Thu, Jan 16, 2020
The Casey Anthony trial for the death of 2-year old Caylee Anthony captivated the nation from 2008 to 2011. An early contender for the trial of the century, Scarlet hosts Sonia Meza-Leon and Brittney Sherman take a deep dive into the history, the lies, and the deception that made Casey the prime murder suspect of her own daughter from the start. Listen to episode 1 of the new True Crime Podcast, Scarlet.
Sat, Jan 18, 2020
Ed Kemper would go on to be famously be know as the co-ed killer of Santa Cruz, CA. Before he was the co-ed killer, he was a child from a broken home who faced an uphill battle from early in life. In part 1 of the exploration of Ed Kemper, Sonia and Brittney discuss Ed's early life and young foray's into violence and sociopathy.
Sat, Jan 18, 2020
In part 2 of Scarlet's deep dive into the life of Ed Kemper, the ladies discuss in depth Ed's evolution into the Co-ed Killer as he manipulates and murders young women. Ed's cunning and violence towards young women is only a precursor to what Ed called his "crescendo". This episode contains the most detailed depictions of violence to date.
Sun, Jan 19, 2020
Lizzie Borden grew up in an affluent New England home, raised by her wealthy father and his much younger wife. Lizzie's frustration with her picture perfect prim and proper life boiled over one fateful morning in a violent act that shook Massachusetts and America. Or was it a very careful frame job conducted within a pristine crime scene? Listen as the ladies discuss the notorious crime that lead to the 19th century's trial of the century. Recorded at Halloween, listen until the end for a special treat.
Sun, Jan 19, 2020
After committing(?) one of the most violent and unspeakable acts of violence in history, Lizzie Borden goes to trial in what became known as the trial of the century. An open and shut case for the prosecution, Lizzie was forced to pull out all of the stops in her defense. Was it enough? Listen in as salacious evidence come out about the crime, and the prosecution attacks Lizzie from all sides. What would become of Lizzie Borden?
Mon, Jan 20, 2020
Sonia and Brittney dive into the history books to research and discuss The Blood Countess, Elizabeth Bathory. Considered one of the inspirations of Bram Stoker's Dracula, she is in the Guinness Book of World Records for most murders in history. A woman of great power and influence, Elizabeth used her great military prowess to gather a following of young women who would become fodder for her violent desires. Fact? Or a revisionist history by influential men looking to disregard Elizabeth's tremendous influence?
Tue, Jan 21, 2020
In 2014 pre-teen girls Anissa Weier and Morgan Geyser lured their friend Payton Leutner over for a birthday party with the intent to kill her in the name of Slender Man. To the girls, Slender Man was as real as could be and they were both terrified and enamored with him, and the only way to protect themselves was to sacrifice their friend. A hometown story for Brittney, dive in as Scarlet discusses the motives, the act, and most intriguing, the aftermath.
Wed, Jan 22, 2020
In the first companion episode where the ladies of Scarlet discuss documentaries, docuseries, shows or movies about true crime, Sonia and Brittney break down the Netflix docuseries, The Devil Next Door. The Devil Next Door is about an elderly man living in Cleveland, Ohio accused of being Nazi death camp guard, "Ivan The Terrible". Listen to their perspective, but warning, SPOILERS AHEAD.
Thu, Jan 23, 2020
This episode of Scarlet is all about the kidnappings of Michelle Knight, Amanda Berry, and Gina DeJesus and their perpetual 10 years of hell living in the captivity of Ariel Castro. Imprisoned in his home for over a decade and forced to live in squalor and subject to beatings and sexual assaults, the three women exhibited true bravery in the face of pure hell.
Sat, Feb 1, 2020
For two years the women of Boston were gripped with fear over the senseless attacks for The Boston Strangler. Explore the details of America's first serial killer with Sonia and Brittney as they describe the details of the crimes that shook one America's most prosperous cities and left a police department reeling. 13 women were slain in senseless acts of sexual and physical violence by an unknown culprit. Listen to part 2 when the ladies of Scarlet discuss Albert DeSalvo, the man who became the primary suspect of the Boston Stranglings. Coming soon.
