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Chardonnay & DNAS3 Ep117: Names are confusingThere’s no excuse this week. Rachael is just a forgetful human. On this weeks episode Rachael covers an Innocence Project case that didn’t go as planned.
There will be no episode next week!
2022-07-2047 minChardonnay & DNAS3 Ep116: Chaotic YogaIt is Wednesday, my dudes… and that’s because Rachael forgot to press publish on Audioboom.
On this weeks episode, Becky tells us another story that leaves us with more questions than answers.
2022-07-131h 12Chardonnay & DNAS3 Ep115: Becky Needs Answers (and so do we!)On this weeks episode, Rachael covers a hometown case that leaves us needing answers.
2022-07-0550 minChardonnay & DNAS3 Ep114: The office shitter strikes againA double murder, a disappearance, DNA, and a...cult? This episode has it all, folks! Becky introduces Rachael to a little game called "Siblings or dating?" and then takes us on a wild ride to find Baby Holly.
Sources
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2022/01/12/houston-couples-remains-identified-but-their-baby-still-missing/9184877002/
https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2022/06/10/baby-holly-alive-texas-cold-case/
https://www.deseret.com/u-s-world/2022/6/14/23165766/baby-holly-who-is-she-where-has-she-been-what-happened-tina-gail-linn-clouse-harold-dean-clouse-jr
https://www.cnn.com/2022/06/09/us/missing-daughter-found-alive/index.html
https://www.npr.org/2022/06/10/1104119057/baby-holly-found-alive-over-40-years-after-parents-turned-up-dead-in-houston
https://apnews.com/article/f9b29c053b08bfadf555295d97708ad5
https://nypost.com/2022/06/13/murder-of-baby-hollys-parents-linked-to-christ-family-cult/
2022-06-201h 08Chardonnay & DNAS3 Ep113: Cold Blooded Turkey KillerOn this weeks episode, Rachael tells a mostly happy story of a family reuniting.
2022-06-1441 minChardonnay & DNAS3 Ep110: The One With All The DisappointmentsOn this weeks episode Becky regales us all with her Paul Holes experience!
Rachael discusses the murder of Deana Lynne Bowdoin, and the recent execution of Clarence Dixon.
Sources:
https://www.kold.com/2022/05/12/clarence-dixon-executed-1978-murder-asu-student-deana-bowdoin/
https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona/2022/05/11/who-deana-bowdoin-victim-arizona-death-row-killer-clarence-dixon/9731885002/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clarence_Dixon
2022-05-1755 min
Chardonnay & DNAS3 Ep108: 100th Episode Musical Extravaganza!It's our 100th episode. Pay no attention to the '108' next to the episode (that includes our bonus content). Thanks for sticking it our with us for 100 full episodes!
On this week's episode, Rachael covers the recently stayed execution of Richard Bernard Moore and the unconstitutional decision he was forced to make regarding his pending execution.
2022-04-251h 01Chardonnay & DNAS3 Ep107: We should start this with a screamThis week on Chardonnay and DNA, Rachael and Becky talk about million dollar app ideas, including MuteMyHusband ©. Becky tells us about the recently solved case of a serial rapist from Indiana that had gone cold for 35 years.
Please continue to support the Innocence Project, particularly Melissa Lucio. She is (wrongfully) scheduled for execution on 4/27/2022. https://innocenceproject.org/petitions/stop-execution-of-innocent-melissa-lucio-texas/
Sources
https://www.wthr.com/article/news/crime/jury-to-decide-verdict-in-trial-of-greensburg-man-charged-in-shelby-county-1980s-home-invasion-sexual-assaults-steven-ray-hessler-shelbyville/531-31bc27da-1602-40a9-834d-92f0e0851924
https://www.oxygen.com/crime-news/steven-hessler-sentenced-650-years-cold-case-rapes
https://www.usatoday.com/story/new...
2022-04-1958 minChardonnay & DNAS3 Ep106: The Owls are not what they seemOn this weeks episode the ladies begin with one of their favorite ice breakers, and some riddles! Rachael covers the I-65 killer, and the breaking news of his identity being discovered.
2022-04-121h 10Chardonnay & DNAS3 Ep105: Let’s Join the Circus (Re-release)Rachael needed to take a mental health day, so we didn’t get to record this week. Check out this oldie but goodie we decided to re-release! Remember friends, always prioritize your mental health!
On this episode of Chardonnay and DNA, your hosts do a fresh round of ice breakers and talk about forgetting common words (Have you ever been water hungry?). Becky tells us the fascinating and devastating story of the Hartford Circus Fire of 1944 and Rachael has a PSYCHIC VISION!
Sources:
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.courant.com/news/connecticut/hc-news-connecticut-circus-fire-no-identity-20200707-dsmdwnrzjvcrzeiixzjd3t3ooi...
2022-04-051h 13Chardonnay & DNAS3 Ep104: No More Fanfiction Sex BotsThis week on Chardonnay and DNA, Rachael reads us some fan fiction that we never knew we needed. Becky tells us about the recently identified Little Miss Nobody.
Sources
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Sharon_Lee_Gallegos#Renewed_efforts
https://www.nytimes.com/2022/03/15/us/sharon-lee-gallegos-arizona-cold-case.html
https://www.ketv.com/article/new-mexico-child-missing-since-1960-identified-as-little-miss-nobody/39454274#
2022-03-2954 minChardonnay & DNAS3 Ep103: Dump TruckOn this week's episode, your hosts discuss some very unusual fan fiction. Rachael covers the San Francisco Police Departments unethical use of volunteer and victim DNA. The episode rounds out with a discussion about The Dropout and Chris Meloni.
