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Episode 87 - Marlen & Yovanni Ochoa Lopez

In the spring of 2019, an expectant teen mother living in Chicago, Illinois was eagerly preparing for the birth of her second child. Although money was tight, Marlen Ochoa Uriostegui Lopez was determined to have her baby's nursery ready in time before she delivered.How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Ashton MorrowSources:https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/illinois/update-pregnant-chicago-woman-slain-baby-cut-from-her-womb/article_07540e5a-e7ba-5691-b46c-c6084f95bd09.html?mode=nowapphttps://abc7chicago.com/marlen-ochoa-lopez-baby-ochoa-lopez-chicago-uriostegui/6247827/https://abc7chicago.com/marlen-ochoa-lopez-baby-ochoa-lopez-chicago-uriostegui/6124337/https://blockclubchicago.org/2020/04/24/one-year-later-family-of-murdered-pregnant-teen-marlen-ochoa-lopez-still-waiting-for-justice/https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-met-mural-marlen-ochoa-lopez-20190624-wod4dow525cphlzhknlrkhll2i-story.htmlhttps://blockclubchicago.org/2019/05/20/mural-pays-tribute-to-slain-teenager-marlen-ochoa-lopez-in-pilsen/https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2019/11/19/woman-charged-with-killing-marlen-ochoa-gives-birth/https://abc7chicago.com/marlen-ochoa-lopez-baby-ochoa-lopez-chicago/5403809/https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-marlen-ochoa-lopez-chicago-baby-born-20191119-q6hupekrwfbuhkka2ap3gz66kq-story.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2019/05/18/us/marlen-ochoa-lopez-saturday/index.htmlhttps://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/chilling-new-details-emerge-murder-chicago-woman-whose-baby-was-n1007066https://news.wttw.com/2019/09/10/judge-rejects-decorum-order-marlen-ochoa-lopez-murder-casehttps://blockclubchicago.org/2020/06/16/a-year-after-death-of-slain-teen-marlen-ochoas-son-family-honors-him-with-act-of-kindness/https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-marlen-ochoa-lopez-baby-timeline-20190731-o3v6l76tc5bi3ijx55aqqcmq6e-story.htmlhttps://chicago.cbslocal.com/2019/05/16/marlen-ochoa-family/https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-met-viz-marlen-ochoa-lopez-timeline-htmlstory.htmlhttps://news.wttw.com/2019/05/17/bond-denied-3-brutal-and-heinous-killing-marlen-ochoa-lopezhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-met-marlen-ochoa-lopez-baby-family-20190516-story.html?https://news.wttw.com/2019/09/10/judge-rejects-decorum-order-marlen-ochoa-lopez-murder-casehttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-7036511/Missing-pregnant-teenagers-baby-cut-womb-strangled-death.htmlhttps://blockclubchicago.org/2019/05/23/grandparents-of-murdered-pregnant-teen-granted-humanitarian-visa-to-attend-funeral-service/https://blockclubchicago.org/2019/05/16/family-of-slain-pregnant-woman-pray-for-miracle-for-baby-ask-if-undocumented-status-slowed-investigation/https://chicago.suntimes.com/2019/5/16/18627894/clarisa-figueroa-baby-cut-womb-marlen-ochoa-lopezhttps://www.cnn.com/2019/05/26/us/chicago-marlen-ochoa-lopez-investigation/index.htmlhttps://chicago.suntimes.com/2019/5/15/18627339/marlen-ochoa-lopez-infant-ripped-womb-murdered-cpdhttps://news.wttw.com/2019/05/21/hospital-treated-baby-cut-womb-investigatedhttps://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/crime-and-courts/2019/06/14/marlen-ochoa-lopez-chicago-baby-cut-from-womb-infant-dies-des-moines-ties/1456735001/

Oct 11, 202038 min

Episode 86 - Robert Limon

In the peaceful community of Silver Lakes, California most considered Robert Limon to be a lucky man. A beautiful wife, the perfect marriage, and two amazing children. That is until...a curtain was pulled back revealing a different reality. How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Research & Writing: Stephanie Moore Ashton Morrow Featured Podcast: Excuse me, that's illegal - https://www.buzzsprout.com/1269509 Sources: SABRINA LIMON FULL MURDER TRIAL COURT ON CRIME

Sep 27, 202051 min

Episode 85 - Melinda Pleskovic

As an adult, Melinda Pleskovic still proudly considered her birthplace, Strongsville, Ohio home, which is why once she got married, she felt it was the perfect place to raise a family. But in the midst of some of her happiest moments living in Strongsville, she would unknowingly invite someone into her home, who would ultimately betray her entire family in the most gruesome way. How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Research & Writing: Ashton Morrow Featured Podcast: The Swediana Project - The Jennings 8 - https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-swediana-project Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=btW7lWhpaBU https://popculture.com/trending/news/jeffrey-scullin-murder-mother-in-law-ohio/ https://www.cleveland19.com/2018/10/29/sentencing-set-man-convicted-killing-strongsville-teacher/ https://konniemoments.com/2017/11/01/ohio-man-jeffrey-scullin-accused-of-shooting-stabbing-future-mother-in-law-in-her-home-melinda-pleskovic-was-buried-same-day-killer-should-have-wed-her-daughter/ https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cuyahoga-county/what-to-know-ahead-of-accused-strongsville-killer-jeffrey-scullins-murder-trial/95-604931850 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GUGc5ZmqxsI https://apnews.com/90d1b10b2e7548949f295fb9ead26685 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJg1ao4gDqM https://www.thepostnewspapers.com/strongsville/local_news/man-who-killed-strongsville-teacher-sentenced-to-life-in-prison/article_219dd4ab-10e5-5286-ab1e-eb7cfd973b6d.html https://www.cleveland.com/news/2018/10/manipulative-strongsville-man-gets-life-in-prison-for-brutal-killing-of-fiancees-mother-popular-teacher.html https://www.news-herald.com/news/ohio/strongsville-teacher-stabbing-suspect-linked-by-knife-documents-say/article_c1e3be4e-df35-5774-9849-838477e3c7fc.html https://www.thepostnewspapers.com/brunswick/local_news/daughters-fiance-arrested-in-teachers-murder/article_0b0330cf-06f0-5f4f-8804-cb05c9345077.html https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cuyahoga-county/friends-say-jeffrey-scullin-is-a-big-hearted-guy-not-a-murderer/487830797 https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/oh-cuyahoga/jeffrey-scullin-gets-life-in-prison-for-killing-strongsville-teacher https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/crime/jeffrey-scullin-to-be-sentenced-for-killing-strongsville-teacher-melinda-pleskovic/95-609067024 https://www.thepostnewspapers.com/strongsville/local_news/attempted-break-ins-thefts-precede-strongsville-teacher-s-death/article_a8486d4b-a8ec-50a0-8f5d-1b01cef5a69c.html https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cleveland/one-year-after-her-murder-melinda-pleskovic-family-speaks-out-on-their-enormity-of-their-loss/95-605758972 http://wsgcradio.com/6th-grade-teacher-found-stabbed-to-death-days-after-attempted-break-in-was-reported/ https://www.thepostnewspapers.com/man-pleads-to-klling-future-mother-in-law/article_1691fef4-23e9-50ba-8c9f-bd259dce2c80.html

Sep 13, 202036 min

Episode 84 - Tracey Wylde

On November 24th, 1997, 21-year-old Tracey Wylde spent the early hours of the morning wandering the streets of Glasgow’s red-light district. The place where she met the majority of her clients. However, Tracey had no idea that the strange man who had enlisted her services that night would be the last client she’d ever meet. Co-host - C.K.https://play.acast.com/s/mirthsandmonstershttps://play.acast.com/s/infernalsoulsHow to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Joe TurnerAshton MorrowSpecial Thanks:Dr. Christina Forzani Psy.DCaptain Dean T. Olsonhttps://geniusbookpublishing.com/collections/dean-t-olsonhttps://www.amazon.com/Evil-Desire-Recollections-Crimes-Detective/dp/1947521128Sources:https://www.eveningtimes.co.uk/news/17647010.tracey-wylde-glasgow-takeaway-owner-zhi-min-chen-jailed-for-life-over-1997-murder-of-woman/https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/cold-hearted-killer-who-murdered-14564343https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/17647448.man-jailed-for-young-mothers-murder-in-1997/https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2019/apr/24/man-admits-murder-glasgow-woman-tracey-wylde-1997https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/13214148.new-hope-for-justice-in-glasgows-infamous-prostitute-murders/https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/1128673/tracey-wylde-murder-killer-sentence-family-bernadette-mccashhttp://bigworldtale.com/world-news/cold-blooded-killer-who-choked-mother-21-to-death-20-years-ago/http://www.spa.police.uk/assets/126884/441011/509407/523656/item12https://www.thesun.co.uk/archives/news/9423/man-held-in-india-on-1997-vice-girl-killing/https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/nineteen-years-on-reveal-man-7367413https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/indian-accused-killing-scot-tracey-7410369https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/news/scottish-news/4175376/tracey-wylde-murder-sougat-mukherjee/https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/i-felt-rage-daughter-glasgow-14998026Video references:Unsolved Part 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=009yqun6kEQUnsolved Part 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CDrLKnIJR4oUnsolved Part 3 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWwVMaQYyvwhttp://www.stvfootagesales.tv/record/2487http://www.stvfootagesales.tv/record/2486https://www.facebook.com/bbcscotlandnews/videos/672224459873150/?type=2&theater

Aug 30, 202030 min

Episode 83 - Sophie Lionnet

Sophie Lionnet had dreamed of becoming a nanny and was excited when an opportunity presented itself working for a glamorous and upscale family living in England. However, the innocent young girl couldn’t see the ominous horror creeping just beneath the surface. In fact, no one could. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Ashton MorrowSpecial Thanks:Hayley LopezFeatured Podcast: History That Doesn't Suck historythatdoesntsuck.comSources:https://www.itv.com/news/london/2018-05-24/nanny-verdict-sophie-lionnet-ripe-for-exploitation-by-abusive-employers-court-told/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xE_ixZ8_-AE&t=382shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k4UqSuKgdgA&t=110shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xE_ixZ8_-AEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5PTgzYs_XIhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1z_0mCQm8Ishttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2018/05/24/couple-found-guilty-killing-french-nanny-obsession-ex-boyzone/https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/french-au-pair-murder-sophie-lionnet-london-home-southfields-burned-body-garden-family-tensions-a7965706.htmlhttps://www.thesun.co.uk/news/6388137/boyzone-mark-walton-haunted-murder-nanny-sophie-lionnet-ex-sabrina-kouider/https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2018/jun/26/london-couple-who-murdered-nanny-get-life-sentenceshttps://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-44613725https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2018/05/25/a-london-couples-shared-psychosis-led-to-the-torture-and-death-of-french-au-pair/

Aug 16, 202034 min

Episode 82 - Brian Barrett

Honesty is the foundation for any successful relationship. A quality that can be difficult to find if you’re seeking love online. That’s exactly what one young man discovered after finding himself on an unpredictable virtual journey leading him down a deadly and inescapable path. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Ashton MorrowSpecial Thanks:Jeremy CollinsSamii TaylorFeatured Podcast: What Was That Like https://whatwasthatlike.comSources:https://www.nytimes.com/2007/01/07/nyregion/07triangle.htmlhttps://abcnews.go.com/US/online-love-triangle-deception-end-murder/story?id=14371076https://www.nytimes.com/2007/01/07/nyregion/07triangle.htmlhttps://www.wired.com/2007/08/ff-internetlies/https://www.huffpost.com/entry/and-you-thought-your-moth_b_542100https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7n7InZp_zUhttps://www.nydailynews.com/news/crime/internet-love-triangle-article-1.311952https://www.lockportjournal.com/news/local_news/murder-guilty-plea-in-internet-love-triangle/article_b830ed18-879e-5816-9fa3-62201f90782b.htmlhttps://icantbelieveitsnonfiction.com/2018/09/25/thomas-montgomery/https://icantbelieveitsnonfiction.com/2018/09/25/thomas-montgomery/http://transcripts.cnn.com/TRANSCRIPTS/1206/28/ng.01.htmlhttps://abcnews.go.com/US/online-love-triangle-deception-end-murder/story?id=14371076

Aug 2, 202037 min

Episode 81 - The Farmville Murders

In 2009 in Farmville, Virginia, 16-year-old Emma Niederbrock struck up an online relationship with an aspiring rapper. The two bonded over their love of music, but Emma didn’t realize that her online boyfriend was a much different person in real life. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Joe Turnerhttps://www.joeturnerbooks.comCo-writer:Ashton MorrowSpecial Thanks:SickTanicKhttps://sicktanick.comSources:https://www.sfweekly.com/music/horrorcore-killers-taxicab-confession-reveals-possible-motive/amp/https://www.mercurynews.com/2009/09/25/quadruple-murder-suspects-sister-has-received-death-threats-over-virginia-slayings/https://www.reverbnation.com/sykosam/song/4175318-my-dark-sidehttps://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/gruesome-details-revealed-in-virigina-killings/2088926/https://web.archive.org/web/20110716084156/http://www.wtvr.com/wtvr-farmville-jennifer-nelson-concert,0,1880278.storyhttps://abuse.wikia.org/wiki/Farmville_murdershttps://murderpedia.org/male.M/m/Sam-richard.htmhttps://www.sfgate.com/crime/article/Horrorcore-killing-suspect-quiet-picked-on-3216816.phphttps://archives.sfweekly.com/shookdown/2009/09/22/update-chilling-new-details-emerge-in-syko-sam-horrorcore-murders-casehttps://web.archive.org/web/20110716084156/http://www.wtvr.com/wtvr-farmville-jennifer-nelson-concert,0,1880278.storyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jCLTLUYf0T8 – Interview with Peeweehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCg01z7kC3U – Sam saying “Jesus told me to do it”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAb97o8riAA – Neighbors talk about Samhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BmWqgOdI7jo – Mars talking about Samhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-VMZJEc4WQ – Web of Lies documentaryhttps://web.archive.org/web/20110722023837/http://www2.wsls.com/news/2009/nov/03/richard_Sam_indicted_in_farmville_murders-ar-369714/

Jul 19, 202048 min

Episode 80 - Angela Samota

In the fall of 1984, the future was looking promising for 20-year-old college junior, Angie Samota. The university student had just moved into her own condominium, had a boyfriend, plenty of friends, and a job in the field she was studying.....But sometimes, bad things happen to good people. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Alison SchwartzSpecial Thanks:Sheila Wysocki https://sheilawysocki.com/https://www.withoutwarningpodcast.com/homeSources:Bever, Lindsay. “Her friend’s brutal murder was unsolved for decades. This is how she helped find the killer.” The Washington Post, June 29 2016. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2016/06/29/the-woman-who-became-a-private-investigator-to-help-solve-her-friends-cold-murder-case/?noredirect=onHaas, Brian. “Her message: stay alive by any means.” The Tennessean, March 8 2012. Print.McDermott, Sarah. “My best friend’s killer got away - until I made police try again.” BBC News, June 26, 2018. https://www.bbc.com/news/stories-44470377Stone, Rachel. “Murder case followed neighborhood resident for decades.” Advocate (Lakewood/East Texas), Oct 3, 2012. https://lakewood.advocatemag.com/2012/10/03/murder-case-followed-neighborhood-resident-for-decades/Wynn, Christopher. “Wrongly suspected man recalls trying days.” Lubbock Avalanche Journal, Oct 5, 2012. https://www.lubbockonline.com/filed-online/2012-10-05/wrongly-suspected-man-recalls-trying-days“Police seek clues in stabbing death of SMU junior.” Austin-American Statesman, Oct 15 1984. Print.“Slain co-ed dubbed ‘All-American Girl.’ “ The Kilgore News Herald, Oct 15, 1984. Print.“SMU Student...killing still unsolved.” Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Dec 13 1984. Print.“Student slaying link sought.” The Galveston Daily News, Oct 16 1984. Print.“Police have few leads in slaying of SMU student.” The Odessa American, Oct 15 1984. Print“Donald Andrew Bess, Jr. “ The Texas Tribune. https://www.texastribune.org/library/data/texas-prisons/inmates/donald-andrew-bess-jr/1104023/“Donald Andrew Bess Jr., appellant v. the State of Texas.” The Court of Criminal Appeals of Texas, March 6, 2013. https://cases.justia.com/texas/court-of-criminal-appeals/ap-76-377.pdf?ts=1462448597

Jul 5, 202043 min

Episode 79 - Donna & Dan Fryman

On a chilly January evening in 2004 all that Donna and Dan Fryman had built together, came crashing down. Life as they knew it would never be the same. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale Sources:“7 Things You Should Never Say to a Survivor of Domestic Abuse.” Cosmopolitan, June 26, 2018.https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/reports/a19872615/how-to-talk-about-domestic-abuse/“Death by Design.” Hear No Evil, 2017.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ynpqAkxZNBg“Donna Fryman.” Dateline, 2016.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQ0N0fcCV_8“The Fluidity of Victimhood.” By Elaine Shpungin, Psychological Services Center at University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, 2016.https://conflict180.files.wordpress.com/2016/10/fluidity_chapter-2_final_printing.pdf“Woman Found Not Guilty After Shooting Her Ex Husband.” Democratic Underground, March 13, 2006.https://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=364x652864“Woman Acquitted In Ex-Husband's Death.” Wave 3 News, March 7, 2006. https://www.wave3.com/story/4598489/woman-acquitted-in-ex-husbands-death/“Arguments Open Murder Trial.” The Courier Journal, February 23, 2006.https://www.newspapers.com/clip/13337499/the_courierjournal/“Jury Will Decide Whether Woman Murdered Ex-Husband Or Killed In Self Defense.” Wave 3 News, February 21, 2006.https://www.wave3.com/story/4532339/jury-will-decide-whether-woman-murdered-ex-husband-or-killed-in-self-defense/“Jury Selection to Start in Oldham Murder Trial.” The Courier-Journal, February 20, 2006https://www.newspapers.com/clip/13337542/the_courierjournal/“Fryman Murder Trial Postponed Again.” The Courier-Journal, July 26, 2005.https://www.newspapers.com/clip/13337751/the_courierjournal/“Woman’s Trial in Ex-Husband’s Death Delayed.” The Courier-Journal, January 28, 2005.https://www.newspapers.com/clip/13337650/the_courierjournal/“‘Obsession’ In Alleged Slaying.” The Courier-Journal, January 11, 2005.https://www.newspapers.com/clip/13337679/the_courierjournal/“Woman Accused of Killing Ex Husband Seeks Lower Bond.” The Courier-Journal, April 16, 2004.https://www.newspapers.com/clip/13337611/the_courierjournal/“Fryman Indicted; Claims Self Defense.” The Courier-Journal, March 19, 2004.https://www.newspapers.com/clip/13337806/the_courierjournal/“Abusive Ex-Husband Shot To Death 01-26-04.” Woman Against Gun Control, January 26, 2004.http://www.wagc.com/ky-abusive-ex-husband-shot-to-death-01-26-04/“Melvin Daniel Fryman.” The Courier-Journal, January 15, 2004.https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/louisville/obituary.aspx?n=melvin-daniel-fryman&pid=1803463&fhid=4766“Oldham County Woman Admits Killing Ex-Husband.” Stories of Abused Men in Kentucky, January 13, 2004.http://www.ejfi.org/DV/dv-115.htm“Couple Find Contemporary Furniture Has Local Pizazz.” Louisville Business First, July 30, 2001.https://www.bizjournals.com/louisville/stories/2001/07/30/story8.html"Melvin Daniel Fryman.” Find A Grave, n.d.https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/17636068/melvin-daniel-fryman“Prospect, Kentucky.” Wikipedia, n.d.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prospect,_Kentucky“Welcome To The City Of Prospect, A Great Place To Live.” Prospect, Kentucky Website, n.d.https://prospectky.us/government/welcome/

