Where we discuss the funny, strange, and obscure crimes of yesteryear

Lindsay and Madison discuss the vampire fields of Poland, as well as the protective powers of iron, that superstitions are deeply rooted in eastern Europe, and why 3D printing and facial reconstruction is so important.

Lindsay and Madison discuss the Rideau Canal, as well as why you should never make a building out of limestone, that rumors can have deadly consequences, and why you should always be careful around machinery.

Lindsay and Madison discuss Old New-Gate Prison, as well as why a copper mine isn’t a great correctional facility, that fire isn’t smart when you have limited oxygen at your disposal, and how to be both the first prison and also the worst prison all at the same time.

Lindsay is joined by fellow history buff Josh Scott to discuss the life of English privateer, Sir Francis Drake, as well as his Instagram series, Redbeard’s Relics, History Roundtable YouTube series, and his family business, Commodore Coins.

Lindsay is joined by author and fellow podcaster Michael C. Anderson to discuss his latest work, “America’s Counterfeit Democracy: Rule of the Power Elite,” which was published on September 2, 2024 by Simms Books Publishing Corporation.

In this special cross-over episode, Sierra tells us a very unique old timey case for her Murderless story today, it will have you questioning morals and pull at your heartstrings. Get ready for the story of John Seybold, Sarah, and Nellie Moore, and a whole lot of the peanut gallery. Let us know your thoughts and as always keep it twisted.

Lindsay is joined by Ann Foster from the Vulgar History podcast to see if she can decipher what a couple of Victorian slang terms mean.

Lindsay is joined by author and fellow podcaster Kate Winkler Dawson to discuss her latest work, “The Sinners All Bow,” which released on January 7th, 2025.

Lindsay is joined by author and fellow podcaster Patrick O’Donnell to discuss his show, “Cops & Writers,” as well as his latest novel, “The Good Collar.”

Lindsay and Madison discuss Christmas Murder of Josephine Brown, as well as how little people cared about sex workers, that in the day people could have your detailed description and you could still get away with murder, and we address listener feedback regarding the pod.