What we lose in the Shadows (A father and daughter True Crime Podcast)

Send us Fan Mail  This week we traverse this heartrending terrain, beginning with the case of mommy vlogger Ruby Frankie. Her egregious parenting tactics, which incited widespread fury, raise pivotal questions about the unseen scars inflicted upon children in the name of discipline, and the haunting legacy such actions leave. Caroline and I also confront the grim tale of Ruby Frankie and Jody Hild...

Send us Fan Mail This week we tread carefully into sensitive territory, with a content warning for discussions on rape and sexual assault, as we scrutinize the shocking actions of Danny Masterson. Known for his role on "That '70s Show," Masterson's conviction and the bravery of the two victims who brought him to Justus. Shifting the lens to celebrity crime, we grapple with the...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt a shiver down your spine while walking to your car in a deserted parking lot? That ripple of fear isn't unfounded, as Caroline and I explore the unsettling truth behind women's safety in these common yet potentially perilous spaces. We take you through the heart-wrenching abductions of Kelsey Smith and Mercedes Vega, whose stories are stark reminders o...

Send us Fan Mail The bravery of two young girls who faced life-threatening dangers and their incredible rescues are the heart-pounding narratives we share in a chapter you won't forget. From the streets of Long Beach to the quiet town of Mount Vernon, these stories of survival remind us of the power of community awareness and the ever-important role of the National Center for Missing and Expl...

Send us Fan Mail Our dialogue recounts the harrowing path of two premeditated murders.  The first case involves the 2021 murder of Spanish teacher, Nahema Graber, in rural Iowa. The second the 1975 case of Debbie Gamma, a student whose life ended at the hands of her English teacher, Raymond Payne.   https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/crime/nohema-graber-jeremy-goodale-willard-mill...

Send us Fan Mail   Transition to a moment in history marked by tragedy—the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Park bombing. We honor the heroism of Richard Jewell, a security guard whose quick actions saved countless lives but couldn't shield him from the media's misguided accusations. The real perpetrator, Eric Rudolph, eludes capture by weaving a trail of devastation with his lethal nail-laden devic...

Send us Fan Mail As we reopen the dusty files of the past, we're not just revisiting cold cases; we're reigniting the flame of justice. Welcome to the new season of our podcast, where we peel back the veneer of nature's beauty to reveal the grim reality of true crime. Today, we grapple with the harrowing events of Julie and Lollie's fateful camping trip in Shenandoah National P...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the unsettling truths behind Jeffrey Epstein's criminal network as Jameson Keys and I, Caroline, peel back the layers of his infamous legacy. Our latest episode brings to light the harrowing consequences of Epstein's actions and the complex intersections of wealth, power, and the quest for justice. Join us for an unflinching examination of how Epstein's vas...

Send us Fan Mail Can you even begin to imagine the raw emotional turmoil of losing a child? Brace yourself for a harrowing journey into the shadowy world of child abduction in our latest episode. We will take you through an agonizing 51-year search for Melissa Highsmith, abducted at just two years old, underscoring the importance of unwavering hope even when the odds seem insurmountable.  Then, we...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what goes on in the minds of serial killers? Join us today as we pull back the curtain on the eerie world of Keith Jesperson, better known as the "Happy Face Killer". We trace his dark childhood, marred by violence and abuse, and speculate how these early experiences could have nudged him down a sinister path. We also analyze a disquieting exchange of letters...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine finding an Apple AirTag hidden in your car - a sinister shadow trailing your every move. A tale that chills the bones, yet that's precisely what happened in a disturbing case of stalking that culminated in a heartbreaking tragedy. This episode dissects the horrifyingly real implications of such technology being misused and emphasizes the critical importance of recogni...

Send us Fan Mail Want to know how a man eluded justice amidst a trail of suspicious activities and chilling criminal behavior? Imagine a tale of power, corruption, and murder that unfolds the dark mysteries surrounding the disappearance of Stacey Peterson and the controversial death of Kathleen Savio, with their husband, Drew Peterson, at the center of this storm. Join us as we explore a gripping...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever imagined what it’s like to have someone you love vanish without a trace? To be left with nothing but a jigsaw puzzle of their last known moments, a patchwork of clues that never seem to fit together. That's the agonizing reality we're delving into today, focusing on the heart-rending case of 26-year-old Autumn Shaganash, an Indigenous woman who disappeared...

