Best Daniel and Melissa MacArthur Podcasts (2025)

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Bonus Episode- True Crime University with your host Debby: Lesson- Gender and Crime 34:34

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Meet our podcast friend Debby, who weekly takes us into the classroom as she discusses a true crime case or topic. True Crime University concentrates on the psychology of criminal behavior and offender profiling. Warning: Adult language and content; listener discretion is advised. Season 3, Episode 10: Lesson- Gender and Crime In this short lesson …

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The MacArthur's Talk Haunted Locations... Arizona! 29:25

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From haunted hospitals and outlaw theatres to growling desert domes, Arizona is crawling with ghosts who never got the memo to move on. In this episode Melissa dives into the top 10 most haunted locations across the desert state. You'll laugh, you'll scream, and you definitely won't be checking into room 242.…

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Bonus Episode- It’s Always the Husband with Sarah and Megan: There's more water in the coffin than the bath 37:36

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Meet our friends Sarah and Megan. The amazing and hilarious hosts of It's Always the Husband. This episode is one of Sarah's favorite Forensic Files ever, called Slippery Motives. when an "elite runner" takes his wife on a business vacation, all hell breaks loose. Towel racks, inappropriate sexual advances at funerals, piss-poor burials, The Book o…

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Just Melissa: The murder of Katlyn Harp with an update on the case of Erin Patterson 10:55

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When 33-year-old Katlyn Harp vanished after a final phone call with her sister, her disappearance raised more questions than answers. days later, her body was found sealed inside a green metal box- hidden in the woods. Her husband, Vincent Harp is now charged with her murder. In this episode Melissa unpacks the chilling investigation, digital clues…

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After The Show: Episode 146 - Jospeh and Emily Ferlazzo with Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie 17:32

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*Remember, opinions are like buttholes; everybody has one and they all stink! Join us for the unfiltered and unedited discussion on the case. These are the conversations we used to have after we hit stop. Only now we keep recording. The banter is about to get a little more interesting and even more dysfunctional. Listen at your own risk.…

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Episode 146- Joseph and Emily Ferlazzo with Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie 1:21:20

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**Skip the foreplay around the 10:00 mark. This is a rough guesstimation due to ad placement. Two women. Two vans. Two violent endings. In this episode, Melissa tells Daniel the haunting similarities between the chilling case of Emily Ferlazzo and the high-profile murder of Gabby Petito. Young women who set out on road trips with the men they loved…

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Bonus Episode- Mortal Musings with Neil and Megan: Omaima Nelson and the Murder of Bill Nelson 46:30

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Meet our friends Neil and Megan from Mortal Musings. Coming all the way at you from across the pond. Another true crime couple for you to adore. In today's episode we are discussing Omaima Nelson and the extremely brutal murder of Bill Nelson. This is a case that involves compassion for the difficulties that Omaima faced in her life, without attemp…

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After the Show: Episode 145- Derrick "Ricky" and Pamela Ballin 14:25

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Join us for the unfiltered and unedited discussion on the case. These are the conversations we used to have after we hit stop. Only now we keep recording. The banter is bound to get a little more interesting and even more dysfunctional. Listen at your own risk.By Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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Derrick "Ricky" and Pamela Ballin 1:10:38

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Case begins around the 12:00 mark. This is a rough guesstimation due to ad placement. When Ricky Ballin was found bludgeoned to death in the foyer of his upscale home that he shared with his wife Pamela in Lithonia Georgia, the story just didn't add up. Especially when Pamela told police she had hidden in the upstairs closet during the entire attac…

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Just Melissa- The Horrific Murder of Julian Story 6:20

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When former Beauty and the Geek Australia contestant Tamika Chesser moved back in with her ex-boyfriend Julian Story, no one expected it to end in horror. But in June 2025, police discovered Julian’s dismembered and burned body in the bathroom of his South Australia apartment—and his head was missing. Now, Tamika stands charged with murder and dese…

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The MacArthur's Talk Cryptids... Arizona! 24:50

