Crime and Coffee Couple - True Crime Podcast

Skip the banter: 00:05:47As we mill about our lives, interacting with those that we know, or think we know, & those that we simply pass on the street, there’s sometimes no way of knowing what lies beneath the surface of a friendly smile. For all intents & purposes, Carl Eric “Charlie” Brandt seemed like a completely even-keeled, happy person. He was in what appeared to be a happy marriage that others envied, but it turned out he was hiding an exceptionally deep, dark secret. This case...

Skip the banter: 00:07:35On the morning of Saturday, July 21, 2018, Lana Clayton ran out of her house, claiming that she found her husband, Steve Clayton, dead at the bottom of the staircase in their South Carolina home. The coroner initially believed that Steve’s death was a result of a heart attack, but as time went by, his family began to notice that Lana was acting strangely. This prompted further investigation which shifted the whole picture in another direction.Check out Smart Labels on...

Skip the banter: 00:05:50Where there is history, there is haunting & the Ohio State Reformatory is a prime example of a place with not only history behind it, but also many deaths. Throughout the 94 years it held prisoners, more than 200 people perished from disease, accident, murder or suicide. Many claim that very active spirits continue to roam the rooms of the large prison which remains open to the public & serves as an active stomping ground for ghost hunters.Check out Smart Labe...

Skip the banter: 00:08:44This is a listener suggestion from Amy Kay.In June of 2013, 8-year-old Cherish Lily Perrywinkle was out shopping with her mom in Jacksonville, Florida when she was abducted by a man who had a criminal history of preying on children from as far back as the 1970s.Check out Smart Labels on Amazon here.Support the showAll our links (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Merch, etc):https://linktr.ee/crimeandcoffeeFacebook Group to discuss episodes:www.facebook.com/groups/crimeandco...

Skip the banter: 00:08:17This is a listener suggestion from Jacey.The Witman family consisted of parents Ron & Sue & their two sons, 15-year old Zach & 13-year-old Greg who lived in the small, quiet town of New Freedom, Pennsylvania. The town was shocked & saddened when they learned the tragic news that 13-year-old Greg had been ambushed in his own home moments after walking through the front door as he came home from school. Even more chilling, they soon learned that the murd...

Skip the banter: 00:04:53This is a listener suggestion from Munchkins Militia.22-year-old Jennifer Servo had big dreams for her career in journalism & worked tirelessly with the goal of one day becoming the next Katie Couric. During her time on air, Jennifer covered murder cases & sadly, it was her own murder that went on to become one of the most perplexing unsolved cases in Texas history. Only weeks after she uprooted her life from Montana to Abilene, Texas to start her first journa...

Skip the banter: 00:08:20This is a listener suggestion from Morgan & Jo.Bournemouth, England was found to be one of the happiest places in the UK with 82% of those polled expressing happiness with where they lived. However, in 2002, the town was stricken with fear when they learned that a woman had been brutally murdered in her home at 211 Capstone Road & her mutilated body was discovered by her children as they returned home from school. Investigators eventually realized that this ho...

Skip the banter: 6:35This is a listener suggestion from Ava.On Friday, May 5, 2017, 18-year-old Brooke Skylar Richardson, who went by Skylar, attended her senior prom. Less than 48 hours later she gave birth to a baby girl in the bathroom of her family home in the middle of the night. Other than the OB-GYN she’d seen in April to obtain a prescription for birth control pills, not a soul was aware of the fact that Skylar was even pregnant. The young girl later claimed that her baby girl that sh...

Skip the banter: 5:57Allison's Amazon Addiction (socks)As you scroll through social media at the smiling, picture perfect images, much of what you see is only an illusion & a moment in time of a full life that’s happening outside the lens of the camera. You’re likely judging your own life in comparison to these images of what likely look like perfection; a gorgeous, tidy home, children in trendy, unblemished clothing, exotic travels to places you’ve yet to go. But these are just the caref...

Skip the banter: 6:00In March of 2019, 21-year-old Samantha Josephson was a senior at the University of South Carolina. She was mere months away from starting law school on a full scholarship at Drexel University’s law school when she was out with friends & mistakenly got into a car she believed was her Uber. Her roommates who had been out with her that night, filed a missing person’s report with Columbia police after they were unable to reach her the following afternoon. YouTube vid...

Skip the banter: 6:51This is a listener suggestion from Sharena & Carolyn.Aubreigh Paige Wyatt had just begun 8th grade at Ocean Springs Middle School in Ocean Springs, Mississippi when her life ended on Labor Day, Monday September 4, 2023 after she made the unimaginable decision to end her own life at the tender age of 13. Heather's (Aubreigh's mom) TikTok account: https://www.tiktok.com/@heatherwyatt715?lang=enYouTube video of this episode: https://youtu.be/xwi4_dzPpDUAllison's Amazon A...

In the early morning hours of Saturday, November 19, 2011 a young woman’s mangled body was found in the road on the interstate in West Virginia. A 911 call came through at 3:41 am & the motorist indicated that they saw a car broken down near mile marker 181 in the northbound lanes of Interstate 77 near Parkersburg, West Virginia. He said the car was against the guardrail & he suspected that something was going on over there. The man didn’t identify himself & the recording ended. A...

Skip the banter: 4:3625-year-old Anna Moriah “Mo” Wilson was an up & coming gravel cyclist who was found dead on the floor of her friend’s Austin, Texas bathroom on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 & the cycling world was rocked by the news of her sudden, violent death.YouTube video of this episode: https://youtu.be/2Zx1swTcJTc All our links (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Merch, etc):https://linktr.ee/crimeandcoffeeFacebook Group to discuss episodes:www.facebook.com/groups/crimeandcoffeecouplepo...

