Sword and Scale Rewind: Recent Episodes
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Sword and Scale Rewind, hosted by Matt Fondiler and Ian Bagg, is the comedy aftershow for the popular true-crime podcast Sword and Scale. Each episode number corresponds to it's counterpart on it's sister podcast. So kick back, have a pot or two and listen to some murder-comedy...
Kevin Bacon is dead. No, not that Kevin Bacon (though Matt and Ian discuss the actor as well). This episode also features one of the most shocking case updates we've ever uncovered, and a mindblowing tangent about robo-drivers.
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In an extremely meta-episode: Matt and Ian talk about Mike and Charles talking about last week's episode, as well as react to everyone else's reactions. Matt also details a very disturbing case out of Arkansas.
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DON’T TALK TO COPS, MMKAY?? Ian and Matt analyze one of the worst interrogations ever, and falsely confess to what they would probably do if they were in the hot seat.
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This week, Matt and Ian stall for as long as humanly possible in an effort to avoid discussing one of the saddest episodes of Sword and Scale ever. Damn you Mike Boudet and your emotional storytelling!!
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Don't forget your inhaler... no one is safe from this week's episode dealing with Edwin Lara- an out of control college campus security officer on a murderous rampage.
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Before you call 911, and before you call your lawyer, call Ian and Matt... or just listen to this week's podcast about one seriously terrible organic farmer.
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Song and dance-men Ian Bagg and Matt Fondiler discuss a case centered around the most annoying, and least trustworthy people imaginable: musical theater people. You've been warned.
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Should you adopt? This episode will help you make that important decision.
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Didn't get a chance to listen to this week's Sword and Scale? Don't worry, neither did Ian! In one of the first episodes we ever taped, Matt attempts to catch Ian up on the tragic story of Baby Maddox, and the McLovin look-alike who murdered her.
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The multiple murders of rich kid Dellen 'the Felon' Millard and his rapping cohort Mark 'Say 10' Smich are the center of this week's pod. So park the truck and flip on the animal incinerator... this one's gonna get messy.
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It's the COVID crimes episode! Hey all you toilet lickers and Spring Breakers-- don't cough on that open tub of ice cream... just put it back on the shelf and let Ian and Matt tell you about a world gone mad.
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Mike Boudet returns for an episode dedicated to some very strange siblings, and a disturbing double-murder in small town Maine.
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Trigger warning: this is a story about Bakersfield, Flat-Earthers, and the Anti-Christ. It was also Ian’s Audition Tape.
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Matt Fondiler is back for some more victim-blaming fun in this sad tale of an 8-year-old boy murder. Seriously, what's wrong with that Fondiler guy? He works for Adam Carolla, you know... Ian and Mike join in the wacky good times with their zany nonsense. Regardless, all women are somehow to blame and it's your fault for even listening to this.
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Crank up the Porno Grind Metal music and hear our thoughts on how the media covers mass shooting a-holes in this week's episode.
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This is the conclusion to the Ezra McCandless story, in which the guys discuss what really happened to Alex Woodworth, Ezra's bizarre behavior at her trial...... and stuff like that.
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In Part 1 of the Ezra McCandless story, the guys discuss sudden amnesia, intellectual hipster douchebags, and selling your artwork from prison.
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Have you ever had neighbors so lousy you wanted to kill them? Let Ian, Matt and Mike talk you out of it with this cautionary tale about what happens when you mess with a man's emotional support chickens.
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This week, the guys wrap up Part 2 of the Sheila Davalloo saga. Brace yourself for catfights, wacky news guys, and unlimited breadsticks.
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Wanna play a sexy game? Here- put on this blindfold, handcuff yourself to a chair, and then let Ian, Matt and Mike tell you all about the case of Sheila Davalloo.
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Ian and Matt discuss the strange behavior of Jake Patterson-- who made an impulsive decision one day to kidnap teenager Jayme Closs. They also break down her incredible escape, reactions from the family, and Mike Boudet's attempts to scare the crap out of us each week.
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Father and Son relationships are at the forefront of today’s episode, as the guys discuss the confusing case of James Scandirito II- a man found guilty of dismembering his dad, but not guilty of murdering him.
