Best UNSCRIPT ED Podcasts (2025)

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Dr Wendy’s Arrest, Ed Gein’s Netflix Monster, & Murdaugh Murders Unpacked | This Week in Unscripted TV & True Crime 21:46

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** REMASTERED, again :) - Real Housewives Dr. Wendy Osefo’s shocking arrest, Netflix’s Monster: The Ed Gein Story, and a new deep dive into the Murdaugh Murders — this week, Cuffs & Confessionals unpacks where reality TV meets real crime. From Bravo scandals to true horror, the drama doesn’t stop when the cameras do.…

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Ep:76 | The Murder of Ardeth Wood | Murder Unscripted 1:14:58

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A gifted grad student. A city on edge. And a composite sketch that changed everything. Melissa unpacks the 2003 murder of Ottawa’s Ardeth Wood, from her disappearance to the forensic artistry that led investigators to her killer, Chris Myers. This episode of Murder Unscripted explores how one powerful drawing helped bring justice — and how art and …

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We Ranked Halloween Candy & Movies | it got real 🍬 | Dad Compass Ep. 37 55:30

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Halloween once meant pillowcases full of candy, unsupervised chaos, and trick-or-treating until the streetlights came on. Today? Moderation, parent escorts, and candy trades for toys. Times change. In this episode, the dads break down: 🎃 The real origin of Halloween 🍬 Candy ranking wars (Whoppers caught a stray) 👻 Horror movies then vs now 🧠 Change…

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Housewives, Horror & Real Life Haunts 26:09

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It’s a Halloween special! From the real killers who inspired Hollywood horror like Ed Gein and John Wayne Gacy to the most iconic Real Housewives Halloween episodes, we’re diving into fact vs. fiction, Bravo chaos, and the best spooky-season TV to binge right now.By cuffsandconfessionals

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Ep:75 | A Conversation with Dr. Katherine Ramsland | Haunted Crime Scenes & Paranormal Forensics | Murder Unscripted 1:14:55

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Dr. Katherine Ramsland sits down to discuss haunted crime scenes, paranormal forensics, and HBO’s The Serial Killer’s Apprentice What happens when true crime crosses into the paranormal? In this spine-chilling episode of Murder Unscripted, forensic psychologist and author Dr. Katherine Ramsland explores haunted crime scenes, paranormal forensics, a…

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Dad Chaos & Dumb Debates: Rapid-Fire Dad Questions You Didn’t Ask For 😂 59:48

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Welcome back to The Dad Compass Podcast, where fatherhood meets absolute chaos and comedy. This week, Dmitry and Patrick kick things off with a ridiculous “Tom, Dick, and Harry” intro before diving into a rapid-fire round of hilarious, brutally honest dad questions. From The Perfect Neighbor Netflix documentary to the dumbest dad hills to die on, t…

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From Potomac to the Lowcountry: Wendy’s legal drama, Miami’s fallout, Bravo’s lawsuit, and new true-crime deep dives into Murdaugh and BTK. 19:47

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Hattie Keyes dives into Wendy Osefo’s legal battle, Miami marriage chaos, and Todd Nepola’s $10 million Bravo lawsuit — plus new true-crime drops like Murdaugh: Death in the Family and My Father, The BTK Killer.By cuffsandconfessionals

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He Wanted the Land...They Paid the Price | Killed on the Family Farm | Murder Unscripted 16:51

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Killed for the Family Farm tells the chilling true story of Jack and Linda Myers - a beloved couple brutally murdered in their own home on a quiet stretch of rural Ohio farmland. What began as a peaceful family life ended in betrayal, greed, and violence — all while a 4-year-old child lay pretending to sleep just feet away. In this episode of Murde…

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PART 1 - Cameras Rolling, Charges Falling: The McBee Scandal & Housewives History Lesso 17:27

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Hattie Keyes breaks down the McBee patriarch’s sentencing and Bravo’s surprising renewal amid fraud charges, then dives into a Housewife history lesson on legendary hookups and betrayals across franchises. The episode closes with a major update on Denise Richards’ legal battle—her ex arrested mid‑hearing—setting up a second part packed with more sc…

