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Buried Bylines77. The Suspicious Death of Noah PresgroveIn September 2023, 19-year-old Noah Presgrove was found dead on the side of an Oklahoma highway, his body bearing multiple blunt force injuries. Nearly two years later, his family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit, alleging he was beaten to death by friends during a party. Join us as we delve into the details of this perplexing case, exploring the events leading up to Noah's death, the subsequent investigation, and the family's ongoing quest for justice. 2025-07-2847 minBuried Bylines76. The Detroit 'Freezer Mom' Murders with Jason ColthorpThis week, Mallory’s flying solo and reconnecting with a familiar face from her hometown market. Jason Colthorp, now an anchor in Detroit, was just starting out as a reporter when he covered one of the city’s most disturbing cases: the story of Mitchelle Blair, later dubbed the “Freezer Mom.” Jason shares what he witnessed in the courtroom and explains why this case, along with the heartbreaking deaths of Stephen Berry and Stoni Blair, has stayed with him ever since.SOURCES:https://www.newspapers.com/image/102476033/?match=1&terms=%22Mitchelle%20Blair%22 https...2025-07-1446 minBuried Bylines75. The Secret Behind Scentsy… (It’s an MLM)In this episode, we're diving into the sweet-smelling world of Scentsy—the MLM that sells wax warmers... but is there more than meets the… nose?Founded in 2004, Scentsy built its empire on a direct sales model powered by independent consultants. But with commissions earned from both product sales and recruiting others, it raises a familiar question: legit business—or just another pyramid in disguise? Tune in as we break down how the Scentsy model really works and why so many are drawn to the scent-sational dream.S...2025-07-0131 minBuried Bylines74. The Suspicious Death of Carrie JacksonIn June 2006, 27-year-old Carrie Ann Jackson was found dead in a small body of water near madden hill in Seymour, Indiana. Though her death was ruled suspicious, no arrests have ever been made. Her family has spent nearly two decades in a painful limbo—desperate for justice, haunted by unanswered questions, and determined to keep her memory alive.In this episode, we revisit Carrie’s case, explore the timeline of events, and share her family’s ongoing fight for answers. Someone out there knows the truth—and it’s time for them to come forward.SOURCES...2025-06-1627 minBuried Bylines73. Indiana Cold Case: Who Killed Teresa Osborne?In this episode, we delve into the dark and tragic story of Teresa Osborne, an 18-year-old Rose Acre Farms employee who vanished in 1973 after a simple errand to a local bakery. Ten days later, her burned-out car—and her body—were discovered in a remote wildlife refuge. What began as a missing persons case quickly turned into a murder investigation, filled with dead ends, unanswered questions, and whispers of secrets hidden behind the walls of one of Indiana’s biggest businesses.Who wanted Teresa gone—and why?🔍 Join us as we explo...2025-06-0235 minBuried Bylines72. Unsolved & Uncovered: Who Killed 13-Year-Old Lori Ann Brickley?Buckle up. This case is infuriatingly uncovered by the media. We're talking a total of about 12 newspaper articles IN 50 YEARS. That's it. That is all of the news coverage 13-year-old Lori Ann Brickley's murder got. Lori was a sweet, normal teenager. She was in seventh grade. She liked hanging out with her friends and swimming. She had her whole life ahead of her. It all ended when she was found murdered in an outhouse less than 150-feet from her home. Her case is unsolved to this day.Megan is taking us down a rabbit...2025-05-1328 minBuried Bylines71. Updates on Updates on UpdatesWe have 70 episodes and TWO YEARS under our belt y’all! That is cuckoo bananas. Thank you all so much for listening and spreading the word about our podcast AND these cases. We love you all so much!On this episode, both Mallory and Megan bring you updates on past cases: The disappearance of baby Amiah Robertson in Indianapolis, the wrongful arrests and detainments of the Akeos in Mexico, the long-suspected and now confirmed Portland, Oregon Serial Killer, arrests in the cold case murder of Farmer Lowell Badger in Indiana, and a real-time update in...2025-04-2842 minBuried Bylines70. The Unsolved Murder of Emily Pike with Robert Anglen and Lauren De YoungWe’re thrilled to bring you a first in this episode: not one, but two special guests — neither of whom we know personally! We're honored to be joined by Robert Anglen and Lauren De Young from AZCentral, a newspaper with the USA Today network. Together, we’ll be discussing the unsolved murder of 14-year-old Emily Pike in Arizona.Emily was an Indigenous teen who loved the color pink, her cat, and all things glitter. In January, she went missing after sneaking out of the group home where she was staying in Mesa. For nearly three weeks, her loved...2025-04-1549 minBuried Bylines69. Vacation Turned Nightmare: The Akeo Timeshare DisputeA Michigan couple, Paul and Christy Akeos, are currently detained in Mexico after being accused by a timeshare company, Palace Resorts, of fraud. The company alleges the couple breached their membership contracts by promoting their benefits on social media and encouraging others to exploit them. They also dispute over $100,000 in chargebacks. The Akeos' lawyer denies the fraud claims. The family says they have proof that Palace Resorts breached their contract, and that the chargebacks are legal.You may remember Lindsey Hull from our guest episode on Larry Nassar. Beyond being a wonderful guest, she’s...2025-03-311h 01Buried Bylines68. Indiana Cold Cases: The Murders of Keyla Weddel and Sheri HerrThis week we're examining two Indiana cold cases that happened within a year of each other. In both cases a young woman was murdered and police seem to know who committed the crime but don't have enough evidence to go to court. However, one case received a ton of local media attention, while the other hasn't been mentioned since 1995. Get ready to park yourself at speculation station because we have A LOT TO SAY. Stick around for a mini update on Delphi and our uncensored thoughts on Casey Anthony's TikTok page. SOURCES:...2025-03-1852 minBuried Bylines67. Your Questions, Our AnswersIt’s another Q & A episode! We noticed some new followers, so we wanted to host another episode where we answer all of your burning questions. Among them: If you were a kitchen utensil, what would you be? Who is burying the body and who is on lookout? What are your favorite podcasts? AND MORE! Listen along as Mallory and Megan spill their guts. And as for the last, unofficial question, please let us know where you stand. We love you! Thanks for listening. 