Jun 22, 202034 min

Episode 78 - The Whitaker Family

December 2003 was a special time for Kent and Tricia Whitaker. Their sons had returned home from University for the holidays, and they were happy to have the whole family back together again. Little did the Whitakers know it would be the last fond memory the family of 4 would share. How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Research & Writing: Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Special Thanks: Dr. Christina Forzani Psy.D Featured Podcast: Bloody Murder - http://bloodymurderpodcast.com/ Sources: “Works of Justice: An Interview With Writing for Justice Fellow Thomas Bartlett Whitaker.” Pen America, April 19, 2019. https://pen.org/works-of-justice-thomas-bartlett-whitaker-interview/ “Texas Man Targeted by a Hitman Fights for the Life of the Person Who Ordered the Murder – His Son.” 48 Hours, January 5, 2019. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/bart-whitaker-sugar-land-texas-murders-father-fights-to-save-son-from-execution/ “Writing for Justice Fellowship 2018-2019.” Pen America, 2018/2019. https://pen.org/writing-justice-2018-2019/ "Meet the father who forgave his son for murdering his family." https://www.mamamia.com.au/bart-whitaker-inside-story/ “Clemency Rare for Death Row Convicts in Texas.” ABC 13 Eyewitness News, February 22, 2018. http://abc13.com/politics/clemency-rare-for-death-row-convicts-in-texas/3114938 “Crime Watch - Murder in the Family ('I Wanted Them Dead').” 2020, 2018. https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x6ft0ik “Gov. Commutes Death Sentence for Man Convicted of Masterminding Murder of Mother, Brother.” CBC News, February 22, 2018. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/bart-whitaker-execution-reprieve-greg-abbott/ “Governor Abbott Commutes Death Sentence Of Thomas Bartlett Whitaker.” Office of the Texas Governor, February 22, 2018. https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-commutes-death-sentence-of-thomas-bartlett-whitaker “Request for Commutation of Death Sentence to a Lesser Penalty.” Document Cloud, January 10, 2018. https://assets.documentcloud.org/documents/4346607/Whitaker-Clemency.pdf “Man Condemned in Family Murder Plot Loses High Court Appeal.” U.S. News, October 10, 2017. https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/texas/articles/2017-10-10/man-condemned-for-family-murder-plot-loses-high-court-appeal “Bart Whitaker on the Stand.” YouTube: IamWhoWeR Mulhall, June 19, 2017. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejDLuUFvJLc “Thomas Bartlett Whitaker, Petitioner – Appellant v. Lorie Davis, Director, Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Correctional Institutions Division, Respondent – A Appellee.” uscourts.gov, April 4, 2017. http://www.ca5.uscourts.gov/opinions/pub/16/16-70013-CV0.pdf “Buried Alive: Stories From Inside Solitary Confinement.” GQ, March 2, 2017. https://www.gq.com/story/buried-alive-solitary-confinement "Family Interrupted.” Forensic Files, August 12, 2015. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NoMzzGJJQG8 “Letters from Death Row: Faith Behind Bars.” Texas Observer, June 12, 2015. https://www.texasobserver.org/death-row-inmates-religion/ “Thomas Bartlett Whitaker, Petitioner, v. William Stephens, Director, Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Correctional Institutions Division, Respondent.” govinfo.gov, March 17, 2015. https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/USCOURTS-txsd-4_11-cv-02467/pdf/USCOURTS-txsd-4_11-cv-02467-0.pdf “Thomas Whitaker; Perry Williams, Plaintiffs – Appellants V. United States Court of Appeals Fifth Circuit Lyle W. Cayce Clerk Brad Livingston, Executive Director of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice; William Stephens, Director, Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Correctional Institutions Division; James Jones; Unknown Executioners, Defendants – Appellees.” Govinfo.Gov, January 22, 2015. https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/USCOURTS-ca5-13-20750/pdf/USCOURTS-ca5-13-20750-0.pdf “Death Row Inmates Sue Texas Governor Rick Perry for Abusive Conditions.” Death Penalty News, May 7, 2012. https://deathpenaltynews.blogspot.com/2012/05/death-row-inmates-sue-texas-governor.html “Thomas Whitaker and Christopher Wilkins, et al., On Behalf of Themselves and Others Similarly Situated, Plaintiffs Vs. Oliver J. Bell, Members of The Tx. Brd. of Criminal Justice, John Whitmire, David J. Callender, M.D., Governor Rick Perry, et al. Defendants.” Class Action Complaint, 2012. http://www.minutesbeforesix.com/MB6Files/2012/Pleadings%20in%20class%20action_conditons.pdf “Savage Son.” Book by Corey Mitchell, May 5, 2010. https://www.amazon.ca/Savage-Son-Corey-Mitchell-ebook/dp/B003KN3JSO “Book 'Em: Murder by Family.” CBS News, August 24, 2009. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/book-em-murder-by-family/ “Thomas Bartlett Whitaker v. The State of Texas (Original).” Justia, US Law, June 24, 2009. https://law.ju

Jun 8, 202050 min

Episode 77 - Cindy James

On May 25th, 1989, the years of harassment endured by 44-year-old Cindy James came to a grim conclusion......With her sudden disappearance. How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Research & Writing: Alison Schwartz Sources: Hall, Neal. “Cindy’s Torment.” Vancouver Sun, December 31, 1990. Print. Hall, Neal. “What Happened to Cindy James?” The Gazette, January 6, 1991. Print. Hall, Neal. “Stranger Than Fiction.” Vancouver Sun, December 29, 1990. Print. Hall, Neal. “Under Siege.” Vancouver Sun, March 24, 1990. Hall, Neal. “Conflicting evidence fabricated tangled puzzle for inquest” Vancouver Sun, May 29, 1990. Hall, Neal. “James inquest held grisly fare for coroner’s jury and journalists” Vancouver Sun, May 29, 1990. Hockenberry, Edie. Medium, March 6, 2020 https://medium.com/true-crime-addiction/the-bizarre-murder-that-officials-claim-was-suicide-true-crime-b0acf528ba4e Horwood, Holly. “Mystery persists.” The Province. March 18, 1990. Print. Jimison, Susan. “Mystery Man Stalks Woman for 6 Long Years - and Finally Kills Her.” Weekly World News. Sept 5, 1989. “Foul play ruled out in nurse's odd death.” The Toronto Star, July 14, 1989 (Newsbank Database) Parton, Nicole and Young, Gerard. “Nurse’s mysterious death ends six years of torment” The Toronto Star, June 18, 1989 (Newsbank database) Young, Gerard. “Dead nurse led normal life before threats, father says.”Vancouver Sun, July 13, 1989. Hack, Melanie. “Did You Know Cindy James?” Feb. 15, 2007. http://melaniehack.blogspot.com/2007/02/imagine-my-surprise-when-i-recently.html Excerpt from Who Killed My Sister, My Friend http://www.melaniehack.com/excerpt Hack, Melanie. “Was Cindy James Killed When She Was About to Reveal The Truth?” May 22, 2009. http://melaniehack.com/blog/?p=503 A Current Affair https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KPZ-G5bFEek&feature=youtu.be Unsolved Mysteries, Season 3, Ep 18, February 13, 1991. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3yJUBUF0s0U Obituary of Cindy Jame https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/151694670/cynthia-elizabeth-james Unsolved Mysteries https://unsolved.com/gallery/cindy-james/ W5 - Who Killed Richmond nurse, Cindy James? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sbrAggQE2EA Death Threats - Audio http://www.melaniehack.com/threats

May 24, 202036 min

Episode 76 - Nina Reiser

On Sunday September 3rd, 2006 Nina Reiser dropped her kids off with their father Hans in Oakland California so they could spend time with him over the Labour Day weekend. But when she missed a couple of dinner dates and failed to pick up her children from school on Tuesday, friends alerted police she was missing. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Special Thanks:Peter & Traci @ PODHIVEhttps://www.podhive.com/Sources:“Reiser5 File-System In Development - Adds Local Volumes With Parallel Scaling Out.” Phoronix, December 31, 2019.https://www.phoronix.com/scan.php?page=news_item&px=Reiser5-Development“Hans Reiser.” Computer Hope, November 16, 2019.https://www.computerhope.com/people/hans_reiser.htm“Tweets About Hans Reiser.” Twitter, August 2019.https://twitter.com/vaurorapub/status/1166512356706283523“Computer Programmer Who Strangled Russian Wife and Buried Her in Shallow Grave is Ordered to Pay Their 'Damaged' Children $60m Compensation.” Daily Mail, July 19, 2012.https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2175836/Hans-Reiser-strangled-Russian-wife-buried-shallow-grave-pay-children-60m-compensation.html“Hans Reiser Loses Civil Suit in His Wife’s Death.” The Charley Project, July 19, 2012.https://charleyross.wordpress.com/tag/hans-reiser/“Hans Reiser Must Pay Kids $60 Million.” SF Gate, July 17, 2012.https://www.sfgate.com/crime/article/Hans-Reiser-must-pay-kids-60-million-3713670.php“Jury Awards Hans Reiser’s Children $60 Million in Damages.” The Mercury News, July 17, 2012.https://www.mercurynews.com/2012/07/17/jury-awards-hans-reisers-children-60-million-in-damages/“Wife Killer, Programmer Hans Reiser Must Pay Kids $60M.” CNET, July 17, 2012.https://www.cnet.com/news/wife-killer-programmer-hans-reiser-must-pay-kids-60m/“Wrongful-Death Lawsuit Against Hans Reiser in Jury’s Hands.” East Bay Times, July 16, 2012.https://www.eastbaytimes.com/2012/07/16/wrongful-death-lawsuit-against-hans-reiser-in-jurys-hands“Hans Reiser Testifies Wife Was 'Psychopath'.” ABC 13, July 13, 2012.https://abc13.com/archive/8736206/“Convicted Killer Reiser Admits Wife Never Directly Harmed Children.” CBC SF Bay Area, July 12, 2012.https://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2012/07/12/convicted-killer-reiser-admits-wife-never-directly-harmed-children/“Hans Reiser Takes Stand for Hours.” NBC Bay Area News, July 12, 2012.https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/hans-reiser-defends-himself/2095757/“Reiser Wrongful Death Trial Begins Today.” ABC 7 News, July 11, 2012.https://abc7chicago.com/archive/8732427/“Reiser Asks Potential Jurors About Morality of Murder.” ABC 7 News, July 10, 2012.https://abc7news.com/archive/8731301/“Convicted of Murder, Linux Guru Hans Reiser Returns to Court to Fight Civil Suit.” Wired, July 6, 2012.https://www.wired.com/2012/07/linux-guru-returns-to-court/“Programmed for Murder.” Dominick Dunne’s Power, Privilege, and Justice, August 28, 2009.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A2Spetgu3tY“San Quentin Prisoner Beaten.” KCBS, January 10, 2009.https://web.archive.org/web/20090609172728/http://www.kcbs.com/pages/3634907.php“Extra: A Stunning Twist.” CBS News, December 30, 2008.https://www.cbsnews.com/video/extra-a-stunning-twist/“Reiser Confesses to Strangling Estranged Wife.” SF Gate, August 30, 2008.https://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/Reiser-confesses-to-strangling-estranged-wife-3197731.php“Hans Reiser Sentenced: 15 Years to Life.” Wired, August 29, 2008.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRn221y-e8g“My Interview With Murderer Hans Reiser.” Salon, July 9, 2008.https://www.salon.com/2008/07/09/hans_reiser“Hans Reiser Confesses, Leads Police to Murdered Wife's Body.” Linux Journal, July 8, 2008.https://www.linuxjournal.com/content/hans-reiser-confesses-leads-police-murdered-wifes-body“Reiser's Desperate Bid for a Reduced Sentence.” The Register, July 8, 2008.https://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/07/08/body_found_reiser/“Wife-Slaying Linux Guru May Have 'Developmental Disability'.” The Register, July 3, 2008.https://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/07/03/reiser_mentally_incompetent_claim/“Extra: Hans Reiser's Phone Call.” CBS News, June 3, 2008.https://www.cbsnews.com/video/extra-hans-reisers-phone-call/“'Geek Defense' Crash-and-Burn: Reiser Found Guilty.” Linux Journal, April 29, 2008.https://www.linuxjournal.com/content/geek-defense-crash-and-burn-reiser-found-guilty“Verdict in Hans Reiser Murder Case -- and Fate of Reiser4 – Imminent.” ZDNet, April 28, 2008.https://www.zdnet.com/article/verdict-in-hans-reiser-murder-case-and-fate-of-reiser4-imminent/“Hans Reiser: A Creep But Not a Murderer?” Tech Liberation, April 19, 2008.https://techliberation.com/2008/04/19/hans-reiser-a-creep-but-n

May 10, 202037 min

Episode 75 - LaNell Barsock

In the summer of 2010, 29 year old LaNell Barsock just about had it all and was living out her dream life in Palmdale California, or so it seemed. She had a beautiful home on a quiet suburban street and a successful career working as a licensed vocational nurse. But there was just one thing missing. The perfect person to share it all with. How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Research & Writing: Phil Kurthausen http://author.to/philkurthausen An award-winning crime and thriller author. Latest novel ‘How to kill your friends’ is available at all online retailers. To find out more about his novels visit: www.philkurthausen.com Assistant Editor: Ashton Morrow Sources: “People V. Austin” https://www.leagle.com/decision/incaco20180504046 “LaNell “C” Barsock- Findagrave.com” https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/71197175/lanell-c-barsock “LaNell Barsock Update” https://homicide.latimes.com/post/lanell-barsock/ “Woman Leaves False Clues” https://truecrimedaily.com/2016/05/31/woman-leaves-false-clues-in-lovers-murder-caught-after-escape-to-belize/ “Belize Deports US Female” http://www.laht.com/article.asp?ArticleId=466567&CategoryId=23558 “Palmdale Woman Guilty of Murdering Girlfriend, Attempting to Frame Women’s Boyfriend” https://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2015/08/14/palmdale-woman-guilty-of-murdering-girlfriend-attempting-to-frame-victims-boyfriend/ “Lanell Barsock, Larene Austin: Black Lesbian Palmdale Nurse Murdered By Craigslist Lover, Who Fled To Belize — On TV One’s ‘Fatal Attraction” https://www.inquisitr.com/3498072/lanell-barsock-larene-austin-black-lesbian-palmdale-nurse-murdered-by-craigslist-lover-who-fled-to-belize-on-tv-ones-fatal-attraction/ “Woman's sentence in slaying of ex-lover: two terms of 25 years to life” https://homicide.latimes.com/post/sentence-barsock-slaying/ “Palmdale Fugitive Returned to United States from Central America After Tip Led Investigators to Her Whereabouts in Belize” https://archives.fbi.gov/archives/losangeles/press-releases/2012/palmdale-fugitive-returned-to-united-states-from-central-america-after-tip-led-investigators-to-her-whereabouts-in-belize “Palmdale woman’s conviction upheld for fatally shooting ex-lover” http://theavtimes.com/2017/11/10/palmdale-womans-conviction-upheld-for-fatally-shooting-ex-lover/ “Think twice before answering that ad: 101 murders have been linked to Craigslist” https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/the-intersect/wp/2016/01/11/think-twice-before-answering-that-ad-101-killers-have-found-victims-on-craigslist/ “America’s Most Wanted suspect pleads not guilty” http://theavtimes.com/2012/09/04/americas-most-wanted-murder-suspect-pleads-not-guilty/ “Jury deliberates in case of woman accused of shooting ex-lover, fleeing to Belize” https://homicide.latimes.com/post/jury-deliberates-barsock-case/

Apr 26, 202032 min

Episode 74 - Annabelle Grace Richardson

In the early morning hours of May 7th, 2017, in the small town of Carlisle, Ohio, a high school cheerleader quietly gave birth to a full-term infant while the rest of her family lay fast asleep. Little did she realize all her fears of becoming a teenage mom would soon be overshadowed by the consequences of her choices in the hours that followed the birth of her child. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Stephanie MooreAssistant Editor:Ashton MorrowSources:"Law & Crime Network - New Trial: OH v Brooke Skylar Richardson"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCeE3-xQ3qQ&list=PLoW1SIeAWaWY7qtlEtzsoRloAB7t6ndZI&index=1"Skylar Richardson Was Found Not Guilty of Murdering Her Newborn Baby After Prom. Why Don't People Believe Her?"https://www.cosmopolitan.com/lifestyle/a29763428/skylar-richardson-exclusive-first-interview-not-guilty-murder-baby-prom/"Worst Nightmare - Mother of Cheerleader Brooke Skylar Richardson who was cleared of murdering reveals anguish at learning of daughters secret pregnancy"https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/10015754/cheerleader-brooke-skylar-richardson-interview-parents-stalked/

