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WE'RE BACK! This week's case? The crazy story of Angela Diaz and Michelle Hadley. Ben returns to FWC for this episode! Just when you think you know what's going on, there's a twist. Another true crime story just for you. Love you guys!

Part 2 of the infamous Doomsday murders. Alyssa and I finish up the story with a nice little bow. This episode covers the investigation, trials and aftermath. Make sure to listen to part 1 first! Enjoy! Links to donate to Austin families affected by the mass shooting:  Ryder Harrington GoFundMe Rudy Garza GoFundMe Buford's 5k Fundraiser Donate blood at We Are Blood    

This week I'm joined by Alyssa to dive into one of the most disturbing and bizarre modern true crime cases: the “Doomsday Mom” murders of Lori Vallow Daybell. In Part 1, we unravel the apocalyptic beliefs, suspicious deaths, and the chilling disappearance of Tylee Ryan and J.J. Vallow that shocked the nation. This case is wild, recent, and deeply heartbreaking — and we’re just getting started. Part 2 drops next week, where we’ll cover the discovery of the bodies, the trials, and the jaw-dropping courtroom moments.   Sources Associated Press. “Lori Vallow Daybell Sentenced to Life in Prison for Murders of Her Children.” Associated Press, 31 July 2023. Associated Press. “Chad Daybell Sentenced to Death in Idaho ‘Doomsday’ Murders Case.” Associated Press, 1 June 2024. “Chad Daybell Trial Coverage.” Court TV, 2024. Dateline NBC. “Mommy Doomsday.” Dateline NBC, NBC, 2020. Dateline NBC. “Lori Vallow Daybell Speaks.” Dateline NBC, NBC, 2025. East Idaho News. Comprehensive timeline and trial coverage of the Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell cases, 2019–2024. Goffard, Christopher. “A Mother, a Doomsday Author and the Killing of Two Children.” Los Angeles Times, 2020. 48 Hours. “The Doomsday Files.” 48 Hours, CBS News, 2023. Wood, Rob. Prosecution Statements and Court Filings, State of Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell, 2021–2023. State of Idaho v. Lori Norene Vallow Daybell. Ada County District Court, 2023. Trial transcripts and court records. State of Idaho v. Chad Guy Daybell. Fremont County District Court, 2024. Trial transcripts and court records.

I can't believe it!! It's been ONE YEAR since I started Friends Who Crime. In this episode, I edited together some of my favorite moments on the podcast over the last year. WHAT FUN! If I didn't say it enough in the episode already, THANK YOU FOR LISTENING! I LOVE YOU! Follow the pod on instagram @friendswhocrime Email us at [email protected] Rate us 5 stars on your streaming service! OKAY LOVE YOU BYE!

Nathan and I discuss the heartbreaking, awful murder of Irene Garza. A woman with her whole life ahead of her, tragically cut short by someone she should have been able to trust. Poor Irene never saw it coming. And neither did we!

James and I take a wild ride through the murder of Ajike AJ Owens, a mother who just wanted to protect her child, and their neighbor, Susan Lorincz. A senseless murder with dangerous undertones that sparked a huge debate about Florida laws. This is one of my favorite episodes yet. DONATE TO THE STANDING IN THE GAP FUND. 

Ever heard of Slenderman? Ever heard of the girls who stabbed their friend because Slendy told them to? No? Give this episode a listen- it's wild. I'm joined by my anonymous bestie (or Gov. Rick Perry, as they have dubbed themselves). Such a fun yet heartbreaking episode.  Follow us on Instagram @friendswhocrime!

We've come to the end of FWC's first multi-part series on the Austin Yogurt Shop Murders. This episode focuses on the theories, the whodunnit's, and the wacky things people came up with before the case was finally solved in September 2025. Turns out the killer wasn't even on the radar. Thank you to Cortney for jumping into this case with me! Enjoy!

Cortney and I dive back into the Austin Yogurt Shop murder case. Part 2! This episode focuses on the suspects, their "evidence", and their trials. Why were they arrested? Who knows! Part 3 coming next week.

In 1991, four teenage girls were brutally murdered inside an Austin yogurt shop, and the building was set ablaze to cover the crime. This shocking case shook the community to its core and left investigators with one of the most haunting crime scenes in Texas history. In this first episode, Cortney & I walk through that December night step by step, from the girls’ last moments together to the devastating discovery by firefighters. It’s the beginning of a mystery that would stretch on for decades. The podcast's first multi-part series!    Sources “DNA evidence links a dead man to the 1991 killings of 4 girls at Texas yogurt shop.” AP News, 27 Sept. 2025, https://apnews.com/article/1bc45a19a8fe021bde015794de9a5865. “Break in 1991 Texas yoghurt shop murders sparks hope for cold cases: ‘There are other victims out there.’” The Guardian, 3 Oct. 2025, https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/oct/03/texas-yoghurt-shop-murders-dna-testing. Lamm, Charles. “Coerced confessions: How Austin police got the yogurt shop murders wrong.” Austin American-Statesman, 28 Sept. 2025, https://www.statesman.com/news/local/article/false-confessions-austin-yogurt-shop-murders-21074122.php. Mazziotta, Julie. “How a ‘Yogurt Shop Murders’ Victim’s Final Struggle Led Police to a Serial Killer Suspect 34 Years Later.” People Magazine, 28 Sept. 2025, https://people.com/yogurt-shop-murders-victim-helped-identify-suspected-killer-11823320. Zorthian, Julia. “How Investigators Identified a New Suspect in the Yogurt Shop Murders Case.” Time, 30 Sept. 2025, https://time.com/7321492/yogurt-shop-murders-suspect/. “Austin Police Department: Significant Breakthrough in 1991 I Can’t Believe It’s Yogurt Murders.” City of Austin, 27 Sept. 2025, https://www.austintexas.gov/news/significant-breakthrough-made-1991-i-cant-believe-its-yogurt-murders. “Austin police identify suspect in the 1991 yogurt shop murders.” CBS News, 27 Sept. 2025, https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/austin-cold-case-yogurt-shop-murders-suspect/. “DNA helps solve ‘haunting’ yogurt shop quadruple killings more than 3 decades later.” ABC News, 27 Sept. 2025, https://abcnews.go.com/US/haunting-yogurt-shop-quadruple-killings-solved-3-decades/story?id=126035260. McGlinchy, Audrey. “Suspect identified in Austin’s infamous yogurt shop murders.” KUT 90.5, 26 Sept. 2025, https://www.kut.org/austin/2025-09-26/yogurt-shop-murders-austin-robert-eugene-brashers. “Families of yogurt shop murder victims find closure as DNA links suspect 34 years later.” CBS Austin, 27 Sept. 2025, https://cbsaustin.com/news/local/families-of-yogurt-shop-murder-victims-find-closure-as-dna-links-suspect-34-years-later. Ray, Michael. “The Yogurt Shop Murders Have Been Cold for 34 Years — but Police May Have Just Solved the Case.” Biography.com, 29 Sept. 2025, https://www.biography.com/crime/a68118001/yogurt-store-murders-case-and-suspects/. “DNA Unmasks Yogurt Shop Murders Suspect After Over 30 Years.” The Daily Beast, 27 Sept. 2025, https://www.thedailybeast.com/dna-unmasks-yogurt-shop-murders-suspect-robert-eugene-brashers-after-over-30-years/. “’Unreal’: True crime junkies react to Yogurt Shop Murders breakthrough.” MySanAntonio, 28 Sept. 2025, https://www.mysanantonio.com/news/austin/article/yogurt-shop-murders-solved-reactions-21072996.php. “DNA testing links dead man to Texas yogurt shop killings.” Washington Post, 27 Sept. 2025, https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2025/09/27/robert-eugene-brashers-yogurt-shop-murders/. “Why Were the Yogurt Shop Murders Unsolved for 34 Years?” People Magazine, 25 Sept. 2025, https://people.com/why-are-the-yogurt-shop-murders-unsolved-11785825.

