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The Paranoid Perspective
Ep. 25- The Lake Oconee Murders: The Case of Russell and Shirley Dermond
In May 2014, an upscale lakeside home in Georgia became the scene of one of the most baffling and brutal crimes in recent history. 88-year-old Russell Dermond was found decapitated in his garage. His wife, Shirley, was missing—until her body was discovered days later, floating in Lake Oconee, weighed down by concrete blocks. There were no signs of forced entry. No known enemies. No clear motive.In this chilling episode of The Paranoid Perspective, we unravel the eerie details of the Dermond murders: a case that stumped seasoned investigators, haunted a quiet retirement community, and remains unsolved to this day. Wa...
2025-07-21
56 min
Lure of the Lake
"Take Me Out To The Wild Things" - Corey Schachter on Lake Oconee's Baseball Team
Today, I’m excited to introduce a guest who brings a unique blend of business acumen, community spirit, and a passion for sports: Corey Schachter. Originally from Buffalo, New York, Corey has called Georgia home for eight years and has lived at the Lake for the last four years. His move to the lake was driven by a desire to "simulate living on vacation" after his family grew unexpectedly to include five young children, the youngest being twins! Professionally, Corey owns and manages an automotive warranty company headquartered just outside Chattanooga, Tennessee. Beyond hi...
2025-07-18
34 min
Epic Agents: The Best in Real Estate
039: Marketing & Real Estate with Madison Zak (Lake Oconee, GA)
Madison Zak shares her journey in real estate, highlighting the importance of social media, particularly Instagram, in building her brand and connecting with clients. She discusses the dynamics of the Lake Oconee real estate market and her innovative marketing strategies, including community engagement and networking. Maddie emphasizes the need for consistency and uniqueness in real estate marketing, offering valuable advice for aspiring agents.Madison ZakReal Estate Agenthttps://ki...
2025-07-09
30 min
The Dark Oak
Episode 94: The Lake Oconee Murders
In May 2014, the murders of Russell and Shirley Dermond, a couple in their late eighties, shook the residents of Putnam County, Georgia. The decapitated body of Russell Dermond was found on May 6, 2014, in the garage of the house he owned on Lake Oconee. Neither his head nor his wife, Shirley, could be located in the house. As the investigation unfolded, the murder was revealed to be a double homicide when Shirley's body was found in Lake Oconee and the brutal attacks remain unsolved more than 10 years later. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to the Dark Oak 01:20 100 Episode Ce...
2025-04-09
57 min
Zone 7 with Sheryl McCollum
The Dermond’s Case | The Double Homicide on Lake Oconee, Georgia: The Prosecutors on Zone 7
The Derman Murders are the unsolved killings of Russell and Shirley Dermond in Putnam County, Georgia in May 2014. On May 6, 2014, Russell's decapitated body was found in the garage of his Lake Oconee home. He was 88 years old. Over a week later, Shirley's body was found floating in Lake Oconee. She was 87 years old and had been weighted down with concrete blocks. As of April 2024, the murders remain unsolved and Russell's head has not been found. The FBI is offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the killer or killers. Guest B...
2024-11-27
52 min
Club and Resort Talks
Wes Forester, PGA Director of Golf at Reynolds Lake Oconee Discusses Richland
Wes Forester, PGA Director of Golf at Reynolds Lake Oconee joined Rob Thomas on the Club + Resort Talks podcast to discuss Richland—the seventh golf course at the Greensboro, Ga. property. The new 18-hole layout was created by acclaimed course architect Tom Fazio by combining nine holes from his existing National course with nine all-new holes. This gives Reynolds Lake Oconee two Fazio designs (Richland and The National) along with courses from Jack Nicklaus (Great Waters), Rees Jones (The Oconee), Jim Engh (Creek Club), and two by Bob Cupp (The Preserve and The Landing). The new Richland turns the Bluff ni...
2024-11-17
28 min
Sticks Together Golf | Couples Golf
Unsolicited advice, a fashion faux pas, and our take on Reynolds Lake Oconee
This week on Sticks Together, we dive into the intricacies of managing unsolicited advice on the golf course, our memorable trip to Reynolds Lake Oconee, and, of course, a few fashion tips from Slade. It's our pilot episode, and we're excited to embark on this journey.The unique aspect of our relationship is playing golf together as a couple. It's not something you see every day, especially for couples our age. Stacey notes that many women her age primarily play golf with their husbands, while Slade shares his experience playing golf mostly with men, but also enjoying...