2025-03-0337 minBuried Bylines66. Shrinkflation: A Shady, Shrouded, but Sanctioned Business StrategyWe needed a bit of a palette cleanser, so Megan is bringing us back into the world of white-collar crime. However, today's case is TECHNICALLY legal, it doesn't make it any less shady. Shrinkflation is when a company makes changes to a product, reducing its value, while keeping the price the same or even increasing the price ever so slightly. This entirely legal practice is yet another way for companies to cut corners at the expense of consumers. BUT we're here to help you stay informed and know what to look for! SOURCES:2025-02-1836 minBuried Bylines65. The Seminole Serial Killer with Ann BreyWe have another exciting guest episode for you! In episode 65, Mallory covers the Seminole Heights serial killer, who pled guilty to multiple charges related to a series of murders. Ann Brey joins us to talk about how she LITERALLY WENT TO HIGH SCHOOL WITH THE KILLER.Howell Emanuel Donaldson III admitted to killing four people in the Seminole Heights neighborhood of Tampa, Florida, in 2017. They were Benjamin Edward Mitchell, Monica Carisa’s Hoffa, Anthony Namibia, and Ronald Felton. The victims were targeted randomly, and the murders led to widespread fear in the community. Listen no...2025-02-0338 minBuried Bylines64. The Police-Involved Death of Ronald GreeneIn May of 2019, 49-year-old Ronald Greene died after being arrested by Louisiana State Police after a chase. Body camera footage, released YEARS after the incident, shows troopers beating, choking, stunning, and dragging him on the ground while handcuffed. He was left face down on the ground for nine minutes. He died on the way to the hospital.At least six white troopers were involved in the arrest; five were criminally charged in December 2022. As of January 2025, no officer has served any jail time in connection to Greene’s death. And just last week, federal pr...2025-01-2134 minBuried Bylines63. The Disappearance of Samantha SperryThis week we are covering a case involving a missing mother of two, multiple unreliable narrators, an underground bunker, and a WICKED palette cleanser. Buckle up for our first episode of 2025! 25-year-old Samantha Sperry was last seen on March 28, 2018, in a small rural town outside Paducah, Kentucky. It's reported she rode 4-wheelers in the woods with her boyfriend's father before the vehicle got stuck. Officials were told the two went their separate ways... but Samantha has not been seen since. Meet us at Speculation Station because we aren't sure Samantha even entered the woods that night... and...2025-01-0634 minBuried Bylines62. Top Crime Stories of 2024 & Ben Franklin’s Potato PartiesWhat a year it’s been! A lot… and we mean A LOT of crazy things have happened in 2024. Join us as Mallory recaps the biggest crime stories of each month, including: the Karen Read murder case, Trump’s attempted assassination, the Delphi murders case finally going to trial, Luigi Mangione, & much, much more! **TW: Episode includes mentions of child abuse & murder**As we wrap up the year, we want to say thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We have the best little podcast community two former Midwest newsies could ask for. We wis...2024-12-2345 minBuried Bylines61. Missing in Canada: The Disappearance of Melanie EthierWe're back and we're in Canada. Megan tries to speak French. Apologies in advance but we are excited to shed light on this case!In September of 1996, 15-year-old Melanie Ethier disappeared while walking home in Northern Ontario. She was reported missing later that day, but police have not been able to find a single shred of evidence related to her disappearance. Nearly 30 years later, the case is still open and active. Let's help bring justice to Melanie’s case!SOURCES:Canada's Most Notorious Cold Cases | Reader's Digest CanadaDi...2024-12-0947 minBuried Bylines60. Delphi Debrief: An Inside Look at the Murder Trial of Richard Allen with Max LewisGuilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. A jury found Richard Allen guilty on all four counts in the Delphi double murder trial. Prosecutors say Allen brutally killed 13-year-old Abigail (Abby) Williams and 14-year-old Liberty (Libby) German on that unseasonably warm February day in 2017. On this episode, Mallory and Megan discuss the ins and outs of the trial with Indianapolis TV reporter Max Lewis covered it for the entire four-weeks. You'll hear new details about the case, the crime scene, excluded evidence, potential theories, and more.
We covered the murders of these two young girls in our...2024-11-181h 03Buried Bylines59. The Unsolved Murder of Nicolas ZavalaThis week's case is the definition of a buried byline. 12-year-old Nicolas Zavala disappeared in August of 2002 while living with his grandmother in Northwest Indiana. Despite being his temporary guardian, the boy's grandmother waited a full week before reporting him missing. Eight months later, Nicolas' remains were discovered on an Illinois farm. Not only is this case still unsolved but it has received little to no media attention. We have OPINIONS!
SOURCES:
https://www.chicagotribune.com/2004/02/01/the-final-home-of-nicolas-zavala/
https://poundpuplegacy.org/document/133344
https://www.kpcnews.com/article_f715d5bb-835...2024-11-0446 minBuried Bylines58. The Man Who Killed Halloween & The Murder of Timothy O'BryanWe're sticking with the Halloween theme for this episode! Have you ever wondered why the news media, law enforcement officials, and doctors warn you to check you kids' Halloween candy for tampering? This case is the reason why. In this episode, Mallory dives into the man who killed Halloween, a.k.a. the Candy Man, and the heartbreaking murder of 8-year-old Timothy O'Bryan. SOURCES:2024-10-2135 minBuried Bylines57. Halloween Horrors: The Unsolved Murders of Sylvia Jane Atherton & Katherine ArmstrongSpooky Season has arrived! You guys know this is our favorite time of year. Once again, we will spotlight all things Halloween, eerie, and scary for the month of October. This week Megan covers two horrifying unsolved murders, one in the U.S. and another in the U.K., both with ties to All Hallows' Eve.