Get ready to sizzle with our spookiest yet sassiest episode so far! Brynn is joined by true crime fan Spooky Kim to unravel the case of Elfrieda Knaak – a 1928 mystery that’s equal parts gruesome and bizarre. We’ll dig into how this Sunday-school teacher ended up burned beyond recognition in a village hall furnace, while spouting wild “spirit love” theories that had reporters and police raising eyebrows. Toss in a 1920s love triangle, her married instructor-cum-police officer and his jealous admirer—and it’s a recipe for suspicion (and maybe a few ghost sightings). Prepare for laughter and goosebumps as we blur the line between murder, suicide, and supernatural mischief in this totally unpredictable tale.   Sources Flowers, Ashley, and Brit Prawat. “Mysterious Death of: Elfrieda Knaak.” Crime Junkie, 21 Oct. 2024. Potash, Larry. “Death of Elfrieda Knaak still haunts Lake Bluff residents, 90 years later.” WGN-TV, 7 Feb. 2019. Potash, Larry. “Death of the ‘Furnace Girl’ Elfrieda Knaak.” Backstory with Larry Potash, 7 Feb. 2019. Moreland, Kraig W., and Toby Jones. The Furnace Girl: The Mysterious Case of Elfrieda Knaak. Across the Lake Publishing Company, 2018. Franklin, Shaffer. “The Girl in the Furnace.” The Forest Scout, 29 Oct. 2018. Grossman, Ron. “Who really killed Elfrieda Knaak?” Chicago Tribune, 27 Nov. 2016. Radin, Edward. “Mystery of the flaming beauty.” Tampa Bay Times, 13 Mar. 1949. Lake Bluff History Museum. “Suicide or murder: The death of Elfrieda Knaak.” YouTube, 2018. Associated Press. “Woman near death from self-inflicted burns to prove faith in spirit love.” Taylorville Daily Breeze-Courier, 31 Oct. 1928. Associated Press. “Self torture by fire, woman’s idea of faith.” Sterling Standard, 31 Oct. 1928. Associated Press. “Woman near death in fire ritual case.” Rock Island Argus, 1 Nov. 1928. Associated Press. “Secret of girl’s self inflicted torture mystery.” Alton Evening Telegraph, 2 Nov. 1928. International News Service. “Hitchcock tells of power over burning victim.” Waukegan News-Sun, 31 Oct. 1928. International News Service. “Army deserter confesses to furnace death.” Belleville News-Democrat, 29 Nov. 1928. International News Service. “No faith in man’s story.” Belleville News-Democrat, 30 Nov. 1928. International News Service. “Murderer of teacher tried to end lie.” Belleville News-Democrat, 7 Dec. 1928. United Press. “Girl burns in furnace.” Daily Chronicle (DeKalb, Ill.), 31 Oct. 1928. United Press. “Case still is puzzle.” Daily Chronicle (DeKalb, Ill.), 1 Nov. 1928. United Press. “Knaak girl fails to shed light on furnace case.” Daily Chronicle (DeKalb, Ill.), 2 Nov. 1928. United Press. “Will examine brain of dead tortured girl.” Daily Chronicle (DeKalb, Ill.), 6 Nov. 1928. United Press. “Girl’s story told today.” Daily Chronicle (DeKalb, Ill.), 10 Nov. 1928. United Press. “Suicide says jury verdict in Knaak case.” Daily Chronicle (DeKalb, Ill.), 12 Nov. 1928. United Press. “Think case was murder.” Daily Chronicle (DeKalb, Ill.), 5 Nov. 1928. United Press. “Police chief at Lake Bluff is discharged.” Daily Chronicle (DeKalb, Ill.), 28 Nov. 1928. United Press. “Girl attempts to kill herself by jumping in fire.” Belleville News-Democrat, 16 Feb. 1929. United Press. “Hitchcock of ‘furnace’ fame is arrested.” Belleville News-Democrat, 14 Aug. 1929. United Press. “Knaak case is reopened for investigation.” Belleville News-Democrat, 15 Aug. 1929. “Ex-coed is near death; quiz film actor cop.” Chicago Tribune, 31 Oct. 1928. “Girl burned in Lake Bluff furnace dies.” Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 1928. “Burned girl held victim of self hypnosis.” Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 1928. “Family refuses to believe Miss Knaak tortured self.” Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 1928. “Mystery clings to furnace case after girl dies.” Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 1928. “Relatives start own inquiry of furnace death.” Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 1928. “Crowds fail to get glimpse of death furnace.” Chicago Tribune, 5 Nov. 1928. “Put burned girl in death trance, mystic asserts.” Chicago Tribune, 7 Nov. 1928. “Details of affairs are shrouded in mystery.” Waukegan News-Sun, 30 Oct. 1928. “Girl, dying, takes all blame.” Waukegan News-Sun, 31 Oct. 1928. “Steadfast in a dying refusal to name mate.” Waukegan News-Sun, 1 Nov. 1928. “Suicide is held to be illogical solution.” Waukegan News-Sun, 2 Nov. 1928. “Physicians think girl inflicted own burns.” Waukegan News-Sun, 3 Nov. 1928. “Knaak case solution is sought by state.” Waukegan News-Sun, 5 Nov. 1928. “Probe new clue in Knaak case at Lake Bluff.” Waukegan News-Sun, 6 Nov. 1928. “Thirty called to testify in Knaak inquest Sat.” Waukegan News-Sun, 8 Nov. 1928. “Witnesses may throw light on tragedy.” Waukegan News-Sun, 9 Nov. 1928. “Knaak case inquest is being held here today.” Waukegan News-Sun, 10 Nov. 1928. “Continue probe of Knaak case despite verdict.” Waukegan News-Sun, 12 Nov. 1928. “Spiritual link found in fire torture death.” Waukegan News-Sun, 13 Nov. 1928. Hoffman, Gene. “Proves faith in psychic sweetheart.” Mattoon Journal Gazette, 31 Oct. 1928. Quinby, Ione. “Murder, and a woman implicated, avers girl writer in attempt at solution of furnace mystery.” Belleville News-Democrat, 19 Nov. 1928. Quinby, Ione. “Citing evidence, girl improves her theory in furnace mystery.” Belleville News-Democrat, 20 Nov. 1928. Quinby, Ione. “Girl reporter reviews events in Knaak case to uphold her theory.” Belleville News-Democrat, 21 Nov. 1928. Quinby, Ione. “Hypnotism, suicide theories rejected.” Belleville News-Democrat, 22 Nov. 1928. Quinby, Ione. “Girl investigator gives her solution of furnace mystery.” Belleville News-Democrat, 23 Nov. 1928. “Another clew linked with murder case.” Belleville News-Democrat, 6 Nov. 1928. “Army deserter confesses to furnace death.” Belleville News-Democrat, 29 Nov. 1928. “No faith in man’s story.” Belleville News-Democrat, 30 Nov. 1928. “Murderer of teacher tried to end lie.” Belleville News-Democrat, 7 Dec. 1928. “Confession repudiated by suspect.” Lake County Register (Libertyville, Ill.), 12 Dec. 1928. “Think M’Veagh insanity faked.” Lake County Register (Libertyville, Ill.), 12 Dec. 1928. “Miss Knaak’s moods shown.” Lake County Register (Libertyville, Ill.), 12 Dec. 1928. “Elfrieda tells of dual career.” Lake County Register (Libertyville, Ill.), 12 Dec. 1928. “Details of affairs are shrouded in mystery.” Waukegan News-Sun, 30 Oct. 1928. Daily Illini. “Mystery of Knaak death is unsolved; strange letter sent.” 8 Nov. 1928. Chicago Daily News. “The weird case of Elfrieda Knaak.” 25 Nov. 1944.

This is a CRAZY story. One of the first hoaxes to go absolutely viral. How did a little boy end up floating into the sky in a flying saucer? Well, he didn't. The Balloon Boy hoax has everything you want in a hoax story. And it's still true crime indeed!    Sources “All That’s Interesting. The Balloon Boy Hoax And The True Story Behind It.” All That’s Interesting, 2019, https://allthatsinteresting.com/balloon-boy. “Balloon boy hoax.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Balloon_boy_hoax. “Balloon Boy’s Parents to Plead Guilty to Lying, FAA Investigating.” ABC News, 13 Nov. 2009, https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/balloon-boy-parents-plead-guilty-faa-investigating/story?id=9073090. “Both balloon boy parents sentenced to jail time for hoax.” The Christian Science Monitor, 23 Dec. 2009, https://www.csmonitor.com/USA/Justice/2009/1223/Both-balloon-boy-parents-sentenced-to-jail-time-for-hoax. “Couple behind 2009 'balloon boy' hoax in US granted pardons.” The Guardian, 24 Dec. 2020, https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/dec/24/couple-behind-2009-balloon-boy-hoax-in-us-granted-pardons. “’Balloon Boy’ parents sentenced in Colorado.” History.com, A&E Television Networks, 23 Dec. 2009, https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/december-23/balloon-boy-parents-sentenced-in-colorado. “Parents convicted in 2009 'balloon boy' hoax pardoned.” AP News, The Associated Press, 23 Dec. 2020, https://apnews.com/article/us-news-colorado-denver-fa2071fb9e5a32a668654919bc729eda. “Remembering the Balloon Boy Hoax That ‘Riveted the Nation’ and Ended in Controversy.” Oxygen True Crime, NBCUniversal, 11 Oct. 2019, https://www.oxygen.com/crime-news/balloon-boy-hoax-heene-family-what-to-know. SFGate/AP. “Balloon boy’s parents sentenced: Both jail time.” SFGate, 23 Dec. 2009, https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Balloon-boy-s-parents-sentenced-Both-jail-time-3277601.php. “The Balloon Boy Hoax—Solved!” 5280 Magazine, 13 Oct. 2009, https://5280.com/the-balloon-boy-hoax-solved. Time Staff. “The True Story Behind Trainwreck: Balloon Boy.” Time, 29 Aug. 2024, https://time.com/7302213/trainwreck-balloon-boy-netflix/. Trull, Armando. “’Balloon Boy’ Family Denies Alleged Hoax, Says They’ve Been Misunderstood for 10 Years.” People, 16 Oct. 2019, https://people.com/balloon-boy-hoax-not-the-whole-story-family-says-maintain-innocence-in-florida-exclusive-11772382

I’m joined by Isa to dive into the shocking disappearance of Cari Farver. What started as a simple dating triangle exploded into years of stalking, tens of thousands of harassing messages, arson, and a murder with no body ever found. Together, Isa and I break down how Shanna “Liz” Golyar spun a web of lies so twisted it took digital forensics and years of detective work to unravel. From the first red flags to the jaw-dropping courtroom finale, this episode is a wild ride through obsession, deception, and justice.   Here are the sources used to research this episode of Friends Who Crime: “48 Hours: What Happened to Cari Farver?” CBS News, 20 Apr. 2019, www.nytimes.com/2016/12/19/us/shanna-golyar-cari-farver.html. Keating, Dan. “Inside the Bizarre Disappearance of Cari Farver.” People Magazine, 20 Apr. 2019, people.com/crime/cari-farver-bizarre-disappearance-shanna-golyar/. Panella, Chris. “How a Woman Pretended to Be Her Boyfriend’s Ex for 3 Years, Sending Him 50,000 Texts and 15,000 Emails.” Business Insider, 18 Jan. 2023, www.businessinsider.com/true-crime-lover-stalker-killer-netflix-case-2023-1. Supreme Court of Nebraska. State of Nebraska v. Shanna L. Golyar. 300 Neb. 213, 912 N.W.2d 890. 27 Apr. 2018. Nebraska Judicial Branch, www.nebraska.gov/apps-courts-epub/public/viewOpinion?docId=N00006309PUB. Lover, Stalker, Killer. Directed by Sam Hobkinson, Netflix, 2023. If you want to dive deeper into this case, I highly recommend checking out the Netflix documentary Lover, Stalker, Killer. They go into even more detail about the investigation, trial, and the wild digital evidence that cracked the case.

