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Real Life Real Crime

Real Life Real Crime

By: Real Life Real Crime Productions
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Twisted, gruesome, sometimes funny, but always true: Real Life Real Crime is a multi-award-winning weekly true crime podcast hosted by Woody Overton. Known for his appearances on Dateline, Woody takes listeners on deep dives into cases he has personally worked, offering a unique and exclusive perspective that only he can share. His extensive knowledge from real cases, along with his captivating storytelling ability, has led to what the news media and loyal fans describe as a “cult following.”

In addition to “Real Life Real Crime,” Woody is dedicated to solving cold cases and actively works with families seeking justice and closure. His commitment to these efforts is reflected in his development of new projects, including "#JusticeFor", highlighting the importance of advocacy in the true crime community, and dives into intense tales in “Scorched,” which examines cases of severe miscarriages of justice while offering insights into the complexities of the legal system. In addition Woody hosts “True Crime Time For,” which is co-hosted by his wife, Cyndi Overton. Together, they explore intriguing stories, bringing their unique dynamic to the table. Join Woody and Cyndi on this riveting journey as they uncover the truth behind real-life crime.

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Episodes
  • Real Life Real Crime | Queens part 1
    Jun 7 2025

    This conversation delves into the harrowing realities of human sex trafficking through the personal story of Tina Dixon. It explores her chaotic childhood, the trauma she faced, and her eventual entrapment in the sex trafficking industry, including her experiences with the Dixie Mafia. The discussion highlights the complexities of abuse, control, and survival in a world that often overlooks the victims of such exploitation. This conversation delves into the harrowing experiences of a survivor of sex trafficking, detailing the control exerted by the Dixie Mafia, the brutal realities of life on the circuit, and the long-lasting effects of trauma. The discussion highlights the importance of empowerment through education and the establishment of nonprofits like the Queens of Digital Marketing, which aim to provide survivors with the skills and support needed to rebuild their lives.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Human Sex Trafficking

    03:53 Tina's Chaotic Childhood and Early Trauma

    10:05 Running Away and Entering the French Quarter

    15:59 Life in the Brothel: The Reality of Sex Trafficking

    21:53 The Dixie Mafia Connection and Exploitation

    27:56 The Cycle of Abuse and Control

    29:43 The Dixie Mafia's Control and Drug Management

    30:14 Life on the Circuit: A Glimpse into the Brothel Business

    32:41 The Circuit: Moving Girls and Managing Clients

    34:03 Violence and Trauma: A Personal Account

    36:03 Life After Trauma: Marriage and Motherhood

    38:53 Returning to the Old Life: The Struggle with Addiction

    40:44 The Dark Side of Sex Trafficking: Organized Crime

    42:55 Understanding Sex Trafficking: A Survivor's Perspective

    45:22 Empowering Survivors: The Queens of Digital Marketing

    49:44 Building a Nonprofit: The Journey of the Queens

    52:45 The Mission: Saving Lives and Creating Opportunities

    human sex trafficking, exploitation, childhood trauma, Dixie Mafia, brothels, Louisiana, abuse, survival, resilience, awareness, Dixie Mafia, sex trafficking, organized crime, survivor stories, drug addiction, brothel business, trauma recovery, nonprofit, empowerment, digital marketing

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • True Crime Time For June 6, 2025 | Murder, Madness & the Myths of War: True Crime Meets History
    Jun 6 2025

    In this episode of True Crime Time For, hosts Woody and Cyndi Overton discuss various tragic and shocking crime stories-a drive-by shooting in South Carolina, an animal cruelty case in Connecticut, and an unsolved murder case in Oklahoma City. They reflect on the impact of these events on communities and the importance of justice. The conversation also touches on mental health issues related to crime and the consequences of violent actions. In this conversation, the speakers delve into a shocking crime involving a murder case that highlights the complexities of mental illness and the justice system. They discuss the details of the crime, the subsequent investigation, and the legal outcomes, including the implications of the perpetrator's mental health. The conversation then shifts to a historical analysis of D-Day, exploring the darker aspects of wartime actions and the crimes committed by allied forces. The speakers emphasize the importance of accountability and remembering the full scope of history, including the atrocities that occurred during significant events like D-Day. The discussion concludes with a call to action regarding societal issues, particularly focusing on the need for awareness and intervention in cases of crime and injustice.

