Best Leah Collier Podcasts (2024)

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176. “Incomprehensible Evil” The Case of Channon Christian & Christopher Newsom - Knoxville, TN - [Part 3] | Letalvis Cobbins 53:07

1h ago53:07

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A demolition, an admission, and a wet blunt. After Eric Boyd was found guilty of accessory after the fact, 24-year-old Letalvis Cobbins was the next suspect to stand trial. In opening statements his defense team conceded that Cobbins was guilty of several of the 40 charges against him in the indictment. Before the jury decided his fate, Cobbins, hi…

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175. "Incomprehensible Evil" - The Case of Channon Christian & Christopher Newsom - Knoxville, TN - [Part 2] | The Suspects 43:14

3h ago43:14

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A vacant house, a journal, and one of the biggest indictments in Knox County history. After the brutal rape and murder of Channon Christian and Christopher Newsom, investigators began to piece together who was responsible and what had happened. The suspects were all taken into custody and initially denied any involvement. But eventually they all po…

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174. “Incomprehensible Evil” - The Case of Channon Christian & Christopher Newsom - Knoxville, Tennessee - [Part 1 | The Disappearance] 48:33

18d ago48:33

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A party, a phone call, and a crime that shook Knoxville. On January 6th, 2007 23-year-old Christopher Newsom and 21-year old Channon Christian were headed to a party with friends. After they failed to make it to the party, a search was launched by their families. Days after their disappearance the young couple was found brutally murdered. Sponsors:…

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MISSING MONDAYS: Amber Wilde with Crime with Holly 24:35

13d ago24:35

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It’s my last week off and the perfect opportunity to introduce you to one of my favorite podcasts, Crime with Holly! Holly joins us to tell the story of Amber Wilde. In September 1998, 19-year-old Amber Wilde was a junior at the University of Wisconsin Green Bay, where she was studying pre-med with dreams of being a doctor. After a minor car accide…

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PANAMA: Yvonne Baldelli with Military Murder 53:18

17d ago53:18

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I’m still on break this week but fear not because Margot from Military Murder Podcast is here with the story of Yvonne Baldelli! When Yvonne Baldelli and Brian Brimager set out to Panama to live as ex-pats - it appeared they would be living the dream - living in a hostel - playing gigs at local bars and selling bikinis to tourists… But when Yvonne …

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The Murder of Ruthie Mae McCoy with The Prosecutors 1:11:15

24d ago1:11:15

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I’m off this week but Brett and Alice with The Prosecutors Podcast are here filling in with the case of Ruthie Mae McCoy. Ruthie Mae McCoy knew the ABLA apartments in Chicago were a dangerous place. But she never could have imagined what horror could come through the mirror. Sources: • https://allthatsinteresting.com/is-candyman-real • https://chic…

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173. “Eyewitness to Murder” - The Case of Sparkle Rai - Union City, Georgia 57:41

1M ago57:41

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Newlyweds, a money transfer, and two trials. In the Spring of 2000 22-year-old Sparkle Rai was a newlywed with a 7 month old baby girl. On April 26th, her husband, Ricky came home from work to a nightmare. Sparkle had been brutally murdered in their apartment in Union City, Georgia. For years Sparkle’s case remained unsolved. That was until 2004 wh…

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172. “An Undeniable Confession” - The Case of Alex & Susan Carter - Beckley, West Virginia 37:21

1M ago37:21

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A landscaper, a caretaker, and a special agent. In August of 2000 41-year-old Susan Carter was in the midst of a bitter custody battle with her ex-husband. The pair were ordered to attend mediation regarding custody of their 10-year-old daughter, Natasha Alexander “Alex” Carter. After a heated exchange at one of the meetings, Alex and Susan vanishe…

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171. “It Could’ve Been Anybody” - The Case of Randall Cooke - Holiday, Florida 45:30

2M ago45:30

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A food delivery, a security camera, and a key fob. In April of 2023, 59-year-old, Randall Cooke stopped at a home on Moog Road in Holiday, Florida. Randall was working as a food delivery driver. At around 7:00 p.m. he told his wife that this stop would be his last for the night. Randall never made it home from work. Days later, 30-year-old, Oscar S…

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[Nevada] Man on the Run || Tiffany Booth || With Big Mad True Crime 28:13

2M ago28:13

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Something came up this week with the case I planned to cover this week. But have no fear because Heather Ashley with Big Mad True Crime is here with the case of Tiffany Booth. A day trip, a group text, and an alias. For photos and pertaining to this case, check out Tiffany's highlight at the top of my Instagram profile at http://www.instagram.com/T…

