Stab in the Back

Stab In The Back
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Dive into the dark world of true crime with us! Every week Benton & Anna review a case introduced to us by the campy world of true crime television documentaries. Watch with us as we have as much to say about the crime as we do about the production values.

  1. 1D AGO

    Fruit of the Tomb

    Sometimes when the spirit of the land is angered, they say a curse could find its way into your life!  First, Benton tells the tale of the legendary Curse of the Pharaohs and the opening of Tutankhamun's tomb. Then, Anna shares the story of Lake Lanier, and why you should always be careful when swimming in a creepy debris field. Finally, the two watch an episode of Cursed Films, profiling the cursed movie set of The Exorcist. Our TV doc this week is Season 1: Episode 1 of Cursed Films, “The Exorcist”.

    1h 33m

  2. MAR 11

    Folie à deux - Cinq!

    Do terrible people still find each other and do even more terrible things? You’ll find out soon! This week’s episode also examines shared delusions among family members that you wouldn’t see coming. First, Benton tells the tale of the 2007 mass suicide in Mymensingh, Bangladesh. Then, Anna tells two stories of family members who spread schizophrenic delusions to each other.  Finally, the two watch a documentary episode of Crimes That Shook Britain, profiling the Moors Murders. Our TV doc this week is Season 6: Episode 5 of Crimes That Shook Britain, profiling Ian Brady and Myra Hindley.

    1h 41m

  3. FEB 18

    Loner with a Boner

    Have you ever wondered what makes an assassin tick? That is the theme of this week's episode, and these guys are all over the place. First, Benton tells the tale of John Hinckley Jr.'s quest to woo Jodie Foster by assassinating President Reagan. Then, Anna relays the tragic tale of President Kennedy's assassination by Lee Harvey Oswald.  Finally, the two watch a documentary profiling the mafia hitman Richard Kuklinski, also known as the Iceman. Our TV documentary this week is The Iceman Tapes: Conversations with a Killer on HBO.

    1h 47m

  4. JAN 13

    Nanny Nanny Boo Boo

    Better keep an eye on that au pair! This episode is all about nannies who definitely don't reduce the parental workload.  First, Benton tells the tale of Christine Banfield's murder by her husband and nanny.  Then, Anna shares the horrible crimes of Yoslyn Ortega. Finally, the two settle in for a British documentary, profiling the notorious trial of Louise Wooodward. Our TV doc this week is What Actually Happened In The Trial of Louise Woodward.

    1h 31m

  5. 12/17/2025

    Blimp with a Limp

    Have you ever wondered where people go when they disappear? We do, too! For Episode 117, we dive into mysterious disappearances that just have no explanation.  First, Benton tells the tale of Blimp L-8, whose two crew members disappeared from without a trace near San Francisco, and Anna relays the tragic story of the missing Sodder children. Lastly, the two enjoy a classic episode of Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, profiling the disappearance of Brian Shaffer. Our TV doc this week is the Jan 21, 2025 Episode of Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, "Where's Brian?".

    1h 49m

  6. 11/18/2025

    Slayyy, Queen!

    Have you ever wondered how safe it is to be a beauty queen? Then episode 116 is for you, because they get murdered, too!  First, Benton tells of the complicated murder of Russel Douglas. Then, Anna relays the story of the stalking murder of Nona Dirksmeyer. Finally, the two watch a classic episode of Cold Case Files, profiling the murder of local beauty queen Tana Wooley. Our TV doc this week is Season 4: Episode 11 of Cold Case Files(first story), "Beauty Queen Killer".

    1h 50m

  7. 10/30/2025

    Bibbiti Bobbitti Boo!

    Have you ever wanted revenge, but knew it was a bad idea? These people let their feelings get the best of them! First, Benton tells the strange tale of John and Lorena Bobbitt. Then, Anna relays the horrific murders of Amy Bishop. Finally, the two watch an iconic episode of American Justice, profiling the murder Thurman Martin. Our TV doc this week is Season 11: Episode 18 of American Justice, "Justifiable Homocide?".

    2h 5m

  8. 09/30/2025

    Full Nelson, As Performed by Fred Durst

    Do wives kill their husbands? Some do! and Episode 114 profiles a few who definitely didn't honor their vows. First, Benton tells the tale of Omaima Nelson and the murder of her husband Bill, and Anna gives us the details of Susan Wright, who stabbed her spouse 193 times. Then, the two watch a classic episode of Forensic Filles, profiling the black widow, Stacey Castor. Our TV doc this week is Forensic Files Season 14: Episode 7, "Freeze Framed".

    1h 49m
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Dive into the dark world of true crime with us! Every week Benton & Anna review a case introduced to us by the campy world of true crime television documentaries. Watch with us as we have as much to say about the crime as we do about the production values.

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  • Creator
    Stab In The Back
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    123
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Stab in the Back
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