I get it, money is tight for everyone right now. Is there an ethical limit on how many times you can donate sperm? Should there be legal limits? 

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In a story unlike any other, we dive into the unconventional tribute of Prince Midnight, a Florida-based metal musician who honored his late Uncle Filip in a way no one saw coming. Using Filip’s skeleton, Prince Midnight crafted a fully playable electric guitar, the “Skelecaster,” bringing his uncle’s love of rock and metal to life one last time. From the unusual construction to the cultural and legal implications, this episode explores the layers of family, legacy, and how remembrance can take forms beyond tradition. 

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In this episode, we explore the relentless pursuit of the Golden State Killer, a case that spanned decades and haunted California. Writer Michelle McNamara brought new attention to the terrifying case, dubbing him “The Golden State Killer” and amassing thousands of files in her personal investigation. Her book I’ll Be Gone in the Dark intensified the public’s fascination, paving the way for breakthroughs. We dive into how genetic genealogy, via GEDmatch, led to the unmasking of Joseph James DeAngelo, a former police officer with a chilling double life.

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On today's bonus episode, Jamie and John interview Jeremy Bartley, the attorney representing former Letcher County Sheriff Mickey Stines. Does the nationwide publicity make this case more difficult? What is the outcome his client is seeking? Will justice be served? All this and more on today's bonus True Crimecast. 

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In this episode, we uncover a surprising case of election fraud—not in politics, but in a high school homecoming vote. Laura Rose Carroll, an assistant principal in Pensacola, Florida, and her 17-year-old daughter allegedly accessed students’ accounts to cast hundreds of fake votes, securing her daughter’s crown as homecoming queen at Tate High School. What seemed like a high school prank took a serious turn when the Florida Department of Law Enforcement flagged the votes as suspicious, uncovering hundreds of unauthorized account logins linked to Carroll’s phone. 

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The Visalia Ransacker. The East Area Rapist. The Original Night Stalker. Before learning it was the same person, the Golden State Killer had a lot of names. But it would take over 30 years from the time of his last kill to learn his real name: Joseph James DeAngelo.

Part 1 of this story guides us through the crimes of the Golden State Killer and leads all the way up to the moment that changed everything in this investigation: the involvement of a heroic author that shined a light so bright on this case that DeAngelo could no longer hide.

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In this episode, we dive into one of the sweetest and most surprising heists in history: The Great Maple Syrup Heist. Between 2011 and 2012, thieves made off with $18 million worth of maple syrup from Quebec’s strategic syrup reserve, sneaking syrup out of barrels and replacing it with water. It was an inside job that revealed the complexity and high stakes of Canada’s maple syrup industry, which is tightly regulated to protect prices and local producers.

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In this episode, we delve into South Dakota v. Fifteen Impounded Cats, a quirky yet consequential case that raised important questions about civil forfeiture, animal welfare, and pet owners' rights. In 2010, South Dakota seized fifteen cats from a woman living in her car, arguing that their presence was a public safety risk. But did this seizure go too far? As we break down the court's surprising decision and the legal nuances of in rem jurisdiction—where the case is against property (or pets) rather than people—we’ll explore the delicate balance between individual rights and public welfare.

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In this shocking episode, we recount the harrowing story of Cassidy Rainwater, a beloved mother of six from Missouri, whose life was tragically cut short in a brutal crime that horrified the nation. On September 16, 2021, the FBI received chilling, anonymously submitted photos that revealed Cassidy’s disturbing final moments. These images led investigators to James Phelps and Timothy Norton, two men now convicted of her murder and dismemberment. We examine Cassidy’s life, the dark web of events surrounding her death, and the legal battles that followed, including a massive wrongful death judgment for her children.

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Pete Earley is a storyteller who has penned 22 books including four New York Times bestsellers, including The Hot House and the 2007 Pulitzer Prize finalist Crazy: A Father’s Search Through America’s Mental Health Madness.

After a 14-year career in journalism, including six years at The Washington Post, Pete became a full-time author with a commitment to expose the stories that entertain and surprise. He later began writing novels for fun.

Pete joins True Crimecast today to talk about his newest book, No Human Contact. This book is filled with exclusive interviews and insight into the life of an inmate, "Terrible" Thomas Silverstein, who was secluded in a method so extreme that it was created just for him.

No Human Contact touches on issues concerning the U.S. justice system, mental health, the prison system, and human development. You do not want to miss this interview and you definitely need to read this book.



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In this harrowing episode, we delve into a chilling case from Dadeville, Alabama. A 12-year-old girl escaped captivity after nearly a week of horrific abuse, leading authorities to uncover the remains of two dismembered bodies in the mobile home where she was held. The suspect, José Paulino Pascual-Reyes, now faces charges of first-degree kidnapping, capital murder, and corpse abuse for the brutal deaths of his girlfriend and young son. Join us as we recount the girl’s incredible courage, the shocking discovery that followed, and the haunting questions left for a community shaken by this tragedy.

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