Best Phoebe & Naps Podcasts (2025)

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The Cam Girl Killer: How Grant Amato Seduced a Ghost Hunter's Wife from Prison 30:01

5d ago30:01

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What happens when obsession crosses the line into destruction? When fantasy becomes more important than family? And when one man’s delusion spirals so far out of control… it ends in bloodshed? Night after night, Grant Amato sat in the dim glow of his family’s computer screen, utterly captivated by a woman thousands of miles away — a Bulgarian webca…

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Missing in Pictou County: The Vanishing of Lilly and Jack Sullivan 30:55

12d ago30:55

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It all began on Friday morning, May 2nd, 2025. Lilly, who’s just six years old, and her little brother Jack, only four, were last seen around 10 a.m. near their home on Gairloch Road in Lansdowne Station, Pictou County. Their mother, Malehya, and stepfather, Daniel, were asleep with their baby in another room. Meanwhile, Lilly and Jack were suppose…

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Deadly Deception: The Cartel, the Affair, and the Romeoville Family Murders 31:06

19d ago31:06

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Tonight, we’re talking about a crime that rocked the small village of Romeoville, Illinois. It was a quiet Sunday evening in September 2023 when police pulled up to a quaint blue home on Concord Avenue. The neighbourhood was calm and peaceful, but what they found inside was anything but. As officers moved through the dark, quiet house, their flashl…

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Dodger Alibi: The Murder of Martha Puebla and the Man They Got Wrong 30:59

26d ago30:59

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On the night of May 12, 2003, 16-year-old Martha Puebla sat outside her home in Sun Valley, California, sharing a quiet moment with a friend. Within minutes, her life was stolen by a gunman who asked for her by name before firing multiple shots and disappearing into the night. What seemed like a cold, calculated execution quickly unravelled into a …

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[BONUS] ROGUE TRANSMISSIONS: Halfway to Halloween Hullabaloo 1:59:02

29d ago1:59:02

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Somewhere the sun shines, somewhere the birds sing the glories of a new dawn. Somewhere … it's Spring again! But HERE … every day is Halloween! Rogue Transmissions, an uncanny anthology of exceptional indie podcasts, presents the Halfway to Halloween Hullabaloo! Your horror host Edward October is scanning the dial for lost broadcasts, campfire tale…

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Vanished from His Bed: The Unsolved Disappearance of Zachary Bernhardt 29:32

1M ago29:32

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The date was September 11th, 2000, in Clearwater, Florida. Eight-year-old Zachary Bernhardt was asleep in his bedroom when his mother, Leah Hackett, stepped out of their apartment on Drew Street. It was the middle of the night, but Leah said insomnia had gotten the best of her. She went for a walk, maybe a swim in the apartment complex’s pool, hopi…

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[BONUS] Unsolved & Unbelievable: Phoebe Handsjuk and Jelani Day | Serial Napper x Perplexity Collab 1:08:08

1M ago1:08:08

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In this crossover episode, Serial Napper and Perplexity: A Mystery Podcast join forces to dive deep into two of the most haunting and baffling true crime cases in recent memory. 🎙️ Nikki from Serial Napper takes a closer look at the heartbreaking case of Jelani Day, a graduate student whose body was discovered under suspicious circumstances in Illi…

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She Just Wanted to Go Home: The Tragic Death of Emily Pike 27:14

1M ago27:14

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She was just 14. A soft-spoken girl who loved her cat, sketched her dreams in notebooks, took guitar lessons, and had just begun to explore who she was—experimenting with makeup, thinking about high school, maybe even college. Her name was Emily Pike. She was a daughter. A sister. A beloved member of the San Carlos Apache Tribe. And on a quiet nigh…

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Trapped in Obsession: The Ashley Wadsworth Murder Case 34:39

2M ago34:39

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In the age of social media and online connections, it's easy to believe that relationships—no matter how far apart—can flourish, even across continents. But for one 19-year-old woman, an online romance with a charming young Englishman would take a dark and tragic turn. Ashley Wadsworth, a bright, adventurous teen from Vernon, B.C., had spent years …

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Breaking the Code: The Mysterious Death of Ricky McCormick and the Unsolved Cipher 30:41

2M ago30:41

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The date is June 30, 1999. A body is discovered in a cornfield, about 20 miles outside of St. Louis, Missouri. The man, 41-year-old Ricky McCormick, is found dressed in nothing but dirty blue jeans and a stained white T-shirt. His body is badly decomposed, so much so that his cause of death is impossible to determine. At first glance, it seems like…

