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Raw Crimes17. The Disappearances of Bryce Laspisa and Asha DegreeThis time, Val discusses the mysterious disappearances of Bryce Laspisa and Asha Degree. Both cases are haunting and remain unsolved to this day.
Sources:
A Long Drive to Nowhere: What Happened to Bryce Laspisa?: https://medium.com/@jennbaxter_69070/a-long-drive-to-nowhere-what-happened-to-bryce-laspisa-fdc05eef8db0
Inmate says he knows what happened to Asha Degree: https://www.shelbystar.com/story/special/2020/11/16/inmate-says-he-knows-what-happened-to-asha-degree/114962420/
Clues Sought in Case of 9-Year-Old Who Disappeared 20 Years Ago: https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/20th-anniversary-of-asha-degree-disappearance-021420
Disappearance of Asha Degree: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Asha_Degree
‘I still believe’: 21 years later, Asha Degree’s mom st...
2021-06-121h 00Raw Crimes16. The Eastburn Family MurdersVal covers the case of the Eastburn family murders, also known as the Summer Hill Road murders.
Sources:
The Eastburn Family Murders: https://medium.com/the-true-crime-edition/the-eastburn-family-murders-506a2c9232ff
Eastburn family murders: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eastburn_family_murders#cite_note-Three_Trials_for_Murder-2
Survivor of Triple Murder Grapples With Guilt: 'Why Didn't He Kill Me?': https://abcnews.go.com/US/gary-jana-eastburns-nightmare-odyssey-convict-familys-killer/story?id=11644539
The Eastburn Family Murders and The Three Trials of Staff Sergeant Tim Hennis: https://soapboxie.com/government/staff-sergeant-tim-hennis-murder
Soldier on death row will ask the military’s highest court to...
2021-04-041h 42Raw Crimes15. The Case of Mark KilroyDescription:
THIS IS SUCH A FASCINATING CASE! I am pumped about this case because it's so rich and it has somewhat of a personal connection to me (Luke). In this episode we talk about Mark Kilroy and his mysterious disappearance. We hope you enjoy this one as much as we did researching it.
Sources:
Murder of Mark Kilroy: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Mark_Kilroy
Adolfo Constanzo: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adolfo_Constanzo
Palo (Religion): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palo_(religion)
The Work of The Devil: https://www.texasmonthly...
2021-03-0657 minRaw Crimes14. The Mysterious Death of Nurse Cindy JamesDescription:
On tonight's episode, we discuss the still unsolved death of nurse Cindy James -- a tragic case that remains a mystery to this day. Did Cindy James have a murderous stalker or was she a victim of her own mental illness?
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2021-03-031h 06Raw Crimes14. The Kidnapping of Jayme ClossDescription:
On this episode, we discuss the kidnapping of Jayme Closs and the murder of her parents, James and Denise Closs. This devastating case turned into a nationwide interest and a search to find 13-year-old Jayme.
Sources:
Expanded Homicide: https://ucr.fbi.gov/crime-in-the-u.s/2017/crime-in-the-u.s.-2017/topic-pages/expanded-homicide
Kidnapping of Jayme Closs: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kidnapping_of_Jayme_Closs
The day Jayme Closs saved herself: Year later, records tell story of Barron teen's defiant escape from Jake Patterson: https://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/story/news/2020/01/10/jayme-closs-one-year-since-teen-saved-herself-jake-patterson/2778222001/
Man who kidnapped...
2020-11-1800 minRaw Crimes13. The Death of Rebecca ZahauDescription:
On our episode back from a short hiatus, we talk about the mysterious death of Rebecca Zahau. Found dead under suspicious circumstances following a tragic accident involving her boyfriend's child, the mystery continues on to this day -- was it a suicide or murder?
Sources:
Rebecca Zahau's Final Days: A Tragic Accident, Conspiracy Theories and a Family That Insists Her Death Wasn't a Suicide: https://www.eonline.com/news/1045713/what-happened-to-rebecca-zahau-a-tragic-accident-a-controversial-settlement-and-a-family-that-insists-her-death-wasn-t-a-suicide
Reddit thread by u/glittercheese: “[Unexplained Death] Rebecca Zahau: Murder or Suicide?”
