Two Crime Besties
Debriefing true crime stories with crime buffs Meg and Emma. Each week we take a look at a different case and discuss our thoughts and opinions with a touch of humour and respect.
Episodes
Episode 64 - Ruby Franke & Jodi Hildebrandt
Summary:In this episode, we delve into the controversial and disturbing story of Ruby Franke, a former family vlogger whose life took a dark turn. We explore the dynamics within the Franke family, the influence of Jodi Hildebrandt, and the …
Episode 63 - The Pettingill Family Part 2: The Walsh Street Murders
Summary:This episode we continue our conversation on the Pettingill Family, a notorious crime family from Melbourne, Australia. The week we look closely at another of Kath's sons, Victor Pierce We delve into the complex and tragic story sur…
Episode 62 - The Pettingills Part 1
Summary:In this episode, we delve into the notorious Pettingill family, a crime family from Melbourne, Australia. We discuss the matriarch, Kath Pettingill, her tumultuous upbringing, and how it influenced her criminal lifestyle. The conver…
Episode 61 - Margaret and Seana Tapp
Summary:In this episode, we delve into the tragic unsolved murders of Margaret and Seana Tapp, exploring the background of the victims, the discovery of their bodies, and the various suspects that emerged during the investigation. They disc…
Episode 60 - Jamie and Jennifer Faith
Summary:In this episode, we dive into the shocking and twist-filled case of Jamie Faith’s tragic murder, a story that stunned a community and captivated a nation. What began as a seemingly senseless crime quickly unraveled into a tangled we…
Episode 59 - Sheree Beasley and Robert Arthur Selby Lowe
Summary:In this episode, we delve into the tragic story of Sheree Beasley, a young girl whose life was cut short by a horrific crime. We explore her background, the events leading up to her murder, and the subsequent investigation that soug…
Episode 58 - Childers Palace Backpackers Hostel Fire
Summary:In this episode, we discuss the tragic Childers Palace Backpackers fire. We explore the events of that night, the emergency response, the investigation into the arsonist Robert Long, and the subsequent trial and community impact. Th…
Episode 57: Gable Tostee
Summary:In this episode, we discuss the case of Gable Tostee and Warriena Wright. The conversation delves into Tostee's background, Wright's life, and the circumstances surrounding their meeting on Tinder, leading to a tragic incident. The …
Episode 56 - Shanann & Chris Watts
Summary: In this episode, we discuss the Watts family case, focusing on the background of Shanann and Chris Watts, their marriage, financial struggles, and the dynamics of their family life leading up to the tragic events. The conversation …
Episode 55: Anita Cobby
SummaryIn this episode, we delve into the tragic murder of Anita Cobby, detailing her life, the brutal crime, the investigation, and the legacy left behind. The conversation highlights the importance of community support for families affect…
Episode 54 - The Butcher of Delhi: Chandrakant Jha
Summary:In this episode, we discuss the chilling case of Chandrakant Jha, known as the Butcher of Delhi. We explore Jha's early life, criminal activities, and the police investigation that led to his arrest. The conversation also touches on…
Episode 53 - Christopher Duntsch AKA Dr. Death
Summary:In this episode, is a detailed exploration of Christopher Duntsch, known as Dr. Death, examining his background, rise in the medical field, and the catastrophic consequences of his surgical practices. The conversation highlights the…
Episode 52 - Peter Falconio & Joanne Lees
Summary:In this episode of Two Crime Besties, we delve into the mysterious disappearance of British tourist Peter Falconio in Australia. We discuss the background of Peter and his girlfriend Joanne Lees, the events leading up to his disappe…
Episode 51 - Susan Cox Powell
Summary: In this episode, the hosts discuss personal updates, family dynamics, and the challenges of pet care before diving into the case of Susan Cox Powell. They explore the background of Susan and Josh Powell, highlighting red flags in t…
Episode 50 - Celebrating 50 episodes and Martha Stewart
Summary: In this celebratory 50th episode, we reflect on their journey, listener engagement, and the evolution of their podcast. For the case this week we delve into the life of Martha Stewart, exploring her rise to fame, her legal troubles…
Episode 49 - Caylee and Casey Anthony
Summary:This week we delve into the complex and controversial case of Casey Anthony, focusing on the disappearance and tragic death of her daughter, Caylee. We explore the background of the Anthony family, the events leading up to Caylee's …
Episode 48 - Schapelle Corby
Summary:In this episode, we discuss the iconic case of Schapelle Corby, exploring her early life, relationships, and the events leading up to her arrest in Bali. They delve into the complexities of her family dynamics, the pressures of medi…
Episode 47 - The Claremont Serial Killer: Bradley Edwards
SummaryIn this episode, we delve into the infamous Claremont serial killer case, focusing on the tragic stories of the victims, the investigation that led to the arrest of Bradley Edwards, and the subsequent trial that revealed the harrowin…
Episode 46 - Lynette Simms (Dawson) & Chris Dawson (The Teachers Pet Case) Part 2
SummaryThe conversation delves into the complex case of Lynette Dawson, who went missing in 1982, and the subsequent investigation that led to her husband Chris Dawson being charged with her murder decades later. The discussion covers perso…
Episode 45 - Lynette Simms (Dawson) and Chris Dawson (The Teachers Pet Case) Part 1