This week, Maggie & I chat about the case of Boulder Jane Doe- a mystery that remained unsolved for years until a chance happening knocks it wide open again. It's a truly amazing journey. Boulder Jane Doe AKA Dorothy Gay Howard. Give this true crime podcast a listen!  Show Notes The Hulu documentary is "Web of Death" Episode 2. Enjoy :) Follow the pod on instagram! @friendswhocrime  Sources "After 55 Years, Boulder Jane Doe's Story Is Finally Solved... " Reddit, www.reddit.com/r/gratefuldoe/comments/1bo11sh/after_55_years_boulder_jane_does_story_is_finally/. "Boulder Jane Doe: How a 1954 Jane Doe Helped Solve Other Missing Persons Cases." Reddit, www.reddit.com/r/UnresolvedMysteries/comments/173d85v/boulder_jane_doe_how_a_1954_jane_doe_helped_solve/. Colorado Public Radio Staff. "Boulder's 'Jane Doe' Identified." Colorado Public Radio, www.cpr.org/show-segment/boulders-jane-doe-identified/. "Did 'Lonely Hearts Killer' Harvey Glatman Murder Dorothy Gay Howard?" 5280 Magazine, www.5280.com/did-lonely-hearts-killer-harvey-glatman-murder-dorothy-gay-howard/. "Glamor Girl Slayer." LASDRetired.org, lasdretired.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Glamor-Girl-Slayer.pdf. Pettem, Silvia. "Silvia Pettem." Boulder Reporting Lab, boulderreportinglab.org/author/silvia-pettem/. "Sleuthing for Jane Doe." The Coloradan, University of Colorado Boulder, www.colorado.edu/coloradan/2010/09/01/sleuthing-jane-doe. "The Grave of Dorothy 'Dot' Gay Howard (March 26th, 1936, to April 1954), Previously a Jane Doe Identified Through the Use of DNA in 2009." Reddit, www.reddit.com/r/CemeteryPorn/comments/17jbxrl/the_grave_of_dorothy_dot_gay_howard_march_26th/. Walton, Richard H. "Boulder Jane Doe." CBDIAI, cbdiai.org/uploads/1/2/4/0/124025868/boulder_jane_doe.pdf. 

This week on Friends Who Crime, I'm taking a break from human-related mayhem to dive into the truly bizarre and wild world of cryptids. I'm joined by my fantastic guest, Devon, as we explore some of the weirdest and wildest legends right here in the Lone Star State, with a special focus on the Austin area. We'll be talking about everything from the spectral Hairy Man of Round Rock and the tragic tale of the Texas Goatman to the elusive and possibly returning Jaguarundi. These aren't just spooky stories; they're woven into the history and landscape of Texas, reflecting its fears, its tragedies, and its enduring fascination with the unknown. So grab a drink, get cozy, and join us for a journey into the dark corners of Texas folklore. Info on the Hairy Man Festival can be found here: https://www.bcmud.org/hairyman Info on the Lake Worth Monster Bash can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/LakeWorthMonsterBash/    Sources: A Brief History of The Beast of Bear Creek. Kimble County Historical Commission. A Look at the Past, Present and Future of Wyoming Springs. City of Round Rock. Beer and a legend: The Bear King returns. Burnet Bulletin. The Fouke Monster. Fouke Monster Research Center. From Local Legend to Beer Label: How the Bear King Found a Home in Marble Falls. Texas Monthly. The 'Goatman' of Lake Worth. Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge. The Hairy Man of Round Rock, Texas. LegendsofAmerica.com. The Hairy Man, Round Rock's Hairiest Legend. Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District. Here's A Look At 10 Cryptids From The Lone Star State. A-to-Z Texas. Mims, J. "Is the Jaguarundi an Extinct Cat?" Texas Hill Country. Mims, J. "Is the Jaguarundi back in Texas?" Texas Hill Country. Mims, J. "The Tragic, Vengeful Ghost of the Texas Goatman." Texas Hill Country. Legends, Lore, & Texas Cryptids. Go Texas. The Bear Lake Monster of Northern Utah and Southern Idaho. Atlas Obscura.

This week it’s just me, myself, and I, so buckle up for a solo episode of Friends Who Crime! Things get a little darker without a guest to banter with, but hey, sometimes that’s just the vibe. Moving forward, my plan is three episodes a month with guests (as usual) and one solo episode that’s a little shorter, where I might cover another case, dive into something paranormal or morbid, or even share stories from listeners. If you’ve got a creepy, weird, or crime-y tale you’d like me to read on the show, send it over to https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tainted-love-the-case-of-gailen-eugene-gene-thurnau-ii/id1721815484?i=1000663171671 Robert Peterson Obituary | Afterall, https://www.afterall.com/obituaries/d-8175141/st-petersburg-florida/robert-d-peterson/january-0001 Watch The Killer Beside Me: S1E6 - Living a Lie on Philo (Free Trial), https://www.philo.com/player/show/U2hvdzo2MDg1NDg4OTk2NDg0NjgxMTk?episode=RXBpc29kZTo2MDg1NDg4OTk2NDg5NTQ3NjE The Killer Beside Me - Apple TV, https://tv.apple.com/pt/show/the-killer-beside-me/umc.cmc.zid3wjxp6oi1lyqmtgs1e8jr?l=en-GB Living a Lie - The Killer Beside Me (Season 1, Episode 6) - Apple TV, https://tv.apple.com/us/episode/living-a-lie/umc.cmc.5jg3ivjwmpmh3h4kb1jxfb4b4 Watch The Killer Beside Me Season 1 Episode 6 - Living a Lie | HBO Max, https://www.hbomax.com/ht/en/shows/killer-beside-me/s1/4bd5557a-6e8f-4a55-9acb-1c6309ae7c68/e6-living-a-lie/3ecf0645-305b-426d-855c-ab9e0ec2d28b Watch The Killer Beside Me | Season 1 Episode 6 - HBO Max https://www.hbomax.com/md/en/shows/killer-beside-me/s1/4bd5557a-6e8f-4a55-9acb-1c6309ae7c68/e6-living-a-lie/3ecf0645-305b-426d-855c-ab9e0ec2d28b

This week on Friends Who Crime, Morgan joins me as we dive into the wild, twisted story of Pam Hupp — a case that’s equal parts unbelievable and infuriating. We’ll unpack the suspicious death of Betsy Faria, the bizarre murder of Louis Gumpenberger, and the tangled web of lies Pam spun along the way. From fake 911 calls to insurance scams, this one has more jaw-dropping moments than I can count. Morgan’s reactions are priceless, and together we try to make sense of a case that feels straight out of a crime drama — except it’s all terrifyingly real.   SOURCES "Pam Hupp." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. "2026 Trial Date Set for Pam Hupp." Lincoln County Journal. "Murder Charges Re-Filed Against Pamela Hupp, Inspiration for TV Miniseries." Court TV. "Renée Zellweger Stars In The NBC Docudrama The Thing About Pam. Here's the True Story Behind the Series." Time. "The Unimaginable, Infamous Case of Pam Hupp." St. Louis Magazine.

A short and sweet episode about the death of Phoebe Hansjuk. Was it an accident? Or something far more sinister? If you want a deeper dive, here are some places you can go: Phoebe's family's website My recommendation: Morbid's podcast episodes on the case (streaming services ofc) Crime Junkie's podcast episode on the case (you can also find it on streaming services) Phoebe's Fall podcast from the Sydney Morning Herald (also found on streaming services) Reddit is an amazing place   Truly, this podcast is my favorite thing to do. However, it takes several hours each week to research, schedule, record, edit, and prep each episode for release. I will continue to record an episode each week, but some of them may be solo episodes without guests. As the name of the podcast suggests, it's so much more fun to record with a friend, and I intent to keep that standard. I hope you all will understand where I'm coming from and continue to be listeners. Thank you for every minute that you listen and support the pod. Love you guys!

I’m joined by my friend Andy—who you may remember from a previous episode—as we dive into the wild and disturbing story of the Buddhafield cult. Led by a Speedo-wearing ex-actor turned spiritual guru, this cult promised enlightenment but delivered manipulation, control, and secrecy. I’ll walk you through the timeline, share stories from former members, and dig into the psychology that keeps people trapped in groups like this. With Andy’s unique insight from his own experience growing up Mormon, we balance the dark with a little humor along the way. This one’s a wild ride—trust me.   SOURCES Allen, Will, director. Holy Hell. The Film Collaborative, 2016. Blumenfeld, Paul. “The Buddhafield Cult and the Man Who Documented It.” The Atlantic, 29 May 2016, www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2016/05/holy-hell-will-allen-buddhafield-cult/484376/. Flynn, Meagan. “Buddhafield: Inside the Cult That Hid in Plain Sight in Austin.” Austin Monthly, 19 June 2020, www.austinmonthly.com/buddhafield-inside-the-cult-that-hid-in-plain-sight-in-austin/. Gupta, Prachi. “Inside the Strange, Sad World of Buddhafield, the Yoga Cult.” Cosmopolitan, 27 May 2016, www.cosmopolitan.com/lifestyle/news/a59242/holy-hell-documentary-buddhafield-cult/. Luscombe, Belinda. “The 'Holy Hell' Cult's Leader Is Still at It. Here's How to Spot a Cult.” Time, 27 May 2016, www.time.com/4352395/holy-hell-cult-documentary-sundance/. Rosen, Christopher. “Holy Hell Director Will Allen Talks About Escaping from a Cult and Sharing His Story.” Entertainment Weekly, 25 May 2016, www.ew.com/article/2016/05/25/holy-hell-director-will-allen-buddhafield/. Sloat, Sarah. “Inside the Cult at the Center of ‘Holy Hell.’” Inverse, 26 May 2016, www.inverse.com/article/15786-inside-the-cult-at-the-center-of-holy-hell. Weinman, Sarah. “The Cult Next Door.” BuzzFeed News, 2 June 2016, www.buzzfeednews.com/article/sarahweinman/the-cult-next-door.

