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The Book of the DeadChapter 84: Missing in Mexico-The Disappearance of Juana RamirezFrom The Book of The Dead archive, we present the case of Juana Bernal Ramirez. On October 1, 1995, 3-year-old Juana Ramirez went to Chapultepec Park with her family for a day of fun, however, the Ramirez family's worst nightmare would become a reality when Juana disappeared without a trace. With no witnesses and no evidence, it would be 27 years before anyone would learn the fate of little Juana. Connect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Instagram: @bookofthedeadpodX: @bkofthedeadpod
2024-09-1821 min
The Book of the DeadChapter 83: A Romeo & Juliet Scenario-The Murder of Joanne WittJoanne Witt knew better than anyone that parenting wasn't always the easiest job in the world, but when her 14-year-old daughter, Tylar, started hanging around with a much older teen named Steven Colver, things got a lot more difficult. When Joanne banned steven from coming around her daughter with the threat of pressing charges, Tylar and Steven came up with a plan to get Joanne off their backs so they could be together forever. Connect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Instagram: @bookofthedeadpodX:
2024-09-0629 min
The Book of the DeadChapter 82: She Wanted to be Friends-The Murder of Suzanne CapperIn Moston, Manchester, England, 16 year old Suzanne Capper just wanted to make some friends. She was having a hard time coping with school and would regularly skip class when she would meet a boy named Clifford Pook. When Clifford introduced Suzanne to his older sister, Jean Powell, Suzanne bent backward to make Jean and her friends happy. However, from the start, this group would turn on Suzanne and treat her horribly, until it all came to a head on December 7th of 1992 when they decided they needed to punish Suzanne for every slight they perceived her to make against them.
2024-08-2132 min
The Book of the DeadNovela 6-The Lady of the Lake-The Murder of Hallie Illingworth w/ Creepy ConfidentialOut on Lake Crescent in July of 1940, fishermen come across the body of a woman wrapped in blankets floating on the surface. The body was a startling sight to behold as a strange chemical process had turned her flesh into a soap-like substance and her what was left of her face had made her virtually impossible to identify. Meanwhile, 3 years before, Hallie Illingworth, a waitress at the Lake Crescent Tavern had disappeared around Christmas time in 1937. Where was Hallie, and what happened to the poor woman found floating in Lake Crescent? Join Noelle from Creepy Confidential in this special take...
2024-08-0723 min
The Book of the DeadChapter 81: Death in the Family-The Barron Family MurdersWhen Irene Paget met John Barron, she thought she would have the life she had always wanted: to be a wife and mother. However, Jack Barron was not who Irene thought he was. He was overbearing, obsessed with his appearance, and flew off the handle at everything that displeased him. When a string of deaths occur within the family, the community rallies to support poor Jack Barron who seems to have lost it all, until people start asking questions. One sudden death is a tragedy, but four looks like murder.Connect with us on Social Media!...
2024-07-2441 minThe Book of the DeadChapter 80: The Cost of Infatuation-The Murder of Alex FerreiraIn a small town in Brazil, Alex Ferreira lived with his young wife and had shared custody of his 12-year-old daughter. His wife and Daughter got along well and Alex was thrilled that his daughter was accepting of his new partner, but his daughter's acceptance would turn into something he never thought possible, and the lengths she would go to to get what she wanted would have devastating consequences.This was an exclusive Patreon episode that we wanted to share as it's a story that many people have never heard of and one that should be shared.
2024-07-1029 minThe Book of the DeadChapter 79: Without A Trace-The Disappearance of Wesley Dale MorganIn the spring of 2001, 2-year-old Wesley Morgan lived in Clinton, Louisiana with his 19-year-old mother, Ruby Harvard, and her boyfriend, 37-year-old Burnell Hilton Jr. He was a happy toddler, who loved to play and learn. Still, on the morning of May 15th, a mother's worst nightmare becomes a reality when Wesley vanishes from the family home without a trace. 23 years later, Wesley's case is cold, and authorities are adamant that Ruby is not telling the truth about what happened on that fateful day. If you have any information regarding Wesley's case, you are urged to call the FBI a...
