Criminal Mischief

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The Murder Chronicles is now CRIMINAL MISCHIEF with Carolyn and Branden. From the creative team that brought you The Shadow Girls and The Devil Within, hosts Carolyn Ossorio and Branden Morgan team up to give you a double dose of true crime each and every week. First, Carolyn trains her investigative eye on the darkest corners of the human condition to bring you a weekly story that is terrifying and intriguing with the type of access that only a veteran journalist could achieve. Then Carolyn is joined by Branden for a weekly bonus episode to have a lively (and less professional…) discussion about the case. Criminal Mischief is sure to be your new true crime obsession. Go ahead… scratch the itch.

  1. 2D AGO ·  BONUS

    E|181 Hollywood: Part Six — Greed (Bonus)

    🎧 Criminal Mischief Hollywood: Part Six — Greed The story continues… and the stakes get higher. In Part Six of our series on Seattle’s most elusive bank robber—known only as Hollywood—the operation doesn’t just continue. It evolves. 💰 The Escalation What began as a bold first hit has now stretched into a three-year run. And with time comes confidence.
With confidence… comes risk. Hollywood isn’t just robbing banks anymore. He’s refining the system: • New members brought into the crew • Roles becoming more defined • Execution becoming faster… cleaner… more ambitious And then comes the shift. 🏦 From Drawers to Vaults At some point, the teller drawers stop being enough. Too small. Too predictable. So Hollywood makes a decision: 👉 Skip the front lines
👉 Go straight for the vault It’s a move that changes everything. Higher reward. Higher exposure. No margin for error. 🧠 The Pattern Beneath the Chaos On the surface, Hollywood looks erratic. • Different neighborhoods • Sometimes the same bank—two, even three times • No obvious geographic logic But chaos has a limit. Because eventually… money leaves a trail. And investigators start to notice something subtle—but critical: 👉 His spending habits Not flashy. Not reckless. But consistent enough to form a pattern. And that pattern? It begins to suggest when—and where—he might strike next. ⚠️ The Turning Point This is where it shifts. Because once law enforcement moves from reaction… to prediction… The clock starts ticking. Not just on the next robbery. But on Hollywood himself. 🔜 What’s Next As the net tightens, the question isn’t whether Hollywood will strike again. It’s whether he can stop himself. 🎧 Listen & Follow 👉 Follow Criminal Mischief wherever you get your podcasts
📺 Watch on the Evio Creative YouTube Channel Because in the end… It’s not the first score that gets you caught. It’s the one you didn’t need to make. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    35 min

  2. 2D AGO

    E|181 Hollywood: Part Six - Greed

    🎧 Criminal Mischief Hollywood: Part Six — Greed The story continues… and the stakes get higher. In Part Six of our series on Seattle’s most elusive bank robber—known only as Hollywood—the operation doesn’t just continue. It evolves. 💰 The Escalation What began as a bold first hit has now stretched into a three-year run. And with time comes confidence.
With confidence… comes risk. Hollywood isn’t just robbing banks anymore. He’s refining the system: • New members brought into the crew • Roles becoming more defined • Execution becoming faster… cleaner… more ambitious And then comes the shift. 🏦 From Drawers to Vaults At some point, the teller drawers stop being enough. Too small. Too predictable. So Hollywood makes a decision: 👉 Skip the front lines
👉 Go straight for the vault It’s a move that changes everything. Higher reward. Higher exposure. No margin for error. 🧠 The Pattern Beneath the Chaos On the surface, Hollywood looks erratic. • Different neighborhoods • Sometimes the same bank—two, even three times • No obvious geographic logic But chaos has a limit. Because eventually… money leaves a trail. And investigators start to notice something subtle—but critical: 👉 His spending habits Not flashy. Not reckless. But consistent enough to form a pattern. And that pattern? It begins to suggest when—and where—he might strike next. ⚠️ The Turning Point This is where it shifts. Because once law enforcement moves from reaction… to prediction… The clock starts ticking. Not just on the next robbery. But on Hollywood himself. 🔜 What’s Next As the net tightens, the question isn’t whether Hollywood will strike again. It’s whether he can stop himself. 🎧 Listen & Follow 👉 Follow Criminal Mischief wherever you get your podcasts
📺 Watch on the Evio Creative YouTube Channel Because in the end… It’s not the first score that gets you caught. It’s the one you didn’t need to make. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    45 min

  3. APR 28 ·  BONUS

    E|180 Hollywood - Part Five: Whetted Appetite (Bonus)

