Best Pnw Haunts And Homicides Podcasts (2025)

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Magdalena Zuk: Marsa Alam, Egypt 54:02

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We’re taking a short break and using this time to amplify the voices of other creators we love in the true crime space. This week we’re bringing you a story from abroad by Jaimie Beebe of The Last Trip. On a solo holiday in Marsa Alam, Egypt in April 2017, 27‑year‑old Polish beautician Magdalena Zuk experienced a troubling mental health episode. Ho…

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Skye Budnick: Hokkaido, Japan 32:30

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We’re taking a short break and using this time to amplify the voices of other creators we love in the true crime space. This week we’re bringing you a story from abroad by Jaimie Beebe of The Last Trip. 21-year-old college student Skye Budnick boarded a one-way flight from Connecticut to Japan in April 2008—and was never seen again. Skye's final co…

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Maureen Kelly’s Spiritual Quest: Vanished in Gifford Pinchot (PNW Haunts & Homicides) 1:26:32

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Today in place of our standard Swing Shift episode, we're bringing you a missing person, also from PNW Haunts & Homicides. Our policy is never to have a missing person be anything other than free, in the spirit of raising the profile of these important cases and in the hope that people like Maureen will be found. Here are their show notes. Please p…

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Deadly Domestic Violence in Vancouver: Meshay & Layla (PNW Haunts & Homicides) 1:03:44

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As we look to take some well-earned time off and build up a nice backlog for season 3, we'll be bringing you the occasional feed swap from one of the many podcasts we love in the ethical true crime space. Today, we have two for you from PNW Haunts & Homicides. In the first, they cover the tragic case of Meshay Melendez and Layla Stewart, and that's…

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Neil Stonechild: Deadly Saskatoon Starlight Tours 1:06:46

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In 1990 Neil Stonechild, a 17-year-old Saulteaux First Nations teen, was last seen on a freezing November night in Saskatoon, handcuffed and bleeding in the back of a police cruiser. At least, according to the disturbing testimony of his best friend. Five days later, Neil’s frozen body was found in a remote snow-covered industrial field near Saskat…

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Below The Surface - the Unsolved Mysteries of Lake Mead - Part 2 27:22

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When people think about Lake Mead, they picture sunshine, water, and long weekends. But the stories we’re telling in this episode don’t end up in a photo album. They end in silence, suspicion, and grief. A missing mother. A woman whose name no one knew. A Marine who never made it home. A child left to drown. And a young immigrant weighed down in th…

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The Field of Vampires: Unearthing Historical Fears 52:39

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We’re taking a short break and using this time to amplify the voices of other creators we love in the true crime space. While we’re enjoying our summer hiatus, we’ve got something dark and compelling to keep your earbuds company. We're dropping an episode from Ye Olde Crime hosted by twisted sister co-hosts and our friends from the midwest - Lindsa…

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Below The Surface - the Unsolved Mysteries of Lake Mead - Part 1 20:02

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In the summer of 2022, Lake Mead dropped to its lowest levels in almost a century. The shoreline crept back. Boats that had been swallowed years ago sat beached in the sand like ghosts. But that wasn't all the lake revealed. Lake Mead has long been a getaway for families, boaters, and hikers. But it’s also one of the deadliest national parks in the…

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Heroines of Horror: The True Haunting Behind Vessel 1:11:44

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Aurora and Fanni from Bad Witches Productions join us to share the real-life hauntings and creative process behind their horror short, Vessel. Aurora’s ghostly attachment sparked a deeper exploration into how feminism and the paranormal intertwine—both in life and on screen. We dive into the connection between women’s experiences with the paranorma…

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The Murder of Shauna Maynard 16:00

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In early 1998 Shauna Maynard left her home in California and headed to Las Vegas. She was searching for freedom and in a hurry to grow up after high school, just like so many teenagers are, even today Her family was worried about her leaving home and moving somewhere she didn't know many people and trying to start a life. Just a few months later he…

