Siblings in Crime

Ally Rossell and Blake Murphy
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Siblings in Crime is a weekly true crime podcast hosted by brother and sister duo, Blake Murphy and Ally Rossell.Join us as we dive into the darkest, most chilling crime stories from around the world. Whether it's unsolved mysteries, brutal murders, or bizarre disappearances, Siblings in Crime is your go-to podcast for captivating and thought-provoking true crime tales.Every week, we explore a new case, discussing details that will keep you on the edge of your seat. We mix humor with the macabre, offering a fresh approach to true crime storytelling. From historical criminal events to modern-day investigations, they explore both classic and contemporary cases that spark curiosity and discussion.Tune in to Siblings in Crime for compelling storytelling, intriguing criminal investigations, and a deep dive into some of the most spine-tingling true crime stories out there. Perfect for true crime fans who love gripping narratives and the bond between siblings. Subscribe now and join the conversation each week!

  1. 1d ago

    The CIA, MK-Ultra & the Death of Frank Olson

    In the middle of the night, a window shattered on the 13th floor of a Manhattan hotel. Moments later, government scientist Frank Olson was found dying on the sidewalk below. Authorities called it suicide. But Frank worked inside some of the most secretive programs in the United States government and in the days before his death, something had gone terribly wrong. It would take 22 years for his family to learn the first secret the government had kept from them. And once they did, they began questioning everything they had been told about Frank's death. Was this really a tragic suicide or was there another reason Frank Olson went through that window? This is the case of Frank Olson. Sources  John Marks, The Search for the Manchurian Candidate — ch. 5, full text. Source for the real Gottlieb and Ruwet quotes.National Security Archive — Vincent Ruwet's Dec. 1, 1953 statement on Olson's death.Frank Olson Project — James Starrs' exhumation memorandum. Backbone of the entire Scene Six autopsy material.Olson v. United States, 953 F. Supp. 2d 23 (D.D.C. 2013) — the actual court opinion, including Judge Boasberg's quote.A Study of Assassination — the declassified CIA manual, via The Black Vault.The Washington Post — 1994 exhumation coverage ("Digging for New Evidence," "Tests Contradict U.S. Story of Man's Suicide").The Baltimore Sun — 1994 exhumation coverage ("Study of Exhumed Body Hints at Homicide").CovertAction Magazine — "There's Something Rotten in Denmark," source for the Cournoyer/torture material.New York Review of Books — the Ignatieff/Leitenberg exchange on the biological-weapons motive.The New York Times — "Sidney Gottlieb, 80, Dies" (1999), source for the 174-day LSD dosing detail.

  2. 5d ago

    Three Theories, No Answers: The Disappearance of Phoenix Coldon

    Twenty-three-year-old Phoenix Coldon left her family’s home on a Sunday afternoon in December 2011 and never returned. Hours later, her Chevy Blazer was found abandoned across state lines in East St. Louis. Her purse, wallet, glasses and other belongings were still inside. But Phoenix was nowhere to be found. As her family searched for answers, they discovered a side of Phoenix’s life they never knew existed. Nearly fifteen years later, three major theories remain. Did Phoenix leave intentionally? Or was foul play involved?  This is the disappearance of Phoenix Coldon. Sources: Disappearance of Phoenix Coldon, WikipediaDeath of Stacey English, WikipediaPhoenix Lucille Coldon, The Charley ProjectMissing Phoenix: Coldon family asks UMSL community for help, UMSL DailyPolice in Atlanta and St. Louis Search for Missing Black Women, ABC NewsBody identified as missing Ga. woman Stacey English, CBS NewsMissing in America: Phoenix Coldon, NBC NewsPhoenix Coldon's mysterious disappearance perplexes retired officer in new doc, Fox NewsPhoenix Coldon: Cruel Hoax Costs Family Their Life Savings and Home, HuffPost via MadameNoirePhoenix's Mom Talks Heartbreak, TV OneThe Disappearance of Phoenix Coldon coverage, Oxygen (8 articles)