This is a listener suggestion from Scarlett.On Wednesday, October 25, 1967 it was 6 pm when the CBS Evening News aired & Walter Cronkite spoke of a tragedy in the small town of Arcadia, Florida, a rural area with sprawling farm fields & cattle pastures, which sits about 45 miles southeast of Sarasota in DeSoto County. Seven children from the same family had been poisoned, six were dead & one was actively dying. Their father, James Richardson, an African-American man who worked as ...

Skip the banter: 6:44This is a case suggestion from Josie.Ten year old best friends Holly Wells & Jessica Chapman left a family barbeque to buy candy when they suddenly vanished during the summer of 2002. About six years earlier at age four, the girls met & became instant friends. From that moment on, they were connected at the hip & had a closeness of sisters rather than merely best friends. Allison tells us the rest of their sad story.YouTube video of this episode: https://youtu...

Skip the banter: 7:15On July 14, 2019, images of a young woman’s lifeless body appeared on various social media platforms, including Discord & stunned users were unsure if the images were real or not. 911 calls started coming in from around the country & one caller actually identified the woman in the photo as 17-year-old Bianca Devins.YouTube video of this episode: https://youtu.be/cWTNhG_sHF0All our links (Instagram, TikTok, Merch, etc):https://linktr.ee/crimeandcoffeeFacebook Group...

YouTube of this episode: https://youtu.be/PZxXb5uSN5oA few people have asked for a personal Q&A episode, so here it is! We thought it would be fun to answer some questions we got from our beloved listeners. We'll do another one of these down the road, let us know what you think.Thank you for listening, we appreciate anyone that has ever listened to us. ♥♥Over 60 bonus episodes! Support our little mom & pop podcast...Patreon (best for those who listen on Spotify or other 3rd party podc...

Skip the banter: 7:11Joey Comunale was a 26-year-old successful young man from Connecticut who went out clubbing with friends in New York City in 2016 & ended his night at an afterparty where he seemingly vanished.YouTube of this video: https://youtu.be/JXofGKNJEs0 Swedish meatball recipe: https://pinchofyum.com/swedish-meatballs All our links (Instagram, TikTok, Merch, etc):https://linktr.ee/crimeandcoffeeFacebook Group to discuss episodes:www.facebook.com/groups/crimeandcoff...

Skip banter: 5:48YouTube video of this episode: https://youtu.be/FG69n5FVqzM13-year-old Kacie Woody was a sweet, bubbly & social girl who was always eager to make new friends. Sadly, these lovely qualities would later allow a predator to gain her trust, leading to a devastating conclusion.Allison's Amazon Addiction: https://www.amazon.com/shop/crimeandcoffee2/list/Support the showAll our links (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Merch, etc):https://linktr.ee/crimeandcoffeeFacebook Group to discu...

This is a listener suggestion from Aneidy.More than thirteen years ago, on January 26, 2011, 27-year-old elementary school teacher, Ellen Greenberg, was found by her fiance, 28-year-old Samuel Goldberg, deceased in the kitchen of their Manayunk, Pennsylvania apartment. She was slumped against the cabinets, her legs were splayed out in front of her & she had 20 stab wounds, many of which were to the back of her head & neck. A 10-inch knife remained lodged in Ellen’s chest. This one is ...

It was a bitterly cold night on Saturday, January 31, 2004 in Racine, Wisconsin. It was the type of frigid air that made even breathing painful. A 911 call came through earlier that day & the dispatcher heard a woman say that her ex-husband was trying to kill her. The woman had placed the call from inside a garbage can that had been filled with snow while she was being held prisoner in her ex-husband’s truck as he drove her to an unknown location. YouTube of this episode: https://you...

In February of 1984, an 11-year-old boy was abducted from his Baton Rouge home by his karate teacher who had also become a trusted family friend. A week after he seemingly vanished, a phone call ended up being the key piece to help find Jody Plauché & bring him back home to his family.YouTube of this episode: https://youtu.be/sf6ByTAVBqAAllison's Amazon Addiction: https://www.amazon.com/shop/crimeandcoffee2/list/2UNVF9JKQR2KG?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfcrimeandcoffee2_TK9TACPQY5ADQ...

Skip the banter: 7:58This is a listener suggestion from Rhianna. In 2014, Catherine Hoggle was the mother of three young children who had been working toward restoring her mental health for years. The family had a system in place so that Catherine was never alone with the children without another adult present. Despite this plan, in the late afternoon of Sunday, September 7, 2014, Catherine left the house with her 2-year-old son, Jacob, to pick up a pizza in Montgomery County, Maryland. ...

Skip banter: 6:37It was the evening of Sunday, February 17, 1991 & Northwest Airlines flight attendant Nancy Ludwig landed in the Detroit, Michigan suburb of Romulus & headed straight to a nearby hotel, just as she’d done countless times in the past. She’d been a flight attendant for the airline for the past fifteen years & had her routine down to a science. She gathered her bags & boarded the shuttle that would take her to a local for the night. Little did she know, she had j...

On the evening of Thursday, December 2, 2010, a concierge within a luxury Melbourne, Australia apartment building, headed to a ground-floor garbage or refuse room in search of a broom. As she attempted to open the door, it appeared to be obstructed from inside the room. After several attempts, the woman was able to push the door open & this was when she was met with a very disturbing scene. She found a young woman lying in a pool of blood beside a garbage bin with blood streaked around th...