SOURCES:
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trunk-lady-cold-case-florida-sylvia-june-atherton-identified/
https://www.fox13news.com/news/cold-cases-cracked-st-pete-police-to-give-update-on-infamous-trunk-lady-murder-of-1969
https://abcnews.go.com/US/police-identify-trunk-lady-cold-case/story?id=99716889
https://www.oxygen.com/crime-news/sylvia-atherton-idd-as-trunk-lady-in-cold-case-murder
https://www.newspapers.c...2024-10-0734 minBuried Bylines56. The Interstate Killer: Remembering the Victims of Larry EylerYou guys, we've got a serial killer case on our hands! This week Megan takes a DEEP dive into a midwest nightmare. Between 1982 and 1984, dozens of teenage boys and young men in Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky were brutally assaulted and killed. At least 21 victims died at the hands of Larry Eyler, who was dubbed the Interstate Killer. Buckle up because this is a long one! We're going to talk about news coverage, a potential accomplice, Kathleen Zellner, and the badass woman (plus the police task force) that helped bring down this serial killer.
SOURCES:2024-09-241h 00Buried Bylines55. A Culture of Abuse: The Larry Nassar Case with Lindsey HullIn this powerful guest episode, we dive into a deeply personal story with Lindsey Hull, Mallory’s lifelong best friend, former competitive gymnast, and a survivor of sexual abuse. Lindsey bravely shares her journey, including her decision in 2017 to join the lawsuit against disgraced U.S. Olympic doctor Larry Nassar. But for Lindsey, Larry was more than just a doctor—he was a family friend, a neighbor, and someone she once considered a safe haven from the abusive culture within her gymnastics organization. In this episode, Lindsey opens up about her relationship with Larry, the moment she realized she was...2024-09-0957 minBuried Bylines54. Taking On Ticketmaster: Taylor Swift vs A Music MonopolyThis week, we're taking a back seat to some of the more brutal crime cases we cover. Megan surprised Mallory with a white-collar CALAMITY centered around her favorite artist: Taylor Swift. At this point, we have all seen the massive success of the Eras Tour. But before our beloved blondie could kick off her largest concert venture to date she had to deal with the fallout of Ticketmaster's registration and sale for the event. The outrage that followed led to multiple lawsuits and congressional hearings. Prepare for Mal's soapbox and more than a few song references.
2024-08-2650 minBuried Bylines53. The Murder of Jennifer Stockrahm21-year-old Jennifer Stockrahm was murdered nearly 30 years ago in the small town of Harmony, Indiana. She was shot in the chest before being set on fire inside her car, which was parked 100 yards away from her mother's home. In the 27 years that have followed, her case has gotten little to no media coverage. We want to know why. Join us as we discuss the case that has become the definition of a buried byline.
Sources:
https://www.in.gov/isp/crime-reporting/cold-case-investigations/cold-cases-by-county/putnamville-district-investigations/jennifer-stockrahm-02121997/
https://www.thebraziltimes.com/story/1989510.h...2024-08-1230 minBuried Bylines52. The Cleveland Kidnappings: Michelle Knight, Amanda Berry, and Gina DeJesusIn 2013, three women were rescued after disappearing a decade earlier. Michelle Knight, Amanda Berry, and Gina DeJesus were held captive inside a Cleveland, Ohio home. The women were tortured, raped, and abused by Ariel Castro. Castro was a long-time bus driver and father in the Cleveland Metropolitan School District. Megan breaks down the news coverage surrounding the case and shares some buried bylines within the case.
SOURCES:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ariel_Castro_kidnappings
https://abcnews.go.com/US/michelle-knights-triumph-11-year-captor-ariel-castro/story?id=67857015
https://people.com/c...2024-07-2950 minBuried Bylines51. Bed Bugs Bust and Drone StalkingIn this episode, we’re bringing you some CRAZY headlines from the current news world. We have bed bugs busting a bad business, we have a creepy drone stalker, and last but not least, an update that could help you save some money at the grocery store. We recorded in person for the first time in a MINUTE so things are sure to go off the rails. (And they do.) Plus, you can learn some extra fun, fun facts about your co-hosts… including the fact that one of them is blind in one eye and the other embarrassed herself onstage...2024-07-1631 minBuried Bylines50. Digging Up Dillinger with Joe MelilloWe're going BIG for our 50th episode! This week we're diving into the history and lore of one of the country's most infamous gangsters (and Hoosier native) John Dillinger. There's no one better to join us for this conversation than former broadcast news reporter, Joe Melillo.
Joe has formed a team of investigators and journalists who are on a mission to exhume John Dillinger's body and confirm once and for all if public enemy number one was actually shot and killed by the FBI on July 22, 1934. He's serving up all the facts that have led to countless...2024-07-011h 07Buried Bylines49. The Murder of Bernita WhiteToday's episode is a cold case from Mallory's hometown of Lansing, Michigan... suggested by her 15-year-old, true crime-loving cousin. Thanks so much for the suggestion!
41-year-old Bernita White was shot and killed outside of the Potter Park Zoo. To make things even worse, it was in front of her 5-year-old daughter. This shooting sets the public into a panic, especially after police reveal she was shot from literal YARDS away. No one saw the shooter. Law enforcement quickly narrows down the suspect list. At the very top, her husband, Artis White, a detective sergeant for the Michigan S...2024-06-1746 minBuried Bylines48. The Death of Cole Brings PlentyHow can a known Hollywood actor go missing and receive little to no media attention until his body is discovered over a week later? We have THOUGHTS and OPINIONS. Cole Brings Plenty caught his big break when he was cast in the Yellowstone spin-off "1923". The 27-year-old was a member of the Mnicouju Lakota tribe; his Native American roots and beliefs play a big part in the investigation of his disappearance and death. Let us know what you think about how the case was handled and help us raise awareness for Native American visibility in the media!
