Best Justine Rodes Podcasts (2024)

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Tiana ON: protecting your mental health from online trolls 1:02:41

2h ago1:02:41

1:02:41

Online trolls are becoming an increasing problem as social media continues to grow, turning these platforms into a playground for bullies. Content creators and influencers must protect their mental health in this challenging environment. Today, I am interviewing Tiana about her experiences with online trolls and what she does to safeguard her menta…

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Abe Martinez ON: Shedding light on gaslighting: Strategies for reclaiming your truth and power 49:44

5d ago49:44

49:44

Join us for a raw and insightful conversation as we explore the complex issues of mental health, resilience, and gaslighting. In this episode, we talk about the impact of depression manifesting in early teen years, share stories of surviving suicide attempts, and engage in a candid discussion on the insidious nature of gaslighting. Follow Us: Insta…

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Phrogging // 213 // Daniel Laplante 37:17

2M ago37:17

37:17

Amber Dawn noticed food and other items had gone missing in her apartment. One day, she noticed the attic door was open and someone had been living in there. The Bowens were tortured for months by Danny Laplante who was living in their walls. After his mom bailed him out of jail, he murdered Priscilla Gustafson and her two children, William and Abi…

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Phrogging // 212 // Andrew Swofford and Ezekial Zayas 42:58

2M ago42:58

42:58

Madisyn, Destiny, and Ahmiyah were living in an apartment together. Many of their items went missing, and they later found a man named Andrew Swofford living in their closet. James and Brittany Campbell went on vacation, and when they came back early, they found Ezequiel Zayas in their home. He journaled about them, moved all of their belongings, a…

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Kaitlyn Ledbetter // 211 // Unsolved disappearance 32:36

2M ago32:36

32:36

On May 2nd, 2021, around 5 AM, 26-year-old Kaitlyn Ledbetter, allegedly leapt out of her bedroom window after an argument with her father's girlfriend. Her father, Scott, said he saw Kaitlyn running towards the woods, and that was the last time he saw her. She was barefoot, wearing pajamas, and didn't take her phone. If you have any information reg…

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Sunny Sramek // 210 // unsolved disappearance 20:58

2M ago20:58

20:58

On April 20th, 2019, 18-year-old Sunny Sramek left her home in Trenton, Nebraska, with a male Indvidual. They were allegedly taking a trip to Omaha to pick up the man's niece, but Sunny hasn't been seen or heard from since. She was last seen wearing denim shorts and a black tank top. She was in a 2004 white Ford Explorer with an Iowa license plate …

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Ian Michael Michelin ON: How To Heal By Reprograming Your Brain 46:32

3M ago46:32

46:32

Join author Ian on a transformative voyage of self-discovery with his groundbreaking workbook, "YOU Hold the Power Within Your Thoughts." Delving into the depths of mental health, Ian presents a comprehensive guide designed to empower individuals on their unique healing journeys. This innovative workbook serves as a beacon of hope, offering practic…

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William Rankin // 209 // The man who rode the thunder 1:00:00

3M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

William Rankin was flying an F-8 Crusader jet fighter on July 26th, 1959. During the flight, the engine stopped, and a fire warning light flashed. He was forced to eject and parachute into a cloud, where he got stuck in a thunderstorm. He suffered severe decompression which casued his eyes, ears, nose, and mouth to bleed. William was stuck in the s…

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Justin Turner // 208 28:40

3M ago28:40

28:40

On March 5th, 1989, 5-year-old Justin Turner's body was discovered inside his family's small camper. He was found by his father, Victor Lee Turner, two days after he was reported missing. His stepmother, Megan R. Turner, who was previously known as Pamela K. Turner, was the last person to see Justin alive. The case was reopened in 2021 and Justin's…

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James Ruppert // 207 // Easter Sunday Massacre 51:00

3M ago51:00

51:00

The Easter Sunday Massacre occurred on March 30th, 1975, when 41-year-old James Ruppert fatally shot 11 of his family members in his mother's house at 635 Minor Avenue in Hamilton, Ohio. James was found guilty on two counts of aggravated murder, but not guilty for the other nine counts by reason of insanity. https://www.drinkingthecoolaid.com/ http…

