Pure Malice

Riane Nix

Welcome to Pure Malice, a true crime and paranormal podcast hosted by three sisters who dive into real cases, mysteries, investigations, and unexplained stories that leave people asking what really happened. In our true crime episodes, we cover cold cases, infamous murders, wrongful convictions, disappearances, small-town scandals, and the darker stories that shake entire communities. We bring fresh eyes, thoughtful research, honest reactions, and just enough lightheartedness to help balance the heavy. And when true crime isn't enough, we cross into the unknown. Our paranormal episodes explore hauntings, unexplained encounters, eerie stories, and the moments that make you question what might be waiting just beyond what we can see. Whether it's a case you thought you knew, a story you've never heard of, or a mystery that takes us somewhere stranger, we're here to dig into the details and talk through the questions that still linger. Follow us now if you're looking for a little dark joy, and remember… it's not just true crime. It's Pure Malice.

  1. 2 days ago

    Lizzie Borden: The Real Story Behind Netflix's Monster

    Lizzie Borden: The Real Story Behind Netflix's Monster  Lizzie Borden has been one of America's most infamous murder suspects for more than 130 years. On August 4, 1892, Andrew and Abby Borden were brutally murdered inside their home in Fall River, Massachusetts. Their daughter Lizzie was eventually arrested, tried, and acquitted — but the questions surrounding that shocking case have never truly disappeared. Now, with Netflix bringing the Lizzie Borden story back into the spotlight with Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story, Pure Malice takes a fresh look at the real events behind one of history's most notorious murder cases. What actually happened inside the Borden house that morning? Where was Lizzie when her father and stepmother were killed? Why did her answers change? What did the household servants see and hear? And what did witnesses like Bridget Sullivan, John Morse, Alice Russell, and Dr. Seabury Bowen tell investigators? In this episode, we go beyond the familiar "40 whacks" story and dig into the details that can get lost in the legend — the inquest, the investigation, Lizzie's conflicting accounts, the physical evidence, the circumstances surrounding the murders, and the testimony that would eventually become part of the prosecution's case. We'll also take a closer look at the world Lizzie lived in: Victorian mourning customs, Fall River society, the Borden family home, and the strange circumstances surrounding the days leading up to and immediately following the murders. More than a century later, the question remains: Did we ever really know what happened inside the Borden house? The legend of Lizzie Borden has been told countless times. This time, we're going back to the evidence, the testimony, and the historical record — and taking a fresh look at a classic case. This is the real story behind Lizzie Borden, Part 1.

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  3. 21 Aug

    The Killer Clown | The Case of Marlene Warren

    The 1990 murder of Marlene Warren, known as the Killer Clown Murder, remains one of Florida's most bizarre and haunting true crime cases. When a clown carrying flowers and balloons appeared at the Warren's Wellington, Florida doorstep, no one could have imagined the horror waiting behind the painted smile. Marlene opened the door expecting a surprise. Instead, she was confronted by a killer who would disappear behind a costume and leave behind a mystery that would span over decades. In this episode of Pure Malice, we take a closer look at the murder of Marlene Warren, the strange clues surrounding the crime, the people closest to her, and the investigation that took decades to solve.... But this case is about more than a terrifying disguise. There were secrets hiding beneath the surface.... A trail of evidence eventually brought this infamous Florida cold case back into the spotlight. The Killer Clown Murder is one of those true crime cases where the closer you look, the stranger it becomes. 🎙️ Remember... it's not just true crime. It's Pure Malice. 📌 Don't forget to:💬 Comment and tell us your thoughts about the case. 🔔 Follow for more true crime & paranormal deep dives. © 2025 Pure Malice/Nix. All Rights Reserved.Music licensed through Artlist. Don't miss out on all things Pure Malice! Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @puremalicepodcast Facebook: puremalicepodcast TikTok: @puremalicepodcast YouTube: @puremalicepodcast  Pure Malice is hosted by Riane Nix, Taylor Lynch and Britni Burks.   ✨Want to be our partner in crime… officially as a sponsor?If you're ready to team up with Pure Malice and put your brand in the spotlight, we'd love to collaborate. Reach out to ⁠⁠⁠puremalicepodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ and let's plot something unforgettable together. 👻 Have a close call with a killer… or a spine-tingling paranormal encounter?If you've brushed shoulders with the unexplained or narrowly escaped something sinister, we want to hear your story. Email ⁠⁠⁠puremalicepodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ for a chance to have your experience featured on the podcast.

