
Murder In America
MURDER IN AMERICA is a true crime podcast that takes a state-by-state look at the most infamous homicides across the United States of America. Co-hosted by Courtney Shannon & Colin Browen (of "The Paranormal Files"), the two delve deep into the darkest tales of murder from each and every state, featuring a from a different state every week. Their passion for true crime, along with Colin's career in investigating paranormal activity gives the two a fresh outlook on these crimes, and allows them to gain the deepest perspectives possible when analyzing the grisly details of these horrific acts. Welcome, to Murder in America.- New episodes are posted every Friday. -If you LIKE what we do, you can gain access to BONUS PODCASTS by becoming a Patron!: https://www.patreon.com/murderinamerica-FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/murderinamerica/-FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/murderinamerica-FOLLOW COLIN'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL (876,000 Subscribers): https://www.youtube.com/theparanormalfilesofficialchannel-FOLLOW COURTNEY ON INSTAGRAM!: https://instagram.com/courtbrowen/-FOLLOW COLIN ON INSTAGRAM!: https://www.instagram.com/colinbrowen/
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Apr 25, 2025 • 1h 17min
EP. 199: IDAHO - The Man Who Killed His Neighbor's Family: The Majorjon Kaylor Murders
In June of 2023, a brutal quadruple homicide rocked a town in Idaho that sent shockwaves rippling across the nation. On that day, a man named Majorjon Kaylor entered a duplex home in his community, and brutally executed the members of a family, one by one, in cold blood. But the story, told in whole, reveals a disturbing motive for the killings, and tells a larger, darker story when looked at as a whole. -Listen to our new show, "THE CONSPIRACY FILES"!:-Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5IY9nWD2MYDzlSYP48nRPl-Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/id1752719844-Amazon/Audible - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ab1ade99-740c-46ae-8028-b2cf41eabf58/the-conspiracy-files-Pandora - https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/PC:1001089101-iHeart - https://iheart.com/podcast/186907423/-PocketCast - https://pca.st/dpdyrcca-CastBox - https://castbox.fm/channel/id6193084?country=us-Stay Connected:Join the Murder in America fam in our free Facebook Community for a behind-the-scenes look, more insights and current events in the true crime world: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4365229996855701If you want even more Murder in America bonus content, including ad-free episodes, come join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/murderinamericaInstagram: http://instagram.com/murderinamerica/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/people/Murder-in-America-Podcast/100086268848682/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderInAmericaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theparanormalfiles and https://www.tiktok.com/@courtneybrowenFeeling spooky? Follow Colin as he travels state to state (and even country to country!) investigating claims of extreme paranormal activity and visiting famous haunted locations on The Paranormal Files Official Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheParanormalFilesOfficialChannel-(c) BLOOD IN THE SINK PRODUCTIONS 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 18, 2025 • 1h 9min
EP. 198: ARIZONA - The Murder of Emily Pike
In today's episode, we examine the case of Emily Pike, whose story is still unfolding as we record this episode, and examine the brutal killing of another young indigenous girl, Ashlynn Mike, who was raped and murdered in 2016. This is an incredibly important episode of our show, and you're listening to Murder in America.-Listen to our new show, "THE CONSPIRACY FILES"!:-Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5IY9nWD2MYDzlSYP48nRPl-Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/id1752719844-Amazon/Audible - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ab1ade99-740c-46ae-8028-b2cf41eabf58/the-conspiracy-files-Pandora - https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/PC:1001089101-iHeart - https://iheart.com/podcast/186907423/-PocketCast - https://pca.st/dpdyrcca-CastBox - https://castbox.fm/channel/id6193084?country=us-Stay Connected:Join the Murder in America fam in our free Facebook Community for a behind-the-scenes look, more insights and current events in the true crime world: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4365229996855701If you want even more Murder in America bonus content, including ad-free episodes, come join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/murderinamericaInstagram: http://instagram.com/murderinamerica/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/people/Murder-in-America-Podcast/100086268848682/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderInAmericaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theparanormalfiles and https://www.tiktok.com/@courtneybrowenFeeling spooky? Follow Colin as he travels state to state (and even country to country!) investigating claims of extreme paranormal activity and visiting famous haunted locations on The Paranormal Files Official Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheParanormalFilesOfficialChannel-(c) BLOOD IN THE SINK PRODUCTIONS 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 11, 2025 • 1h 26min
