Best Dani and Stephanie Podcasts (2025)

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146. TayPurring: A Taylor Swift PodCat (Olivia's Version) 24:26

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In this second installment of TayPurring, we finally turn our sights on Taylor’s arguably most iconic feline companion: Detective Olivia Benson! From music videos to commercials, Olivia somehow manages to stay just as booked and busy as her own mom, with a sweet and loving purr-sonality to match. Tune in to hear Olivia (your host, not the cat) talk…

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145. TayPurring: A Taylor Swift PodCat (Meredith's Version) 19:48

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It’s no secret to Swifties everywhere that Taylor pawsitively loves a cat purring in her lap because it loves her. In this first installment of TayPurring: A Taylor Swift PodCat, certified cat lover Olivia dives whiskers-first, fearless into the life of Taylor’s very first furbaby: Meredith Grey. From Meredith’s iconic cattitude to her mysterious d…

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44. Blood on the Highway: The Turner-Gaylor Tragedy 1:04:44

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n this wild and tragic tale from Idaho and Utah, Dani and Stephanie unravel the chaotic and heartbreaking story of Natalie Turner, her ex-husband John Ock, and Natalie's fiancé, David Gaylor. A dramatic custody battle over two children escalates into a bitter war that spills into gunfire, leaving Natalie dead, John critically injured, and David fac…

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144. Mental Cages: Eldest Daughter 1:17:28

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“The Life of a Showgirl” may have given us one of Taylor’s most divisive tracks ever…and it’s a track 5, to boot. ‘Eldest Daughter’ has a lot of things going on, but one thing we can all agree on is that Taylor is attempting to be vulnerable on this song. She spends the track exploring themes of childhood-rooted walls, personal insecurities, and pr…

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43. Masked Mayhem: The Unsolved Murder of Christopher Reese 40:10

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In this episode of The Lethal Library, Dani and Stephanie look into the unsolved case of Christopher Reese, a 25-year-old man brutally murdered during a robbery at Jackson's Food Store in Notus, Idaho. Despite a meticulously planned heist, the suspects left behind crucial evidence, and years later the case remains open. The hosts discuss the crime'…

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143. Grab Your Baskets…it’s time to Easter Egg Hunt in the 'The Fate of Ophelia' Music Video! 1:04:00

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It seems that whenever Taylor Swift drops a music video, she can’t help herself…she simply MUST stuff it full of Easter Eggs! Her most recent one, “The Fate of Ophelia”, is absolutely no exception. Taylor herself admits that there are over one hundred eggs embedded into this video, so your hosts went digging to find everything they could. So get ou…

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42. Hate Crime Horror: The Brutal Assault at Lake Lowell 1:19:19

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In this episode of The Lethal Library, Dani and Stephanie look into a chilling case that rocked Idaho in 2016. Steven Nelson, a man simply looking for companionship, faced a brutal and fatal attack near Lake Lowell. Join us as we unravel the details of this heinous crime, the shocking aftermath, and the infuriating shortcomings in Idaho's hate crim…

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142. The Album Review of a Showgirl + Our Unofficial 'The Life of a Showgirl' Track Rankings 1:18:04

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Nearly four weeks ago, ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ was released into the world! During these past four weeks, it seems everyone on the earth has formed an opinion about this album…and your hosts are no different. Join us in today’s much-requested episode as Dani & Olivia break down the album’s highs and lows, track by track, to give you their full rev…

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41. Murder in the Foothills: The Heinous Crimes of Adam Dees 52:52

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Get ready for another unbelievable tale as Dani and Stephanie dive into the 2015 Boise triple homicide committed by a champ of criminal stupidity, Adam Dees. We'll unpack the tragic story of the Welp family and how a foolhardy attempt at robbery turned into a horrifying crime. Think stolen credit cards, useless disguises, and the worst escape plan …

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141. The Music Behind the Muse: Joe Alwyn - Lover (2019) 52:43

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Back in September, you met us in the afterglow when we talked through Taylor Swift & Joe Alwyn’s relationship timeline leading up to the “Lover” album. Today, we invite you to continue this journey through the music behind the muse as we dissect the 2019 album! Specifically, we follow the lyrics to see where Joe influenced these anxiety-riddled lov…

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40. Buried Secrets: The Grisly Tale of Hagnas 43:09

