Real Life Real Crime

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, Woody Overton brings listeners a global roundup of crime stories that highlight violence, corruption, exploitation, and the ongoing fight for justice.
The episode begins with updates on cases closely followed by the community, including those involving Bradley Stacener, Hailey, and Miss Barbara Blount. Woody addresses how public awareness and community engagement continue to play a role in keeping these cases active.
Woody then examines the correlation between large-scale events like Super Bowl Sunday and increased reports of domestic violence, emphasizing the need for awareness and intervention. From there, the episode moves into a disturbing Florida case where a Lyft driver allegedly choked and threatened a passenger, followed by an international investigation in East Sussex, England, involving the sexual assault of a teenage boy.
The episode also covers a long-delayed death warrant in Florida for the murderer of police officer Danny Parrish, as well as a chilling case in China where authorities executed individuals tied to a billion-dollar online scam and murder operation. Additional stories include a Florida homeowner losing her house due to squatter exploitation, a former California police officer sentenced to multiple life terms for sexual assault while on duty, and a Maryland security guard who killed a coworker during a workplace dispute.
Woody also discusses one of the more bizarre cases of the episode involving exotic animals discovered in a van on Long Island, before closing with an unusual mid-flight emergency aboard a Philippine Airlines flight. The episode concludes with Woody reflecting on seven years of Real Life Real Crime, the growth of the audience, and the ongoing mission to pursue truth and justice.
Chapter Titles
00:00 Updates on Bradley Stacener, Hailey, and Miss Barbara Blount
02:05 Super Bowl Sunday and Domestic Violence Trends
03:34 Florida Lyft Driver Assault Case
07:14 East Sussex Sexual Assault Investigation
09:41 Florida Death Warrant in Officer Danny Parrish Murder
12:39 China’s Billion-Dollar Scam and Murder Ring
17:16 Florida Squatter Case and Foreclosure Loss
25:05 California Officer Sentenced for On-Duty Sexual Assaults
30:36 Maryland Workplace Shooting During Performance Review
34:22 Exotic Animal Smuggling Case on Long Island
39:01 Philippine Airlines Mid-Flight Emergency
43:44 Podcast Anniversary and Closing Reflections
true crime podcast, Bradley Stacener case update, Hailey justice campaign, Lyft driver assault Florida, East Sussex sexual assault case, Danny Parrish murder death warrant, China online scam execution, Florida squatter rights case, corrupt police officer California, exotic animal smuggling Long Island, international crime stories
This episode of True Crime Time For covers global crime stories, corrupt law enforcement cases, violent assaults, and justice updates, highlighting accountability and community awareness.
Executive Producer: Leah Marie

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, Cyndi Overton walks listeners through a comprehensive collection of true crime stories that reflect both historical patterns and modern challenges in criminal justice.
The episode opens with reflections on the podcast community and the importance of collective awareness. Cyndi then revisits a historical case involving Mary Gillespie, illustrating how past events continue to inform current conversations about harassment and justice.
Recent violent incidents are also examined, including an unprovoked stabbing inside a Macy’s store and a tragic drive-by shooting at a funeral home. These cases highlight how violence can erupt unexpectedly in everyday settings, leaving families and communities devastated.
The episode also explores financial crimes, including a major casino embezzlement scheme and a pyramid scheme that exploited vulnerable individuals during the COVID-19 pandemic. Additional cases address domestic violence resulting in severe legal consequences, the resolution of the cold case murder of Suzanne Sites Fenton, and troubling incidents involving law enforcement conduct.
The episode concludes with deeply disturbing cases of child abuse in Waco and Florida, reinforcing the urgent need for intervention, accountability, and education to protect vulnerable children and prevent future harm.
Chapter Titles
00:00 Introduction and Community Engagement
01:50 Historical Case: Mary Gillespie Harassment
03:40 Unprovoked Stabbing Inside Macy’s
06:50 Casino Embezzlement Scheme
09:35 Pyramid Scheme Exploiting COVID-19 Vulnerability
13:40 Drive-By Shooting at Funeral Home
17:26 Domestic Violence Case and Life Sentence
21:40 Cold Case Solved: Suzanne Sites Fenton
25:17 Law Enforcement Shooting Involving a Raccoon
28:00 Child Abuse Case in Waco
31:28 Aggravated Child Abuse Case in Florida
33:38 Law Enforcement Exploitation and Betrayal
35:59 Closing Remarks and Call to Action
true crime podcast, violent crime cases, financial fraud schemes, casino embezzlement, pyramid scheme COVID-19, drive-by shooting funeral home, domestic violence life sentence, Suzanne Sites Fenton cold case, child abuse investigation, law enforcement accountability, community justice
This episode of True Crime Time For examines violence, fraud, child abuse, and a solved cold case, highlighting justice, accountability, and the importance of community awareness.
Executive Producer: Leah Marie