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Ian Bagg and Matt Fondiler uncover the heartwarming world of YouTube rant videos and Joker impressions; and more specifically they break down the ‘war against atheism’ being fought by users Tony48219 and Venom Fang X.
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This week, the guys react to the anonymous fan who called in with a story of trauma as a young boy. They also discuss the notion of ‘statute of limitations’, what happened to ‘Surviving This’, and how much things have changed since the 1980s.
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The gruesome murder of Bianca Devins is at the heart of this week's episode, so Ian Bagg, Matt Fondiler, and Mike Boudet discuss incels, orbiters, emo culture, and all you twisted folks who look up pictures of dead people.
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Ian Bagg, Matt Fondiler, and Sword and Scale creator Mike Boudet break down the case of killer twins Jas and Tas Whitehead-- two out of control teens who don't like being told what to do.
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We're going to Vegas, baby!! Mike Boudet joins once again as the guys examine the weird world of Reality TV, TMZ stalkers, and a brutal murder following a poker tournament.
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The relaunched, rebooted Rewind has returned… really! This week, co-hosts Ian Bagg and Matt Fondiler are joined by Sword and Scale mastermind Mike Boudet to break down an episode about wrong way drivers, and nerds who watch other nerds play video games.
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Dr. Drew calls in to discuss the startling phenomenon of 'targeted individuals'. Plus, Matt and Stefanie comment on Gavin Long's shooting rampage against Baton Rouge police officers.
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The answer to a decades-long mystery is dug up-- literally-- by the son who always subconsciously knew the truth about his mother's murder.
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Stefanie and Matt (aka the 'Forensic Voice Forensics Unit') takes on the case of Mark Duenas, and the importance of sticking together as a family.
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Jennifer Asbenson barely escapes death at the hands of Andrew Urdiales, a serial killer with military training. This week, Matt and Stefanie discuss the first episode of Sword and Scale that Matt researched, wrote and produced!
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The Murder of Brandy Rosine. After a love triangle takes a very dark turn, the two young suspects go on the run and discover just how much they enjoyed killing. Stefanie and Matt break down yet another super messed up story of Millennial love gone wrong.
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Mark Twitchell. Things hit a little too close to home for Matt as he tries to talk with Stefanie about online dating, Dexter obsession, and of course a terrifying murder.
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Stefanie and Matt discuss the Anjum Coffland interview, as well as the series of highly disturbing 911 calls that follow.
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Emma Walker received a series of frightening texts before she was murdered in her family home. Stefanie and Matt break down this case of an abusive relationship, double crossing friends, and a very upsetting 911 call.
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In response to the Christopher Dorner case, Stefanie and Matt invite 'Officer Tim' to talk about the stresses of being a police officer, and the healthiest way to cope with that immense pressure.
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Matt and Stefanie break down the case of the Failed Assassin... who turns out to be a lost little boy searching for a father figure. Don't feel sympathy- this is yet another monster who could have turned away before committing an unspeakable act.
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The Disappearance of Aleah Beckerle. Redditor theories abound as Stefanie and Matt cover this week's very strange case involving a false confession, and one seriously bizarre kidnapping and murder where the pieces just don't add up.
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Chris Watts, Part 2. Mike Boudet returns to wrap up the Chris Watts case, proving once and for all, ‘the truth will set you free’… unless you murdered your family, in which case you’re going to jail.
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Chris Watts, Part 1. Mike Boudet is back in studio for the Season 6 premiere of Sword and Scale Rewind to discuss all the lies that lead up to this horrific quadruple murder.
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Aaron Wulf, a former child actor grappling with the death of his fiance, writes a 600 page manifesto to explain his impending plans of murder and suicide. Stefanie and Matt also discuss other child actors who committed violent crimes.
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Abusive parents, crappy cops, and a murdered child are the focus of this week's blood-boiling case. Matt and Stefanie question everything about Child Protective Services, and Matt pitches a new Parental License Test.
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Baby Zahra had a tough enough life fighting bone and lung cancer, but two absolutely despicable adults turned an awful situation into an even more horrific tragedy. Stefanie and Matt discuss this terrible murder, narcissistic goths, and weirdos who live life inside a video game.