    🎙️ Criminal Mischief Episode 5: Whetted Appetite The first robbery. The first rush. The beginning of something far bigger than anyone realized. In 1992, Seattle was booming. Money was everywhere—tech money, retail money, cash moving faster than the city could keep up. And into that chaos stepped a man who would soon become a legend. They would call him Hollywood. But in this episode, he isn’t a legend yet.
He’s just a man walking into a bank… for the very first time. 💰 The Job That Started It All On a quiet day in 1992, Hollywood and a single accomplice execute their first robbery—a Seafirst Bank in Seattle. No theatrics. No mythology. Just a plan… and the nerve to follow through. They walk out with roughly $20,000 in cash—and more importantly, something far more dangerous: Confidence. Because the truth is, the robbery works too well.
No one gets hurt.
No one stops them.
And they disappear without a trace. That first clean getaway would ignite a spree that would eventually span nearly 20 robberies and more than $2 million stolen across the Pacific Northwest But in this moment?
It’s just the beginning. 🎭 Becoming “Hollywood” This episode explores how a single successful robbery transforms a man into a persona. Before the disguises became legendary…
Before the FBI gave him a name…
Before the mythology took hold… There was this job. We examine how Hollywood begins to understand the psychology of fear, control, and performance—less a criminal, more a director staging a scene. Because from this point forward, every robbery would become more elaborate… more theatrical… and far more dangerous. 🧠 Inside the Mind of a First-Time Bank Robber Carolyn speaks with a retired FBI agent who breaks down what law enforcement looks for in a first-time offender—and why Hollywood immediately stood out. • The precision of the timing • The control inside the bank • The absence of panic These weren’t beginner mistakes.
This was something else. Something practiced. Something deliberate. As one investigator would later suggest, this wasn’t luck—this was the start of a system. 👁️ The Teller Who Was There For the first time in this series, we hear from a bank teller who witnessed the robbery firsthand. What did Hollywood say?
How did he move?
What did it feel like to be on the other side of the counter? The answers are quieter—and more unsettling—than you might expect. Because what stands out isn’t chaos.
It’s control. 🔥 The Appetite Is Born This episode isn’t about the biggest score. It’s about the moment something clicks. The moment a line is crossed…
and instead of fear, there’s exhilaration. Within months of this first robbery, Hollywood would escalate—hitting multiple banks in rapid succession and refining the method that would make him one of the most prolific robbers in U.S. history But here, in Episode 5, you hear the spark. 🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode • How Hollywood planned and executed his first bank robbery • Why that initial success changed everything • The early indicators that caught the attention of the FBI • What it’s like to experience a robbery from inside the bank • How a single decision turned into a multi-year crime spree 📌 Why This Episode Matters Every criminal story has a turning point. This is his. Because before the disguises…
before the headlines…
before the manhunt… There was a single robbery. And it worked. 🔔 Follow, Rate & Review If you’re following the Hollywood series, this is where everything shifts. Be sure to follow Criminal Mischief so you don’t miss what comes next—because the robberies are about to get bigger… and far more brazen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    32 min