Apr 12, 202046 min

Episode 73 - Molly McLaren

On June 29th, 2017, 23-year-old Molly McLaren prepared to spend the morning working off some stress at the gym, as she'd done so many times in the past. She had no way of knowing just how horrifying and inescapable a simple part of her routine would become. How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Research & Writing: Ashton Morrow Featured Podcast: Women's Meditation Network - https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/ SOURCES: “The Molly McLaren Foundation” http://themollymclarenfoundation.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/themollymclarenfoundation/ “Stalker who stabbed ex-girlfriend to death in car park jailed for 26 years” https://metro.co.uk/2018/02/06/stalker-stabbed-ex-girlfriend-death-car-park-jailed-26-years-7291577/ “Where Is Joshua Stimpson Now? The Story Of Molly McLaren's Murder Is Heartbreaking”https://www.bustle.com/p/where-is-joshua-stimpson-now-the-story-of-molly-mclarens-murder-is-Heartbreaking-18142299 “The case of Molly McLaren: The student murdered by her ex outside the gym” https://thetab.com/uk/2018/02/07/the-case-of-molly-mclaren-stabbed-75-times-by-her-ex-for-breaking-up-with-him-60303 “Tragic story of Molly McLaren's murder told in Channel 5 documentary Stalked: Murder in Slow Motion” https://www.kentlive.news/news/kent-news/tragic-story-molly-mclarens-murder-2509124 “Molly McClaren's life brutally cut short by first proper boyfriend who became Tinder stalker murderer” https://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/molly-mcclarens-fatal-decision-swipe-18975496 “Who is Joshua Stimpson? The stalker who murdered ex-girlfriend Molly McLaren had 'two different sides” https://www.kentlive.news/news/kent-news/who-joshua-stimpson-molly-mclaren-1144378 “Tinder Information, Statistics, Facts and History” https://www.datingsitesreviews.com/staticpages/index.php?page=Tinder-Statistics-Facts-History “Tinder stalker victim, 23, stabbed 75 times by ex after sending chilling text to pal” https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/tinder-stalker-victim-23-stabbed-13934083 “Bulimia nervosa” https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/bulimia/symptoms-causes/syc-20353615 “A timeline of the Molly McLaren murder case - everything we know so far” https://www.kentlive.news/news/kent-news/timeline-molly-mclaren-murder-case-1126035 “Police come under fire for failing to investigate woman's stalker four years before he went on to stab his student ex-girlfriend to death outside her gym” https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-7123963/Police-fire-earlier-reports-against-killer-stalker-Joshua-Stimpson.html “WE LOVE YOU MOLLY' Murdered Molly McLaren’s mum sobs outside court after killer ex Joshua Stimpson is sent down for stabbing her 75 times” https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/5511535/molly-mclaren-mum-sobs-outside-court-ex-jailed-stabbing/ “The worried warning friends sent to Molly McLaren that she never had a chance to read” https://www.kentlive.news/news/kent-news/worried-warning-friends-sent-molly-1120734 “Final messages between Molly McLaren and friend read to jury at Joshua Stimpson murder trial” https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/murder-trial-hears-victims-final-messages-159083/ “The Murder of Molly Mclaren” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukuCURSqmUU&t=1543s

Mar 29, 202042 min

Episode 71 - Katrina Smith

In October 2012 Katrina and Todd Smith marked their 7th wedding anniversary. A joyful occasion, that within less than 24 hours would become a distant memory.How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Alison SchwartzFeatured Podcast:Pi_Rational Stories - pirational.comSources:“Five Key Moments of the Todd Smith First-Degree Murder Trial” Journal Standard, Jan. 20, 2017.https://www.journalstandard.com/news/20170119/five-key-moments-of-todd-smith-first-degree-murder-trial“Katrina Smith - obituary” Rockford Register Star, Nov. 15, 2012. https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/rrstar/obituary.aspx?n=katrina-smith&pid=161048945“Illinois woman stalked, murdered in midst of affair, separation” True Crime Daily, May 9, 2017. https://truecrimedaily.com/2017/05/09/illinois-woman-stalked-murdered-in-midst-of-affair-separation/“Update: Todd Smith sentenced to 59 years in prison” 23WIFR News, April 4, 2017.https://www.wifr.com/content/news/Jury-selection-in-murder-trial-for-Todd-Smith-begins-410166405.html“Circumstantial Evidence Could Prove Todd Smith is Guilty of Wife’s Murder, Judge Says” 23WIFR News, Apr 18, 2016.https://www.wifr.com/home/headlines/Circumstantial-Evidence-Proves-Todd-Smith-is-Guilty-of-Wifes-Murder-Judge-says-376119921.html“New Details Emerge in Katrina Smith’s Death” 23WIFR News, Feb. 1 2016.https://www.wifr.com/home/headlines/New-Details-Emerge-in-Katrina-Smiths-Death-367292021.html“More Murder Charges Filed Against Todd Smith” 23WIFR News, May 14, 2014.https://www.wifr.com/home/headlines/More-Murder-Charges-Filed-Against-Todd-Smith-259300501.html“‘We want justice:’ Siblings talk post-search about Katrina Smith” Rockford Register Star, Nov 13, 2012. https://www.rrstar.com/article/20121113/NEWS/311139925“Witnesses: Katrina Smith of Machesney Park was Considering Divorce Before She Was Killed” Journal Standard, Feb 1 2016. https://www.journalstandard.com/news/20160201/witnesses-katrina-smith-of-machesney-park-was-considering-divorce-before-she-was-killed“Federal fraud case on hold for Machesney Park man pending appeal in wife’s murder” Journal Standard, Feb 17, 2019. https://www.journalstandard.com/news/20190217/federal-fraud-case-on-hold-for-machesney-park-man-pending-appeal-in-wifes-murder

Mar 2, 202041 min

Episode 70 - Veronica Navarro

In the spring of 2011, Veronica Navarro was taking a break from an on and off again relationship when she thought she’d met the man of her dreams. Little did Veronica realize, within two months, her dreams would turn into an unimaginable nightmare. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Featured Podcast:Criminal Conduct - https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/pretend-radio-2/criminal-conductSources:"Facts and figures: Ending violence against women" UN Womenhttps://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures“Texas firefighter had horrific history of abusing women, dogs before he killed his girlfriend.” Oxygen Crime News, August 19, 2019. https://www.oxygen.com/killer-motive/crime-time/joe-carr-firefighter-veronica-navarro-murder-domestic-abuse-killed-dogs “'Killer Motive': True story of firefighter who brutally murdered and dumped his fiancée's body in a lake nine years ago.” Meaww, August 19, 2019. https://meaww.com/oxygen-killer-motive-veronica-navarro-joe-carr-girlfriend-murder-ex-firefighter-60-years-jail “Joe Derek Carr v. Lorie Davis.” Docket Bird, September 13, 2018. https://www.docketbird.com/court-documents/Carr-v-Davis/REPORT-AND-RECOMMENDATIONS-re-1-Petition-for-Writ-of-Habeas-Corpus-filed-by-Joe-Derek-Carr-Signed-by-Judge-Mark-Lane/txwd-1:2018-cv-00777-00007 “Family of Veronica Navarro speak after Joe Carr sentencing.” Austin-American Statesman, August 17, 2018. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHyFCb5tUCo “Appeals court upholds former firefighter's murder conviction.” Patch, February 6, 2016. https://patch.com/texas/downtownaustin/appeals-court-upholds-former-firefighters-murder-conviction “Joe Derek Carr v. The State of Texas Appeal from 167th District Court of Travis County.” Justia, February 5, 2016. https://law.justia.com/cases/texas/third-court-of-appeals/2016/03-14-00234-cr.html “Joe Carr, ex-firefighter convicted of killing fiancée, loses appeal.” Kxan, February 5, 2016. https://www.kxan.com/news/joe-carr-ex-firefighter-convicted-of-killing-fiancee-loses-appeal/“Joe Derek Carr v. State.” Court Listener, February 18, 2015. https://www.courtlistener.com/opinion/4271516/joe-derek-carr-v-state/ “Sudden Adult Death Syndrome: The genetic screening that saves young lives.” The Irish Times, February 17, 2015. https://www.irishtimes.com/life-and-style/health-family/sudden-adult-death-syndrome-the-genetic-screening-that-saves-young-lives-1.2106873 “Ex-firefighter Joe Carr gets 60 years in killing of girlfriend.” Statesman, February 13, 2014. http://www.mystatesman.com/news/crime--law/firefighter-joe-carr-gets-years-killing-girlfriend/BePWzTByW2eC5dd0oIku6O/#4487032c.3708363.735448 “Carr sentenced to 60 years for girlfriend's murder.” KVUE, February 12, 2014. https://www.kvue.com/article/news/carr-sentenced-to-60-years-for-girlfriends-murder/269-259311645 “Ex-firefighter receives 60 year sentence for 2011 murder.” Radio NB, February 12, 2014. https://radionb.com/news/regional-news/article15077/ex-firefighter-receives-60-year-sentence-2011-murder “Firefighter suffocated girlfriend with plastic bag and dumped body because she was going to leave him for childhood sweetheart.” Daily Mail, February 12, 2014. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2557365/Firefighter-suffocated-girlfriend-plastic-bag-dumped-body-going-leave-childhood-sweetheart.html “Former firefighter gets 60 years for Spicewood murder in 2011.” DailyTrib.com, February 12, 2014. https://www.dailytrib.com/2014/02/13/former-firefighter-gets-60-years-spicewood-murder/ “Former girlfriends say Joe Carr, who got 60 years for murder, was abusive.” Statesman, February 12, 2014. https://www.statesman.com/article/20140212/news/302129594 “Investigators: strange items found in Carr's vehicle.” Kxan, February 6, 2014. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=583w5AFJdWg “Ex-firefighter Joe Carr found guilty of murder in girlfriend’s death.” Statesman, February 12, 2014. https://www.statesman.com/news/20140212/ex-firefighter-joe-carr-found-guilty-of-murder-in-girlfriends-death?icmp=statesman_internallink_textlink_apr2013_statesmanstubtomystatesman_launch#b0d1c08f.3708363.735448 “Ex-firefighter Joe Carr on trial for murder in fiancée’s death.” Statesman, February 5, 2014. https://www.statesman.com/news/20140205/ex-firefighter-joe-carr-on-trial-for-murder-in-fiancees-death#d003e562.3708363.735448 “Murder trial of ex-firefighter scheduled to begin.” Lubbock Avalanche-Journal, February 4, 2014. https://www.lubbockonline.com/article/20140204/NEWS/302049823 “Jury selection began in Joe Carr murder trial.” Kxan, February 3, 2014. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=021BWTY95co “Former firefighter charg

Feb 17, 202042 min

Episode 69 - Moncton's Fallen RCMP Officers

In June 2014, residents in Moncton, New Brunswick were going about their evenings. Parents were making together dinner, while children played in their yards. No one could have predicted that this warm and peaceful evening would abruptly become one of the darkest points in Moncton’s history. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Featured Podcasts:Payne In The Pod - https://payneinthepod.com/podcast/the-minds-of-madness/Today In True Crime - https://megaphone.link/GLT8725739851Podcasts We Listen To - https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/podcasts-we-listen-toSources:“List grows of Mounties suing attorney general over 2014 Moncton shootings.” Global News, October 17, 2019. https://globalnews.ca/news/6045450/mounties-suing-ag-2014-moncton-shootings/ “4 Moncton Mounties sue federal government over 2014 shootings.” CBC News, September 17, 2019. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/rcmp-lawsuit-moncton-shootings-1.5286461 “Four Mounties sue attorney general over 2014 Moncton shootings.” Global News, September 17, 2019. https://globalnews.ca/news/5913367/2014-moncton-shootings-mounties-sue/ “New Fredericton police chief seeks to use experience to heal department’s wounds.” Global News, June 14, 2019. https://globalnews.ca/news/5387357/new-fredericton-police-chief-roger-brown/ “Daughters of RCMP officer killed in 2014 Moncton shootings remember his ‘sense of humour’.” Global News, June 4, 2019. https://globalnews.ca/news/5351813/daughters-rcmp-officer-2015-moncton-shootings/ “'It can happen anywhere': Moncton marks 5th anniversary of RCMP shootings.” CBC News, June 4, 2019. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/fifth-anniversary-rcmp-moncton-1.5160755 “New Brunswick police officers at risk of facing stress injuries after colleagues’ deaths: experts.” Global News, August 13, 2018. https://globalnews.ca/news/4384221/fredericton-shooting-impact-on-officers/ “RCMP will not appeal conviction on Labour Code charges in Moncton shooting.” Global News, February 8, 2018. https://globalnews.ca/news/4013338/rcmp-will-not-appeal-conviction-on-labour-code-charges-in-moncton-shooting/ “RCMP fined $550,000 for failing to arm, properly train officers in wake of N.B. shooting rampage.” Canoe.com, January 26, 2018. https://canoe.com/news/national/rcmp-fined-550000-for-failing-to-arm-properly-train-officers-in-wake-of-n-b-shooting-rampage “RCMP reacts to sentence in 2014 Moncton shootings.” CBC News, January 26, 2018. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/rcmp-reacts-to-sentence-in-2014-moncton-shootings-1.4505334 “Wife of RCMP officer slain during Moncton shooting shares statement.” Global News, January 26, 2018. https://globalnews.ca/news/3989427/wife-rcmp-officer-moncton-shooting/ “RCMP to be sentenced in Moncton shooting spree that left three officers dead.” Global News, January 25, 2018. https://globalnews.ca/news/3986864/rcmp-to-be-sentenced-in-moncton-shooting/ “‘I still can’t believe there will be no tomorrow’: Moncton shooting widow shares poem.” Global News, November 30, 2017. https://globalnews.ca/news/3889541/lives-could-have-been-saved-moncton-shooting-widow-shares-victim-impact-statement/ “RCMP faces hearing in Moncton for failing to provide officers with proper rifles.” National Post, November 30, 2017. https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/sentencing-hearing-to-begin-after-rcmp-convicted-after-moncton-shooting “RCMP guilty of 1 Labour Code violation in 2014 Moncton shooting.” Global News, September 29, 2017. https://globalnews.ca/news/3776141/rcmp-guilty-2014-moncton-shooting/ “Crown says Moncton shooting deaths, injuries could have been avoided.” Global News, July 4, 2017. https://globalnews.ca/news/3573359/closing-arguments-set-to-begin-rcmp-labour-trial-over-moncton-shooting/“Sculptor hopes Moncton Mountie's monument brings peace, healing.” CBC News, June 4, 2016. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/moncton-rcmp-monument-sculptor-macdonald-1.3615164 “RCMP memorial to fallen Moncton Mounties called 'amazing'.” CBC News, June 3, 2016. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/rcmp-memorial-unveiling-nadine-larche-1.3614164 “RCMP Musical Ride to perform in Moncton on June 4.” CBC News, May 27, 2015. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/rcmp-musical-ride-to-perform-in-moncton-on-june-4-1.3090087 “Witness at RCMP trial says no one took command during Moncton gunman's deadly rampage.” National Post, May 17, 2017. https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/witness-at-rcmp-trial-says-no-one-took-command-during-moncton-gunmans-deadly-rampage “Mountie was ‘waiting to be shot again’ during Moncton shooting: RCMP labour trial.” Global News, May 10, 2017. https://globalnews.ca/news/

Feb 3, 202050 min

Episode 68 - The Tiede Family

In December of 1990, the Tiede family was on a break from their hectic lives up at their remote country cabin in Oakley, Utah. Rolf and Kaye along with their two daughters Linae and Tricia were busily prepping for their annual Christmas party when suddenly, the tranquility was shattered by two cold-hearted intruders. The aftermath would haunt the Tiedes for years to come. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Sources:“Tiede Cabin Murders Rips Through a Family.” Medium, September 28, 2019. https://medium.com/true-crime-addiction/tiede-cabin-murders-rips-through-a-family-true-crime-1f4773216730 “Justice delayed in Von Lester Taylor case.” Utah Office of the Attorney General, March 8, 2019. https://attorneygeneral.utah.gov/von-lester-taylor-case/ Von Lester Taylor v. Scott Crowther, Warden, Utah State Prison. Uscourts.gov, January 17, 2017. https://ecf.utd.uscourts.gov/cgi-bin/show_public_doc?207cv0194-264 “Utah death row inmate says he didn't fire fatal shots.” The Salt Lake Tribune, June 10, 2016.https://archive.sltrib.com/article.php?id=3988140&itype=CMSID “The Tiede case - Two killers, two outcomes. Justice served?” CBS News, March 8, 2013.https://www.cbsnews.com/news/the-tiede-case-two-killers-two-outcomes-justice-served/ “Condemned killer loses Utah Supreme Court appeal.” The Salt Lake Tribune, January 24, 2012. https://archive.sltrib.com/article.php?id=53365282&itype=CMSID “Sisters survive deadly attack at Utah cabin.” 48 Hours, December 10, 2011. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/sisters-survive-deadly-attack-at-utah-cabin/ “Prosecutors tried to pick only Mormon jurors, attorney for death row inmate argues.” Deseret News, June 11, 2011. https://www.deseret.com/2011/6/7/20373184/prosecutors-tried-to-pick-only-mormon-jurors-attorney-for-death-row-inmate-argues Murder, Death and Rebirth: Astonishing Lessons Learned from Murder. By Claudia T. Nelson, 2011. https://www.amazon.com/Murder-Death-Rebirth-Astonishing-Lessons-ebook/dp/B006HBMOEG “Von Lester Taylor v. State of Utah : Brief of appellant.” Utah Court of Appeals Briefs, 2009. https://digitalcommons.law.byu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=2877&context=byu_ca3 “Death row inmate moves a step closer to execution.” Deseret News, March 4, 2004. https://www.deseret.com/2004/3/4/19815760/death-row-inmate-moves-a-step-closer-to-execution “Judge rejects appeal by death-row inmate.” My Plainview, March 3, 2004. https://www.myplainview.com/news/article/Judge-rejects-appeal-by-death-row-inmate-8758800.php “Tiede v. State.” Leagle.com, April 17, 1996. https://www.leagle.com/decision/19961415915p2d50011413 “State v. Deli.” Casetext.com, October 15, 1993. https://casetext.com/case/state-v-deli “Utah isn't liable for 2 Oakley murders, judge rules.” Deseret News, October 1, 1992. https://www.deseret.com/1992/10/1/19008084/utah-isn-t-liable-for-2-oakley-murders-judge-rules “Kin of murdered women files suit against state.” Deseret News, August 25, 1992. https://www.deseret.com/1992/8/25/19001317/kin-of-murdered-women-files-suit-against-state “Jury sees video killers made prior to victims' arrival.” Deseret News, May 18, 1991. https://www.deseret.com/1991/5/18/18921239/jury-sees-video-killers-made-prior-to-victims-arrival “Jury convicts man of second-degree murder in cabin slayings of two women.” Associated Press, May 14, 1991. https://apnews.com/7d723a1a9d1c411d604b3f90958405d3 “2 defendants in Coalville slaying will be tried together, judge rules.” Deseret News, February 20, 1991. https://news.google.com/newspapers?id=Nd8oAAAAIBAJ&sjid=EYQDAAAAIBAJ&dq=victor+aguilar+murder&pg=6952,2089867&hl=en “Texan tells of playing dead during summit cabin ordeal.” Deseret News, January 9, 1991. https://www.deseret.com/1991/1/9/18899998/texan-tells-of-playing-dead-during-summit-cabin-ordeal “Preliminary hearing begins in slaying of mother and daughter.” Associated Press, January 8, 1991.https://apnews.com/0587bcf8597969fa5a3fdd77029ffac7 “2 men charged in slayings took pair for use as shields.” Tulsa World, December 26, 1990. https://www.tulsaworld.com/archive/men-charged-in-slayings-took-pair-for-use-as-shields/article_a87f8ef6-8c26-5538-b37b-7e07ac61dc02.html “Crime scene photos: Deadly home invasion.” CBS News, n.d. https://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/crime-scene-photos-deadly-home-invasion/ “Kaye Tidwell Tiede.” Find a Grave, n.d. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/23286850/kaye-tiede “Oakley, Utah.” Wikipedia, n.d. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oakley,_Utah “Rolf Tiede.” Find a Grave, n.d. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/61106561/rolf-tiede “Skyline Equipment Inc.” Website, n.d. http://skylineequipmentco.com “The

