Crimes and Consequences

Step inside the chilling world of Dr. H. H. Holmes, the suave con man, medical fraudster, and architect of America’s most infamous “Murder Castle.” In this Early Release episode, we peel back the polished veneer Holmes wore so well to expose the predator beneath. Aman who turned charm into a weapon, bodies into profit, and opportunity into terror.From his eerie medical-school schemes and corpse-insurance scams… to the labyrinthine Englewood building designed to confuse, isolate, and kill… to the devastating murder of Benjamin Pitezel and the cross-country hunt for his missing children… this episode follows the full arc of a man who reinvented himself with every handshake and erased those who trusted him.Thank you to Patreon member Tiffany M. for the suggestion!!

Transcribed - Published: 5 December 2025

On a warm summer morning in Calgary, a family home sat strangely still—a sense of unease settling over the quiet suburban street. Five-year-old Nathan O’Brien had spent the night at his grandparents’ house, a place that had always been a sanctuary of comfort and routine. But when his mother arrived the next day, nothing was as it should have been. What began as a welfare check quickly spiraled into one of the most haunting mysteries the city had ever faced. In this episode, we unravel the timeline, the community’s desperate search, and the unsettling trail of clues that left investigators scrambling for answers. This is the story of a night that changed everything. SOURCES: 1) Calgary triple-murder trial hears DNA from three victims found at suspect’s farm 2) Appeal Court upholds sentence for man convicted of killing Calgary couple, grandson 3) Wikipedia Page for Murders of Nathan O'Brien, Kathryn Liknes and Alvin Liknes 4) Timeline of events in the case of the missing 5-year-old and his grandparents 5) Douglas Garland triple-murder trial: medical examiner says victims ‘may still have been alive’ 6) The Nathan O'Brien Foundation 7) Family of Nathan O’Brien launches children’s foundation with $1 million donation 8) Douglas Garland killed Calgary couple and grandson over 'petty grudge,' court hears 9) ‘He neither forgave nor forgot’: Crown says Garland planned triple murder 10) How the Man Who Committed One of Canada’s Most Gruesome Murders Was Caught

Transcribed - Published: 20 November 2025

Before O.J., before Menendez, before every “trial of the century” that would follow—there was Harry K. Thaw. The millionaire playboy who gunned down famed architect Stanford White in front of hundreds of witnesses at Madison Square Garden. His crime? Passion. Jealousy. Madness. Or maybe all three. In this Crimes & Consequences episode, we take you inside the scandal that rocked the Gilded Age: a love triangle dripping in sex, secrets, and society’s hypocrisy. From Thaw’s obsession with showgirl Evelyn Nesbit to the shocking courtroom circus that defined American media’s hunger for spectacle—this is where tabloid true crime was born.

Transcribed - Published: 7 November 2025

It started as just another night in Manhattan — a birthday party, a few drinks, the blur of city lights against the windows of a luxury high-rise on East 59th Street. The kind of place where people go to forget their real lives for a few hours… or to pretend they’re someone else entirely.But by the next morning, one of those party guests would be missing. His friends would start to worry. His phone would go silent. And the story that would unfold — piece by piece, across New York’s most exclusive neighborhoods and into the city’s darkest corners — would leave detectives and the public asking the same chilling question: How does a night of celebration end in horror? SOURCES: 1) Rosanna Scotto’s son says ‘jeweler to the stars’ suspect confessed to murder 2) Judge issues protective order in Stamford man’s murder case 3) Murder at Sutton Place 4) ‘Unbelievable Violence': Third Suspect in Brutal Murder of 26-Year-Old Hofstra Graduate Pleads Guilty 5) Westhill High School (Connecticut) 6) Joseph Comunale Obituary 7) Friends of Connecticut man missing in NYC use social media to track his final steps 8) Medical examiner: Stab wounds caused death of Stamford man

Transcribed - Published: 29 October 2025

In 2014, two 12-year-old girls lured their best friend into the woods during a sleepover… and stabbed her 19 times to prove their loyalty to Slender Man—a fictional internet character created on Creepypasta.This horrifying true crime case shocked the world. How did 6th graders become attempted murderers? Why did they believe Slender Man was REAL? And how did the victim survive one of the most brutal child-on-child attacks in history? This isn’t just a story about a fictional monster. It’s about friendship, manipulation, mental illness, and the dark side of internet culture.

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2025

Today, we travel to the Czech Republic, to a quiet town that once seemed ordinary. Behind closed doors, however, a nightmare was unfolding—one so disturbing it shocked not only the local community but the entire world. It began with the discovery of a hidden camera feed, a glimpse into a household where innocence was shattered and cruelty thrived. The story that emerged would reveal a twisted network of abuse, secrecy, and manipulation, leaving investigators horrified by the lengths some will go to in the name of power and control. This is the Kurim Case. SOURCES: 1) Woman Arrested in Norway for Impersonating Teen 2) DNA tests prove 32-year-old woman posed as teenager in child abuse case 3) Morbidology Podcast: The Mauerova Family 4) Grail Movement 5) Child abuse case exposes Czech sect 6) The Disturbing Tale of The Mauerova Cult Family 7) Child abuse case continues in Brno 8) Court hands jail sentences in bizarre child abuse case 9) Woman who posed as girl set free but rearrested outside court 10) Mother, aunt, mysterious woman-girl-boy sentenced in Brno child abuse case 11) Six jailed for caging and abusing two young brothers 13) Casefiles Podcast: Case 223 "The Kurim Case"

Transcribed - Published: 14 October 2025

In April 2011, 20-year-old nursing student Holly Bobo vanished from the quiet town of Parsons, Tennessee, after being seen walking into the woods near her home. What followed was one of the most massive and heartbreaking manhunts in Tennessee history. For years, investigators struggled to piece together what had happened, while Holly’s family and community endured unimaginable anguish.In this episode, we unravel the disturbing details of Holly’s disappearance, the shocking revelations that surfaced, and the tangled web of suspects that ultimately led to justice. From the morning she went missing to the years-long investigation and the dramatic courtroom battles, this case is as haunting as it is unforgettable.Join us as we dig deep into the story of Holly Bobo—a case that shocked a small town and left scars that will never fade.