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170. “The Key” - The Case of Thomas Burns - Purvis, Mississippi 43:03

2M ago43:03

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An open door, a padlock, and a storage unit. After the loss of his wife in December of 2017, 54-year-old Thomas Burns began a relationship with 40-year-old Samantha Simmons. Months after the pair began dating Thomas Burns seemingly vanished. His home had been completely cleared out…only two urns and a deep freezer remained. Least of These on Facebo…

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169. “No Remorse” - The Case of Larry and Marguerite Snider - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma - [Part 2 of 2] 42:38

3M ago42:38

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A map, a Greyhound bus, and an unexpected witness. Days after the murder of Lola Davis, 90-year-old Lawrence “Larry” Snider and 86-year-old Marguerite “Scoopy” Snider vanished from a grocery store parking lot in Oklahoma City. On October 2nd 1996 John Esposito and Alicia Woodward were found in possession of the Snider’s 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. Espo…

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168. “No Remorse” - The Case of Lola Davis - Lumberton, North Carolina - [Part 1 of 2] 36:43

3M ago36:43

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A pet store, a crime spree, and mob boss, John Stanfa. In September of 1996, 90-year-old, Lola Davis was abducted from the Winn-Dixie parking lot in Lumberton, North Carolina. At the same time police found an abandoned car in that same grocery store parking lot with New Jersey plates. The abandoned car was registered to 19-year-old, Alicia Woodward…

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167. “72 Acres” - The Case of Diana Way - Dodgeville, Wisconsin 46:23

3M ago46:23

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A will, an “L” shaped stain, and the “Panty Dropper”. On July 19th, 2021, a man arrived at the home of 74-year-old Diana Way to purchase a collection of books. He found Diana unresponsive in her bedroom. When EMS arrived, Diana was pronounced deceased. Firefighters found high levels of carbon monoxide throughout the house but what they couldn’t fig…

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166. “Extreme Cruelty” - The Case of Rhonda Pattelena - York, Maine 35:11

3M ago35:11

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An upcoming marriage, a trip to the beach, and “Ostrich”. On March 26th, 2021, 35-year-old Rhonda Pattelena and her 33-year-old boyfriend, Jeffrey Buchanan took a walk along Short Sands Beach in York, Maine. Short Sands was Rhonda’s favorite place on earth. At 3:54 pm, 911 calls began to pour into the York Police Department. Callers reported that t…

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The Death of Renae Marsden - Crime With Holly 43:23

4M ago43:23

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Hey guys! I’ve been super sick so my friend, Holly, is here filling in with the case of Renae Marsden. Renae Marsden was a 20 years old when she jumped to her death at The Gap in Sydney, Australia after her boyfriend of 18 months broke up with her. After her death the truth began unraveling on who her boyfriend truly was. Listen to her tragic story…

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165. “Tragedy of Errors” - The Case of Natalie Finn - De Moines, Iowa - [Part 2 of 2] 44:17

4M ago44:17

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A trial, a plea deal, and a bunch of excuses. After 16-year-old Natalie Finn starved to death at the hands of her foster mother, Nicole, both Nicole and Joseph Finn were charged in her murder. Nicole took her case to trial, and the truth about what was happening behind the closed doors of 805 15th Street in De Moines was revealed through the testim…

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164. UPDATE - "Mary's Voice" - The Case of Mary Santina Collins - Charlotte, North Carolina 2:12:06

4M ago2:12:06

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March 28th, 2024, marks four years since Mary Collins was brutally murdered at the hands of people she trusted. In those four years, only one of the four, Kelly Lavery, has been convicted. Lavi Pham, James Salerno, and America Diehl are still awaiting trial. Salerno and Diehl are currently free on bond. This week Mary's grandmother, Mia joins the p…

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163. “Tragedy of Errors” - The Case of Natalie Finn - De Moines, Iowa - [Part 1 of 2] 57:40

4M ago57:40

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A pet rescue, 10 reports, and a boarded window. On October 24th of 2016, Natalie Finn was found unresponsive on her bedroom floor. The 16-year-old was taken to Blank Children’s Hospital where she was later pronounced deceased. As investigators began to piece together what happened, they found that Natalie wasn’t the only child being abused inside t…

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162. UPDATE - “Death at the County Jail - The Case of Tony Mitchell - Walker, Alabama. 39:01