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A Mother Accused of the Unthinkable: Patricia Stallings Fight for Justice 29:32

2M ago29:32

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In the scorching summer of 1989, a mother’s worst nightmare began. Patricia Stallings, just 24 years old, rushed her critically ill baby, Ryan, to the hospital. What followed would send her into a heart-wrenching battle for her life and freedom. For months, little Ryan had been suffering from severe gastric distress. But on one fateful day, his con…

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Popcorn and Pistols, a Cinema Tragedy: Chad Oulson's Last Day 28:27

2M ago28:27

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On January 13, 2014, just before 1:30 PM, moviegoers were settling in for an afternoon of entertainment. The lights dimmed, trailers played, and everything seemed normal—until the lives of two men, Chad Oulson, a U.S. Army veteran, and Curtis J. Reeves, a retired police captain and SWAT commander, collided in a shocking, life-altering way. What beg…

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Secrets, Suspects, and the Hunt for Her Killer: The Vanishing of Suzy Lamplugh 29:17

3M ago29:17

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On July 28, 1986, 25-year-old Suzy Lamplugh, a driven and confident real estate agent from London, England, went missing under bizarre and unsettling circumstances. Suzy, who had a promising career ahead of her, left her office that morning with a scheduled appointment to show a house to a client at 37 Shorrolds Road in Fulham. Her appointment was …

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Uncover the Dark Side of Reality TV: The Tragic Tale of Nancy Campbell-Panitz 29:06

3M ago29:06

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Join me for a gripping episode that delves into one of the most infamous television shows in history—the Jerry Springer Show—and its connection to a shocking tragedy. Meet Nancy Campbell-Panitz, a quiet single mother who found herself at the center of a sensationalized reunion with her ex-husband and his mistress on live TV. But what was supposed t…

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Secrets, Lies, and a Cold Case That Won't Die: The Unsolved Murder of Dana Bradley 29:44

3M ago29:44

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On December 14, 1981, in St. John's, Newfoundland, 14-year-old Dana Bradley vanished while hitchhiking home to celebrate her mother's birthday. Witnesses saw her get into a car with an unknown man, but she never arrived. Four days later, her body was found in a remote wooded area, brutally assaulted with a blunt instrument. The eerie scene included…

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Graveyard Confessions: The Disappearance of Lee Boxell 29:05

3M ago29:05

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In the quiet suburbs of South London, a 15-year-old boy with an infectious smile and warm personality vanished without a trace in 1988. Lee Boxell left his home on a Saturday morning, with his parents believing he was off to a football match, unaware that they would never see him again. The last confirmed sighting was in Sutton town center, where h…

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When Love Turned Deadly: Reeva Steenkamp's Tragic Valentine’s Day 30:37

3M ago30:37

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On February 14, 2013, a day meant for love and romance turned into a tragic and mysterious event that would shake the world. Oscar Pistorius, the renowned South African Paralympian athlete known as the "Blade Runner," fired four shots through a locked bathroom door, killing his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp. A model and law graduate with a promising …

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Uncovering the Tragic Failures of the Justice System: Crystal McCrory Jones 28:43

4M ago28:43

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On February 9, 2023, Crystal McCrory Jones, a 43-year-old woman, failed to show up for a scheduled doctor's appointment, prompting her husband to request a welfare check. What Deputy Chuck Harris found inside her home would forever change the lives of those who loved her: Crystal was dead from a gunshot wound to the head. Authorities quickly ruled …

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The Baffling Disappearance of Noah Donohoe: Unraveling the Mystery 30:12

4M ago30:12

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On June 21, 2020, 14-year-old Noah Donohoe vanished from Belfast, Northern Ireland, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions. The most perplexing aspect of his disappearance was captured on surveillance footage: Noah riding his bike naked through a residential street. This bizarre sight sparked a massive search effort involving volunteers, po…

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The Tragic Betrayal of Brianna Ghey: A Shocking Case of Deception and Murder 29:39

4M ago29:39

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On February 11, 2023, 16-year-old Brianna Ghey, a vibrant teenager with a passion for TikTok, embarked on what seemed like a routine Saturday outing. She left her home to meet a friend, Scarlett Jenkinson, after receiving a text invitation to meet at the library. Despite her social anxiety, Brianna bravely boarded a bus alone, texting her mom along…

