Who Killed Sister Cathy?

In part two of this revealing dialogue, Shane and Gemma continue their conversation with Dr. Colin Ross about the potential connections between Father Maskell and the CIA's MKUltra program. Dr. Ross expands on the evidence linking systematic abuse patterns to government-sanctioned experimentation, examining the psychological mechanisms used to control and permanently silence victims. The discu...

In part one of a revealing two-part dialogue, Shane and Gemma engage with Dr. Colin Ross to explore a controversial and disturbing question: Could Father Maskell have been a participant in the CIA's MKUltra program? Dr. Ross, whose expertise in dissociation and trauma-related disorders is recognized worldwide, brings a wealth of knowledge and clinical experience to this troubling inquiry. His...

In part two of this examination of the Doe Roe trial, Attorney Beverly Wallace continues to share her detailed account of the legal proceedings that tested Maryland's justice system. Wallace's narrative encompasses the significant hurdles of pursuing justice through the courts when defendants are backed by the full institutional power of the Catholic Church. Shane and Gemma facilitate a ri...

This episode marks a gripping new chapter as Shane and Gemma welcome Attorney Beverly Wallace to shed light on one of Maryland's most contentious legal battles. In part one of this two-part episode, Wallace opens up about the landmark Doe Roe trial, where disturbing allegations of sexual abuse within a Catholic institution came to the fore in open court. Her articulate and detailed recounting...

In the concluding part of the three-part series on abuse psychology, hosts Shane and Gemma complete their extensive conversation with Dr. Ellen Lacter. This episode brings the discussion full circle, addressing the long-term recovery process for survivors of extreme and ritual abuse, the significant barriers they face in seeking justice through institutional channels, and the systemic mechanisms t...

In the second installment of this three-part series on abuse psychology, hosts Shane and Gemma continue their in-depth exploration with Dr. Ellen Lacter. Building on the foundational concepts established in part one, this episode delves deeper into the clinical mechanisms of dissociation and the lasting psychological impact of extreme trauma on survivors. Dr. Lacter brings her extensive clinical e...

In the first installment of a compelling three-part series, hosts Shane and Gemma delve into the complex psychological terrain of abuse with Dr. Ellen Lacter, an internationally recognized expert on the devastating effects of extreme and ritual abuse. This episode offers a sobering look at the mechanisms of dissociation, a survival strategy employed by victims during overwhelming trauma, and how t...

In this haunting episode, hosts Shane and Gemma are joined by Wendy and Gray to revisit the chilling and unsolved murder of Sister Cathy Cesnik. As a beloved figure at Western High School in Baltimore City, Sister Cathy's disappearance and subsequent murder cast a long shadow over the entire community. Shane and Gemma probe the perplexing details of the case, including a startling revelation f...

Listeners are invited to join a profound and deeply moving conversation as Shane and Gemma welcome the family of Joyce Malecki to the show. The episode takes a necessary detour from the central narrative to shed light on a case that, while overshadowed by Sister Cathy's story, is intertwined with the same web of mystery and institutional failure. The murder of Joyce Malecki, just days after Si...

This episode beckons listeners into the haunting echo of an unsolved past. Hosts Shane and Gemma sit down with Mary Spence, a former student of Archbishop Keough High School, who on the night of Sister Cathy Cesnik's disappearance heard something that would haunt the corridors of her memory for decades to come. Mary transports listeners back to that cold November evening in 1969, her narrative...

We take our audience on a solemn journey through the physical landmarks tied to the haunting mystery of Sister Cathy Cesnik's disappearance. Hosts Shane and Gemma transform narrative into lived experience as they walk the ground that has borne silent witness to this unresolved case for more than five decades. Join the hosts as they navigate the geography of a tragedy, beginning with the Carria...

This episode brings a startling new dimension to the puzzling tale of the mystery evidence box. Co-hosts Shane and Gemma sit down to dissect the perplexing events that left listeners on the edge of their seats, in a critical follow-up to the previous episode's narrative. Joining them is a special guest known as 'Jane the phone lady,' who found herself unexpectedly at the center of what...

This episode revisits a captivating lead in the Sister Cathy Cesnik investigation that took the team on an unexpected journey of discovery. Co-hosts Shane and Gemma retrace their steps following a lead spurred by the release of the Netflix documentary The Keepers, which led them to 'Kelly the Box Girl' and a potential trove of hidden evidence. In part one of this two-part episode, they rev...

