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Morbidology316: Linda StoltzfoosIn the quiet farmlands of Pennsylvania, the Amish live by tradition - peaceful, close-knit, and untouched by much of the outside world. But when one of their own didn’t come home one Sunday, that peace was broken. What followed would draw their tight community into a search unlike anything they’d ever faced.SPONSORS -AquaTru: Join 98% of customers who say their drinking water is cleaner, safer, & healthier! Use code “MORBIDOLOGY” for 20% off at: https://aquatru.comAir Doctor: Get noticeably cleaner & healthier air with up to $300 off with pr...2025-07-0746 min
Morbidology312: The Zhou FamilyBrooklyn’s Sunset Park is a tight-knit neighbourhood, where families share meals, traditions, and the quiet rhythm of daily life. But on one October night in 2013, that quiet was shattered—when blood-curdling screams echoed down 57th Street, piercing the stillness and drawing neighbours to their windows.SPONSORS -Nutrafol: Find out why Nutrafol is the best-selling hair growth supplement brand. Get $10 off with promo code “MORBIDOLOGY” at: https://nutrafol.com/FUM: Head to https://www.tryfum.com/MORBIDOLOGY and use promo code MORBIDOLOGY to kick your bad habit today!...2025-06-0933 min
Morbidology309: BIll & Opal ArnoldIn 1958, Omaha, Nebraska, was a city of quiet neighbourhoods and steady lives. But behind one front door, a teenager harboured a secret so dark it would shatter his family—and stun the entire community. What no one knew was that the story was far from over.SPONSORS -Nutrafol: Find out why Nutrafol is the best-selling hair growth supplement brand. Get $10 off with promo code “MORBIDOLOGY” at: https://nutrafol.com/Salt River Therapy: Are you feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges? At Salt River Therapy, their therapists provide you with a...2025-05-1949 min
Morbidology308: Benjamin CerveraOn the morning of August 17, 2021, the emergency room at Methodist Children’s Hospital in San Antonio, Texas, was bustling with the usual chaos of a busy hospital. Nurses rushed between patients, doctors consulted charts, and worried parents lingered by their children’s bedsides. Then, the doors burst open. A little boy was rushed inside—his body frail, his skin bruised, his breath shallow. He was barely clinging to life…SPONSORS -FUM: Head to https://www.tryfum.com/MORBIDOLOGY and use promo code MORBIDOLOGY to kick your bad habit today...2025-05-1248 min
Morbidology307: Russell Hill & Carol ClayThe Wonnangatta Valley is as beautiful as it is remote, a vast expanse of wilderness nestled deep in Victoria’s High Country. It’s the kind of place where people go to disappear—sometimes by choice, sometimes not. When experienced campers Russell Hill and Carol Clay vanished without a trace in March 2020, their disappearance left behind more questions than answers.SPONSORS -Lumo: If bloating is something you deal with—afer meals, while traveling, or even just out ofnowhere—Debloat by Lumo can help. Get 15% off with code "MORBIDOLOGY" or click this...2025-05-051h 01
Morbidology306: The Kasten FamilyAt the St. Charles County 911 dispatch centre, the holiday season had brought an unusually calm night on one of the final days of 2018. But just before midnight, that all changed. A frantic and desperate call came through. Screaming, loud pops in the background and then a single chilling phrase – “he has a gun.”Sponsors -Nutrafol: This Mother’s Day, consider Nutrafol – the best-selling hair growth supplement. Use promo code “MORBIDOLOGYGIFT” at: http://nutrafol.com/Acorns Early: Teach children about savings and budging with the money app and debit card f...2025-04-2850 min
Morbidology304: Monika BeerleThe East Village in the late 1980s was a world of its own—gritty, chaotic, and teeming with eccentric characters. Among them was Daniel Rakowitz, a self-proclaimed prophet who roamed the streets with his pet rooster, spouting bizarre religious doctrines. Most dismissed him as just another neighborhood oddball. But behind his rambling sermons and vacant stare lurked something far more sinister.When his friends and acquaintances began hearing whispers of a horrific crime—one so grotesque it seemed impossible to be true—those whispers soon turned into a shocking reality.SPONSORS - FUM: ...2025-04-1449 min
Morbidology301: Jeanine Grinsell & Laurie McKennaIn the 1980s, Carolands Mansion sat abandoned in the hills of Hillsborough, California. Once a grand estate commissioned by the heiress to the Pullman railway fortune, it had since become a haunted house of sorts. But in 1985, something inside its decaying walls proved that monsters are all too real.SPONSORS -Nutrafol: Start your hair growth journey with Nutrafol. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping with the code MORBIDOLOGY at: https://nutrafol.com/Salt River Ther...2025-03-2443 min
Morbidology300: Robert HolohanOn the evening of 4 January, 2005, the quiet townload of Ballyedmond in Midleton, Ireland, was thrown into turmoil. An 11-year-old boy had vanished and his BMX was found against a bush not too far from his home… SPONSORS - Nutrafol: Start your hair growth journey with Nutrafol. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping with the code MORBIDOLOGY at: https://nutrafol.com/Acorns Early: Teach children about savings and budging with the money app and debit card for...2025-03-1749 min
Morbidology298: Sharon LopatkaSharon Lopatka’s husband didn’t think anything of it when she told him she was travelling out of state to visit friends. However, everything changed when he found what appeared to be a suicide note she had penned. When detectives got involved, their investigation would send them to the dark underbelly of the then-burgeoning internet.SPONSORS -BetterHelp: Give online therapy a try with 10% off and be on your way to being your best self at: https://betterhelp.com/morbidologyQuip: It’s time to take control of your...2025-03-0339 min
Morbidology296: Matthew CecchiBill Kasilo was in his van listening to the radio in the campsite at Oceanside Harbour, California, on the night of 14 November, 1998. It was a quiet night, but that stillness was shattered by a deafening scream. Bill followed the source of the sound to the nearby public restroom. What he encountered was a scene straight out of a horror movie….SPONSORS -SKIMS - The Fits Everybody collection lives up to the name—you’ll wonder why you waited so long! Shop SKIMS Fits Everybody collection at SKIMS.com and in SKIMS stores...2025-02-1757 min
Morbidology294: The Mandan MassacreJustin Brockheim pulled up outside the RJR Maintenance and Management in Mandan, North Dakota, just before 7:30AM on the 1st of April, 2012, to begin his shift. He stepped into the building, anticipating to see his boss already at work – he was normally the first one there. But this morning would be anything other than ordinary.SPONSORS -Nutrafol: Start your hair growth journey with Nutrafol. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping with the code MORBIDOLOGY at: https://nutrafol.com/2025-02-0355 min
Morbidology293: The Urdanivia ChildrenOne October afternoon in 1959, an apartment building owner in Allentown, Pennsylvania, noticed the unsettling smell of gas seeping into the hallways. As he traced it to one unit, he had no idea the heartbreaking discovery awaiting him inside…SPONSORS -Manscaped: For Valentine's Day, gift him a grooming upgrade he’ll actually be excited about. Get 20% off and free shipping with the code “MORBIDOLOGY” at: https://manscaped.com/Ring Tree: Ring Tree makes it super easy to get a pro business phone. Get 25% off your first month with the code...2025-01-2742 min