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The Tragic Murder of Ashley & Dennis Prince - Love Lust Fridays 32:41

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We’re taking a short break and using this time to amplify the voices of other creators we love in the true crime space. While we’re enjoying our summer hiatus, we’ve got something dark and compelling to keep your earbuds company. We're dropping an episode from Sins & Survivors, a Las Vegas true crime podcast hosted by Shaun & John. They were invite…

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The Unexplained Disappearance of Abby Roberts and Phillip Johnson 16:14

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She was 25 years old, a beloved sister and niece who always showed up for the people she loved. In September of 2012, just 2 months after coming home with a new baby, Abby Roberts disappeared without a trace. Her boyfriend, Phillip Johnson, turned up days later in California, without her, but with their two-month-old baby, and then he vanished too.…

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More Time: The Murder of Sean Babbit 28:30

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We’re taking a short break and using this time to amplify the voices of other creators we love in the true crime space. While we’re enjoying our summer hiatus, we’ve got something dark and compelling to keep your earbuds company. We're dropping an episode from Sins & Survivors, a Las Vegas true crime podcast hosted by Shaun & John. A tragic case of…

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The Unexplained Disappearance of Abby Roberts and Phillip Johnson - Swing Shift (FREE Bonus) 26:53

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We admit it was late when we made this one. We talk about the case but we're off on some tangents here. https://sinspod.co/83 https://sinspod.co/83bonus https://sinspod.co/83blog https://sinspod.co/83sources Domestic Violence Resources http://sinspod.co/resources Click here to become a member of our Patreon! https://sinspod.co/patreon Visit and joi…

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Portland’s Haunting Music Hall - The Crystal Ballroom 1:09:36

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This week, we head to Portland’s Crystal Ballroom, the haunted concert venue that inspired the eclectic, art-filled vibes of the Crystal Hotel. Owned today by McMenamins, this iconic building has been everything from a debutante’s playground to a psychedelic rock stage—and it has the ghost stories to prove it. Originally opened in 1914 as Cotillion…

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25 Forever - Remembering Secoya Williams 26:22

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Secoya Williams was an amazing young woman who made friends wherever she went, but when she went to see her friend perform at a local nightclub, the unimaginable happened. Today we're sharing the story and celebrating the life of Secoya https://sinspod.co/82 https://sinspod.co/82blog Domestic Violence Resources http://sinspod.co/resources Click her…

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Truly Twisted - The Murder of Justine Vanderschoot 21:16

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We’re taking a short break and using this time to amplify the voices of other creators we love in the true crime space. While we’re enjoying our summer hiatus, we’ve got something dark and compelling to keep your earbuds company. We're dropping an episode from Truly Twisted, a gripping true crime podcast hosted by Alecia Watson of Twisted & Uncorke…

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Hypno Nightmare Fuel - The Allagash Abductions 1:21:40

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Summertime is upon us! We’ve penciled in some time to sip rosé and soak up the sunshine so we’ll be sprinkling in some periodic breaks from our own content creations. Of course, we’d never leave you high and dry. While we’re taking a little summer break, we’re dropping an episode from a podcast we absolutely love—Twisted & Uncorked! If you're into …

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30 Year Cold Case - The Murder of Melonie White 14:10

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A young mother found dead in 1994. A DNA breakthrough in 2024. Who was Melonie White—and who killed her? In August of 1994, two hikers made a grim discovery on Lake Mead Boulevard... The remains of a young woman at the bottom of a gypsum wash. The victim was Melonie White, a 27-year-old mom who had recently moved to Las Vegas with her boyfriend. Wh…

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Freeway Killer(s) – Cold Cases Cracked by DNA 54:24

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After more than four decades of silence, Parabon Nanolabs and cutting-edge genetic genealogy are reigniting public interest in three men who were—separately and confusingly—all referred to as the ‘Freeway Killer’: Patrick Kearney, William Bonin, and Randy Kraft. Kraft, convicted of 16 murders in California, is suspected of killing dozens more young…