  4. 3 Aug

    The Lake Waco Murders: A Local Nightmare, Part 5

    In the final chapter of our Lake Waco Murders series, we return to the questions that have followed this case for decades. What happened to evidence that may still have held answers? Why did certain leads fade while others became the foundation of the prosecution's story? And what do you do when the legal system says a case is over, but the facts still refuse to feel settled? Years after Jill Montgomery, Raylene Rice, and Kenneth Franks were murdered near Lake Waco, people connected to the case were still searching for clarity. Advances in DNA testing seemed capable of reopening doors that had once been closed, but gaining access to the evidence brought a new set of complications. Even the location, condition, and control of key items became part of the mystery. Then there are the details that seem almost impossible to explain away. A vehicle once linked to the case followed a strange path after the trials. Was this a solved triple murder surrounded by decades of controversy? Or did tunnel vision, unreliable forensic science, and missed opportunities shape the outcome from the beginning? Join us for the conclusion of Pure Malice's five-part Lake Waco Murders deep dive. This final episode explores the unresolved evidence, wrongful-conviction claims, alternate theories, and legal barriers that continue to make the murders of Jill Montgomery, Raylene Rice, and Kenneth Franks one of the most debated true crime cases in Waco, Texas. We also highlight the work of the Innocence Project of Texas and share the missing person case of Justin Weldon O'Brien, who disappeared from Waco in 2002. Because even after decades, one overlooked detail can still matter. 🎙️ Remember... it's not just true crime. It's Pure Malice. 📌 Don't forget to: 💬 Comment and tell us your thoughts about the case. 🔔 Follow for more true crime and paranormal deep dives.  ✨ Want to be our partner in crime... officially as a sponsor? If you're ready to team up with Pure Malice and put your brand in the spotlight, we'd love to collaborate. Reach out to puremalicepodcast@gmail.com and let's plot something unforgettable together. 👻 Have a close call with a killer... or a spine-tingling paranormal encounter? If you've brushed shoulders with the unexplained or narrowly escaped something sinister, we want to hear your story. Email puremalicepodcast@gmail.com for a chance to have your experience featured on the podcast. Don't miss out on all things Pure Malice! Patreon:@puremalice Instagram: @puremalicepodcast Facebook:@puremalicepodcast TikTok:@puremalicepodcast YouTube:@puremalicepodcast

