S1 Ep12: The Day the Music Died: Chapter 4: Selena
The Queen of Tejano Music is gunned down by a fan in 1995. Resources: Music: Selena - Ones - (Greatest Hits Album) DVD: Selena - the Movie Book: To Selena with Love - by Chris Perez To connect with the show: On Twitter: @uponacrime On Facebook and Instagram @OnceUponaCrimePod Website: www.truecrimepodcast.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
9 Sep 201638min
S1 Ep11: The Day the Music Died: Chapter 3: Tupac and Biggie
Two of music's biggest rap stars are cut down in their prime. But, who killed them? This week's episode - Tupac and Biggie. Follow us on Twitter @UponACrime and on Facebook and Instagram @OnceUponaCrimePod Resources for this episode: Music: 2Pac's Greatest Hits The Notorious B.I.G. Greatest Hits Books: Tupac Shakur: The Life and Times of an American Icon - Tayannah Lee McQuillar and Fred L. Johnson III, PhD Notorious C.O.P.: The Inside Story of Tupc, Biggie and Jam Master Jay Investigations - Derrick Parker The Rose that Grew from Concrete: Poems by Tupac Shakur Movies and Documentaries: Tupac: Resurrection Notorious Biggie and Tupac: The Story Behind the Murders of Rap's Biggest Superstars See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
28 Aug 201659min
The Day the Music Died: Kurt Cobain
In the second installment of our series on tragic musical icons, we examine the life and mysterious death of Kurt Cobain, the legendary frontman of Nirvana. Known for shaping the sound of a generation, Cobain's raw talent and emotional lyrics made him a voice for the misunderstood—until his untimely death in 1994, ruled a suicide… but still clouded in speculation.We’re joined by Justin Evans from The Generation Why and The Peripheral podcasts to discuss the controversial documentary Soaked in Bleach and the murder theory that continues to stir debate. Was it really suicide—or is there more to the story?📚 Sources used in this episode:– Heavier than Heaven: A Biography of Kurt Cobain by Charles R. Cross🎥 Kurt Cobain: Montage of Heck🎥 Soaked in Bleach🔗 Check out our guest:www.TheGenerationWhyPodcast.comwww.theperipheral.libsyn.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
17 Aug 20161h 36min
The Day the Music Died: Marvin Gaye
This series uncovers the haunting stories of iconic musicians whose lives were cut short by violence or shrouded in mystery. In Chapter One, we delve into the heartbreaking murder of Marvin Gaye, the soulful voice behind classics like What’s Going On and Sexual Healing.At the height of his fame, Marvin struggled with personal demons, fame, and a volatile relationship with his father—tensions that would ultimately lead to his tragic death just one day before his 45th birthday. We explore his rise to superstardom, the turmoil behind the scenes, and the chilling events that unfolded in his final moments.📚 Sources used in this episode:– Marvin Gaye: My Brother by Frankie Gaye– Divided Soul: The Life of Marvin Gaye by David RitzSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2 Aug 201654min
Killer Kids: Brenda Spencer
A quiet morning. A sudden hail of gunfire. The first school mass shooting in U.S. history. On January 29, 1979, 16-year-old Brenda Spencer opened fire on Cleveland Elementary School in San Diego, killing two and injuring eight. When asked why she did it, her chilling response shocked the nation: "I don’t like Mondays." What led a teenager to commit such a horrific act? Was there more to her story than a flippant remark? And how did this crime change the way America viewed school shootings forever? Join us as we explore the tragic and disturbing case of Brenda Spencer. 🎧 Listen now—because history has a way of repeating itself. 📖 Book Recommendation: Does Anyone Like Mondays? The Brenda Spencer Murder Case – Eric Hart 🔗 Follow & Subscribe for More True Crime: 🐦 Twitter 📱 Subscribe on ApplePodcast, Spotify, or YouTube. #TrueCrimePodcast #BrendaSpencer #IDontLikeMondays #SchoolShootings #CrimeHistory #OnceUponACrimeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
26 Jul 201647min
Killer Kids: Mary Bell
In the summer of 1968, a quiet town in northern England was rocked by a disturbing discovery—two young boys were found dead, and the person responsible was just 11 years old. This episode unpacks the chilling case of Mary Bell, one of the most infamous child killers in British history.We explore the psychological trauma in Mary’s early life, the media frenzy surrounding her arrest and trial, and the deeper societal questions her case raised: Can a child truly understand murder? And what happens when innocence is lost far too soon?📚 Sources used in this episode:– The Case of Mary Bell by Gitta Sereny (1995, Pimlico)– Audio Clip: The Mary Bell Case, YouTube (uploaded by chewyisacat, March 7, 2013)Link: https://youtu.be/moFhGzE_xRI#true crime #Mary Bell #child killers #1960s murder cases #criminal psychology #juvenile justice #infamous trials #UK true crime #girls who kill #meangirlmurders See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
19 Jul 201640min
Making a Murderer in Conversation
A bonus episode partially recorded at The Warfield Theater in San Francisco, CA. Making a Murderer's Dean Strang and Jerry Buting on their speaking tour "A Conversation on Justice". To subscribe to Once Upon a Crime on iTunes, click here. To subscribe to Once Upon a Crime on Stitcher, click here. Our Twitter feed is here. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
13 Jul 201633min
Killer Kids: Jesse Pomeroy
In 1872, fear gripped the streets of South Boston as a chilling string of murders unfolded—committed by a boy barely in his teens.This episode dives deep into the twisted mind of Jesse Pomeroy, America’s youngest known serial killer, whose brutal crimes shocked the nation and left a lasting scar on 19th-century Boston.We unravel the dark story behind his violent spree, explore his disturbing upbringing, and examine how a child became a monster in plain sight. Was he born evil—or made that way?📚 Further reading:– The Wilderness of Ruin by Roseanne Montillo– Fiend by Harold Schechter– The Autobiography of Jesse H. Pomeroy written by himselfSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
5 Jul 201625min
