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#86: Ronald Gene Simmons, Part II
Mar 5 2023
#86: Ronald Gene Simmons, Part II
We’re back with with Part II of Ronald Gene Simmons, the "Hillbilly From Hell!  We left you last time with Gene spiraling out of the control Nothing ever good comes from quitting your jobs and going to Walmart to buy a gun. Join Amy and Kevin as we continue our deep-dive into this bad dad. Thanks for listening!  You can join our True Crime Dumpster Facebook group. Follow us on Twitter: tcdumpster and on Instagram: truecrimedumpster. You can email us at truecrimedumpster@gmail.com. Listen to our show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube, and many other platforms. Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends about our podcast. Every review, rating, and referral helps us get to a larger audience. Tune in next time as we continue talking out the trash. ‎Sources we used for this episode: Ronald Gene Simmons #131Ronald Gene Simmons | Murderpedia, the encyclopedia of murderersSimmons, Ronald Gene - Encyclopedia of ArkansasRonald Gene Simmons - WikipediaJanie’s Jones’s 3-parter article from About You Magazine: Murder Mystery: Lambs to the Slaughter Part 1 - AY Magazine, Murder Mystery: Lambs to the Slaughter, Part 2 - AY Mag, and Murder Mystery: Lambs to the Slaughter, The Final Chapter - AY MagRonald Gene Simmons, Arkansas' worst mass murderer, killed 16 peopleDinosaurs (TV series) - WikipediaThe Most Popular Cheap Beer in Every StateSomething snapped in Ronald Gene Simmons in December 1987.... - UPI ArchivesRonald Gene SimmonsVarner, Arkansas - Wikipedia
#85: Ronald Gene Simmons, Part I
Feb 28 2023
#85: Ronald Gene Simmons, Part I
We’re back with a new episode this week! It’s a two-parter with the second part coming out very soon (not 6 months from now)! Soooo, Ronald Gene Simmons (AKA the Hillbilly from Hell) was not a good guy. Gene was a family-annihilating, spree-killing madman. He craved control and power over his family and when he lost it, all hell broke loose. Join Amy and Kevin for a deep-dive into this bad dad. Thanks for listening!  You can join our True Crime Dumpster Facebook group. Follow us on Twitter: tcdumpster and on Instagram: truecrimedumpster. You can email us at truecrimedumpster@gmail.com. Listen to our show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube, and many other platforms. Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends about our podcast. Every review, rating, and referral helps us get to a larger audience. Tune in next time as we continue talking out the trash. ‎Sources we used for this episode: What is the difference between a serial killer, spree killer and mass murderer? Ronald Gene Simmons #131Ronald Gene Simmons | Murderpedia, the encyclopedia of murderersCloudcroft, New Mexico Population History 1990 - 2021Hector, Arkansas Population 2023Ward, Arkansas Population 2023Simmons, Ronald Gene - Encyclopedia of Arkansashttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ronald_Gene_SimmonsJanie’s Jones’s 3-parter article from About You Magazine: Murder Mystery: Lambs to the Slaughter Part 1 - AY Magazine, Murder Mystery: Lambs to the Slaughter, Part 2 - AY Mag, and Murder Mystery: Lambs to the Slaughter, The Final Chapter - AY MagArkansas daughter's letters reveal unhappy home life
#83: Isaac Wright Jr.
Mar 7 2022
#83: Isaac Wright Jr.