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Out Of Nowhere - the Wrongful Conviction of Kirstin Blaise Lobato - Part 2 37:31

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“When I found out I was going to jail, I trusted in the system. I figured everything would be okay as long as I told them the truth. I had no idea how wrong I'd be.” In July of 2001, Blaise was a teenager with no criminal history, no motive, and no evidence linking her to the crime. And yet, she was charged with murder and facing the rest of her li…

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Mimosas & Mayhem at the Stanley Hotel 48:24

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Summertime is upon us! We’ve penciled in some time to sip rosé and soak up the sunshine so we’ll be sprinkling in some periodic breaks from our own content creations. Of course, we’d never leave you high and dry. This week, our friends Shea & Jody of the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes podcast are taking us down a previously Patreon-Only rabbit hole of haun…

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Operation Beaver Drop: Idaho's 1948 Aerial Wildlife Relocation 29:31

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Summertime is upon us! We’ve penciled in some time to sip rosé and soak up the sunshine so we’ll be sprinkling in some periodic breaks from our own content creations. Of course, we’d never leave you high and dry. This week, our friends Shea & Jody of the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes podcast share the story of one of the weirdest—and most unbelievable—gov…

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Out Of Nowhere - the Wrongful Conviction of Kirstin Blaise Lobato - Part 1 36:42

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When Blaise fled the Budget Suites parking lot in May of 2001, she knew she had done what she had to do to protect herself. Three months later, when a man was found dead on the opposite side of town, Las Vegas police ignored her alibi, ignored forensic evidence, and ignored common sense to chase a rumor. That would ultimately cost Blaise 16 years o…

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Ghosts, Gays, & Gambling - Portland’s Crystal Hotel 51:42

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In this spooky and delightfully unhinged episode, we’re joined by “extra special” guests Shea & Jody from Rainy Day Rabbit Holes to explore the strange history and haunted happenings of Portland’s Crystal Hotel, a pizza-slice-shaped building with a century of stories baked in. Located in the Pearl District, this vibrant, music-themed boutique hotel…

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The Animal Abuse Epidemic in Las Vegas 21:03

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We recently covered the animal abuse case that resulted in the death of Reba the bulldog when she was left next to a dumpster in 110-degree heat in the hottest part of summer here in Las Vegas. Because of some other recent cases of animal abuse, we’re taking this episode to highlight that while domestic violence is a huge problem here, so is animal…

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Deadly Domestic Violence in Vancouver: Meshay & Layla 1:01:04

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In March 2023, Meshay Melendez and her daughter Layla Stewart disappeared from Vancouver, Washington. Despite multiple red flags and an active no-contact order, Meshay’s abusive ex-boyfriend, Kirkland Warren, was free — with devastating consequences. In this heart-wrenching episode, we uncover the tragic story of Meshay Melendez and her 7-year-old …

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The Murder of Maria Flores 16:16

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Maria Flores planned a brave escape from domestic violence, but tragedy struck, devastating her family forever. Screaming and the sound of gunshots broke the silence early in the morning of June 1st, 2013, on Cotton St in East Las Vegas, shocking Manuel Mata's daughter awake. Who was that screaming? Did she just hear 3 gunshots, or was it 4? Terrif…

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Portland's Shanghai Tunnels 57:25

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Booze, Brothels, and the Dark Side of Portland’s Past (Feat. Rainy Day Rabbit Holes) What happens when you toss two hilarious Pacific Northwest history podcasts into Portland’s creepiest tunnels with beer, ghosts, and a whole lot of sass? This. You get this glorious chaos. In this unhinged crossover episode, Shea and Jody from Rainy Day Rabbit Hole…

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Guilty Until Proven Innocent - Gary Dotson Rewind for DNA Day 36:06

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In honor of DNA day we're talking about the first person to EVER be exonerated by DNA evidence, Gary Dotson Imagine you're 20 years old, your whole life ahead of you, and suddenly you're accused of a horrific crime by someone you've never met. You have an airtight alibi, or so you think, friends and family who swear you're innocent, and yet you're …