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From haunted camels to horned rabbits with a vendetta, Melissa is diving deep into the dusty weirdness of Arizona's wildest legends. Join us as we count down the Top 10 Cryptids lurking in the Grand Canyon State - including ghost dogs, desert bigfoot, La Llorona, and the ever sassy jackalope. It's spooky, it's funny, a bit dysfunctional, and it wil…

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Just Melissa- The Poop Cruise 10:41

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In this episode Melissa talks about the true tale of the Carnival Triumph disaster, aka the "Poop Cruise". An engine fire, no working toilets, and the phrase "biohazard bag" used unironically- let's dive into what went wrong, what passengers endured, and the lawsuits that followed.By Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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Bonus Episode- Mama Mystery with Kelly Evans: The Suspicious Disappearance of Kyron Horman 54:54

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*Bonus Episode- meet Mama Mystery with Kelly Evans In this episode, we're diving deep into the haunting disappearance of Kyron Horman, the 7-year-old boy who vanished from Skyline Elementary School in Portland Oregon, on June 4th, 2010. After posing proudly in front of his science fair project, Kyron seemingly vanished into thin air sparking Oregon…

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Just Melissa- The arrest of Barry Morphew for the murder of his wife Suzanne Morphew 10:33

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Suzanne Morphew vanished on Mother's Day 2020. Her husband Barry said she went for a bike ride and never returned. Now, five years later-with the discovery of her body and tranquilizers found in her system-he's charged with murder... again. Was this a deadly coverup or a wrongful accusation? Listen as Melissa breaks down the evidence, timeline, and…

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Just Melissa: With Special Guest Daniel- Update on the case of Aaron and Victoria Goodwin 13:08

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Melissa gives Daniel an update on this shocking case. Listen as Melissa takes Daniel inside the emotional courtroom showdown where Aaron confronts the woman who plotted his murder face-to-face. Hear powerful statements from both sides and the final sentence. Get the full case: Episode 140- Aaron and Victoria Goodwin…

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The MacArthur's Talk Haunted Locations... Tennessee 41:00

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Join your favorite dysfunctional couple, the MacArthur's, as they take a haunted road trip through the spookiest back roads and hot spots of beautiful Tennessee. The "Volunteer" state has a Bell Witch. Ghosts on the Chattanooga Choo Choo. A haunted bathtub. Civil War soldiers who are still living the same day over and over again. And we end with a …

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Just Melissa: The Strange Case Surrounding the Death of Mica Miller 13:20

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A lot of you have been asking and due to some strange and interesting news I decided to look into the case a bit. Wow! So many red flags. *Always remember, opinions are like buttholes. Everybody has one and they all stink.By Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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After the Show: Episode 144- Ryan Jenkins and Jasmine Fiore 14:15

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Join us for the unfiltered and unedited discussion on the case. These are the conversations we have after we press stop. Only now we keep recording. The banter is bound to get a little interesting and even more dysfunctional. Listen at your own risk.By Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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Ryan Jenkins and Jasmine Fiore 1:11:18

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Case begins around 11:00 **this is subject to change due to ad length, but this is a good guesstimation. On this episode of Till Death Do Us Part Melissa tells Daniel the case that rocked the reality television world. When a young woman is found stuffed in a suitcase at the bottom of a Los Angeles dumpster, investigators get to work trying to figur…

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The MacArthur's Talk Cryptids... Tennessee 27:57

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Tennessee are you ready? We have 6 of your most famous cryptids. Plus, lots of dysfunctional banter. You're welcome!By Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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Bonus Episode- Crime and Coffee Couple: The Murder of April Milsap 46:16

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*Episode Swap with our friends Mike and Allison from Crime and Coffee Couple. Listen as Allison takes Mike through the ends and outs of the horrific murder of 14-year-old April Milsap. And how a fitness tracking app on April's phone led to the conviction of her killer. Mike and Allison have become really great podcasting friends of ours, and we dec…

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Just Melissa- The Official Pardon of Todd and Julie Chrisley 7:32

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Obviously, there is way more to this case than just 7 minutes but here's what we know now about the presidential pardon of the Chrisley's. I'll have more on this story as soon as they are released.By Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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After The Show: Episode 143- David and Penelope Jackson 19:08

