Unlawful Acts

Network One Digital

Every story has two sides — the version we hear, and the version buried beneath the surface. Unlawful Acts is a weekly true crime podcast hosted by Susan Davis and Jocelyn Frankhuizen, delivering gripping, condensed storytelling that dives deep into some of history’s most fascinating criminal cases. From elusive serial killers and unsolved disappearances to organized crime, corruption, and decades-old mysteries, each episode peels back the layers to uncover truths often left untold. But this isn’t just about the crimes — it’s about the people. The families who never stopped searching. The detectives who chased justice across years and continents. The hidden patterns and overlooked clues hiding in plain sight. With sharp analysis, compelling narrative, and a passion for uncovering what others miss, Susan and Jocelyn explore not just what happened — but why. If you’re fascinated by criminal psychology, drawn to detail, and want the full story without the filler, Unlawful Acts invites you to dig deeper and discover what they didn’t want you to know. New episodes weekly.

  1. 4d ago

    Simon Leviev: The Tinder Swindler Who Faked Everything

    Simon Leviev convinced women around the world that he was the billionaire heir to a diamond empire. Private jets, luxury hotels, designer clothes, security teams, and seemingly unlimited wealth helped create the perfect illusion—but almost everything was fake. In this episode of Unlawful Acts, Connie and Jocelyn break down the extraordinary rise of the man known as the Tinder Swindler. They explore how Simon Leviev gained his victims' trust, built a carefully crafted lifestyle of deception, and persuaded women to send him hundreds of thousands of dollars while staying one step ahead of authorities. From fake identities and fabricated emergencies to international investigations and the Netflix documentary that made his story famous, this episode examines one of the most sophisticated romance fraud schemes in recent history—and the warning signs that were hidden in plain sight. Everyone lies. The evidence doesn't. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. 4d ago

    Introducing the Jordan Harbinger Show

    In this brief segment, we recommend The Jordan Harbinger Show. Jordan has some amazing guests on his show, and he has a gift for making complex ideas accessible. We have become regular listeners, and hope you check it out too.

    Introducing the Jordan Harbinger Show

  3. Jul 30

    Randy Kraft: The Scorecard Killer

    A routine traffic stop became one of the most disturbing serial killer investigations in American history. When police pulled over Randy Kraft in 1983, they weren't looking for a serial killer. But what they discovered inside his car would unravel a decade of brutal murders and expose a cryptic "scorecard" believed to document dozens of victims. Known today as The Scorecard Killer, Kraft is suspected of murdering more than 60 young men across California, Oregon, and Michigan. Many of his victims remained unidentified for years, leaving investigators to piece together one of the most complex serial murder cases in U.S. history. In this episode of Unlawful Acts, Connie and Jocelyn examine the evidence, the investigation, and the disturbing clues that helped expose one of America's most calculating serial killers. In this episode: The traffic stop that changed everything Who was Randy Kraft? The mysterious "scorecard" How investigators linked the murders The victims and the evidence The trial and conviction Unanswered questions that remain today Every crime has a story—but not every story gets told accurately. Hosted by Connie and Jocelyn, Unlawful Acts explores some of history's most notorious criminal cases through evidence, investigative records, and the people behind the headlines. From serial killers and organized crime to kidnappings, corruption, and unsolved mysteries, each episode separates fact from fiction. Everyone lies. The evidence doesn't. Subscribe to Unlawful Acts for new episodes every week. About Unlawful Acts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. Jul 23

    The Toolbox Killers: The True Story of Lawrence Bittaker & Roy Norris

    In the late 1970s, two men traveled the highways of Southern California in a battered van they called the "Murder Mac." To those who crossed their path, Lawrence Bittaker and Roy Norris appeared unremarkable. In reality, they were responsible for one of the most infamous serial murder cases in American history. Known as the Toolbox Killers, Bittaker and Norris targeted teenage girls, carrying out a series of calculated abductions and murders that shocked investigators and forever changed the detectives who worked the case. The evidence uncovered inside their van—and the testimony that followed—revealed crimes so disturbing they continue to be studied decades later. In this episode of Unlawful Acts, Connie and Jocelyn examine the complete case, from how the two men met and planned their crimes to the investigation that ultimately brought them to justice. Along the way, they explore the evidence, the courtroom proceedings, and the lasting impact this case has had on law enforcement, criminal investigations, and the victims' families. Unlawful Acts is a weekly true crime podcast that goes beyond the headlines, exploring the people, evidence, and investigations behind some of history's most notorious criminal cases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. Jul 16

    Amil Dinsio, Jimmy Hoffa & the California Vault Heist | America's Boldest Bank Robbery