Jan 20, 202046 min

Episode 67 - Iana Kasian

In 2014, Iana Kasian left war-torn Kiev, Ukraine and immigrated to sunny Los Angeles, California to build a new life for herself. Shortly after arriving, she met the man of her dreams......or so she thought. A wealthy screenwriter and graphic novelist who showered her with gifts and promised her the world with a hidden and very disturbing dark side. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Special Thanks:Dr. Christina Forzani Psy.DSources:“Was Hollywood producers graphic novel a blueprint for murder?” 48 Hours, July 13,2019.https://www.cbsnews.com/news/hollywood-horror-story-producer-blake-leibel-graphic-novel-a-blueprint-for-murder-48-hours/“A mother’s desperate call.” CBS News, July 10, 2019.https://www.cbsnews.com/video/her-life-is-in-danger-mother-tells-dispatcher-in-desperate-911-call/“Graphic novelist ordered to pay $41.6 million to family of fiancee he murdered,scalped.” Fox News, March 3, 2019.https://www.foxnews.com/us/graphic-novelist-ordered-to-pay-41-6-million-to-family-of-fiancee-he-murdered-scalped“Graphic novelist ordered to pay nearly $42 million in fiancée’s torture murder.” LosAngeles Times, March 1, 2019.https://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-blake-leibel-iana-kasian-20190301-story.html“Judge awards $41.6 million to family of Iana Kasian, murdered in WeHo by her wealthyboyfriend.” WeHoVille, March 1, 2019.https://www.wehoville.com/2019/03/01/judge-awards-41-6-million-to-family-of-iana-kasian-murdered-in-weho-by-her-wealthy-boyfriend/“Rich kid torture killer Blake Leibel in $54.5 million victim payout.” Northern News,February 16, 2019.https://www.northernnews.ca/news/world/sun-exclusive-rich-kid-torture-killer-blake-leibel-in-54-5-million-victim-payout/wcm/e8b3f83f-a46e-4870-923f-4287b1f6fdab“Canadian graphic novelist Blake Leibel sentenced to life with no chance of parole formurder of fiancée.” Montreal Gazette, June 26, 2018.https://montrealgazette.com/news/world/canadian-graphic-novelist-blake-leibel-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-with-no-chance-of-parole/wcm/26421d1d-e294-4846-995c-9b6845174059“Canadian tycoon’s son who wrote graphic novel sentenced for murder.” City News,June 26, 2016.https://toronto.citynews.ca/2018/06/26/canadian-tycoons-son-wrote-graphic-novel-sentenced-murder/“Horror writer Blake Leibel sentenced to life for torturing and killing his girlfriend.” Vice,June 26, 2018.https://www.vice.com/en_ca/article/gyk7n3/horror-writer-blake-leibel-sentenced-to-life-in-jail-for-torturing-and-killing-his-girlfriend“Man convicted in torture-killing of model in West Hollywood sentenced to life in prison.”ABC News, June 26, 2018.https://abc7news.com/man-convicted-in-torture-killing-of-model-in-weho-sentenced-to-life/3657533/“Accused killer Blake Leibel was jealous of baby, prosecution says.” Toronto Sun, June20, 2018.https://torontosun.com/news/world/accused-killer-blake-leibel-was-jealous-of-baby-prosecution-says“Director and graphic novelist Blake Leibel found guilty in murder trial of girlfriend IanaKasian.” Business Insider, June 20, 2018.https://www.businessinsider.com/blake-leibel-found-guilty-in-murder-of-iana-kasian2018-6“Filmmaker Blake Leibel found guilty of grisly first-degree murder.” The HollywoodReporter, June 20, 2018.https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/blake-leibel-found-guilty-first-degree-murder-1121734“Heir to Toronto fortune found guilty of first-degree murder, torture, aggravated mayhemin gruesome Los Angeles killing.” Vancouver Sun, June 20, 2018.https://vancouversun.com/news/world/heir-to-toronto-fortune-found-guilty-of-first-degree-murder-torture-aggravated-mayhem-in-gruesome-los-angeles-killing/wcm/bbfa1a99-c090-459a-8871-9f68dec6c837“'This is absurd': Lawyer friend of Blake Leibel banned from murder trial after allegedlytailing juror in car.” Edmonton Journal, June 18, 2018.https://edmontonjournal.com/news/world/this-is-absurd-lawyer-friend-of-blake-leibel-banned-from-murder-trial-after-allegedly-tailing-juror/wcm/aa25d314-7e13-409b-a258-c8976ecc6d19?video_autoplay=true“Trustafarian Blake Leibel murder trial: Photos tell sad story of last, agonizing momentsof Kasian’s life.” Calgary Sun, June 12, 2018.https://calgarysun.com/news/world/trustafarian-blake-leibel-murder-trial-her-scalp-was-missing/wcm/4ed1a847-9de0-4dfb-aaf1-af82373ec8be“Canadian Blake Leibel’s girlfriend may have still been alive when she was mutilated,L.A. murder trial told.” National Post, June 11, 2018.https://nationalpost.com/news/world/blake-leibels-girlfriend-may-have-still-been-alive-when-she-was-mutilated-murder-trial-told“Autopsy of murdered model Iana Kasian released.” Canyon News, September 26,2017.https://www.canyon-news.com/autopsy-murde

Jan 6, 202058 min

Episode 66 - Valerie McDaniel

In 2017, Valerie McDaniel was a prominent veterinarian, running a successful practice, while focusing much of her attention on raising her eight-year-old daughter. Although she’d recently left an unhappy marriage of 17 years, she quickly found herself falling in love with another man. How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Research & Writing: Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Featured Podcast: Scene Of The Crime - https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/sceneofthecrime?selected=HIM1005356840 Sources: “Leon Phillip Jacob V. the State of Texas,” Court of Appeal Ruling, August 29, 2019. https://law.justia.com/cases/texas/fourteenth-court-of-appeals/2019/14-18-00304-cr.html “Woman dies by suicide after she and boyfriend are arrested for hiring hitman to kill their exes.” Oxygen, May 12, 2019. https://www.oxygen.com/murder-for-hire/crime-time/woman-suicide-arrested-hire-hitman “Appellate lawyers argue that Harris County botched murder-for-hire trial.” AP, April 17, 2019. https://apnews.com/a183cf83c67d4d9488509985981a6546 “Houston doctor charged in murder-for-hire plot goes to trial.” 48 Hours, November 17, 2018. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/houston-doctor-leon-jacob-charged-in-murder-for-hire-plot-goes-to-trial/ “Faking death.” Real People, July 5, 2018. https://www.pressreader.com/uk/real-people/20180705/281505046962298 “Man who hired hitman to kill ex-girlfriend ‘won't be around to terrorise others’ after guilty verdict.” 9 News, April 1, 2018. https://www.9news.com.au/world/leon-jacob-valerie-mcdaniel-trial-hitman-houston-texas/49fa1dfe-1737-415f-8c5b-ab60f4d2869b “What happened in bizarre murder-for-hire plot that led to veterinarian's suicide, her boyfriend in prison.” ABC News, March 29, 2018. https://abcnews.go.com/US/happened-bizarre-murder-hire-plot-led-veterinarians-suicide/story?id=54092867 “Ex-doctor gets life term for murder plot against ex-lover.” The Seattle Times, March 26, 2018. https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/ex-doctor-gets-life-term-for-murder-plot-against-ex-lover/ “Leon Jacob sentenced to life in prison in murder-for-hire case.” Fox 26 Houston, March 26, 2018. https://www.fox26houston.com/news/leon-jacob-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-in-murder-for-hire-case “Truth behind these murder photos.” Northern Star, March 23, 2018. https://www.northernstar.com.au/news/staged-photos-pretended-to-show-torture-and-murder/3368699/ “Cops help man fake his own murder and woman stage her own kidnap to catch their ex-partners ‘who had hired hitman to kill them’.” The Sun, March 22, 2018. https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/5877035/man-faked-murder-woman-staged-kidnap-hitman-ex-partners/ “Murder-for-hire plot target staged her own death for undercover cops acting as hit men.” Daily News, March 22, 2018. https://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/target-staged-death-murder-for-hire-plot-article-1.3889965 “Staged photos of kidnapping revealed at bizarre murder-for-hire trial.” WBTV, March 22, 2018. https://www.wbtv.com/story/37783950/staged-photos-of-kidnapping-revealed-at-bizarre-murder-for-hire-trial/ “‘I was terrified’: Ex-girlfriend testifies in trial of Leon Jacob who allegedly plotted to kill her.” Law & Crime, March 21, 2018. https://lawandcrime.com/live-trials/live-trials-current/leon-jacob/i-was-terrified-ex-girlfriend-testifies-in-trial-of-leon-jacob-who-allegedly-plotted-to-kill-her/ “Update: Houston veterinarian charged with hiring hitman is out of jail on bond.” Patch, March 12, 2017. https://patch.com/texas/midtownhouston/police-charge-houston-veterinarian-her-boyfriend-hired-hitman-kill-their-exes “Murder trial delayed for Leon Jacob, accused in scheme to hire hitman to kill his ex.” My San Antonio, November 29, 2017. https://www.mysanantonio.com/news/houston-texas/article/Trial-postponed-for-Leon-Jacob-accused-of-trying-12391869.php#item-85307-tbla-5 “Excerpt: Valerie McDaniel audio diary.” CBS News, October 13, 2017. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/valerie-mcdaniel-audio-diary-how-it-led-to-this/ “Valerie McDaniel: 5 fast facts you need to know.” Heavy.com, September 22, 2017. https://heavy.com/news/2017/09/valerie-mcdaniel-obituary-death-houston-daughter-leon-jacob/ “Texas veterinarian charged with murder for hire ends own life.” JAVMA News, April 26, 2017. https://www.avma.org/News/JAVMANews/Pages/170515k.aspx “Dr. Valerie McDaniel candlelight vigil: A tribute from Dr. Ali & Dr. Powell.” Goldplaneta.ru, April 1, 2017. https://goldplaneta.ru/video/PYXrOjy-B_k/dr.-valerie-mcdaniel-candlelight-vigil:-a-tribute-from-dr.-ali-&-dr.-powell/ “Incredible tale of revenge and deception behind mother who left two suicide notes and jumped to her death 24 hours before she was set to appear in court for

Dec 23, 20191h 1m

Episode 65 - Sally & Richard Challen

On Saturday, August 14th, 2010 Sally Challen was with her husband Richard packing up their family home in Claygate Surrey England. The couple had been married for thirty-one years and were preparing to rent out the house so they could embark on a six-month adventure in Australia. That is, until later that afternoon, when Sally made a startling discovery. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Sources“Emotional Sally Challen close to tears describing moment she killed 'abusive' husband.” Irish Mirror, September 19, 2019https://www.irishmirror.ie/tv/emotional-sally-challen-close-tears-20095365“Justice system smeared our mother, say Sally Challen’s sons.” The Guardian, June 8, 2019.https://www.theguardian.com/law/2019/jun/08/sally-challen-sons-justice-system-smeared-our-mother“My mother, Sally Challen, was branded a cold-blooded killer. At last, she has justice.” The Guardian, June 8, 2019.https://www.theguardian.com/society/2019/jun/08/my-mother-sally-challen-killed-my-father-finally-justice“Sally Challen abuse ordeal ‘like seeing curtain fall’.” BBC News, June 8, 2019 https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-surrey-48566504“Sally Challen ruling gives hope to other abused women jailed for murder.” Sky News, June 8, 2019https://news.sky.com/story/sally-challen-ruling-gives-hope-to-other-abused-women-jailed-for-murder-11737867“CPS accepts Sally Challen’s manslaughter plea.” CPS, June 7, 2019https://www.cps.gov.uk/south-east/news/accepts-sally-challens-manslaughter-plea“Sally Challen: Husband ‘controlled the world around her’.” Sky News, June 7, 2019https://news.sky.com/story/sally-challens-story-driven-to-murder-after-years-of-abuse-11553940“Sally Challen: No fresh trial over husband murder.” BBC News, June 7, 2019https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-surrey-48554239?intlink_from_url=https://www.bbc.com/news/topics/cglkv3nvv48t/sally-challen-murder-case&link_location=live-reporting-story“Sally Challen release: mother moved to tears as she thanks family who 'served my sentence with me'.” Evening Standard, June 7, 2019https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/sally-challen-release-mother-emotionally-thanks-her-sons-and-says-they-served-my-sentence-with-me-a4162411.html“Sally Challen walks free as court rules out retrial for killing abusive husband.” The Guardian, June 7, 2019https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2019/jun/07/sally-challen-will-not-face-retrial-for-killing-husband“Sally Challen walks free in landmark coercive control ruling.” 5 News, June 7, 2019https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ygyObQ7249c“Home truths.” The Law Society Gazette, April 15, 2019https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/features/home-truths/5069956.article“Coercive control – Why we all should care about Sally Challen’s case.” Hodge Jones & Allen Solicitors, March 20, 2019https://www.hja.net/coercive-control-why-we-all-should-care-about-sally-challens-case/“Why Sally Challen’s appeal is not a win for women victims of coercive control.” The Conversation, March 13, 2019http://theconversation.com/why-sally-challens-appeal-is-not-a-win-for-women-victims-of-coercive-control-112869“Press conference held after Sally Challen murder conviction quashed over husband's death.” MSN, March 2, 2019https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/uknews/press-conference-held-after-sally-challen-murder-conviction-quashed-over-husbands-death/vi-BBUhqtP“She beat her husband’s head in with a hammer. Now, her murder conviction has been tossed.” The Washington Post, March 1, 2019https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2019/03/01/she-beat-her-husbands-head-with-hammer-now-her-murder-conviction-has-been-tossed/“The Sally Challen appeal will give hope to abused women.” New Statesman, March 1, 2019https://www.newstatesman.com/politics/feminism/2019/03/sally-challen-appeal-will-give-hope-abused-women“Sally Challen Appeal.” Judiciary.uk, February 28, 2019.https://www.judiciary.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/challen-approved.pdf“Sally Challen murder conviction quashed over husband's death.” BBC News, February 28, 2019https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-47407204?intlink_from_url=https://www.bbc.com/news/topics/cglkv3nvv48t/sally-challen-murder-case&link_location=live-reporting-story“Sally Challen: Hammer killer wife in 'landmark' appeal.” BBC News, February 27, 2019https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-surrey-47381476?intlink_from_url=https://www.bbc.com/news/topics/cglkv3nvv48t/sally-challen-murder-case&link_location=live-reporting-story“The potential impact of the Sally Challen case.” Stowe Family Law, February 27, 2019https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/blog/2019/02/27/the-potential-impact-of-the-sally-challen-case/“‘My mum killed my dad with a hammer but I want

Dec 9, 201953 min

Episode 64 - Jessie Davis

In the summer of 2007, a very pregnant twenty-six-year-old Jessie Davis was eagerly preparing for the arrival of her daughter Chloe. She was thrilled her two-year-old son Blake would soon have a baby sister. Jessie was a single mother with a good job and a great support system. She loved being a mother and made it the center of her world. On June 14th, Jessie went shopping at a local market and chatted with her mom on the phone. However, later that day no one could get ahold of Jessie. How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Featured Podcasts: Crime and Scandal - https://audioboom.com/channel/thehaleighcummingsmystery Sources: “Ohio mother who forgave daughter’s killer fights for his release.” NBC4i.com, June 18, 2017. https://www.nbc4i.com/news/ohio-mother-who-forgave-daughters-killer-fights-for-his-release/ “Convicted killer Bobby Cutts reflects on 10th anniversary of Jessie Davis murder.” Akron Beacon Journal, June 15, 2017. https://www.beaconjournal.com/akron/news/convicted-killer-bobby-cutts-reflects-on-10th-anniversary-of-jessie-davis-murder “Bobby Cutts Jr.: I was selfish.” CantonRep.com, June 13, 2017. https://www.cantonrep.com/news/20170613/bobby-cutts-jr-i-was-selfish “U.S. Supreme Court rejects appeal from killer ex-cop Bobby Cutts Jr.” Cleveland.com, May 17, 2010. https://www.cleveland.com/metro/2010/05/us_supreme_court_rejects_appea.html “Appeals court upholds conviction of Bobby Cutts Jr. in Jessie Davis murder.” The Plain Dealer, July 22, 2009. https://www.cleveland.com/metro/2009/07/appeals_court_upholds_convicti.html “State of Ohio v. Bobby Lee Cutts Junior.” Ohio Supreme Court, July 22, 2009. http://www.supremecourt.ohio.gov/rod/docs/pdf/5/2009/2009-ohio-3563.pdf “Myisha Ferrell leaves prison early; had helped hide body of Jessie Davis.” The Plain Dealer, December 15, 2008. https://www.cleveland.com/metro/2008/12/myisha_ferrell_released_early.html “Ex-officer's life spared.” Desert News, February 28, 2008. https://www.deseret.com/2008/2/28/20073368/ex-officer-s-life-spared “Bobby Cutts sentenced for murdering pregnant girlfriend.” Newslamp, February 27, 2008. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nIKtbxLfYJI “Killer apologizes, asks jury to spare him.” CNN, February 27, 2008. https://www.cnn.com/2008/CRIME/02/25/cutts.trial/index.html “Killer ex-cop gets 57 to life after jury spares him.” CNN, February 27, 2008. https://www.cnn.com/2008/CRIME/02/27/cutts.sentence/index.html “Ex-cop Cutts reads the script of his life.” Cloud Writer, February 25, 2008. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8yse6Z5HSk “Bobby Cutts Jr. found guilty of killing pregnant girlfriend and fetus, mistrial request denied.” Fox News, February 15, 2008. https://www.foxnews.com/story/bobby-cutts-jr-found-guilty-of-killing-pregnant-girlfriend-and-fetus-mistrial-request-denied “Ex-cop guilty in murders of girlfriend, unborn baby.” CNN, February 15, 2008. https://www.cnn.com/2008/CRIME/02/15/cutts.trial/ “Ferrell pleads guilty; to testify against Cutts in Davis' death.” The Times-Reporter, February 15, 2008. https://web.archive.org/web/20080215161241/http://www.timesreporter.com/index.php?ID=74994&r=0 “‘Mommy’s in the rug’ leads to murder verdicts.” NBC News, February 15, 2008. http://www.nbcnews.com/id/23183540/ns/us_news-crime_and_courts/t/mommys-rug-leads-murder-verdicts/#.XbSLEi3MzBI “Bobby Cutts says he didn't mean to kill Davis.” The Plain Dealer, February 11, 2008. https://www.cleveland.com/metro/2008/02/bobby_cutts_says_he_didnt_mean.html “Home donated to trust for Jesse Davis' son.” The Plain Dealer, November 20, 2007. https://www.cleveland.com/news/editors-picks/2007/11/home_donated_to_trust_for_jess_1.html “'We prayed it was not him'.” People, July 9, 2007. https://people.com/archive/we-prayed-it-was-not-him-vol-68-no-2/ “Jessie Davis’ funeral.” Cleveland.com, June 30, 2007. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YBZptF0Qejc “Ashtabula native handling funeral for Jessie Davis.” Star Beacon, June 29, 2007. https://archive.is/20120910124106/http://www.starbeacon.com/local/local_story_180072340#selection-695.0-695.50 “Jessie Marie and Chloe Leann Davis obituary.” Akron Beacon Journal via Legacy.com, June 28-29, 2007. https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/ohio/obituary.aspx?page=lifestory&pid=89804371 “Local Metro Park cast into national spotlight.” Leader Online, June 28, 2007. http://www.akron.com/20070628/wsl1.ASP “Wife of Bobby Cutts Jr., suspect in pregnant woman's murder, files for divorce.” Fox News, June 27, 2007. https://www.foxnews.com/story/wife-of-bobby-cutts-jr-suspect-in-pregnant-womans-murder-files-for-divorce “Slain woman's mom says 'nothing' in alleged killer's eyes.” CNN, June 26, 2007