Transcribed - Published: 30 September 2025

They called it Fox Hollow Farm, a quiet estate tucked away in the Indiana woods. By day, its owner, Herb Baumeister, was a family man, a businessman, someone who seemed perfectly ordinary. But at night, shadows lengthened, and secrets began to stir. Men vanished, whispers grew louder, and a chilling pattern emerged—one that would forever stain the ground where the farmhouse stood. What lay hidden beneath the surface was far darker than anyone could have imagined. As investigators began to connect the dots, they uncovered a chilling story that would leave a community shaken and questioning how well we ever truly know the people living next door. SOURCES:  1) UPI Focus: Sheriffs link 9 deaths to Indiana man 2) Cold cases: Lyons homicide not only unsolved investigation 3) Bone found during Sunday search of Herbert Baumeister property 4) Remains found on serial killer's Indiana estate identified as man missing since 1993 5) While Julie Was Away 6) The Hunter of Fox Hollow: Part One 7) 'Several Tragedies' Still Left in Fox Hollow Farm Serial Killer Case, Coroner Says 8) 10th victim identified in Fox Hollow Farm serial killer case in Indiana 9) Encyclopedia of Indianapolis: Herbert R. Baumeister 10) Fox Hollow Farm in Westfield was home to Herb Baumeister, suspected serial killer 11) Where is Herb Baumeister’s wife Julie Baumeister and their children now? 12) Julie Baumeister: Where is Herbert Baumeister’s Ex-Wife Now? 13) Herb Baumeister’s killing field and the new effort to identify his victims: Forgotten at Fox Hollow 14) Herb Baumeister “The I-70 Strangler” 15) The True Story Of The Fox Hollow Murders 16) After 29 years, another victim of suspected serial killer Herb Baumeister identified after burned remains found at farm 17) Who Was Herb Baumeister? Revisiting the Serial Killer's Crimes and Horrifying Post-Murder Rituals 29 Years After His Death 18) A new push may finally identify all the victims of Indiana serial killer Herbert Baumeister 19) This private investigator cracked the case of notorious serial killer Herbert Baumeister 20) Wikipedia: Herb Baumeister 21) Was Herb Baumeister The ‘I-70 Strangler’? Inside The Case Against The Indiana Father Of Three 22) 'I-70 Strangler' remains mysterious Midwest boogeyman, but private investigator has theory

Transcribed - Published: 15 September 2025

He looked like the friendly neighbor everyone trusted. A soft-spoken civil servant with a kind smile, Dennis Nilsen appeared anything but dangerous. But behind the closed doors of his North London flat, he harbored some of the darkest secrets in British criminal history. Between 1978 and 1983, Nilsen lured young men into his home, where he murdered them—and kept their bodies hidden for weeks, even months, before disposing of them in ways that shocked the nation.

Transcribed - Published: 13 September 2025

Tucked away in the quiet community of Clermont, Florida, lived a man whose easygoing nature and love for the outdoors made him a friend to many. Michael Shaver was a hardworking father who seemed to juggle his responsibilities with an easy smile, always willing to lend a hand or share a laugh. But in early 2015, Michael’s presence began to fade. Calls went unanswered, visits stopped, and gradually, he seemed to slip out of the daily rhythm of life. Yet the silence surrounding his absence raised far more questions than answers. Tonight, we dive into the story of Michael Shaver—his life, the relationships that defined him, and the unsettling mystery that followed when he vanished. SOURCES:  1) Michael Shaver: How Did He Die? Who Killed Him? 2) Laurie Shaver who tried to frame seven-year-old daughter for husband's murder barely reacts as she is sentenced 3) Woman convicted of killing husband and burying his body under concrete slab in the backyard 4) Laurie Shaver: Where is the Killer Wife Now? 5) FL v. Laurie Shaver: Buried in the Backyard Murder Trial 6) Brian Shaver and Stacie Turner: Where Are Michael Shaver’s Siblings Now? 7) 20/20 Episode: "The Lies Beneath"

Transcribed - Published: 12 September 2025

For seven years, Malcolm Naden was Australia’s most wanted fugitive—a master of the bush who vanished into the wilderness after being accused of murder. As police closed in, Naden’s legend grew: a skilled survivalist who could disappear without a trace, living off the land while evading one of the largest manhunts in the nation’s history. In this episode,we track the incredible—and terrifying—pursuit of Malcolm Naden. From the brutal crimes that sent him on the run to the near-misses, shootouts, and the final dramatic capture, this is the story of a predator who thought he could outlast justice.

Transcribed - Published: 20 August 2025

She was vibrant, creative, and full of life—a young woman with a contagious smile and a heart that drew people in. But in the summer of 2017, Shannon Graves vanished from Youngstown, Ohio, without a trace. What began as a missing person case quickly spiraled into something far darker, revealing a chilling story of betrayal, manipulation, and murder. In this episode, we peel back the layers of a case that shocked a community and exposed a deeply disturbing secret hidden in plain sight. This is the story of Shannon Graves. SOURCES:  1) Crime and Justice With Ashleigh Banfield 2) Tragedy of Youngstown murder haunts family as police continue to work the case 3) The Misery Machine Podcast 4) ‘It Was Like A Nightmare’: Ohio Couple Found Woman’s Dismembered Body In Friend’s Deep Freezer 5) Beautiful 28-yo Shannon Graves’ body parts sealed in plastic bags, stored in freezer while look-a-like allegedly steals identity 6) A Body in the Basement 7) Man convicted of murdering Youngstown woman found in freezer 8) Ohio v. Autoro Novoa 9) Final Conspirator Sentenced to Prison in Youngstown Dismemberment Case 10) Mahoning County Man Pleads Guilty to Murder and Abuse of Corpse 11) Woman sentenced to 18 years in coverup and dismemberment case 12) Killer to get new sentence 13) Buried in the House: Don’t Open the Freezer, Oxygen.

