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The Voiceless Speak Forever

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The Voiceless Speak Forever podcast is an oral history archive of animal cruelty cases. VSF is dedicated to spreading awareness of the severity and pervasiveness of animal cruelty and memorializing lives lost in unimaginable ways for unfathomable reasons.

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Episodes

  1. Grief Story: Lily

    Hello All! While Season 5 has "ended," grief never does. So, today, we hear Alice's beautiful love letter to her bunny, Lily. If you want to share your pet loss story, please email [email protected]. VSF Webpage: www.thevoicelessspeakforever.com Crochet:...

  2. Grief Story: My 3 Childhood Dogs

    Hello All, today we hear the last grief story and last episode of the season. I said on ep 1, that there would be true crime stories, but I think it's better to let this season just be about grief. With that said, thank you PeakOne8790 for telling us the grief story of your childhood dogs. I hope...

  3. Grief Story: Sooty

    Today, we hear the grief story of Sooty; a black cat who left an indelible mark on her family's heart. Thank you Ecstatic Barnacles 787 for telling your story. If you want to share your pet loss story, please email [email protected]. VSF Webpage: www.thevoicelessspeakforever.com...

  4. Grief Story: Acts of Kindness

    Hello All, today we listen to a grief story that illustrates how kindness can improve one's emotional well-being. Thank you Saturday Morning for your story! If you want to share your pet loss story, please email [email protected]. VSF Webpage: www.thevoicelessspeakforever.com…

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  5. Grief Story: Lucky

    Today, we hear the grief story of Lucky, an incomparable little pup who supported KR like no one else ever could. If you want to share your pet loss stories, please email them to [email protected]. VSF Webpage: www.thevoicelessspeakforever.com Crochet:...

  6. Grief Story: Freesia

    Today, we hear the grief story of Freesia. She was Megan's golden labrador retriever who loved pumpkins, tennis balls, and people. Though she might have had many loves in her life, Freesia loved Megan most of all. Freesia was the bestest dog. VSF Webpage: www.thevoicelessspeakforever.com Crochet:...

  7. Grief Story: Agnes

    Welcome back to VSF's fifth season! We'll kick the season off with 5 grief stories before returning to the regular, true crime, material. The first grief story is of a beloved rabbit named Agnes, who died from cancer on May 31st, 2023. VSF Webpage: www.thevoicelessspeakforever.com Crochet:...

  8. Advocacy Tale - Paul Koudounaris (Honoring the Life of the Dead)

    Today, we’ll be talking about author Paul Koudounaris. He has a PhD in Art History from UCLA and has written three books on the visual culture of death used as memento mori. Every single photo you see in his books and on his Instagram are photos taken by him. He has loved animals ever since he…

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  9. Advocacy Tale - Woodstock Farm Sanctuary (High Falls, New York)

    Today, we will be heading to New York to learn about an incredible animal sanctuary called Woodstock Farm Sanctuary. I learned about them through a friend who had long admired their efforts of giving farm animals a life of their own. When I saw a video of 4 happy goats frolicking at their farm, I...

  10. Advocacy Tale - Naia Ōkami, Animal Sexual Abuse Expert

    After the release of "1Bitch9Pups" and the adjunct episode about Lucas Russell Vanwoert, I received a message from someone who was an expert in zoosadism and wanted to share her knowledge with us. I, of course, could not pass up such an incredible opportunity. And so, this episode is Naia Okami's...

  11. Advocacy Tale - Jody Springborn (The Educated Rabbit)

    Today, we are doing the season’s first advocacy tale and the person of interest is Jody Springborn! She is the creator of the comprehensive bunny care website "The Educated Rabbit," is an educator at The House Rabbit Society, and is the author of the book, First Aid Guide for the Domestic Rabbit....

  12. Bad Vet: The Abuse of Josie - Wayne Gilchrist (Macomb County, MI, 2022)

    There’s a clinic in Shelby Township, Michigan, called Companion Animal Care Clinic. The owner, Wayne Gilchrist, describes his practices as “a full-service veterinary hospital that specializes in compassionate care and the highest-quality medical, surgical, dental and wellness health care for dogs...

