That's Disturbing - True Crime Podcast

Daphne King and Gayle King - True Crime Podcast Hosts

Conspiracy theories, real crime cases, and disturbing topics explored by Daphne and Gayle. From paranormal to murder, join us for chilling true crime stories.

  1. 6d ago

    The Texas Cadet Murder Part 2: The Twisted Love Triangle That Killed Adrianne Jones

    In Part Two of The Texas Cadet Killings, we pick up where we left off in the tragic murder of 16-year-old Adrianne Jones.For months, Adrianne’s murder remained unsolved. Then, in September 1996, two arrests would finally break the case wide open, and reveal a disturbing story of teenage love, jealousy, obsession, betrayal, and a deadly plan involving two young people who seemed to have incredibly bright futures ahead of them.In this episode, I'll take a closer look at David Graham and Diane Zamora, the relationship that brought them together, the shocking confession that began to unravel their secret, and how investigators finally connected them to Adrianne’s murder. We’ll follow the case through the arrests, the evidence, and the courtroom battles that would ultimately decide their futures.And you may notice things sound a little different around here. Gayle will be behind the mic on her own as we move into this next chapter of the podcast. The format may be changing a little, but the disturbing cases, strange stories, and deep dives you’ve come here for aren’t going anywhere.So settle in, and join Gayle for the conclusion of The Texas Cadet Killings: The Murder of Adrianne Jones.https://military-history.fandom.com/wiki/Diane_Zamorahttps://time.com/archive/6729648/schools-for-scandal/https://murderpedia.org/female.Z/z/zamora-diane.htm https://www.texasmonthly.com/true-crime/the-killer-cadets/https://people.com/crime/adrianne-jones-murder-5-things-know/

  2. Sep 23

    A Conversation with Chris Papst About Failure Factory

    The real cost of a broken education system.Our interview with investigative journalist and author Chris Papst explores his powerful book. Failure Factory: How Baltimore City Public Schools Deprive Taxpayers and Students of a Future. Chris shares what led him to investigate the Baltimore school system, the eye-opening findings from his research, and the real stories behind the data. We talk about the systemic issues, the human cost, and what it means for the students, families, and taxpayers of Baltimore and beyond.This is an important conversation about accountability, missed opportunities and the urgent need for change in public education.Just us for a thought provoking discussion with Chris Papst author of Failure Factory. https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/failure-factory-chris-papst/1148114701?ean=9798888193495

    A Conversation with Chris Papst About Failure Factory

  3. Sep 9

    The Texas Cadet Murder Part 1: The Twisted Love Triangle That Killed Adrianne Jones

    In Part 1 of our deep dive into the infamous Texas Cadet Murder, we begin with the life and tragic death of 16 year old Adrianne Jones, whose 1995 murder in Texas would eventually become one of the most shocking true crime cases of the decade.Who was Adrianne? What happened on the night she disappeared? And how did investigators begin piecing together a case that initially left more questions than answers?Join Gayle and Daphne as they break down the early timeline, the crime scene, the investigation, and the disturbing details surrounding Adrianne Jones’ murder—without revealing just how complicated this case is about to become.If you love true crime, unsolved mysteries, creepy stories, 1990s crime cases, Texas true crime, murder investigations, and shocking criminal cases, this is only the beginning.Also as usual ignore the sounds of the frenchies going crazy in the background, this may be their last studio appearance as it's really hard to remove all the breathing and jingling.https://people.com/crime/adrianne-jones-murder-5-things-know/https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/crime/crime-reporters-notebook/cadets-deadly-jealousy-leaves-texas-town-haunted-decades-later-adriane-jones-murder/287-18ddc879-60fc-47a0-8342-99a937955a27https://www.texasmonthly.com/true-crime/the-killer-cadets/

  4. Aug 26

    Dorothy Stratten: Playboy Playmate Murder, Obsession & a Hollywood Tragedy | True Crime

    Dorothy Stratten had everything Hollywood promised: beauty, fame, a Playboy Playmate of the Year title, and a career that seemed ready to explode. But behind the glamorous photoshoots and rising celebrity was a relationship marked by jealousy, control, and obsession.In this episode of That’s Disturbing, Daphne and Gayle dive into the true crime story of Dorothy Stratten, her rapid rise from a small-town teenager to Playboy star, her relationship with Paul Snider, and the horrifying events that led to her murder at just 20 years old.We’re talking Hollywood ambition, possessiveness, fame, manipulation, and one of the most tragic celebrity murder cases of the 1980s. If you love true crime, creepy stories, Hollywood scandals, and disturbing real-life cases, this is one you won’t forget. And as a bonus, some very opinionated four-legged co-hosts joined us for this one—so please enjoy the occasional snorts, shakes, and aggressive parkouring of Alex, Groot, and Peaches in the background. Apparently, silence was not in their contracts.https://www.britannica.com/biography/Peter-Bogdanovich#ref1185533https://globalnews.ca/news/7273712/dorothy-stratten-murder-40-years/https://www.factinate.com/people/facts-dorothy-strattenhttp://www.teresacarpenter.com/voice_playmate.pdfThe Playboy Murders S2 E5: “Falling Star”https://murderpedia.org/male.S/s/snider-paul-leslie.htmhttps://allthatsinteresting.com/paul-snider#:~:text=The%20Early%20Years%20Of%20Paul%20Snider%2C%20The%20%E2%80%9CJewish%20Pimp%E2%80%9D&text=Snider%20grew%20up%20in%20Vancouver's,so%20he%20started%20working%20out.https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/story/dorothy-stratten-hollywood-horror-story?srsltid=AfmBOoqqkILjPAB3osVvCbcHN2m2eJkzyH9MeWQdVU6pCFOXiaYV42Vl