Send us Fan Mail In a revelatory segment, we unpack the troubling case of Robert Card, an Army reservist grappling with mental health issues yet having alarmingly easy access to firearms. We hold nothing back as we question the efficacy of gun control laws in the United States. The narrative of veterans and their struggles with mental health, homelessness, and inadequate support systems during the...

Send us Fan Mail Ready to venture into the chilling narrative of one of England's darkest chapters? We promise to unmask the horrifying tale of Peter Sutcliffe, the notorious murderer who unleashed terror on the women of Leeds in the late 1970s. We'll journey together through the harrowing accounts of his victims, most of whom were just seeking a ride home at the end of their day. Hear h...

Send us Fan Mail Are you ready to get lost in the shadows of a real-life mystery? This episode of "What We Lose in the Shadows" takes you on a compelling journey into the life of Peggy Carr, a woman born to deaf parents in a small, rural Florida town, and a mystery that would leave a community on edge.  Stay with us as we unravel the strange occurrences in Peggy's life that lead to...

Send us Fan Mail Ready for an edge-of-your-seat episode?  We traverse the stormy seas and dangerous landscapes of Somalia. Pirates, child soldiers, land mines, and kidnapping stories are not for the faint of heart. We delve into the terrifying reality of these threats, putting a spotlight on the brave aid worker, Jessica Buchanan. Jessica endured an unimaginable three-month ordeal of captivity at...

Send us Fan Mail What if one child's tragic disappearance could spark a nationwide conversation that changed the landscape of child safety forever? That's precisely what happens as we dive deep into the haunting story of six-year-old Etan Patz, whose face was projected onto Times Square buildings and whose story inspired laws and projects that are still in effect today.  In the chilling...

Send us Fan Mail Jason Billingsley, a man who walked free after serving just seven years of a thirty-year sentence for a horrific crime. We dissect the circumstances surrounding his early release, scrutinize the evidence against him, and discuss the gripping implications this has on society as a whole. Finally, we examine the cracks in the justice system that allowed such a travesty to occur, lead...

Send us Fan Mail How does a cold case from 1987, a brutal murder, and the relentless pursuit of justice converge into a single story? Welcome back to "What We Lose in the Shadows," where we'll take you on a gripping journey through a crime that shook a quiet Michigan town to its core. Brace yourself as we dissect the chilling details of Roxanne Wood's murder, a life tragically...

Send us Fan Mail  We turn our focus to the heart-wrenching case of Gabriel Davies, a missing child who transforms into a critical piece in a shocking homicide investigation. The web of intrigue begins to unravel with Gabriel's disappearance, taking a dark turn with the gruesome discovery at the residence of Daniel McCaw, his mother's former boyfriend. As we dissect the unnerving crime sc...

Send us Fan Mail Can you imagine the sheer terror of encountering a convicted murderer in your home? That's the chilling reality we unpack in this week’s episode, where we recount the haunting escape of Danelo Cavalcante, a notorious convict who is currently on the loose in Pennsylvania Terrorizing the Keystone State. Sit tight, as we bring you an unimaginable tale of tragedy, courage, and a...

Send us Fan Mail In a world where the rich and famous often seem to be above the law, we address the unsettling incident involving Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez. Hear about how Megan was shot in the feet by Tori, following a pool party at Kylie Jenner's house, how she covered for him when the police arrived, and the subsequent arrest of Tori for carrying a concealed weapon. This incident...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how advanced DNA testing is cracking cold cases? We focus on the arrest of John Bittrolf who was apprehended for the murders of Rita Tangredi and Colleen McNamee due to a DNA match, two decades after the crimes. We highlight the significance of attentive observation and the courage to act when confronted with suspicious behavior. The mystery deepens as we reveal an u...

Send us Fan Mail Brace yourself for a chilling journey into the darkness of human nature as we unravel the harrowing tale of 13-year-old Jayme Closs. Are you ready to confront the horrifying reality of the crime that shattered the innocence of a small-town Wisconsin community? Joined by our special guest, Bri, we'll guide you step by step through the eerie events of the home invasion that tur...