  13. Turkey Day Special: ”Memoirs of a Yellow Dog” by O. Henry

    I'll be reading O. Henry's "Memoirs of a Yellow Dog" to celebrate the long weekend. The Yellow Dog recounts his life, troubles, and a great escape. Listen to find out more! VSF ----more---- Webpage: www.thevoicelessspeakforever.com ----more---- Crochet…

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  14. Adjunct: 1Bitch9Pups - Lucas Russell Vanwoert (Celina, Ohio)

    Please listen to the previous episode, "1Bitch9Pups," before listening to this one because this episode is an extension of it. After seizing the Australian serial animal killer and sexual assaulters digital devices, the police discovered that an American man, Lucas Russell Vanwoert, was also a…

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  15. 1Bitch9Pups - One of Australia’s Worst Animal Abuse Cases (McMinns Lagoon, Darwin, Australia)

    UPDATE: Adam Britton pled guilty on Mon. 9/25/23 to bestiality and transmitting child abuse material. [1] Today, we are traveling Down Under to McMinns Lagoon, Darwin, Australia. In 2022, a 51-year-old was arrested for creating and distributing animal abuse videos featuring 1 mom pitbull and her…

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  16. Halloween Special - ”The Price” by Neil Gaiman

    Spooky season is upon us! Because Halloween is a couple of days away, I wanted to do sth different. Instead of a true crime story, today I’ll be reading Neil Gaiman’s “The Price” - a short story about a man who discovers the connection between his family’s happiness and well-being to that of his...

  17. The Brutal Assault on Mika - Nicholas Prince (Dunlap, Illinois, 2022)

    Season 4 is here! The first episode covers the case of Nicholas Prince - a man who beat a 13-month-old German Shepard named Mika. Sources: [1], [2], [3], [4], [5], [6] , [7], [8], [9] ----more---- VSF ----more---- Webpage: www.thevoicelessspeakforever.com ----more---- Crochet:...

  18. ADOPT ME: ARROW (Minneapolis, MN)

    Arrow is a 10 month old special needs kitten who needs a home! He is a very sweet boy, who loves to play, sit on laps, and sleep in the sun. He'll make a great addition to any family! He just needs someone/ppl who will take the time to love and care for him. Listen to the episode to learn about...

  19. The Secret Behind the Padlocked Door (Bancroft, Michigan, 2022)

    For months, two tenants smelled a horrible odor in their new home. No matter what they did, nothing could exorcise it. It wasn't until they were in the upstairs hallway that they discovered the smell's origin. Today's episode is Season 3's Finale. Season 4 will, hopefully, start in the fall or...

  20. Advocacy Tale: Jester the Giant Bunny (Rabbit Savior’s Ambassador)

    Please make sure you listen to the previous episode, "Advocacy Tale - Rabbit Savior" before you listen to Jester's episode as the former gives context to what Rabbit Savior is. Jester is a Giant Continental Bunny, a global icon, and the Ambassador for Rabbit Savior. Listen to this episode to hear...

  21. Advocacy Tale - Rabbit Savior (Jonathan Silva)

    Today, Jonathan Silva, the founder of Rabbit Savior has graciously agreed to tell us about his mission to give all buns quality care. Rabbit Savior is a vet bill assistance and bunny advocacy program. If you need help with paying your bun's medical bills, please visit Rabbit Savior. To hear about...

  22. Advocacy Tale: Lux’s Story (Melissa Yellowega; Ontario, Canada)

    Today, Melissa Yellowega tells us of her life with Lux. Lux had mucopolysaccharidosis VII - a rare genetic lysosomal storage disorder - that caused him to lose the ability to walk and to do most things on his own. In 2022, Lux passed away. Please listen and give your support to Melissa as she…

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  23. The Tragic Murder of Peanut - Jonathon Blake (Queensland, Australia, 2008)

    Do you believe kindness begets kindness? In this episode, we'll answer that. Because in 2008, a 7-month-old fox terrier tragically died at the hands of his owner, Danielle Nielson's family friend. Listen to find out what happened. Sources: [1], [2], [3], [4], [5], [6], [7] ----more---- VSF…

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  24. Advocacy Tale - Beth’s Fight for Justice (Kathy Jo Bauck & Laughlin Kennel)

    We are back with another Advocacy Tale! This time, we are sharing Beth Christman and, her Saint Bernard, Gertrude's story. Gertrude suffered from numerous health problems because of Kathy Jo Bauck's bad breeding practices. Together with others, Beth helped bring justice to not only Gertrude but…

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  25. Advocacy Tale - Jaime Sue’s Story

    Today, we are diving into bunny foster mom Jaime Sue's advocacy tale. We will explore why she started fostering, the bunnies she has helped, and how she plans to reduce the homeless rabbit population. Please give this episode a listen and give a shout to Jaime Sue (IG: @trillymonster) and the...