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The Vanishing of the Jack Family: A Chilling Canadian Mystery 26:05

4M ago26:05

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On August 2, 1989, the Jack family—Ronnie, Doreen, and their two young sons, Russell and Ryan—mysteriously disappeared from Prince George, British Columbia. This Indigenous family, seeking a better life, was lured by a stranger's promise of lucrative jobs at a remote logging camp. The night before, Ronnie met a tall Caucasian man with reddish-brown…

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The Tragic Case of Innocence Lost: Jordan Browns Traumatic Childhood 28:54

5M ago28:54

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On a frigid February morning in 2009, a rural Pennsylvania town was shaken by a brutal crime: the murder of 26-year-old Kenzie Marie Houk, eight months pregnant with her unborn child. The investigation that followed raised more questions than answers, focusing on an unlikely suspect—11-year-old Jordan Brown, the son of Kenzie's fiancé. The case hin…

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An Unlikely Suspect: The Murders of J.B. Beasley and Tracie Hawlett 34:21

5M ago34:21

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In the sweltering summer of 1999, a small Alabama town was forever changed when two vibrant teenagers, J.B. Beasley and Tracie Hawlett, vanished on a night meant to celebrate J.B.'s birthday. Hours later, their bodies were discovered in the trunk of their car, brutally murdered and abandoned on a quiet Ozark road. The crime scene revealed signs of …

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The Fatal Obsession: The Tragic Case of Shayna Hubers and Ryan Poston 33:46

5M ago33:46

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On the evening of October 12, 2012, a chilling 911 call shook Highland Heights, Kentucky. Shayna Hubers, just 21 years old, calmly reported, "I killed my boyfriend in self-defense." When police arrived, they found Ryan Poston, a 29-year-old rising star in the legal world, dead from multiple gunshot wounds. Shayna claimed she acted in desperation, b…

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The Horrifying Date That Turned Into a Nightmare: Sade Robinson's Tragic Murder 28:00

5M ago28:00

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On April 1, 2024, 19-year-old Sade Robinson from Milwaukee eagerly anticipated a night out on a date. Surveillance footage captured her sitting beside a man at Twisted Fisherman, a local restaurant, before they left together. This would be the last time anyone saw her alive. The next day, Sade's burned-out car was discovered in a parking lot, with …

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The Dark Legacy of Mark Kilroy: A Spring Break Nightmare 30:59

6M ago30:59

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In the spring of 1989, what was supposed to be a week of sun and fun for Mark Kilroy, a 21-year-old University of Texas student, turned into a horrific nightmare. While on spring break in Matamoros, Mexico, Mark vanished outside a bar, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions. Initially, local authorities treated his disappearance as just ano…

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Unraveling the Banfield Murders: A Web of Deceit and Betrayal 26:32

6M ago26:32

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On February 24, 2023, a frantic 911 call from the Banfield family home in Virginia set off a chain of events that would expose a dark and twisted tale of love, betrayal, and murder. Police arrived to find Christine Banfield, a devoted mother and wife, clinging to life with multiple stab wounds, while nearby, Joseph Ryan lay dead from gunshot wounds…

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The Chilling Confession of Virginia McCullough: A Family Betrayal 29:26

6M ago29:26

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In September 2023, a seemingly ordinary family home in Essex, England, became the site of a heinous crime that would stun even the most seasoned detectives. John and Lois McCullough, aged 70 and 71, had been missing for years, but their disappearance was only recently reported by their concerned doctor. When Essex Police forced entry into the McCul…

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Unmasking Kat Torres: The Dark Side of an Instagram Influencer Turned Human Trafficker 29:56

6M ago29:56

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In September 2022, the disappearance of two young Brazilian women ignited a frantic search across the United States, involving their families and the FBI. The only clue was their connection to Kat Torres, a social media influencer with a glamorous past, having mingled with celebrities like Leonardo DiCaprio. But beneath her charming facade, a sinis…

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Tragedy Uncovered: The Devastating Story of Cimarron Thomas and the UK's Most Notorious Catfisher 31:03

7M ago31:03

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In May 2018, the life of 12-year-old Cimarron Thomas from West Virginia was cut short in a tragic event that would leave her family and community shattered. This vibrant young girl, who loved playing the violin and chatting with friends on Snapchat, ended her life using her father's handgun. Her younger sister discovered her body, and the family wa…

