Mountain Murders

Joan Little was an African American woman who was charged with first degree murder after she stabbed a prison guard who was sexually assaulting her. Joan's case exposed problems with the Jim Crow south's legal system along with a pattern of racially discriminatory practices. Her case attracted feminist activists and Black Panthers. Join us as we discuss Joan's case on Mountain Murders.  Intro Musi...

Are you ready for this week in true crime? Don't hurt yourself as Dylan flexes into the microphone. Hear about his gym adventures. We also discuss body parts, NYC subway security measures, cold case solved in VA and more. Hosts Heather and Dylan Packer www.patreon.com/mountainmurderspodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support.

Leroy Willis "Sprout" Young was a career criminal who loved hillbilly songs. His favorite was "Rattlesnake Daddy" which he often sang around bars and roadhouses in Knoxville, Tennessee-even claiming he'd written the song. Sprout was also a ladies man. When 17 year old Joanna Huffstetler met up with Sprout at a dance hall in town, she let the Rattlesnake Daddy give her a ride home. However, Joanna'...

This week in true crime is bananas! From naked streetfighters on the Venice Boardwalk to a serial killer's failed execution, Mountain Murders has all the news that's fit to discuss (and mock). Hosts Heather and Dylan Packer www.patreon.com/mountainmurderspodcast Proud to be part of the Darkcast Network! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/...

This week Mountain Murders takes you into the world of Charlotte's high society 'Southpark Madame' who catered to powerful clients including doctors, lawyers and businessmen. Sallie Saxon had a charmed childhood filled with ballet lessons and etiquette classes. How did the former model turn to sex work? And how did she become one of the Queen City's most notorious women? Don't miss this scandalous...

A true mountain murder! This case inspired a local murder ballad in our county. This week we're discussing Oma Hicks Naillon Brown, a woman who grew up in an isolated area of Haywood County known as Big Bend. Oma's first husband Benjamin Naillon mysteriously disappeared without a trace. Years later, Oma's second husband and friend vanish. A Chicago detective who happened to be vacationing finally...

Bob Sheldon was murdered in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Sheldon owned The Internationalist Bookstore and was known as a political activist. Was Bob targeted for his radical beliefs, or was he the victim of an armed robbery? Hosts Heather and Dylan Packer Intro Music by Joe Buck Yourself www.patreon.com/mountainmurderspodcast Proud to be part of the Darkcast Network! Become a supporter of this pod...

Massage Brothels, Bible Study, Jennifer Crumbley's sentencing, shitty Valentines and more. Subscribe www.patreon.com/mountainmurderspodcast Proud to be part of the Darkcast Network! Check out the best indie pods on Darkcast! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support .

This week Mountain Murders will be discussing Billy Mansfield Jr, a serial killer and rapist, who murdered at least five women and girls in the late 1970s and early 1980s. When he arrested for the murder of a California woman named Rene Saling, a tip lead investigators in Florida to unearth more bodies buried on his family's 5 acre compound. A true examination of nature vs. nurture, Billy's father...

Thank you for joining us this week as we examine the latest true crime news. From a body found in a crawl space to the theft of King Cakes-we have all the stories you want to hear (and maybe some you wish you hadn't). Hosts Heather and Dylan Packer mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support .

Join us for a bonus episode of listener stories! We've got ghosts, ghouls, goblins, and flying detergent. You don't want to miss the haunting tales told by YOU the listener! Send your stories to mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support .

James Jordan, the father of superstar basketballer Michael Jordan, was found murdered in August 1993. His new red Lexus SC400 was found stripped a few counties away. Larry Demery, a member of the Lumbee tribe, and Daniel Green, an African American, are charged with the murder. This week, Mountain Murders examines the case. There's more than meets the eye story filled with corruption, racism, and s...

This week Mountain Murders discusses the tragic passing of an Appalachian icon, 6 bodies discovered in the Mojave desert, Green River Killer victim ID, and more! Hosts Heather and Dylan Packer www.patreon.com/mountainmurderspodcast We're proud to partner with the Darkcast Network! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support .

25-year-old Melissa McLauchlin was violently gang raped and then murdered by several men who were active duty military or had recently been discharged. The case sparked controversy as some considered it a "hate crime". In total, six men and two women would be held accountable for McLauchlin's murder. Intro Music by Joe Buck Yourself Hosts Heather and Dylan Packer www.patreon.com/mountainmurderspod...

Hey y'all! This week Mountain Murders discusses some of the latest in true crime news including a federal push to outlaw deep fake nudes, a basketball player who was in some hot water, Heather Mack's sentence and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support .

In 1964, Roy Lee Fox along with his younger brother and two relatives planned to rob a dairy farmer in Candler, NC. During the commission of the robbery, Ovella Lunsford, the farmer's wife is killed. Robberies, murder, prison riots and more murder! Join Mountain Murders as we dig into an old case from our neck of the woods this week. Intro Music by Joe Buck Yourself Hosts Heather and Dylan Packer...

This week Mountain Murders discusses some of the wildest news headlines including a lawsuit against Ebay. We also discuss the Colonial Parkway murders, a body in an air mattress, and more! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support .

Warning: this episode discusses self-harm and suicidal ideation. Nancy Spungen was a disturbed, troubled young woman who grew up in a middle-class Jewish family in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She moved to NYC, where Nancy discovered punk rock music. Her life was forever changed. Nancy struggled with heroin addiction. She went to London in 1977, where Nancy was introduced to Sex Pistols bass guitar...

2024 is here and brings with it the latest in true crime news! We discuss George Anthony, Natalia Grace, Gypsy Rose Blanchard and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support .

Mountain Murders drops part two of the Cleveland Torso Murders to kick off the new year! More victims are located and investigators are giving it 110% with little to go on. Every lead is investigated -and there are some wild ones! A few victims fitting the same MO appear in New Castle and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, suggesting the killer rides the rails, leaving carnage in his wake. Sadly, the kille...

Headed into 2024, Heather and Dylan discuss New Year's Resolutions! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support .

The Cleveland Torso Murderer also known as the Mad Butcher of Kingsbury Run was a serial killer active in Cleveland, Ohio during the 1930s. 13 victims were dismembered by the butcher who disposed of the remains in the Kingsbury Run neighborhood. Most victims came from the area known for vagrants, shanty towns, and crime. Famed lawman Elliot Ness led the investigation. Mountain Murders dives into s...

Just in time for your holiday travel...a brand new true crime news recap! This week we dive into a basketball player with NBA ties charged in a Las Vegas Murder, Sahara Sue Doe identity revealed, Epstein's naughty list and more! Hosts Heather and Dylan www.patreon.com/mountainmurderspodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support .

To support the show consider joining us at www.patreon.com/mountainmurderspodcast In 1998, Yale Senior Suzanne Jovin, was preparing for the end of the semester. She was working diligently on her Senior thesis paper, applying for graduate school, and looking forward to a bright future. It was cut short when Suzanne was found murdered in an affluent residential neighborhood two miles from Yale's cam...

This week's recap of true crime news dives into some wild stories from around the nation including bombs being sold on social media, a huge sex trafficking bust in Las Vegas, and Florida scientists who locked their kids in cages... Hosts Heather and Dylan www.patreon.com/mountainmurderspodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support .