

Moms and Mysteries: A True Crime Podcast
Not Your Mom Media
Moms and Mysteries is a true crime podcast hosted by Mandy and Melissa, two friends who deep dive into a new case each week. Conversational in tone and heavy on the levity, you’ll enjoy their original takes on both the well-known, and those lesser heard of true crime stories.
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Mar 4, 2025 • 44min
MISSING: Dail Dinwiddie
There was an issue with the original audio released this morning 3/4/2025, it has been corrected and re-published. If it still sounds weird, plesae re-download. This week, we're discussing the mysterious disappearance of Dail Dinwiddie, who vanished after a U2 concert in 1992. We’ll cover her background, the immediate search efforts, the ongoing investigation, and the emotional toll on her family. Additionally, we’ll explore various leads and suspects over the years, including a serial killer, while ultimately highlighting the unresolved nature of the case and the enduring hope of Dail's family for answers. Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Give yourself the luxury you deserve with Quince! Go to Quince.com/moms for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. It’s time to get your own personal stylist with DailyLook. Head to DailyLook.com to take your style quiz and use code MOM50 for 50% off your first order. Right now, IQBAR is offering our special podcast listeners 20% off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. Text MOMS to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details. Now’s your chance to change the way you sleep with Boll & Branch. Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at Bollandbranch.com/moms. Exclusions apply. See site for details. Shop easy breezy with Thrive Market! Make the switch at Thrivemarket.com/momsadmysteries for 30% off your first order plus a FREE $60 gift! Check-out bonus episodes up on Spotify and Apple podcast now! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast. Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more. Sources: “Missing in America…”, Dateline, 4 December 2014 Connor, Eric, “Vanished in Five Points…”, Greenville News, 1 April 2019 Flach, Tim, “25 years later…”, The State, 24 September 2018 Hinshaw, Dawn, “Dinwiddie case…”, 22 November 1992 Parker, Kathleen, “25 years later…”, The Washington Post, 22 September 2017 Parker, Kathleen, “Dail Dinwiddie still…”, The Washington Post, 25 September 2012 Flach, Tim, “You never, ever…”, The State, 22 September 2017 Leblanc, Clif, “Dail Dinwiddie case…”, The State, 25 September 1997 Staff, “Dail Dinwiddie…”, Herald-Journal, 2 October 1992 McConchie, Brian, “Authorities release age…”, WACH Fox 57, 13 August 2012 “Missing Person 30 year…”, Columbia Police Department, 24 September 2022 Hayes, Hallie, “Dail Dinwiddie…”, Carolina News & Reporter, 28 September 2020 Livingston, Mike and Stuart, Bob, “We won’t stop until…”, The State, 25 September 2020 “Dail Boxley Dinwiddie”, The Doe Project Gyee, Gregory, “Missing 25 years…”, The Post and Courier, 14 September 2020 Staff, “UPDATE: Family of…”, 12 NBC 26, 12 August 2016 Rivera v. State (2007) Lewis, Kimathi and Burris, Roddie, “Local family says…”, The State, 18 October 2000 N/A, “Officials: man may…”, Associated Press, 29 January 2004 N/A, “Separating fact from rumor”, FITS News, 21 March 2021 “Dail Dinwiddie - 9 of Diamonds, South Carolina”, The Deck Podcast

Feb 25, 2025 • 1h 13min
MURDERED: Wilson Turner: Murder in Coweta County
This week we’re delving into the life and crimes of John Wallace, a notorious landowner in Georgia during the mid-20th century. It explores his ruthless nature, the impact of Prohibition on his life, and the eventual murder of Wilson Turner, which led to Wallace's arrest and trial. The discussion highlights the complexities of the case, the cultural implications, and the legacy left behind, including books and films inspired by the events. Thank you to this week’s sponsors! You’re going to love Hungryroot as much as I do. Take advantage of this exclusive offer: For a limited time get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Go to Hungryroot.com/moms and use code moms. Start your risk-free Greenlight trial today at Greenlight.com/moms. Make this year the year you say goodbye to toxic products! Right now, our listeners get 15% off the Premium Starter Kit by using code MOMS at BranchBasics.com. 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Feb 20, 2025 • 1h 9min
