Ivy League Murders
Join Laura and Sarah as they discuss the most haunting cases to spin out of some of America's most elite corners.
Episodes
Murder in the Dollhouse: The Jennifer Dulos Case
This week, we discuss the Jennifer Dulos in depth with author Rich Cohen. What happens when the Ivy grows thorns?  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Down to the Bone: The McStay Family Murder
This week we discuss the mysterious case of the McStay family with author Caitlin Rother. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
When the Mask Slips: Brown University's Tragedy of the Brendel Family
One man's con turns deadly for a Brown alumni family.  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Bonus Episode: Solving a Cold Case with Caitlin Rother
It’s our pleasure this week to welcome back New York Times best selling author Caitlin Rother. She’s here to discuss her new book Body Parts ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Run Baby Run: The Murder of UPenn's Adam Anhang
When Adam Anhang, a successful business man was murdered on the streets of Old San Juan, people were left wondering who would hurt (let alone kill) this generous, kind, brilliant man? ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Yale's Arthur Pennell: The Gilded Age Murder in Buffalo
The year is 1903, Buffalo society is shocked by Ed Burdick's murder. Scandalous affairs, private investigators and red herrings all lead to one question: Who killed Ed Burdick in his study with a golf club? Special thanks to Kimberly Tille…
UPenn’s Anti-Hero: The Curious Case of Luigi
Why is social media celebrating Luigi Mangione? And why did Mangione, a privileged Ivy Leaguer, murder a CEO? ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
50 Shades of Rockefeller
When a fun tryst turns deadly, an upstanding family is left wondering how well they knew their father. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
The Murder Mantra
The 2022 execution of Dartmouth athlete Moriah Wilson was one of the most shocking murders in recent Austin history. The hunt for her murderer would lead investigators on a manhunt to Costa Rica. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Ely Murders
Actor Ron Ely lost a federal civil-rights lawsuit against the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office and four of its deputies, stemming from a 2019 incident in which his wife and son both died. The lawsuit alleged that deputies and sheriff’s…
A Devil in Helltown
This week we look at the connection between Cornell's Kurt Vonnegut and Cape Cop serial killer Tony "Chop Chop" Costa. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Carlos Perez-Olivo: Bitten By Greed
Career burnout can be brutal. This Ivy leaguer's mid life crisis proved fatal. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Ann and Billy Woodward: "The Ideal Couple"
Billy Woodward, a Harvard Legacy, was shot and killed by his wife, Ann. Was it an accident or intentional with a subsequent cover up? You be the judge.  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Capote's Poisonous Pen and the Woodward Affair
Once again, we're thrilled to have Jane Hitchcock on to discuss the Woodward murder, Truman Capote and the swans of New York society. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Death at Dartmouth: Anatomy of a Folie a Deux
In January of 2001, two Dartmouth professors, Half and Susanne Zantop were found murdered in their home in Etna, New Hampshire. A virulent violence drove two boys to kill them at random.  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Crimes in High Society: A Talk with Novelist and Playwright Jane Hitchcock
It’s our absolute pleasure this week to speak with Jane Hitchcock about her wonderful novels about the misdeeds of the one percent.  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Murder on Black Diamond Trail: Death of a Promise
On June 2, 2009, police discovered Blazej Kot covered in blood in a parked car. What had happened to this happy newlywed couple both with promising futures at Cornell? ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Speed Demon: Harvard's John Paul Sr., Race Car Driving Serial Killer?
