Best Books In The Freezer Podcasts (2024)

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Adult Summer Scares with Erin Adams and Rachel Harrison 56:22

2d ago56:22

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Erin Adams and Rachel Harrison stopped by to chat about the adult picks in the summer scares program this year. Shownotes: https://booksinthefreezer.comBy Stephanie Gagnon

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Ambush to Triumph: Deputy Kimber Gist's Fight for Survival 43:54

1d ago43:54

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Kimber Gist is a former Corporal at Berkeley County Sheriff's Office, SC. Kimber is currently working in DC. Listeners can learn more about at website, socials Resources: In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, sits down with former Corporal Kimber Gist to recount the night of February 26, 2016, when her routine patrol…

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6.14.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: Police Misconduct or Wrongful Accusation? The Karen Read Case 36:16

6d ago36:16

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Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum debate the controversial Karen Read case in today's CRU. They examine the evidence, question the credibility of witnesses, and discuss the potential outcomes of the trial. Nancy and Sheryl highlight the procedural failures of the investigation, the intense public opinion, and the emotional toll on all parties involve…

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The Heinous Murder of Tara Baker is Solved with Cameron Jay of the Classic City Crime Podcast 38:16

9d ago38:16

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On January 19, 2001, Athens-Clarke County firefighters found Tara Baker's body responding to a fire at her Athens apartment. The investigation determined that the fire was intentionally set, and investigators spent over two decades seeking answers in the case. Guest Bio and Links: Cameron Jay is a true crime junkie whose fascination with the subjec…

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99. Someone Killed His Parents, But Now He’s Falling In Love With The Killer’s Daughter 1:20:54

8d ago1:20:54

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For years Alex Volkov has been looking for a killer. The person who murdered his parents. He’s been dreaming about the day he finally kills the man... First, he will befriend his son. Next, he will corrupt his daughter. And eventually, his whole family will turn on their father. He will die with nobody on his side. But things start to get complicat…

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6.7.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: Long Island Serial Killer Suspect Charged with Two More Victims 25:05

14d ago25:05

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In today’s CRU, Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum examine the latest developments in the case of Rex Heuermann, the alleged Long Island Serial Killer. New evidence has surfaced linking Heuermann to additional victims, including a detailed playbook that outlines his methods for capturing and disposing of his victims. The hosts discuss the evolution of…

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98. Rich CEO’s Best Friend Asks Him To Protect His Little Sister But He Can’t Help But Want To Corrupt Her 1:15:50

14d ago1:15:50

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Alex Volkov knew better than to say yes to his best friend. This was a request he could not help him with. Help protect his little sister - Ava. Ava, the girl that believes the world is still good. Ava - the girl that wants to find an all consuming love. The hopeless romantic that wants to see the good in everyone. Alex knows he can’t protect her b…

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30 Years After Laralee Spear’s Unsolved Murder A $50,000 Reward Offered 31:00

16d ago31:00

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On April 25, 1994, 15-year-old Laralee Spear was abducted, shot, and killed after she stepped off her school bus outside DeLand, FL. Her murder has never been solved. A $50,000 reward is available for the tip that leads detectives to the killer. Guest Bio and Links: Detective Cordell LeMay with the Volusia County Sheriff's Office, has 14 years of e…

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5.31.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: Madison Brooks and A Critical Examination of Judge Gail Horne Ray 26:56

21d ago26:56

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Today, Nancy and Sheryl discuss the tragic case of Madison Brooks, exploring the judicial failings surrounding her death. They discuss the controversial decisions made by Judge Gail Horne Ray, the events leading to Madi's demise, and the broader implications for the justice system. Lastly, Nancy and Sheryl discuss the latest updates in the Kohberge…

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97. She slept with the family’s ENEMY, now he's convinced her to go AGAINST her powerful family 1:26:35

21d ago1:26:35

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*This is the Final Part of "Fourth Wing" Basgiath War College is not for the weak - especially if you’re training to be a dragon rider. Only the most powerful will survive and get bonded with a dragon. Violet wasn’t supposed to be here. She had wanted to be a scribe her entire life but last minute her powerful military General mother forced her to …

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Who Killed Laralee Spear? 50K Reward and 30 Years Later with Sheriff Michael Chitwood 22:11

23d ago22:11

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On April 25, 1994, 15-year-old Laralee Spear was abducted, shot, and killed after she stepped off her school bus outside DeLand, FL. Her murder has never been solved. A $50,000 reward is available for the tip that leads detectives to the killer. Guest Bio and Links: Sheriff Michael J. Chitwood is a second-generation law enforcement officer with a B…

