Crime, Wine & Chaos

Our 200th episode! This week, Amber covers Gary Ridgway, "The Green River Killer" who terrorized women in the Seattle area for over 20 years. Then, Naomi takes us down a rabbit hole of organized crime, secret government agencies, and the life of a family on the run, fractured by the delusions of a man who loved them. This week, Amber was drinking Celsius - Tropical Vibe. Amber's Sou...

This week, Naomi covers the shocking murders of Austin Wenner and Jessica Lewis, their bodies discovered by teens whose video of their discovery went viral on TikTok. Then Amber covers one home owners battle with his HOA. Naomi's Sources: Netflix's Worst Roommate Ever S2 E4 - The Lethal Landlord https://www.seattletimes.com/burien-man-charged-with-murder-in-deaths-of-two-people https://e...

This week, Amber tells the horrific crime of Oscar Urias who is accused of killing his girlfriend and her younger sister with a machete. Then, Naomi dives in on an American cult who’s horrible effects and influences on drug treatment, the troubled teen industry, and self-help programs are still felt today. For this episode, Amber was drinking  Knock Knock Viura Sauvignon Blanc Amber's Sources...

This week, Naomi covers the wrongful conviction of Marcellus Williams and his decades long fight against a death sentence. Then Amber discusses a medical case that may have been the result of the July effect. For this episode, Amber was drinking San Cislato Pinot Grigio Naomi's Sources: https://apnews.com/missouri-death-row-hearing-marcellus-williams https://murderpedia.org/male. W/w/williams...

This week, Amber tells the survival story of Elishaba Doersken. Elishaba is the oldest daughter of Robert Hale. She made a dramatic escape in 2005 from the family's compound in the Wrangell Mountain.  Then, Naomi delves into the Raellian Movement, labeled a cult by multiple countries, and the man who founded and leads it . This week, Amber was just enjoying an iced coffee.  Amber's Sourc...

This week, Naomi covers the murder of a promising young dancer at the hands of a trusted family friend.  Then Amber covers the college admission scandal where wealthy parents paid to have their children's exam scores and athleticism fraudulently reported for college acceptance. For this episode, Amber was drinking Ravelston Chardonnay. Naomi's sources:   https://allthatsinteresting.com/r...

This week, Amber covers the murder of Carrie Ann Jopek. Carrie Ann's case went cold for 30 years before her killer confessed. Then, Naomi takes us back to US westward expansion and a most notable tragedy inflicted at the hands of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.   For this episode, Amber was drinking a South Australian Chardonnay from Ravelston Cellars Amber's Sources: Ma...

This week, Naomi covers a notorious unsolved murder in Sydney that may always remain a mystery. Then Amber covers, The Shaggs. Were they the greatest band of all time, or the worst? You decide. This week, Amber is drinking Michael David Petite Petit You Tube Video: My Pal Foot Foot - The Shaggs Naomi's sources: https://www.dailystar.co.uk/news/weird-news/mystery-rack-man-found-crucified-32274...

This week, Amber covers the murder of Megan Parra. On June 28, 2014, Megan's parent's find her clinging to life on the floor in her home. Her death was initially ruled as a suicide.  Then, Naomi lays out a web of racism and corruption in St. Lawrence County, NY that still needs to be held accountable to this day. This week, Amber was drinking Michael David Petite Petit  Amber's Sour...

This week, Naomi covers the tragic murder that inspired Megan’s Law. Then Amber does a baby dive into Scientology and asks the question: Where is Shelly Miscavige? Naomi's sources:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ff6acjQ7dsE https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Megan_Kanka https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Megan%27s_Law https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/megans-law-story https://www.latimes.com...

This week, Amber covers the murder of Cheyenne Clough. Cheyenne  was a beautiful young mother whose life was senselessly taken away by the very people who she believed were her friends. Then, Naomi takes us on a dark, fairy tale journey to a land that may still be home to giants. Amber's Sources: Mean Girls S1 E7 3 Suspects Charged In Buffalo Teen's Shooting Death - CBS Minnesota Always...

This week, Naomi covers the story of a smalltown teen who took his own life after internet scammers blackmailed him through sextortion.  Then Amber covers the implosion of Ocean Gates, Titan submersible. For this episode, Amber was drinking a peach vibe Celsius Naomi's sources: https://www.bloomberg.com2024-sextortion-teen-suicides/   https://www.tiktok.com/@jennbuta?lang=en   https://www.upp...

In this episode, Amber covers the case of Stephanie Wasilishin , a young beautiful mother whose life was taken after a domestic dispute. Nearly 30 years later, no arrest has ever been made. Amber is joined this week by guest co-host, Allison Buist. Anyone with information about the death of Stephanie Wasilishin is asked to call the Sedona PD at 928-282-3100 Please sign the petition demanding an in...

