Killer Queens: A True Crime Podcast

In June of 2010, La’Rene Austin rushed into the Palmdale Sheriff’s Office saying that she found her best friend Lanell Barsock dead in her garage.  She was covered in blood and frantic.  She spoke with detectives and was able to tell them that she saw the man who did it, LaNell’s boyfriend Louis.  The couple's tumultuous relationship coupled with La’Rene’s identifying him led to Louis' swift arrest, but as more evidence came to light, detectives began to question if they had the right person in custody.  Want access to our first 45 episodes? Grab em here! We've made them available for free to anyone who signs up! Remember, these episodes were recorded when we had no idea what we were doing, so just keep that in mind. The audio isn't the quality we would want to put out now, but the cases are on point! Visit killerqueens.link/og to download and binge all the archived episodes today!Hang with us: Follow Us on Instagram Like Us on Facebook Join our Case Discussion Group on Facebook Get Killer Queens Merch Bonus Episodes Support Our AMAZING Sponsors: Nutrafol: For $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping, head to Nutrafol.com and use code QUEENS. OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code QUEENS at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod  VIIA: If you’re 21+, try VIIA during their annual SPRING 420 SALE for Black Friday-level savings up to 35% OFF site wide!  Go to https://viia.co/QUEENS and use code QUEENS! IQBAR: Text QUEENS to 64000 to get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping.  Message and data rates may apply. © 2025 Killer Queens Podcast. All Rights ReservedAudio Production by Wayfare RecordingMusic provided by Steven TobiLogo designed by Sloane Williams of The Sophisticated Crayon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Before we get into some foolish April Fools pranks that didn’t quite land, let’s talk about the origin of April Fools Day.  The oldest historical reference for April Fools Day comes from a Flemish poem written in 1561 about a nobleman who sent his servant on “fool’s errands” on April 1st.  In about the same era in France, the people were slow to adapt to the calendar change from the last week of March to January 1st to mark the new year.  It was a move from the Julian calendar to the Gregorian calendar that was decreed by the Council of Trent.  Those who struggled to adjust were called “April fools,” and many began playing tricks on them.  Another reference is with the Catholic Church.  In medieval France and England, a carnival of sorts, called “Feast of Fools” was held on January 1st, but was banned by the 15th century.  Though, it was still held for hundreds of years, despite the ban.  Then by the 19th century, April Fools’ Day was a part of American culture.  Mark Twain was quoted as saying, “The first of April is the day we remember what we are the other 364 days of the year.” Want access to our first 45 episodes? Grab em here! We've made them available for free to anyone who signs up! Remember, these episodes were recorded when we had no idea what we were doing, so just keep that in mind. The audio isn't the quality we would want to put out now, but the cases are on point! Visit killerqueens.link/og to download and binge all the archived episodes today!Hang with us: Follow Us on Instagram Like Us on Facebook Join our Case Discussion Group on Facebook Get Killer Queens Merch Bonus Episodes Support Our AMAZING Sponsors: goPure: Get 25% off @goPure with code QUEENS at https://www.gopurebeauty.com/QUEENS #goPurepod Prose: For 50% off your first hair care subscription and free consultation, head to prose.com/queens.  Hungryroot: For a limited time, get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item of your choice for life at hungryroot.com/QUEENS. OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code QUEENS at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod © 2025 Killer Queens Podcast. All Rights ReservedAudio Production by Wayfare RecordingMusic provided by Steven TobiLogo designed by Sloane Williams of The Sophisticated Crayon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

15-year-old Kristen Galvan was an honor roll student with a bright, bubbly personality when she disappeared from her home in Houston, Texas. Fortunately, she was located two weeks later, safe, but a traumatized victim of sex traffickers. Her family was beyond grateful to have her back, but their nightmare was just getting started. Less than two months later, Kristen disappeared again in January of 2020. She still hasn’t returned home and her family is begging for answers and justice. Want access to our first 45 episodes? Grab em here! We've made them available for free to anyone who signs up! Remember, these episodes were recorded when we had no idea what we were doing, so just keep that in mind. The audio isn't the quality we would want to put out now, but the cases are on point! Visit killerqueens.link/og to download and binge all the archived episodes today!Hang with us: Follow Us on Instagram Like Us on Facebook Join our Case Discussion Group on Facebook Get Killer Queens Merch Bonus Episodes Support Our AMAZING Sponsors: Greenlight: Start your risk-free Greenlight trial today at Greenlight.com/queens. Lume: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code QUEENS at Lumepodcast.com/QUEENS!  #lumepod  SelectQuote: Get the right life insurance for YOU, for LESS, at selectquote.com/queens. Adore Me: For bra and panty sets for as low as $19.95, head to AdoreMe.com. © 2025 Killer Queens Podcast. All Rights ReservedAudio Production by Wayfare RecordingMusic provided by Steven TobiLogo designed by Sloane Williams of The Sophisticated Crayon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On March 13th, 1964, 28-year-old Kitty Genovese was heading home from work in the early morning hours.  