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Love a cozy yet dark vibe? Join Allison and Mike, a witty, married duo with over 20 years of banter under their belts, for Crime and Coffee Couple—your weekly true crime fix. Kick back with a cup of coffee as their funny, relatable chitchat eases you into the dark corners of lesser-known cases, uncovered through Allison’s meticulous research. Fans love the refreshing blend of sarcasm and heart, balancing chilling stories with respect for the victims. It’s like sitting with friends who just happen to unravel mysteries—never sensational, always honoring the victims. Ready to sip and solve? Dive in!

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John George Haigh - The Acid Bath Murderer | Ep 1

Our first episode! Allison dives into the story of John George Haigh - The Acid Bath Murderer. One of the most notorious English serial killers, responsible for at least 6 murders between 1944 and 1949.

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Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Haigh

The Story of John George Haigh, The Acid Bath Murderer, Is Just As Gruesome As His Nickname Suggests by Katie Serena: Allthatisinteresting.com

Murderpedia - https://murderpedia.org/male.H/h/haigh-john.htm

Old Police Cells Museum - https://www.oldpolicecellsmuseum.org.uk/content/history/sussex_murders/john_george_haigh

The True Crime Edition: The Acid Bath Murders by Josie Klakstrom - https://medium.com/the-true-crime-edition/the-acid-bath-murderer-63df7c5a7670

The Wakefield Express: John George Haigh: Everything you need to know about the Acid Bath Murderer & his links to Wakefield - https://www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk/arts-and-culture/film-and-tv/john-george-haigh-everything-you-need-know-about-acid-bath-murderer-and-his-links-wakefield-2914653

Crime & Investigation: John Haigh Crime Files - https://www.crimeandinvestigation.co.uk/crime-files/john-haigh-the-acid-bath-murderer

Serialkillercalendar.com: The Acid Bath Murderer - John George Haigh - https://serialkillercalendar.com/THE-ACID-BATH-MURDERER-JOHN-GEORGE-HAIGH-JR.php

YouTube: The Acid Bath Murderer part 1 & 2 by Eleanor Neale - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3r8mxF7I1M

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Daniel LaPlante | Ep 2

We don't want to spoil it if you haven't heard the details, but there's an awkward date, super-stalking, and a tragic ending. This story told by Mike is one that nightmares and horror movies are made of. It's one of the most fascinating and horrifying stories you'll hear in the true crime world. This is the story of Daniel LaPlante.

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https://www.joeturnerbooks.com/post/daniel-laplante

https://www.talkmurderwithme.com/blog/2021/2/3/daniel-laplante

https://www.mamamia.com.au/daniel-laplante/

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Ed Gein - The Butcher of Plainfield | Ep 4

Talk about a momma's boy. Mike introduces us to the messed up world of Ed Gein (pronounced GEEN), his fascination with his mother, and how he dealt with no longer having her in his life.

Ed Gein is the inspiration of several television and movie characters including Buffalo Bill (Silence of the Lambs), and Norman Bates (Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho).

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Sources:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ed_Gein

Ed Gein: America’s Most Notorious Psychopath | World’s Most Evil Killers | Real Crime - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fFqxItB5PlE

https://allthatsinteresting.com/edward-gein

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Vickie Dawn Jackson - The Angel of Death | Ep 3

When you get sick in the hospital, you click your call button and expect some help, right? Not if your nurse is Vickie Dawn Jackson.

This week Allison tells the story of the nurse that killed at least 10 patients at the Nocona General Hospital in Nocona, TX between 2000 and 2001.

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vickie_Dawn_Jackson

https://murderpedia.org/female.J/j/jackson-vickie-dawn.htm

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Dennis Nilsen - British Jeffrey Dahmer? | Ep 5

Dennis is the flatmate you'd never want to have. Allison's been working on gathering details on Dennis Nilsen for a few weeks now. This guy could have gotten away with a lot more murders had he not been forced from his lair. He murdered at least twelve young men and boys between 1978 and 1983 in London, and this is the story.

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Sources:

Wikipedia

Biography.com: Dennis Nilsen

Netflix Documentary: Memories of a Murderer: The Nilsen Tapes

The Real Des: 2020 TV movie

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Ursula and Sabina Eriksson - Motorway Twins

These identical twin sisters show just how scary mental health issues can be. They suffered from a very rare condition, and took it to the M6 Motorway in England.

This story is unique because there is video available for a lot of what happened! See our sources below for a good start, but you can likely Google/YouTube it.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VTpFWiEx3eo - Madness in the Fast Lane - Swedish Sisters

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ursula_and_Sabina_Eriksson

https://www.vice.com/en/article/xwpzvj/the-twins-who-ran-into-traffic-before-stabbing-a-man-to-death

https://www.ranker.com/list/strange-facts-about-the-eriksson-sisters/harrison-tenpas

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The Torture & Murder of Sylvia Likens

This is the heartbreaking story of the murder & torture of Sylvia Likens which took place in Indianapolis, Indiana in October of 1965. The 16 year old girl was tortured & beaten over a three week period by at least 10 people. Big trigger warnings in this story due to child abuse & sexual torture.

If you or someone you know needs help, please CALL OR TEXT the the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline OR dial 911.

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1-800-422-4453

Serving the U.S. and Canada, the hotline is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with professional crisis counselors who provide assistance in over 170 languages. The hotline offers crisis intervention, information, and referrals to thousands of emergency, social service, and support resources. All calls, texts and chats are confidential.

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References:

Peoplepill.com: Murder of Sylvia Likens. American Torture & Murder Victim.

The Disturbing Death of Sylvia Likens by Heather Monroe

True Crime Edition: The Torture & Murder of Sylvia Likens

Retro Indy: The Murder of Sylvia Likens, as told over 50 years ago

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Robert Wone - "Friends" not forthcoming

A happily married man - regarded as kind, smart, and successful - would spend a night at a "friend's" house in Washington, DC, and now his poor wife may never know exactly what happened that night as his "friends" are sticking to the same story that makes zero sense.

This is the story of the murder of Robert Wone.

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https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Robert_Eric_Wone

https://unresolved.me/robert-wone

https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/06/01/AR2009060103472_5.html?sid=ST2009053102566

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Eric Copple - Jealous Double Murder in Napa Valley (Halloween Night)

Three 20-something young ladies lives would be changed forever, after the Halloween night double-murder by someone they knew - Eric Copple. This happened in 2004.

The ending will make you angry much like it did for Mike.

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Sources:

ABC News: Sole Survivor of Napa Killings Speaks

Murderpedia Facebook

CBS News: Nightmare in Napa

2004 Halloween Napa Valley: YouTube uploaded by Captain Black from Psychic Investigators

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Greg Fleniken - Mystery of Murder in Room 348

Greg Fleniken suddenly died at the MCM Eleganté Hotel in Beaumont, TX in September of 2010. The problem was nobody knew how or why, but there were plenty of guesses.

Greg was a nice guy, no enemies. Great relationship with his wife Susie, and a successful business with his brother Michael. What could have happened? Listen to find out!

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Sources:

https://www.vanityfair.com/culture/2013/05/true-crime-elegante-hotel-texas-murder

https://icantbelieveitsnonfiction.com/2020/10/20/greg-fleniken/

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