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Fruitloops: Serial Killers of Color

True Story Media

Fruitloops: Serial Killer of Color is a true crime, history, and comedy podcast that delves into the often-overlooked stories of serial killers of color—and, more importantly, their victims. Contrary to common misconceptions, not all serial killers are straight, cis, white men! We take deep dives into the lives and crimes of these killers worldwide, while also examining the history, culture, and social factors that may have influenced their actions.

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All Episodes

57:21

Love You, Byeee! Week of 02/09/26

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2026/02/26

Hey Fruities! Wendy & Beth are serving up one of those chats that feels like catching up with your friends.They’re talking money moves, travel dreams, work chaos, listener letters (you know we LOVE your tea), and wandering through culture, history, and the Benito Bowl. Plus media recs, current events, and some real talk about relationships, race, and doing the work to keep learning and showing up better. It’s thoughtful, it’s a little spicy, and it’s all about using your power - including where

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E267: The Phantom Cult of Chicago

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2026/02/19

In 1972, Chicago prosecutors charged nine Black men with the murders of multiple white victims, including two entire families, alleging the killings were part of a nationwide conspiracy tied to a shadowy, all-Black terrorist organization known as De Mau Mau - a claim that fueled widespread panic across the country.This episode was researched & scripted by Wendy & Beth Williams and edited by Minnie Williams. Thanks for listening! This is a weekly podcast and new episodes drop on Thursdays, so

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54:23

Love You, Byeee! Week of 01/19/26

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2026/02/12

Beth & Wendy are back together after a little break, and it’s one of those cozy, thoughtful catch-ups you didn’t know you needed!They talk real-life stuff (new-year burnout, work-life balance), lean into what brings them joy, dip into pop culture, react to current events, and read listener letters that remind us why community matters so much. Add in some laughs, light news, and personal stories, and you’ve got a warm, reflective episode that still knows how to have fun. Come for the cultural

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63:43

E266: The Mother-Daughter Killer

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2026/02/05

Fruitloops is back with a new episode! Join Wendy & Beth as they dive into the chilling case of Jason Thomas Scott - an alarmingly adaptive offender whose crime spree tore through Prince George’s County, Maryland in the mid-to-late 2000s. From burglary to home invasion to murder, Scott, known as the Mother-Daughter Killer, left devastated families and haunting questions in his wake.This episode was researched & scripted by Wendy & Beth Williams and edited by Minnie Williams. Thanks for listening

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53:15

FL Rewind: The Woman of Many Faces

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2026/01/30

Fruitloops Rewind (2024) - This episode revisits the astonishing case of Kazuko Fukuda, a Japanese murderer often described as the most famous fugitive in the country’s history. After committing her crime, Fukuda spent 14 years on the run, undergoing multiple plastic surgeries and adopting more than 20 different identities to evade capture, living hidden in plain sight and raising chilling questions about identity, deception, and how far someone will go to escape justice.This episode was researched

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62:57

FL Rewind: The Night Stalker

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2026/01/22

Let’s go waaaay back in time! In this throwback episode from 2019, Wendy & Beth dive into the terrifying case of Richard Ramirez, infamously known as The Night Stalker. Beginning in 1984, he terrorized California - breaking into homes under cover of darkness, assaulting and torturing victims, and murdering at least 14 people over more than a year.Thanks for listening! This is a weekly podcast and new episodes drop on Thursdays, so until next time... look alive guys, it's crazy out there! Where

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63:32

FL Rewind: The Grim Sleeper

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2026/01/15

This week, Wendy & Beth rewind to a 2023 episode exploring the case of Lonnie David Franklin Jr., aka The Grim Sleeper - a serial killer linked to at least 10 murders and one attempted murder in Los Angeles between 1984 and 2007.This episode was researched & scripted by Wendy & Beth Williams and edited by Minnie Williams. Thanks for listening! This is a weekly podcast and new episodes drop on Thursdays, so until next time... look alive guys, it's crazy out there! Where to find us: Our Facebook

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49:27

FL Rewind: Married to Death

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2026/01/08

Rewinding to 2023 - in this throwback episode, Wendy & Beth dig into the case of Emma Jean Raine, convicted of murdering her second husband, and long suspected in the deaths of her first and third. A story of secrets, suspicion, and unanswered questions.Thanks for listening! This is a weekly podcast and new episodes drop on Thursdays, so until next time... look alive guys, it's crazy out there! Where to Find Us: Our Facebook page is Fruitloopspod and our discussion group is Fruitloopspod

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71:44

FL Rewind: The Austin Axe Murderer

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2026/01/01

While Fruitloops is on break, we’re rewinding to a chilling episode from 2021. Wendy & Beth dive into one of America’s earliest, and most disturbing, unsolved cases: The Austin Axe Murderer.Between December 30, 1884 and December 24, 1885, an unknown killer terrorized Austin, Texas, brutally murdering eight people before disappearing into history. No suspect. No arrest. No answers - just fear, unanswered questions, and a mystery that still lingers more than a century later. Thanks for listening

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60:15

E265: Tidings of Violence

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2025/12/25

The holidays are supposed to bring comfort. In Oakland, they brought terror. This week, Wendy & Beth revisit a dark chapter from November 1984 to January 1985, when a man’s escalating violent spree rocked Oakland during the 1984-85 holiday season, leaving three women dead and an entire community on edge.This episode was researched & scripted by Wendy & Beth Williams and edited by Minnie Williams. Thanks for listening! This is a weekly podcast and new episodes drop on Thursdays, so until next