Isaac Wright Jr. had a great life–a successful career as a music producer, a beautiful wife in a Platinum-selling group that he managed, and a loving daughter. What he didn’t know was that something was rotten in New Jersey. This is a case of a corrupt county prosecutor, a crooked judge, some fraudster cops, some planted cocaine, and a whole system rigged to work against Wright. However, the system didn’t know that Wright–well, Wright slays giants.  You can join our True Crime Dumpster Facebook group. Follow us on Twitter: tcdumpster and on Instagram: truecrimedumpster. You can email us at truecrimedumpster@gmail.com. Listen to our show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher,  Podbean, Spotify, YouTube, and many other platforms.  Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends about our podcast. Every review, rating, and referral helps us get to a larger audience. Tune in next time as we continue talking out the trash. ‎Sources we used for this episode: Isaac Wright, Jr. – HuntHamlinRidleyThe incredible true story behind For Life, 50 Cent's new show about a wrongful convictionMeet Isaac - Isaac Wright Jr. For NYC Mayor 2021Isaac Wright Speaks On His Wrongful Conviction, Roots Of Police Misconduct, NYC Mayoral Run + MoreIsaac Wright Jr. - WikipediaOnce in prison for life, this New Jersey lawyer's story has inspired an ABC TV seriesIssac Wright Jr. (1962- )Isaac Wright Jr. Biography | Booking Info for Speaking EngagementsHow Isaac Wright Jr. Overturned Life Sentence & Became LawyerDrug Suspect Freed in Inquiry on Trial - The New York TimesIsaac Wright v. State of New Jersey et als.Juror in kingpin trial calls drug-conspiracy law unfair.When A Dragon Needs Slaying, Call Isaac Wright, Jr.Wrongfully Convicted Ex-Inmate Comes Back For Those Who Put Him in Prison
#82: John of God
Feb 11 2022
#82: John of God
John of God? More like John of Fraud. Hailed as a spiritual healer for decades and popularized in the western world by Oprah Winfrey, this spiritual con man spent years abusing the people who believed he could help them. Join Kevin and Amy as they unravel some of John’s murky past. You can join our True Crime Dumpster Facebook group. Follow us on Twitter: tcdumpster and on Instagram: truecrimedumpster. You can email us at truecrimedumpster@gmail.com. Listen to our show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher,  Podbean, Spotify, YouTube, and many other platforms. Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends about our podcast. Every review, rating, and referral helps us get to a larger audience. Tune in next time as we continue talking out the trash. ‎Sources we used for this episode: NewsEvolution: Laura Eisenhower interviews Amy Biank, whistleblower who exposed Brazilian healer John of God as cult leader and alleged pedocriminal, sexual abuser, and rapist - NewsInsideOutWoman behind the arrest of John of God takes her own life | Daily Mail OnlineFaith healer with millions of followers ran a "sex slave farm and sold babies to highest bidder" - World News - Mirror Online'John of God' cult leader allegedly ran child sex slave farmJoão Teixeira de Faria - WikipediaBrazilian activist's alleged suicide sparks coverage controversy - Columbia Journalism Review'John of God,' Brazilian faith healer, surrenders to police on sexual abuse charges - The Washington PostWhistleblower who recently outed Oprah's Brazilian faith healer "John of God," for murdering teenage sex slaves and running a "baby farm" adoption operation, committed suicide over the weekend : r/JoeRoganJohn of GodWoman who accused John of God cult leader of rape mysteriously kills herself at Spanish homeA performance artist searches for healing in 'The Space in Between: Marina Abramovic and Brazil' - Los Angeles Times
#80: Eric Smith
Dec 18 2021
#80: Eric Smith
4-year-old Derrick Robie, was “ebullient, precocious, doted on by all who knew him, a ripper of a kid in short sleeves and suspenders with a mop of blond hair and a mischievous grin.” Everything changed for the Robie family on August 2, 1993. 13-year old Eric Smith was angry, upset, and ready to take it out on someone. Join us this week as we talk about the child murderer, Eric Smith and what’s in store for him soon. You can join our True Crime Dumpster Facebook group. Follow us on Twitter: tcdumpster and on Instagram: truecrimedumpster. You can email us at truecrimedumpster@gmail.com. Listen to our show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher,  Podbean, Spotify, YouTube, and many other platforms. Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends about our podcast. Every review, rating, and referral helps us get to a larger audience. Tune in next time as we continue talking out the trash. Bye! ‎Sources we used for this episode: Parole board transcripts reveal Eric Smith's post-prison plans | WHAMEric Smith granted parole after 27 years in prison for killing child | WHAMEric Smith | Murderpedia, the encyclopedia of murderersVillage of SavonaSister of Eric Smith speaks before his release from prisonA SECOND TRAGEDY COMES IN WAKE OF SAVONA TRIAL | Latest Headlines | buffalonews.comEric Smith parole hearing transcript reveals regrets over child murderEric Smith update: Convicted Steuben County child killer's release delayedSavona residents hold candlelight walk in memory of Derrick Robie
#77, Part 2: The Rise & Fall of Theranos & Elizabeth Holmes
Oct 1 2021
#77, Part 2: The Rise & Fall of Theranos & Elizabeth Holmes
This is the second part of a two-part episode. This is an active court case. Theranos was supposed to revolutionize and democratize healthcare. Elizabeth Holmes was supposed to be the next Steve Jobs. Investors were supposed to rake in millions of dollars. However, things don’t always work out the way they should, especially when that genius inventor is a fraud and that revolutionary company is a scam. Join us this week as we lay the groundwork for understanding Theranos, its young founder Elizabeth Holmes, and her flashy ex-business partner/ex-COO/ex-president/ex-boyfriend Sunny Balwani. This comes at a very relevant time--Elizabeth’s trial began on August 31, 2021. She could face up to 20 years in prison for the fraud. You can join our True Crime Dumpster Facebook group. Follow us on Twitter: tcdumpster and on Instagram: truecrimedumpster. You can email us at truecrimedumpster@gmail.com. Listen to our show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher,  Podbean, Spotify, YouTube, and many other platforms. Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends about our podcast. Every review, rating, and referral helps us get to a larger audience. Tune in next time as we continue talking out the trash. Sources we used for this episode: The rise and fall of Elizabeth Holmes: A timeline4 Startling Insights Into Elizabeth Holmes From Psychiatrist Who's Known Her Since ChildhoodTheranos: A Fallen UnicornDid Elizabeth Holmes Uncle Death Inspire Theranos Idea?The Dropout PodcastElizabeth Holmes Trial: What to Expect in the Theranos CaseTimeline: The rise and fall of Elizabeth HolmesTheranos and Elizabeth HolmesA former Apple employee inspired Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes' change from 'frumpy accountant' to her signature Steve Jobs-style black turtleneckElizabeth Holmes Black Turtleneck Fashion - Ana Arriola InterviewSunny Balwani Played an Important Role in the Elizabeth Holmes Theranos StoryTheranos Whistleblower Shook the Company—and His FamilyWalgreens partners with a new blood-testing firmSafeway severs ties with Theranos as $350M deal collapsesA Theranos scientist-turned-whistleblower, on jail time for Elizabeth HolmesBad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup by John CarreyrouElizabeth Holmes and the Theranos trial: What you need to knowElizabeth Holmes trial live updates: Former Theranos lab director testifies"It Kept Failing": Whistleblower Erika Cheung on Working at TheranosEvents leading up to the trial of Theranos founder Elizabeth HolmesA grueling day in Elizabeth Holmes’ trial ended with evidence that Theranos tests sucked HBO Documentary: The Inventor
#76, Part 1: The Rise & Fall of Theranos & Elizabeth Holmes
Sep 20 2021
#76, Part 1: The Rise & Fall of Theranos & Elizabeth Holmes