Transcribed - Published: 22 July 2025

Blaze Bernstein was a bright, charismatic college student with a passion for writing, a sharp wit, and a future full of promise. But in January 2018, what began as a visit home to Southern California ended in tragedy when Blaze disappeared after meeting up with a former high school classmate. Days later, his body was discovered in a shallow grave—and the investigation quickly took a dark and disturbing turn.In this episode we explore the heartbreaking murder of Blaze Bernstein, the twisted motives behind the crime, and the questions about hate, identity, and justice that still echo today. Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of violent hate crimes and murder. Listener discretion is advised.

Transcribed - Published: 16 July 2025

On a quiet hill in Spring Green, Wisconsin, the legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright built his dream home — a sanctuary of design and serenity he called Taliesin. But on a warm August day in 1914, that dream turned to ash and blood. This is not just a story of architectural genius or personal tragedy. It’s a chilling tale of obsession, rage, and a massacre that shattered the peaceful facade of one of America’s most iconic homes. A servant with a hidden grudge… a fire with deadly intent… and seven people left brutally murdered, including the woman Wright loved most. SOURCES: 1) "Death in a Prairie House: Frank Lloyd Wright and the Taliesin Murders" by William R. Drennan

Transcribed - Published: 27 June 2025

Tiffany Whitton walked into a Walmart in Marietta, Georgia, one September night in 2013—and vanished without a trace. No calls. No sightings. Just silence. What began as a minor shoplifting incident quickly spiraled into a haunting mystery that left investigators, her family, and the public desperate for answers. In this episode, we unravel the chilling disappearance of Tiffany Whitton—a young mother with a troubled past and a future cut short. Was she running from something… or someone? And how did a case with so many eyes on it slip into obscurity?Follow the strange trail of inconsistencies, false leads, and the unsettling behavior of those closest to her in a case that still raises more questions than answers.

Transcribed - Published: 25 June 2025

When former state trooper Ronda Reynolds was found dead in her home in 1998, authorities quickly ruled it a suicide. But something about the scene didn’t sit right—not with the crime scene investigators, not with her mother, and not with the growing list of people who believed Ronda had been silenced.  In this episode, we unravel the tangled case of Ronda Reynolds—a woman caught between a troubled marriage, a new beginning, and a chilling end. Was it suicide, as initially claimed? Or was it a carefully staged murder with a cover-up that reached far too close to home?Join us as we examine the twists, the inconsistencies, and the relentless pursuit of justice by one determined mother who refused to let her daughter’s story be buried.

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2025

In EP267, we examine the deeply unsettling case of Cary Stayner, the Yosemite Killer. On the surface, Cary seemed quiet--reserved, even overlooked. But behind that silence was a storm of inner torment, obsession, and darkness. What makes his story even more chilling is the irony: Cary Stayner, was the brother of Steven Stayner (who we discussed in EP266), a national hero who survived a childhood abduction. While the world watched one brother's trauma unfold in the headlines, the other battled invisible demons--ones that would eventually erupt in brutal violence. This is not just the story of a killer- it's the story of unresolved trauma, twisted fantasies, and the shadow legacy of a family marked by tragedy. SOURCES:  1) Sund details frantic hunt for wife, daughter: Father-husband testifies during Stayner’s preliminary hearing into slayings of 3 Yosemite visitors 2) CBS News: The Yosemite Murders -- in photos 3)Crime Library: Cary Stayner and the Yosemite Murders 4) CBS Sacramento: 25 years later: FBI agent shares how he got Cary Stayner to confess to Yosemite killings 5) SF Gate: Overshadowed All His Life / Low-key Cary Stayner took back seat to kidnapped brother 6) 20/20 Episode: Evil in Eden

Transcribed - Published: 2 May 2025

"I know my first name is Steven." These words were uttered by Steven Stayner, who was kidnapped in 1972 at the age of six by a pedophile. Eight years later, and still in the clutches of his captor, once 5-year-old Timmy White was kidnapped, Steven knew he couldn't let what happened over the prior eight years happen to Timmy. The boys escaped their captor and made their way to a police station, where Steven, who had been brainwashed and groomed by his captor, uttered those words to law enforcement. SOURCES: 1) Heroism and Horror: One Brother Was Kidnapped, The Other Became A Serial Killer 2) Two kidnapped boys, a hero’s return, then a tragic twist: The unbelievable story of Steven Stayner 3) Steven and Cary Stayner: The tale of two brothers' horror and heroism 4) Steven Stayner's Kidnapping, Cary Stayner's Horrific Crimes and One Family's Unbelievable Story 5) 'Captive Audience': Who Was Steven Stayner and What Happened To Him? 6) Who Was Steven? : The Little Boy Who Had Been Kidnaped Never Found Himself 7) He Was Abducted As A Child. Then His Brother Became A Serial Killer. 8) Kidnapper Returns To Jail 9) Molester Gets Life Term for Attempt to Buy a Boy 10) A Child Abductee's journey back 11) Steven Stayner Wikipedia Page 12) The Little Boy Who Never Came Home 13) Second Man Held in '72 Abduction of California Boy; Statute of Limitations 14) Propensity Podcast: Episode 1: In the Shadow of Yosemite - Part 1: Steven Stayner 15) Kenneth Parnell Wikipedia Page

Transcribed - Published: 26 April 2025

The manhunt was massive. The victims were piling up. And yet, for years, Andrei Chikatilo continued to slip through the cracks of the Soviet justice system. In Part 2 of this Early Release series, we follow the chilling escalation of The Red Ripper’s crimes—his increasingly brazen attacks, the wrongful arrests, and the sheer horror of a killer who seemed unstoppable.But justice would eventually catch up. We dive into the groundbreaking forensic work, the psychological profile that finally cracked the case, and Chikatilo’s jaw-dropping confession that stunned the world.🎧  Finish the story before it’s released to the public.Content Warning: This episode contains graphic discussions of sexual violence, murder, and crimes against children. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2025

He seemed a mild-mannered teacher, a family man... and he was one of the most prolific serial killers in history. Dubbed The Red Ripper, Andrei Chikatilo terrorized the Soviet Union for over a decade, preying on society’s most vulnerable while hiding in plain sight. In a system riddled with secrecy and denial, his crimes went unchecked—leaving a trail of horror that spanned over 50 victims.

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2025

In 1931, William and Julia Wallace had what seemed to be the perfect life. The couple had been married for over 16 years and resided in Liverpool. This perfect life, however, came to a screeching halt when Julia Wallace had her skull smashed in with a blunt object on the night of January 20, 1931, in the Wallace family home. This heinous crime led investigators in England on quite the journey, ending with the most usual suspect in these types of crime: the husband. But did William really kill his wife that night? Or is our killer more clever and sneaky than anticipated? SOURCES:  1) The Julia Wallace Murder Foundation 2) William Herbert Wallace -- Wikipedia

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2025

Grant Amato was drowning in a world of fantasy—obsessed with a Bulgarian cam girl and willing to do anything to keep the illusion alive. When his family tried to intervene, they had no idea the depths of his desperation. In January 2019, their once-loving son and brother repaid their concern with cold-blooded murder.In this Early Release episode, available exclusively to our Apple and Patreon subscribers, we uncover the shocking case of Grant Amato—the web of lies, the staggering financial ruin, and the brutal execution of his family, all in pursuit of a woman who barely knew he existed. Content Warning: This episode discusses familicide, financial exploitation, and online obsession. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

Transcribed - Published: 21 March 2025

If you grew up in the 1980s and 1990s, the idea of supermodels strutting on the runway in sleek, sophisticated, and sometimes whimsical outfits is woven into the fabric of international culture. However, it wasn’t always that way. High-profile design icon Giovanni (Gianni) Versace gets much credit for that runway revolution. Sadly, his legacy and last moments are inextricably intertwined. However, Gianni Versace was not Andrew Cunanan's only victim; he was his most famous one. SOURCES: 1)  https://www.biography.com/history-culture/gianni-versace      2)  https://www.britannica.com/biography/Gianni-Versace     3). https://people.com/crime/gianni-versace-partner-speaks-out-people-magazine-investigates-crimes-of-fashion/#:~:text=The%20depression%20Antonio%20D'Amico,Florida%2C%20villa%20after%20hearing%20gunshots.    4)  http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0%2C9171%2C138062%2C00.html   5)  http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,138062,00.html#ixzz11H6hE2vi   6)  https://wunderlabel.com/lab/fashion-designer/gianni-versace-biography/#:~:text=1968,business%20as%20a%20fabric%20buyer   7)  https://variety.com/2018/scene/news/the-assassination-of-gianni-versace-darren-criss-andrew-cunanan-1202907696/   8). https://criminalminds.fandom.com/wiki/Andrew_Cunanan   9). https://www.cbsnews.com/news/gianni-versace-murder-did-iconic-designer-icon-know-killer-andrew-cunanan/       10)  https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/murder-of-chicago-real-estate-mogul-lee-miglin-horrors-andrew-cunanan-murder-spree-gianni-versace/   11) https://www.businessinsider.com/gianni-versace-donatella-versace-family-life-story-2019-4#gianni-also-had-a-nephew-from-donatella-daniel-beck-gianni-left-daniel-his-art-collection-which-includes-two-pieces-by-picasso-18  

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2025

In 1997, Christina Marie Riggs, a single mother from Arkansas, made a decision that would shock the nation. Struggling with depression and financial hardship, she convinced herself that there was only one way out—for her and her children. What followed was an unspeakable tragedy that left her two innocent children dead and a community searching for answers.In this Early Release episode, available exclusively to our Apple and Patreon subscribers, we take a deep dive into the heartbreaking case of Christina Riggs—what led her to commit the unthinkable, her shocking confession, and the legal battle that ended with her becoming the first woman executed in Arkansas in over 150 years.🎧 Listen now before the episode is released to the public.Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of filicide, mental illness, and execution. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2025

Ricky “Coolie” Gray, his nephew, Ray “Lucky” Dandridge, and Ashley Baskerville (Ricky’s girlfriend) were cruising the streets of Richmond in Ricky’s van during the mid-morning of January 1, 2006 "looking for a house to rob" when they ended up in the middle-class neighborhood of Woodland Heights. By the time they were caught, 7 people were dead, and one was beaten so badly, he'd never use his right arm again. SOURCES: 1) Court Records 2) House of Freaks Singer Murdered 3) Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Stepfather didn't trust Gray 4) Fox News: Jury Weighing Execution for Killer of Richmond Family Hears Testimony of Violence 5) CBS6: Friday Morning Blog - Arlington Attack Testimony 6) Death Penalty Information Center: Independent Pathologist Says Autopsy Reveals Problems With Virginia’s Execution of Ricky Gray 7) Richmond.com: Dandridge Gets Three Life Sentences 8) CourtTV Crime Library: Tucker/Baskerville Family Murders--"She Never Really Had a Life..." 9) inRich.com: Dandridge pleads guilty; sentenced to life without parole 10) Fredericksburg.com: Culpeper indicts Gray Man convicted of Richmond murders charged in slaying of Sheryl Ann Embrey. 11) StarExponent.com: Not guilty plea from convicted killer Gray 12) TimesDispatch.com: Execution date set for Harvey family killer but appeal likely 13) CBS6: Supreme Court will not hear appeal of Harvey family killer Ricky Gray 13: CBS6: Richmond killer should not endure ‘chemical torture’ lawyers argue 14: CNN: Virginia executes convicted family killer Ricky Gray

