264: Murder in the Kentucky Hills

FAM! Travel back with us to one of our funniest episodes! Get ready to meet Ted Slauson, a math teacher who becomes OBSESSED with the gameshow The Price is Right. He spends weeks and months MEMORIZING THE COST OF THOUSANDS OF ITEMS in order to beat the game--a tactic which is apparently perfectly legal. He goes to the show over and over hoping to make it on and helps so many gameshow hopefuls beat the game along the way. We're taking a walk on the lighter side this week, and you're gonna love it! WE'RE ON YOUTUBE - Want to view the episodes and not just listen?  Check our new video feed to see full video episodes starting today. CLICK HERE TO WATCH AND SUBSCRIBE! LOOKING FOR MORE TCO? On our Patreon feed, you'll find over 400 FULL AD-FREE BONUS episodes to BINGE RIGHT NOW, including our episode-by-episode coverage of popular documentary series like Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God, LulaRich, and The Curious Case of Natalia Grace; classics like The Jinx, Making A Murderer, and The Staircase; and well-known cases like The Menendez Murders, Casey Anthony: American Murder Mystery, and The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann, and so many more! Episode Sponsors: Beam - Get better sleep now!  Visit www.shopbeam.com/TCO and use code TCO for up to 40% off! Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to www.RocketMoney.com/obsessed today. Everyday Dose - Coffee PLUS benefits!  Find Everyday Dose in Target stores and get a Buy-One-Get-One deal. Just buy any two Everyday Dose products at a Target store near you, and they’ll pay you back for one. Visit www.everydaydose.com/obsessed for details! IQ Bar - The better for you, plant protein snacks. Text TCO to 64000 to get 20% off your order! DripDrop - Doctor-developed hydration that works faster than water alone. Use promo code TCO at www.dripdrop.com for 20% off your first order! Join the TCO Community! Follow True Crime Obsessed on Instagram and TikTok, and join us on Facebook at the True Crime Obsessed Podcast Discussion Group!  AND INTRODUCING THE NEW TCO DISCORD CHANNEL AS WELL!!!

19 Aug 1h 1min

FAM! We are so excited to share episode 1 of our coverage of "The Lady of the Dunes" ALL 3 EPISODES ARE AVAILABLE RIGHT NOW AND AD FREE ON PATREON! In 1974, the body of an unidentified woman was discovered in a remote area of the dunes in Provincetown, Massachusetts. Over the next fifty years, a legend grew as investigators worked tirelessly to identify her. In this first episode, we meet Meredith Lobur, the investigator most responsible for identifying the Lady of the Dunes, and we hear first hand about the challenges and false starts she encountered along the way. LOOKING FOR MORE TCO? On our Patreon feed, you'll find over 400 FULL AD-FREE BONUS episodes to BINGE RIGHT NOW, including our episode-by-episode coverage of popular documentary series like Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God, LulaRich, and The Curious Case of Natalia Grace; classics like The Jinx, Making A Murderer, and The Staircase; and well-known cases like The Menendez Murders, Casey Anthony: American Murder Mystery, and The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann, and so many more! WE'RE ON YOUTUBE - Want to view the episodes and not just listen?  Check our new video feed to see full video episodes starting today. CLICK HERE TO WATCH AND SUBSCRIBE! Join the TCO Community! Follow True Crime Obsessed on Instagram and TikTok, and join us on Facebook at the True Crime Obsessed Podcast Discussion Group!  AND INTRODUCING THE NEW TCO DISCORD CHANNEL AS WELL!!!