2024-06-0337 minBuried Bylines47. Poisoned Coffee and A Murder For Hire PlotWe're trying something a little different for this episode! This week, we've selected three current news stories to tell you about. We have been tossing around the idea of starting a Patreon in which we would post bonus episodes on the podcast's off week. One idea we had was to pick a few news stories of the week and talk about them! Please let us know if you like it, or would be interested in subscribing to our Patreon! In this episode, we'll discuss the following stories... (And yes, these are actually happening in 2024):
1. Poisoned Coffee
2024-05-1332 minBuried Bylines46. The Murder of Julie YowIt's safe to say we felt like we were holding pitchforks this ENTIRE episode. Every case we cover is tragic, but it truly hits different knowing the justice system failed this woman in the worst way. In December 2022, Julie Yow was living in Columbus, Indiana and expecting her third child. However, she was under extreme stress and living in fear daily. Julie was denied a protective order against her estranged husband just 10 days before she was killed at his hands. We're dedicating this episode to sharing Julie's story and joining the push to change Indiana's protective order laws.
2024-04-2928 minBuried Bylines45. The Murder of Kathy Bonney with Dr. Martin Smith-Rodden**Trigger Warning: Sexual assault, incest, child murder and abuse**
We say this every episode... but BUCKLE UP! This case is truly something you won't forget about. Our guest, Dr. Martin Smith-Rodden, is a professional visual journalist with over 30 years of experience, a professor at Ball State University, and has a Ph.D. in Applied Experimental Psychology. (The very first doctor to appear as a guest on the podcast! Eek!)
He details his time at the Virginian-Pilot where he: sat face-to-face with convicted killer Thomas Bonney inside Bonney's home, was present when Bonney...2024-04-1540 minBuried Bylines44. The Wrongful Conviction of Sam SheppardThis entire episode is a rollercoaster so BUCKLE UP. Megan decided she wanted to bamboozle Mallory with an April Fool's Day prank, which doesn't seem fair considering we recorded this episode two weeks in advance and Mallory was left with no defense. (Can you guess who is writing up this week's synopsis?)
HOWEVER, the prank case is based on a real-life case that we do dive into so stick around for the disturbing details in the 1954 death of Marilyn Sheppard and the wrongful conviction of her husband, neurosurgeon Samuel Sheppard.
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https://thefugitive...2024-04-0131 minBuried Bylines43. Another Q & A with Mallory and MeganWe have some new listeners thanks to our recent appearance on IndyNow. Welcome! We thought it would be a good time to do a Q & A. We got a variety of questions... including what it's like to work in a newsroom and cover these cases. So listen as we divulge our deep, dark secrets. (Not really. Just our Hogwarts houses and stuff...).
This week also marks ONE YEAR since we started the podcast! Thank you so much to all of our listeners and supporters. Here are a few ways you can continue to support the podcast:
Tell a friend about...2024-03-1832 minBuried Bylines42. Bait & Switch Pricing: How stores are stealing from youHave you ever scanned the shelves of a grocery or department store looking for deals... but when you get to the checkout counter everything rings up as more than you expected? You're not going crazy. This is a tactic many stores use called bait and switch pricing. There are dozens of lawsuits because of it and we will explain how they do it and how you can protect your wallet.
SOURCES:
https://www.dailydot.com/news/target-bait-and-switch-price-changes/
https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/nbc-5-responds/how-to-ensure-you-pay-the-price-you-see-on-the-shelf/3146677/
https://www.wfmynews2.com/article/news...2024-03-0436 minBuried Bylines41. The Mysterious Murder of Nancy LyonsDuring the late evening hours of June 17, 2002, Nancy Lyons's red Nissan was discovered abandoned on a country road in Rush County, Indiana. The car was running, the trunk was open, and the left rear tire was flat. Four months later, her skeletal remains were discovered in a soybean field in Bartholomew county. What happened to Nancy? Listen now to hear more about her case.
SOURCES:
https://www.in.gov/isp/crime-reporting/cold-case-investigations/cold-cases-by-county/versailles-district-investigations/nancy-lyons-06172002/
https://www.newspapers.com/image/1002572351/?terms=%22nancy%20lyons%22&match=1
https://www.newspapers.com...2024-02-1938 minBuried Bylines40. The Murder of Jessica Lunsford with Lindy ThackstonIn late February of 1995, the small town of Homosassa, Florida was sent into a panic after 9-year-old Jessica Lunsford disappeared from the comfort of her home in the middle of the night. For days, police, neighbors, and media set up camp in the community searching for the third grader all while she was being hidden less than 100 feet away from her house. By the time officials cracked the case it was too late... Jessica was already dead.
Our friend and former co-worker, Lindy Thackston, covered this case extensively during her time in Jacksonville, Florida. She joins us...2024-02-0545 minBuried Bylines39. The Mysterious Disappearance of Brandy WilsonThis episode's case is a listener suggestion out of Colfax, Indiana! Keep those suggestions coming!
24-year-old Brandy Wilson seemingly disappeared into thin air in June of 2002. Her purse and car were still at home. The only thing missing was Brandy. In this case, we'll discuss who police think may be responsible... who has been charged with murder before. We'll also dive into the infamous true crime case that happened at the same time, inadvertently turning Brandy's story into a buried byline.
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https://www.newspapers.com/image/265359321/?terms=%22Brandy%20Wilson%222024-01-2244 minBuried Bylines38. Epidemic in Alaska: The Unsolved Murder of Brandon IrlmeierNew year, same podcast! We're ringing in 2024 with a case out of Anchorage, Alaska. 20-year-old Brandon Irlmeier was found beaten, strangled, and shot to death at the bottom of a stairwell. Six years later, his case is still unsolved.
