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Cursewords and Crayons

We"re out here raising humans and finding our people- one curse word and true crime case dive at a time.

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Episode 213: No, Chef!

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2025/10/15

Real-life true crime is horrifying. Fictional mom-assassins? Surprisingly relatable.This week on Cursewords and Crayons, we're covering a case that's equal parts gruesome, infuriating, and absolutely stomach-turning: the murder of Dawn Marie Viens, a vibrant and hardworking woman whose life was stolen in the most horrific way imaginable—by her own husband, David Viens, who then tried to cover it up in a way that defies belief. ⚠️ Spoiler: There are pressure cookers involved. And not the

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47:07

Episode 212: Family Dinner of Death

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2025/10/08

Mushrooms should be sautéed… not suspicious. 🍄This week on Cursewords and Crayons, we’re heading Down Under for a case that’s got death, drama, and deadly dishes. We’re talking about Erin Patterson and the now-infamous mushroom lunch that shocked all of Australia. What starts as a quaint family gathering turns into a full-blown homicide investigation involving beef wellington, alleged death caps, and a whole lot of malarky. Was it an innocent mistake? A fatal fungus? Or a carefully planned murder

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43:46

Episode 211: Bye Bye Dorothy

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2025/10/01

Rich girl. Mysterious disappearance. Zero answers.Yeah, we’re in. This week on Cursewords and Crayons, we’re throwing it all the way back to 1910—before cell phones, before Dateline, before anyone gave women a shred of independence without a fight. We're talking about the baffling vanishing act of Dorothy Harriet Camille Arnold, a New York socialite who went out for a stroll... and was never seen again. Dorothy wasn’t your average debutante. She had dreams of being a writer, a flair for defiance,

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35:57

Episode 210: Re-release of Episode 128: The Beast of...

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2025/09/25

We’re digging into the archives for a special re-release this week! Join us as we revisit our episode all about the Beast of Bray Road—Wisconsin’s infamous wolf-like cryptid said to stalk the woods.Is it a mythical monster? A sick animal? A shaved bear having a really bad day? We go full-on speculation mode in this fun, spooky true-crime-adjacent episode. If you enjoyed this re-release, let us know by leaving a review—it seriously helps us out. ✨ Stay Connected: Instagram:

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22:42

Episode 209: The Breckenridge Hitchhikers

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2025/09/17

Hitchhiking in the mountains? What could possibly go wrong? Literally everything.This week on Cursewords and Crayons, we’re headed to the snowy slopes of Breckenridge, Colorado. A picture perfect ski town hiding a deeply disturbing secret. We're talking about the Breckenridge Hitchhiking Murders, a case full of tragedy, unanswered questions, and danger hiding in plain sight. In the late 1970s and early 1980s, several young women disappeared while hitchhiking near this quaint mountain town. Their

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34:10

Episode 208: My Favorite Mortician

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2025/09/10

What do you get when a mild-mannered mortician befriends a rich widow, becomes her constant companion... and then stuffs her in a freezer?Welcome back to Cursewords and Crayons, where true crime meets unfiltered opinions, parenting tangents, and moments of deep, existential confusion and this week, we’re talking about Bernie Tiede, the man at the center of one of the most bizarre and unexpectedly charming murder cases we’ve ever covered. Was it murder? Was it manslaughter? Was it... Texas justice

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29:01

Episode 207: Dexter, who?

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2025/09/03

Dexter cosplay should never involve real blood, but here we are. This week on Cursewords and Crayons, we’re diving headfirst into the twisted, cosplay-fueled chaos that is the case of Mark Twitchell. Mark was an aspiring filmmaker, serial killer wannabe, and full-blown menace hiding behind a plastic mask and a love for Dexter Morgan. That’s right: this dude didn’t just admire the TV show. He basically tried to turn it into a how-to manual. Spoiler alert...it did not go well (but also, horrifyingly,

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58:02

Episode 206: Tiny Hands, Terrifying Crimes: The Mary...

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2025/08/27

Guess who’s back, back again… and ready to ruin your peaceful summer brain? 👋After a little hiatus, Cursewords and Crayons is officially back, and we’re diving straight into one of the darkest cases we’ve ever covered: Mary Bell. If you thought we’d ease you in, you don’t know us at all. That’s right, Cursewords and Crayons is back, caffeinated, and ready to emotionally ruin your day in the best possible way. This week, we’re unpacking the haunting case of Mary Bell, a child who became a killer

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41:21

Episode 205: Paige Birgfeld: girl, what happened?

