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More Than Mice in the Basement
Oct. 16, 2023

More Than Mice in the Basement

A man reportedly storms out of his home after an argument with his wife. Never to be seen again. The local police and the community search for the young father only to come up empty-handed. But when a private investigator get...

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True Crime for the Short on Time: The Sleepwalker
Oct. 11, 2023

True Crime for the Short on Time: The Sleepwalker

Police in Florida received a phone call from a young man saying he had killed his 23-year-old friend and roommate. And when the authorities arrive, an arrest is made quickly. The case seems open and shut. But the defense offe...

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Squatter in the Attic: Part 2
Oct. 9, 2023

Squatter in the Attic: Part 2

Check the Locks is back with Squatters in the Attic: Part 2. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss three different stories of home owner's dealing with unwanted house guests. Will these ...

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Squatter in the Attic: Part 2
Oct. 9, 2023

Squatter in the Attic: Part 2

Check the Locks is back with Squatters in the Attic: Part 2. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss three different stories of home owner's dealing with unwanted house guests. Will these ...

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A Killer Student
Oct. 2, 2023

A Killer Student

In Ohio, a young woman gets expelled from college. When her parents begin to ask questions, she has plenty of excuses. But not for long. And with time running out, could this secret expulsion turn deadly? Join Olivia Cornu an...

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True Crime for the Short on Time: Bloopers and More
Sept. 27, 2023

True Crime for the Short on Time: Bloopers and More

Due to unforeseen circumstances, this week's Short on Time episode will be a little different. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they revisit bloopers and outtakes from their first 70 episodes. Join us for flubs, f-bombs, ...

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A Possibility in Chicago
Sept. 25, 2023

A Possibility in Chicago

With a large number of bodies discovered in Lake Michigan and the Chicago River, many believe a serial killer is on the loose. And while police say there seems to be no connection, the circumstances are strange. Could Chicago...

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True Crime for the Short on Time: Two Generations Gone
Sept. 20, 2023

True Crime for the Short on Time: Two Generations Gone

The police respond to a shots fired call at an Indiana manufacturing plant. When they arrive, they find two female victims shot to death. After a high-speed chase, authorities arrest their suspect. But will the reason for the...

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Road Tripping With The Devil
Sept. 18, 2023

Road Tripping With The Devil

In 1974, a madman traveled the country, leaving a trail of death and destruction. Aided by his good looks and ability to charm, he would eventually confess to 35 murders. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep in...

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True Crime for the Short on Time: Gone Missing
Sept. 13, 2023

True Crime for the Short on Time: Gone Missing

A 16-year-old boy is reported missing when he fails to show up for football practice. While the police search for the missing teen, a local man is found dead in his home. And as detectives investigate, they discover a disturb...

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A Mother's Love
Sept. 11, 2023

A Mother's Love

Police discover two murdered women in a Louisiana home. Detectives working the case unravel a tale of a protective mother, sexual abuse, and murder for hire. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark t...

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True Crime for the Short on Time: Death as a Passenger
Sept. 6, 2023

True Crime for the Short on Time: Death as a Passenger

When a woman seems to disappear, her family reports her missing. The police are immediately on the lookout. But when they find her vehicle in a mall parking lot, they get more than they bargained for. Join Olivia Cornu and Jo...

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A Beloved Teacher
Sept. 4, 2023

A Beloved Teacher

In 1992, an elementary school teacher was attacked and murdered in her home as she prepared to leave for school. The police worked diligently, but every lead was a dead end. But, 30 years later, advancements in DNA testing wo...

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True Crime for the Short on Time: Never Leaving Las Vegas
Aug. 30, 2023

True Crime for the Short on Time: Never Leaving Las Vegas

On August 14th, 2023, an unnamed man entered a Las Vegas police station. What followed was a story of murder, domestic violence, and drug abuse. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss bre...

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The Murder of Linda Brown
Aug. 28, 2023

The Murder of Linda Brown

Police arrived at a suburban home in 1985 to find a woman shot in her bed. According to the family, the shooter was the woman's 14-year-old stepdaughter. The case against the girl seemed to be cut and dry. But one detective h...

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True Crime for the Short on Time: The Mountain Dew Murder
Aug. 23, 2023

True Crime for the Short on Time: The Mountain Dew Murder

Emergency crews get dispatched to a house fire, but when the flames are distinguished, the police uncover a murder. Luckily, a suspect is brought into custody a short time later. But when asked for a DNA sample, they use an u...

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A Deadly Pact
Aug. 21, 2023

A Deadly Pact

An Indiana couple moves to Michigan's upper peninsula. What follows is a story of adultery, murder, and a deadly pact between a husband and wife. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss "M...

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True Crime for the Short on Time: Making the Grade
Aug. 16, 2023

True Crime for the Short on Time: Making the Grade

A 15-year-old reported his mother missing in November 2018. When the police arrive, it appears to be a burglary gone wrong. But as they continue to investigate, something doesn't seem right. Could the boy be carrying a deadly...

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The Disappearance of Kristin Smart
Aug. 14, 2023

The Disappearance of Kristin Smart

In 1996, a college freshman struggled to adjust to her new life at school. After being invited to a party on Memorial Day Weekend, she decided to be more outgoing and attend. But sadly, the 19-year-old would never be seen aga...

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True Crime for the Short on Time: Death in Dallas
Aug. 9, 2023

True Crime for the Short on Time: Death in Dallas

When the bodies of several women turn up in the same area over a short period, investigators believe they have a serial killer on their hands. With several of the victims being sex workers, the police notify the community. Bu...

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Bad Friends
Aug. 7, 2023

Bad Friends

When a young girl sneaks out of the house and never returns, her parents fear the worst. According to her friends, they were joyriding and smoking pot. But rumors begin to swirl about what may have happened to the teenager. B...

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True Crime for the Short on Time: Portland Revisited
Aug. 2, 2023

True Crime for the Short on Time: Portland Revisited

This year, in June, rumors of a serial killer in Portland made national headlines. Initially claimed there was no connection between the victims. But now it seems their story has changed. Was the communities concern valid? An...

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The Move In Murder
July 31, 2023

The Move In Murder

A young couple moves into their first home together. But their domestic dream is shattered when the man returns from work to find his girlfriend murdered in their basement. While having no leads at first, determined detective...

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True Crime for the Short on Time: An Ohio Home Invasion
July 26, 2023

True Crime for the Short on Time: An Ohio Home Invasion

An Ohio lawman arrives home to find his wife has been sexually assaulted and murdered. Fear grips a quiet community, afraid a killer is walking among them. And as the police track down every possible lead, an unlikely arrest ...

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