Best Jonah Lantto Podcasts (2025)

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E118: Dibs on the Passat 1:04:23

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE After two siblings accuse their brother of theft, sibling rivalry is taken to an entirely different level. Who knew the value of a Volkswagon could be worth more than their brother's life. This episode was recorded and filmed with a live audience at the Belle Mehus in Bismarck, ND. Victim: Edwin Hawes Location: Golden Valley, …

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🔒 E118: Dibs on the Passat 1:04:23

5d ago1:04:23

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Subscriber-only episode FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE **This episode will release to all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, April 28th.** After two siblings accuse their brother of theft, sibling rivalry is taken to an entirely different level. Who knew the value of a Volkswagon could be worth more than their brother's life. This ep…

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E117: Split Decisions 1:04:53

14d ago1:04:53

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE **Added listener discretion is advised** A continuous cycle of abuse leads to the emergence of an alter personality who assumes control when necessary, creating wide gaps of memory loss for the host persona. When they struggle to conceive, the alter will stop at nothing to have a baby. Sponsored in part by: https://www.myasmis…

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🔒 E116 Bestie Bonus Content 27:24

28d ago27:24

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Subscriber-only episode FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE Insightful questions and episode title suggestions from the live Q&A session for episode 116. (Jamestown, ND) https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpodBy Jonah Lantto & Dawn Palumbo with the Good Talk Network

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E116: Spring Break Sucks 1:04:46

28d ago1:04:46

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE What happens when children are raised by evil and neglect? With one family, numerous women went missing and were eventually found murdered. Well, some of them were found. All to make dad proud. This episode was presented by Safe Shelter in Jamestown, ND. This episode was brought to you by Mya's Mission. Episode title suggested…

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E115: Mystics, Dicks, and Cartel Tricks 1:10:18

1M ago1:10:18

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE In this very special episode Midwest Murder is heading on Spring Break. A young spring breaker goes missing along the border of Texas and Mexico, resulting in a massive international investigation unveiling corruption, dozens of deaths, a slaughter farm, and horrific cult activity. Recorded with a massive audience at the Commu…

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E114: Camouflage Doesn't Hide You in a Home 56:25

2M ago56:25

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE Heartache seemed to follow the aging grandparents. When the court delivered the decision that they had rights to see their granddaughter, they immediately made plans to see the little girl they hadn't given up hope in seeing during the year prior. And then, tragedy struck when they died in the blaze that took their rural home.…

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E113: Little Cousins Fall 53:10

2M ago53:10

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE When a pair of missing cousins are found dead in the basement of an area resident, the investigation reveals highly questionable and controversial circumstances surrounding their demise. Recorded at the best dang steakhouse in northwest North Dakota; the 109 Club and Steakhouse in Lignite. Location: Minnesota Victims: Nicholas…

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E112: Plz 1:09:42

3M ago1:09:42

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A woman's husband reports her missing after not showing up at work or home for days. There was trouble in the relationship, but they were both eager to begin repairing their marriage. Or were they? The case would move forward even though Kira was still missing. Detectives, friends, and family would not stop until they had all …

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E111: Fatal Codependency 1:03:00

3M ago1:03:00

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A mother's love, a daughter's hatred, a decades long toxic relationship of manipulation, impulsive neediness, and narcissism turns fatal. Location: ??? Victim: Carlene Conley Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpodBy Jonah Lantto & Dawn Palumbo with the Good Talk Network

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E110: Ring of Truth? 1:00:06

4M ago1:00:06

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE On Easter Sunday in 2006, a beloved couple is murdered in their home. Suspicions swirl around a family member which divides the small town. Were those suspicions the result of coercion and faulty crime scene work? When two burgling, joyriding teens get involved, it changes everything. Victims: Wayne & Sharmon Stock Location: M…

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E109: Leave it to the Experts 1:13:18

4M ago1:13:18

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE When an accident turns into murder, why bother looking at the actual forensic data when you can just take the expert's word for it, why call it an accident, when you can call it murder? Location: Indiana Victim: Anthony Bunch Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpodBy Jonah Lantto & Dawn Palumbo with the Good Talk Network

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E108: Nuclear Family 1:00:36

5M ago1:00:36

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A young mother ends up dead at the hand of an obsessed stalker. Her husband walked in to see his wife being beaten to death. Acting in self defense, the distraught husband ended the attacker's life. But was it actually self defense? Recorded before a live, sold out audience at the 109 Club in Lignite, ND. Episode title submitt…

