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Pure Malice

Riane Nix

Welcome to Pure Malice, a true crime and paranormal podcast hosted by three sisters who dive into real cases, mysteries, investigations, and unexplained stories that leave people asking what really happened. In our true crime episodes, we cover cold cases, infamous murders, wrongful convictions, disappearances, small-town scandals, and the darker stories that shake entire communities. We bring fresh eyes, thoughtful research, honest reactions, and just enough lightheartedness to help balance the heavy. And when true crime isn't enough, we cross into the unknown. Our paranormal episodes explore hauntings, unexplained encounters, eerie stories, and the moments that make you question what might be waiting just beyond what we can see. Whether it's a case you thought you knew, a story you've never heard of, or a mystery that takes us somewhere stranger, we're here to dig into the details and talk through the questions that still linger. Follow us now if you're looking for a little dark joy, and remember… it's not just true crime. It's Pure Malice.

  1. 1d ago

    The Lake Waco Murders: A Local Nightmare | Part 4

    The Lake Waco Murders case reaches its most explosive chapter yet. In Episode 4 of Pure Malice: The Lake Waco Murders, we follow the unraveling of one of Texas's most controversial murder prosecutions. After teaching himself the law from death row, Muneer Deeb accomplishes what few inmates ever have—successfully overturning his own conviction and winning a new trial. Meanwhile, David Spence's legal team uncovers allegations of Brady violations, recanting witnesses, questionable jailhouse informant testimony, and growing concerns about the forensic evidence that helped send him to death row. As retrials and appeals move forward, key witnesses begin backing away from their original statements, law enforcement officials voice doubts about the convictions, and independent experts challenge the bite mark evidence that remained central to the state's case. Yet despite mounting questions, David Spence remains on death row as the clock toward execution continues ticking. The episode also explores the murder of Juanita White, Detective Jan Price's relentless pursuit of the truth, and the DNA evidence that ultimately identified Benny Carroll as her killer years after innocent men had been convicted. As old investigations are reexamined, troubling questions emerge about tunnel vision, prosecutorial conduct, wrongful convictions, and whether the search for justice was overshadowed by the need to secure convictions. From overturned convictions and death row appeals to DNA breakthroughs and lingering suspicions, this chapter reveals how far-reaching the consequences can be when the truth remains hidden for decades. 🎙️ Remember... it's not just true crime. It's Pure Malice. 📌 Don't forget to: 💬 Comment and tell us your thoughts about the case. 🔔 Follow for more true crime and paranormal deep dives. © 2025 Pure Malice/Nix. All Rights Reserved. Music licensed through Artlist. ✨ Want to be our partner in crime... officially as a sponsor? If you're ready to team up with Pure Malice and put your brand in the spotlight, we'd love to collaborate. Reach out to puremalicepodcast@gmail.com and let's plot something unforgettable together. 👻 Have a close call with a killer... or a spine-tingling paranormal encounter? If you've brushed shoulders with the unexplained or narrowly escaped something sinister, we want to hear your story. Email puremalicepodcast@gmail.com for a chance to have your experience featured on the podcast. Follow Pure Malice on Patreon, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube for exclusive content, episode updates, behind-the-scenes access, and more. Pure Malice is hosted by Riane Nix, Taylor Lynch, and Britni Burks. Follow Pure Malice on Patreon, Apple Podcast, Spotify, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube for exclusive content, episode updates, behind-the-scenes access, and more. Don't miss out on all things Pure Malice!  Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @puremalicepodcast Facebook: puremalicepodcast TikTok:@puremalicepodcast YouTube: @puremalicepodcast Pure Malice is hosted by Riane Nix, Taylor Lynch, and Britni Burks.

    43 min

  2. 1d ago ·  Bonus

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  3. The Unsolved Mystery of the 1977 Girl Scout Murders | Part 1

    Jun 10 • Subscribers Only

    The Unsolved Mystery of the 1977 Girl Scout Murders | Part 1

    On June 12, 1977, three young girls arrived at Camp Scott near Locust Grove, Oklahoma, excited for a summer of adventure. But by morning, their lives had been tragically cut short, and they never returned home. Decades later, the haunting mystery of the Girl Scout Murders remains unsolved. In this episode, we take you through every chilling detail—examining the evidence, the suspects, and the lingering questions that still haunt this case. Who was responsible? Why was justice never truly served? And why does this case still grip the public’s imagination nearly 50 years later? Join us as we unravel the story, piece by piece. Support our Sponsors: Vital Flow Aesthetics & Wellness: https://www.facebook.com/vitalflowivtherapy 🎙️ Remember... It’s not just crime… it’s Pure Malice. 📌 Don’t forget to: 💬 Comment and tell us your thoughts about the case. 🔔 Follow for more true crime & paranormal deep dives. © 2025 Pure Malice/Nix. All Rights Reserved. Music licensed through Artlist. Don’t miss out on all things Pure Malice! Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @puremalicepodcast Facebook: puremalicepodcast TikTok:@puremalicepodcast YouTube: @puremalicepodcast Pure Malice is hosted by Riane Nix, Taylor Lynch and Britni Burks. Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @rianenix | @tlynch | @britniburks Facebook: Riane Agostino | Taylor Lynch | Britni Burks TikTok: @rianealyn | @bburks7 | @taylorlynch539

