Ranked #1
By the Power of the Moon: Dr. Dante
By the Power of the Moon: Dr. Dante
You want to make money. So you become a hypnotist. Along the way, you marry a starlet, hire a hitman, fight Johnny Carso... Read more
10 Aug 2023
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Gram Theft Parsons: How to Throw a Rock n' Roll Funeral
Gram Theft Parsons: How to Throw a Rock n' Roll Funeral
He had country music wanderlust and rock star ambition. He was a scion of wealth and privilege. Oh, and he was best frie... Read more
8 Aug 2023
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King of the King of the Con Men: Wilson Mizner
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Wise-cracking Wilson Mizner was a legend among legends when it came to cons. Witty, creative, tough, daring, wild, and f... Read more
3 Aug 2023
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Ranked #4
"Say Hello to My Amish Friend": Drugs in Pennsylvania Dutch Country
"Say Hello to My Amish Friend": Drugs in Pennsylvania Dutch Country
No one expects to hear stories of beard-loving, barn-raising, technology-avoiding Amish and Mennonites being involved in... Read more
1 Aug 2023
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Ranked #5
Once, Twice, Three Times an Art Crime: Theft of "Two Laughing Boys"
Once, Twice, Three Times an Art Crime: Theft of "Two Laughing Boys"
The Dutch are famous for a lot of things: tulips, cheese, fine art, double jump rope. They are also pretty good at both ... Read more
27 Jul 2023
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"Honey, Will You Fake Marry Me?" : Runaway Brides and Abducted Grooms
"Honey, Will You Fake Marry Me?" : Runaway Brides and Abducted Grooms
Your wedding day is supposed to be one of the happiest days of your life –– but this cadre of criminal wedding parties, ... Read more
25 Jul 2023
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Ranked #7
Anarchy! I Don’t Know What It Means But I Love It!: William Buwalda
Anarchy! I Don’t Know What It Means But I Love It!: William Buwalda
Alcatraz. The Rock. Home to some of the most notorious criminals in modern American history. Murderers. Vicious thieves.... Read more
20 Jul 2023
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Ranked #8
The Mystery of the Disappearing Sri Lankan National Handball Team
The Mystery of the Disappearing Sri Lankan National Handball Team
In 2004, 23 Sri Lankan men traveled to Germany as the Sri Lankan National Handball Team to take part in an international... Read more
18 Jul 2023
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Ranked #9
The Biggest Little Confidence Queen in Texas (and New York, Montana, and San Francisco): Bertha Heyman
The Biggest Little Confidence Queen in Texas (and New York, Montana, and San Francisco): Bertha Heyman
A tale as old as crime. Phony wealthy widow seeks dupe to front her cash until her non-existent inheritance comes throug... Read more
13 Jul 2023
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They Call Me MacGyver: Gerald Blanchard
They Call Me MacGyver: Gerald Blanchard
He said “no” to Oprah, but he said “yes” to Ridiculous Crime. In a rare twist, Zaron surprises Elizabeth with his own ma... Read more
11 Jul 2023
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