    Chapters

    00:00 Remembering D-Day and Its Impact

    02:01 The Tragic Case of Skyler Baker

    05:06 Animal Cruelty: The Case of Bruno

    08:03 Unsolved Murder: The Case of Julie Mitchell

    13:56 The Shocking Suicide During Interrogation

    17:02 The Disturbing Story of Tori Moore

    22:50 The Conviction of a Murderer

    28:00 The Discovery of Human Remains in the UK

    33:52 D-Day: A Historical Perspective

    44:06 Reflections on Crime and Accountability


    True Crime, D-Day, Wakeboarding Accident, Drive-By Shooting, Animal Cruelty, Unsolved Murder, Mental Health, Convenience Store Shooting, crime, murder, D-Day, historical crimes, mental illness, accountability, war crimes, justice, police investigation, societal issues

    Executive Producer: Leah Marie

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    45 mins
  • True Crime Time For June 5, 2025 | Child Murder, Celebrity Crime & a Mountain Lion Showdown
    Jun 5 2025

    In this episode of True Crime Time For, hosts Woody and Cyndi Overton discuss various true crime news stories, including the fall of attorney Tom Girardi, an animal cruelty case involving a hoarder in Queens, the shocking smuggling of baby tigers, and the ongoing speculation surrounding Jeffrey Epstein's death. The conversation highlights the complexities of legal issues, the impact of crime on society, and the importance of animal welfare. This conversation delves into various themes, including the controversial findings of an autopsy, a disturbing case of child murder, the justice served to a convicted murderer, and a heartwarming story of a man and his dog facing a mountain lion. The discussion highlights the complexities of crime, justice, and the bond between humans and animals.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to True Crime Time

    01:30 The Fall of Tom Girardi

    06:49 Animal Cruelty Case in Queens

    15:10 The Shocking Case of Smuggled Baby Tigers

    24:50 Epstein's Death: Suicide or Murder?

    28:50 The Controversy Surrounding Autopsy Findings

    30:13 Family Matters: A Disturbing Case of Child Murder

    33:35 Justice Served: The Fate of a Convicted Murderer

    37:32 A Heartwarming Rescue: Man and Dog vs. Mountain Lion

    45:53 Heroic Acts: Protecting Pets from Wild Animals

    True Crime, Tom Girardi, Animal Cruelty, Baby Tigers, Epstein, True Crime News, Legal Issues, Celebrity Scandals, Crime Updates, Crime Stories, autopsy, child murder, justice, mountain lion, heroic rescue, crime, family matters, public safety, animal encounters, true crime

    Executive Producer: Leah Marie

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    51 mins
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love every story drive a truck an listen every night. Woody rocks on crime stories

my favorite podcast

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there is alot of corruption in Rapides , LA. Need a new DA. I have never heard of such a disgraceful DA.

Woody Overton is incredible at telling the victims

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been with him since day one became a Patron when I could and I have supported his shows ever since hes that good

most excellent

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Awesome podcast. Love it. Keep up the good work! Can't wait for the next story.

Awesome

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Woody Overton is a true LEO (law enforcement officer) the language, and cup humor.... I love the perspective of each episode. His voice is great! the stories are relatable, but so much more of them coming from this former detective and patrol LEO. 100% recommended! #retiredchiefofpolice

my favorite true crime

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my son is taking his exams to become a L.E.O. it's been his dream since he was 5 yrs old. I am very scared for him as we have had 4 officers killed in the line of duty near us in the last month. Thank you for doing this episode.

Love this episode

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Need this daily, I can't start my day without my 3 men. great stories, love the banter. love the kinky crimes! Keep it up! 💯 👌 😌

Yeesss

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I love RLRC. Woody tells the best stories. I'm trying to play catch up right now but I will catch up soon

RLRCTHE BEST

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Stories for experience not what someone read of the internet. Woody has the best voice to tell his stories, and so entertaining!

Hands down best podcast!

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anyone can go online and read crimes and drink wine while doing so. this podcast straight from the detective

the real deal

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