Degrees of Crime: A True Crime Breakdown with a Twist
Listen to a deep dive into crimes past and present. Details on those committing these acts, the victims, their families, and the effects left behind. Bringing crime to a human level is the purpose. Let's bring crime to the family table.
Episodes
Shoot the Shit
Today's episode we discuss some current events, you know we stand on our soapbox. Join us for our witty and humorous takes on what the heck is happening in this world!
The Clery Act
“I couldn’t believe this could happen to my wonderful child… it looked so safe” Connie Clery No parent expects when they send their child back to school after their first spring break that they would not even a week later receive the most d…
What happened at Delta State? #TreyReed
Join us this episode as we delve into the facts, the doubts, and the implications. This episode offers insights into mental health, historic reflections and a conversation not to settle the case, but to honor the life at its center and push…
Kayla Noonan - A Tragedy in Vermont
Kayla Noonan moved to Burlington, Vermont, to pursue her education at the University of Vermont. Despite the challenges that many students faced in a new environment, she flourished, radiating joy to all those around her. Her promising futu…
#JusticeforJayLee
In the early morning hours, before the sun barely touched the sky, a light left this world. Jimmie “JayLee” simply wanted to have fun, maybe create a memory he could share with friends over brunch. It seemed insignificant for a 20-year-old …
Shoot the Sh*t: The End?
Join us for the final episode of this season of Crime At the Family Table. We talk current events and some true crime updates. Life was life -ing hard so we cut things short this season but we are so grateful for everyone still tuning in ye…
101 Days of “Freedom”-Thomas Knight
In this episode, we examine the life of Thomas Knight, a man whose violent crimes kept him on death row for almost 40 years. We begin with his final moments on January 7, 2014, just before he is executed. From there, we explore the crime th…
New Life Who Dis?
Join the crew this week as we discuss the case of Walter Lee Parman....or is it Mike Noble?
498 - Edwin Ernesto Rivera-Garcia
This week’s episode we take a look at Edwin Ernesto Rivera-Garcia, a man who at first glance does not look like he belongs on the FBIs radar. However, his motive for committing the act that led him to be added to FBI Most Wanted list he car…
Ex Factor
In this episode, we delve into the twisted tale of a jealous ex-girlfriend who spirals into a dangerous web of crime and betrayal. When her obsession takes a dark turn, she finds herself entangled in a life on the run, with accomplices who …
518 - The Narco of Narcos
We explore the fascinating and dangerous world of Rafael Caro-Quintero, one of Mexico’s most infamous drug lords. Caro-Quintero was a key player in the Guadalajara Cartel, involved in drug trafficking, violence, and the murder of DEA agent …
Revenge and Regret
In this week's episode, we dive into the life of a notorious gang member, David Alex Alvarez who found himself on the FBI's most wanted list after he and his "homegirl" concocted a plan to exact revenge on his ex wife. His life spirals out…
FBI Most Wanted
Welcome Back to another season of CATFT!! Happy 2025 to our loyal listeners and the new crew!This first episode is a brief about the FBI Most Wanted list or Ten Most Wanted Fugitives, that many have seen your TV screens. We wanted to go ove…
Shoot the Sh*t Episode
Join us for the finale episode of Season 5As we close the chapter on this stage in the podcast. We touch on some touchy and current events on everyone news stations and TikTok fyp. And of course we close out rehashing this season and giving…
Generational curse - Willie Bosket
It's the last case of the season!Housed at the Maximum Security Prison Wendee Correctional Facility is an inmate known as the most dangerous inmate in the NY Prison system. Situated in a special cell that is almost entirely plexiglass with …
Case Study: Marquese
This episode we are doing a little something different! Join us in a conversation, a case study, about a teenage repeat offender. Is he a lost cause or just a product of his environment?