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Betrayal in the Family: Uncovering the Shocking Disappearance of Iyana Sawyer 31:26

7M ago31:26

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On December 19, 2018, 16-year-old Iyana Sawyer, a straight-A student from Jacksonville, Florida, vanished after leaving her high school early. Surveillance footage captured her departure around 11 AM, carrying two bags filled with school supplies and personal items. Iyana was five months pregnant, and her family had been supportive, but her disappe…

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Beyond the Paranormal: The Turbulent Life of Christina Boyer—From 'Poltergeist Kid' to Convicted Mother 31:42

7M ago31:42

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In the mid-1980s, Christina Boyer, then known as Tina Resch, captivated the nation as the "Columbus Poltergeist Kid," claiming she could move objects with her mind. Her family's assertions of her telekinetic powers propelled her to media fame, including a feature on Unsolved Mysteries. However, her life took a dramatic turn, from being a runaway te…

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Mischief Night Turns to Murder: Unraveling the Chilling Case of Martha Moxley 31:08

7M ago31:08

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On October 30, 1975, the night before Halloween, known as Mischief Night, 15-year-old Martha Moxley joined her friends in the affluent Belle Haven neighborhood of Greenwich, Connecticut, for an evening of pranks and fun. Among her companions were Michael Skakel, 15, and his brother Tommy, 17, members of a prominent family connected to the Kennedys.…

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The Toxic Enigma: Unraveling the Baffling Case of Gloria Ramirez, the Woman Whose Body Poisoned Dozens 25:25

7M ago25:25

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On February 19, 1994, Gloria Ramirez, a vibrant 31-year-old wife and mother from Riverside, California, was rushed to the hospital, battling late-stage cervical cancer. Her life was cut short that night, but not due to her illness. Instead, her death became a medical enigma that continues to haunt healthcare professionals. After Gloria passed away,…

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Beyond the Shadows of Corpsewood Manor: Unraveling the Dark, True Crime Legacy of Dr. Charles Scudder and Joseph Odom 27:40

8M ago27:40

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Deep within the desolate Chattahoochee National Forest lies the haunting remains of Corpsewood Manor, a hand-built brick mansion with a history as ominous as its name. Dr. Charles Scudder and his partner, Joseph Odom, built this sanctuary to escape the chaos of city life, but their dreams were brutally shattered in December 1982. The couple, along …

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The Real-Life Horror Behind 'The Exorcism of Emily Rose': The Anneliese Michel Story 24:52

8M ago24:52

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You may have seen the chilling 2005 film "The Exorcism of Emily Rose," but few know the true story behind it. Anneliese Michel, a deeply devout young woman from Klingenberg, Bavaria, suffered from epilepsy and mental health issues that worsened despite medical treatments. Convinced she was possessed by demons, her family and two local priests condu…

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The Babysitter's Dark Secret: Unraveling the Shocking Crimes of Christine Falling 25:15

8M ago25:15

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As parents, we often entrust our most precious assets—our children—to caregivers, relying on trust and hope that they will be safe. But what happens when that trust is brutally betrayed? Christine Falling, known as the "Babysitter from Hell," is a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance in choosing caregivers. Her crimes are a haunting testam…

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Beyond the Pages: Kouri Richins' Children's Book of Grief or a Calculated Cover-Up? 32:14

8M ago32:14

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In March 2022, a celebratory evening at the Richins' Utah home turned into a tragic nightmare. Kouri Richins, a successful real estate agent, had just closed on a new property for her business. She and her husband, Eric, enjoyed a few drinks, including a Moscow mule she made for him. However, their night ended in horror when Eric was found unrespon…

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A Decade of Silence: Unraveling the Haunting Disappearance of Sarah and Jacob Hoggle 31:32

8M ago31:32

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On September 8, 2014, Troy Turner's world was shattered when he reported his girlfriend, Catherine Hoggle, and their two youngest children, Sarah and Jacob, missing. Catherine initially returned, claiming she had dropped the children off at a new daycare, but her erratic behavior soon raised alarms. As the day unfolded, she led Troy on a wild goose…

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The Body Next Door: Unraveling the Dark Legacy of Leigh Ann Sabine 23:35