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Trauma Story: Vacation Gone Wrong 22:10

3M ago22:10

22:10

In this episode, Justine opens up about a vacation gone wrong in the city of Miami. What began as an eagerly anticipated trip quickly spiraled into chaos and tension, leaving lasting impressions on all involved. Justine recounts the rollercoaster of events that plagued the trip from the start. From issues with the rental car to disagreements over r…

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Tina Mott // 206 // Tim Bradford // 622 Minor Avenue 28:10

3M ago28:10

28:10

At 622 Minor Avenue, in the upstairs apartment, Tim Bradford slashed the throat of his girlfriend, Tina Mott. He claimed that he accidentally killed her, but then he dismembered her to cover his tracks. Tim entered the prison system in 1997 and was released on December 6th, 2023, after serving a 25-year sentence. Website: https://www.drinkingthecoo…

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Amy Pagnac // 205 // Unsolved disappearance 27:24

4M ago27:24

27:24

13-year-old Amy Sue Pagnac stopped at the gas station with her father on August 5th, 1989, after working on the family farm. The gas station was just two miles from their home in Maple Grove, Minnesota. When Marshall walked out of the station, Amy was not in the vehicle. She remains missing and her case is unsolved. Website: https://www.drinkingthe…

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Delaney Tycholis ON: Life after being diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder 43:47

4M ago43:47

43:47

In this episode, we sit down with Delaney, a courageous individual who shares her journey of living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Delaney opens up about her life post-diagnosis, shedding light on the challenges, triumphs, and the path to self-discovery. Follow us on Instagram: @mentallyabadass Follow Delaney: @daisywildvintage Don't m…

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Ejaz Ahmad // 204 // Leah Ward // Part 4 42:58

4M ago42:58

42:58

In May of 2003, Ejaz Ahmad was shot, stabbed, and decapitated by his wife Leah Ward. His body was discovered in a shed behind his house in Memphis, Tennessee. Leah admitted to murdering Ejaz, but said it was in self-defense. Her trial was in 2005, and the jury did not believe her story. She was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life…

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Ejaz Ahmad // 203 // Leah Ward // Part 3 49:59

4M ago49:59

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In May of 2003, Ejaz Ahmad was shot, stabbed, and decapitated by his wife Leah Ward. His body was discovered in a shed behind his house in Memphis, Tennessee. Leah admitted to murdering Ejaz, but said it was in self-defense. Her trial was in 2005, and the jury did not believe her story. She was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life…

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Ejaz Ahmad // 202 // Leah Ward // Part 2 51:16

4M ago51:16

51:16

In May of 2003, Ejaz Ahmad was shot, stabbed, and decapitated by his wife Leah Ward. His body was discovered in a shed behind his house in Memphis, Tennessee. Leah admitted to murdering Ejaz, but said it was in self-defense. Her trial was in 2005, and the jury did not believe her story. She was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life…

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Rising from the Shadows: Reina Mar on Overcoming Depression 1:13:26

5M ago1:13:26

1:13:26

In this episode, we're joined by the talented Reina Mar, also known as Rosa Martinez, an emerging music artist hailing from the vibrant music scene of NJ/NYC. From Latin pop to EDM, Reina Mar's music transcends genres, but her journey hasn't been without its challenges. Join us as she opens up about a dark period in her life where she came close to…

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Ejaz Ahmad // 201 // Leah Ward // Part 1 54:13

5M ago54:13

54:13

In May of 2003, Ejaz Ahmad was shot, stabbed, and decapitated by his wife Leah Ward. His body was discovered in a shed behind his house in Memphis, Tennessee. Leah admitted to murdering Ejaz, but said it was in self-defense. Her trial was in 2005, and the jury did not believe her story. She was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life…

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Molly's Game // 200 // Underground poker 1:04:22

5M ago1:04:22

1:04:22

Molly's Game was one of the most exclusive, high-stakes underground poker games in the world. It began in the late 2000's and Molly Bloom was running the show. Everyone wanted in, but it was invite only. Millions of dollars were won and lost at Molly's table and the people that were allowed to play were celebrities and millionaires. She was living …

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Blake Leibel // Iana Kasian // 199 // Part 2 59:29