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Mike Boudet returns once again to chat with Matt and Stefanie about this week's horrific case: Serial Killer Shawn Grate. PLUS- tons of new case updates, with a little help from Sword and Scale's own "Agent E".
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Christopher and Cameron Ervin, two spoiled little brothers, decided to drug and kill their parents. Nothing goes according to plan, but most shocking of all are the reactions from Mom and Dad.
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18 years after a little girl goes missing, new DNA evidence links the crime to a next door neighbor. Stefanie and Matt discuss the narcissistic murderer who never left the neighborhood-- PLUS, Sword and Scale producer Ryan Williams joins the show to reveal an exclusive, unedited 911 call.
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Mike Boudet is in studio to comment on the disturbing saga of Adrian Loya: a Star Wars obsessed loser who spent years planning his revenge after a perceived sexual assault.
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After Ruth Pyne is found murdered in her garage, suspicion turns to her son Jeffrey. Stefanie and Matt debate whether or not he committed the crime, and discuss yet another mother-son relationship gone sour.
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Neil Entwhistle did what ANY rational person would do after finding your wife and child murdered at home: book a one way ticket to the UK, and pretend it never happened!
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The Bever Family is annihilated after two teenage brothers go on a knife-wielding rampage in the hopes of becoming celebrity serial killers.
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A dismembered body is found amongst alligators in a Texas creek. Two people have two different versions of how the crime unfolded, and Stefanie and Matt attempt to figure out who- if anyone- is telling the truth.
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Stefanie and Matt break down a bizarre case involving an abusive a-hole, a hit man, and for the first time in Sword and Scale history, fake death!
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When a man kills his son and claims he did it while sleepwalking, it's up to Stefanie and Matt to decipher whether or not he's telling the truth.
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Some acts of violence are completely random- and that makes them even more terrifying. Stefanie and Matt break down a home-invasion murder that went almost exactly to plan.
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Stefanie and Matt discuss what happens after a suuuper laid back guy is falsely accused of killing his wife following a night of heavy drinking and angry texts.
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Matt and Stefanie cover one of the most disgusting Sword and Scales ever (and that's really saying something). This is a story about a boy and his mother...
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One of the all time most frustrating 911 calls is featured in this week's episode, along with a South African home invasion story where not all is at it seems. Stefanie and Matt also cringe along to some more of the worst 911 operators ever.
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Two families are destroyed when a dead girl's body is found hidden in her neighbor's waterbed. Matt and Stefanie help determine whether this was a monstrous act, or the act of a monster.
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Who would have thought God's Plan involved Costco samples, poisoned pudding, and a whole lot of swinging? As Robert Limon unfortunately found out, He works in mysterious ways...
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Tricia Griffith chats with Stefanie and Matt about hosting new episodes of Sword and Scale, the internet community on Websleuths and beyond, and her close encounter with serial killer Ted Bundy.
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A homeless man stalks a teenage girl who ends up dead. Was he responsible? And how many lives will be destroyed on the internet before the truth is finally revealed? Stefanie and Matt answer it all!
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Bob Bashara, aka Master Bob, paid to have his wife killed so he could be with his S&M mistress... or did he? (He did). Matt and Stefanie comment on this incredibly awkward case.
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The disappearance of Jamie Rose Bolin ends as one of the most disturbing and heartbreaking Sword and Scale stories thus far. Stefanie and Matt break it down for ya!
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The 'Leaves' Episode. Matt and Stefanie cover the bizarre case of Matthew Hoffman, involving a kidnapping, missing bodies, and a whole lot of leaves.
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Mike Boudet and Mark Geragos both comment on the story of Austin Harrouff, an all-American teenager facing murder charges after attacking a random couple and cannibalizing them. You can find new and archival episodes of Sword and Scale Rewind, completely ad-free, on Stitcher Premium. For a free month of Stitcher Premium, go to http://stitcherpremium.com/wondery and use promo code WONDERY.
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Alice Ruggles died at the hands of her obsessed ex-boyfriend because no one took her claims of stalking seriously enough. Stefanie and Matt comment on the case, and also speak with a fan whose daughter had a harrowing experience with a stalker as well. You can find new and archival episodes of Sword and Scale Rewind, completely ad-free, on Stitcher Premium. For a free month of Stitcher Premium, go to http://stitcherpremium.com/wondery and use promo code WONDERY.