Death of Rebecca Zahau: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_of_Rebe...
2020-11-1100 minRaw Crimes12. The Villisca Axe MurdersDescription:
Tonight, we talk about the chilling story of the Villisca Axe Murders of the Moore family and the Stillinger sisters. A terrifying crime in a small town that remains unsolved over 100 years later -- this story is sure to spook you.
Sources:
Villisca axe murders: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Villisca_axe_murders
Villisca Axe Murder House: https://www.villiscaiowa.com/index.php
The Ax Murderer Who Got Away: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/the-ax-murderer-who-got-away-117037374/
The Villisca Axe Murders: https://iowacoldcases.org/case-summaries/villisca-axe-murders/
The Gruesome Story Of The Unsolved Villisca Axe Murders...
2020-10-2100 minRaw Crimes11. Foxcatcher FarmsDescription:
In this episode, we tell the cinematic story of John du Pont and Foxcatcher Farms. This is a rollercoaster of emotions, and is a story of love, mental illness, and wealth.
Sources:
The Mental Illness Behind the 'Foxcatcher' Murder: https://www.vice.com/en/article/9bzmdv/the-mental-illness-behind-the-foxcatcher-murder-425
John du Pont: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_du_Pont
A LIFE IN PIECES;For du Pont Heir, Question Was Control: https://www.nytimes.com/1996/02/04/us/a-life-in-pieces-for-du-pont-heir-question-was-control.html
Foxcatcher: the tale of two Olympic stars and an offer they should have refused: https://www.theguardian...
2020-10-1400 minRaw Crimes10. The Trick-or-Treat MurderDescription:
In this October-themed episode, we talk about the murder of Peter Fabiano, a story entangled by scandal, jealousy, manipulation, and love.
Sources:
Unreturned Love, Killed, on Halloween — True Crime: https://medium.com/true-crime-addiction/unreturned-love-killed-on-halloween-true-crime-e6255ad408d9
The Bizarre Lesbian Murder Scandal That Rocked 1950s LA: https://www.vice.com/en/article/53n88a/the-bizarre-lesbian-murder-scandal-that-rocked-1950s-la
The Trick or Treat Murder: https://derangedlacrimes.com/?tag=peter-fabiano
Trick-or-Treat Terror: A Mid-Century Halloween Murder: https://thevintagewomanmagazine.com/mid-century-halloween-murder/
Haunted Love: The Story of a Deadly Halloween Love Rectangle: https://www.pleadthebelly.com/noosenotes/2018/10/30/haunted-love-the-story-of-a-deadly-halloween-love-rectangle
A...
2020-10-0700 minRaw Crimes9. The Heavens Gate CultDescription:
On this episode, we discuss the Heaven's Gate cult and the culture that allowed it to thrive. The events that unfolded after the creation of this "religious group" are deeply disturbing and we cover why historians claim can very well happen again.
Sources:
Heaven’s Gate 20 Years Later: 10 Things You Didn’t Know: https://www.rollingstone.com/feature/heavens-gate-20-years-later-10-things-you-didnt-know-114563/
HEAVEN'S GATE CULT CRIME FILES: https://www.crimeandinvestigation.co.uk/crime-files/heaven-s-gate-cult
23 years ago, Heaven’s Gate couldn’t wait: https://www.escondidograpevine.com/2020/03/25/20-years-ago-heavens-gate-couldnt-wait/
Heaven's Gate, 23 Years Later: Remembering 38 People Who Died...
2020-09-261h 34Raw CrimesMini 4 - The Ipswich Ripper, Steve WrightDescription:
After some life hit us we are back and in full force! This mini is about Steve Wright a.k.a. The Ipswich Ripper. He's not as well known as, well, Jack the Ripper, but has been compared to him by several sources. This is a crazy story and we had a fun time both putting the it together and telling it. Hope you enjoy the 4th mini! xoxo Luke and Val :)
Sources:
Steve Wright (Serial Killer): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Wright_(serial_killer)#:~:text=Steven%20Gerald%20James%20Wright%20(born...
