Midwest Malice

In 1974, sisters Mary and Susanne Reker vanished while shopping for school supplies, only for their bodies to be found weeks later in a quarry, stabbed in a crime that remains unsolved to this day. Despite promising leads, suspects, and decades of investigation, the truth behind their murders has never surfaced. In this episode, I break down the case, the theories, and the frustrating ethical dile...

In 1965, 16-year-old Sylvia Likens endured unimaginable cruelty at the hands of Gertrude Baniszewski, her children, and others—a case so disturbing it still haunts true crime history. In this episode, I break down the horrifying abuse, the trial, and the lasting impact of one of America’s most shocking murders. Hit play and let’s uncover the truth. https://www.tiktok.com/@mmalicepodcast https://ww...

In April 1991, Angela Hammond vanished from a payphone in Clinton, Missouri, in what seemed like a targeted abduction. Witnesses, eerie details, and theories have kept this case alive for decades, but the mystery remains unsolved. In this episode, I break down the investigation, suspects, and unanswered questions, exploring what really happened that night and why Angela’s case still haunts Missour...

Thanksgiving is supposed to be a time for family and gratitude—but in this chilling case, it became a day of unimaginable tragedy. A brutal murder shattered a holiday gathering, leaving behind unanswered questions and a community in shock. In this episode, I unpack the crime, the investigation, and the lingering mystery that still leaves people asking: What really happened that day? Hit play and l...

In March 2008, tragedy struck the Sueppel family when hidden struggles led to an unthinkable crime. The case left Iowa stunned, as people wrestled with how and why this horrific act unfolded. In this episode, I break down the details, the motives, and the lingering questions surrounding one of Iowa’s most devastating family murders. Hit play and let’s uncover the story. https://www.tiktok.com/@mma...

In 1993, five people were murdered in Mason City, Iowa, in a crime tied to a methamphetamine operation that exposed the dark underbelly of drug trafficking, the failures of law enforcement, and the long road to justice. In this episode, I break down the murders, the investigation, and the convictions that finally brought closure. Hit play and let’s talk about it. https://www.tiktok.com/@mmalicepod...

For nearly two decades, John Edward Robinson operated in Illinois, Kansas City, MO, and Overland Park, KS, luring victims through fraud, deception, and online chatrooms. Dubbed the Internet’s first serial killer, Robinson used his charm and manipulation to prey on vulnerable women, leading to a string of murders, disappearances, and shocking discoveries. In this episode, I break down his crimes, h...

On February 14, 1929, seven men were gunned down in a Chicago garage, marking one of the most infamous mob hits in history. For my podcast debut, I team up with the hosts of “Let’s Get to the Bottom of That” to unravel the rivalries, theories, and lasting impact of the Valentine’s Day Massacre. After diving into the case, we’ll chat about the vision behind this podcast and get insights from some w...