Truly Twisted
Join your host Alecia Watson every Thursday for a twisted and true story. This is a true crime podcast that shifts the focus where it belongs—on the victims. Through research and compassionate storytelling, Truly Twisted offers a respectful, fact-based perspective on true crime, ensuring that the victims are remembered not just for the crimes committed against them, but for the lives they lived and who they were all while immersing you in the mystery. For more on Truly Twisted and Fire Eyes Media visit fireeyesmedia.com
Episodes
Ep 23 | The Unsolved Murders of Jennifer, Eliza, Sarah, and Amy
The murders of these four teens are widely known as the Yogurt Shop Murders, but they are so much more than their place of work. On December 6th 1991, these girls were savagely murdered; the fire that was set to cover up the crime only deep…
Ep 22 | The Search for Jennifer and Adrianna Wix
In March 2004, 21-year-old Jennifer Wix and her 2-year-old daughter Adrianna seemingly vanished into thin air from Robertson County, Tennessee. Initially reported missing by Jennifer’s boyfriend, the story he told raised more questions than…
Ep 21 | The Disappearance of Amy Bradley
23-year-old Amy Bradley was last seen sleeping on the deck of her cruise suite in the early morning hours of March 24, 1998. Just 30 minutes later, she was gone. Her family has never stopped searching, but with multiple strange sightings an…
Ep 20 | The Disappearance of Dylan Koshman
On a snowy October night in 2008 after a heated argument with his cousins 21 year old Dylan Koshman left the home and was never seen again. This week we unravel the details of this long-unsolved mystery, from the initial police investigati…
Ep 19 | The Disappearance of Molly Miller and Colt Haynes
On a warm July night in 2013, 17-year-old Molly Miller and 21-year-old Colt Haynes vanished without a trace in rural Oklahoma after a high-speed police chase ended in a remote, wooded area. What followed was a baffling series of missed oppo…
Ep 18 | The Cases of Paul Gallenstein and David Mcafee
Today we will be exploring two cases, the unsolved murder of Paul Gallenstein and the disappearance of David Mcafee. 64 year old Paul Gallenstein left for a hike on the morning of September 10th 2023 and was found a short time later having…
Ep 17 | The Disappearance of Ryan Shtuka
On a freezing February night in 2018, 20-year-old Ryan Shtuka left a house party in Sun Peaks, British Columbia—and vanished just steps from home. No witnesses. No physical evidence. No trace. In this episode, we retrace Ryan's last known m…
Ep 16 | The Disappearance of Melanie Ethier
On September 29, 1996. Just after 2am, in the quiet Ontario town of New Liskeard, 15‑year‑old Melanie Ethier vanished while walking home from her friends house. Tune in as I discuss the baffling story and theories surrounding her disappear…
Ep 15 | The Crimes of Bobby Long
Between 1984 and 1985, the city of Tampa, Florida was gripped by fear. Women were vanishing—and the link between them was terrifying. In this episode, I uncover the story of Bobby Joe Long, a predator who used his car, charm, and a twisted …
Ep 14 | The Disappearance of Christopher Newton
Mental Health is something that is truly not talked about enough, especially as presented in men. Shelby Kristie, the sister of Christopher Newton sits down to talk about her brother's disappearance. He had been suffering from schizophren…
Ep 13 | The Horrific Crimes of Ruby Franke
Once an internet influencer of parenting on her popular YouTube channel 8 Passengers, Ruby Franke built an online empire centered on family values, strict discipline, and faith. But behind the perfectly curated content was a much darker rea…
Ep 12 | The Disappearance and Death of Mackenzie Trottier
Mackenzie Trottier was a bright young woman with a passion for her family and all living creatures. She led her life with love and kindness. Mackenzie's struggles with addiction and an abusive relationship led her down a difficult path and…
Ep 11 | The Survival Story of Fallon Fiancinni
In this powerful and emotional episode, I share the story of Fallon Farinacci, a Métis woman whose childhood was forever changed by the brutal murder of her parents in a shocking act of femicide and systemic failure. At just nine years old,…