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E107: the Hitman and the Hairdresser 1:17:40

5M ago1:17:40

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE When a self proclaimed hitman openly admits to the shocking murder of Carolyn Hudson, investigators are led down a long and twisted path toward the truth. Recorded live in Bismarck at the Belle Mehus Auditorium with an attendance record setting crowd! Episode title submitted by: Megan Berger Location: Wisconsin Victim: Carolyn…

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🔒 E107: Club Midwest Bonus 27:00

5M ago27:00

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Subscriber-only episode FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE Live QNA recording from the Belle Mehus, companion content for episode 107: the Hitman and the Hairdresser. Exclusive for Club Midwest subscribers. https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpodBy Jonah Lantto & Dawn Palumbo with the Good Talk Network

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E106: Turtle Decapitation Accident & Other Lies to Tell Your Neighbor 1:00:01

6M ago1:00:01

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE When a woman is murdered in her home, friends and family said she didn’t have any enemies. They were wrong. Victim: Ada Senenfelder Location: Winona, MN Recorded live before a nearly sold out audience at the Sanctuary Event Center in Fargo. Episode title submitted by: Jason Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod…

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🔒 Bestie Bonus Content E106 30:03

6M ago30:03

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Subscriber-only episode FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE Just for the besties; the live show QnA from the Sanctuary in Fargo. This is for episode 106. https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpodBy Jonah Lantto & Dawn Palumbo with the Good Talk Network

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E105: The Dentist Will Kill You Now 1:08:55

6M ago1:08:55

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A calculated sociopath creates manipulative bonds through the planning and completion of murder. Recorded live at Severance Brewing Co. in Sioux Falls, SD. Episode title submitted by: Alison Lauderback - Mrs. Peacock Location: St. Louis, MO / Illinois Victims: James Bullock, Eric Frey, Peter J Halm, Arthur & Vernita Gusewelle,…

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E104: Not Double Jeopardy 50:35

7M ago50:35

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE Rumors swirl and questions remain as a largely circumstantial case threatens to put a petty criminal behind bars for the murders of four close-knit family members. Victims: Kunz Family (5 members) Location: Athens, Wisconsin Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpodBy Jonah Lantto & Dawn Palumbo with the Good Talk Network

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E103: Injustice Begets Injustice 1:01:13

7M ago1:01:13

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A story of hope, life, dreams, death, and survival. Over 30 Scandinavian settlers, including 3 families, arrive to Minnesota in 1861 and quickly begin working to build their future. Unfortunately, only 19 of these brave emigrants would live to see that future. The historic first recording of Midwest Murder at the legendary Nor…

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E102: Most Likely to Succeed...in Prison? 1:02:28

7M ago1:02:28

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE When you're voted most likely to succeed and become a successful chiropractor, you may have a near perfect life when you add an amazing wife and kid to the equation. It's anything but perfect when your wife abruptly goes missing. Victim: Joyce Klindt Location: Davenport, IA Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod…

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🔒 E101: Bestie Bonus Content 28:47

8M ago28:47

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Subscriber-only episode FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE Dawn and Jonah discuss their thoughts and explore lingering questions from episode 101. This is bonus content specifically related to episode 101, be sure to listen to that episode first. Much love to our Midwestie Besties. We appreciate you. https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod…

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E101: Missing in the Deadroom 1:13:15

8M ago1:13:15

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE County Sheriff's in Iowa are obligated to investigate the disappearance of a highly unlikable resident with a long history of brutal abuse against his wife. Nobody could have prepared them for what they uncovered. Club Midwest Fans be sure to check out the bonus content for this episode. Support the show https://linktr.ee/midw…

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E100: Beware of BBQ 1:17:14

8M ago1:17:14

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE An office affair is never a good choice, but it's even worse if it turns deadly. Our one hundredth episode was recorded before a live audience at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks in Minot, ND. Episode title submitted by: Anonymous Location: Upper Peninsula, Michigan Victim: Christopher Regan Support the show https://linktr.ee/mi…

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E99: Phishing for Love in a Dumpster 1:05:55

9M ago1:05:55

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE This is a love story, but not like the fairy tale kind, it's more like a nightmarish Lifetime movie variety with added surprises, extra tragedy, amplified frustration, and utterly shocking injustice. Club Midwest Subscribers: be sure to check out the bonus content that goes along with this episode. Location: Indiana Victims: A…

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🔒 E99: Bestie Bonus Content 23:09