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Join Dani and Stephanie as they dive into the chilling tale of Todd C. Hagnis, who turned a simple arson call near Boise Airport into a grisly double homicide investigation. Discover how a mundane porch beer and lighter led detectives to ghastly hidden bodies and a bizarre confession. We'll take you through the harrowing and methodical police work,…

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140. Harvard's Stephanie Burt Returns! To Talk About Her New Book, "Taylor's Version" 1:12:35

2M ago1:12:35

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She’s back! Today, your hosts are again joined by Harvard University’s very own viral professor, Stephanie Burt, as she talks about Taylor through the lens of her newest book: “Taylor’s Version: The Poetic and Musical Genius of Taylor Swift.” This episode features Dani & Olivia talking with Stephanie through big Taylor questions: can she maintain h…

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39. The Bunny Bash: A Lethal Legacy in Eastern Idaho 1:32:24

2M ago1:32:24

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In this episode of the Lethal Library, hosts Dani and Stephanie delve into the wild history of Idaho's infamous 'Bunny Bash' of 1981. This isn't your typical true crime tale - think less murder mystery, more mass rabbit eradication. As Eastern Idaho farmers faced a literal invasion of crop-devouring jackrabbits, they resorted to brutal measures to …

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139. Unfiltered & Unedited(!) First Impressions of 'The Life of a Showgirl' 51:57

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Is this Taylor’s most divisive album ever released? The internet sure seems to think so! In today’s episode - which is unedited and unfiltered, leaving in every thought, “um”, and cold-as-ice hot take - your hosts tackle their first impressions of “The Life of a Showgirl”. With 12 tracks to go through + a movie & music video to review, Dani & Olivi…

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38: [Annex Edition] Austin’s Frozen Tragedy: The Yogurt Shop Murders Solved 56:04

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Welcome to the first episode of The Lethal Library: Annex Edition! Annex episodes will cover cases outside our home area of Idaho and the Pacific Northwest. This week, we're diving into the harrowing 1991 Austin Yogurt Shop Murders—a case that's haunted Texas for decades. Four teenage girls lost their lives in a brutal crime that led to a web of fa…

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37. The Menace of Marchant: A Tale of Chaos and Tragedy 1:03:57

2M ago1:03:57

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In this gripping episode of 'Lethal Library,' Dani and Stephanie dive into the chaotic life of Bruce Marchant - a criminal who just couldn’t stay out of trouble. From arson and armed robbery to shootouts with police, Marchant's life was a train wreck you can't look away from. Tragically, it culminated in the 2016 murder of 18-year-old Boise State U…

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138. Your Officially Unofficial 'The Life of a Showgirl' Pregame (a.k.a. The Weekend of a Showgirl) 58:27

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The countdown is on! In less than 48 hours, we finally get to look behind the curtains of The Life of a Showgirl. In this episode, Dani & Olivia keep with tradition and share their plans for this weekend (dubbed “The Weekend of a Showgirl”). This weekend is PACKED- from the album release party to Chappell Roan in KC to a wedding, your gals are feel…

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137. The Songs of a Showgirl: Guessing What Each Track Will Sound Like! 45:34

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It’s frightening! It’s rapturous! It’s beautiful! And what we are referring to, of course, is the vulnerable concept of today’s show! In this episode, your hosts continue a beloved Taylearning tradition as they guess what each of the tracks on “The Life of a Showgirl” will sound like. With no lead single and no audio clips released, we know very li…

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36. The Liger King: Fieber's Notorious Wildlife Empire 1:42:21

2M ago1:42:21

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Welcome to the Lethal Library. Dani and Stephanie uncover a story so wild, it practically roars. Journey with us as we explore the bizarre case of Robert Fieber and Dottie Martin, whose passion for exotic animals spiraled into a chaotic ordeal. When police raided their dilapidated game ranch, they found more than just a zoo gone wrong. Big cats on …

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136. The Muses: Joe Alwyn II -...Meet Her in the Afterglow 1:36:47

3M ago1:36:47

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So the secret is out: 2018 Taylor Swift is dating 2018 Joe Alwyn. “Reputation” is in the world, the Rep Tour is impending, and all is well with the darling couple…right? In today’s second installment of the Joe Alwyn Muses Timeline, Dani & Olivia pick up right where they left off in part 1 to talk about the relationship as it builds toward the Love…

