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Welcome to your weekly source for the weirdest, most questionable cases in true crime. Gina and Amber are childhood friends who dive into the stories that leave you saying, “Did...
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Welcome to your weekly source for the weirdest, most questionable cases in true crime. Gina and Amber are childhood friends who dive into the stories that leave you saying, “Did that really happen?” We focus on true crime cases about unsolved murders, disappearances, missing people, historical crimes, and dark and twisty murders. On WTF Wednesdays, enjoy the lighter side of crime with dumb criminals, weird crime news, and other related topics. New episodes are released every Wednesday. If you want to hear factual storytelling with some humor mixed in, don’t miss an episode!
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20 NOV 2024 · In this episode, we uncover the tragic and deeply unsettling case of Leon Laureles, a kind-hearted man from Brownwood, Texas, whose life was brutally cut short in May 1996. Leon, a Hispanic, gay man in a conservative small town, was shot execution-style and left by his burning car on a remote road. His murder shocked the community—but not enough to bring justice.We dive into Leon’s life, his role as a caregiver for his family, and the days leading up to his murder when he shared fears for his safety. From the mishandling of evidence to the deeply flawed investigation riddled with prejudice, this case raises questions about systemic failures that have kept Leon’s murder unsolved for nearly three decades.Through the voice of Leon’s niece, Arlene Harbison, we learn about the family’s enduring fight to keep his memory alive and uncover the truth. Arlene’s strength and dedication remind us that even when the system fails, families like hers refuse to let their loved ones be forgotten.What to Expect in This Episode:
- Leon’s life and legacy: The caregiver, the musician, the family man.
- The night of May 9, 1996: What happened in the hours before Leon’s murder.
- A bungled investigation: Missing evidence, false narratives, and systemic prejudice.
- Arlene’s fight for justice: How one woman refuses to let Leon’s story fade away.
- Why this case matters: A discussion of hate crimes, small-town corruption, and the need for accountability.
Additional Resources and How You Can Help:
- Learn more about Leon’s story and Arlene’s efforts by listening to her podcast, Box in the Basement and visiting justiceforleon.com.
- Follow us on social media for updates and discussions about this case.
Where to Listen:
You can find this episode and more on [Podcast Platforms], including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and [any other platform you’d like to mention].Engage With Us:
Did this episode resonate with you? Share your thoughts and join the conversation on social media using #JusticeForLeon. Don’t forget to leave us a review to help more people hear Leon’s story.
Sources:
- https://www.newspapers.com/image/788741346/?article=a2c4aa34-62ed-40b6-a24f-362029d820fa&terms=%22Leon%20Laureles%22” San Angelo Standard-Times, May 13, 1996
- Box in the Basement Podcast, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/box-in-the-basement/id1723375430?i=1000639939134Harbison, Arlene
- Interview with Arlene Harbison, Monday, Nov. 4, 2024
- https://rodneyreedfulltruth.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/1996-4-24-stacy-stites-autopsy-toxicology-and-related-reports-travis-co-bayardo.pdf
- https://justiceforleon.com/
Leon Laureles, https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/5c53bb6a-b19b-40c3-8353-51503ae4a5b6/downloads/Autopsy%20Juan%20Leon%20Laureles.docx?ver=1721080117910
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13 NOV 2024 · In this special edition of WTF Wednesday, Gina and Amber dive into the world of funeral-related Am I the Asshole (AITA) Reddit threads, exploring complex family dynamics, questionable etiquette, and some truly outrageous funeral moments. From handling grief and supporting loved ones to hilarious funeral mishaps and unconventional obituaries, this episode covers it all.
NEW MERCH: https://www.weirdtruecrime.com/merch
Join us as we discuss:
- A teenager wrestling with attending their mom’s funeral for closure
- A sibling showdown over “inappropriate” funeral attire
- An unexpected funeral party thrown in honor of a brother’s wishes
- The clash of in-laws and partners at emotionally charged farewells
- And more unforgettable AITA moments tied to family, death, and final goodbyes.
To lighten the mood, we’ve also found a few funny obituaries that’ll make you laugh out loud! You’ll hear about unforgettable characters who left a lasting (and hilarious) mark on those they left behind.
Riddle of the Day:
Stick around until the end for the answer to our riddle! “Two cars were involved in an accident in the center of town. The man in the little green car overtook a big black car, causing it to swerve and crash. When examined, the green car’s occupants were fine, but the black car had one dead man. Yet the driver of the green car wasn’t charged with manslaughter. Why?” (Hint: It’s not what you think!)
