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Buried Motives

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Join us each week as we go beneath the surface and dig deep into the lives of some of the most notorious killers. True Crime enthusiasts, Christie and Melissa, examine what led up to these chilling crimes and discuss all things murder. The truth must be exhumed.

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  1. Corruption Behind Bars

    We are all typically familiar with the events leading up to a criminal getting sentenced to spending time behind bars. For the most part, we are grateful for the women and men who work at jails and prison facilities, helping to keep our communities safe. But what happens when the line between...

  2. Inspired by True Events: Haunted Edition

    What do the movies The Conjuring, The Exorcist, The Haunting in Connecticut, The Exorcism of Emily Rose, and Child's Play all have in common? The answer: they all were based on true stories! Join Christie as she digs into each one of the movies, the skepticism regarding them, and the real life...

  3. Inspired by True Events

    Most of us seem to love watching a good scary movie every once in a while. We get a rush of adrenaline as we witness tense moments on a screen. When we become afraid, we can often ease our fear by reminding ourselves that 'It's just a movie'. But what if it isn't? Join Christie as she talks about...

  4. Marriage After Murder

    What does a fairy tale romance look like? Can true love exist behind bars? Join Christie as she explores the phenomenon of hybristophilia. Some of the worst dirtbags are married and even become fathers after being found guilty of multiple murders and other crimes. This episode highlights the…

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  5. Famous Canadian Police Hunts in History: Part Two

    If you enjoy listening, there are a few ways for you to help us out: Buy us a snack, follow us on social media, click 'follow' where ever you're listening from, and give us a rating and review! Thanks for listening! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join Christie in the second segment about dirtbag criminals on the run. This...

  6. The Woodchipper Murder: Richard Crafts

    Helle Crafts was a stunning and talented flight attendant from Denmark. In 1986, Helle was murdered by her dirtbag husband, Richard Crafts. Richard was motivated by his ego to kill his wife - most of his decisions in life were led by his massive ego. This case is full of twists and turns, and was...

  7. Surviving Evil

    An often overlooked aspect in the true crime genre is that sometimes true crime isn't about death - sometimes it's about life. Join Christie as she highlights three powerful women who looked evil in the face and survived. All three women, from different parts of the globe, experienced a horrific...

  8. Throwback: Christopher Scarver

    As we work out some technical difficulties, we hope you will enjoy this throwback episode! What happens when killers collide and the prison walls that are meant to keep the monsters contained become bloodied? The line between victim and dirtbag becomes blurred as we deep dig into the life of...

  9. Dumb Criminals: Murder Edition

    What do Randy Lee Tench, Dennis Rader, Amanda Taylor, and Nathaniel White all have in common? Individually, they all caused their own downfalls. Each one is a dirtbag murderer, and each one caused their own arrests by having 'not-so-bright' public moments. From the infamous floppy disk mishap to…

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  10. Dumb Criminals and How They Got Caught

    Crime is never a good idea. Sometimes the dirtbag gets away and never faces justice...but other times, a criminal hands themselves over to the authorities on a silver platter. Join Christie as she highlights dumb criminals, their crimes, and how their 'not-so-bright' actions ultimately got them...

  11. Prison Programs that Work: Stitching Hope

    What happens after a dirtbag gets locked up? Across the world, many prisons run structured programs for inmates. Are these initiatives needed? Are they fair to the victims of the criminals who are participating and benefiting from them? Join Christie as she digs deep into a beautiful type of…

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  12. Tulip 22: Fiona Beal

    Fiona Beal was a sweet and calm elementary school teacher by day. By night, she created an alter ego named 'Tulip 22' to cope with her failing relationship. Hounded down by her partner's abusive and controlling ways, 'Tulip 22' began plotting his demise - all of which was recorded in her personal...

