{"podcast":{"title":"Scream and Sugar: True Crime Coffee Hour","slug":"scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour-6712281","podcast_index_feed_id":6712281,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/6015946/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/664df28772a60ef931bcf075b2d8b0ae.jpg","author":"Candace Durand and Sahara Harrington","episode_count":99,"summary":"Embark on a chilling journey with \"Scream and Sugar: True Crime Coffee Hour,\" a riveting podcast hosted by Sahara Harrington and Candace Durand from Reno, NV. This dynamic duo brings a blend of true crime narratives, unsolved mysteries, and razor-sharp humor into each episode. Picture a dark roast of suspense - where shocking stories are served with a side of caffeinated banter that crafts a rich and potent brew of crime and local coffee inspiration. So, grab your mug, settle in, and let \"Scream and Sugar\" take you on a thrilling journey through the mysteries of the darker side. Contact us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scream.and.sugar.podcast On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scream.and.sugar.podcast Or email us: screamandsugarreno@gmail.com Merchandise: https://scream-and-sugar-podcast.printify.me/ Disclaimer: This podcast contains content that may be upsetting. The topics of this podcast are researched using publicly available information, and may occasionally be incorrect. Due to the topics covered, listener discretion is advised. Huge shout out to Taylor Sommer for the amazing intro/outro music. All music inquiries can be sent to remmosrolyat@yahoo.com. Become a…","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour-6712281"},"episode":{"title":"Ep 86 - The Judas Priest Suicide Case","slug":"ep-86-the-judas-priest-suicide-case","published_at":"2026-01-01T12:00:09+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour-6712281/ep-86-the-judas-priest-suicide-case","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour-6712281","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-86-the-judas-priest-suicide-case--69263903","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69263903/ep_85_the_judas_priest_suicide_case.mp3","summary":"Hey Spooky Squad! Welcome back to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour. Today, we’re stepping into the courtroom for one of the most controversial and emotionally charged cases at the intersection of music, morality, and the law—the Judas Priest suicide trial. In the mid-1980s, two young men attempted suicide after listening to heavy metal music, leaving one dead and the other permanently injured. Their families would later take the band Judas Priest to court, alleging that hidden subliminal messages in the music pushed the teens toward self-destruction. What followed was a landmark trial that forced society to confront fear, censorship, and the power we assign to art. Can music be held responsible for violence and suicide—or was this a case of grief searching for answers? In this episode, we break down the trial, the science behind subliminal messaging, and how this case helped define artistic freedom in America. Grab your coffee and your curiosity, and remember to stay spooky, y’all! Case Notes: Rising for People Coffee: https://risingforpeoplecoffeeco.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopWrZbsnHq6KQ_GUf4HAkNbjdMcm4BrKuACy8DpPUoMlWpjZNeu http://www.thestacksreader.com/the-dreamer-deceiver-the-reno-trial-of-judas-priest/ https://english.elpais.com/culture/2025-12-14/when-judas-priest-were-accused-of-inducing-two-fans-to-kill-themselves-a-chronicle-of-the-most-infamous-trial-in-music-history.html https://thewind.org/episodes/judaspriestontrial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGeNjfRWzXI&rco=1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHOFI5UNNck https://www.hulu.com/watch/f2c6e1ed-0f73-431f-af00-8803b5b73ded https://ultimateclassicrock.com/judas-priest-better-by-you-better-than-me-lawsuit/ https://blabbermouth.net/news/how-judas-priest-debunked-existence-of-hidden…","meta_description":"Hey Spooky Squad! Welcome back to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour. 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