People are the Worst

In the final part of the Natalee Holloway case, we discuss another sting operation involving a man name John Ludwick, who claims he helped Joran move Natalee's body in 2010, 5 years after her disappearance. We also tell you about Joran's prison antics in Peru, the long overdue extradition to Birmingham, Alabama and the current status of his extortion case, as well as next steps. Lastly, we answer the questions you submitted about Natalee & the case. Produced by Jacob Hollabaugh Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, check out our website for merch, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part 3 of the Natalee Holloway case picks up in 2007. Natalee had been missing for 2 years and while living in the Netherlands for college, Joran meets a man who befriends him with the sole mission of taking him down. His "friend", along with badass crime reporter Peter de Vries, record Joran confessing to what really happened to Natalee. We discuss all of the shocking events after this recording, including the infamous extortion e-mail he sent Beth Holloway's attorney & the horrible murder of Stephany Flores. Produced by Jacob Hollabaugh Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, check out our website for merch, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In part 2 of Natalee's case, we continue with how the investigation is going in Aruba during the summer of 2005 and what is going on back in Birmingham during that time. We also discuss the awful disappearance of Amy Bradley and why her story renewed our hope that Natalee may still be alive. Produced by Jacob Hollabaugh Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, check out our website for merch, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As 2 people who knew Natalee we wanted to bring a more personal perspective to this story. Natalee Holloway went on her senior trip in 2005 and never came back. While we all know who is responsible, it’s been 18-years and she still hasn’t been found. Produced by Jacob Hollabaugh Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, check out our website for merch, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lori Slesinski was valedictorian of her high school and an Auburn University grad when she went missing without a trace. She had a ton of friends but one in particular had a sinister past no one knew about... Produced by Jacob Hollabaugh Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, check out our website for merch, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1984, a beloved minister, husband & father of two was found murdered. The people of Clinton, North Carolina were shocked...but they didn't know what was happening behind closed doors. Not one, but two secret lives are revealed & there's finally justice for this horrific crime two years later. There are so many twists in this one that Rachel had to stop to assure Rebecca that she is not making it up. Produced by Jacob Hollabaugh Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, check out our website for merch, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sandra Boss was killing it in New York City making $2M a year when she met Clark Rockefeller (yes, THE Rockefellers). They got married and had a daughter, who they nicknamed “Snooks” and Clark was in love with her. But when Snooks gets kidnapped things start unraveling and Clark’s sketchy past finally catches up to him Produced by Jacob Hollabaugh Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, check out our website for merch, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In December 2003, the Whitaker family went to dinner to celebrate the oldest son, Bart's, college graduation. The joyful night turned to terror when they got home to find a gunman hiding inside who fired at them one by one as they walked in the door. Over the next 14 months, a tangled web of lies & betrayal unravel and even though they figure out who is behind the murders, they have no idea where he is...but don't worry, they find him. Produced by Jacob Hollabaugh Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, check out our website for merch, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you like a “whodunit” this one’s for you! Linda Slaten is a single mom raising 2 boys. Less than two weeks after moving into an apartment in Lakeland, Florida she was found brutally murdered. There are a lot of viable suspects but the killer managed to fly under the radar and live a completely normal life for 40 YEARS after his disgusting crime. Produced by Jacob Hollabaugh Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, check out our website for merch, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sam Herr & Julie Kibuishi met at Orange Coast College & became good friends. On May 22, 2010, nobody could get in touch with either of them, so Sam's dad went to his apartment and made a very gruesome discovery that led to a murder investigation and a huge manhunt. The cops think they found the accomplice who helped the killer get away, but they quickly learn that this case isn't as cut & dry as they thought. Produced by Jacob Hollabaugh Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, check out our website for merch, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carolands Mansion was once considered the 2nd largest house in America. Built in 1912 on 554 acres in Hillsborough, CA, the impressive estate had 100+ rooms and was almost considered to be the West Coast White House but by 1975 it was abandon and slid into serious decline. It was rumored amongst high schoolers that security guards would give unofficial tours of the mansion, and in 1985, Jeanine Grinsell and Laurie McKenna wanted to see for themselves. Unfortunately, this is when Carolands turned into a house of horrors... Produced by Jacob Hollabaugh Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, check out our website for merch, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1985, 18 year old Stacie Pannell was found dead in her college dorm room. While police zero in on a suspect, the real killer flies under their radar and the way they’re caught is truly fascinating. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, check out our website for merch, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube Produced by Jacob Hollabaugh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reid Gray came home from work to find a ransom note from 3 men who had his wife captive. This starts a 3 day nightmare and will end up changing the couples lives forever. This is the bizarre kidnapping of Quinn Gray. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, check out our website for merch, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube Produced by Jacob Hollabaugh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1997, Judy Smith went to Philadelphia with her husband Jeffrey so he could attend a work conference. While he was at the conference, Judy went sightseeing, and mysteriously vanished. There were several bizarre sightings of her in the area, but none of them panned out, leaving Jeffrey & her kids were baffled about where she could be. Months later her body was found...but not in Philadelphia. In fact, not in Pennsylvania...How did she get there? And why? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, check out our website for merch, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube Produced by Jacob Hollabaugh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Alahverdian grew up jumping from abusive foster home to abusive foster home but he came out on the other side and as an adult he fought to change the foster care system —catching the attention of several high profile politicians, but Nick had a dirty secret that several people came forward about, and eventually the cops and even FBI wanted answers. Unfortunately, he died in February 2020…or so we thought... This story is bizarre and current with updates expected later this month! Don’t worry, we’ll get you up to speed Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, check out our website for merch, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube Produced by Jacob Hollabaugh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At 1am on August 10, 2003, Sonya Ivanoff left her friend's house to walk home. Along the way she saw a girl she knew smoking on her front porch. The two exchanged pleasantries when a car pulled up next to Sonya. The acquaintance watched her get in and had no idea this would make her the star witness in Sonya's murder case. When it took police over a month to follow up on this incident, the witness knew something sketchy was going on because the car Sonya got into was all too familiar... Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, check out our website for merch, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we're reading your scary stories! A group of friends explore an old psychiatric hospital/daycare (dope combination!) and what they find is terrifying and frankly, pretty sad. We also tell you about a friend who was approached by a murderer looking for his next victim but was spared thanks to her dog, Baxter. Lastly, you'll hear about not one, but TWO creeps who used social media to harass women in a segment we call "entitled, delusional men with no boundaries". Thank you so much to everyone who allowed us to share these stories! If you have a story to submit, e-mail [email protected]. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, check out our website for merch, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For someone who’s worried about not getting into heaven he sure does murder a lot... It's not very common for a murderer to call 911 to report his attacks (especially while hysterically crying) but that's what happened in the early 80s in the Twin Citites. No todays episode isn't about a little girl but a grown man. Lets talk about the Weepy Voice Killer. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch and follow us on TikTok and Instagram and visit our website for merch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lottie Spencer & Karmen Smith were both single moms and neighbors. One day in 1995, their two kids got off the school bus & walked into Karmen's apartment to find a horrific scene. It seemed like a cut & dry case since there had been a series of very bizarre events involving a scorned stalker, but 6 months after a verdict was read, a huge bomb is dropped. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch and follow us on TikTok and Instagram and visit our website for merch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The people have spoken and we have listened! After several requests, Rebecca is finally covering the story of Lauren Giddings. Lauren just graduated law school in Macon, GA and was enjoying a low key weekend when she seemingly disappeared. She confided in her friends a few days before that she thought someone had been watching her and the very night she went missing, she sent an eerie email to her boyfriend...but it wasn't half as scary as what the local news caught on camera Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch and follow us on TikTok and Instagram to learn about upcoming episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