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The Machete Episode. Two horrifically violent stories are covered this week, PLUS Matt reveals an unforgettable, real-life machete encounter.
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Raymond McCann thought he was doing the right thing by helping the police locate a missing girl. Unfortunately for Raymond, no good deed goes unpunished...
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Matt and Stefanie cover BOTH parts of an incredible story involving body parts found scattered across the city, a troubling mother-son relationship, and a man with red and yellow eyes.
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Stefanie and Matt celebrate 100 episodes of Sword and Scale by counting down their Top 10 Favorite Cases!
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Male Sexual Abuse is under-reported, and frankly, under-discussed. This week, Stefanie and Matt talk with a sexual abuse survivor brave enough to come forward with their harrowing story.
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You may think you know your best friend, but as Stefanie and Matt learn, sometimes the biggest deceits come from the people least expect.
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A gender reveal party goes horribly wrong when two men start shooting. Adding to the confusion: the mother-to-be was never pregnant. Stefanie and Matt discuss this shocking, still unresolved story.
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Myron May was certain that he was a targeted individual, and constantly being monitored and harassed. This week, Matt and Stefanie talk about the horrible act he committed to bring attention to an alleged secret government program.
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Corpsewood Manor. Matt and Stefanie return to the era of 'Satanic Panic' to discuss a double murder that sadly became sensationalized.
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Mike Boudet calls in to address the various controversies that came to light after the release of this chilling two-part episode about a mass shooting at a supermarket.
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Randy Stair, Part 1. Stefanie and Matt break down a horrific mass shooting at a supermarket by an angry animator who went by the pseudonym Andrew Blaze.
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Ed Kemper, The Co-Ed Killer. Matt and Stefanie break down the deeply disturbing case of a sadistic serial killer with serious 'mommy issues'.
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A mother's worst nightmare comes true when her car is stolen with her 6-year-old son in the back seat. Stefanie and Matt discuss the tragic events that followed.
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What happens when a journalist gets too close to their subject? Stefanie and Matt discuss this sometimes complicated relationship of mutual manipulation, as well as the killing spree of Kendall Francois.
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Matthew Hahn calls in to answer more questions about putting his own life on the line to bring a child molester to justice.
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Philip Chism, Part 2. Stefanie and Matt learn even more about the tragic death of a teacher by one of her students. PLUS- Stefanie reveals the latest chilling updates since the original Sword & Scale episodes aired.
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Philip Chism, Part 1. Stefanie and Matt break down a disturbing murder that took place on campus during an otherwise ordinary school day.
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Don Anderson talks with Stefanie and Matt about surviving members of the Synanon Cult, and the psychological warfare they endured while playing "The Game".
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The Amber Alert has deterred many criminals from committing their crimes. Today's episode deals with the origins of this life saving alarm, as well as one sad case where it factored directly into a mother's terrible decision.
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The Dark Web. Hard to believe there is a place even more messed up than the regular internet, but Matt and Stefanie do a deep dive on The Silk Road, death betting, and a horrifying business venture called 'No Limits Fun'.
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Mike Boudet calls in to discuss the controversy surrounding an episode dedicated to love stories gone wrong that end in murder-suicide.
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911 Dispatcher Chris Swick chats with Stefanie and Matt about keeping people on the line as they experience the worst moments of their lives.
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Yeah, party time!! Today's episode features a truly SICK party-- one where the host murdered his parents and threw an all-nighter to celebrate while the bodies were still in the house.
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The Craig's List Killer, Part 2. Stefanie and Matt continue their analysis of one truly stupid criminal who left behind a mountain of evidence leading to his arrest. The guys also look at some other chilling cases where people used Craig's List to find their victims.
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The Craig's List Killer, Part 1. Stefanie and Matt listen to the police interrogation of a clueless fiancee that ultimately leads to the arrest of one particularly arrogant killer.
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Stefanie and Matt cover two horrific cases of harm done to children by their absolutely despicable families. This episode is not for the faint of heart.
