Love is supposed to be the safest place we know. Sometimes, the people we trust the most are the ones we should fear.
Because behind closed doors, love can become obsession. Devotion can become control. Promises can become lies.
Welcome to L.I.A.R. - Love Isn't Always Real. A true crime podcast examining murders committed within families and intimate relationships and the secrets, betrayals, manipulation, and warning signs that may have come before them.
Each episode we will look beyond the crime itself. we will uncover the relationships behind the headlines, follow the investigation. seperate fact from deception and remember the victims as more than the final chapter of someone else's story.
Because the most dangerous person isn't always the stranger outside your door.
Sometimes...
They already have a key.
The conversation delves into a complex true crime case, exploring the intricacies of relationships, cultural context, and the impact of Hurricane Katrina on the narrative. The hosts discuss their personal connections to the story The conversation delves into the complex relationship between Zach Bowen and Addie Hall, set against the backdrop of Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath. It explores their individual backgrounds, the dynamics of their relationship, and the tragic events that unfolded, emphasizing the importance of understanding both sides of their story.
27 Oct 2026
Ronald Defeo Jr: Amityville Murders
The conversation delves into the infamous Amityville murders, exploring the true crime aspects rather than the supernatural narratives. It highlights the complex family dynamics, particularly the relationship between Ronald DeFeo Jr. and his parents, which contributed to the tragic events. The conversation delves into the tragic events surrounding the DeFeo family murders, exploring the unusual circumstances, conflicting accounts, and the subsequent trial of Ronald DeFeo Jr. The discussion highlights the complexities of mental health in legal contexts and the challenges faced by both prosecution and defense. The conversation delves into the complexities of the prosecution's case against Butch, the jury's verdict, and the subsequent haunting narrative associated with the Amityville house. It explores the interplay between mental health, legal defenses, and the sensationalized stories that emerged following the infamous murders. The conversation delves into the Amityville case, exploring the aftermath of the DeFeo family murders, the cultural impact of the haunted house narrative, and the importance of remembering the victims overshadowed by the ghost story. It highlights the complexities of family dynamics, the distinction between evidence and mythology, and the societal fascination with supernatural explanations.
Takeaways
Amityville's true crime roots
Family dynamics shaped tragedy Unusual circumstances of the murders
Conflicting accounts and mental state Insanity defense complexities
Amityville haunting narrative Victims overshadowed by ghost story
Cultural fascination with haunted houses
20 Oct 2026
Tyler Hadley: Kill For Your Right To Party
In July 2011, 17-year-old Tyler Hadley of Port St. Lucie, Florida murdered his parents, Mary Jo and Blake Hadley, inside their family home - then hosted a house party while their bodies remained inside.
In this episode, we break down what happened before, during, and after that night, the investigation, the trial, and how a party invitation on Facebook unraveled the case.
13 Oct 2026
Over The Edge: Toni and Harold Henthorn
On their 12 anniversary hike in Rocky Mountain National Park, Toni Henthorn fell over 100 feet to her death. Her husband Harold said it was an accident. He was the only witness, just like when his first wife died under a car on a remote Colorado road. This week on L.I.A.R., one husband, two accidents, and the pattern that finally caught him.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Context
03:53 The Hinthorne Case Unfolds
10:03 Patterns of Abuse and Control
14:13 The Trial and Conviction
20:03 Reflections on Domestic Abuse
6 Oct 2026
Behind The Prefect Social Media Image
May 4th, police are dispatched to the Thy, Maya, Max, and Matthew Mitchell home for a welfare check. What is discovered rocks a whole city.
27 Sept 2026
Cullen Davis: The Murder Mansion
A true crime podcast explores the case of T. Colin Davis, the richest man ever tried for murder in America. The story delves into domestic abuse, control, and the consequences of love turning dangerous. The case involves a brutal murder, attempted murder, and a shocking murder-for-hire plot.
Takeaways
Domestic abuse and control can escalate to dangerous levels, leading to tragic consequences.
The power of wealth and resources can influence the outcome of legal cases, creating doubt and confusion in the absence of physical evidence.
Chapters
00:00 The Legal Battle and Acquittal
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