2022-03-141h 02Chardonnay & DNAS3 Ep102: Would you rather?This week, Rachael and Becky play some rounds of Would You Rather. Becky tells us about the mysterious disappearance and attempted kidnapping of Peter Falconio and Joanne Lees.
Please continue to support Pervis Payne’s fight for exoneration. Next steps can be found here: https://innocenceproject.org/petitions/dont-appeal-pervis-payne-ruling-da-weirich/?p2asource=ip_em-03012022
Sources
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Peter_Falconio
https://www.theweek.co.uk/news/crime/953483/what-happened-to-peter-falconio
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joanne_Lees
https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/documentaries/true-crime/murder-in-the-outback-joanne-lees/
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2022-03-071h 07Chardonnay & DNAS3 Ep101: Loveless ShacksThis week, the ladies open up their favorite game, FMK. Rachael covers a listener submission about a gruesome discovery in a cave, and how the DNA Doe Project helped uncover the story.
2022-02-2147 minChardonnay & DNAS3 Ep100: Is that you Crosby? It's me, Rachael.On this episode of Chardonnay and DNA, Becky takes us through the twists and turns of the disappearance of Aundria Bowman.
Sources
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Aundria_Bowman
https://magazine.atavist.com/the-girl-in-the-picture-aundria-bowman-dennis-murder-michigan-cold-case/
https://wwmt.com/news/local/mom-wants-daughters-remains-after-dennis-bowman-sentenced-in-her-death
2022-02-141h 09Chardonnay & DNAS2 Ep96: Mummies and Drag QueensThis week, Rachael and Becky play a holly jolly game of FMK: Christmas Edition. Becky tells us about a legendary drag queen with *ahem* some skeletons in her closet.
Sources
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dorian_Corey
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vogue_(dance)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paris_Is_Burning_(film)
New York Magazine article from May 2, 1994 by Jeanie Russell Kasindorf “The Drag Queen Had A Mummy in Her Closet” https://books.google.co.uk/books?id=OeQCAAAAMBAJ&pg=PA50&lpg=PA50&dq=drag+queen+and+the+mummy&source=bl&ots=9P9lNELRMV&sig=Ex...
2021-12-201h 00Chardonnay & DNAS2 Ep95: The Mad Trapper of Rat RiverWe're back again! Your hosts start out with a very smelly ice breaker. Rachael then tells us the Canadian tale of the Mad Trapper of Rat River.
2021-12-1358 minChardonnay & DNAS2 Ep94: I Probably Should Have ShameThis week, your hosts discuss bad dreams, Rachael’s digestive troubles, and some amazing updates from the Innocence Project. Hang onto your hats as Becky tells us about the Eastburn family murders and the killer who almost got away.
Sources
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmH00rza5Ds
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eastburn_family_murders
2021-11-221h 12Chardonnay & DNAS2 Ep93: Too SensitiveWe're back! After a break for the wedding, the hosts get back into the swing of things with some Golden Girls trivia for superfans. This week our story has no DNA, but it is a hometown story for the ladies! Rachael covers Edward Surratt, a serial killer from the Pittsburgh area.
2021-11-1558 minChardonnay & DNAS2 Ep92: He Might Have ESPNThis week, Rachael introduces Becky to the world of metal bands Okilly Dokilly and Mac Sabbath. Your hosts then discuss the sad tale of the Sodder children, and their family’s quest for answers.
2021-10-261h 01Chardonnay & DNAS2 Ep90: Ping Pong Balls and HelicoptersIn this episode, your hosts reveal what kind of embarrassing fan fiction they would write. Rachael shares two separate stories; the recently solved cold case of Liana Gay Adank and Eric Shawn Goldstrand, and the 1978 Derry Helicopter Crash.
2021-10-1148 minChardonnay & DNAS2 Ep88: Let me tell you… somethingFasten your seatbelts, slut puppies. This episode ain’t gonna be no cake walk! This week Rachael brings us the horrific story of Steven and Katie Pladl, and you’re in for a wild (and disgusting) ride.
Sources:https://roanoke.com/news/virginia/mother-of-ex-henrico-man-in-incest-case-told-n-c-police-in-911-call/article_5f5116b8-bcc8-5235-a273-49abccc48ca5.html
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5614097/Ex-wife-incest-monster-murdered-daughter-child-breaks-silence.html
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/steven-pladl-katie-pladl-murder-incest-case-details-emerge/
https://www.cbs17.com/news/local-news/wake-county-news/knightdale-incest-couple-baby-dead-in-multi-state-crime-scenes/1119174697/
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-43747225
https://www.foxnews.com/us/mother-of-incest-murder-suicide-victim-says-the-father-was-extremely-abusive
2021-09-2753 minChardonnay & DNAS2 Ep85: The Martinsville SevenOn this weeks episode, Rachael breaks the rules and covers a case that doesn’t have DNA in it. This weeks episode covers the recently posthumously pardoned Martinsville Seven.
2021-09-0652 minChardonnay & DNAS2 Ep84: The Corn Made Me Do ItOn this week’s very *NSFW* episode of Chardonnay and DNA, Rachael and Becky talk about everything from Shrek to Only Fans to Rachael’s love of corn. Becky tells us about a cold case recently solved using the smallest sample of DNA to date.
