CONNECT with Jonathan Mark

On today’s episode, Jonathan is joined by David Ferrugio of the Dead Talks podcast for an in-depth conversation about the nature of death and how to cope with loss. After sharing his harrowing and heartbreaking personal experiences with the 9/11 terrorist attacks as a child growing up in New York, David and Jonathan discuss how the cultural conversation is finally evolving to better help men deal...

On March 31st, 2024, David Gibson was shot in his home in front of his eldest daughter. Today, Jonathan speaks with his wife, Anbria, to tap into the late father of three. After reviewing the night of the murder with Anbria, Jonathan is able to identify a person of interest to the case. Finally, Jonathan and Anbria discuss how this terrible crime has affected not just her family, but her entire co...

In this episode, Jonathan dives back into recent true crime cases with our first international guest. Today’s guest, who chose to remain anonymous to protect the integrity of the investigation, lost her mother in 2022. On February 17th, Traie Olsen was last seen refueling her car at a gas station outside of Brisbane. Her abandoned vehicle was later discovered, but her body was never recovered. Now...

Jonathan meets with Lacey Allen to tap into her husband’s grandfather, Richard E Jackson. Richard died under mysterious circumstances in Gloversville, NY on Mother’s Day (May 10th) 1981. After explaining why this case feels personal to him, Jonathan connects to Richard to unearth new details about his suspicious death, and understand why only perfunctory investigation was done at the time. If you...

Today Jonathan speaks with retired FBI agent Richard Frankel. After some background on Rex Heuermann and the Gilgo Beach murders, Jonathan dives into a fascinating conversation about the view from inside the bureau. Richard Frankel shares details about how the FBI academy training is like “college with guns and driving,” his involvement with the Long Island serial killer investigation and other ma...

Today, Jonathan catches up with Nichole Schmidt of the Gabby Petito Foundation. Together, they discuss how to spot the warning signs of domestic violence and why the Gabby Petito case resonated with so many in the true crime world and the wider media. Later, Jonathan reveals that he’s “not a crystal guy.” If you or someone you know is dealing with domestic violence, you can contact the National Do...

Today Jonathan meets Yvonne Devries, whose son Max Devries disappeared in 2004. After detailing the persistent mystery of what happened on the waters of Aruba that fateful day, Yvonne and Jonathan discuss memories of Max. Later, Yvonne and Jonathan detail how to keep attention on a case after the media spotlight has moved elsewhere. If you have any information on Max Devries or if you want to reac...

Today, Jonathan connects with Francie Wayland, a private investigator, to discuss a case with great personal significance to her. Her friend, Tara Breckenridge, disappeared from the Houston area on August 3, 1992. Police had a suspect, but Tara’s remains were never recovered, and no arrest was ever made. Now, over 30 years later, Jonathan taps in to Tara in order to uncover new leads on where the...

On today’s episode, Jonathan meets with Amelia Courtney, a podcaster investigating cold cases in the Tennessee area. After an unexpected reading, Amelia gives some background on the murders of Carla Atkins and Vickie Stout. Later, Jonathan and Amelia discuss some of the challenges unique to bringing true crime cases to public attention, whether that is dealing with a mixed reaction from law enforc...

Today Jonathan is joined by Sarah Edmondson, host of A Little Bit Culty. What was initially supposed to be a simple interview about Sarah’s life and experiences with the NXIVM cult turns into an unexpected connection with someone from Sarah’s past. After this astonishing surprise reading, Jonathan and Sarah dig into Sarah’s past with NXIVM, her current work covering cults, and Jonathan’s experienc...

In a special crossover episode with Reality Life with Kate Casey, Jonathan and Kate explore one of the more infamous true crime cases in recent memory. Recent advances in DNA evidence and other technology have raised new questions about this tragic and perennial mystery, and after a brief recap of the known facts from Kate, Jonathan taps in to try and shed new light on the case. Be sure to check o...

In today’s episode, Jonathan reunites with Mike and Shannon Anderson as well as Denise Whalen to discuss the death of their son, Gavin Anderson, who was found dead on July 18th of 2022 in East Ridge, Tennessee. After giving some background on the case, Jonathan taps into Gavin to find new leads and discover the strength to keep searching for the truth. If you have any information on the death of G...

