Murder, Mother & Me

In February 1959, nine young and experienced hikers set out across the remote Ural Mountains on what should have been a routine expedition - but none of them would return alive. Weeks later, rescuers discovered their tent abandoned and slashed open from the inside, as if the group had fled in absolute terror into temperatures below -30°C. Their bodies were found scattered across the snow - some ba...

In November 2022, the quiet college town of Moscow, Idaho was rocked by a brutal crime. Four University of Idaho students— Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin —were found murdered in their off-campus home on King Road. The shocking discovery sent waves of fear through the community and drew national attention. As fear grips the small town of Moscow, Idaho, investigator...

In November 2022, the quiet college town of Moscow, Idaho was rocked by a brutal crime. Four University of Idaho students— Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin —were found murdered in their off-campus home on King Road. The shocking discovery sent waves of fear through the community and drew national attention. As investigators searched for answers, rumors spread, and a...

In August 2013, 19-year-old college student Bryce Laspisa vanished under mysterious circumstances after a late-night drive from his campus in Northern California. His SUV was found wrecked and abandoned at Castaic Lake, but Bryce was gone—leaving behind more questions than answers. Was he running from something, suffering a mental break, or the victim of foul play?

In 2016, 23-year-old RAF gunner Corrie McKeague vanished after a night out in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. His disappearance sparked one of the most extensive and baffling investigations in the UK, involving CCTV analysis, massive landfill searches, and countless theories. Despite years of searching, no trace of Corrie has ever been found—leaving behind haunting questions about what really happened i...

We didnt want to keep you waiting until September so enjoy this bonus episode!  In this episode, we unravel two unsettling mysteries: the eerie disappearance of backpacker Lars Mittank in Bulgaria, often called "the most famous missing person on YouTube," and the haunting case of the Desert Sun Café, where a seemingly ordinary diner became tied to a string of strange events and unexplained vanishi...

He called himself The Zodiac. Beginning in the late 1960s, a shadowy figure began a spree of brutal attacks across Northern California, targeting young couples in secluded areas. But what truly set this case apart was the killer’s obsession with attention. He sent a series of cryptic letters and ciphers to local newspapers, taunting police, boasting about his crimes, and threatening more violence...

He called himself The Zodiac. Beginning in the late 1960s, a shadowy figure began a spree of brutal attacks across Northern California, targeting young couples in secluded areas. But what truly set this case apart was the killer’s obsession with attention. He sent a series of cryptic letters and ciphers to local newspapers, taunting police, boasting about his crimes, and threatening more violence...

In 1999, 19-year-old Stephanie Neiman was kidnapped, shot, and buried alive in Oklahoma after witnessing a violent crime. Her killer, Clayton Lockett, was sentenced to death; his botched 2014 execution drew national attention, but her family urged focus on Stephanie’s courage and tragic loss.

In 2021, 23 year old Chandler Halderson from Wisconsin told police his parents had vanished during a weekend getaway. But as the investigation unfolded, disturbing secrets surfaced. What began as a routine missing persons case took a grim turn when dismembered remains were found. Chandler, a seemingly ordinary young man, was charged with their murders. Prosecutors revealed a trail of deception he...

Our very first episode just dropped over on our brand new show Murder, Mother & More on Patreon where for just £2.99 per month, you can get access to 2 bonus episodes aswell as the usual 2 episodes on the main show!   SUBSCRIBE NOW - www.patreon.com/murdermotherandmore   Get a snippet of Episode One and what you can expect from our bonus episodes is less edited, shorter stories, more chat, sam...

Laci Peterson, a 27-year-old pregnant woman from Modesto, California, vanished on December 24, 2002. Her husband, Scott Peterson, told police she was missing after he returned from a solo fishing trip. As the investigation unfolded, suspicion turned toward Scott, especially after news of his affair surfaced. In April 2003, the remains of Laci and her unborn son were discovered. Scott was arrested,...

In 2012, Canadian Luka Magnotta murdered and dismembered international student Jun Lin, filming the crime and posting it online. The disturbing video drew global outrage and triggered a massive international manhunt. Magnotta, who had a history of seeking online attention and infamy, fled the country but was captured in Berlin days later. The case exposed his deeply narcissistic behavior and previ...