Sources
https://www.kiro7.com/news/trending/vegas-police-solve-32-year-old-cold-case-with-smallest-amount-dna-record/O2HUKGLHAFDKBLT2AYHLKUS5QQ/
https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2021/07/23/cold-case-vegas-stephanie-isaacson/
https://www.lvmpd.com/en-us/Press%20Releases/PO%20157%2007-21-21.pdf
https://www.ancestry.com/lp/where-is-dna-found
2021-08-301h 04Chardonnay & DNAS2 Ep82: Live from the PodclosetOn this weeks episode, your hosts are overwhelmed and emotionally drained. After discussing what their dirty coloring book pages would be, Rachael tells us a short story about a families quest to find their lost sister, and the sweet yet sad discovery that finally brings them together.
2021-08-2439 minChardonnay & DNAS2 Ep82: It’s not pig…On this episode of Chardonnay and DNA, we take a peek into Rachael’s brain with her very *interesting?* ice breaker. Becky tells us the heart wrenching story of Guo Gangtang’s motorcycle quest to find his abducted son.
https://abc7chicago.com/guo-gangtang-found-his-son-abducted-child-reunited-with-parents-xinzhen-china-abduction-reunion/10887166/
https://www.cnn.com/2021/07/14/china/china-abducted-child-reunited-intl-hnk-scli/index.html
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GfWtKJ11vbk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rzs2JN-LHWs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hsudJ23WBGY
2021-08-0950 minChardonnay & DNAS2 Ep81: Thunderc*ntOn this weeks episode the ladies discuss what type of mass hysteria disease they may be susceptible to. Rachael brings us the story of a woman’s recent search for her biological mother helping to identify victims from a 40 year old cold case.
2021-08-0254 minChardonnay & DNAS2 Ep79: The Wooden Nickel EpisodeOn this week's episode your hosts start out with an existential question about the Kool-Aid Man which leads to Becky learning about different kinds of food made with blood, much to her dismay. Rachael rolls right into a recent identification of a victim of Serial Killer Larry Eyler. She gives us the rundown of his crimes and a familiar face that tried to help him beat some charges.
Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Larry_Eyler
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/1983-indiana-remains-idd-as-chicago-victim-of-serial-killer-larry-eyler/2494827/
2021-07-191h 16Chardonnay & DNAS2 Ep77: The Great Dollar Store Shirt DebateOn this weeks episode, the ladies begin the episode doing some more riddles! Rachael tells us the breaking news of the oldest cold case to be cracked by using Forensic Genealogy.
https://www.npr.org/2021/06/12/1005690930/detectives-just-used-dna-to-solve-a-1956-double-homicide-they-may-have-made-hist
https://www.greatfallstribune.com/story/news/2021/06/08/cascade-county-montana-sheriffs-office-closes-books-65-year-old-double-homicide/7606617002/
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/49154581/patricia-joyce-kalitzke
2021-07-0558 minChardonnay & DNAS2 Ep75: Daddy DearestOn this weeks episode the ladies discuss their entirely normal drinking preferences before deciding on the perfect pocket snack. Rachael tells us a tale of a marriage that will leave you max uncomf, and Becky rounds out the episode with a discussion of one of the strangest weather events recorded in history.
2021-06-2142 minChardonnay & DNAS2 Ep73: Resurrection MenOn this week's episode Becky reveals her distain for the yodeling boy, before the ladies discuss what their she-sheds would look like. Rachael tells us about the Burke & Hare murders and the sketchy medical studies practices of the early 19th century.
2021-06-071h 05Chardonnay & DNAS2 Ep72: Cowboy's Butts Drive Me NutsOn this week’s episode of Chardonnay and DNA, Rachael tells Becky about a local cryptid sighting and the gals briefly touch on their opinions of the Daybell murder trials. Becky tells the unbelievable story of Luz Cuevas and her daughter, Delimar Vera.
Sources
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/real-life-stories/how-mum-discovered-baby-kidnapped-13306662
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2004/mar/12/gender.uk
https://www.tampabay.com/archive/2004/03/21/murky-details-cloud-girl-s-return/
https://www.tampabay.com/archive/2004/03/07/daughter-lost-in-fire-returns-but-questions-swirl-in-family/
https://www.foxnews.com/story/woman-took-baby-from-burning-house-gets-30-years
2021-05-311h 01Chardonnay & DNAS2 Ep70: Dubstep Ruined My VaginaOn this weeks episode the ladies discuss which serial killers mind they would like to spend a day inside of before Rachael dives into the case of Ledell Lee, sent to us by one of our listeners! They round out the episode with some good ol' facebook shirts.
2021-05-1754 minChardonnay & DNAS2 Ep69: Don’t take a joint from a guy named Bob BobOn this episode of Chardonnay and DNA, Becky and Rachael talk about the Mandela Effect (was it Berenstain or Berenstein?) and celebrity wedding dresses. Becky tells us possibly the nastiest story in recorded history about “Dr.” John Hall.
Sources
https://www.vice.com/en/article/xd7kv4/the-dentist-who-injected-semen-into-patients-mouths-tried-to-reopen-his-clinic-in-belize
https://www.starnewsonline.com/article/NC/20040726/news/605097528/WM
https://www.theguardian.com/politics/1999/jul/17/thatcher.uk3
https://www.sanpedrosun.com/crime-and-violence/2015/12/17/dr-hall-out-on-bail-claims-he-was-wrongfully-accused-of-deviant-past/
https://www.sanpedrosun.com/community-and-society/2015/12/20/letter-to-the-editor-dr-hall-is-a-fraud/
https://caribbeanmedicalnews.com/2015/12/dentists-unprofessional-act/
2021-05-101h 06Chardonnay & DNAS2 Ep68: Mummy DearestOn this weeks episode, the gals start out with some Buzzfeed quizzes to break the ice. Both ladies have important updates on some very big cases to share, and Rachael tells us about the strange case of the Persian Princess Mummy.