2024-08-12
40 min
Lure of the Lake
Paws, Claws & A Cause' - The 'New' Lake Oconee Humane Society!
Today, we are talking about one of everyone’s favorite non-profits, the Humane Society, specifically, the Lake Oconee Humane Society! It’s a new name, but the same organization that we all know and love. Diane Robinson & Jeri-Michel Duncan are joining me to talk about the name change, the current work they are doing, some things you may not know about the organization and a wonderful upcoming event that you don’t want to miss, celebrating 25 years of helping animals and saving lives in the Lake Country. We’ll talk about some real stories with happy en...
2024-07-12
35 min
Lure of the Lake
Community, Connection, Creation: The Making of Airabella Lake Oconee
I’m sure you’ve heard about a new planned development named Airabella. Maybe you’ve seen the sign on Highway 44 and wondered what it was going to be? Or maybe you heard someone talking about it and are wondering what is the latest? My guest today is Kevin Bryant; Kevin is one of the partners in the project, Airabella Lake Oconee. This is a visionary, mixed-use development designed to redefine living, working and playing at Lake Oconee! Spanning 137 acres, this community will consist of, not only residential living at its finest, but is set to feature chef-d...
2024-03-22
52 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Rebuilding Through Trial
In this sermon from 10-22-2023, we take a look at Nehemiah 6 and are reminded that the Christian life is filled with challenges and resistance, and we see how Nehemiah models a Bible response to those obstacles.
2023-10-22
28 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Rebuilding with Generosity
In this sermon from 10-15-2023, we see that not only were the Israelites committed to rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem, but they were also led by Nehemiah to demonstrate their gratitude toward God by loving one another well and extending generosity through fair practices. In today's world, what would it look like for Christians to not only seek to build God's kingdom but to do so with winsome attitudes toward neighbors and communities?
2023-10-15
24 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Spiritual Battle
What happens when we attempt to grow in godliness or take a step to build God's kingdom? We are met with resistance. How do we respond to that tension? Nehemiah gives us a clear example, and Pastor Jeff Birch walks us through what this looks like in this sermon from chapter 4.
2023-10-08
27 min
Lure of the Lake
Brian Prell - Lake Oconee Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy Part 2
My guest today has dedicated his career to helping people, not only relieving their pain, but also giving them back the ability to do the things they enjoy in life! Brian Prell is a Physical Therapist and owner of Lake Oconee Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy. You will enjoy hearing how Brian’s path to Physical Therapy was not typical. He was heading in a different direction, when a couple of random occurrences led him to PT. He describes for us the model that he uses in his approach that makes him, not only unique, but also very effective in...
2023-10-06
36 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
The Holy Habits of the Early Church
In the sermon from pulpit guest Jim Sheppard, we take a look at five habits of the early church: (1) teaching; (2) fellowship; (3) the breaking of bread; (4) prayer and worship; (5) generosity
2023-10-01
1h 17
Lure of the Lake
Brian Prell - Lake Oconee Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy
My guest today has dedicated his career to helping people, not only relieving their pain, but also giving them back the ability to do the things they enjoy in life! Brian Prell is a Physical Therapist and owner of Lake Oconee Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy. You will enjoy hearing how Brian’s path to Physical Therapy was not typical. He was heading in a different direction, when a couple of random occurrences led him to PT. He describes for us the model that he uses in his approach that makes him, not only unique, but also very effective in...
2023-09-29
39 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Rise and Rebuild
Did you know that the most popular baby names for the first half of 2023 are Liam and Olivia, followed by Noah and Emma? What didn't make the list are names like Eliashib, Zaccur, Meremoth, and Joiada. But what they like in modern popularity, these names make up for with a legacy that has survived the last 2,400+ years through a demonstration of faithfulness and unity as they worked together to glorify and worship the Lord. This episode takes a look at Nehamiah 3 as we explore, "Rise and Rebuild."
2023-09-25
32 min
Crime Over Wine
Russell & Shirley Dermond - Lake Oconee Murders
Russell & Shirley Dermond were living a quiet retirement lifestyle on Lake Oconee in Putnam County, Georgia. It was relaxed, easy, everything they had worked for.But one day, they fell out of their normal routine. When their neighbors check up on them, they stumble across a horrific scene that leads to a complicated and frustrating investigation.If you know anything about the deaths of Russell and Shirley Dermond, call the Putnam County Sheriff's Office at 706-485-8557.This week, we're drinking Clean Slate's Riesling.SOURCES: https://www.crimeoverwine.com...
