

This Feels Criminal: A True Crime Podcast (Formerly Killer Queens)
This Feels Criminal | Formerly Killer Queens | Daylight Media
There’s always more to the story. We grew up on Dateline, survived the era of AOL chatrooms, and now we’re asking the deeper, more difficult questions. Formerly known as Killer Queens, Tyrella and Nikita return with This Feels Criminal—a thoughtful evolution of the true crime conversation for an audience that’s grown up right alongside us.
The Perspective
After eight years and hundreds of cases, Tyrella has undergone a total deconstruction of the genre. Moving from the "if they confessed, they’re guilty" mindset to a deep understanding of systemic failures, her goal is to turn listeners into savvy jurors who know how to look past the surface. She is joined by Nikita, a practicing attorney who provides the legal literacy and technical breakdown needed to navigate the complexities of the justice system.
The Vibe
Think of us as your smart, slightly sarcastic filters for the chaos of all that feels criminal. We aren’t here for the shock value or the sensationalism; we’re here for the nuance. We dive deep into media framing, legal hurdles, and the psychology behind the headlines—all while maintaining an emotionally safe space and that signature dry millennial humor.
What’s In The Feed
From weekly flagship cases and trial analysis to documentary deep-dives, TFC is a home for the intellectually curious. We believe in education over exploitation and context over clickbait. It’s a research-driven, human-centered look at the stories that feel just a little too criminal to ignore.
For bonus episodes and premium content, find us on Patreon!
The Perspective
After eight years and hundreds of cases, Tyrella has undergone a total deconstruction of the genre. Moving from the "if they confessed, they’re guilty" mindset to a deep understanding of systemic failures, her goal is to turn listeners into savvy jurors who know how to look past the surface. She is joined by Nikita, a practicing attorney who provides the legal literacy and technical breakdown needed to navigate the complexities of the justice system.
The Vibe
Think of us as your smart, slightly sarcastic filters for the chaos of all that feels criminal. We aren’t here for the shock value or the sensationalism; we’re here for the nuance. We dive deep into media framing, legal hurdles, and the psychology behind the headlines—all while maintaining an emotionally safe space and that signature dry millennial humor.
What’s In The Feed
From weekly flagship cases and trial analysis to documentary deep-dives, TFC is a home for the intellectually curious. We believe in education over exploitation and context over clickbait. It’s a research-driven, human-centered look at the stories that feel just a little too criminal to ignore.
For bonus episodes and premium content, find us on Patreon!
Episodes
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Apr 18, 2020 • 1h 25min
107: Columbine High School Shooting
The Columbine High School Massacre: On April 20, 1999 Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold committed one of the most notorious school shootings [and attempted bombing] in American history. They killed 12 students and one teacher before turning their guns on themselves. Many more were injured.
Part 1 of our coverage of the Columbine shooting will give a play-by-play of the fateful day. Part 2 will release early for Patrons.
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Bonus Episodes
Sources for this episode:
Mother of Columbine shooter Dylan Klebold breaks silence
At last we know why the Columbine killers did it.
Columbine High School Shooting: Victims & Killers
Columbine High School Shootings Fast Facts
Mass Shootings in the US Fast Facts
https://www.cnn.com/2013/09/19/us/u-s-school-violence-fast-facts/index.html?iref=allsearch
Dylan Klebold - Journal, Parents & Columbine Shooting
Eric Harris And Dylan Klebold: The Full Story Of The Columbine Shooters
Columbine Documentary List : Columbine
Craig Scott Reflects On The Columbine Shooting Nearly 20 Years Later | Survivor Stories | TODAY
My son was a Columbine shooter. This is my story | Sue Klebold
Columbine 20 Years Later: Survivors Open Up About Moving Forward | TODAY
Columbine: 20 Years Later (Extended Cut)
'The boy in the window,' 20 years after Columbine shooting; Next with Kyle Clark full show (4/18/19)
The 11 mass deadly school shootings that happened since Columbine
Psychology of Virginia Tech, Columbine Killers Still Baffles Experts
The Basement Tapes | Columbine Guide-Eric Harris & Dylan Klebold Sue
Columbine survivors still struggle 20 years after school shooting
Four Columbine High School teachers were students the day of the April 20, 1999 shooting
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yv5eAC0GmLo&list=TLPQMDUwNDIwMjBcbKMf52WPJQ&index=2
https://www.theatlantic.com/education/archive/2019/04/20-years-after-columbine-survivors-are-parents-now/587224/
Music provided by Steven Tobi
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Apr 17, 2020 • 1h 23min
BONUS- Tiger King Episode 3
Episode 3 of Tiger King on Netflix.
For more Killer Queens episodes, check out our Patreon page where we do all our series coverage and weekly "mini"sodes.
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Here is the link to the Refuting Tiger King document- thank you for sharing, Brittany!
>>> Refuting Tiger King | Big Cat Rescue
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Apr 15, 2020 • 1h 33min
Bonus: Tiger King- Episodes 1 & 2
Could a documentary BE any more wild???? This series is part of our episode-by-episode documentary coverage on our $10 Tier on Patreon, but we wanted to share it with everyone since there's so much time for listening!