2021-05-0346 minChardonnay & DNAS2 Ep67: Devour Desecrate DefileThis week, the gals talk about what crime they’d carry out if they were guaranteed to get away with it. We learn a lot about Rachael’s contempt for the Dragon Man (AKA Jeff Bezos). Becky tells us the heart wrenching story of Sierah Joughin.
PS Don’t forget to continue supporting the Innocence Project’s efforts to exonerate Pervis Payne. Visit pervispayne.org to sign their petition, as well as the one at change.org. https://www.change.org/p/take-pervis-payne-off-of-death-row
Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Sierah_Joughin
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2021-04-261h 17Chardonnay & DNAS2 Ep66: SaponificationOn this weeks episode, the ladies start out with a buzzfeed quiz about mythical creatures. Rachael then tells another DNA stretch story about Italian serial killer Leonarda Cianciulli, The Soap-Maker of Correggio.
2021-04-1948 minChardonnay & DNAS2 Ep65: Lap Dances for SatanOn this week's episode the ladies begin talking about Lil Nas X's new song, and Rachael mishears some of the lyrics (correction next week). Becky tells us the shocking unsolved story of Monica Libao, and the steps she's taken to solve her own mystery.
2021-04-1245 minChardonnay & DNAS2 Ep63: DIE CRY HATEOn this episode of Chardonnay and DNA, Rachael and Becky live, laugh, and love die, cry, and hate. Becky takes us waaaaay back to tell us about a recently discovered mass grave containing remains from over 6,000 years ago from a mysterious massacre. Rachael does a mini dive into (possibly) one of man’s very first best friends.
2021-03-291h 05Chardonnay & DNAS2 Ep62: The Boy in the BagOn this week's episode, the ladies discuss who their seven dwarves would be, and revisit last weeks discussion of Heck. Rachael tells us the story of Philadelphia's other unknown child, The boy in the bag, and how a DNA discovery lead to his identification.
2021-03-2250 minChardonnay & DNAS2 Ep60: Fine Wineing Volume 1Here it is guys, gals, and non-binary pals! Our very first 'Best Of'! Terry worked hard on putting this together for you all during our break, so sit back and enjoy some of our best and funniest moments!
2021-03-0818 minChardonnay & DNAS2 Ep59: We need a break!Hey Everyone! Chardonnay & DNA is taking a little break. Both Becky and Rachael have a lot of big things happening in the real world, and need to take a step back from the pod. Rachael makes the announcement this week, and shares a ranker story with you all in the interim. We still plan to release content, but it won't be full episodes.
We'll be back with regular episodes on March 15th! Don't go anywhere, we'll be back before you know it!
2021-03-0104 minChardonnay & DNAS2 Ep58: The Tragic Tale of the Boy in the BoxOn this weeks episode the ladies start the episode discussing what their Serial Killer MO would be (Unsurprisingly, Rachael has put a lot of thought into hers). Rachael then covers one of her favorite cases, The Boy in the Box.
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2021-02-2255 minChardonnay & DNAS2 Ep57: A Bag of Red FlagsOn this episode of Chardonnay and DNA, the ladies talk about interesting odd jobs and naming “plants.” Becky tells the unbelievable story of the disappearance of Girly Chew Hossencofft, involving everything from cannibalism to ruling reptiles from outer space.
Sources:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk0udSm5ZmU
https://www.oxygen.com/crime-time/the-disappearance-of-girly-chew-hossencofft-a-con-man-a-fashion-designer-ufos-and-a-ninja
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Girly_Chew_Hossencofft
2021-02-151h 12Chardonnay & DNAS2 Ep56: The Booty Hole OneOn this week's incredibly long episode, Becky teaches us about our Chakras. Rachael tells us the history of Ned Kelly, Australian Bushranger, and how DNA uncovered that his skull is actually still missing.
(Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ned_Kelly )
2021-02-081h 38Chardonnay & DNAS2 Ep55: Vagina Blocks for AllOn this episode of Chardonnay and DNA, Rachael and Becky banter about Hogwarts houses, Bernie Sanders, and the Golden Girls. Becky dives into one of her favorite unsolved “disappearances” (or was it?): the lost women of Panama. Remember, stop the yoga blocks’ reign of terror by checking out the Patreon page!
Sources https://medium.com/the-true-crime-edition/the-deaths-of-two-dutch-women-in-panama-is-still-a-mystery-f341f1fdf593
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deaths_of_Kris_Kremers_and_Lisanne_Froon
https://thecasesthathauntme.home.blog/2020/04/22/mysterious-deaths-the-lost-girls-of-panama/
https://www.ranker.com/list/kris-kremers-lisanne-froon-disappearance-mystery/laura-allan
2021-02-011h 14Chardonnay & DNAS2 Ep54: Do you have a reservation?On this weeks episode, the ladies discuss what dog breeds they would be before Rachael tells us the curious story of Benjaman Kyle and how his true identity was discovered.