5M ago39:01

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I was supposed to be off this week but I couldn’t wait to bring y’all an update on Tony’s case. On January 12th, 2023 Walker County Deputies were called to the home of 33-year-old Anthony “Tony” Mitchell for a welfare check. He was arrested and booked in the county jail. Two weeks later, on January 26th, 2023, he was taken to Baptist Hospital and l…

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161. The Patrolman - The Case of Cara Knott - San Diego, California - [Part 2 of 2] 45:40

5M ago45:40

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An arrest, two trials, and a heartbroken father. After Cara Knott was murdered in December of 1986 police honed in on a suspect, one of their own, California Highway Patrolman, Craig Peyer. Nineteen days after the murder Peyer was arrested but it would take two trials before a jury finally rendered a verdict. For some it was hard to believe a “good…

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160. “The Patrolman” - The Case of Cara Knott - San Diego, California - [Part 1 of 2] 39:11

5M ago39:11

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An unlikely suspect, a news segment, and scratch marks. Two days after Christmas, on December 27th, 1986, 20-year-old Cara Knott was driving back to her parent’s home after spending a few days with her boyfriend. Before she left she called her parents to let them know she was on her way. Cara never made it home. Within hours her family launched a s…

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159. “Gone in 60 Seconds” - The Case of Chelsea Small - Taylor, Michigan 38:31

5M ago38:31

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A silent alarm, a gun store robbery, and surveillance video. On November 12th, 2013, 30-year-old Chelsea Small was working her job at Advance America Cash Advance on Telegraph Road when an unknown man walked in and shot her. In the span of a minute, the man walked in, murdered Chelsea and stole less than $250 in cash from the register. Despite the …

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Maximizing Your Legal Practice and Personal Development with Brita Long 52:05

5M ago52:05

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Brita Long. Brita is an attorney and attorney coach who teaches flat fees to other attorneys and more importantly mind set. One of the workshops Brita provides is on our relationship with money. "It ain't about the money" isn't about the knowl…

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158. “A Chance Meeting” - The Case of Marisela Botello - Dallas, Texas - [Part 4 of 4] 1:02:31

6M ago1:02:31

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Dropped charges, opposing testimonies, and sudden passion. As the murder trial of Lisa Jones Dykes continued, Charles Beltran took the stand as a prosecution witness. Lisa Dykes testified in her own defense and her story was not only different than Beltran’s but everyone else’s too. The jury reached their verdict in under two hours but Dyke’s defen…

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157. “A Chance Meeting” - The Case of Marisela Botello - Dallas, Texas - [Part 3] 52:04

6M ago52:04

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A hairdresser, a relator, and the grim reaper. The trial for Lisa Jo Dykes in the murder of Marisela Botello began on December 5th, 2020. Those who knew Lisa Dykes, Nina Marano, and Charles Beltran testified before the jury about the relationship between the three and what happened after Marisela went missing. What they had to say left the courtroo…

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156. “A Chance Meeting” - The Case of Marisela Botello - Dallas, Texas - [Part 2] 33:15

6M ago33:15

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An international manhunt, missing evidence, and a repossessed Cadillac. Charles Beltran, Lisa Dykes, and Nina Marano were all charged in the murder of Marisela Botello-Valadez. As the case moved to trial it was discovered that the lead detective at the Dallas Police Department failed to turn over evidence to prosecutors. As fireworks flew in the co…

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Breaking Free: Women's Journey to Financial Independence with Sarah Walton 46:41

6M ago46:41

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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Sarah Walton. Sarah Walton is a business coach and sales expert who’s been featured on The Today Show, speaks at women’s conferences all over the world and has helped hundreds of women start and grow businesses they LOVE. From growing up in a …

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155. “A Chance Meeting” - The Case of Marisela Botello - Dallas, Texas - [Part 1] 40:44

6M ago40:44

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A missed flight, a wannabe rapper, and a sugar mama pyramid scheme. In October of 2020, 23-year-old, Marisela Botello left her home in Seattle, Washington and traveled to Dallas, Texas to visit a friend. On her last night in Dallas, she met 31-year-old Charles Beltran. Marisela never made it back home to Seattle. Six months after she vanished her b…

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Re-Release - "The Shocking Truth" - A Survivor Speaks - Judge Rotenberg Center - Canton, Massachusetts 1:09:45

6M ago1:09:45

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Due to technical difficulties, I am unable to release a new episode. It's been a week, ya'll! But I thought I'd take this opportunity to re-release arguably the most important episode I've ever recorded. Every episode is important but, in this case, we have the chance to make a huge difference. To this day, the Judge Rotenberg Center is still using…