9M ago23:09

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Subscriber-only episode FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE Dawn and Jonah further explore events related to episode 99. https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpodBy Jonah Lantto & Dawn Palumbo with the Good Talk Network

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E98: That Didn’t Forking Work 56:09

9M ago56:09

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A farmer is afraid to lose everything in a potential divorce and then his wife ends up having an accident on the farm. Was it actually an accident or did someone want to make sure she wasn’t going to get anything? Location: Earlville, IA Victim: Amy Mullis Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod…

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E97: Whirlpool of Scumbags: Ohio Edition 1:11:42

10M ago1:11:42

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A young and promising single mother is found dead and her investigation is utterly mishandled by one of the worst investigating agencies in Midwest Murder history. Recorded with a capacity crowd at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks in Minot, ND. Location: Ohio Victim: Heather Bogle Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurder…

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E96: Moose on the Loose 56:55

10M ago56:55

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE In 2001, a retired tattoo legend was ready to pick up his life in Iowa and move with his new girlfriend and roommates, this time to Florida. When his girlfriend came over to make plans, he ignored her. But was he actually ignoring her? After five long years, a mysterious bucket of concrete and an internet sleuth would be the k…

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E95: She Did Everything Right 1:02:44

11M ago1:02:44

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A 24 year old single woman is preyed upon by a wannabe vampire sex cult. Location: Nebraska Victim: Sydney Loofe Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpodBy Jonah Lantto & Dawn Palumbo with the Good Talk Network

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E94: The Little Criminal Profile That Could 53:59

11M ago53:59

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE When a young woman moves into a new neighborhood with her fiancée, someone takes extra notice. After being murdered, her case goes cold until a dedicated prosecutor uses new technology and investigative resources to find her killer. Victim: Karla Brown Location: Wood River, IL Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpo…

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E93: Nobody Saw Sh!t 1:39:11

12M ago1:39:11

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A seemingly unstoppable, unbeatable, and un-prosecutable bully absolutely terrorizes a Missouri community for several decades; raping, stealing, and assaulting anyone he wants, at will, without consequences. Recorded with a packed house at the Sanctuary Events Center in Fargo, ND Episode Title Submitted by: Samantha, Suzie, St…

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E92: God's Work: Whores, Harlots, & Hammers 1:01:07

12M ago1:01:07

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A woman-hating, predatory serial killer thinks he's doing God's work by raping and murdering women. Somehow, the justice system struggles to hold him accountable. Recorded in Bismarck, ND at the Belle Mehus Auditorium Episode title submitted by: Shannon & Navarr Vaira Location: Minnesota, Alaska, Victims: Multiple Support the …

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E91: One Scream and All Goes Quiet 58:49

1y ago58:49

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A promising young woman disappears after months of peculiar disturbances at her Bismarck apartment, leading detectives and the FBI on a multi-state search. Recorded in Sioux Falls, SD at the Icon Event Hall. Episode Title submitted by: Kristi Location: Bismarck, ND Victim: Deborah Gustin Support the show https://linktr.ee/midw…

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E90: Friends? More Like Assholes 54:23

1y ago54:23

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE In 2000, a half naked body was found partially submerged near Higgins Gulch in South Dakota. What investigators uncovered was far worse than anyone could have imagined. Recorded in Tioga, ND Victim: Chester Poage Location: Spearfish, SD area Episode title submitted by: Courtney Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderp…

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E89: Distorted Robbery 1:08:42

1y ago1:08:42

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A violent bank robbery leaves multiple employees dead, a mass murderer on the loose, and a community shattered. An event made even more shocking by the revelation of the killer's identity. Location: Big Springs, NE Victims: Andreas (Andy) Kjeldgaard, Glenn Hendrickson, Lois Ann Hothan Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwest…

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E88: I Probably Did Shoot Her 49:59

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A marriage built on addiction, alcohol, and abuse is more likely not to end well or safely, and sometimes it ends in murder. Can a person be too drunk to be responsible for their actions? This episode was recorded before a live audience supporting the Roosevelt Park Zoo. Episode title submitted by: anonymous Support the show h…

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E87: Deep-Fried Dipshit 59:42

1y ago59:42

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE There is no easy way to describe the horrors of this episode. A seemingly happy marriage ends not just in a woman's disappearance, but also her murder, and much worse, but why? Was it brain surgery? Maybe it was prozac or demons or even...the devil's lettuce. Recorded in Killdeer, ND. Episode title submitted by: Cheyanne Dukar…