2024-06-2632 minThe Book of the DeadChapter 78: Love For Ever, Louise-The Murder in Room 1046In the heart of Kansas City Missouri, there is a historic building called the Hotel President, which has remained an icon in the city since it was erected in 1927. With a list of prestigious guests, it is known for being the spot for lavish parties and entertainment. Still, it is also known as the scene of a murder that has never been solved—that of a young man, with a mysterious background and an even more mysterious death that occurred in January of 1935. States away, in Alabama, Ruby Ogletree is desperate to find out what happened to her son Artemus af...
2024-06-1234 minThe Book of the DeadNovela Chapter 5: It Wasn't an Aircraft-The Disappearance of Frederick Valentich- F**k ThatIn October of 1978, off the coast of Cape Otway flew the 20-year-old Australian pilot, Frederick Valentich. According to the Radio Exchange he had with radio controller Steve Robey, Frederick reported an aircraft flying above him, but Steve verified that there was no air traffic in that area. Soon after, in correspondence that would baffle Robey and those who saw the transcript after the fact, Frederick would tell Steve that the vessel flying over him was not an aircraft at all. After this shocking revelation, Frederick would disappear with no trace of him or his plane ever to be found. Ash...
2024-05-2946 minThe Book of the DeadChapter 77: Teens That Kill & Rod Ferrell Revisited w/ Aphrodite JonesIt's no surprise to anybody that in this day and age, teenagers are becoming more and more violent. With horrific events such as The Vampire Cult Murders, the countless school shootings that started with Columbine, and more, recently, violent protests in the wake of the events happening in the world right now, teenagers have grown up with a lack of fear and respect towards authority and a complex where they think they are above others. While it may not be every teenager and young adult, a shocking number of them have evolved into violent offenders. Today, Courtney is joined by...
2024-05-1558 minThe Book of the DeadRowena Irani-An UpdateIn today's special mini-episode, we revisit the Rowena Irani case and add context provided by her close friend Misba.Thank you to Misba for providing clarity to Rowena's case as well as sharing more information about her and allowing us to share it with you all to properly do justice to her story. We appreciate every family member and friend who has ever assisted us with the cases presented, and we welcome anyone out there to contact us with information to share regarding any of the other cases we've shared if they are comfortable doing so.
2024-05-1315 minThe Book of the DeadChapter 76: A Murder in Memphis-The Murder of Lorenzen WrightLorenzen Wright had it all. He had a beautiful family, a successful NBA career and family and freinds that adored him. When money troubles and allegations of infidelity and abuse start to circulate, Lorenzen's marriage crumbles, and he and his wife go their separate ways, until a few months later when he decides he misses her and heads back to Memphis. In the middle of a Tennessee summer, Lorenzen vanishes and it would be years before anyone could figure out what really happened the night he went missing. Connect with us on Social Media!You can f...
2024-05-0134 minThe Book of the DeadNovela Chapter 5: A Creeptastic Time with Creepy ConfidentialOn today's chapter of The Book of the Dead, Courtney hung out with Noelle, host of Creepy Confidential to talk all things creepy. From True Crime, Ghost Stories, Cryptids, and even Aliens, nothing was off limits. Join us for a hell of a time and check out Creepy Confidential wherever you get your podcasts.Connect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Instagram: @bookofthedeadpodX: @bkofthedeadpodFacebook: The Book of the Dead Podcast...
2024-04-1756 minThe Book of the DeadChapter 75: A Mother's Fight for Answers-The Murder of Deverrie SchillerToday, in collaboration with Debi Fones, we bring you the story of her daughter, Deverrie Schiller. Deverrie was murdered in June of 2016, and, since then, Debi has been fighting for answers as to what happened. With a lack of suspects and a police force with even fewer resources, it has been an up hill battle, but Debi won't stop until she sees someone arrested for her daughter's murder. We share this story in the hopes that this will happen, because whether the DA wants to move forward or not, Debi is sure she knows who killed Deverrie. If you...
2024-04-0333 minThe Book of the DeadChapter 74: Because They Were Home-The Murders of Half and Susanne ZantopHalf and Susanne Zantop were beloved professors at Dartmouth College. Kind, intelligent, and known for their open-door policy at their home, they welcomed anyone in and gave them a space to celebrate, learn, and feel safe and heard. When they are found murdered in their home in Etna, New Hampshire, they community reels from the loss and the brutality of this senseless crime. Who would want to hurt them, and who among them was a killer? however, the answers would not be found in Etna, but rather, in a small dairy town in Vermont. Connect with u...
