We’ve hit another landmark episode – the big three-oh! This week, Alex takes us through the details of Samuel Little, the man regarded as America’s Most Prolific Serial Killer. It’s a dark tale that has had updates as recent as this year! To end this episode, we get the best reaction from Alex we’ve had so far when Frances tells him what she overhe…

Happy Halloweek, guys! It’s our last episode in the twenties, and we think it’s one you’ll enjoy! After shooting the breeze on the mic, Frances kicks off the episode with the story of Joyce Munguia in Austin, Texas. Then Alex takes advantage of the season with the Trick-or-Treat Murders and a relationship web that sounds straight out of a movie. We…

*Regarding Future Episodes: We will be on a bi-weekly basis for the foreseeable future* It’s Saturday already and time for more Sad Tales? Dope! Episode 28 is full of twists, turns and plenty of tangents, as Alex starts off the hour with the horrible life and times of Ottis Toole from Jacksonville, Florida. After that fun ride, Frances breaches the…

Just like our good friend Arnold, we’re back and stronger than ever. In Episode 27, we catch you up on our lives for the past month or so, from running highlights to moving and more. After, Frances starts us off with the Ireland-Australia-Ireland-Australia story of Gillian Meagher and Alex follows with Ken Rex McElroy and an ending you won’t antici…

It’s episode 26, and we are going on a break, y’all. But don’t worry – we’ll be back stronger than ever! In this episode Frances squirrels her way through Alex’s amazing story about John List and then we bring it on back to yesteryear when a mother (Leonarda Cianciulli) would do anything to protect her precious son. But don’t forget to stick around…

Hi, welcome to Episode 25 (Quarter Life Crisis Edition™). Things start off with the case of Brandon Teena, the individual that inspired the movie Boys Don’t Cry, and then Alex demonstrates his expert skill in reading and pronunciation during his story of Belle Gunness. Finally, this week’s episode ends with a trip to Urban Dictionary to decipher a …

Jack Bauer ain’t got nothin’ on us. Episode 24 features two new treacherous stories. First, things get spooky and unsettling with the infamous tale of New Jersey’s “the Watcher.” Then, tune in to hear the high-profile case of the Prince of Flower Power himself, Ira Einhorn. We promise these aren’t stories you’ll want to miss out on! $22 off your yo…

Heya fancy folk! How’s your day? Well its even better now that you have a new episode to listen to! This week we have two tales for you, both involving disappearances and murder. In our first half, Frances covers the story of Joanna Yeates and in the second half of this week’s episode, Alex covers the story of Birna Brjansdottir all while trying to…

Episode 21 is here! You know what that means? The podcast can finally (legally) drink! (Don’t tell anyone we’ve been drinking underage). Join us this week as we learn about two mothers who (don’t) care a little too much with the stories of Lisa Montgomery and Kathleen Folbigg. Stick around after to hear what someone is willing to do to get on a fli…

Oh, twenty, you’re so fine, you’re so fine you’ll blow their mind! In this milestone of an episode, Frances brings you back to early 1900 Germany with the Vampire of Düsseldorf, a story so dark you might need a stiff drink. But don’t worry- there’s an amazing lemon-related strange thing at the end to cheer you up! Patreon: Patreon.com/sadtalespodca…

Hey hey there party people! Just like a delicious $10 pizza combo, this episode is stuffed full of epic stories to get you through your week. Frances starts off with one of her favorite topics, doctors gone wrong, as she details the case of Dr. Pritchard from England. Then Alex has a creepy and suspenseful story about the disappearance of Maura Mur…

Sad Tales is officially now a legal adult! In episode 18, we have no idea who was supposed to tell their story first, but Alex jumps in with all the deets of the life and times of Chevie Kehoe, a man who ties back to another one of our episodes. And after, Frances has a current story- that of South Carolina’s Timothy Jones Jr., or as Alex is convin…

Hi there and hope you had a good 4th of July! We’ve been super busy this week and we didn’t want to compromise on episode quality, so for your audio pleasure we present an episode of Supernatural Tales (For U), our patron only episode. In this episode we talk about a haunted plantation in Tennessee. So, give it a listen and if you enjoy, please con…

Bonjour and welcome to Episode 17! Today for your Saturday brunch we are serving you two tales. The first course, a dish referred to as Mark Twitchell, is a lightly charred catfish with some apples. Following that is a staple everyone needs after a fun Friday night- almond scented Tylenol straight from Chicago! Following your meal if you step out o…

Sorry listeners, but this sixteen is not so sweet! This week Alex treats us to the story of Robert Chambers AKA the Preppy Killer and both hosts get a little bit derailed a few times when Frances goes over the details of the 1912 Villisca Axe Murders. It’s an episode jam packed with gruesome details and laughs, not one where you’ll want to stab you…

