Severed | True Crime Podcast

Rogue Media Network

Severed is a podcast that explores true crime and paranormal cases with a concise format and in-depth analysis. Severed Strange Stories is a commentary-only spinoff show that covers strange stories from the digital dumpsters of drama and trashy news stories for your commute.

  1. 5d ago ·  Bonus

    Severed Second Cut: Racquetball Romance

    We discuss the scintillating details of ex-porn star-turned-racquetball instructor Robert Baker and his affair with Monica Sementilli, the wife of renowned hairstylist Fabio Sementilli, that led to his murder. We unravel the scandalous details of their 18-month affair, sexually charged jailhouse letters, and this obsessive desire to murder in the name of love and a potential $1.6 million life insurance policy.  CW | TW: This episode discusses some salacious details about an extramarital affair, lewd and lascivious behavior, and murder. It’s what you would call Monday here at the Severed Bordello. Listener discretion is advised. Email: severedpodcast@gmail.com Website: severedpodcast.com Instagram: @severed_podcast Tik Tok: @severedpodcast Hosts: Harry Chambers + Drew Hudson Logo Art: Drew Hudson Theme Song Composer | Podcast Editor: Harry Chambers Show Concept | Researcher | Lead Writer: Drew Hudson Available on all podcast platforms, including Rogue Media Network and Radio Garden State Sources KCAL News: Police Say Wife of Icon Hairstylist Fabio Sementilli Behind Bars For His Murder Article: “A Husband Murdered, a Wife and Her Lover Arrested: Inside the Fabio Sementilli Case” by Christine Pelisek (People) Article: “Betrayal Turns Deadly: The Killing of a Celebrity Hair Stylist” by Erin Murtha et al. (ABC News) Article: “Monica Sementilli Says She Did Not Help Plan the Murder of Her L.A. Beauty Exec Husband. Will a Jury Believe Her?” by Michelle Miller (CBS News) Article: “Convicted Killer Robert Baker Says His Ex-Lover Monica Sementilli Had No Part in the Murder of Her Husband Fabio” by Greg Fisher (CBS News) Article: “Monica Sementilli and Robert Baker Jail Love Affair Reveals Evidence of Murder Conspiracy, Says Prosecutors” by Greg Fisher (CBS News) Article: “Monica Sementilli’s ‘Lust, Greed, Betrayal’ Allegedly Fuelled Murder: Prosecutor” by Brad Hunter (TorontoSun) Article: “Third Suspect Arrested and Charged in the 2017 Stabbing Death of Hairdressing Mogul” by Richard Winton (non-paywalled; Los Angeles Times) Article: “Boyfriend of Wife of Slain Hairdressing Mogul Pleads Guilty to Murder” by Richard Winton and James Queally (non-paywalled; Los Angeles Times) Article: “Guilty Plea for Man Who Held Down and Stabbed Woodland Hills Hairdresser in Fatal Attack” by Terri Vermeulen Keith (non-paywalled; Los Angeles Daily News) Article: “Former Porn Star Rob Baked Gets Life Without the Possibility of Parole” by Kelli Roberts (FleshBot.com) AdultFilmDatabase: Rob Baker Filmography

    Severed Second Cut: Racquetball Romance

  2. Aug 3 ·  Bonus

    Severed Second Cut: Au Pair Affair

    Re-airing: We discuss the double homicide in an affluent neighborhood in Herndon, Virginia. The recently convicted and sentenced Brendan Banfield and Brazilian au pair lover, Juliana Peres Magalhães, lured Joseph Ryan into their home and framed him for the murder of Banfield's wife, Christine. Both were unsuspecting and unwitting victims. CW | TW: This episode discusses the graphic details of a double homicide. Listener discretion is advised. Email: severedpodcast@gmail.com Website: severedpodcast.com Instagram: @severed_podcast Tik Tok: @severedpodcast Hosts: Harry Chambers + Drew Hudson Logo Art: Drew Hudson Theme Song Composer | Podcast Editor: Harry Chambers Show Concept | Researcher | Lead Writer: Drew Hudson Sources Fox 5 Washington, DC News: Au Pair Charged with Murder Article: “What to Know About the Double-Murder Case Involving an Au Pair” by Annie Correal (NYT) Article: “Au Pair Charged in Double Homicide Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter” by Olivia Diaz and Mauricio Savarese (AP; Associated Press) Article: “Blood-spatter Analysis Helped Investigation into Husband Charged with Killing Wife and Another Man” by Olivia Diaz Article: “Virginia Au Pair Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter in Connection with Double Murder Tied to Affair” by Julia Reinstein (ABC News) Article: “Virginia Man Accused in Fetish Sex Murder Plot Faces More Charges” by Gina Cook and NBC Washington Staff (NBC4 Washington) Article: “Brazilian Au Pair Takes Plea Deal, Cooperates in Virginia Double-Murder Case Against Former Boss” by Doha Madani (NBC News) Article: “Au Pair Charged with Murder in Herndon Double Homicide: Police” by Jillian Smith (Fox 5 DC)

