Episode

True Crime: The Staircase | Part 2

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Severed | True Crime Podcast
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May 11, 2026
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4776
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Summary

We resume our deep-dive into the 13-part Netflix docuseries The Staircase. We share insights about Elizabeth Ratliff’s death, Kathleen’s autopsy findings, Michael’s infidelities (redux), and the blowpoke ( not a euphemism in this case, just a fireplace poker you can, apparently, blow).  CW | TW: This episode discusses graphic crime scene details, including blood imagery and strong sexual themes. NSFW. Profanity included. Listener discretion is advised. Email: [email protected] Website: severedpodcast.com Instagram: @severed_podcast Hosts: Harry Chambers + Drew Hudson Logo Art: Drew Hudson Theme Song Composer | Podcast Editor: Harry Chambers Show Concept | Researcher | Lead Writer: Drew Hudson Available on all podcast platforms, including Rogue Media Network and Radio Garden State Sources Docuseries: The Staircase (2018) | Netflix Article: “Cerebral Hemorrhage” via UTHealth Houston Neurosciences ( med.uth.edu ) Article: “Diagnosis of Hemorrhagic Stroke in an Exhumed Brain After Three Years of Burial in a Deep Grave” by Bennet Omalu, Jennifer Hammers, Todd Luckasvic via NIH ( Journal of Forensic Science ; 57(6); pubmed.ncbi.nlm.hig.gov ) Article:  “Forensic Autopsy” by Ritesh G. Menezes and Francis N. Monteiro via NIH ( Journal of Forensic Science; ncbi.nlm.nih.gov ) Peterson Emails: “Strange Than Friction” via Vance Holmes ( vanceholmes.com )