Murder Bucket

Murder Bucket

This is Murder Bucket! The podcast where I dive deep into murders, paranormal activity, abductions, kidnappings and weird stuff. Let's see what I'm going to pull out of the bucket this week!
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BONUS EPISODE: A Special Announcement from Murder Bucket This episode is a little different from our usual true crime deep dives. In this special bonus episode, I’m taking some time to share a personal announcement with the Murder Bucket family and talk about what this means for the future of the podcast. Murder Bucket has grown into something I never expected, and I wanted to take a moment to connect with the community that has supported this journey from the very beginning. We’ll talk about some exciting changes ahead, what you can expect from the podcast moving forward, and how I’m planning to continue bringing you the investigations, courtroom breakdowns, and stories you love. Thank you to everyone who listens, shares episodes, leaves reviews, and continues to support Murder Bucket. This community means more than you know. This isn’t goodbye. It’s just a new chapter… and maybe just another little drop in the bucket.

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Bonus Episode - A special announcement

BONUS EPISODE: A Special Announcement from Murder Bucket This episode is a little different from our usual true crime deep dives. In this special bonus episode, I’m taking some time to share a personal announcement with the Murder Bucket family and talk about what this means for the future of the podcast. Murder Bucket has grown into something I never expected, and I wanted to take a moment to connect with the community that has supported this journey from the very beginning. We’ll talk about some exciting changes ahead, what you can expect from the podcast moving forward, and how I’m planning to continue bringing you the investigations, courtroom breakdowns, and stories you love. Thank you to everyone who listens, shares episodes, leaves reviews, and continues to support Murder Bucket. This community means more than you know. This isn’t goodbye. It’s just a new chapter… and maybe just another little drop in the bucket.

18 Jul 2026
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Ep. 173 First Degree Murder Pt 3 - Crime Defined Series

Crime Defined is a series where we break down the law, one crime at a time. Each episode, we start by explaining exactly what a specific crime is — what makes it illegal, how it’s defined under the law, and the consequences for those who commit it. Then, we dive into a real-life case, exploring someone who actually committed that crime, the investigation, and the impact of their actions. Our goal is to make the law understandable and the true crime unforgettable. The trial is underway. In Part 3 of our four-part First-Degree Murder series, we break down the courtroom battle that captivated the world. We examine the prosecution's theory of the case, the history of domestic violence between O.J. Simpson and Nicole Brown Simpson, the timeline prosecutors presented, and the forensic evidence they believed tied Simpson to the murders. Then we turn to the defense. We'll explore the "Dream Team's" strategy, their challenges to the prosecution's timeline, their attacks on the DNA evidence, and how they worked to…

14 Jul 2026
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Ep. 172 First Degree Murder Pt 2 - Crime Defined Series

Crime Defined is a series where we break down the law, one crime at a time. Each episode, we start by explaining exactly what a specific crime is — what makes it illegal, how it’s defined under the law, and the consequences for those who commit it. Then, we dive into a real-life case, exploring someone who actually committed that crime, the investigation, and the impact of their actions. Our goal is to make the law understandable and the true crime unforgettable. First-Degree Murder: The Murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman — Part 2 What happens when a homicide investigation becomes the most watched criminal case in America? In June 1994, the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman shocked the nation. What began as a double homicide investigation quickly became a media phenomenon, leading to one of the most controversial criminal trials in modern history. In Part 2 of our First-Degree Murder episode, we move from the legal definition of the crime into the investigation itself. We…

17 Jun 2026
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Ep. 171 First Degree Murder Pt 1 - Crime Defined Series

Crime Defined is a series where we break down the law, one crime at a time. Each episode, we start by explaining exactly what a specific crime is — what makes it illegal, how it’s defined under the law, and the consequences for those who commit it. Then, we dive into a real-life case, exploring someone who actually committed that crime, the investigation, and the impact of their actions. Our goal is to make the law understandable and the true crime unforgettable. In Part One, we’re breaking down first-degree murder what it actually means in the eyes of the law and how it’s proven in a courtroom. We’ll walk through the legal definition, the role of intent and premeditation, how investigators build these cases from the ground up, and what happens once a suspect is identified. This episode focuses on the law itself. In Part Two, we’ll apply everything to one of the most discussed murder trials in American history: the case of O.J. Simpson. Follow us on all social media! Facebook -…

02 Jun 2026
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Ep. 170 Embezzlement PT 2 - Bernie Madoff - Crime Defined Series

Crime Defined is a series where we break down the law, one crime at a time. Each episode, we start by explaining exactly what a specific crime is — what makes it illegal, how it’s defined under the law, and the consequences for those who commit it. Then, we dive into a real-life case, exploring someone who actually committed that crime, the investigation, and the impact of their actions. Our goal is to make the law understandable and the true crime unforgettable. Part two of our embezzlement series picks up where the deception begins to unravel. This week, we dive into the investigations surrounding Bernard Madoff’s massive Ponzi scheme, the people accused of helping keep the fraud alive, and the shocking legal fallout that followed. From co-conspirators and courtroom confessions to billion-dollar settlements and victim recovery efforts, we break down how one of the largest financial frauds in history affected investors, families, charities, and the financial system itself. We also examine the emotional…

19 May 2026