    Severed Second Cut: Au Pair Affair

  3. Jul 27 ·  Bonus

    Strange Stories: Booty Burger

    We discuss the wildly strange 2008 story of Timothy Tackett (or “Mr. Unstable”), a former Burger King employee who bathed in the industrial sink, then filmed and posted it to MySpace, on his 25th birthday. We link this to a Wendy’s employee bathing in a similar 2019 viral Facebook video. CW | TW: This episode discusses unsanitary practices in a restaurant kitchen. Profanity and suggestive content included. Listener discretion is advised. Email: severedpodcast@gmail.com Website: severedpodcast.com Instagram: @severed_podcast Tik Tok: @severedpodcast Hosts: Harry Chambers + Drew Hudson Logo Art: Drew Hudson Theme Song Composer | Podcast Editor: Harry Chambers Show Concept | Researcher | Lead Writer: Drew Hudson Available on all podcast platforms, including Rogue Media Network and Radio Garden State Sources News Clip: Burger King Cleans Itself of Bathing Employee (AP) Original Footage: Burger King Bathing IDIOT Original Footage (Channel Troy Melquist via YouTube) Article: “Burger King Worker Fired For Bathing in Sink” by The AP (republished via NBC; nbcnews.com) Article: “Burger King Employee Takes Bath In Sink” via Cleveland 19 (cleveland19.com) Article: “This Guy Took a Bath in a Wendy’s Sink for Some Reason” by Bettina Makalintal (Vice; vice.com) Article: “Viral Video Shows Man Bathing in Milton Wendy’s Kitchen Sink” by Jake Newby (Pensacola News Journal; pnj.com)

    Strange Stories: Booty Burger

  4. Jul 20 ·  Bonus

    Strange Stories: Marinated Assault

    Drew solo hosts to outline the strange (and unfolding) investigation into off-duty police officer Nicholas K. Dispoto knocking a man unconscious outside the Park Steakhouse in Park Ridge, NJ. Fellow (off-duty) officer Jason Vradenburg, fiancée Martina L. McGee, and Thomas M. Schiavone obstructed justice by covering for Dispoto as he hid in the steakhouse to evade the police. CW | TW: This episode discusses a physical assault and bodily injury. Listener discretion is advised. Email: severedpodcast@gmail.co Website: severedpodcast.com Instagram: @severed_podcast Tik Tok: @severedpodcast Hosts: Harry Chambers + Drew Hudson Logo Art: Drew Hudson Theme Song Composer | Podcast Editor: Harry Chambers Show Concept | Researcher | Lead Writer: Drew Hudson Available on all podcast platforms, including Rogue Media Network and Radio Garden State Sources News Clip: Off-duty Police Officers Among 4 Charged in Bergen County Steakhouse Fight (0:26) Press Release: Four Charged in Aggravated Assault Investigation via Bergen County Prosecutor's Office (bcpo.net) Commission Minutes: State of New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety Division of Criminal Justice (njoag.gov) Article: “Off-duty Officers Among Those Charged Over Park Ridge Assault, Obstruction Allegations” via Pascack Press (thepressgroup.net) Article: “2 Police in Bergen County Suspended For Involvement in Steakhouse Fight Coverup” by Caren Lissner (Patch News Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ; patch.com) Article: “Bergen County Cop Knocked Out Man at NJ Steakhouse, Leading to Cover-Up, Prosecutors Say” by Caren Lissner(Patch News Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ; patch.com)