REVISITED: Gabby Petito’s Story and the Ongoing Fight Against Domestic Violence
Gabby Petito, a 22-year-old travel blogger, was found murdered in September 2021 after going missing during a cross-country trip with her fiancé, Brian Laundrie. Her death sparked widespread media attention, and Laundrie was later found dead, with authorities concluding he was responsible for her murder. In this episode, the hosts of Moms and Mysteries sit down with Nichole Schmidt, Gabby Petito's mother, to discuss the foundation she and Gabby's family started, the warning signs of unhealthy relationships, the current state of domestic violence worldwide, and essential resources available for victims and survivors. Special thanks to Nichole Schmidt, Gabby’s mom, for sharing her story and the important work the Gabby Petito Foundation is doing to raise awareness about domestic violence. To learn more, visit gabbypetitofoundation.org. Research assistance by Ana Luria. For more information about domestic violence resources for survivors, supporters, and ways to give back, check out momsandmysteries.com/dva. To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast. New merch! Check out Moms and Mysteries Threadless! You can also get new episodes a day early and ad free, plus merch and more at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more! Sources: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/gabby-petito-brian-laundrie-case-story-deaths/ https://www.nytimes.com/article/gabrielle-gabby-petito-missing-timeline.html https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/gabby-petito-search-timeline-of-notable-dates-and-events/ https://abc7ny.com/gabby-petito-disappearance-timeline-brian-laundrie/11024821/ https://abc7ny.com/brian-laundrie-updates-photo-burner-phone-dog-the-bounty-hunter/11067939/ https://www.cnn.com/2021/10/01/us/gabby-petito-brian-laundrie-update-friday/index.html https://www.npr.org/2021/09/21/1039258838/gabby-petito-boyfriend-search-florida https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/denver/news/press-releases/fbi-denver-provides-final-investigative-update-on-gabrielle-petito-case https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/14/us/brian-laundrie-gabby-petito-parent-depositions/index.html https://www.nytimes.com/2021/09/15/us/gabrielle-petito-missing-vanlife.html https://drive.google.com/file/d/1U1jLY5JvzS65y4vsS-IqSalz6zCY6Z4t/view?usp=sharing https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FArsVdhlOOaxS2nFI2i4c8I4nkW4ewxH/view https://www.gabbypetitofoundation.org/gabbys-story https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-58629192 https://www.kcra.com/article/gabby-petito-letter-to-brian-laundrie/61086728 https://www.northjersey.com/story/opinion/2021/10/28/gabby-petito-she-caught-cycle-abuse-brian-laundrie/8564643002/ https://www.businessinsider.com/gabby-petito-missing-instagram-who-is-case-found-laundrie-brian-2021-9 https://www.nytimes.com/2021/09/19/us/who-is-gabrielle-petito.html https://www.wwaytv3.com/gabby-petito-once-lived-in-wilmington-friends-share-memories/ https://www.cbsnews.com/news/gabby-petito-domestic-violence-could-her-death-have-been-prevented/ https://www.sltrib.com/news/2023/02/07/newly-released-photo-appears/ https://le.utah.gov/xcode/Title76/Chapter5/76-5-S103.html#:~:text=Aggravated%20assault%20%2D%2D%20Penalties.,-(1)&text=Terms%20defined%20in%20Section%2076,101.5%20apply%20to%20this%20section.&text=other%20means%20or%20force%20likely%20to%20produce%20death%20or%20serious%20bodily%20injury.&text=A%20violation%20of%20Subsection%20(2)%20is%20a%20third%20degree%20felony.&text=an%20act%20under%20Subsection%20(2,produces%20a%20loss%20of%20consciousness. https://www.wfla.com/news/sarasota-county/read-brian-laundries-notebook-confession-message-to-gabby-petito/ https://people.com/crime/gabby-petito-best-friend-brian-laundrie-jealousy-issues/ https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2022/06/gabby-petito-death-brian-laundrie