On this episode, Jessica and I delve into the shocking 1945 murder of Dorothy Eggers, a case that proves even the meekest men can harbor unimaginable darkness. Discover how a seemingly mild-mannered husband committed a brutal act of dismemberment, then proceeded with a cover-up so inept it's almost comical. You won't believe the bizarre detail—a bunion!—that ultimately cracked this baffling case wide open. Join us for a wild ride through incompetence, betrayal, and the surprising path to justice.   SOURCES Dorothy Eggers | DPLA, https://dp.la/item/183444d0171058e25678f9a8bf42c110 Investigation at the Eggers' home — Calisphere,  https://calisphere.org/item/27b866b376f5e5f62f3db368b952bc56/ Mary Lee, Dorothy Eggers' mother - Calisphere,  https://calisphere.org/item/622fd0eed8d8b69a57e83bc19797b1c1/ People v. Eggers :: :: Supreme Court of California Decisions - Justia Law, https://law.justia.com/cases/california/supreme-court/2d/30/676.html People v. Eggers - 30 Cal.2d 676 - Fri, 10/03/1947 - Supreme Court of California, https://scocal.stanford.edu/opinion/people-v-eggers-23864 A murderous husband is executed | October 15, 1948 - History.com, 2025, https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/october-15/a-murderous-husband-is-executed The Horrific Murder of Dorothy Eggers - Apple Podcasts,  https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/the-horrific-murder-of-dorothy-eggers/id1379959217?i=1000551440354 The Horrific Murder of Dorothy Eggers - Supla, https://www.supla.fi/episode/7a0db35c-8d38-5b42-95b4-c654066fc4eb PEOPLE v. EGGERS (1947) - FindLaw Caselaw, https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/ca-supreme-court/1794358.html

SURPRISE! A follow-up to episode 12, Blaine and I sit down to discuss the new updates in the Idaho College Murders case. With a plea deal in place, sentencing is set for late July. The day after we recorded this, the judge on the case lifted the gag order, so there will likely be even more updates soon. Follow @friendswhocrime on Instagram for more immediate updates!   Verified News & Legal Sources: Boone, Rebecca. “Bryan Kohberger Pleads Guilty in Idaho Student Killings to Avoid Death Penalty.” AP News, 2 July 2025, https://www.reddit.com. Various Creators. “True Crime Commentary on Bryan Kohberger Plea Deal.” TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com. Law&Crime Network. “Legal Analysis of Bryan Kohberger Guilty Plea.” YouTube, https://www.youtube.com.

This week, I'm flying solo to bring you a deep dive into one of the most perplexing cases I've ever encountered: the confounding death of Rebecca Zahau. Found nude, bound, and hanging from a balcony at the historic Spreckels Mansion, her death was ruled a suicide by police. But Rebecca's family and independent experts fiercely dispute this, uncovering shocking evidence that points to something far more sinister. Join me as we unravel the knots of this bizarre mystery, where the official narrative clashes with a relentless pursuit of justice. SOURCES "5 Things to Know About the Mysterious Hanging Death of Rebecca Zahau." Investigation Discovery, https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/id-shows/5-things-to-know-about-the-mysterious-hanging-death-of-rebecca-zahau. "AmmendDCLetter.pdf." CBS 8, https://interactive.cbs8.com/pdf/AmmendDCLetter.pdf. "CONSPIRACY: Rebecca Zahau." Crime Junkie Podcast, https://crimejunkiepodcast.com/conspiracy-rebecca-zahau/. "Death at the Mansion: Rebecca Zahau." Apple TV, https://tv.apple.com/us/show/death-at-the-mansion-rebecca-zahau/umc.cmc.qht5guqqlnuj408hfiebid1u. "Death at the Mansion: Rebecca Zahau." Prime Video, https://www.primevideo.com/detail/Death-at-the-Mansion-Rebecca-Zahau/0P9H58VM22NPSG5J764LP8AFGF. "Death of Rebecca Zahau." Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_of_Rebecca_Zahau. "Family of Rebecca Zahau Sue for Wrongful Death." JD Supra, https://www.jdsupra.com/post/documentViewerEmbed.aspx?fid=098bd388-2698-4471-b5e7-2483e4766216&height=720&width=581. Gotfredson, David. "New Book Reveals Fresh Evidence in Rebecca Zahau Death Case." CBS 8, https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/new-book-reveals-fresh-evidence-in-rebecca-zahau-death-case/509-845034bd-bff9-40fe-a0fd-0962f2e0fd3f. Gotfredson, David. "Pathologist: Zahau's Head Injuries Unexplained by Hanging Scenario." CBS 8, https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/pathologist-zahaus-head-injuries-unexplained-by-hanging-scenario/509-b3d15f9f-f9f7-4fb4-8207-1e53e0da9d07. "History of the Inn | Coronado Island | Glorietta Bay Inn." Glorietta Bay Inn, https://www.gloriettabayinn.com/history.php. "Mansion of Secrets: The Mysterious Death of Rebecca Zahau." YouTube, uploaded by Dr. Phil, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-WXe26U0CII. "Mansion of Secrets: The Mysterious Death of Rebecca Zahau." YouTube, uploaded by Dr. Phil, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33omf9Ubwjw. "Mansion of Secrets: The Mysterious Death of Rebecca Zahau Analysis by Dr. Phil." YouTube, uploaded by Dr. Phil, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LmljeUyPaRY. "Rebecca Zahau California Mansion Mysterious Death Murder Suicide." People, https://people.com/rebecca-zahau-california-mansion-mysterious-death-murder-suicide-8750428. "Rebecca Zahau Civil Trial Key Testimonies." YouTube, uploaded by 10 News, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t3zCvkq1R4c. "Rebecca Zahau Forensic Experts Analysis." YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4wqJj1URaro. "Rebecca Zahau Knots Analysis Crime Scene." YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MubSxiEjh58. "Rebecca Zahau's Shocking Second Autopsy Results Revealed on Dr. Phil." Coronado Times, https://coronadotimes.com/news/2011/11/16/rebecca-zahaus-shocking-second-autopsy-results-revealed-on-dr-phil/. "Rebecca Zahau 'She Saved Him. Can You Save Her.' Message Expert Analysis Non-Suicide." YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ns7xnlaPRzI. "Rebecca Zahau Suicide Ruling Evidence." YouTube, uploaded by 10 News, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-JNySMuucc. "Reviews for Unraveling the Knots." NetGalley, https://www.netgalley.com/book/213458/reviews?direction=desc&page=4&=r.updated. "Settlement Reached in Rebecca Zahau Civil Case." CBS 8, https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/settlement-reached-in-rebecca-zahau-civil-case/509-eafda3e2-84c9-434f-aecb-7bba10255e9d. "True Crime Author Dives into the Death of Rebecca Zahau." YouTube, uploaded by CBS 8 San Diego, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0dbqflHZois&pp=0gcJCfwAo7VqN5tD. "Zahau Case." Greer Law APC, https://greerlawapc.com/zahau-case.

Join us on Friends Who Crime as we unravel the perplexing disappearance of Maura Murray. In 2004, this 21-year-old nursing student vanished after a car crash on a desolate New Hampshire road, leaving behind a scene riddled with conflicting accounts and baffling clues. With my amazing co-host Mollie, we'll delve into the strange circumstances, examine the competing theories, and explore why this case remains one of true crime's most enduring mysteries. Tune in for a deep dive into a vanishing act that continues to haunt.   SOURCES MAURA MURRAY - HAVERHILL, NEW HAMPSHIRE - FBI, accessed June 29, 2025, https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/vicap/missing-persons/maura-murray---haverhill-new-hampshire Missing Maura Murray - Audioboom, accessed June 29, 2025, https://audioboom.com/channels/4842113-missing-maura-murray Disappearance of Maura Murray - Wikipedia, accessed June 29, 2025, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Maura_Murray On The 15th Anniversary Of Maura Murray's Disappearance, Is There A New Lead?, accessed June 29, 2025, https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/missing/maura-murray-15th-anniversary-new-lead-remains-found Maura Murray - Crime Timeline, accessed June 29, 2025, https://crimetimelines.com/maura-murray/ Maura Murray - New Hampshire Department of Justice - NH.gov, accessed June 29, 2025, https://www.doj.nh.gov/bureaus/cold-case-unit/victim-list/maura-murray UMass Student Now Missing 10 Years Without A Trace - CBS Boston, accessed June 29, 2025, https://www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/umass-student-now-missing-10-years-without-a-trace/ NE Unsolved: Maura Murray - Boston 25 News, accessed June 29, 2025, https://www.boston25news.com/news/ne-unsolved-maura-murray-1/141585422/ Maura Murray's Disappearance: Inside the 2004 Case and Her ..., accessed June 29, 2025, https://people.com/maura-murray-disappearance-what-to-know-8786014 The Disappearance of Maura Murray: A Chilling True Crime Mystery - Apple Podcasts, accessed June 29, 2025, https://podcasts.apple.com/sg/podcast/the-disappearance-of-maura-murray-a-chilling/id1744360946?i=1000710796035 Best Maura Murray Podcasts (2025) - Player FM, accessed June 29, 2025, https://player.fm/podcasts/Maura-Murray Disappearance of Brianna Maitland - Wikipedia, accessed June 29, 2025, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Brianna_Maitland

