Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide
Ky Charles
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Ky Charles
▶ WebplayerWhat drives people to hurt the ones they love? Every week on Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, we’ll go on a journey, together, through true crime relationship stories that were doomed bonds from the start.You won't be alone. I, Ky Charles, will be on the emotional journey with you; retelling stories of crimes of passion — reacting with raw honesty, passionate rants, and unfiltered frustration when justice isn’t served.From love-triangles to fatal attractions, we'll uncover the twisted side of relationships that led to homicide.Want even more exclusive cases, deeper dives, ad-free content, and behind-the-scenes access? Find o...
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Jan 19, 2026 · 26:07
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Jan 12, 2026 · 40:05
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Jan 5, 2026 · 43:08
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Dec 24, 2025 · 10:18
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Dec 22, 2025 · 7:27
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Dec 17, 2025 · 8:24
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Dec 8, 2025 · 15:05
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Dec 5, 2025 · 7:41
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Dec 1, 2025 · 15:41
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Nov 28, 2025 · 8:05
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Nov 26, 2025 · 16:08
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Nov 24, 2025 · 44:51
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Nov 21, 2025 · 20:23
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