Today, Jonathan dives into your DMs and emails to answer questions directly from the listeners. Listen to learn more about Jonathan’s process and growth as a medium. Have a question for Jonathan and want to ask something for our next listener questions special? Just write us a review on Apple Podcasts and send a screenshot of your review and question to connectjonathanmark@gmail.com or @jonathanma...

Today Jonathan speaks with Sabrina Gerhardt, who lost her younger cousin Matthew Reyburn under suspicious circumstances in 2019. Though a suspect turned himself in and confessed to the crime, that confession was later retracted, and questions still swirl around the motives and resolution of this tragic case. During their conversation, Jonathan unearths a possible new focus for the investigation. I...

We here at the CONNECT team are looking to you, our incredible community to help out a family in need. Hannah Kobayahsi has been missing and recently her family suffered yet another devastating loss with the passing of her father. As Jonathan has been in contact with Hannah’s sister Sydni we have been eager to bring this story to you. That being said, with this recent tragedy we decided that speak...

In today’s episode, Jonathan is joined by Kate Casey, host of Reality Life with Kate Casey. The two discuss Kate's personal connection to the Suzanne Simpson case, and Kate gives some important context and background on the investigation. Later, during a brief reading, Jonathan uncovers a possible new complication to the Delphi murders of Abby Williams and Libby German. Be sure to check out Kate’s...

In today’s episode, Jonathan meets Chandler Simpson, a brave young woman with a culture of silence arrayed against her as she searches for her mother, Suzanne. Though Chandler’s father was arrested on assault and murder charges, Suzanne’s body has not been recovered since her disappearance in October 2024. During their conversation, Jonathan and Chandler touch on the community pressures impeding t...

Fresh off his honeymoon and season 1 break, Jonathan lays out the future for the CONNECT podcast. More unsolved cases and more questions right from the listeners are in store for future episodes, but today Jonathan shares some early childhood details of his experiences as a medium. Want to be part of the next show? Just follow @jonathanmarkmedium and DM us your question. Or you can drop us an emai...

In this episode, Jonathan welcomes journalist and true crime podcast host Andrea Gunning from There and Gone: South Street. The series explores the haunting disappearance of Danielle Imbo and Richard Petrone, who vanished nearly two decades ago after leaving a bar in Philadelphia. Andrea and Jonathan discuss his involvement in the investigation, the reading he provided, and multiple theories about...

In this episode, Jonathan sits down with the one and only Real Housewives of New Jersey star, entrepreneur, and fashion designer Margaret Josephs! Margaret opens up about juggling the craziness of TV, family, and her growing beverage empire, and she shares one of her favorite moments from this season of Housewives. As the co-founder of Soirée, her new non-alcoholic drink company, she talks about h...

In this episode, Jonathan welcomes Nichole Schmidt, Gabby Petito’s mom, to share her story. He talks about being brought in by law enforcement to help with Gabby’s case, offering a glimpse into that difficult time. Nichole shares the Gabby Petito Foundation’s focus on self-love, healthy relationships, and training for first responders. She also reflects on Gabby’s free spirit and the global attent...

Jonathan chats with Jenna Dewan about juggling motherhood with her acting career on The Rookie. Jenna shares how her journey from dancer to dance mom has come full circle, though it’s more stressful than she expected. They also dive into the legacy of the hit film Step Up and its impact on dancers everywhere. Plus, things get emotional when Jonathan helps Jenna connect with her late grandfather, a...

Jonathan chats with TV Host and Bird Bakery owner Elizabeth Chambers, who shares her passion for family recipes, how her bakery celebrates life’s special moments, and her dedication to her dedication to raising awareness about toxic relationships through her upcoming TV project. Jonathan then connects Elizabeth with a dearly departed family member, bringing her comfort and answers to lingering que...

In this episode, celebrity makeup artist Jamie Greenberg and Jonathan catch up for the first time since the pandemic, diving into the many changes in the beauty world and the new stresses of being a softball mom. They share laughs about the ups and downs of aging and balancing privacy in their careers. But the heart of the episode is when Jonathan gives Jamie an unforgettable reading, connecting h...

In this episode, Jonathan has an incredible conversation with the talented Qveen Herby, formerly of the pop duo Karmin. She talks about her latest album, ‘The Alchemist,’ and shares her fascinating exploration into mediums and psychic spirituality. Jonathan then bridges the gap between worlds, connecting Qveen Herby with her departed grandfather in a moment filled with love and emotion. Plus, a li...