On this episode of Friends Who Crime, Ben joins me to explore a case so audacious, it sounds like fiction: the murder of Fred Oesterreich. We'll uncover the shocking truth behind his death, involving his "naughty vamp" wife Dolly and her teenage lover, who spent years hidden in their attic. Prepare for a tale of obsession, deception, and a cover-up so bizarre, it defied belief for a decade. Sources: "A Crime to Remember." Wikipedia, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Crime_to_Remember. Ancestry.com. "Fred Oesterreich." Ancestry.com, www.ancestry.com/search/?name=Fred_Oesterreich&birth=1877&death=1922. "The Attic Lover: The Bizarre Case of Dolly Oesterreich." YouTube, www.youtube.com/watch?v=rVvUhgkIzFI. "Dolly Oesterreich – The Craziness Begins." Scandals and Sweets, scandalsandsweets.com/2021/03/23/dolly-oesterreich-the-craziness-begins/. "Fred & Dolly Oesterreich." Morbid, Wondery, podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fred-dolly-oesterreich/id1379959217?i=1000586175130. "Hidden History of LA: The Murderous Lover Who Lived in a Silver Lake Attic." LAist, laist.com/news/la-history/hidden-history-of-la-the-murderous-lover-who-lived-in-a-silver-lake-attic. "Hidden History of LA: The Murderous Lover Who Lived in a Silver Lake Attic." LAist Off-Ramp, laist.com/podcasts/off-ramp/hidden-history-of-la-the-murderous-lover-who-lived-in-a-silver-lake-attic. "The Lengths of Love: Otto Sanhuber & Walburga 'Dolly' Oesterreich." Buried Motives, podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/the-lengths-of-love-otto-sanhuber-walburga/id1579516226?i=1000617932829. "Love, Lies, and a Man in the Walls." Hitched 2 Homicide, Deezer, www.deezer.com/us/show/1085742. "The Lover in the Attic: A Torrid Triangle Gone Bad." MyLifetime.com, www.mylifetime.com/movies/the-lover-in-the-attic-a-true-story/articles/the-lover-in-the-attic-a-torrid-triangle-gone-bad. Mason, Jeffrey C. The Twisted Case of Dolly Oesterreich. Goodreads, www.goodreads.com/book/show/195112330-the-twisted-case-of-dolly-oesterreich. Mason, Jeffrey C. The Twisted Case of Dolly Oesterreich: True Crime. Amazon Kindle Store, www.amazon.com/TWISTED-CASE-DOLLY-OESTERREICH-CRIME-ebook/dp/B0CCXZ7N46. "Mrs. Walburga Oesterreich, in 1930." Calisphere, calisphere.org/item/ark:/21198/zz0002pjzb/. Nugent, Addison. "The Married Woman Who Kept Her Lover in the Attic." Atlas Obscura, www.atlasobscura.com/articles/the-married-woman-who-kept-her-lover-in-the-attic. "The Oesterreich Case: The Attic Lover." Deranged LA Crimes, derangedlacrimes.com/?p=11877. "TIL a woman secretly kept her lover hidden in her attic for 10 years, and he eventually murdered her husband." Reddit, www.reddit.com/r/todayilearned/comments/1k3g2ra/til_a_woman_secretly_kept_her_lover_hidden_in_her/. "Vagabond." Time, content.time.com/time/subscriber/article/0,33009,752478-2,00.html. "Walburga Oesterreich." Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walburga_Oesterreich.

Join Alyssa and I as we dive into the murder of Carrie Olson. A beautiful life cut short by a man who didn't treat her right. Excuse our silliness (or don't). Hopefully you laugh along with us.  Sources Carrie Olson | Family And Death Cause - LonelyFights, accessed June 14, 2025, https://api-membership.himap.ph/10322338/carrie-olson-family-and-death-cause/ Carrie Olson | Family And Death Cause - MoodySites, accessed June 14, 2025, https://crm.patioconcepts.ca/10322338/carrie-olson-family-and-death-cause/ NOTICE - Illinois Courts, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.illinoiscourts.gov/files/3150821_R23.pdf/opinion Photos: Experts testify as autopsy evidence presented at McVay trial | wqad.com, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.wqad.com/article/news/local/photos-experts-testify-as-autopsy-evidence-presented-at-mcvay-trial/526-5ca48136-d6a5-42b5-b4f7-01e7d6863f16 Ex-girlfriend speaks out after Tim McVay's arrest | wqad.com, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.wqad.com/article/news/local/drone/8-in-the-air/ex-girlfriend-speaks-out-after-tim-mcvays-arrest/526-7904d329-0e7a-4045-af5e-4222a744504d Funeral services planned for Carrie Olson | wqad.com, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.wqad.com/article/news/local/drone/8-in-the-air/funeral-services-planned-for-carrie-olson/526-8f1c560f-8846-404d-8e8b-8ecef08cda8d Carrie Olson: Episode 3 of 'Missing and Murdered in the Midwest' | wqad.com, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.wqad.com/article/syndication/podcasts/the-cities/carrie-olson-episode-3-of-missing-and-murdered-in-the-midwest/526-cacf6774-5c44-4d91-bdc9-66af31e3988d Tim McVay found guilty of murdering Carrie Olson | wqad.com, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.wqad.com/article/news/local/live-now-verdict-in-trial-of-tim-mcvay/526-70faa2fe-0760-4deb-a500-042580881a5d Transcript of Without a Trace from - HappyScribe, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.happyscribe.com/public/dateline-nbc/without-a-trace-004cb7b5-a5a6-4620-abd8-3cbbf814f268 McVay Murder Conviction Upheld | WVIK, Quad Cities NPR, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.wvik.org/news/2019-08-19/mcvay-murder-conviction-upheld Man questioned after missing woman's car and purse returned - WQAD, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.wqad.com/article/news/local/drone/8-in-the-air/police-family-friends-looking-for-missing-davenport-woman/526-f0e32267-a375-46aa-9e7e-9894d2365975 Illinois Man Found Guilty Of Murder In Death Of Iowa Woman - CBS News, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/news/man-found-guilty-of-murder-in-disappearance-of-iowa-woman/ Mysterious Hastings body identified - MPR News, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.mprnews.org/story/2014/04/09/mysterious-hastings-body-identified The Disappearance of Carrie Olson Sparks a Community Response | Dateline Highlights | Oxygen - YouTube, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OUskYK8xfxE Missing Iowa woman found dead in vacant lot in Minnesota - CBS News, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.cbsnews.com/news/missing-iowa-woman-found-dead-in-vacant-lot-in-minnesota/ How Carrie Olson was found and what happens next | wqad.com, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.wqad.com/article/news/local/drone/8-in-the-air/how-carrie-olson-was-found-and-what-happens-next/526-9255ff0d-a24c-4018-b33a-39c111fde5d5 Body Found In Rural Minn. ID'ed As Iowa Woman - CBS Minnesota, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/news/body-found-in-rural-minn-ided-as-iowa-woman/ We Remember 2014 | Violence Free Minnesota, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.vfmn.org/we-remember-2014 Forensics experts testify at #McVayTrial about Carrie Olson's autopsy | wqad.com, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.wqad.com/article/news/local/live-day-6-of-testimony-in-the-murder-trial-of-tim-mcvay/526-22a8055d-bb3a-4c18-bc9e-32f9aa1fac97 McVay Closing Arguments | WVIK, Quad Cities NPR, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.wvik.org/news/2015-07-14/mcvay-closing-arguments During sentencing, Tim McVay denies killing Carrie Olson | wqad.com, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.wqad.com/article/news/local/during-sentencing-tim-mcvay-denies-killing-carrie-olson/526-82ff4307-360f-4dd2-806f-5c6e6fb8e1d7 McVay Sentenced | WVIK, Quad Cities NPR, accessed June 14, 2025, https://www.wvik.org/community/2015-10-09/mcvay-sentenced

Egg (yes, Egg) and I discuss FWC's first serial killer case: the I-35 Killer. He operated in Texas and paid for it at the end- despite glaring missteps from the penal system.  Sources https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Larry_Eyler   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenneth_McDuff   https://www.cga.ct.gov/2011/JUDdata/tmy/2011SB-01035-R000307-Keri%20O%27Creene,%20Principals%20of%20Sociology%20SOCH101,%20Samuel%20Brown%20Ph.D.-TMY.PDF   https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/bad-boy-the-true-story-of-kenneth-allen-mcduff-the-most-notorious-serial-killer-in-texas-history_gary-m-lavergne/294989/   https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Boy-Kenneth-Notorious-History/dp/0312981252   https://caselaw.findlaw.com/tx-court-of-criminal-appeals/1021127.html   https://strokecast.com/morbid-podcast/   https://www.shortform.com/podcast/morbid   https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/ep-195-texas-the-lucky-serial-killer-kenneth-mcduff/id1547409175?i=1000701223699   https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/11619696   https://www.researchgate.net/publication/265841383_Bad_Boy_from_Rosebud_The_Murderous_Life_of_Kenneth_Allen_McDuff_by_Gary_M_Lavergne_review   https://maamodt.asp.radford.edu/psyc%20405/serial%20killers/McDuff,%20Kenneth.pdf   https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/tx-court-of-appeals/1322859.html     

This week, I have Kaity back on the podcast! She's a perfect guest for the case of Billy Milligan. Milligan suffered from D.I.D. and his crimes were horrific. Kaity and I dive into how D.I.D. played into his crimes and his later acquittal. Follow the pod on instagram @friendswhocrime! Sources: "Billy Milligan." Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_Milligan. "The Crowded Room." Time, time.com/6285510/the-crowded-room-true-story-apple-tv/. "The Crowded Room' is based on a disturbing true story." Mashable, mashable.com/article/the-crowded-room-dissociative-identity-disorder. "Dissociative Identity Disorder." Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law Online, National Center for Biotechnology Information, U.S. National Library of Medicine, pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2719457/. Keyes, Daniel. The Minds of Billy Milligan. Random House, 1981. "Monsters Inside: The 24 Faces of Billy Milligan." IMDb, IMDb.com, www.imdb.com/title/tt15287836/. "Monsters Inside: The 24 Faces of Billy Milligan." Netflix Media Center, media.netflix.com/en/only-on-netflix/81006619. "Not the first OSU serial rapist." The Lantern, www.thelantern.com/2002/10/not-the-first-osu-serial-rapist/. "Ohio Dept. of Mental Health v. Milligan." Casetext, casetext.com/case/ohio-dept-of-mental-health-v-milligan. Tron, Gina. "Can Someone Really Have 24 Personalities Like Billy Milligan From 'Monsters Inside'?" Yahoo Entertainment, yahoo.com/entertainment/someone-really-24-personalities-billy-160100726.html.

