Episode 295 - Burning Secrets - The Bonnie Drive Murders of Fort Worth, Texas
The Minds of Madness - True Crime Stories
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Confession of a 2017 Disappearance
Thornburg admits killing Tanya Begay years earlier and cremating her remains, confirming family fears.
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Join us, as we uncover the investigation that followed — how a burning dumpster led detectives from a quiet street in Fort Worth to a budget motel across town…
And how what first looked like a single gruesome act revealed a far deeper horror —
one that had been hiding in plain sight for years.
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Research & Writing:
Ryan Deininger
Sources:
Victim's families confront killer
Prosecution closing
Fort Worth officials provide details into arrest in case of dismembered bodies found in dumpster
Punishment phase
Sentence
Mother Of Lauren Phillips, A Victim Of Serial Killer Jason Thornburg Talks With CBS 11
Timeline, criminal history: Here's what we know about Jason Thornburg
Arrest in case of dismembered bodies found in burned Fort Worth dumpster
Jury determines cannibal serial killer who burned bodies in Fort Worth dumpster should die
‘Did you eat anybody?’ Suspect in Euless motel killings says he took a bite of man’s heart
Who is Jason Thornburg? Texas cannibal serial killer sentenced to death
Affidavit: Accused Killer Jason Thornburg Says Slayings Were Human Sacrifices
Accused Fort Worth Serial Killer Jason Thornburg Indicted For Capital Murder
Serial killer who ‘sacrificed’ three people and left bodies in dumpster sentenced to death
Arrest Warrant
TX True Crime Blog
Woman found in Fort Worth dumpster battled addiction before her slaying, mother says
Authorities release name of third person whose dismembered body was found in dumpster
Tarrant County cannibal trial: Witness testifies defendant said lizards spoke to him
'Pure Evil', Accused Killer Jason Thornburg Spoke At Alleged Victim's Funeral
Fort Worth serial killing suspect spoke at victim’s funeral, preached on street
Mother of woman identified as 2nd victim found in burned Fort Worth dumpster:
'I just knew in my heart something was wrong': Parents of 3rd victim
Texas man admits to killing five people including his roommate and girlfriend
Fort Worth serial killing suspect indicted on fourth murder charge
Grand jury indicts man accused of killing, dismembering three people at Euless motel
Police had connected suspect to another Fort Worth fire death before dumpster killings
The Call to Kill
A Texas man invited people into his motel room
Suspected serial killer says he 'sacrificed' his girlfriend in Arizona
Defense calls for life in prison during closing
And how what first looked like a single gruesome act revealed a far deeper horror —
one that had been hiding in plain sight for years.
How to support:
For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes -
Go to - Patreon
How to connect:
Website
Please check out our sponsors and help support the podcast:
Nutrafol - Start your hair growth journey with Nutrafol. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code MADNESS
Uncommon Goods - To get 15% off your next gift, go to Uncommongoods.com/madness
Grow Therapy - Whatever challenges you’re facing, Grow Therapy is here to help. Visit GrowTherapy.com/MADNESS today to get started. Availability and coverage vary by state and insurance plan.
Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/madness
Quince - Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to Quince.com/madness for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
Greenlight - Don’t wait to teach your kids real-world money skills; start your risk-free Greenlight trial today at Greenlight.com/MADNESS
CBDistillery - Right now you can save 25% off your entire purchase by going to CBDistillery.com and use promo code MADNESS
Research & Writing:
Ryan Deininger
Sources:
Victim's families confront killer
Prosecution closing
Fort Worth officials provide details into arrest in case of dismembered bodies found in dumpster
Punishment phase
Sentence
Mother Of Lauren Phillips, A Victim Of Serial Killer Jason Thornburg Talks With CBS 11
Timeline, criminal history: Here's what we know about Jason Thornburg
Arrest in case of dismembered bodies found in burned Fort Worth dumpster
Jury determines cannibal serial killer who burned bodies in Fort Worth dumpster should die
‘Did you eat anybody?’ Suspect in Euless motel killings says he took a bite of man’s heart
Who is Jason Thornburg? Texas cannibal serial killer sentenced to death
Affidavit: Accused Killer Jason Thornburg Says Slayings Were Human Sacrifices
Accused Fort Worth Serial Killer Jason Thornburg Indicted For Capital Murder
Serial killer who ‘sacrificed’ three people and left bodies in dumpster sentenced to death
Arrest Warrant
TX True Crime Blog
Woman found in Fort Worth dumpster battled addiction before her slaying, mother says
Authorities release name of third person whose dismembered body was found in dumpster
Tarrant County cannibal trial: Witness testifies defendant said lizards spoke to him
'Pure Evil', Accused Killer Jason Thornburg Spoke At Alleged Victim's Funeral
Fort Worth serial killing suspect spoke at victim’s funeral, preached on street
Mother of woman identified as 2nd victim found in burned Fort Worth dumpster:
'I just knew in my heart something was wrong': Parents of 3rd victim
Texas man admits to killing five people including his roommate and girlfriend
Fort Worth serial killing suspect indicted on fourth murder charge
Grand jury indicts man accused of killing, dismembering three people at Euless motel
Police had connected suspect to another Fort Worth fire death before dumpster killings
The Call to Kill
A Texas man invited people into his motel room
Suspected serial killer says he 'sacrificed' his girlfriend in Arizona
Defense calls for life in prison during closing
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