  3. Aug 5

    5000% SURE

    Six months into their marriage, Dalia Dippolito returned home from the gym to find police tape surrounding her townhouse and officers waiting with devastating news—her husband, Michael, had been murdered. This case dives into Mikes past and the lead up to the crime scene on August 5th, 2009 leaving you "five thousand percent sure" with what truly happened this summer day. This is the unbelievable true story of Michael and Dalia Dippolito.  SOURCES New Times — "Michael Dippolito Is No Saint" (2010) https://www.browardpalmbeach.com/news/dalia-dippolito-may-have-tried-to-kill-him-but-michael-dippolito-is-no-saint-6343534/New Times — Michael's police interview (2009) https://www.browardpalmbeach.com/news/michael-dippolito-police-interview-im-not-a-drug-dealer-i-never-was-6456301/CBS Miami — trial testimony (2011) https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/boynton-man-back-on-stand-in-murder-for-hire-trial/ABC 20/20 — case overview (2015) https://abcnews.com/US/hidden-cameras-reality-tv-inside-strange-case-wifes/story?id=35538983ABC 20/20 — first sentencing (2011) https://abcnews.com/2020/newlywed-dalia-dippolito-20-years-murder-sting/story?id=13866581ABC — mistrial (2016) https://abcnews.com/US/judge-declares-mistrial-dalia-dippolitos-murder-hire-retrial/story?id=44190614NBC/AP — final sentencing (2017) https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/ex-escort-dalia-dippolito-gets-16-years-trying-have-husband-n785621WFLX — appeal denied (2019) https://www.wflx.com/2019/03/13/court-denies-dalia-dippolitos-latest-appeal-overturn-her-conviction/WPTV — Shihadeh found dead (2021) https://www.wptv.com/news/state/dalia-dippolitos-former-lover-found-dead-police-sayCourt — conviction overturned (2014) https://law.justia.com/cases/florida/fourth-district-court-of-appeal/2014/4d11-2628.htmlCourt — conviction upheld (2019) https://law.justia.com/cases/florida/fourth-district-court-of-appeal/2019/17-2486-0.htmlCourt — federal petition (2023) https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/USCOURTS-flsd-9_23-cv-81027AP wire report and Boynton Beach PD arrest affidavit (August 2009)@crime-cracked https://youtu.be/wUGPnwzSnuM?is=Nq9fDMxJsa23aUkH

  4. Jul 30

    The Conviction Without Evidence

    A 17-year-old wakes up on the first day of his senior year to find both of his parents brutally attacked inside their own home. Hours later, police tell him his dying father identified him as the killer.  A confession, questionable police tactics, ignored evidence, and a case that will leave you wondering if anyone is ever telling the truth.  This is the story of the Tankleff family. Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C87Stc56CA0&t=1808s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdPv0BvlT1I&t=1s https://libn.com/2017/10/30/tankleff-case-heads-for-trial/

  5. Jul 22

    PART TWO: The Night Stalker

    The Night Stalker terrified California for over a year. But how was he finally caught? In this episode we follow the investigation step-by-step, discuss his childhood and criminal development, explain the evidence that led to his arrest, and of course, the final verdict. This is the reveal of The Night Stalker. Sources CBS News — "Richard Ramirez and the Night Stalker Murders" (cbsnews.com)History.com — coverage of the capture and manhunt (history.com)Gizmodo — retrospective on the AFIS fingerprint match (gizmodo.com)Biography.com — Richard Ramirez biography and background (biography.com)Grunge — "The Disturbing Story of Miguel Ramirez" and related coverage (grunge.com)Refinery29 — "A Detailed Timeline of Night Stalker Richard Ramirez' Crimes" (refinery29.com)Britannica — Richard Ramirez entry (britannica.com)Daily Beast — "The Tale of a Shoe, My Father, and the Night Stalker" (thedailybeast.com)Sportskeeda — coverage of lead investigators Salerno and Carrillo (sportskeeda.com)LAmag — coverage of the investigation and James Romero (lamag.com)Newsweek — investigation retrospective (newsweek.com)Crime+Investigation UK — case timeline (crimeandinvestigation.co.uk)Wikipedia — used for cross-referencing dates and case details