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Resources:
https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/search/?q=funeral&cId=20d3e66f-24aa-4f23-8979-f0025db51a64&iId=8270cf89-020c-47ca-a66c-b219214bfc52
https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/17rnnxj/aita_for_refusing_to_go_to_my_moms_funeral/
https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/1bt6c24/aita_for_kicking_out_my_sister_for_her_emo_outfit/
https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/qj9qep/aita_for_excluding_my_husband_from_my_brothers/
https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/ydcy8i/aita_for_missing_my_fils_funeral_after_my_mil/
https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/vunb2b/aita_for_throwing_the_funeral_party_my_late/
https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/rvsfc2/aita_for_kicking_my_husband_out_of_my_childrens/
https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/19eze72/aita_for_crashing_my_fathers_funeral/
https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/jd69eq/aita_for_planning_to_go_to_the_funeral_of_the_man/
https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/17apina/aita_for_telling_my_sister_if_she_doesnt_go_to/
https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/134d2ll/aita_for_not_going_to_a_funeral_with_my_boyfriend
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6 NOV 2024 · In this episode of Weird True Crime, we dive deep into the mysterious disappearance of Vladek Hasel, a young man who vanished without a trace from Orlando, Florida, in November 2021. With exclusive insights from his sister Bethany and detailed recounts of events leading up to and following his disappearance, we piece together what we know and explore the unanswered questions that remain.
How you can help: The Hasel family urges listeners to share Vladek’s missing person flyer. It might seem simple, but it makes the biggest impact. Eventually, we’ll reach that one person who might know something. With Vladek’s memorable personality, every share counts in the search for answers.
https://findvladekhasel.wixsite.com/find-vladek
Orange County Sherriff’s Office Missing Persons Unit: 407-254-7000 (Vlad’s case number is 21-83864)
Follow @findbryanvladekhasel on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok
Sources
https://findvladekhasel.wixsite.com/find-vladek
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ir3AC8aAAAQvD8A6B5xabBCiT1O0w1K2CrytSwzuZQk/edit?tab=t.0
Security Camera Laws In Florida: https://getsafeandsound.com/blog/security-camera-laws-in-florida/
https://getsafeandsound.com/blog/how-long-do-security-cameras-keep-footage/
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4 NOV 2024 · October might be winding down, but the spooky vibes are still alive for the final Wicked Wednesday of 2024! In this episode, Gina and Amber dive deep into the chilling plot of the 2008 horror movie The Strangers and uncover the disturbing real-life events and murders that inspired it. From eerie encounters to terrifying home invasions, we’ll break down what makes The Strangers one of the scariest thrillers to date. Join us as we explore why answering the door has never been more terrifying!
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Email: weirdtruecrime@gmail.com
Podcast Production: djaudio22@gmail.com
Member of the Darkcast Network: https://www.darkcastnetwork.com/
Sources:
https://collider.com/the-strangers-true-story/
https://screenrant.com/strangers-movie-true-story-real-crimes-inspiration-explained/
https://ihorror.com/3-disturbing-real-life-stories-that-inspired-the-strangers/
https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/movies/the-strangers-based-true-events-inspiration-behind-film-explained
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Strangers_(2008_film)#cite_note-FOOTNOTESimpson2013187-13
https://istamarahome.net/the-strangers/trivia/
https://istamarahome.net/meet-the-strangers/
https://chud.com/14888/exclusive-interview-bryan-bertino-the-strangers/
https://allthatsinteresting.com/sharon-tate-death
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Sharon-Tate
https://people.com/sharon-tate-death-legacy-what-to-know-8666851
https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/entertainment/a28543822/sharon-tate-manson-murders-true-story/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=mgu_ga_ghk_md_pmx_hybd_mix_us_19597983321&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpvK4BhDUARIsADHt9sSh5Pv-bdcHXZ4kMSa3xm_1DfOQEwOPMJ3F2rib1r-2TFY8Z8YYvqAaAjI6EALw_wcB
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30 OTT 2024 · October might be winding down, but the spooky vibes are still alive for the final Wicked Wednesday of 2024! In this episode, Gina and Amber dive deep into the chilling plot of the 2008 horror movie The Strangers and uncover the disturbing real-life events and murders that inspired it. From eerie encounters to terrifying home invasions, we’ll break down what makes The Strangers one of the scariest thrillers to date. Join us as we explore why answering the door has never been more terrifying!
Website: www.weirdtruecrime.com
Patreon: www.patreon.com/weirdtruecrime
Instagram: www.instagram.com/weirdtruecrime
TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@weirdtruecrime
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcAPlqQ1t9nzA9B6kAKifmA
Email: weirdtruecrime@gmail.com
Podcast Production: djaudio22@gmail.com
Member of the Darkcast Network: https://www.darkcastnetwork.com/
Sources:
https://collider.com/the-strangers-true-story/
https://screenrant.com/strangers-movie-true-story-real-crimes-inspiration-explained/
https://ihorror.com/3-disturbing-real-life-stories-that-inspired-the-strangers/
https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/movies/the-strangers-based-true-events-inspiration-behind-film-explained
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Strangers_(2008_film)#cite_note-FOOTNOTESimpson2013187-13
https://istamarahome.net/the-strangers/trivia/
https://istamarahome.net/meet-the-strangers/
https://chud.com/14888/exclusive-interview-bryan-bertino-the-strangers/
https://allthatsinteresting.com/sharon-tate-death
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Sharon-Tate
https://people.com/sharon-tate-death-legacy-what-to-know-8666851
https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/entertainment/a28543822/sharon-tate-manson-murders-true-story/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=mgu_ga_ghk_md_pmx_hybd_mix_us_19597983321&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpvK4BhDUARIsADHt9sSh5Pv-bdcHXZ4kMSa3xm_1DfOQEwOPMJ3F2rib1r-2TFY8Z8YYvqAaAjI6EALw_wcB
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24 OTT 2024 · Today we're continuing WICKED WEDNESDAY with the movie THE CONJURING! Was this one of the scariest movies of all time or what???