    54 min
  4. The Unsolved Mystery of the 1977 Girl Scout Murders | Part 2

    Jun 10 • Subscribers Only

    The Unsolved Mystery of the 1977 Girl Scout Murders | Part 2

    We're back with part 2 of the Unsolved Mystery of the 1977 Girl Scout Murders! On June 12, 1977, three young girls arrived at Camp Scott near Locust Grove, Oklahoma, excited for a summer of adventure. But by morning, their lives had been tragically cut short, and they never returned home. Decades later, the haunting mystery of the Girl Scout Murders remains unsolved. In this episode, we take you through every chilling detail—examining the evidence, the suspects, and the lingering questions that still haunt this case. Who was responsible? Why was justice never truly served? And why does this case still grip the public’s imagination nearly 50 years later? Join us as we unravel the story, piece by piece. Support our Sponsors: Vital Flow Aesthetics & Wellness: https://www.facebook.com/vitalflowivtherapy 🎙️ Remember... It’s not just crime… it’s Pure Malice. 📌 Don’t forget to: 💬 Comment and tell us your thoughts about the case. 🔔 Follow for more true crime & paranormal deep dives. © 2025 Pure Malice/Nix. All Rights Reserved. Music licensed through Artlist. Don’t miss out on all things Pure Malice! Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @puremalicepodcast Facebook: puremalicepodcast TikTok:@puremalicepodcast YouTube: @puremalicepodcast Pure Malice is hosted by Riane Nix, Taylor Lynch and Britni Burks. Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @rianenix | @tlynch | @britniburks Facebook: Riane Agostino | Taylor Lynch | Britni Burks TikTok: @rianealyn | @bburks7 | @taylorlynch539

    39 min
  5. The Spirits of Eastern State Penitentiary | Part 1

    Jun 10 • Subscribers Only

    The Spirits of Eastern State Penitentiary | Part 1

    In this chilling episode, we unlock the iron gates of one of America’s most infamous and haunted prisons — Eastern State Penitentiary. Once a revolutionary model for reform, this massive Gothic fortress in Philadelphia quickly became a house of horror, where isolation broke more than just spirits. From the eerie whispers echoing through abandoned cellblocks to full-bodied apparitions spotted by staff and visitors alike, Eastern State has earned its place among the most paranormally active sites in the world. We dive deep into the prison’s dark history, the notorious inmates who walked its halls — including Al Capone — and the countless unexplained phenomena that continue to haunt its crumbling corridors. Join us as we explore the history, eyewitness accounts, chilling recordings, and the psychological torment embedded in its stone walls. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, this episode will leave you questioning what really lingers behind the bars of this decaying institution. Lock in — and listen close. The dead don’t rest easy at Eastern State Pen. Support our Sponsors: Vital Flow Aesthetics & Wellness: https://www.facebook.com/vitalflowivtherapy 🎙️ When true crime isn't enough... we cross into the unknown. 📌 Don’t forget to: 💬 Comment and tell us your thoughts about the case. 🔔 Follow for more true crime & paranormal deep dives. © 2025 Pure Malice/Nix. All Rights Reserved. Music licensed through Artlist. Don’t miss out on all things Pure Malice! Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @puremalicepodcast Facebook: puremalicepodcast TikTok: @puremalicepodcast YouTube: @puremalicepodcast Pure Malice is hosted by Riane Nix, Taylor Lynch and Britni Burks. Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @rianenix | @tlynch | @britniburks Facebook: Riane Agostino | Taylor Lynch | Britni Burks TikTok: @rianealyn | @bburks7 | @taylorlynch539

    43 min
  6. The Spirits of Eastern State Pen | Part 2

    Jun 10 • Subscribers Only

    The Spirits of Eastern State Pen | Part 2

    Part 2 of The Eastern State Penitentiary is here! In this chilling episode, we unlock the iron gates of one of America’s most infamous and haunted prisons — Eastern State Penitentiary. Once a revolutionary model for reform, this massive Gothic fortress in Philadelphia quickly became a house of horror, where isolation broke more than just spirits. From the eerie whispers echoing through abandoned cellblocks to full-bodied apparitions spotted by staff and visitors alike, Eastern State has earned its place among the most paranormally active sites in the world. We dive deep into the prison’s dark history, the notorious inmates who walked its halls — including Al Capone — and the countless unexplained phenomena that continue to haunt its crumbling corridors. Join us as we explore the history, eyewitness accounts, chilling recordings, and the psychological torment embedded in its stone walls. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, this episode will leave you questioning what really lingers behind the bars of this decaying institution. Lock in — and listen close. The dead don’t rest easy at Eastern State Pen. Support our Sponsors: Vital Flow Aesthetics & Wellness: https://www.facebook.com/vitalflowivtherapy 🎙️ When True Crime isn't enough… we cross into the Paranormal. 📌 Don’t forget to: 💬 Comment and tell us your thoughts about the case. 🔔 Follow for more true crime & paranormal deep dives. © 2025 Pure Malice/Nix. All Rights Reserved. Music licensed through Artlist. Don’t miss out on all things Pure Malice! Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @puremalicepodcast Facebook: puremalicepodcast TikTok:@puremalicepodcast YouTube: @puremalicepodcast Pure Malice is hosted by Riane Nix, Taylor Lynch and Britni Burks. Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @rianenix | @tlynch | @britniburks Facebook: Riane Agostino | Taylor Lynch | Britni Burks TikTok: @rianealyn | @bburks7 | @taylorlynch539