This week we go to Miami in the 80’s Drug smuggling, race car driving and foul play. At the center of this adrenaline-fueled world was Harvard Business School grad and race car driver, John Paul, Sr. People seemed to disappear around John …
Harvard’s Grave Robbers
The #HarvardMorgueCase Join Sarah and Laura as they discuss the case of former #Harvard #Morgue Manager Cedric Lodge who is accused of selling donated body parts. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Death on the Grey Lady, Part Two: Columbia’s Thomas Toolan III
This week Laura and Sarah discuss the 2004 murder of Beth Lochtefeld that rocked Nantucket.  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Death on the Grey Lady, Part One: Columbia’s Thomas Toolan III
This week Laura and Sarah discuss the 2004 murder of Beth Lochtefeld that rocked Nantucket.  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
The Latest on Brian Walshe
This week, Bob Ward joins us for the latest updates on the Brian Walshe case. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Brian Walshe's Artless Con
"Art is what you can get away with" - Andy Warhol Clearly Brian Walshe took Walshe's words to heart when he sold two fake Warhols on EBay. Join us in a lively discussion with art theft expert and author, Anthony Amore, as we deconstruct Wa…
What Now? Brian Walshe and Legal Battle Ahead
This week Sarah and Laura welcome legal expert and criminal defense extraordinaire Peter Elikann for a discussion on the legal issues ahead for Brian Walshe. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
The Mystery of Malice: The Murder of Ana Walshe Part 1
We are back! On January 4th, 2023 a well-being check on Cohasset mother of three, Ana Walshe, led the police on a grisly and disturbing journey. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
The Mystery of Malice: The Murder of Ana Walshe Part 2
Join Laura and Sarah for a discussion with Reporter Bob Ward who broke part of the Walshe case. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Suzanne Jovin: The Yale Cold Case That Should Have Been Solved
Yale University's Suzanne Jovin was brutally murdered December 4th, 1998. Why was her case not solved and could it have been?
The fatal shoving death of Columbia’s Barbara Maier Gustern
On March 10th, 2022 a beautiful life and voice was silenced by an irrational, rage-filled shove in New York City.
September 11th: A Story of Survival
On this fateful day twenty one years ago, Will Jimeno was an officer with the Port Authority in New York. As others were fleeing, Jimeno along with his fellow officers responded and became trapped under the rubble of the Twin Towers. Burie…
Barnard’s ‘Black Widow’: The Kogan Murder
In 1990, George Kogan was shot three times walking back from his Upper East apartment. Did greed and envy lead to his murder?
The Professor's Obsession Part 2
This episode concludes our Combat Zone series. In this episode Laura and I dive into the investigation into Robin Benedict's murder and the eventual capture of the perpetrator. This is the second part of the episode, If you've not listen…
RE-RELEASE: The Combat Zone Episode Four: A Professor’s Obsession Part 1
This week we discuss how an Ivy-league educated Tufts professor became obsessed with Robin Benedict, a sex worker from the Combat Zone. Tomorrow's episode is part two of A Professor's Obsession and the end of our Combat Zone series.
Breaking News: Elite Dartmouth Cyclist Murdered in Texas
This week we bring you breaking news of a Texas-sized love triangle that ended in murder between elite cyclists and a yoga teacher who is on the lam.
The Combat Zone Episode Four: A Professor’s Obsession
This week we discuss how an Ivy-league educated Tufts professor became obsessed with Robin Benedict, a sex worker from the Combat Zone.
Combat Zone 3: A Walk on the Wild Side with Enjae
This week we talk to former stripper and sex worker, Enjae about her experience in the Combat Zone.
Combat Zone Pt. 2 From Liberty to Libertines
This week we go way back into the history of the Combat Zone with the wonderful author Anthony Sammarco
The Combat Zone Part 1
Join us as we talk about the murder of Harvard football player, Andrew Puopolo, with author Jan Brogan
Re-Release Part 2: Slonim Woods 9: Surviving the Cult
Rereleased in light of last Tuesday’s guilty verdict, this week is Part 2 of our Sarah Lawrence series. This week, Daniel Barban Levin discusses his book Slonim Woods 9, a terrifying account of surviving Larry Ray’s cult.
Re-Release Part 1: Larry Ray and the Sarah Lawrence Sex Cult
Rereleased in light of Tuesday’s guilty verdict. The story behind the headlines... In this two part special about the scandal at Sarah Lawrence, Sarah and Laura are joined by Olivia Snake - the TikTok true crime star and host of Goddess Co…
Leopold and Loeb Revisited
This week we interview author Alan R. Warren. In his series Killer Queens, Warren explores high profile criminal cases in the gay community.