In 1947, Elizabeth Short, a 22-year-old aspiring actress was found mutilated and severed in Los Angeles. The media sensationalized the case, dubbing her "The Black Dahlia" and fueling rumors of Hollywood ties. Despite widespread attention and numerous suspects, the crime remains unsolved.

Zebb Quinn, a 19-year-old from Asheville, NC, vanished on January 2, 2000 after a meeting with a friend took a strange turn. Days later, his car was found abandoned, marked with cryptic symbols. Years passed before a suspect emerged, but the biggest mystery remains—where is Zebb?

Amy Lynn Bradley was a 23-year-old American woman who disappeared on March 24, 1998, while on a Royal Caribbean cruise with her family in the Caribbean. She was last seen early in the morning on the balcony of their cabin. Despite extensive searches, no trace of her was found on the ship or in the surrounding waters, leading to speculation that she may have been abducted. Over the years, there hav...

Henry McCabe mysteriously disappeared on September 7, 2015, after a night out with friends in Minnesota. His last communication was a cryptic voicemail filled with eerie noises. His body was later found in a lake, with drowning ruled as the cause, but the bizarre circumstances remain a mystery.

In 2009, 28-year-old Susan Cox Powell vanished from her Utah home, leaving behind her two young sons. As investigators dug deeper, they uncovered a history of control and dysfunction within the Powell family, including disturbing behaviors from Josh and his father, Steve Powell. Join us as we unravel the chilling details of the case that still haunts investigators and true crime enthusiasts to thi...

On July 13, 2011, 32 year old Rebecca Zahau was found hanging nude from a balcony with her hands and feet bound at the Spreckels Mansion in California. Her death was ruled a suicide by authorities however, Rebeccas family has long contested the ruling, believing she was murdered. The case remains a topic of debate, with questions surrounding the evidence, conflicting forensic reports, and suspicio...

In 1931, Julia Wallace was found murdered in her Liverpool home after her husband, William, was lured away by a mysterious phone call. Suspicion fell on him, leading to a conviction that was later overturned due to lack of evidence. Despite numerous theories, the case remains one of England’s most baffling unsolved mysteries.

In this episode we discuss The Columbine High School massacre which occurred on April 20, 1999, in Littleton, Colorado, when two students, Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold, carried out a planned attack on their school. Armed with firearms and homemade explosives, they killed 12 students and a teacher, injuring many more. The tragedy, one of the deadliest school shootings in U.S. history, shocked the...

On December 26, 1996, six-year-old JonBenét Ramsey was found dead in the basement of her Boulder, Colorado home. A mysterious ransom note, signs of strangulation, and a severe head injury pointed to foul play. The case quickly spiraled into a media frenzy, with suspicion falling on her family and theories of an intruder. Police missteps and conflicting evidence left the murder unsolved, making it...

On December 26, 1996, six-year-old JonBenét Ramsey was found dead in the basement of her Boulder, Colorado home. A mysterious ransom note, signs of strangulation, and a severe head injury pointed to foul play. The case quickly spiraled into a media frenzy, with suspicion falling on her family and theories of an intruder. Police missteps and conflicting evidence left the murder unsolved, making it...

On June 27, 1995, Jodi Huisentruit, a beloved morning news anchor in Mason City, Iowa, vanished on her way to work. After missing her shift, police found troubling signs at her apartment: her car still parked, personal belongings scattered, and evidence of a struggle. Despite extensive investigations and theories about a stalker or someone close to her being involved, Jodi’s fate remains a mystery...

In 2003, pizza delivery driver Brian Wells was forced into a bizarre and deadly plot: rob a bank with a live bomb strapped to his neck. In this episode, Josh & Patti unravel the shocking twists of the "Pizza Bomber Heist," a case involving a mysterious scavenger hunt, eccentric conspirators, and questions about Wells’ role—victim or accomplice?   Follow us on instagram @murdermotherandmepodcas...