  13. Last Suppers: The Crimes Behind the Meals

    What we eat may say more about us than we think - especially when it's the last thing we ever do. Join Christie as she explores the crimes and last meals of ten different dirtbags. From notorious serial killers like Ted Bundy and John Wayne Gacy to lesser known murderers like Teresa Lewis, who…

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  14. Famous Canadian Police Hunts in History

    Welcome to Christie's first solo episode! Join Christie as she explores different cases in Canadian history where the dirtbags were able to outsmart and outrun the authorities - for a time at least. Some of these cases are truly shocking and the outcomes just might surprise you! Hope you enjoy…

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  15. Throwback: Peter Madsen

    In 2017 Peter Madsen invited journalist Kim Wall onto his self-made submarine, the UC3 Nautilus, under the guise of being interviewed about his race to produce the first manned rocket to enter outer space. Kim was never seen again and Peter's different versions of what happened to her never…

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  16. Throwback: Christopher Benoit

    Chris Benoit was one of the most elite professional wrestlers spanning more than two decades. Over a three day period, Chris shockingly murdered his wife and youngest son, before taking his own life. What caused this loving husband and father to commit the most horrific of all acts? If you enjoy...

  17. Podcast Update

    The update you've all been waiting for! The podcast is changing; listen to this clip to find out all the details. xoxo If you enjoy listening, there are a few ways for you to help us out: Buy us a snack, follow us on social media, click 'follow' where ever you're listening from, and give us a...

  18. Throwback: Lance Butterfield

    When one father's dream of becoming an all American football star are dashed, he see's redemption in the lives of his children. Bill Butterfield's drive to see his son, Lance, succeed on the football field becomes an obsession with deadly consequences. This athletic nightmare confused the roles…

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  19. Throwback: Arthur Freeman

    Arthur Freeman took being a dirtbag to new heights when he ended his child's life on the West Gate Bridge in Melbourne, Australia. The ruthless murder of Darcey Freeman shocked and horrified a nation. This case took place in 2009 but is still considered one of the worst murders to take place in...

  20. No Ordinary Girl: Sharon Elizabeth Kinne

    When Sharon Kinne's husband, James, was found shot dead in 1960, she told police that it was a tragic accident - and at first, they believed her. She seemed like an ordinary, all-American housewife; but that couldn't have been further from the truth. It would take two more murders, two more...

  21. Beyond BDSM: Graham Dwyer

    Graham Dwyer, a self proclaimed sadist, obsessed with piquerism, preyed on a woman whom he thought he could manipulate into letting him fulfill his darkest fantasies. Elaine O'Hara was only 36-years-old when her life was brutally taken on August 22, 2012, in Dublin, Ireland, by a complete…

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  22. Little Sonny: Marcus Dorwin Adams

    Marcus Dorwin Adams, known as 'Little Sonny', was a feared enforcer and rising shot-caller within a violent street gang in L.A.. His ruthless tactics and cold precision earned him the reputation as one to be feared as he committed a string of brutal crimes, including armed robbery, extortion, and...

  23. The Chocolate Cream Killer: Christiana Edmunds

    The case of Christiana Edmunds has been debated since 1871. Christiana became known as 'The Chocolate Cream Killer' after lacing chocolate creams with strychnine. Some believe that she simply went mad and began poisoning the people of Brighton, England, at random. Others believe that this dirtbag...

  24. Murder for Breakfast: Joshua Davies

    When 15-year-old Rebecca Aylward agreed to meet her ex-boyfriend, Joshua Davies, in a quiet Welsh forest, she thought it was a chance to reconcile - but it was a trap. Obsessed with control and manipulation, Joshua had been plotting her death for months, freely discussing it with his friends, who...

  25. Divergent Darkness: Brian Cohee

    What would you do if you made a grisly discovery inside of your own home? On March 1, 2021, the parents of Brian Cohee Jr. made the decision to call 911 after finding a severed head inside their son's closet. The details of this case are chilling and will have you questioning if this 19-year-old...