  5. 16 June

    The Lake Waco Murders: A Local Nightmare | Part 4

    The Lake Waco Murders case reaches its most explosive chapter yet. In Episode 4 of Pure Malice: The Lake Waco Murders, we follow the unraveling of one of Texas's most controversial murder prosecutions. After teaching himself the law from death row, Muneer Deeb accomplishes what few inmates ever have—successfully overturning his own conviction and winning a new trial. Meanwhile, David Spence's legal team uncovers allegations of Brady violations, recanting witnesses, questionable jailhouse informant testimony, and growing concerns about the forensic evidence that helped send him to death row. As retrials and appeals move forward, key witnesses begin backing away from their original statements, law enforcement officials voice doubts about the convictions, and independent experts challenge the bite mark evidence that remained central to the state's case. Yet despite mounting questions, David Spence remains on death row as the clock toward execution continues ticking. The episode also explores the murder of Juanita White, Detective Jan Price's relentless pursuit of the truth, and the DNA evidence that ultimately identified Benny Carroll as her killer years after innocent men had been convicted. As old investigations are reexamined, troubling questions emerge about tunnel vision, prosecutorial conduct, wrongful convictions, and whether the search for justice was overshadowed by the need to secure convictions. From overturned convictions and death row appeals to DNA breakthroughs and lingering suspicions, this chapter reveals how far-reaching the consequences can be when the truth remains hidden for decades. 🎙️ Remember... it's not just true crime. It's Pure Malice. 📌 Don't forget to: 💬 Comment and tell us your thoughts about the case. 🔔 Follow for more true crime and paranormal deep dives. © 2025 Pure Malice/Nix. All Rights Reserved. Music licensed through Artlist. ✨ Want to be our partner in crime... officially as a sponsor? If you're ready to team up with Pure Malice and put your brand in the spotlight, we'd love to collaborate. Reach out to puremalicepodcast@gmail.com and let's plot something unforgettable together. 👻 Have a close call with a killer... or a spine-tingling paranormal encounter? If you've brushed shoulders with the unexplained or narrowly escaped something sinister, we want to hear your story. Email puremalicepodcast@gmail.com for a chance to have your experience featured on the podcast. Follow Pure Malice on Patreon, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube for exclusive content, episode updates, behind-the-scenes access, and more. Pure Malice is hosted by Riane Nix, Taylor Lynch, and Britni Burks. Follow Pure Malice on Patreon, Apple Podcast, Spotify, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube for exclusive content, episode updates, behind-the-scenes access, and more. Don't miss out on all things Pure Malice!  Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @puremalicepodcast Facebook: puremalicepodcast TikTok:@puremalicepodcast YouTube: @puremalicepodcast Pure Malice is hosted by Riane Nix, Taylor Lynch, and Britni Burks.

  6. 10 June • Subscribers Only

    The Unsolved Mystery of the 1977 Girl Scout Murders | Part 1

    On June 12, 1977, three young girls arrived at Camp Scott near Locust Grove, Oklahoma, excited for a summer of adventure. But by morning, their lives had been tragically cut short, and they never returned home. Decades later, the haunting mystery of the Girl Scout Murders remains unsolved. In this episode, we take you through every chilling detail—examining the evidence, the suspects, and the lingering questions that still haunt this case. Who was responsible? Why was justice never truly served? And why does this case still grip the public’s imagination nearly 50 years later? Join us as we unravel the story, piece by piece. Support our Sponsors: Vital Flow Aesthetics & Wellness: https://www.facebook.com/vitalflowivtherapy 🎙️ Remember... It’s not just crime… it’s Pure Malice. 📌 Don’t forget to: 💬 Comment and tell us your thoughts about the case. 🔔 Follow for more true crime & paranormal deep dives. © 2025 Pure Malice/Nix. All Rights Reserved. Music licensed through Artlist. Don’t miss out on all things Pure Malice! Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @puremalicepodcast Facebook: puremalicepodcast TikTok:@puremalicepodcast YouTube: @puremalicepodcast Pure Malice is hosted by Riane Nix, Taylor Lynch and Britni Burks. Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @rianenix | @tlynch | @britniburks Facebook: Riane Agostino | Taylor Lynch | Britni Burks TikTok: @rianealyn | @bburks7 | @taylorlynch539

    The Unsolved Mystery of the 1977 Girl Scout Murders | Part 1
  7. 10 June • Subscribers Only