Morbidology292: Kendrick LeeIn October 2021, police were dispatched to a home in the suburbs of Houston, Texas. They had received a call from a teenage boy who reported he and his two younger brothers had been abandoned by their mother. The officers expected to find children left to fend for themselves, but when they entered the apartment, the reality was far worse…SPONSORS:Hungry Root: Eat healthier with Hungry Root. Get 40% off your first box PLUS a free item in every box with code "morbidology" at: https://hungryroot.com/morbidologyAlpha Progression:...2025-01-2044 min
Morbidology291: Dorothy MayfieldJust after midnight on September 13, 1990, a security company in Lexington, South Carolina, received an alarm alert from 5037 Sunset Boulevard. Attempts to contact the home’s occupants failed, prompting police to investigate. What they found inside was a horrifying scene that would haunt the town for years. In a place built on tradition and close ties, the crime raised profound questions of justice, family, and forgiveness.SPONSORS:June’s Journey: Do you love a good mystery that keeps you on the edge of your seat? It’s time to download June’s Journey for free...2025-01-1344 min
Morbidology290: Jason ForemanIt was a peaceful day on Shaeffer Street, where the quiet hum of daily life filled the air in this close-knit, working-class neighborhood of Peace Dale, Rhode Island. Families chatted on porches, children played outside, and everyone went about their routines—until the unsettling news broke. Young Jason Foreman was missing. Neighbors quickly set aside their tasks, joining together to search the streets, comb nearby parks, and hold onto hope. Little did they know, the answers lay closer than they could imagine.SPONSORS -SmartLabels: Prepare for the New Year ahead with Sm...2025-01-0646 min
Morbidology286: Katie RackliffWhen detectives discovered the body of a teenage girl killed in a disturbingly brutal manner in Farnborough, England, every instinct pointed them toward a male perpetrator. After the case went cold, there was a twist that defied every expectation…SPONSORS - SmartLabels: Get prepared for fall with SmartLabels. Purchase their QR code labels on Amazon, which are now available in the UK!OneSkin: OneSkin tackles the root causes of aging at the cellular level. Get 15% off with the code “MORBIDOLOGY” at: https://oneskin.co/June’s Journey: 2024-12-0950 min
Morbidology285: John & Pam EdwardsJohn and Pam Edwards were camping in Ocala National Forest, Florida, in February of 1994 when they were befriended by two men who identified themselves as brothers. They seemed friendly enough, but the siblings would soon learn they had ulterior motives…SPONSORS -SmartLabels: Get prepared for fall with SmartLabels. Purchase their QR code labels on Amazon, which are now available in the UK!Manscaped: This holiday season, gift him a grooming upgrade he'll actually be excited about. Get 20% off and free shipping with the code "MORBIDOLOGY" at: https://man...2024-12-0258 min
Morbidology284: Masa VukoticAfter a teenage girl was found bleeding to death in a park in Melbourne, Australia, detectives launched an urgent search for a man seen fleeing the scene. The brutal attack shocked the community, but as investigators scrambled for leads, the city was hit by a series of violent crimes one by one…SPONSORS -SmartLabels: Get prepared for fall with SmartLabels. Purchase their QR code labels on Amazon, which are now available in the UK!Tile: Family-proof your life with Life360’s Tile Trackers. Get 15% off with the code “...2024-11-2547 min
Morbidology283: Theodore CanatisOne night in 1977, police were asked to conduct a welfare check on a man in Midwest City, Oklahoma, who hadn’t been seen in a few days. When they gained access to his apartment, the officers stepped into the middle of what was likened to a slaughterhouse….SPONSORS -SmartLabels: Get prepared for fall with SmartLabels. Purchase their QR code labels on Amazon, which are now available in the UK!Manscaped: This holiday season, gift him a grooming upgrade he'll actually be excited about. Get 20% off and free shipp...2024-11-1840 min
Morbidology282: Isabel CelisSergio Celis went to wake his six-year-old daughter on the morning of the 20th of April, 2012. Isabel had a softball game that morning, but when Sergio entered her room, she was gone. Fear engulfed him as he glanced towards the window, and saw it ajar with the screen bent.SPONSORS -SmartLabels: Get prepared for fall with SmartLabels. Purchase their QR code labels on Amazon, which are now available in the UK!June’s Journey: Do you love a good mystery that keeps you on the edge of you...2024-11-111h 07
Morbidology281: The McElhill FamilyResidents of Lemmy Crescent in Omagh, Northern Ireland, were awoken in the early morning one winter night in November 2007. Their peace was shattered by deafening screams coming from somewhere nearby. As they looked out of their windows, an orange glow illuminated the darkness.SHOW NOTES - https://www.morbidology-the-podcast-281-the-mcelhillsPATREON - https://www.patreon.com/morbidologyYOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/morbidologySPONSORS -June’s Journey: Do you love a good mystery that keeps you on the edge of you...2024-11-0450 min
Morbidology278: Noah TomlinDetectives in Hampton, Virginia, were searching for a missing two-year-old boy in July of 2019. Their suspicions turned to the little boy’s mother when they learned that she had ten children, but almost all of them had been removed from her care.SPONSORS -OneSkin: OneSkin tackles the root causes of aging at the cellular level. Get 15% off with the code "MORBIDOLOGY" at: https://oneskin.co/June's Journey: Do you love a good mystery that keeps you on the edge of your seat? It’s ti...2024-10-1445 min
Morbidology277: Lise FredetteAfter a 74-year-old woman failed to show up for her shift in Walmart in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada, her daughter drove over to her home. She pulled up outside and saw that her car was in the driveway. But as she drew closer, she could see blood on the ground…SPONSORS -Prolon: Prolon is a groundbreaking plant-based nutrition program designed to nourish your body while tricking cells into a fasting state. Get 15% off their five-day nutrition program at: https://prolonlife.com/morbidologyJune’s Journey: Thank you to June’s...2024-10-071h 08
Morbidology276: Elizabeth OltenDetectives were searching for a missing nine-year-old in St. Martin’s, Missouri, in October 2009. Their attention was drawn to what appeared to be some pre-dug graves in the forest close to where she vanished. According to a local teenage girl, she had dug them earlier….SPONSORS:Mochi Health: Start your weight loss journey with Mochi Health, the complete solution tailored specifically to you. Get $40 off when you use code MORBIDOLOGY at: https://joinmochi.com/SmartLabels: Are you wanting to be more organized this fall? SmartLabels is the solution and t...2024-09-301h 04
Morbidology275: Lauren BumpO.P Schnabel Park is located in the northwest of San Antonio, Texas. It was New Year’s Eve of 2013, and a young family were walking back to their car after picnicking in the park. As they neared the parking lot, something unusual caught their eye on the group. It was a shape, barely discernible in the dim light, but it was surrounded by a dark, wet stain…SPONSORS - Mochi Health: Start your weight loss journey with Mochi Health, the complete solution tailored specifically to you. Get $40 off when you use code M...2024-09-2345 min