2020-09-1638 minRaw Crimes8. Infamous Serial Killer, Belle GunnessDescription:
In this episode, we're telling the story of Belle Gunness -- America's most infamous black widow serial killer. At the time of her supposed death, over 40 bodies were discovered buried on her farm in Indiana.
Sources:
“Hell’s Belle” Gunness – Black Widow of the Midwest: https://www.legendsofamerica.com/belle-gunness/
Belle Gunness: https://laportecountyhistory.org/exhibits/belle-gunness/
Belle Gunness’ Poisonous Pen: https://www.historynet.com/belle-gunness-poisonous-pen.htm
12 Terrifying Facts About Belle Gunness, One Of The Most Disturbing Killers Ever: https://www.ranker.com/list/facts-about-belle-gunness/amandasedlakhevener
The Twisted Tale Of Belle Gunness, America’s...
2020-09-051h 05Raw CrimesMini 3 - The Queen Pin, Griselda BlancoDescription:
In this weeks mini we talk about Colombias Queen Pin, Griselda Blanco. She lived quite an extraordinary life and grew up in the harshest of conditions. Be prepared for a crazy story about how one woman went from growing up in the toughest city in Colombia, to being one of the wealthiest, if not THE WEALTHIEST, Queen Pin in drug trafficking history. This is the Queen Pin, the Queen of Narco-Trafficking, the Black Widow, La Madrina, the Cocaine Godmother, Griselda Blanco!
Sources:
Griselda Blanco: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Griselda_Blanco
2020-08-2942 minRaw Crimes7. The Life and Death of Kurt CobainDescription:
Tonight we decided to do something a little different and cover the life and death of Kurt Cobain, lead guitarist and singer of Nirvana. Kurt became an icon after joining the 27 Club and has been described as the face of a generation. In this episode, we cover everything from his childhood to his persona to his disillusionment with fame.
Sources:
Kurt Cobain: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kurt_Cobain
10 years later, Cobain lives on in his music: https://www.today.com/popculture/10-years-later-cobain-lives-his-music-wbna4652653
Kurt Cobain: https://www.britannica.com/biography/Kurt-Cobain
A Life...
2020-08-261h 38Raw CrimesMini 2 - Serial Killer Béla KissDescription:
In the second mini we talk about Budapest's most notorious serial killer from the early 1900's, Béla Kiss. If his mustache alone doesn't creep you out you'll for sure be frightened by this story!
Sources:
1. Random.org: https://www.random.org/geographic-coordinates/
2. Béla Kiss Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/B%C3%A9la_Kiss
3. Béla Kiss Murderpedia: https://murderpedia.org/male.K/k/kiss-bela.htm
4. Rotten Tomatos Béla Kiss: Prologue: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/bela_kiss_prologue_2013
5. AllThatsInteresting Béla Kiss: https://allthatsinteresting.com/bela-kiss-vampire-serial-killer
6. Béla Kiss: Hungarian Serial Killer PeoplePill: https://people...
2020-08-2248 minRaw Crimes6. The Mysterious Death of Tanner BartonDescription:
In our first episode back after a short hiatus, we discuss a very special episode -- the case of Tanner Lane Barton. We got to speak with Tanner's mother, Michele, about her son's very suspicious death and her tireless work to find answers and justice for him. Follow Michele's Twitter account @Justice4Tanner for updates about the case!
Sources:
Michele Barton speaks: the death of Tanner Barton: https://www.sarahafshar.com/2020/02/michele-barton-speaks-death-of-tanner.html
The Bad Vet: http://badvetdaily.blogspot.com/2008/03/what-do-we-do-with-drugged-out-and.html
Tanner Barton...
2020-08-121h 19Raw Crimes5. The Case of Mary BellDescription:
In this episode, we discuss the tragic case of Mary Bell, at one time the UK’s youngest killer. We dive into her childhood and what could have possibly happened to lead her to commit such horrible crimes — or is she just a natural born psychopath?
