True Crime All the Time Q&A: Favorite Cases, Hell, and Future of Podcasting

Listener Questions and Podcast Growth

• 🎙️ Mike and Gibby host a Q&A episode for both "True Crime All the Time" and "True Crime All the Time Unsolved" channels, answering listener questions submitted via Facebook and voicemails.
• 🚀 They discuss the growth of their podcast and express excitement about potentially making podcasting a full-time career.

Hypothetical Scenarios and Personal Reflections

• 👤 When asked about talking to someone they've covered, Mike would choose Melissa Huckabe, while Gibby would pick Tommy Lynn Sells or Arthur Shawcross.
• ❓ For interviewing a killer, Mike would choose the Zodiac Killer, and Gibby would interview Casey Anthony, though he'd also like to hear from victim Lacy Peterson.
• 📺 Their personal versions of hell include watching shows like "Flip or Flop" or "Keeping Up with the Kardashians."

True Crime Origins and Podcast Journey

• 💡 Mike's interest in true crime began with childhood books like Encyclopedia Brown and Hardy Boys, progressing to authors like Ann Rule and John Douglas.
• 🔪 Gibby's interest was sparked by Jack the Ripper and the Black Dahlia case.
• 🤔 Gibby initially joined the podcast as a guest but decided to become a regular co-host due to his friendship with Mike and enjoying the process.

Behind the Scenes and Research Process

• 🤫 The hosts would not help each other hide a body, emphasizing their moral boundaries.
• 🕵️‍♀️ Research for episodes is primarily done online, involving extensive computer work rather than in-person interviews.
• 🤯 Both hosts admit to contemplating the mechanics of committing a perfect murder, though they ultimately believe they wouldn't succeed with modern technology.

Case Preferences and Emotional Impact

• 💀 When asked about serial killers they find most interesting, Mike chose Manson and Dahmer, while Gibby also leaned towards Dahmer and Gacy.
• 💔 Cases involving children, such as Sandy Hook and JonBenét Ramsey, are particularly difficult for them to cover emotionally.
• 🤝 They have received emotional outreach from families of victims, which has been a challenging but ultimately rewarding aspect of their podcasting journey.

International Cases and Listener Engagement

• 🌍 Covering cases outside the US is challenging due to unfamiliar legal systems and pronunciation of place names.
• 💬 They acknowledge that serial killers might listen to their show and encourage anyone with harmful intentions to reconsider.
• 🤝 The hosts express deep appreciation for their listeners, the social media engagement, and the community they've built, emphasizing their genuine connection with their audience.