Morbidology274: Shaun & Delylah TaraIn Redding, California, detectives responded to a report of child abuse, leading them to an apartment on Main Street. Upon arrival, they were horrified to discover a young girl inside a locked vehicle, barely clinging to life. The scene was grim, but as they began their investigation, they soon realized this was just the beginning of a much darker and more complex case that would unravel in the days that followed.SPONSORS -JLo Beauty: JLo Beauty’s Deluxe Kit is the ‘One and Done’ skincare solution clinically proven to tighten and lift f...2024-09-161h 00
Morbidology272: Brandon ChicklisPackard Hill Road is a rural road close to Upper Naukeag lake and Ashburnham State Forest in Ashburnham, Massachusetts. Leanna Roy lived a quiet and peaceful life on this road, but that all changed one night in June 2018. She had awoken to the sounds of blood-curdling screams coming from nearby….SPONSORS - Prolon: Prolon is a groundbreaking plant-based nutrition program designed to nourish your body while tricking cells into a fasting state. Get 15% off their five-day nutrition program at: https://prolonlife.com/morbidologyMagic Mind: Magic Mind is a m...2024-09-021h 02
Morbidology271: Tracey & Pierce WilkinsonThe tranquillity of Norton Road in Stourbridge was abruptly disrupted on the morning of March 30, 2017, by a loud crash. Residents peered out of their windows to find a Land Rover had collided with a stone wall. From the wreckage, a man emerged, covered in blood—though none of it was his own.SPONSORS -Mochi Health: If you’re on a journey to lose weight, it’s time to take a holistic approach with Mochi Health. Use the code “MORBIDOLOGY” to get $40 off at: https://joinmochi.com/Destination Unknown: Forget a...2024-08-2651 min
Morbidology270: Laura DickinsonLaura Dickinson’s friends were becoming concerned after they hadn’t seen her for a couple of days. She was a student at Eastern Michigan University, and people had started to notice a stench coming from her dorm room…SPONSORS -Mochi Health: If you're on a journey to lose ewight, it's time to take a holistic approach with Mochi Health. Use the code "MORBIDOLOGY" to get $40 off at: https://joinmochi.com/Alpha Progression: If you're serious about building muscle, download Alpha Progression. Get 20% off your first payment at: ht...2024-08-1954 min
Morbidology269: Joe Clyde DanielsIt was around 6:30AM when the phone at the 911 dispatch centre in Dickson, Tennessee, buzzed. On the other end of the line was a man. He said that his autistic and non-verbal son had “escaped.”SPONSORS -Prolon: Prolon is a groundbreaking plant-based nutrition program designed to nourish your body while tricking cells into a fasting state. Get 10% off their five-day nutrition program at: https://prolonlife.com/morbidologyStrictly Stalking: Strictly Stalking is a weekly true crime podcast exploring true stalking stories from survivors - in their own words...2024-08-121h 00
Morbidology268: Vonne McGlynnIn Reynella, a suburb of Adelaide, South Australia, detectives were investigating the mysterious disappearance of an elderly woman. She hadn’t been seen for a couple of days, and alarm bells rang when there was an attempt to access her bank account. This suspicious activity sent the detectives down a dark path of greed and deceit.SPONSORS:Whatever Mystery Box: If you find that life is too predictable, this is the box for you! Use code "morbidology" to get $10 off your first box at: https://iwantwhatever.com/Ka...2024-08-0556 min
Morbidology267: The Huntsman BabiesDarren West had just been released after serving a nine year sentence in prison. On the 12th of April, 2014, he was clearing out the home he had previously lived in with his wife and children. In the garage, he came across a box wrapped up in duct tape. What he found would horrify the entire community of Pleasant Grove, Utah, and the rest of the world. SPONSORS:Whatever Mystery Box: If you find that life is too predictable, this is the box for you! Use code "morbidology" to get $10 off y...2024-07-291h 03
Morbidology264: Katie KenyonThe strange text messages from Katie Kenyon began on the morning of the 22nd of April. She told her children she needed to go away for a while, and that their fathers would be taking care of them. When her family tried to reach out, her mobile phone went straight to voicemail…SPONSORS -FÜM: Start the Good Habit at https://tryfum.com/morbidology to save 10% off the Journey Pack today.Kalm with Kava: This is the ultimate relaxation drink crafted from the finest kava root. En...2024-07-0844 min
Morbidology261: Ashling MurphyOn the afternoon of January 12, 2022, two women were jogging along the Grand Canal in Tullamore, Ireland. Just ahead of them, they noticed a mountain bike leaning against the bushes along the towpath. As they approached, they could discern a man crouched over a woman in the bushes; she was thrashing her legs in desperation.SPONSORS -June’s Journey: The objective of this murder-mystery game is to find objects that are hidden within beautiful, colorful and carefully crafted scenes. Download June’s Journey for free on the Apple app store and Google Play...2024-06-171h 07
Morbidology258: Alfie SteeleThe tranquil streets of Droitwich, nestled in the historic county of Worcester, England, were thrust into the spotlight on the 18th of February, 2021. That afternoon, a distressing phone call pierced the calm, as a woman dialed emergency services to report a harrowing discovery: her son, unresponsive, lying in the bathtub.SPONSORS -EZ Melts: EZ Melts are fast-melting, sugar free wonders that dissolve on your tongue, giving you all the essential nutrients in a package that tastes like a treat. Receive a free 3 month supply of Vitamin D3 with your first order a...2024-05-2758 min
Morbidology256: Brenda PowellMichelle Gaffney was at work at the University of Mount Union in Ohio on the 3rd of March, 2020, when she received a message from a parent of a student. When Michelle called back, she could hear loud thumps in the background along with a deafening scream....SPONSORS -ZocDoc: Zocdoc is the only free app that lets you find and book doctors who are patient reviewed, take your insurance & are available when you need them. To find a & book a top rated doctor today. Visit: https://zocdoc.com/morbidology2024-05-1359 min
Morbidology255: Eli HartPolice in Orono, Minnesota, received a report of a vehicle on the road with a smashed back windscreen and a missing tyre on the 20th of May, 2022. When officers responded to the scene and pulled the car over, they immediately noticed blood in the back seat, and on the driver’s hands…SPONSORS:EZ Melts: EZ Melts are fast-melting, sugar free wonders that dissolve on your tongue, giving you all the essential nutrients in a package that tastes like a treat. Receive a free 3 month supply of Vitamin D3 with your first order...2024-05-0645 min
Morbidology253: Thad Phillips & Christian SteinerThad Phillips was asleep on his couch in Baraboo, Wisconsin, on the night of July 29, 1995. In the haze of half-sleep, he suddenly became aware of somebody lifting him. He thought that it was his father taking him to bed, but when he emerged from his daze, he found himself standing outside, with an older teenage boy standing before him.SPONSORS -Winona: Winona is a network of OBGYN health professionals that provide physician-prescribed bioidentical HRT. Get 25% off your firsrt order with promo code "MORBIDOLOY" at: https://bywinona.com/morbidology...2024-04-2250 min
