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You've heard of him, but do you know about the twisted double life he led? This case serves as a reminder to be careful about who you trust. Give me a follow! Instagram.com/thestoryofpod tiktok.com/@thestoryofpod If you like this podcast, please leave a 5 star review and share your favorite episode with someone! It means so much to me, and it helps the show more than you know.

Welcome to The Story of, the weekly podcast that slices straight into the juiciest true crime tales. No fluff, no nonsense—just the cold, hard facts about murderers, victims, and the twists that make you gasp. Sharp, snappy, and packed with the kind of stories that will have you double-checking your locks at night. Whether you're a die-hard crime junkie or just dipping your toes into the dark side, The Story of delivers a true crime fix with a straightforward approach. Tune in each week for your weekly dose of true crime.

You've heard of him, but do you know about the twisted double life he led? This case serves as a reminder to be careful about who you trust. Give me a follow! Instagram.com/thestoryofpod tiktok.com/@thestoryofpod If you like this podcast, please leave a 5 star review and share your favorite episode with someone! It means so much to me, and it helps the show more than you know.

In the spring of 1999 in Hong Kong, a 14 year old girl showed up to the police station claiming that she was being haunted by a woman. What they would uncover was much worse. Give me a follow! Instagram.com/thestoryofpod tiktok.com/@thestoryofpod If you like this podcast, please leave a 5 star review and share your favorite episode with someone! It means so much to me, and it helps the show more than you know.

In the early '90s, a man and a woman began a torrid affair that would ultimately end up in the horrifying unthinkable. Give me a follow! Instagram.com/thestoryofpod tiktok.com/@thestoryofpod If you like this podcast, please leave a 5 star review and share your favorite episode with someone! It means so much to me, and it helps the show more than you know.

Colleen Ritzer was the kind of teacher every student hoped to have. But on an ordinary October day in 2013, the halls of Danvers High School became the setting for an unthinkable tragedy. Give me a follow! Instagram.com/thestoryofpod tiktok.com/@thestoryofpod If you like this podcast, please leave a 5 star review and share your favorite episode with someone! It means so much to me, and it helps the show more than you know. Colleen's Memorial Fund: https://colleenritzer.org/

You've probably heard of Lyle and Erik Menendez, but do you know the details about their brutal crime? Their story is one about privilege, luxury, abuse and betrayal all set in the fabulously wealthy suburb of Beverly Hills.  *Warning: this episode contains references to sexual abuse of a minor. Please use discretion.* Give me a follow! Instagram.com/thestoryofpod tiktok.com/@thestoryofpod If you like this podcast, please leave a 5 star review and share your favorite episode with someone! It means so much to me, and it helps the show more than you know.

In episode 20 of this podcast, I discussed the Black Dahlia murder case. A couple of months ago, I researched it again for an updated recounting of the case for a YouTube video. During this research, I became fascinated by the Hodel family and their ties to the Black Dahlia murder. This is their story. *Warning: this episode contains discussion of sexual abuse involving a minor. Please listen with caution.* Black Dahlia YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/wIVx6c5BC70?si=JI8HGla4uop-Y3kf Give me a follow! Instagram.com/thestoryofpod tiktok.com/@thestoryofpod

Mary Yoder was an active, fit woman with a healthy lifestyle. When she fell deathly ill, those who knew her were surprised. But the real shock came when the nefarious truth was revealed. Give me a follow! Instagram.com/thestoryofpod tiktok.com/@thestoryofpod

With the creation of social media has come an influx of influencers; most notably, Utah mom vloggers who have monetized their day to day life as housewives through social media. Among these vloggers was Ruby Franke, who constantly documented her family life and earned a reputation of a mom with a “tough love” parenting style. Give me a follow! Instagram.com/thestoryofpod tiktok.com/@thestoryofpod