This week on FWC, my dad, Kurtis, joins me as we unravel the chilling and perplexing Keddie Cabin Murders, a quadruple homicide that has haunted a small California mountain town for over four decades. In 1981, a horrific scene was discovered: a mother, her son, and his friend brutally murdered, while her 12-year-old daughter, Tina, was missing, only for her remains to be found years later. We'll delve into the initial, deeply flawed investigation and the baffling missteps that left this case cold for so long. But with renewed efforts and modern forensics, new evidence has emerged, bringing hope that justice might finally be within reach for the Sharp family.   Sources "5 Things to Know About the Keddie Cabin Murders." People.com, People, 22 Nov. 2016, people.com/crime/keddie-cabin-28-murders-5-things-know/. "Keddie Murders." Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keddie_murders. "Keddie Murders Revisited — Following the Clues." 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This week, my bestie Morgan joins me as we unravel the tragic, yet utterly wild, story of Selena Quintanilla's murder. We're diving deep into the Queen of Tejano's rise to superstardom and the shocking betrayal that cut her life short. Expect a heavy dose of meticulously researched details, a few gasps, and plenty of our signature laughs and jokes as we try to cope with the sheer absurdity of it all. You won't want to miss this one! Follow us on instagram! @friendswhocrime Sources: "Selena's Death: Yolanda Saldívar." A&E Real Crime, A+E Networks, 2025, https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/selenas-death-yolanda-saldivar. Janos, Adam. "Yolanda Saldívar Wasn't the Only Superfan Who Murdered Their Idol." A&E Real Crime, A+E Networks, 20 Mar. 2025, https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/yolanda-saldivar. Quintanilla, Selena. "Interviewed by Mas Magazine’s Joseph Harmes." Selena Research Collection, The Wittliff Collections, Texas State University, 1993–1995, https://archivesspace.library.txstate.edu/repositories/4/archival_objects/122308. "Why Was Selena Killed? The Shocking Truth Behind the Murder." ATX Holiday, City of Austin, https://atxholiday.austintexas.org/trending/why-was-selena-killed-why-was-selena-killed-the-shocking-truth-behind-the-murder. Davis, Lily. "Selena’s Career Inspired Others." Spotlight, 29 Aug. 2021, https://bdspotlight.com/features/2021/08/29/selenas-career-inspired-others/. "The Inspiring Life and Work of Selena Quintanilla Pérez." Library of Congress Blogs, 9 Sept. 2021, https://blogs.loc.gov/copyright/2021/09/the-inspiring-life-and-work-of-selena-quintanilla-prez/. "State v. Saldívar." FindLaw, https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/tx-court-of-appeals/1130222.html. "Selena Killer Parole Denied." CBS 8, 27 Mar. 2025, https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/crime/selena-killer-parole-denied/507-ea10fea3-43ae-47aa-9f1b-a745dbabc9a6. "Selena Quintanilla's Killer Yolanda Saldívar Denied Parole; Next Eligibility 2030." CBS News Texas, 27 Mar. 2025, https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/selena-quintanillas-killer-yolanda-saldivar-denied-parole-next-eligibility-2030/. "Selena Quintanilla Death: Remembering the Queen of Tejano." Houston Chronicle, 31 Mar. 2025, https://www.chron.com/culture/music/article/selena-quintanilla-death-17492426.php.

Gather 'round for our second special "campfire stories" edition! This week, I'm joined by the one and only Neiko as we delve into the chilling tales of Austin, Texas, from the haunted Littlefield House on UT campus to the restless spirits of Oakwood Cemetery. It's a bittersweet episode, as this will be Neiko's final appearance as the Friends Who Crime editor. Tune in for a double dose of history, mystery, and all the paranormal vibes you can handle!   Sources "About Oakwood Chapel." AustinTexas.gov, www.austintexas.gov/page/about-oakwood-chapel. "Alice Littlefield Residence Hall: Inspiration for a Ghost Story." Ink-Stained Wretches, 13 July 2020, inkstainedwretches.home.blog/2020/07/13/alice-littlefield-residence-hall-inspiration-for-a-ghost-story/. "Architecture." Texas State Historical Association, www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/architecture. "Austin Cemeteries Master Plan." 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The Daily Texan, 25 Oct. 2016, thedailytexan.com/2016/10/25/littlefield-descendant-shares-history-of-littlefield-house/. "Littlefield Home." The Historical Marker Database, www.hmdb.org/m.asp?m=26042. "Littlefield Home Haunted by George Washington Littlefield." By Melvin Maya. Ghost Texas, 19 Feb. 2020, ghosttexas.com/littlefield-home-haunted-by-george-washington-littlefield/. "Littlefield House." Wikipedia, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Littlefield_House. "Littlefield House - Real Austin Haunt." Texas Haunted Houses, www.texashauntedhouses.com/real-haunt/littlefield-house.html. "Littlefield House - Volz & Associates Inc." Volz & Associates Inc., 2023, volzassociates.com/projects/littlefield-house/. "Littlefield House Condition Survey." allierunas.wixsite.com/littlefieldhouse, allierunas.wixsite.com/littlefieldhouse. "Longhorn's Resident Historian." Not Even Past, notevenpast.org/longhorns-resident-historian/. "Mansard Roofs." ArcGIS StoryMaps, storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/10004ed119804b748ec5f9aeb533d610. "Murders of Chris Kyle and Chad Littlefield." Wikipedia, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murders_of_Chris_Kyle_and_Chad_Littlefield. "Mysteries of Littlefield Home Unveiled." The Daily Texan, 3 Oct. 2019, thedailytexan.com/2019/10/03/mysteries-of-littlefield-home-unveiled/. "National Register of Historic Places Inventory - Nomination Form." Texas Historical Commission, July 1969, atlas.thc.state.tx.us/NR/pdfs/70000767/70000767.pdf. "Oakwood Cemetery." Black Cemetery Network, blackcemeterynetwork.org/bcnsites/oakwood-cemeterytx. "Oakwood Cemetery." Find a Grave, www.findagrave.com/cemetery/5704/oakwood-cemetery. "Oakwood Cemetery." ArcGIS StoryMaps, storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/13228588aac84117aa781d85abbc1b5a. "Oakwood Cemetery: Cemetery in Austin, Texas." Wikipedia, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oakwood_Cemetery_(Austin,_Texas). "Oakwood Cemetery Chapel Research Education." AustinTexas.gov, www.austintexas.gov/oakwood-cemetery-chapel-research-education. "Oakwood Cemetery List of Graves." Austin Genealogical Society, www.austingenealogicalsociety.org/cemeteries/oakwood-cemetery-list-of-graves/. "Oakwood Cemetery offering annual murder mayhem and misadventure tours." YouTube, www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ls_73BfshAY. "The Oakwood Cemetery's “Oakwood Legacy Project” Achieves Three Major Milestones Documenting Austin's Historically Segregated Communities of Color." AustinTexas.gov, 31 Mar. 2022, www.austintexas.gov/news/oakwood-cemeterys-oakwood-legacy-project-achieves-three-major-milestones-documenting-austins-historically-segregated-communities-color. "Public Haunted Van Tours." Haunted ATX, hauntedatx.com/public-van-tours.html. "Routh Family Releases Statement on Kyle-Littlefield Shooting." NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth, 26 Feb. 2013, www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/routh-family-releases-statement-on-kyle-littlefield-shooting/2070568/. 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This week on Friends Who Crime, I’m joined by my friend Christian to unravel one of the most haunting missing persons cases I’ve ever researched: the 2006 disappearance of Brian Shaffer. Brian was a 27-year-old med student who seemed to vanish into thin air after a night out in Columbus, Ohio. No evidence, no suspects, and no footage of him ever leaving the bar. We go through the timeline, dig into the theories, and talk about how a person could disappear in a place surrounded by security cameras. Also—sorry this episode is a day late, y’all! Life happens. Sources: ABC News: "Ohio State Student Still Missing After Bar Visit" Columbus Monthly: “What Happened to Brian Shaffer?” Dateline NBC: Missing in America: Brian Shaffer FBI Missing Persons Database: Brian Shaffer Case File Nancy Grace Podcast: Crime Stories with Nancy Grace: The Vanishing of Brian Shaffer Oxygen.com: “The Strange Case of Brian Shaffer’s Disappearance” Reddit: r/UnresolvedMysteries and r/BrianShaffer The Lantern (Ohio State University’s Student Paper): “Still No Answers in Shaffer Case” True Crime Garage Podcast: Brian Shaffer Parts 1 & 2 WBNS 10TV Columbus: “Brian Shaffer Disappearance Timeline”

In this solo episode, Brynn dives deep into the mysterious 2006 death of Kari Baker, a beloved teacher and pastor’s wife whose apparent suicide unraveled into a chilling murder case. As the layers peel back, listeners follow the relentless efforts of Kari’s family to uncover the truth after authorities initially failed to investigate. From a suspicious suicide note to a mistress’s explosive courtroom testimony, this case is filled with twists, secrets, and shocking revelations. Tune in for a gripping story of justice that almost never came. Show Notes Pre-save Neiko & I's upcoming single! Sources ABC News. (2010). Waco’s Beloved Minister, After 20 Years, Claims Guilty Conscience. Retrieved from https://abcnews.go.com/US/wacos-beloved-minister-after-20-years-claims-guilty/story?id=119811804 Casey, Kathryn. Deadly Little Secrets. HarperCollins Publishers. Justia US Law. (2011). Matt Baker v. The State of Texas. Retrieved from https://law.justia.com/cases/texas/tenth-court-of-appeals/2011/10661.html NBC News. (2010). Dateline: The Secret. Retrieved from https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna34983893 State Bar of Texas / Texas District & County Attorneys Association. (2011). The Murdering Minister. Retrieved from https://www.tdcaa.com/journal/the-murdering-minister/#:~:text=The%20jury%20returned%20several%20hours,a%20minister%20for%20evil%20purposes. Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Inmate Information: Matthew D. Baker. Retrieved from https://inmate.tdcj.texas.gov/InmateSearch/viewDetail.action?sid=08036627 Texas Monthly. (2021). The Valley of the Shadow of Death. Retrieved from https://www.texasmonthly.com/true-crime/the-valley-of-the-shadow-of-death/ Various court and police records, investigative reporting, firsthand accounts, and official interviews.