Brandon's murder is just one of more than 2,400 unsolved cases involving murdered and missing Alaska Natives in Alaska. It's a true Buried Byline. So we're digging into the reasons why and also giving you facts you didn't know you needed about the state of Alaska!
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https://www.murkowski.senate.gov...2024-01-1632 minBuried Bylines37. Christmas Ribbon Killer: The Murder of Lynda McDanielFirst of all, Merry Christmas to those that celebrate the holiday! We are so excited to give you the gift of a new episode.
Today's case covers the murder of 23-year-old Lynda McDaniel by the person that has been dubbed in the Indianapolis press as 'The Christmas Ribbon Killer." This case is unsolved to this day. Through our research, we've discovered this story is a true 'buried byline.' Join us as we dive into this absolutely WILD case and discuss how in the world this story didn't blow up in the media.
2024-01-0947 minBuried Bylines36. Potential Serial Killer: The Missing and Murdered Women of Portland, OregonWe are freaking out guys!!!
1.) Megan is BACK.
2.) There could be an active serial killer in the greater Portland, Oregon area.
Our story starts with the murder of 32-year-old Joanna Speaks. We were alerted about this case thanks to the amazing online community on the I Think Not! Podcast page. (Check them out if you haven't already!) Megan's research into Joanna's case quickly spiraled into a much larger story involving six women in the Portland area who were all found dead within five months of each other. So is this...2023-12-1234 minBuried Bylines35. Witnessing a Federal Execution with Sarah LehmanSince 1963, 16 people have been sentenced to death and executed by the United States Federal Government. All 16 of those inmates were put to death at the U.S. Penitentiary in Terre Haute, Indiana.
In 2019, The U.S. Government announced a moratorium on federal executions would end for the first in 17 years. As a result, 13 death row prisoners received lethal injection between July of 2020 and January of 2021. Sarah Lehman, a broadcast journalist in Terre Haute, witnessed and reported on 5 of those executions. In this episode Mallory does a one-on-one interview about the process of reporting on a rare event...2023-12-121h 00Buried BylinesBONUS: The Elephant in the WombGuys, it's time to talk about the elephant in the room. Or I guess the elephant in the WOMB. If you’re reading this, Megan was induced early and has had her baby boy!
The podcast posting plan is up in the air with baby Bennett’s arrival BUT we promise to still crank out content even if it means a few weeks of solo episodes for Mal. We just wanted to have an open and honest conversation with everyone about what's going on and we promise to post updates on the Buried Bylines Instagram page.
We love you guys! Than...2023-12-1207 minBuried Bylines34. The Disappearance of Ashley Morris MullisSOMEBODY GET KEITH MORRISON ON THE PHONE! This case is an episode of Dateline in the making. Megan takes a deep dive into a listener suggestion on a missing persons case in Muncie, Indiana a.k.a our college stomping grounds.
A 27-year-old mother of three, Ashley Morris Mullis, was last seen by family and friends in September of 2013. No one has made contact with her since. There was little to no movement in her case, at least publically, until this year when court documents revealed details of an alleged affair, kidnapping, and fraud... all connected to...2023-12-1240 minBuried Bylines33. 10 Hoosier Haunts for HalloweenWe have one more spooky episode for the Halloween season. We're bringing you 10 of the most haunted hangouts in the Hoosier state! You might have heard of a few of them... and some even have true crime-related origins. As former journalists do, we're breaking down facts versus fiction in these tales of local lore. Plus, Mallory tells us about one local legend in her hometown in Michigan that traumatized her for life! We'll talk to you again next week, when we're back to our regularly scheduled programming.
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https://www.whas11.com/article/news/local/good-morning-kentuckiana/haunted-ghosts-kentucky-indiana-road-trip/417-3c83efe9...2023-12-1247 minBuried Bylines32. Who put Bella in the Wych Elm?We're back with another Spooky Season episode and this time we're going international!
At the height of the Second World War, four young boys in the U.K. went into the woods looking for bird's eggs. Instead, they were met with an unforgettable and terrifying discovery. A human skull was hidden inside the hollow trunk of a wych elm. To this day, the woman killed and placed inside the tree has never been identified. Megan walks us through the details of the case and the dozens of theories that have been spun over the last eight decades. 2023-12-1229 minBuried Bylines31. The Girl in the Window: The Nicholson-Rand Mansion MysteryIt's officially spoooky season! In this episode, we discuss what has been called one of the most haunted houses in Indiana. Here's the catch... no one knew it was haunted until over 100 years after it was built. It all started when a photographer with the Indianapolis Star snapped a photo of a historic house being moved to a new location. That photographer, many people believe, captured the image of a ghost looking out of an upstairs window. Listen along as we discuss the mystery and history surrounding this house... and why seemingly no one knows why it's reportedly haunted.2023-12-1238 minBuried Bylines30. The Murder of Melissa Runnels with Jenny DreaslerIn June of 2018, 20-year-old Melissa Runnels was shot to death, set on fire, and left behind an abandoned Indianapolis home. Five years have passed since her brutal murder but her case remains unsolved. This week we discuss the case with FOX59 & CBS4 Anchor and Reporter, Jenny Dreasler. We also had the pleasure of speaking to Melissa's mother, Barbara Harvey, who reached out to Megan about sharing this story. Please help us raise awareness for this case, get this family answers, and bring Melissa to justice!
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https://fox59.com/morning-news/angela-answers/angela-answers-melissa-runnels-parents-plea-for-answers/2023-12-1254 minBuried Bylines29. The Cold Case of 11-year-old Brandie PeltzTime for another Indiana Cold Case! 11-year-old Brandie Peltz was found dead in her home floating face down in a bathtub full of water. An upstairs bedroom of the residence was set on fire. The cause of death was strangulation. The victim was found by a passerby who noticed the second story of the residence on fire and stopped to see if anyone was inside. To this day, no one knows what truly happened in that house. Join us as we discuss some theories!