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Ep:74 | The Murder of Martha Brailsford | Murder Unscripted 56:10

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In 1991, Salem’s “Official Witch,” Laurie Cabot, claimed she could see where missing woman Martha Brailsford was hidden. Days later, police recovered the body, and arrested neighbor Thomas Maimoni for her murder. This chilling true crime story blurs the line between witchcraft, intuition, and justice. When Martha Brailsford went missing after a day…

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From Caregiver to Crimefighter: The Nurse Who Stopped a Killer 46:04

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The wait is finally over! Join Stacey and Sandra as they discuss the shocking true story behind "The Good Nurse".

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Burnout, Fatherhood & Netflix’s “Monster: The Ed Gein Story” | Real Talk + Mental Health 57:37

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Feeling fried, stuck, or just plain over it? In this episode of The Dad Compass Podcast, Dmitry and Patrick dive into burnout, honest fixes that actually help, and how trying to be present dads collides with real-world stress. We also unpack Netflix’s “Monster: The Ed Gein Story”—casting surprises (yep, “Jax” from Sons of Anarchy), fact vs. fiction…

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Ep:73 | The Dozier School for Boys | Murder Unscripted 1:07:35

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For over a century, the Dozier School for Boys in Marianna, Florida operated under the guise of reform. But behind its walls, countless young boys endured abuse, neglect, and unimaginable atrocities at the hands of those meant to protect them. In this episode, we uncover: 📜 The disturbing history of the Dozier Reform School ⚠️ The horrifying abuse …

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Fact vs Fiction, Monster: The Ed Gein Story 1:00:19

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Join Stacey and Sandra as they discuss the true facts from the fiction in the drama series, Monster: The Ed Gein Story.

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From Beer Bros to Bedtime Dads: The Friendship Shift 1:00:29

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When you become a dad, your friendships don’t disappear—they evolve. In this episode of The Dad Compass, we get real about how fatherhood changes your circle: who leans in, who drifts, and how to build a “dad tribe” that actually fits your life. We cover the lonely-dad phase, the shift from quantity to quality, why some friends can’t handle your ne…

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The Murder of Shannon Melendi | Murder Unscripted - Forensic Fridays 27:11

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A promising 19-year-old college student disappears after a softball game. Weeks later, a chilling phone call reveals a voice that will haunt investigators for years. This is the story of Shannon Melendi — a case of obsession, deception, and a killer hiding in plain sight. 🔪 Who was the man behind the call? And how did justice finally catch up? #Sha…

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Ep:72 | The Todville Murder Mansion | Murder Unscripted 1:20:10

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Bombshells, Betrayals & Breakthroughs: From Housewives Chaos to True Crime Shocker 19:12

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Provider vs Present: What Women Really Want From Dads Today | The Dad Compass Podcast EP 33 1:06:18

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Provider vs Present: What Women Really Want From Dads Today | The Dad Compass Podcast Modern fatherhood is changing fast. It is no longer just about being the provider. In this episode, Dmitry and Patrick talk about what women truly value in fathers today — emotional presence, respect, and partnership. They discuss how fatherhood has evolved from t…

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Ep:71 - The Case that Shook a Death Investigator: Shannon Byers tells all | Murder Unscripted 1:37:09

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The Dad Shift: Sarcasm, Accountability, and Showing Up (Even When You Mess Up) EP 32 1:03:51

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Fatherhood doesn’t just add kids—it rewires your brain, your marriage, and the way you make every decision. In today’s episode of The Dad Compass, Dmitry and Patrick get real about the difference between becoming a dad and learning to be one—how sarcasm can tank communication, why accountability beats perfection, and the moments when your kids beco…

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The Tragic Death of Celeste Rivas | This Week’s Headlines in True Crime & Reality TV 25:27

