With hundreds of episodes spanning nearly a decade, True Crime Garage has built an impressive catalog of cases ranging from infamous serial killers to bizarre unsolved mysteries, all delivered with Nic and The Captain’s signature blend of thorough research and beer-fueled banter.
Navigating this extensive library can feel overwhelming for newcomers or even longtime listeners looking to revisit standout episodes. Some cases showcase the hosts at their analytical best, diving deep into complex investigations with multiple suspects and conflicting evidence, while others highlight their ability to find dark humor in the absurdities of criminal behavior without disrespecting the victims. Here are the True Crime Garage episodes that represent the podcast at its finest.
Brian Shaffer: Revisited /// Part 1/// 290
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This week’s Garage episode features longtime show companions and missing persons specialists Tim and Lance, who host the Missing Maura Murray and Crawlspace podcasts. The group gathers for beverages and a comprehensive panel conversation about Brian Shaffer’s vanishing. Did Brian fall victim to criminal activity, or could Brian be spending his time in some undisclosed location? Weekly brew selection – Seventh Son American Strong Ale Garage.
Lauren Spierer /// Part 1 /// 91
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Missing Individual – Lauren Spierer Final Sighting: June 3rd, 2011 Bloomington, Indiana Student at Indiana University in her third year Age: 20 Fair hair, blue eyes.
Casey Anthony /// Part 1 /// 101
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Orlando, Florida- a toddler is reported as disappeared. The child’s grandparents have recently located their daughter Casey, but their granddaughter Caylee cannot be found anywhere. Throughout this night, it becomes clear that the young child has been absent for 31 days. The mother claims she left the infant with a babysitter who refuses to return her. In this episode, they examine what has frequently been described as the most significant case in America since the OJ Simpson trial. Weekly brew selection – White Witch by Black Diamond Brewing Company Garage Rating.
Shaker Heights – Episode 1: A Scream in the Night
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During the pre-dawn period of Friday, September 14, 1990, sixteen-year-old Lisa Pruett was fatally stabbed in Shaker Heights. This represents a 6-episode true crime investigation. The majority of the narrative derives from genuine law enforcement interrogations. As the account develops, listeners should consider who they believe murdered Lisa Pruett.
Brandon Lawson 911 Tape /// Part 1 /// 85
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Bronte, Texas- A young father of four departed his residence during nighttime hours. While operating his vehicle toward his father’s residence, he exhausts his fuel supply. Brandon Lawson finds himself stranded on a deserted highway in a remote location. Equipped solely with his cellular device, Brandon begins walking to locate gasoline. An incident occurred that frightened Brandon because shortly before 1 am, he contacts emergency services. “I’m in a field… I need the cops… Please hurry…” Could these be Brandon’s final spoken words? In this episode, they examine the chronology of Brandon’s vanishing and attempt to analyze the now well-known emergency call.
Delphi Murders /// Part 1 /// 110
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The dual homicide case involving two adolescents from Delphi, Indiana has left the Carroll County community anxious as authorities hunt for a perpetrator. This represents the investigation into the vanishing and killings of 14-year-old Liberty German and 13-year-old Abigail Williams.
Boys on the Tracks /// Part 1 /// 93
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By all reports, the engineer executed an exceptional effort to halt his locomotive. The process required a shrieking, grinding half-mile distance. Once the engine came to a complete stop, Conductor Jerry Tomlin radioed an oncoming train on an adjacent track to halt because some youths had been struck. He also contacted the dispatcher. “Do you have casualties?” The dispatcher inquired. “No,” Tomlin responded. “We have fatalities.” -From “The Boys on the Tracks” by Mara Leveritt In this episode, they examine the case that many preferred to suppress. Two adolescents are struck by a locomotive during nighttime hours. Was this an accident, a dual suicide, or a double homicide? The hosts invite listeners into the garage for the heartbreaking account of the boys on the tracks.
Yogurt Shop Murders – 30 Years Later /// 539
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This week the hosts conduct a thorough examination of a case that has burdened the hearts and thoughts of residents throughout the Lone Star state’s capital city. The Austin Yogurt Shop Murders stands as one of the most notorious cases in Texas history. Despite the Austin Police Department’s efforts, it continues to be unresolved three decades later. The show invites listeners to join them as they explore the case details and chronological sequence of events.
