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Luminol deep dives into true crime cases, missing persons, conspiracies, and more, prioritizing cases you've probably never heard of. Combining heavy topics with beer & banter to get through the painful nature of true crime, hosts Sarah Pardi and Caitlin Sparks effortlessly make you feel like you're at a bar with friends, talking about all things true crime. These are themed true crime podcast episodes. NOTE: This is a crime podcast. Listener discretion is advised. The views, opinions, and comedic tones of the hosts, Sarah Pardi and Caitlin Sparks, do not reflect any company, group, or association.

Luminol | True Crime Sarah Pardi and Caitlin Sparks

    • True Crime
    • 4.7 • 456 Ratings

Luminol deep dives into true crime cases, missing persons, conspiracies, and more, prioritizing cases you've probably never heard of. Combining heavy topics with beer & banter to get through the painful nature of true crime, hosts Sarah Pardi and Caitlin Sparks effortlessly make you feel like you're at a bar with friends, talking about all things true crime. These are themed true crime podcast episodes. NOTE: This is a crime podcast. Listener discretion is advised. The views, opinions, and comedic tones of the hosts, Sarah Pardi and Caitlin Sparks, do not reflect any company, group, or association.

    A Luminol Update

    A Luminol Update

    There is no simple or easy way to say this, but we have come to the realization that the Luminol Podcast must come to an end.
    When we started Luminol, we didn't have a plan as to what would happen or an expectation as to how it would perform. We were (and are) blown away by what we created and put out into the world - and mostly because of your response to it! 
    Luminol became an entity of its own - fostering community and highlighting cases that truly need to be shared. It evolved over time and we couldn't be more proud of it and also more proud of the amazing network it created with our listeners. 
    We have appreciated every review, every comment, every download and listen - every moment with you. 
    Why is Luminol ending? 
    It's so important to us that we do every single case that we talk about justice - we don't have to tell you, but it's at the core of our research that we remember each and every case has a family behind it, friends behind it, police-forces, investigators, and entire teams of people around it. There are real people on the other side of these cases - so it's deeply important to us that we do our due diligence and try to find the most accurate information out there. 
    This kind of research is time consuming - and we wouldn't change that, but now with the way our own personal lives are developing and growing, it's become impossible to dedicate that type of required research. It would be outside of our core values to share cases with the world that distract, misinform, or hurt any part of a case, a victim, and the people involved.
    We love you, we appreciate you, and we could go on and on about how much your support and dedication has meant to us over the years. 
    So much love,
    Sarah, Caitlin, and Mike
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    • 7 min
    Nails & Caitlin Ruins Things

    Nails & Caitlin Ruins Things

    This week, the theme is Nails. First, Sarah talks about the murder of Eom Hyun-A, also sometimes referred to as The Red Nail Polish Murder. Then, Caitlin shares the bizarre twist in the murder of Raveesh “Ravi” Kumra. 
     
    Listener discretion is advised. Full trigger warnings are made before each case begins.
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    • 1 hr 13 min
    Bridge & It’s not hot dogs OR a speakeasy

    Bridge & It’s not hot dogs OR a speakeasy

    This week, the theme is Bridge. First, Caitlin talks about the bizarre disappearance of Andrea Knable. Then, Sarah shares the murder of  John G Bennett, also known as The Bridge Murder.
     
    Listener discretion is advised. Full trigger warnings are made before each case begins.
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    • 1 hr 32 min
    Not the US & Getting Pumped

    Not the US & Getting Pumped

    This week, the theme is "Not the US". First, Sarah talks about the bizarre case of Andrew Dawson. Then, Caitlin shares the mind boggling disappearance of Jim Donnelly.
     
    Listener discretion is advised. Full trigger warnings are made before each case begins.
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    • 1 hr 6 min
    Windows & WE'RE BACK!!!

    Windows & WE'RE BACK!!!

    We are back from our sabbatical and we MISSED YOU DEARLY! This week, the theme is windows. First, Caitlin talks about the murder of James R Jordan Senior. Then, Sarah shares the disappearance of Kaitlyn Abree Ledbetter.
     
    If you're curious about Sarah's TikTok channel, it's https://www.tiktok.com/@wemovedtoparis

    Much love to you all!!! 

    Listener discretion is advised. Full trigger warnings are made before each case begins.
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    • 1 hr 3 min
    The Last Supper & Diddled our Feet

    The Last Supper & Diddled our Feet

    This is the last episode before our first ever Luminol-sabbatical. First, Caitlin talks about the disappearance of Fawn Marie Mountain. Then, Sarah talks about the murder of Kirsty Jones.
    Listener discretion is advised. Full trigger warnings are made before each case begins.
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    • 1 hr 23 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
456 Ratings

456 Ratings

stacy irene ,

😭😭😭

So sad to hear you guys are ending the pod. I seriously love the banter at the beginning and just catching up with your lives. I’ve been listening for years and will definitely be re listening many episodes! Wish you both well- you will be very missed!!! 💗

GustyDay ,

DEVASTATED

Oh please don’t go… We’ll eat you up, we love you so.

T💜S ,

Sad to send..

I’ve Enjoyed your podcast for years! You were my first murder mystery type podcast. I was Hooked! I listen to many others now, because of you girls.
It’s been Great to get to know you through your banter, marriage, baby and All the between.
Enjoy where your lives take you!
Love Always, Tami S

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