Four young lives, a quiet college town, and a crime that shocked the nation. In this episode, my brother Blaine joins me as we unravel the chilling details of the Idaho College Murders and the arrest of Bryan Kohberger. We dig into the timeline, the evidence, and the theories swirling around his alleged motive, all while the world waits for the trial to begin. It's a case full of twists, unanswered questions, and a darkness that still lingers.

This week, my friend James joins me to talk about the chilling and tragic death of Toni Bertolet Henthorn, a beloved doctor who fell to her death during what was supposed to be a romantic anniversary hike. But as we dig deeper, it becomes clear that her husband Harold had more than just a scenic walk planned. From secret life insurance policies to a suspiciously similar incident years earlier, this case is full of red flags and jaw-dropping twists. James and I try to make sense of it all while honoring Toni’s memory and the strength of her family. Buckle up—this one’s a wild ride through the Rockies.   Sources ABC News. Colorado man who pushed wife off cliff exposed after decades of deceit. https://abcnews.go.com/US/colorado-man-pushing-wife-off-cliff-exposed-decades/story?id=118482217 20/20: “Mountain of Lies” episode (ABC News) Denver7. Murder trial evidence documents Harold Henthorn’s elaborate plot to shove wife from cliff at RMNP. https://www.denver7.com/news/front-range/denver/murder-trial-evidence-documents-harold-henthorns-elaborate-plot-to-shove-wife-from-cliff-at-rmnp Denver Post. 10-year-old Henthorn daughter now ward of uncle. https://www.denverpost.com/2015/12/23/10-year-old-henthorn-daughter-now-ward-of-uncle/ Horan & McConaty. Obituary for Toni Henthorn. https://www.horancares.com/obituaries/toni-henthorn In Memory of Toni. University of Mississippi Foundation. https://www.umfoundation.com/2016/02/26/in-memory-of-toni/ Justice.gov. Harold Henthorn arrested for first degree murder related to death of wife in Rocky Mountain National Park. https://www.justice.gov/usao-co/pr/harold-henthorn-arrested-first-degree-murder-related-death-wife-rocky-mountain-national NBC News. Toni’s family addresses judge at Harold Henthorn’s sentencing. https://www.nbcnews.com/dateline/toni-s-family-addresses-judge-harold-henthorn-s-sentencing-n526801 Sportskeeda. 5 chilling details about Toni Henthorn’s murder. https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/shows/5-chilling-details-toni-henthorn-s-murder Sportskeeda. Where is Harold Henthorn now? Details explored ahead of 20/20 on ABC. https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/shows/where-harold-henthorn-now-details-explored-ahead-20-20-abc Westword. Harold Henthorn may have tried to kill wife before fatal hike marked with “X,” docs say. https://www.westword.com/news/harold-henthorn-may-have-tried-to-kill-wife-before-fatal-hike-marked-with-x-docs-say-6051753

​In this TENTH episode of Friends Who Crime, I’m joined by my little brother, Logan, as we delve into the chilling legend of Elizabeth Báthory, the Blood Countess. Together, we explore the gruesome tales of her alleged crimes, the political intrigues of 16th-century Hungary, and the enduring mysteries that surround her story. Was she truly the most prolific female serial killer in history, or a victim of a sinister conspiracy? Join us as we unravel the truth behind the myth and discuss how her legacy continues to captivate and horrify to this day.

In this episode of Friends Who Crime, I'm joined by friend Savanna to dive into the chilling, decades-old mystery of Reyna Angélica Marroquín. When a sealed barrel is discovered in a Long Island crawl space, the horrifying secret inside unravels a story of love, betrayal, and murder. Together, Brynn and Savanna piece together Reyna’s tragic story and the shocking twist that finally brought her killer to light. It's a case full of buried secrets—literally.

In this episode of Friends Who Crime, Brynn is joined by Don to unravel the wild, bizarre, and tragic case of the Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker, Caleb Lawrence McGillvary. What started as a viral internet hero moment quickly spiraled into a shocking murder case that left the world stunned. Was Kai a vigilante drifter caught in a nightmare, or was there a darker truth behind his free-spirited persona? Tune in as Brynn and Don break down the twists, turns, and unsettling reality of this infamous true crime story. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, help is available. You can reach the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or visit RAINN.org for confidential support.   If I don't include sources, will anyone notice or care? This is a test!

This week on Friends Who Crime, we’re diving into the haunted history of Austin, TX, with two of its most infamous paranormal hotspots: The Driskill Hotel and The Clay Pit. From ghostly brides and eerie paintings to spirits lingering in an old Bertram family trading post, these stories will send chills down your spine. Joining me for this episode is my friend Neiko, who also happens to be the wizard behind the scenes, helping edit the podcast! It was a blast having him on as a guest this time, and we had way too much fun swapping ghost stories and theories. So, turn down the lights, grab a cozy blanket, and get ready for some spine-tingling campfire tales from the heart of Texas! 🔪✨ Follow, subscribe, and stay spooky! ✨🔪   Show Notes: Book a tour with Haunted ATX! Request Loretta! Follow them @hauntedatx Follow the show on Instagram @friendswhocrime Send in your ghost stories over instagram or email them to [email protected] For videos and more info on The Clay Pit hauntings, watch this video of Strange Town! Ads are coming soon! I've had difficulty with them, so they won't be on this episode as I stated during recording. Enjoy! Sources: Plumer, Jeanine. Haunted Austin: History and Hauntings in the Capital City. "The Bertram Building – Clay Pit." Austin Ghosts. https://austinghosts.com/the-clay-pit-the-bertram-building/ "Who is Haunting the Driskill Hotel?" Austin Ghost Tours. https://austinghosttours.com/who-is-haunting-the-driskill-hotel/ "Driskill Hotel’s Haunted History: Fact vs. Fiction." Austin Monthly. https://www.austinmonthly.com/driskill-hotels-haunted-history-fact-vs-fiction/ "Urban Legends of Austin." Do512. https://do512.com/p/urban-legends-of-austin "Spooky Austin: Haunted Downtown." Downtown Austin Blog. https://downtownaustin.com/blog/spooky-austin-haunted-downtown/#:~:text=The%20Bertram%20Building%20is%20one,quarters%20upstairs%2C%20restaurants%20and%20more. "The Haunted Painting of the Historic Driskill Hotel." Texas Hill Country. https://texashillcountry.com/haunted-painting-historic-driskill-hotel/ "10 Haunted Paintings That Will Creep You Out." All That’s Interesting. https://allthatsinteresting.com/haunted-paintings/3 "The Haunted Driskill Hotel." Ghost City Tours. https://ghostcitytours.com/austin/haunted-austin/driskill-hotel/?srsltid=AfmBOoq-t0ayMOdOjZL97bxxnTUoB73mN6w79EMjv9GP5MFu1qHnzdzG "Rudolph Christian Bertram (1829–1892)." FamilySearch. https://ancestors.familysearch.org/en/L6RN-VH5/rudolph-christian-bertram-1829-1892 "The Haunted Driskill Hotel – Ghosts of Texas." YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xp-5OYxf0gk

In this episode, we delve into the infamous Malcolm MacArthur case, a chilling double murder that rocked Ireland in 1982 and led to the coining of the term "GUBU" (Grotesque, Unbelievable, Bizarre, and Unprecedented). We'll explore the shocking details of the crimes, MacArthur's unexpected arrest in the Attorney General's home, and the profound political fallout that ensued. Joining us this week is my friend Reid, who brings fresh insights into how this case has left a lasting impact on Irish society and politics. Show Notes: I mispronounced too many names in this one, as well as the word "gardai". Apologies and I will try harder next time.  Follow the show on Instagram @friendswhocrime Thank you to Neiko Garcia for his editing prowess!! Sources: BBC News. "GUBU." BBC Blogs, 2006. https://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/worldupdate/2006/06/gubu.html Kelly, Justin. "'A Sinister Summer' – The Story of Malcolm MacArthur and Murder in Offaly." Offaly Express, August 21, 2022. https://www.offalyexpress.ie/news/home/888336/a-sinister-summer-the-story-of-malcolm-macarthur-and-murder-in-offaly.html McGreevy, Ronan. "GUBU: Irish Double Murder Case 40 Years On." The Guardian, November 7, 2022. https://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/nov/07/gubu-irish-double-murder-case-40-years-on-podcasts-malcolm-macarthur-charles-haughey McGreevy, Ronan. "Ireland's Most Notorious Murderer, Malcolm MacArthur: 'Why I Might Have Done What I Did'." The Guardian, June 20, 2023. https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/jun/20/ireland-most-notorious-murderer-malcolm-macarthur-why-i-might-have-done-what-i-did O'Connell, Mark. "A Thread of Violence by Mark O'Connell – A Masterpiece of Murkiness." The Guardian, June 25, 2023. https://www.theguardian.com/books/2023/jun/25/a-thread-of-violence-by-mark-oconnell-review-a-masterpiece-of-murkiness RTÉ Brainstorm. "1982: GUBU – Charles Haughey, Malcolm MacArthur and Patrick Connolly." RTÉ, August 2, 2022. https://www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2022/0802/1313477-1982-gubu-charles-haughey-malcolm-macarthur-patrick-connolly/ "The Malcolm MacArthur Case: Ireland's Infamous GUBU Scandal." Emerald Chronicle. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9O_bInm7Is