Feb 18, 2025 • 45min
MYSTERY: The Murder of Destiny McClain
After a night out with friends in July of 2021, 23 year old Destiny McClain was shot as she waited for food at a taco truck outside a nightclub in Phoenix, AZ. Ways to help: Anyone with information is asked to contact Phoenix police at 602-262-6151 or Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS (948-6377) or 480-TESTIGO (837-8446) for Spanish. There is a $2,000 reward available. Follow FB and Insta pages for Our Destiny Our Future Foundation Facebook group “Justice for Destiny” Check-out bonus episodes up on Spotify and Apple podcast now! Get new episodes a day early and ad free, plus chat episodes, discord access and zoom hangouts at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast Thank you to this week’s sponsors! 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 MOMS. Get the Rakuten app NOW and join the 17 million members who are already saving! Cash Back rates change daily, see Rakuten.com for details. Treat yourself to the most comfortable bra on earth and save 20% Off sitewide at honeylove.com/MOMS20. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to Rocketmoney.com/MOMS. Right now, ShipSkis is offering our listeners 20% off your first shipment when you go to Shipskis.com and use the code MOMS. To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast. Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more. Sources: https://ourdestinyourfuturefoundation.org/about-us-1 https://www.phoenix.gov/policesite/Documents/Media_Advisories/071821_Homicide_1700_E_McDowell.pdf https://time.com/6095664/children-killed-in-shootings-pandemic/ https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/fundraiser-car-wash-held-in-memory-of-woman-who-was-shot-and-killed-outside-phoenix-nightclub?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=trueanthem&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwAR1pHlqU82o5WLmp3mZw39e-qHnkRP8xHtqeRl7AjnWkdT3ZWa7zRu5Uoog https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/phoenix-police-announce-big-crackdown-gun-violence?fbclid=IwAR1UtLPZqTqxDZgAA8z2jeTu5vFbhbEvdg6jim5yHG0y85EkvC-XmxxbDcU https://silentwitness.org/cases/homicide-destiny-mcclain-area-of-1700-e-mcdowell-rd-phoenix/?fbclid=IwAR0NdgLRkq9HOEWJGy_n-ZobQFdPnIcmbiVclZrfm_O31XiZohTd-qA7DvY https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/pd-new-video-shows-woman-killed-by-stray-gunfire-while-ordering-from-food-truck-outside-of-phoenix-nightclub https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/people-gather-to-remember-woman-killed-outside-phoenix-nightclub https://www.abc15.com/news/region-phoenix-metro/central-phoenix/family-hopes-surveillance-video-will-help-solve-murder-of-woman-shot-at-phoenix-food-truck https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/our-destiny-our-future-foundation-destiny-mcclain-family-turns-tragedy-into-a-blessing-for-others/75-da42f5b8-4160-49ae-b991-fc1b6695ca3c https://www.12news.com/article/news/crime/i-dont-want-my-baby-to-be-a-statistic-after-seemingly-senseless-shooting-in-mesa-family-calls-for-justice/75-836c37c5-ee0b-4d4d-bee6-967795cbf390 https://www.12news.com/article/news/crime/4k-reward-offered-shooting-that-killed-23-year-old-phoenix-food-truck/75-70575bb2-cb01-4583-b5d0-8a860261d047 https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/destiny-mcclain-murder-remains-unsolved/75-a879ac97-f794-4306-adfc-78b3e75377e4 https://www.facebook.com/profile/100064762416668/search/?q=destiny%20mcclain https://obituaries.westvalleyview.com/obituary/destiny-mcclain-1082863384 https://www.12news.com/video/news/crime/family-searching-for-answers-in-murder-of-destiny-mcclain/75-02e7cc4c-8bdf-4328-a10d-ad9861a0fd18 https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/police/2392?fbclid=IwAR0nVGMeiAwh0g28xhTFeQitIGNDLPdbERikJRtWKAgy16nm2eeeULPEXNg https://sg.news.yahoo.com/video/clue-unsolved-murder-phoenix-001014934.html?guccounter=1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6SXuh4vDRg https://youtu.be/80sVPr8AzNA https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/aftermath-murdered-phoenix-destiny-mcclain-david-denogean-itzel-espinoza Gray, Haley; Interview with Brenda McClain