Nov 25, 201959 min

Episode 63 - Marlene Warren

Marlene Warren was busy preparing breakfast on Saturday, May 26th 1990 in South Florida when her doorbell suddenly rang. Excited to see who was at the front door, Marlene dropped everything to answer it and was ecstatic when she saw who was standing outside. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Featured Podcasts:Euphomet - https://www.euphomet.comSources:“Killer clown faces death penalty in 1990 cold case murder.” Toronto Sun, September 30, 2019. “Evidence released in clown murder case.” Bristol Herald Courier, September 29, 2019. “Florida killer clown suspect remains optimistic about freedom in jailhouse letters.” New York Post, September 28, 2019. “Killer clown case: Detectives search sunken car for clown suit, murder weapon.” Fox 4 News Now, April 28, 2019. “Killer clown case: Breakthrough witness claims to know where gun, clown costume were dumped.” WPTV, April 26, 2019. “February trial set for woman accused in killer clown case.” MSN News, April 18, 2019. “Female ‘killer clown’ who ‘murdered her lover’s wife’ faces death penalty.” Metro, April 17, 2019. “The clown did it.” Dateline 48 Hours Mystery, January 12, 2019. “Killer clown trial tentatively set for November.” Sun Sentinel, January 7, 2019. “The killer clown.” Unmasked, October 15, 2018. “Never-before-seen photos released in brutal killer clown murder.” CBS 6 News, July 4, 2018. “‘Killer clown case’: DNA ties suspect to getaway car, prosecutors say.” CBS News, April 13, 2018. “Killer clown investigators used DNA from hair samples to make cold case arrest.” The Hamilton Spectator, April 13, 2018. "Victim's family shares relief and heartbreak after the arrest of ‘killer clown’ suspect.” People, November 15, 2017. “The clown murder.” ABC 20/20, October 20, 2017. “Sheila Keen Warren: 5 fast facts you need to know.” Heavy.com, October 17, 2017. “Facing death: ‘Killer clown’ Sheila Keen-Warren accused of murdering the wife of her future husband 27 years ago will face execution if convicted.” The Sun, October 6, 2017. “‘How nice’: Last words of woman shot by clown in 1990.” CBC Miami, September 28, 2017. “In 1990, Marlene Warren was fatally shot by a clown. Now, her husband’s new wife has been arrested.” The National Post, September 28, 2017. “PBSO holds news conference on Wellington 'clown murder' case.” Press conference. WBTV News, September 28, 2017. “‘The clown shot her’: Police make arrest in bizarre cold case after nearly three decades.” The Washington Post, September 28, 2017. “Mother of cold case victim Marlene Warren reacts to arrest.” WPTV News, September 27, 2017. “Hunt for Sullivan’s riches goes on 28 years after he had wife killed.” The Palm Beach Post, June 7, 2015. “Clown shoots woman at front door.” Sun Sentinel, May 27, 1990. “Aero Club.” Website, n.d. “Dorsey - E. Earl Smith Funeral Home and Lake Worth Memory Gardens.” Website, n.d. “Marlene Mae McKinnon Warren.” Find A Grave, n.d. “Marlene Warren Burial Notice.” Find A Grave, n.d. “The search for a killer clown.” CBS News, n.d.

Nov 11, 201950 min

Episode 62 - Kim Wall

On the evening of August 10th, 2017, in Copenhagen, Denmark, freelance journalist Kim Wall decided to squeeze in one more story before moving to China with her partner. She was given a last-minute opportunity to interview an eccentric Danish “inventrepreneur” who had built three submarines and worked on two crowd-funded manned space projects. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Kim Wall resources:Kim Wall Memorial Fund - https://www.gofundme.com/f/rememberingkimwall Remembering Kim Wall - https://www.rememberingkimwall.com/ A Silenced Voice: The Life of Journalist Kim Wall - https://www.amazon.com/Kim-Wall-Voice-Silenced-Ingrid/dp/1542018145 Special Thanks:Camilla and KristineMørkeland - https://moerkelandpodcast.dk/index.html Featured Podcast:American Elections: Wicked Game - https://wondery.com/shows/american-elections-wicked-game/ Sources:“Kim Wall Memorial Fund offers annual story grant in honor of murdered New York Times writer.” Forbes, December 20, 2018. “'I feel no hate': Kim Wall's mother in new book.” The Local SE, November 13, 2018. “Danish submarine inventor loses appeal against life sentence for killing Swedish journalist Kim Wall.” South China Morning Post, September 26, 2018. “Kim Wall murder: Danish court upholds Peter Madsen life sentence.” Euro News, September 26, 2018. “Kim Wall murder: Peter Madsen loses appeal against life term.” BBC News, September 26, 2018. “Man convicted of killing Swedish journalist on submarine starts appeal for shorter prison sentence.” Global News, September 5, 2018. “Danish inventor gets life for journalist Kim Wall's gruesome murder.” USA Today, April 25, 2018. “Danish inventor sentenced to life in prison for murder of Swedish journalist Kim Wall.” DW News, April 25, 2018. “Danish inventor who murdered and mutilated journalist Kim Wall gets life in prison.” People, April 25, 2018. “Danish submarine inventor sentenced to life in prison for ‘heinous’ murder of journalist Kim Wall.” The Washington Post, April 25, 2018. “Death of Kim Wall: Peter Madsen sentenced to life in prison for submarine murder.” CBS News, April 25, 2018. “Kim Wall's gruesome death detailed in Peter Madsen murder trial: A timeline.” Fox News, April 25, 2018. “Kim Wall murder: Danish inventor Peter Madsen given life sentence.” BBC News, April 25, 2018. Kim Wall murder: Danish inventor Peter Madsen given life sentence.” CNN, April 25, 2018. “Kim Wall: What we know about Danish submarine death.” BBC News, April 25, 2018. “Man who crowdfunded submarine sentenced to life for murder of journalist Kim Wall.” Gizmodo, April 25, 2018. “Peter Madsen sentenced to life for murdering journalist Kim Wall.” The Guardian, April 25, 2018. “Who is Peter Madsen, the Danish inventor charged with murdering Kim Wall?” Fox News, April 25, 2018. “‘Everyone is following it’: millions gripped by Kim Wall murder trial as verdict nears.” The Guardian, April 22, 2018. “The Kim Wall murder trial: The case against Peter Madsen.” The New Yorker, April 18, 2018. “Danish inventor accused of Kim Wall murder 'psychopathic', court hears.” The Guardian, April 5, 2018.“Kim Wall's alleged killer admits to stabbing journalist, but says it was to make sure body sank.” Fox News, March 21, 2018. “Depths of depravity: inside the mind of submarine maker Peter Madsen, accused of killing reporter Kim Wall.” South China Morning Post, March 6, 2018. “The Danish inventor accused of the horrific murder of a Swedish journalist on his submarine allegedly texted his girlfriend a description of the crime.” Business Insider, February 20, 2018. “The final, terrible voyage of the Nautilus.” Wired, February 15, 2018. “Kim Wall memorial grant opens for applicants so slain journalist's 'spirit will live on'.” ABC News, January 23, 2018. “Kim Wall murder: Danish inventor formally charged in 'unusual and extremely gross' case.” Fox News, January 16, 2018. “Danish inventor admits dismembering body of Swedish journalist.” The Guardian, October 30, 2017. “Memorial service for Kim Wall.” YouTube: Columbia Journalism School, October 11, 2017. “Danish police find severed head in Kim Wall submarine case.” AP, October 7, 2017. “Head, legs of missing journalist Kim Wall found by divers, police say.” CNN, October 7, 2017. “Kim Wall murder: police find head of Swedish journalist.” The Guardian, October 7, 2017. “Peter Madsens computer indeholdt optagelser af ægte drab på kvinder.” Exstra Bladet, October 3, 2017. “Kim Wall was more than just another woman killed by a man.” BuzzFeed News, September 26, 2017. “Kim Wall death: Memorial fund set up in Swedish journalist's name.” BBC News, September 9, 2017. “It was a 'terrible a

Oct 27, 201956 min

Episode 61 - Sherri Dally

The morning of May 6th, 1996 was routine for Sherri Dally. The thirty-five-year-old wife and mother woke up early and got her family prepared for their day, laying out her children’s clothing and organizing lunches. After she dropped her two young boys off at school, Sherri drove to the local Target in Ventura California to pick out a gift for her mother for the fast-approaching Mother’s Day. But Sherri never made it home from her errands that day. Instead, she vanished without a trace from the store’s parking lot, leaving behind a distraught family and a bewildered community. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Featured Podcasts:Apple For The Teacher - https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/apple-for-the-teacher Hillbilly Horror Stories - https://audioboom.com/channel/hillbilly-horror-stories Sources:“Ventura Crimes: The Parking Lot Abduction of Sherri Dally.” Medium, February 4, 2019.https://medium.com/@ashleyhorsfall/ventura-crimes-the-murder-of-sherri-dally-38d12c7137de“Sherri Dally’s Murder.” Forensic Files Now, October 24, 2018.https://forensicfilesnow.com/index.php/2018/10/24/sherri-dallys-murder/“Ventura Man Serving Life Sentence in Wife's 1996 Killing Seeks Clemency.” VC Star, August 31, 2018.https://www.vcstar.com/story/news/local/communities/ventura/2018/08/31/ventura-man-1996-killing-seeks-clemency/1115644002/?source=post_page-----38d12c7137de----------------------“Remote Control.” American Monster, 2018.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2_bt0Ibe48“A Lonely Place.” Fatal Vows, 2013. https://www.google.ca/search?source=hp&ei=5VFPXcLCN-2P9PwPnfq-6AU&q=fatal+vows+a+lonely+place&oq=fatal+vows+a+lonely+place&gs_l=psy-ab.3..0i22i30.754.4748..4823...0.0..0.152.2951.0j25......0....1..gws-wiz.......0i131j0j0i3..11%3A1j12%3A4j13%3A0.r-t5ih3qLBg&ved=0ahUKEwiCyambufnjAhXtB50JHR29D10Q4dUDCAs&uact=5 “A Lover’s Betrayal.” Wicked Attraction, 2010. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jnxenCSs88c “Sign Here.” Forensic Files, 2004. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXFjwihUO00 “Dally Sentenced to Life in Prison.” Los Angeles Times, June 10, 1998. https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1998-jun-10-me-58398-story.html “Husband Testifies He Had Nothing To Do With Wife's Kidnap-Murder.” San Diego Source, April 21,1998. http://www.sddt.com/News/article.cfm?SourceCode=19980421cp#.XU8fiC3Mz6Y “Haun Accuses Michael Dally of Betrayal.” Los Angeles Times, April 1, 1998. https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1998-apr-01-me-34881-story.html “Judge Awards Dally Sons $6.4 Million.” Los Angeles Times, March 19, 1998. https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1998-mar-19-me-30460-story.html “Clerk Sentenced to Life in Prison in Triangle Killing.” The Spokesman-Review, November 25, 1997. https://www.spokesman.com/stories/1997/nov/25/clerk-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-in-triangle/ “Killing Sets Stage for Fight Over E-Mail to California Newspaper.” The New York Times, October 19, 1997. https://www.nytimes.com/1997/10/19/us/killing-sets-stage-for-fight-over-e-mail-to-california-newspaper.html “Lawyers Subpoena Newspaper Site.” Cnet, October 16, 1997.https://www.cnet.com/news/lawyers-subpoena-newspaper-site/ “Woman Guilty of Killing Lover's Wife in Possible Sacrifice.” Chicago Tribune, September 28, 1997. https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-xpm-1997-09-28-9709280200-story.html “Prosecutors Helped Jury Get to Know Sherri Dally.” Los Angeles Times, September 27, 1997. https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1997-sep-27-me-36801-story.html“Love Triangle and Elements of the Occult in California Murder Trial.” Associated Press, August 4, 1997. https://apnews.com/11b6e6509ca4ac57c3abe1847f9115d9 “City of Ventura.” City of Ventura Website, n.d. https://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/594/About-Ventura “Sherri Renee Guess Dally.” Find A Grave Memorial, n.d. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/78362473/sherri-renee-dally

Oct 13, 201954 min

Episode 60 - Brandi Mathews - Part 2

PART #2 of 2 - Previously in Part One of Brandi Mathews story....You heard how she met and moved in with a man by the name of Kelly Semino. An abusive partner, who terrorized Brandi’s entire family in order to maintain complete control over her throughout the course of their relationship.How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Featured Podcasts:Texla True Crime - https://podtail.com/en/podcast/texla-true-crime/ True Crime Fix - https://truecrimefix.podbean.com/ Domestic Violence Resources:http://www.thehotline.org/https://www.helpguide.org/articles/abuse/domestic-violence-and-abuse.htmhttps://www.mosaicmethod.com/http://vanetwork.org/Sources: “Feature: 5K to memorialize Brandi Matthews, victim of domestic violence.” Lake Expo, September 9, 2014.https://www.lakeexpo.com/news/lake_news/feature-k-to-memorialize-brandi-matthews-victim-of-domestic-violence/article_e8799612-3831-11e4-b671-0019bb2963f4.html“Mother forgives daughter’s killer at sentencing.” Lake Expo, January 9, 2012.https://www.lakeexpo.com/news/crime/mother-forgives-daughter-s-killer-at-sentencing/article_f8285f00-3a99-11e1-be1f-0019bb2963f4.html“The murder trial of Kelly Simino, the man convicted of killing Brandi Mathews.” Lake Expo, November 2, 2011.https://www.lakeexpo.com/news/crime/the-murder-trial-of-kelly-simino-the-man-convicted-of/article_6be867f6-0588-11e1-a155-001cc4c03286.html“Brandi Mathews’ killer convicted of murder.” Lake Expo, November 1, 2011.https://www.lakeexpo.com/news/crime/brandi-mathews-killer-convicted-of-murder/article_37c22144-04b9-11e1-b42a-001cc4c03286.html“Mother of murdered woman expresses gratitude to the Osage Beach Police.” Lake Expo, March 15, 2011.https://www.lakeexpo.com/news/lake_news/mother-of-murdered-woman-expresses-gratitude-to-the-osage-beach/article_9d41187c-3c23-5584-92f0-d0a9d4e65053.html“Brandi Mathews: A story of domestic violence, drugs, murder.” Lake Expo, January 9, 2011.https://www.lakeexpo.com/news/lake_news/brandi-mathews-a-story-of-domestic-violence-drugs-murder/article_96424048-3eeb-5cba-8015-403896019f0b.html“Missing Woman: Mother says Brandi Mathews helped law enforcement in attempt to escape abusive boyfriend.” Lake Expo, June 12, 2008. https://www.lakeexpo.com/news/top_stories/missing-woman-mother-says-brandi-mathews-helped-law-enforcement-in/article_36780dfa-ef71-50f9-9fbe-70e3bb06afcb.html “Brandi June Matthews.” Find A Grave, n.d.https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/33197810“Eldon remains spotlight unsolved cases”https://krcgtv.com/news/local/eldon-remains-spotlight-unsolved-cases“Boyfriend of Woman Missing for 3 Years Charged With Murder; Simino Convicted”http://crimesceneinvestigations.blogspot.com/2011/01/boyfriend-of-woman-missing-for-three.html“The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence”https://ncadv.org/“Interview With Deanna Roberts.” The Minds of Madness, 2019.“Interview With Osage Beach Detective.” The Minds of Madness, 2019.“Interview with Kate Hanger.” The Minds of Madness 2019.

Sep 29, 201952 min

Episode 59 - Brandi Mathews - Part 1

PART #1 of 2 - By early 2006, Brandi Mathews had realized it was time to take control of her future. The young Missouri mother had spent years trying to turn her life around. With the support of her family and even the police, Brandi knew it was time to stop being a victim for the sake of both herself and her young son Caleb.How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Featured Podcasts:Beyond Contempt True Crime - https://beyondcontemptpodcast.com/ Cold Girls - https://podtail.com/en/podcast/cold-girls/ Domestic Violence Resources:http://www.thehotline.org/https://www.helpguide.org/articles/abuse/domestic-violence-and-abuse.htmhttps://www.mosaicmethod.com/http://vanetwork.org/Sources:“Feature: 5K to memorialize Brandi Matthews, victim of domestic violence.” Lake Expo, September 9, 2014.https://www.lakeexpo.com/news/lake_news/feature-k-to-memorialize-brandi-matthews-victim-of-domestic-violence/article_e8799612-3831-11e4-b671-0019bb2963f4.html“Mother forgives daughter’s killer at sentencing.” Lake Expo, January 9, 2012.https://www.lakeexpo.com/news/crime/mother-forgives-daughter-s-killer-at-sentencing/article_f8285f00-3a99-11e1-be1f-0019bb2963f4.html“The murder trial of Kelly Simino, the man convicted of killing Brandi Mathews.” Lake Expo, November 2, 2011.https://www.lakeexpo.com/news/crime/the-murder-trial-of-kelly-simino-the-man-convicted-of/article_6be867f6-0588-11e1-a155-001cc4c03286.html“Brandi Mathews’ killer convicted of murder.” Lake Expo, November 1, 2011.https://www.lakeexpo.com/news/crime/brandi-mathews-killer-convicted-of-murder/article_37c22144-04b9-11e1-b42a-001cc4c03286.html“Mother of murdered woman expresses gratitude to the Osage Beach Police.” Lake Expo, March 15, 2011.https://www.lakeexpo.com/news/lake_news/mother-of-murdered-woman-expresses-gratitude-to-the-osage-beach/article_9d41187c-3c23-5584-92f0-d0a9d4e65053.html“Brandi Mathews: A story of domestic violence, drugs, murder.” Lake Expo, January 9, 2011.https://www.lakeexpo.com/news/lake_news/brandi-mathews-a-story-of-domestic-violence-drugs-murder/article_96424048-3eeb-5cba-8015-403896019f0b.html“Missing Woman: Mother says Brandi Mathews helped law enforcement in attempt to escape abusive boyfriend.” Lake Expo, June 12, 2008. https://www.lakeexpo.com/news/top_stories/missing-woman-mother-says-brandi-mathews-helped-law-enforcement-in/article_36780dfa-ef71-50f9-9fbe-70e3bb06afcb.html “Brandi June Matthews.” Find A Grave, n.d.https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/33197810“Eldon remains spotlight unsolved cases”https://krcgtv.com/news/local/eldon-remains-spotlight-unsolved-cases“Boyfriend of Woman Missing for 3 Years Charged With Murder; Simino Convicted”http://crimesceneinvestigations.blogspot.com/2011/01/boyfriend-of-woman-missing-for-three.html“The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence”https://ncadv.org/“Interview With Deanna Roberts.” The Minds of Madness, 2019.“Interview With Osage Beach Detective.” The Minds of Madness, 2019.“Interview with Kate Hanger.” The Minds of Madness 2019.