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E86: MT Pockets 1:04:43

1y ago1:04:43

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE In 1986, a young guy tried to pick up a young woman at a Minnesota bar, but after she refused his multiple attempts, he didn't give her a choice. No means no, it isn't an invitation for anything else. This episode was recorded live at City Brew Hall in Wahpeton, ND. Episode title submitted by: Lola Victim: Morna Brennan Locati…

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E85: Blood and Love in Brotherhood 1:14:16

1+ y ago1:14:16

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE After a twisted and competitive childhood fueled by a cruel father two brothers separately navigate themselves into a dark path of violence. Recorded with a record setting crowd in Bismarck, ND at the Belle Mehus Auditorium. Episode title submitted by: Sashay Schettler Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan Victims: Gary Smock, Charles…

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E84: The Professor of Red Flags 53:56

1+ y ago53:56

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE In 2017, a successful graduate student disappeared during her lunch hour. If it weren’t for the eyes and attention to detail of one university police officer, her killer may have been a serial killer who was “really good at this”. This episode was recorded live in Minot at the Carnegie Center. Episode title: Ryan & Sidney Vict…

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E83: A Dummy’s Guide to Being Guilty 1:18:55

1+ y ago1:18:55

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE All Catherine Ging really wanted were friends. All Harry Heyward really wanted was her money, her life, and a rock solid alibi. What could possibly go wrong? Recorded with a sold out audience at the Roosevelt Park Zoo. Episode title submitted by: Tina Denning Victim: Catherine Ging Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota Written by T…

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E82: Crackpot to Jackpot 1:11:55

1+ y ago1:11:55

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE Dave wanted a no-strings attached relationship. When he met a sexy brunette, he thought that's what he was getting. Instead, he got an unhinged, lonely, pathological liar who would stop at nothing to have Dave all to himself. Recorded with a full audience at the Sanctuary Events Center in Fargo, ND. Episode title submitted by:…

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E81: Leaving is Lethal 1:08:09

1+ y ago1:08:09

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE When a pair of suspects emerge after a South Dakota mother goes missing, investigators are led down a twisted and disturbing path to the truth. Recorded with a full house at Meadowlark Brewing in Sidney, Montana(Midwest Murder debut). Episode title submitted by: Anonymous Victim: Tami Reay Location: Pierre, SD Support the show…

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E80: Creepy isn’t Illegal 48:29

1+ y ago48:29

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE When a married man's estranged wife dies under suspicious circumstances, the sympathy pours in, but what happens when the man's second estranged wife is found dead in a bathtub? All signs point to the twice widowed husband. Will the first wife's remains be able to show investigators what happened from the grave? This episode w…

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E79: Love thy Mother, Shoot thy Father 1:18:28

1+ y ago1:18:28

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A mother's twisted plan for self preservation is manifested into a violent reality after years of carefully layered grooming. Recorded with a full house at Phat Fish Brewery for a big return to Dickinson. Episode title submitted by: Daven & Jessica Huber Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod…

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E78: Ambush at RJR 1:01:49

1+ y ago1:01:49

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE When employees expect a typical day at work, they instead find four of their friends and colleagues murdered, leaving them and their community stunned. Surrounded by questions and theories, could one person have been responsible for this horrific slaying? This episode was recorded with a sold out audience at Atypical Brewery &…

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E77: Swinger Flinger Killers 1:17:22

1+ y ago1:17:22

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A forbidden, hedonistic romance becomes unhinged, leading to a murder plot that weaves it's way through seedy motels, sleazy hitmen, mafia rumors, and a tragic massacre. Recorded live in Wahpeton, ND at the fantastic City Brew Hall. Share an evening of Midwest Murder with us at a live show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod?fb…

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E76: Jailhouse Jesus Isn't Going to Save You 58:03

1+ y ago58:03

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE Clues about a missing woman lead investigators to a couple's apartment where homemade snuff films are found sparking a nationwide manhunt that send law enforcement down a rabbit hole of kidnapping, torture, and a suicide pact during a 911 call. This episode was recorded before a live audience at the Eagles Club in Watford City…

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E75: It's Fine...We're Cops 1:38:29

1+ y ago1:38:29

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FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A young woman in the 80s, who aspires to become a police officer, is unjustly targeted after having the audacity to stand up for herself within the Milwaukee Police Department. A tragic murder is followed by one shocking miscarriage of justice after another. Recorded live at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks. Episode title submit…

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