Skip the banter: 7:00On May 25, 1979, 6-year-old Etan Patz headed out of his New York City home to his bus stop only two blocks away. Etan’s first walk to the bus stop alone tragically ended up being the last walk of his life.Etan’s story changed things & caused parents to clutch their kids by the hand, unwilling to allow them to walk ahead on their own. It also was a catalyst for the missing-child panic & the “stranger danger” scare that erupted in the late 1970s & early 1980s &a...

Skip the banter: 5:52This is a listener suggestion from Laura.Suzy Lamplugh was a 25-year-old woman who worked in Fulham, London as a real estate agent who suddenly vanished during business hours in broad daylight.YouTube video for this story: https://youtu.be/zes73ER-Jww Over 60 bonus episodes! Support our little mom & pop podcast...Patreon (best for those who listen on Spotify or other 3rd party podcast apps):https://www.patreon.com/crimeandcoffeecoupleApple Subscriptions (easiest for t...

In 1995, Dana Satterfield was a 27-year-old mother of two who owned a successful hair salon & was found brutally murdered in her Roebuck, South Carolina salon. The case would go cold for ten years until -- unbeknownst to her daughter -- she would help solve her own mother’s murder. YouTube video for this story: https://youtu.be/bfHvMHf4EmE Over 60 bonus episodes! Support our little mom & pop podcast...Patreon (best for those who listen on Spotify or other 3rd party podcast apps):https...

This is a listener suggestion from Eliza.This is the story about a 14-year-old girl from British Columbia who was invited to a party & never returned home after she was ruthlessly beaten & murdered by a group of her peers. On April 17, 2024, Hulu launched a show, “Under the Bridge” which details this case & is based on a book that shares the same name; the show has fictionalized & invented details about the case including name changes. Allison tells us this sad true story.YouT...

This is a listener suggestion from Avery.2024 marks 35 years since an 11-year-old boy was abducted from a dark rural road in 1989 in St. Joseph, Minnesota, a small community with a population of less than 3,000. This case terrified the community, stripping their safety & sense of innocence. This case went on to become one of the biggest mysteries in the state’s history & was unsolved for nearly 27 years. Allison tells us Jacob's story.Ad info: Try SmartLabels click hereYouTube l...

This is a listener suggestion from Rachel.Please listen to this story with care as it contains detailed, graphic crime scene evidence.This is a case of a grisly quadruple murder that happened in April of 1981 at the Keddie Resort in the tiny northern California town of Keddie, California. Many years before this horrific night, the resort was considered idyllic & included a rustic hotel, bar & restaurant nestled in the woods along the Feather River. It was founded in 1910 as a getaway ...

This is a listener suggestion from Savannah.This is a case of a teenage girl who went missing & wasn’t seen for twenty-four years.Elisabeth Fritzl was born on April 6, 1966 to parents Josef & Rosemarie Fritzl in Amstetten, Lower Austria; she had three brothers & three sisters. At age 15, after Elisabeth had completed her required education, she started a course to become a waitress. Allison tells us the rest of this insannnnnne story.Ad info: Try SmartLabels click herePeanut butte...

In the early morning hours of Saturday, August 14, 1993, Rick Pacaccio was up early & grabbed his cup of coffee & had just stepped outside to walk the family dog when he noticed something out of the corner of his eye...Allison tells us the rest of the story.YouTube for this story: https://youtu.be/vXEedmmEGyI Allison's Amazon Addiction: https://amzn.to/49qOpAIOver 50 bonus episodes! Support our little mom & pop podcast...Patreon (best for those who listen on Spotify or other 3rd p...

This is a listener suggestion from Natalie.*Warning - story about a child*At 4:30 pm on Monday, February 26, 2024 (I mistakenly said 2023 in the podcast, my apologies), Jenn Soto drove to Hunter’s Creek Middle School in Orlando, Florida to pick her 13-year-old daughter, Madeline Soto, up at school. When Madeline failed to come out of the school, Jenn went inside in search of her daughter & learned that she had been absent that day. Since Jenn knew that her boyfriend, 37-year-old Stephan S...

In 1991, Richard Illes met Miriam Zambie while working as a resident at St. Louis Medical Center where Miriam worked as a perfusionist. The couple got married in 1991 & within a few years, they welcomed their son, Richie, into the family. This was when they relocated to Williamsport where the couple worked side by side. Allison tells us the rest of this story.YouTube of this episode: https://youtu.be/MZYD0HD2OdsOver 50 bonus episodes! Support our little mom & pop podcast...Patre...

Within the peaceful, tranquil beachside community of Solana Beach, California, a shocking murder rattled the residents in December of 2020 when a 37-year-old woman murdered her 64-year-old stepfather. Allison tells us the rest of this story.YouTube for this podcast: https://youtu.be/NorBae9g8c4All our links (Instagram, TikTok, Merch, etc):https://linktr.ee/crimeandcoffeeNew Facebook Group to discuss episodes:www.facebook.com/groups/crimeandcoffeecouplepodcast/Over 50 bonus episodes! Support o...

In 2001, Michele Ann Harris was a 35-year-old mother of four who suddenly vanished after finishing her shift at a restaurant in Waverly, New York. This story is frustrating and Mike is wrong on how it ends at least 3 times. Let us know what you think on Instagram or Facebook!YouTube for this story:https://youtu.be/OJ99Y2XB4R8All our links (Instagram, TikTok, Merch, etc):https://linktr.ee/crimeandcoffeeNew Facebook Group to discuss episodes:www.facebook.com/groups/crimeandcoffeecouplepodcast/O...

**Warning - small children involved in this horribly sad story** In 2010, John DeBlase was a 27-year-old man from Mobile County, Alabama. He had a relatively normal upbringing & graduated high school in 2003. He went on to work at various jobs & started a relationship with a woman named Corrine Heathcock. The couple welcomed their daughter Natalie into the world on November 24, 2005 & in June of 2006, they got married. Their son Chase was born on December 29, 2006 when Natalie was...