Morbidology252: Crystal McDowellHurricane Harvey made landfall in Texas on August 25, 2017, unleashing widespread devastation along the Gulf Coast. In the days and weeks that followed, rescue missions were taking place, but amidst these, it became apparent that a woman had disappeared. However, detectives didn’t believe her disappearance was connected to the storm….SPONSORS -ZocDoc: Zocdoc is the only free app that lets you find and book doctors who are patient reviewed, take your insurance & are available when you need them. To find a & book a top rated doctor today. Visit: https://zocdoc.com/morbid...2024-04-1547 min
Morbidology246: Takoda CollinsUpon receiving a call regarding an unresponsive child in Dayton, Ohio, detectives promptly arrived at the home from which the call originated. Despite the outward appearances of tidiness within the home, they were horrified upon inspecting the attic. Evidence suggested that somebody had been living there, and a camera had strategically been installed to watch their every move…SPONSORS -4Patriots: In times of uncertainty, it’s crucial to be prepared. Many people worry about the possibility of enduring prolonged periods without essential resources like electricity or even food. Get all...2024-03-041h 00
Morbidology244: Sasha MarsdenOn the night of 31 January, 2013, the smoke alarm started blaring from the Grafton House Hotel in Blackpool. As residents went outside, they could see flames flickering from the alleyway located behind the hotel. What appeared to be a mannequin was ablaze, but as the fire rescinded, it became apparent that it wasn’t a mannequin at all.SPONSORS -ZocDoc: Zocdoc is the only free app that lets you find and book doctors who are patient reviewed, take your insurance & are available when you need them. To find a & book a top ra...2024-02-1945 min
Morbidology243: Sophie CollombetIn the early morning hours of March 28, 2014, Brisbane, Australia experienced stormy weather. As the rain subsided, the homeless community of Kurilpa Park emerged from their shelters. On a nearby bench, some of them noticed what appeared to be a homeless woman. She lay on the bench, clad only in damp newspapers to shield her from the elements.SPONSORS -Truvaga: Are you still grappling with stress and struggling to maintain focus despite making it a New Year's resolution? Truvaga offers a solution. It's a handheld device that stimulates tthe vagus nerve. Get 15...2024-02-1246 min
Morbidology233: Maddy MiddletonSanta Cruz, California, is renowned for its secure, laid-back beach atmosphere. Boasting white sandy beaches and a charming boardwalk, it remains a favoured destination for tourists. It was the peak of summer season in 2015. The city was abuzz with holiday makers, while residential neighbourhoods were filled with children off school for the holidays. On the 25th of July, everything changed, as the entire city’s focus shifted to the search for a missing girl.SPONSORS -UNFOLD: Thank you to UNFOLD for sponsoring this episode! Are you ready to welcome a more ba...2023-12-0447 min
Morbidology221: Anthony AvalosNumerous safeguards are established to protect vulnerable individuals, particularly children. In an ideal world, these systems work the way they are supposed to. Unfortunately, however, the child protection system is infallible, and when it fails, children are the ones left to pay the ultimate price.SPONSORS -Zocdoc: Thank you to Zocdoc for sponsoring this episode! Zocdoc is the only free app that lets you find and book doctors who are patient reviewed, take your insurance & are available when you need them. To find a & book a top rated doctor today, visit...2023-09-1159 min
Morbidology212: Brittany ZimmermannIn times of peril, we rely on police to come to our aid swiftly and effectively when we call the emergency number. These numbers exist to ensure our safety and provide us with a sense of security. However, what happens when they system created to help people fails? In 2008, an incident in Madison, Wisconsin, called into question the reliability of such a system.SPONSORS - Healthycell: Thank you to Healthycell for sponsoring this episode! Healtycell’s REM Sleep gel to ensure a deep and REM sleep. They offer various other products designed wi...2023-07-1051 min
Morbidology166: Lauren Landavazo and Makayla SmithIt was the Friday afternoon before Labour Day weekend in September of 2016. Two teenage girls from Wichita Falls, Texas, were walking home from school. They rounded a corner and entered an alleyway. Moments later, a gold vehicle pulled up in front of them.SPONSORS -Truebill: Thank you to Truebill for sponsoring this episode! It’s time to fight back against scammy subscriptions with Truebill. On average, people save $750. Save today at: https://truebill.com/morbidologyBetterHelp: Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! Is there is something that interferes with your happiness or...2022-08-221h 00
Morbidology159: The Stay FamilyIt was summer of 2014, when there was a knock at the front door of a family’s home in Spring, Texas. A teenage girl opened up the door to see a FedEx delivery driver. She informed him her parents weren’t home and to call back later. He returned sometime later, but this time, he kicked the front door in and barged into the family’s home. The actions of that man inside that home would poignantly illustrate the widespread impact of family violence.SPONSORS -Magic Mind: Thank you to Magic Mind for sponsoring this episod...2022-07-0454 min
Morbidology158: James HutchinsonIt was February of 2021 when a little boy was reported missing in Middleton, Ohio, by his mother and her boyfriend. An extensive and exhaustive search for the little boy commenced, but it wouldn’t take long before somebody made a disturbing confession, a confession that would lead to shockwaves across the nation and across social media. SPONSORS -Gymondo: Thank you to Gymondo for sponsoring this episode! Gymondo is an online fitness & well-being platform. Start a 14 day free trial & get 50% off your annual membership with the promo code “morbidology” at: https://bit.ly/gymondo-morbidologyBest F...2022-06-2745 min
Morbidology155: Tricia ToddHobe Sound is an exurban area located near West Palm Beach in Florida. People are drawn to the area by its pristine beaches and unspoiled parks. In 2016, however, residents of the quaint area would come together to search for a missing woman. The woman had kept a detailed journal, and this journal would bring to the forefront of the investigation some very suspicious characters, including a violence-prone ex-husband, a potential new boyfriend, and an obsessive ventriloquist.SOONSORS -Ana Luisa: Thank you to Ana Luisa for sponsoring this episode! Make Mom’s Day and treat her to...2022-06-0653 min
Morbidology152: Mackenzie LueckIt was June of 2019 when a young woman vanished after getting off a flight from Los Angeles, California, to Salt Lake City, Utah. Investigation would uncovered that she had ordered a Lyft from the airport, but it didn’t take her back home. Instead, she was driven to a local park in the dead of the night.SPONSORS -Truebill: Thank you to Truebill for sponsoring this episode! It’s time to fight back against scammy subscriptions with Truebill. On average, people save $750. Save today at: https://truebill.com/morbidologyGymondo: Thank you to Gymo...2022-05-1645 min