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Join us for an unfiltered and unedited discussion on the case. These are the conversations we have after we hit stop. Only now we keep recording. Bound to get a little interesting and even more dysfunctional. Listen at your own risk. *I did find the points read by the judge during Penelope's sentencing hearing. Very interesting.…

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David and Penelope Jackson 1:26:02

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Case begins around 15:00 ** this can change due to ads, but this is a good guesstimation. On this episode Melissa tells Daniel the ends and outs of the case that had the people of Great Britain on the edge of their seats. The case officially known as The Bubble and Squeak Murder. On a cold winter's night in February of 2021, a call came into the lo…

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Just Melissa: The Murder of Valeria Marquez 15:15

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Thanks to armchair investigators on social media this case is gaining much needed traction. Is beauty and style influencer Valeria Marquez's murder a cartel hit or possibly a case of jealousy and envy? Perpetrated by the people who she trusted the most? I have a feeling we will know very soon.By Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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The MacArthur's Talk Haunted Locations... Kentucky 37:32

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Haunted Locations begin around the 6:00 mark. **This can change due to ads, but this is a good guesstimation. Kentucky!!! You sly minx. You have some amazing haunts. This was fun! Once again, the MacArthur's are ridiculous and go off the rails. Enjoy the dysfunction.By Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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Just Melissa- The resentencing of Lyle and Erik Menendez 7:56

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I had to do it! A little background on the case and the update many of us have been waiting for. Good or bad.By Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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After the Show- James and Beverly Jean Long 18:55

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Join us for an unfiltered and unedited discussion on the case. Hear the conversation after we really should have hit stop. Disclaimer: Opinions are like buttholes; everybody has one and most of them stink.By Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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James and Beverly Jean Long 1:07:56

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Case begins around the 13:00 marker. Factoids- On this episode Daniel talks about lawn mowers. I know!! In January of 2003, a call came into the Butts County 911 call center. A structure was on fire and someone was trapped inside. Firefighters and medical personnel were immediately on the scene. Found inside the shop was the charred remains of a bo…

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Just Melissa- The Case Against Joshua Lee Hunsucker and an update on the Erin Patterson case in Australia 10:46

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A husband and father, in North Carolina, has been accused of the first-degree murder of his wife and the attempted murder of his daughter. His 32-year-old Wife Stacy, died suddenly at home. Her death was initially attributed to a heart attack. But Stacy's mother was suspicious and reported her daughter's death to the authorities. Plus, an update on…

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The MacArthur's Talk Cryptids... Kentucky! 38:25

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Cryptids begin at 8:00 Alright Kentucky! This was fun. You gave us lots of fun cryptids and excessive amounts of bantar. Our haters love that! Send us a text Support the showBy Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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Just Melissa- The case against Erin Patterson 10:27

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America might be captivated by the Karen Reed trial (I'm not), but Australia has been leaning hard into the case against Erin Patterson. And now, so am I. Wait till you hear what she "allegedly" did to her family members. It's wild! Send us a text Support the showBy Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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Fabio and Monica Sementilli with Robert Baker 1:45:13

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Case begins at 16:00- Factoids went long Listen as Melissa tells Daniel a case that took 8 long years to prosecute but only recently came to a dramatic end. When a celebrity hairdresser is savagely murdered in his home, was his death the result of a string of high-end burglaries or something much more sinister. We are going with sinister. Enjoy! Se…

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After the Show: Fabio and Monica Sementilli with Robert Baker 16:17

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Join us for an unfiltered and unedited discussion on the case. Listen to the conversation after we should have hit stop. Disclaimer: Opinion are like buttholes; everyone has one and most of them stink. Send us a text Support the showBy Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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Just Melissa- Scott and Laci Peterson Update 10:30

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Oh Boy! I’m always so nervous talking about the murder of Laci but after skimming through the Los Angeles Innocence Project's newest petition to overturn the 2004 conviction of Scott Peterson, I was intrigued. Let me know what you think of the "new evidence and witness statements. *information came from CourtTV, People Magazine, ABC news, CBS news,…

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The MacArthur's Talk Haunted Locations... Alabama 38:05

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Alright Alabama! You have some serious haunts. Sorry for the banter at your expense. Can't wait to visit you someday. Send us a text Support the showBy Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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Just Melissa- Gerhardt and Arielle Konig 9:01