Summary:In this episode, we discuss the case of Lynette Dawson, who went missing in 1982, and the subsequent investigation that followed. We explore the background of Lynette and her husband Chris Dawson, the inappropriate relationships he …
Episode 44 - Uvalde, Texas Elementary School Shooting
Summary:This episode we delve into the tragic Uvalde school shooting, exploring the events leading up to the incident, the background of the perpetrator, the police response, and the aftermath for the victims and the community. The conversa…
Episode 43 - The Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting
SummaryIn this episode, we discuss the tragic Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting, exploring the events leading up to it, the perpetrator's background, and the aftermath. They emphasize the importance of mental health support, the role of…
Episode 42 - The Columbine High School Shooting
SummaryIn this episode, we discuss our recent break and engage with listeners before diving into the Columbine High School shooting. We explore the events of the massacre, the motivations behind the shooters, and the police response. The co…
April Episode Update
Hey Crime Besties - Meg & Em popping into your feed to give you a scheduling update!Don't fret, our next episode drops 6th May and we are releasing not one, but TWO episodes that week!Stay curious, crime besties x
Episode 41 - Jai, Tyler & Bailey Farquharson
SummaryThis episode delves into the tragic case of Robert Farquharson, who was convicted of murdering his three sons in a car accident that he claimed was an accident. The hosts discuss the background of Robert and Cindy Farquharson, the ev…
Episode 40 - Sophie Toscan du Plantier
SummaryIn this episode, we delve into the case of Sophie Toscan du Plantier, a French filmmaker who was tragically murdered in Ireland. The conversation explores Sophie's life, her retreat in Ireland, the discovery of her body, and the subs…
Episode 39 - Karla Homolka & Paul Bernado (AKA The Ken and Barbie Killers)
SummaryThis conversation delves into the chilling case of Karla Homolka and Paul Bernardo, exploring the disturbing dynamics of their relationship, the heinous crimes they committed, and the subsequent legal proceedings. The discussion high…
Episode 38 - Belle Gibson
SummaryIn this episode, we delve into the controversial story of Belle Gibson, a wellness influencer who gained notoriety for her claims of having terminal brain cancer and promoting alternative therapies. We explore her rise to fame, the f…
Episode 37 - Allison Baden-Clay: Part 2
SummaryIn this episode, we delve into the complex case of Allison Baden-Clay, exploring the timeline of her disappearance, the investigation that followed, and the subsequent trial of her husband, Gerard. Following part 1 where we discussed…
Episode 36 - Allison Baden-Clay: Part 1
SummaryThis episode delves into the tragic case of Allison Badon-Clay and her husband Gerard Baden-Clay. We explore Allison's life, her struggles with mental health, and the controlling behaviour of Gerard, which ultimately led to the unrav…
Episode 35 - Snowtown/Bodies in the Barrels: Part 2 (Includes Lucy Letby Update)
SummaryIn this episode, we start this episode discussing the recent controversy over the Lucy Letby case, drawing parallels and discussing the implications of wrongful convictions.We then switch gears to focus on part two of the chilling de…
Episode 34 - Snowtown/Bodies in the Barrels: Part 1
SummaryIn this episode, we discuss the overwhelming chaos of our lives before diving into the infamous Snowtown murders. We explore the backgrounds of the key perpetrators, including John Bunting, Robert Wagner, Mark Hayden, and Jamie Vlasa…
Episode 33 - Charles Manson
SummaryIn this episode, we delve into the chilling story of Charles Manson and the Manson Family, exploring Manson's troubled upbringing, the formation of his cult, and the horrific murders of Sharon Tate and the LaBiancas. We discuss the p…
Episode 32 - Maria James
Summary In this episode, we discuss the transition back to routine after the school holidays, leading into a detailed exploration of the unsolved murder case of Maria Theresa James. We delve into Maria's life, the circumstances surrounding …
Episode 31 - Carole Baskin
SummaryIn this episode we delve into the life of Carole Baskin from the Tiger King. They discuss her early life, traumatic experiences, tumultuous marriage to Don Lewis, and the establishment of their wildlife rescue centre. The conversatio…
Episode 30 - Karlie and Khandalyce (The Lost Girls)
Summary In this episode of Two Crime Besties, we delve into the tragic case of Karlie Pierce-Stevenson and her daughter Khandalyce Pierce. We discuss the emotional toll of the case, and the investigation that followed the discovery of skel…
Episode 29 - Robert Durst
Summary: This episode delves into the complex and chilling case of Robert Durst, exploring his early life, relationships, and the series of events leading to the disappearances and murders of Kathy McCormack, Susan Berman and Morris Black. …
Episode 28 - Keli & Tegan Lane
Summary:This episode we delve into the complex and tragic story of Keli Lane, a woman whose life was marked by a series of pregnancies, secrets, and ultimately, the disappearance of her child, Tegan. The discussion explores Keli's early lif…
Bonus Episode: Q & A
Summary This is a fun bonus episode to enjoy over the holiday break! Get to know a little more about us. In this Q&A style episode, we reflect on our personal lives, share insights about our families, hobbies, and experiences, and discuss …
Episode 27 - Grace Millane
SummaryThis episode we delve into the tragic story of Grace Mullane, a young British woman who was murdered while traveling in New Zealand. We discuss her background, travels, and the events leading up to her disappearance. We explore the i…