Morbidology149: Maddox LawrenceIt was the 20th of February, 2016, when Morgan Lawrence received a peculiar text message from her husband, Ryan Lawrence. He had been scheduled to pick her up from work with their young daughter but the text message strangely read that the car would be waiting for her outside with the keys inside. When she arrived home, her husband and daughter were nowhere to be seen…SPONSORS -June’s Journey: Thank you to June’s Journey for sponsoring this episode! The objective of this murder-mystery game is to find objects that are hidden within beautiful, colorful and ca...2022-04-2557 min
Morbidology147: Mujey DumbuyaMujey Dumbuya and her family had come to the United States for pastures greener. After their home country of Sierra Leonne became embroiled in civil war, they thought that United States would be a place of safety. In 2018, however, Mujey vanished after leaving her home to catch a bus to school in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Fear immediately encompassed her family, even more so because she had been scheduled to testify against a man that she had accused of sexually abusing her.SPONSORS -Reset: Thank you to Reset for sponsoring this episode! It can be difficult...2022-04-1146 min
Morbidology146: Joleen CummingsIn spring of 2018, a mother of three vanished from Hilliard in Florida. According to her estranged husband, she was probably off “on a bender somewhere.” However, as an investigation was launched, two suspicious people from within the woman’s life emerged, ultimately leading to a grim conclusion.SPONSORS -Vodacast: Thank you to Vodacast for sponsoring this episode! Vodacast is a brand new podcast app. What sets it apart is that they provide deeper, digital stories. You can listen to your favorite podcast while immersing yourself in some bonus content from that episode: https://vodacast.com/2022-04-041h 03
Morbidology145: Sylvie CachaySoHo House Hotel is a members-only hotel located in the heart of New York City. It’s long been a playpen for the rich and famous. While it’s not the sort of hotel where grisly acts occur, in December of 2010, a guest would complain of water leaking from the ceiling. Hotel management went to investigate and what they found in the hotel room directly above would shatter the idyl of the celebrity hotspot.SPONSORS -Current: Thank you to Current for sponsoring this episode! With Current, you can spend, save and manage your money all from...2022-03-2849 min
Morbidology144: The Pittsfield MurdersPittsfield is located right in the heart of the Berkshires in Massachusetts. While it’s the largest city in Berkshire County, the city has a real laid-back atmosphere. In 2011, Pittsfield was hit hard by Hurricane Irene, and in the aftermath, it was noticed that three well-known men, two of whom were vulnerable, had vanished from their apartment. Suspicions would immediately be aroused, and these suspicions would only intensify when it was discovered that one of the men was scheduled to testify against a high-ranking member of the Hells Angels.SPONSORS -Fortunately: Thank you to Fortunately fo...2022-03-2159 min
Morbidology143: Melissa Huggins JonesIn May of 2016, a newly-divorced mother-of-two moved to Raleigh, North Carolina, to start afresh. Instead, however, she would find herself the victim of a random and chilling crime, a crime that struck fear into the heart of the community. The case became a disturbing reminder that sometimes, people will do anything for money, and sometimes, you can become a victim in the sanctity of your own home.SPONSORS -Fortunately: Thank you to Fortunately for sponsoring this episode! Life happens, but not randomly. Fortunately runs the numbers so that you can save money and life your...2022-03-141h 06
Morbidology142: Jose PerezIt was around 6AM the 16th of June, 2013, when a man who was recovering from open heart surgery came across a grisly scene as he was talking an early morning walk on Old Bayleaf Road near the reservoir in Raleigh, North Carolina.SPONSORS -Fortunately: Thank you to Fortunately for sponsoring this episode! Life happens, but not randomly. Fortunately runs the numbers so that you can save money and life your best life with confidence. Start saving towards a better future today: https://fortunately.io/morbidologyBetterHelp: Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this...2022-03-0759 min
Morbidology141: Grace PackerAbington Township is a safe, close-knit community located in the first-ring suburb of Pennsylvania. There’s around 55,000 residents, mostly drawn to the area due to its accessibility, affordability and diversity. In 2016, a teenage girl was reported missing in Abington Township. The investigation would be hampered by her adoptive mother’s reluctance to assist investigators. This only begged the question: did she know more than she was letting on?SPONSORS -MEL Science: Thank you to MEL Science for sponsoring this episode! MEL Science is a subscription service that offers amazing monthly science boxes for kids. Use the...2022-02-281h 01
Morbidology140: Bung SiriboonIt’s estimated that around 35,000 Australians go missing each year. That’s a startling one every 15 minutes. More than half of those that go missing are under 18-years-old. While the majority turn up after hours, days, weeks or even months, there’s a handful that never turn up again, that vanish without a trace. In summer of 2011, a teenage girl vanished in Boronia, Australia, on the way to school. The subsequent search for the teenage girl would become one of the state’s most baffling cases and led to many in the nation questioning whether a dormant child predator had come bac...2022-02-2149 min
Morbidology139: Sasha KrauseIn January of 2020, a young woman within the Mennonite community vanished from outside the Mennonite Church in Farmington, New Mexico. The investigation would lead directly to a man within the United States Army, a man who had been harboring ominous sentiments about those in the religion.SPONSORS -Sambucol: Thank you to Sambucol for sponsoring this episode! Sambucol makes you feel better with powerful immune support, powered by nature’s superfruit: black elderberry. Get 15% off with code MORBID15 at: https://sambucolusa.com/Hunt a Killer: Thank you to Hunt a Killer for sponsoring this ep...2022-02-1454 min
Morbidology138: Sterling KoehnIn 2017, paramedics and police rushed to an apartment in Alta Vista, Iowa, after receiving a report of a unresponsive baby. When they arrived, the stench that emanated in the air only indicated the horrors that they would find. They were led to a darkened room where their eyes transfixed to a figure in the corner, a figure that they soon realised was a little baby boy motionless in a powered swing seat.SPONSORS -Sambucol: Thank you to Sambucol for sponsoring this episode! Sambucol makes you feel better with powerful immune support, powered by nature’s su...2022-02-0758 min
Morbidology137: Jacob IndWoodland Park is a city located just a 20 minute drive up the Ute Pass from the picturesque Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States. The convenient mountain enclave is known as The City Above the Clouds and is the perfect location for those who love to be in the great outdoors. In 1992, the city would be rocked by a shocking double murder, a double murder that would be discovered when a teenage boy came into school to confess to his role.SPONSORS -Cerebral: Thank you to Cerebral for sponsoring this episode! Cerebral is an online mental health...2022-01-311h 07
