Came Home

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/08/18

On August 21st, 1996, an 11-year-old girl vanished from her quiet Moline, Illinois, neighborhood. Witnesses reported seeing her climb into a gray sedan with an unknown man—and she was never seen again. For decades, the case went cold, leaving her family desperate for answers. Now, nearly 29 years later, a shocking indictment has brought new hope for justice. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the disappearance of Trudy Appleby. Will this case be enough to make you check the

en-US

307 results

Similar Podcasts

Australian True Crime

Bravecasting

True Crime Podcast 2025 - Police Interrogations, 911 Calls and True Police Stories Podcast

True Crime Podcast 2025

Ontario Cold Cases - The Podcast

Jay Nicoll

The Conspiracy Files

Bloody FM

Crime at Bedtime

Jack Laurence