Feb 13, 2025 • 1h 1min
UPDATE: Ellen Greenberg
HUGE UPDATE AT THE END OF THIS EPISODE! The mysterious death of Ellen Greenberg, a 27-year-old teacher found dead with 20 stab wounds in her Philadelphia apartment, has left Ellen’s parents as well as the public baffled for over a decade. Despite initial findings ruling her death as a suicide, the chilling circumstances surrounding her tragic end continue to raise questions, with her parents still seeking answers. To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast. New merch! Check out Moms and Mysteries Threadless! You can also get new episodes a day early and ad free, plus merch and more at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more! Make sure you subscribe and rate our show to help others find us! Sources: https://www.inquirer.com/crime/a/ellen-greenberg-death-suicide-homicide-philadelphia-mystery-20190316.html https://www.pennlive.com/news/2019/05/suicide-or-homicide-parents-anguished-search-for-answers-lasts-years-after-daughter-dies-of-20-stab-wounds.html https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/police-investigate-manayunk-murder-mystery/ https://www.inquirer.com/politics/election/josh-shapiro-ellen-greenberg-case-suicide-homicide-review-20240805.html https://www.inquirer.com/philly/news/breaking/20110129_Police_leaning_toward_suicide_in_teacher_death.html-2 https://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/2022/06/Philadelphia-Court-of-Common-Pleas-Ellen-Greenberg-Case.pdf https://jumpshare.com/v/lNuUeZbosMACMI0xsABX https://www.scribd.com/document/493099059/Ellen-Greenberg-Case-File Eelman, Det. Scott, https://jumpshare.com/v/qzdpaV3z3NyISR7pr7NZ Lazarus, Dr. Lewis, https://jumpshare.com/v/7g1xaYCrhSujH11fRp8N Due to character limitations, the remaining sources are available by request. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 11, 2025 • 54min
MYSTERY: Mary Pinchot Meyer
This week, we explore the life and mysterious death of Mary Pinchot Meyer, a woman with high-profile connections, including John F. Kennedy and the CIA. We’ll discuss her tragic 1964 murder, the acquittal of the man charged with the crime, and theories about CIA involvement linked to her affair with JFK and the disappearance of her diary, which may have contained explosive information. Get new episodes a day early and ad free, plus chat episodes, discord access and zoom hangouts at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Give your home the refresh it needs with Wayfair. Head to wayfair.com today! It’s time to get your own personal stylist with DailyLook. Head to DailyLook.com to take your style quiz and use code MOM50 for 50% off your first order. Indoor cats and indoor humans agree - Pretty Litter helps your house smell fresh and clean. Go to Prettylitter.com/moms to save 20% on your FIRST order and get a free cat toy. Terms and conditions apply. See site for details. Give yourself the luxury you deserve with Quince! Go to Quince.com/moms for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Lume’s Starter Pack is perfect for new customers. It comes with a Solid Stick Deodorant, Cream Tube Deodorant, two free products of your choice (like Mini Body Wash and Deodorant Wipes), and free shipping.As a special offer for listeners, new customers GET 15% ALL Lume products with our exclusive code - and if you combine the 15% off with the already discounted starter pack, that equals over 40% off their Starter Pack! Use code MOMS for 15% off your first purchase at LumeDeodorant.com. To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast. Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more. Sources: Raymond Crump, Jr., Appellant, v. Sam Anderson, Superintendent, District of Columbia Jail, Appellee, 352 F.2d 649 (D.C. Cir. 1965) Basham, William, PROSECUTOR SETS STAGE IN MEYER…, Washington Star Maxwell, J.T., Crump Case Goes to Jury, Washington Daily News, 1965 Morrow, Two Washington Women, City Journal, 2018 Janney, Peter, The Murder of John Kennedy’s Mistress, Part 3, WhoWhatWhy, 2017 Mary Pinchot Meyer, Spartacus Educational, 1997-2020 Janney, Peter, The Murder of John Kennedy’s Mistress, Part 1, WhoWhatWhy, 2017 Janney, Peter, The Murder of John Kennedy’s Mistress, Part 2, WhoWhatWhy, 2017 Hornberger, Jacob G, When Ben Bradlee…, The Future of Freedom Foundation, 2021 Janney, Peter, The Lone Voice of Justice in the murder of…, Mary’s Mosaic, 2016 O’Shea, Devin Thomas, Bad Shot, Mary, Apocalypse Confidential, 2023 Morrow, Lance, 44 Years Later, a Washington, D.C. Death…, Smithsonian, 2008 Kim, Leena, Inside the Unsolved Murder of JFK's Mistress…, Town and Country, 2020 Markoski, Katherine, Artist Mary Pinchot Meyer, Smithsonian Art Museum, 2024 Warwick, Mal, John F. Kennedy's lover kept a diary, and it…, Mal Warwick On Books Vincent, Zachary, Mary Pinchot Meyer, 1920-1964, HASTA, 2023 Zielinski, Graeme, Key CIA Figure Cord Meyer Dies, Washington Post, 2001 Nobile, Phillip, Rosenbaum, Ron, The Curious Aftermath of JFK's…, New Times, 1974 Burleigh, Nina A Very Private Woman(2009-10-21). Ward, Bernie and Toogood, Granville. "Former Vice President of Washington Post Reveals JFK - 2 Year White House Romance." National Enquirer. March 2, 1976. Kennedy Assassination Meyer and JFK Half Light | Smithsonian American Art Museum Mary Eno Pinchot Meyer (1920-1964) - Find a Grave Memorial McNeil, Liz, McAfee, Tierney, JFK's Mistress Who Was Murdered: Some Say Mary Pinchot Meyer Was Killed by CIA, People, 2017 Kenneth O'Donnell, Spartacus Educational, 1997-2020 Dovey Roundtree, Spartacus Educational, 1997-2020 Burleigh, Nina, The Mysterious Murder of Mary Pinchot Meyer…, The Daily Beast, 2012 Hornberger, Jacob G, A Remarkable Lawyer.., The Future of Freedom Foundation, 2018 JFK love letter to his alleged mistress sells for big money, Boston Globe, 2016 Newton, Michael (2009). "Mary Pinchot Meyer". The Encyclopedia of Unsolved Crimes (2nd ed.). New York: Infobase Publishing. pp. 240–241. ISBN 9781438119144 Bell, Anthony, The quietly defiant, unlikely fighter: Pfc. Sarah Keys and the fight for justice and humanity, The United States Army, 2014 Grant, Steve, Gifford Pinchot: Bridging Two Eras of National Conservation, Connecticut History Weinman, Sarah, Women on the Edge of a Conspiracy Theory, Hazlitt, 2013 Cohen, Alina, The Forgotten Female Artist Who May Have Been Murdered by the CIA, Artsy, 2019 BLOND GHOST: Corn, David: 9780671695255: Amazon.com: Books Flashbacks: Leary, Timothy: 9780874778700: Amazon.com: Books

Feb 4, 2025 • 59min
MURDERED: Lauren Burk
Lauren Burk, a bright and popular Auburn University student with a promising future, was tragically abducted and murdered on March 4, 2008. After a lengthy investigation and court proceedings, Lockhart was convicted of capital murder and sentenced to death, though his case remains a point of contention due to appeals and legal challenges regarding his mental health and sentencing. Get new episodes a day early and ad free, plus chat episodes, discord access and zoom hangouts at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Now’s your chance to change the way you sleep with Boll & Branch. Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at BollandBranch.com/moms. Exclusions apply. See site for details. If you’re looking for great skincare customized for you, check out Apostrophe.com/MOMSANDMYSTERIES and get your first visit for only $5.00! IQBAR is offering our special podcast listeners 20% off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. To get your twenty percent off, just text MOMS to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details. Ready for a junk-free start to 2025? Head to Thrivemarket.com/momsandmysteries and get 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast. Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more. Sources: https://law.justia.com/cases/alabama/court-of-appeals-criminal/2013/cr-10-0854.html https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/volokh-conspiracy/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2015/03/lockhartpetition.pdf http://sblog.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Courtney-Lockhart-USSC-Reply-Brief-03-16-15.pdf http://sblog.