Theranos was supposed to revolutionize and democratize healthcare. Elizabeth Holmes was supposed to be the next Steve Jobs. Investors were supposed to rake in millions of dollars. However, things don’t always work out the way they should, especially when that genius inventor is a fraud and that revolutionary company is a scam. Join us this week as we lay the groundwork for understanding Theranos, its young founder Elizabeth Holmes, and her flashy ex-business partner/ex-COO/ex-president/ex-boyfriend Sunny Balwani. This comes at a very relevant time--Elizabeth’s trial began on August 31, 2021. She could face up to 20 years in prison for the fraud. You can join our True Crime Dumpster Facebook group. Follow us on Twitter: tcdumpster and on Instagram: truecrimedumpster. You can email us at truecrimedumpster@gmail.com. Listen to our show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher,  Podbean, Spotify, YouTube, and many other platforms. Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends about our podcast. Every review, rating, and referral helps us get to a larger audience. Tune in next time as we continue talking out the trash. Sources we used for this episode: The rise and fall of Elizabeth Holmes: A timeline4 Startling Insights Into Elizabeth Holmes From Psychiatrist Who's Known Her Since ChildhoodTheranos: A Fallen UnicornDid Elizabeth Holmes Uncle Death Inspire Theranos Idea?The Dropout PodcastElizabeth Holmes Trial: What to Expect in the Theranos CaseTimeline: The rise and fall of Elizabeth HolmesElizabeth Holmes | Net Worth & FactsTheranos and Elizabeth HolmesA former Apple employee inspired Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes' change from 'frumpy accountant' to her signature Steve Jobs-style black turtleneckElizabeth Holmes Black Turtleneck Fashion - Ana Arriola InterviewSunny Balwani Played an Important Role in the Elizabeth Holmes Theranos StoryTheranos Whistleblower Shook the Company—and His FamilyWalgreens partners with a new blood-testing firmSafeway severs ties with Theranos as $350M deal collapsesA Theranos scientist-turned-whistleblower, on jail time for Elizabeth HolmesBad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup by John CarreyrouElizabeth Holmes and the Theranos trial: What you need to know
#73: The Blade Runner, Oscar Pistorius
Aug 5 2021
#73: The Blade Runner, Oscar Pistorius
Reeva Steenkamp was a promising young star and social justice advocate on the rise in South Africa. She had been dating Olympian Oscar Pistorius for three, difficult months before her horrifying murder that took place at Oscar’s home in Pretoria. There is no doubt that Oscar is the one who pulled the trigger--but was it an accident or homicide? Join us as we discuss this mind-boggling case this week.  You can join our True Crime Dumpster Facebook group. Follow us on Twitter: tcdumpster and on Instagram: truecrimedumpster. You can email us at truecrimedumpster@gmail.com. Listen to our show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher,  Podbean, Spotify, YouTube, and many other platforms. Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends about our podcast. Every review, rating, and referral helps us get to a larger audience. Tune in next time as we continue talking out the trash. Bye! Sources we used for this episode: Oscar Pistorius' Timeline of How He Shot Reeva SteenkampInside the Oscar Pistorius Murder Case: What Paths Took the Couple to That Final Night?Oscar Pistorius injured in prison fight over use of public phone | The IndependentAmputee sprinter Oscar Pistorius injured in boat accidentReeva Steenkamp was murdered. Shame on the BBC for forgetting | Sonia SodhaReeva Steenkamp: Model with 'wicked' sense of humorOscar Pistorius | Biography & FactsJune Steenkamp: 'Pistorius terrorised my daughter before he shot herThe 10 most shocking facts of Oscar Pistorius' murder caseOscar Pistorius' Prison Sentence More Than Doubled : The Two-WayOscar Pistorius trial: Timeline of events | The Independent
#72 Kip Kinkel, Part 2
Jul 16 2021
#72 Kip Kinkel, Part 2
