River Donaghey grew up in a cult. Or at least that’s what some people called it. His parents called it a “personal-growth seminar group.” Its leader called it “one big happy family.” But there was a dark side to the world River grew up in. One he never heard about as a kid. In the 1970s and 80s, a self-help company called Lifespring took America by storm. Hundreds of thousands of people walked out of Lifespring as true believers, convinced that the seminars had the power to change the world. ...
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Murdered: Rowan Milford with Like Mother Like Murder
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Welcome to our special episode of Like Mother Like Murder, where they share a poignant and heartbreaking story that sheds light on the profound impact of domestic violence. In this powerful podcast, they delve into the tragic case of a young child whose life was cut short by the very person who was meant to protect him—his father. Through an interview with his own Mother, and personal reflections, we explore the complexities of this devastating situation and the broader implications for families and communities. Join us as we honor the memory of this innocent child and raise awareness about the urgent need for change. Listener discretion is advised, as we navigate this sensitive topic with the care it deserves.
------Trigger Warning----child death
Rowan Milford Morey was found murdered in an apparent murder/suicide by the hands of his very own father.
In a devastating twist of events, just two days before, Rowan was supposed to be dropped back off with his M=mother, Brandi, and when that didn't happen--
she knew something was wrong.
Brandi joined us to share stories of her son, talk about a failed system and what exactly happened from trying to report Rowan missing to when she found out he was no longer with us.
Please listen today and share Rowans story for everyone to hear. Brandi Morey-Pols is deteremined to make a difference for parents, children, families in hopes to stop this from happening to anyone else.
To donate to Brandi Morey-Pols and her family please go to their GoFundMe here:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/show-love-and-support-for-brandi-and-family?lang=en_US&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=facebook
Follow the RIP Rowan Morey page on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566729802829
BrandiMarie26 - TikTok
Sources:
Interview with Brandi Morey-Pols
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/byron-center-mi/rowan-morey-11956071
https://www.wafb.com/2024/08/30/my-worst-nightmare-come-true-mother-calls-change-after-son-killed-murder-suicide-by-his-dad/
https://www.woodtv.com/news/kent-county/mother-says-flawed-court-system-led-to-sons-murder/
Thank you so much,
Rachel & Heather
Support the show
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beyond-the-shadows--6218555/support.
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------Trigger Warning----child death
Rowan Milford Morey was found murdered in an apparent murder/suicide by the hands of his very own father.
In a devastating twist of events, just two days before, Rowan was supposed to be dropped back off with his M=mother, Brandi, and when that didn't happen--
she knew something was wrong.
Brandi joined us to share stories of her son, talk about a failed system and what exactly happened from trying to report Rowan missing to when she found out he was no longer with us.
Please listen today and share Rowans story for everyone to hear. Brandi Morey-Pols is deteremined to make a difference for parents, children, families in hopes to stop this from happening to anyone else.
To donate to Brandi Morey-Pols and her family please go to their GoFundMe here:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/show-love-and-support-for-brandi-and-family?lang=en_US&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=facebook
Follow the RIP Rowan Morey page on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566729802829
BrandiMarie26 - TikTok
Sources:
Interview with Brandi Morey-Pols
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/byron-center-mi/rowan-morey-11956071
https://www.wafb.com/2024/08/30/my-worst-nightmare-come-true-mother-calls-change-after-son-killed-murder-suicide-by-his-dad/
https://www.woodtv.com/news/kent-county/mother-says-flawed-court-system-led-to-sons-murder/
Thank you so much,
Rachel & Heather
Support the show
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beyond-the-shadows--6218555/support.
113 episodes
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Welcome to our special episode of Like Mother Like Murder, where they share a poignant and heartbreaking story that sheds light on the profound impact of domestic violence. In this powerful podcast, they delve into the tragic case of a young child whose life was cut short by the very person who was meant to protect him—his father. Through an interview with his own Mother, and personal reflections, we explore the complexities of this devastating situation and the broader implications for families and communities. Join us as we honor the memory of this innocent child and raise awareness about the urgent need for change. Listener discretion is advised, as we navigate this sensitive topic with the care it deserves.
------Trigger Warning----child death
Rowan Milford Morey was found murdered in an apparent murder/suicide by the hands of his very own father.
In a devastating twist of events, just two days before, Rowan was supposed to be dropped back off with his M=mother, Brandi, and when that didn't happen--
she knew something was wrong.
Brandi joined us to share stories of her son, talk about a failed system and what exactly happened from trying to report Rowan missing to when she found out he was no longer with us.
Please listen today and share Rowans story for everyone to hear. Brandi Morey-Pols is deteremined to make a difference for parents, children, families in hopes to stop this from happening to anyone else.
To donate to Brandi Morey-Pols and her family please go to their GoFundMe here:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/show-love-and-support-for-brandi-and-family?lang=en_US&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=facebook
Follow the RIP Rowan Morey page on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566729802829
BrandiMarie26 - TikTok
Sources:
Interview with Brandi Morey-Pols
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/byron-center-mi/rowan-morey-11956071
https://www.wafb.com/2024/08/30/my-worst-nightmare-come-true-mother-calls-change-after-son-killed-murder-suicide-by-his-dad/
https://www.woodtv.com/news/kent-county/mother-says-flawed-court-system-led-to-sons-murder/
Thank you so much,
Rachel & Heather
Support the show
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beyond-the-shadows--6218555/support.
…
continue reading
------Trigger Warning----child death
Rowan Milford Morey was found murdered in an apparent murder/suicide by the hands of his very own father.
In a devastating twist of events, just two days before, Rowan was supposed to be dropped back off with his M=mother, Brandi, and when that didn't happen--
she knew something was wrong.
Brandi joined us to share stories of her son, talk about a failed system and what exactly happened from trying to report Rowan missing to when she found out he was no longer with us.
Please listen today and share Rowans story for everyone to hear. Brandi Morey-Pols is deteremined to make a difference for parents, children, families in hopes to stop this from happening to anyone else.
To donate to Brandi Morey-Pols and her family please go to their GoFundMe here:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/show-love-and-support-for-brandi-and-family?lang=en_US&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=facebook
Follow the RIP Rowan Morey page on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566729802829
BrandiMarie26 - TikTok
Sources:
Interview with Brandi Morey-Pols
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/byron-center-mi/rowan-morey-11956071
https://www.wafb.com/2024/08/30/my-worst-nightmare-come-true-mother-calls-change-after-son-killed-murder-suicide-by-his-dad/
https://www.woodtv.com/news/kent-county/mother-says-flawed-court-system-led-to-sons-murder/
Thank you so much,
Rachel & Heather
Support the show
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beyond-the-shadows--6218555/support.
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