    Strange Stories: Marinated Assault

  5. Jul 13 ·  Bonus

    Strange Stories: Smashed Potatoes

    We discuss Tracy J. Renshaw’s $1.5 million lawsuit against Outback Steakhouse over a slip-and-fall on mashed potatoes. We discuss Virginia’s contributory negligence law that could either set a precedent for survivors to collect compensation for personal injury or negate their claims based on their own culpability in the fall. CW | TW: This episode discusses alleged slip-and-fall and other injuries. Profanity likely included. Listener discretion is advised. Email: severedpodcast@gmail.com Website: severedpodcast.com Instagram: @severed_podcast Tik Tok: @severedpodcast Hosts: Harry Chambers + Drew Hudson Logo Art: Drew Hudson Theme Song Composer | Podcast Editor: Harry Chambers Show Concept | Researcher | Lead Writer: Drew Hudson Available on all podcast platforms, including Rogue Media Network and Radio Garden State Sources News Clip:  A Woman Is Suing Outback Steakhouse for $1.5 Million (ABC News) Legal Blog: “How Contributory Negligence Works in Virginia” via Marks & Harrison (marksandharison.com) Legal Blog: “Outback Steakhouse Lawsuit to Proceed” via GWC Injury Lawyers (gwclaw.com) Article: “Virginia Woman Sues Outback Steakhouse for $1.5M After Allegedly Slipping on Mashed Potatoes and Falling at Restaurant” by Chiara Kim (People; people.com) Article: “Woman Sues Outback Steakhouse for $1.5M, Says She Slipped on Mashed Potatoes in Sterling Restaurant” by Brian Farrell (DC News Now; dcnewsnow.com) Article: “Outback Steakhouse Customer Sues Restaurant for $1.5M After Face-Plant Over ‘Slippery’ Mashed Potatoes” by Kyra Breslin (NY Post; nypost.com) Article: “Outback Steakhouse Closes Permanently In Sterling” via The Burn (theburn.com)

    Strange Stories: Smashed Potatoes

  6. Jul 6 ·  Bonus

    Strange Stories: Perilous Patio

    Drew solo hosts to discuss deceptively dangerous patio and beach umbrellas, as in the case of fatal deaths involving 56-year-old Dana Weinger from Summerton, SC. Drew outlines the details of potential negligence and why we should be vigilant with umbrellas on beach days and during patio dining. CW | TW: This episode contains graphic descriptions and imagery of patio (and other) umbrella injuries and fatalities. Listener discretion is advised. Email: severedpodcast@gmail.com Website: severedpodcast.com Instagram: @severed_podcast Tik Tok: @severedpodcast Hosts: Harry Chambers + Drew Hudson Logo Art: Drew Hudson Theme Song Composer | Podcast Editor: Harry Chambers Show Concept | Researcher | Lead Writer: Drew Hudson Available on all podcast platforms, including Rogue Media Network and Radio Garden State Sources News Clip: Woman Killed by Patio Umbrella While Dining at Lakeside South Carolina Restaurant (ABC 7 Chicago) Website: Driftwood Grill (driftwoodlazygator.com) IG: @driftwoodgrilllazygator Article: “Wife Killed at Restaurant by Flying Patio Umbrella in ‘Sudden Weather Event’ While Out to Eat” by David Chiu (People; people.com) Article: “Woman Killed by Flying Patio Umbrella While Dining at South Carolina Restaurant” by Minyvonne Burke (NBC News; nbcnews.com) Article: “Woman Killed by Patio Umbrella While Dining at South Carolina Restaurant: Coroner” by Meredith Deliso (ABC News; abcnews.com) Article: “Huger Woman Killed by Umbrella in Storm-related Mishap at Restaurant, Coroner Says” by Glenn Smith (The Post and Courier; postandcourier.com) Article: “Diner Killed by Flying Umbrella in Freak Accident at South Carolina Restaurant” by Anthony Blair (NYP; nypost.com) Article: “South Carolina Wife Killed by Flying Restaurant Umbrella Described as ‘Truly Great Woman, Loved by Many'” by Chris Bradford (NYP; nypost.com) Article: “Loose Umbrella Fatally Strikes Woman at Lake Marion Restaurant, Coroner Says” by WIS News 10 Staff (WISTV; wistv.com) Article: “Lifeguard Impaled ‘About a Foot’ by Beach Umbrella Amid Powerful Gust of Wind” by David Chiu (People; people.com)