**SA trigger warnings** On June 24, 1993, two teenage best friends attended a friend’s pool party & never came home. Their parents told them they loved them as they parted ways, expecting to see them later that night, never fathoming it would be the last time they would see their daughters alive again. Allison tells us the horrific story of Elizabeth Pena and Jennifer Ertman. **SA trigger warnings**YouTube for this episode: https://youtu.be/3x7q93O3QzoOver 40 bonus episodes! Support our l...

This is a listener suggestion from Anni.Hannah Clarke was an Australian woman who was born on September 8, 1988 to parents Lloyd & Sue Clarke; she had a younger brother. In 2008 when Hannah was 20-years-old, she met a man, 31-year-old Rowan Baxter, while she was teaching a class at the gym where his son was in her class. Soon, Rowan began working at the gym as a boxing instructor. Allison tells us the rest of her story.Over 40 bonus episodes! Support our little mom & pop podcast...Pat...

This is a listener suggestion from Leila.Christina Victoria Grimmie was a talented singer and musician born in Marlton, New Jersey, in 1994. From a young age, she had a remarkable talent for singing and playing the piano. Even though she was introverted by nature, Christina's talent shone through, especially after she began uploading videos to YouTube at the age of 15 under the username zeldaxlove64. Her popularity soared, and she even caught the attention of Selena Gomez and became friends. ...

This is an episode request from Stacey's friends and family at the Finishing Stacey’s Fight Facebook page.Stacey Colbert and her sister Danielle were raised in a small town in Illinois and went to the same elementary school, high school, and then onto college at The Ohio State University. About a year after college graduation, Stacey went missing. Allison shares everything we know so far.Anyone with any information on Stacey’s murder is asked to call the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office at 74...

This is a listener suggestion from Aneta. To skip banter, go to 4:15.In the late 1970s, Janet Chandler, a 22-year-old music student working nights at the Blue Mill Inn in Holland, Michigan, was missing, leaving her family devastated. Despite initial investigations yielding no arrests, the case was revisited in 2003 by a Hope College film class led by Professor David Schock. Allison tells us her story.Over 40 bonus episodes! Support our little mom & pop podcast...Patreon (best for those wh...

To skip banter, go to 9:41 :)This is a listener suggestion from Scarlett.Laura Wallen, a 31-year-old teacher in Maryland, disappeared in 2017 while four months pregnant. Her boyfriend, Tyler Tessier, initially claimed ignorance but was later deemed a person of interest due to inconsistencies in his statements.Check out our podcast buddy's new Instagram page where she's challenging herself to use the clothes she already owns, OR only buying second hand and not influencer suggestions:https://ww...

This is a listener suggestion from MadreX4.In November 2004, Peter and Joan Porco, a couple married for 30 years in Delmar, New York, were brutally attacked in their home. Peter was a judge's law clerk, and Joan, a speech pathologist. Who could have attacked this couple in their home? Why was the house key still in front door lock? Strangely enough this sad story really highlights the human brain and how powerful yet fragile it can be.Allison's Amazon Addiction - Plastic Ball/Mason jar lids:h...

Starting 1/17/2024 we're adding more content! We’re continuing our usual format of regular weekly episodes released on Sundays as well as our twice a month bonus episodes.What we’ll be adding in the new year:2 additional bonus episodes per month that we’re calling Espressodes. Espressodes are bonus episodes minus any banter at the beginning of the episode. It’ll be a more compact story, kinda like espresso. Same punch in a smaller size. These episodes will start on Wednesday, January 17 ...

Molly Bish was a young, vibrant girl with dreams of becoming a teacher. Working as a lifeguard at Comins Pond in Warren, Massachusetts, Molly disappeared on June 27, 2000, under mysterious circumstances. Allison tells us the rest of her story.Anyone with information about Molly’s case can call 508-453-7575Over 34 bonus episodes! Support our little mom & pop podcast:https://www.patreon.com/crimeandcoffeecoupleNew Facebook Group to discuss episodes:www.facebook.com/groups/crimeandcoffeecoup...

The story is a tragic and horrifying account of the events leading to the brutal murder of Reagan Hancock, a pregnant woman, and the kidnapping of her unborn baby, Braxlynn Sage. Allison tells us this horrific story.Over 34 bonus episodes! Support our little mom & pop podcast:https://www.patreon.com/crimeandcoffeecoupleNew Facebook Group to discuss episodes:www.facebook.com/groups/crimeandcoffeecouplepodcast/All our links:https://linktr.ee/crimeandcoffeeFrownies facial patches Allison use...

The story revolves around a tragic and horrifying event that unfolded during Christmas in 1990. The Tiede family, consisting of Linae, Trish, their parents Rolf and Kaye, and their grandmother Beth, planned to spend the holidays at their secluded Utah cabin. Unknown to them, two parolees, Von Lester Taylor and Steven Deli, had been on the run and had broken into their cabin. Allison tells us the rest of this true nightmare.Over 34 bonus episodes! Support our little mom & pop podcast:https...

This is a listener suggestion from Amanda.The story revolves around the tragic death of Isabella Nardoni, a young girl who fell from a window in a chilling incident on March 29, 2008. Isabella's parents, Carolina and Alexandre, had a tumultuous relationship that ended when Isabella was eleven months old. Allison tells us the rest of Isabella's story.Over 30 bonus episodes! Support our little mom & pop podcast:https://www.patreon.com/crimeandcoffeecoupleThumbprint cookies (bake these NOW):...

