The Crime Junkie Case That Haunts Brit Prawat To This Day - Exclusive
"Crime Junkie" co-host Brit Prawat shared the case that has stuck with her - and even haunted her before she and her co-host discussed it on their podcast.
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Wild True Stories Of Wine Fraud
Wine fraud is a surprisingly common racket that dates back as least as far as the ancient Roman Empire. Here are a few of history's most notorious wine scams.
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Myths People Believe About Carnivorous Plants
When it comes to carnivorous plants, fact is sometimes stranger than fiction. Here's the science behind some of the myths about these incredible species.
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Children's Entertainers Arrested For Serious Crimes
Throughout the years, various children's entertainers have been arrested for pretty serious crimes. Here are a few of the most infamous incidents.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Bettie Page
Bettie Page was one of the most popular pin-ups in the 1950s, but controversy forced her into obscurity. From start to finish, her life was full of tragedy.
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Child Stars Who Completely Disappeared
The kids who become famous at a very young age skip a lot of the drudgery most people go through in order to become famous. But some of them disappear.
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The Untold Truth Of Jimmy Buffett
Jimmy Buffett has lived a colorful life. So today, we're finally going to find that lost shaker of salt as we look at the untold truth of Jimmy Buffett.
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Sketchy Things About College Football
It's hard to overstate how important college football is. But college football has some seriously shady, sketchy things lurking behind those bright colors.
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The Tragic Story Of Terence Crawford, The 'Best Boxer In The World'
To say that boxer Terence Crawford has overcome a lot is putting it lightly. He says that his success in the ring is the result of channeling a lot of anger.
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Daredevils Who Lost Their Lives During Insane Stunts
Some people never stop pushing the adrenaline envelope -- or, rather, they stop very abruptly. These daredevils lost their lives in insane stunts.
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The 1956 South African Treason Trial Explained
The brutal and inhumane apartheid regime held an iron grip on South Africa in the '50s. Some brave souls peacefully resisted, and ended up on trial for treason.
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TV Theme Songs That Became Huge Pop Hits
Many TV theme songs have faded into obscurity, but a few have taken on lives of their own, sometimes outshining the shows they were meant to introduce.
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The People Who Caught Some Of The World's Most Dangerous Serial Killers
The public has had a morbid fascination with serial killers, but few people have managed to put some of the most dangerous murderers on the planet behind bars.
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Deadliest Wars In History
There have been few constants throughout human history. Sadly, throughout our entire existence, war has been an inescapable constant.
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Inside Pat Smear's Rock 'N' Roll Journey
Over the course of more than four and a half decades, Pat Smear's career has taken him from LA's underground punk scene to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
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Why Sherman's March To The Sea Was So Devastating For The Confederacy
Sherman's March to the Sea was a campaign that occurred near the end of the Civil War, led by Union General William Sherman. But this wasn't a typical campaign.
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What It's Really Like Being A Doctor In A War Zone
Being a doctor in a conflict zone comes with a set of challenges that can be tough to overcome. Here's what it's really like being a doctor in a war zone.
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16 Mugshots Of Politicians Who Were Arrested
Politicians have been arrested for crimes ranging from the dumb to the truly disturbing. Here are some notable political mugshots from the last 100 years.
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The Untold Truth Of Bob Barker
Bob Barker was the legendary host of "The Price Is Right" for more than 50 years, and he left a legacy that changed daytime TV. But he wasn't perfect.
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Crime Junkie's Brit Prawat On The Grim Reason Women Gravitate Towards True Crime - Exclusive
"Crime Junkie" co-host Brit Prawat explained why she believes so many women podcast listeners tend to be drawn to the true crime genre.
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Messed Up Things That Happened During The Trojan War
The Trojan War wasn't a fun time for anybody involved, but there were a few participants - and innocent bystanders - who got a particularly raw deal.
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Celebrations Throughout History That Got Out Of Control
Throughout history, parties intended to be a simple celebration or triumphant event have turned into chaos, sometimes with dangerous outcomes.
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12 Of The Greatest Songs Based On Historical Events
Bands and musicians get their inspiration from all sorts of places, including history, and have produced some great tunes that tell a true story.
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What 19th-Century Circus Life Was Really Like
Life in a 19th-century circus meant steady work, hot meals, and more than a little adventure - when you weren't getting harassed by locals or mauled by lions.
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Things You Get Wrong About The Ice Age
Much of what you think you know about the Ice Age is wrong. Pop culture has given us some pretty strange ideas, but the truth might be even more extraordinary.
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The Weird World Of Parasitic Plants
While they may seem like pests, parasitic plants can play important roles in ecosystems. Clearly, the world of parasitic plants is a weird one.
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Lies The Gran Turismo Movie Told You About The True Story It Was Based On
The film is based on a true story, but just how true is "Gran Turismo?" These are the lies -- some bigger than others -- that the film tells its audience.
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