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154. “A Double Life” - The Case of Kensie Aubry - Kansas City, Missouri 32:02

7M ago32:02

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A pilot, a mistress, and two searches. In April of 2021 a 13-year old girl came forward to report horrific sexual abuse at the hands of 30-year-old Maggie Ybarra and 40-year-old Michael Hendricks. The investigation into the sexual abuse case uncovered the murder of 32-year-old Kensie Renee Aubry who had been reported missing from Kansas City, Misso…

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153. “Out of Gas” - The Case of Sky Metalwala - Bellevue, Washington 39:05

7M ago39:05

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A stranded car, a sleeping toddler, and a bitter divorce. On November 6th of 2011 29-year-old Julia Biryukova, strapped her two-year-old son, Sky, in the backseat of her 1998 Acura. She was headed to Overlake Hospital. But, according to Julia, the car ran out of gas on 112th Avenue. She went for help but when she returned Sky was gone. Investigator…

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152. The Case of Jill Stuchenko, Cyntha Maas, Natasha Montgomery and Loren Leslie - With A Million Other Choices 34:13

7M ago34:13

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It’s my last week off for Christmas and Kim with A Million Other Choices Podcast is filling in again with the stories of Jill Stuchenko, Cyntha Maas, Natasha Montgomery and Loren Leslie. We all know the names of many serial killers - but can we name the victims? One of Canada's youngest killers, Cody Legebokoff, was caught by chance and left a wake…

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151. The Case of Donna Jones - With A Million Other Choices 30:06

7M ago30:06

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I’m off for Christmas but have no fear because Kim with A Million Other Choices Podcast is here with the case of Donna Jones in Ottawa, Canada. "Why doesn't she just leave?" The mythical question regarding domestic violence we've all probably asked ourselves at some point. Donna's brutal murder highlights trauma bonding. A Million Other Choices on …

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150. “Act Normal” - The Case of Amber Aiaz and Melissa Fu - Irvine, California 31:15

8M ago31:15

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A knock at the door, handwritten notes, and 44 days of surveillance. In November of 2019, 34-year-old Amber Aiaz and her daughter, 13-year-old Melissa Fu vanished from their apartment in Irvine, California. Amber’s husband, Cheng claimed a Chinese couple in their 40’s knocked on the door, sprayed him in the face with a substance that rendered him u…

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149. “Seven Hours” - The Case of the Luna Family - Phoenix, Arizona 39:24

8M ago39:24

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A burglary, Freddy Krueger, and a surprise confession. In September of 1993 23-year-old Richard Djerf systematically tortured and murdered four members of the Luna Family; 46-year-old Albert Luna Senior, 40-year-old Patricia Luna, 18-year-old Rochelle Luna and five-year-old Damien. Djerf intended to commit a fifth murder that night but Albert Luna …

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148. “Under Investigation” - The Case of Benson Xiong - Wausau, Wisconsin 44:18

8M ago44:18

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Abuse allegations, a text message, and a dark history. In October of 2018 Heather Gardner dropped off her healthy, happy, 11-week-old baby boy, Benson Xiong off with babysitter, Marissa Tietsort. She never could have imagined that would be the last time she would see her son alive. An investigation would uncover a pattern and history of abuse that …

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Movember - Talking Men's Health with Tony Collier and Friends 1:03:57

8M ago1:03:57

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This episode is hosted by Tony Collier, who is an incredibly inspiring individual who despite living with incurable prostate cancer, continues to live an active and fulfilling life, and is passionate about raising awareness of men's health, particularly men's cancers. Around 52,300 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer in the UK each year. 2,400 m…

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147. RETIRED AIR FORCE: Ronald Gene Simmons With Military Murder 1:06:15

8M ago1:06:15

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I’m off this week! Thankfully, Mama Margot from Military Murder is here with the case of Ronald Gene Simmons. Ronald Gene Simmons was a Navy Veteran and Air Force retiree who went on to commit the worst family mass murder in the history of the United States… Want more Military Murder? Subscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/milita…

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146. “The Walk Home” - The Case of Martha Jean Lambert - Elkton, Florida. 45:37

9M ago45:37

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A missing girl, two confessions, and a search that spanned decades. On November 27th, 1985, 12-year-old, Martha Jean Lambert was walking home from a neighbor’s house on Kerry Lynn Road. Hours later when her mother returned home, Martha Jean was nowhere to be found. Everyone told a different story and despite two confessions so many questions remain…