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35. Decades of Mystery: The Cold Cases of Two Idaho Women 44:11

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Join hosts Dani and Stephanie on The Lethal Library as they dive into the intricate true crime tales of Marilyn Hickey and Cheryle Barratt. These chilling cases, spanning Washington and Idaho, remained unsolved for decades until advancements in DNA technology and the perseverance of investigators brought justice. Listen in as the story unfolds—comp…

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135. The Triumphant Return of Max Martin & Shellback: Pop Gods + Talking 'Showgirl' Controversies 1:03:11

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Taylor Swift surprised the music and fandom world when she announced that TS12, ‘The Life of a Showgirl’, would be produced exclusively by Max Martin & Shellback. This dynamic pop duo worked with Taylor on albums ‘Red’ through ‘Reputation’, but they have not been seen in her discography since. But they are indisputable hitmakers, so will they take …

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134. The Music Behind the Muse: Joe Alwyn - Reputation (2017) 59:26

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A couple of weeks ago, you joined us as we went through the beginnings of Taylor Swift’s relationship with Joe Alwyn. The first year-and-a-half or so of their trysts inspired a lot of music from Taylor, and a good chunk of that music finds its home on 2017’s “Reputation.” In today’s episode, Dani & Olivia go through Rep, track by track, to hunt for…

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133. STATE OF SWIFT: Baby, She Said YES!!! Immediate Reactions to Travis & Taylor's Engagement 23:15

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UM??? HELLO??? WTF??? OMG!!! Yesterday, we got the biggest Taylor news about her personal life to EVER hit the TL: TAYLOR IS GETTING MARRIED. married. MARRIED?? MARRIED!! That’s right! Tayvis made it officially official when Travis proposed a couple of weeks ago, and the pair shared the news in a joint post just hours ago. Join us in today’s emerge…

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132. The Muses: Joe Alwyn I -...Isn't it Delicate? 1:34:51

3M ago1:34:51

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The time has finally come. In what was initially slated to be our Season 5 premiere (pre “Showgirl” era), your hosts at long last return to The Muses miniseries to kick off the story of Joe Alwyn! In this highly anticipated episode, Olivia & Dani take you through the beginnings of Joe & Taylor’s lengthy relationship. Where did they meet? When did i…

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34. A Deadly Delay: The Rodgers Case Uncovered 1:13:54

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Dani and Stephanie dive into another wild true crime tale straight out of Boise, Idaho. In this episode, they talk about the troubling and grisly murder of Preston Murr in the summer of 1987. Dubbed the 'Chop Chop House,' this case is notorious for its disturbing details: dispatch blunders, dismembered remains, and a convicted killer who somehow be…

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131. EMERGENCY State of Swift: New Heights Introduces us to The Life of a Showgirl! 45:35

4M ago45:35

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In the words of Jason & Travis Kelce…we have some NEW NEEEEEWS! A week ago, we were preparing for the premiere of our fifth season, blissfully unaware of the imminent announcement of TS12. But then, the world shook at the beginning of this week when Taylor Swift announced “The Life of a Showgirl” on New Heights. This meant one thing: we had to star…

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PostingCast #23: "Not like this, not like this" 1:01:19

4M ago1:01:19

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This month I'm joined by my guest, who wanted to talk about Gen A.I, Data Sovereignty and ethics in tech and - I think we got there, and had a nice talk about the human who should be prioritised before the machine. They've has been thinking about A.I a lot longer than some of the people wasting billions on it, and wrote this post 'Raising A.I' back…

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33. The Betrayal of Innocence: Jenkins and Ehrlick's Cruelty Unveiled 1:38:00

4M ago1:38:00

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Welcome to another gripping episode of The Lethal Library. Dani and Stephanie dive into the heartbreaking true crime case of 8-year-old Robert Manuel, who mysteriously disappeared from a Boise apartment complex on July 9th, 2009. In one of Idaho's largest search efforts, the community rallied together, only to uncover a darker story of abuse, negli…

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Taylearning: A Taylor Swift Podcast - Season 5 Trailer 1:05

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We are so back. Your favorite Taylor Swift podcast that dives into the music, the lore, & the theories is returning for Season 5! Taylearn alongside us for TL5 every Wednesday, beginning August 20. We'll see you there! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adv…