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Courtney-Lockhart-USSC-States-BIO-03-02-15.pdf https://acis.alabama.gov/displaydocs.cfm?no=1075174&event=6180UO337 http://www.doc.state.al.us/InmateHistory https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/25091194/lauren-ashley-burk https://www.al.com/wire/2011/03/courtney_lockhart_convicted_of.html https://www.al.com/news/2014/11/family_of_murdered_auburn_stud.html https://www.wrbl.com/sports/local-sports/auburn/she-fought-to-the-very-end-remembering-lauren-burk/ https://web.archive.org/web/20210310004334/https://oanow.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/a-cool-march-night-lauren-burks-last-day-unraveled/article_d7b68c1a-5e2b-11ea-a869-2f1fe1d62cb4.html https://www.cbsnews.com/news/lauren-burk-murder-verdict-iraq-war-veteran-guilty-of-capital-murder/ https://www.alabamaag.gov/newsviewer/4579decf-59a5-492b-995b-a416075faa8e https://www.tuscaloosanews.com/story/news/2010/11/16/testimony-heard-about-night-of-au-student-slaying/28361969007/ https://www.wtvm.com/story/13502658/trial-resumes-in-slaying-of-au-student-from-ga/ https://www.tuscaloosanews.com/story/news/2008/03/11/confession-in-auburn-slaying-read-in-court/27744537007/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/422689376/?terms=lauren%20burk&match=1, https://www.newspapers.com/image/422689759/?terms=lauren%20burk https://www.newspapers.com/image/422694355/?terms=lauren%20burk&match=1, https://www.newspapers.com/image/422694453/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/422707380/?terms=lauren%20burk&match=1, https://www.newspapers.com/image/422707403/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/850998425/?terms=lauren%20burk&match=1, https://www.newspapers.com/image/850998465/?terms=lauren%20burk https://www.newspapers.com/image/860367690/, https://www.newspapers.com/image/860367711/

Jan 28, 2025 • 1h 17min
STALKING: Peggy Klinke
In honor of National Stalking Awareness Month, we’re sharing the story that sparked the movement. Join us as we discuss the tragic case of Peggy Klinke—a bright, ambitious woman whose life was cut short by a relentless stalker, her ex-boyfriend. In this episode, we’ll explore Peggy’s story, the devastating consequences of stalking, and how her legacy continues to raise awareness and inspire change. Special thanks to Peggy’s sister Debbie for all of your help in making this episode. Research by Haley Gray and research assistance by Ana Luria. If you or someone you know is experiencing stalking, knowing what steps to take can make all the difference. SPARC provides valuable tools, including guidance for documenting incidents and reaching out for help. Visit stalkingawareness.org for more information and resources. Debbie and Haley are hosting a free stalking webinar on February 20 at 12 PM Central via Google Meet. They’ll share Peggy’s story alongside a stalking expert, discussing red flags, ways to support victims, and more. Stay tuned for additional details on our Instagram soon! Get new episodes a day early and ad free, plus chat episodes, discord access and zoom hangouts at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Treat yourself to the most comfortable bra on earth and save 20% Off sitewide at honeylove.com/MOMS20 . Start your hair growth journey with Nutrafol. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code MOMS. Take the work out of meal planning and grocery shopping! For a limited time get 40% off your first Hungryroot box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Go to Hungryroot.com/moms and use code moms. Stop spending money on subscriptions you’ve forgotten about! Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/MOMS today. Right now, ShipSkis is offering our listeners 20% off your first shipment when you go to Shipskis.com and use the code MOMS. To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast. Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more. Sources https://nunncenter.net/ohms-spokedb/render.php?cachefile=2010oh018_ous006_ohm.xml https://spu.edu/-/media/administration/safety-and-security/documents/History-of-Stalking-Awareness-Month.ashx#:~:text=NSAM%20began%20in%20response%20to,to%20stalking%20and%20save%20lives https://www.stalkingawareness.org/klinke-award/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/425388201/?match=1&terms=%22peggy%20klinke%22 Interview with Debbie Riddle https://www.stalkingawareness.org/ https://www.ojp.gov/ncjrs/virtual-library/abstracts/anti-stalking-statutes#:~:text=The%20first%20anti%2Dstalking%20law,Federal%20stalking%20law%20in%201996 https://law.justia.com/codes/new-mexico/chapter-30/article-3a/section-30-3a-3/#:~:text=History%3A%201978%20Comp.%2C%20%C2%A7,21%2C%20%C2%A7%202

