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EPISODE · Nov 11, 2025 · 1H 15M

If You Tell by Gregg Olsen | The Disturbing True Crime Story of Shelly Knotek

from Read Between the Wines with Mandy and Deb · host Read Between the Wines with Mandy and Deb

In this episode of Read Between the Wines, Mandy and Deb dive into the shocking true crime story behind If You Tell by Gregg Olsen. 🍷🖤 They unpack the harrowing abuse endured by the Knotek sisters and the horrifying crimes committed inside the Knotek household, exploring how Shelly Knotek manipulated, tortured, and controlled her victims for years.The conversation examines the psychology of abusive relationships, the long-term impact on survivors, and the disturbing details that make this case one of the most disturbing in modern true crime. Mandy and Deb also discuss the legal consequences faced by Shelly and Dave Knotek, their controversial prison sentences, and the emotional weight of reading such a dark, real-life account.Despite the heavy subject matter, the hosts weave in moments of levity and compassion as they break down why If You Tell is an unforgettable and essential read for true crime fans. The episode wraps with a teaser for next week’s lighter, romance-themed discussion.00:00 Welcome Back and Chat10:08 CONTENT WARNINGS - If You Tell by Gregg Olsen58:08 The Aftermath of Shelly's Actions01:05:45 Reflections on the Story and Its Impact01:09:10 Wrap Up and Coming up next week#TrueCrime #IfYouTell #GreggOlsen #ShellyKnotek #TrueCrimeBooks #BookTok #TrueCrimePodcast #CrimeDiscussion #ReadBetweenTheWines #AbuseSurvivors #PsychologicalAbuse #BookPodcast #TrueCrimeCommunity #TrueCrimeObsessed #ReadersOfYouTubeFollow us!⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/5f25tAVPlu7GRBZ2TQu3qc?si=cQvieQDqTuqAOHNDULq8nQ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/read-between-the-wines-with-mandy-and-deb/id1825017240TikTok: @read.between.the.wines2Instagram: @rbtwines2YouTube: @ReadBetweenTheWines2Let us know how we're doing or what you want to hear more of!  www.readbtw.com

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