After parking her car, she was making the short walk to her apartment when she heard footsteps behind her.  When she attempted to flee, the man followed her and attacked.  After someone saw them and yelled out, the attacker left.  However, he returned and attacked Kitty for a second time.  Though there were several witnesses who heard something, only two had made a call to police.  The amount of witnesses was exaggerated and the details and facts of Kitty’s murder were incorrectly reported.  However, Kitty’s death has resulted in several studies, laws, and the unified 911 system.Want access to our first 45 episodes? Grab em here! We've made them available for free to anyone who signs up! Remember, these episodes were recorded when we had no idea what we were doing, so just keep that in mind. The audio isn't the quality we would want to put out now, but the cases are on point! Visit killerqueens.link/og to download and binge all the archived episodes today!Hang with us: Follow Us on Instagram Like Us on Facebook Join our Case Discussion Group on Facebook Get Killer Queens Merch Bonus Episodes Support Our AMAZING Sponsors: OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code QUEENS at https:/www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod HelloFresh: Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.com/hellofreshpodcast. Fay Nutrition: Listeners of Killer Queens can qualify to see a registered dietician for as little as $0 by visiting FayNutrition.com/QUEENS. Nutrafol: Start your hair growth journey with Nutrafol.  For a limited time, get $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code QUEENS. © 2025 Killer Queens Podcast. All Rights ReservedAudio Production by Wayfare RecordingMusic provided by Steven TobiLogo designed by Sloane Williams of The Sophisticated Crayon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Formerly known as Mind of A Serial Killer, Killer Minds takes you deep into the psychology of history’s most chilling murderers—from infamous serial killers to ruthless cult leaders, deadly exes, and terrifying spree killers. Every Monday and Thursday, hosts Vanessa Richardson and Dr. Tristin Engels, a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist, blend gripping true crime storytelling with expert psychological analysis to uncover what drives people to kill. From the calculated minds of serial killers like Jeffrey Dahmer and Ted Bundy to crimes of passion and cold-blooded murders, Killer Minds goes beyond the headlines to explore the twisted psychology behind the crimes. What fuels their darkness? How do their minds work? And most hauntingly—could they have been stopped?A Crime House Studios original, new episodes drop every Monday and Thursday. Follow Killer Minds wherever you get your podcasts, and follow us @Killerminds on social media.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the 1980s, NYPD detectives Louis Eppolito and Stephen Caracappa secretly worked for the mafia while on the force, betraying their badge in exchange for cash. Known as the "Mafia Cops," they fed mobsters confidential police information, carried out hits, and even kidnapped targets for crime bosses. Their actions helped fuel organized crime during New York's most chaotic era. For years, their crimes went unnoticed until a string of investigations and key testimonies exposed them. Their story remains a chilling reminder of corruption at its worst.Want access to our first 45 episodes? Grab em here! We've made them available for free to anyone who signs up! Remember, these episodes were recorded when we had no idea what we were doing, so just keep that in mind. The audio isn't the quality we would want to put out now, but the cases are on point! Visit killerqueens.link/og to download and binge all the archived episodes today!Hang with us: Follow Us on Instagram Like Us on Facebook Join our Case Discussion Group on Facebook Get Killer Queens Merch Bonus Episodes Support Our AMAZING Sponsors: Adore Me: For bra and panty sets for as low as $19.95, head to AdoreMe.com. IQBAR: Text QUEENS to 64000 to get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping.  Message and data rates may apply.  Lume: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code QUEENS at Lumepodcast.com/QUEENS!  #lumepod Chewy: Got to chewy.com/queens to save $20 on your first order with free shipping.  Minimum purchase required.  New customers only.  Terms and conditions apply.  See site for complete details. © 2025 Killer Queens Podcast. All Rights ReservedAudio Production by Wayfare RecordingMusic provided by Steven TobiLogo designed by Sloane Williams of The Sophisticated Crayon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Early in the morning of Halloween 2020, a driver called 911 after finding 19-year-old Livye Lewis unresponsive in the driver’s seat of her vehicle on the side of a rural road in Hemphill, Texas. The high school valedictorian was dead from a single gunshot wound to the neck. Her loved ones immediately knew who’d killed her: her ex-boyfriend Matthew Edgar. But Matthew claimed to remember nothing about the night, let alone having murdered his ex-girlfriend, whom he claimed to love. Was he lying, or was someone else responsible for Lyvie’s death?Want access to our first 45 episodes? Grab em here! We've made them available for free to anyone who signs up! Remember, these episodes were recorded when we had no idea what we were doing, so just keep that in mind. The audio isn't the quality we would want to put out now, but the cases are on point! Visit killerqueens.link/og to download and binge all the archived episodes today!Hang with us: Follow Us on Instagram Like Us on Facebook Join our Case Discussion Group on Facebook Get Killer Queens Merch Bonus Episodes Support Our AMAZING Sponsors:Cure Hydration: Stay hydrated and feel your best by visiting curehydration.com/QUEENS and using promo code QUEENS get 20% off your first order. Rula: Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance.  Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/queens #rulapod VIIA: Try VIIA!  https://viia.co/QUEENS and use code QUEENS! Lume: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code QUEENS at Lumepodcast.com/QUEENS!  #lumepod© 2025 Killer Queens Podcast. All Rights ReservedAudio Production by Wayfare RecordingMusic provided by Steven TobiLogo designed by Sloane Williams of The Sophisticated Crayon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On December 13th, 2020, Jason Landry was driving home to spend Christmas with his family.  He had finished up his first semester at Texas State and was looking forward to the break.  Unfortunately, Jason never made it home after his car crashed into a tree.  There have been no sightings or physical evidence found and Jason’s whereabouts are still unknown. Want access to our first 45 episodes? Grab em here! We've made them available for free to anyone who signs up! Remember, these episodes were recorded when we had no idea what we were doing, so just keep that in mind. The audio isn't the quality we would want to put out now, but the cases are on point! Visit killerqueens.link/og to download and binge all the archived episodes today!Hang with us: Follow Us on Instagram Like Us on Facebook Join our Case Discussion Group on Facebook Get Killer Queens Merch Bonus Episodes Support Our AMAZING Sponsors: HelloFresh: Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at hellofresh.com/hellofreshpodcast.  #HelloFreshPics   Greenlight: Start your risk-free trial today at greenlight.com/queens.   Chewy: Save $20 on your first order and get free shipping by going to chewy.com/queens.   OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code QUEENS at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod © 2025 Killer Queens Podcast. All Rights ReservedAudio Production by Wayfare RecordingMusic provided by Steven TobiLogo designed by Sloane Williams of The Sophisticated Crayon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In April of 1992, Exxon executive Sidney Reso left for work like he did every day.  When his car was discovered running in his driveway, the police and FBI were called.  They quickly began an investigation into Sidney’s disappearance, which they learned was an abduction.  After cooperating with the kidnappers and getting together the 18.5 million dollar ransom though, the kidnappers began to make sporadic contact, often days and weeks between phone calls.  This lasted for 51 days before a break which led the kidnappers right to the FBI, and we ultimately found out what happened to Sidney Reso. Want access to our first 45 episodes? Grab em here! We've made them available for free to anyone who signs up! Remember, these episodes were recorded when we had no idea what we were doing, so just keep that in mind. The audio isn't the quality we would want to put out now, but the cases are on point! Visit killerqueens.link/og to download and binge all the archived episodes today!Hang with us: Follow Us on Instagram Like Us on Facebook Join our Case Discussion Group on Facebook Get Killer Queens Merch Bonus Episodes Support Our AMAZING Sponsors: Fay Nutrition: Listeners of Killer Queens can qualify to see a registered dietician for as little as $0 by visiting FayNutrition.com/QUEENS.  Hungryroot: Go to hungryroot.com/queens and use code QUEENS to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life! Orgain: For 30% off your order, head to Orgain.com/QUEENS30 and use code QUEENS30.  Adore Me: For bra and panty sets for as low as $19.95, head to AdoreMe.com. © 2025 Killer Queens Podcast. All Rights ReservedAudio Production by Wayfare RecordingMusic provided by Steven TobiLogo designed by Sloane Williams of The Sophisticated Crayon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On February 13th, 2009, 14-year-old Amber Dubois disappeared into thin air on her way to school in San Diego County, California. There were credible leads or sightings, and it seemed as though Amber was just…gone. Almost exactly one year later, 17-year-old Chelsea King went for a run in a well-populated park, just ten miles from where Amber disappeared, and never returned. Clothing belonging to Chelsea was found nearby and a DNA match was found, leading detectives to a registered sex offender by the name of John Albert Gardner. Who was Gardner, and was he responsible for more than just Chelsea’s disappearance? Had he, just one year prior, abducted Amber Dubois off the street on her way to school? Want access to our first 45 episodes? Grab em here! We've made them available for free to anyone who signs up! Remember, these episodes were recorded when we had no idea what we were doing, so just keep that in mind. The audio isn't the quality we would want to put out now, but the cases are on point! Visit killerqueens.link/og to download and binge all the archived episodes today!Hang with us: Follow Us on Instagram Like Us on Facebook Join our Case Discussion Group on Facebook Get Killer Queens Merch Bonus Episodes Support Our AMAZING Sponsors: IQBAR: 20% off all IQBAR products.  Text QUEENS to 64000.  Message and data rates may apply. Remi: Save your smile and your bank account with Remi!  Get up to 50% off your custom–fit mouth guard at https://www.shopremi.com/QUEENS today! FUM: Head to https://www.tryfum.com/QUEENS and use promo code QUEENS to kick your bad habit today. Cure Hydration: Stay hydrated and feel your best by visiting curehydration.com/QUEENS and use promo code QUEENS at checkout for 20% off your first order! © 2025 Killer Queens Podcast. All Rights ReservedAudio Production by Wayfare RecordingMusic provided by Steven TobiLogo designed by Sloane Williams of The Sophisticated Crayon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices