Motive & Malice is a raw, unfiltered true crime podcast hosted by Rue Bee, diving deep into the dark psychology behind real crimes, toxic relationships, obsession, betrayal, revenge, and the emotions that push people to deadly decisions.
This isn’t just about murder cases it’s about the motive behind them.
Each episode breaks down real stories with honest commentary, emotional insight, social media influence, relationship dynamics, courtroom details, and the uncomfortable questions people are afraid to ask.
Because every crime has a motive, but not every motive explains the malice.
🎙️ Hosted by Rue Bee 🖤 New episodes weekly
Left Behind – The Mysterious Death of Alonzo Brooks
On April 3, 2004, 23-year-old Alonzo Brooks attended a party in the small town of La Cygne, Kansas—and never made it home.
Nearly a month later, after extensive searches, Alonzo’s family made a heartbreaking discovery that would leave investigators and the public with more questions than answers. Years later, the FBI reopened the case, a new autopsy ruled his death a homicide, and the search for justice continues.
In this episode of Motive & Malice, Rue Bee takes you through the timeline of Alonzo’s disappearance, the investigation, the unanswered questions, and the family’s unwavering fight for answers.
In This Episode: • Who was Alonzo Brooks? • The party in La Cygne, Kansas • The 27-day search • The discovery that shocked investigators • The FBI’s renewed investigation • The homicide ruling • Rue Bee’s Corner: Families deserve answers, not silence.
If you have information about the death of Alonzo Brooks, the FBI is still seeking tips.
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Because every victim has a story… and every family deserves answers.
14 Jul 2026
Celia: Justice She Never Got
Content Warning: This episode discusses slavery, sexual assault, abuse, and execution. Listener discretion is advised.
In this special historical episode of Motive & Malice, Rue Bee takes you back to 1855 to tell the story of Celia, a young enslaved Black woman whose name history nearly erased.
Sold into slavery as a child, Celia endured years of sexual abuse at the hands of the man who enslaved her. One summer night, after years of unimaginable trauma, she fought back.
What followed wasn’t just a murder trial it became one of the most significant legal cases in American history.
Why did the court refuse to let the jury consider whether Celia had the right to defend herself?
How could the law treat her as property, yet hold her fully responsible for murder?
And what does her story teach us about justice, humanity, and the legacy of slavery in America?
Join Rue Bee as she separates historical fact from myth, walks through the investigation and trial, and explores why Celia’s story still matters nearly 170 years later.
In this episode:
Who was Celia?
Life under slavery in 1855 Missouri
The years of abuse she endured
The night Robert Newsom died
The investigation and trial
The appeal and execution
Celia’s lasting legacy
Rue Bee’s Corner
Because every case has a motive… every crime leaves a trail… and every victim deserves to have their story told.
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1 Jul 2026
Rue Bee’s Corner: Being strong all the time is exhausting
🖤 New segment alert 🖤
Today, I’m introducing a special segment on Motive & Malice called Rue Bee’s Corner. This is a safe space where we’ll step away from the crime stories and have real, raw conversations about life, mental health, healing, relationships, grief, and everything in between.
Sometimes life itself is the hardest story to navigate, and I want us to talk about the things people are often afraid to say out loud.
Y’all know over here we keep it real, so stay tuned because today’s conversation is one you don’t want to miss. 🫶🏿🖤
#MotiveAndMalice #RueBeesCorner #MentalHealthMatters #RealLifeConversations #HealingJourney #PodcastCommunity
29 Jun 2026
Gone While They Slept: The Disappearance of Unique Harris
In October 2010, 24-year-old Unique Raquel-Leona Harris kissed her children goodnight, never knowing it would be the last time.
When morning came, Unique was gone. No goodbye. No note. No trace.
A devoted mother of two, Unique left behind everything she needed, including her glasses. As investigators searched for answers, suspicion eventually focused on a man she had been dating Isaac Moye.
Nearly a decade later, a conviction would finally come. But one heartbreaking question still remains: Where is Unique Harris?
Join RueBee as she dives into this chilling case of jealousy, loss, and a family still searching for closure.
🎙️ Listener Questions: • Should someone be convicted of murder without a body? • Why do missing Black women often receive less media attention?
#MotiveAndMalice #TrueCrime #UniqueHarris #MissingBlackWomen
22 Jun 2026
Betrayed By The Ones Closest: The Murder of Alexis Crawford
In this episode of Motive & Malice, Rue Bee examines the heartbreaking murder of Alexis Crawford, a 21-year-old Clark Atlanta University student whose life was tragically cut short by the very people she trusted.
What began as a friendship among college students would ultimately unravel into a story filled with betrayal, silence, and devastating consequences. Just days after reporting an alleged sexual assault, Alexis disappeared. As investigators searched for answers, a disturbing truth emerged that shocked the Atlanta community and left a family forever changed.
Join Rue Bee as she breaks down the timeline, the investigation, the arrests, and the lessons that can be learned from Alexis’s story.