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Remember those Afternoon Delight episodes we used to do? Giving you up to date information on cases that were all over the news at this moment. Well, we are bringing them back but due to the chaos and busyness of our lives it appears that only Melissa will be doing these ones. Hence the name "Just Melissa". Maybe sometimes we can get Daniel to jump…

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After the Show: Aaron and Victoria Goodwin with Grant Amato 12:41

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Join us for an unfiltered, unedited, and unhinged discussion on the case. Listen to the conversation after we should have hit stop. Disclaimer: opinions are like buttholes; everyone has one and most of them stink. Enjoy! Send us a text Support the showBy Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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Aaron and Victoria Goodwin with Grant Amato 1:06:43

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Case begins at 12:00 Many people asked so I delivered. Wow is this case crazy! And only about to get crazier. Listen as Melissa tells Daniel the ends and outs of this recent murder for hire plot. Starring the sidekick to the one and only Zak Baggins, Aaron Goodwin from the paranormal reality show called Ghost Adventures. Plus, a convicted murderer …

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The MacArthur's Talk Cryptids... Alabama 36:47

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Thank you so much Vanessa for your recommendation! Alabama, also known as the "Heart of Dixie", surely delivered! There were so many amazing cryptids. But we narrowed it down to 12. Enjoy! Send us a text Support the showBy Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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After the Show- Episode 139: Chester Gillette and Grace Brown 16:38

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Listen as we discuss the case unfiltered and unedited. The conversations we have after we hit stop. Only now, we keep recording. Always gets a little more interesting and a little more dysfunctional. Enjoy! Send us a text Support the showBy Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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Chester Gillette and Grace Brown 1:11:49

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Case begins at 10:30 Listen as Melissa tells Daniel a case from all the way back in 1906. A murder so heinous that it just so happened to inspire an award-winning movie. And an act so intriguing that remnants from the murder are still finding their way into people's everyday lives. Got your attention? Good! Now go listen. Send us a text Support the…

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Bonus Episode- Betrayed! The case of Larry Badar or Fritz Johnson 51:49

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A little Patreon exclusive content to wet your whistle. In this episode of Betrayed! I tell Daniel a case that has never actually been solved. Leaving many asking, "who the hell was Fritz Johnson?" Betrayed! episodes are cases of love gone wrong but that don't necessarily end in murder, each episode is included in our monthly Patreon subscription w…

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The MacArthur's Talk Haunted Locations... Massachusetts 44:19

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Our final dive into Massachusetts! The home of Dunkin Donuts and the Salem Witch Trials. Which one is worse? I kid! Love ya Mass. Send us a text Support the showBy Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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The MacArthur's Talk Cryptids... Massachusetts 36:16

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March is for Massachusetts! Listen as Melissa tells Daniel the top cryptids for this tiny state in New England. Enjoy! Send us a text Support the showBy Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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Steve and Crystal McDowell 1:16:42

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When a young mother goes missing during a hurricane, her close-knit family knows she did not just take off. Something happened to her. But was it the ex-husband? Or someone else even closer? Listen as Melissa tells Daniel the tragic story. Case begins at 12:00 Send us a text Support the showBy Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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After the Show- Episode 138: Steve and Crystal McDowell 17:30

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Listen as we discuss the case unfiltered and unedited. The conversations we have after we hit stop. Only now, we keep recording. Always gets a little interesting and more dysfunctional. Enjoy! Send us a text Support the showBy Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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The MacArthur's Talk Haunted Locations... Utah! 40:37

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Ok Utah! You've got some seriously haunted establishments. We are impressed. Send us a text Support the showBy Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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Bonus Episode- Drunk In Love: Cleopatra and Mark Antony- Love, Lust and Fellatio 40:48

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Drunk In Love is our brand-new podcast! Listen as Melissa tells Daniel history's most famous love stories. Go give the podcast a follow. Drunk in Love can be found on all major podcast streaming platforms. Enjoy! Send us a text Support the showBy Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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Doug and Ashley Benefield- Part 2 49:00

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Whoo-hoo!! The conclusion of this crazy case. Enjoy! Send us a text Support the showBy Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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