EP. 197: COLORADO - The Mass Shooter Who Fled To Mexico
In today's episode, we examine a disturbing crime that rocked the community of Aurora, Colorado in 2022. On the fateful day of the killings, three members of a local family, and another man were executed in cold blood inside of their home. But what happened both before, and after the shooting itself, was what made this story that much more disturbing.-Listen to our new show, "THE CONSPIRACY FILES"!:-Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5IY9nWD2MYDzlSYP48nRPl-Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/id1752719844-Amazon/Audible - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ab1ade99-740c-46ae-8028-b2cf41eabf58/the-conspiracy-files-Pandora - https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/PC:1001089101-iHeart - https://iheart.com/podcast/186907423/-PocketCast - https://pca.st/dpdyrcca-CastBox - https://castbox.fm/channel/id6193084?country=us-Stay Connected:Join the Murder in America fam in our free Facebook Community for a behind-the-scenes look, more insights and current events in the true crime world: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4365229996855701If you want even more Murder in America bonus content, including ad-free episodes, come join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/murderinamericaInstagram: http://instagram.com/murderinamerica/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/people/Murder-in-America-Podcast/100086268848682/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderInAmericaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theparanormalfiles and https://www.tiktok.com/@courtneybrowenFeeling spooky? Follow Colin as he travels state to state (and even country to country!) investigating claims of extreme paranormal activity and visiting famous haunted locations on The Paranormal Files Official Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheParanormalFilesOfficialChannel-(c) BLOOD IN THE SINK PRODUCTIONS 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 4, 2025 • 1h 43min
EP. 196: OKLAHOMA - The Murders Of Lauria Bible & Ashley Freeman: A Disturbing Mystery In The Heartland
In 1999, firefighters were called to a small trailer home in Welch, Oklahoma, to extinguish a roaring fire. But when the smoke cleared, and bodies began to pile up, this mystery only grew deeper and deeper. This story involves missing girls, unsolved mysteries and torture- and you're listening to MURDER IN AMERICA.-Listen to our new show, "THE CONSPIRACY FILES"!:-Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5IY9nWD2MYDzlSYP48nRPl-Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/id1752719844-Amazon/Audible - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ab1ade99-740c-46ae-8028-b2cf41eabf58/the-conspiracy-files-Pandora - https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/PC:1001089101-iHeart - https://iheart.com/podcast/186907423/-PocketCast - https://pca.st/dpdyrcca-CastBox - https://castbox.fm/channel/id6193084?country=us-Stay Connected:Join the Murder in America fam in our free Facebook Community for a behind-the-scenes look, more insights and current events in the true crime world: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4365229996855701If you want even more Murder in America bonus content, including ad-free episodes, come join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/murderinamericaInstagram: http://instagram.com/murderinamerica/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/people/Murder-in-America-Podcast/100086268848682/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderInAmericaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theparanormalfiles and https://www.tiktok.com/@courtneybrowenFeeling spooky? Follow Colin as he travels state to state (and even country to country!) investigating claims of extreme paranormal activity and visiting famous haunted locations on The Paranormal Files Official Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheParanormalFilesOfficialChannel-(c) BLOOD IN THE SINK PRODUCTIONS 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 28, 2025 • 2h 8min
EP. 195: TEXAS - The "Lucky" Serial Killer Kenneth McDuff
