Pure Malice

Riane Nix, Taylor Lynch, & Britni Burks
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Welcome to Pure Malice — where real crimes run deeper than you ever imagined. We unravel the darkest corners of true crime, from cold cases and infamous murders to chilling disappearances and twisted psychological tales. These are the stories that haunt communities — the ones buried in shadows, silence, or scandal. Whether it’s a case you thought you knew or one you've never heard of, we dive in with fresh eyes, new theories, and a relentless search for truth. Evil doesn’t always wear a mask… sometimes, it blends right in. Subscribe now & follow us down the rabbit hole — if you dare!

  1. FEB 12

    Rae Carruth, Part 2- Episode 22

    ⚠️ Listener discretion advised. Welcome back to Pure Malice: Athletes Gone Dark. We’re continuing with Part 2 of the Rae Carruth case. He was a talented wide receiver drafted by the Carolina Panthers in 1997. On the surface, he had everything. Fame. A rising NFL career. A future most people only dream about. But beyond the highlight reels lived a calculated darkness, one that would shatter lives and expose a level of betrayal that still haunts this case today.. Join us as we step onto the football field… and straight into a crime that shocked the sports world and raised questions about fame, accountability, and justice.  Part 2 explores the aftermath of the shooting. 🎧 Listen now and join us for Part 2 of the Rae Carruth case. ✨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.

    57 min

  2. FEB 5

    Rae Carruth, Part 1- Episode 21

    Welcome to the first episode of Pure Malice: Athletes Gone Dark. We’re kicking things off with Part 1 of the Rae Carruth case. He was a talented wide receiver drafted by the Carolina Panthers in 1997. On the surface, he had everything. Fame. A rising NFL career. A future most people only dream about. But beyond the highlight reels lived a calculated darkness, one that would shatter lives and expose a level of betrayal that still haunts this case today.. Join us as we step onto the football field… and straight into a crime that shocked the sports world and raised questions about fame, accountability, and justice.  Part 1 explores Carruth’s early life, his climb to professional football, and the unraveling of his relationship with Cherica Adams, a personal spiral that quickly went out of bounds. 🎧 Listen now and join us for Part 1 of the Rae Carruth case. ⚠️ Listener discretion advised. ✨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.

    49 min

  3. JAN 27

    The Bell Witch, Episode 20

    In the early 1800s, long before horror films, viral legends, or ghost-hunting equipment, a wealthy farming family in Tennessee found themselves at the center of one of the most chilling and enduring paranormal stories in American history. What began as strange sounds in the night quickly escalated into something far more sinister. Voices with personalities. Invisible hands. Violent attacks. And a presence that didn’t just haunt the Bell family. It spoke, mocked, threatened, and claimed responsibility for death itself. Join us as we descend into the legend of The Bell Witch, a case that has blurred the line between folklore, true crime, and the supernatural for over two centuries. The Bell Witch wasn’t a silent shadow lurking in corners. It was loud. Intelligent. Cruel. It carried grudges, named enemies, gave sermons, sang at funerals, and tormented children and adults alike. Witnesses included neighbors, family members, and even a would be President of the United States, all claiming they heard and experienced the same unexplainable phenomena. We break down the origins of the Bell Witch haunting, the terrifying escalation of events inside the Bell household, and the figure most often blamed for the entity’s rage. From physical assaults and psychological torment to the mysterious illness and death of John Bell Sr., this story challenges even the most skeptical minds. Was this a case of mass hysteria? A carefully orchestrated hoax fueled by revenge? Early psychological manipulation? Or something far darker that defies rational explanation? We explore the theories that attempt to explain the Bell Witch and why, despite centuries of scrutiny, no explanation fully closes the case. The land remains infamous and the legend refuses to rest. This episode isn’t just about a ghost story. It’s about fear, belief, power, and how a single haunting embedded itself so deeply into American culture that it still lingers today. Whether you’re a skeptic, a believer, or somewhere in between, Pure Malice invites you to listen closely. Listener discretion is advised.

