What really goes on when we sleep? Can we control our actions? Explore the fascinating world of sleepwalking and the real-life cases that challenge our understanding of responsibility and consciousness. Join us for a deep dive into parasomnias, bizarre sleep behaviors, and the mysteries of the sleeping brain.

In this episode, Natalia and Stephanie delve into the concept of the bystander effect, using the tragic case of Kitty Genovese as a focal point. They discuss the psychological factors that contribute to individuals' reluctance to intervene in emergencies, the societal implications of this phenomenon, and the importance of encouraging proactive behavior in crisis situations. The conversation emphasizes the moral responsibility of individuals to act and the potential impact of their actions on community safety.

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Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). (2018, September 19). The Gazette: UK news since 1873. https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk. Retrieved September 1, 2024, from https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/crime/rachel-mclean-murder-a-bright-student-with-the-world-at-her-feet-578474?r=2225

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In this episode, the hosts delve into the complexities of the Mann Act, exploring its historical context and its implications on modern society. They discuss notable cases involving figures like Jack Johnson, Chuck Berry, and R. Kelly, highlighting how the law has been used and misused over the years. The conversation also touches on the broader themes of justice, discrimination, and the evolution of legal frameworks.

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This week Natalia discusses the first case ever tried and convicted without a corpse. How much proof do we really need before we decide someone is guilty?

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Justia US Law. (1976). State v. Zarinsky. https://law.justia.com. Retrieved December 27, 2025, from https://law.justia.com/cases/new-jersey/appellate-division-published/1976/143-n-j-super-35-0.html

Blanco, J. I. (n.d.). Robert Zarinsky | Murderpedia, the encyclopedia of murderers. https://murderpedia.org/male.Z/z/zarinsky-robert.htm

OpenAI. (2025). ChatGPT (GPT-5.2) [Large language model]. https://chat.openai.com/

This episode follows the tragedies of what happens in Cheshire, CT in the early 2000's. Listen to what happens in the idealic town where nothing bad ever happens... Until it DID!

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This week Natalia tells the story of Rabbi Fred Neulander, a man who chose murdering a person over murdering his reputation.

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Wikipedia contributors. (2025b, October 17). Fred Neulander. Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fred_Neulander

Fred Neulander. (n.d.). Grokipedia. https://grokipedia.com/page/Fred_Neulander

Walsh, J. (2024, April 20). Fred Neulander, former rabbi convicted of wife’s murder, dies while serving life term. Courier-Post. https://www.courierpostonline.com/story/news/local/south-jersey/2024/04/19/fred-neulander-murder-carol-neulander-len-jenoff-paul-daniels-cherry-hill/73382927007/

The conversation this week explores the chilling story of Velma Barfield, the first woman executed by lethal injection in the United States. Natalia tells us about her early life, troubling marriages, and the mysterious deaths surrounding her before discussing her strange second life behind bars and the famous song named after her.

TW for domestic abuse

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Velma Barfield, serial killer. (2016, November 2). NC DNCR. https://www.dncr.nc.gov/blog/2016/11/02/velma-barfield-serial-killer

Wikipedia contributors. (2025b, December 3). Velma Barfield. Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Velma_Barfield

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