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Summer Scares with Clay McLeod Chapman and Yaika Sabat 1:12:17

24d ago1:12:17

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It's Summer Scares time! I was so excited to talk all things Summer Scares with Clay and Yaika. We talk about the list of banger books they decided on this year, and how to participate in Summer Scares Also, this is the FIRST time Clay is talking about his upcoming book Wake Up and Open Your Eyes on a podcast Shownotes: https://booksinthefreezer.co…

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5.24.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: Kansas Moms, Veronica Butler and Jilian Kelley Bodies Found in Chest Freezer 27:07

28d ago27:07

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On today’s CRU, Sheryl McCollum and Nancy Grace discuss the gruesome details regarding the Kansas moms, Veronica Butler and Jilian Kelley, whose bodies were found in a chest freezer buried in a cow pasture. They discuss the chilling details, suspect behaviors, and the meticulous investigation that followed. Show Notes: (0:00) Welcome! Nancy and She…

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96. Her Hot Enemy Is Forced To Be Her Bodyguard & Defend Her When Everyone Wants Her Dead 1:19:38

29d ago1:19:38

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Basgiath War College is not for the weak - especially if you’re training to be a dragon rider. Only the most powerful will survive and get bonded with a dragon. Violet wasn’t supposed to be here. She had wanted to be a scribe her entire life but last minute her powerful military General mother forced her to join the riders and every single day she’…

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Karen Read Murder Trial: Questionable Witness Testimonies, Prosecution vs. Defense Tactics, Public Uproar 24:19

30d ago24:19

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Karen Read, 43, of Mansfield, is accused of second-degree murder and other charges. The prosecution says she hit her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe, with her vehicle outside of a home in Canton during a snowstorm on Jan. 29, 2022, following a night of drinking. Guest Bio and Links: Judge Ashley Wilcott is a nationally recognized Chil…

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Karen Read Murder Trial: ‘Cops Lying Against Cops About Cops’ 26:02

30d ago26:02

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Karen Read, 43, of Mansfield, is accused of second-degree murder and other charges. The prosecution says she hit her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe, with her vehicle outside of a home in Canton during a snowstorm on Jan. 29, 2022, following a night of drinking. Guest Bio and Links: Judge Ashley Wilcott is a nationally recognized Chil…

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5.17.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: Kouri Richins | Murder by Moscow Mule? 30:04

1M ago30:04

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In today’s episode of the CRU, Sheryl McCollum and Nancy Grace dive into the case of Kouri Richins, a mother who was arrested for the murder of her husband. The two discuss the details of the case, including the prenup, the assets, and the secret bank accounts that Kouri opened. They also talk about the Valentine's Day incident, in which Kouri’s hu…

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Cases That Haunt Us | The Unseen Burdens of First Responders 33:40

1M ago33:40

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Guest Bio and Links: Joe Scott Morgan is a former death investigator, forensic professor at Jacksonville State University, and author. Joe is also the host of Body Bags with Joe Scott Morgan. Joseph Giacalone is a retired NYPD sergeant, author, and adjunct professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Joseph is also the host of True Crime with…

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Cases That Haunt Us | A Dark Humor Tell All of First Responders 34:04

1M ago34:04

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Guest Bio and Links: Joe Scott Morgan is a former death investigator, forensic professor at Jacksonville State University, and author. Joe is also the host of Body Bags with Joe Scott Morgan. Joseph Giacalone is a retired NYPD sergeant, author, and adjunct professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Joseph is also the host of True Crime with…

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95. Her Elite Mom Killed His Rebel Dad So Now He’s Trying To Kill Her On Her First Day Of College 1:44:52

1M ago1:44:52

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Basgiath War College is not for the weak - especially if you’re training to be a dragon rider. Only the most powerful will survive and get bonded with a dragon. Violet wasn’t supposed to be here. She had wanted to be a scribe her entire life but last minute her powerful military General mother forced her to join the riders and every single day she’…

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Lost Girls in Horror with Angela Sylvaine 1:04:49

1M ago1:04:49

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Author Angela Sylvaine is on the pod this week talking about her upcoming collection The Dead Spot: Stories of Lost Girls the idea of "Lost Girls" in horror. Who qualifies as a horror "lost girl"? Shownotes: https://booksinthefreezer.comBy Stephanie Gagnon

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5.10.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: God, Voodoo Dolls, and Justice: Mica Miller's Case, Suzanne Morphew's Tragedy, and Seth Rogers' Polygraph 25:06