2023-09-20
1h 10
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Prayer and Preparation
What do we typically do when we embark on a project? We prepare. But, as Christians, what do we need to do most in that same situation? We need to pray, not because we need prayer, but because we need to be in touch with the Lord who orders our steps, and in the case of Nehemiah, softens a king's heart to the request of his servant because, as Nehemiah 2:8 says, "...for the good hand of my God was upon me." We look more closely at this scripture from in our second sermon from the Nehemiah Sunday series as...
2023-09-17
28 min
Priority Status
Meet me at the Lake - 5 Questions with Ralph Vick of The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee
In this episode of Priority Status, Kristin Moller is joined by Ralph Vick, general manager of The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee to talk about the unique experience that is “Lake Life.” Listen in as Ralph shares the evolution of the iconic Georgia resort and how the property approaches “barefoot luxury,” something that only The Ritz-Carlton could deliver. Ralph talks about the resort’s traditions and how they have come to be woven into the fabric of the many families who return year after year for their dose of “Lake Life.” Instagram: @ritzcarltonreynoldslakeoconee https://www.ritzcarlton.com/reynolds
2023-09-14
25 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
A Leader's Heart
In this new Fall 2023 sermon series, we open with Nehemiah 1:1-11 and see the response of a true leader to the suffering of his people. Are we as burdened for those around us? Do we have the same desire to bring healing and restoration to our community?
2023-09-10
30 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Life Together
In this sermon from 9-3-2023, Pastor Jeff Birch takes a look at the early church found in Acts 2 and reminds us of our own vision for our role within our community and the world.
2023-09-03
28 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
It's All About Relationships
Life is all about relationships, but we have a tendency to compartmentalize those into school, work, church, social clubs, and so on. However, in Paul's final chapter to the Romans, he focuses on the truth that mission is all about relationships both inside and outside the church walls. Why? Because we are created by a relational God and designed, first, for communion with him and with one another.
2023-08-27
21 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
What Has Hold of Your Heart?
As we near the finish line in our study of Romans, we find Paul continuing to write about missions being so strongly associated with relationships, and one of the relationships that acts as a plumb line for our heart posture is how we feel about the poor. Do we actively engage with those around us who live in poverty (not always apparent in a community of wealth and gated amenities)? Or do we turn a blind eye or blame them for their circumstances? In a world where the disparity grows between the haves and the have-nots, we need this...
2023-08-20
24 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
The Fulfillment of the Mission
"Missions exists because worship doesn't," is one of the most impactful lines from the book, Let the Nations Be Glad. And it could very well be the subtitle for Romans 15 and Paul's desire to preach the gospel where it isn't known. Do we have the same yearning, whether it involves going to the ends of the earth or just to the end of the street?
2023-08-13
24 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Christ Our Hope
In a world of cancel culture and online mudslinging, how we treat one another is no small display of the posture of our hearts. This week, we continue in Romans as we are reminded to welcome one another as Christ has welcomed us.
2023-08-06
24 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
United for Glory
Do you worship with people who are different from you in some way? If so, how do you approach these differences as a Christ follower?
2023-07-30
24 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
The Way of Peace
We are made for relationships, and a Gospel-centered life is also a highly relational one. But how do we, as Christ followers, navigate the complicated world of relationships without judging others but, rather, welcoming and accepting them?
2023-07-23
26 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Understanding Judgment
When we think about God, we often want to avoid the consideration of judgment, but understanding judgment means unraveling its misunderstanding. Pastor Jeff Birch walks us through this important attribute as we continue our series in Romans.
2023-07-16
26 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Loving Across the Divide
How do Christians love others through differences, especially when it involves other Christians? Pastor Mike Palombo walks us through Romans 14 as we look through a Biblical lens of unity among differences.
2023-07-02
34 min
Lure of the Lake
Gary Sofen - Revisiting Lake Oconee Bistro + Some Straight Economic Talk!
My guest today is no stranger to many of you and certainly not a stranger to our Lure of the Lake podcast. Gary Sofen is returning to bring us up to date on the restaurant industry in general, and specifically what has been happening at Lake Oconee Bistro, since we last spoke about a year ago! Gary will tell us about the current employment situation, what has happened with the supply chain issues and give us some great insight on what it is like to be in the tough restaurant business. And the challenges and rewards of...