Hey, how are you? We’re doing well thanks for asking. Join Frances and Alex as they discuss the murders of Channon Christian and Christopher Newsom by Lemaricus Davidson and his cohorts. After that Alex has our first Patron suggested story, the murder of the Harris family in Central NY. Do you feel lucky? Huh, do ya? This week’s STFU will have you …

What do geocaching and murder have in common? No idea? Listen to this week’s episode as Alex tells the tale of Israel Keyes, a murderer, who was ahead of the geocaching curve. Afterward, Frances will delight you with the sordid history of Charles Campbell and his dislike of Jell-O. Then, in a rare turn, Alex has a strange thing he overheard in a br…

It’s not unlucky episode 13, and it has a special twist to it! This week Alex tells the story of what sparked his interest in true crime - the DeFeo murders. And Frances couldn’t think of what got her into true crime but gets fired up talking about Banita Jacks. Later, you might learn something about alcohol when you hear what Frances heard two col…

Hey there! It’s episode 12 and this week Alex has a story about Charles Starkweather and his girlfriend Caril who terrorized Nebraska while Frances has a tale about Bobby Joe Long and his disturbing acts in South Florida. Stick around until the end to listen to Alex as he fails to understand a simple graph. Patreon: Patreon.com/sadtalespodcast Twit…

Double the one, double the fun; its episode 11! Join us this week for the story of Melvin Rees AKA the “Sex Beast” and the insane details of Joseph Metheny’s crime. At the end, we our first strange write-in that will leave you saying STFU. Be sure to stick around for all that and another podcast you should definitely be listening to! Find us on Pat…

Episode 10 is a big one, Sad Tailors! This week we decided to do something different- one HUGE story. The one, the only, the monstrous John Wayne Gacy! You won’t want to miss us celebrating this milestone. And at the end of the episode, you’ll love what the gym brahs have to say about muscles and going out to eat. Find us on Patreon: patreon.com/sa…

Episode 9 coming 'atcha! Spring has sprung, and boy do we have a lot of changes. We’ve got a new recording setup and a Patreon! Join us as Alex discusses the self-named Wolf-Man of London and then Frances will regale you with the story of Daniel LaPlante. Find us on Patreon at patreon.com/sadtalespodcast Instagram/Twitter - @sadtalespodcast…

It’s EpisEight guys and this week is a doozy! Frances recounts the dark deeds of Theresa Knorr and something is afoot in England with Alex’s Acid Bath Murderer story. Stick around till the end to find out what political bomb was dropped in the line at the movie theater!Di Sad Tales From Underground

It's lucky episode number seven of Sad Tales From Underground! Have you ever wondered how much sediment a hipster wants in their beer? Join us for a conversation about this, the many names and murders of Terry Rasmussen/Larry/Bob Evans, as well as the Richardson Family members. Later, you'll hear an odd combination of hula hooping and another activ…

Hey, hey, it’s episode six! In this episode, get ready for a full-on Frances freak out, lots of singing, and of course, some awesome stories! This week’s stories are about Vlado Taneski in Macedonia, and Mary Beth Tinning in Schenectady, NY. And stay tuned until the end, where Alex and Frances discuss what Medicare does/doesn’t cover.…

Are you excited for episode 5? It’s a fun moniker week as Alex covers the baffling Ice Box Murders while Frances discusses the infamous Lipstick Killer. It’s an episode full of whodunits, so join us for an exciting ride loaded with twists and turns. Later, you’ll never guess what someone has to say on the topic of sex ed.…

Are you ready for Frances’s sultry, scratchy, sick voice? It’s a Washington themed week as Alex and Frances sip their mango flavored beverages while discussing the Free-way Phantom of Washington D.C. and the murder of Craig Sorger in Ephrata, Washington. And later, you’ll never guess what exciting words were overheard at a bar during happy hour.…

Do police officers have after hours book clubs or knitting circles? Join Alex and Frances as they look to answer these tough questions and more in Episode 3! This week’s stories include the tragic murders of Amy Robinson in Texas and Dariusz Janiszewski in Poland. Also get excited- this week Sad Tales debuts its theme music for the very first time!…

In episode 2 of Sad Tales From Underground, Alex introduces the murder-chic interior design style of Katherine Knight and Frances explores the grisly details of the Boston Strangler case. And this week in eavesdropping, teenage opinions on the U.S. draft are brought to light. Like always, by the end of this episode you'll find yourself saying STFU!…

(We would like to apologize about the echo, we fix it in Episode 2!) Welcome to Sad Tales From Underground, a true crime podcast featuring your hosts, Alex and Frances. In our very first episode, Frances delves into the life and crimes of Aileen Wuornos, a notorious female serial killer, and Alex discusses a murder suicide hidden within the famous …