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The North Pond Hermit, The Barefoot Bandit, and The Unibomber. In today's episode, Stefanie and Matt cover three cases of isolated criminals surviving in the woods.
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Aaron Hernandez + 'To Catch A Predator' Highlights. Stefanie and Matt cover the rise and fall of former NFL'er Aaron Hernandez, and laugh at some of the dumbest guys to get busted on 'To Catch A Predator'.
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The Gainsville Ripper. Matt and Stefanie cover the rare Serial Killer episode, featuring decapitated corpses, wrongfully accused suspects, and a strange little love story to boot!
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If a horrific murder takes place in your apartment, should the city tear the building down? Stefanie and Matt attempt to answer the question as they break down another very disturbing case.
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Killer Kids!! Today's show features three chilling stories of children committing unspeakable acts.
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Former federal public defender and current Loyola Law School Professor Sean Kennedy chats with Matt and Stefanie about our country's conflicted history with the death penalty.
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Let's be honest, you've probably thought about killing your husband a thousand times, but maybe you should listen to this episode before you do anything drastic. Stefanie and Matt break down two very different stories about two women who just couldn't take it anymore.
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Matt and Stefanie cover two VERY different stories in today's podcast. The first deals with a crazy casino bomb in Lake Tahoe, and the other is an extremely disturbing story of torture, rape, and murder in Japan.
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Florida sure is a craaazy place! Today's episode covers a plethora of Florida stories you've probably never heard; plus, Stefanie and Matt analyze the deeply disturbing Pulse nightclub shooting.
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Cara Marie Holley was brutally murdered by a high school classmate at age 18, leaving friends and family devastated. This week, Stefanie and Matt discuss this truly sad crime, as well as coming to terms with death and loss.
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The Freezer Mom is the topic of today's podcast. Stefanie and Matt break down this chilling story of a mother who not only did the unthinkable, but also felt zero regrets for her actions.
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Ricardo Lopez filmed over 22 hours of video diaries, much of it dedicated to his obsession with Bjork and plot to assassinate her. Matt and Stefanie also discuss other famous cases of celebrity stalking.
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This week, Stefanie and Matt talk with two women who share their harrowing stories of terrible domestic child abuse.
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The Macneill Family, Part 2. Stefanie and Matt chat further about the bizarre behavior exhibited by Martin Macneill after the death of his wife, Michelle, in an attempt to obscure his horrible crime.
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The Macneill Family, Part 1. Stefanie and Matt recount the murder of Michelle Macneill at the hands of her husband, Martin, as a seemingly perfect family falls apart.
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Mike Boudet returns to discuss the Crazy Catfishing Murders of East Tennessee. Listen to the one episode the CIA does not want you to hear!!
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Mike Boudet and Dr. Drew join Stefanie and Matt for a conversation about the devastating death of 9-year-old Connor Verkerke at the hands of 12-year-old Jamarion Lawhorn.
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Over 30 years after Dave Navarro's mother was brutally murdered, Dave returns to the scene of the crime for a compelling and powerful documentary. This week's SSR delves further into Dave's story, as well as the all-too-common crime of domestic violence.
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A paramedic may be the last person you ever see alive. This week, Stefanie and Matt chat with Ambrose Stevens about dealing with life and death situations every day, and the rewarding work of saving people's lives.
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The Facebook Killer, Part 2. Stefanie and Matt chat further about the oddities of Derek Medina: a man who murdered his wife, and posted the evidence to his Facebook page for everyone to see.
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The Facebook Killer, Part 1. Stefanie and Matt discuss the tragic death of Jennifer Alfonso, and what followed when her husband posted the murder photo for friends and family to see.
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Criminal defense attorney Mark Geragos joins Stefanie and Matt for the Season 2 Finale of Sword and Scale Rewind. This week, the gang chats about how we can fix the broken Criminal Justice System.
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The Women's Medical Society run by Kermit Gosnell was home to the most horrifying nightmare of an abortion clinic you could possibly imagine. Try to keep your lunch down as Stefanie and Matt discuss this notoriously disgusting and controversial episode of Sword and Scale.