In this episode of Friends Who Crime, I’m joined by my friend Braden to unravel the chilling case of Mirna Salihin. What was meant to be a casual coffee date ended in a shocking murder, leading to one of Indonesia’s most controversial trials. Was Jessica Wongso truly guilty, or is there more to the story? Grab your favorite drink—just maybe not an iced coffee—and tune in for this mysterious deep dive. Show Notes: Follow the show on Instagram @friendswhocrime Thank you to Neiko Garcia for his editing prowess!! Sources: ABC News Australia. (2024, August 27). Convicted murderer Jessica Wongso released from prison. Retrieved from ABC News. BBC News. (2016, October 27). Jessica Wongso and the cyanide coffee murder trial. Retrieved from BBC News. Bekah302. Sweetened Condensed Poison: The Case of Mirna Salihin. Retrieved from Medium. BuzzFeed News. The Cyanide Iced Coffee Murder Trial. Retrieved from BuzzFeed. Chalk Outline. Death by Iced Coffee. Retrieved from Medium. Cosmopolitan UK. Jessica Wongso: Where Is She Now? Retrieved from Cosmopolitan. Daily Mail Australia. (2016, January 21). Investigation into the murder of Mirna Salihin by cyanide coffee. Retrieved from Daily Mail. Foreign Policy. (2016, November 17). Indonesia’s Murder Melodrama Has the Whole Country Watching. Retrieved from Foreign Policy. Jakarta Globe. Jessica Wongso Maintains Innocence After Parole Appeal & Supreme Court Verdict in Poisoned Coffee Case. Retrieved from Jakarta Globe. Jurnal Impresi Indonesia. Jessica Wongso and the Search for Hidden Causality in the Poisoned Coffee Case. Retrieved from Jurnal Impresi Indonesia. Neal, J. The Coffee Killer. In True Crime Case Histories Volume 3 (Chapter 1). Paris Review. (2015, April 28). Almond Joy. Retrieved from The Paris Review. Sydney Morning Herald. (2016, June 21). Widower of Cyanide Coffee Victim Wayan Mirna Salihin Calls for Justice. Retrieved from SMH. The Jakarta Post. (2016, August 31). With No Autopsy, Can We Be Sure Mirna Died from Cyanide? Jessica’s Lawyer Responds. Retrieved from The Jakarta Post. Ice Cold: Murder, Coffee and Jessica Wongso (Documentary). Netflix. YouTube. Jessica Wongso Cyanide Coffee Murder Case Explained. Retrieved from YouTube.

In this episode, we delve into the tragic murder case of Rebecca Schaeffer, a promising young actress whose life was abruptly taken by an obsessed fan. I'm thrilled to have my mom, Katherine, join me as we explore the personal and cultural impact of this notorious case. Together, we unpack the events of that fateful day and discuss how it reshaped Hollywood's approach to celebrity safety and anti-stalking laws. Tune in for an intimate, informative conversation that sheds new light on a story that still resonates today. Trigger warning: This episode includes a brief mention of suicide. Show Notes: Check out the work of Thursday's Child: https://thursdayschildofli.org/  Mental health is just as important as physical health. If you’re struggling, don’t hesitate to reach out: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or text "HELLO" to 741741 for crisis support via text Sources: All That's Interesting. “Rebecca Schaeffer.” Retrieved from https://allthatsinteresting.com/rebecca-schaeffer CBS News. “Actress Killer Stabbed in Prison.” Retrieved from https://www.cbsnews.com/news/actress-killer-stabbed-in-prison/ The Day Newspaper. (1987, July 4). “Rebecca Shaeffer says co-star really like big sister.” Deseret News Newspaper. (1989, July 19). “TV Actress Answers Her Door, is Slain by Gunman.” Eugene Register-Guard Newspaper. (1989, July 24). “Murder Suspect Seemed as Determined as Victim.” Find A Grave. “Rebecca Schaeffer.” Retrieved from https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/1486/rebecca-schaeffer IMDb. “Rebecca Schaeffer – Biography.” Retrieved from https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0769726/bio/ Los Angeles Times. (1989, July 29). Retrieved from https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1989-07-29-fi-317-story.html Medium. “Fanaticism Turned Fatal: The Rebecca Schaeffer Case.” Retrieved from https://medium.com/omitted-history/fanaticism-turned-fatal-the-rebecca-schaeffer-case-f99b71ce7376 People. “Murder Rebecca Schaeffer Anti-Stalking 20/20 Clip.” Retrieved from https://people.com/crime/murder-rebecca-schaeffer-anti-stalking-20-20-clip/ RebeccaSchaeffer.net. Retrieved from http://rebeccaschaeffer.net/ Saturday Evening Post. “The Hollywood Murder That Made States Take Stalking Seriously.” Retrieved from https://www.saturdayeveningpost.com/2019/07/the-hollywood-murder-that-made-states-take-stalking-seriously/ Times-Union Newspaper. (1991, October 30). “Fan Convicted in Slaying of Rebecca Shaeffer.” The Union Democrat Newspaper. (1989, July 19). “Actress Schaeffer Slain.” UPI. “Schaeffer Remembered as Amazing Young Lady.” Retrieved from https://www.upi.com/Archives/1989/07/23/Schaeffer-remembered-as-amazing-young-lady/1562617169600/

Step back to 1976 and uncover the chilling events of the Chowchilla kidnapping—a day when a peaceful, small-town morning turned into a nightmare. In this episode, Cortney and I trace the timeline of that fateful day, explore the impact on a tight-knit community, and delve into the investigation that followed. Through detailed accounts and expert insights, we reveal how an 11‑hour ordeal shattered the sense of security in Chowchilla and left lasting questions about resilience, trust, and the nature of fear. Join us as we piece together one of America’s most perplexing abduction cases. Trigger warning: This episode includes child abduction.   Show Notes: Mental health is just as important as physical health. If you’re struggling, don’t hesitate to reach out: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or text "HELLO" to 741741 for crisis support via text Sources: "1976 Bus Kidnapping." City of Chowchilla, www.cityofchowchilla.org/300/1976-Bus-Kidnapping "48 Hours: Remembering the Chowchilla Kidnapping." 48 Hours, season 36, episode 20, CBS. Goulet, Robert. "Ballad of Chowchilla Ray." "Chowchilla." HBO Max, 2023. "Chowchilla Kidnapping Collection Find Aid." Online Archive of California, https://oac.cdlib.org/findaid/ark:/13030/c8f47tmk/ "Chowchilla Kidnapping [YouTube Video]." YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJPh0c6VoyQ "Edward Ray – A Local Hero." City of Chowchilla, www.cityofchowchilla.org/301/Edward-Ray---A-Local-Hero "Ed Ray, Bus Driver Who Helped Save Kidnapped Children, Dies at 91." The New York Times, 19 May 2012, www.nytimes.com/2012/05/19/us/ed-ray-bus-driver-who-helped-save-kidnapped-children-dies-at-91.html People v. Schoenfeld. Casetext, https://casetext.com/case/people-v-schoenfeld  

In this episode of Friends Who Crime, I’m joined by my friend, Andy, as we dive into the bizarre and unsettling unsolved murder of Donna Doll. In 1970, the quiet college town of DeKalb, Illinois, was rocked by the mysterious death of the NIU student, whose body was found with an eerie and unexplained detail—six pounds of potatoes in her stomach. Was this a crime of passion? A case of poisoning? Or something even stranger? We’ll break down the theories, the suspects, and the lingering questions that still haunt this case 55 years later. And remember- friends don't let friends commit crimes! Follow @friendswhocrime on Instagram! Trigger warning: This episode includes a brief mention of suicide.   Show Notes: DeKalb County Police are still accepting tips on Donna's murder. Call them at 404-294-2911 with any information you may know surrounding the case.  Sources: "Murder case remains unsolved." Northern Star. Link "Murder by Potatoes: The Curious Case of Donna Doll." The Wicked Truth on Medium. Link Donna Susan Doll Memorial. Find A Grave. Link "Who was Donna Doll? The college student murdered in 1970 with six pounds of potatoes in her body." We Got This Covered. Link r/MyFavoriteMurder discussion on Reddit. Link "University Student Found Suffocated to Death in Cornfield." Vocal Media. Link The Daily Chronicle (DeKalb, Illinois), October 20, 1970. "Bizarre True Crime Stories." Weird Darkness. Link "Hold the Starch: Confounding Carbohydrates in the Deaths of Donna Doll and Elizabeth Lightfoot." I Did It For Jodie Archive. Link

In the very first episode of Friends Who Crime, Brynn is joined by her friend Kaity to dive into the shocking case of Ryan Poston’s murder. They unravel the toxic relationship between Ryan and Shayna Hubers, the chilling 911 call, Shayna’s bizarre police interrogation, and the dramatic trial that captivated the nation. Was this self-defense or cold-blooded murder? Tune in for wild details, dark twists, and plenty of unfiltered reactions. And remember—true friends don’t let friends commit crimes! Follow @friendswhocrime on Instagram!   Show Notes: Shayna Hubers Interrogation Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DcPheto_rSw Ryan Poston's Obituary Page: https://www.dmefuneral.com/obituaries/Ryan-Carter-Poston?obId=4462995 National Domestic Abuse Hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/ SAFE Austin: https://www.safeaustin.org/ 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/ Sources: Wikipedia: Murder of Ryan Poston Ryan Poston's Obituary (Legacy) Ryan Poston's Obituary (DME Funeral Home) ABC News: Shocking Things About the Case Killer Cases, Season 1, Episode 3: “Murder in Kentucky Hills” 20/20 Episode: “Bad Blood” Kentucky Department of Corrections Offender Lookup (Archived) YouTube: Trial Footage & Analysis A&E Real Crime: The Ryan Poston Murder

In this Friends Who Crime trailer, host Brynn introduces the podcast, sharing her love for true crime and the idea behind the show. Each episode features a different friend reacting to a case Brynn has researched, blending storytelling with humor while keeping the focus on the victims. Tune in for a mix of mystery, friendship, and lighthearted crime talk! First full episode releases on February 4th! Follow FWC on instagram @friendswhocrime