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True Crime California
by True Crime California
True Crime California is a podcast about crimes that take place in, you guessed it - the great Golden State of California. Brought to you by Cindy, a former host of Twisted Listers Podcast, these stories will cover everything from well known crimes we've all heard about, to more obscure stories that need to be told. Join in weekly for new cases, with occasional multi-episode arcs for the bigger cases out there, with mini episodes coming soon too! This podcast is creepy, interesting, and all California, all the time.
Episodes
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TCC 29: The Night Stalker, Richard Ramirez Part 2
We continue with the story of one of the most infamous murderers in the history of California: Richard Ramirez! Part 2 takes us deep into the life of this maniac, and covers as many of his murders and attacks as we know about, with creepy details that show even disorganized killers eventually…
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TCC #29: The Night Stalker - Richard Ramirez, Part 1
Sometimes, you just have to take on a big case, and very few are bigger in California True Crime History than the story of Richard Ramirez. Richard Ramirez, otherwise known as the Night Stalker, was one of the most terriflying and prolific serial killers in California history, which is really...
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TCC #28: Betty Broderick
And we're back! This week, we take a look at a sometimes heroine, sometimes villain, the woman, the myth, the legend - Betty Broderick! Everybody in the 90's knew her name; to some, it was mud, while to others, it was the name of a woman who finally said enough, and took matters into her own…
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TCC #27: The Greystone Mansion Murders
This episode, we are going back in time a bit more than usual, all the way back to the 1920's, to a case that was such an important part of history, yet is so easily forgotten (possibly on purpose) that we had to bring it back to the forefront of all true crime listener's minds: The Greystone...
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TCC #26: Angelina Rodriguez
This week, we are looking at a case of a woman so dumb, so greedy, that her story is almost funny... almost. Had she not murdered one (maybe more) people, her craziness would be hilarious, but unfortunately, her horrible ways were focused on those she was supposed to love, and who certainly loved...
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TCC #25: Mark "Gator" Rogowski
This week, we decided to not lean into the holidays, and instead do a totally random, but still completely horrifice, case of murder and mayhem. Instead of covering a Santa Slayer case, Cindy chose to cover a case out of a community close to her heart: skateboarders. This case, the story of the...
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TCC #24 Mary Vincent
This episode, we are continuing with survivors stories, with the incredible, horrible, story of Mary Vincent. Mary was only 15 when she ran away from her Nevada home in hopes of finding her grandfather. While on the way, she was horrifically attacked by a merchant seaman, and despite surviving…
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TCC 23: The Chowchilla Bus Kidnapping
This week we're looking at a story of survival, which can be a great thing, but also has a lot of trauma related repercussions for the survivor, or in this case survivors - all 27 of them! This story, the Chowchilla Bus Kidnapping, was the biggest story - and largest mass kidnapping - California...
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TCC #22: The Wineville Chicken Coop Murders
This week, we're going back in time to a horrific and little covered case: The Wineville Chicken Coop Murders. Be warned, this case is centered around horrific abuse and murder of children, so it may not be for everyone, and as always, there will be no shying away from the details of what…
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TCC #21 Theresa Knorr
This week, we are diving in on one of the most horrific tales we've ever heard or spoke of: The worst mother in the world, Theresa Knorr. This absolute monster of a woman subjected her own children to more abuse than most people can even think about, and when that wasn't enough to satisfy her...
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TCC #20 The Napa Halloween Massacre
This week we're kicking off spooky season with a well known Halloween Homicide that took place in Napa, California. Adriane Insogna and Leslie Mazzara were upstairs asleep in their three bedroom house, along with their downstaris roommate, when murderous villain broke into their home, with...
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TCC #19 The Speed Freak Killers
This week, we're diving into a serial killer duo who were rightfully dubbed The Speed Freak Killers. These to drugged out losers assaulted and killed as many as 70 men and women in California's Central Valley betwen the years of 1984 and 1998, before the Sheriff in the area finally decided to put…
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TCC #18 The Murder of Kristin Smart, Part 2
We're back this week with the conclusion of the absolutely terrible case of the murder of Kristin Smart. While the conclusion does have some very gratifying moments, unfortunately, it also continues the general vibe of this case - frustration, sadness, and a strong lack of closure. That being…
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TCC #18 The Murder of Kristin Smart, Part 1
We are BACK, finally! After a nearly five month hiatus, Cindy is back with a doozy of a case! The murder of Kristin Smart is something most Californians of a certain age at least know about, remember, and often mourn, as it was huge news in many communities, especially as it took over 20 years to...
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TCC 17 Roger Kibbe, The I-5 Strangler
This week, we take a look at a slightly lesser known but still very scary serial killer, Roger Kibbe, the I-5 Strangler. Roger had the typical serial killer upbringing - bad home life, mommy issues, and the inability to express his emotions except through trouble making and violence. The thing…
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TCC 16 Steven and Cary Stayner, Part 2
This week we conclude the terrible tale of two brothers, both wounded by their childhoods, in very different but equally horrific ways, and both with tragic endings to their adult lives (although one is still very much alive). Part two of this tale focuses on Cary's life after leaving home, and...
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TCC #16 Steven and Cary Stayner, Part 1
This week is part 1 of a two-for-one true crime story, with two horrifying stories from the same ill fated family - the Stayners. We begin our story with the birth of the eldest son, Cary Stayner. Four years later, his younger brother, Steven would be born, causing a rift in the family that never...