14 Aug 42min

It's one of the most tragic and infamous cases of the 1990s: a mother who not only committed the most horrible act against her small children, but then played upon the prejudices of the society and her community to try to pin the crime on another, imaginary person. WE'RE ON YOUTUBE - Want to view the episodes and not just listen?  Check our new video feed to see full video episodes starting today. CLICK HERE TO WATCH AND SUBSCRIBE! LOOKING FOR MORE TCO? On our Patreon feed, you'll find over 400 FULL AD-FREE BONUS episodes to BINGE RIGHT NOW, including our episode-by-episode coverage of popular documentary series like Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God, LulaRich, and The Curious Case of Natalia Grace; classics like The Jinx, Making A Murderer, and The Staircase; and well-known cases like The Menendez Murders, Casey Anthony: American Murder Mystery, and The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann, and so many more! Episode Sponsors: Hers - Changing women’s healthcare by providing access to affordable weight loss treatments. Start your free online visit today at www.forhers.com/tco ZipRecruiter - See why ZipRecruiter is the hiring site employers prefer most. Try it FOR FREE at www.ZipRecruiter.com/TCO PrettyLitter - Keep your house smelling fresh and clean! Go to www.PrettyLitter.com/tco to save 20% on your FIRST order and get a free cat toy.  Zbiotics - Try PreAlcohol before drinking and wake up feeling great the next day. Head to www.ZBiotics.com/TCO and use the code TCO at checkout for 15% off. Greenlight - Help your kids learn how to save, invest, and spend wisely. Start your risk-free Greenlight trial today at www.greenlight.com/tco FAM! COME SEE PATRICK ON TOUR! Patrick is headed out on the road WITH A BRAND NEW SHOW! Only a few more stops left before it's over: Washington, Philadelphia, and London.  CLICK HERE for tickets and info! Join the TCO Community! Follow True Crime Obsessed on Instagram and TikTok, and join us on Facebook at the True Crime Obsessed Podcast Discussion Group!  AND INTRODUCING THE NEW TCO DISCORD CHANNEL AS WELL!!!

12 Aug 1h 5min

In the summer of 2008, Luis Ramirez was brutally beaten during a block party in the Pennsylvania town of Shenandoah. After his death in the following days, members of the local high school football team would be accused, but would the local police and community circle around their hometown "heroes" to protect them?  Ugh, buckle up, Fam!!! WE'RE ON YOUTUBE!  Want to view the episodes and not just listen?  Check our new video feed to see full video episodes starting today. CLICK HERE TO WATCH AND SUBSCRIBE! LOOKING FOR MORE TCO? On our Patreon feed, you'll find over 400 FULL AD-FREE BONUS episodes to BINGE RIGHT NOW, including our episode-by-episode coverage of popular documentary series like Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God, LulaRich, and The Curious Case of Natalia Grace; classics like The Jinx, Making A Murderer, and The Staircase; and well-known cases like The Menendez Murders, Casey Anthony: American Murder Mystery, and The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann, and so many more! Episode Sponsors: Function - Visit www.functionhealth.com/TCO or use gift code TCO100 at sign-up to own your health. Everyday Dose - Coffee PLUS benefits!  Find Everyday Dose in Target stores and get a Buy-One-Get-One deal. Just buy any two Everyday Dose products at a Target store near you, and they’ll pay you back for one. Visit www.everydaydose.com/obsessed for details! Home Chef - Go to www.HomeChef.com/TCO for 50% off your first box and free dessert for life! Our Place - Stop cooking with toxic cookware, and upgrade to Our Place today. Visit www.fromourplace.com/TCO and use code TCO for 10% off sitewide. FAM! COME SEE PATRICK ON TOUR! Patrick is headed out on the road WITH A BRAND NEW SHOW! Only a few more stops left before it's over: Washington, Philadelphia, and London.  CLICK HERE for tickets and info! Join the TCO Community! Follow True Crime Obsessed on Instagram and TikTok, and join us on Facebook at the True Crime Obsessed Podcast Discussion Group!  AND INTRODUCING THE NEW TCO DISCORD CHANNEL AS WELL!!!