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2025

A small Pennsylvania town was forever changed on Halloween night in 1992 when 11-year-old Shauna Howe vanished while walking home from a Girl Scout event. Days later, her body was found beneath a railroad bridge, sending shockwaves through the tight-knit community of Oil City. The investigation spanned more than a decade, filled with dead ends, false leads, and unanswered questions—until the truth finally came to light.In this early release episode, available exclusively to our Apple and Patreon subscribers, we unravel the haunting details of Shauna Howe's murder, the community’s decades-long search for justice, and the dark secrets that were hiding in plain sight.🎧 Listen now—before the episode drops for the public.Content Warning: This episode discusses child abduction, violence, and murder. Listener discretion is advised.

Transcribed - Published: 19 February 2025

On the morning of May 1, 1990, at around 10:10 PM, Pamela Smart was pulling onto her street to the condo she shared with her husband, Gregg. When she noticed the porch light wasn't on, she sensed something was amiss. After parking her car in the garage, Pamela walked inside and turned on the foyer light. What she saw next shocked her to the core. She saw her twenty-four-year-old husband's body, lying in a pool of his own blood. SOURCES:  1) Inside The Brutal Murder Of Greggory Smart At The Hands Of His Wife’s Underage Lover 2) Sex, Lies & Murder: The Pamela Smart Case 3) How Pamela Smart Conspired With Her Teen Lover To Kill Her Husband 4) Billy Flynn Today: Where Is Pamela Smart’s Teen Lover Now? 5) New Hampshire Journal; A Small-Town Drama Of Life, Love and Death

Transcribed - Published: 14 February 2025

Before he was unmasked as a serial killer, Todd Kohlhepp was a seemingly successful real estate agent with a terrifying secret. We dive into the chilling case of the South Carolina murderer who kept his victims hidden on a secluded property while living a double life in plain sight. From his disturbing past to the shocking moment of his capture, this episode uncovers the twisted mind of a killer who eluded justice for years.Join us as we break down the details, the psychology, and the eerie final confessions of Todd Kohlhepp. But be warned—this story is as unsettling as it gets.

Transcribed - Published: 12 February 2025

Nubia Barahona was a ten-year-old little girl with blonde hair and hazel eyes who was brutally murdered before she reached her eleventh birthday. Her time on this planet was filled with horrors and abuse so terrible that many people could not even imagine it. Everyone that was put in place to help her ended up letting her down at every turn. Some people did the right thing, but it was just never enough. SOURCES: 1) The Misery Machine Podcast--The Case of Nubia Barahona 2) Associated Press: Police: Inmates attack man accused in girl’s torture death 3) The Murder of Nubia Barahona Wikipedia Page 4) NBC Miami: Jorge Barahona, charged in 2011 twin murder-abuse case, incompetent to stand trial 5) Find a Grave: Nubia Docter Barahona

Transcribed - Published: 29 January 2025

On the morning of April 29, 1992, Sidney Reso did what he did almost every morning: he took the long drive down to the end of his driveway to pick up the daily newspaper. However, this morning was different: the husband and father of five never made it to work that morning. Sidney was shot in the arm, bound and gagged, and thrown into the back of a waiting van at his home in Morris Township, New Jersey. Sidney’s kidnappers quickly contacted not only Exxon but Sidney’s wife, Pat. They asked for a notorious amount of money in exchange for the safe return of Sidney: $18.5 million in $100 bills. With a series of complex ransom notes, detectives worked against the clock in an attempt to rescue Sidney. SOURCES: 1) YouTube--"Kidnapped: The Story of Sidney Reso" 2) The Seattle Times: Mystery: Powerful, Private Man Vanishes -- No Clues In Disappearance Of Key Exxon Executive 3) Obituary for Gregory Steve Reso 4) Find a Grave: Sidney Reso 5) The New York Times: Portrait of 2 Accused of Kidnapping: Ardent, Hapless Pursuit of Affluence 6) United States of America v. Arthur Seale 7) The New York Times: Kidnapped Executive Dies After 4 Days in a Locked Wooden Box 8) TIME Magazine: Four Days in Hell 9) NJ.com: Killer involved in 1992 kidnapping and murder of Exxon executive denied compassionate release

Transcribed - Published: 20 January 2025

Beneath the surface of a seemingly tight-knit friend group lurked jealousy, deception, and a chilling plot that ended in tragedy. In this episode, we unravel the haunting story of Rachel Burkheimer, a spirited young woman whose life was cut short by those she trusted most. From the petty grudges that festered into violence to the web of lies that unraveled under investigation, this case reveals how quickly friendship can turn deadly.Join us as we dive into the events leading to Rachel’s murder, the twisted motivations behind it, and the aftermath that left a community in shock. Betrayal runs deep, and in this story, it’s fatal.Listener discretion is advised.