Kyron Horman /// The Disappearance /// 148
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It represents every parent’s most feared scenario… A child is sent to school with the expectation of safety. Within the protective boundaries of their educational institution, no harm should befall them. In June of 2010, seven-year-old Kyron Horman was delivered to his school. His stepmother last observed him heading toward his classroom. She departed when Kyron was merely steps away from the classroom entrance. When school concluded, Kyron was scheduled to be collected from the bus stop. When the bus arrived and discharged the children, Kyron was absent. At some point during the academic day, he was removed from his school premises. In this episode, they examine the heartbreaking account of a disappeared young boy.
Oklahoma Girl Scout Murders /// Part 1/ 265
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Camp Scott was a 410-acre facility operating since 1928 near a small Oklahoma town, accommodating up to 140 children and 30 staff members. Primarily serving Girl Scouts with the motto “This is your camp,” the facility permanently closed after the horrific events of June 13th, 1977. That night, three young campers were brutally murdered in what can only be described as pure evil. This week the hosts examine the Oklahoma Girl Scout Murders in detail.
The Bonebreaker Killer /// Part 1 /// 512
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Baraboo, Wisconsin; July 4th 1994 – An adolescent vanishes during nighttime hours. Seven days later, his remains are found in the Wisconsin River. Another teenager disappears under strikingly similar circumstances exactly one year afterward. Subsequently, the Sheriff’s department receives a strange emergency call that triggers a sequence of events that shakes the community of Baraboo.
Lululemon Murder /// Part 1 /// 193
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Following closing time, two masked individuals entered a retail store through an unsecured entrance. When the pair of intruders discovered two staff members inside the store, a vicious assault commenced. Dan Morse, author of “The Yoga Store Murders,” offered these remarks when questioned about the crime: “It was mayhem in Bethesda. It resembled a nightmare – random individuals in ski masks who could slaughter and rape people they don’t know. That’s like something from the movies. It really doesn’t occur that frequently anywhere, and it happened in a location where people believed they would be secure.” This week the hosts examine the crimes that would subsequently become known as the LuluLemon murder.
Natalie Bollinger /// Part 1 /// 643
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December 28th, 2017 – Broomfield, Colorado. At 3:30 p.m., an emergency call reaches Broomfield police. A male individual contacts emergency services to report that his girlfriend, 19-year-old Natalie Bollinger, has disappeared. He states that Natalie departed their residence around midday. He then informs the dispatcher that Natalie’s cellular device was left at home, leaving him unable to reach her. He claims to have no knowledge of her whereabouts and expresses significant worry. The hosts invite listeners to join them in the Garage as they examine the puzzling case of Natalie Bollinger.
The Zodiac /// Part 1 /// 470
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In the late 60’s and early 70’s, a hooded serial killer terrorized the San Francisco Bay Area, identifying himself as the Zodiac. Few modern True Crime cases have generated more discussion and speculation. While law enforcement successfully captured Joseph DeAngelo (the Golden State Killer) after 32 years of dormancy in 2018, the Zodiac has remained silent for over 45 years. The hosts invite listeners to join them in the Garage as they examine the Zodiac’s confirmed timeline and offer speculation about whether this case can still be solved.
Las Cruces Bowling Alley Massacre /// Part 1 /// 410
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This week Nic and the Captain examine the details, updates and speculation surrounding a horrific mass shooting. The Las Cruces Bowl shooting of 1990 stands as one of the Southwest’s most notorious unsolved cases, yet hope remains. Investigators maintain that after three decades of investigation, this case remains highly solvable.
Photo 509 /// Part 1 /// 256
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2014, Panama – Whatever occurred should never have taken place. Two intelligent, diligent women journeyed to a foreign nation. Seeking adventure, they chose to embark on an extended tourist trek into the jungle from which they never emerged. Numerous disturbing theories have been proposed regarding what may have transpired in that location. This week the hosts examine the frightening evidence that remained as they attempt to determine what befell Kris Kremers and Lisanne Froon.
Russell and Shirley Dermond ///Part 1/ 303
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On Tuesday, May 6th, 2014 – A woman contacted Putnam County, Georgia emergency services. She reported that she was at the residence of friends to check on their welfare. The elderly pair had been absent for several days. She placed the call because within the home she discovered an unidentified deceased individual in the garage. This represents a crime and mystery that continues to disturb the state of Georgia today. The hosts invite listeners to join them in the garage as they examine this compelling case.
Longcare Lane /// Part 1 /// That Night
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In early 2011 near Toledo, Ohio, a break-in escalated into a dual murder investigation. This was an evening that devastated an entire community. What transpired that night? Why were these two victims apparently singled out? Who could commit something so atrocious and wicked against two individuals who were so young? This case remains solvable. Listeners can join Nic and Captain in the Garage to discover how.
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