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Bad Acts: A True Crime Podcast

Danielle Blinka
Murder
Domestic Violence
Glen Edward Rogers
True Crime
Mental Health
Homicide
Florida
Warren Barnes
Wise Family Murders
Podmoth Media Network
Germond Family Murders
DNA Evidence
Michigan
Luna Family Murders
Andrea Eilber
Mary Stetson
Leola
Lancaster County
Karen Perez
New York City

Twisted true crime tales of dark deeds and despicable people. New episodes every Thursday. Join our Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes here: www.patreon.com/badactspod

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(Audio is pretty good!) In February 2025, 32-year-old Margaux Whittemore traveled to Maine with her husband, Samuel, to visit her mother-in-law. She wouldn’t make it back home. Investigators soon learned that Samuel Whittemore was h... more

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This week, we talk about the true story of Tony & Frances Toto, whose story hit the big screen in 1990 after Frances tried to murder Tony 5 times with the help of a few hitmen, all of whom were very bad at murder. The dark comedy ba... more

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Over an 8-day period in April 2002, 28-year-old Ray McArthur Freeney preyed on sex workers on Houston, TX’s infamous Bissonnet Strip. He murdered 15-year-old Kirshalynne Jones and 36-year-old Vicky Dean, but they weren’t his only vi... more

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On February 14, 1987, Michelle Shadbolt’s stepmother found her brutally murdered in her living room. Everyone suspected Michelle’s estranged husband, but investigators didn’t have enough evidence to arrest him. That’s because he was... more

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Recent Guests

Moises Sandoval Mendoza
Convicted murderer of Rachelle Tolleson
Episode: Ep. 227 — I Turned into the Devil: The Murder of Rachelle Tolleson
Tina Marie Luster
Former friend of Jill Stacy with a history of substance abuse.
Episode: Ep. 187 - The Murder of Regilla “Jill” Stacy

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Danielle Blinka
Host of Bad Acts Podcast; frequent analysis and narrative of true crime cases; long-form investigative storytelling.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 286 ratings
  • Great Podcast

    I love this post cast. I have been benching listening for a few years. Daniel has a special way telling these crime stories. Each time I listen, I felt like these stories were told by my best friends. Keep up great work 😇

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YumaDesertRain
    United States5 months ago
  • Great work

    This is a great team. Keep up the great podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    This game that is played
    United States6 months ago
  • Glad I found y’all!

    I am picky about my True Crime podcasts, and have caught up on all my favorites. Last night I stumbled onto this one and LOVE it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vogelville
    United States2 years ago
  • So glad I found you!!

    Love this podcast. I’ve been looking for a new one, so glad I found you guys even though I’m a bit late. To the female host you have a great voice and I like the accent!! Don’t listen to that hateful review

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SashaIss
    Canada3 years ago
  • Insensitive

    Listening to the Natalee Holloway case and the way yall are cackling about the situation is disgusting
 How is anything about that funny?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    AMT5549
    United States3 years ago

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Ep. 223 – “Dad, why do you have the knife?”: Matthew Lee Richards, Attempted Family Annihilator
Q: What are some characteristics typical of a family annihilator?
Family annihilators often display narcissism, viewing their families as an extension of their own success and believing that their families would be better off dead rather than facing hardship or failure.

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Dark, meticulously researched true crime stories with a conversational cadence that blends historical cases, modern investigations, and moral questions. Episodes frequently center on wrongful convictions, high-profile investigations, and lesser-known crimes, often weaving in social context, legal nuances, and forensic twists. A standout trait is the host duo's dynamic energy and detailed storytelling, which keeps complex cases accessible and engaging for crime-obsessed listeners who crave depth, nuance, and responsible handling of sensitive subjects. The show often features long-form narratives, expert input, and broader societal angles, making it a solid pick for true crime buffs who enjoy thorough reporting and thoughtful commentary.

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