This is a listener suggestion from Meg.The tragic story of Anita Cobby's brutal murder shook not only her family and loved ones but also the entire community due to its sheer brutality and senselessness. Anita's life, cut short at 26, was marked by her passion for nursing, her commitment to helping others, and her close-knit family ties. Allison tells us the sad story.Allison's Amazon Addiction:https://amzn.to/48mohHXNew Facebook Group to discuss episodes:www.facebook.com/groups/crimeandcoffe...

This is a listener suggestion from Melissa.Allison dives into a tragic yet powerful story that sheds light on the devastating consequences of overlooked warning signs and institutional failures. Our episode explores the life of Lauren McCluskey, a vibrant and accomplished young woman whose promising future was cut short due to a series of unsettling events. Join us as we uncover the untold story behind Lauren's journey, the harrowing events that led to her tragic end, and the pivotal lessons ...

Georgia Williams, a caring young woman from Shropshire, England, fell victim to Jaime Reynolds, an acquaintance who held an unhealthy obsession with her. Despite rejecting his advances, Georgia maintained a friendship with Jaime, unaware of his horribly dark desires. Allison tells us her sad story.Allison's Amazon Addiction:https://amzn.to/48mohHXNew Facebook Group to discuss episodes:www.facebook.com/groups/crimeandcoffeecouplepodcast/Over 30 bonus episodes! Support our little mom & pop ...

This is a listener suggestion from Robin.Bianca Rudolph and her successful dentist husband Larry Rudolph were on a safari vacation in Zambia when tragedy struck. The couple had been married over 30 years, but Larry wasn't faithful. Allison tells us the rest of Bianca's story.New Facebook Group to discuss episodes:www.facebook.com/groups/crimeandcoffeecouplepodcast/Over 30 bonus episodes! Support our little mom & pop podcast:https://www.patreon.com/crimeandcoffeecoupleAll our links:h...

In April 2014, a party to celebrate Bermuda Shorts Day among friends at the University of Calgary turned into one of Calgary's worst tragedies. The victims were Lawrence Hong, Josh Hunter, Jordan Segura, Kaitlan Perras, and Zackariah Rathwell. Allison tells us this terribly sad story.New Facebook Group to discuss episodes:www.facebook.com/groups/crimeandcoffeecouplepodcast/Over 30 bonus episodes! Support our little mom & pop podcast:https://www.patreon.com/crimeandcoffeecouple...

This is a listener suggestion from Kyla.Lauren Taylor Agee, a vibrant 21-year-old college student with a passion for sports and dancing, attended the annual Wakefest in Smithville, Tennessee with her friends Hannah, Aaron, and Chris. Lauren's mother, Sherry, had concerns about her daughter's choice of friends and the alcohol-soaked event. Still, Lauren assured her that she and her friends had rented a cabin for the weekend.New Facebook Group to discuss episodes:www.facebook.com/groups/crimean...

Morgan Fox, a 29-year-old mother, lived in Plain Township, Ohio, with her boyfriend Jason Scarnecchia. She was known for her generosity, love for animals, and her strong bond with her eight-year-old daughter, Emilia. On the morning of October 28, 2020, Jason discovered Morgan's lifeless body in her car, which was parked outside. Allison tells us the rest of the story.Make these cookies immediately. Peanut butter and chocolate chip perfection:https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/peanut-butter-cho...

We covered the Disappearance of Natalee Holloway in episode 91. Since, her suspected killer Joran van der Sloot finally confessed to her murder more than 18 years later. This is a compact episode, summarizing the case and closure.Original Episode 91: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1862557/episodes/12930657What do you think of this format? Send us a message!All our links:https://linktr.ee/crimeandcoffeeReferences: AP: Suspect admits he killed Natalee Holloway in Aruba in 2005, pleads guilty t...

Lauren Teresa Giddings, born in 1984, had a promising future after graduating from Agnes Scott College with a major in political science and a minor in religious studies. She moved to Macon, Georgia, to attend law school at Mercer University. Lauren was known for her outgoing and kind personality and was in a relationship with David Vandiver, a lawyer in Atlanta. Her family had high hopes for her as the first college graduate in their family.However, Lauren's life took a tragic turn in June 2...

In April 2015, Stephanie Scott, a 26-year-old teacher, was preparing for her upcoming wedding to Aaron Leeson-Woolley. She decided to spend Easter Sunday at her school in Riverina, New South Wales, getting her classroom ready for her upcoming honeymoon to Tahiti. She texted Aaron about her whereabouts just in case he returned early. Unfortunately she'd never make it to her honeymoon. Allison tells us the rest of her story.New Facebook Group to discuss episodes:www.facebook.com/groups/crimeand...

Alison Botha, a South African woman, survived a horrific ordeal on December 18, 1994. She was abducted, raped, brutally assaulted, and left for dead by two men named Frans du Toit and Theuns Kruger. Despite suffering 37 stab wounds, including a nearly severed throat, Alison miraculously survived and managed to write her attackers' names in the dirt to aid in their capture. Allison tells us the rest of her story.Support us starting at $5! Over 30 bonus episodes to boot!https://www.patreon.com/...

This is a listener suggestion from Anna Michelle.In 2018, Scott Amatuccio reported his friend Michael Shaver missing after he vanished way back in November 2015. Michael, a former pilot turned mechanic at Disney World, quit his job abruptly and left his belongings behind. His wife, Laurie, claimed he left, but people found her behavior suspicious. Allison tells us the rest of the story.Support this mom & pop podcast and become a Patron! Over 30 bonus episodes to boot!https://www.patreon.c...