7 Aug 57min

After testifying against John Gotti and the Gambino crime family of New York, former underboss Sammy "The Bull" Gravano and his family headed to Arizona.  But instead of retiring into a life of ease and normalcy, he and his family became entangled in the drug trade of the Southwest.  Patrick and Gillian have had their coffee for this one, and are ready to cover all the crazy twists and turns! WE'RE ON YOUTUBE!  Want to view the episodes and not just listen?  Check our new video feed to see full video episodes starting today. CLICK HERE TO WATCH AND SUBSCRIBE! LOOKING FOR MORE TCO? On our Patreon feed, you'll find over 400 FULL AD-FREE BONUS episodes to BINGE RIGHT NOW, including our episode-by-episode coverage of popular documentary series like Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God, LulaRich, and The Curious Case of Natalia Grace; classics like The Jinx, Making A Murderer, and The Staircase; and well-known cases like The Menendez Murders, Casey Anthony: American Murder Mystery, and The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann, and so many more! Episode Sponsors: Cornbread Hemp -  Check out the new THC seltzers! Head to www.cornbreadhemp.com/TCO and use code TCO at checkout for 30% off your first order over $75!  Hiya - The pediatrician-approved superpowered chewable vitamin. Receive 50% off your first order at www.hiyahealth.com/TCO Hydrow - Skip the gym, not the workout—stay on track with Hydrow! For a limited time go to www.Hydrow.com and use code tco to save up to $450 off your Hydrow Pro Rower! ASPCA Pet Insurance - The ASPCA Pet Health Insurance program offers customizable accident & illness plans making it easier for pet parents like you to help your pet get the care they may need. To explore coverage, visit www.ASPCApetinsurance.com/TCO FAM! COME SEE PATRICK ON TOUR! Patrick is headed out on the road WITH A BRAND NEW SHOW! Only a few more stops left before it's over: Washington, Philadelphia, and London.  CLICK HERE for tickets and info! Join the TCO Community! Follow True Crime Obsessed on Instagram and TikTok, and join us on Facebook at the True Crime Obsessed Podcast Discussion Group!  AND INTRODUCING THE NEW TCO DISCORD CHANNEL AS WELL!!!

5 Aug 1h 16min

Coming out of lockdown in 2021, people everywhere were champing at the bit to get together at live events again.  And few were more highly anticipated than Travis Scott's Astroworld Festival happening that summer in Houston, Texas.  But the festival turned into an out-of-control nightmare that led to the deaths of ten people.  Could this tragedy have been avoided? WE'RE ON YOUTUBE!  Want to view the episodes and not just listen?  Check our new video feed to see full video episodes starting today. CLICK HERE TO WATCH AND SUBSCRIBE! LOOKING FOR MORE TCO? On our Patreon feed, you'll find over 400 FULL AD-FREE BONUS episodes to BINGE RIGHT NOW, including our episode-by-episode coverage of popular documentary series like Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God, LulaRich, and The Curious Case of Natalia Grace; classics like The Jinx, Making A Murderer, and The Staircase; and well-known cases like The Menendez Murders, Casey Anthony: American Murder Mystery, and The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann, and so many more! Episode Sponsors: DripDrop - Doctor-developed hydration that works faster than water alone. Use promo code TCO at www.dripdrop.com for 20% off your first order! Remi - Protect your smile with Remi’s custom-fit nightguard. Go to www.shopremi.com/TCO to get up to 50% off your nightguard! Function - Visit www.functionhealth.com/TCO or use gift code TCO100 at sign-up to own your health. Quince: Upgrade your closet this year without the upgraded price tag. Go to www.Quince.com/tco for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to www.RocketMoney.com/obsessed today. FAM! COME SEE PATRICK ON TOUR! Patrick is headed out on the road WITH A BRAND NEW SHOW! New cities just announced: Charleston, Nashville, Charlotte, Atlanta, Orlando, Washington, Philadelphia, and London.  CLICK HERE for tickets and info! Join the TCO Community! Follow True Crime Obsessed on Instagram and TikTok, and join us on Facebook at the True Crime Obsessed Podcast Discussion Group!  AND INTRODUCING THE NEW TCO DISCORD CHANNEL AS WELL!!!

