On June 24, 1973, a deadly fire tore through the UpStairs Lounge, a popular gay bar in New Orleans’ French Quarter. The blaze claimed the lives of 32 people, making it the deadliest attack on the LGBTQ+ community in U.S. history—until the Pulse nightclub shooting more than four decades later.

But while Pulse brought national mourning and support, the UpStairs Lounge fire was met with silence, shame, and abandonment. Churches refused to hold funerals. Families disowned victims. And to this day, the arsonist has never been officially identified.

In this episode, we revisit that horrific night, the community it devastated, and the ongoing fight to ensure those who died are not forgotten.

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This episode explores the chilling Icebox Murders case from 1965, where police discovered the dismembered bodies of Fred and Edwina Rogers in their home in Houston, Texas. Their son, Charles Rogers, became the prime suspect after he vanished without a trace. The episode delves into the details of the crime, the background of Charles, and the various theories surrounding his disappearance, leaving listeners with a haunting mystery that remains unsolved to this day.

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The Parker-Hulme case is a chilling true crime story from 1954, where two teenage girls, Pauline Parker and Juliet Hulme, committed a brutal murder of Pauline's mother, Honora Parker. Their intense friendship, marked by shared fantasies and isolation, spiraled into violence as they plotted the murder to escape separation. The trial captivated the world, raising questions about mental health, obsession, and the nature of their relationship. Both girls were found legally sane and received sentences that allowed them to eventually lead new lives, with one becoming a successful author. The case continues to intrigue and horrify, highlighting the dark side of youthful imagination.

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This episode of Day by Day True Crime Stories delves into the tragic events surrounding the disappearance and murder of three civil rights workers—James Chaney, Andrew Goodman, and Michael Schwerner—during the Freedom Summer of 1964 in Mississippi. Their story highlights the violent resistance to civil rights in the South, the subsequent FBI investigation, the trial of the perpetrators, and the lasting impact of their deaths on the civil rights movement.

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This episode explores the life and death of Benjamin 'Bugsy' Siegel, a notorious figure in organized crime who played a pivotal role in the development of Las Vegas. From his early days in Brooklyn to his ambitious plans for the Flamingo casino, the podcast delves into Siegel's complex character, his rise to power, and the circumstances surrounding his violent murder. It highlights the duality of his legacy as both a visionary and a criminal, ultimately leading to his downfall.

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This episode of Day by Day True Crime Stories delves into the tragic murder of Vincent Chin, a Chinese-American man whose death in 1982 became a pivotal moment for Asian American civil rights. The podcast explores the circumstances surrounding his murder, the subsequent lack of justice for his killers, and the activism that arose from this injustice, highlighting the ongoing struggles for equity and recognition within the Asian American community.

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This episode explores the life and tragic death of XXXTentacion, a rising hip hop star whose legacy is marked by both his musical talent and personal controversies. The podcast details the events leading up to his murder, the subsequent investigation, and the trial of those responsible, while also reflecting on the complicated nature of his impact on music and culture.

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This episode explores the tragic case of Mackenzie Lueck, a University of Utah student who disappeared in 2019 after arriving at Salt Lake City International Airport. The investigation led to Ayula Ayayi, who was charged with her murder. The episode discusses the details of the case, the investigation, and the legacy left behind by Mackenzie, emphasizing the importance of dating safety.

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