    58 min

  4. JAN 20

    The Billionaire Murders, Part 2: The Unsolved Case of Barry and Honey Sherman

    One of Canada’s wealthiest couples.A Toronto mansion.A crime scene so strange it defied logic from the very beginning. In this gripping episode, we unravel The Billionaire Murders, the still-unsolved deaths of pharmaceutical billionaire Barry Sherman and his wife Honey Sherman. What was first labeled a murder-suicide quickly unraveled into one of the most controversial and perplexing true crime cases in recent history. Barry Sherman, founder of generic drug giant Apotex, was known for his immense wealth, influence, and no shortage of powerful enemies. Honey Sherman, a philanthropist and socialite, was equally well known in elite circles. When the couple was found dead under bizarre and unsettling circumstances, questions immediately flooded in. Why were their bodies positioned the way they were?Why did early conclusions change so drastically?What did conflicting autopsies reveal? In this episode, we look at the disturbing discovery inside the Sherman home, conflicting findings between the first and second autopsies, the immense wealth, lawsuits, and possible motives, and why this case remains one of Canada’s most haunting unsolved mysteries. With conclusions that continue to spark debate, the deaths of Barry and Honey Sherman leave behind more questions than answers. Was this a targeted hit? A staged scene meant to mislead investigators? Or something even darker hidden behind privilege and power? If you’re drawn to true crime, unsolved cases, billionaire murders, and investigations where the official story doesn’t sit right, this episode will stay with you long after the final minute. 🎧 Listen now and decide for yourself.

    1h 5m

  5. JAN 1

    The Billionaire Murders Part 1: The Unsolved Case of Barry and Honey Sherman

    One of Canada’s wealthiest couples. A Toronto mansion. A crime scene so strange it defied logic from the very beginning. In this gripping episode, we unravel The Billionaire Murders, the still-unsolved deaths of pharmaceutical billionaire Barry Sherman and his wife Honey Sherman. What was first labeled a murder-suicide quickly unraveled into one of the most controversial and perplexing true crime cases in recent history. Barry Sherman, founder of generic drug giant Apotex, was known for his immense wealth, influence, and no shortage of powerful enemies. Honey Sherman, a philanthropist and socialite, was equally well known in elite circles. When the couple was found dead under bizarre and unsettling circumstances, questions immediately flooded in. Why were their bodies positioned the way they were? Why did early conclusions change so drastically? What did conflicting autopsies reveal? In this episode, we look at the disturbing discovery inside the Sherman home, conflicting findings between the first and second autopsies, the immense wealth, lawsuits, and possible motives, and why this case remains one of Canada’s most haunting unsolved mysteries. With conclusions that continue to spark debate, the deaths of Barry and Honey Sherman leave behind more questions than answers. Was this a targeted hit? A staged scene meant to mislead investigators? Or something even darker hidden behind privilege and power? If you’re drawn to true crime, unsolved cases, billionaire murders, and investigations where the official story doesn’t sit right, this episode will stay with you long after the final minute. 🎧 Listen now and decide for yourself.

    59 min

  6. 12/25/2025

    Mini Malice: The Christmas Murders Episode 17

    🎙️ Listener discretion is advised.This episode marks a first for Pure Malice and it’s anything but merry. Welcome to Mini Malice, our brand-new special edition episodes where we dive into shorter true crime cases that still leave a lasting chill. Same dark curiosity, same sharp storytelling, just served in smaller, more sinister bites. For our premiere Mini Malice, we’re leaning fully into the holiday season and uncovering the disturbing truth behind two Christmas-related murders that prove even the most festive time of year can hide unimaginable darkness. In our first case, we examine the murder of Silvestri Hernandez Diaz, a crime that unfolded during the holidays and left behind unanswered questions, haunting details, and a brutal reminder that violence doesn’t take a break for Christmas. What should have been a time of warmth and celebration instead became a scene of tragedy, forever altering the lives connected to it. Our second case focuses on the murder of Michelle O’Doud, a heartbreaking and unsettling crime that shook her community. As we walk through the timeline, evidence, and aftermath, we explore how the holiday backdrop made the crime even more jarring, transforming familiar seasonal comforts into something deeply unsettling. These cases may be shorter, but their impact is anything but small. Mini Malice is designed for listeners who crave concise storytelling without losing the emotional weight, investigative detail, or uncomfortable truths that define true crime. Light the tree, pour the cocoa, and brace yourself. Because in this special edition of Pure Malice, the holidays come wrapped in shadows.