29 Juli 1h 15min

In January, 2009, the body of 27 year old Katie Roberts was found stuffed in a trash bin in the back yard of a house she seemingly had no connection to. The beloved mother of two had no known enemies, but as the police dug into her case, the turned up several people who might have had a motive to kill her. Ice T is gonna take us on this journey, and Fam, a journey it is! Buckle up! WE'RE ON YOUTUBE!  Want to view the episodes and not just listen?  Check our new video feed to see full video episodes starting today. CLICK HERE TO WATCH AND SUBSCRIBE! LOOKING FOR MORE TCO? On our Patreon feed, you'll find over 400 FULL AD-FREE BONUS episodes to BINGE RIGHT NOW, including our episode-by-episode coverage of popular documentary series like Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God, LulaRich, and The Curious Case of Natalia Grace; classics like The Jinx, Making A Murderer, and The Staircase; and well-known cases like The Menendez Murders, Casey Anthony: American Murder Mystery, and The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann, and so many more! Episode Sponsors: Everyday Dose - Coffee PLUS benefits! Go to www.everydaydose.com/TCO for your starter kit and 45% off your first order! Function - Visit www.functionhealth.com/TCO or use gift code TCO100 at sign-up to own your health. Chime - Make progress towards a better financial future with Chime. Open your account in 2 minutes at www.chime.com/TCO  Hers - Start your free online visit today at www.forhers.com/tco Rula -  Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at www.rula.com/tco FAM! COME SEE PATRICK ON TOUR! Patrick is headed out on the road WITH A BRAND NEW SHOW! New cities just announced: Provincetown, Charleston, Nashville, Charlotte, Atlanta, Orlando, Washington, Philadelphia, and London.  CLICK HERE for tickets and info! Join the TCO Community! Follow True Crime Obsessed on Instagram and TikTok, and join us on Facebook at the True Crime Obsessed Podcast Discussion Group!  AND INTRODUCING THE NEW TCO DISCORD CHANNEL AS WELL!!!

24 Juli 50min

It's the final episode of "Worst Ex Ever," and this POS is a doozy.  Amanda ends her marriage to Kevin after years of control and abuse. But after their divorce, an unhinged revenge plot leads to murder. CHECK OUT THE MERCH!  Check out the new swag at our website! WE'RE ON YOUTUBE!  Want to view the episodes and not just listen?  Check our new video feed to see full video episodes starting today. CLICK HERE TO WATCH AND SUBSCRIBE! LOOKING FOR MORE TCO? On our Patreon feed, you'll find over 400 FULL AD-FREE BONUS episodes to BINGE RIGHT NOW, including our episode-by-episode coverage of popular documentary series like Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God, LulaRich, and The Curious Case of Natalia Grace; classics like The Jinx, Making A Murderer, and The Staircase; and well-known cases like The Menendez Murders, Casey Anthony: American Murder Mystery, and The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann, and so many more! Episode Sponsors: ASPCA Pet Insurance - The ASPCA Pet Health Insurance program offers customizable accident & illness plans making it easier for pet parents like you to help your pet get the care they may need. To explore coverage, visit www.ASPCApetinsurance.com/TCO Miracle Made - Upgrade your sleep as the weather heats up. Go to www.trymiracle.com/TCO and use our promo TCO at checkout to get a free 3-piece towel set and save over 40%! Cornbread Hemp -  Check out the new THC seltzers! Head to www.cornbreadhemp.com/TCO and use code TCO at checkout for 30% off your first order over $75!  Earnin - Get access to your pay as you work. Download the Earnin app in the Google Play or Apple app store. Ritual - Ritual’s Essential for Women 18+ is a multivitamin you can actually trust. Get 25% off your first month for a limited time at www.ritual.com/TCO FAM! COME SEE PATRICK ON TOUR! Patrick is headed out on the road WITH A BRAND NEW SHOW! New cities just announced: Provincetown, Charleston, Nashville, Charlotte, Atlanta, Orlando, Washington, Philadelphia, and London.  CLICK HERE for tickets and info! Join the TCO Community! Follow True Crime Obsessed on Instagram and TikTok, and join us on Facebook at the True Crime Obsessed Podcast Discussion Group!  AND INTRODUCING THE NEW TCO DISCORD CHANNEL AS WELL!!!

22 Juli 1h 4min