Everything Sucks: A True Crime-ish Investigative Podcast

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  • 5.0 (7)
  • True Crime
  • Semiweekly

Behind every viral moment, shocking crime, and cultural obsession is a story that's far stranger than the headline. Everything Sucks is a true crime-ish, investigative podcast uncovering the hidden stories behind crimes, cultural phenomena, scandals, internet obsessions, and the moments that capture our attention. Hosted by Shanique Woodley, Everything Sucks is the show where the more you listen, the more the name makes sense. Once you know the whole story, you understand the title.  Subscribe now on the Underdog Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. Sep 30

    6: The Murders of Cynthia & Sean Stack

    Sometimes, the smallest unanswered question can lead somewhere you never expected. For Cynthia Stack, it started with concerns about her father’s money. But as she began digging for answers, she found herself getting closer to something far more disturbing. Then Cynthia and her son, Sean Stack, were killed. What happened between those two events would raise questions about trust, money, deception, and the people closest to the situation. As investigators began piecing together the timeline, conflicting stories and unexpected connections started to emerge. In this episode, we follow the trail from the first unanswered questions to the investigation that followed—and examine how a seemingly ordinary financial mystery became connected to the deaths of Cynthia and Sean Stack. 00:00 Welcome Back00:39 An Open Door in Parramore03:02 The 911 Call04:36 The Crime Scene06:40 The Banker and Gerald Stack09:02 The $50,000 Transaction13:49 Where the Money Went16:04 The Note on Gerald's Account18:14 Chase's Internal Investigation20:34 Amelia's Changing Story25:05 The Notarized Document29:49 "Not to Be Repaid"32:03 Cynthia Confronts Amelia34:14 Looking for Someone to Scare Cynthia36:36 Pain Pills, Cash, and a 9mm38:59 The Night of July 17th41:20 Following the Trail43:22 Amelia's Interrogation50:19 "Who Killed Cynthia and Sean?"52:18 Joshua's Many Stories56:58 The Charges and the Plea Deal58:58 Sentencing and Chase's Apology1:01:13 Final Thoughts Follow Everything Sucks & Shanique: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeverythingsuckspodcast, https://www.instagram.com/shvnique/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/shvnique YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theeverythingsuckspodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    6: The Murders of Cynthia & Sean Stack

  2. Aug 26

    5: The Bizarre Story of the Steiners and FidoMaster

    In the summer of 2019, Ina and David Steiner began experiencing a series of increasingly unsettling incidents at their home in Natick, Massachusetts.It started with something they couldn't explain. Then came strange messages, unwanted deliveries, and other disturbances that seemed too specific to be random. As the incidents continued, the Steiners found themselves trying to piece together what was happening while dealing with something they couldn't quite identify. Who was behind it? Why were they being targeted? And was there a connection between all of these seemingly unrelated events? What began as a strange situation would soon become much more serious, and at the time, Ina and David were simply trying to understand what was happening to them. This is the bizarre story of the Steiners and “FidoMaster.” 00:00 Introduction To An Unusual Case 03:03 The Start of the Harassment 05:52 Escalation of Threats and Packages 09:14 Investigating the Source of Harassment 12:00 The Black Van Incident 14:53 Doxxing and Online Harassment 18:08 Identifying the Suspects 20:53 The Connection to eBay 23:50 The Role of eBay Executives 27:07 The Investigation Expands 30:01 Consequences for eBay Employees 32:57 The Settlement and Aftermath Follow Everything Sucks & Shanique: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeverythingsuckspodcast, https://www.instagram.com/shvnique/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/shvnique YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theeverythingsuckspodcast YouTube Shorts: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLesWhinWWEYw&si=JMjrrezwkHA310VV Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. Aug 12

    4: MISSING - Cleashindra Hall

    On a quiet Monday evening in May of 1994, 18-year-old Cleashindra Hall walked into her after-school job at a house on Fawcett Road in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, and there's no confirmed record of her ever walking back out. Decades later, the case remains unsolved, the file still sealed, and the man at its center has never fully explained himself. This episode discusses the disappearance of Cleashindra Hall, a case built on a house that has never given up its secrets, and a family still waiting for the truth. 00:00 Introduction to Cleashindra Hall's case and significance 02:03 Cleashindra Hall's background, family, and aspirations 03:52 The day Cleashindra Hall disappeared and her routine 07:14 Details of her job and last contact 09:11 Discovery of her absence and initial concerns 11:55 Police response delays and early investigation 16:01 Suspicious behavior of Larry Amos and inconsistencies 19:55 Search efforts, evidence mishandling, and later discoveries 33:07 Recent developments, witness reports, and ongoing questions 43:03 Family efforts, community suspicion, and case status 44:02 Conclusion: The case's unresolved status and call for justice Follow Everything Sucks & Shanique: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeverythingsuckspodcast, https://www.instagram.com/shvnique/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/shvnique YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theeverythingsuckspodcast YouTube Shorts: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLesWhinWWEYw&si=JMjrrezwkHA310VV Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. Jul 29