Jan 21, 2025 • 53min
ABDUCTED: Kelly Bergh Dove
This week, we're exploring the 1982 abduction of 20-year-old Kelly Bergh from the Imperial Gas Station in Harrisonburg, Virginia. We'll cover her frantic 911 calls, the police mishandling, potential suspects, and ongoing efforts by her family to uncover the truth, along with recent developments that keep hope alive. Those with information about Kelly’s case should contact Detective Wetherell at 540-432-7788 or by e-mail at Leslie.Wetherell@harrisonburgva.gov. Those who wish to remain anonymous can call Crime Solvers at 540-574-5050. Research by Haley Gray, assistance from Beth Weitz and Anna Luria. Get new episodes a day early and ad free, plus chat episodes, discord access and zoom hangouts at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Give your home the refresh it needs with Wayfair. Head to Wayfair.com right now! Ready to make the switch and start saving? We’ll make it even easier for you. Use our link and you can save an additional 10% off your first order on TOP of the already lowest prices. Just go to Livegood.com/MOMS to save 10% on your first order. Start your risk-free Greenlight trial today at Greenlight.com/moms. Lume’s Starter Pack is perfect for new customers. It comes with a Solid Stick Deodorant, Cream Tube Deodorant, two free products of your choice (like Mini Body Wash and Deodorant Wipes), and free shipping. As a special offer for listeners, new customers GET 15% ALL Lume products with our exclusive code. Go to Lumedeodorant.com and use code MOMS and if you combine the 15% off with the already discounted starter pack, that equals over 40% off their Starter Pack! It’s time to get your own personal stylist with DailyLook. Head to DailyLook.com to take your style quiz and use code MOM50 for 50% off your first order. To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast. Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more. Sources: https://charleyproject.org/case/kelly-bergh-dove https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/229673858/kelly_jean-dove https://web.archive.org/web/20240915094215/https://www.evaporatethemissing.com/post/a-stranger-in-the-night https://www.doenetwork.org/cases/2413dfva.html https://www.whsv.com/2020/07/30/police-reopen-case-of-kelly-bergh-dove-disappearance/ https://www.whsv.com/2023/06/20/41-years-later-kelly-bergh-dove-cold-case-investigation-continues-move-forward/ https://www.whsv.com/2022/06/23/suspect-list-narrowed-down-1982-disappearance-kelly-bergh-dove/ https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/cold-case-spotlight/missing-persons-case-virginia-mother-kelly-bergh-dove-remains-unsolved-n884026 https://www.dnronline.com/dnronline/family-still-seeks-closure-in-disappearance-40-years-ago/article_9b86dbd6-dba7-51b3-8b39-d4b1fdb6166e.html Haley Gray’s interview with Elaine https://www.jacksonville.com/story/news/crime/2009/10/21/duval-jury-must-decide-self-defense-claim-in-racially-ti/15969542007/ https://www.jacksonville.com/story/news/crime/2009/10/21/targeted-because-of-his-race-or-not-waffle-house-patron-returned-t/15969635007/ https://pubapps.fdc.myflorida.com/offenderSearch/detail.aspx?Page=Detail&DCNumber=J40391&TypeSearch=AI https://core.duvalclerk.com/CoreCms.aspx https://www.newspapers.com/image/989119407/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/919497427/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/830542075/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/917021308/?match=1&terms=kelly%20bergh%20dove https://www.newspapers.com/image/830568386/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/966278124/?match=1&terms=kelly%20bergh%20dove https://www.newspapers.com/image/966339519/?match=1&terms=kelly%20bergh%20dove https://www.newspapers.com/image/966282411/ https://www.genealogybank.com/doc/newspapers/image/v2%3A14706BFBAB0F31E3%40GB3NEWS-16E1BC5A545D297D%402445144-16AAA7AF4285DA51%4019-16AAA7AF4285DA51%40?h=15&fname=kelly%20&mname=bergh&lname=dove&rgfromDate=1982&rgtoDate=1982&formDate=&formDateFlex=exact&dateType=range&kwinc=&kwexc=&state%5B0%5D=virginia&sid=bvwxmokgxxketvpaheplcoldhcmbwudn_ip-10-166-46-159_1736539848859 https://www.johnsonfs.com/obituaries/Dale-Wolf-Thomas-Dove?obId=31428326

