Fruitloops: Serial Killer of Color is a true crime, history, and comedy podcast that delves into the often-overlooked stories of serial killers of color—and, more importantly, their victims. Contrary to common misconceptions, not all serial killers are straight, cis, white men! We take deep dives into the lives and crimes of these killers worldwide, while also examining the history, culture, and social factors that may have influenced their actions.
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Words, like it matters How descriptive oh wow And I guess You kinda wonder what this cast is all about I guess it’s just my spot to share my thoughts Out loud And if you feel my vibes the I guess your my crowd Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fruitloop/support
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Author Andrea Dunlop is looking for answers. When her older sister was first investigated for Munchausen by Proxy abuse more than a decade ago, it tore her family apart. This catastrophic series of events sent Dunlop on a journey to understand this most taboo form of abuse. In this groundbreaking podcast, she talks to some of the top experts in the world to explore the criminology and psychopathology behind Munchausen by Proxy and to reveal the wide swath of destruction these perpetrators le ...
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Wendy & Beth are back, spilling stories, cracking each other up, and diving into Indigenous culture, parenting chaos, and true crime talk - with some heartwarming good news, too! Tune in for laughs, insight, and those classic “same brain!” moments. Look alive, y’all, it’s crazy out there! Where to find us: Our Facebook page is Fruitloopspod and our…
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Two cousins. Four murders. One homicidal summer. In 2004, Angel Ford-Wright & Caroline Peoples lured victims with false promises, then executed them. One confessed. One went to trial. Both got life. *** Listen to Fruitloops: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fruitloops-serial-killers-of-color/id1400426755 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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The disturbing parallels between Collin McDaniel and Olivia Gant's cases led Andrea to speak with Melissa Kalish, the lead detective in the investigation of Kelly Turner, for season 6. Now we’re diving deeper into Olivia’s story in a two part series where Detective Kalish walks listeners through her investigation into this case of medical child abu…
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This week Fran and Alvin discuss food, Pakistan, and American history. *** Listen to Affirmative Murder: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/340-em-eye-ess-ess-eye-pee-pee-eye/id1296864488 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy True Story Media
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In 1987, Ruthie Mae McCoy made a frantic 911 call. Someone, she claimed, was trying to get into her apartment - through the bathroom cabinet. Two days later, Ruthie was found murdered. Her death was all too real. But the horror didn’t end there. Five years later, a new nightmare was born on the big screen. With the chilling command “Be my victim,” …
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In this episode, Andrea and the Nobody Should Believe Me team reflect on the emotional impact of making season 6 and the ethical considerations of reporting on Collin’s story. They also address listener feedback, explore the roles of perpetrators and medical professionals, and highlight the importance of accountability in philanthropy and child pro…
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True Story Media Presents: Fruitloops
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Welcome to the final installment of True Story Media Presents! This week Andrea is talking to Wendy and Beth, the creators behind Fruitloops: Serial Killers of Color. The three of them chat about how they first met and what drove Wendy and Beth to dive into true crime podcasting. They reflect on the shared thread of how cultural and societal ideals…
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Love You, Byeee! Week of 09/22/25Join Fruitloops for our biweekly minisode, "Love You, Byeee!" In this episode, Wendy & Beth are back with a lively catch-up that’s equal parts laughs, hot takes, and heartfelt moments! They dish on family adventures, fast-food disappointments, and the latest TV shows and movies they’re obsessed with. Listeners chime…
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LaDonna Humphrey. Remember that name because she is central to this story. I've tried to sum up this tale quickly, but every time I attempt an elevator pitch, I fail. When friends ask me what this new series is about, I'm at a loss for words. It's impossible to explain in just a few minutes. I'm about to retell the story the way I learned it: compl…
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This week, Beth and Wendy uncover the story of Benjamin Thomas “Tony” Atkins aka the Woodward Corridor Killer. For eight terrifying months in Detroit, he stalked the streets, leaving a trail of death, fear, and unanswered questions in his wake. This episode was researched & scripted by Wendy & Beth Williams and edited by Minnie Williams. Looking fo…
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In the third installment of True Story Media Presents, Andrea sits down with Javier Leiva—host and creator of PRETEND. The two talk about how they first connected, their new partnership under True Story Media, and the overlapping themes in their work. They dig into the emotional toll of telling true crime stories, and Javier shares his path from lo…