    What do Amil Dinsio, Jimmy Hoffa, Richard Nixon, and one of the most audacious bank vault burglaries in American history have in common? In this episode of Unlawful Acts, Connie and Jocelyn examine the remarkable California vault heist that stunned investigators in 1972. While America was consumed by the Nixon administration, political turmoil, and the growing influence of organized crime, a crew of professional thieves quietly carried out one of the most sophisticated bank burglaries ever attempted. Authorities soon focused on Amil Dinsio, a legendary bank burglar whose reputation for planning impossible vault jobs made him one of the FBI's most notorious fugitives. As investigators followed the evidence, rumors of organized crime involvement fueled speculation during an era when Jimmy Hoffa, the Mafia, and political corruption dominated headlines. Together, they explore the planning, execution, investigation, and lasting legacy of the heist while separating documented facts from decades of myth. If you enjoy true crime, criminal history, organized crime, FBI investigations, famous robberies, and deep dives into America's most fascinating criminal cases, subscribe to Unlawful Acts for new episodes every week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. Jul 9

    The Briley Brothers: Richmond's Deadly Family of Serial Killers

    The summer of 1979 turned Richmond, Virginia into a city living in fear. What began as isolated acts of violence quickly escalated into one of the most brutal murder sprees in American history. The killers weren't strangers or drifters—they were brothers. Linwood, James "J.B.," and Anthony Briley hunted victims across Richmond with a level of violence that shocked investigators and terrified an entire community. By the time authorities finally stopped them, dozens of lives had been shattered, and the true number of victims remains part of the case's lasting legacy. In this episode of Unlawful Acts, we examine the rise of the Briley Brothers, the fear that spread throughout Richmond, the investigation that brought them down, and the shocking death row escape that cemented their place in true crime history. Everyone lies. The evidence doesn't. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. Jul 2

    The Railroad Killer: The True Story of Ángel Reséndiz

    For years, freight trains carried one of America's most terrifying serial killers from state to state without anyone realizing it. Known as The Railroad Killer, Ángel Maturino Reséndiz used the nation's rail system to move undetected, committing brutal murders across Texas, Kentucky, Florida, Illinois, and beyond. Living off the rails and operating under multiple aliases, he evaded authorities for years while leaving behind a trail of victims and unanswered questions. Investigators struggled to connect crimes occurring hundreds of miles apart until a nationwide manhunt finally revealed the truth. In this episode of Unlawful Acts, Connie and Jocelyn examine the life, crimes, and psychology of one of the most prolific serial killers in modern American history. From the attack that left survivor Holly Dunn alive to tell her story, to the FBI's pursuit and Reséndiz's eventual surrender, this is the complete story of the man who turned America's railways into his escape route. Subscribe for new episodes every Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. Jun 25

    When Divorce Turned Deadly: The Michael McKee Case

    What happens when a relationship ends, but one person refuses to let go? In this episode of Unlawful Acts, we examine the case of Michael David McKee and the murder of his ex-wife, Amy McKee. What began as a troubled relationship eventually escalated into a tragedy that left a family devastated and investigators searching for answers. Through witness testimony, forensic evidence, and courtroom proceedings, prosecutors pieced together a case they believed was fueled by resentment, control, and an inability to accept the end of a marriage. As detectives unraveled the timeline, a disturbing picture emerged of the events leading up to the killing and the aftermath that followed. Join us as we break down the investigation, the evidence, the trial, and the pursuit of justice in a case that shocked everyone involved. This is Unlawful Acts. Everyone Lies. The Evidence Doesn't. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Every story has two sides — the version we hear, and the version buried beneath the surface. Unlawful Acts is a weekly true crime podcast hosted by Susan Davis and Jocelyn Frankhuizen, delivering gripping, condensed storytelling that dives deep into some of history’s most fascinating criminal cases. From elusive serial killers and unsolved disappearances to organized crime, corruption, and decades-old mysteries, each episode peels back the layers to uncover truths often left untold. But this isn’t just about the crimes — it’s about the people. The families who never stopped searching. The detectives who chased justice across years and continents. The hidden patterns and overlooked clues hiding in plain sight. With sharp analysis, compelling narrative, and a passion for uncovering what others miss, Susan and Jocelyn explore not just what happened — but why. If you’re fascinated by criminal psychology, drawn to detail, and want the full story without the filler, Unlawful Acts invites you to dig deeper and discover what they didn’t want you to know. New episodes weekly.

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  • Creator
    Network One Digital
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    57
  • Copyright
    © All Rights Reserved 2026

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