15: Who Put Bella in the Wych Elm?

15: Who Put Bella in the Wych Elm?

Join Lauren and Bally this week as we talk about one of Britain’s most enduring unsolved mysteries: Who Put Bella in the Wych Elm? In 1943, four boys came across a hollow wych elm tree in Hagley Wood, Worcestershire, there they found the skeletal remains of a woman hidden inside. Months later, mysterious graffiti began appearing across the West Midlands asking the chilling question, “Who put Bella in the Wych Elm?” More than 80 years later, the question of who she was and who killed her remains unanswered. For this episode, we travelled to the Wychbury Obelisk, one of the locations where the infamous graffiti appeared, to explore one of the places at the heart of this haunting mystery. We discuss the discovery, the investigation, the theories, and why this case continues to amaze people today! If you have information relating to an unsolved crime, you can contact your local police force or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. Listen to new episodes every Friday, and don’t forget to follow on all podcast platforms! Follow us Instagram & TikTok - @thatsoundslikeacrime X (Twitter) - @TSLAC_ Facebook - That Sounds Like A Crime Podcast Case Suggestions thatsoundslikeacrime@gmail.com [thatsoundslikeacrime@gmail.com] If your suggestion gets used, we’ll give you a shoutout! Sources https://jbarchive.co.uk/collections/west-midlands-old-photos-of-stourbridge?srsltid=AfmBOorl9Iw080fu-LRjkeyPYwbbTiGzEM6SZ33NqhL2oGVOn66n_ieR [https://jbarchive.co.uk/collections/west-midlands-old-photos-of-stourbridge?srsltid=AfmBOorl9Iw080fu-LRjkeyPYwbbTiGzEM6SZ33NqhL2oGVOn66n_ieR] https://jamesysooz.medium.com/who-put-bella-in-the-wych-elm-f067954e95bf [https://jamesysooz.medium.com/who-put-bella-in-the-wych-elm-f067954e95bf] https://historyandimagination.com/tag/hagley-woods/ [https://historyandimagination.com/tag/hagley-woods/] https://josefjakobs.info/2018/03/bella-in-wych-elm-story-of-jack-mossop.html [https://josefjakobs.info/2018/03/bella-in-wych-elm-story-of-jack-mossop.html] https://www.explorethepast.co.uk/2016/09/monthly-mystery-who-put-bella-in-the-wych-elm/ [https://www.explorethepast.co.uk/2016/09/monthly-mystery-who-put-bella-in-the-wych-elm/]

14: Amanda Knox (The Murder of Meredith Kercher)

Join Lauren and Bally this week as they discuss one of the most infamous murder cases of the 21st century: the murder of Meredith Kercher. In 2007, 21-year-old British student Meredith Kercher was found murdered in the cottage she shared with other exchange students in Perugia, Italy. The investigation that followed became a global media sensation, placing Amanda Knox and Raffaele Sollecito at the centre of a years-long legal battle filled with conflicting evidence, overturned convictions, and worldwide scrutiny. We explore what happened to Meredith, the investigation, the controversial court proceedings, and where those involved are today. If you or someone you know has been affected by violent crime, support is available. Victim Support (UK) 0808 168 9111 https://www.victimsupport.org.uk [https://www.victimsupport.org.uk] Listen to new episodes every Friday, and don’t forget to follow on all podcast platforms! Follow us Instagram & TikTok - @thatsoundslikeacrime X (Twitter) - @TSLAC_ Facebook - That Sounds Like A Crime Podcast Case Suggestions thatsoundslikeacrime@gmail.com [thatsoundslikeacrime@gmail.com] If your suggestion gets used, we’ll give you a shoutout! Sources Amanda Knox Netflix documentary 2016 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-25984238 [https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-25984238] https://edition.cnn.com/2011/09/29/world/europe/kercher-profile [https://edition.cnn.com/2011/09/29/world/europe/kercher-profile] https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/murdered-brit-meredith-kerchers-parents-28385861 [https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/murdered-brit-meredith-kerchers-parents-28385861] https://www.britannica.com/biography/Amanda-Knox [https://www.britannica.com/biography/Amanda-Knox] https://www.theguardian.com/world/2008/jul/11/meredithkercher.italy [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2008/jul/11/meredithkercher.italy] https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-15000651 [https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-15000651] https://abcnews.go.com/International/story?id=7876869 [https://abcnews.go.com/International/story?id=7876869] http://www.injusticeinperugia.org/Meredith.html [http://www.injusticeinperugia.org/Meredith.html] https://www.wsj.com/articles/SB10001424052702303973704579353071903182530 [https://www.wsj.com/articles/SB10001424052702303973704579353071903182530] https://www.ucmjlaw.com/article-92-can-service-members-refuse-an-illegal-order/ [https://www.ucmjlaw.com/article-92-can-service-members-refuse-an-illegal-order/] https://www.hilldickinson.com/our-view/articles/court-finds-expert-determination-not-binding-due-to-manifest-errors/ [https://www.hilldickinson.com/our-view/articles/court-finds-expert-determination-not-binding-due-to-manifest-errors/]

