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
Mentioned books
Jul 20, 2019 • 1h 19min
69: Darlie Routier- Reasonable Doubt? Part 2
Darlie Routier was convicted of stabbing her 5 year old son Damon to death in 1996. She has never been charged in the murder of her 6 year old son Devon, who was also stabbed to death the same night. Darlie has always maintained that a masked intruder is the perpetrator of this heinous crime, but police say the evidence points to her. Darlie was sentenced to death for the murder of Damon Routier. But is there enough reasonable doubt in this case to warrant a second look at the evidence? Is there enough proof that Darlie murdered her own children? A HUGE thank you to Sloane, who researched and wrote this episode. We couldn’t have done it without you!
Part 2 of 2.
Sources for this episode:
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Darlie_Routier
Forensic Files, October 1999, S4: E1, “Invisible Intruder”
Unsolved Mysteries, 2000, S12: E6
ABC Nightline, May 10, 2019, S40: E94
https://www.dallasnews.com/news/crime/2018/06/12/5-controversial-moments-case-sent-darlie-routier-death-row-sons-murder
Www.cbsnews.com/news/precious-angels/
Dallasnews.com/news/crime/2018/06/12
Fordarlieroutier.org (the most 90s site still in existence)
20/20 - “Last Defense”, S41 E34
https://www.insideedition.com/2-decades-after-being-convicted-killing-her-son-darlie-routier-insists-shes-innocent-52811
https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/New-DNA-Testing-Underway-in-Darlie-Routier-Capital-Murder-Case-500427111.html
https://www.fwweekly.com/2019/05/08/old-case-new-developments/
https://www.texasmonthly.com/articles/maybe-darlie-didnt-do-it/
https://murderpedia.org/female.R/r/routier-darlie-photos-1.htm
https://darliefacts.com/
https://darlieslastdefense.com/evidence/crime-scene-inside/
CRIME SCENE PHOTOS INCLUDING PICTURES OF DEVON (WARNING: GRAPHIC AND SO SAD)
https://www.documentingreality.com/forum/f237/darlie-routier-crime-scene-pics-112209/
Breast Aug Stats 1997-
https://www.surgery.org/sites/default/files/ASAPS1997Stats_0.pdf
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Jul 6, 2019 • 40min
67: Henri van Breda- Part 2
The trial of Henri van Breda and the points for the state and the defense broken down. Part 2 of 2.
A HUGE thank you to Sloane, who researched and wrote this episode. We couldn’t have done it without you!
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Sources for this Episode:
https://www.news24.com/SouthAfrica/News/Audio-clip-emerges-of-son-describing-Stellenbosch-axe-attack-20150131
https://www.enca.com/south-africa/stellenbosch-victim-describes-how-family-was-attacked
https://www.news24.com/Tags/Topics/van_breda_murders
https://www.iol.co.za/news/van-breda-killings-what-happened-that-night-2034771
https://www.timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2015-02-15-tik-twist-in-stellenbosch-axe-murder-case/
https://www.news.com.au/world/africa/henri-van-breda-turns-himself-in-over-axe-killings-of-his-parents-and-brother/news-story/ed271acf80ddbba0028f56f49eb87c3b
https://www.news24.com/SouthAfrica/News/Henri-van-Breda-suspected-of-being-a-tik-addict-report-20150215
https://www.timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/news/2016-06-14-axe-murder-accused-henri-van-breda-released-on-bail-of-r100000/ - This one has a timeline and the 911 call
https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/western-cape/vanbreda-judge-says-attacks-were-committed-with-innate-cruelty-15360812
https://thenewdaily.com.au/news/world/2018/05/22/marli-van-breda-family-axe-murder/
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-44359696
60 Minutes Australia Parts 1-3
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUle4WKnYU0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sdvbeDKppZs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkGWtszjIqQ
Tracey Stewart video on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxKanB646nA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ffhq1sKvguc
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Jun 29, 2019 • 52min
66: Henri Van Breda - Part 1
On January 27th, 2015, Henri van Breda calls the Cape Town emergency number 107 to report that his family has been brutally attacked. Is Henri also a victim or could he have murdered his entire family? Part 1 of 2.
