true crime
Hosted by Ashley Willcott and Wavland Road · true crime · EN · 43 episodes
Host Ashley Willcott is known as a tv anchor, a former judge, and a trial lawyer, and nearly all of the cases she's covered over the years intersect with one of the Seven Deadly Sins. Pride, greed, wrath, envy, lust, gluttony and sloth. The opposite of the seven heavenly virtues. These are THE REASONS why criminals commit crimes. They cannot resist their temptations. And it is a fascinating study to delve into the biggest and less known cases to figure out that why behind the crime; the motive. This is a chance for us to figure out that WHY. Join Ashley each and every week as she dives deep into cases you'll recognize instantly - and many you won't. She's joined by a roster of experts to break down each case.
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The Deadly Seven is hosted by Ashley Willcott and Wavland Road. The show has published 43 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "WRATH: Katie Lee (with guest Jennifer Wells)" (30 October 2025, 36 minutes), "LUST: Susan Smith (with guest Tommy Pope)" (22 October 2025, 40 minutes), and "SLOTH: John List (with guest Debbie Goodman)" (3 October 2025, 33 minutes).
The Deadly Seven publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 36 minutes across 43 episodes.
Booking probability for The Deadly Seven is 22%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Deadly Seven requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Deadly Seven's contact route on record: verified email.
Ashley Willcott and Wavland Road hosts The Deadly Seven, a true crime show with 43 episodes published.
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Episode #44
<p>In this week's episode, Ashley Willcott discusses a case happening right now - Katie Lee and the murder and torture of her 17 year-old son.</p> <p><br></p> <p>In our breakdown segment, Ashley is joined by Jennifer...
Episode #43
<p>In this week's episode, Ashley Willcott discusses the infamous case of Susan Smith and the drowning of her two young boys.</p> <p><br></p> <p>In our breakdown segment, Ashley is joined by Tommy Pope, prosecutor in...
Episode #42
<p>In this week's episode, Ashely Willcott discusses the notorious 1970s case of John List.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Ashely is joined by Debbie Goodman in our breakdown segment.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices...
Episode #41
<p>In this week's episode, Ashley Willcott discusses the case of the Minnesota shooter who took aim at students at a church school.</p> <p><br></p> <p>In our breakdown segment, Ashely is joined by Bob Bianchi.</p><p>...
Episode #40
<p>In this week's episode, Ashley Willcott discusses the gruesome case of serial killer and cannibal Joe Metheny.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Ashley is joined by Natasha Scruggs in our breakdown segment.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more...
Episode #39
<p>In this week's episode, Ashley Willcott discusses the controversial case surrounding the murder of Ahmaud Arbery. </p> <p><br></p> <p>In our breakdown segment, Ashley is joined by Kevin Gough, defense attorney for...
Episode #38
<p>In this week's episode, Ashley Willcott discusses the case of Gypsy Rose Blanchard.</p> <p><br></p> <p>In our breakdown segment, Ashley is joined by Constitutional Law expert KrisAnne Hall.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more...
Episode #37
<p>This week, Ashley Willcott delves into the tragic story of Moriah Wilson, a rising star in the world of cycling, whose promising life was cut short by a deadly love triangle. Discover how jealousy and obsession led...
Episode #36
<p>This week Ashley Willcott delves into the chilling case of Jason and Donna Slaughter, who murdered their roommate Michael Haegele in a calculated scheme driven by greed. Initially presented as a missing person's...
Episode #35
<p>This week's episode delves into the Colonial Parkway murders, a series of chilling and connected murders that occurred in Virginia during the late 1980s. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Ashley is joined by Monika Torres in our...
Episode #34
<p>In this gripping episode, Ashley Willcott reviews the dramatic rise and fall of Daniel Serafini, a former Major League Baseball pitcher whose life took a dark turn. From his early success as a standout athlete to his...
Episode #33
<p>In this week's episode, Ashley Willcott discusses the case of 5-year old Terrell Peterson, who was tortured and murdered by members of his own family. </p> <p><br></p> <p>In our breakdown segment, Ashley is joined by...
Episode #32
<p>In this week's episode, Ashley Willcott reacts to the stunning guilty plea by Bryan Kohberger in the Idaho student killings.</p> <p><br></p> <p>In our breakdown segment, Ashley is joined by Melba V. Pearson where...
Episode #31
<p>Ashley Willcott discusses the shocking case of Shanda Vander Ark and the torture she made her son go through until his death.</p> <p><br></p> <p>In our breakdown segment, Ashley is joined by Eric Faddis, where they...
Episode #30
<p>In this week's episode, Ashley Willcott discusses the cold case of Linda O'Keefe, a case that was solved over 50 years later.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Ashley is joined by Elizabeth Baker in our breakdown segment, where the...
Episode #29
<p>In this week's episode, Ashley Willcott discusses the case of police officer Jason Van Dyke and the shooting of 17-year old Laquan McDonald.</p> <p><br></p> <p>In our deep dive, Ashley is joined by Laura Pettler and...
Episode #28
<p>In this week's episode, Ashley Willcott reviews the trial of 2025, currently underway, as Sean Combs faces the spotlight in a court of law. </p> <p><br></p> <p>In our breakdown segment, Ashley is joined by retired...
Episode #27
<p>In this week's episode, Ashley Willcott discusses the case of Dinora Cardoso, who suffered elder abuse and ultimately died as a result of the lack of care from her caregivers. </p> <p><br></p> <p>In our breakdown...
Episode #26
<p>In this week's episode, Ashley Willcott discusses the Bryan Kohberger case and upcoming murder trial.</p> <p><br></p> <p>In our breakdown segment, Ashley discusses the case with Dr. Debbie Goodman delving into...
Episode #25
<p>Ashley Willcott and Silva Megerditchian delve into the complexities of the Slender Man case, focusing on the mental health issues surrounding the juvenile offenders involved. They discuss the implications of...
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