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Four college buddies, four beers, and some of the greatest crimes in the history of the mankind! Jake, Cory, Jack, and Brendan present their takes on the most jaw-dropping true crime cases in the world, while making a weekly drinking game out of it!

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25 Episodes

The Elusive Storyville Slayer

09/26/2023 275700 min 0 sec

Content Warning: This episode depicts serial murder, including extreme violence, with mentions of intimate partner violence. Viewer discretion is advised.Jake and his two guest co-hosts, Louis Danowsky and Alex Darvin, tackle the case of the Storyville Slayer, a serial killer who terrorized New Orleans in the early 90s. Find out how the killer managed to baffle everyone from the police to the nation's most popular talk show.Link to the full interview depicted in the episode:https://youtu.be/ARpbwa5s2SM?si=uHilHaYGeiJH1cK6

The Maniacal Man Against Himself

07/02/2023 156420 min 0 sec

The guys delve into the depraved story of Carl Panzram, one of the worst serial killers in American history who lived a life torment and with an absolute vitriolic hatred for society. He steal from some of society's most prominent figures, and use their possessions for his most twisted ends. Drink every time a new alias is introduced and enjoy!  

The Invincible Iron Mike

05/16/2023 108240 min 0 sec

The guys celebrate Brendan's birthday with the story of Iron Mike. While most characters on this show die rather easily, Mike bucks the trend and simply refuses to go down. Tune into this story of cartoon villain plots, inexplicable feats, and alcohol aplenty (and Jake's terrible Vuadville radio host impression). Drink every time booze is mentioned and bear witness to the story, of Iron Mike.

Room 1046

01/30/2023 146520 min 0 sec

The guys unwrap a 90-year-old mystery about a grisly attack in a Kansas City Hotel Room. Was it a Mafia hit? A lover's quarrel? Or something even more sinister? Drink every time we mention hotels and let's get into the story of Room 1046.

The Demented Tale of The Doll

12/20/2022 106440 min 0 sec

In the first episode of Season 2, the guys head down to Florida and take a look at one of the strangest stories in the history of true crime, the demented tale of the doll. Can they solve the mystery of how a seemingly healthy and happy woman died and why her body was dressed up like a doll? Drink every time we mention tuberculosis and let's get into it!

The Horrifying Monster of the Andes

11/12/2022 210180 min 0 sec

For the Season Finale, the guys examine the story of the Monster of the Andes, a serial killer who stalked Columbia, Peru, and Ecuador during a period of intense civil war. They face difficult questions about a child who was raised in darkness, and whether serial killers are made, born, or some combination of both. Thanks to all for making this a great season!

The Boogeyman of Staten Island

10/10/2022 118560 min 0 sec

Illegal medical experiments, escaped mental patients, and an abandoned asylum; what could go wrong? The guys tackle the real-life story of the urban legend of Cropsey and see if there's any truth behind the infamous Boogeyman of Staten Island.

Unmasking the Lipstick Killer

09/22/2022 286620 min 0 sec

The guys tackle one of the most famous criminal cases in Chicago's history, the notorious Lipstick Killer. The crime is bizarre, and not everything seems to add up. Corruption, sensationalism, and murder abound in this episode. Drink every time the media is brought up and see if we can solve this one!

The Uncanny Docteur Diable

09/08/2022 144600 min 0 sec

The guys investigate the story of Docteur Diable, a man wanted by the Nazis and lauded by the French Resistance. Was he a hero or villain? Who was he really? Is the truth stranger than fiction? Join us for our first investigation into French True Crime history! 

The Many Mysteries of Norjack

08/13/2022 189540 min 0 sec

The guys try their hand at unmasking the infamous DB Cooper and walk the audience through the many twists and turns of the Norjack case. It still remains today the only unsolved case of air piracy in American history, and one of the most extensive FBI investigations of all time. Will they crack it? Of course not, but will they get drunk and come up with some theories? Always!

James Maybrick Part 3: I AM JACK

06/20/2022 242760 min 0 sec

The guys tackle the white whale of true crime, Jack the Ripper. Is there a real chance Maybrick was the killer? If not him, who? Why is the Ripper so infamous, and elusive? Find out on this finale of our three part series on James Maybrick!

James Maybrick Part 2: Trouble in Texas

05/22/2022 120900 min 0 sec

The guys continue their analysis of the life of James Maybrick with the reign of the Servant Girl Annihilator. Was James involved? Who was the Annihilator? What will happen to James? Find out on the second part of our three-part series!

James Maybrick Part 1: The Death and Life of James Maybrick

04/16/2022 143340 min 0 sec

The guys begin their three-part series on James Maybrick, a Victorian noble whose life was shrouded in rumor and scandal. Part 1 focuses on James' mysterious untimely death, and if the killer still resided in his opulent mansion. Drink every time a new character was introduced and enjoy!