  26. The Miraculous Recovery of Trooper - Benetta Johnson (St. Louis, Missouri, 2012)

    In 2012, drivers on Interstate 55 in Missouri saw a terrifying sight: A truck dragging a puppy along the road. Who would do this and why? Listen to this week's episode to find out. Handmade crochet dog and cat toys are now available on VSF's site, www.thevoicelessspeakforever.com. Please check it...

  27. Bad Vet: Justice for Mimi - Richard Timothy Logan (Ozark, Alabama, 2020)

    In 2020, an Alabaman vet (allegedly) injured a 21-year-old cat named Mimi. She sustained severe injuries but survived. As of this moment, this case is still not resolved. Do you think Mimi will get her justice? Handmade crochet dog and cat toys are now available on VSF's site,...

  28. The Drowning of Jenny - Tonya Fea (Milford, New Jersey, 2019)

    Season 3 starts off with the tragic death of Jenny, a golden retriever pup. With the help from The Last Resort Animal Rescue, the police were able to find Jenny's killer. But why did the killer do it? Listen to this week's episode to hear why. Handmade crochet dog and cat toys are now available…

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  29. Ida Ovedie: Animal Communicator

    Hello All!! The finale of season 2 is here! Today, we are going to Norway and meeting Ida Ovedie, a photographer, animal communicator, and mommy to 3 buns. It was such a treat interviewing her. She gives insight into the rare skill of animal communication. Please enjoy her delightful stories. And...

  30. Part 3: Return to the Woodlands

    Thank you everyone for your patience! Part 3 is now here! There was a break in between because there were interesting developments taking place, so it was decided that the final episode would be postponed to see what would happen. And in the end of the ep, you'll find out. But that's just the...

  31. Part 2: Return to the Woodlands

    In Advocacy Tale: Save the Woodlands Cats & in Part 1 of Return to the Woodlands, we learned of the cat killings taking place at the Woodlands Apt Complex by Aion Management, the extent to which Martha needed help, and how that much needed help never truly materialized. In Part 2, we continue...

  32. Part 1: Return to the Woodlands

    Today, we are back in the Woodlands of Belleville, New Jersey. This is a continuation of the story, Advocacy Tale - Save the Woodlands Cats, done in season 1. Unfortunately...we're not returning due to good news, rather, it's because the horror has continued. Cats are still dying and going…

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  33. [RE-RELEASE] - Save the Woodlands Cats

    Save the Woodlands Cats has been re-released for ease of access. Please listen to Part 1-3 after listening to this one. "This is our first ever listener's tale! Originally, one listener tale was meant to be read after the main story, but Martha's endeavor to save abused kittens at her former...

  34. Advocacy Tale - Sano's Story

    We are back with another advocacy tale! This time it's about Jamie and Geoff's adventure rescuing Sano, a cute baby kitten on the campgrounds of San Onofre, CA. It's a sweet tale of two very dedicated cat lovers who just wanted nothing but the best for a little kitten. Listen to their rescue...

  35. Justice for Red & Blue (Long County, Georgia, 2021)

    In late January of 2021, two Georgian pitbulls, Red & Blue, went missing. A few days later, their mom, Lula Grundy, received the devastating news that they had been found deceased. Searching for answers, Lula turned to the police for help, but she soon realized that the police weren't going to do...

  36. Part 2: Little Miracles Rabbit Rescue - Christine Corson (Voorhees & Atco, New Jersey & North Point, Florida, 2000-2014)

    The final part of "The Little Miracles Rabbit Rescue" episode is here! After over a decade of hurting rabbits and allegedly scamming people out of their hard earned money, Kris' faux rescue is shut down for good. Find out the details of her fall on today's episode. Remember to check out the...

  37. Part 1: Little Miracles Rabbit Rescue - Christine Corson (Voorhees & Atco, New Jersey & North Point, Florida, 2000-2014)

    This Wednesday begins the saga (well...a 2-parter) of the sham rescue known as Little Miracles Rabbit Rescue. The owner, Christine Corson, hoarded and maltreated the bunnies in her care, and was considered a scammer by many. Listen to Part 1 of 2, to learn more about this train wreck of a rescue....

  38. Advocacy Tale - Angel's Story

    This is our first listener's tale of season 2! Today, a little rabbit named Angel's rescue and recovery story will be told. Thank you Kimberly Wheatfill of Friends of Unwanted Rabbits (FUR) for allowing me to tell his story. He's truly a special bun. Links of where you can find FUR will be below....

