Crimes of Passion
They might start as lovers, family, or friends, but by the end, there’s a criminal and a victim. Every Wednesday, analyze the relationship dynamics and psychology that lead to betrayal, theft, even murder. Crimes of Passion is a Spotify Original from Parcast. Listen free, only on Spotify.
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Jennifer Pan Pt. 1
Hann and Bich Pan worked to give their daughter, Jennifer, every opportunity they never had.
44 min
102
Eadweard Muybridge & Harry Larkyns Pt. 2
The truth of his wife’s affair and son’s parentage uncovered, Eadweard shot off to Calistoga, California with murderous intent.
40 min
103
Eadweard Muybridge & Harry Larkyns Pt. 1
In the late 19th century, a conman came between frontier photographer Eadweard Muybridge and his young wife, Flora Downs.
42 min
104
Solved Murders Crossover: Helen Potts Pt. 2
It became one of the most sensationalized cases of the late 19th century: The young wife of a playboy medical student died not long after a botched abortion.
39 min
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Solved Murders Crossover: Helen Potts Pt. 1
It became one of the most sensationalized cases of the late 19th century: The young wife of a playboy medical student died not long after a botched abortion.
36 min
106
Pernell Jefferson Pt. 2
Jeannie Butkowski tried to break things off with Pernell in December 1988, but the ex-football player refused to let her go.
40 min
107
Pernell Jefferson Pt. 1
Unable to kick his steroid addiction, college football star Pernell Jefferson sabotaged his chance to turn pro. He took up stalking, kidnapping, and assaulting women he was dating.
41 min
108
Josh Powell Pt. 2
Susan Powell disappeared in December 2009 after telling her husband Josh she wanted a divorce.
42 min
109
Josh Powell Pt. 1
Susan Powell jumped into marriage quickly with her boyfriend Josh in 2000, missing numerous red flags that would soon threaten their relationship.
44 min
110
Stacey Lannert Pt. 2
Violence erupted in the Lannert home on July 4, 1990, leaving 44-year-old Tom Lannert dead.
41 min
111
Stacey Lannert Pt. 1
In 1990, after a decade of abuse at her father’s hands—and a devastating incident involving her younger sister—18-year-old Stacey Lannert reached a tipping point.
42 min
112
Sinedu Tadesse Pt. 2
As a Harvard student struggling with social isolation and undiagnosed depression, Sinedu Tadesse committed one of the most violent crimes in the university’s history.
41 min
113
Crimes of Passion Bites: Unrepentant Criminals
Today we’re looking at unrepentant criminals. Why do some criminals lack empathy over their actions?
15 min
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Sinedu Tadesse Pt. 1
Along with her roommate Trang Ho, Sinedu Tadesse was a U.S. immigrant attending Harvard University on full scholarship.
41 min
115
Crimes of Passion Bites: Parent & Child Co-Cons...
Today we’re discussing cases of parent-child co-conspirators.
16 min
116
Sharon Lynn Nelson & Gary Adams Pt. 2
In 1982, Sharon Nelson's brazen sexuality scandalized her tiny Colorado community.
39 min
117
Crimes of Passion Bites: Unholy Matrimony
Today we’re discussing cases of unholy matrimony.
16 min
118
Sharon Lynn Nelson & Gary Adams Pt. 1
She grew up desperate for love, but after several failed attempts at long-term relationships, Sharon Nelson settled for security instead.
42 min
119
Crimes of Passion Bites: Prison Escapes
Today we’re discussing prison escapes. How common are prison escapes, and what methods of escape are the most successful?
16 min
120
Nathan Matthews & Shauna Hoare Pt. 2
The twisted obsessions of Nathan Matthews culminated in a violent attack on his stepsister, Becky Watts.
41 min
121
Crimes of Passion Bites: Mass Panic
Today we’re discussing cases of mass panic. What allows fear to spread so quickly amongst groups of people?
17 min
122
Nathan Matthews & Shauna Hoare Pt. 1
Bristol residents Nathan Matthews and Shauna Hoare met in 2008 when he was 21 and she was just 14.
41 min
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Crimes of Passion Bites: Death Penalty
Today we’re diving into cases that ended with the death penalty, and exploring the ongoing debate around it.
14 min
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Harry Thaw Pt. 2
In 1906, Harry Thaw took his revenge on Stanford White for the rape of Evelyn Nesbit.
39 min
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Crimes of Passion Bites: Drug Deals
Today we’re discussing cases of drug use and drug dealers. What kind of psychological motivators are present in someone who is using or selling drugs?
14 min