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https://www.in.gov/isp...2023-12-1230 minBuried Bylines28. The Hollandsburg MassacreGUYS! This is by far the biggest crime case in Indiana that you've never heard of. On Valentine's Day in 1977, four men broke into a small Parke County mobile home, to carry out the heinous thrill killings now known as the Hollandsburg Massacre. Betty Jane Spencer was forced to lie on the ground next to four of her children as the men fired shots into their bodies. Spencer somehow managed to survive the brutal attack, share her story, and help put the killers behind bars.
P.S.: There's about 10 minutes of Vanderpump Rules gossip...2023-09-2547 minBuried Bylines27. The Claypool Hotel Murders18-year-old Dorothy Poore went to Indianapolis in 1954 looking for a career. What she found was a monster. In this episode, we discuss what is often known as 'The Dresser Drawer Murder,' one of the most sensational crimes in Indiana state history. Many only know about the crime due to its historic backdrop: the former Claypool Hotel. However, Dorothy wasn't the only victim of a brutal crime at the Claypool. Help us bring these innocent victims back to the forefront.
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https://www.indystar.com/story/news/2017/06/08/notorious-crimes-indianapolis-area-history/365132001/
https://historicindianapolis...2023-09-1949 minBuried Bylines26. The Murders of Julie Kibuishi and Sam HerrIn May of 2010, police responded to a father's frantic 911 call from Steve Herr. After not hearing from him in a few days, he went to visit his son, only to discover a woman's body inside Sam's apartment. Detectives identified the victim as a friend of Sam's, Julie Kibuishi. Police initially launched a manhunt to track Sam down. But once investigators began digging deeper, things took an unexpected turn placing a new suspect at the center of the case.
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https://www.cbsnews.com/news/48-hours-killer-performance-julie-kubuishi-sam-herr-daniel-wozniak-case/
https://www.cbsnews.com/pictures...2023-09-1132 minBuried Bylines25. The Indianapolis FedEx Shooting with Darius Johnson and Alexa GreenWE'VE HIT 25 EPISODES Y'ALL! Joining us for this podcast milestone are two of our former coworkers (and current friends) Darius Johnson and Alexa Green. For this episode, we discuss the worst mass shooting in Indianapolis history. It happened on April 15, 2021 at a FedEx Ground facility. Eight people were killed by the gunman, who eventually turned the gun on himself. Several others were injured. In this episode, you'll hear compelling narratives from the crime scene, the reunification center, and inside the newsroom.
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https://www.indystar.com/story/news/crime/2021/07/28/fedex-shooting-timeline-how-indianapolis-shooting-unfolded/5399235001/
...2023-08-281h 06Buried Bylines24. Houston John Doe 1973 and the 'Candyman' KillingsOne name. That is the very last thing Houston investigators need to finally identify all 28 victims of Dean Corll, aka, the Candyman Killer, active from 1970 - 1973. Fifty years later, experts with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children are hoping new technology can help give the last remaining victim his identity back. All it takes is one tip. Can you help?
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https://www.missingkids.org/poster/ncmu/1109009
https://www.texasmonthly.com/true-crime/the-lost-boys/
https://www.newser.com/story/338656/sketch-may-help-id-last-unknown-victim-of-candy-man.html
https://en.wikipedi...2023-08-2135 minBuried Bylines23. Newsroom Q & A with Mallory and MeganYou asked. We answered. If you've ever wanted to know what working in a newsroom is like, you'll want to check out this episode! We tell you all about producing, the news industry, our favorite anchors... even our fun fact is news-related!
Don't worry though, we'll be back to our regularly scheduled material next week. Enjoy!2023-08-1438 minBuried Bylines22. The Abduction and Murder of Eliza FletcherTrigger Warning: Sexual Assault, Rape
GUYS, WE ARE MAAAAAD. This week's episode hit us really hard. In September of 2022, Memphis teacher, Eliza Fletcher went out for her typical morning run except this time she never came home. The 34-year-old mother was snatched off the street and thrown into a van... the entire abduction was caught on camera. Within days, her alleged kidnapper and killer was caught. However, Megan explains there were multiple reasons why he shouldn't have been walking free in the first place.
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https://www.cnn.com/2022/09/13/us...2023-08-0740 minBuried Bylines21. The Murder of Wilma CheekThe day before Halloween in 1995, the body of Wilma Cheek was found slumped over the steering wheel of her grey Pontiac Grand Prix. The vehicle was parked in the rear of Willow Grove Cemetery in Fountain City, Indiana. In this episode, we discuss the odd circumstances of her death, the STEAMING hot family tea, and the continuing efforts by Indiana State Police and others to solve this 30-year-old cold case.
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https://www.in.gov/isp/crime-reporting/cold-case-investigations/cold-cases-by-county/pendleton-district-investigations/wilma-cheek-10301995/
https://www.newspapers.com/image/251250391/?terms=Wilma%20Cheek&match=1
https://www.newspapers.com/image/765242847/?terms=Wilma%20Cheek&match=1
https...2023-07-3138 minBuried Bylines20. The Indiana Cannibal Killer with Abby WalkerIn 2014, 46-year-old Tammy Jo Blanton was found brutally murdered and dismembered in her Jeffersonville home. When police responded to the scene, Tammy's ex-boyfriend Joseph Oberhansley opened the door. This case would go on to become infamous across Indiana and the midwest as Oberhansley was eventually convicted of killing, dismembering and eating parts of Tammy's remains. Abby (Lutz) Walker was working in Louisville and covered the trial in 2020. She joins us to talk through the horrifying and unbelievable details of the case. At the same time, Megan explains why Oberhansley should have never even been able to meet Tammy in...2023-07-2445 minBuried Bylines19. Cold Case: Farmer Lowell BadgerOn December 8, 2012, 85-year-old Lowell R. Badger was found dead on the bedroom floor of his rural Sullivan County, Indiana home. Mr. Badger died from a gunshot wound suffered during a burglary of his residence. The clues that could help crack the case? A safe, a TV, and surveillance footage.
