Crimes of Passion
What begins in the heart ends in handcuffs. Whether it's a lover’s embrace or a family bond, we track the descent from intimacy to the ultimate betrayal. Join Law&Crime’s Sierra Gillespie as she strips away the masks to reveal the twisted psychology behind Crimes of Passion. Watch free, only on Spotify.
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Love in Lockup Pt. 1
Even the most sadistic killers have found love — or some distortion of it — in prison.
43 min
127
Robert John Bardo Pt. 2
On the morning of July 18, 1989, Bardo knocked on the door of Rebecca Schaeffer’s Hollywood home — not as a misguided fan, but a serial harasser.
38 min
128
Robert John Bardo Pt. 1
In 1989, after years of obsessing over actress Rebecca Schaeffer, 19-year-old Robert John Bardo boarded a bus and headed for West Hollywood.
42 min
129
Shelia Eddy & Rachel Shoaf Pt. 2
Luring their friend deeper into Pennsylvania woods, Shelia Eddy and Rachel Shoaf prepared to carry out their sinister plot.
41 min
130
Shelia Eddy & Rachel Shoaf Pt. 1
In West Virginia, a once-inseparable trio of teenage girls became toxic after two of them struck up a secret romantic relationship.
37 min
131
The Boy Jones
In 1838, an impoverished fourteen-year-old boy became obsessed with England’s young monarch, Queen Victoria.
40 min
132
Jennifer Pan Pt. 2
On November 8, 2010, three armed men broke into the Pan family home.
40 min
133
Jennifer Pan Pt. 1
Hann and Bich Pan worked to give their daughter, Jennifer, every opportunity they never had.
44 min
134
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
135
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
136
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
137
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
138
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
139
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
140
Josh Powell Pt. 2
Susan Powell disappeared in December 2009 after telling her husband Josh she wanted a divorce.
42 min
141
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
142
Stacey Lannert Pt. 2
Violence erupted in the Lannert home on July 4, 1990, leaving 44-year-old Tom Lannert dead.
41 min
143
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
144
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
145
Crimes of Passion Bites: Unrepentant Criminals
Today we’re looking at unrepentant criminals. Why do some criminals lack empathy over their actions?
15 min
146
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
147
Crimes of Passion Bites: Parent & Child Co-Cons...
Today we’re discussing cases of parent-child co-conspirators.
16 min
148
Sharon Lynn Nelson & Gary Adams Pt. 2
In 1982, Sharon Nelson's brazen sexuality scandalized her tiny Colorado community.
39 min
149
Crimes of Passion Bites: Unholy Matrimony
Today we’re discussing cases of unholy matrimony.
16 min
150
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