13: The Slender Man Stabbing

Join Lauren and Bally this week as they discuss one of the most shocking crimes involving children in recent history: the Slender Man stabbing. In 2014, two 12-year-old girls lured their best friend into the woods and stabbed her 19 times, believing it was the only way to prove their loyalty to the fictional internet character, Slender Man. We explore how online horror, shared delusions, and severe mental illness played a role in the attack, and what happened to Morgan Geyser, Anissa Weier, and survivor Payton Leutner in the years that followed. If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, support is available. Mental Health Support (UK) Samaritans: 116 123 Mind: 0300 123 3393 NHS 111: Dial 111 or visit https://www.nhs.uk [https://www.nhs.uk] Listen to new episodes every Friday, and don’t forget to follow on all podcast platforms! Follow us Instagram & TikTok - @thatsoundslikeacrime X - @TSLAC_ Facebook - That Sounds Like A Crime Podcast Case Suggestions thatsoundslikeacrime@gmail.com [thatsoundslikeacrime@gmail.com] If your suggestion gets used, we’ll give you a shoutout! Sources ABC7 Chicago: https://abc7chicago.com/amp/post/morgan-geyser-911-calls-detail-slender-man-attackers-escape-madison-group-home/18861661/ [https://abc7chicago.com/amp/post/morgan-geyser-911-calls-detail-slender-man-attackers-escape-madison-group-home/18861661/] WTMJ: https://wtmj.com/news/2025/11/24/whats-next-for-morgan-geyser-after-fleeing-group-home-arrest-in-illinois/ [https://wtmj.com/news/2025/11/24/whats-next-for-morgan-geyser-after-fleeing-group-home-arrest-in-illinois/] AOL: https://www.aol.com/articles/where-payton-leutner-now-heres-110000683.html [https://www.aol.com/articles/where-payton-leutner-now-heres-110000683.html] Criminal Minds Wiki: https://criminalminds.fandom.com/wiki/Anissa_Weier_and_Morgan_Geyser [https://criminalminds.fandom.com/wiki/Anissa_Weier_and_Morgan_Geyser] CBS News: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/psychologist-shared-delusion-led-to-slender-man-stabbing/ [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/psychologist-shared-delusion-led-to-slender-man-stabbing/] BBC News: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-42913133 [https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-42913133] MindSite News: https://mindsitenews.org/2022/08/24/how-psychosis-and-internet-obsession-brought-two-girls-to-the-brink-of-murder/ [https://mindsitenews.org/2022/08/24/how-psychosis-and-internet-obsession-brought-two-girls-to-the-brink-of-murder/] ABC News: https://abcnews.go.com/US/slender-man-stabbing-survivors-parents-describe-horrific-ordeal/story?id=25787516 [https://abcnews.go.com/US/slender-man-stabbing-survivors-parents-describe-horrific-ordeal/story?id=25787516] CNN: https://edition.cnn.com/2018/02/01/us/slenderman-morgan-geyser-sentence [https://edition.cnn.com/2018/02/01/us/slenderman-morgan-geyser-sentence] All That’s Interesting: https://allthatsinteresting.com/anissa-weier [https://allthatsinteresting.com/anissa-weier]