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Apr 11, 2020 • 51min
106: The Murder of Nick Markowitz- The Alpha Dog Story
15 year old Nick Markowitz's kidnap and murder was orchestrated by grand douchebag Jesse James Hollywood (yes, that's his real name). The events inspired the movie Alpha Dog, which starred Justin Timberlake. WTF is wrong with this guy.
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Apr 4, 2020 • 37min
105: The Murder of Jyoti Singh- Part 2
This is our coverage of the case that was recently back in the headlines- the rape and murder of the "Nirbhaya," Jyoti Singh.
Part 2 of 2.
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Sources for this Episode:
https://www.9news.com.au/world/nirbhaya-bus-gang-rape-and-murder-attackers-executed-in-india/d5f9f28b-60e2-4ad7-9f0f-3c76d11c3bdf?ocid=Social-9News
Four men executed for Delhi bus rape and murder
India
Population of India 2019
India Population (2020)
What do Delhi rape hangings mean for women?
India outcry after eight-month-old baby raped
Delhi rapist says victim shouldn't have fought back
https://www.thesun.co.uk/archives/news/451047/awindra-pandey-jyotis-death-tortures-me-every-single-day/
BBC Full Documentary ' India's Daughter' On Nirbhaya Delhi Gang Rap | Jyoti Singh : BBC 4, UK : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4539864/
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Mar 28, 2020 • 46min
104: The Murder of Jyoti Singh- Part 1
This is our coverage of the case that was recently back in the headlines- the rape and murder of the "Nirbhaya," Jyoti Singh.
Part 1 of 2.
Part 2 available early and ad-free on our Patreon page! Head to www.patreon.com/killerqueenspod for immediate access to that and over 80 bonus episodes!
Sources for this Episode:
https://www.9news.com.au/world/nirbhaya-bus-gang-rape-and-murder-attackers-executed-in-india/d5f9f28b-60e2-4ad7-9f0f-3c76d11c3bdf?ocid=Social-9News
Four men executed for Delhi bus rape and murder
India
Population of India 2019
India Population (2020)
What do Delhi rape hangings mean for women?
India outcry after eight-month-old baby raped
Delhi rapist says victim shouldn't have fought back
https://www.thesun.co.uk/archives/news/451047/awindra-pandey-jyotis-death-tortures-me-every-single-day/
BBC Full Documentary ' India's Daughter' On Nirbhaya Delhi Gang Rap | Jyoti Singh : BBC 4, UK : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4539864/
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Mar 21, 2020 • 55min
103: The Santa Rosa Hitchhiker Murders
The Santa Rosa hitchhiker murders were a series of at least seven unsolved homicides involving female hitchhikers that took place in Sonoma County and Santa Rosa California in 1972 and 1973. All of the victims that were found were nude and in rural areas near steep embankments or in creek beds near roads.
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Sources for this Episode:
10 Horrific Facts About The Santa Rosa Hitchhiker Murders
Santa Rosa Hitchhiker Murders - Santa Rosa, California
The Phantom Hitchhiker Killer of Santa Rosa
The Disturbing, Unsolved Santa Rosa Hitchhiker Murders
At least 7 victims. The nude bodies of young women tossed down steep embankments in rural areas. Suspects: Zodiac Killer, Ted Bundy, and Arthur Allen. The 1970s serial killing case you probably haven't heard of: the Santa Rosa Hitchhiker Murders. [Unresolved Murder] : UnresolvedMysteries
Zodiac Exorcist Letter
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Mar 14, 2020 • 37min
102: Zack Bowen and Addie Hall- Part 2
On the night of October 17, 2006 police are dispatched to a hotel in New Orleans when a body has been found- the victim of an apparent suicide. But when they find a note in his pocket that reads "this is not accidental," will they uncover a murder?
Part 2 of 2.
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Sources for this Episode:
Shake the Devil Off: A True Story of the Murder that Rocked New Orleans by Ethan Brown
https://www.facebook.com/ZackandAddie/
https://www.crimemuseum.org/2014/01/24/truly-chilling/
Check out the episode of Final Witness titled "Graveyard Love" on this case.
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Mar 7, 2020 • 44min
101: Zack Bowen and Addie Hall- Part 1
On the night of October 17, 2006 police are dispatched to a hotel in New Orleans when a body has been found- the victim of an apparent suicide. But when they find a note in his pocket that reads "this is not accidental," will they uncover a murder?
Part 1 of 2.
For immediate access to Part 2 and other bonus content, please consider supporting us on Patreon.
Special thanks to Olivia for researching and writing the case!
Sources for this Episode:
Shake the Devil Off: A True Story of the Murder that Rocked New Orleans by Ethan Brown
https://www.facebook.com/ZackandAddie/
https://www.crimemuseum.org/2014/01/24/truly-chilling/
Check out the episode of Final Witness titled "Graveyard Love" on this case.
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Feb 29, 2020 • 45min
100: The Death of Kathy Wangler- Part 2
Over Labor Day weekend in 2006, 48-year-old Kathy Wangler died mysteriously in her home in Lima, Ohio, from carbon monoxide poisoning. Her husband, Dr. Mark Wangler, an anesthesiologist, said it was an accident caused by a faulty water heater. But was it an accident or murder?
Part 2 of 2.
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