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145. “Murder on the #5 Train” - The Case of Marina Placensia - Denver, Colorado 52:17

9M ago52:17

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A plan, a train ride, and an unexplained death. In September of 2016, 28-year-old Marina Placensia, her boyfriend, Angelo Mantych and their children were moving from Racine, Wisconsin. The family of six boarded a train in Wisconsin and just before they arrived in Denver, Marina was found deceased in her seat. Her death was originally ruled undeterm…

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Coping with Breast Cancer - a conversation with Dr Sarah Swan 50:07

9M ago50:07

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Dr Sarah Swan is a clinical psychologist who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2019. Sarah shares her personal experience of the emotional impact of breast cancer along with her professional skills in how to cope with the difficult thoughts and feelings that result. She also talks about using her own experience to write a self help book for other…

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144. “The Note” - The Case of James “Jim” Whitaker - South Bloomingville, Ohio - The Confession [Part 2 of 2] 1:00:36

9M ago1:00:36

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A confession, a stray bullet, and a jaw dropping moment in court. After investigators arrested Michael Dixon, he confessed that he had shot Jim Whitaker. At first he claimed the shooting was accidental. But his story changed…repeatedly, each re-telling more dramatic than the last. And at his eventual trial, one witness left the courtroom stunned. L…

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143. “The Note” - The Case of James “Jim” Whitaker - South Bloomingville, Ohio - The Disappearance - [Part 1] 32:31

9M ago32:31

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A roommate, a 60-inch TV, and a cabin in the woods. In July of 2023 56-year-old Jim Whitaker vanished from his home in South Bloomingville, Ohio. The last person to see him was a man named Michael Dixon, who had been living with Jim since he had no place to go. Michael claimed he had found a note in the house and that Jim had just up and left. But …

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142. “I Snapped” - The Case of Shanteari Weems - Baltimore, Maryland 41:37

9M ago41:37

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An accusation, a shooting, and a shocking sentence. For over 17 years Shanteari Weems owned and operated Lil Kids Kastle Daycare along with her friend in Owings Mills, Maryland. In 2017 she married former Marine and Baltimore Police Officer, James Weems Junior. Five years after they were wed, shocking allegations began to surface. When Shanteari co…

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Talking cancer in your 20's - the physical, psychological and emotional changes. 58:49

10M ago58:49

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We kick off our new series with 2 very special guests, Mel Kelly and Gemma Bavister. These two young people were faced with a cancer diagnosis in their 20's. In this episode they discuss navigating their way through cancer treatment, whilst also dealing with the physical, psychological and emotional changes that come as a result of their diagnosis.…

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141. “Chop Shop” - The Case of Samuel Crawford - Stillwater, Oklahoma 31:04

10M ago31:04

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A shade tree mechanic, a helicopter, and a murder plot. On August 29th, 2023 21-year-old, Samuel Crawford was having trouble with his truck. After leaving work, he met local mechanic, Christopher Somers for a repair. Samuel Crawford vanished. The investigation into his disappearance uncovered a chop shop and a murder plot. If you have any informati…

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140. “A Kick in the Night” - The Case of Breasia Terrell - Davenport, Iowa - The Eyewitness [Part 3 of 3] 50:07

10M ago50:07

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A new witness, a trial, and a startling revelation. After a new witness came forward, investigators had direct evidence linking Henry Dinkins to the scene where Breasia Terrells’s body had been found. Henry Dinkins was arrested and charged with Kidnapping in the First Degree and First Degree Murder. And when it came time for trial, Breasia’s brothe…

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139. “A Kick in the Night” - The Case of Breasia Terrell - Davenport, Iowa - The Murder [Part 2 of 3] 37:13

10M ago37:13

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Three fishermen, a flood, and a new story. As the investigation into Breasia Terrell’s disappearance continued, all eyes were on Henry Dinkins. Suspicions were raised further after a cellphone ping placed Dinkins roughly 37 miles away from the apartment in Clinton County, Iowa I’m the early morning hours after the 10-year-old girl vanished. And whe…

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Navigating Parenthood and a Rural Law Practice with Bridget O'Toole 43:48

10M ago43:48

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This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Bridget O'Toole. Bridget is a millennial environmental, land use, municipal and energy lawyer and mom to a 4-year-old son. She opened her own law firm on April 1, 2023 (April Fools Day) in one of New York's most rural counties after leaving a bougie downtown boutique law firm. She’s been p…

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