Transcribed - Published: 16 January 2025

On July 18, 2014, around 11 am, Dan Markel was driving home, after dropping his two children off at preschool, and visiting the gym for a morning workout. Dan, a law professor at Florida State University, was in the middle of a bitter divorce and custody battle with his wife, Wendy Adelson (who ALSO was a law professor at FSU). Distracted because he was on a phone call while driving home, Dan didn't notice the silver-green Prius following him home. After pulling into his driveway, his neighbor heard a gunshot. Listen to this week's episode to hear what happened to Dan Markel and who was behind it (and it may not be who you think!) SOURCES: 1) The 911 Call 2) Wendi Adelson’s First Reaction to Dan Markel Murder: Police Interview 3) The interrogations of Sherlock-Holmes-Like Professor Jeffrey Lacasse 4) Memorial Held for Slain FSU Law Professor Dan Markel 5) How Police Tracked Down and Caught 2 Suspected Hit Men in FSU Professor Murder Case 6) Documents detail potential links to Markel's in-laws 7) FSU professor Dan Markel's killing: Everything to know about the murder-for-hire case 8) More Disturbing Details About The Dan Markel Murder Case 9) New Suspect Arrested in 2014 Murder of Florida Professor Dan Markel 10) Who was Dan Markel? The Murder Victim at the Center of "Over My Dead Body" 11) FSU "About" page for Professor Jeffrey Lacasse 12) Mother accused of murder plot with son puts on shrieking show in court: ‘Oh my god’ 13) See a timeline of key dates in the Dan Markel murder case 14) Hidden: A True Crime Podcast--"The Adelson Family & Murder of Dan Markel: FULL STORY & CASE UPDATE"

Transcribed - Published: 9 January 2025

Step into the dark and tangled web of Betty Lou Beets, The Black Widow. In this exclusive Early Release episode, we unravel the chilling story of a woman whose life was marked by love, betrayal, and murder. With five husbands and two mysterious deaths, Betty Lou’s tale blurs the line between victim and villain. Was she a misunderstood woman fighting for survival—or a calculating predator with a deadly agenda? Join us as we uncover the shocking details, explore the motives, and question the legacy of this infamous femme fatale.

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2024

Step into the dark and tangled web of Betty Lou Beets, The Black Widow. In this exclusive Early Release episode, we unravel the chilling story of a woman whose life was marked by love, betrayal, and murder. With five husbands and two mysterious deaths, Betty Lou’s tale blurs the line between victim and villain. Was she a misunderstood woman fighting for survival—or a calculating predator with a deadly agenda? Join us as we uncover the shocking details, explore the motives, and question the legacy of this infamous femme fatale.

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2024

On June 10th, 1983, the decomposing body of a well-dressed man was found in a desolate canyon near Los Angeles. John Doe #94 would soon be identified as missing variety show producer Roy Radin. He'd last been seen after meeting with a mysterious woman in a gold dress. Her name was Lanie Jacobs.   Jacobs and Radin were obsessed with becoming Hollywood movie producers. And when their paths collided, it led them to a tantalizing film deal promising fame and fortune. But then, a twisted script unfolded, plunging them into a million-dollar cocaine and cash heist, a tangled web of lies, and ultimately – murder.   The trail led investigators right to Hollywood's doorstep, linking former golden boy producer Robert Evans to the case and dredging up Radin's own troubled past.   But the case turned ice cold. It would take more than five years of dogged pursuit by the L.A. Sheriff’s Department detectives, a secret undercover witness, and another murder almost 3,000 miles from Hollywood – to unlock the truth.   This is the story of a doomed Hollywood partnership, a grisly murder and the search that stretched across the country for a killer – or killers.   From Wondery, and the team behind the hit series Hollywood & Crime: The Dating Game Killer, The Wonderland Murders, Death of Starlet, and the Execution of Bonny Lee Bakley comes a six part series that dives into the dark side of Hollywood through a shocking murder – fueled by ruthless ambition and desperate dreams. Co-hosted by Tracy Pattin and Josh Lucas.   Listen to Hollywood & Crime: The Cotton Club Murder: Wondery

Transcribed - Published: 2 December 2024

On Tuesday, June 18, 1985, Jerry Estes was woken by pounding on the door of his office. After a busy Monday, he’d stayed late socializing and drinking beer after hours with some employees and fallen asleep at the Sale Barn, his cattle auction house and café in Nixa, Missouri. He opened the office door half-dressed. His cook, Alice, was standing before him talking excitedly, followed close behind by a distraught server, Dayna. After Alice took a deep breath and slowed down, Jerry found out that Alice and Dayna had spotted a black Camaro with the license plate “JACKI-1” abandoned on the side of Highway 160 with the driver’s side door open. He knew whose car this had to be. One of his servers at the Sale Barn Café, Jackie Johns, had purchased her “dream car” last year. The black, hard top, Camaro with red leather interior was her private world. Listen to this week's episode to hear more about what happened to Jackie Johns. SOURCES: 1) Book: "Murder on a Lonely Road: A Beauty Queen, a Privileged Killer, and a Twenty-Five Year Search for Justice" by George Pawlaczyk and Beth Hundsdorfer 2) CONVICTION UPHELD: Judge Refuses Retrial in murder of Jackie Johns

Transcribed - Published: 25 November 2024

In this episode, we’re diving into the twisted and tragic story of Ezra McCandless, a young woman with a turbulent love life that led to a shocking and brutal crime. Ezra’s tale is one of passion, betrayal, and deadly obsession—capturing headlines and the public's morbid curiosity.We’ll dissect the events that led up to that fateful day, the complex relationships that fueled her actions, and the strange web of lies and manipulation uncovered in the courtroom. Was Ezra a master manipulator who took things too far, or was she another victim of a tragic love triangle?Early access listeners, prepare to be pulled into the chilling story of “Killer Girlfriend” Ezra McCandless. This is one case you won’t want to miss.

Transcribed - Published: 21 November 2024

In this episode, we’re diving into the twisted and tragic story of Ezra McCandless, a young woman with a turbulent love life that led to a shocking and brutal crime. Ezra’s tale is one of passion, betrayal, and deadly obsession—capturing headlines and the public's morbid curiosity.We’ll dissect the events that led up to that fateful day, the complex relationships that fueled her actions, and the strange web of lies and manipulation uncovered in the courtroom. Was Ezra a master manipulator who took things too far, or was she another victim of a tragic love triangle?Early access listeners, prepare to be pulled into the chilling story of “Killer Girlfriend” Ezra McCandless. This is one case you won’t want to miss.