    Strange Stories: Perilous Patio

  7. Jul 1 ·  Bonus

    Strange Stories: Mt. Fuji Wi-Fi

    Drew solo hosts to discuss the harrowing rescue of a 27-year-old Chinese hiker from Mt. Fuji. The hiker purportedly lost his phone; hence, the dual trek and subsequent rescues. CW | TW: This episode discusses search, rescue, and death. Listener discretion is advised. Email: severedpodcast@gmail.com Website: severedpodcast.com Instagram: @severed_podcast Tik Tok: @severedpodcast Hosts: Harry Chambers + Drew Hudson Logo Art: Drew Hudson Theme Song Composer | Podcast Editor: Harry Chambers Show Concept | Researcher | Lead Writer: Drew Hudson Available on all podcast platforms, including Rogue Media Network and Radio Garden State Sources News: Man Rescued, Twice, from Mt. Fuji After Leaving Behind Phone (KTVB News) Website: Mount Fuji Climbing Official Website (fijisan-climb.jp) Article: “Mount Fuji Climber is Rescued Twice in One Week After Returning for Lost Phone” by Arata Yamamoto and Peter Guo (NBC News; nbcnews.com) Article: “Japan Imposes New Fees on Mount Fuji Climbers to Limit Tourists” by Reuters via NBC (nbcnews.com) Article: “6 Die on Mt. Fuji in First Month of Season, Topping Last Year’s Total” by Tatsuhiko Yoshizawa Article: “4 Bodies Recovered on Mount Fuji After Missing Climber Sent Photos from Summit to Family” by CBS Staff (cbsnews.com)

    Strange Stories: Mt. Fuji Wi-Fi

  8. Jun 22 ·  Bonus

    Strange Stories: Hipster Hotel Mixup

    Drew solo hosts to discuss the Mama Shelter hotel chain, known for its sex-positive hospitality, where character masks and vibrator rubber duckies are sold. We break down content creator Hazi Adamu’s viral TikTok about the hotel, and her shock that it was a naughtier sex-cation than previously realized. CW | TW: This episode discusses mature themes involving sex; NSFW. Profanity likely included. Listener discretion is advised. Email: severedpodcast@gmail.com Website: severedpodcast.com Instagram: @severed_podcast Tik Tok: @severedpodcast Hosts: Harry Chambers + Drew Hudson Logo Art: Drew Hudson Theme Song Composer | Podcast Editor: Harry Chambers Show Concept | Researcher | Lead Writer: Drew Hudson Available on all podcast platforms, including Rogue Media Network and Radio Garden State Sources TikTok:  Hipster Sex Hotel (@h2okayy)  Website: Mama Shelter (mamashelter.com) Website: ARK Living (arkliving.com) Article: “Woman Checks Into What She Thinks Is A Trendy Hotel, Then Gets the Feeling It’s Something More (Exclusive)” by Ashley Vega (People; people.com) Article: “Londoner Expecting A ‘Hipster’ Experience Ends Up At A ‘Sex Hotel’ by Natasha Decker (Travel Noire; travelnoire.com) Article: “Mama Shelter London Closes as Co-Living Operator Rebrands Site” by Eloise Hanson (Boutique Hotel News; boutiquehotelnews.com) Article: “The London Outpost of Affordable Boutique Hotel Chain Mama Shelter Has Shut” by Eoise Feilden (TimeOut; timeout.com) Article: “Londoner Expecting A ‘Hipster’ Experience Ends Up At A ‘Sex Hotel’” by Natasha Decker (Yahoo; yahoo.com)

    Strange Stories: Hipster Hotel Mixup
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Severed is a podcast that explores true crime and paranormal cases with a concise format and in-depth analysis. Severed Strange Stories is a commentary-only spinoff show that covers strange stories from the digital dumpsters of drama and trashy news stories for your commute.

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  • Creator
    Rogue Media Network
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    141
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Rogue Media Network
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