    33 min

  7. 12/18/2025

    The Manhattan Alien Abduction- Episode 16

    Aliens don’t just visit quiet back roads and endless cornfields. Sometimes, they choose the brightest city on Earth. In this episode of Pure Malice, we take you straight into the heart of Manhattan for one of the strangest and most controversial alien abduction cases ever reported. Amid the traffic, towering skyscrapers, and constant noise of New York City, an ordinary night took a sharp turn into the unknown. Witnesses describe missing time, blinding lights between buildings, and encounters that feel more like science fiction than reality. But this isn’t a movie set. This is Manhattan. And the details of this case raise unsettling questions about what might be hiding in plain sight. Was this a genuine extraterrestrial encounter? A psychological phenomenon fueled by stress and suggestion? Or something even harder to explain? As we break down the timeline, the eyewitness accounts, and the lingering mysteries, one thing becomes clear. Whatever happened that night left a permanent mark on everyone involved. From eerie patterns common in reported alien abductions to the chilling idea that no place is truly off-limits, this case challenges everything we think we know about UFO sightings, extraterrestrial life, and unexplained phenomena. If aliens were going to make contact, would they really choose a city that never sleeps? Join us as we explore the evidence, the theories, and the unanswered questions behind The Manhattan Alien Abduction. Lock your doors, look up at the skyline, and ask yourself one question. If it happened there… could it happen anywhere? 🎧 Listen now on Spotify 📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube Sources: Hopkins, Budd. 1996. Witnessed: The True Story of the Brooklyn Bridge UFO Abductions. New York, NY: Pocket Books. Lowe, Lindsay. 2024. 'The Manhattan Alien Abduction' controversial true story: Why the star is suing Netflix. November 1. Accessed December 17, 2025. https://www.today.com/popculture/manhattan-alien-abduction-true-story-rcna178005. 2024. The Manhattan Alien Abduction. Directed by Vivienne Perry and Daniel Vernon. Sheaffer, Robert. 2011. "Abductology Implodes." Skeptical Inquirer 25-27.

    1h 2m

  8. 12/09/2025

    The Slenderman Stabbing, Part 2

    Slenderman was supposed to stay online — a faceless shadow lurking in the corners of the internet, a horror story whispered across forums and creepypasta threads. But in 2014, that fiction snapped into reality when two 12-year-old girls in Wisconsin carried out a brutal attack in the name of a monster who didn’t exist. In Part 2 of our Pure Malice coverage, we continue unraveling one of the most haunting cases born from internet folklore: the stabbing of Peyton Leutner by her friends, Morgan Geyser and Anissa Weier. This chapter takes us beyond the crime itself and into the years that followed — the appeals, the psychiatric evaluations, the court decisions, and the moment Morgan Geyser was granted conditional release… only to attempt an escape from her group home. We walk you through her release conditions, her disappearance, her recapture, and the fallout that followed. And we also bring you an update on the survivor at the heart of this story: Peyton, whose resilience remains the most powerful part of this case. If you grew up on Slenderman lore, creepypasta forums, or the early internet horror boom, this episode hits a nerve. And if you’ve ever wondered how digital myth bleeds into real-world violence — and why this case still grips the public a decade later — this deep dive is for you. Listen now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. And if you want more stories that peel back the layers of cases you think you know, remember to subscribe, rate, and share. Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast and on this website is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The hosts will not be held responsible for any misled interpretations of the contents. The opinions and views expressed are those of the hosts and guests and should not be considered advice. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of any statements from guests or the sufficiency of the information. Sources: Wisconsin Courts+1  CBS News CBS News+2KPBS Public Media+2 Wikipedia+2CBS News+2 CBS News  KPBS Public Media CBS News   CBS News  Wikipedia+1 Wikipedia+1 KPBS Public Media KPBS Public Media  CBS News+2KPBS Public Media+2 WTMJ CBS News CBS News   CBS News . Yahoo CBS News Wikipedia+1 WTMJ+1 WTMJ+2WTMJ+2 NY1+2WTMJ+2  Wikipedia TMJ4 News  WTMJ The Guardian+1.  WTMJ+2WTMJ+2 CBS News Wikipedia+1 TMJ4 News WTMJ+2WTMJ+2 The Guardian+1

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Welcome to Pure Malice — where real crimes run deeper than you ever imagined. We unravel the darkest corners of true crime, from cold cases and infamous murders to chilling disappearances and twisted psychological tales. These are the stories that haunt communities — the ones buried in shadows, silence, or scandal. Whether it’s a case you thought you knew or one you've never heard of, we dive in with fresh eyes, new theories, and a relentless search for truth. Evil doesn’t always wear a mask… sometimes, it blends right in. Subscribe now & follow us down the rabbit hole — if you dare!

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  • Creator
    Riane Nix, Taylor Lynch, & Britni Burks
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Riane Nix, Taylor Lynch, & Britni Burks
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