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Road Rage. We've all experienced it, but hopefully we take a deep breath before we go off murdering people. Today's ep features two stories that follow this dark path, plus Stefanie and Matt take a call from a fan who came THIS CLOSE to a knife fight on the side of the road.
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Dr. Bruce calls in for a podcast about forensic pathology, what we can learn from dead bodies, and traumatic experiences in the ER.
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Killed on Live TV. It's happened more times than you'd like to think. In today's episode, Stefanie and Matt break down two interesting cases, and one very disturbed former newscaster.
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Satanic Panic Strikes Again!! This time overseas. Stefanie and Matt marvel at how seriously everyone is taking claims gleefully made by children that their father molested them and made them murder babies. Apparently Zorro is partially to blame for this disaster.
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Drink the Kool-Aid and join Stefanie and Matt for a breakdown of the Jonestown Massacre. You'll hear clips from the infamous Death Tape, and learn what happened to the few people who survived this tragic event.
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The murder of Dee Dee Blanchard uncovered a fascinating web of lies involving a fake disability, Munchausen by proxy, and Hurricane Katrina.
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First Responder Amy Raulerson joins Stefanie and Matt for a special interview about the pressures and rewards of being an EMT.
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The Satanic Panic is the topic of this week's show. Stefanie and Matt look back on some truly bizarre cases involving human sacrifice rituals, as well as the infamous McMartin Preschool Abuse Trial.
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The Carnation Murders, Part 2. Stefanie and Matt return to discuss the terrible crimes of Joseph McEnroe, along with the unintentionally funny courtroom antics that followed.
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The Carnation Murders, Part 1. Hear the origins of what lead to the tragic murder of 6 people, including 2 children. In this episode, Stefanie and Matt listen to the monster who created the monster.
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Fetal Abduction and Fetal Homicide are the topics of today's show, and it is INTENSE! Stefanie and Matt break down multiple stories of desperate women, stolen babies, and the truly disturbing aftermath.
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The Rodney Reed Saga, Part 2. Stefanie and Matt wrap up a story of police corruption, witness intimidation, and an innocent man on death row.
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The Rodney Reed Saga, Part 1. Stefanie and Matt discuss the murder of Stacy Stites, which ultimately led to putting Rodney Reed on death row. But did he commit the crime?
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Five-year-old Phoebe Jonchuck was thrown off a bridge and killed by her psychotic, delusional father. Lynette and Stefanie look back at the very clear warning signs, and the broken system that failed this innocent little girl.
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Charles Cullen may have been the most prolific serial killer in American history-- murdering at least 40 victims over 16 years in 9 different hospitals. Producer Matt Fondiler guest hosts this not-so-historical episode about a serial killer nurse, and the broken system that allowed him to continue his rampage.
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Familicide is the topic of today's podcast. Lynette and Stefanie break down one of their favorite episodes of Sword and Scale, which features two chilling 911 calls wherein a teenager has shot their parents.
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Are all men pedophiles? Stefanie and Lynette answer this disturbing question, and also analyze the comments made by documentarian Jan-Willem Breure, as well as Drs. Michelle Elliot and James Cantor.
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The tragic story of Wesley and Jocelyn Earnest is covered in the first segment of today's show. From there, Stefanie introduces a new crime story... one that involves the death of an infant, and two doctors whose lives descend into darkness.
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Timothy Wesley McCorquodale brutally murders multiple people in an episode that's sure to warm your heart this Valentine's Day. The guys also discuss the disturbing death of Ashton Kutcher's ex-girlfriend, and give a quick recap of Washington DC's Crime Museum.
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The sad story of quadruple amputee Sean Petrozzino is up first in this episode of Sword and Scale Rewind. Later, Stefanie and Lynette listen to a bizarrely candid interview with killer Angela M. Simpson.
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Luka Magnotta, Part 2. Lynette and Stefanie cover the disturbing conclusion of the Luka Magnotta saga; involving a vacuum cleaner, an international manhunt, and some seriously messed up YouTube videos.
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Luka Magnotta, Part 1. Lynette and Stefanie discuss the lead-up to Luka's horrific acts of violence; including his failed attempts at becoming a Reality TV star, and the weird world of 'reaction videos'.
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An introduction to Sword and Scale Rewind.
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