Morbidology136: Lisa Marie NaegleLisa Marie Naegle had always dreamed of becoming a reality star. In 2010, she hoped these dreams would materialize when she was selected to compete in the controversial reality show, Bridalplasty. The show, however, was hit with much criticism and Lisa would return home to California and continue with her average life. In 2016, however, Lisa made the headlines across the nation when she vanished under very peculiar circumstances.SPONSORS -Sambucol: Thank you to Sambucol for sponsoring this episode! Sambucol makes you feel better with powerful immune support, powered by nature’s superfruit: black elderberry. Get 15% off wi...2022-01-2442 min
Morbidology135: Heather BogleClyde is a small city located in Ohio, in the United States. It’s a tight-knit city with a small population and civic pride among the residents. The crime rate in Clyde is extremely low but in Spring of 2015, this quaint city would be rocked by an extremely heinous crime that began to unravel following a gruesome discovery in a car park. The tense investigation into the murder would prove that sometimes, those in charge of murder cases can be extremely corrupt and can sometimes botch or taint an investigation and sometimes, even put their own career before the life of...2022-01-171h 03
Morbidology134: Jeremiah ValenciaIn early 2018, an inmate at Santa Fe County Jail heard some grisly details from a fellow inmate. It was a confession, a confession that her son had been murdered. Rumours in jail and prison can be rife but an investigation would uncover that this was certainly more than just a rumour.SPONSORS -Sambucol: Thank you to Sambucol for sponsoring this episode! Sambucol makes you feel better with powerful immune support, powered by nature’s superfruit: black elderberry. Get 15% off with code MORBID15 at: https://sambucolusa.com/Quip: Thank you to Quip for sponsoring th...2022-01-101h 02
Morbidology133: Samantha JosephsonIn March of 2019, a young woman vanished after leaving a bar in Columbia, South Carolina. She had ordered an Uber while standing outside the bar on her own. CCTV footage from outside the bar would capture the young woman entering a vehicle which had pulled up alongside her. By first appearances, it was the Uber that she had ordered. However, by the following morning, the young woman still hadn’t arrived home and an investigation was launched. SPONSORS -Sambucol: Thank you to Sambucol for sponsoring this episode! Sambucol makes you feel better with powerful immune su...2022-01-031h 06
Morbidology132: Jai, Tyler & Bailey FarquharsonIt was September of 2005 when a man came running up the dam beside the Princes Highway in Victoria, Australia. He was soaking wet and had the look of fear frozen on his face. The man managed to flag down a passing vehicle. He exclaimed that he had crashed his car into the dam and it had sunk to the bottom of the dark and icy waters. He then added that his three children were still inside the car…SPONSORS -Sambucol: Thank you to Sambucol for sponsoring this episode! Sambucol makes you feel better with powerful im...2021-12-271h 04
Morbidology130: Emily LongleyIn 2011, a teenage girl was found dead in bed in Dorset, southwest England. By first appearances, it seemed like this was nothing more than a tragic accident. However, it would be soon be discovered that just days earlier, the teenage girl had complained about having a stalker. Investigators would now need to uncover if something much more sinister had actually transpired.SPONSORS -Incipio: Thank you to Incipio for sponsoring this episode! With up to 12 feet drop protection and integrated MagSafe technology, these phone cases ensure that your phone will always be fully charged and protected...2021-12-1356 min
Morbidology129: Dominic ElkinsIn August of 2013, the young foster child of a couple in Logan, Iowa, was reported missing. The young boy’s older foster brother had come back home after playing outside with the young boy. It was noticed that the older foster brother had blood spattered on his t-shirt. He then relayed a very perplexing and unrealistic situation, a situation that evoked immediate fear.SPONSORS -Smartass & Sass: Thank you to Smartass & Sass for sponsoring this episode! Smartass & Sass provide the most amazing curated subscription boxes for that sassy and sarcastic woman in your life or even as...2021-12-0650 min
Morbidology127: Natalie and Chase DeBlaseTowards the end of November in 2010, a woman walked in to a police station in Louisville, Kentucky, and informed them that two children were dead. The grim revelation led to an extensive search for the two children which spanned across several states.SPONSORS -Phocus: Thank you to Phocus for sponsoring this episode! Phocus is a delicious, health conscious and thoughtfully caffeinated sparkling water. Use code “MORBID” for 20% off your order: https://drinkphocus.com/Füm: Thank you to Füm for sponsoring this episode! Füm is a non-electrical natural inhaler made to receive...2021-11-221h 01
Morbidology125: Scott GuyFeilding is a town located in the Manawatu District of the North Island of New Zealand. The town is known for its outstanding beauty and has won the title of New Zealand’s “most beautiful town” 14 times. It’s an Edwardian themed town with picturesque red-bricked pavements. The area surrounding the town is mostly farmland and at parts, can be quite rural. In 2010, the murder of a local farmer would grip the community and the outcome of the investigation would completely polarise the area as well as the victim’s family.SPONSORS -How to See a Man Abou...2021-11-0857 min
Morbidology123: Karen BuckleyIt’s estimated that around 2,000 Irish students travel to the United Kingdom each year to further their education. One of the most popular locations to relocate is Scotland because no tuition fees are charged to Irish students because of their EU status. Even with Brexit, this remains the same. One of the students to make the trip to Scotland for a better life was Karen Buckley. However, on a night out with some friends in April of 2015, Karen vanished after saying that she was going to use the bathroom. CCTV footage from outside the nightclub would capture Karen chatting with an...2021-10-2546 min
Morbidology122: Logan TiptonIn December of 2015, Versailles, Kentucky, was preparing for Christmas. Residents had decorated their homes in preparation for the festivities. In the quiet neighbourhood of Gray Street, there was one family home which had lit up in celebration, with decorations a plenty and a Snoopy wearing a Christmas hat standing out front. One morning, however, the community would awake to the terrifying news that somebody had crept into this family’s home armed with a knife. This person’s actions inside that family’s home would strike fear into parents across the world.SPONSORS -Füm: Thank y...2021-10-1849 min
Morbidology121: Karen RistevskiIn summer of 2016, a married mother of one would vanish after leaving her home in Avondale Heights, Melbourne, Australia. The disappearance would immediately baffle investigators and hold the collective attention of the local community as well as the community further afield. Soon enough, bizarre allegations regarding the family’s relationships would be publicized in the media, launching the case into sensationalism.SPONSORS -City of Ghosts Podcast: Thank you to the City of Ghosts Podcast for sponsoring this episode! City of Ghosts is a brand new supernatural, neo-noir mystery podcast set in New York City. Subscribe ac...2021-10-1152 min