Never ending party- The Tyler Hadley Case
This week we are Port St. Lucy or as the young people would have called it Port St. Lousy. I’m sure it can go without saying that Port St. Lucy is not in anyone’s top 10 destinations to travel for a good time. A stark contrast to its far aw…
Jose Montano & Marcelles Peter
This week's episode, the girls are back together for a really tough case. Join us as we explore the tragic assault committed by a group of teenage boys against a young girl (referred to as Jane Doe), an event that altered their lives and th…
The Scottsboro Boys
Before the Central Park Five there were the Scottsboro Boys. The Scottsboro Boys experienced the uphill battle against the Jim Crow South that was hell bent on seeing these nine black young men hang either by a white mob or the justice syst…
Baby Faced Killers: The death of Michael McMorrow
In the heart of bustling Manhattan lies Central Park, an oasis of tranquility and beauty. Yet, beneath its serene facade, darker stories can unfold, as seen in the shocking case of two teenagers who forever tainted this iconic landscape. In…
Juveniles and Juvenile Court 101
Welcome back to a new season! Join us today to discuss how the Juvenile Courts got their start and the legislation that helped to fine tune this system that we know today. And don’t worry more is to come in our new season on j…
Let's Shoot the Sh*t
We have come to the final episode of this season. Our episode where we just "shoot the sh*t" about any and everything from OJ Simpson roasting on an open fire, Diddy, to the Quiet on Set documentary. We will be taking a short break and retu…
Kedena Brown - Vanderhorst
Mother's Day as far as anyone is concerned is the most special holiday of the year next to Christmas. A day to show appreciation, thanks, and love to the woman that gave you life. And if you are a mother it is the day you plan to relax, rec…
Yet Another Confession: The Murder of Declan Lyons
Our story unfolds in a quaint town where bonds of friendship run deep and trust is held sacred. But when a cherished member of the community is found slain, shockwaves reverberate through the tight-knit social fabric, leaving behind a trail…
Taylor Behl
The Alford Plea lies somewhere between a criminal defendant claim of innocent and guilty. A strange area of our justice system that can leave those questioning the validity and need for such a plea. The case of Taylor Behl is one such case…
Nia Wilson
On July 22, 2018, three sisters are sitting on the B.A.R.T train at MacArthur Station in Oakland, CA. Decompressing after an evening fun at their Aunts party. The calmness of the evening is turned into horror in a matter of seconds when a m…
Alyssa Burkett
If there was a ranking of greatest fears I think stalking would be missed by many people. Although just the sheer mention of a person following your every move is enough to send a chill down your spine. And you would not be without reason a…
The Idaho 4
Aaaaand we're back! On this episode of Crime at The Family Table, we are exploring the term: Affadavit and tying it into the very tragic case of the Idaho 4. Four University of Idaho students, Kaylee Goncalves, Ethan Chapin, Maddison Mogen …
Welcome Back
After a long break, we are back. I hope you all are ready for a new and improved season just like we are. I know it has been a slow come-back but we are back and ready to take on the next phase. This episode is a quick detailing of what to …
Just Kickin It
Final episode of season 4! Thank you all for a great season. Join us this episode as we “shoot the shit” about hot topics, pop culture and more. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/07/us/prison-escape-chester-county-cavalcante.html (https://ww…
Not What the Doctor Ordered - Bertha Gifford
Imagine living in a literal one horse town. Only access to one doctor, having to travel to town over to go to a general store, and relying on one woman to be your nurse. Well that was the experience of the citizens in of Catawissa, Missouri…
Guilty or Innocent: The Tragic End of Leo Frank
Today’s episode is the case of Leo Frank, arrested for the murder of 13 year old Mary Phagan. Kidnapped from his jail cell in Georgia and lynched. Was he wrongfully convicted or was justice served?
Brilliant minds with murderous intent - Leopold and Loeb
Imagine having all the privileges one could ask for and the intelligence that would others feel inadequate to be around. That is the case of Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb, two young men who had the world at their fingertips but were willi…
The Ouija Board “Scandal”
Taking a moment of silence to remember and reflect on 9/11. This week’s episode is a 1930’s case of the murder of a promising artist. A Frenchmen, a Native American woman and a Ouija board walk into a bar…
Tacoma Ax Killer - Jake Bird
We have all heard those tales of the past. Those over romanticized stories of a safer time where no one had a care in world. The favorite thing to say “It was so safe people didn’t lock their doors” it seems laughable now but there was a ti…
The Greenlease Kidnapping
Ransom notes sent to the wrong address, crooked cops, the mob and taxi cabs. What do all of these things have in common? Join us this week and find out when we discuss the 1954 kidnapping of 6 year old Bobby Greenlease Jr.
The C.O.R.E Fatalities
The fight for racial equality and equity at its foundation lies the lives lost to make it happen. The voices that we know ring loud and true to this day. Many unknown faces and names lost to history but not today. Join us as we discuss the …
Forever Sweethearts: The Disappearance of Mitchell Weiser and Bonnie Bickwit
Mitchell Weiser and Bonnie Bickwit set out one July morning in 1973, hoping to catch their favorite performers at rock history's biggest concert, Summer Jam at Watkins Glen. Out of the 600,000 attendees, two were never heard from again. A 5…
The 80’s Yuppie Murder
It was a time of booming industry and new found conservatism. It was this decade where the term “Yuppie” was born. Used to describe college educated and upper middle class young people. And that title could definitely be used to describe Ch…
James Byrd Jr. : A Ride to Remember
Accepting a late night ride home proved to be fatal for a small town’s well loved resident. Join us in our premiere episode of Season 4, as we discuss the tragic hate crime against James Byrd Jr.