We turn the spotlight on a landmark legislative development in the fight against child sexual abuse in the state of Maryland. This episode delves into the details of House Bill 687 -- The Hidden Predator Act of 2019 -- and its potential to fundamentally change the legal landscape for survivors of child sex abuse. Shane and Gemma take listeners to the heart of Annapolis, sharing an impassioned and...

Co-hosts Shane and Gemma delve into the macabre revelations unearthed at Holy Cross cemetery -- a site that turned from sacred to profane through the deeds of Father Joseph Maskell. Listeners are drawn into the grim narrative of the cemetery dig, a pivotal moment when the buried secrets of Maskell's past were literally excavated from the ground. Guided by the accounts of survivors, authorities...

Continuing the critical timeline examination, this episode focuses on the turbulent period when Father Joseph Maskell was extracted from Archbishop Keough High School amid rising abuse allegations from multiple victims. Co-hosts Shane and Gemma guide listeners through the murky waters of the aftermath, where whispers of corruption and cover-ups begin to find their voice in earnest. They scrutinize...

In part one of this two-part examination, co-hosts Shane and Gemma meticulously construct the timeline of events preceding Sister Cathy Cesnik's baffling disappearance in November 1969. Piecing together a chronology that has perplexed investigators for decades, they embark on a journey through time, tracing Sister Cathy's last known movements and the enigmatic days leading up to her vanish...

In the wake of Father Joseph Maskell's alleged crimes, the scars run deep and wide, affecting not just direct victims but entire communities across Maryland. Shane travels to Maryland for an in-person recording with Teresa and Donna, two women deeply entwined in this narrative of abuse, survival, and the search for accountability. This episode takes listeners beyond the headlines and into the...

Fifty years have elapsed since the tragic murder of Sister Cathy Cesnik, and yet her killer remains elusive, concealed within the fog of unresolved history. This episode is dedicated to addressing the collective curiosity of a community that has followed this case with unwavering attention. Co-hosts Gemma Hoskins and Shane Waters open the floor to the audience, responding directly to the flood of...

The mystery deepens as we continue with the revealing testimony of Lil Hughes Knipp. Following the intricate account she shared in part one, we peel back more layers of secrecy surrounding Archbishop Keough High School and Father Joseph Maskell's unsettling role within the institution. In this concluding segment, Lil speaks candidly about the oppressive atmosphere cultivated behind the school&...

This episode opens the file on a little-discussed facet of the Sister Cathy Cesnik story. We introduce Lil Hughes Knipp, a former student of Archbishop Keough High School who stepped into the role of Father Joseph Maskell's confidential secretary around the time of Sister Cathy's disappearance. In part one of this two-part episode, we delve into her unique perspective and the clandestine d...

We continue to unravel the web of secrecy surrounding Father Joseph Maskell. Following the previous episode's interview with Sean Caine of the Archdiocese of Baltimore, we turn our focus to the heart of the controversy: the timeline of abuse allegations against Maskell. Contrary to the Archdiocese's official records citing the 1990s as when accusations first surfaced, compelling new eviden...

In the twenty-first episode of  Who Killed Sister Cathy? , we continue our groundbreaking conversation with the Vice-Chancellor of the Archdiocese of Baltimore. This concluding part of our interview delves deeper into the Church's role and responses following Sister Cathy's disappearance and tragic death. Shane Waters and Gemma Hoskins press on with the questions that have lingered for dec...

In the twentieth episode of  Who Killed Sister Cathy? , the team takes a monumental step by securing a sit-down interview with a high-ranking official from the Archdiocese of Baltimore. This two-part interview with the Vice-Chancellor is a pivotal moment in our pursuit of answers. Shane Waters and Gemma Hoskins engage in a candid and respectful dialogue, confronting the silence that has overshadow...

In the nineteenth episode of  Who Killed Sister Cathy? , we continue our exploration of the chilling tale of Sister Cathy's disappearance. Gemma Hoskins and Shane Waters delve deeper into the narrative, joined by Sharon Bush, whose close connection to Sister Russell offers an intimate perspective on the night Cathy went missing. Sharon recounts her unsettling experiences, including her encount...