Hip-Hop Beat
by Mauro Urbina
From www.mixkit.co
2021-01-251h 35Chardonnay & DNAS2 Ep53: Old people stuff, and chillOn this week’s episode of Chardonnay and DNA, Rachael reveals that she derailed not one, but TWO, proposals. Becky tells the story of the mysterious Dyatlov Pass deaths with an even stranger DNA twist.
Sources
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dyatlov_Pass_incident
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/extra/SoLiOdJyCK/mystery_of_dyatlov_pass
https://dyatlovpass.com/zolotaryov-dna
Opening Song:
Hip-Hop Beat
by Mauro Urbina
From www.mixkit.co
2021-01-181h 23Chardonnay & DNAS2 Ep52: This is a DOOOzeyWe're back with a new season of the show! On this weeks episode, the ladies catch up about their two week break, and discuss some interesting animals. Rachael jumps in feet first this season and tells us the complicated story of Serial Killer Samuel Little, and how he managed to elude law enforcement for so long.
Theme Music:
Hip-Hop Beat
by Mauro Urbina
From www.mixkit.co
2021-01-111h 23Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep51: So much butter talkThis week on Chardonnay and DNA , Rachael and Becky come up with ideas for websites to help with every day inconveniences. Becky tells the twisting, turning, and downright bonkers story of two babies switched at birth in 1978.
PS We are taking some time off for the holidays! Tune back in with us in 2021, which will hopefully not be as shitty as 2020 (but probably will be.)
PPS EAT GLASS.
Source: https://abc.com/shows/2020/episode-guide/2019-11/29-switched-at-birth-or-stolen
2020-12-211h 18Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep50: The one with dogs and catsOn this weeks episode, the ladies are a hot mess express! Between dogs, cats, and cricket interruptions its amazing this episode was even recorded. Rachael explains the story of The Somerton Man despite all of the interruptions.
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2020-12-141h 11Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep49: Scoops the ClownOn this episode of Chardonnay and DNA, Rachael and Becky play adult mad libs and it gets very NSFW. Then, Becky tells us about the recently solved murder of Sharon Gill.
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Sources
https://www.yoursun.com/charlotte/solved-1990-cold-case-murder-of-sharon-gill/article_53610026-2dc9-11eb-bf54-9382ff472ca3.html
https://www.winknews.com/2019/10/03/charlotte-county-detectives-make-new-developments-in-sharon-gill-homicide/
https://www.go...
2020-12-071h 08Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep48: Slingin' shit, and talkin' shit (Bonus)Last week was Turkey day, so we weren't able to record you a new episode! As we promised, here's a bonus episode. Becky was given free reign to talk about the murder that sparked her love of True Crime, and the recent updates on the case!
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2020-11-3026 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep47: Turkey Dumpster FireOn this weeks episode, Becky introduces Rachael to Mr. Bigglesworth the adorable (according to Rachael) hairless rabbit. Rachael has a turkey day surprise, and shares some Thanksgiving horror stories and a DNA discovery that may make you want to rethink your Thanksgiving Meal.
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2020-11-231h 02Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep46: Mothman, nuts, and stuffing stuff
On this episode of Chardonnay and DNA, the ladies discuss which thanksgiving food they would be (Becky is stuffing, and Rachael couldn’t agree more). Becky shares the bizarre story of the mysterious death of an unknown woman in Oslo, Norway.
Sources
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.refinery29.com/amp/en-us/2020/10/10063608/unsolved-mysteries-who-is-jennifer-post-series-updates
https://screenrant.com/unsolved-mysteries-oslo-plaza-woman-jennifer-updates-who/
unsolved mysteries volume 2, episode 2 “a death in Oslo”
https://www.bustle.com/entertainment/unsolved-mysteries-volume-2-theories-updates-terry-dunn-meurer-interview
2020-11-1659 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep45: Jet Pack MothmanOn this weeks episode the ladies begin the episode by telling us about their childhood boogeymen. Our story this week differs slightly from the norm as Rachael tells us about the Mothman and the many different disasters he's been spotted at. Don't forget to subscribe to the Patreon, send us your stories, and just say hey!
2020-11-091h 09Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep44: F you in the Wawa.
On this episode of Chardonnay and DNA, your hosts talk about eating nuts and all the weird things that happen at Sheetz. Becky tells us about the tragic story of Chelsea Bruck, who went missing at a Halloween party in 2014.
Source
Becky used all of the articles listed in this tag to get her information:
https://detroit.cbslocal.com/tag/chelsea-bruck/
2020-11-0253 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep43: It's never a mannequin...On this weeks episode the ladies discuss who they'd bring back from the dead to have dinner with (and two that are alive. Rachael's entire story is a correction! Listen to the sad tale of Elmer McCurdy, the bandit who's postmortem career was much more successful than when he was alive. Check out the patreon and support the show! https://www.patreon.com/chardonnayanddna
2020-10-2659 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep42: Damn HelenOn this episode of Chardonnay & DNA, Rachael gags at Becky's mention of Fireball whiskey and the gals design their ideal Halloween costumes. Becky tells us about the infamous Tylenol Poisonings of the 80s plus a CONSPIRACY THEORY!
Sources:
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2011/09/26/self-published-book-claims-conspiracy-in-tylenol-poisonings/
https://abc7chicago.com/tylenol-killings-chicago-poisonings-1982/483704/
https://abcnews.go.com/WN/suspected-1982-tylenol-killer-james-lewis-subpoenaed-boston/story?id=9513004
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chicago_Tylenol_murders
https://www.chicagoreader.com/Bleader/archives/2011/09/26/the-tylenol-mafia
2020-10-1954 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep41: Papa was a great big slut. RIP.It's a bonus episode! The ladies go back to their roots and read some shocking DNA Reveals!