This story is a listener suggestion from Hailss.It was August 30, 2011 & 32-year-old Jennifer Webb was 8.5 months pregnant with her baby boy that she’d named Braxton. Her remains were found by a drainage ditch & an extension cord was wrapped around her neck & attached the roof rack of her car. It initially appeared that she’d hung herself but this idea was quickly dismissed. Allison tells us the story.Allison's Amazon Addiction - Coffee bar edition:https://amzn.to/48qRMZ4Frownies ...

This story is a listener suggestion from Stacy.In 1973, Mitchel Weiser and his girlfriend, Bonita "Bonnie" Bickwit, both teenagers in love, disappeared while on their way to the Summer Jam Festival in Watkins Glen, New York. Allison tells us the story, as their loved ones wonder what happened to Mitch and Bonnie over 50 years ago.If you have any information about Mitch or Bonnie or any photos from the 1973 Watkins Glen Summer Jam, please contact the Sullivan County Sheriff's Department at 914...

This is a listener suggestion from Monique. To suggest cases just DM us on Instagram or Patreon :)Allison tells us this horrifying story from 1976, where a normal family near Chicago meets a gruesome fate. Officer Joseph Guiliano stumbles upon a mysterious car, setting off a chain of events that will uncover a shocking conspiracy, family secrets.Frownies facial patch discount:https://www.Frownies.com/discount/Crime10Support us and become a Patron! Over 30 bonus episodes:https://www.patreon.co...

This is a Patron suggestion from Noemi.Allison tells us about the fascinating and tragic story of Daniel Markel, a brilliant law professor who seemed to have it all—a successful career, a loving family, and a promising future. But beneath the surface, a web of secrets, animosities, and hidden desires would lead to a shocking and violent murder that would shatter the lives of those involved. Frownies facial patch discount:https://www.Frownies.com/discount/Crime10Support us and become a Pa...

It all started when Mark met Jennair, and they fell in love. They got married, but things got tough when they had financial issues. Later, Mark met Meredith, and they felt something special too. But this led to an ending no one could have guessed. Listen to the podcast to learn about the choices people make and how they can change everything.Frownies facial patch discount:https://www.Frownies.com/discount/Crime10Allison's Amazon Addiction; Dermaplaning Tool for Safe and Easy Facial Hair Remov...

This is a listener suggestion from SamanthaAllison shares the tragic story of Adrianne Leigh Reynolds, a teenager who was born in Arkansas but was later adopted by her grandfather and his wife in Texas. As Adrianne grew up, she faced various challenges due to her complex family dynamics and her desire to fit in. Unfortunately she met Cory Gregory and Sarah Kolb. Allison tells us the rest.Frownies facial patch discount:https://www.Frownies.com/discount/Crime10Support us and become a Patron! Ov...

This is a listener suggestion from Nina.In the early hours of May 4, 2003, a fire alarm rang out in Hugh Poland Hall at Western Kentucky University. Students evacuated, assuming it was a false alarm, but it wasn't. Allison tells us the rest of Katie Autry's horrific and sad story.Support us and become a Patron! Over 27 bonus episodes:https://www.patreon.com/crimeandcoffeecoupleTreat yourself to a cool new shirt. Merch:https://www.bonfire.com/store/crime-and-coffee-couple-merch-store/Reference...

This is a listener suggestion from Instagram user "basically just myself".This is the heart-wrenching case of Madeline (Maddi) Jane Kingsbury, a 26-year-old mother who mysteriously vanished on March 31, 2023, leaving behind her two young children. Allison uncovers the details of her life and the events leading up to her disappearance as Maddi's tumultuous relationship with her on-and-off boyfriend, Adam Fravel, takes center stage.Allison's Amazon Addiction - Lime packets:https://amzn.to/45lvY...

Allison tells us about the chilling murder case of Karen Gregory, a 36-year-old woman living in Gulfport, Florida. Karen was a free spirit who had recently begun a new job as a graphic artist and was in a loving relationship with her boyfriend, David Mackey. Cookie Cake Recipe from Ina Garten that we mentioned:https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/mocha-chocolate-icebox-cake-recipe-1923360Support us and become a Patron! Over 27 bonus episodes:https://www.patreon.com/crimeandcoffeecou...

This story is a listener suggestion from Meg.In this episode, Allison tells us about the mysterious disappearance of Andrew Paul Gosden, a bright and talented 14-year-old boy from South Yorkshire, England. Andrew was last seen on September 14, 2007, leaving his home to catch a train to London. His family was left confused and heartbroken as they struggled to understand why he would leave without a trace. Help Us To Find Andrew Blog:http://helpustofindandrew.weebly.com/Support us and become a ...

**Important message at the end of the podcast**This story is a listener suggestion from Carolyn.Megan Taylor Meier was born on November 6, 1992 & was said to have come into the world loud & determined to have her own mind & to make a difference. Megan was outgoing & one of her greatest loves in life was her four & a half pound Chihuahua, Barry White. Allison tells us the rest of her story.Support us and become a Patron! Over 25 bonus episodes:https://www.patreon.com/crimea...

We had a ton of requests, so this episode is in addition to our weekly Sunday episodes. Make sure to subscribe on your podcast platform so you get tomorrow's episode as well. This story begins on May 1, 2010 when a frantic 911 call was placed by Shannan Gilbert who then vanished. The search for her led to the findings of nearly a dozen sets of remains & became known as the Gilgo Beach murders.Many listeners and Patrons suggested this episode - thank you all.Want 25+ BONUS episodes? ...