1M ago25:06

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Sheryl McCollum shares some uplifting news about her sister Sheila’s remission, highlighting the importance of prayer and humor in tough situations. Sheryl and Nancy turn their attention to the tragic case of Mica Miller, expressing skepticism over the official ruling of suicide. They touch base on the disappearance of Sebastian Rogers, analyzing t…

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To Execute or Not | The Financial, Moral, and Emotional Weight of the Death Penalty with Kirk Nurmi 36:03

1M ago36:03

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Chad Daybell is charged with the murders of 7-year-old Joshua "JJ" Vallow, Tylee Ryan, last seen when she was 16, and his previous wife Tammy Daybell, who died of asphyxiation the year before. Lori Vallow was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for her role in her children's deaths. She was convicted of first-degree murder…

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5.3.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: Suzanne Morphew's Death Ruled A Homicide 27:15

2M ago27:15

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Sheryl McCollum and Nancy Grace dive into the Suzanne Morphew case, providing their insights and opinions on the evidence and potential suspects. Although Barry Morphew has not been named a suspect or person of interest, Nancy Grace explains why the evidence points towards him. The autopsy results revealed that Suzanne had been shot with animal tra…

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The Karen Read Murder Trial: Killer or Cover Up Murder with Joshua Schiffer 45:15

2M ago45:15

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Karen Read, 43, of Mansfield, is accused of second-degree murder and other charges. The prosecution says she hit her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe, with her vehicle outside of a home in Canton during a snowstorm on Jan. 29, 2022, following a night of drinking. She has pleaded not guilty. Guest Bio and Links: Joshua Schiffer is an at…

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Frankenstein Retellings with Jocelyn Codner 1:19:51

2M ago1:19:51

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It's the era of Poor Things and Lisa Frankenstein. Let's talk about why it looks like Frankenstein is having a bit of a *revival* (see what I did there?) and movies and books to pick up if you're feeling like you need more Frankenstein/ re-animation stories in your life. Shownotes: https://booksinthefreezer.com…

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4.26.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: Fifth God's Misfits Member Charged with Murdering Veronica Butler and Jillian Kelley 14:36

2M ago14:36

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Today Nancy and Sheryl go deep into the disturbing case of two young Kansas mothers who were kidnapped, bludgeoned to death, and buried in a 10-foot pit on April 17th - the same day one of the victim's children had a birthday. The alleged mastermind is Tiffany Adams, the children's grandmother linked to the "God's Misfits" cult. Five people were ar…

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Breaking the Recidivism Cycle with Creative Sentencing | Judge Glenda Hatchett 38:49

2M ago38:49

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Judge Glenda Hatchett is an American television personality, lawyer, and judge who is the star of the former court show, Judge Hatchett and current day The Verdict with Judge Hatchett, and founding partner at the national law firm, The Hatchett Firm. Listeners can learn more about Judge Glenda Hatchett at her website https://smstrial.com/glenda-h…

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4.19.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: ‘Galileo Defense’, Idaho Murders & Oklahoma Custody Killings 13:22

2M ago13:22

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Today Nancy and Sheryl discuss these topics in today’s crime round-up: Bryan Kohberger's "Galileo Defense" The Shocking Oklahoma Custody Killings - four arrested, bitter In-Laws and lost grandchildren Show Notes: [0:00] Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup [0:20] Watch Merit Plus for Free - https://www.meritplus.com/home [1…

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Kidnapping, Murder, and Conspiracy in Oklahoma | Laura Ingle Part II 26:44

2M ago26:44

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March 30, 2024, Veronica Butler and her friend Julian Kelly were traveling from Kansas to Oklahoma to pick up Veronica's children for a birthday party when they disappeared. Their abandoned car was found 3 miles from the intended meeting spot, on a desolate dirt road a thousand feet off the main highway. Arrests have been made. Guest Bio and Links:…

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Kidnapping, Murder, or Conspiracy in Oklahoma? | Laura Ingle Part I 31:06

2M ago31:06

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March 30, 2024, Veronica Butler and her friend Julian Kelly were traveling from Kansas to Oklahoma to pick up Veronica's children for a birthday party when they disappeared. Their abandoned car was found 3 miles from the intended meeting spot, on a desolate dirt road a thousand feet off the main highway. Guest Bio and Links: Laura Ingle is an award…

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Vacation Horror with Jennifer Thorne 1:03:52

2M ago1:03:52

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Jennifer Thorne stopped by to talk her vacation/dysfunctional family/ horror comedy novel Diavola and books about the horrors of vacation and traveling. We're going Hostel to the Ruins to Daphne DuMaurier to the Babysitter's Club Shownotes: Https://booksinthefreezer.comBy Stephanie Gagnon