Sep 29, 201943 min

Episode 58 - Leonard, Lucas & Chynna

In mid-July of 2019, three intrepid explorers who all had a deep appreciation of nature and love of adventure ventured into Northern British Columbia, Canada to make the most of all the region has to offer. A young couple set out on a road trip to explore Northern British Columbia, the Yukon, and Alaska and a seasoned biologist with some extra time on his hands decided to head further north than originally planned to take in the beautiful scenery. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Featured Podcasts:The Westside Fairytales - https://westsidefairytales.com/westside-fairytales-podcastBeyond The Rainbow - https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/cj-2/beyond-the-rainbow-true-crimes-of-the-lgbt-communitySources“Bryer Schmegelsky's dad 'very emotional' after viewing suspect's last video, lawyer says.” CTV News, September 5, 2019.https://bc.ctvnews.ca/bryer-schmegelsky-s-dad-very-emotional-after-viewing-suspect-s-last-video-lawyer-says-1.4580216“Father of Bryer Schmegelsky seeks access to final video taken before murder suspect's suicide.” National Post, August 25, 2019.https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/father-of-suspected-b-c-killer-seeks-access-to-video-taken-before-sons-death“Father of suspected northern B.C. killer seeks access to video of 'last will and testament'.” CBC News, August 24, 2019.https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/northern-bc-suspects-video-1.5259069“Teen fugitives gun shop visit before highway murder spree.” News Corp Australia, August 22, 2019. https://www.news.com.au/travel/travel-updates/incidents/teen-fugitives-gun-shop-visit-before-highway-murder-spree/news-story/5ea81f961a8504e85b8a760f54c806f7 “B.C. murder suspects found dead in Manitoba left behind cell phone video message for their families.” Thompson Citizen, August 21, 2019. https://www.thompsoncitizen.net/news/thompson/b-c-murder-suspects-found-dead-in-manitoba-left-behind-cell-phone-video-message-for-their-families-1.23922582 “Canada manhunt fugitives recorded final video messages, family says.” The Guardian, August 20, 2019. https://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/canada/canada-manhunt-fugitives-recorded-final-video-messages-family-says/ar-AAG3CX7#image=AAFO14Y|13 “B.C. murder suspects recorded 'last will and testament' before their deaths: report.” CTV News, August 19, 2019. https://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/b-c-murder-suspects-recorded-last-will-and-testament-before-their-deaths-report-1.4556547 “Brother of B.C. murder victim Chynna Deese says he may never know why she had to die.” National Post, August 15, 2019. https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/brother-of-b-c-homicide-victim-says-he-may-never-know-why-she-was-killed “Behavioural analysis can help answer the 'why' in B.C. murders: expert.” City News, August 13, 2019. https://montreal.citynews.ca/2019/08/13/behavioural-analysis-can-help-answer-the-why-in-b-c-murders-expert/ “B.C. murder suspects Bryer Schmegelsky and Kam McLeod died by suicide by gunfire, RCMP confirm.” Huff Post, August 12, 2019. https://www.huffingtonpost.ca/entry/bc-murder-suspects-suicide_ca_5d51d058e4b05fa9df034968 “Manhunt suspects died in apparent suicides by gunfire: RCMP.” Maclean’s, August 12, 2019. https://www.macleans.ca/news/canada/manhunt-suspects-died-in-apparent-suicides-by-gunfire-rcmp/ “Sister of B.C. murder victim accuses Bryer Schmegelsky's dad of failing to take responsibility.” National Post, August 11, 2019. https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/homicide-victims-sister-accuses-fugitives-dad-of-failing-to-take-responsibility “Northern B.C. homicides and manhunt: A timeline.” The Vancouver Sun, August 9, 2019. https://vancouversun.com/news/local-news/northern-b-c-homicides-timeline-of-what-we-know-so-far “'I was sobbing when I heard the news': murder victim's sister.” CTV News, August 8, 2019. https://bc.ctvnews.ca/i-was-sobbing-when-i-heard-the-news-murder-victim-s-sister-1.4541859 “B.C. manhunt ends: What we know about the victims and alleged killers.” National Post, August 7, 2019. https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/bc-manhunt-victims-lucas-fowler-chynna-deese-leonard-dyck?video_autoplay=true“B.C. murder suspects Bryer Schmegelsky, Kam McLeod believed to be dead.” Global News, August 7, 2019. https://globalnews.ca/news/5736937/bc-manhunt-suspects-rcmp/ “Fugitives found dead: RCMP confirms hunt for B.C. murder suspects over.” Toronto Sun, August 7, 2019.https://torontosun.com/news/national/fugitives-dead-rcmp-to-provide-update-on-hunt-for-b-c-murder-suspects “RCMP 'confident' they've found bodies of B.C. fugitives Bryer Schmegelsky and Kam McLeod.” National Post, August 7, 2019. https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/rcmp-say-two-male-bodies-found-in-

Sep 15, 201952 min

Episode 57 - The Wright Family

From the outside looking in at least, Jeff and Susan Wright appeared to be living the perfect life: two kids, a dog, and a beautiful house in the suburbs of Houston, Texas. But what happened on the evening of January 13th, 2003, forever shattered that illusion and destroyed whatever the future might have held for the Wright family. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Featured Podcasts:Bad In The Boondocks - https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/bad-in-the-boondocksInvisible Choir - https://www.invisiblechoir.comDomestic Violence Resources:http://www.thehotline.org/https://www.helpguide.org/articles/abuse/domestic-violence-and-abuse.htmhttps://www.mosaicmethod.com/Sources:“The Secret Shame of Domestic Violence.” Psychology Today, October 23, 2014.https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/mining-the-headlines/201410/the-secret-shame-domestic-violence“Lethal Love.” Deadly Women, 2011.https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x3h2p5h“‘Blue-Eyed Butcher’ Sentenced to 20 Years.” CNN, November 4, 2010.http://www.cnn.com/2010/CRIME/11/03/texas.susan.wright.sentence/index.html“Exclusive: Wright Family Reacts to Lighter Sentence.” ABC7, November 4, 2010.https://abc7chicago.com/archive/7763855/“5 Years Cut From Susan Wright’s Sentence for Killing Husband.” Chron, November 3, 2010.https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/5-years-cut-from-Susan-Wright-s-sentence-for-1694132.php“193.” Texas Monthly, February, 2010.https://www.texasmonthly.com/articles/193/A Wife's Revenge: The True Story of Susan Wright and the Marriage That Ended in Murder, Macmillan, 2007.https://www.amazon.com/Wifes-Revenge-Wright-Marriage-Murder-ebook/dp/B003J48BXM“Betting Her Life.” Dateline 48 Hours Mystery, 2018.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LzoVQkfznlIThe Murderer Next Door: Why the Mind is Designed to Kill, Penguin Books, 2005. https://books.google.ca/booksid=NEq9TTBbt64C&pg=PT89&lpg=PT89&dq=susan+wright+murderer&source=bl&ots=wKNx3SCcfP&sig=ACfU3U1R6FHXhGZRsyE_f0E2eTHDbSxXZg&hl=en&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjVpqTHitbjAhXaPM0KHSu5Cow4HhDoATADegQICRAB#v=onepage&q=susan%20wright%20murderer&f=false“Susan Wright.” Snapped, 2004.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_LwA8xamTY&t=1212s“What You Need to Know About Susan Wright.” CNN, 2004.https://www.cnn.com/videos/crime/2011/11/30/susan-wright-backgrounder.cnn“Susan Lucille Wright.” Murderpedia, n.d.https://murderpedia.org/female.W/w/wright-susan.htm“Susan Wright.” Crime Library, n.d.https://www.crimemuseum.org/crime-library/famous-murders/susan-wright/“Susan Wright Crime Scene Photos.” CBS News, n.d.https://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/susan-wright-crime-scene-photos/

Sep 1, 201957 min

Episode 56 - The Benoit Family

Chris Benoit was an international superstar, an elite athlete, and one of the most inspiring performers in the world of professional wrestling. However, following a weekend in June 2007, Chris Benoit's reputation as a hero was stripped away, leaving behind a much more sinister legacy. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Joe Turner https://www.joeturnerbooks.comFeatured Podcasts:Devil We Know - https://www.spreaker.com/show/devil-we-know-podcastNature vs Narcissism - https://www.spreaker.com/show/nature-vs-narcissism Sources:https://books.google.co.uk/books?id=3CBFFkYrhCMC&printsec=frontcover#v=onepage&q&f=false)https://murderpedia.org/male.B/b/benoit-chris.htmhttps://www.nytimes.com/2007/06/27/us/27wrestler.htmlhttps://omny.fm/shows/talk-is-jericho/inside-the-benoit-family-tragedy-on-talk-is-jerichhttps://omny.fm/shows/talk-is-jericho/tij-ep10-chavo-guerrero-pt-1 https://omny.fm/shows/talk-is-jericho/tij-ep11-chavo-guerrero-pt-2 https://prowrestling.fandom.com/wiki/Chris_Benoit_double_murder-suicidehttps://www.ringsidenews.com/2019/02/26/how-chris-benoits-brain-changed-wwe-forever/https://abcnews.go.com/Nightline/chris-benoits-dad-son-suffered-severe-brain-damage/story?id=11471875https://pwtorch.com/artman2/publish/wadekellerdotcom/45950.shtmlhttps://www.postandcourier.com/staff/mike_mooneyham/ring-of-hell-tells-disturbing-story/article_2c523c48-553a-594c-a4f8-33799a1ea5ca.htmlhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hart_Dungeonhttps://www.athleticscholarships.net/concussion-wrestling-football-college.htmhttps://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/07/nick-buoniconti,-co-founder-of-the-miami-project-to-cure-paralysis,-passes-away.htmlhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeI4TmBkRhIhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Wz9RbxD5j4

Aug 18, 201950 min

Episode 55 - Ronald Platt

51-year-old Ronald Platt was thrilled to be invited boating with his dear friend David Davis. Davis was a semi-retired Canadian businessman who lived in Woodham Walter, a village about 80 kilometers northeast of London in the English county of Essex, with his young wife and two beautiful daughters. The pair set sail in the English Channel near the Devon resort town of Torquay on Davis’ 24-foot yacht The Lady Jane. Ronald was never seen alive again. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Featured Podcast:The True Crime Files - https://www.spreaker.com/user/fuller/the-true-crume-files-podcast-promoSources:“The Time a Rolex Watch Helped Solve a Murder Mystery.” Rolex Blog, September 6, 2018.https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex-blog/just-because/rolex-watch-helped-solve-murder-mystery.html“The Rolex Murder: How Police Caught Killer From a Single Clue.” Plymouth Live, September 22, 2017.https://www.plymouthherald.co.uk/news/plymouth-news/rolex-murder-how-police-caught-516448“An Almost Perfect Murder.” Real Stories, July 15, 2017.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdB6aYXVO-A“Walker Withdraws Application for Parole.” Brantford Expositor, October 7, 2015.https://www.facebook.com/BrantfordExpositor/posts/walker-withdraws-application-for-parole/959394860775328/“Convicted Murderer and Fraudster Has Applied for Parole.” SouthernOntario.ca, August 5, 2015.https://www.southwesternontario.ca/news-story/5784754-convicted-murderer-and-fraudster-has-applied-for-parole/“Killer Albert Walker Pleads Guilty to Theft, Fraud.” The Star, April 26, 2007.https://www.thestar.com/news/2007/04/26/killer_albert_walker_pleads_guilty_to_theft_fraud.html“Daughter Speaks Out Against ‘Evil’ Father.” The Globe and Mail, March 19, 2005.https://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/daughter-speaks-out-against-evil-father/article18219037/“Man at Centre of Bizarre Case Returning to Canada.” The Globe and Mail, February 22, 2005.https://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/man-at-centre-of-bizarre-case-returning-to-canada/article1114896/The World’s Most Mysterious Murders, 2003. https://books.google.ca/books?id=gld0JI3tZokC&pg=PA195&lpg=PA195&dq=Albert+Johnson+Walker&source=bl&ots=uSV5cG7VW4&sig=ACfU3U3l9eDkICEu3HqCKkEqY8OvcSsTTQ&hl=en&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwit35LQib3jAhUIY6wKHU2MC104FBDoATAFegQICBAB#v=onepage&q=Albert%20Johnson%20Walker&f=false “Time Will Tell.” Forensic Files, 2000.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aNbbV4mVzac“Sheena Walker Maintains Her Dad Asked Her to Lie.” CBC News, November 13, 1998.https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/sheena-walker-maintains-her-dad-asked-her-to-lie-1.166577“Walker Money Hunt.” McLeans, July 20, 1998.https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/walker-money-hunt“The Devil In Disguise; Life for Murdering Pal Whose Identity He Stole; Lived With Daughter as Couple and Fiddled $10m.” The Mirror, July 7, 1998.https://www.thefreelibrary.com/THE+DEVIL+IN+DISGUISE%3B+Life+for+murdering+pal+whose+identity+he...-a060667526“Walker’s Trail of Pain.” Macleans, July 6, 1998.https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/walkers-trail-of-pain“An English Murder Mystery.” Macleans, June 22, 1998.https://archive.macleans.ca/article/1998/6/22/an-english-murder-mystery“Albert Johnson Walker.” Murderpedia, n.d.https://murderpedia.org/male.W/w/walker-albert-johnson.htm“Canada’s Most Wanted Criminal Hid In Plain Sight For Over 20 Years.” Life Daily, n.d.http://www.lifedaily.com/story/canadas-most-wanted-criminal-hid-in-plain-sight-for-over-20-years/“DS Phil Sincock Talks the Albert Walker Case.” Crime + Investigation, n.d.https://www.crimeandinvestigation.co.uk/article/ds-phil-sincock-talks-the-albert-walker-case“Paris, Ontario.” Wikipedia, n.d.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paris,_Ontario

Aug 4, 201950 min

Episode 54 - Heather DeWild

In July of 2003, 30-year-old Heather DeWild was a loving mother to two beautiful children: Jacob, five, and Hannah, three. Heather and her husband Daniel had been married for six years and had created a good life for themselves in Edgewater, Colorado. By all accounts, the DeWilds were living the American Dream. Until their marriage slowly unraveled and Heather vanished on July 24th, 2003. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Featured Podcasts:Voices For Justice - https://www.voicesforjusticepodcast.comMugshot - https://www.spreaker.com/show/mugshotSources:“The Devil’s Twin.” 48 Hours Transcript, June 14, 2014.https://www.cbsnews.com/news/heather-dewild-will-her-killer-get-away-with-murder/“Duct Tape Divorce.” Blood Relatives, May 22, 2014.https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x6qtaj2“Twins’ twisted murder plot; The murder of a pretty mum-of-two remained unsolved until one brother turned on his sibling...” The People, January 12, 2014.https://www.thefreelibrary.com/Twins%27+twisted+murder+plot%3B+The+murder+of+a+pretty+mum-of-two...-a0355992656“Daniel DeWild Gets 74 Years for Brutal Murder After Twin Brother's Reenactment.”Westword, March 1, 2013.https://www.westword.com/news/video-daniel-dewild-gets-74-years-for-brutal-murder-after-twin-brothers-reenactment-5865513“Daniel DeWild Sentenced to 74 Years in Killing of Estranged Wife.” Fox31 News, February 28, 2013.https://kdvr.com/2013/02/28/daniel-dewild-sentenced-to-75-years-in-killing-of-estranged-wife/“Daniel DeWild, Twin Brother Sentenced To 74 Years In Murder Of Estranged Wife.” HuffPost, February 28, 2013.https://www.huffpost.com/entry/daniel-dewild-twin-brothe_n_2784949“Judge Sentences Daniel DeWild To 74 Years Behind Bars.” 4CBS Denver, February 28, 2013.https://denver.cbslocal.com/2013/02/28/judge-sentences-daniel-dewild-to-74-years-behind-bars/“First DeWild Sentenced.” Centennial Citizen, January 28, 2013.https://centennialcitizen.net/stories/first-dewild-sentenced,95622“Annual Report 2013: Office of the First Judicial District Attorney Serving Jefferson and Gilpin Counties.” 2013.https://www.jeffco.us/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/168“Confession Cancels DeWild Retrial.” Highlands Ranch Herald, December 26, 2012.https://highlandsranchherald.net/stories/confession-cancels-dewild-retrial,116518“Man Admits to Killing Wife, Stunning Victim’s Family.” Denver 7, December 20, 2012. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Kvpt7-K0d0“Mixed Verdict for DeWild.” South Platte Independent, November 27, 2012.https://southplatteindependent.net/stories/mixed-verdict-for-dewild,22752“DeWild Jurors Mull Competing Stories in Murder Case.” The Denver Post, November 16, 2012.https://www.denverpost.com/2012/11/16/dewild-jurors-mull-competing-stories-in-murder-case/“Testimony: Heather DeWild’s Estranged Husband Said She Was ‘Ruining His Life.’” The Denver Post, November 15, 2012.https://www.denverpost.com/2012/11/15/testimony-heather-dewilds-estranged-husband-said-she-was-ruining-his-life/“Double Trouble in DeWild Trial.” Douglas-County News Press, November 13, 2012.https://douglascountynewspress.net/stories/double-trouble-in-dewild-trial,62899“DeWild Case Set for Trial.” Parker Chronicle, October 24, 2012.https://parkerchronicle.net/stories/dewild-case-set-for-trial,104553“David DeWild Pleads in Heather DeWild Murder Case Involving His Twin Brother.” Westword, August 6, 2012.https://www.westword.com/news/david-dewild-pleads-in-heather-dewild-murder-case-involving-his-twin-brother-5901132“DeWild Brothers’ Murder Trial Date Scheduled.” Englewood Herald, May 25, 2012https://englewoodherald.net/stories/dewild-brothers-murder-trial-date-scheduled,92148“Judge to Reexamine Cold Case Charges.” Colorado Community Media, March 8, 2012.https://coloradocommunitymedia.com/stories/judge-to-reexamine-cold-case-charges,42985“Daniel DeWild, Plus Brother and Sister-In-Law, Busted in 2003 Murder of Heather DeWild.” Westword, December 15, 2011.https://www.westword.com/news/daniel-dewild-plus-brother-and-sister-in-law-busted-in-2003-murder-of-heather-dewild-5856754“DeWild Case Arrests Bring Up Bad Memories For Victim’s Sister.” 4CBS Denver, December 15, 2011.https://denver.cbslocal.com/2011/12/15/dewild-case-arrests-bring-up-bad-memories-for-victims-sister/“DeWild Twins, Sister-In-Law Face Murder Charges.” 9News, December 15, 2011.https://www.9news.com/article/news/local/dewild-twins-sister-in-law-face-murder-charges/73-334423822“3 Arrests Made In 8-Year-Old Edgewater Murder Case.” 4CBS Denver, December 14, 2011.https://denver.cbslocal.com/2011/12/14/3-arrests-made-in-8-year-old-edgewater-murder-case/“Arrests Made in Death of Mother.” Associated Press, December 14