  26. Pillow Talk: Kelly Cochran

    The darkest secrets are often the ones whispered between lovers in the dead of the night. For Jason and Kelly Cochran, those secrets led to the brutal murder of Christopher Regan. In this twisted tale of love, betrayal, and murder, the lines between the victim and villain blur. Who was the…

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  27. Shopping Spree Killer: Dana Sue Gray

    Dana Sue Gray became a serial killer in 1994. Dana used her shopping addiction as a way to cope with her trials in life. When the money dried up, Dana targeted the most vulnerable people she knew. Within one month span, this dirtbag took the lives of three elderly women and attempted to take a...

  28. Blood, Money and Drugs: William Sandeson

    A promising Dalhousie University student, Taylor Samson, vanished without a trace after what was supposed to be a simple drug deal. What seemed like a routine exchange quickly turned into a deadly scheme, with another Dalhousie student at the center. The greedy dirtbag, William Sandeson, a...

  29. Stalking a Star: Robert Bardo

    Rebecca Schaeffer was a rising star in the 1980s. Robert Bardo was a serial stalker. Robert's infatuation with Rebecca started when she landed the role of 'Patti' on the hit TV show, 'My Sister Sam'. Robert began to feel like Rebecca belonged to him and became upset when he thought she had been...

  30. The Deadly South Side: Chester Turner

    Chester Turner thrived in the gritty underbelly of LA's South Side during the 1980s and 1990s, a time when gang violence, drugs, and a crumbling justice system created the perfect storm for his dark ambitions. Known as one of the most prolific serial killers in LA's history, Turner exploited the...

  31. Liar, Liar: Jennifer Pan

    Is it ever okay to tell a lie? What happens when one lie turns into two? If you're not careful, deception can snowball until it becomes too big to manage. In November of 2010, the lies told by Jennifer Pan would have deadly results for the Pan family. The tragic murder of Bich Pan could have been...

  32. Broken Hearts Collaboration 2.0

    Join us for the return of a very special collaboration; Broken Hearts 2.0 This year, we explore the seasons of love. From the spring of budding romance to the chill of winter kill, we take a look at the different seasons of love and how sometimes even the one whom you love the most can change...

  33. Two-Faced: Kaitlin Armstrong

    Kaitlin Armstrong was fueled by jealousy when she fatally shot pro-cyclist, Anna Moriah 'Mo' Wilson, on May 11, 2022. Although Kaitlin insists that she is innocent, she took extreme actions in order to evade arrest and incarceration. Just when you think that you've heard it all, you might be...

  34. Cold Blue: Stephanie Lazarus

    In 1986, Sherri Rasmussen, a young and vibrant nurse, was found murdered in her Los Angeles home under what seemed to be a botched burglary. For decades, the case remained cold, cloaked in unanswered questions and strange inconsistencies. Only years later did DNA evidence unearth a shocking…

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  35. 10 Rillington Place: John Christie

    In March of 1953, a grisly discovery was made at 10 Rillington Place, in Notting Hill, London. The bodies of three women were found in a wallpaper-covered kitchen alcove. Before long, many more bodies were unearthed from the back garden, as well as a body discovered beneath the floorboards. Join…

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  36. Thread of Coincidences: Allan Lee Phillips

    On January 6, 1982, 29 year old, Bobbie Jo Oberholtzer didn't return home after working in Breckenridge, Colorado. She was only the first woman to go missing that day; soon 21 year old, Annette Schnee, was also reported unaccounted for. The connections between the two women quickly piled up. They...

  37. Collaboration Throwback: The Taylor Toller Story - Dustin Duthie (Featuring Kim from 'A Million Other Choices')

    Join us for a very special throwback episode when we collaborated with Kim Toller, the host of true crime podcast, 'A Million Other Choices'. Kim's niece, Taylor, unfortunately fell victim to the dirtbag, Dustin Duthie in 2018. Kim graciously shares Taylor's story with us, giving a first-hand...

  38. Buried Motives Interview: You May Also Like

    Join us for a very special bonus episode! We recently had the privilege to join Matt Cundill on his podcast, "You May Also Like", for a candid conversation about all things podcasting and true crime! We discuss everything from how we first met to the reasons behind the episodes. We hope you will...