Morbidology120: The Griego MurdersIn January of 2013, South Valley in New Mexico and the surrounding area was rocked by an extremely brutal mass murder which had taken place inside a secluded family home. The area would be even more horrified when they discovered who had been the perpetrator of the slaughter and in the aftermath, there be intense media coverage and a massive debate over gun control.SPONSORS -Best Fiends: Thank you to Best Fiends for sponsoring this episode! Engage your brain with this fun puzzle and collect cute monsters along the way. Best Fiends is a free to...2021-10-0452 min
Morbidology109: Portland Train AttackWhen hatred goes unchecked, it can lead to a disaster and tragically, far too often, violent words lead to violent actions. On a busy MAX train in Portland, Oregon, in 2017, a man unleashed a racist and xenophobic attack, mainly aimed at two Muslim teenagers. The perpetrator had been a member of the alt-right movement and had made blatant indications in his words and his actions that he was radicalized. A number of onlookers would come to the girls’ aid but then things took a deadly turn, a turn that would result in innocent people paying the ultimate price.Li...2021-07-191h 51
Morbidology103: Phoenix SinclairIt was early March of 2006 when a 12-year-old boy came forward to police in Winnipeg, Canada, to reveal a disturbing secret. He informed police that his 5-year-old stepsister had been systematically abused and then murdered the year beforehand and then secretly buried. An investigation into his claims would reveal many systemic failures in the system entrusted to protect children.If you would like to see bonus content, check out the digital feed for this episode: http://feed.vodacast.com/48530043/Morbidology/103:%20Phoenix%20SinclairSPONSORS -VODACAST: Thank you to Vodacast for sponsoring this episode...2021-06-071h 03
Morbidology101: Brendan CreatoIt was a pleasant autumn morning in Haddon Township, New Jersey, on 13 October, 2015. The homes along the tree-lined streets of Cooper Street and Virginia Avenue were all decorated in preparation of Halloween. That morning, however, residents awoke to police canvassing the streets and a helicopter hovering overhead. Unbeknownst to the locals, something terrible had transpired in their quiet community overnight, something that would strike fear into the heart of parents across the township.If you would like to see bonus content, check out the digital feed for this episode: http://feed.vodacast.com/46857208/Morbidology/101:%20Brendan%20Creato...2021-05-241h 06
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Morbidology100: Jaliek RainwalkerJaliek Rainwalker was born to a cocaine-addicted, alcoholic mother. He had been moved from pillar to post throughout his childhood, having been in seven foster and adoptive homes. Jaliek seemingly landed on his feet when he was adopted by a couple who had fostered him for two years. However, when Jaliek was 12-years-old, he inexplicably vanished under suspicious circumstances.If you would like to see bonus content, check out the digital feed for this episode: http://feed.vodacast.com/45986146/Morbidology/100:%20Jaliek%20RainwalkerSPONSORS -UNIDRAGON: Thank you to Unidragon for sponsoring this episode! They...2021-05-1755 min
Morbidology99: 1993 Barrie MurdersBarrie is a city in Central Ontario, Canada, which lies along Kempenfelt Bay, an arm of Lake Simcoe, around 55 miles north of the bright lights of Toronto. It’s known as a vibrant commuter town and at one point had even been one of the fastest growing cities in all of Canada. In autumn of 1993, the residents of Barrie would be rocked by a brutal string of murders that would disturb even the most seasoned detectives. The aftereffects of the murders still reverberate today.If you would like to see bonus content, check out the digital feed for th...2021-05-1038 min
Morbidology98: The Damas MurdersIn September of 2009, police in North Naples, Florida, conducted a welfare check on the Damas family after they hadn’t been seen for several days. When police entered the home, they immediately noticed blood pooling in front of a closed door underneath the stairs. They would be met by a particularly gruesome scene which spanned several rooms in the home. The grim discovery would be referred to as the most horrific and violent event the community had ever experienced and the responding officers would require extensive counselling in the aftermath.If you would like to see bonus content, ch...2021-05-031h 05
Morbidology96: Rebekah BletschDalton Township is a civil township of Muskegon County. It’s the home of around 8,000 residents and is around 40 miles northwest of the hustle and bustle of Grand Rapids. It was a pleasant summer evening in 2014 when police were alerted to what was initially believed to be a tragic hit-and-run. However, upon closer inspection, it soon became apparent that this certainly wasn’t a hit-and-run.SPONSORS - CRIME JUICY COCKTAIL HOUR: Thank you to Crime Juicy Cocktail Hour for sponsoring this episode! Listen to this weekly true crime podcast across all podcast platforms and like their page...2021-04-191h 08
Morbidology94: Susan PetricWellington, Ohio, is a quaint village around 40 miles south-west of Cleveland surrounded by rolling fields. In 2007, it was the scene of a grisly crime that would cause irreversible damage to a well-known and well-loved family and in the aftermath, would reignite the debate over teenagers and violent videogames.SPONSORS -UNIDRAGON: Thank you to Unidragon for sponsoring this episode! Get premium wooden jigsaw puzzles and use code “dragonb4” for 10% off: https://unidragon.com/BETTERHELP: Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! Is there is something that interferes with your happiness or is preventing you...2021-04-0546 min
Morbidology93: Leigh MatthewsIt was July of 2004 when 21-year-old student, Leigh Matthews, vanished while walking to the parking lot at Bond South Africa University. Before it was even noticed that she was missing, her parents received a very disturbing phone call from somebody claiming that they were holding Leigh hostage and that they had one demand: money.SPONSORS -STEREO APP: Thank you to Stereo App for sponsoring this episode! Join me live each week on the Stereo App: http://stereo.com/morbidologySMILE BRILLIANT: Thank you to Smile Brilliant for sponsoring this episode! Smile Brilliant provides...2021-03-2943 min
Morbidology92: Alianna DeFreezeIt was a cold winter morning in Cleveland, Ohio, when a teenage girl vanished after getting on a public transit bus to take her to school. Her parents didn’t learn she was missing until later on that afternoon. Her disappearance sparked a massive search and would lead to calls for safer streets and for new legislation when it comes to schools reporting children as absent. It would also lead many parents to question if their child was really safe when travelling to school alone and ponder what kind of monsters could be lurking around abandoned buildings.SPONSORS -2021-03-221h 00
Morbidology91: Sierah JoughinIn 1990, a young woman was knocked off her bicycle by a man driving a truck along a lonely Ohio country road. The man attempted to abduct the woman but miraculously, she escaped and flagged down a passing motorist. Almost three decades later, an eerily similar attack would occur along another lonely Ohio country road. This time, however, the young woman wouldn’t be as lucky.SPONSORS - BEST FIENDS: Thank you to Best Fiends for sponsoring this episode! Best Fiends is a free to download app game available on the app store and Google Play.2021-03-151h 02