9M ago23:35

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In the months leading up to her death from brain cancer, Leigh Ann Sabine made a cryptic comment to her hairdresser: "People will talk about me after I'm gone because of the body in the bag." Dismissed as one of her many outlandish tales, this statement would prove to be a haunting prophecy. Just a month after her passing, two friends stumbled upon…

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The Phantom of Heilbronn: How a DNA Blunder Unmasked a Non-Existent Killer 25:03

9M ago25:03

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Imagine a serial killer so elusive, she was dubbed "The Phantom of Heilbronn" or "The Woman Without a Face." For years, German police hunted this enigmatic figure, linked to six murders and numerous thefts across Europe. The DNA evidence seemed irrefutable, pointing to a single female perpetrator. But in a shocking twist, it was discovered that the…

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Beyond Reasonable Doubt? Unraveling the Controversial Conviction of Scott Watson 29:07

11M ago29:07

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Before dawn break, on New Year's Day, 1998, 21-year-old Ben Smart and 17-year-old Olivia Hope were looking for a place to crash after spending the evening celebrating with other partygoers in the Marlborough Sounds, in New Zealand. They were last seen getting out of a water taxi and boarding a yacht after a strange man offered them a place to sleep…

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The Kayak Killer Enigma: Unraveling the Controversial Case of Angelika Graswald 30:26

12M ago30:26

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It was the early evening hours of Sunday, April 19, 2015. Vincent Viafore and his fiancee Angelika Graswald were trying to enjoy a kayaking adventure in the Hudson River, but the water was cold and choppy, and they were not adequately prepared for the conditions. For one - Vincent wasn’t wearing a life vest and his kayak was missing a drain plug. D…

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Beyond the Ashes: The Mysterious Disappearance of Ramona Brown 25:16

12M ago25:16

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The date was March 6th, 1984, the night before Mardi Gras. Hailing from New Orleans, The Brown family, which included parents Johnnie Mae and Aubrey Brown and their 10 children, spent the evening getting ready to celebrate. Excitement was in the air in anticipation of the music, food and floats that they were going to be able to enjoy. The kids wer…

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Johnny Kitagawa: The J-Pop Predator 28:08

12M ago28:08

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One of the first things I noticed when I moved to Tokyo was the smiling faces of J-Pop idols posted everywhere - large billboards, moving trucks, subway cars. Japan has the second largest music market in the world, mostly due to the rising popularity of J-Pop, with millions of fans in Japan and all around the world. One man, known as Johnny Kitagaw…

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Aubrey Dameron: A Life Worth Finding 28:11

12M ago28:11

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It was the very early morning of March 9, 2019 - around 3:30 am, before the sun came up. 25-year-old Aubrey Dameron walked into the living room and told her mother and brother that she was off to meet a friend. She doesn’t specify who this friend is - but she leaves home without her purse or her anti-seizure medication, which she is supposed to car…

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Noah Presgrove: A Small Town Secret 26:23

1y ago26:23

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On September 4th, 2023, at around 5:53 am, 19-year-old Noah Presgrove was found dead on the side of an Oklahoma highway. It was a bizarre scene - Noah was found wearing mismatched shoes, with only one of the shoes belonging to him. His shorts were found a few feet away from his body, along with three pieces of white metal chain and part of his toot…

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Sebastian Rogers is Missing: What Goes Bump in the Night? 22:17

1y ago22:17

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It was the morning of February 26, 2024, and it was supposed to be a day like any other. At around 6am, Katie Proudfoot walked into the bedroom of her 15-year-old son, Sebastian Rogers, to wake him up for school. To her shock, she found his room empty - he was gone. Not in his room and nowhere to be found elsewhere in their Tennessee home. Yes, Seb…

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Thad Phillips: The Lone Survivor of the Bonebreaker Killer 28:57

1y ago28:57

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It was the summer of 1995. 13-year-old Thad Phillips had fallen asleep in his living room watching a movie. Suddenly, he awoke to the feeling of someone lifting him up and carrying him away - initially he thought maybe it was his dad, bringing him upstairs to bed. But it wasn’t. The person holding him was an older teen boy named Joe Clark. Joe carr…

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Teresita Basa: She Solved Her Own Murder From Beyond the Grave 20:20

1y ago20:20

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One early morning in February 1977, the Chicago fire department responded to a call reporting billowing smoke coming from one of the units at the Pine Grove Avenue apartments. After putting out the flames, they discovered that this was much more than a simple fire - it was a crime scene. Inside the smokey apartment, they found the body of Teresita …

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