  5. Aug 20

    James Dean’s Little Bastard: The Cursed Car That Became a Hollywood Legend

    In this episode of That’s Disturbing, Daphne and Gayle are diving into James Dean’s infamous Porsche 550 Spyder, better known as Little Bastard, and the seriously creepy legend that followed it after Dean’s fatal crash in 1955.So buckle up, because this one has Hollywood, tragedy, a possibly cursed car, and just enough weirdness to make you never look at a vintage Porsche the same way again.And apparently Little Bastard wasn’t the only thing feeling cursed this episode, Gayle’s mic and mic stand decided they wanted in on the action too, so apologies for the occasional bumps, bangs, and paranormal-level audio chaos.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Deanhttps://www.hagerty.co.uk/articles/the-curse-of-james-deans-little-bastard-porsche-550-spyder/https://www.e3sparkplugs.com/blogs/news/mystery-of-james-deans-long-missing-porsche-spyder-solvedhttps://www.grunge.com/449984/how-james-dean-predicted-his-death/

  6. Aug 12

    Behind The Boy With Wings: A Conversation with Mark Mustian

    In this episode of That’s Disturbing, Daphne and Gayle sit down with author Mark Mustian to talk about his novel The Boy With Wings. A story that blends history, memory, mystery, and the darker corners of human experience.Mark takes us behind the inspiration for the book, the real history woven throughout the story, and the characters and ideas that brought it to life. We also talk about the strange and unsettling elements that make The Boy With Wings such a compelling read for anyone who loves creepy stories, historical fiction and unforgettable storytelling.Plus, Mark shares more about his other books, his writing career, and his work with the Word of the South Fesitval, bringing together authors, musicians, and storytellers in a celebration of the arts.https://www.amazon.com › Boy-Wings-Mark-Mustian

  7. Aug 5

    “I Have You”: The Unsolved Murder of Dorothy Jane Scott

    For months, Dorothy Jane Scott received terrifying phone calls from an unidentified stalker who seemed to know her every move. Then, on May 28, 1980, Dorothy vanished from a hospital parking lot while helping a sick coworker, and her abandoned car was later found burning nearby.Years after her disappearance, Dorothy’s remains were discovered, but her killer was never identified. Even more disturbing, the mysterious caller continued contacting her family after she vanished.In this episode of That’s Disturbing, we explore the unsolved murder of Dorothy Jane Scott, the chilling stalking campaign that preceded her death, the haunting phone calls, and the unanswered questions surrounding one of California’s creepiest true crime cases. This true-crime case combines an unsolved murder, obsessive stalking, strange mysteries, and the kind of creepy details that feel pulled straight from a horror movie, and not in the fun Ghost Face way. https://medium.com/@jennbaxter_69070/abducted-killed-by-a-stalker-the-unsolved-murder-of-dorothy-scott-a00e7ef22228https://forensictales.com/dorothy-jane-scott-murder/https://www.ocsheriff.gov/page/may-1980-dorothy-jane-scotthttps://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=1298&dat=19840820&id=PuVLAAAAIBAJ&sjid=TosDAAAAIBAJ&pg=3792,2107697&hl=enhttp://truecrimediary.com/index.cfm?page=cases&id=191 https://www.reddit.com/r/UnresolvedMysteries/comments/4gk0y1/the_1980_disappearance_and_murder_of_dorothy_jane/https://thoughtcatalog.com/jordan-windnagle/2020/04/an-unknown-caller-stalked-her-for-months-then-got-away-with-murder-the-haunting-case-of-dorothy-scott/https://www.reddit.com/r/WithoutATrace/comments/12sc9p7/the_misunderstood_case_of_dorothy_jane_scott/https://medium.com/tftunderworld/shadow-of-fear-the-relentless-stalking-and-unsolved-murder-of-dorothy-jane-scott-a98b49016eb1https://websleuths.com/threads/ca-dorothy-scott-32-anaheim-27-may-1980.40964/page-4

  8. Jul 29

    The Great Dick and the Dysfunctional Demon: Interview with the Man Behind the Madness

    In this episode, we sit down with author Barry Maher to discuss his wildly original book, The Great Dick and the Dysfunctional Demon. We dive into the strange mysteries, dysfunctional characters, dark humor, and unexpected chaos behind the story we get the inside scoop on what inspired Barry to create a world that is equal parts bizarre, clever, and completely unforgettable.From demonic disasters to deeply flawed humans, this interview is packed with creepy stories, sharp wit, and plenty of moments that left us wondering what the hell we had just heard, in the best possible way. It’s 1982. Steve Witowski, a failed songwriter on the run from the law, finds himself caught in a supernatural thriller after an apparently innocent act of heroism—saving a woman from a vicious assault by a seemingly unstoppable wino. The woman, Victoria, is just part of a mystery Steve can’t unravel. Even as he’s looting the decomposing dead for the secrets of a self-proclaimed sorcerer. Even as he plummets into a nightmare of fire and blood and murder. Even then, Steve remains certain the sorcerer’s spells, the occult rituals—the supposed demons and supernatural horror—are simply delusion and fantasy. Steve is wrong.Victoria, who has just bought a dilapidated church with a haunting past, entangles Steve in a deadly game of dark magic and rituals. As,unknown to him, the demon grows desperate, Steve plunges deeper into a world of crypts, grave robbing, and long-forgotten secrets, all while trying to escape his own haunted past. But when the face of the man Steve killed appears on his arm, the line between reality and nightmare begins to blur.This supernatural novel will leave you on the edge of your seat, with wickedly funny dark humor and, ultimately, pulse-pounding suspense, as Steve and Victoria navigate a twisted adventure full of occult horror, supernatural suspense, and shocking revelations.https://www.amazon.com/Great-Dick-Dysfunctional-Demon/dp/1968532137

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