5M ago59:29

59:29

Shortly after Iana Kasian and Blake Leibel became engaged, and 3 weeks after Iana gave birth to their daughter, Iana stopped answering her phone. On May 26th, 2016, the police arrived at the couple's apartment in West Hollywood, California. They found Iana's mutilated body lying on the bed in the master bedroom, and she had been drained of blood. D…

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Blake Leibel // Iana Kasian // 198 // Part 1 51:51

5M ago51:51

51:51

Shortly after Iana Kasian and Blake Leibel became engaged, and 3 weeks after Iana gave birth to their daughter, Iana stopped answering her phone. On May 26th, 2016, the police arrived at the couple's apartment in West Hollywood, California. They found Iana's mutilated body lying on the bed in the master bedroom, and she had been drained of blood. D…

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Serial farter and the woman who birthed rabbits // 197 48:00

6M ago48:00

48:00

This is our holiday episode where we cover things like: snorting ashes, hidey holes, a serial farter, a woman who had a reptile in her pants, a tiny doll family, and a woman who claimed she was birthing rabbits! You do not want to miss this one! Website: https://www.drinkingthecoolaid.com/ https://linktr.ee/drinkingthecoolaid Support the show: http…

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Radium Girls // 196 // Part 5 1:08:10

6M ago1:08:10

1:08:10

The Radium Girls were female factory workers who contracted radiation poisoning beginning in 1917, while they were painting watches with self-luminous paint. This occurred at three factories in the United States: Orange, New Jersey, Ottawa, Illinois, and Waterbury Connecticut. The women were assured that the paint was harmless, but that wasn't true…

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Radium Girls // 195 // Part 4 48:23

6M ago48:23

48:23

The Radium Girls were female factory workers who contracted radiation poisoning beginning in 1917, while they were painting watches with self-luminous paint. This occurred at three factories in the United States: Orange, New Jersey, Ottawa, Illinois, and Waterbury Connecticut. The women were assured that the paint was harmless, but that wasn't true…

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Radium Girls // 194 // Part 3 45:39

6M ago45:39

45:39

The Radium Girls were female factory workers who contracted radiation poisoning beginning in 1917, while they were painting watches with self-luminous paint. This occurred at three factories in the United States: Orange, New Jersey, Ottawa, Illinois, and Waterbury Connecticut. The women were assured that the paint was harmless, but that wasn't true…

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Radium Girls // 193 // Part 2 56:08

6M ago56:08

56:08

The Radium Girls were female factory workers who contracted radiation poisoning beginning in 1917, while they were painting watches with self-luminous paint. This occurred at three factories in the United States: Orange, New Jersey, Ottawa, Illinois, and Waterbury Connecticut. The women were assured that the paint was harmless, but that wasn't true…

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Ally Loyns: ON BPD diagnosis and finding stability through poetry 1:03:10

7M ago1:03:10

1:03:10

Ally Loyns was diagnosed with BPD (borderline personality disorder) after not recognizing herself anymore. In this episode, we talk about the reality of what happens during a BPD meltdown. Ally opens up about her family dynamic growing up and how it could have contributed to the breakdown she had in 2020. TW: this episode mentions topics such as se…

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Radium Girls // 192 // Part 1 1:00:52

7M ago1:00:52

1:00:52

The Radium Girls were female factory workers who contracted radiation poisoning beginning in 1917, while they were painting watches with self-luminous paint. This occurred at three factories in the United States: Orange, New Jersey, Ottawa, Illinois, and Waterbury Connecticut. The women were assured that the paint was harmless, but that wasn't true…

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Mary Vincent // 191 // Roxanne Hayes // Larry Singleton // Part 3 56:07

7M ago56:07

56:07

On September 29th, 1978, Mary Vincent was hitchhiking and accepted a ride from Larry Singleton. She survived a violent attack where he cut her arms off and Larry served eight years of his fourteen-year sentence. He later murdered Roxanne Hayes on February 19th, 1997 and was sentenced to death, but he died in prison in 2001. Website: https://www.dri…

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Mary Vincent // 190 // Roxanne Hayes // Larry Singleton // Part 2 50:24