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2025/06/17

She was a single mom, a savvy businesswoman, and a badass multitasker—until she vanished without a trace.Welcome back to Cursewords and Crayons, the podcast where true crime gets tangled up in parenting woes, sass overload, and an unhealthy appreciation for iced coffee and justice. Today, we’re telling the heartbreaking and infuriating story of Paige Birgfeld—a woman who wore more hats than we’ve had mental breakdowns this week. This case is a whirlwind of double lives, mysterious phone calls,

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26:28

Episode 204: John the Skeeze

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2025/06/03

Oh look, another man in a position of power being absolute human garbage.Welcome back to Cursewords and Crayons, where we serve true crime with a side of sass—and today, we’re coming for John Schneeberger and his shady, syringe-filled secrets. We’ve got another deliciously twisted tale for you this week—and trust us, this one is gonna mess with your trust issues. It’s time for a fresh episode of Cursewords and Crayons, the podcast where true crime meets chaotic commentary, parenting tangents, and

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37:16

Episode 203: The Circleville Writer

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2025/05/23

Welcome back, you beautiful, nosy weirdos!Another week, another chance to dive headfirst into a mystery so wild it makes your inbox look tame. That’s right—it’s time for a brand new episode of Cursewords and Crayons, the podcast where we mash together True Crime, unsolicited opinions, and the occasional side rant about parenting and public restrooms. This week, we’re donning our metaphorical trench coats and cracking open one of the most bizarre anonymous letter-writing sagas in American history:

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42:22

Episode 202: Forest of Horrors

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2025/05/17

Welcome back, fellow chaos goblins!It’s another beautiful day to spiral into a true crime rabbit hole, medicate accordingly, and pray we never have to buy hospital-grade rubber socks. That’s right—it's time for a fresh episode of Cursewords and Crayons, A podcast where we talk about True Crime (and sometimes parenting), reminding everyone that it's what is on the inside that counts and sometimes the inside is just as rotten as the outside. This week, we’re creeping into the Forest of Horrors—a

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41:06

Episode 201: (Parenting Chat) Worst Toys Ever

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2025/05/08

Hey there friends, we are happy you’re here. Welcome back to another episode of Cursewords and Crayons! This is where we talk about True Crime (and sometimes parenting), reminding everyone that it's what is on the inside that counts and sometimes the inside is just as rotten as the outside. This week is a Parenting Chat Week and we are giving you the toys we hate the most! Love us or judge us or both. We’re all just out here trying our best. If you liked what you heard today, please leave us a

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34:58

Episode 200: The Mysterious Murder of Missy Bevers

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2025/04/26

Here we are…ready for another day of medications, anxiety, and living on the brink of a new pair of rubber socks. It’s time for an episode of Cursewords and Crayons! A podcast where we talk about True Crime (and sometimes parenting), reminding everyone that it's what is on the inside that counts and sometimes the inside is just as rotten as the outside. This week we are talking about Missy Bevers and the mysteries surrounding her murder. Lots of space to speculate friends. Today’s show and tell is

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41:03

Episode 199: Relaunch of the Blackburn Cult (Episode 48)

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2025/04/17

Another day another horror. It’s time for an episode of Cursewords and Crayons! A podcast where we talk about True Crime (and sometimes parenting), reminding everyone that it's what is on the inside that counts and sometimes the inside is just as rotten as the outside. This week we are kicking it back to episode 48 and talking about The Blackburn Cult. Lots of speculating, lots of whacky people, a lot of drams. If you haven’t heard this one before, give it a listen and share with a friend! If you

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47:56

Episode 198: Murder of the Eight Day Bride

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2025/04/11

Happy day we are so excited to be with you today! It’s time for another episode of Cursewords and Crayons! This is where we talk about True Crime (and sometimes parenting), reminding everyone that it's what is on the inside that counts and sometimes the inside is just as rotten as the outside. This week we are speculating wildly about the Murder of the Eight Day Bride. We can’t wait to hear your thoughts about this truly interesting love triangle. If you liked what you heard today, please leave us

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26:06

Episode 197: What the Poe?!?!?

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2025/04/01

Happy April…welcome fools, we are so happy you’re here. It’s time for another episode of Cursewords and Crayons! This is where we talk about True Crime (and sometimes parenting), reminding everyone that it's what is on the inside that counts and sometimes the inside is just as rotten as the outside. This week we are gossiping about good ol’ Edgar Allan Poe. This is our second Poe episode and it won’t be our last. If you liked what you heard today, please leave us a review!!! We have MERCH!!!! Get

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43:54

Episode 196: (Parenting Chat) Bad Mom Confessions

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2025/03/24

Hey there friends, we are happy you’re here. Welcome back to another episode of Cursewords and Crayons! This is where we talk about True Crime (and sometimes parenting), reminding everyone that it's what is on the inside that counts and sometimes the inside is just as rotten as the outside. This week is a Parenting Chat Week and we are giving you all the bad mom confessions. Love us or judge us or both. We’re all just out here trying our best. If you liked what you heard today, please leave us a

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28:02

Episode 195: Sydney Powell

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2025/03/11

Hey there friends, we are happy you’re here. Welcome back to another episode of Cursewords and Crayons! This is where we talk about True Crime (and sometimes parenting), reminding everyone that it's what is on the inside that counts and sometimes the inside is just as rotten as the outside. This week we are talking about Sydney Powell. Have you heard of her? If you liked what you heard today, please leave us a review!!! We have MERCH!!!! Get yourself some gear

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35:38

Episode 194: Relaunch of Dena Thompson (Episode 93)

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2025/03/04

We’re back with another re-release of an oldie but goodie. This week we are featuring the OG black widow, Dena Thompson. Have you heard of her? Either way, buckle up…she’s a bumpy ride. Collectively on Instagram: @cursewordsandcrayons Zee: @mrs.zette Amy: @amyrehsdupin Resources: Dena Thompson - Wikipedia 'Black Widow' Dena Thompson could be granted parole within weeks after serving 19 years behind bars | Daily Mail Online

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