Ep 11 | The Survival Story of Fallon Fiancinni
In this powerful and emotional episode, I share the story of Fallon Farinacci, a Métis woman whose childhood was forever changed by the brutal murder of her parents in a shocking act of femicide and systemic failure. At just nine years old,…
Ep 10 | The Survival Story of Michelle, Amanda, and Gina - Part 2
This week we pick back up on the story of Michelle Knight, Amanda Berry, and Gina DeJesus; three girls held captive in the same home for a decade. Join me on social media @itstrulytwisted on Instagram and @trulytwisted on TikTok. You can fo…
Ep 10 | The Survival Story of Michelle, Amanda, and Gina - Part 1
Michelle Knight had a difficult life, growing up in unthinkable conditions, becoming a young mother, and facing all sorts of adversity. Just when she thought she had reached her lowest point, she is taken captive by Ariel Castro and held c…
Ep 9 | The Disappearance and Murder of Dylan Rounds
19-year-old Dylan Rounds moved from his family's Idaho farm to start his own in remote Lucin, Utah. After calling his grandma on May 28, 2022 he would tragically vanish forever. Join me as we unravel this baffling case from bloody boots ine…
Ep 8 | The Tragic Deaths of Lydia and Alec Mater
On May 20th 2024 tragedy would strike for Hope Mater when her ex-husband Brock committed an unthinkable act, ending his own life and that of their two children Lydia and Alec. This week I have Hope on the show to discuss her story and her …
Ep 7 | The Murder of Paige Doherty
When 15 year old Paige Doherty fails to show up for work and her ever-present phone goes unanswered, alarm bells immediately ring for her loved ones. Listen as we unravel the timeline of Paige's disappearance and the tragic discovery that …
Ep 6 | The Big Moose Lake Hauntings and the Murder of Grace Brown
Special Guest Tara from 3 Spooked Girls and Social Séance Society join Alecia for this tragic tale that is equal parts true crime and paranormal. When Grace Brown left for a romantic getaway with Chester Gillette in July of 1906, there is …
Ep 6 | The Murder of Grace Brown and the Big Moose Lake Hauntings
When Grace Brown left for a romantic getaway with Chester Gillette in July of 1906, there is no way she could have known that she would never leave the lake. Special Guest Tara from 3 Spooked Girls and Social Séance Society join Alecia for…
Ep 5 | The Suspicious Disappearance of Devon Goodrick
When 26-year-old Devon Goodrick fails to show up for a family gathering, panic sets in for his loved ones. Devon met up with three old friends the night before but those people may have had sinister intentions. The family is feeling failed…
Ep 4 | The Murder of Justine Vanderschoot
17-year-old Justine Vanderschoot was a vibrant and ambitious young woman with dreams of working in fashion. However, her relationship with Danny Bezemer was controlling and strained, and he was frequently jealous and possessive. Justine was…
Ep 3 | The Vanishing of Matthew Pendergrast
23-year-old Matthew Pendergrast, a college student just weeks away from graduation disappeared on December 1, 2000. Matthew’s car was later found 116 miles away, with the keys in the ignition and his neatly folded clothes nearby. Despite ex…
Ep 2 | The Unsolved Murders of the Jeff Davis 8
In Jennings, Louisiana, between 2005 and 2009, eight women were found murdered, their bodies often discovered in canals. The victims, known as the Jeff Davis 8 or Jennings 8, had connections to each other, and many struggled with addiction …
Ep 1 | The Mysterious Murder of Madison Scott
For the very first episode we explore the disappearance and death of Madison Scott, a young woman who vanished without a trace during a camping trip in British Columbia in May of 2011. What began as a fun weekend getaway with friends quickl…
Truly Twisted | Where Real Stories Take a Twisted Turn
Join your host Alecia Watson every Thursday for a twisted and true story. This is a true crime podcast that shifts the focus where it belongs—on the victims. Through research and compassionate storytelling, Truly Twisted offers a respectful…