7M ago50:24

50:24

On September 29th, 1978, Mary Vincent was hitchhiking and accepted a ride from Larry Singleton. She survived a violent attack where he cut her arms off and Larry served eight years of his fourteen-year sentence. He later murdered Roxanne Hayes on February 19th, 1997 and was sentenced to death, but he died in prison in 2001. Website: https://www.dri…

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Matt Kane: ON from surviving their 20s to thriving in their 30s 48:36

7M ago48:36

48:36

Matt was diagnosed with encephalitis as a baby which created many challenges for him to overcome as a child, such as long-term medical treatment and hospital visits. Because of his medical condition, he experienced a heavy volume of bullying from his peers. In this episode, we learn about what encephalitis is, the real and raw experience of having …

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Mary Vincent // 189 // Roxanne Hayes // Larry Singleton // Part 1 51:26

7M ago51:26

51:26

On September 29th, 1978, Mary Vincent was hitchhiking and accepted a ride from Larry Singleton. She survived a violent attack where he cut her arms off and Larry served eight years of his fourteen-year sentence. He later murdered Roxanne Hayes on February 19th, 1997 and was sentenced to death, but he died in prison in 2001. Website: https://www.dri…

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Margarita Gracheva // 188 // Survivor 45:13

8M ago45:13

45:13

On December 11th, 2017, Margarita Gracheva's husband, Dmitry, took her into an isolated forest and cut off her hands with an ax. Doctors were able to recover one of her hands during a highly complex surgery. Russia decriminalized domestic violence, so Dmitry's sentence was only 14 years. Margarita is now an advocate and has a TV show where she help…

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The Queen Mary // 187 // Haunted ship 57:49

8M ago57:49

57:49

The Queen Mary is a retired British ocean liner that sailed from 1936 to 1967. During World War II, the ship was gutted, painted grey, and used by soldiers for travel. Once the war was over, Queen Mary was transformed back to her original state until she retired in 1967. You can tour the great ship, but it's considered to be one of the most haunted…

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Shane Thrapp: ON His Experience in a Cult, Being Married to a Narcissist, and Living with ADHD 58:44

8M ago58:44

58:44

In this episode, we interview Shane about his experience being in a cult, being married to a narcissist, and his experience living with ADHD. We learn many things in this episode such as how alive racism is where he grew up. Shane had a rough childhood but he manifests his trauma in helping men who struggle with ADHD. Follow Shane: Insta: @mensadhd…

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La Llorona // 186 // The Weeping Woman 35:48

8M ago35:48

35:48

La Llorona "The Weeping Woman" is a ghost or spirit who wails near bodies of water mourning for her children who she drowned in a jealous rage after finding out that her husband cheated on her. There are many variations of this tale as it's been passed down for many generations, but the earliest documentation of La Llorona is traced back to 1550 an…

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Harold The Doll // 185 // Part 2 // Haunted 1:06:49

8M ago1:06:49

1:06:49

Harold the Doll was listed on eBay in 2003 with an interesting backstory. He became a sensation when people began experiencing headaches, back pain, illness, or even death after being around him, or even seeing his picture. Anthony Quinata became the final owner of the doll in 2004, and he discovered that there may be multiple spirits trapped insid…

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Harold The Doll // 184 // Part 1 // Haunted 1:05:56

9M ago1:05:56

1:05:56

Harold the Doll was listed on eBay in 2003 with an interesting backstory. He became a sensation when people began experiencing headaches, back pain, illness, or even death after being around him, or even seeing his picture. Anthony Quinata became the final owner of the doll in 2004, and he discovered that there may be multiple spirits trapped insid…

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The Island of the dolls // 183 // La Isla de las Munecas 57:15

9M ago57:15

57:15

The Island of the Dolls also known as La Isla de las Munecas is a chinampa located in the channels of Xochimilco, south of the center of Mexico City, Mexico. The former owner, Don Julian Santana Barrera began collecting and hanging dolls all over. Many local legends surround the island and the dolls, and some believe that it's haunted. https://link…

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How to tap into your subconscious mind to heal trauma with Thais Gibson 52:45