  4. APR 28

    E|180 Hollywood - Part Five: Whetted Appetite

    🎙️ Criminal MischiefEpisode E|180: Whetted Appetite The first robbery. The first rush. The beginning of something far bigger than anyone realized. In 1992, Seattle was booming. Money was everywhere—tech money, retail money, cash moving faster than the city could keep up. And into that chaos stepped a man who would soon become a legend. They would call him Hollywood. But in this episode, he isn’t a legend yet. He’s just a man walking into a bank… for the very first time. On a quiet day in 1992, Hollywood and a single accomplice execute their first robbery—a Seafirst Bank in Seattle. No theatrics. No mythology. Just a plan… and the nerve to follow through. They walk out with roughly $20,000 in cash—and more importantly, something far more dangerous: Confidence. Because the truth is, the robbery works too well. No one gets hurt. No one stops them. And they disappear without a trace. That first clean getaway would ignite a spree that would eventually span nearly 20 robberies and more than $2 million stolen across the Pacific Northwest But in this moment? It’s just the beginning. This episode explores how a single successful robbery transforms a man into a persona. Before the disguises became legendary… Before the FBI gave him a name… Before the mythology took hold… There was this job. We examine how Hollywood begins to understand the psychology of fear, control, and performance—less a criminal, more a director staging a scene. Because from this point forward, every robbery would become more elaborate… more theatrical… and far more dangerous. Carolyn speaks with a retired FBI agent who breaks down what law enforcement looks for in a first-time offender—and why Hollywood immediately stood out. The precision of the timing The control inside the bank The absence of panic These weren’t beginner mistakes. This was something else. Something practiced. Something deliberate. As one investigator would later suggest, this wasn’t luck—this was the start of a system. For the first time in this series, we hear from a bank teller who witnessed the robbery firsthand. What did Hollywood say? How did he move? What did it feel like to be on the other side of the counter? The answers are quieter—and more unsettling—than you might expect. Because what stands out isn’t chaos. It’s control. This episode isn’t about the biggest score. It’s about the moment something clicks. The moment a line is crossed… and instead of fear, there’s exhilaration. Within months of this first robbery, Hollywood would escalate—hitting multiple banks in rapid succession and refining the method that would make him one of the most prolific robbers in U.S. history But here, in Episode 5, you hear the spark. How Hollywood planned and executed his first bank robbery Why that initial success changed everything The early indicators that caught the attention of the FBI What it’s like to experience a robbery from inside the bank How a single decision turned into a multi-year crime spree Every criminal story has a turning point. This is his. Because before the disguises… before the headlines… before the manhunt… There was a single robbery. And it worked. If you’re following the Hollywood series, this is where everything shifts. Be sure to follow Criminal Mischief so you don’t miss what comes next—because the robberies are about to get bigger… and far more brazen. 💰 The Job That Started It All🎭 Becoming “Hollywood”🧠 Inside the Mind of a First-Time Bank Robber👁️ The Teller Who Was There🔥 The Appetite Is Born🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode📌 Why This Episode Matters🔔 Follow, Rate & Review Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    32 min

  5. TRAILER

    Introducing: THE SLIPPERY

    THE SLIPPERY The con artists think they're untouchable. The fraudsters believe their schemes are foolproof. The scammers assume they'll never be caught. They're all dead wrong. Welcome to The Slippery, where the most audacious scammers, mind-bending scandals, and elaborate schemes meet their match. Hosted by Nancy Moscatiello and Scott Eldridge—the investigative duo behind the explosive hit "Scamanda" podcast and acclaimed documentary series—this true crime podcast takes you inside the twisted minds of master manipulators and the devastating aftermath they leave behind. Every case gets the deep-dive treatment across two episodes that reveal every angle of deception: THE SLIPPERY: Nancy and Scott dissect each case from first lie to final reckoning, with one host pitching why this story deserves the Hollywood treatment—documentary series, limited series, or feature film. THE SLIPPERY DEBRIEF: Raw, unscripted conversations with special guests who lived these schemes firsthand—victims, investigators, journalists, and insiders sharing revelations that never made official reports. From elaborate Ponzi schemes to fake cancer fundraisers, from romance scams to corporate fraud, The Slippery exposes the schemes that prove truth is more shocking than any fiction Hollywood could create. Because when it comes to deception, everyone thinks they're too smart to fall for it. Until they do. New episodes every week. Subscribe now and prepare to question everything you thought you knew about trust, manipulation, and the art of the con. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    7 min

  6. APR 14 ·  BONUS

    E|179 Hollywood - Part Four (Bonus)

    E|179 Hollywood - Part Four: The Point of No Return In this episode, Carolyn Ossorio continues her deep dive into “Hollywood,” the elusive Seattle-based bank robber who captured headlines in the early 1990s — and somehow blurred the line between criminal and cultural myth. This time, the story takes an unexpected turn. Carolyn sits down with W. Peter Iliff, the writer behind Point Break — the iconic film that, for many, became the definitive portrayal of charismatic, thrill-seeking bank robbers. The question is unavoidable: Did Hollywood influence the myth… or did the myth influence Hollywood? As Iliff reflects on the origins of Point Break, the conversation reveals just how much real-world crime, media coverage, and public fascination feed into the stories we tell — and how those stories, in turn, reshape reality. Meanwhile, Carolyn continues to unravel the truth behind “Hollywood” — a figure who, despite never giving the money away, somehow earned comparisons to a modern-day Robin Hood. Perception vs. reality.Story vs. truth.Myth vs. man. And somewhere in the middle… a bank robber who understood exactly how to control the narrative. 🔗 Stay Connected • Follow Criminal Mischief wherever you listen • Watch full episodes on YouTube • Join the conversation and share your theories • Rate & review the show — it helps more than you think Because sometimes the most dangerous thing about a criminal…is the story people want to believe about them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    31 min