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TCC #15 Sherri Rasmussen
Sherri Rasmussen was a super accomplished, intelligent, beautiful woman with a fantastic career and brand new marriage when she was brutally murdered inside her home. She was only 29 years old. The case went cold for many years, with virtually no viable leads. Sherri's family always felt they…
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TCC #14 The Keddie Cabin Murders
This week, we're taking a look at an unsolved case - one of the most famous in California, in fact! This came in as a listener request but was definitely something we wanted to do anyway, so we're glad you all asked! This story takes place in the remote area of Keddie, California, in what can…
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TCC #13 Richard Chase Part 2
This week we're finishing our terrible tale of the Vampire of Sacramento, Richard Chase. This man was haunted by demons created in his own sick mind, and unfortunately took that out on innocent victims, killing them so he could drink their blood, eat their flesh, and mutilate their bodies. This...
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TCC #13 Richard Chase, Part 1
This week is another two parter (sorry friends!) This is the horrific, terrible, very sad tale of Richard Chase, otherwise known as the vampire of Sacramento. This man was one of the craziest mass/serial killers of the past 50 years, and it all could have been avoided if he had only been given…
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TCC #12 Colleen Stan, The Girl in the Box
This week we're covering another well known and completely over the top case - the case of Colleen Stan, otherwise known as the Girl in the Box. This story is a harrowing tale of kidnapping, brainwashing, torture, abuse, and luckily, survival. When Colleen was only 19 years old, she decided to...
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TCC #11 The Murder of Tom and Jackie Hawks
This week we're covering a slightly lesser know, yet no less horrible case - the murder of Tom and Jackie Hawks. Tom and Jackie Hawks were two fun loving, young retirees who had set sail around the world in their hard earned and "Well Deserved" yacht before deciding to come back to the main land...
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TCC #10 Dorothea Puente Part 2
Part 2! This week, we are diving into a personal favorite case: the story of Dorothea Puente! This murderous granny lived a wild life before turning her petty crimes up many notches, all the way to serial murder. From humble beginnings in Redlands, CA, all the way to dancing with the Governor and...
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TCC #10 Dorothea Puente Part 1
This week, we are diving into a personal favorite case: the story of Dorothea Puente! This murderous granny lived a wild life before turning her petty crimes up many notches, all the way to serial murder. From humble beginnings in Redlands, CA, all the way to dancing with the Governor and rubbing...
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TCC #9: The Toolbox Killer
This week, we look at what can only be described as a devastating case, truly one of the worst out there - The Toolbox Killer. This case again takes place in the 1970's, when multiple young girls were abducted, tortured, sexually assaulted, and killed by two trash bag humans named Larry Bittaker...
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TCC #8: The Barbecue Murders
This week, we go back to the 70's for another infamous crime: The Barbecue Murders! This is a classic tale of parricide, but the details muddy the waters a bit when thinking about who is really at fault, and who is really a victim. Sixteen year old Marlene Olive, adopted at birth and never…
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TCC #7 The Murder of Debbie Dorian
This week we are covering a lesser known, but still horrific (and also very interesting) case: the murder of Debbie Dorian. Debbie Dorian was a smart, driven 22 year old college student at Fresno State when her life was cut short by an unidentified attacker. Despite police taking immediate…
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TCC #6 Polly Klaas
This week we take a look at one of the most infamous, horrifying cases in California history: the abduction and murder of Polly Klaas. This story takes place in 1993, when 12 year old Polly is stolen out of her own bedroom during a sleep over with two friends, while her mother and sister slept in...
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TCC #5 Bill Bonin Part 2
This week finishes the horrifying saga of Bill Bonin, otherwise known as the Freeway Killer, who killed at least 21 young men and boys between 1979 and 1980. In the second half of this case, we hear more horrifying details about his final murders, as well as how he and his accomplices were...
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TCC #5: Bill Bonin Part 1
This week, Cindy is doing a deep dive on the absolutely horrible, despicable serial killer, William "Bill" Bonin. This trash bag human assaulted or murdered upwards of 50 boys and young men, and had no signs of stopping when he was finally caught in the summer of 1981. Beyond the horrificness of...
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True Crime California: Welcome to the Show!
True Crime California is a podcast about crimes that take place in, you guessed it - the great Golden State of California. Brought to you by Cindy, a former host of Twisted Listers Podcast, these stories will cover everything from well known crimes we've all heard about, to more obscure stories...
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TCC #4 The Murder of Cara Knott
This week we take a look at yet another murder from the 1980's, this time from 1986 in San Diego County. This story is about the tragic murder of 20 year old Cara Knott, a bright young woman with her whole life ahead of her until she meets an unlikely killer while driving home one night. The case...
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TCC #3 The Sweetheart Murders
Take two on this case! This week, Cindy is looking at a previously cold case that was finally solved over 30 years after a young couple was abducted from Davis, CA, while on their way to a surprise party. As some of you may know, Davis is Cindy's home town, so this case is very near and dear to...
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TCC #2: The Wonderland Murders
This week, we take a look at the very well known and horrifying case of the Wonderland Murders. This case involves a slew of then-well-known names, including one John Holmes, otherwise known as Johnny Wadd, a famous (or infamous) adult film star and all around trash bag human being. From humble...
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TCC Episode 1: Dorothy Stratten
Hello and welcome to True Crime California, a podcast all about crime that takes place in the Great Golden State. For our first episode, we dive into the trouble life and horrible death of Playboy Playmate and rising star, Dorothy Stratten. At just 18 years old Dorothy moved from Canada to...
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True Crime California is a podcast about crimes that take place in, you guessed it - the great Golden State of California. Brought to you by Cindy, a former host of Twisted Listers Podcast, these stories will cover everything from well known crimes we've all heard about, to more obscure stories that need to be told. Join in weekly for new cases, with occasional multi-episode arcs for the bigger cases out there, with mini episodes coming soon too! This podcast is creepy, interesting, and all California, all the time.
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