    The Unsolved Mystery of the 1977 Girl Scout Murders | Part 2

    We're back with part 2 of the Unsolved Mystery of the 1977 Girl Scout Murders! On June 12, 1977, three young girls arrived at Camp Scott near Locust Grove, Oklahoma, excited for a summer of adventure. But by morning, their lives had been tragically cut short, and they never returned home. Decades later, the haunting mystery of the Girl Scout Murders remains unsolved. In this episode, we take you through every chilling detail—examining the evidence, the suspects, and the lingering questions that still haunt this case. Who was responsible? Why was justice never truly served? And why does this case still grip the public’s imagination nearly 50 years later? Join us as we unravel the story, piece by piece. Support our Sponsors: Vital Flow Aesthetics & Wellness: https://www.facebook.com/vitalflowivtherapy 🎙️ Remember... It’s not just crime… it’s Pure Malice. 📌 Don’t forget to: 💬 Comment and tell us your thoughts about the case. 🔔 Follow for more true crime & paranormal deep dives. © 2025 Pure Malice/Nix. All Rights Reserved. Music licensed through Artlist. Don’t miss out on all things Pure Malice! Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @puremalicepodcast Facebook: puremalicepodcast TikTok:@puremalicepodcast YouTube: @puremalicepodcast Pure Malice is hosted by Riane Nix, Taylor Lynch and Britni Burks. Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @rianenix | @tlynch | @britniburks Facebook: Riane Agostino | Taylor Lynch | Britni Burks TikTok: @rianealyn | @bburks7 | @taylorlynch539

    The Unsolved Mystery of the 1977 Girl Scout Murders | Part 2
  8. 10 June • Subscribers Only

    The Spirits of Eastern State Penitentiary | Part 1

    In this chilling episode, we unlock the iron gates of one of America’s most infamous and haunted prisons — Eastern State Penitentiary. Once a revolutionary model for reform, this massive Gothic fortress in Philadelphia quickly became a house of horror, where isolation broke more than just spirits. From the eerie whispers echoing through abandoned cellblocks to full-bodied apparitions spotted by staff and visitors alike, Eastern State has earned its place among the most paranormally active sites in the world. We dive deep into the prison’s dark history, the notorious inmates who walked its halls — including Al Capone — and the countless unexplained phenomena that continue to haunt its crumbling corridors. Join us as we explore the history, eyewitness accounts, chilling recordings, and the psychological torment embedded in its stone walls. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, this episode will leave you questioning what really lingers behind the bars of this decaying institution. Lock in — and listen close. The dead don’t rest easy at Eastern State Pen. Support our Sponsors: Vital Flow Aesthetics & Wellness: https://www.facebook.com/vitalflowivtherapy 🎙️ When true crime isn't enough... we cross into the unknown. 📌 Don’t forget to: 💬 Comment and tell us your thoughts about the case. 🔔 Follow for more true crime & paranormal deep dives. © 2025 Pure Malice/Nix. All Rights Reserved. Music licensed through Artlist. Don’t miss out on all things Pure Malice! Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @puremalicepodcast Facebook: puremalicepodcast TikTok: @puremalicepodcast YouTube: @puremalicepodcast Pure Malice is hosted by Riane Nix, Taylor Lynch and Britni Burks. Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @rianenix | @tlynch | @britniburks Facebook: Riane Agostino | Taylor Lynch | Britni Burks TikTok: @rianealyn | @bburks7 | @taylorlynch539

    The Spirits of Eastern State Penitentiary | Part 1

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Welcome to Pure Malice, a true crime and paranormal podcast hosted by three sisters who dive into real cases, mysteries, investigations, and unexplained stories that leave people asking what really happened. In our true crime episodes, we cover cold cases, infamous murders, wrongful convictions, disappearances, small-town scandals, and the darker stories that shake entire communities. We bring fresh eyes, thoughtful research, honest reactions, and just enough lightheartedness to help balance the heavy. And when true crime isn't enough, we cross into the unknown. Our paranormal episodes explore hauntings, unexplained encounters, eerie stories, and the moments that make you question what might be waiting just beyond what we can see. Whether it's a case you thought you knew, a story you've never heard of, or a mystery that takes us somewhere stranger, we're here to dig into the details and talk through the questions that still linger. Follow us now if you're looking for a little dark joy, and remember… it's not just true crime. It's Pure Malice.

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