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2020-10-1624 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep40: Forbidden NoodlesOn this weeks episode, Rachael annoys Becky with some really bad jokes. The ladies then delve into the story of the ancient Chinese community of Lajia, and a previously assumed familial connection among the remains that was recently debunked.
2020-10-1238 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep39: SugarlandOn todays episode, the ladies start off with some cheesy pick-up lines. Rachael then dampens the mood and tells us the tragic story of the Sugarland 95 and how they are using DNA to identify the found bodies to reconnect them with their families.
For more Information visit:
https://www.fortbendisd.com/sugarland95
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2018/07/18/bodies-of-95-black-forced-labor-prisoners-from-jim-crow-era-unearthed-in-sugar-land-after-one-mans-quest/
2020-10-0557 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep38: Every day is a new nightmare
On this episode of Chardonnay and DNA, Becky and Rachael talk about the crimes that sparked their fascination for MURRRRRDER. Becky tells us about accused murderer Pervis Payne, who is scheduled to be executed in December.
Sources
https://murderpedia.org/male.P/p/payne-pervis.htm
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Payne_v._Tennessee
https://www.innocenceproject.org/shelby-county-criminal-court-ordered-dna-testing-for-pervis-payne-facing-execution/
https://www.innocenceproject.org/pervis-payne-wrongful-conviction-what-to-know-innocent-tennessee/
Sign the petition @ https://www.innocenceproject.org/petitions/stop-execution-pervis-payne/?p2asource=fact_07222020
2020-09-2858 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep37: BleafssedOn this weeks episode, the girls chat about Basic White Girl fall decorations before Rachael tells us how they identified The Unknown Child from the Titanic. Make sure to check out our Patreon for exclusive content!
2020-09-211h 12Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep36: Elephant of Sexual Perversion (Mini Episode!)The ladies are having some technical difficulties, so you get a mini episode this week! Becky and Rachael take the dark triad test, figure out what enneagram numbers they are, and take some other personality tests.
2020-09-1432 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep35: Give me some CheddarOn this episode of Chardonnay and DNA, Becky and Rachael play *three* truths and a lie and they both stump each other. Becky tells us about the Cheddar Man and how his DNA unlocked secrets of humankind’s history. Rachael shares some animals and Becky tells us about her newest conspiracy theory obsession.
Sources
https://www.nhm.ac.uk/discover/cheddar-man-mesolithic-britain-blue-eyed-boy.html
https://www.theguardian.com/science/2018/feb/10/cheddar-man-changed-way-we-think-about-ancestors
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cheddar_Man
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.bbc.com/news/amp/science-environment-42939192
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2020-09-071h 17Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep34: Red HerringThis weeks episode starts with the ladies discussing responsible sexual health checks, and what would create them in in a witches brew. Rachael then blows Becky's mind with the case of The Phantom of Heilbronn.
2020-08-311h 15Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep33: It was the one armed man!On this episode of Chardonnay & DNA, your hosts talk about everyday words that make them cringe (Rachael gags when Becky says “moist” without warning) and Rachael shares some of her favorite tik toks. Becky tells us the unbelievable story of Sam Sheppard and the murder of his wife.
2020-08-241h 18Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep32: This island getaway sucksOn this weeks episode the ladies discuss life and death, personalized ice cream flavors and WAP's. The famous escape from Alcatraz is the topic of this weeks story, and Rachael goes over the details that point all signs to success for the men who attempted it.
2020-08-171h 25Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep31: Let's join the circusOn this episode of Chardonnay and DNA, your hosts do a fresh round of ice breakers and talk about forgetting common words (Have you ever been water hungry?). Becky tells us the fascinating and devastating story of the Hartford Circus Fire of 1944 and Rachael has a PSYCHIC VISION!
Sources:
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.courant.com/news/connecticut/hc-news-connecticut-circus-fire-no-identity-20200707-dsmdwnrzjvcrzeiixzjd3t3ooi-story.html%3foutputType=amp
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hartford_circus_fire
http://www.circusfire1944.com
2020-08-101h 13Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep30: Never have I ever...On this weeks episode the ladies start out with a few rounds of never have I ever, and share their personal life slogans. Rachael tells us the story of a possible missing link between humans and our non-human ancestors that was discovered not that long ago.
2020-08-031h 04Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep29: God Bless this mealOn this week’s episode of Chardonnay and DNA, the gals play a few rounds of FMK, which prove to be very illuminating. Becky tells us about the case of Edward Beaudion, which helped launch a huge reform in the handling of missing persons cases. They round out the episode with some hilarious offerings from WISH.
Thanks to Terry Mitchell for putting up with us!
2020-07-2758 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep28: Thank you for being a friend.On this weeks episode, the ladies continue their icebreakers. Rachael declares her disinterest with The Baby Sitters Club, much to Becky's dismay and talks about the angry frenchman in her head pronouncing "Croissant". We then learn about the tragic tale of the Butterbox Babies.
2020-07-201h 13Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep27: Sex KamikazeOn this episode, Rachael and Becky play some difficult rounds of FMK and talk about their earliest memories (not surprisingly, Rachael's involves morbidness and death). Becky shares the story of the recently cracked cold case of Elizabeth Ann Roberts. To take part in the 30 day course Becky talked about in the padded room, follow @rachel.cargle on insta and her project page @thegreatunlearn. Click the link in her bio and you’ll be directed to the course.
