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Twisted, gruesome, sometimes funny, but always true: Real Life Real Crime is a multi-award-winning weekly true crime podcast hosted by Woody Overton. Known for his appearances on Dateline, Woody takes listeners on deep dives into cases he has personally worked, offering a unique and exclusive perspective that only he can share. His extensive knowledge from real cases, along with his captivating storytelling ability, has led to what the news media and loyal fans describe as a “cult following.” In addition to “Real Life Real Crime,” Woody is dedicated to solving cold cases and actively works with families seeking justice and closure. His commitment to these efforts is reflected in his development of new projects, including #JusticeFor, highlighting the importance of advocacy in the true crime community, and dives into intense tales in “Scorched,” which examines cases of severe miscarriages of justice while offering insights into the complexities of the legal system. Woody hosts “True Crime Time For,” which is co-hosted by his wife, Cyndi Overton. Together, they explore intriguing stories, bringing their unique dynamic to the table.
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- Yesterday49 min
True Crime Time For November 7, 2026 | The Unsolved Hendricks Family Murders, Louisiana Murder Cases & New Developments in the Jeff Davis 8 Investigation
Woody Overton examines the unsolved 1983 Hendricks family murders in Illinois, where a father was convicted of killing his wife and three children before being acquitted at a retrial. He also revisits several Louisiana homicide cases before turning to the Jeff Davis 8, also known as the Jennings 8. Following a new investigative update, Woody shares his perspective on evidence preservation, cold case investigations, possible connections between the eight murders, and why he believes the killings may have stopped. With decades of homicide experience, Woody discusses the importance of fresh investigative work, avoiding tunnel vision, and continuing the search for justice. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com * Check out Stio and use my code stio.com/RLRC for a great deal: https://www.stio.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com * Check out Vinted: https://www.vinted.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- 2 days ago43 min
True Crime Time For November 6, 2026 | Washington Deputies Shot, Missing Teen Rescued, Samantha Humphrey Murder & Angola Prison Violence
Woody Overton returns to True Crime Time with a deadly shooting involving Spokane County sheriff's deputies, the rescue of a teenage girl missing for more than 520 days, and the murder conviction of Raymond Wright Jr. in the death of 14-year-old Samantha Humphrey. Woody also examines the reported stabbing death of rapper Brandon Guidry inside Louisiana's Angola prison, sharing firsthand insight into inmate violence, prison security, and life behind bars. Plus, This Day in History revisits Chris Watts, Amanda Knox, Hadden Clark, and the Tulsa Lee's Chicken murders. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com * Check out Stio and use my code stio.com/RLRC for a great deal: https://www.stio.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com * Check out Vinted: https://www.vinted.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- 3 days ago51 min
True Crime Time For November 5, 2026 | Tennessee Prison Escapee Captured, South Carolina Serial Burglaries, Mushroom Murders & Michelle Parker Breakthrough
Cyndi Overton covers a nine-day manhunt ending with the capture of escaped Tennessee murderer Jacob Allen Morley, disturbing nighttime burglaries targeting women in South Carolina, and a major sentencing development in Australia's Erin Patterson mushroom murder case. She also examines the controversy surrounding U.S. military strikes on suspected drug-trafficking boats and shares a personal story about her father's narcotics investigations. Finally, nearly 15 years after Michelle Parker disappeared in Orlando, prosecutors formally charge her former fiancé with murder—even though her body has never been found. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com * Check out Stio and use my code stio.com/RLRC for a great deal: https://www.stio.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com * Check out Vinted: https://www.vinted.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- 4 days ago45 min
True Crime Time For November 4, 2026 | West Memphis Three, Yella Beezy Murder Trial, Alex Murdaugh, Lindsay Clancy & NYC Road Rage Killing