Topics discussed: • Alexis Crawford’s life and background • Clark Atlanta University • The sexual assault allegation • Alexis’s disappearance • The investigation and evidence • Arrests and guilty pleas • Friendship, loyalty, and accountability • Justice for Alexis Crawford
⚠️ Listener Discretion Advised
This episode contains discussions of murder, violence, sexual assault, and other sensitive topics that may be disturbing to some listeners.
🖤 Episode Dedication
Before we get out of here, I want to dedicate this episode to Alexis Crawford, her family, and everyone who has ever felt unheard, dismissed, or afraid to speak up. Your voice matters. Your story matters. And Alexis deserved the chance to tell hers.
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Hosted by Rue Bee
Every Crime Has A Motive. Every Motive Leaves A Trail.
16 Jun 2026
Signed. Sealed. & Set Up: The Murder of Monique Baugh
A routine house showing. A fake client. A deadly conspiracy.
In Episode 5 of Motive & Malice, Rue Bee dives into the heartbreaking murder of 28-year-old realtor and mother Monique Baugh. What began as a New Year’s Eve home showing quickly turned into a kidnapping, a murder-for-hire plot, and one of Minnesota’s most shocking criminal cases.
Join me as we unpack the investigation, the conspiracy, the courtroom drama, and the devastating impact Monique’s murder had on her children, family, and community.
This case is a chilling reminder that jealousy, obsession, and the desire for control can have deadly consequences.
🎙️ In this episode: • Who was Monique Baugh? • The fake house showing setup • The kidnapping and murder • The investigation and arrests • The trial and convictions • Rue Bee’s commentary on jealousy, obsession, and toxic relationships
⚠️ Listener Discretion Advised: This episode discusses murder, kidnapping, domestic conflict, and violence that may be disturbing to some listeners.
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Hosted by: Rue Bee
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10 Jun 2026
First date from hell
🎙️ BONUS EPISODE: FIRST DATE FROM HELL The Murder of Sade Robinson
A first date should end with a goodnight text, not a homicide investigation.
On April 1, 2024, 19-year-old Sade Robinson went on a first date with a man she had recently met. She expected to enjoy an evening out and return home. She never did.
What followed was a heartbreaking investigation that shocked Milwaukee and captured national attention. As investigators pieced together Sade’s final hours, they uncovered evidence that prosecutors say revealed a horrifying chain of events.
In this bonus episode of Motive & Malice, Rue Bee takes a closer look at the life of Sade Robinson, the investigation into her disappearance, the evidence presented in court, and the fight for justice by the family and community who refused to let her story be forgotten.
Because sometimes the most dangerous person in the room is the one you trust enough to sit across from.
⚠️ Listener Discretion Advised: This episode discusses homicide, violence, and sensitive subject matter that may not be suitable for all audiences.
🎙️ Hosted by Rue Bee
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Love. Betrayal. Jealousy. Revenge.
Some stories don’t end in heartbreak. They end in homicid
8 Jun 2026
Three Hearts. One coffin.
💔⚰️ Three Hearts. One Coffin.
Some stories are so heartbreaking they leave you asking one question: How could this happen?
In Episode 3 of Motive & Malice, Rue Bee examines a tragic case where multiple lives were forever changed by one devastating act. Behind the headlines is a story of love, loss, betrayal, and the devastating consequences of choices that can never be taken back.
Join me as I break down the timeline, key events, and the people at the center of a case that left an entire community searching for answers.
As always, we’ll explore the motive, uncover the malice, and remember the victims whose stories deserve to be told.
⚠️ Listener Discretion Advised: This episode contains discussions of violence, death, and sensitive subject matter that may be disturbing to some listeners.
🎙️ Hosted by Rue Bee 📧 motiveandmalicepod@gmail.com (mailto:motiveandmalicepod@gmail.com)
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Love. Betrayal. Jealousy. Revenge. Some stories don’t end in heartbreak… they end in homicide.
1 Jun 2026
The Jacksonville Strangler
🎙️ MOTIVE & MALICE — Episode 2 “The Jacksonville Strangler”
In this episode, Rue Bee dives into the horrifying case of Paul Durousseau a serial killer who terrorized women in Jacksonville, Florida while hiding behind the image of an ordinary man.
Veteran. Husband. Taxi driver but beneath the surface was a predator targeting young Black women, many of whom were overlooked by society and the media.
This episode explores: 🩸 The victims and their stories 🩸 The disturbing pattern investigators uncovered 🩸 Violence against Black women 🩸 Warning signs that were ignored 🩸 How predators manipulate trust while hiding in plain sight
Listener discretion is strongly advised due to discussions of murder, sexual assault, and violence against women.
Hosted by Rue Bee 🎧 Motive & Malice because everybody has a motive, but not everybody stops at malice.
25 May 2026
Love me…..or sles
Motive & Malice is a raw, unfiltered true crime podcast hosted by Rue Bee, diving deep into the dark psychology behind real crimes, toxic relationships, obsession, betrayal, revenge, and the emotions that push people to deadly decisions.
This isn’t just about murder cases it’s about the motive behind them.
Each episode breaks down real stories with honest commentary, emotional insight, social media influence, relationship dynamics, courtroom details, and the uncomfortable questions people are afraid to ask.
Because every crime has a motive… but not every motive explains the malice.
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