  39. Minnie, A Real Tough Cookie (Woking, Surrey, England, 2019)

    In October of 2019, vets in Woking, England received a badly injured tortoiseshell kitten. She had been burned, her legs damaged, and was sexually abused. But despite it all, Minnie survived. Find out about her amazing journey on this week's episode. Special thanks to Thea, Minnie's lovely mom....

  40. Diaper Fetish Rabbit Killer - Patryk Sochocki (Willington, Connecticut, 2019)

    Hello to the Season 2 of The Voiceless Speak Forever Podcast!! Today, we'll start off with a rabbit killer in Connecticut. His trial is still pending, so we don't know yet what his punishment will be... Until then, check out this ep. to learn what happened... ----more---- Desmond's Army:...

  41. The 13 Cats of Fukaya - Makoto Oya (Fukaya & Saitama City, Japan, 2016)

    From 2016 to 2017, 13 street cats from Fukaya, Japan went missing. Find out what happened to them in the season finale of The Voiceless Speak Forever podcast. ----more---- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.vsf.official/ ----more---- Facebook…

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  42. Advocacy Tales - Bunny Rabbity & Rabbit Rescue

    You guys! We have another "Advocacy Tales!" This time we have 2 stories! The first features an advocate who has been fighting against a corrupt rabbity called Bunny Rabbitry (what a creative name...) since the death of her beloved Holland Lop, Thumper; and the second is about a rescue mission...

  43. The Murder of Maya - Victoria Carey, Jennifer Wood & PETA (Norfolk County, Virginia, 2014)

    In 2014, two women who worked for PETA kidnapped a pet chihuahua named Maya. Instead of giving Maya back to her family, PETA chose to euthanize her. Listen to the episode to find out more about this case. Apologies for the audio...If anyone knows how to do sound, email me... ----more…

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  44. Advocacy Tale - Save the Woodlands Cats (Martha Hernandez)

    This is our first ever listener's tale! Originally, one listener tale was meant to be read after the main story, but Martha's endeavor to save abused kittens at her former apartment complex, The Woodlands Belleville, in Belleville, NJ, had to have its own episode. This case is time sensitive...

  45. The Craigslist Cat Killer - Kaine A. Louzader (St. Peters, Missouri, 2019)

    In 2019, the dismembered bodies of cats started showing up all throughout a neighborhood in St. Peters, MO. Who the killer was came as a surprise but how he obtained the cat was even more of one. Listen to this week's episode to find out what happened. ----more---- Instagram:...

  46. The Judulu Kennels - Judith Chamberlain (Mount Sterling, Ohio, 1994)

    In 1994, the first complaint was lodged against a dog kennel in Mt. Sterling, Ohio on suspicion of abuse and neglect. In 1996, another one was filed, then another in 1997, and the final one in 1998. It took 4 complaints before the police did anything to save the dogs from a woman's cruelty.…

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  47. Sammy the Cocker Spaniel - Keith & Shauna Morgan (Brick Township, NJ, 2013)

    In 2013, a New Jersey couple dropped off an abused dog at their local Humane Society. What appeared to be a good deed later turned out to something more nefarious. Listen to this episode to find out what happened.----more---- Sammy the Cocker Spaniel FB Page ----more---- Instagram----more----...

  48. The Black Rock Dogs – Laura Filler & John Roberts (Hampstead, Maryland, 2019)

    In 2019, a Maryland couple was arrested and charged with the abuse and murder of 54 dogs. Listen to this episode to find out more of what happened in the Black Rock Dog case. ----more---- Humane Society of Carroll County: ----more---- https://hscarroll.org ----more---- Baltimore Humane Society in...

  49. Bad Vet: The Murder of Tiger – Kristen Lindsey (Austin, Texas, 2015)

    In 2015, in rural Austin, Texas, Kristen Lindsey aimed and shot an arrow through her neighbors' pet cat, Tiger - killing him. It was already heartbreaking, but what made it worse for Tiger's parents and for other animal lovers, was the fact that Lindsey was a veterinarian - a person meant to...

  50. The Murders of Sugar Ray & Bonnie - John David Celinski (Houston, Texas, 1994)

    In 1994, down south in Houston, Texas, a boyfriend tortured & killed his girlfriend's cats, Sugar Ray & Bonnie, in an act of jealousy. A microwave, acetaminophen, and an unknown substance were all involved...Find out why he targeted her cats and what ultimately happened to him in the aftermath....

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The Voiceless Speak Forever podcast is an oral history archive of animal cruelty cases. VSF is dedicated to spreading awareness of the severity and pervasiveness of animal cruelty and memorializing lives lost in unimaginable ways for unfathomable reasons.

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