Source https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/crime/shes-got-her-name-back-teenager-murdered-in-1977-finally-identified-with-new-dna-technique-and-genetic-genealogy/
2020-07-131h 10Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep26: WombmatesOn this weeks episode Becky reveals her perfect grilled cheese method for everyone to judge, and discloses how pickles make her drool. The ladies reveal their inner CareBears before Rachael tells us the fascinating story of a surrogate mother and the unbelievable truth about the twins she carried for another couple.
2020-07-061h 10Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep25: ...but I'm available.On this episode of Chardonnay and DNA, Becky and Rachael do some ice breakers and discover that their inner memes are the same. Becky goes into the tragic story of Bernice Johnson, which sheds some much needed wisdom on today’s batshit crazy world. The ladies also spend a lot of time clapping for Gen Z.
Sources https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/virginiahughes/dna-test-rape-family-tree
Thanks as always to Terry Mitchell for the audio magic!
2020-06-291h 10Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep24: Because we have to lay it out for idiots.On this week's episode the ladies start off with some more fun icebreakers. Rachael tells us the heartbreaking story of Anna Chambers and the gross abuse of power by the police because of a loophole in the law, and Becky updates us on her Game of Thrones adventure.
2020-06-2257 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep23: Nothing should have that many legsOn this episode, the ladies start with another ice breaker and Rachael reveals her hatred for house centipedes. Becky tells us about the very important case of the Central Park 5.
Thanks to Terry Mitchell for the awesome edit! You rock!
2020-06-151h 07Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep22: The Cricket Conspiracy (Bonus Episode!)In this bonus episode, Becky and Rachael duke it out over their beliefs in Conspiracy theories with a rather annoying cricket sounding its opinion in the background. It also makes a cameo in Rachael's blanket fort during recording. Make sure to listen to Mondays episode for the T-Shirt giveaway instructions!
2020-06-1239 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep21: That's why you're a 4.On this weeks episode the ladies make a gigantic correction from the previous week and give suggestions on how to be effective in your support for the BIPOC community at this time (information will be shared on social media accounts). Rachael tells us about the murder of Arlis Perry, and how DNA found her killer decades later.
Make sure to listen for the secret contest rules!
Thanks to Terry Mitchell for the audio work! You're the best!
2020-06-081h 02Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep20: Your very own Hometown Murder!On this episode, the ladies begin by announcing a SUPER SECRET CODE for entering in their free tshirt contest. They also shout out another awesome, lady-hosted podcast called The Podcast From the Crypt. Becky takes a look at a hometown cold case she had never heard of that was recently solved with DNA thanks to a game changing nonprofit organization in Akron, Ohio. Don’t forget, the gals now have merch! Please support, purchase, and represent Chardonnay and DNA (Reach out to us to purchase a shirt!). Happy eggplants!
Sources https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.wkyc.co...
2020-06-0148 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep19: A bird named BirdOn this weeks episode, The ladies share the internet sensations that are getting them through the week. Rachael then tells us the story of a heroic cockatoo named Bird that helped to solve the murder of his owner.
Thanks to Terry Mitchell for putting up with us and doing amazing audio work!
2020-05-2550 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep18: That's quarantine, baby.On this episode, Becky yucks Rachael’s yum about one of her celebrity crushes while they both drink sangria (which Becky is not happy about but is doing it anyway because...alcohol). Becky tells the story of Leah Freeman’s mysterious murder and how DNA evidence set the only suspect free after he served nearly a decade in prison.
There's a giveaway this week, so make sure to check our social media accounts on the details. Win a Chardonnay and DNA Sticker!
2020-05-181h 10Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep17: What up, Holmes?On this weeks episode Becky and Rachael discuss being a squonk, juvenile delinquency, and Beckys unfortunate spill down the stairs. Rachael's serial killer of choice is ruined for her as research reveals everything she knows about him is a lie, but they discover some cute new animals to round out the disappointment.
Thanks to Terry Mitchel as always for the audio work! This isn't possible without you.
2020-05-111h 01Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep16: Three opossums and a raccoon in a human suitThis week the tarot card app gives Becky something positive and she's unable to resist the call of a good pun. Rachael goes on to tell us the story of the murder of Christine Franke, the deceptive techniques used to 'crack' the case, and the ethical implications around the tactic.
*Thanks to Terry Mitchell for the rockstar work as always!
2020-05-0458 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep15: Raspberry SparkletiniIt's freaky Friday! We've reversed the episodes this week due to technical difficulties, so you're getting a full episode on Friday to start off your weekend right. On this episode, Becky reframes her wine habit and turns up her nose at Rachael’s sparkletini. They also discuss whether they are Ryans or Shanes (spoiler alert: they’re both Ryans). Becky shares a story about an emotional family secret revealed from a 23andMe test, and discovers a true hero’s courageous actions that saved her family.
*Thanks to Terry Mitchell for his hard work on the audio this week! We don...
2020-05-011h 01Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep14: A flight of vodka (Bonus Episode!)Due to some technical difficulties our usual Monday episode will be a little delayed. Please accept this bonus episode as our apology! We read some Ranker articles about family DNA discoveries and mishaps, and try to come up with a name for bonus content (Surprise, we still don't have one!)