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This week on Cuffs & Confessionals, we dig into the shocking discovery of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas, whose remains were found in a Tesla linked to TikTok star and musician D4vd. We break down the timeline, the unanswered questions, and what investigators may be holding back. Then we dive into the Bravo universe: revisiting RHOC Season 4, where Gret…

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Ep:70 | The Luna Family Murders | Murder Unscripted 56:00

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Is this America's most sadistic crime ever? In this episode of Murder Unscripted, we unpack the harrowing 1993 killings of the Luna family in west Phoenix, Arizona. Prosecutors said Richard Kenneth Djerf targeted the household in a revenge plot tied to an earlier burglary dispute involving Albert Luna Jr., a former coworker. Djerf later pleaded gui…

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Ranking the Most Iconic TV Dads (Cartoons vs Sitcoms) | Fatherhood Hot Takes & 1K Subs! 50:35

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If you grew up on sitcoms and Saturday morning cartoons, this one’s for you. In Episode 31 of The Dad Compass, we rank the most famous TV dads—animated and live-action—from Uncle Phil and Danny Tanner to Homer Simpson, Peter Griffin, Red Foreman, Tony Soprano, Walter White, Clark Griswold, Frank Gallagher, Thanos (yep), and more. We also celebrate …

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The Murder of Jackie Clark - The Tragic Case of an 8-Year-Old in Canada | MU Mini 7:28

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In 1995, 8-year-old Jackie Clark was brutally murdered in New Brunswick, Canada, a case that shocked the nation and left lasting scars. Join Melissa as she uncover the details, the investigation, and the pursuit of justice in this haunting true crime story.

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Ep:69 - The Austin Yogurt Shop Murders, Pt. 2 | Murder Unscripted 59:15

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To skip the banter, jump to 2:18 The 1991 Austin Yogurt Shop Murders remain one of the most haunting unsolved crimes in Texas history. In this episode, we investigate how four men — Forrest Welbourne, Michael Scott, Robert Springsteen, and Maurice Pierce — became central figures in the case. We cover: 🕵️‍♂️ How each suspect was connected to the cri…

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Charlie Kirk Assassination, Subway Stabbing & School Shooting | Ep. 30 55:36

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In this week’s episode of The Dad Compass Podcast, we unpack three shocking and heartbreaking attacks that shook America in 2025 — each one raising questions about safety, mental health, and the direction our society is heading. 🟥 First, we cover the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was fatally shot during a Turning Point US…

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Cameras Rolling: Karen Huger’s Red Carpet Release, An OC Playbook, and a High School Catfish Scandal 18:31

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Hattie Keyes returns to Cuffs and Confessionals with a fast-paced episode that blends Bravo drama and true crime: Karen Huger’s jail release, a resurfaced Orange County feud that may involve planted storylines, and a chilling Netflix catfish case where a mother targeted her own daughter. The show also breaks down recent courtroom developments, incl…

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Ep:68 - The Austin Yogurt Shop Murders, Pt. 1 | Murder Unscripted 1:04:25

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To skip the banter, jump to 7:09 In December 1991, Austin, Texas was shaken by one of the most shocking and brutal crimes in its history: the Yogurt Shop Murders. Four teenage girls were killed inside a small yogurt shop, a case that has haunted investigators and the community for decades. In Part 1 of this two-part series, we explore: 🔎 The chilli…

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30 Days Left to Live: What Fathers Want Their Kids to Know EP29 58:14

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If you found out you only had 30 days left to live, what would you do? How would you spend your final days with your kids, your partner, and your family? In this raw and unfiltered episode of The Dad Compass Podcast, Dmitry V and Patrick O go deep into fatherhood, mortality, and legacy. We ask the hard questions every dad secretly thinks about: How…

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The Murder of Russel Douglas | MU Mini 5:29

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On Christmas Day 2003, Russel Douglas was found shot to death in his car on Whidbey Island, Washington. What looked like a holiday tragedy soon unraveled into a shocking murder-for-hire plot filled with betrayal, secrets, and manipulation. Join us as we uncover the twists and turns behind the murder of Russell Douglas and the search for justice.…