Jul 21, 201951 min

Episode 53 - Quee Choo Chadwick

On Wednesday October 10, 2012 Peter Chadwick and his wife Quee Choo disappeared from their Newport Beach home in California. The following day, Peter made a call to 911 from a gas station close to the Mexican border.How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Featured Podcasts:Corpus Delicti - https://www.spreaker.com/show/corpus-delicti Trace Evidence - https://www.trace-evidence.com/Information On Peter Chadwick:https://www.usmarshals.gov/investigations/most_wanted/chadwick/chadwick.htm Sources:Print“Find Peter Chadwick: Manhunt Continues for Fugitive Multimillionaire Years AfterBeing Charged With Wife's Murder.” 48 Hours transcript, May 11, 2019.https://www.cbsnews.com/news/find-peter-chadwick-manhunt-continues-for-fugitive-multimillionaire-years-after-charged-with-wifes-murder/“‘Countdown to Capture’ Podcast Traces the Hunt for Millionaire Murder SuspectAccused of Killing His Wife — And Police Want Your Help.” Crime Online, October 20,2018.https://www.crimeonline.com/2018/09/20/countdown-to-capture-podcast-traces-the-hunt-for-millionaire-murder-suspect-accused-of-killing-his-wife-and-police-want-your-help/“How Millionaire Property Tycoon Got Away With Murder.” Northern Star, October 6,2018.https://www.northernstar.com.au/news/wifekilling-property-tycoon-still-on-the-run-three/3542878/“Mystery of British Millionaire Peter Chadwick Who Strangled Wife Then Used His Cashto Disappear.” Mirror, September 27, 2018.https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/mystery-british-millionaire-peter-chadwick-13321661“A Local Police Department Hopes a Podcast Will Help It Catch a Fugitive.” LosAngeles Magazine, September 21, 2018.https://www.lamag.com/citythinkblog/peter-chadwick-crime-podcast/“American Police Use Serial-Style Podcast to Hunt British-Born Murder Suspect.” TheTelegraph, September 21, 2018.https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2018/09/21/american-police-use-serial-style-podcast-hunt-british-born-murder/“Millionaire Fugitive Accused of Murdering Wife May Be Hiding in Canada.” CTV News,September 21, 2018.https://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/millionaire-fugitive-accused-of-murdering-wife-may-be-hiding-in-canada-1.4103674“Feds Hope Asian Sex Workers Can Help Track Down Millionaire Fugitive Accused OfWife's Murder.” Oxygen, September 20, 2018.https://www.oxygen.com/crime-time/peter-chadwick-fugitive-millionaire-wanted-for-wife-quee-choo-lim-chadwick-murder“Multi-Millionaire on The Loose: Police Launch Podcast to Catch Fugitive Accused ofKilling Wife.” The London Free Press, September 20, 2018.https://lfpress.com/news/crime/multi-millionaire-on-the-loose-police-launch-podcast-to-catch-fugitive-accused-of-killing-wife/wcm/42f15414-0091-45e6-aa92-da54856fc3b3“‘On The Run’ Who Is Peter Chadwick, Where Is The Murder Suspect and What Is the‘Serial’ Style Countdown to Capture Podcast?” The Sun, September 20, 2018.https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/7308829/peter-chadwick-murder-suspect-california-podcast/“Officials Announce $100K Reward for Information Leading to Capture of O.C. FugitiveAccused of Killing His Wife.” KTLA 5 News, September 19, 2018.https://ktla.com/2018/09/19/officials-announce-100k-reward-for-information-leading-to-capture-of-o-c-fugitive-accused-of-killing-his-wife/“Newport Beach Man, Suspected of Killing Wife in 2012, Is Still at Large so AuthoritiesOffer $100,000 Reward.” The Orange County Register, September 18, 2018.https://www.ocregister.com/2018/09/19/newport-beach-man-suspected-of-killing-wife-in-2012-is-still-at-large-so-authorities-offer-100000-reward/American Nightmare#39 Inside the Life of Millionaire Family Before Dad AllegedlyStrangled Mom.” People, April 11, 2018.https://people.com/crime/peter-chadwick-on-the-run-wife-quee-choo-murder/“Search for Fugitive in 2012 Newport Coast Slaying Adds Podcast and $100,000Reward.” Los Angeles Times, September 19, 2012.https://www.latimes.com/socal/daily-pilot/news/tn-dpt-me-chadwick-murder-20180919-story.html“Multimillionaire Real-Estate Mogul Wanted for Murder of Wife.” True Crime Daily,December 7, 2015.https://truecrimedaily.com/2015/12/07/multimillionaire-real-estate-mogul-wanted-for-murder-of-wife/“Quee Chadwick, OC Homicide No. 39: Millionaire Peter Gregory Chadwick Held.” OCWeekly, October 29, 2012.https://ocweekly.com/updated-with-husband-blaming-painter-quee-chadwick-oc-homicide-no-39-millionaire-peter-gregory-chadwick-held-6441983/“Blood, Broken Glass at Home Alarmed Officers.” The Orange County Register,October 24, 2012.https://www.ocregister.com/2012/10/24/blood-broken-glass-at-home-alarmed-officers/“Peter Chadwick, California Executive, Arrested On Suspicion Of Murdering Wife,Quee.” HuffPost, October 14, 20

Jul 8, 201957 min

Episode 52 - Helle Crafts

On November 18th, 1986, thirty-nine-year-old Helle Crafts was dropped off at her house in Newton, Connecticut by her co-workers. She was exhausted after fulfilling her flight attendant duties on a long haul from Frankfurt to New York. Helle was happy to have made it home before the impending storm and looking forward to tucking in her three children. As Helle’s co-workers watched their friend enter her home, they didn’t realize it would be the last time they would ever see her again. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Featured Podcasts: Azkas Mystery Podcast https://soundcloud.com/user-404863201 https://www.npr.org/local/309/2019/04/16/713984800/5-year-old-azka-publishes-her-first-mystery-podcastSources:“Helle Crafts: Winter of the Woodchipper.” Forensic Files Now, September 7, 2018.https://forensicfilesnow.com/index.php/tag/richard-crafts/“The Wood Chipper Murder – Helle Crafts.” Morbidology, December 22, 2017.https://morbidology.com/the-wood-chipper-murder-helle-crafts/“You Won't Sleep After Hearing About the Real Murder That Inspired Fargo.” Popsugar, April 20, 2017.https://www.popsugar.com/entertainment/Fargo-True-Story-34660331“Woodchipper Murder Case From 30 Years Ago Was Pivotal for Forensic Scientists.” Eyewitness News 3, November 17, 2017.https://www.wfsb.com/news/woodchipper-murder-case-from-years-ago-was-pivotal-for-forensic/article_2a473c33-283f-5893-89b2-ad37227da774.html“Forensic Files - Series Premiere: The Disappearance of Helle Crafts.” YouTube, May 5, 2014.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RwkYk9IyN-s“Analysis of Experimental Wood Chipper Trauma on Bone.” MA Thesis George Mason University, 2012.http://mars.gmu.edu/xmlui/bitstream/handle/1920/7858/Domenick_thesis_2012.pdf?sequence=1&isAllowed=y“23 Years Ago, Richard Crafts Was More Willing to Part With His Wife Than His Money.” New Times, November 18, 2009. Web.https://www.newstimes.com/local/article/23-years-ago-Richard-Crafts-was-more-willing-to-256633.php“Green Beret Indicted for Murder.” History.com, November 13, 2009.https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/green-beret-indicted-for-murder“Rodgers v. Crafts.” September 7, 2000.https://casetext.com/case/rodgers-v-crafts-no-cv87-0293694-s-sep“Ten Years Ago, the Crafts Murder Case Was a Pivotal Experience For Many.” The Newton Bee, August 10, 1999.https://www.newtownbee.com/date-fri-31-jul-1998-23“Crafts Loses Appeal for a New Trial.” Hartford Courant, July 7, 1993.https://www.courant.com/news/connecticut/hc-xpm-1993-07-07-0000007613-story.html“State of Connecticut v. Richard B. Crafts.” July 6, 1993.https://www.leagle.com/decision/1993463226conn2371451“The Job Is Murder--Solving 'Perfect Crimes': Forensics: Expert Uses Science And Technology to Unravel the Most Baffling Whodunits. Most of His Cases Involve Homicides.” Los Angeles Times, March 29, 1992.https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1992-03-29-mn-305-story.html“Sensational Case In Spotlight Again Second ‘Wood Chipper Murder’ Trial Scheduled This Month.” The Orlando Sentinel, September 3, 1989.https://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/os-xpm-1989-09-03-8909034758-story.html“The Lady Vanishes, and a Woodchipper Leaves Just a Shred of Evidence.” People, August 1, 1988.https://people.com/archive/the-lady-vanishes-and-a-woodchipper-leaves-just-a-shred-of-evidence-vol-30-no-5/“Dentist Identifies Tooth Fragments as Dead Wife's.” UPI, May 12, 1988.https://www.upi.com/Archives/1988/05/12/Dentist-identifies-tooth-fragments-as-dead-wifes/2333579412800/“Richard Crafts Murder Trial Begins.” AP, April 5, 1988.https://www.apnews.com/b51f1e9feb7bfa0e5537637ffea937f6“Parts of Wife's Body Turn Up Around Lake; Pilot Held.” Los Angeles Times, January 14, 1987.https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1987-01-14-mn-3454-story.html“Richard B. Crafts.” Murderpedia, n.d.https://murderpedia.org/male.C/c/crafts-richard.htm“Helle Lorck Nielson.” PAN AM World DocuProject, n.d.http://www.panam-world.org/helle-lorck-nielson/“Richard Crafts: The Infamous Wood Chipper Murderer.” Criminal website, n.d.https://criminal.media/richard-crafts-the-infamous-wood-chipper-murderer“Exclusive: Reelz Explores the Shocking Truth Behind the Murder That Inspired ‘Fargo’.” Fansided, n.d.https://hiddenremote.com/2017/06/16/reelz-presents-fargo-the-shocking-truth/“Fargo.” Wikipedia, n.d.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fargo_(film)

Jun 23, 201958 min

Episode 51 - Lauren Phelps (Hugelmaier)

In 2017, twenty-nine-year-old Lauren Ashley-Nicole Phelps appeared to have her whole life ahead of her. The newlywed lived in Raleigh, North Carolina with her husband Michael Phelps, where she taught Sunday school, owned her own business, and was busy mapping out her future. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterFleslit - She A Goofy The Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Featured Podcasts: Real Life Real Crime https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/woody-overton/real-life-real-crime M.C.R.O. Radio https://open.spotify.com/show/2pVd76WNM2kbtTTQZaK8Da Sources:Print:“‘We will remember:’ Families speak for loved ones silenced by violence.” WRAL.com, December 12, 2018.https://www.wral.com/we-will-remember-families-speak-for-loved-ones-silenced-by-violence/18061105/“Father of woman killed in ‘cold medicine murder’ will ‘never’ forgive her husband.” Inside Edition, October 17, 2018.https://www.insideedition.com/father-woman-killed-cold-medicine-murder-will-never-forgive-her-husband-47685“Cold medicine killer gets life for wife’s murder.” Cherokee One Feather, October 11-17, 2018.https://theonefeather.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/October-11.pdf“Husband pleads guilty to stabbing wife 123 times, blames cough medicine.” Newsweek, October 6, 2018.https://www.newsweek.com/husband-pleads-guilty-stabbing-wife-123-times-blames-cough-medicine-1156464“Raleigh man pleads guilty in 'cold medicine' murder case.” Spectrum News, October 5, 2018.https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nc/triangle-sandhills/news/2018/10/05/raleigh-man-pleads-guilty-in--cold-medicine--murder-case-“‘I feel like a monster.’ Husband pleads guilty in ‘cough medicine’ killing.” The News & Observer, October 5, 2018.https://www.newsobserver.com/news/local/article219420090.html“He was obsessed with ‘American Psycho,’ police say, and stabbed his wife 123 times.” The Washington Post, April 3, 2018.https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/true-crime/wp/2018/04/03/he-was-obsessed-with-american-psycho-police-say-and-stabbed-his-wife-123-times/?utm_term=.f3d4d6d35d26“Man who blamed 'cold medicine' after wife was murdered was 'obsessed' with 'American Psycho'” USA Today, April 3, 2018.https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation-now/2018/04/03/man-who-blamed-cold-medicine-after-wife-murdered-obsessed-american-psycho/480885002/“Victim in NC cough syrup stabbing wanted to end relationship, warrants say.” 10 Wavy.com, April 2, 2018.https://www.wavy.com/news/victim-in-nc-cough-syrup-stabbing-wanted-to-end-relationship-warrants-say/1095122408“Suspect in 'cough medicine' killing was fan of 'American Psycho,' NC police say.” The State, April 2, 2018.https://www.thestate.com/news/state/south-carolina/article207721164.html“Search warrants: Couple was having money problems before man, who claimed to be on cold medicine, stabbed wife 123 times” ABC 11 News, April 2, 2018.https://abc11.com/warrants-couple-was-having-problems-before-alleged-cold-medicine-murder/3292831/“A staple of the Durham economy, and your commute on I-40, has made noticeable changes.” The Herald Sun, November 14, 2017.https://www.heraldsun.com/news/business/article184532603.html“NC woman stabbed 123 times in cough syrup murder case.” WFMY News 2, October 17, 2017.https://www.wfmynews2.com/article/news/crime/nc-woman-stabbed-123-times-in-cough-syrup-murder-case/484036112“Autopsy: Raleigh woman stabbed by husband 123 times.” Spectrum News, October 17, 2017.https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nc/triangle-sandhills/news/2017/10/17/autopsy--raleigh-woman-stabbed-by-husband-123-times“'I think I did it': Bloke, 28, tells cops he ‘woke up from a bad dream’ to find his wife lying dead next to him covered in blood.” The Sun, September 24, 2017.https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/4391306/man-stab-wife-dream-north-carolina/“Aspiring pastor Matthew Phelps makes first court appearance since killing his wife.” Christian News, September 8, 2017.https://www.firstladyb.com/lauren-phelps-matthew-phelps/“Friend defends man accused in Raleigh cold medicine murder.” ABC News 11, September 7, 2017.https://abc11.com/friend-defends-man-accused-in-cold-medicine-murder/2387402/“Instagram page shows another side of suspect in cold medicine murder case: ‘There is evil in my head’.” Inside Edition, September 6, 2017.https://www.insideedition.com/headlines/25367-instagram-page-shows-another-side-of-suspect-in-cold-medicine-murder-case-there-is-evil“Cold medicine has been linked to hallucinations. But could it actually lead to violence?” The News & Observer, September 6, 2017.https://www.newsobserver.com/news/local/crime/article171627862.html“Lawyer says effects of cold medicine will be ‘subject of inquiry’ in man’s murder trial.” The News & Observer, Se

Jun 10, 201945 min

Episode 50 - Candace Rough Surface

On August 2nd, 1980, eighteen-year-old Candace “Candi” Rough Surface vanished while out for the evening in Mobridge, South Dakota. Nine months passed before the young mother was found. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Special ThankHomer and ClaraFeatured Podcasts: Writing About Crime https://winingaboutcrime.podbean.com/ Murderish https://www.spreaker.com/show/murderish_2 Sources:Print:“From '80 Crime, White-Sioux Tension Today.” The New York Times, February 20, 1996.https://www.nytimes.com/1996/02/20/us/from-80-crime-white-sioux-tension-today.html“Brutal 1980 Murder Raises Racial Tensions – Indians Say Bail, Long Delay Before Arrest Are Evidence Of Prejudice.” The Seattle Times, March 17, 1996.http://community.seattletimes.nwsource.com/archive/?date=19960317&slug=2319519“Revisiting a Murder Across Racial Divide.” The Washington Post, May 3, 1996.https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/politics/1996/05/03/revisiting-a-murder-across-racial-divide/c053673f-857e-4c99-a7fc-d9fb7bca16cf/?utm_term=.96d4986e91e6“Non-Indian Men Arrested for Murder, Racial Tensions Rise.” NBC Nightly News [Transcript], May 8, 1996.https://archives.nbclearn.com/portal/site/k-12/flatview?cuecard=36305“16-Year Murder Mystery Ends in Tears.” Chicago Tribune, July 2, 1996.https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-xpm-1996-07-02-9607020074-story.html“Deny Parole for Nicholas A. Scherr #0000018139.” Change.org, 2014.https://www.change.org/p/south-dakota-board-of-pardons-parol-deny-parole-for-nicholas-a-scherr-0000018139?recruiter=91288114&utm_campaign=share_facebook_mobile&utm_medium=facebook&utm_source=share_petition“The Murder of Candace Rough Surface, Unsolved for 16 Years.” Justice For Native Women, March 24, 2016.http://www.justicefornativewomen.com/2016/03/the-murder-of-candace-rough-surface.html?m=1“Man Who Raped, Killed South Dakota Woman in 1980 Paroled.” Argus Leader, May 3, 2019.https://www.argusleader.com/story/news/crime/2019/05/03/man-who-raped-killed-south-dakota-woman-nicholas-scherr-candace-rough-surface/3661191002/“Man Who Raped, Killed South Dakota Woman in 1980 Paroled.” AP News, May 3, 2019.https://www.apnews.com/7d9af67984e1458abceccee0e12fef1f“Mobridge Man Who Raped and Killed Standing Rock Woman Granted Parole.” Aberdeen News, May 3, 2019.https://www.aberdeennews.com/courtnews/mobridge-man-convicted-of-rape-murder-granted-parole/article_e5bcaffb-74d8-54f9-abd8-60534a3766eb.html“Howe Event Center.” City of Mobridge. n.d.https://cityofmobridge.com/scherr-howe-event-centerAudio:“Clara Rough Surface Oxford Interview.” May, 2019.“Homer Rough Surface Interview.” May, 2019.“Man Who Raped, Killed South Dakota Woman in 1980 Paroled.” Keloland Media Group. May 3, 2019.https://www.keloland.com/news/local-news/man-who-raped-killed-south-dakota-woman-in-1980-paroled/1975782955