Sources:
“Evil Born”: The Vicious Crimes Of 11-Year-Old Murderer Mary Bell: https://allthatsinteresting.com/mary-bell
Mary Flora Bell: https://murderpedia.org/female.B/b/bell-mary-flora.htm
Meet Mary Bell: The Youngest Serial Killer Who Slaughtered Children: https://serialkillershop.com/blogs/true-crime/mary-bel...
2020-07-221h 51Raw Crimes4. The Sharpe Family MurdersDescription:
In this episode, we discuss the psychology behind familicide and the case of the Sharpe Family Murders. The Sharpes were a seemingly normal Australian family of three -- John, Anna, and baby Gracie; however, not everything is always as it seems.
Sources:
5 Horrific Stories of Family Annihilators: https://www.stayathomemum.com.au/true-crime/5-horrific-stories-of-family-annihilators/
The Sharpe Family Murders: https://morbidology.com/the-sharpe-family-murders/
James Myles Sharp: https://murderpedia.org/male.S/s/sharpe-john-myles.htm
The Sharpe Family Murders: https://truecrime365.com/2020/04/15/the-sharpe-family-murders/
Australian man kills his 3...
2020-07-131h 24Raw Crimes3. The Disappearances of Tonee Turner and Vanessa GuillénDescription:
For our longest episode yet, we discuss the two missing persons cases of Tonee Turner, a 22-year old artist from Pittsburgh, and Vanessa Guillén, a 20-year old Fort Hood soldier. Both women disappeared earlier this year under mysterious circumstances and their families are still fighting to this day to bring their daughters home.
Sources:
Family and friends search for 'magnetic,' 'God-gifted' missing local artist Tonee Turner: https://www.post-gazette.com/local/east/2020/01/04/search-missing-woman-pittsburgh-tonee-turner/stories/202001040058
Have You Seen Tonee Turner? Pittsburgh Girl Joins U...
2020-07-042h 32Raw CrimesMini 1 - Florida ManDescription:
In our very first Mini, we're taking a walk on the lighter side and covering the most absurd 'Florida Man' cases.
Luke's Sources:
Florida man arrested for attacking McDonald's employee over not getting a straw, police say: https://www.abcactionnews.com/news/national/florida-man-arrested-for-attacking-mcdonalds-employee-over-not-getting-a-straw-police-say
Reddit thread from u/cmx9771 "Florida Man lets 12-year old girl drive Jeep 85mph to be a "cool father", they aren't even related
Police: Florida man lets 12-year old drive Jeep 85 mph: https://www.wtrf.com/news/crime/police-florida-man-lets-12-year-old-drive-jeep-85-mph/amp/
Val's Sources:
James...
2020-06-2838 minRaw Crimes2. The Murders of Russell and Shirley DermondDescription:
In this episode, we discuss the horrible case of Russell and Shirley Dermond -- two 80-something year old retirees whose deaths have baffled their quiet, gated community and all of Georgia.
Sources:
5 years later, murders of Lake Oconee couple continue to confound: https://www.ajc.com/news/crime--law/years-later-murders-lake-oconee-couple-continue-confound/TozzJXuLvXXbu8f7zbWcPL/
Decapitation mystery | Russell Dermond was World War II vet, golfer: https://www.ajc.com/news/decapitation-mystery-russell-dermond-was-world-war-vet-golfer/q1dTms1qBM2X62f9cMKTYK/
GONE COLD | The murders at Lake Oconee: 4 years later, elderly couple’s son op...
2020-06-2654 min2020-06-2600 minRaw Crimes1. The Murder of Robert Eric WoneDescription:
In our very first episode, we cover the strange case of Robert Eric Wone, who was stabbed to death in his friends' Dupont Circle townhouse, where he was staying the night after a late night of work. The three residents of the townhouse maintain their innocence and deny any involvement, though the explanation they offer is just as implausible as the police's. This tragic case remains unsolved to this day and continues to be one of DC's most notorious unsolved mysteries.
Sources:
EMS Worker Was Suspicious of Robert Wone...
2020-06-2248 min