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A Devil's Tail

by Mona Tian, Alia Yusuf

Season 2

When Women Kill

Most of the cases we have covered in this podcast are male killers. In today's episode, which also is the last episode of season 2, we cover two stories from Japan. One century apart, both committed by women. Please enjoy this double bill episode, "A demon midwife" and "sasebo schoolgirl murder".

University of Iowa Shooting

There is never an easy way to talk about a school shooting. It is even more shocking when it happens at a prestigious PHD program. In this episode, we cover the story of this tragic event that shocked the nation in the 90s.

Sister Ping - The Snakehead Queen

In today's episode, we cover the complex legacy left by Cheng Chui Ping aka Sister Ping. She was a woman who ran a human smuggling operation between Hong Kong and NYC for 16 years. She's a hero to some and a ruthless criminal to others. This story is bigger than Sister Ping. It is a reflection of the inequality around the world. The American dream for many is an unachievable goal, to some who dare to take actions, they may never live to see it come true.

A Mother's Despair

Pai Hsiao Yen, the daughter of famous Taiwanese actress Pai Bing Bing was kidnapped and murdered in the 90s. The murderers went on to commit more crimes against others including holding a South African government official and his family hostage. In this episode, we cover this crazy murder case and political crisis from Taiwan.

The Murder of Shao Tong

Shao Tong, a Chinese international student from Iowa State University went missing in Nevada and later was found murdered. In this episode, we cover this disturbing story of young love gone wrong.

Tan Family Massacre

4 children were brutally murdered without clear motives in the 70s in Singapore. The case is reopened recently based on new information provided by a member of the public. In this episode, we dive into this infamous case that had shocked the citizens of Singapore.

The Mysterious Death of Sumbee Tomorsukh

Known by his nickname Sumbee, Lkhagvasumberel was a young conservationist with a bright future ahead of him. His compassionate spirit and never ending love for the nature saved endangered snow leopards in Mongolia. But it is the same qualities that may have gotten him killed. Are the mining companies involved? Did he suffer from mental illness? In today's episode, we explore the mysterious death of Mongolia's conservationist Sumbee Tomorsukh

Twitter Killer

The introduction of internet changed everyone's life in this world. The invention of social media brought people together in ways we could not imagine before. With great inventions also come with great risks and unforeseen dangers. In today's episode, we cover the story of serial killer Takahiro Shiraishi, who used twitter to target, lure and manipulate his victims

Witchcraft Murderess

In today's episode, we cover the story of Mona Fandey, a failed pop star who became a witch doctor and murderess in Malaysia. Listen till the end for a little clip of her hit song "Diana"

Nepalese Royal Massacre

Welcome to our season 2! We are curious about what you think of this episode. Do you think this massacre was a political set up or do you believe the crown prince was so lovesick an delusional he killed his entire family?

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