LOVE MURDER

On December 1, 2018, 22-year-old backpacker Grace Millane met a man for a Tinder date in Auckland; within days she was missing, and soon a homicide investigation revealed CCTV trails, a calculated cleanup, and a killer who tried to hide behind the so-called “rough sex” defense. This episode traces Grace’s life and travels, the meticulous police work that unraveled the lie, the trial that led to a murder conviction, and the global backlash that helped spur legal reforms aimed at preventing abusers from blaming victims.Sources:The Lie: The Murder of Grace Millane (documentary) — https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/the-lie-the-murder-of-grace-millane/umc.cmc.25e1hupsruxwcfvbjnixz7mtrSupreme Court of New Zealand, Jesse Shane Kempson v R (PDF) — https://www.courtsofnz.govt.nz/assets/cases/2021/2021-NZSC-74.pdfRNZ, The Grace Millane case: A timeline — https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/410039/the-grace-millane-case-a-timelineRNZ, Grace Millane’s killer named as Jesse Kempson after Supreme Court appeal denied — https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/433383/grace-millane-s-killer-named-as-jesse-kempson-after-supreme-court-appeal-deniedNew Zealand Police, Update – Grace Millane investigation — https://www.police.govt.nz/news/release/update-grace-millane-investigation-1UK Government, Domestic Abuse Act factsheet: Consent to serious harm for sexual gratification not a defence — https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/domestic-abuse-bill-2020-factsheets/consent-to-serious-harm-for-sexual-gratification-not-a-defenceUK Legislation, Domestic Abuse Act 2021, Section 72 — https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2021/17/section/72NZ Herald, Grace Millane murder: Killer jailed for a minimum of 17 years — https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/grace-millane-murder-killer-jailed-for-a-minimum-of-17-years/P6RDWB4JUETPINBVWC5UH6HH6Y/The Guardian, Grace Millane trial: jury shown CCTV of accused moving suitcase with body inside — https://www.theguardian.com/world/2019/nov/13/grace-millane-trial-jury-shown-cctv-of-accused-transporting-suitcase-with-body-insideTIME, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern Offers Emotional Apology to Family of Murdered British Tourist — https://time.com/5475149/jacinda-ardern-grace-millane-new-zealand-murder/This Week's Episode Brought To You By: IndaCloud - If you’re 21 or older, get 25% OFF your first order + free shipping with code lovemurder at https://inda.shop/lovemurder!Shopify - $1 per month trial - http://shopify.com/lovemurderCure - 20% off your first order - https://www.curehydration.com/lovemurderHoneylove - Treat yourself to the best shapewear on the market and save 20% off at honeylove.com/lovemurderFind LOVE MURDER online:Website: lovemurder.loveInstagram: @lovemurderpodTwitter: @lovemurderpodFacebook: LoveMrdrPodTikTok: @LoveMurderPodPatreon: /LoveMurderPodCredits: Love Murder is hosted by Jessie Pray and Andie Cassette, researched by Sarah Lynn Robinson and researched and written by Jessie Pray, produced by Nathaniel Whittemore and edited by Kyle Barbour-HoffmanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On an ordinary October evening in Fort Pierce, Florida, a missed call turned into a family’s worst nightmare. When 60-year-old Bonnie Tietgens finally reached her son, she confessed to killing his father, William Tietgens Jr. What followed was a chilling series of events—from the siblings’ desperate drive home to the discovery that confirmed their fears. Join Jessie Pray and Andie Cassette as they unpack the shocking case of Bonnie Tietgens, the evidence she tried to wash away, and the devastating impact on a family forever divided.Find LOVE MURDER online:Website: lovemurder.loveInstagram: @lovemurderpodTwitter: @lovemurderpodFacebook: LoveMrdrPodTikTok: @LoveMurderPodPatreon: /LoveMurderPodCredits: Love Murder is hosted by Jessie Pray and Andie Cassette, researched by Sarah Lynn Robinson and researched and written by Jessie Pray, produced by Nathaniel Whittemore and edited by Kyle Barbour-HoffmanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A stormy night, a black out and a mysterious phone call lead the police to an eerie house on a hill containing the bodies of an entire family. All of this, plus a connection to The Exorcist, feels like the setup to a particularly scary movie. Instead, it was a real life tragedy that took place in November 1987. Sources:1. Jones, Janie. “Murder Mystery: The Mask of Mercy - AY Magazine.” AY Magazine, https://www.facebook.com/ayisaboutyou/, 24 July 2018, https://aymag.com/murder-mystery-the-mask-of-mercy/.2. “Murders on Main: 30 Years since Little Rock Businessman Killed His Family, Himself.” Arkansas Online, https://www.arkansasonline.com/murdersonmain/. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.3. “Mercedes McCambridge’s Son’s Note Exonerated Her - Los Angeles Times.” Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 1989, https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1989-04-17-mn-2098-story.html.4. “Suicide Letter Blames Actress Mother - UPI Archives.” UPI, UPI, 18 Apr. 1989, https://www.upi.com/Archives/1989/04/18/Suicide-letter-blames-actress-mother/7918608875200/.5. The Friday the 13th Murders. 2025.6. Batesville Guard, 7 Dec. 1987.7. Baxter Bulletin, 5 Dec. 1987.8. The Sun, 5 Dec. 1987.9. The Log Cabin Democrat, 5 Oct. 1993.10. The Sun, 19 Nov. 1987.11. Batesville Guard, 20 Nov. 1987.This Week’s Episode Brought to You By:Shopify - $1 per month trial - http://shopify.com/lovemurderFind LOVE MURDER online:Website: lovemurder.loveInstagram: @lovemurderpodTwitter: @lovemurderpodFacebook: LoveMrdrPodTikTok: @LoveMurderPodPatreon: /LoveMurderPodCredits: Love Murder is hosted by Jessie Pray and Andie Cassette, researched by Sarah Lynn Robinson and researched and written by Jessie Pray, produced by Nathaniel Whittemore and edited by Kyle Barbour-HoffmanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jessie and Andie are thrilled to share a new podcast. BURIED: Inside the John Wayne Gacy Investigation is a true-crime podcast featuring never-before-heard recordings of John Wayne Gacy and new admissions from the detectives who investigated him. Hosted by criminal defense attorney Bob Motta, whose father defended Gacy at trial, the series re-examines the investigation that brought a serial killer to justice. Through exclusive interviews, thousands of pages of police files, and newly remastered audio, BURIED exposes what’s been hidden for over 40 years and reveals the shocking truth behind one of America’s most infamous cases.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When a senior married couple falls victim to a deadly home invasion, the police search for answers from the family - including an adult daughter in a complicated marriage to a former professional athlete.Sources:1. Bandur, Michelle. “Dan Serafini Tahoe Murder Trial Updates on June 24 | Defendant’s Wife Testifies.” KCRA, KCRA, 24 June 2025, https://www.kcra.com/article/dan-serafini-tahoe-murder-trial-updates-june-24/65172103.2. Daniel Serafini's Wife Seeks Divorce After His Conviction for Her Dad’s Murder. PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2025, https://people.com/daniel-serafini-divorce-wife-erin-spohr-11795450.Longmire, Becca. “Ex-MLB Player Danny Serafini Found Guilty of Murdering Father-in-Law.” People.Com, PEOPLE, 15 July 2025, https://people.com/ex-mlb-player-danny-serafini-found-guilty-murdering-father-in-law-11772204.3. Mitri, Lysée. “Sisters Sue Each Other over Inheritance of Tahoe-Area Parents after 2021 Murder.” KCRA, KCRA, 27 Oct. 2023, https://www.kcra.com/article/tahoe-2021-murders-sisters-sue-over-inheritance/45659191.4. Neumann, Sean, and Chris Spargo. “Instead of Being Sentenced Today, Ex-MLB Player Daniel Serafini Might Get a New Trial.” People.Com, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2025, https://people.com/sentencing-delayed-mlb-player-daniel-serafini-new-trial-11792825.5. Reed, Darrin. Bar Rescue. 2011.6. “Robert Gary Spohr (1951-2021) - Find a Grave Memorial.” Find a Grave - Millions of Cemetery Records, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/282348876/robert_gary-spohr. Accessed 29 Sept. 2025.7. SF Gate. https://www.sfgate.com/renotahoe/article/california-lake-house-fortune-mlb-player-murder-20302902.php. Accessed 27 Sept. 2025.8. Spargo, Chris. “Daniel Serafini Landed in Prison Because of Babysitter Mistress’ Mistake.” People.Com, PEOPLE, 8 Aug. 2025, https://people.com/daniel-serafini-murder-mistress-samantha-scott-11787493.This Week’s Episode Brought to You By:AquaTru - 20% off your purifier - https://aquatru.com/ code: LOVEJones Road- Use code Love at jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Cool Gloss with your first purchase!Mint Mobile - Mobile wireless for just $15/mo - http://mintmobile.com/lovemurderCure - 20% off your first order - https://www.curehydration.com/lovemurderFind LOVE MURDER online:Website: lovemurder.loveInstagram: @lovemurderpodTwitter: @lovemurderpodFacebook: LoveMrdrPodTikTok: @LoveMurderPodPatreon: /LoveMurderPodCredits: Love Murder is hosted by Jessie Pray and Andie Cassette, researched