A Million Other Choices

Everyone has heard of Scotland Yard. It's become synonymous with detectives, murder investigations, and some of history's most infamous criminal cases—from Jack the Ripper to modern forensic investigations. But here's the question almost nobody asks... Why is it called Scotland Yard when it's actually in England? The answer goes back hundreds of years and involves medieval royalty,...

Why did Canada abolish the death penalty? And why has it never returned — even after some of the country’s most horrific murders? In this episode of Let’s Talk About Murder, we explore the history of capital punishment in Canada, the final executions, the political battle to end it, wrongful conviction fears, extradition issues, and the psychological and ethical arguments that still divide people...

The case that became one of the most famous “haunted house” stories in the world — but before all of that… there were real people. On November 13, 1974, six members of the DeFeo family were found murdered inside their home in Amityville, New York. What followed would become a media frenzy — books, movies, and decades of paranormal claims. But this episode isn’t about ghosts. This is about the DeFe...

A 19-year-old young woman whose life was cut tragically short after reaching out online, looking for connection… and finding someone who would ultimately take everything from her. This is not just a story about what happened that night. It’s about who Natalie was… the struggles she was facing… and the moments leading up to a decision that placed her in the path of someone dangerous. Support this p...

Today we’re talking about a case that, on the surface, might seem like a sudden act of violence… but when you look a little closer, there are often signs — small moments, shifts in behavior — that tell a different story. This is the case of Clayton Otis Jacquard. In this episode, we’re going to walk through what happened that night, but also step back and look at the bigger picture — because cases...

Today we’re talking about something that makes people deeply uncomfortable… and honestly, it should. Parricide — when a child kills their parent. It’s one of those crimes that people tend to react to immediately… with anger, disbelief, sometimes even dismissal. Because the assumption is simple: how could anyone do that? But when you start to look closer… it’s not always simple. In this episode, we...

A 27-year-old woman who was home visiting her family… doing something so normal, so routine… that none of us would think twice about it. She went for a run. And she never came back. Vanessa was smart, driven, and deeply connected to the people in her life. She worked for Google in New York, had a strong circle of friends, and was just… living her life. But on that day in 2016, something happened a...

Bijan Ebrahimi was a vulnerable man who repeatedly sought help from authorities after becoming the target of hostility and false accusations in his Bristol neighbourhood. Instead of receiving protection, he would become the victim of a brutal killing that shocked the United Kingdom and raised serious questions about prejudice, community responsibility, and systemic failure. In this episode, we loo...

In this episode, we’re talking about one of the most disturbing and misunderstood aspects of homicide investigations: post-crime body concealment and forensic cleanup. Why do some offenders attempt to conceal, move, or destroy evidence after a killing? Is it panic, practicality, rage, control…or something deeper? We’ll explore the psychology behind these cases, the forensic realities investigators...

Gary Kenney was 50 years old when he was murdered in his Merritt Island, Florida home in June 2008. What followed was the unraveling of a deeply disturbing family conspiracy involving his wife, Sharon Myers, their son Darryl Kenney, and Darryl’s associate Rubin Nero. Investigators said letters, manipulation, and long-building resentment all played a role in the plot that ended Gary’s life. In this...

Today’s episode explores the tragic murder of Hannah Clarke — a case that brought national attention to the dangers of coercive control and intimate partner violence. We discuss Hannah’s life, her attempts to create safety for herself and her children, and the escalating behaviours that ultimately led to a devastating outcome. This episode also reflects on systemic responses, public reaction, and...

Despite it being in my notes correctly. I mistakenly refer to the children’s mom as Darla…it is Darcie Clark! Not Criminally Responsible (NCR) verdicts often spark outrage and confusion. Many people feel like more and more violent offenders are being found NCR — but is that actually true? In this episode of Let’s Talk About Murder , we break down how NCR works in Canada, how often it is really use...

In 2008, a devastating crime shocked Canada when three young children were killed by their father, Allen Schoenborn , during a custody dispute in Merritt, British Columbia. Following a nationwide manhunt, Schoenborn was arrested and later found Not Criminally Responsible due to mental disorder (NCR) — a verdict that continues to spark intense debate about public safety, mental illness, and justice...

The investigation, the undercover sting, and the legal decisions that meant two confessions… but only one murder trial. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-million-other-choices/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Not every death investigated by authorities is ruled a homicide — but that doesn’t always mean the story is simple. In this episode of Let’s Talk About Murder, we’re unpacking how investigators, medical examiners, and coroners decide when a death is classified as accidental, and why those decisions can be complicated, controversial, and deeply emotional for families. Support this podcast at — http...

In July 2008, a routine overnight trip across Manitoba turned into one of the most widely discussed criminal cases in modern Canadian history. 22-year-old Tim McLean was travelling home when he was killed by fellow passenger Vince Li — a crime that shocked the country and sparked a national conversation about mental illness, public safety, and Canada’s Not Criminally Responsible (NCR) laws. Suppor...

Sometimes the most dangerous moments don’t look dangerous at all — they look ordinary… familiar… even trusted. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-million-other-choices/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Gannon Stauch was a bright, creative little boy who deserved a safe childhood — not to become the center of a case that shocked families across the country.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-million-other-choices/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We talk a lot about victims and offenders… but what about the people who walk into a room and find a life already gone? In this episode of Let’s Talk About Murder , we explore the investigators, first responders, loved ones, and everyday people who become part of a case simply because they were the ones who discovered the truth. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-million-other-choic...

Christina Morris vanished after a night out in Plano, Texas — leaving behind a family desperate for answers and a case that would expose secrets hiding in plain sight, and how one small timeline detail can change everything. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-million-other-choices/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcir...

Jasmine Fiore’s life was vibrant, complicated, and full of possibility — but behind the headlines was a story about control, deception, and the warning signs that too often go unnoticed. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-million-other-choices/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

If you’ve listened to true crime for more than five minutes, you’ve heard both titles used — sometimes interchangeably — and that’s where a lot of confusion starts. In this episode, we break down the real differences between medical examiners and coroners , how each role developed, and why who handles a death investigation can shape everything that follows. Support this podcast at — https://redcir...

Roy was last seen on 23 April 1968 , walking home from school after trying to hitch a ride to save on bus fare so he could buy a new bicycle. Three days later, his body was found in woodland near Cherkley Court, near Mickleham, having been strangled and sexually assaulted — a crime that remained unsolved for more than 30 years .  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-million-other-choi...

In February 2000, nine-year-old Asha Degree disappeared from her home in Shelby, North Carolina. For more than two decades, her case has remained one of the most haunting unsolved missing child investigations in North America. In this episode, we revisit Asha’s story — who she was, what happened the night she vanished, and why investigators now believe meaningful progress may finally be happening....

Lori Dupont was a nurse, a mother, and a colleague who was deeply respected by the people she worked with. She was also a woman who knew she was in danger — and said so. Lori documented the harassment. She reported the threats. She followed the rules and trusted the systems that were supposed to protect her. They didn’t. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-million-other-choices/exclu...