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32. A Trail of Paranoia: The Untold Chaos of John Delling 1:08:50

4M ago1:08:50

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In this episode of The Lethal Library, Dani and Stephanie delve into the chilling case of John Delling. What starts as typical teenage misbehavior escalates into a paranoia-driven murder spree. From breaking windows and issuing threats to committing multiple murders, Delling's journey is a dark reminder of the dire consequences of untreated mental …

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31. History Repeats: The Fatal Return of Palmer 1:13:24

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Join hosts Dani and Stephanie as they unravel the chaotic criminal history of Edward Palmer, Idaho’s most persistent bad penny. From parole board failures to double murders, this episode dives deep into the dark and twisted tale of how Palmer slipped through the cracks. Expect a mix of true crime storytelling, sarcasm, and a healthy dose of disbeli…

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30: Murder in the Gift Shop: The Case Against Zane Jack Fields 59:42

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In this episode of The Lethal Library, hosts Dani and Stephanie uncover the haunting 1988 murder of Kay Vanderford in Boise, Idaho. What starts as a seemingly normal day at a quaint gift shop spirals into chaos as Kay is fatally stabbed. The investigation features eerie sightings, a sketchy suspect, and bizarre inmate testimonies claiming confessio…

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130. It's Our "Tayniversary"! Listener Mailbag + Giveaway to Celebrate Three Years of Taylearning 2:02:06

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THREE YEARS!!! In today’s bonus episode, which is also our longest episode ever, your hosts finally work through the first ever Taylearning Listener Mailbag. Over the past few months, you have submitted your best questions for us to answer. Some are about Taylor, some are about us, some are somehow about both! What songs would we erase from existen…

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29. Severing Bonds: Inside the Alofa Time Case 50:15

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Dani and Stephanie serve up another unsettling episode, this week about the grim and twisted story of Alofa Time, a man whose approach to relationship problems led to hideous violence and tragic accidents. From strangling and decapitating his estranged wife Theresa to causing a fatal car crash while under the influence, Alofa's actions are recounte…

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129. State of Swift: BREAKING NEWS! Taylor Finally Owns Her Masters on this Taypendence Day 30:13

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The post heard ‘round the world: Taylor Swift now owns the masters to her first six albums! This contentious battle, which resulted in the birth of the “Taylor’s Version” project, waged on for six years before finally officially coming to a conclusion on May 30, 2025. In this bonus emergency episode, Dani & Olivia return from their seasonal break t…

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PostingCast #22: Honouring Te Tiriti w/ Dr Dani 1:15:41

6M ago1:15:41

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This week I asked the wonderful Dr Dani @noflightfairy.bsky.com to talk about their PhD Thesis "Settlers against colonialism? Education, organising and the Tiriti workers' movement" which you can find here: https://openaccess.wgtn.ac.nz/articles/thesis/Settlers_against_colonialism_Education_organising_and_the_Tiriti_workers_movement/28039256?file=5…

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28. Drug-Induced Disaster: The True Crime of Barryngton Searcy 55:47

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Join Dani and Stephanie of the Lethal Library as they unravel the chaotic tale of Barryngton Eugene Searcy in their latest episode. Set in small-town Ashton, Idaho, this true crime story features a grocery store murder, a weapon-finding adventure, and a killer's laughable cocaine defense. Dive into a series of legal blunders, failed alibis, and a j…

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PostingCast #21: Creativity, Art and Free Speech 1:28:13

7M ago1:28:13

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I'm joined by Hugh Dingwall of the mighty Manawatu People's Radio to discuss art, creativity and free speech. He's the host of the excellent Reserved Recommendations show. This one's a free-wheeler where we talk about Iain Banks, difficult movies, how interpretation of art is contextual. There's a lot about Zardoz, and more about how important it i…

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27. Fatal Friendship: Mercado and Fledderjohann's Deadly Pact 36:20

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Welcome back to the Lethal Library, friends! This week, Dani and Stephanie unravel a true crime story from Idaho that's both shocking and unbelievably dumb. On May 9th, 2007, hikers near Boise stumble upon a gruesome scene that leads to an intense investigation. As detectives dig deeper, they uncover a tangled web involving meth, a baseball bat, an…