May 26, 201936 min

Episode 49 - Ardeth Wood

On a hot, humid afternoon in August 2003, Ardeth Wood borrowed her brother’s bike and ventured out along the wooded bicycle trails in Ottawa, Ontario. Ardeth was enjoying time with her family, unwinding, and reconnecting with her friends back home while on a two-week break from the Philosophy PhD program at the University of Waterloo. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Special ThanksSophie HFeatured Podcasts: Murder And Such https://murder.ly/murder-and-such Dark Poutine https://darkpoutine.comSources:Articles:“Killer has Ottawa on edge.” The Globe and Mail, August 12, 2003.https://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/killer-has-ottawa-on-edge/article20450636/“Ardeth Wood obituary.” Ottawa Citizen, August 16, 2003.http://ottawacitizen.remembering.ca/obituary/ardeth-wood-1065940316“New tips in Ardeth Wood case.” Daily Bulletin: University of Waterloo, July 22, 2004.https://bulletin.uwaterloo.ca/2004/jul/22th.html“Inside the hunt for Ardeth’s killer.” Ottawa Citizen, August 6, 2004.http://www.ottawamenscentre.com/news/20040806_Ardeth_Wood.htm“Scholarship remembers murdered grad.” Daily Bulletin: University of Waterloo, September 10, 2003.https://bulletin.uwaterloo.ca/2003/sep/10we.html“Ottawa police announce break in Ardeth Wood case.” CBC News, October 20, 2005.https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa-police-announce-break-in-ardeth-wood-case-1.519523“Myers to plead not guilty in Wood killing.” CBC News, October 21, 2005.https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/myers-to-plead-not-guilty-in-wood-killing-1.542140“Police had early tip in Wood murder: Report.” CBC News, November 22, 2005.https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/police-had-early-tip-in-wood-murder-report-1.524697“Man will be tried for first-degree murder in death of Ardeth Wood.” CBC News, November 24, 2006.https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/man-will-be-tried-for-first-degree-murder-in-death-of-ardeth-wood-1.591431“Man pleads guilty to Ottawa murder of Ardeth Wood.” CBC News, January 8, 2008.https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/man-pleads-guilty-to-ottawa-murder-of-ardeth-wood-1.698474“How the killer was finally caught.” Ottawa Citizen, January 9, 2008.https://pressreader.com/@nickname11856483/csb_MLLsemzCp1tpmI9otwSMG5whE_bRsqKBz3VqAmaBy-Cc96uucaaR94jLBgJ-vQwe“A past that offered little hope…” Ottawa Citizen, January 9, 2008.https://pressreader.com/@nickname11856483/csb_MLLsemzCp1tpmI9otwSMG6DrgkgoIbPZD-amdTwe-dPFqOEypKW2tf84ztVNEc7G“10 years later, Ottawa remembers Ardeth Wood.” CTV News, August 6, 2013.https://ottawa.ctvnews.ca/10-years-later-ottawa-remembers-ardeth-wood-1.1400208“Ardeth Wood murder resonates 10 years later.” CBC News, August 6, 2013.https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/ardeth-wood-murder-resonates-10-years-later-1.1362669“Ardeth Wood’s brother wants to clone the majestic oak named in her honour after violent storm.” Ottawa Citizen, September 29, 2017.https://ottawacitizen.com/news/local-news/ardeth-woods-brother-looking-to-clone-the-majestic-oak-named-in-her-honour-after-violent-storm“Iconic oak damaged in storm has decades of life left, says expert.” Toronto Sun, October 3, 2017.https://torontosun.com/2017/10/03/iconic-oak-damaged-in-storm-has-decades-of-life-left-says-expert/wcm/c3765887-1072-485d-8352-2a22decf8dd3“Dominion Arboretum.” Friends of the Central Experimental Farm website, n.d.https://friendsofthefarm.ca/plan-your-visit/attractions/“Central Experimental Farm Advisory Council, May 10, 2018.” Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada website, May 10, 2018.http://www.agr.gc.ca/eng/about-us/offices-and-locations/central-experimental-farm/about-the-central-experimental-farm/central-experimental-farm-advisory-council/central-experimental-farm-advisory-council-meeting-dates/may-10-2018/?id=1536949796646Audio Clips:“The family of Ardeth Wood honoured the Ottawa woman 10 years after she was killed.” CBC News, August 6, 2013.http://www.cbc.ca/player/play/2399652263/“The pathway predator.” Murder She Solved: True Crime, Season 1, Episode 3.https://youtu.be/ukAPezOkJ38“Reward offered for killer of Ottawa woman.” The New RO, posted to YouTube January 20, 2016.Parts of this news report could serve well as the introductory news interview, audio clip: 0:37-2:55.https://youtu.be/9oPR1yA7ZF0

May 15, 201941 min

Episode 48 - Taylor Powell

On the evening of March 21st,2010 in University Place, Washington, a mother named Kathy Powell was in the middle of preparing Sunday dinner when she suddenly got a phone call. The caller ID showed that it was coming from the Del Norte County Sheriff’s Department in Crescent City California. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Special Thanks to:Kathy Powell & The Powell Family Dr. Frank MillerKaren PowellFord WelchSophie HargestMaggy JamesTae DavisTimothy StrattonAshley BlackAna VidalDaniel BrewerMike BrowneJustin RimmelKaren WikiamFeatured Podcasts:Coast To Ghost https://www.spreaker.com/show/coast-to-ghost Case Closed https://us.macmillan.com/podcasts/podcast/case-closed/

Apr 28, 20191h 30m

Episode 47 - Aaron Pajich Sweetman

Please join us as we take a look into the sudden disappearance of Aaron Pajich Sweetman. A kind and trusting 18-year-old young man who was known to be in daily communication with his family. An unsuspecting victim who unknowingly walked through the gates of hell, into a trap that had been created for him by two women from different countries. One whom he trusted. How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Special Thanks to: Sharon Pajich Tim Watson-Munro http://timwatsonmunro.com.au/ Dancing with Demons, my memoir. (Pan Macmillan Australia, June 2017). For further information visit: http://www.panmacmillan.com.au/9781760552664/ A Shrink in the Clink. (Pan Macmillan Australia. Publication Date: 31 July 2018). For further information visit: https://www.panmacmillan.com.au/9781760558222/ Lauren B Susie Q. Featured Podcasts: One Eye Open https://oneeyeopen.podbean.com/ Dumb & Busted https://soundcloud.com/user-347681993

Apr 14, 20191h 5m

Episode 46 - Shannon Madill - Part 2

PART #2 of 2 - Join us, as we take a look into the investigation of Shannon Madill’s sudden disappearance, and how her family agonized for seven long months as they tried to find her. You’ll hear about the intense searches law enforcement conducted in hopes of finding Shannon, along with the various avenues they pursued, all the while, keeping a close eye on one particular suspect. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Special Thanks to:Erin MadillTyler MadillDave MadillLisa MadillNancy HixtFeatured Podcasts: Mind Of A Mass Murderer https://media.zencast.fm/mind-of-a-mass-murderer Crime Beat https://curiouscast.ca/podcast/398/crime-beat/ Sources:https://chatnewstoday.ca/article/538370/common-law-husband-pleads-guilty-killing-calgary-actress-burying-her-yardhttps://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/joshua-burgess-shannon-madill-guilty-plea-1.4431581https://www.facebook.com/shannon.madllyill/about?lst=100021219591102%3A505272949%3A1551152482&section=overviewhttp://choicememorial.com/book-of-memories/2187189/Madill-Shannon/obituary.phphttps://calgaryherald.com/news/crime/hundreds-remember-quirky-calgary-woman-who-loved-to-performhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STs8RUcM1Q4https://globalnews.ca/video/3896553/calgary-man-admits-to-killing-burying-body-of-wife-shannon-madillhttps://calgary.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=650535https://globalnews.ca/news/3892239/guilty-plea-expected-by-calgary-man-accused-of-killing-wife-shannon-madill/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZ2J1BNXnCQhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTQkTM25xfYhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=znXwm4qSGVchttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STs8RUcM1Q4https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIAQo2D2MbMhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJVH31Lw5jIhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=znXwm4qSGVc&t=23s

Mar 31, 20191h 13m

Episode 45 - Shannon Madill - Part 1

PART #1 of 2 - For Lisa and Dave Madill, December 1st, 2014 marked the beginning of a never-ending nightmare. Their 25-year-old daughter was missing. Shannon who was the youngest of their four children had failed to show up for a planned outing with her older brother Brett, which was unusual…but not completely out of character for her. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Special Thanks to:Erin MadillTyler MadillDave MadillLisa MadillWendy K. Winer, RN, BSN, CNOR, RNFAThe Center for Endometriosis Care | Kenny Sinervo, MD FRCSC, LLChttp://www.centerforendo.comAudio Book:One's Aspect to the SunSherry D. Ramsey (Author), Shannon Burgess (Narrator), Tyche Books Ltd. (Publisher)https://www.amazon.ca/Ones-Aspect-to-the-Sun/dp/B072HRDKDSTravel Guide:Calgary Stampedehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Av58qgOPKwg#action=share Featured Podcasts:AnxZenity https://anxzenity.podbean.com/All Crime No Cattle https://murder.ly/all-crime-no-cattleSources:https://chatnewstoday.ca/article/538370/common-law-husband-pleads-guilty-killing-calgary-actress-burying-her-yardhttps://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/joshua-burgess-shannon-madill-guilty-plea-1.4431581https://www.facebook.com/shannon.madllyill/about?lst=100021219591102%3A505272949%3A1551152482&section=overviewhttp://choicememorial.com/book-of-memories/2187189/Madill-Shannon/obituary.phphttps://calgaryherald.com/news/crime/hundreds-remember-quirky-calgary-woman-who-loved-to-performhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STs8RUcM1Q4https://globalnews.ca/video/3896553/calgary-man-admits-to-killing-burying-body-of-wife-shannon-madillhttps://calgary.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=650535https://globalnews.ca/news/3892239/guilty-plea-expected-by-calgary-man-accused-of-killing-wife-shannon-madill/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZ2J1BNXnCQhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTQkTM25xfYhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=znXwm4qSGVchttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STs8RUcM1Q4https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIAQo2D2MbMhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJVH31Lw5jIhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=znXwm4qSGVc&t=23s

Mar 17, 20191h 2m

Episode 44 – Christy Mirack

On December 21st, 1992, just 4 days before Christmas, students at Roherstown Elementary School in Lancaster, Pennsylvania were excited to attend their morning holiday school assembly. Ms. Christy Mirack the school's 6th-grade science teacher was always punctual and arrived by 8 AM each morning. But she hadn’t on that particular day, which was highly unusual. How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research And Writing:Stephanie MooreHead Of Research and Development:Kait MorrisFeatured Podcasts:I Said God Damn https://isgdpodcast.com/Bloody Murder http://bloodymurderpodcast.com/

Mar 4, 201944 min

Episode 43 – Mary Hepburn & Helen Dorrington

On the afternoon of May 2nd, 2012 paramedics were called to check on 3 occupants who had rented a room at a Travelodge Motel in Barrie, Ontario Canada. Staff became alarmed after noticing that water was pouring out from under the door of room 129. When one of the employees of the Travelodge knocked on the door, he was shocked to be greeted by a man named Mark Dobson who was completely naked and covered in blood. How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Special Thanks To The Guests On This Episode: NATALIE M. HARRIS http://wingsofchange.wixsite.com/wingsofchange https://paramedicnatsmentalhealthjourney.com/me/ Rick Vanderlinde https://www.simcoe.com/opinion-story/8075737-journalism-the-pursuit-of-a-lifetime-for-barrie-advance-reporter/ Magister Bill http://devilsmischief.com/ https://www.churchofsatan.com/ Writing Mari Coleman Head Of Research and Development: Kait Morris Featured Podcasts: Murderous Minors https://www.spreaker.com/user/killerkidspod The Hunted Ride https://thehauntedride.com/

Feb 18, 201947 min

Episode 42 – Dr. Autumn Klein

On the evening of April 17th, 2013, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a man by the name of Dr. Robert Ferrante, dialed 911 after his wife Dr. Autumn Klein suddenly collapsed on their kitchen floor. She appeared to be having a stroke. As paramedics arrived, Autumn was gasping for air and unable to speak.How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterGet Free - EmorieInto The Light - EmorieAll music is used under an Attribution License - https://creativecommons.org/licenses/The Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research And Writing:Stephanie MooreHead Of Research and Development:Kait MorrisFeatured Podcasts:Beyond Your Nightmares https://www.beyondyournightmares.com/Fairy Tales For Unwanted Children https://www.periodically.ca/Sources:Death by Cyanide, The Murder of Autumn Klein, by Paula Reed Wardhttps://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_11?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=death+by+cyanide+the+murder+of+dr.+autumn+klein&sprefix=death+by+cy%2Caps%2C186&crid=1ZQQ6SJ52PWVZhttps://www.bostonglobe.com/arts/books/2016/10/26/piecing-together-real-life-death-promising-doctor/sCiBwoTJzuT3sPEFNle9vM/story.htmlhttps://undark.org/article/excerpt-death-by-cyanide/https://www.post-gazette.com/ae/books/2016/10/02/Death-by-Cyanide-The-Murder-of-Dr-Autumn-Klein-A-gripping-account-of-an-infamous-Pittsburgh-crime/stories/201610020034https://www.post-gazette.com/ae/tv-radio/2018/07/26/Ferrante-Autum-Klein-cyanide-Pittsburgh-HLN-Somethings-Killing-Me/stories/201807250114https://newsinteractive.post-gazette.com/longform/stories/ferrante/5/https://newsinteractive.post-gazette.com/longform/stories/ferrante/5/https://www.post-gazette.com/local/city/2017/10/25/Robert-Ferrante-Autumn-Klein-cyanide-poisoning-homicide-appeal-conviction-superior-court-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh/stories/201710250124https://www.post-gazette.com/news/crime-courts/2018/08/01/Robert-Ferrante-appeal-cyanide-Autumn-Klein-homicide-pittsburgh-UPMC-pennsylvania-supreme-court/stories/201808010138https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtywB-Ii3Johttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ydojXNVeadEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcF_1x2F2LUhttps://ww.youtube.com/watch?v=NLmQbw2lqhU

Feb 3, 20191h 4m

Episode 41 – Jerry Michael Williams

On December 16th, 2000 in Tallahassee Florida, a woman by the name of Denise Williams made a call to the Jackson County police to report that her husband Michael Williams was missing. Earlier that morning, Mike had headed out to go duck hunting at a nearby lake.How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterAll music is used under an Attribution License - https://creativecommons.org/licenses/The Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research & Writing - Stephanie MooreTo hear more on this case:Court Junkie has covered this case with a very in-depth look into the court proceedings. We are huge fans of this show and please give it a listen.Featured Podcasts:Curious Kid Podcast http://curiouskidpodcast.buzzsprout.comSimply Strange https://simplystrangepodcast.com/Nordic True Crime https://nordictruecrime.podbean.com/Sources:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkyXD5sUAIQhttps://www.tallahassee.com/videos/news/2018/06/01/watch-denise-williams-interviewed-law-enforcement/35574715/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3siKBLSrm0Ihttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CvxJpTjR5BIhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlP2wKdUeAwhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EeCK_slTy7whttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESPJLCLEGVghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O26viRhQLtohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4gcJ8YpTbAhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_giR3lzPT0

Jan 20, 20191h 9m

Episode 40 – Tara Grant – Part 2

PART # 2 of 2 - Previously in Part 1 of the Tara Grant episode. You heard how Stephen and Tara Grant met and fell in love and were living what appeared to be the all-American dream. That is until Tara mysteriously vanished, and her husband took to the media, pleading for his wife's safe return.How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterAll music is used under an Attribution License - https://creativecommons.org/licenses/Music provided by George Cattapan - http://www.cattapanproductions.com/The Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research - Kait MorrisWriting - Mari ColemanSpecial Thank You:Steve Millerhttps://www.amazon.com/Steve-Miller/e/B004JZE8LYhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Miller_(author)George Hunterhttps://www.amazon.com/George-Hunter/e/B003VGN8PY/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1544109964&sr=8-1https://www.detroitnews.com/staff/27517/george-hunter/Tim Pilleri host of Crawlspace and Missing Muara Murrayhttp://www.crawlspacepodcast.com/http://www.mauramurraydoc.com/podcast/Featured Podcasts:Crimesphere - https://shows.pippa.io/crimesphereThe Hidden Staircase - https://catalogueofterrors.com/

Dec 11, 201852 min

Episode 39 – Tara Grant – Part 1

PART # 1 of 2 - On February 9th, 2007, Tara Grant was traveling home from a business trip in Puerto Rico. Tara had worked her way up the corporate ladder to an executive position with her company. The position had her traveling away from her family every week to an office in San Juan but then flying back to her home in Detroit, Michigan on weekends. From the outside looking in, the family of 4 had everything and were living a happy and successful life together.How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterMusic Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterAll music is used under an Attribution License - https://creativecommons.org/licenses/Music provided by George Cattapan - http://www.cattapanproductions.com/The Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/Research - Kait MorrisWriting - Mari ColemanSpecial Thank You:Steve Millerhttps://www.amazon.com/Steve-Miller/e/B004JZE8LYhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Miller_(author)George Hunterhttps://www.amazon.com/George-Hunter/e/B003VGN8PY/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1544109964&sr=8-1https://www.detroitnews.com/staff/27517/george-hunter/Featured Podcasts:Australian True Crime - https://australiantruecrimepodcast.com/The Murder In My Family - http://themurderinmyfamily.com/episodes/

Dec 10, 201855 min

Episode 38 – Marty Duram

Connie and Keith Ream were used to seeing their neighbors Marty and Glenna Duram puttering around their country home on a regular basis. Living in a rural area of Michigan, the Ream’s and Duram’s had gotten to know each other over the years and communicated daily. That’s why when Connie and Keith hadn’t seen or heard from their friends in several days, they became concerned. How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster Lead You Home - Emorie All music is used under an Attribution License - https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Music provided by George Cattapan - http://www.cattapanproductions.com/ The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Research - Kait Morris Writing - Megan Halbach Special Thank You: Jesse James – The Bird Whisperer www.birdwhisperer.com Justin Rimmel – Host of Mysterious Circumstances http://mysteriouscircumstances.podbean.com/ Please check out this episodes sponsors and help support our podcast: Featured Podcasts: Criminology - https://criminology.libsyn.com/ Swindled - http://swindledpodcast.com/

Nov 26, 20181h 26m

Episode 37 – The Yosemite Murders And FBI Agent Jeffrey Rinek – Part 2

PART 2 OF 2 - Previously in Part 1 of the Yosemite Murders and the FBI agent who helped solved them. In 1999, a total of 4 women had mysteriously vanished near Yosemite National Park in California. Their bodies were eventually discovered...and they had been brutally murdered. After a massive investigation, the FBI felt confident they had the perpetrators behind bars. However Special FBI agent Jeffrey Rinek felt differently. How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits Kai Engel - Mist and Clouds Kai Engel - The Blossom PON III Kai Engel - I Am Climbing on Air Kai Engel - Behind Your Window The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster All music is used under an Attribution License - https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Music provided by George Cattapan - http://www.cattapanproductions.com/ The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Research & Writing Assistance - Stephen Armstrong Special Thank You: Justin Evans: Host of The Peripheral & The Generation Why https://www.facebook.com/Theperipheralpodcast/ https://art19.com/shows/generation-why-podcast Jeffrey Rinek - Former FBI Agent https://www.benbellabooks.com/shop/in-the-name-of-the-children/ https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/26/books/review/true-crime-books-marilyn-stasio.html Featured Podcasts: Murderish - https://www.spreaker.com/show/murderish_2 Pretend Radio - https://pretendradio.org/

Nov 13, 201842 min