by Sarah Lynn Robinson and researched and written by Jessie Pray, produced by Nathaniel Whittemore and edited by Kyle Barbour-HoffmanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Current Affairs, the tragic disappearance and murder of 17-year-old London Thomas in Inkster, Michigan is explored. What began as a frantic three-week search ended in a horrific discovery, revealing a story of betrayal that extended beyond a soured young romance to a mother's alleged involvement in concealing the crime. Jessie and Andie uncover the winding, frustrating path to justice for London Thomas.Current Affairs is Love Murder’s shorter show about the cases of love gone fatally wrong that are in the news right now.Sources:https://people.com/mother-campaign-of-lies-murder-son-girlfriend-11832452https://people.com/london-thomas-murder-detroit-boyfriend-and-mother-charged-11831567https://www.cbsnews.com/detroit/news/london-thomas-boyfriend-his-mother-charged-with-her-murder/https://www.wxyz.com/news/mother-and-son-facing-murder-charges-in-death-of-17-year-old-london-thomasFind LOVE MURDER online:Website: lovemurder.loveInstagram: @lovemurderpodTwitter: @lovemurderpodFacebook: LoveMrdrPodTikTok: @LoveMurderPodPatreon: /LoveMurderPodCredits: Love Murder is hosted by Jessie Pray and Andie Cassette, researched by Sarah Lynn Robinson and researched and written by Jessie Pray, produced by Nathaniel Whittemore and edited by Kyle Barbour-HoffmanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When an 18-year old boy goes missing, police and family are left wondering: was it an accident, a hoax, or was he the victim of foul play? Along the way, the authorities would discover a nefarious obsession that began years before Nick was even born.Sources:1. Dowling, Paul. Forensic Files. 1996.2. “Nicholas Andrew ‘Nick’ Howard (1978-1997) - Find a Grave Memorial.” Find a Grave - Millions of Cemetery Records, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/159349735/nicholas_andrew-howard. Accessed 10 Sept. 2025.3. “When Mercy Reigns – The Newton Community Magazine.” The Newton Community Magazine, https://thenewtoncommunity.com/living/when-mercy-reigns/. Accessed 10 Sept. 2025.4. The Sacramento Bee, 26 Feb. 1997.5. US Courts, https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/USCOURTS-caed-2_06-cv-00926/pdf/USCOURTS-caed-2_06-cv-00926-8.pdf. Accessed 10 Sept. 2025.6. The Sacramento Bee, 20 Oct. 1999.7. The Sacramento Bee, 12 July 1997.8. The Sacramento Bee, 14 Jan. 2000.This Week’s Episode Brought to You By:Progressive Insurance - Discover better rates at https://www.progressive.com/Shopify - $1 per month trial - http://shopify.com/lovemurderHiya - 50% off your first order - http://hiyahealth.com/lovemurderHexclad - Find your forever cookware from hexclad and get 10% off at hexclad.com/LoveFind LOVE MURDER online:Website: lovemurder.loveInstagram: @lovemurderpodTwitter: @lovemurderpodFacebook: LoveMrdrPodTikTok: @LoveMurderPodPatreon: /LoveMurderPodCredits: Love Murder is hosted by Jessie Pray and Andie Cassette, researched by Sarah Lynn Robinson and researched and written by Jessie Pray, produced by Nathaniel Whittemore and edited by Kyle Barbour-HoffmanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On September 14th, 2025, Colombian urban artist Bayron “B-King” Sánchez and DJ Jorge “Regio Clown” Herrera performed in Mexico City. Two days later, they vanished. Their bodies were discovered on September 22nd, tortured, dismembered, and accompanied by a message from La Familia Michoacana. Venezuelan singer Angie Miller, who was with them before their disappearance, was detained and later released, remaining under investigation.Current Affairs is Love Murder’s shorter show about the cases of love gone fatally wrong that are in the news right now.Sources:https://english.elpais.com/international/2025-10-06/arrested-and-tortured-to-frame-them-for-the-murder-of-regio-clown-and-b-king.htmlhttps://www.billboard.com/music/latin/b-king-regio-clown-dead-mexico-colombian-musicians-1236072417/https://thetab.com/2025/09/29/onlyfans-model-arrested-after-two-pop-stars-are-tortured-killed-and-stashed-in-bin-bagshttps://www.digitalmusicnews.com/2025/09/30/onlyfans-model-arrested-in-b-king-and-regio-clown-murder-case/Find LOVE MURDER online:Website: lovemurder.loveInstagram: @lovemurderpodTwitter: @lovemurderpodFacebook: LoveMrdrPodTikTok: @LoveMurderPodPatreon: /LoveMurderPodCredits: Love Murder is hosted by Jessie Pray and Andie Cassette, researched by Sarah Lynn Robinson and researched and written by Jessie Pray, produced by Nathaniel Whittemore and edited by Kyle