2020-04-2714 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep13: Cannibalism has such a negative connotationOn this episode, Becky takes us way back to pre human existence and tells us about some of the behaviors of our ancient cousins. The conversation takes a very strange turn to the advantages of cannibalism and there’s even a prehistoric dick pic that Rachael can’t stop laughing about.
Thanks to Terry Mitchell as always. The Alien Robot attack in the background made this episode awful to edit, and we appreciate his hard work!
Sources
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.livescience.com/amp/oldest-human-ancestor-dna-homo-antecessor.html
https://www.livescience.com/65431-anci...
2020-04-201h 03Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep12: You're never too old for a blanket fort!On this weeks episode the ladies are still reporting to you from their blanket forts. Rachael tells us the disturbing tale of the Arthur G. Dozier School for Boys.
** Content Warning: This episode is particularly dark and has descriptions of child abuse.
Thanks to Terry Mitchell for the great audio work and the surprise during the obtaining of the butt pillow!
2020-04-1356 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep11: Houston, we have a Q & A session! (Bonus Episode!)In this bonus episode, get to know your hosts as they answer your questions! The ladies get into a very heated discussion about the moon landing, punting 100 duck sized horses, and an array of other random topics!
2020-04-1048 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep10: TIP YOUR SERVERS (and tip on to-go orders, you heathens!)On this episode, Becky (who is no longer locked in her closet) dives into the bonkers case of the disappearance of four-year-old Bobby Dunbar. From their blanket forts, the gals also lament the struggles of their self-isolation and their passion for tipping your service people GENEROUSLY.
Wikipedia https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Bobby_Dunbar
All that’s interesting article by Katie Serena https://allthatsinteresting.com/bobby-dunbar
2020-04-061h 05Chardonnay & DNAS1 Ep9: Yes, and? (Bonus episode!)Join Becky and Rachael for a bite sized/fun sized/flight bonus episode where they read crazy DNA stories!
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As always, thanks to Terry Mitchell for the audio magic!
chardonnayanddna@gmail.com
2020-04-0415 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep8: Rolling in the Deep EndThe coronavirus has us all messed up this week. Rachael tells the tale of the Connecticut Vampire, we talk about The Tiger King, and then we get into some deep emotional stuff and how much we love the TV show Dave.
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Since we're all stuck in quarantine and social distancing, now is the perfect time to send us in your own stories, suggestions, corrections, and comments! We want to hear from you, even if its just to say hi!
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2020-03-3045 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep7: The Behr's bit too many people.In this weeks episode the ladies talk about body image issues, and the wedding industry being a sham. Rachael proves how gullible she really is, before telling us the story of Clemente Arguirre-Jarquin and the Innocence Project.
Make sure to rate, subscribe, and comment to help us out! Send us your stories on facebook, instagram, or email at Chardonnayanddna@gmail.com.
*Thanks to Terry Mitchell for editing! You're a rockstar as always!
2020-03-2341 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep6: Anything off the baby cart?On this week's episode, the ladies talk about their cats being assholes, Becky tells us the case of Jim Collins and Phillip Benson, and teaches us about hospital birthing practices in the early 1900's (Spoiler Alert: they had no idea what they were doing).
*Special thanks to Terry Mitchell for all his hard work on editing this disaster!
2020-03-1645 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep5: It wasn't me! (Bonus Mini Episode)On the very first bonus episode the ladies read some DNA family mayhem stories, and discuss a very unfortunate accidental link posting on facebook that leaves Rachael laughing so hard she can't breathe.
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2020-03-1417 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep4: There actually is a Women's History Month...In this episode the ladies talk about some badass women who have done amazing things with DNA in honor of International Women's Day! They also mistakenly stay there should be a whole month dedicated to badass women... whoops. There is.
References:
www.dnadoeproject.org
http://sheilawysocki.com
Episode Edited by Terry Mitchell because he rocks.
2020-03-0944 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep3: Edward Mordrake wasn't realOn episode 3, the ladies talk about their cheap taste in wine, Rachael clarifies that she does actually love her husband, and Becky teaches us about Chimeras. Please note that, despite Rachael’s claims, Edward Mordrake is NOT real!
Sources https://guardianlv.com/2014/01/pregnancy-no-proof-of-motherhood-woman-was-her-own-twin-and-the-twin-was-the-mother-of-her-children/
https://globalgenes.org/2014/09/09/dna-test-proves-chimera-incidence-washington-woman/
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.livescience.com/amp/61890-what-is-chimerism-fused-twin
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.buzzfeednews.com/amphtml/danvergano/failed-paternity-test-vanished-twin
*Episode edited by Terry Mitchell (You the real MVP Terry)
2020-03-0233 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep2: Twenty Tree and MeIn the second episode, Rachael and Becky use awful customer service voices, make a ridiculous amount of puns, use more Harry Potter references, and discuss the groundbreaking DNA case of Denise Johnson.
*Content warning for descriptions of violence and death.
2020-02-2437 minChardonnay & DNAS1 Ep1: It's F's across the boardOn the very first episode of Chardonnay and DNA, Becky and Rachael fumble through the first time jitters and discuss the case of Dr. Gerald E. Mortimer.
Check out our sources here:
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-43635982
https://www.ksl.com/article/46670322/former-idaho-falls-doctor-admits-to-using-own-sperm-to-inseminate-multiple-patients
https://www.ksl.com/article/46670322/former-idaho-falls-doctor-admits-to-using-own-sperm-to-inseminate-multiple-patients
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