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https://www.in.gov/isp/crime-reporting/cold-case-investigations/https://www.newspapers.com/image/126360505/?terms=%22Lowell%20Badger%22&match=1
https://www.newspapers.com/image/126361323/?terms=%22Lowell%20Badger%22&match=1
https://www.newspapers.com/image/580289196/?terms=%22Lowell%20Badger%22&match=1
https://www.newspapers.com/image/90755203...2023-07-1735 minBuried Bylines18. The Disappearance of Theresa Ann Bier16-year-old Theresa Ann Bier disappeared on June 1, 1987. Friends and family say her last moments were likely spent in the Sierra Nevada Mountains on a search for Big Foot. Despite the insane circumstances surrounding her death, Theresa's story is one many people have never heard of and it remains unsolved today.
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https://oag.ca.gov/missing/person/theresa-ann-bierhttps://www.strangeoutdoors.com/mysterious-stories-blog/theresa-ann-bierhttps://www.doenetwork.org/cases/217dfca.htmlhttps://uncovered.com/cases/theresa-bierNewspaper archives: The Fresno Bee2023-07-1039 minBuried Bylines17. Who killed Mary Ann Higginbotham and Tim Willoughby?In 1979, the body of Mary Ann Higginbotham was found in a 55-gallon drum in White Lick Creek in Mooresville, Indiana. She was shot in the back of the head. Her boyfriend, Timothy Willoughby also went missing at the same time. Willoughby’s body has never been found, but police believe he died the same day as Mary Ann. Who killed them? And why?
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https://www.in.gov/isp/crime-reporting/cold-case-investigations/cold-cases-by-county/indianapolis-district-investigations/mary-ann-higginbotham-06051979/
https://www.in.gov/isp/crime-reporting/cold-case-investigations/cold-cases-by-county/indianapolis-district-investigations/timothy-willoughby-06051979/
https://namus.nij.ojp.gov...2023-07-0335 minBuried Bylines16. The Murder of William BlodgettAfter 14 years of questions and agonizing pain, a New Mexico family got heartbreaking confirmation of their worst fear... William "Bill" Blodgett was dead. The 69-year-old had gone missing in the days before Christmas of 2008. Police searched in and around Bill's home but couldn't find enough evidence to close the case. Nearly 15 years later, a suspect decided to come forward and take responsibility for Bill's disappearance and subsequent death. Megan walks us through the shocking confession and startling details of the murder.
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https://www.krqe.com/news/investigations/he-was-a-good-man-guilt-ridden-roswell-man-confesses-to-killing-landlord-in-2008/
https...2023-06-2630 minBuried Bylines15. The Murder of Skylea Carmack with Kayla SullivanThis week we welcome our third guest to the podcast. Our friend and former colleague, Kayla Sullivan, joins us to discuss the shocking murder of 10-year-old Skylea Carmack in Grant County, Indiana. Kayla spent a full week continuously covering this case in Gas City as it turned from the search for a missing girl to a murder investigation. Kayla shares firsthand stories of community search parties, candlelight vigils, plus exclusive interviews with neighbors and members of Skylea's family.
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https://www.childsafe-sa.org/resources/know-the-10-signs-of-child-abuse/
https://www.childwelfare.gov/p...2023-06-1948 minBuried Bylines14. The Monical's MurderIn March of 1989, two employees at the Monical's Pizza in Danville, Illinois were closing up shop when a man came in for a last-minute order. The two staffers were then shot in the head and left for dead. Miraculously, one of the victims survived the shooting and would go on to identify and testify against his attacker. Thanks to one of our listeners, we know that the suspect was already in jail for an unrelated crime. Without that minor violation, it's likely this murder case would've gone unsolved. 2023-06-1231 minBuried Bylines13. Natalia Barnett: The Real Life Orphan?Is she a six-year-old orphan or a 'con artist' adult? This week we're diving head first into one of the strangest cases we've ever covered. In 2019, an Indiana couple was charged with neglect after leaving the young girl they adopted in an apartment alone... before moving out of the country. Before the Barnett's fled to Canada, they legally changed Natalia's age from 8 to 22. The couple also claims that Natalia threatened to kill their family, even standing over their beds in the middle of the night. Mallory and Megan covered this case in real time during their stint in local...2023-06-0548 minBuried Bylines12. The Murder of Charles "Chip" FlynnIn 1989, Charles "Chip" Flynn was found shot in a Florida citrus grove. He had been hanging out with his ex-girlfriend, who claims the duo had been robbed and carjacked by a black man. Despite inconsistent details in what happened that night and an uncertain line-up, Kim Hallock identified Crosley Green as the alleged shooter. The state of Florida took the questionable case against Green and ran with it. They were determined to get "their guy" behind bars even if that meant coercing witnesses and failing to turn over evidence. Green spent decades in prison before his case was overturned...2023-05-2942 minBuried Bylines11. The Mysterious Death of Garnet GinnThis week we’re diving into one of Indiana’s oldest cold cases. In 1950, high school teacher Garnet Ginn was found dead in her garage. Her body was discovered hanging from the handle of her car door. Police immediately wrote it off as suicide, ignoring glaring physical evidence including blood spatter at the scene. Garnet’s family refused to believe their daughter would take her own life. Thanks to an independent investigation from a local newspaper, Garnet’s death was later determined a homicide. To this day, it has never been solved.