In today's episode of the show, we explore the disturbing story of Kenneth McDuff, a murderer who was let out of prison, from death row, who went on to become one of the state's most disturbed serial killers. This story is shocking, unbelievable and incredibly infuriating. And you're listening to MURDER IN AMERICA.-Listen to our new show, "THE CONSPIRACY FILES"!:-Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5IY9nWD2MYDzlSYP48nRPl-Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/id1752719844-Amazon/Audible - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ab1ade99-740c-46ae-8028-b2cf41eabf58/the-conspiracy-files-Pandora - https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/PC:1001089101-iHeart - https://iheart.com/podcast/186907423/-PocketCast - https://pca.st/dpdyrcca-CastBox - https://castbox.fm/channel/id6193084?country=us-Stay Connected:Join the Murder in America fam in our free Facebook Community for a behind-the-scenes look, more insights and current events in the true crime world: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4365229996855701If you want even more Murder in America bonus content, including ad-free episodes, come join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/murderinamericaInstagram: http://instagram.com/murderinamerica/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/people/Murder-in-America-Podcast/100086268848682/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderInAmericaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theparanormalfiles and https://www.tiktok.com/@courtneybrowenFeeling spooky? Follow Colin as he travels state to state (and even country to country!) investigating claims of extreme paranormal activity and visiting famous haunted locations on The Paranormal Files Official Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheParanormalFilesOfficialChannel-(c) BLOOD IN THE SINK PRODUCTIONS 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 21, 2025 • 1h 5min
EP. 194: TEXAS - The BROOMSTICK MURDERS: Serial Killer Kenneth McDuff’s Dark Beginning
In 1966, a brutal, disturbing crime rocked the state of Texas and sent shockwaves through the nation. Three local teenagers had been slaughtered in a small Texan town, in an unfathomably brutal manner. But what would end up happening AFTER the killer was caught, and the revelations that came with his capture, would captivate and shock the globe.-Listen to our new show, "THE CONSPIRACY FILES"!:-Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5IY9nWD2MYDzlSYP48nRPl-Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/id1752719844-Amazon/Audible - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ab1ade99-740c-46ae-8028-b2cf41eabf58/the-conspiracy-files-Pandora - https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/PC:1001089101-iHeart - https://iheart.com/podcast/186907423/-PocketCast - https://pca.st/dpdyrcca-CastBox - https://castbox.fm/channel/id6193084?country=us-Stay Connected:Join the Murder in America fam in our free Facebook Community for a behind-the-scenes look, more insights and current events in the true crime world: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4365229996855701If you want even more Murder in America bonus content, including ad-free episodes, come join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/murderinamericaInstagram: http://instagram.com/murderinamerica/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/people/Murder-in-America-Podcast/100086268848682/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderInAmericaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theparanormalfiles and https://www.tiktok.com/@courtneybrowenFeeling spooky? Follow Colin as he travels state to state (and even country to country!) investigating claims of extreme paranormal activity and visiting famous haunted locations on The Paranormal Files Official Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheParanormalFilesOfficialChannel-(c) BLOOD IN THE SINK PRODUCTIONS 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 14, 2025 • 1h 53min
EP. 193: WASHINGTON D.C. - She Gave Her Child To A Pedophile: The Disappearance of Relisha Rudd
In 2014, a young girl named Relisha Rudd disappeared from a homeless shelter in the Washington D.C. area, and the story of what happened afterwards will shock you to your very core. You’re listening to MURDER IN AMERICA.-Listen to our new show, "THE CONSPIRACY FILES"!:-Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5IY9nWD2MYDzlSYP48nRPl-Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/id1752719844-Amazon/Audible - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ab1ade99-740c-46ae-8028-b2cf41eabf58/the-conspiracy-files-Pandora - https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/PC:1001089101-iHeart - https://iheart.com/podcast/186907423/-PocketCast - https://pca.st/dpdyrcca-CastBox - https://castbox.fm/channel/id6193084?country=us-Stay Connected:Join the Murder in America fam in our free Facebook Community for a behind-the-scenes look, more insights and current events in the true crime world: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4365229996855701If you want even more Murder in America bonus content, including ad-free episodes, come join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/murderinamericaInstagram: http://instagram.com/murderinamerica/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/people/Murder-in-America-Podcast/100086268848682/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderInAmericaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theparanormalfiles and https://www.tiktok.com/@courtneybrowenFeeling spooky? Follow Colin as he travels state to state (and even country to country!) investigating claims of extreme paranormal activity and visiting famous haunted locations on The Paranormal Files Official Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheParanormalFilesOfficialChannel-(c) BLOOD IN THE SINK PRODUCTIONS 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 7, 2025 • 1h 11min