This case was a listener suggestion from Meg.Nicola Bulley, also known as Nikki, was living in St Michael’s on Wyre in Lancashire with her family that included her partner, 44-year-old Paul Ansell & their two children. She was 45-years-old & worked as a mortgage advisor for Love Homes in Garstang. Paul described Nikki as fun, loving, an exceptional mom & the most loyal friend you could ever have.Allison tells us the rest of her heartbreaking story.Want 25+ BONUS episodes? Su...

On February 19, 2022, 31-year-old Ciera Breland traveled from her home in Indiana to Georgia to visit family with her 37-year-old husband Xavier Breland, their 5-month-old son Jackson & their white Goldendoodle, Baker in Ciera’s 2017 white Volkswagen Tiguan, making the 11 hour drive south. They planned to use the trip to catch up with family that Ciera hadn’t seen since she’d moved to Indiana about a year prior. Allison tells us the rest of Ciera's story.Want 25+ BONUS episodes? Sup...

This is a listener suggestion from Alissa Marie.Allison tells us about the mysterious deaths of John Chakalos and his daughter Linda Carman. John was a hugely successful real estate developer, did that have something to do with his death? Allison tells all the details including a VERY recent update.Want 25+ BONUS EPISODES!? Just want to support the show?https://www.patreon.com/crimeandcoffeecoupleYou'd look good in a new shirt. Merch:https://www.bonfire.com/store/crime-and-coffee-couple-merch...

In April of 2006, Ashley Reeves was 17-years-old & a junior at Columbia High School who lived in Millstadt, Illinois with her parents & her younger sister Casey. Ashley was very social & a great student who kept up good grades in high school; her friends described her as funny & bright. Her parents adored her & she was dating a boy named Jeremy for close to two years. Ashley’s parents approved of the relationship & felt that Jeremy was wholesome & caring toward the...

This is a listener suggestion from Tracey.It was 1991 & Shanda Sharer was a 12-year-old girl attending Hazelwood Middle School in New Albany, Indiana.. Her parents divorced & she moved to Louisville with her mom after she remarried. Shanda participated in cheerleading, volleyball & softball while attending fifth & sixth grade while living in Louisville. Allison tells us the rest of Shanda's story.Want 25+ BONUS EPISODES!? Just want to support the show?https://www.patreon...

Allison tells us the the confusing case of Natalee Holloway, a beautiful, bright and ambitious young lady who vanished during her senior trip to Aruba in 2005. So many questions left unanswered.This is a listener suggestion that came from Gabby.Want 25 BONUS EPISODES!? Just want to support the show?https://www.patreon.com/crimeandcoffeecoupleYou'd look good in a new shirt. Merch:https://www.bonfire.com/store/crime-and-coffee-couple-merch-store/Send us a nice message or case suggestions on Ins...

Abby Hernandez, a 14-year-old freshman from North Conway, New Hampshire, went missing after accepting a ride from a man on her way home from school. Allison tells us the rest of her heroic story.Video of Abby we mention on the show (don't click until we get to it):https://youtu.be/MA0EXhKYplY?t=155Want BONUS EPISODES!? Just want to support the show?https://www.patreon.com/crimeandcoffeecoupleYou'd look good in a new shirt. Merch:https://www.bonfire.com/store/crime-and-coffee-couple-merch-stor...

In the early 1980s, Montana was terrorized by a serial killer known as the Missoula Mauler. The killer would break into homes at night and attack women, often ending their lives in horrible ways. The police were baffled by the case, and the killer seemed to be one step ahead of them at every turn. Mike tells us the rest of this story with an ending to remember.Want BONUS EPISODES!? Just want to support the show?https://www.patreon.com/crimeandcoffeecoupleYou'd look good in a new shirt. Merch:...

Eric and Kourie Richins were a seemingly perfect couple. They were married with three young children and lived in a beautiful home in Utah. But in March of 2022, Eric was found dead in their home. New information just surfaced about Kourie , so this is a story that you won't want to miss.Want BONUS EPISODES!? Just want to support the show?https://www.patreon.com/crimeandcoffeecoupleYou'd look good in a new shirt. Merch:https://www.bonfire.com/store/crime-and-coffee-couple-merch-store/Sen...

This story is a listener suggestion from Veronica.In August of 2008, 24-year-old Sarah Widmer was a newlywed, married to her husband, 27-year-old Ryan Widmer. The two met on a blind date in August of 2006 at a pub & had been inseparable since. This story is so frustrating for so many reasons. We would love to hear your take after listening. Head over to Instagram and comment which way you're thinking. Is Ryan probably guilty? Innocent?:https://www.instagram.com/p/Cr8pe6dry6I/?igshid=NjZiM...

This story is a listener suggestion from Anna Michelle.On Friday, May 24, 2019, mother of five, 50-year-old Jennifer Dulos, vanished near her New Cannan, Connecticut home after dropping her kids off at New Canaan Country School on Frogtown Road at 8 am, just around the corner from her home. Knowing that Jennifer would have never willingly abandoned her family, she was reported missing at 7 pm that evening by worried family & friends. Allison tells us the rest of the story.Knock Knock by S...

This story is a listener suggestion from Elllena.30-year-old Kim Wall was a freelance journalist who was traveling the world from her hometown in Sweden. Her writing has been translated into several languages. Kim specialized in stories about identity, gender, pop-culture or subcultures, often with social justice themes. Unfortunately she was brave enough to meet with Peter Madsen in an unusual location. Allison tells us the rest of the story.Want BONUS EPISODES!? Just want to support t...

This is a listener suggestion from Melissa. It was January of 1982 when 33-year-old Lynette or Lyn Dawson went missing in Sydney, Australia. Lyn was described as a beautiful, warm, funny person. The story of her disappearance didn’t make headlines at that time since she wasn’t initially reported missing. Lyn’s husband, Chris Dawson, worked as a PE teacher at Cromer High School. He was a fantastic athlete & was part of the Newtown Jets, a rugby league, where he played alongside his tw...