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23 OTT 2024 · Today we're continuing WICKED WEDNESDAY with the movie THE CONJURING! Was this one of the scariest movies of all time or what???
Website: www.weirdtruecrime.com
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Email: weirdtruecrime@gmail.com
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21 OTT 2024 · Today Amber and Gina are diving into the inspiration behind the movie, Scream! Kevin Williamson, the screenwriter behind the 90s cult classic, was inspired to write the script after watching a documentary about Henry David Rolling, the “Gainsville Ripper.” Henry Rolling went on a kiling spree in 1990, taking the lives of five college students over the span of a few days. Let’s break down Rolling’s crimes, and how the themes in Scream correlate directly with the real-life monster.
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16 OTT 2024 · Sources:
https://www.slashfilm.com/637496/the-origin-of-the-ghostface-mask-in-scream-is-delightfully-mundane/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQS-dZqERIg
Part 1 Show Notes
Hey little skeletons! On today’s Wicked Wednesday, we’re talking about our favorite 90s slasher flick - Scream. This scary movie is full of all of the BEST aspects of a slasher flim, plus comedy and a meta vibe that adds to the fun. Amber and Gina are recapping the movie, discussing our favorite parts, and talking about some cool behind the scenes facts you may or may not know. Come back tomorrow for part two when we dive into the inspiration behind the movie - The Gainsville Ripper.
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Email: weirdtruecrime@gmail.com
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Member of the Darkcast Network: https://www.darkcastnetwork.com/
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10 OTT 2024 · Wicked Wednesday is back in full swing with October finally gracing us. Join Gina and Amber as they talk about the 1982 film “Poltergeist.” Spooky, scary, skeletons, rotating movie sets, and tragic untimely deaths all wrapped up in the first episode of Wicked Wednesday of 2024.
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Email: weirdtruecrime@gmail.com
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Member of the Darkcast Network: https://www.darkcastnetwork.com/
Resources:
https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2022/09/poltergeist-at-40
https://www.americanhauntingsink.com/popper
https://ghostwalks.com/articles/real-poltergeist-ghost-story
https://collider.com/poltergeist-haunted-history-explained/
https://www.blackcasediaries.com/new-blog/the-case-of-poltergeist-mgyss-7k8dt-7k7r9
https://books.google.ie/books?id=SlYEAAAAMBAJ&lpg=PA55&ots=iCect3kjyE&dq=detective%20tozzi&pg=PA49#v=onepage&q=detective%20tozzi&f=false
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heather_O%27Rourke
https://www.slashfilm.com/1365725/poltergeist-chilling-true-story-inspired-horror-classic/
https://nerdist.com/article/poltergeist-true-story-inspired-movie/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dominique_Dunne
https://people.com/what-happened-to-dominique-dunne-8716828
https://www.mentalfloss.com/posts/poltergeist-movie-curse-origins
https://collective.world/the-creepiest-scene-in-poltergeist-is-even-scarier-than-you-think/
https://people.com/archive/an-american-tragedy-that-brought-death-to-actress-dominique-dunne-now-brings-outrage-to-her-family-vol-20-no-15/
https://happydays.fandom.com/wiki/Heather_O%27Rourke
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Welcome to your weekly source for the weirdest, most questionable cases in true crime. Gina and Amber are childhood friends who dive into the stories that leave you saying, “Did...
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Welcome to your weekly source for the weirdest, most questionable cases in true crime. Gina and Amber are childhood friends who dive into the stories that leave you saying, “Did that really happen?” We focus on true crime cases about unsolved murders, disappearances, missing people, historical crimes, and dark and twisty murders. On WTF Wednesdays, enjoy the lighter side of crime with dumb criminals, weird crime news, and other related topics. New episodes are released every Wednesday. If you want to hear factual storytelling with some humor mixed in, don’t miss an episode!
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| Autore | Gina Nichols and Amber Paul |
| Organizzazione | Gina Nichols |
| Categorie | Cronaca nera , Commedia , Storia |
| Sito | www.weirdtruecrime.com |
| weirdtruecrime@gmail.com |
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