This is the second half of our 2-parter on Kip Kinkel. We recommend that you go back to episode #71 and listen to that before starting this one. Before Columbine and Sandy Hook, there was Kip Kinkel--the moody, dark, gun-obsessed, trench-coat-wearing poster child for school shootings. That image of Kip has remained frozen in time: the dangerous child people point to as the reason some kids need to be locked up for life. Last episode, we discussed Kip’s childhood, his family, and the first part of his killing spree. In Part 2, we discuss the rest of his spree and the aftermath of those few murderous days. We heavily borrow from Jennifer Schulberg’s amazing Huffington Post article: “Kip Kinkel Is Ready To Speak” for this episode.  You can join our True Crime Dumpster Facebook group. Follow us on Twitter: tcdumpster and on Instagram: truecrimedumpster. You can email us at truecrimedumpster@gmail.com. Listen to our show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher,  Podbean, Spotify, YouTube, and many other platforms. Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends about our podcast. Every review, rating, and referral helps us get to a larger audience. Tune in next time as we continue talking out the trash. Bye! Sources we used for this episode: Who Is Kip Kinkel? - Chronology | The Killer At Thurston High | FRONTLINEKip Kinkel Is Ready To SpeakKip Kinkel - Special Education - School, Parents, Drug, and Grade - JRank ArticlesKip Kinkel uses landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling to challenge sentence1998 Thurston High School shootingThe Anarchist Cookbook - Kindle edition by Powell, William, Bergman, Peter M. Health, Fitness & Dieting Kindle eBooksWho Is Kip Kinkel? - Kip's Writings And Statements | The Killer At Thurston High | FRONTLINEThe final hours - oregonlive.com
#71: Kip Kinkel, Part 1
Jul 5 2021
#71: Kip Kinkel, Part 1
Before Columbine and Sandy Hook, there was Kip Kinkel--the moody, dark, gun-obsessed, trench-coat-wearing poster child for school shootings. That image of Kip has remained frozen in time: the dangerous child people point to as the reason some kids need to be locked up for life. Join us this week as we discuss Kip’s childhood, his family, and the first part of his killing spree. In Part 2, we will discuss the rest of his spree and the aftermath of those few murderous days.  You can join our True Crime Dumpster Facebook group. Follow us on Twitter: tcdumpster and on Instagram: truecrimedumpster. You can email us at truecrimedumpster@gmail.com. Listen to our show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher,  Podbean, Spotify, YouTube, and many other platforms. Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends about our podcast. Every review, rating, and referral helps us get to a larger audience. Tune in next time as we continue talking out the trash. Bye! Sources we used for this episode: Who Is Kip Kinkel? - Chronology | The Killer At Thurston High | FRONTLINEKip Kinkel Is Ready To SpeakKip Kinkel - Special Education - School, Parents, Drug, and Grade - JRank ArticlesKip Kinkel uses landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling to challenge sentence1998 Thurston High School shootingThe Anarchist Cookbook - Kindle edition by Powell, William, Bergman, Peter M. Health, Fitness & Dieting Kindle eBooksWho Is Kip Kinkel? - Kip's Writings And Statements | The Killer At Thurston High | FRONTLINEThe final hours - oregonlive.com
#70: Murder or Horrible Accident? Justin Ross Harris & Cooper Harris
Jun 18 2021
#70: Murder or Horrible Accident? Justin Ross Harris & Cooper Harris
This Father’s Day, we will be talking about a father that will be receiving  no awards from us. Justin Ross Harris was a seemingly good father to his 22-month old son Cooper until June 18, 2014. Was Cooper’s death a terrible murder or a horrible accident? Though the jury decided one way, there is still some skepticism around that decision that we discuss this episode. Join Kevin, Amy, and special guest Carl, Amy’s dad this week. There are also some cameos in this episode of Abigail, our 11-week old kid. Sorry for that! You can join our True Crime Dumpster Facebook group. Follow us on Twitter: tcdumpster and on Instagram: truecrimedumpster. You can email us at truecrimedumpster@gmail.com. Listen to our show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube, and many other platforms. Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends about our podcast. Every review, rating, and referral helps us get to a larger audience. Tune in next time as we continue talking out the trash. Bye! Sources we used for this episode: There's science behind why parents leave kids in hot carsYou Can Help Prevent Hot Car Deaths.A timeline of the Justin Ross Harris caseHot Car Death Trial: 5 Things to Know About the Case Against Justin Ross HarrisJustin Ross Harris Guilty of Murder in Hot Car Death of His SonMurder of Cooper HarrisJustin Ross Harris' ex-wife Leanna Taylor still believes son’s hot car death was a tragic accidentEx-wife says intimacy issues with Harris date back to 2008Killer Queens PodcastSworn Podcast
