Not Your Mama’s Murder

In February 2004, 21-year-old nursing student Maura Murray vanished after crashing her car along a rural road in Haverhill, New Hampshire. Despite an extensive search and countless theories, Maura’s whereabouts remain unknown. In this episode, we explore the mysterious circumstances surrounding her disappearance, the unanswered questions, and the theories that have kept this haunting case alive fo...

Our first episode with a guest takes a unique twist as we learn about the death of Ricky Lee Howard with Megan Phillips. Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem, family annihilators always have something to hide, and Satanic Panic is never the answer. National Crime Stoppers Hotline:1-800-222-8477 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-7...

a California woman who spent years pretending to have Hodgkin’s lymphoma. She documented her supposed cancer journey online, received emotional and financial support from friends, church members, and strangers, and ultimatelycollected more than $100,000 in donations. Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem, family annihilators always have something to hide, and...

The highs and lows of September's true crime headlines Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem, family annihilators always have something to hide, and Satanic Panic is never the answer. National Crime Stoppers Hotline:1-800-222-8477 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...

Tennessee is set to execute its only female inmate today Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem, family annihilators always have something to hide, and Satanic Panic is never the answer. National Crime Stoppers Hotline:1-800-222-8477 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

All the things that were in the news while our eyes were glued to the Clancy trial Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem, family annihilators always have something to hide, and Satanic Panic is never the answer. National Crime Stoppers Hotline:1-800-222-8477 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

A tragedy? Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem, family annihilators always have something to hide, and Satanic Panic is never the answer. National Crime Stoppers Hotline:1-800-222-8477 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

n 2019, actor Jussie Smollett reported that he had been the victim of a racist and homophobic attack in Chicago. The case quickly became a national controversy when investigators alleged that Smollett had staged the incident and falsely reported it to police. He was later convicted of five counts of felony disorderly conduct and sentenced to jail, but in 2024 the Illinois Supreme Court overturned...

Just a little check in on life and the state of things Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem, family annihilators always have something to hide, and Satanic Panic is never the answer. National Crime Stoppers Hotline:1-800-222-8477 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...

The disappearance of Natalee Holloway in Aruba became one of the most haunting missing-person cases in modern history. This podcast examines the events surrounding her 2005 disappearance, the investigation, the suspects, and the decades-long search for answers. Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem, family annihilators always have something to hide, and Satan...

In this episode, we examine the life and actions of Timothy McVeigh, the man responsible for the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing. We explore the events leading up to the attack, the investigation that followed, and the lasting impact the bombing had on the United States, including changes to domestic security and public awareness of extremist violence. Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never a...

July headlines. Lindsay Clancy, Bryan Kohburger, Nolan Wells, a 30 year cold case, documentaries and more. Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem, family annihilators always have something to hide, and Satanic Panic is never the answer. National Crime Stoppers Hotline:1-800-222-8477 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Hosted...

n this episode, we examine the heartbreaking case of Anthony Avalos, a 10-year-old California boy whose death exposed devastating failures in the child welfare system. Despite repeated reports of suspected abuse and multiple opportunities for intervention, Anthony remained in an environment that ultimately proved fatal. Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem,...

In this episode, we explore the tragic case of professional cyclist Moriah “Mo” Wilson, whose promising career was cut short in a shocking 2022 murder that captivated thenation. We examine the events leading up to the crime, the investigation that uncovered a jealousy-driven motive, and the dramatic international manhunt that en...

A rundown of the new A&E documentary on Scott's recently court filings claiming new evidence. Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem, family annihilators always have something to hide, and Satanic Panic is never the answer. National Crime Stoppers Hotline:1-800-222-8477 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Hosted on Acast...

In this episode, we explore the infamous Lizzie Borden case, one of America's most enduring true crime mysteries. Accused of the brutal 1892 axe murders of her father and stepmother, Lizzie Borden was acquitted at trial, yet suspicion has followed her for more than a century. We examine the evidence, the courtroom drama, and the unanswered questions that continue to fuel debate about what really h...

A spring break trip turns into a nightmare Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem, family annihilators always have something to hide, and Satanic Panic is never the answer. National Crime Stoppers Hotline:1-800-222-8477 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A glimpse inside my mind, what to epoxy in the future and you headlines from June 1st-July 1st Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem, family annihilators always have something to hide, and Satanic Panic is never the answer. National Crime Stoppers Hotline:1-800-222-8477 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Hosted on Acast. S...

How many times can one man confess to the same murder? Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem, family annihilators always have something to hide, and Satanic Panic is never the answer. National Crime Stoppers Hotline:1-800-222-8477 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...

Two women close to Michael met the end of their lives at the bottom of the stairs. Coincidence, or murder? Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem, family annihilators always have something to hide, and Satanic Panic is never the answer. National Crime Stoppers Hotline:1-800-222-8477 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Hosted...

A pregnant woman goes missing on Christmas Eve while he husband is out golfing...or was it fishing? Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem, family annihilators always have something to hide, and Satanic Panic is never the answer. National Crime Stoppers Hotline:1-800-222-8477 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Hosted on Aca...

One wife goes missing and the other ends up dead. Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem, family annihilators always have something to hide, and Satanic Panic is never the answer. National Crime Stoppers Hotline:1-800-222-8477 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Headlines from 5-23-26 to 5-30-26 Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem, family annihilators always have something to hide, and Satanic Panic is never the answer. National Crime Stoppers Hotline:1-800-222-8477 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A terrible accident or calculated murder? https://gofund.me/63674ac57 Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem, family annihilators always have something to hide, and Satanic Panic is never the answer. National Crime Stoppers Hotline:1-800-222-8477 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

true crime headlines from5-15-26 to 5-22-26 and a debrief on what to expect from Fridays episode of Makenzie Shirilla Your weekly reminder that cult leaders are never as charismatic as they seem, family annihilators always have something to hide, and Satanic Panic is never the answer. National Crime Stoppers Hotline:1-800-222-8477 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-...