This story was all over the news in the mid-1980's. Thank you to listener Aneta for the suggestion.In late August of 1986, Jennifer Dawn Levin was a social, outgoing 18-year-old girl only days away from starting college in Boston. Jennifer was born on May 21, 1968 to parents Ellen & Steven Levin. She was voted best looking at Baldwin School in New York City. Allison tells us the rest of this sad story.Allison's Amazon Addiction - Cute/comfy jumpsuit she's wearing (we get a small commissio...

This story is a listener suggestion from Lizet & Merissa. Very recent.Angela Craig was a 43-year-old woman living in Colorado; she was known for her wit & humor, her dedication to her family, her love of animals & her ability to forgive. She was born Angela Dawn Pray on April 15, 1979 in Dodge City, Kansas & was the youngest of ten children. She married Jim Craig on December 18, 1999. Over the course of their 23 year marriage, the couple had six children together & had bee...

This story is a listener suggestion from Scarlett.The weather in Omaha, Nebraska was treacherous on Tuesday, January 4, 2005; there was a snowstorm & the temperature with the windchill was negative ten degrees. Janelle Hornickle & her boyfriend, Michael Wamsley, were heading home from Kearney, Nebraska back to their apartment in Omaha about 186 miles away; they were both twenty-years-old when they got stuck in the storm. Allison tells us the rest of this sad story. Allison's Ama...

This story is a listener suggestion from Ashley.In September of 2014, 19-year-old Tucker Hipps was a sophomore who was pledging the Beta Chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon known as SigEp at Clemson University in Clemson, South Carolina. On Monday, September 22, 2014, the fraternity was participating in a pre-dawn pledge run that ended in Tucker’s death. Allison tells us the rest of Tucker's story.YouTube video for this episode: https://youtu.be/vaBjNoBoFOQWant BONUS EPISODES!? Just want to support ...

On Wednesday, July 18, 2018, 20-year-old Mollie Tibbets was dog-sitting for her boyfriend Dalton Jack & staying at his house when she headed out for her typical mid-evening jog in the small town of Brooklyn, Iowa when she disappeared.Mollie was a psychology major at the University of Iowa with a focus on child psychology. Her goal was to work to help kids through their toughest times. Allison tells us the rest of this sad story.Want BONUS EPISODES!? Just want to support the show?https://w...

Brittany & Tiffany Coffland were twin sisters only four days away from their seventeenth birthday when they were murdered by their own father. They had only just left school a few hours earlier & when classmates learned of their deaths, they were stunned & devastated; it was the first murder the town had seen in nine years. Allison tells us this sad story.Want BONUS EPISODES!? Just want to support the show? https://www.patreon.com/crimeandcoffeecoupleNew Merch Store! Shirts only f...

Gwen Araujo was born on February 24, 1985 in Brawley, California to Edward Araujo & Sylvia Guerrero; when she was 10 months old, her parents divorced. Gwen was born with male genitalia & her parents named her Eddie though even early on in life, she felt more comfortable identifying as a female vs. a male. Unfortunately Gwen didn't get to live a very long life, Allison brings us the rest of Gwen's story.Want BONUS EPISODES!? Love to support us?!?! Here you go:https://www.patreon.com/cr...

This episode is a listener suggestion from Derina. This story takes place in London in September of 2021.28-year-old Sabina Nessa was an elementary school or primary school teacher as it would be referred to in London. She lived in an affordable southeast London neighborhood that housed young families & professionals. Only a year after she’d gotten her teaching degree, & in September of 2019, Sabina had gotten her dream job, teaching five & six-year-old students in year one ...

This week Allison covers two separate stalking stories:56-year-old Kenneth Fandrich began being stalked & harassed in 2017; it all began with a piece of hate mail sent to his Oregon City home.then...Rebecca Schaeffer was born in 1967 in Oregon to child psychologist father, Benson Schaeffer & writer, mom, Danna Schaeffer. She was an only child & her dad Benson remembers, “We were very lucky as a family. She was sort of a mystery because if she wanted to do something, she could do i...

Denis and Katya (Denis Muravyov and Katya Vlasova) were teenagers in love, but they made some questionable decisions that led to their sad fates. Most of their final hours were livestreamed for all to see, including their police shoot-out.This is a story that takes place in Russia, most of the research done by our friend Moondog151 on Reddit.Allison's Amazon Addiction:Spoonula - Non-Stick Heat Resistant Silicone Scraper Spatulahttps://amzn.to/3DI6dKKWant BONUS EPISODES!? You got it!https://ww...

In the early morning hours of Sunday November 13th, Ethan Chapin, 20; Madison Mogen, 21; Xana Kernodle, 20, and Kaylee Goncalves, 21 were murdered near the campus of the University of Idaho. This case has made national news, and Allison covers every detail up to this point.YouTube Link for this episode:https://youtu.be/YCJONV9wgWoWant BONUS EPISODES!? You got it!https://www.patreon.com/crimeandcoffeecoupleSend us a nice message or case suggestions on Instagram or Twitter! We'd love to h...

This story with a CRAZY twist was a suggestion from our listener, Matthew. During an eight month period of time from September of 1977 to April of 1978, residents of Columbus, Georgia lived in fear as seven women were raped & strangled; often with their own stockings. These women were mothers & grandmothers, fellow church members, neighbors & dear friends. They were all elderly white females who lived alone. Allison tells us the rest in this week's episode.Pre-sho...