Tue, Feb 4, 2020
In the second part of our two part Boston Strangler episode, learn about Albert DeSalvo, the man who would confess to being The Boston Strangler. DeSalvo, not unlike many serial killers, had a traumatizing childhood and was introduced to violence and sexual assault early in life. Sonia and Brittney breakdown the ensuing events that led to DeSalvo's crime spree, and the questions that still remain about whether or not he is the true Boston Strangler.
Sat, Feb 8, 2020
Listen to the latest Scarlet TCP companion episode to go along with the Netflix docu-series, "Don't F*** With Cats". Warning: Spoilers and Explicit Language Ahead. In this episode Sonia and Brittney discuss the controversial and disturbing Netflix docu-series that from the outset may look like a joke, but is anything but, and led to a global manhunt helmed by a dedicated and passionate feline loving Facebook group. The ladies get very passionate about the crimes depicted and the despicable actions and personality of the master manipulator, Luca Roca Magnotta.
Sat, Feb 15, 2020
Known across the globe as "The Ugliest Woman in the World", "The Ape Woman", "The Nondescript" among many others, Julia Pastrana was used in life and death in spite of her natural talent, intelligence, and charm, but because of her rare condition that caused her to have full hair growth across her body. She was used, abused, and exploited in life and death for nearly 150 years before she finally was laid to rest. This is a more poignant episode of Scarlet where Sonia and Brittney discuss the "other" side of beauty and the story of sideshows and freak shows in the 19th and 20th Centuries.
Tue, Feb 18, 2020
Ever wonder what the Ladies of Scarlet due to warm up for records? Listen to their first "Top 3" mini-episode where they discuss the celebrity drug overdose deaths that were the most impactful on their lives. This is the first in a series of mini-sodes where you will learn a little more about the Ladies of Scarlet as they warm up for their full episode recordings.
Sat, Feb 22, 2020
Spoiler Alert. Dive into the life and crimes of Aaron Hernandez as The Ladies of Scarlet "unpack as Brittney likes to say" the Netflix Docu-Series, "Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez." Sonia speaks about the. culture of sports in Florida, and Brittney discusses her passion and insight for the passion and drive for success in football.
Sat, Feb 29, 2020
Known as the American Ripper, the first and most prolific serial killer, and the architect of the Hotel of Horrors, Hotel Hell, The Killing Castle, The Murder Mansion, and many others, H.H. Holmes was a murderous deviant doctor with a sick drive for blood. Or was he just a white collar criminal who's cunning breadcrumbs finally caught up to him? And what about his connection to Jack The Ripper? Listen as the Ladies of Scarlet discuss Dr. H.H. Holmes and his half decade of destruction during Chicago's boom in the late 18th Century.
Sat, Mar 7, 2020
SPOILER ALERT. Remarkably true to the source and original story, the Netflix based on a true story series Unbelievable tackles the trials of overcoming sexual assault, and the ferocity of the detectives who refuse to give up pursuing justice. Listen as the Ladies of Scarlet discuss the details, accuracy, and impact of the series in this companion episode.
Sat, Mar 14, 2020
20 episodes in the book, and a pandemic unlike the world has never seen. This week's episode features some of the best moments from the first 6-months of recordings of Scarlet TCP. Some poignant, some funny, some rants. Listen to what we think are some of our best moments and take the opportunity to get caught up on episodes you may have missed.
Tue, Mar 17, 2020
Happy St. Paddy's Day 2020 from your Ladies of Scarlet. Check out the latest "Top 3s" episode to hear Brittney and Sonia's top 3 topics they are looking forward to most discussing in the future, with a few hometown tie-ins. They'll share upcoming episode topics and share their thoughts on other topics as well.
Sat, Mar 21, 2020
Gypsy Rose Blanchard faced medical struggles the likes of which no person, let alone child, should ever endure. But they weren't what they seemed and were all at the hands of her mother monster, Dee Dee Blanchard. In part 1 of this 2 part series the Ladies of Scarlet detail the medical torture Gypsy endured at the behest of her mother. Was any of it necessary, and was Gypsy complicit in taking advantage of opportunities given to her?
Sat, Mar 28, 2020
In part 2 of the Ladies of Scarlet TCP recall of the saga of Gypsy Rose and Dee Dee Blanchard, hear about the shocking unspeakable murder of Dee Dee by Gypsy Rose and her boyfriend Nicholas Godejohn. What at first appeared like a stunning act of random violence unraveled into a tale of pent up anger, love, and finally having enough.