#69: The Disappearance of Chantelle & Leela McDougall, Tony Popic, & Gary Felton
Jun 5 2021
#69: The Disappearance of Chantelle & Leela McDougall, Tony Popic, & Gary Felton
Thanks to our Aussie listener, Katrina, for requesting this case.  In western Australia during July of 2007, Chantelle McDougall and her daughter Leela went missing along with her cult leader boyfriend, Simon Kadwell/Gary Felton and their longtime friend, Tony Popic. They told numerous people that they were going to Brazil, but there is no record of them ever making it there. They simply vanished. We recount the bizarre details of this cult-y group and what happened before they disappeared to make sense of a mind-boggling case. If you have any information or a tip to share about anyone in this group, please contact Crime Stoppers Australia by calling 1800 333 000 if you are in Australia or going to this website: https://www.crimestopperswa.com.au/ You can join our Facebook group, True Crime Dumpster. Follow us on Twitter: tcdumpster and on Instagram: truecrimedumpster. You can email us at truecrimedumpster@gmail.com. You can also check out our website, truecrimedumpster.com. Listen to our show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher,  Podbean, Spotify, YouTube, and many other platforms. Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends about our podcast. Every review, rating, and referral helps us get to a larger audience. Also--with summer approaching, we will be putting out more episodes and have a little more time to devote. Hopefully, we will get our Patreon back up and running. Keep those eyes and ears open! Sources we used for this episode: Casefile Podcast, Episode 83Coronial InquestDoomsday cult family disappears from AustraliaChantelle And Leela Left Town With A Cult Leader 10 Years Ago, Never To Be Heard From AgainChantelle McDoughall and her daughter 5 yr old Leela vanished from Nannup, Western Australia in 2007, while intwined in the "Truth Fellowship" cult : UnresolvedMysteriesUnsolved - WA Family Who Vanished - The Nannup doomsday cultReal life: My daughter joined the Truth Fellowship cult, then she disappearedCouple died after meeting Australian cult leaderLeela McDOUGALLServers of the Divine Plan: Annoymous: 9781889280301The New Call: Anonymous: 9781889280318
#67: Pazuzu Algarad
May 11 2021
#67: Pazuzu Algarad
Once John Alexander Lawson turned into Pazuzu Illah Algarad, all bets were off. Join us as we talk about this “Satanic,” next-level, 4th-dimensional edge-lord who sought to destroy his quiet, very Christian, and conservative North Carolina town of Clemmons. You can join our Facebook group, True Crime Dumpster. Follow us on Twitter: tcdumpster and on Instagram: truecrimedumpster. You can email us at truecrimedumpster@gmail.com. You can also check out our website, truecrimedumpster.com. Listen to our show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher,  Podbean, Spotify, YouTube, and many other platforms. Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends about our podcast. Every review, rating, and referral helps us get to a larger audience. Sources we used for this episode: Viceland: The Devil You Know, Season 1, Episodes 1-5Police continue investigation of house where skeletal remains foundSatanic Family's House of Horrors — True Crime | by Lisa Marie Fuqua | True Crime AddictionTimeline: The Pazuzu Algarad case | | greensboro.comTommy Dean Welch – The Charley ProjectWoman who loved victim of Pazuzu now helps othersPazuzu Archives - Salisbury PostFormer friend of satanist who buried his victims in his backyard tells of his descent into darknessWho Was Pazuzu Algarad, The Satanist Killer In 'The Devil You Know'?Pazuzu: Beyond Good and EvilPazuzu Algarad Wiki: Everything You Need to Know About Self-Proclaimed SatanistTimeline: The Pazuzu Algarad case | | greensboro.comRemember the Cult Leader Who Renamed Himself After the Demon in ‘The Exorcist’?https://www.heartcenteredhorsemanship.com/Fundraiser for Matt Flowers by Katie Williams : Matt Flowers Recovery