Morbidology90: Coral BurrowsWairarapa is a small town in New Zealand, which shows its true beauty in spring. Daffodils are dotted throughout the area which is backdropped by the snowy Tararua Ranges. In 2003, a little girl never showed up to class one morning and the community truly bounded together to try and bring her home safely. Her disappearance would reveal a dark underbelly of the town as well as highlight many systemic issues within child protection services as well as the justice system.SPONSORS -BETTERHELP: Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! Is there is something that...2021-03-0855 min
Morbidology50: Yeardley LoveUniversity lacrosse is renowned for its predominately white, privately educated “rich kid” reputation and over the years, it’s the main sport in university that routinely suffers from damaging scandals. These scandals always grip the media, most likely because everybody involved is young, attractive and privileged. But then in May of 2010, the University of Virginia was thrust into the spotlight after a murder revealed the dark underbelly of the far too frequent college culture of binge drinking, male entitlement and violence. SPONSORS -Harrys - Thank you to Harry’s for sponsoring this episode! Harry’s knows that...2020-06-011h 10Morbidology48: Banaz MahmodIn some religions and communities, great weight is placed on the family and its so-called collective honor. To some within these religions and communities, family name and reputation dominates everything else. Sometimes when perceived shame has been brought upon said family, the victim has to pay the ultimate price. In 2006, a Kurdish woman named Banaz Mahmod vanished from her home in London.SPONSORS -BetterHelp –Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! Is there is something that interferes with your happiness or is preventing you from achieving your goals? BetterHelp online counseling is th...2020-05-1853 minMorbidology45: Karina VetranoOne of the greatest fears for a number of women is going for a run while alone. Many women fear that they will become the victim of a sexual assault or worse. Crime statistics show that these kind of attacks are rare and women are more likely to face greater dangers from traffic. However, the fear that they inspire Is very much real, as are smaller scale episodes of harassment or assaults even in well-populated areas. In fact, it’s estimated that 43% of women runners have experienced harassment compared to just 4% of men. But then in 2016, New York City became th...2020-04-271h 04Morbidology44: James Byrd Jr.Jasper is a small timber town around 100 miles northeast of Houston, Texas. It’s a quaint area that holds an annual Butterfly Festival the first October every year. However, in June of 1998, Jasper was rocked by a brutal hate crime that still reverberates across the nation today. As a motorist was arriving at the African American church on Huff Creek Road on the 8th of June, 1998, they were met by a grisly scene. Dumped in front of the church beside the African American cemetery was the mutilated torso of an African American man and a three-mile bloody trail revealed one of...2020-04-201h 19Morbidology43: Yingying ZhangFor parents, their child moving overseas can be most of the most daunting moments of their life. On one hand, they want to give their child the freedom to determine their own fate but on the other hand, it can be a very scary experience, knowing that your child is so far away from home. However, that apprehension is nothing compared to the fear a parent feels when their child disappears while in another country. PODCORN –Thank you to Podcorn for sponsoring this episode! Podcorn is the easiest way for podcasters and brands to collaborate.2020-04-131h 04Morbidology42: Ramsay ScrivoIt was early January of 2014 when a number of trash bags appeared on several rural roads throughout St. Clair County, Michigan, around 50 miles northeast of Detroit. Inside the trash bags were the dismembered remains of a man. The first theory upon discovery was that the gruesome murder was somehow connected to drugs. However, a witness soon came forward to say that they had witnessed a woman estimated to be in her 60s hurling the trash bags from her SUV. Nobody – and I mean nobody – could have ever fathomed the outcome.BEST FIENDS –Thank you to Best Fiends...2020-04-061h 10Morbidology39: Breck BednarOver the past decade and a half, the rise of smartphones and social media has combined, making it all too easy for teenagers to live their lives online. Understandably, many parents worry about what takes place behind the veil of secrecy of the internet. Many wonder if their children are being bullied or talking to people that they shouldn’t be. In Surrey in 2014, the case of Breck Bednar was a chilling reminder of just how dangerous the internet can be.AUDIBLE -Thank you to Audible for sponsoring this episode!Find your new fa...2020-03-1650 minMorbidology37: Sophia and Serena CampioneChildren are among the most vulnerable members within our community and great lengths are taken to protect them at all costs. Adults – especially parents – have a responsibility to protect youngsters and it’s one that isn’t taken lightly. The schoolyard is patrolled by teachers, at the playground, parents watch like hawks, and tiny hands are grasped tightly while out in public. There are also social service systems in place whose sole purpose is to protect children. But sadly, there is no such thing as a perfect system. No society can protect every single child and in 2006 a tragedy in Barrie...2020-03-021h 03Morbidology36: Kaylee SawyerBend is a picturesque former lumber town at the foot of the Cascade Range in Oregon. Over the years, the population of Bend has risen exponentially. People are drawn to the area by its warm climate, its hiking, skiing, fishing, and cycling opportunities as well as its breweries. But in summer of 2016, a string of crimes sent shock waves throughout the town. Even more shocking was that when the perpetrator was arrested, it was revealed that he was involved in the disappearance of a young woman. SACRED BLOSSOM TEA -Thank you to Sacred Blossom Tea...2020-02-2457 minMorbidology35: Joe & Joy PittmanIt was around 1:40AM on the 28th of November, 2001, when firefighters in Chester, South Carolina, were alerted to a fire in a home on Slick Rock Road. When they arrived on the scene, they initially, believed that the home was empty. However, after extinguishing the flames, they found the bodies of 66-year-old Joe Pittman and his wife, 62-year-old Joy, in their bed on the second floor. They were informed by neighbors that the couple’s 12-year-old grandson, Christopher Pittman, had been living with them for the past three weeks. However, Christopher was nowhere to be found. The couple’s black Niss...2020-02-1747 minMorbidology33: Leanne TiernanThe 2000 disappearance of teenager Leanne Tiernan from Bramley, Leeds, sparked one of the largest manhunts in West Yorkshire Police’s History. During the painstaking search, police officers visited more than 10,000 homes and scoured almost 40 drains. Leanne’s disappearance led to a first in British criminal investigation and unmasked a prolific sexual predator known locally as the Pet Man. PANDIA HEALTH - Thank you to Pandia Health for sponsoring this episode! Buy birth control online and get affordable pills, patch or ring delivered right at your door. $5 off with promo code: morbidology - https://www.pand...2020-02-0347 min