Send us a Text Message.

We close out pride month by in this episode by discussing the life and legacy of Matthew Shepard, a young man whose tragic death in 1998 sparked a global outcry against hate crimes and galvanized the LGBTQ+ rights movement. We explore Shepard's early life, his journey to acceptance of his sexuality, and the events leading up to his brutal assault and murder in Wyoming. Join as we reflect on the lasting impact of Matthew's legacy, from the passage of the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act to ongoing efforts to combat discrimination and promote inclusivity.

To find out more about the Matthew Shepard foundation, please visit https://www.matthewshepard.org/

If you would like to make a donation to support the show, please visit https://buymeacoffee.com/criminallynerdypodcast

Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.

In today's episode, we are discussing the haunting case of Britney Cosby and Crystal Jackson, a couple who were deeply in love and navigating life together in Texas. Their promising future was abruptly cut short when their bodies were discovered heartlessly tossed next to a dumpster in Port Bolivar. What initially seemed like a random act of violence soon revealed that the monster responsible for this brutal double homicide was shockingly close to home. Join as we discuss the lives or Britney & Crystal, detectives relentless pursuit of the truth during the investigation, and how they were able to navigate through a sea of deception and lies to catch a killer.

If you would like to make a donation to help support the show, please check out https://buymeacoffee.com/criminallynerdypodcast.

Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.

In this gripping episode, we delve into the chilling case of Colin Ireland, also know as "The Gay Slayer", a serial killer who terrorized London's gay community in the early 1990's. Join as we discuss his twisted motivation, his torturous methods, and his calculated approach to selecting victims. We'll examine the shocking scenes he left behind, the way investigators overcame institutional bias, and how with the help of a previously distrusting community, they were able to hunt down and catch a monster hiding in plain sight.

If you would like to make a donation to help support the show, please check out ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/criminallynerdypodcast ⁠

Support the Show.