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128. How Taylor Swift Reinvented Pop Music ft. Rolling Stone's Rob Sheffield 1:53:47

7M ago1:53:47

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For literally years now, we’ve been quoting Rob Sheffield on this podcast. Rob, who is perhaps best known for his work writing for Rolling Stone, is both a long-time fan and professional critic of Taylor Swift. He also is a self-proclaimed fan of Taylearning…so we had to get him on the podcast! Tune into this hefty TL4 Season Finale to hear us inte…

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26. Dancer, Dealer, and Death: Unraveling Stan Trineer's Story 42:36

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Welcome back to the Lethal Library! Dani and Stephanie dive deep into the murky waters of Idaho's true crime scene with a story packed with exotic dancers, paranoia, and more prison escapes than you'd believe possible. Follow the chilling case of Stan Trineer, a man with a knack for making enemies and a rap sheet longer than a CVS receipt. After di…

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127. The 'Squad' - Selena Gomez 1:39:08

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Taylor Swift has had many fellow famous “BFFs” in her years of being in the public eye. However, one of them has been there since almost the very beginning - Selena Gomez: actress, pop star, philanthropist, producer, and businesswoman. Since meeting in 2008, Taylor and Selena, or “Taylena,” have been mostly inseparable, as far as public friendship …

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25. Desert Deception: The Tragic Murder of Zacharia Street 36:45

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Welcome back to The Lethal Library! In this episode, Dani and Stephanie tackle the haunting case of Zacharia Street's 2003 murder in Idaho. Discover how three not-so-bright criminals—Jason Ryan McDermott, Rob Roy Wall Jr., and a teenage accomplice—botched an execution-style killing and delivered some ridiculous courtroom defenses. Expect our usual …

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126. Dear Taylistener: Now That YOU Don't Talk - Navigating Losing a Friend to a Toxic Relationship 58:49

7M ago58:49

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We all know someone who has become so lost in their [toxic] relationship that they cut off other loved ones. In today’s ‘Dear Taylistener’ episode - our advice column miniseries where we use Taylor Swift songs as a source of wisdom - our listener writes to us about being on the receiving end of the social chop when her close guy friend cuts her off…

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PostingCast #20: A Moral Panic 32:12

7M ago32:12

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This week it's just me, talking to you. This month has seen a moral panic be stoked by nefarious right-wing forces, intent on taking down members of the Green Party. In this episode, I put all the pieces together. A right-wing echo chamber, the Deputy Prime Minister, a moral panic, and what happens next and what to do next. It's shorter than usual,…

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24. Teenage Trouble: Sarah Johnson's Shocking Murders 1:37:10

7M ago1:37:10

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Come along as Dani and Stephanie unravel the twisted tale of Sarah Johnson, a 16-year-old Idaho girl who brutally murdered her parents, Alan and Diane Johnson, in their upscale home. Known for her bratty attitude, Sarah's crime left a trail of evidence, from DNA on gloves to blood-spattered bathrobes. The podcast delves into the gripping investigat…

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125. All We Think About is KARMA: The Missing Album Theory, Explained 1:10:26

8M ago1:10:26

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For her entire professional career up until the transition between 1989 (2014) and Reputation (2017), Taylor had a predictable schedule of releasing a new album every two years. But 2016 was different, as we saw the ostensible cancellation of Taylor and her subsequent reclusivity. As a result, we got one of the most iconic and fabled pieces of lost…

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23. The Fedora Killer: The Notorious Crimes of Timothy Dunlap 1:03:58

8M ago1:03:58

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In this episode of The Lethal Library, hosts Dani and Stephanie go over a chilling and somewhat absurd case from Idaho in 1991. Timothy Dunlap, a man whose fashion sense (fedora and trench coat combo) is as questionable as his life choices, embarks on a criminal spree that leaves a young bank teller and his own girlfriend dead. We unravel how Dunla…

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124. Mental Cages: This Is Me Trying 56:01

8M ago56:01

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It’s time for the song that features the namesake of this miniseries to have its moment in the sun: This Is Me Trying. This track, an underrated gem from 2020’s ‘folklore,’ features Taylor singing from multiple devastating perspectives. She acts as the mouthpiece for a melancholic alcoholic, a regretful burnout, and a despondent suicidal person. Th…

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