12: Betty Broderick & the Murders of Dan Broderick & Linda Kolkena

Join Lauren and Bally this week as we discuss Betty Broderick and the 1989 murders of her ex-husband, Dan Broderick, and his new wife, Linda Kolkena. The case sparked controversy and global debate: had she finally snapped after years of divorce, betrayal, and bitter legal battled? Or was she just out for revenge (as Sza said “if I can’t have you, no one should”). New episodes every Friday. Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow Us * Instagram & TikTok: @thatsoundslikeacrime * X (Twitter): @TSLAC_ * Facebook: That Sounds Like A Crime Podcast Case Suggestions Email: thatsoundslikeacrime@gmail.com [thatsoundslikeacrime@gmail.com] If we feature your case suggestion, we’ll give you a shoutout on the show! Sources: • Los Angeles Times Photo Gallery – https://www.latimes.com/california/gallery/it-was-simple-the-betty-broderick-murders-photo-gallery [https://www.latimes.com/california/gallery/it-was-simple-the-betty-broderick-murders-photo-gallery] • Biography.com [http://Biography.com] – Betty Broderick: https://www.biography.com/crime/betty-broderick [https://www.biography.com/crime/betty-broderick] • Los Angeles Times Archive (1990): https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1990-10-25-me-3920-story.html [https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1990-10-25-me-3920-story.html] • Oprah Daily – The True Story Behind Betty Broderick: https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/a32479974/betty-broderick-divorce-dirty-john-true-story/ [https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/a32479974/betty-broderick-divorce-dirty-john-true-story/] • Betty Broderick: Telling on Myself (2015) Researched, written, and edited by Lauren.

11: Judith and Maria Barsi / Dominique Dunne

Join Lauren and Bally this week as we explore the heartbreaking stories of two young actresses whose lives were cut tragically short by abuse. Ten-year-old child star Judith Barsi and her mother, Maria, and 22-year-old actress Dominique Dunne all deserved far brighter futures. We examine their lives, careers, and the devastating circumstances that led to their deaths. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, support is available: Domestic Abuse (UK) * National Centre for Domestic Violence: 0800 970 2070 * Men’s Advice Line: 0808 801 0327 * Women’s National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247 Child Abuse (UK) * NSPCC: 0808 800 5000 * Childline: 0800 1111 * Stop It Now!: 0808 1000 900 New episodes every Friday. Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow Us * Instagram & TikTok: @thatsoundslikeacrime * X (Twitter): @TSLAC_ * Facebook: That Sounds Like A Crime Podcast Case Suggestions Email: thatsoundslikeacrime@gmail.com [thatsoundslikeacrime@gmail.com] If we feature your case suggestion, we’ll give you a shoutout on the show! Sources * Los Angeles Times – Judith Barsi murders: https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1988-07-28-me-9912-story.html [https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1988-07-28-me-9912-story.html] * IMDb – Judith Barsi biography: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0058279/bio/ [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0058279/bio/] * Klara Barsi interview/article: https://newsbritania.co.uk/klara-barsi/ [https://newsbritania.co.uk/klara-barsi/] * People Magazine – Judith Barsi feature: https://people.com/home/a-child-star-was-murdered-in-this-house-30-years-ago-and-new-owners-still-feel-a-dark-presence/ [https://people.com/home/a-child-star-was-murdered-in-this-house-30-years-ago-and-new-owners-still-feel-a-dark-presence/] * True Crime Edition – Judith Barsi: https://www.truecrimeedition.com/post/judith-barsi [https://www.truecrimeedition.com/post/judith-barsi] * All That’s Interesting – Dominique Dunne: https://allthatsinteresting.com/dominique-dunne [https://allthatsinteresting.com/dominique-dunne] * Vanity Fair Archive – Dominique Dunne feature: https://archive.vanityfair.com/article/share/d0d8b06b-0b89-410b-810e-0fcc8a0745d0 [https://archive.vanityfair.com/article/share/d0d8b06b-0b89-410b-810e-0fcc8a0745d0]