Jan 14, 2025 • 53min
MISSING: Nikki Cheng Saelee-McCain
This week we are discussing the mysterious disappearance of Nikki Cheng Saelee-McCain. Born in Taiwan and raised in Seattle, Nikki's life took a serious turn when her tumultuous relationship with her husband, Tyler, escalated to severe abuse during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite her forgiving nature and hopes for a better future, Nikki went missing in May 2024, with her abandoned truck later found in a remote area. As Nikki's family continues their search for answers, Tyler's inconsistent claims and legal troubles raise suspicions about his involvement in her disappearance. Check-out the family's linktree with more information on Nikki and the family's search for her: https://linktr.ee/findnikki Research by Haley Gray with assistance from Whitney St. Andre. Thank you Kaye and Chloe for sharing your sister's story with us! Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Reset your routine with convenient, mouthwatering meals crafted with local ingredients by award-winning chefs.Go to cookunity.com/MOMS or enter code MOMS before checkout for 50% off your first week. Upgrade your closet this year without the upgraded price tag. Go to Quince.com/moms for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! To get started with Apostrophe, check-out Apostrophe.com/MOMSANDMYSTERIES and use our code MOMSANDMYSTERIES to get your first visit for only $5! Indoor cats and indoor humans agree - Pretty Litter helps my house smell fresh and clean. Go to Prettylitter.com/moms 20% on your FIRST order and get a free cat toy. Terms and conditions apply. See site for details. We've worked out a special deal with Hiya for their best selling children's vitamin. Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/MOMS. This deal is not available on their regular website. To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast. New merch! Check out Moms and Mysteries Threadless! You can also get new episodes a day early and ad free, plus merch and more at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more! To help Nikki and her family, please join the Facebook page, share Nikki’s story and flyer. Anyone who has information about Nikki or how she disappeared, please contact the Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit at 530.245.6135 or email MCU@shastacounty.gov. You may also submit tips through www.scsecretwitness.com/submit-a-tip. [source 1, 16] Nikki is described as being around five feet inches tall, weighing 100 pounds with brownish red hair and brown eyes. She has a forearm tattoo with flowers. Sources: Benda, David, “Justice for Nikki”, Record Searchlight, 4 July 2024 Arthur, Damon, “We are her voice today”, Record Searchlight, 8 July 2024 Arthur, Damon, “Reward to help…”, Record Searchlight, 23 July 2024 Arthur, Damon, “Records detail ‘volatile…” Record Searchlight, 28 July 2024 Shasta County Sheriff’s Office Incident Report Marsy’s Card Schwaller, Shawn, “New Information Emerges…”, A News Cafe, 9 Aug 2024 Schwaller, Shawn, “New Sources Shed Light…”, A News Cafe, 13 July 2024 Bruinsma, Sophia, “Community Unites…”, KRCR News, 31 May 2024 https://oag.ca.gov/missing/person/nikki-cheng-mccain Media Release Tedford, Maxwell, “Husband of missing woman…” KRCR News, 4 July 2024 Press Release Kennedy, Dana, “Missing mom…”, NY Post, 17 Aug 2024 Turning, Anna, “No clues in May disappearance…” NBC News 23 July 2024 Bruinsma, Sophia, “Husband of missing Redding…” KRCR News, 23 Aug 2024 Pierce, Annelise, “Tyler McCain’s Felony DV Charges…” Shasta Scout, 9 July 2024 Interview with Chloe & Kaye