  6. Jul 16

    PART ONE: The 16-Month Killing Spree

    For sixteen months, someone moved through California under the cover of darkness, entering homes through unlocked windows and leaving behind scenes so brutal that investigators initially believed none of the crimes were connected. In Part One, we experience the case exactly as the victims, survivors, and detectives did—in real time. No suspect. No clear motive. Just a series of increasingly violent attacks that slowly reveal a terrifying pattern. This episode covers the first wave of attacks that would eventually become one of America's most infamous serial killer investigations. (Turn on notifications for Part Two that will be coming next week as we cover the investigation, identification, capture, trial, and the mistakes that finally brought the killer down.) Sources CBS News — "Richard Ramirez and the Night Stalker Murders" (cbsnews.com)E! Online — "Richard Ramirez and the Real American Horror Story Behind the Night Stalker Murders" (eonline.com)Refinery29 — "A Detailed Timeline of Night Stalker Richard Ramirez' Crimes" (refinery29.com)The Escapist — "The Bloody Trail and History of California's Night Stalker" (escapistmagazine.com)Vocal Media / Criminal — coverage of Netflix's "Night Stalker: The Hunt for a Serial Killer" (vocal.media)Deranged LA Crimes — "The Night Stalker: Epilogue" (derangedlacrimes.com)True Crime Zone — Richard Ramirez case profile (truecrimezone.com)Los Angeles Times — archival coverage of the Vincow and Mei Leung casesSan Francisco Chronicle — archival coverage of the Mei Leung DNA match, October 2009Wikipedia — Richard Ramirez case timeline, used for cross-referencing dates and ages

  7. Jul 8

    The Fatal Mistake - Andrés Escobar

    Everyone makes mistakes. Most people get another chance. In 1994, one man didn't. After one split-second mistake, Andrés Escobar became the target of national outrage, organized crime, and death threats. Five days later, he was gunned down in a parking lot. This is the unbelievable true story of Andrés Escobar. Sources: Wikipedia — Andrés EscobarBritannica — "Was Andrés Escobar Killed for Scoring an Own Goal?"A&E — "How Andrés Escobar Became 1 of Soccer's Darkest Stories"CBS News — "Suspect killed 32 years after Colombian soccer star Andres Escobar murdered"Grokipedia — Andrés EscobarKiddle — Andrés Escobar facts for kidsColombia Reports — "Colombia's 1994 World Cup"The Ringer — "Andrés Escobar, an Own Goal, and Tragedy at the 1994 World Cup"Vice — "How Colombia's 1994 World Cup Campaign Led To The Murder of Andres Escobar"Vice / These Football Times — "The Own Goal That Led to Murder"The Irish Times — "World Cup moments: Andrés Escobar's fatal own goal in 1994"The Bogotá Post — "Drug lord and prime suspect of footballer Andres Escobar's murder has been arrested"ColombiaOne — "30 Years Ago, Footballer Andres Escobar Was Assassinated in Medellin"NamuWiki — Andrés EscobarDaily Nation — "1994 Fifa World Cup, and fatal shooting of Colombia captain Andre Escobar that shocked the world"

  8. Jul 1

    Buried in Evidence - Leanne Tiernan

    One teenager disappears after making sure her friend gets home safely. For nine months, police have no body, no suspect, and almost no evidence. But that all changes in a moment. Unexpected specialist are pulled in to examine every little detail including pollen, insects, carpet fibers and more. In today's case, one of the most extraordinary forensic investigations ever assembled slowly uncovers a killer who thought he'd hidden every trace of his crime. This is the case of Leanne Tiernan BBC News Crime+Investigation UK  Yorkshire Post  Yorkshire Evening Post A Town and Country Murder (Season 3, Episode 8: "Leanne Tiernan")  Wikipedia (used for cross-referencing dates and publicly documented case information)

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Siblings in Crime is a weekly true crime podcast hosted by brother and sister duo, Blake Murphy and Ally Rossell.Join us as we dive into the darkest, most chilling crime stories from around the world. Whether it's unsolved mysteries, brutal murders, or bizarre disappearances, Siblings in Crime is your go-to podcast for captivating and thought-provoking true crime tales.Every week, we explore a new case, discussing details that will keep you on the edge of your seat. We mix humor with the macabre, offering a fresh approach to true crime storytelling. From historical criminal events to modern-day investigations, they explore both classic and contemporary cases that spark curiosity and discussion.Tune in to Siblings in Crime for compelling storytelling, intriguing criminal investigations, and a deep dive into some of the most spine-tingling true crime stories out there. Perfect for true crime fans who love gripping narratives and the bond between siblings. Subscribe now and join the conversation each week!

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  • Creator
    Ally Rossell and Blake Murphy
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    86
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Siblings in Crime
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