Nannie Doss spent her life searching for the "perfect man" she read about in her favorite romance magazines. When reality failed to live up to the fantasy, she didn’t just file for divorce—she reached for the arsenic. For nearly three decades, husbands, sisters, mothers, and even her own children fell ill and died, leaving Nannie with a trail of insurance payouts and a smile on her face. In this episode, we’re breaking down the shocking confession that earned her the nickname the Giggling Granny and solidified her spot as one of the most prolific female serial killers in history.

Content warning:This discussion includes sensitive topics such as child loss and filicide, domestic and sexual abuse, and detailed descriptions of poisoning. It may be particularly distressing for those sensitive to crimes involving family betrayal. Listener discretion is strongly advised

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On a frigid November night in 1986, flight attendant Helle Crafts returned to her Newtown, Connecticut home and vanished into a blinding snowstorm. Her husband, airline pilot Richard Crafts, claimed she had left to visit family in Denmark. But as the snow began to melt, a chilling story emerged—one involving a rented industrial woodchipper, a chainsaw found in the Housatonic River, and a forensic breakthrough that would make legal history. In this episode, we dive into the gruesome details of the case that inspired Fargo and proved that even when you try to erase a victim entirely, science can still find the truth.

Content Warning: Due to the nature of this case, this episode contains graphic descriptions of extreme violence and the mechanical disposal of human remains. We will be discussing forensic details that some listeners may find deeply disturbing, specifically involving the use of power tools. Listener discretion is highly recommended.

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