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Tabatha Tozzi Update - Swing Shift (Free Bonus) 15:49

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We're bringing you this special Swing Shift bonus episode with an important update to Tabatha Tozzi's case on Ozwaldo Perez Sanchez https://sinspod.co/76bonus https://sinspod.co/76bonusblog Domestic Violence Resources http://sinspod.co/resources Click here to become a member of our Patreon! https://sinspod.co/patreon Visit and join our Patreon now …

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The Cliff House Curse: Ghosts, Shipwrecks, & Fiery History in San Francisco 1:26:52

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Remember Jake the Alligator Man? Turns out his bizarre backstory might be tangled up with one of San Francisco’s most mysterious landmarks — The Cliff House. In this episode, we dig into the cursed history of this seaside icon: from explosive shipwrecks and devastating fires to ghostly apparitions, secret tunnels, and maybe even a mummy curse (?!).…

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Family Ties - The Murders of Maria Marino and Richard Penardo Jr. 29:16

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A tragic Las Vegas accident exposes layers of jealousy, drugs, and domestic violence. When Julie Bush kills her boyfriend, Richard Penardo, a disturbing past surfaces—linking him to another brutal murder 16 years earlier. Can justice ever truly break a family's cycle of trauma? Sometimes, a news story seems to be a simple, straightforward tragic ca…

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Where is Steven Bradley? 14:14

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Vanished without a trace in 2006. Nearly 19 years later, Steven Bradley's family is still waiting for answers. In 2006, Steven, a Las Vegas husband and father, left for work and never came home. His car turned up 250 miles away, with no signs of a struggle and no sign of Steve. Almost 19 years later, his family still has no answers about what happe…

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Oregon's Deadliest Shooting – Umpqua Community College 1:23:56

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On October 1st, 2015, tragedy struck the quiet town of Roseburg, Oregon, home to the Umpqua Community College campus. When 26-year-old Christopher Sean Harper Mercer opened fire, it became the scene of Oregon’s deadliest shooting. He fired erratically on both students and staff, senselessly killing nine people, wounding several, and leaving countle…

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Eliza DeWolfe: Scandalous Love & Suffrage 47:34

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Ever wondered how free love, feminism, and scandal shaped the 1800s Pacific Northwest? Join Caitlyn as she tags along with Shea of History Unhinged: Rainy Day Rabbit Holes. *This episode contains piping hot old-timey PNW tea!* 🫖 Learn all about free love and feminism in 1860s PNW as well as an iconic woman of the day. In the rugged 1800s Pacific No…

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The Murder of Tabatha Tozzi 18:06

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Tabatha Tozzi was a rising star in Las Vegas. When she tried to leave her controlling boyfriend, he allegedly killed her. Nearly two years later, he’s still missing. Las Vegas is the entertainment capital of the world, with A-list performers lighting up the strip every night of the week. In clubs all over town, large and small, every night is a par…

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The Bizarre Tale of Jake the Alligator Man 48:08

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This week, we dive into the eerie and eccentric history of Long Beach, Washington—home to Marsh’s Free Museum and its most famous resident: Jake the Alligator Man! 🐊👀 We uncover the mysteries, myths, and bizarre tales surrounding Jake, from tabloid headlines to wild legends of his alleged past life as a whiskey-drinking, cigar-smoking sideshow star…

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More Time: The Murder of Sean Babbitt 28:30

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A tragic case of child custody gone wrong. On Easter Sunday 2019, Sean Babbitt was hopeful about his future and his fight for more time with his 3-year-old son. The next morning, during his weekly visitation, he was shot and killed by his ex-mother-in-law, a retired police detective Sean Babbitt enjoyed a joyful Easter Sunday with his family on Apr…

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To Train Up a Child: The Tragic Story of Hana Alemu 1:07:43

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Hana and her adoptive brother, Immanuel, were brought from Ethiopia into what was supposed to be a loving home, but they instead found themselves in an abusive environment of isolation, starvation, and cruel punishment. Perhaps the warning signs were too subtle, because no interventions came in time to prevent the unimaginable tragedy that unfolded…

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Who Murdered Theresa Insana 21:34

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Theresa Insana was thriving in Las Vegas—until one night, she vanished. What happened to her remains a mystery. When Theresa Insana decided to move to Las Vegas after college, her family was very happy for her. She was looking forward to being among the excitement and glamor of the Strip and to start a new career at a casino, and it was taking off …

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Unraveling the Past - Linda Sue Anderson and Theresa Romano 19:35

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Two women, two decades-old mysteries, and one powerful tool—DNA. In this episode, we examine how forensic genealogy helped identify Linda Sue Anderson, once an unknown homicide victim, and how new DNA testing finally led to an arrest in the brutal 2003 murder of Theresa Romano. How did investigators connect the dots after so many years? And will ju…

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Fort Vancouver’s Bicentennial: Historic Haunted Houses, Mysteries, & Murder 1:11:59

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Join us as we explore the fascinating history and hauntings of Fort Vancouver! Built in 1825, this iconic site marks its 200th anniversary this year. Originally a fur trading post for the Hudson’s Bay Company, Fort Vancouver has a rich, complex history—colonial expansion on Indigenous communities, military takeovers, and lost gravesites. We dive in…

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Maureen Kelly’s Spiritual Quest: Vanished in Gifford Pinchot 1:23:56

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In June 2013, 19-year-old Maureen Leianuhea “Anu” Kelly set off on a camping trip with friends in the vast and unspoiled wilderness Gifford Pinchot National Forest. The backdrop was both scenic and rugged. What was supposed to be a carefree adventure outdoors turned into a chilling mystery when Anu walked away from their campsite—completely nude, s…

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No Escape: The Murder of Brittney Lavoll 28:58

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A young mother of three, Brittney Lavoll, did everything right to escape her abuser—but it wasn’t enough. Her tragic murder sparks urgent questions about domestic violence and gun laws. Plus, the mysterious disappearance of Courtney Lynn Townsend raises troubling questions, as her burned-out car and partial remains leave her family searching for an…

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Exploring the Esoteric: Aleister Crowley's Thoth Tarot 1:19:40

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Join us as we celebrate a significant milestone, marking our 200th episode with reflections on our incredible journey and the fascinating significance of the number 200. We explore the realm of angel numbers, uncovering how 200 embodies abundance, wealth, and success, urging us to trust our intuition and keep striving towards our goals. We break do…

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Two Cities, Four Murders, One Cause 21:50

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He had already taken a life—and the system let him walk free. Less than a year after his release, Mark Michael Ford murdered again, leaving two families shattered and a community searching for answers. Domestic violence and intimate partner violence don’t just stay behind closed doors—they ripple through entire communities with devastating conseque…

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Humboldt’s Darkest Crime: Marci Kitchen’s Deadly Hit-and-Run 1:04:27

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On the evening of July 12th, 2016 when two teenage girls, Faith Lorraine Tsarnas and Kiya Kitchen, were struck and killed in a hit-and-run, the small town of Fortuna in Humboldt County, CA, was left devastated. Speculation swirled as locals poured out their support online immediately, long before the victims, or the perpetrator, were identified. Bu…

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Teen Dating Violence Awareness 24:01

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Teen dating violence is more common—and more dangerous—than many realize. This week, we explore a shocking Las Vegas case that highlights the deadly consequences of controlling and abusive relationships among teenagers. We talk a lot in the podcast about domestic violence in married couples, and we’ve shared cases of domestic violence among couples…

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Nevada City, California: A Ghostly Gold Rush Town 1:17:43

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Nestled in the Sierra Nevada mountains, just northeast of Sacramento, Nevada City, CA, is a historic Gold Rush town. Founded in 1849, it was one of the most important mining towns in California—though getting there wasn’t easy, as some early settlers traveled via the same treacherous route as the Donner Party. In this episode, we explore the Nation…