  7. APR 14

    E|179 Hollywood - Part Four: The Point of No Return

    🎧 Criminal Mischief with Carolyn Ossorio — Hollywood, Part [X]: Reel vs. Real In this episode, Carolyn Ossorio continues her deep dive into “Hollywood,” the elusive Seattle-based bank robber who captured headlines in the early 1990s — and somehow blurred the line between criminal and cultural myth. This time, the story takes an unexpected turn. Carolyn sits down with W. Peter Iliff, the writer behind Point Break — the iconic film that, for many, became the definitive portrayal of charismatic, thrill-seeking bank robbers. The question is unavoidable: Did Hollywood influence the myth… or did the myth influence Hollywood? As Iliff reflects on the origins of Point Break, the conversation reveals just how much real-world crime, media coverage, and public fascination feed into the stories we tell — and how those stories, in turn, reshape reality. Meanwhile, Carolyn continues to unravel the truth behind “Hollywood” — a figure who, despite never giving the money away, somehow earned comparisons to a modern-day Robin Hood. Perception vs. reality.
Story vs. truth.
Myth vs. man. And somewhere in the middle… a bank robber who understood exactly how to control the narrative. 🔗 Stay Connected • Follow Criminal Mischief wherever you listen • Watch full episodes on YouTube • Join the conversation and share your theories • Rate & review the show — it helps more than you think Because sometimes the most dangerous thing about a criminal…
is the story people want to believe about them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    44 min

  8. APR 7 ·  BONUS

    E|178 Hollywood — Part Three: The Tipping Point (Bonus)

    🎧 Criminal Mischief Hollywood — Part Three: The Tipping Point Seattle, early 1990s. A city on the verge of explosion. Not just crime… but culture. Because while one man was perfecting the art of the bank heist— An entire sound was redefining a generation. 🎸 In This Episode: • The rise of Seattle’s grunge scene and its raw, unfiltered energy • The parallel ascent of Hollywood—living louder, riskier, and closer to the edge • Interviews with music industry insiders from the era, including executives tied to the indie label that first signed Nirvana • How a city’s cultural explosion can blur the line between rebellion and recklessness 🌆 A City in Transition Seattle wasn’t just changing—it was erupting. Music, attitude, identity. Everything felt possible. And for Hollywood, that meant one thing: 👉 Go bigger. 💰 The Escalation The robberies become more ambitious.The lifestyle more visible.The myth more dangerous. Because at some point, the performance stops being controlled— And starts taking over. 🤠 Bloodlines Carolyn also traces a fascinating thread through history: Hollywood’s connection to the American frontier through his great-uncle, Doc Scurlock. A man who rode alongside Billy the Kid. Outlaws separated by more than a century— But connected by something harder to define. Risk.Reputation.A willingness to live outside the rules. 🧠 The Collision Grunge wasn’t polished.It wasn’t safe. It was honest. And in that environment, Hollywood didn’t just exist— 👉 He fit. But as the music rose… so did the stakes. 🎯 The Takeaway Every story has a moment where everything accelerates. Where identity becomes momentum. And momentum becomes something you can’t control. This is that moment. 🎙️ Follow & Stay Connected Follow Criminal Mischief on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and subscribe on YouTube for full episodes and exclusive content. 📱 Socials • Instagram: @thedevilwithinpod • Instagram: @idesofaprilpod • Instagram: @taboo_treasures • YouTube: Evio Creative Network • Website: eviocreative.com 🚨 Network Call to Action Explore the full Evio Creative Network: 🎧 The Devil Within — where folklore meets documented reality🏛️ The Ides of April — history’s most pivotal moments🎤 Finding Me with Josh Wolf — daily growth, in real time🕯️ Taboo Treasures — the dark stories behind rare artifacts 👉 Follow, subscribe, and share your favorite episodes. 🔥 Final CTA If this story pulled you in—share it. Because the most dangerous turning points… Are the ones you don’t realize you’ve crossed until it’s too late. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    33 min
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The Murder Chronicles is now CRIMINAL MISCHIEF with Carolyn and Branden. From the creative team that brought you The Shadow Girls and The Devil Within, hosts Carolyn Ossorio and Branden Morgan team up to give you a double dose of true crime each and every week. First, Carolyn trains her investigative eye on the darkest corners of the human condition to bring you a weekly story that is terrifying and intriguing with the type of access that only a veteran journalist could achieve. Then Carolyn is joined by Branden for a weekly bonus episode to have a lively (and less professional…) discussion about the case. Criminal Mischief is sure to be your new true crime obsession. Go ahead… scratch the itch.

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    2022 - 2026
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