  39. Christmas Throwback: Colin Ireland

    Join us as we revisit a New Year's resolution to kill. Colin Ireland is a dirtbag who felt like he didn't receive the recognition that he deserved. He decided to take matters into his own hands in 1993 by making a personal goal that would gain him the notoriety that he so desperately sought. This...

  40. Christmas Throwback: Darrel Edward Brooks Jr.

    Join us as we revisit a harrowing Christmas case. In 2021, the Waukesha, Wisconsin Christmas parade was tragically ruined by the dirtbag, Darrell Edward Brooks Jr., who gave no thought to anyone's life but his own. Sadly, six lives were lost that day and countless others were injured as this…

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  41. Covina Christmas Massacre: Bruce Pardo

    On Christmas Eve, 2008, the Ortega family gathered for their annual holiday celebration. Laughter and cheer suddenly turned into screams and terror when a man dressed in a Santa suit arrived at the Ortega home and opened fire on the unsuspecting family. Dirtbag, Bruce Pardo, was motivated by…

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  42. Christmas Escape: Lester Eubanks

    The 1965 murder of Mary Ellen Deener, a 14-year-old Ohio girl, shocked the small town of Mansfield when she was brutally beaten and shot by Lester Eubanks, a monster with a history of violent crimes. Despite being convicted and sentenced to death, this dirtbag infamously escaped custody during a...

  43. The Brighton Axe Murder: James Krauseneck

    Was the right dirtbag convicted for the horrific murder of Cathy Krauseneck? Join us as we discuss the first case that has Christie sitting on the fence! James Krauseneck was arrested 40 years after his wife's murder. The evidence against him seemed circumstantial at best, but the jury was swayed...

  44. Red Flag Romance: Jack Sepple

    In 2021, Ashley Wadsworth, a vibrant young Canadian, traveled to England for what she thought was the romance of a lifetime. Instead, she fell victim to the ultimate betrayal at the hands of her so-called boyfriend, Jack Sepple. Join us as we dig into the mind of this dirtbag, the red flags of...

  45. Fox is my Name: William 'Edward' Hickman

    Francis 'Marion' Parker was the daughter of an affluent banker. In 1927, Marion was taken from her school in plain sight by a man named William 'Edward' Hickman. Despite Edward having a clear motive for kidnapping 12-year-old Marion, he would be one of the first people to plead 'not guilty by...

  46. The Lady in the Barrel: Howard Burton Elkins (With guests, Elysia and Savannah, from Burden of Proof)

    This week, Elysia and Savannah from Burden of Proof join us to tell us about when Ron Cohen and his family tried to sell their Long Island, New York, home and were asked to clear out everything in a crawl space that had been used for storage. This included an industrial barrel that had been…

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  47. The Amityville Horror: Ronald 'Butch' DeFeo

    Most people have seen or heard of the box-office hit movies covering 'The Amityville Horror'. George and Kathy Lutz moved into their dream home at 112 Ocean Avenue in the quiet town of Amityville, New York. Only 28 days after moving in, the Lutz family would flee the home in the middle of the...

  48. The Red Barn: William Corder

    The 1800's were a time of superstitions and strong beliefs in the supernatural; but could a ghost really catch a dirtbag? That seems to be the case in the murder of Maria Marten. Maria's dirtbag fiance, William Corder, would have gotten away with it, had it not been for a visit from beyond the...

  49. Temper Tantrum: Scott Andrew Mink

    Scott Andrew Mink's actions on September 20, 2000, can only be described as a drug and rage fueled temper tantrum. When Scott didn't get his way, he lashed out and brutally murdered the two people who loved him the most - his parents, William and Sheila Mink. The dirtbag in this case could be a...

  50. Where's Dad?: Deborah Muril Belyea

    You just never know who is capable of murder. Sometimes it's someone you would least expect. That was certainly the case with the dirtbag, Deborah Belyea, when she murdered her husband, Alfred Belyea. The couple had been married for over 50 years but that was of little consequence when they could...

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