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Weird True Crime is the ultimate podcast for fans of bizarre, lesser-known, and jaw-dropping true crime stories. Hosted by Gina Nichols and Amber Paul, these lifelong besties explore strange crimes that will leave you stunned. They dive into ethical, victim-focused storytelling with family interviews that bring humanity to the forefront of the narrative.Every episode of Weird True Crime unravels m... more

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In this special edition of Weird True Crime, Gina sits down with Whitney St. Andre (co-host of *Navigating Advocacy*) and Eric Carter Landin (host of *True Consequences*) to talk about AdvocacyCon — a one-of-a-kind conference built for families of th... more

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Melissa Casias's long awaited autopsy report is finally in, and in this episode, Gina and Amber break down exactly what it says, including new context from the Mondragon family about the remote stone basin where Melissa was found, and why it doesn't ... more

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As the rest of the country was settling in and finalizing holiday meals, a man in his mid forties with unremarkable features, yet a quiet and steady demeanor walks through the Portland International Airport. It’s Thanksgiving Eve, Nov 24th, 1971. He ... more

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Your weekly dumpster fire just got an upgrade. This week, Amber and Gina are diving headfirst into Reddit's AITA (Am I The Asshole?) forum — and they pulled 10 of the most unhinged, hilarious, and genuinely jaw-dropping threads they could find.

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Recent Guests

Eric Carter-Landin
Host of True Consequences
AdvocacyCon founder, True Consequences
Episode: Bonus: Advocacy Con with Eric Carter-Landin & Whitney St. Andre
Whitney St. Andre
Host of Navigating Advocacy
AdvocacyCon founder
Episode: Bonus: Advocacy Con with Eric Carter-Landin & Whitney St. Andre
Jasmine Mondragon
Family member researching investigative standards
Mondragon family
Episode: What Melissa Left || Episode 4: The Call
David Adams
Attorney for the Mondragon family
Parnall & Adams
Episode: What Melissa Left || Episode 4: The Call
Ray Cortez
Witness with connection to phone call on June 26
Anonymous witness in case
Episode: What Melissa Left || Episode 4: The Call
Dani from Dani After Dark
Host of Dani After Dark on YouTube
Dani After Dark (YouTube)
Episode: WTF Wednesday: True Crime Chat with Dani After Dark
Joe Trussell
Father of Megan Trussell
Episode: The Suspicious Death of Megan Trussell // Part Two
Vanessa Trussell
Mother of Megan Trussell
Episode: The Suspicious Death of Megan Trussell // Part Two
Casey Robinson
Sister of Jennifer Wix and producer of the story
Episode: UNSOLVED HOMICIDE | Featuring | Missing in Hush Town | Prologue & Chapter 1: March 25, 2004 The Last Contact...Ever

Hosts

Gina Nichols
Host of Weird True Crime; long-time host and co-presenter.
Amber Paul
Co-host of Weird True Crime; long-time host and co-presenter.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 90 ratings
  • This podcast is awesome!!

    The podcast, the host= chefs kiss. 10/10.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    UnsolvedCouplePod
    United States9 months ago
  • Can’t get enough

    I love all things weird in the true crime world so this is perfect

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kaydra Brannan
    United Statesa year ago
  • A fun podcast about weird crime. I have been enjoying the wide variety of stories.

    Audible
    5
    Jennifer
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great storytelling

    A fun podcast about weird crime. I have been enjoying the wide variety of stories.

    Audible
    5
    Jennifer
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing!

    A must listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Podjunkie9
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Audiences frequently note the dynamic and natural chemistry between the co-hosts.
Many fans appreciate the blend of deeper case analysis with light, humorous segments on WTF Wednesday.
Listeners praise the hosts' research quality and empathetic, victim-centered storytelling.

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WTF Wednesday: True Crime Chat with Dani After Dark
Q: For those who aren't familiar with you guys and your podcast, can you each tell us a little bit about yourself, where you're from, and how you started?
Gina and Amber describe a long friendship, their Austin roots, and how their collaboration grew from a private interest into a public, ethical true crime podcast focused on families and accuracy.
WTF Wednesday #33 - AITA Halloween Edition
Q: Was I wrong for not giving candy to a woman with a baby?
The consensus is that you aren't because the baby wouldn't understand Halloween.
WTF Wednesday #33 - AITA Halloween Edition
Q: Am I the asshole for dressing up in a creepy costume to hand out candy?
No, the hosts agreed that it can be done in a fun, light-hearted way without scaring kids too much.
Wicked Wednesday Presents Urban Legends: The Texarkana Moonlight Murders
Q: What are your thoughts?
Yule seems like the most probable suspect, but the lack of evidence to formally charge him complicates the case.
Crook County: Unraveling Family Secrets with Kyle Tekiela
Q: How do you balance honesty in storytelling while still protecting yourself and your family?
I needed to be completely vulnerable while also learning to protect sensitive information for the safety of my family.

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What is Weird True Crime about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A true-crime series anchored by two longtime friends who explore bizarre, lesser-known cases through ethical, victim-centered storytelling and extensive research. Each episode leans into thorough case details, interviews, and thoughtful commentary, often balancing dark subject matter with light, humorous moments on a recurring segment. A distinctive feature is the strong emphasis on family involvement and survivor-centric narration, plus a lighthearted side on WTF Wednesday that covers dumb criminals and crime history. This mix of reverent storytelling and accessible humor is likely to attract listeners who crave rigorous storytelling with a human focus, as well as fans of offbeat crime tales and audience-friendly sponsorship opportunities ... more

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1. Eric Carter-Landin
2. Whitney St. Andre
3. Jasmine Mondragon
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5. Ray Cortez
6. Dani from Dani After Dark
7. Joe Trussell
8. Vanessa Trussell

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