2024-03-2032 minThe Book of the DeadChapter 73: The Lonely Hearts KillersRaymond Fernandez was a charming man who, after a tragic accident, used that charm to seduce women in an effort to steal their money. Martha Beck was a desperately lonely woman with two children whose sole goal in life was to find a man to love her. Their paths would cross, by pure chance, with an ad placed in a Lonely Hearts Club, a service used to find a spouse. This one ad would connect these two and would end with the deaths of 3 people. This is the story of The Lonely Hearts Killers.Connect...
2024-03-0640 minThe Book of the DeadChapter 72: A Killer in Fort Worth-The Murder of Sandra BushOn January 2, 1984, the body of 21-year-old Sandra Bush was found in a field on Decatur Road in Fort Worth Texas after she had been missing for almost 2 full months. 40 years later her case is stone cold and justice has never been served, but entwined with her case are the stories of other women. Other women who died in similar ways and whose cases have also never been solved. Is it a coincidence? Or was there something sinister lurking in the shadows of Fort Worth Texas?Connect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:
2024-02-2133 minThe Book of the DeadChapter 71: Counter Terrorism and The Billionaire Boys Club w/ Gary EdgingtonIn today's chapter, I sat down with former counter-terrorism task force commander and author of Outside the Wire, Gary Edgington. Gary is a former counter-terrorism task force commander with over thirty years in law enforcement. From 1999 to 2008 he was a member of the LA FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force. After 9/11 Gary commanded a counter-terrorism task force for the California DOJ. In 2008, Gary deployed to Iraq as an advisor with the US Army. After, he also worked intelligence assignments with the DOD. Gary is also the son of a law enforcement officer who was murdered in the line of du...
2024-01-141h 27The Book of the DeadChapter 70: A Fight for Justice-The Murder of Kaylene Oehling w/ Beyond the RainbowIn this chapter of the Book of the Dead, we partnered with CJ from Beyond the Rainbow-True Crimes of The LGBT to bring you the story of the Unsolved Murder of Kaylene Oehling on the anniversary of her disappearance. Kaylene Oehling was a 19-year-old Bi-sexual woman who had recently found out she was pregnant when she disappeared on January 10th, 2020 after going to meet her, much older, ex-boyfriend, Michael Manno, to get some of her personal belongings back. That would be the last time anyone would see Kaylene alive. What would follow would be a 3-year-long fight by her father...
2024-01-1023 minThe Book of the DeadChapter 69: Move On, It's Over-The Murder of Rowena Irani22-year-old Rowena Irani had her whole life ahead of her. She was working towards a degree in psychology and spent her time working with children who had been abused and neglected, showing them that they were worthy of respect and love. When she connects with an old family friend, Dane Owens, she thinks that her life is about to get even better with a man who loves her, but things start going downhill very quickly and Dane would show Rowena exactly what. kind of man he was. Helpful links/numbers:Sex abuse hotline:1-800-656-4673DV...
2023-12-3149 minThe Book of the DeadNovela Chapter 4: Murder and Mimosas-Murder for ChristmasThe Goldmark family prepared for a Christmas dinner with friends, but when the doorbell rang it was not Christmas joy at the door. Instead the guest was something much more sinister with plans that would be deadly for the family of four.Support the showhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/1336304093519465https://twitter.com/Murder_Mimosashttps://www.instagram.com/murder.mimosas/murder.mimosas@gmail.comhttps://www.historylink.org/Pages/Donatehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Duck_Clubhttps://content.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,1074919,00.htmlhttps://www.kpbs.org/news/health/2014/03/28/e-cigarette-overdose-how-much-liquid-nicotine-woulhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chloroformhttps://www...
2023-12-2529 minThe Book of the DeadNovela Chapter 3: Weird True Crime Dumb Criminals Bad SantasTo celebrate Christmas, we present to you a Double Feature of true crime Christmas tales brought to you by some friends at Darkcast Network. Today, Weird True Crime brings us some very bad Santas!It’s everyone’s favorite dopamine hit - dumb criminals! Join us as we go over ten dumbass Santas up to some less-than-holly jolly shenanigans. Just goes to show that dumb really doesn’t discriminate.Website: www.weirdtruecrime.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/weirdtruecrimeInstagram: www.instagram.com/weirdtruecrimeTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@weirdtruecrimeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channe...
2023-12-2434 minThe Book of the DeadChapter 68: Murder in Amish Country-The Murder of Barbara WeaverEli Weaver was an Amish man who could have had it all. He had a kind, loving wife named Barbara, and 5 beautiful children. However, Eli wasn't satisfied with the life he had. Over his 10 years of marriage, he would leave his family more than once to live the English way of life before crawling back,m begging for forgiveness from his wife and the leaders of his community. Eli wasn't sorry though, because he had multiple women on the side, one of whom would do just about anything to make him happy, even if that meant killing for him.
2023-12-1732 minThe Book of the DeadChapter 67: Bulldoze Your Fear; Overcoming Trauma W/ Susan SnowLast week we spoke with Glynn Martin who told us about the murder of LAPD Detective Thomas Williams. Today, Courtney sat down with Det. Williams's daughter, Susan Snow, and spoke about what happened to her father that Halloween day in 1985 and how that impacted her life, and how she overcame that trauma. Her story is one of resilience and strength and Susan is truly a warrior looking to make a difference in people's life that struggle as she did. Get Susan'sbook here: The Other Side of the GunConnect with us on Social Media!...
2023-12-1047 minThe Book of the DeadChapter 66: The Risks of Wearing the Badge w/ Glynn MartinIn today's chapter, Courtney sat down with Glynn Martin, retired detective and Executive Director of the Los Angeles Police Memorial Foundation, a non-profit organization supporting fallen LAPD Officers' families. During the discussion, Glynn highlights his career as a detective and the risks Law Enforcement Officers face on and off duty. He also shed light on some of the officers who have lost their lives while off duty: Det. Thomas Williams, Detective Russell Kuster, Officer Juan Diaz, Officer Fernando Arroyos, and Officer Fred Early. These officers all lost their lives while off duty and it is a testament to how honorable...
2023-12-0353 minThe Book of the DeadChapter 65: Desperation Lead to Death-The Murder of Kenneth NixWhen Kenneth Nix met Judith Bailey after.4 failed marriages, he thought he finally had found the one. For 30 years, things were, seemingly great, until 2011 when they decided to file for divorce, and 5 years later, Judith would show her true colors that would come to a head in a devestating way. If you or anyone you know is in a domestic violence situation, please visit:The Domestic Violence Hotline Websiteor call: 800-799-7233Or Text SAFE to 88788Connect with us on Social Media!You...
2023-11-2634 minThe Book of the DeadChapter 64: Murdered for Who She Loved-The Murder of Jaswinder SidhuEveryone knows the story of Romeo and Juliet-star-crossed lovers from warring families who died for their love. This may not be that exact story, but it plays out in a very similar wayJaswinder Sidhu grew up in a very wealthy, strict, traditional Sihk household in Maple Ridge Canada. She was encouraged to grow up to be a good wife and mother and bring honor to her family. But Jassi wanted independence and on a trip to Punjab, India, she meets the man of her dreams, a rickshaw driver named Mithu, and her family, when they find out...
2023-11-1938 minThe Book of the DeadChapter 63: A Wolf In Sheep's Clothing-Dr. Michael Swango w/ Bruce SackmanLucy Letby, The Lainz Angels of Death, Kristen Gilbert, and Michael Swango. All of these people have two things in common. They are all former. medical professionals and they are all killers. In today's chapter, Courtney had the honor of sitting down with Bruce Sackman, former Special Agent in Charge, U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), Office of Inspector General, Criminal Investigations Division, Northeast Field Office who began his career investigating crimes in VA hospitals such as fraud and narcotics crimes, until he got a call about a doctor killing patients in a VA Hospital. Dr. Michael...
2023-11-121h 01The Book of the DeadChapter 62: 13 Years Gone-The Disappearance of Patrick Alford Jr.On today's chapter, we delve into the perplexing case of Patrick Alford Jr., a young boy whose disappearance has left investigators and his loved ones searching for answers. Patrick Alford Jr., a bright and energetic seven-year-old, went missing without a trace from his foster home in Brooklyn, New York, on January 22, 2010. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance raised numerous questions and generated widespread media attention. Join us as we explore the timeline leading up to Patrick's disappearance, shedding light on the events that unfolded in the days and weeks prior. We'll discuss the frantic search efforts by law enforcement...
2023-11-0543 minThe Book of the DeadDarkcast Network Presents: Wicked Intentions-Halloween Traditions and OriginsWelcome, Ghouls and Goblins, to Darkcast Network's Halloween Week-Wicked Intentions. In every episode you'll find tales of haunted places, creepy cryptids, the lore of witches and monsters, and true crime stories too scary to believe. Join us this week for the perfect way to kick off the scariest holiday of the year, and watch out for things that go 'bump' in the night'Connect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Patreon: The Book of the Dead PodcastInstagram: @bookofthedeadpod...
2023-10-3139 minThe Book of the DeadDarkcast Network Presents: Wicked Intentions-Monster MashWelcome, Ghouls and Goblins, to Darkcast Network's Halloween Week-Wicked Intentions. In every episode you'll find tales of haunted places, creepy cryptids, the lore of witches and monsters, and true crime stories too scary to believe. Join us this week for the perfect way to kick off the scariest holiday of the year, and watch out for things that go 'bump' in the night'Connect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Patreon: The Book of the Dead PodcastInstagram: @bookofthedeadpod...
2023-10-3050 minThe Book of the DeadChapter 61: An Officer's Secret-The Disappearance of Rachel GoodIn this episode, we delve into the mysterious disappearance of Rachel Good, which occurred exactly 20 years ago.Through meticulous research we aim to shed light on the perplexing circumstances surrounding Rachel Good's disappearance. Join us as we explore the intricate details, potential leads, and unanswered questions surrounding this haunting case. Our goal is to provide a thought-provoking analysis that encourages you to form your own theories and contribute to the ongoing search for truth and justice. Connect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Patreon: The Book of the Dead...
2023-10-2934 minThe Book of the DeadDarkcast Network Presents: Wicked Intentions-Witch's CauldronWelcome, Ghouls and Goblins, to Darkcast Network's Halloween Week-Wicked Intentions. In every episode you'll find tales of haunted places, creepy cryptids, the lore of witches and monsters, and true crime stories too scary to believe. Join us this week for the perfect way to kick off the scariest holiday of the year, and watch out for things that go 'bump' in the night'Connect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Patreon: The Book of the Dead PodcastInstagram: @bookofthedeadpod...
2023-10-2945 minThe Book of the DeadDarkcast Network Presents: Wicked Intentions-Halloween True Crime StoriesWelcome, Ghouls and Goblins, to Darkcast Network's Halloween Week-Wicked Intentions. In every episode you'll find tales of haunted places, creepy cryptids, the lore of witches and monsters, and true crime stories too scary to believe. Join us this week for the perfect way to kick off the scariest holiday of the year, and watch out for things that go 'bump' in the night'Connect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Patreon: The Book of the Dead PodcastInstagram: @bookofthedeadpod...
2023-10-281h 13The Book of the DeadDarkcast Network Presents: Wicked Intentions-A Haunting We Will GoWelcome, Ghouls and Goblins, to Darkcast Network's Halloween Week-Wicked Intentions. In every episode you'll find tales of haunted places, creepy cryptids, the lore of witches and monsters, and true crime stories too scary to believe. Join us this week for the perfect way to kick off the scariest holiday of the year, and watch out for things that go 'bump' in the night'Connect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Patreon: The Book of the Dead PodcastInstagram: @bookofthedeadpodX...
2023-10-271h 02The Book of the DeadChapter 60: Betrayed by His Best Friend-The Murder of Nathan DeslippeLast week we spoke to Ashley Michelle and heard her incredible story of survival. The day she almost lost her life, though, was the same day someone else lost theirs. Join us as we dive into the heartbreaking case that shocked the city of London, Ontario. In this episode, we unravel the haunting story of Nathan Deslippe, a young man, beloved by all that knew him, whose life was tragically cut short by the very person he thought he could trust the most-his best friend. The Nathan T. Deslippe Memorial FoundationConnect with us!...
2023-10-2247 minThe Book of the DeadA Call To Action-A Round Table Discussion In the Death of Alex VanDalsenWe are angry. We demand justice. Say his name - ALEX VANDALSEN.Alex VanDalsen, a transgendered man, was murdered, but his case was conveniently labeled a suicide. His mother, Jennifer VanDalsen, has spent nearly three years fighting for answers and justice. Due to recent events where Jennifer was once again tossed away and considered disposable by local authorities, we gathered together to have a round table discussion and refresh on his case, as well as a firm request of everyone listening to not only say his name, but bring awareness on his case. We want everyone...
2023-10-1931 min