EP. 192: TENNESSEE - The Confession: A Massive Update In The April Holt Case
In today’s episode, we speak with Jamie and Jeremiah, victim April Holt’s parents, about some recent major developments in the case and what justice looks like to them. In addition, we reveal for the very first time the shocking confession that kickstarted this criminal case in the first place.-Listen to our new show, "THE CONSPIRACY FILES"!:-Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5IY9nWD2MYDzlSYP48nRPl-Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/id1752719844-Amazon/Audible - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ab1ade99-740c-46ae-8028-b2cf41eabf58/the-conspiracy-files-Pandora - https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/PC:1001089101-iHeart - https://iheart.com/podcast/186907423/-PocketCast - https://pca.st/dpdyrcca-CastBox - https://castbox.fm/channel/id6193084?country=us-Stay Connected:Join the Murder in America fam in our free Facebook Community for a behind-the-scenes look, more insights and current events in the true crime world: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4365229996855701If you want even more Murder in America bonus content, including ad-free episodes, come join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/murderinamericaInstagram: http://instagram.com/murderinamerica/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/people/Murder-in-America-Podcast/100086268848682/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderInAmericaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theparanormalfiles and https://www.tiktok.com/@courtneybrowenFeeling spooky? Follow Colin as he travels state to state (and even country to country!) investigating claims of extreme paranormal activity and visiting famous haunted locations on The Paranormal Files Official Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheParanormalFilesOfficialChannel-(c) BLOOD IN THE SINK PRODUCTIONS 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 28, 2025 • 2h 7min
EP. 191: GEORGIA - The Child In The Trash Bag: The Disturbing Murder of Amari Hall
Celeste Owens, partner of Brittany Hall, and Barbara Wright, Amari Hall's concerned grandmother, share insights into the heartbreaking case of 8-year-old Amari, whose body was found in a trash bag. They discuss the disturbing family dynamics that led to neglect and abuse, the investigation that exposed the flaws in child welfare, and the emotional turmoil surrounding Amari's tragic fate. Listeners hear about the complexities of truth, conflicting narratives during interrogations, and the urgent need for improved protective measures for at-risk children.

Feb 21, 2025 • 1h 6min
EP. 190: CALIFORNIA - Hollywood Celebrity Turned Ruthless Killer: The Tragic Tale of Johnny Lewis
In today’s episode, we examine the story of Johnny Lewis, an actor that, before his death, was known for his roles in the TV show “Sons of Anarchy” and films like “Alien Vs Predator: Requiem”. Johnny had a bright future ahead of him, but suddenly his health and life circumstances would change, and the Johnny that his Hollywood peers had grown to know and love would morph into something that they didn’t recognize. And no one had any idea just how brutally this story would end.-Listen to our new show, "THE CONSPIRACY FILES"!:-Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5IY9nWD2MYDzlSYP48nRPl-Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/id1752719844-Amazon/Audible - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ab1ade99-740c-46ae-8028-b2cf41eabf58/the-conspiracy-files-Pandora - https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/PC:1001089101-iHeart - https://iheart.com/podcast/186907423/-PocketCast - https://pca.st/dpdyrcca-CastBox - https://castbox.fm/channel/id6193084?country=us-Stay Connected:Join the Murder in America fam in our free Facebook Community for a behind-the-scenes look, more insights and current events in the true crime world: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4365229996855701If you want even more Murder in America bonus content, including ad-free episodes, come join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/murderinamericaInstagram: http://instagram.com/murderinamerica/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/people/Murder-in-America-Podcast/100086268848682/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderInAmericaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theparanormalfiles and https://www.tiktok.com/@courtneybrowenFeeling spooky? Follow Colin as he travels state to state (and even country to country!) investigating claims of extreme paranormal activity and visiting famous haunted locations on The Paranormal Files Official Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheParanormalFilesOfficialChannel-(c) BLOOD IN THE SINK PRODUCTIONS 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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