The Vexing Case of the Alphabet Murders

03/15/2022 95460 min 0 sec

In the 1970s, a series of girls turned up dead in Rochester, New York. All the murders had the same strange MOs. With limited evidence, the guys examine the same series of questions the Rochester Police Department dealt with. Why were these girls targeted? Was there only one killer? Just who was, the Alphabet Murderer? Drink every time we mention cats and we hope you enjoy!

The Life and Lies of Henry Lee Lucas

03/05/2022 160980 min 0 sec

The guys delve into the twists and turns of Henry Lee Lucas' life story. Henry, sometimes known as the Confession Killer, is believed by some to be one of the most prolific serial killers in history. His case has been the subject of much controversy, especially in the state of Texas, and his has case made it all the way to the desk of George W. Bush. Drink every time milk shakes are mentioned and be sure to share and leave us a rating, as it really helps us out with the algorithm. 

The Unsettling Chicago Tylenol Murders

02/20/2022 126360 min 0 sec

The guys tackle the media circus that was the Chicago Tylenol Murders, a series of poisonings that left at least 7 people dead. The killings were highly publicized and there was a litany of suspects. Will the guys close in on the killer?Please share and leave a rating if you enjoyed! 

The Divisive Atlanta Child Murders

02/13/2022 146700 min 0 sec

The guys tackle the Atlanta child murders, a series of killings in the 1980s that nearly sparked a race war. They lay out the main theory of the case, along with some possible other explanations for how 30 black children were left dead in Atlanta. They also outline the controversial solution to the case, and what new FBI techniques led to the suspect's capture. Be sure to leave us a rating and review depending on your platform!

What Happened to Walter Collins?

01/23/2022 122460 min 0 sec

On this episode the guys try and solve the mystery of what happened to Walter Collins, a nine- year-old boy who went missing in the 1920s on his way home from the movies. Walter's disappearance takes place alongside the backdrop of another disappearance in central LA, where a young girl was kidnapped on her way home from school. Will the guys be able to solve the mystery of what happened to Walter? Be sure to leave a rating and review to let us know what you'd like to see from this series going forward! 

The Repugnant Reign of The Mad Butcher of Kingsbury Run

01/14/2022 178260 min 0 sec

Within the backdrop of the Great Depression, 1930s Cleveland played host to one of the most heinous serial killers in American history. Can the guys unmask who chopped up over a dozen bodies and left them out for all to see? Drink every time torsos are mentioned (and boy they're mentioned a lot). Please rate us on your preferred platform (Spotify finally added a rating system!) so that we can continue to bring you guys more of what you want to see. Appreciate all the support as always!

The Christmas Charring of the Sodder Children

12/23/2021 145440 min 0 sec

The guys investigate the mysterious Christmas Eve fire at the home of the Sodder Family. No remains of those trapped inside were ever found, were they burned to ash? Was the fire an accident? Or did something more sinister happen? Will this 75-year-old mystery baffle the boys, or will they solve it? They won't, but you'll enjoy the ride!

The Tumultuous Trial of Timothy Evans

11/25/2021 200820 min 0 sec

The guys examine the case of Timothy Evans, and whether or not he was a heinous murderer, or the victim of one of the greatest travesties of justice in English History. Drink every time that babies or prostitutes are mentioned. Also disclaimer, this episode does involved sensitive topics such as abortion, and violence against pregnant women, listener discretion is heavily advised. Will the boys crack the case?

The Haunting of Hinterkaifeck Farm

11/14/2021 169140 min 0 sec

The guys examine the 100 year old German mystery, of who killed the Gruber family and their maid. The odd facts of the case have led many to believe that their cause of death was supernatural. Could it really be ghosts that killed the Grubers? Or will guys come up with a more plausible solution? We drink every time we mention farm words if you want to play along responsibly, and remember, keep your doors locked.

The Curious Case of The Watcher

11/06/2021 189300 min 0 sec

The Guys tackle the case of The Watcher, a stalker who terrorized the town of Westfield New Jersey as recently as 2017. This episode proves a true crime case does not need to be filled with blood to be terrifying. Will the guys crack this cold case? Definitely not, but they'll name a few suspects and drink a few beers while doing it. Make sure to let us know what you want to see next!  

The Man Who Killed Halloween

10/30/2021 123360 min 0 sec

The guys discuss the  tragic case of Timmy O'Bryan, an 8 year old boy who was killed by poisoned Halloween candy. They talk about the Halloween Poisoner urban legend and the effect Timmy's case has had on the holiday 50 years later. Will the guys name a killer? Or will this be another case that goes unsolved? This week's drinking game is to drink any time we mention candy on the show! Please only participate if you are able to do so both legally and responsibly. Have a happy Halloween!!!  

The Terrifying Tale of The Axeman

10/11/2021 177420 min 0 sec

On the inaugural episode of Criminally Drunk, Jake recounts the tale of The Axeman; a serial killer of who terrified New Orleans 100 years ago. Brendan and Cory join the ride, giving their takes and drinking some beers along the way. Will the guys be able to crack a 100 year old mystery? No, but they might come close!