Transcribed - Published: 21 November 2024

On September 16, 2019, police officers responded to a car crash in the city of Hickox, Brantley County, Georgia. Michael Wayne Jones Jr.'s white Chrysler Pacifica minivan was the only car involved in the accident. When police responded to the crash, nobody was prepared for what Michael had to say about his wife, Casei Jones, and his children. SOURCES: 1) Casei Jones Obituary (2019) 2) Death Penalty Possible For Family Annihilator Who Drove For Weeks With Remains In Tow 3) Flies obviously were flying around’: Florida man explains how he masks smell after killing wife & 4 children, driving with their bodies for days 4) Casei Jones: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know 5) Man who beat wife to death with bat then strangled and drowned 4 young children sentenced to death 6) Bodies of four kids found after mom discovered dead in husband’s van 7) Jury weighs death sentence for Florida man who killed wife with bat and murdered her 4 kids 8) Evil dad who murdered wife and four children aged from one to 10 sentenced to death 9) Deputy Report On Casei Jones and Children Murders 10) YouTube: The sad case of Casei Jones and her children | Michael Jones Interrogation and confession!

Transcribed - Published: 12 November 2024

Marybeth Tinning murdered each of her children in cold blood. The motive was that she enjoyed the sympathy and attention she received when her children brought to the hospital.The causes of death for Tinning's first eight children was initially thought to be genetic. Even when her sixth child, Michael – who was adopted and not of blood relation – died in 1981, authorities failed to open an investigation.

Transcribed - Published: 28 October 2024

On the morning of March 12, 2011, Rachel Orteli, the manager of a Lululemon in the suburbs of Washington D.C., walked up to the storefront ready to start her day and get the store opened. As Rachel approached the front door, she noticed that the door was already unlocked. Once inside, Rachel found the store in disarray: clothes thrown about, mannequins knocked over, clothing racks tipped. Immediately concerned, Rachel ran out of the store and called 911. When police arrived and further entered the store, they discovered this was not just a robbery. They found 30-year-old Jayna Murray dead and facedown in a pool of blood in the back hall and 28-year-old Brittany Norwood in the bathroom bound at the wrists and ankles with zip ties. Listen to this week's episode to hear what happened. SOURCES: 1) Timeline: Lululemon Investigation and Trial 2) Macabre Daily Pt. 1 3) Macabre Daily Pt. 2 4) YouTube: Snapped (Season 9, Ep19) 5) Murder Victim's Brother: Murray Would Have Been "Insulted" To Learn Another Employee Was Stealing 6) Jayna Troxel Murray Obituary 7) Brittany Norwood's Murderpedia Page 8) Photos from Brittany Norwood's Murder Trial 9) Lululemon Murder Wikipedia Page

Transcribed - Published: 24 October 2024

We are diving into the tumultuous and controversial life of Bonny Lee Bakely, a woman whose ambitions and manipulations put her at the center of a Hollywood tragedy. From her string of relationships with wealthy men to her final marriage to actor Robert Blake, Bakely’s life was one marked by scandal, deception, and obsession. But her story came to a shocking end in 2001, leaving behind a tangled web of suspects, secrets, and unanswered questions.

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2024

The Citizen Record reported on Thursday, June 7, 1934: “4 MEMBERS OF MURDER SYNDICATE WHO FINALLY KILLED ‘DURABLE’ MALLOY DIE IN CHAIR TONIGHT – At Sing Sing Prison tonight, in the little room with the horrible chair, the Bronx murder syndicate will sit down to death. One by one the undertaker Frank Pasqua, the speakeasy owner Anthony Marino, the bartender Joseph Murphy, and the fruit dealer Daniel Kriesberg they will die, and the state of New York will have avenged the strangest murder in history.” Listen to this week's episode to hear the story of the man who seemed unkillable--Michael Malloy and members of "The Murder Trust" who wouldn't stop until Michael was dead. SOURCE: 1) "On the House: The Bizare Killing of Michael Malloy" by Simon Read

Transcribed - Published: 7 October 2024

The human body is a miracle. But when it’s not working, it can be the stuff of nightmares. On this new series from master storyteller MrBallen, we’re sharing medical horror stories and diagnostic mysteries that are surgically calibrated to make your blood run cold.From bizarre, unheard-of diseases and miraculous recoveries to strange medical mishaps and unexplainable deaths — you’ll never hear the phrase “heart-stopping” in the same way again. MrBallen’s Medical Mysteries is a first-of-its-kind collaboration between MrBallen and Wondery, the award-winning company behind Dr. Death.Listen to MrBallen’s Medical Mysteries wherever you get your podcasts: http://wondery.fm/MBMM_CAC

Transcribed - Published: 7 October 2024

The Citizen Record reported on Thursday, June 7, 1934: “4 MEMBERS OF MURDER SYNDICATE WHO FINALLY KILLED ‘DURABLE’ MALLOY DIE IN CHAIR TONIGHT – At Sing Sing Prison tonight, in the little room with the horrible chair, the Bronx murder syndicate will sit down to death. One by one the undertaker Frank Pasqua, the speakeasy owner Anthony Marino, the bartender Joseph Murphy, and the fruit dealer Daniel Kriesberg they will die, and the state of New York will have avenged the strangest murder in history.” Listen to this week's episode to hear the story of the man who seemed unkillable--Michael Malloy and members of "The Murder Trust" who wouldn't stop until Michael was dead. SOURCE: 1) "On the House: The Bizare Killing of Michael Malloy" by Simon Read