This week, Amber covers the story of Danielle Bell. Danielle went missing in 2001 when she was just 14-years old. Her case is still unsolved. Amber is joined this week by guest co-host, Allison Buist. Anyone with information about the disappearance of Danielle Bell is asked to call Escambia County Sheriff’s Office at 850-436-9620Or The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children at 1800-843...

This week, Amber covers the events around the arrest of mommy vlogger Ruby Franke for severe child abuse. Then, Naomi takes us back to the Vietnam war protests and the tragic deaths of four students at Kent State. For this episode, Amber was drinking  Villa di Mare Puglia Rosato 202. Amber's sources: https://www.thecut.com/article/ruby-franke-utah-mommy-vlogger-pleads-guilty-to-child-abuse.ht...

This week, Naomi covers the disappearance and presumed murder of two teenage girls in Oklahoma City after spending the day at the State Fair. Then Amber covers the mysterious Oak Island. Naomi's Sources: https://www.koco.com/kidnapping-charlotte-kinsey-cinda-pallett https://www.oklahoman.com/missing-girls-1981-unsolved-cinda-pallett-charlotte-kinsey https://storiesoftheunsolved.comdisappearan...

This week Amber covers the murder of Brittney Gregory. 16-year old Brittney vanished one night in 2004, after desperately trying to find a ride to her boyfriends house.  Then, Naomi covers the disappearance and death of a family that to this day still has no answers. For this epidoe, Amber was drinking a sparkling berry Celsius.  Amber's Sources: Deadline Crime with Tamron Hall S6 E4 The Jers...

This week, Naomi covers a murder in a small town in Colorado that left a whole community grieving. Then Amber covers Twin Flames Universe,  a cult run by Jeff and Shaleia Divine. For this episode, Amber was drinking Cabernet - Radius from Columbia Valley Naomi's Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvrp87VXtD4 https://www.mesacounty.us/news/district-attorney/cohee-found-guilty https://www...

In  episode 182, Amber tells the story of Jessica Bergsten who was murdered by a pro skater she believed was her friend. Then Naomi tells the events of the very public life and trial of R. Budd Dwyer and it’s tragic end.  This week, Amber was drinking 7 Moons - a red blend from California. Amber's Sources: Shattered S2 E3 – The Darkside Mark Rogowski - Wikipedia DA fighting parole granted to...

This week, Naomi covers a family annihilation that many today consider unsolved, with two men wrongly convicted of the crime.   Then Amber tells the history of the Duggar family. For this episode, Amber was drinking 7 Moons red blend from California Naomi's sources: https://www.seattleweekly.com/king-county-prosecutor-says-the-show-is-bunk   http://kenklonsky.com/timeline-for-rafay-burns/   h...

This week, Amber tells the story of England's most prolific cyber stalker, Matthew Hardy. Then, Naomi covers the largest protest in Washington DC of its time, when WWI vets occupied the city demanding the money they were promised. Amber pulled her sources from: 11 years, 10 arrests, at least 62 women: how did Britain’s worst cyberstalker evade justice for so long? | Women | The Guardian &apos...

This week, Naomi covers the tragic double murder of a young mom and her toddler son, and the decades-long search for their killer. Then Amber covers Love Has Won Cult which chronicles the life and death of Amy Carlson AKA Mother God.  Naomi pulled her sources from: https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/in-the-dark https://www.seattletimes.com/man-imprisoned-in-california-charged https://www.ke...

This week, Amber talks about the horrible murder of Sherry Gibson. In rural Indiana, in 1975, a farmer came across a young man locked in the trunk of his own car that was parked at lover's lane. When he was let out, he had a story that sounded to strange to be true.  Then Naomi covers the shocking details that led to one of the deadliest fires in modern history in the UK. Amber pulled her sou...

This week, Naomi tells us the tragic events that led to the murder of a gifted young musician while studying abroad. Then Amber tells the updated story of Natalia Grace. This case was first done on episode 19, but with new information, it was necessary to retell the story. For this episode, Amber was drinking Oshun - a white wine from South Africa.  Naomi pulled her sources from: https://bringmeth...

This week, Amber covers the attack on Queena Phu. 18 year old Queena was dropping off library books one night, when her life changed forever.  Then, Naomi tells a crazy true story about the time anti-aircraft artillery was fired for over an hour over the City of Angels. This week, Amber was drinking Apothic Red from California Amber pulled her sources from: Text Me When You Get Home – S1 E10 Text...