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September 1998 brought a chilling moment in Bismarck, North Dakota, when 17-year-old Aimee walked into the police station. She suspected her boyfriend, Brian Erickstad, had harmed his parents. A welfare check was meant to set things straight — but it uncovered something far worse. Episode 1, A Little Red Car, introduces Barbara and Gordon Erickstad…
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Love You, Byeee! Week of 09/08/25 In this episode, Wendy & Beth are back with their signature mix of laughs, real talk, and jaw-dropping stories. They kick things off with personal updates and holiday shenanigans, then dive into listener letters and hot topics from the news. From the heartbreaking reality of recent school shootings to a true crime …
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True Story Media Presents: Dakota Spotlight
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In this special crossover, Andrea talks with James Wolner, creator of Dakota Spotlight—another show in her True Story Media network—about how a rumor in a rural North Dakota bar led him to pick up a microphone in 2019 and start chasing the truth. Together, Andrea and James dig into what it means to practice ethical reporting in a medium with no rul…
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True Story Media Presents: Affirmative Murder
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We’re kicking off our new series introducing the shows of True Story Media, Andrea’s ethical true crime network. In this conversation, Andrea sits down with Alvin, the host and creator of Affirmative Murder, to talk about the wild landscape of podcasting in 2025. They dive into questions of diversity and representation, the ethics of telling real-l…
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This week we dive into the chilling case of Dontae Rashawn Morris, a man who committed a killing spree in 2010 that left five dead and an entire city on edge. Among his victims: two police officers, murdered during a routine traffic stop… all caught on dash cam. Looking for listener letters, shout-outs & tips on how not to get murdered? You’ll now …
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This week, we hear more from Mishelle about the impact of The Guthy Jackson Foundation’s response to the revelations about Lisa McDaniel is having on her family. We examine how Lisa’s long tenure with the foundation shaped research, messaging, and trust in the NMO community, and what it means when one person’s deception ripples out so far. We also …
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Join Fruitloops for our biweekly minisode, "Love You, Byeee!" In this episode from the week of 08/25/25, Wendy and Beth get personal about work, family, and back-to-school stress before diving into community support, binge-worthy TV, and the tough realities of gun violence. They dive into the messy, real-life questions around race and identity and …
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As the story of the McDaniel family continues to send shockwaves through the communities Lisa was involved with, we check in with Mishelle about what else has come to light and what her mother has been up to since the season aired. We take a deeper dive into the of role of The Guthy Jackson Foundation–Lisa’s former employer– and cover how they’ve r…
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Two cousins. Four murders. One homicidal summer. In 2004, Angel Ford-Wright & Caroline Peoples lured victims with false promises, then executed them. One confessed. One went to trial. Both got life. Looking for listener letters, shout-outs & tips on how not to get murdered? 🔍 You’ll now find them tucked away in our Love You, Bye episodes. This epis…
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Case Files 24: Women Who Lead Double Lives with Sarah Treleaven
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Today we have a very special crossover episode with journalist and host/producer of The Con: Katilyn’s Baby, Sarah Treleaven. Sarah and Andrea recount how they met many years ago and the similarities in their work with Munchausen and Munchausen adjacent stories. Sarah reveals a personal story about how she got into this line of work. Kaitlyn’s Baby…
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Wine, TV, true crime, politics, and… a Reddit rabbit hole about race? Wendy & Beth cover it all with heart and humor. Listener discretion advised, but laughter guaranteed. Look alive, y’all, it’s crazy out there! Donate to PBS and NPR: https://www.npr.org/donations/support https://www.pbs.org/donate/ Where to find us: Our Facebook page is Fruitloop…
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Case Files 23: Mike Weber Retirement Special
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Welcome to the Mike Weber Retirement Special! Mike gives us a brief glimpse into what he’s been up to since retirement and talks to Andrea about his experience publishing their co-authored novel, The Mother Next Door. Andrea asks Mike to give his thoughts on the Lisa McDaniel case from a law enforcement perspective, and he details his outreach to t…
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In this rewind episode from 2020, Beth and Wendy cover the chilling case of Dale Devon Scheanette, aka “The Bathtub Killer.” In 1996, two women were discovered dead in half-filled bathtubs in the same Arlington, TX apartment complex. The shocking crimes set off an intense investigation that would take years to solve. Thanks for listening! This is a…
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NSBM After Hours: Anatomy of Lies Part 1
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We're unlocking an episode from the subscriber feed. Enjoy! *** This is the first part of Andrea and Dr. Bex’s coverage of the Peacock documentary series “Anatomy of Lies”. The show dives into the story of Elisabeth Finch, who was best known as a head writer on “Grey’s Anatomy”, and the lies that her life was built on. In their conversation about t…
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