    3: The Murder of Andre Montgomery

    For years, the truth about Andre Montgomery's murder remained hidden in plain sight. Every new clue raised more questions, until the investigation uncovered a series of shocking revelations that changed everything. This is the story of how a mystery was finally brought into the light. 00:00 Behind the Smiles: The Hidden Chaos 03:12 The Rise of Ms. Robbie Montgomery 05:56 Family Dynamics and Tensions 09:06 The Tragic Murder of Andre Montgomery 11:56 The Investigation Begins 15:09 Unraveling the Conspiracy 18:05 The Role of Life Insurance 20:57 The Trial and Its Aftermath 23:57 Reflections on Family and Loss Follow Everything Sucks & Shanique: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeverythingsuckspodcast, https://www.instagram.com/shvnique/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/shvnique YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theeverythingsuckspodcast YouTube Shorts: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLesWhinWWEYw&si=JMjrrezwkHA310VV Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. Jul 8

    2: The Murder of Jade Benning

    When 24-year-old Jade Benning was rushed to the hospital after spending the evening with the father of her unborn child, those closest to her believed she was suffering from a sudden medical emergency—possibly an allergic reaction. But as detectives began reconstructing the final hours of her life, that explanation began to unravel. In this episode, we explore who Jade was, her relationship with Blaise Taylor, the events leading up to her death, the investigation that followed, and the trial that sought to answer one haunting question: What really happened that night? 00:00 The Life of Jade Benning 07:08 The Relationship with Blaise Taylor 14:11 The Disturbing Phone Call 22:01 The Emergency Response 27:35 The Investigation and Arrest 28:59 The Trial and Verdict Follow Everything Sucks & Shanique: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeverythingsuckspodcast, https://www.instagram.com/shvnique/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/shvnique YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theeverythingsuckspodcast YouTube Shorts: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLesWhinWWEYw&si=JMjrrezwkHA310VV Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. Jun 24

    1: The Bryan Pata Case

    In 2006, 22-year-old rising college football star Bryan Pata seemed destined for greatness until he was gunned down outside his apartment months before the NFL Draft. For years, the case went cold, leaving behind unanswered questions, rumors, and a grieving family and community searching for justice. In this episode, we uncover the twists, the suspects, and shocking developments that transformed one of Miami’s most haunting unsolved murders into a case that would finally reveal a killer nearly two decades later. 00:00 Introduction to Everything Sucks 00:44 The Life and Tragic Death of Bryan Pata 01:47 Bryan's Background and Rise in Football 05:29 The Tumultuous Relationship with Jada Brody 07:23 The Day of the Murder 10:09 Immediate Aftermath and Investigation Begins 13:20 The Investigation Unfolds 15:07 Rashaun Jones: A Key Figure 19:21 Rashaun's Troubled Background and Alibi 23:30 The Investigation Expands: Other Suspects 27:10 The Case Goes Cold 28:28 Reigniting the Investigation with Media Attention 30:20 The Legal Battle Begins 33:23 Shifting Suspicions and New Leads 36:07 Rashaun's Alibi and the Investigation 39:01 Witness Testimonies and Conflicting Stories 42:14 Trial Complications and Key Witnesses 46:20 The Trial's Chaotic Unfolding 50:29 The Jury's Verdict and Mistrial 54:44 The Second Trial's Delays and Challenges Follow Everything Sucks & Shanique: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeverythingsuckspodcast, https://www.instagram.com/shvnique/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/shvnique YouTube Shorts: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLesWhinWWEYw&si=JMjrrezwkHA310VV Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. Jun 7

    Teaser

    Behind every viral moment, shocking crime, and cultural obsession is a story that's far stranger than the headline. Everything Sucks is a true crime-ish, investigative podcast uncovering the hidden stories behind crimes, cultural phenomena, scandals, internet obsessions, and the moments that capture our attention. Hosted by Shanique Woodley, Everything Sucks is the show where the more you listen, the more the name makes sense. Once you know the whole story, you understand the title.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • 7 Episodes

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Behind every viral moment, shocking crime, and cultural obsession is a story that's far stranger than the headline. Everything Sucks is a true crime-ish, investigative podcast uncovering the hidden stories behind crimes, cultural phenomena, scandals, internet obsessions, and the moments that capture our attention. Hosted by Shanique Woodley, Everything Sucks is the show where the more you listen, the more the name makes sense. Once you know the whole story, you understand the title.  Subscribe now on the Underdog Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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