A HUGE thank you to Sloane, who researched and wrote this episode. We couldn’t have done it without you!
Want more content? Get bonus episodes, an exclusive weekly show, and early access to part 2 by joining our Patreon.
Sources for this Episode:
https://www.news24.com/SouthAfrica/News/Audio-clip-emerges-of-son-describing-Stellenbosch-axe-attack-20150131
https://www.enca.com/south-africa/stellenbosch-victim-describes-how-family-was-attacked
https://www.news24.com/Tags/Topics/van_breda_murders
https://www.iol.co.za/news/van-breda-killings-what-happened-that-night-2034771
https://www.timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2015-02-15-tik-twist-in-stellenbosch-axe-murder-case/
https://www.news.com.au/world/africa/henri-van-breda-turns-himself-in-over-axe-killings-of-his-parents-and-brother/news-story/ed271acf80ddbba0028f56f49eb87c3b
https://www.news24.com/SouthAfrica/News/Henri-van-Breda-suspected-of-being-a-tik-addict-report-20150215
https://www.timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/news/2016-06-14-axe-murder-accused-henri-van-breda-released-on-bail-of-r100000/ - This one has a timeline and the 911 call
https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/western-cape/vanbreda-judge-says-attacks-were-committed-with-innate-cruelty-15360812
https://thenewdaily.com.au/news/world/2018/05/22/marli-van-breda-family-axe-murder/
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-44359696
60 Minutes Australia Parts 1-3
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUle4WKnYU0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sdvbeDKppZs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkGWtszjIqQ
Tracey Stewart video on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxKanB646nA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ffhq1sKvguc
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Jun 22, 2019 • 55min
65: Shayna Hubers' Obsession and The Murder of Ryan Poston- Part 2
Ryan Poston was shot and killed by his ex-grilfriend Shayna Hubers in 2012. Was it murder or self defense? Part 2 of 2.
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Jun 8, 2019 • 1h 13min
63: The Disappearance of Brittanee Drexel- Part 2
Brittanee Drexel disappeared from Myrtle Beach, SC at the age of 17 on April 25, 2009. Part 2 of 2.
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*** Warning: You may hear Tyrella's dogs bark in this episode. We record in a home studio and we have dogs who sometimes bark in their own home. Please do not leave a negative review if you hear the dogs in the recording. We will gladly take donations to build a soundproof recording studio ;)
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Jun 1, 2019 • 51min
62: The Disappearance of Brittanee Drexel- Part 1
Brittanee Drexel disappeared from Myrtle Beach, SC at the age of 17 on April 25, 2009. Part 1 of 2. Episode 2 will be available for early release June 3rd and public release June 8th.
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May 25, 2019 • 56min
61: Pamela Smart- Part 3
This case is wicked crazy and takes place in 1990. A man is found "passed out" in his home by his wife and he is pronounced dead at the scene, the result of what appeared to be a burglary gone wrong. But did his wife have more to do with it than she is letting on? Paht 3 of 3.
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May 18, 2019 • 1h 1min
60: Pamela Smart- Part 2
This case is wicked crazy and takes place in 1990. A man is found "passed out" in his home by his wife and he is pronounced dead at the scene, the result of what appeared to be a burglary gone wrong. But did his wife have more to do with it than she is letting on? Part 2 of 3.
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May 12, 2019 • 1h 18min
59: Pamela Smart- Part 1
This case is wicked crazy and takes place in 1990. A man is found "passed out" in his home by his wife and he is pronounced dead at the scene, the result of what appeared to be a burglary gone wrong. But did his wife have more to do with it than she is letting on? Part 1 of 3.
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May 4, 2019 • 1h 5min
58: The Mysterious Death Natalie Wood- Part 2
Part 2 of 2 of our coverage of the mysterious death of Natalie Wood.
Is anyone else a little pissed at Christopher Walken??? We expect this out of RJ, but you, Walken?!??! Come on.
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