Sword And Scale Rewind

A mother's worst nightmare comes true when her car is stolen with her 6-year-old son in the back seat. Stefanie and Matt discuss the tragic events that followed.

What happens when a journalist gets too close to their subject? Stefanie and Matt discuss this sometimes complicated relationship of mutual manipulation, as well as the killing spree of Kendall Francois.

Matthew Hahn calls in to answer more questions about putting his own life on the line to bring a child molester to justice.

Philip Chism, Part 2. Stefanie and Matt learn even more about the tragic death of a teacher by one of her students. PLUS- Stefanie reveals the latest chilling updates since the original Sword & Scale episodes aired.

Philip Chism, Part 1. Stefanie and Matt break down a disturbing murder that took place on campus during an otherwise ordinary school day.

Don Anderson talks with Stefanie and Matt about surviving members of the Synanon Cult, and the psychological warfare they endured while playing "The Game".

The Amber Alert has deterred many criminals from committing their crimes. Today's episode deals with the origins of this life saving alarm, as well as one sad case where it factored directly into a mother's terrible decision.

The Dark Web. Hard to believe there is a place even more messed up than the regular internet, but Matt and Stefanie do a deep dive on The Silk Road, death betting, and a horrifying business venture called 'No Limits Fun'.

Mike Boudet calls in to discuss the controversy surrounding an episode dedicated to love stories gone wrong that end in murder-suicide.

911 Dispatcher Chris Swick chats with Stefanie and Matt about keeping people on the line as they experience the worst moments of their lives.

Yeah, party time!! Today's episode features a truly SICK party-- one where the host murdered his parents and threw an all-nighter to celebrate while the bodies were still in the house.

The Craig's List Killer, Part 2. Stefanie and Matt continue their analysis of one truly stupid criminal who left behind a mountain of evidence leading to his arrest. The guys also look at some other chilling cases where people used Craig's List to find their victims.

The Craig's List Killer, Part 1. Stefanie and Matt listen to the police interrogation of a clueless fiancee that ultimately leads to the arrest of one particularly arrogant killer.

Stefanie and Matt cover two horrific cases of harm done to children by their absolutely despicable families. This episode is not for the faint of heart.

The North Pond Hermit, The Barefoot Bandit, and The Unibomber. In today's episode, Stefanie and Matt cover three cases of isolated criminals surviving in the woods.

Aaron Hernandez + 'To Catch A Predator' Highlights. Stefanie and Matt cover the rise and fall of former NFL'er Aaron Hernandez, and laugh at some of the dumbest guys to get busted on 'To Catch A Predator'.

The Gainsville Ripper. Matt and Stefanie cover the rare Serial Killer episode, featuring decapitated corpses, wrongfully accused suspects, and a strange little love story to boot!

If a horrific murder takes place in your apartment, should the city tear the building down? Stefanie and Matt attempt to answer the question as they break down another very disturbing case.

Killer Kids!! Today's show features three chilling stories of children committing unspeakable acts.

Former federal public defender and current Loyola Law School Professor Sean Kennedy chats with Matt and Stefanie about our country's conflicted history with the death penalty.