Cyndi Overton examines five major true crime developments, beginning with renewed DNA testing in the West Memphis Three case. In Dallas, a key witness invokes the Fifth Amendment during Yella Beezy's capital murder trial involving rapper Mo3. Plus, Alex Murdaugh's attorneys challenge the murder indictments against him, Lindsay Clancy's defense fights a retrial following a hung jury, and a retired NYPD detective faces murder charges in a fatal road rage shooting. Cyndi breaks down the evidence, legal disputes, and unanswered questions while keeping the victims at the center of each story. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com * Check out Stio and use my code stio.com/RLRC for a great deal: https://www.stio.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com * Check out Vinted: https://www.vinted.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- 5 days ago40 min
True Crime Time For November 3, 2026 | Election Day Violence, The Ocoee Massacre, The Colfax Massacre & America's Bloody Voting History
On Election Day 2026, Woody Overton explores the deadly history of American elections. From Florida's 1920 Ocoee Massacre and Alabama's 1874 election violence to Kansas City's political machine shootouts and Louisiana's devastating Colfax Massacre, Woody examines voter intimidation, organized crime, racial violence, and the fight for voting rights. Through historical accounts and archival reporting, he delivers a reminder of the sacrifices made for the right to vote. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com * Check out Stio and use my code stio.com/RLRC for a great deal: https://www.stio.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com * Check out Vinted: https://www.vinted.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- 6 days ago52 min
Real Life Real Crime | The Final Word: Woody Overton on the District Attorney's Race
On the eve of Election Day, Woody Overton reflects on three months campaigning alongside Cy D'Aquila in Louisiana's East and West Feliciana parishes. Drawing on his law enforcement experience, Woody discusses criminal jury trials, the Courtney Coco murder case, and the qualifications he believes matter most in a district attorney. He also raises questions about opposing candidate Ken Fabre's experience and campaign finance disclosures, shares his concerns about public safety, and explains his personal endorsement of D'Aquila. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com * Check out Stio and use my code stio.com/RLRC for a great deal: https://www.stio.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com * Check out Vinted: https://www.vinted.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- 1 weeks ago35 min
Real Life Real Crime | Jasper Brock: Inside the Courtroom and the Race for Judge
Woody Overton welcomes longtime friend and veteran attorney Jasper Brock for a candid conversation about Louisiana's justice system and Brock's campaign for judge in the 21st Judicial District. They revisit memorable criminal cases, including Christina Constance and Double Clutch, and discuss courtroom experience, judicial independence, and why fairness matters when lives are on the line. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com * Check out Vinted: https://www.vinted.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- 1 weeks ago1h 0m
Real Life Real Crime | Where Is Alayna? Part 5: A Mother's Plea, a Fugitive's Past & the Search for Answers
Apple Podcasts Summary In an unexpected fifth installment of Where Is Alayna?, Cyndi Overton shares personal accounts from Danielle Escue Lea's mother figure, Dolly, and best friend, Amanda Smith. The episode also examines additional records concerning James Michael Nona, his aliases and criminal proceedings, while urging anyone with information about Danielle, Alayna or potential additional victims to contact investigators directly. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com * Check out Vinted: https://www.vinted.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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About Real Life Real Crime
Twisted, gruesome, sometimes funny, but always true: Real Life Real Crime is a multi-award-winning weekly true crime podcast hosted by Woody Overton. Known for his appearances on Dateline, Woody takes listeners on deep dives into cases he has personally worked, offering a unique and exclusive perspective that only he can share. His extensive knowledge from real cases, along with his captivating storytelling ability, has led to what the news media and loyal fans describe as a “cult following.” In addition to “Real Life Real Crime,” Woody is dedicated to solving cold cases and actively works with families seeking justice and closure. His commitment to these efforts is reflected in his development of new projects, including #JusticeFor, highlighting the importance of advocacy in the true crime community, and dives into intense tales in “Scorched,” which examines cases of severe miscarriages of justice while offering insights into the complexities of the legal system. Woody hosts “True Crime Time For,” which is co-hosted by his wife, Cyndi Overton. Together, they explore intriguing stories, bringing their unique dynamic to the table.
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