9M ago52:45

52:45

Think of your subconscious mind as a bag filled with trash that needs to be cleaned out. Your subconscious mind is the center of all of your core beliefs. Some of these beliefs are toxic and keep you from being your best self. Some of these beliefs may also be outdated. Thais Gibson chats with us about how you can tap into your subconscious mind to…

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Karen Stitt // 182 // Gary Ramirez 39:55

9M ago39:55

39:55

15-year-old Karen Stitt was a student at Palo Alto High School. On September 3rd, 1982, she was stabbed to death in Sunnyvale, California. Her murder went unsolved for almost 40 years until forensic genealogy was used to identify her alleged killer, Gary Ramirez. https://linktr.ee/drinkingthecoolaid RESOURCES: Karen Stitt: Arrest made in brutal 198…

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Jonathan Luna // 181 // Part 5 // Conspiracy 1:14:28

9M ago1:14:28

1:14:28

Jonathan Luna was a federal prosecutor, working on a plea agreement for the Smith-Poindexter case. On the night of December 3rd, 2003, his vehicle left the Baltimore courthouse at 11:38 PM. His body was discovered early the next morning, face-down in a creek with multiple stab wounds. Could this have something to do with his line of work? Perhaps t…

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Jonathan Luna // 180 // Part 4 // Conspiracy 1:01:52

10M ago1:01:52

1:01:52

Jonathan Luna was a federal prosecutor, working on a plea agreement for the Smith-Poindexter case. On the night of December 3rd, 2003, his vehicle left the Baltimore courthouse at 11:38 PM. His body was discovered early the next morning, face-down in a creek with multiple stab wounds. Could this have something to do with his line of work? Perhaps t…

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Jonathan Luna // 179 // Part 3 // Conspiracy 1:01:33

10M ago1:01:33

1:01:33

Jonathan Luna was a federal prosecutor, working on a plea agreement for the Smith-Poindexter case. On the night of December 3rd, 2003, his vehicle left the Baltimore courthouse at 11:38 PM. His body was discovered early the next morning, face-down in a creek with multiple stab wounds. Could this have something to do with his line of work? Perhaps t…

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Jonathan Luna // 178 // Part 2 // Conspiracy 59:38

10M ago59:38

59:38

Jonathan Luna was a federal prosecutor, working on a plea agreement for the Smith-Poindexter case. On the night of December 3rd, 2003, his vehicle left the Baltimore courthouse at 11:38 PM. His body was discovered early the next morning, face-down in a creek with multiple stab wounds. Could this have something to do with his line of work? Perhaps t…

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Jonathan Luna // 177 // Part 1 // Conspiracy 51:06

10M ago51:06

51:06

Jonathan Luna was a federal prosecutor, working on a plea agreement for the Smith-Poindexter case. On the night of December 3rd, 2003, his vehicle left the Baltimore courthouse at 11:38 PM. His body was discovered early the next morning, face-down in a creek with multiple stab wounds. Could this have something to do with his line of work? Perhaps t…

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Never Have I Ever With Ariel: I Kicked A Nun 45:01

10M ago45:01

45:01

Today is a very special episode with Ariel, who is the co-founder of the Mentally A Badass brand. Ariel handles all of the graphics, blog, and our website. In this episode, we will be playing Never Have I Ever (mental health edition). We talk about hospitalization, depression, nightmares, eating disorders, and the time that Ariel kicked a nun. We a…

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Amy and Todd Mullis // 176 // The Corn Rake Murder // Part 2 49:47

11M ago49:47

49:47

On November 10th, 2018, Amy Mullis was found in the red shed at her farm and she had been impaled by a corn rake. Her husband called 911 and said he believed she fell on the corn rake, but her injuries didn't make sense. Amy had 6 puncture wounds, but there were only 4 tines on the rake. Todd Mullis was found guilty of murdering his wife and he was…

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Amy and Todd Mullis // 175 // The Corn Rake Murder // Part 1 43:03

11M ago43:03

43:03

On November 10th, 2018, Amy Mullis was found in the red shed at her farm and she had been impaled by a corn rake. Her husband called 911 and said he believed she fell on the corn rake, but her injuries didn't make sense. Amy had 6 puncture wounds, but there were only 4 tines on the rake. Todd Mullis was found guilty of murdering his wife and he was…

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