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https...2023-05-2244 minBuried Bylines10. The Disappearance of Amiah Robertson with Angela BrauerWe're back with a very special guest! This week our friend and former colleague, Angela Brauer joins us to talk about the 2019 disappearance of 8-month-old Amiah Robertson in Indianapolis. This was a case the three of us continuously covered during our time in the newsroom. Despite having evidence, a timeline, and eyewitness accounts, investigators have yet to locate the baby girl's body. Meanwhile, Amiah's mother and her ex-boyfriend are awaiting trial in her presumed death.
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https://www.wthr.com/article/news/crime/mother-of-missing-baby-amiah-robertson-arrested-for-neglect-dependent/531-1d412182-25f7-4ecd-ba8a-8e1450...2023-05-1539 minBuried Bylines9. The Murder of Amanda DaviesFresh off her first college spring break in 1992, Amanda Davies was excited to develop photos from her trip. As soon as she returned to her Michigan home, she headed right back out the door to show off her pictures to some friends, but this time she never came home. Two weeks later, Amanda’s body was found brutally murdered and dumped under a highway overpass. In the year that followed, her family, friends and community endured a chilling murder investigation and trial that left an unforgettable mark on the case which is still unsolved to this day.
2023-05-0850 minBuried Bylines8. The Sumter County DoesFor 45 years, two murder victims in rural South Carolina were left unidentified. Police and the public were only able to refer to them as Jock and Jane Doe, making it nearly impossible to solve their crime. In 2021, thanks to advancements in DNA testing, the duo were finally given their names back. However, the 1976 murders of Pamela Buckley and James Freund are still unsolved today. No one even knows how the duo knew each other and ended up hundreds of miles away from their respective hometowns.
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https://www.theitem.com/stories/names-of-sumter-countys-1976...2023-05-0128 minBuried Bylines7. The Beheading of Phuong TranImagine being in middle school and finding out that someone in your neighborhood was found dead in their car. Not only that, but they were DECAPITATED. It would probably give you nightmares for the rest of your childhood, right? Well, it actually happened to Mallory, and it may be the very catalyst for her true crime obsession. This week, we're unraveling the 2005 cold case murder of Phuong Tran in Holt, Michigan.
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https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1537056/posts
https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1545311/posts
https://www.newspapers.com...2023-04-2434 minBuried Bylines6. The Ant Hill Kids CultIt's our first cult case, but we promise it won't be our last! This week Megan takes a terrifying deep dive into a Canadian doomsday cult. Its members were forced to do things like break their own legs with hammers, all because they believed they would be saved from the end of the world. This stuff is bananas, even for the '70s, and it went on for more than a decade. How in the world did this sinister cult case not blow up?!
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https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/murder/roch-theriault-the-horrifying-savagery-home-surgery-of-canadas-most-violent-cult-leader2023-04-1729 minBuried Bylines5. The Murder of Samantha Ritchie with Pat EnrightGuys, we have a guest!! For our fifth episode we are joined by Pat Enright, who spent more than two decades in the news industry working in the Dayton, Ohio market. We asked Pat to pick the case that stood out to him the most over his 23-year career. After researching the murder of Samantha Ritchie, we can understand why it made such an impact. The 4-year-old girl was initially reported missing in the summer of 1995. Following days of dedicated search parties, the young girl was found brutally beaten to death and buried in a shallow grave filled with...2023-04-1045 minBuried Bylines4. The Speedway BombingsEpisode four is a hometown case for Megan with a unique personal tie. The Speedway bombings were a series of eight random bombings that occurred over the span on six days in September of 1978. The bombs were placed in trash bins, parking lots and even under a police car. 27-year-old Brett Kimberlin was arrested and convicted for the bombings, but the investigation into the political activist only led to further speculation for police. After hearing this story, you'll wonder how this case was not all over national news. As we explain there were two separate crime stories that stole...2023-04-0324 minBuried Bylines3. The Disappearance of Najah FerrellIn our third episode Mallory covers the disappearance of Najah Ferrell, a mother of five who vanished on her way to work. A month after she went missing, fisherman found Najah’s severed foot in a pond more than 100 miles away. Despite a huge break in the investigation, there has never been an arrest or even a person of interest in Najah’s case. Where is she? What happened to her? And how did her case not blow up?
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https://people.com/crime/najah-ferrell-giving-indiana-mom-missing-more-than-2-weeks/
https://www.wishtv.com/news...2023-03-2732 min
Buried Bylines2. The Murders of Gabby Petito & Savanna LaFontaine-GreywindFor our second episode we decided to trade-off on the story telling of cases. Megan examines a disappearance that took over timelines in the summer of 2021. Gabby Petito's case is something we covered extensively in our own newsroom. Why did Gabby's disappearance go global? Together, Megan and Mallory discuss the viral murder investigation while diving into TikTok theories. At the same time, Megan walks through the disappearance and murder of Savanna LaFontaine-Greywind, an indigenous woman from North Dakota whose case only seemed to gain traction after her lifeless body was found in the Red River.
2023-03-2034 min
Buried Bylines1. Delphi Murders & Flora ArsonIn the first episode of "Buried Bylines," Mallory and Megan are breaking down two of the biggest cases they covered while working in Indianapolis as local news producers. Mallory walks us through the complex timeline and evidence in the murders of two teenaged girls in Delphi, Indiana. Megan then takes a deep dive into the Flora arson case, a tragic house fire ending the lives of four young girls just three months before the Delphi murders. Each of these tragic incidents happened in the same county and were handled by the same police force. One of the cases continues...2023-03-131h 41
Buried BylinesBuried Bylines Podcast TrailerBuried Bylines is a new true crime podcast brought to you by two former television news producers. Together, Megan DeLucenay and Mallory Wilson are taking their years of newsroom experience to examine true crime cases through a new lens. The duo aims to spotlight lesser-known cases and ensure they get the recognition they deserve while also examining why some cases seemingly blow up in the media. The first episode of Buried Bylines drops on Monday, March 13th.2023-02-2201 min