2023-07-01
1h 08
Lure of the Lake
Gary Sofen - Revisiting Lake Oconee Bistro + Some Straight Economic Talk!
My guest today is no stranger to many of you and certainly not a stranger to our Lure of the Lake podcast. Gary Sofen is returning to bring us up to date on the restaurant industry in general, and specifically what has been happening at Lake Oconee Bistro, since we last spoke about a year ago! Gary will tell us about the current employment situation, what has happened with the supply chain issues and give us some great insight on what it is like to be in the tough restaurant business. And the challenges and rewards of...
2023-06-30
1h 08
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Costly Love
Pastor Mike Palombo delivers this message from Romans 13 in which we explore the real price of love.
2023-06-25
31 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Humble Submission
What does it look like to submit to authority, even when that authority oversteps? LOPC's Youth Director, Travis Skillingstad, tackles this tough question with us as we unpack Romans 13:1-7.
2023-06-19
31 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Shaped by Love
We've all heard the phrase, "Don't get mad; get even," but does this apply to the Christian? How does our response to our enemies reflect a counter-cultural understanding of grace and forgiveness?
2023-06-11
25 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
I Am Not My Own
In this sermon excerpt from Romans 12:1-5, Pastor Jeff Birch preaches on the gift of belonging to God and to the body of Christ.
2023-05-28
30 min
Beyond Criminal Headlines
Murders at Lake Oconee: 9 years later, private lab gives investigators new hope
Nine years later, the mystery behind the murders of Russell and Shirley Dermond on Georgia’s Lake Oconee still confounds authorities. Could new technology and the efforts of a private lab finally help solve the case? WSB-TV’s Karyn Greer takes us beyond criminal headlines for episode 31. Previous episode on the Dermonds: Episode 20 – Mark Winne on the murders of Russell and Shirley Dermond
2023-05-23
32 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Worship as a Way of Life
In this sermon from 5-21-2023, we unpack Romans 11:33-12:2 as Pastor Jeff Birch preaches on "Worship as a Way of Life." In this text, we see three things: (1) Worship is determined by the worth of God; (2) Worship is defined by giving God what he's worth; (3) Worship is driven by the depth of one's view of the mercy of God.
2023-05-21
25 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Our Merciful God
God's ways are higher and deeper than we'll ever know, but one thing we do understand is that following Jesus is a miracle of grace. In this sermon excerpt from 5-14-2023, we take a look at Romans 11 and "Our Merciful God."
2023-05-14
16 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Humbled by Kindness
When God changes us, he does so through his immeasurable kindness. Shouldn't, then, we also apply that same kindness to the way we treat others? In this episode, Pastor Jeff Birch unpacks this theme found in Romans 11:16-24 as Paul addresses his Gentile audience.
2023-05-07
20 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
God's Purpose in Our Stumbling
We've all had that moment - ok, moments - when we know that we've screwed up and wonder how God's grace can possibly work within the mess that we've made. Or what about when we make mistakes in front of non-Christians, and we start wondering if we've just derailed whatever curiosity they might've had? Sound familiar? If so, Romans 11:7-15 has an encouraging response!
2023-04-30
30 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Understanding Grace
Christians talk a lot about the word "grace," but what does it mean? Do we truly understand it and how it's inextricably woven throughout the gospel? In this sermon from 4-23-2023, we take a look at what Apostle Paul has to say about grace and the way it takes us by surprise.
2023-04-23
25 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
The Call of the Gospel
We can check all the boxes of church membership and attendance but still completely miss being conduits of grace. Do we really understand the power of grace and the call of the gospel?
2023-04-16
24 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
New Life
The disciples first on the scene of where Jesus was buried were taken by surprise. After all, they looked for the living among the dead. How is it that we, also, look for life among the decay? Where do we spend our time and anchor our joy? Join us as we take a look at this most unexpected encounter with the risen Christ on Easter Sunday, 4-9-2023.
2023-04-09
25 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
The Unexpected King
On this Palm Sunday, our new Assistant Pastor, Mike Palombo, takes us to the familiar passage of Christ's triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Riding on a humble donkey, Jesus wasn't the king that Israel expected, and his plans to build his kingdom still surprise us today. Could it be that we also expect a different kind of king?