    24 min
  7. The Texas Killing Fields | Part 1

    Jun 10 • Subscribers Only

    The Texas Killing Fields | Part 1

    Along a desolate stretch of I-45 between Houston and Galveston lies a haunting landscape known as the Texas Killing Fields—a place where dozens of young women vanished, and many never came home. In this episode of Pure Malice, we peel back the layers of this chilling case. From the discovery of the first bodies in the 1970s to the more recent breakthroughs, we examine the victims, the suspects, and the long-standing failures of law enforcement that allowed a predator—or predators—to continue killing. Who was responsible? And why has justice remained so elusive? Support our Sponsors: Vital Flow Aesthetics & Wellness: https://www.facebook.com/vitalflowivtherapy 🎙️ Remember... it's not just true crime. It's Pure Malice. 📌 Don’t forget to: 💬 Comment and tell us your thoughts about the case. 🔔 Follow for more true crime & paranormal deep dives. © 2025 Pure Malice/Nix. All Rights Reserved. Music licensed through Artlist. Don’t miss out on all things Pure Malice! Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @puremalicepodcast Facebook: puremalicepodcast TikTok:@puremalicepodcast YouTube: @puremalicepodcast Pure Malice is hosted by Riane Nix, Taylor Lynch and Britni Burks. Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @rianenix | @tlynch | @britniburks Facebook: Riane Agostino | Taylor Lynch | Britni Burks TikTok: @rianealyn | @bburks7 | @taylorlynch539

    55 min
  8. The Mysterious Death of Tamla Horsford

    Jun 10 • Subscribers Only

    The Mysterious Death of Tamla Horsford

    Hey listeners... We've got a baffling case for you this week. The Mysterious Death of Tamla Horsford is a true crime case you NEED to hear! When Tamla Horsford attended an adult slumber party in Forsyth County, Georgia, she expected a night of fun, football, and friends. Instead, the 40-year-old mother of five was found dead the next morning in the backyard of the home — face down, battered, and bruised. Her death was quickly ruled an accident, but friends, family, and countless strangers online have never believed the story ended there. In this episode, we dive into the timeline, the autopsy inconsistencies, and the chilling questions that still surround the case. Was it really an accident… or something far more sinister? Support our Sponsors: Vital Flow Aesthetics & Wellness: https://www.facebook.com/vitalflowivtherapy If you have any information on this case please contact the authorities. View Justice For Tamla Facebook page here. https://www.facebook.com/JusticeForTam/ 🎙️ Remember... it's not just true crime. It's Pure Malice. 📌 Don’t forget to: 💬 Comment and tell us your thoughts about the case. 🔔 Follow for more true crime & paranormal deep dives. © 2025 Pure Malice/Nix. All Rights Reserved. Music licensed through Artlist. Don’t miss out on all things Pure Malice! Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @puremalicepodcast Facebook: puremalicepodcast TikTok:@puremalicepodcast YouTube: @puremalicepodcast Pure Malice is hosted by Riane Nix, Taylor Lynch and Britni Burks. Patreon: @puremalice Instagram: @rianenix | @tlynch | @britniburks Facebook: Riane Agostino | Taylor Lynch | Britni Burks TikTok: @rianealyn | @bburks7 | @taylorlynch539

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Welcome to Pure Malice, a true crime and paranormal podcast hosted by three sisters who dive into real cases, mysteries, investigations, and unexplained stories that leave people asking what really happened. In our true crime episodes, we cover cold cases, infamous murders, wrongful convictions, disappearances, small-town scandals, and the darker stories that shake entire communities. We bring fresh eyes, thoughtful research, honest reactions, and just enough lightheartedness to help balance the heavy. And when true crime isn't enough, we cross into the unknown. Our paranormal episodes explore hauntings, unexplained encounters, eerie stories, and the moments that make you question what might be waiting just beyond what we can see. Whether it's a case you thought you knew, a story you've never heard of, or a mystery that takes us somewhere stranger, we're here to dig into the details and talk through the questions that still linger. Follow us now if you're looking for a little dark joy, and remember… it's not just true crime. It's Pure Malice.

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  • Creator
    Riane Nix
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Pure Malice/Nix. All Rights Reserved.
  • Show Website
    Pure Malice
  • Provider
    Riane Nix

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