In Episode 10 of SoCal Slaughters, Bri and the crew dive into one of California’s most disturbing serial murder cases: Randy Kraft, known as “The Scorecard Killer.” The hosts examine Kraft’s decades-long killing spree, the mysterious coded scorecard found in his possession, victim profiles, evidence presented at trial, and the lasting impact his crimes had across Southern California. From his arrest to the investigation that helped connect dozens of victims, this episode explores one of the state’s most chilling criminal cases.

⚠️ TRIGGER WARNINGS:This episode contains discussions of serial murder, graphic violence, torture, sexual assault, abuse, kidnapping, dismemberment, victimization of young men, drugging, crime scene details, and other disturbing true crime content. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

🍹 Featured Cocktail: Harvey Wallbanger
- 1.5 oz Vodka
- 4–6 oz Orange Juice
- ½ oz Galliano Float
- Served over ice in a highball glass

🍊 Bri-Lixer (Non-Alcoholic Version)
-1.5 oz NA Vodka
- 4–6 oz Orange Juice
- ½ oz Galliano-Inspired Simple Syrup
- 1 cup sugar
-¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- Peels from 1 lemon
- 2 star anise
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Simmer until sugar dissolves, cool completely, then strain.
-Served over ice in a highball glass.

📚 Sources & Show Notes
Los Angeles Times (1988)https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1988-10-02-me-4891-story.html
Justia – California Supreme Court Case Detailshttps://law.justia.com/cases/california/supreme-court/4th/23/978.html
Long Beachize – Randy Kraft History & Timelinehttps://longbeachize.com/articles/the-disturbing-creepy-history-of-long-beachs-scorecard-killer-randy-kraft/

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On Christmas Eve 2008, a family gathered in Covina, California expecting a night of celebration. Instead, they became victims of one of the most horrifying holiday tragedies in modern history.

In this episode of SoCal Slaughters, the girls dive into the chilling case of Bruce Jeffrey Pardo, a man whose rage and obsession led to a carefully planned attack that left an entire family shattered. Disguised as Santa Claus and armed with multiple weapons, Pardo carried out a brutal act of violence that would forever change the lives of those connected to the Ortega family.

The girls break down the events leading up to the massacre, the devastating aftermath, and the lasting impact this case continues to have today.

Content Warning: Gun violence, arson, suicide, and graphic discussion of violent crime.

🍎 Cocktail of the Episode: Cranberry Apple Mule✨

Mocktail Option: Bri-Lixir version available

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In Episode 8 of SoCal Slaughters, the girls examine the tragic mass shooting at Borderline Bar & Grill in Thousand Oaks, California. They explore the life and background of gunman Ian David Long, a former Marine struggling with mental health issues, and reconstruct the events of the night that left 12 victims dead, including Ventura County Sheriff’s Sgt. Ron Helus.

The episode dives into the warning signs leading up to the attack, survivor accounts, law enforcement response, and the devastating aftermath that rippled through the community.

The girls also discuss the overlap of the tragedy with the Woolsey Fire, which forced many survivors to face yet another disaster just days later.

Listener discretion is strongly advised. This episode contains discussions of mass violence, murder, suicide, PTSD, trauma, grief, and other disturbing topics.

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