

Wife of Crime
Jess & Russ
A true crime podcast hosted by a married couple from the Bronx, NYC. Jess (the wife) tells her husband Russ true crime stories. They sip some cocktails and discuss the ins and outs of the case. Since their opinions are generally different perspectives, it makes for an entertaining discussion.
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Apr 11, 2024 • 1h 14min
"Happy Birthday Mr. President" - Marylin Monroe
On this episode of Wife of Crime we dive deep into the conspiracy's surrounding the death of one of the most famous women that ever lived Norma Jean Mortenson a.k.a Marilyn Monroe! The events surrounding her death were incredibly mysterious and over the years numerous conspiracy theories have formed involving her doctors, her house keeper, the mafia, the CIA and even the Kennedys. So jump down the rabbit hole with us as I tell Russ all about her life and her untimely death. Moral of the story... things are rarely ever what they seem.Sponsors!This episode is sponsored by Better HelpBetterhelp.com/wifeofcrime1PROMO CODE: WIFEOFCRIME1VIIA HempViiahemp.comPROMO CODE: WIFEOFCRIME1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 27, 2024 • 56min
"Third time's the charm" - Kenneth McDuff
On this episode of Wife of Crime I'm telling Russ about the most notorious serial killer in Texas history! Kenneth McDuff was a life long bully and trouble maker who, not surprisingly would end up on death row in 1966 for a triple homicide. 10 years later, because of the death penalty being banned nationwide and Texas prisons being overcrowded HE GOT OUT!! He would go on to ruthlessly murder multiple women over the next few years. Because of McDuff, the State of Texas had to change the way they handled paroles and punishments. Moral of this story... "Hell is empty and all the devils are here" - William ShakespeareSponsors!This episode is sponsored by Better HelpBetterhelp.com/wifeofcrime1PROMO CODE: WIFEOFCRIME1VIIA HempViiahemp.comPROMO CODE: WIFEOFCRIME1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 13, 2024 • 46min
Not Me Not Today - Anita Wooldridge
On this week's episode I'm telling Russ about the amazing survival of Anita Wooldridge. Imagine your biggest fear... Now, imagine having to live it for 8 days straight. This case unlocks MY biggest fears! The woman at the center of it, 21 year old Anita Wooldridge had a mind set I only pray I could have I those moments. Moral of the story... Yet again, a fascinating example of the depth our brain will go to in order to protect us!Sponsors!This episode is sponsored by Better HelpBetterhelp.com/wifeofcrime1PROMO CODE: WIFEOFCRIME1VIIA HempViiahemp.comPROMO CODE: WIFEOFCRIME1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 28, 2024 • 55min
My Toxic Valentine - Mike and Denise Williams
On this week's episode, I'm telling Russ the case of Mike and Denise Williams. In December of 2000 Mike Williams went missing while on a duck hunting trip at Lake Seminole. Police quickly came to the conclusion that this must have been a tragic accident. BUT there was one person who knew in her heart that this was way more than just an accident, and she spent 17 years on a mission to prove it! Moral of the story... "there is no force on earth more powerful than a mother's love."Sponsors:This episode is brought to you by Betterhelp!Promo code wifeofcrime1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 8, 2024 • 43min
"Why Gary Why?!"- Jody Plauche
On this episode of WOC I'm telling Russ a case about a father who took the law into his own hands! Gary Plauche was filled with pure rage after he learned the horrors his son Jody faced at the hands of his karate teacher. Gary didn't think our justice system would give this man the punishment he deserved so Gary took care of it himself. Moral of this story... He wasn't ready for that smoke! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 17, 2024 • 59min
Wolves in sheep's clothing - Julie Rae
On this week's episode I'm telling Russ all about the wrongful conviction and exoneration of a woman named Julie Rae! Her story is totally nuts and actually brings up 2 other cases we have already covered. Way back in 2020 I told Russ about the case of Darlie Routier and my opinion on it caused us to get more hate e-mail then any other episode! Julie's case is eerily similar to Darlie's and may even make some of you question if Darlie should be on death row right now. Moral of the story... Its the one's claiming to do good but are actually causing harm that we should be the most afraid of. The real villains are the wolves in sheep's clothing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 5, 2024 • 42min
2023 Wrap Up
This year was insane and although we had a lot of heart ache we also had a lot of fun with the podcast. This is such a great reminder of how much joy the podcast brings us even in the hardest times of our lives. We love this awesome community that we've built! Thank you guys so much for everything ❤️Sponsors!This episode is sponsored by Better help!Betterhelp.com/wifeofcrime1Factor75factor.com/wifeofcrime50 promo code: wifeofcrime50 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 21, 2023 • 1h 3min
The Forgotten People - MMIW
On this week's episode I'm telling Russ 3 cases of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women in America. The cases of Kaysera Stops Pretty Places, Henny Scott and Kimberly Bearclaw Iron. Big Horn County Montana is like ground zero for the MMIW movement. There are countless cases of women disappearing or being murdered in the area but their cases never get solved. The issues in Big Horn County are multidimensional but the fact of the matter is these women deserve justice. Sadly there are many reservations in the U.S. and Canada with the same problems and the MMIW movement is on a mission to build awareness. Big Horn County Sheriff Office (307) 568-2324 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 6, 2023 • 51min
Cold As Ice - Estibaliz Carranza aka The Ice Cream Killer
On this week's episode I'm telling Russ all about a "love gone wrong" case you've probably never heard of! This case sent me down a YouTube rabbit hole because as the story unfolds it just gets more and more crazy! Estibaliz just wanted to settle down and have babies but mix in daddy issues, bad men and a sprinkle of psychopathy and we've got a giant mess! Moral of this story... peach schnapps is NOT flammable 😳 Sponsors:This episode is sponsored by Better Help!Promo code: wifeofcrime1FactorFactor.com/wifeofcrime50Download June's Journey today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 22, 2023 • 59min
Simon Says - Gwen Shamblin The Weigh Down Cult
On this episode I tell Russ about the horrendous cult leader Gwen Shamblin. What started off and a weight loss program would over the course of 30 years turn into a full blown cult that still exists today! As her fame and fortune grew so did her hair and so did her secrets and lies! She formed a church in Brentwood Tennessee made up of a congregation full of disordered eating, child abuse and even a murder. Moral of this story... If the thought has crossed your mind that you may be in a cult, you most definitely are!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices