
Every story has two sides — the version we hear, and the version buried beneath the surface. Unlawful Acts is a weekly true crime podcast hosted by Susan Davis and Jocelyn Frankhuizen, delivering gripping, condensed storytelling that dives deep into some of history’s most fascinating criminal cases. From elusive serial killers and unsolved disappearances to organized crime, corruption, and decades... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 52 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | True Crime | |||

For years, freight trains carried one of America's most terrifying serial killers from state to state without anyone realizing it.
Known as The Railroad Killer, Ángel Maturino Reséndiz used the nation's rail system to move undetected, committing bru... more
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What happens when a relationship ends, but one person refuses to let go?
In this episode of Unlawful Acts, we examine the case of Michael David McKee and the murder of his ex-wife, Amy McKee. What began as a troubled relationship eventually escalate... more
Dorothea Puente appeared to be the last person anyone would suspect of murder.
In 1980s Sacramento, she was known as a kind, grandmotherly woman who opened her home to society's most vulnerable people—elderly residents, disabled individuals, and tho... more
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The old way was more polished and clean. Im trying to like the new change of two hosts but it just doesn’t work. Too casual compared to what the show use to be.
Love the show. Started listening from the very beginning. Not a fan of the new format. Seems unpolished and it’s boring. I prefer the previous format with straight forward storytelling. I read the previous comments and I can see why the format was changed, but this isn’t better. There are lots of other shows telling these same stories in this two-person format that got it right.
I really liked the old format of Unlawful Acts not a big fan of the new format, doesn’t catch your interest as much and unfortunately seems unpolished. Might listen to a few more to see if it gets better, I would really like to continue to listen but the new format makes it hard to listen to.
Excellent podcast. Great hosts. Interesting stories.
Great job Jocelyn! Soo excited for your new venture and can’t wait to continue listening to you and Susan!
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This show offers concise, narrative-driven true crime storytelling hosted by two experienced storytellers who unpack complex cases with attention to victims, investigators, and the social context surrounding each crime. Across recent episodes, the hosts cover a broad range of cases—from notorious serial killers and high-profile abductions to long-running investigations and systemic failures—emphasizing careful research, pacing, and the human impact behind the headlines. The format leans into engaging narration, clear case structure, and thoughtful commentary, making it a solid pick for listeners who crave thorough, well-produced true crime storytelling with a two-host dynamic that keeps dialogue lively and insightful. A notable strength is ... more
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