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Ep:67 - Army Specialist strangled after night on the town | Spc. Darlene Krashoc | Murder Unscripted 1:13:41

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In this episode, we revisit the 1987 Colorado Springs murder of 20-year-old Army Specialist Darlene “Krash” Krashoc, a Fort Carson soldier whose case went cold for decades - until DNA technology brought a breakthrough and a conviction more than 30 years later. We unpack the timeline, the forensics, and the investigation that ultimately identified M…

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Housewife Release Day, McBee Dynasty, and Lie Detector Drama 20:33

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In our premiere episode, host Hattie Keyes dives into the messy crossroads of reality TV and true crime. From Karen Huger’s surprise early release after a DUI conviction, to the McBee family’s federal crop insurance fraud and its ripple effects on McBee Dynasty, to a jaw-dropping lie detector showdown on Real Housewives of Orange County—we’re unpac…

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Shattered Trust: Why Kids Aren’t Safe | Minneapolis Shooting + Netflix Catfish Exposed EP 28 1:08:15

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Two stories. One thread: broken trust. In this episode of The Dad Compass, Dmitry V and Patrick O unpack the Annunciation Catholic School shooting in Minneapolis—where two children, Fletcher Merkel (8) and Harper Moyski (10), lost their lives—and the Netflix documentary Unknown Number: The High School Catfish. We go deep on motives, missed warning …

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The Murder of Beverly Carter | MU Mini 6:11

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A successful real estate agent showing a home in Arkansas—what should have been a routine appointment turned into a nightmare. When Beverly Carter never returned, a frantic search began… and what investigators uncovered was a chilling plot of greed and deception that shocked the community. Join Ed & Melissa every Tuesday for their deep dives into t…

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Ep:66 - From Disappearance to Justice - A conversation with Cpl. Rob Betnar | Murder Unscripted 1:18:04

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Ed and Melissa sit down with Rob Betnar, the Pennsylvania State Police investigator who cracked the 1985 murder of 13-year-old David Wellington Reed in Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania. Drawing from the original police files - not rumors - Rob walks us through how a long-cold disappearance became a homicide case and, ultimately, a solved mystery. Ed …

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Parenting Through Bullying | Stories of Resilience, Schools & Social Media | Episode 27 57:22

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Bullying isn’t what it used to be. Back in the 80s and 90s, it was face-to-face, on the playground, or at school. Today, kids face cyberbullying, online hate, and constant pressure from social media. In this episode of The Dad Compass Podcast, Dmitry and Patrick get real about how bullying has evolved — from dodgeball stories and “old school” trash…

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The Murder of Kay Mortensen | MU Mini 7:04

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In this MU Mini, Ed dives into the shocking murder of Kay Mortensen, a retired BYU professor whose life was cut short in his quiet Payson, Utah home in 2009. What began as a brutal and baffling crime that placed suspicion on his own family would unravel into a chilling story of greed, betrayal, and a deadly robbery gone wrong. Join us as we uncover…

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Ep:65 - The UNTOLD story of the paperboy whose murder made headlines | David Reed | Murder Unscripted 1:12:53

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To skip the banter, jump to 10:25 In August of 1985, a beloved 13-year-old paperboy disappears without a trace in tiny Schuylkill Haven, PA. The next day, his bicycle is found in the weeds by some railroad tracks...4 months later, his bones on a remote hillside. Rumors swirl for decades, leaving a heartbroken family with more questions than answers…

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Schools in Crisis?! Bullying, Politics & Safety in 2025 EP 26 1:12:02

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Schools in Crisis? The Dad Compass Podcast – Schools in Crisis?! Bullying, Politics & Safety in 2025 EP 26 Back to school isn’t what it used to be. In this episode, two dads from different generations (Patrick at 42, Dmitry at 33) dive into how schools have changed over the last 20 years—and what that means for our kids today. From bullying and saf…

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The Murders of Billy Payne & Billie Jean Hayworth aka The Facebook Murders (MU Mini) 5:50

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In January 2012, the quiet town of Mountain City, Tennessee, was shaken by the brutal murders of Billy Payne and his fiancé, Billie Jean Hayworth, who was found holding their infant son—alive but covered in her blood. What seemed like an unfathomable act of violence soon unraveled into a chilling story of obsession, jealousy, and a toxic web of onl…

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32k Views, Wish Dad Would have taught you "x" EP 25 1:00:32

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In this episode of The Dad Compass Podcast, we dive into a viral short we posted that hit 32K views—featuring a man’s emotional story about a 40-year-old spool of wire… and how his partner hilariously missed the deeper meaning. From that clip, we jump into real talk about growing up without fathers, the life skills we had to figure out on our own (…

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Ep:64 - Who Killed Shannon Siders? A father's journey to justice | Murder Unscripted 1:03:18

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To skip the banter, jump to 6:49 On a steamy July night in 1989, 18-year-old Shannon Siders slipped into a friend’s car and vanished into the dark woods outside Newaygo, Michigan. Three months later a hunter found her beaten remains in the “Hole-in-the-Woods” clearing, launching one of the state’s most haunting mysteries. A cold-case task force exh…

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MU Mini - Janet Monge, the controversial anthropologist 4:56

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In this week's MU Mini, we harken back to July's block, GIRL POWER, to spotlight Janet Monge, the controversial anthropologist at the University of Pennsylvania. From her role in the aftermath of the MOVE bombings 💥, to the chilling mystery of Duffy’s Cut ☠️, and her work identifying America’s “first serial killer” H.H. Holmes 🏰. 💬 Question of the …

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Ep:63 - DNA cracks DECADES-OLD cold case | The chilling case of Mandy Stavik | Murder Unscripted 1:14:05

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To skip the banter, jump to 8:12 In this episode of Murder Unscripted, Melissa unpacks the haunting disappearance and murder of 18-year-old Mandy Stavik along the Nooksack River trail in tiny Acme, Washington. While everyone in town had their suspicions about who was responsible, folks kept their secrets to themselves. Three decades later, a discar…

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74-Life Unscripted: Facing Our Son’s Type 1 Diabetes Diagnosis 1:02:01

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Join us as Sandra shares her families experience of navigating her sons Type 1 Diabetes Diagnosis.By Stacey Rourke & Sandra Schaer-Fisackerly

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The Murder of John McCabe - MU Mini 5:28

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In 1969, 15-year-old John McCabe was found bound and strangled in a vacant lot—his murder unsolved for over 40 years. When one man finally broke the silence, he unraveled a deadly pact of teenage jealousy, secrets, and a family’s relentless fight for justice.

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Ep:62 - An Empowering Conversation with Michelle Knight (a.k.a. Lily Rose Lee) - Held captive 11 years 1:05:10

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In this gripping installment of Murder Unscripted, Ed and Melissa sit down with survivor‑advocate Lily Rose Lee - known to the world as Michelle Knight🌹 Abducted in 2002 and imprisoned for 11 unimaginable years inside Ariel Castro’s “house of horrors,” With laughter and raw honesty, Lily shows that hope can bloom even in the darkest corners. If her…

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# EPISODE 23 – Dad Pet Peeves 56:13

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🔔 **Subscribe & hit the bell** for weekly doses of fatherhood honesty & humor! 🎧 Listen on Spotify • Apple --- ## EPISODE 23 – Dad Pet Peeves From *thermostat tampering* to that teaspoon of milk left in the jug, Patrick & Dmitry count down the internet’s TOP‑10 Dad Pet Peeves… then admit their own. We’re talking: 0:00 Cold open & why we’re already …

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Ep:61 "The Miracle in Cleveland" Part 2 1:13:50

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Three captives. One locked house. A decade of hidden terror ends in a single breathtaking dash for freedom. In our gripping conclusion to the “Miracle in Cleveland,” we trace the years Michelle Knight, Amanda Berry, and Gina DeJesus spent behind Ariel Castro’s boarded‑up doors, and the split‑second decision that saved their lives. ❤️ Support the sh…