41 year old Christina Parcell was a single mom who worked at a vet hospital in Greenville, SC. On the morning of October 13, 2021, her fiancé walked into her home to find her dead in the living room. She had been stabbed 31 times & there were rose petals sprinkled around her. Investigators collected several sketchy items from the crime scene & two arrests were made immediately following...but not for murder. What they uncover is a very unlikely suspect and an even more unlikely dark secret. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch and follow us on TikTok and Instagram to learn about upcoming episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mothers intuition is a hell of a superpower. Weeks before her daughters murdered, Hannah Wilsons mom had a dream that something would happened to her before graduating college and sadly it was spot on. Two weeks before graduation Hannah went out with friends to celebrate the end of exams. She made it home safely but the next morning she was gone and the front door was wide open. Her beaten body was found in another county and there was a cellphone next to her that would uncover a disturbing person with a disturbing rap sheet. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch and follow us on TikTok and Instagram to learn about upcoming episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1999, 14-year-old Camille Arfmann didn't come home from school. When she missed a church social that night, everyone began to worry - with good reason. Sadly, Camille was murdered but the investigation didn't go on for long before someone confessed. But was it a real confession or was he being blackmailed? You'll think you know the twist in this one, but stick around... it's not over until it's over. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch and follow us on TikTok and Instagram to learn about upcoming episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we're switching things up & reading some of the stories we received from listeners who have experienced true crime firsthand. You'll hear about a first date gone horribly wrong, a Snapchat from a stranger that ends in the most shocking way, a mystery man hiding in a hotel room, a creep with an agenda and way too many fences, and an old lady stalking children in the woods that will make you wonder if Hansel & Gretel is a true story. HUGE shoutout to everyone who submitted stories. Thank you so much for sharing with us! Let us know what you think of this type of episode at [email protected]. Into it? Not into it? We'd love to know! Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch and follow us on TikTok and Instagram to learn about upcoming episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joleen Cummings got a bad vibe from her new co-worker, Jennifer Sybert, and couldn’t shake the feeling that she was hiding a secret. Did her armchair detective work lead to her gruesome demise? And what was Jennifer hiding? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch and follow us on TikTok and Instagram to learn about upcoming episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kay & David Parsons and Becky & Tony Sears were next door neighbors and the best of friends living in Grovetown, GA. One morning in 2009, both of their houses were broken into and robbed. Luckily, nobody was at the Sears home during the robbery, but the same can't be said about the Parson's house. Kay was found murdered, seemingly after she walked in on the burglar. Less than two days later, Becky was shot while leaving work. She survived, but the tangled web that starts to unravel will leave you shocked. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch and follow us on TikTok and Instagram to learn about upcoming episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This ones insane. Ruth Finley survived an attack by a masked man when she was 16 years old. She grew up wanting to leave this painful story in the past and move on with her life but 30 years later someone calls her threatening to expose her secret. This leads to years of being stalked and attacked by an unkonwn man but cops finally figure it out after 4 years. Who is behind these vicious attacks will leave you stunned. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch and follow us on TikTok and Instagram to learn about upcoming episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1998, Sparkle Reid & Ricky Rai met at work & fell in love, much to the dismay of some people in their lives. Despite that, they got married, had a baby girl, and were on top of the world. That is until April 26, 2000, when Ricky came home from work to find Sparkle dead & their 6-month-old daughter unharmed next to her. Don't jump to "it's always the husband" just yet. He may be a scum bag, but that doesn't make him a murderer. Sparkle's case was cold for 4 years when a high-speed chase in Atlanta resulted in a witness who was ready to dish. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch and follow us on TikTok and Instagram to learn about upcoming episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sydney Loofe met a girl on Tinder named Audrey and after date #2, she disappears. It wasn't until Sydney's friend made a fake profile to catfish the suspect that police discover the sick and twisted people Sydney had unknowingly become involved with. Before we get into this f*cked up story, Rebecca makes an EXCITING announcement! Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch and follow us on TikTok and Instagram to learn about upcoming episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1980, things couldn't be better for Jean Marie & Christine Villemin. Jean Marie had just been promoted, they were living in a gorgeous house in France & they had just had a son, Gregory. Around this time, they started getting threatening phone calls & letters from someone who became known as the raven. The raven was seeking vengeance on Jean Marie, but they had no idea why. The raven also knew the family's deepest darkest secrets, so the suspected someone in their extended family. This went on for 4 years...then the raven took action and Jean Marie got his revenge...but was it on the right person? This is still one of the biggest and most talked about cases in France. Get ready for twists and turns. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch and follow us on TikTok and Instagram to learn about upcoming episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

OUR FIRST GUESTS! Today we have the pleasure of speaking to Alexandra Bunting and Savannah O'Connell, hosts of the much anticipated podcast The Unspeakable which will be centered around the Idaho Murders (launching in March!) While we do shit talk Brian Kohberger, we also touch on several other cases including Maura Murray, Brandon Swanson, OJ, Natalee Holloway, Napa murders and so much more. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch and follow us on TikTok and Instagram to learn about upcoming episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1995, Nicole van den Hurk was riding her bike to work and suddenly vanished. Over the course of 6 weeks, they found her bike & backpack, but couldn't find her...until a hiker happened upon a gruesome scene. What happened to her? And how did a Facebook post years later finally lead to a conviction? Someone in this story is the worst, but someone else is the best. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch and follow us on TikTok and Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hannah Cornelius was the type of girl who passed out gift bags to underprivileged children on her birthday. She was caring, giving and worked really hard so after a long week of studying, she deserved a fun night out. But when she offered to drive her friend home at 3am they had no idea the hours of horror they would endure. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch and follow us on TikTok and Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WE'RE BACKKKK! Today Rebecca tells us the horrifying story of what bad parenting can do to a person. Ward Weaver had a terrible upbringing and sketchy past so in 2002 when his daughters bestfriends go missing, he's treated as #1 suspect and he's confident it's because of who his father is...but the apple usually doesn’t fall too far from the tree, right? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch and follow us on TikTok and Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The affidavit for Bryan Kohberger's arrest for the University of Idaho student murders was just released so we're having an last minute, unedited episode to so Rachel can give Rebecca an overview since she hasn't read it yet. IT IS CHILLING. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch and follow us on TikTok and Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1996, Amy Preasmyer was a typical 16 year old when she met 21 year old Ricky Cowles Jr. and the two fell in love. The following summer was spent partying with their friends but turns tragic when one of them is murdered. It doesn't take long for justice to be served, but years later a jailhouse letter reopens the case & the truth behind it all is shocking. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch, and follow us on Instagram: peoplearetheworst_pod We're taking a break in January, so this is our last episode until February 2nd, but our Patreon subscribers will still get a bonus episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meghan Landowski was a good student, a dancer and didn't have an enemy in the world so in April 2008 when she was found brutally murdered after school, everyone was shocked. The police thought it was an open and closed case based on a secret that only they and Meghan’s family knew about but it was far more complicated. You'll think you have it figured out but you have no idea. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch, and follow us on Instagram: peoplearetheworst_pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1985, Katie Eastburn was at home in Fayetteville, NC with her 3 young daughters while her husband, Gary, was at a 10 week training in Alabama. When a neighbor realized that he hadn't seen Katie & the kids in almost 3 days, he went to check on them to find a horrifying scene - Katie & two of her daughters had been murdered and the sole witness wasn't even 2 years old. The shocking events that followed resulted in not one, not two but three trials of the same person for the same crime. How is that possible? You'll see... Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch, and follow us on Instagram: peoplearetheworst_pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lauren Meanza, Adriane Inogna and Leslie Mazarra were young, single and living their best life in Napa Valley, CA. Similar to the horrific Idaho murders, these roommates were bestfriends in the prime of their life until one terrifying night on Halloween in 2004. For those who like a whodunit, this insane story is for yall Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch, and follow us on Instagram: peoplearetheworst_pod Edited by Haley Craven Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Jessie Blodgett came home from college in the summer of 2013, she got a part-time job, joined the community theater, and was generally living her best life with all of her hometown friends. One night she came home from a party upset about some creeps being inappropriate with her, the next day she was murdered. But are the creeps involved? Or did she have many creeps in her life? The answer lies with a badass chick in a neighboring town who was also attacked but got away. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch, and follow us on Instagram: peoplearetheworst_pod Edited by Haley Craven Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Thanksgiving! Here’s a story to divert the dinner table conversation away from politics…Summer of 1986 was sketchy as hell in Owensboro, KY. The murder of 23-year-old Angie Dickens was enough to make the small town live in fear but only a month later, two more teens go missing. There’s a very likely suspect, but he has a shocking story to tell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Ryan & Heather didn't show up for Christmas dinner, Ryan's parents called the cops to do. a welfare check. What the cops found was a dead body and a very uncooperative suspect. A pretty open & shut case, right? NOPE. After an infuriating interrogation, you'll agree that several people in this episode are the worst. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch, and follow us on Instagram: peoplearetheworst_pod for upcoming eps! Edited by Haley Craven Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What we portray on instagram can be bullshit and that was certainly the case for Alex Skeel and Jordan Worth, but the victim isn't always who you think it is. This is the badass survival story of....... Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch, and follow us on Instagram: peoplearetheworst_pod for upcoming eps! Edited by Haley Craven Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1996, Raynard Cook came home from school to find his mom, Josephine cook, murdered in their upscale Atlanta home. Being a superior court judge for Fulton County, Josephine handled the cases for a lot of dangerous people, which makes the real murderer all the more shocking. You'll also hear about Rebecca's own stalker! Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch, and follow us on Instagram: peoplearetheworst_pod for upcoming eps! Edited by Haley Craven Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nikki and Doug were ecstatic to get a night out with friends but as they say “nothing good happens past midnight” and they ain’t wrong. Things take a very dark turn and a Fitbit saves the day. Fitbit for president! Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch, and follow us on Instagram: peoplearetheworst_pod for upcoming eps! Edited by Haley Craven Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Ellen Halbert's husband left to play golf & her son went off to school, she had a nice morning in a quiet house. This dream turned into a nightmare when she gets out of the shower to see a man standing in her bathroom. What happens for the next two hours is terrifying, but luckily Ellen is a badass and the intruder is an idiot. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch, and follow us on Instagram: peoplearetheworst_pod for upcoming eps! Edited by Haley Craven Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a D.C. woman mysteriously disappears in 2009, the investigation takes an unexpected turn that sends police down a 30-year rabbit hole. How is Pam Butler linked to another woman who vanished in 1989? DC/MD/VA peeps you're going to want to listen to the end of this one! Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch, and follow us on Instagram: peoplearetheworst_pod for upcoming eps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rachel tells the story of a true badass, Brittani Marcell. This case makes you realize how crazy the human mind is (in a good way) with an unlikely outcome, unlikely recovered memory, and unlikely criminal. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch, and follow us on Instagram: peoplearetheworst_pod for upcoming eps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"We lock our doors at night to keep out evil...but what if evil has a key? You can't prepare for that." Rebecca tells you about the shocking story of Nation and Jamie Hahn, and John Broyhill. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and merch, and follow us on Instagram: peoplearetheworst_pod for upcoming eps! Podcasts edited by Haley Craven. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rachel tells the story of Teresita Basa, the only case we know of where the murder victim solves their own crime. How she does it is truly spooky, so supernatural fans rejoice! And, you know we love stories within stories, so today you get a trio! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices