Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD)

Join host Janelle on Speculating Wildly About Crime as she dives into the enigmatic case of Tamla Horsford, a 40-year-old mother of six who tragically died during a football moms' slumber party. Discover the perplexing timeline, the baffling 911 call, and the contentious investigation that followed. With twists involving race, history, and inconsistencies in witness statements, this episode e...

Welcome to 'Speculating Wildly About Crime' with your host Jamie! In this episode, we dive into the perplexing case of Emma Fillipoff, a young woman who vanished in 2012 from Victoria, British Columbia. Thanks to a listener's suggestion, we explore Emma's life, her strange behavior leading up to her disappearance, and the questions surrounding her mental health and relationship...

In this episode of 'Speculating Wildly About Crime,' host Janelle delves into the mysterious and tragic case of Kris Kremers and Lisanne Froon, also known as the Panama Girls. The two young Dutch women disappeared while hiking in Panama in 2014, leading to an exhaustive search and a plethora of questions and theories. From the discovery of their belongings and partial remains to chilling...

The Mysterious Disappearance of Joe Pichler In this episode of 'Speculating Wildly About Crime', Jamie dives into the mysterious disappearance of child actor Joe Pichler. Born in 1987 in Washington State, Joe found early success in Hollywood. Known for his roles in 'Varsity Blues' and 'Beethoven's 3rd and 4th', Joe's career was on the rise before he returned...

In this episode of Speculating Wildly About Crime, Janelle delves into the mysterious case of Missy Bevers, a fitness instructor brutally murdered in a church in Midlothian, Texas. The episode recounts Missy's life, the circumstances surrounding her murder, and the ongoing investigation. Surveillance footage reveals a suspect in tactical gear, but their identity remains unknown. Janelle discu...

Join host Jamie as we delve into the baffling disappearance of Lee Cutler from Buffalo Grove, Illinois. In this episode, we explore Lee's life, relationships, and the unusual circumstances surrounding the night he went missing in October 2007. From his close bond with his mother to his final sightings and unresolved evidence, we piece together theories on what could have happened to Lee. Was...

The Disappearance of Lauren Spierer: A Deep Dive into the Unsolved Mystery Join the SWAC PACK as they delve into the baffling case of Lauren Spierer. Lauren was a 20-year-old Indiana University student who vanished in 2011 after a night out. In this episode we will cover the key events leading up to her disappearance, as well as people involved, and of course explore various theories and speculate...

Join today's episode of Speculating Wildly About Crime as we delve into the puzzling case of Brandon Lawson, a 26-year-old father of four who vanished in August 2013 after leaving his home following a fight. Brandon's plan was to visit his father's house, but his night ended with an empty gas tank and a bewildering 911 call, after which he disappeared without a trace. Despite nearly...

The Mysterious Disappearance of Ben McDaniel: Diving into the Unknown In this episode of Speculating Wildly About Crime, host Janelle explores the baffling disappearance of Ben McDaniel, a diving enthusiast who vanished while exploring Florida's Vortex Spring in 2010. Amidst personal struggles and debts, Ben relocated to pursue his passion for scuba diving. The episode delves into the details...

Speculating Wildly About Darlie Routier - Part 2: Revisiting the Controversial Case In this episode of Speculating Wildly About Crime, Jamie and team will delve into the second part of the controversial case of Darlie Routier. It's a detailed analysis of Darlie's statements post-surgery, conflicting stories, police focus, and her eventual arrest and charge with capital murder. The episod...

The Chilling Case of Darlie Routier - Part 1 | Speculating Wildly About Crime Join Jamie, this week’s host of Speculating Wildly About Crime, as we delve into the perplexing and tragic case of Darlie Routier in this first part of a two-part episode. We explore the background of Darlie's life, the night of the incident in 1996, and the aftermath, including the intense 911 call and the detailed...

The Unsolved Mystery of Cindy James: Stalking, Harassment, or Mental Disorder? In this episode of Speculating Wildly About Crime, Dana delves into the haunting and perplexing case of Cindy James. Born in 1944 and finding a career as a nurse, Cindy's life took a dark turn after separating from her husband, Roy Makepeace. Cindy reportedly faced relentless stalking, harassment, and violent threa...

Between 2005-2009 the bodies of 8 women were found in or around Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana. Despite the creation of a task force and the family’s demands for answers, these cases, which came to be known as the Jeff Davis 8, remain unsolved. The connections between the victims and key players in the Jennings area have left questions of who might be responsible, and whether corruption has pla...

Between 2005-2009 the bodies of 8 women were found in or around Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana. Despite the creation of a task force and the family’s demands for answers, these cases, which came to be known as the Jeff Davis 8, remain unsolved. The connections between the victims and key players in the Jennings area have left questions of who might be responsible, and whether corruption has pla...

On January 26, 2011, Ellen Greenberg, a beloved teacher, was found dead in her apartment. Initially ruled a homicide, the cause of death was later changed to suicide, despite the fact that Ellen had over 20 stab wounds, including multiple to the back of her head and neck. According to her fiancé, he returned to the apartment the two shared after spending time at the gym, only to find the door lock...

Today we're diving into part 2 of the mysterious case of Mitrice Richardson. This case is one that has sparked public outcry for over a decade.  Mitrice Richardson was a bright and promising young woman, known for her vibrant personality and infectious smile. However, her life took a tragic turn in September 2009, when she mysteriously vanished after being released from the Lost Hills Sheriff...

Today we're diving into the mysterious case of Mitrice Richardson. This case is one that has sparked public outcry for over a decade.  Mitrice Richardson was a bright and promising young woman, known for her vibrant personality and infectious smile. However, her life took a tragic turn in September 2009, when she mysteriously vanished after being released from the Lost Hills Sheriff's St...

On January 6, 2006, Melissa Howard, a young mother of three was tragically found dead inside her home. Recently divorced, dating again, and a nasty custody battle left the cops pointing fingers in several directions. Unfortunately, there wasn't enough to make a conviction stick until over a decade later when new evidence emerged that led to an arrest.  It seemed like a closed case…but was it...

The SWAC Stack: The Tragic Stories of Rehtaeh Parsons and April Dawn Andrews In the first ever SWAC Stack episode, the SWAC Pack delves into two heart-wrenching cases. The first case covers the tragic story of Rehtaeh Parsons, a 17-year-old from Canada who suffered tremendous abuse at a party. Those responsible largely evaded punishment. Reteah became the subject of severe bullying and faced menta...

In this compelling episode of 'Speculating Wildly About Crime,' host Dana delves into the mysterious case of Beth Kutz, a mother of two from Poignet, Wisconsin, who went missing on July 27, 2000. Utilizing resources from an Investigation Discovery episode and court documents, Dana explores Beth's tumultuous marriage to Dan, their financial struggles, and the multiple affairs on both...

Host Jamie delves into the case of Daniel Robinson. Daniel, a 24-year-old field geologist, vanished on June 23, 2021, in Buckeye, Arizona, leaving behind his Jeep and personal items in the desert. We analyze potential flaws in the police investigation, discuss various theories from accidental mishap to foul play, and spotlight the Robinson’s ongoing fight for answers. Learn how you can support the...

In March of 1998, Amy Lynn Bradley and her family embarked on a Caribbean Cruise. Within a few days of the trip, Amy disappeared. Despite the family’s efforts to search both the cruise ship and the area where the ship docked and multiple potential sightings, Amy has never been found. Was Amy’s vanishing an act of foul play? Did she fall overboard? 26 years later this case remains unsolved and Amy’...

When 24-year old real estate agent, Lindsay Buziak received a call from a potential buyer seeking out a million dollar listing, she jumped at the opportunity. But less than an hour into the showing Lindsay was found dead on the floor of the master bedroom. 16-years later, the murder is still unsolved leaving many loved ones without answers. In this episode of Speculating Wildly about Crime, Caroli...

The idyllic beaches of Aruba hide a chilling secret. On this episode of Speculating Wildly About Crime, we revisit the captivating but heartbreaking case of Natalee Holloway's disappearance.  Years of agonizing questions took a dramatic turn with a confession. Joran van der Sloot, the prime suspect, finally admitted to involvement. But did he reveal the whole truth? We'll dive deep into:...

In this two-part episode, Janelle enthralls the SWAC Pack with the case of Phoebe Handsjuk. On December 2, 2010 Phoebe was found dead at the bottom of a garbage chute in a luxury apartment complex having fallen 12 stories. Despite the initial ruling that no third party was involved, many question whether this was a voluntary action. Was Phoebe able to climb into the garbage chute on her own? Was i...