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4.12.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: The Death of O.J Simpson 19:00

2M ago19:00

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In today’s CRU (Crime Round-Up) with Nancy Grace, hosts Sheryl McCollum and Nancy Grace react to the recent news of OJ Simpson's death. They offer a profound look into the complexities of the legal system, the role of media in shaping public opinion, and the ongoing struggle for justice in high-profile cases. Nancy Grace's powerful commentary under…

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Humanizing Police Work and Pet Companionship | Summer Benton From The First 48 37:55

2M ago37:55

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Summer Benton is a veteran homicide detective with the Atlanta Police Department. She has worked in various specialized units, including vice, narcotics, and hostage negotiation, before joining the homicide division in 2009. Benton has been featured on the TV show The First 48 and is known for her meticulous investigative approach and strong relati…

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The Black Girl Survives in This One with Desiree S. Evans and Saraciea J.Fennell 29:43

2M ago29:43

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I was joined by the two editors of the fantastic young adult anthology, The Black Girl Survives in This One from Flatiron Books. We talk about inspirations and urging authors to not be scared to lean into the horror for a teen audience. Shownotes: https://booksinthefreezer.comBy Stephanie Gagnon

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94. Girl must survive orientation to become a dragon rider, but everyone wants her DEAD on day 1 1:27:57

2M ago1:27:57

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Most of them will die the first day in college. It’s the nature of the boarding school - not everyone is fit to ride a dragon. Basgiath War College, one of the most prestigious in its nature, is there to train 18 year olds to fight to the death for their kingdom. But to get that honor - they have to kill each other off and be tested to see if they’…

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Friday Crime Round-Up with Nancy Grace: Sebastian Rogers Latest and Missing Women in Oklahoma 22:45

3M ago22:45

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Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum dive into the mysterious disappearance of 15-year-old Sebastian Rogers. They discuss the unsettling lack of progress in the investigation, the intriguing and often controversial use of polygraph tests, and the perplexing actions of Sebastian's family members following his disappearance. Topics discussed today: -The l…

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93. She’s Hired To Finish Mystery Book For Comatose Author & Live In Her House - BUT Finds Her Secret Diary 1:07:00

3M ago1:07:00

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Half a million dollars for 3 books. That’s what Lowen was contracted for. Lowen was hired to finish a mystery book series for a famous author who has fallen comatose after a tragic car accident. The only catch? She has to live in the author’s isolated mansion in Vermont. Lowen has to live with the author’s hot, mysterious husband and their only sur…

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Proper Detective Work in the First 48 With Detective Jason White 45:22

3M ago45:22

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Det. Jason White is a 25-year veteran of the Tulsa Police Department. Throughout his career, he has worked in uniform patrol and served as a member of the Street Crimes Unit, an undercover investigator in the Special Investigations Division Narcotics Unit, a School Resource Officer, and a Crime Scene Detective. Det. White is currently assigned to t…

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Speculative Fiction with Quincy Jaquez 49:02

3M ago49:02

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Quincy stopped by to talk about one of his favorite subgenres Speculative Fiction? What is it? Why do we love it? Shownotes: https://booksinthefreezer.comBy Stephanie Gagnon

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Friday CRU (Crime Round-Up) with Nancy Grace: Federal Raid, Polygraph Proposals, Jury Pool Controversy 29:16

3M ago29:16

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In the first ever episode of a new Zone 7 series, CRU sees a dream team of Nancy Grace joining our Host Sheryl McCollum to rehash the most relevant crime topics from the previous weeks news. Nancy Grace is an outspoken, tireless advocate for victims’ rights and one of television's most respected legal analysts. Nancy Grace had a perfect conviction …

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The Investigation of Rebekah Gould’s Murder with George Jared 54:27

3M ago54:27

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This episode of Zone 7 features an in-depth discussion with true crime author George Jared about the 2004 murder of Rebekah Gould in Arkansas. He provides detailed background on the crime scene, body disposal location, initial suspect theories by police, and his own analysis pointing toward Rebekah’s ex-boyfriend Casey McCullough's family. Jared de…

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Sheriff Buford Pusser: The Other Story Featuring Guest Mike Elam 39:39

3M ago39:39

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Pauline Pusser was shot and killed in an ambush believed to be meant for her husband, Sheriff Buford Pusser, in August of 1967 in McNairy County. According to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, an autopsy was never performed on Pauline's body. Mike Elam is an author, former law enforcement officer, and historian with a focus on Sheriff Buford P…

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