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Sword and Scale

Sword and Scale
Murder
Domestic Violence
Melinda Schaefer
Harvest View Apartments
Murder Investigation
Sidnee Stephens
Bipolar Disorder
P-Town Saints
Rashawn Williams
Danielle Redlick
Micheal Redlick
Michael Dudley
Jessica Lewis
Austin Wenner
Tracy Stephens
Dakota
Pickneyville
Baltimore County
Juggalo
Alcohol Abuse

Sword and Scale is a weekly true crime podcast covering the dark underworld of crime and the criminal justice system’s response to it. The first episode launched January 1st, 2014 and feature stories of murder, abduction, rape, and even more bizarre forms of crime. It’s the purest form of true-crime where the raw uncensored audio tells the story. Everything from 911 calls to court testimony, inter... more

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Latest Episodes

In August 2000, eighteen-year-old Jessica Currin was found burned behind a middle school in Mayfield, Kentucky. The case went cold until a determined homemaker named Susan Galbreath decided she could solve it herself. Against all odds, she did what p... more

When 65-year-old Kenneth Reece returned to his quiet farmhouse, he found a nightmare waiting: a decapitated body in his living room and his estranged son, Kenny McBride, claiming ignorance. But once detectives uncovered the victim’s head, the gruesom... more

In October 2016, a teenage girl was found brutally murdered along a jogging trail in St. Joseph, Missouri. She was naked, stabbed repeatedly, and her throat was slashed. As investigators dug into the case, they uncovered a disturbing web of delusion,... more

In a quiet Ohio town shaped by coal and tradition, Brad McGarry is found dead in his basement. At first, it looks like a break-in. But as detectives dig deeper, they uncover a complex friendship, a hidden relationship, and a web of lies that unravels... more

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Recent Guests

Jason Flaum
Veteran record executive turned innocence advocate and founder of Lava for Good
Lava for Good / Innocence Project
Episode: Episode 332
Charlie Starner
A father and friend who tragically became a victim of Isaac Pence's violence at a birthday party.
Episode: Episode 326
Isaac Pence
An attendee at the party with a history of violence and alcohol abuse; he was the perpetrator of the stabbing.
Episode: Episode 326
Sabra Flagg
Isaac Pence's girlfriend; present during the stabbing and later charged for obstructing justice.
Episode: Episode 326
Dulton Flagg
The 23-year-old birthday celebrant who rented the cabin for the party.
Episode: Episode 326
Baron Lee
The survivor of a shooting attempt orchestrated by his ex-wife.
Episode: Episode 322
Denise Johnson
Mother of murder victim Erika Huff who survived the attack.
Episode: Episode 321
Lance Hunley
Suspect in the murder of Erika Huff and assault on Denise Johnson.
Episode: Episode 321
Hannah Payne
The woman who shot Kenneth Herring during a traffic confrontation.
Episode: Episode 316

Host

Mike Boudet
Host with a focus on true crime storytelling, often incorporating personal and societal perspectives into the narrative.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 92.3k ratings
  • He-Man Woman Haters Club

    This guy hates women and minorities and doesn’t even try to hide it. He makes it well known that you don’t have to listen if you don’t like it. Just tell the story, dude. Talk to a therapist about who hurt you in your past, not us.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    LMCL232
    United States21 days ago
  • Incel vibes

    The host makes consistently gross comments about women trying to play the victim. Googled him, turns out he’s made a ton of misogynistic comments before and asked female fans for nudes. He said their subscribers have been leaving, kinda not surprised.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jumblejuice43
    United Kingdom22 days ago
  • Actively boycotting

    This could be a really great podcast… the audio is fantastic, however, after listening to 2 and 1/2 episodes I heard, from the host, his misogynist opinions about “female privilege”, along with victim shaming and homophobia. I absolutely could not stomach it and I tried because the rest is great. It’s unbelievable…

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ghkmom
    United States22 days ago
  • Jessica

    This episode was profound, some of your finest work. You are still a dick though, but you make me laugh. So Merry Christmas and a happy new year x

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lpulman
    United Kingdom23 days ago
  • Unfortunate

    Hi all, I used to really like the show, but Mike the host has expressed some trans phobic views, and he has also said some things that make me believe that he is homophobic and racist.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BIG NOAH
    United States23 days ago

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The podcast is praised for its raw storytelling and compelling true crime narrations, highlighting strong investigative work.
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Episode 328
Q: When was the last time you guys spoke with him?
David and Sherry last spoke with Brad earlier that day; he was returning from a wedding and mentioned they could visit.
Episode 308
Q: What did you do to her?
I strangled her.
Episode 308
Q: What happened to Valerie?
Valerie got carried away.
Episode 283
Q: What did investigators find in Rose's mother's yard?
They discovered human bones and evidence of the remains being burned in a barrel.
Episode 283
Q: What was Rose's demeanor during the investigation?
Rose initially portrayed herself as a worried wife, but her actions, such as seeking divorce, raised suspicions.

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Engaging with the dark complexities of crime, this podcast offers listeners an unflinching look at the criminal justice system through real-life cases of murder, abduction, and other heinous acts. Each episode meticulously pieces together narratives from uncensored audio clips, including chilling 911 calls, courtroom testimonies, and interviews with both victims and perpetrators. The compelling storytelling style immerses the audience in the disturbing realities of human nature, reflecting on the often grim realities that lie beneath the surface of society.

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Sword and Scale launched 12 years ago and published 366 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Jason Flaum
2. Charlie Starner
3. Isaac Pence
4. Sabra Flagg
5. Dulton Flagg
6. Baron Lee
7. Denise Johnson
8. Lance Hunley

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