2023-04-02
26 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Engaging Reality
Everyone loves a good story, and it's even better when told by a gifted storyteller. Jesus was a master storyteller and often employed the use of parables. This week, we take a look at "The Parable of the Barren Fig Tree" as Jesus addresses an issue that can make us uncomfortable: repentance. In a society where regret and remorse are common but poor substitutes, repentance is a much less chosen path that leads to true freedom and joy.
2023-03-26
24 min
Psychic Eye Mysteries Podcast (PEMpodcast)
MURDERED The Lake Oconee Murders Russell and Shirley Dermond Psychic Eye Mysteries Podcast Ep 50
This week we dive into the 2014 grisly murders of Russell and Shirley Dermond, an elderly couple living in the wealthy neighborhood of Lake Oconee, Georgia. Was this a robbery gone wrong? Or was the couple targeted for more sinister reasons? #LakeOconee #DermondMurders #PEMpodcast
2023-03-19
26 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Lost and Found
It’s the prodigal story everyone knows: Son demands inheritance; son leaves home and squanders inheritance; son returns home destitute; son is received by father with joy and feasting. But do we really understand this passage? How often do we see ourselves in the younger son without realizing that the older son is an equal representation of our entitlement? We who follow the rules can also be the most resentful when grace is lavished upon those who have made a mess of things. This Sunday, we take a fresh look at this familiar New Testament parable and how much in...
2023-03-19
29 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
The Hope of Glory
Grief is no stranger to Christians. And yet, in our collective sorrow, we have hope. How can this be? As Christ followers, we believe not only in Christ's resurrection but also in a future glory that was glimpsed during Jesus' transfiguration, and we get to dive into this passage from Luke 9. As part of our series in "Lent: Encountering Jesus," it gathers momentum as we near Easter Sunday, but it will especially encourage our weary hearts. As CS Lewis once said, "If I find in myself a desire which no experience in this world can satisfy, the most probable...
2023-03-12
23 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
He Will Fight for You
For the next several Sundays, we're taking a detour from our Romans series and will be focusing on the Book of Luke as Pastor Jeff Birch leads us through "Lent: Encountering Jesus." This special series will provide snapshots of Jesus from Luke's gospel and culminates with Easter Sunday.
2023-03-05
31 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
The Message of Salvation
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the roles, responsibilities, and commitments that are supposed to bring fulfillment? For many of us, life seems more complicated than it should be, and that can include our understanding of the gospel. This sermon takes a look at Romans 10:5-13 that emphasizes the simplicity of "The Message of Salvation," and we are so in need of this good news!
2023-02-26
24 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
The Foundation Stone
In our continuation of studying Paul's letter to the Romans, we take a look at Romans 9:30-10:4. In this passage, Paul answers the question, "Where does our struggle end?" by reminding us that we are accepted and completed in Christ.
2023-02-19
28 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
God's Big Picture
In this sermon from February 12, 2023, Paul answers the question, "Can God be trusted?" by looking at the story of Israel and reminding them - and us - that we can only understand where we are by looking at where we've come from.
2023-02-12
27 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Understanding God's Justice
Romans 9:14-24 Is God fair and righteous? Can he be trusted? In this sermon from February 5, 2023, we take a look at this question and its answer found in Romans 9:14-24.
2023-02-05
22 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
The Shepherd Leader
In this sermon from 1-22-2023, we take a look at Acts 20:17-35 as we install newly elected deacons and elders.
2023-01-22
24 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
God's Word Has Not Failed
Has God's Word failed? We take a look at Romans 9:6-13 as we ask ourselves this question and discover exactly why Jesus came to die and reconcile us to himself.
2023-01-15
24 min
Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church
Privilege and Passion
We are back in our series on Romans (started earlier in 2022) and continuing with a look at Romans 9:1-5. In this chapter, we get to see Paul's heart that bleeds for his fellow Romans and how that compels us to look at our neighbors.
2023-01-08
24 min
Golfweek Amateur Tour - The Podcast
Happy New Year! Chris Tillery and Wes Forester Director of Golf, Reynolds Lake Oconee
Send us a textHappy New Year to everyone! In this episode, we talk to A Flight player Chris Tillery from the Indianapolis tour. Chris talks about his goals for the 2023 season and what he loves about the tour. Then we talk to Wes Forester, the Director of Golf at Reynolds Lake Oconee. Wes gives us some inside information about the courses we. are playing for the Phil Robinson Memorial. He also talks about the other four courses and other amenities at the resort. AMATEURGOLFTOUR.NET Support the showPodcast Homepage
2023-01-04
54 min