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62:21

Love You, Byeee! Week of 12/01/2025

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2025/12/18

In this festive episode, Wendy and Beth settle in for a cozy holiday catch-up, swapping Thanksgiving stories, listener feedback, and all the delightful chaos that comes with the season. From true crime deep dives to wellness tips as simple (and joyful!) as singing, they explore how small habits and shared conversations can make a big difference. The duo also tackles current events, playful conspiracy theories, and the surprising rise of extra-cute raccoons - all while celebrating the power of

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60:06

FRUITLOOPS REVIEWS: Sing Sing

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2025/12/11

Back in April, Fruitloops Video Club reviewed the movie Sing Sing, a powerful prison drama that explores healing, hope, and transformation through the arts.Synopsis: A man is imprisoned at Sing Sing for a crime he didn't commit. When joined by a wary outsider, he finds purpose in staging an original comedy with a theater group of other incarcerated men. Wendy & Beth share their emotional reactions to the film, unpacking how storytelling becomes a lifeline for incarcerated people, offering escape,

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73:42

Love You, Byeee! Week of 11/17/25

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2025/12/04

Join Fruitloops for our biweekly minisode, "Love You, Byeee!"In this episode from the week of 11/17/25, Wendy and Beth dive into the beautiful chaos of balancing work, home, and creative life, swapping personal stories, family moments, and sharp reflections on current events, including the complicated realities of police interactions and race. It’s heartfelt, honest, and still full of the laughs you love! This episode was edited by Minnie Williams. Look alive, y’all, it’s crazy out

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264 Cooked: The Cannibal of Guerrero

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2025/11/27

This week, Beth & Wendy dive into the disturbing case of José Luis Calva Zepeda — The Cannibal of Guerrero, aka The Cannibal Poet.A struggling Mexican writer with big dreams and darker secrets, Calva Zepeda’s world unraveled in 2007 when police entered his apartment and made a horrific discovery: the dismembered remains of his girlfriend… and chilling signs that parts of her body may have been cooked. It’s a case tangled in trauma, obsession, and a façade of artistic ambition. This episode was

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61:27

Love You, Byeee! Week of 11/03/25

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2025/11/20

Join Fruitloops for our biweekly minisode, "Love You, Byeee!"Wendy and Beth are back, diving into all the things this week: real life, laughs, and a little chaos. They’re talking personal slip-ups, family moments, and all the amazing ways you, our listeners, keep this community thriving. 💖 Plus, they recap their Halloween shenanigans, chat about why Patreon support matters, and reflect on the wild influence of TV and reality shows. The convo also touches on big cultural moments before closing

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E263: Wrapped in Plastic

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2025/11/13

In 2013, police in East Cleveland made a horrifying discovery: three women’s bodies wrapped in plastic near an apartment building. The man responsible, Michael Madison, claimed inspiration from another Cleveland serial killer. This is the story of the East Cleveland Strangler.Looking for listener letters, shout-outs & tips on how not to get murdered? You’ll now find them tucked away in our Love You, Bye episodes. This episode was researched & scripted by Wendy & Beth Williams and edited by Minnie

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62:52

Love You, Byeee! Week of 10/20/25

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2025/11/06

In this fun and heartfelt episode, Wendy and Beth chat about everything - from Halloween prep and garden struggles to new furry friends! They read listener letters, share favorite movies and shows, and dive into some true crime talk. Plus, they play Black Card Revoked, sparking laughs and cultural conversations. Look alive, y’all, it’s crazy out there! Where to find us: Our Facebook page is Fruitloopspod and our discussion group is Fruitloopspod Discussion on Facebook;

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E262: She Drank Their Blood

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2025/10/30

Happy Halloween, Fruities! In the spirit of the season, we've got a spooky one for you.In this episode, we dive into the chilling story of Magdalena Solís, known as “La Gran Sacerdotisa de la Sangre” - The High Priestess of Blood. Once an ordinary woman from northern Mexico, Solís rose to lead a murderous cult driven by delusion, power, and ritual sacrifice. Join us as we uncover how Magdalena Solís transformed into a self-proclaimed goddess who drank human blood - and how her reign of terror

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55:51

Love You, Byeee! Week of 10/06/2025

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2025/10/23

Wendy & Beth are back, spilling stories, cracking each other up, and diving into Indigenous culture, parenting chaos, and true crime talk - with some heartwarming good news, too! Tune in for laughs, insight, and those classic “same brain!” moments. Look alive, y’all, it’s crazy out there! Where to find us: Our Facebook page is Fruitloopspod and our discussion group is Fruitloopspod Discussion on Facebook; https://www.facebook.com/groups/fruitloopspod/ We are also on BlueSky and Instagram

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61:23

E261: The Candyman

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2025/10/16

In 1987, Ruthie Mae McCoy made a frantic 911 call. Someone, she claimed, was trying to get into her apartment - through the bathroom cabinet. Two days later, Ruthie was found murdered. Her death was all too real. But the horror didn’t end there. Five years later, a new nightmare was born on the big screen. With the chilling command “Be my victim,” the legend of Candyman took hold - a vengeful spirit with a hook for a hand, summoned by saying his name five times into a mirror.But what if the story

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