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In this episode of True Crime Time For, Woody and Cyndi Overton guide listeners through a collection of cases that reflect both extreme criminal behavior and the ongoing pursuit of justice.
The episode opens with discussion of John Wayne Gacy, whose crimes continue to serve as a chilling reminder of the depths of human cruelty. From there, the hosts examine cases involving parental crimes so severe they challenge comprehension, followed by conversations about school violence and the growing concern it poses for communities nationwide.
Woody and Cyndi also address fraud within social justice movements, emphasizing how exploitation of these causes damages genuine advocacy and diverts resources from victims who truly need support. The episode then shifts focus to cold cases, highlighting renewed investigative efforts in the murders of Brandy Dyson and Tammy Fickey, demonstrating how persistence and evolving investigative techniques can lead to long-overdue accountability.
The episode concludes with a discussion on wildlife crimes, exploring how illegal and reckless actions against animals reflect broader issues of disregard for law and community safety. Throughout the episode, the hosts reinforce that justice requires vigilance, integrity, and collective responsibility.
Clean Chapter Titles
00:00 Introduction and Fundraising for Justice
02:59 The Crimes of John Wayne Gacy
05:57 Parental Crimes and Family Tragedies
09:14 School Violence and Community Safety
09:49 Fraud in Social Justice Movements
19:08 Reviving Cold Cases
25:04 The Murder of Brandy Dyson
29:49 Justice for Tammy Fickey
35:03 Wildlife Crimes and Legal Consequences
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This episode of True Crime Time For covers John Wayne Gacy, parental crimes, school violence, revived cold cases, and wildlife crimes, emphasizing justice, accountability, and community safety.
Executive Producer: Leah Marie
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In this episode of True Crime Time For, Woody Overton walks listeners through a collection of true crime cases that illustrate the darkest extremes of human behavior and the lasting impact on families and communities.
The episode opens with the case of Josh Powell, whose history of domestic violence culminated in a murder-suicide involving his own children. Woody discusses the warning signs, systemic failures, and long-term devastation caused by domestic abuse. The conversation then turns to the disappearance of Bradley Stracener, a case that remains unresolved and continues to raise troubling questions.
Woody also covers an unusual theft involving a police uniform, demonstrating how criminal behavior can sometimes border on the absurd while still posing serious public safety risks. Another deeply emotional case involves a woman who stabbed her husband after he euthanized their dogs, underscoring the psychological weight of grief, trauma, and mental health struggles.
The episode continues with coverage of a murder case in Northeast Houston and concludes with a brutal double homicide involving a former city commissioner and her husband, a case that ultimately resulted in a death sentence. Woody reflects on the complexities of the justice system, the ongoing debate surrounding capital punishment, and the role of community involvement in seeking justice for victims.
Chapter Titles
00:00 Introduction to True Crime Time
01:13 The Josh Powell Murder-Suicide Case
03:03 The Disappearance of Bradley Stracener
10:24 Police Uniform Theft and Public Safety Concerns
18:51 PTSD Support Dogs and Family Impact
20:23 Stabbing Case Following Euthanized Dogs
27:40 Murder Investigation in Northeast Houston
32:39 Death Sentence in Brutal Double Murder
38:51 Closing Thoughts and Awareness
true crime podcast, Josh Powell case, Bradley Stracener missing person, police uniform theft, PTSD service dogs, euthanized dogs stabbing case, Northeast Houston murder, brutal double murder, death sentence case, domestic violence tragedy, justice for victims
This episode of True Crime Time For examines the Josh Powell case, the disappearance of Bradley Stracener, bizarre crimes, domestic tragedy, and brutal murders, highlighting justice, trauma, and community awareness.
Executive Producer: Leah Marie
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In this episode of True Crime Time For, Woody Overton walks listeners through a mix of historic, ongoing, and unusual crime stories that highlight the evolving nature of criminal justice and accountability.
The episode opens with a discussion of the Patty Hearst abduction, one of the most infamous cases in American true crime history, and why it continues to influence public perception of crime, coercion, and responsibility. Woody then provides updates on justice efforts for victims like Hailey, reinforcing the importance of persistence, advocacy, and community involvement.
The conversation turns to the death penalty, examining how DNA evidence has reshaped criminal investigations and raised questions about past convictions. Woody also breaks down the case of Charles Thompson, who was convicted of a double murder and later attempted to orchestrate another killing from behind bars, illustrating the long reach of violent offenders.
International and domestic cases round out the episode, including a controversial law in England that could result in the euthanasia of thousands of pet monkeys, misconduct involving an FBI agent, and the growing problem of revenge porn crimes. The episode concludes with a bizarre robbery involving a Taco Bell and a rock, reinforcing that even seemingly absurd crimes can carry serious consequences.
Chapter Titles
00:00 Introduction to True Crime Time
01:14 The Patty Hearst Abduction Case
02:42 Justice for Hailey: Ongoing Efforts
06:02 Death Penalty and DNA Evidence
07:57 The Charles Thompson Murder Case
15:22 England’s Controversial Pet Monkey Law
24:13 FBI Agent Misconduct Case
34:14 Bizarre and Unusual Crime Stories
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This episode of True Crime Time For covers the Patty Hearst case, justice efforts for Hailey, death penalty debates, and bizarre crime stories, highlighting accountability and community involvement.

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