Transcribed - Published: 30 September 2024

SHOUT OUT TO STACY M. FOR SUGGESTING THIS EPISODE! THANK YOU! In October 1989, 11-year-old Jacob Wetterling and his brother, Trevor (age 10), and best friend, Aaron (age 11), convinced Jacob's parents to allow them to ride their bikes to a local convenience store in St. Joseph, Minnesota. It got dark early in the evening in Minnesota in October, and the boys had to take flashlights and wear reflective vests before they could go. The boys made it to the convenience store, however, on their way home they were stopped by a man who abducted Jacob. Listen to this week's episode to hear more about the decades-long story of what happened to Jacob Wetterling. SOURCES: 1) Minnesota Man Admits to the Murder of Jacob Wetterling 2) Minnesota man describes killing 11-year-old Jacob Wetterling in chilling detail 3) The search for Jacob 4) Charlie Grafft 5) Missing a Murderer: Why law enforcement didn't see that Danny Heinrich killed Jacob Wetterling 6) The Jacob Wetterling Investigation: Timeline of Events 7) Dan Rassier (Mr. BeBop) 8) Timeline of Events in Jacob Wetterling's Abduction 9) Parents, investigators recall long quest for answers after Jacob Wetterling's 1989 abduction 10) Jacob Wetterling Case Went Unsolved for Years, but Evidence Tied to Killer Was Found Days After Abduction: FBI 11) Heinrich as suspect: A timeline 12) Parents, investigators recall long quest for answers after Jacob Wetterling's 1989 abduction 13) Full Transcript Of Heinrich's Confession In Court Released 14) Danny Heinrich Sentenced To 20 Years In Prison 15) How a True Crime Blogger and Jacob Wetterling’s Mom Teamed Up to Solve the Boy’s 27-Year-Old Abduction Cold Case 16)

Transcribed - Published: 23 September 2024

SHOUT OUT TO STACY M. FOR SUGGESTING THIS EPISODE! THANK YOU! In October 1989, 11-year-old Jacob Wetterling and his brother, Trevor (age 10), and best friend, Aaron (age 11), convinced Jacob's parents to allow them to ride their bikes to a local convenience store in St. Joseph, Minnesota. It got dark early in the evening in Minnesota in October, and the boys had to take flashlights and wear reflective vests before they could go. The boys made it to the convenience store, however, on their way home they were stopped by a man who abducted Jacob. Listen to this week's episode to hear more about the decades-long story of what happened to Jacob Wetterling. SOURCES: 1) Minnesota Man Admits to the Murder of Jacob Wetterling 2) Minnesota man describes killing 11-year-old Jacob Wetterling in chilling detail 3) The search for Jacob 4) Charlie Grafft 5) Missing a Murderer: Why law enforcement didn't see that Danny Heinrich killed Jacob Wetterling 6) The Jacob Wetterling Investigation: Timeline of Events 7) Dan Rassier (Mr. BeBop) 8) Timeline of Events in Jacob Wetterling's Abduction 9) Parents, investigators recall long quest for answers after Jacob Wetterling's 1989 abduction 10) Jacob Wetterling Case Went Unsolved for Years, but Evidence Tied to Killer Was Found Days After Abduction: FBI 11) Heinrich as suspect: A timeline 12) Parents, investigators recall long quest for answers after Jacob Wetterling's 1989 abduction 13) Full Transcript Of Heinrich's Confession In Court Released 14) Danny Heinrich Sentenced To 20 Years In Prison 15) How a True Crime Blogger and Jacob Wetterling’s Mom Teamed Up to Solve the Boy’s 27-Year-Old Abduction Cold Case 16) 

Transcribed - Published: 23 September 2024

Complaints of a nasty smell led the landlord to check on the apartment of Darlene Hayes. He made a horrific discovery on the 27th of July in 2009.Inside a closet lay the severely beaten and decomposing body of 23-year-old Darlene Hayes. It was clear that Darlene had been dead in the hot July heat for several days. The most disturbing fact of the scene was that Darlene had been 8 months pregnant… and her unborn child was missing. SOURCES: 1) True Crime New England 2) Find a Grave: Darlene Haynes 3) Woman gets life for killing neighbor, cutting baby from womb 4) New Photos of Baby Stolen From Dead Mother's Womb 5) VINE 6) Mass. woman found guilty in cut-from-womb killing 7) Julie Corey, who was found guilty of killing her former neighbor and removing her unborn baby, motions for a new trial, claiming ‘mental impairment’ 8) Julie Corey, who was found guilty of killing her former neighbor and removing her unborn baby, denied new trial, first-degree murder conviction upheld 9) Julie Corey's father: 'I don't think justice has been served' 10) Murderpedia: Julie Corey

Transcribed - Published: 16 September 2024

In December 2017, the tranquil affluence of Toronto's North York neighborhood was shattered by a discovery that would captivate Canada and spark one of the nation's most perplexing criminal investigations. Barry Sherman, the billionaire founder of generic drug giant Apotex, and his wife Honey were found dead in their mansion, their bodies positioned beside their indoor pool. SOURCES: 1) The Disturbing Murder Of Barry And Honey Sherman, The Pharmaceutical Billionaires Found Hanging Near Their Pool 2) The Bitter Aftermath of a Billionaire Murder Mystery 3) Family of murdered billionaire Barry Sherman split by lawsuit over money

Transcribed - Published: 9 September 2024

July 27th, 1996. Atlanta, Georgia. During a free concert at Atlanta’s Centennial Olympic Park, security guard Richard Jewell spotted an abandoned backpack. Authorities soon discovered that it contained a live bomb. The bomb detonated minutes later, but Jewell’s actions saved countless lives. Days later, he became the main suspect in the bombing. The public would immediately associate him with the bombing and some would continue to believe he was responsible even after the actual perpetrator confessed. Listen to Generation Why: The Olympic Park Bombing on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts. Start your free trial by visiting Wondery now.

Transcribed - Published: 9 September 2024