Barbour-HoffmanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A troubled single mother ends up at the center of a lopsided love triangle between a longtime on-again/off-again boyfriend and a famous music producer. As she descends into madness, an innocent young French au pair ends up caught in her web.Sources:1. Balsamini, Dean. “Murdered Nanny Was a ‘Rock’ to Boys She Looked After.” New York Post, New York Post, 23 Sept. 2017, https://nypost.com/2017/09/23/murdered-nanny-was-a-rock-to-boys-she-looked-after/.2. “Boyzone Singer Calls Ex-Girlfriend Accused of Murder ‘manipulative’ - France 24.” France 24, FRANCE 24, 26 Mar. 2018, https://www.france24.com/en/20180326-boyzone-singer-calls-ex-girlfriend-accused-murder-manipulative.3. Davies, Caroline. “Couple Obsessed with Boyzone Member Guilty of Killing French Nanny | Crime | The Guardian.” The Guardian, The Guardian, 24 May 2018, https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2018/may/24/couple-obsessed-with-boyzone-member-guilty-of-killing-french-nanny-mark-walton.4. Dearden, Lizzie. “Couple Who Murdered French Nanny and Burned Her Body in Garden Jailed for Life | The Independent | The Independent.” The Independent, The Independent, 26 June 2018, https://www.the-independent.com/news/uk/crime/french-nanny-murder-london-tortured-burned-boyzone-kouider-medouni-sophie-lionnet-mark-walton-a8417441.html.5. Sophie Lionnet Death: Couple Admit Burning French Nanny’s Body. BBC News, 12 Jan. 2018, https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-42662303.6. Sophie Lionnet: Au Pair Killer Writes Apology Letter. BBC News, 26 June 2018, https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-44619699.7. Sage, Adam, and David Brown. “Nanny Murder: Father Decribes Sophie Lionnet as Shy Girl Who Loved Children.” Latest News & Breaking Headlines | The Times and The Sunday Times, The Times, 24 May 2018, https://www.thetimes.com/article/nanny-murder-father-decribes-sophie-lionnet-as-shy-girl-who-loved-children-8lb5xmrqq.8. “Sophie Madeleine Danielle Lionnet (1996-2017) - Find a Grave Memorial.” Find a Grave - Millions of Cemetery Records, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/222620000/sophie-madeleine_danielle-lionnet. Accessed 1 Sept. 2025.9. Spillett, Richard. “Nanny Killer Sabrina Kouider Described by Ex as ‘fickle Lunatic’ | Daily Mail Online.” Mail Online, Daily Mail, 24 May 2018, https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5767507/Nanny-killer-described-ex-fickle-lunatic.html.10. Stokes, Tim. “Sophie Lionnet: The ‘toxic’ Couple Who Murdered Their Au Pair.” BBC Home - Breaking News, World News, US News, Sports, Business, Innovation, Climate, Culture, Travel, Video & Audio, BBC News, 24 May 2018, https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-44120874.11. The Lady Killers. 2020.12. Tortured to Death: Murdering the Nanny. 2018.This Week’s Episode Brought to You By:Progressive Insurance - Discover better rates at https://www.progressive.com/Shopify - $1 per month trial - http://shopify.com/lovemurderBetterHelp - Convenient and affordable online therapy and counseling - https://betterhelp.com/lovemurder for 10% off your first monthHoneylove - Treat yourself to the best shapewear on the market and save 20% off at honeylove.com/lovemurderIndaCloud - If you’re 21 or older, get 25% OFF your first order + free shipping with code lovemurder at https://inda.shop/lovemurder!GoPure - Tighten & Lift neck cream 25% off with code Love at checkout - https://gopure.com/Cowboy Colostrum - Superfood for modern times 25% off with code Lovemurder at checkout - https://cowboycolostrum.com/Find LOVE MURDER online:Website: lovemurder.loveInstagram: @lovemurderpodTwitter: @lovemurderpodFacebook: LoveMrdrPodTikTok: @LoveMurderPodPatreon: /LoveMurderPodCredits: Love Murder is hosted by Jessie Pray and Andie Cassette, researched by Sarah Lynn Robinson and researched and written by Jessie Pray, produced by Nathaniel Whittemore and edited by Kyle Barbour-HoffmanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When a beautiful, talented and wealthy mother of five disappears in an upscale Connecticut suburb, suspicion is cast upon her husband and his girlfriend.Sources:Murder in the Dollhouse: The Jennifer Dulos Story by Rich CohenVanished in New Canaan - An ID MysteryBeyond the Headlines: The Jennifer Dulos Story48 Hours: The Conspiracy to Murder Jennifer DulosThis Week’s Episode Brought to You By:Progressive Insurance - Discover better rates at https://www.progressive.com/Crimes Of - A new true crime podcast exploring the true-life killers who inspired Hollywood’s most iconic villains https://www.pavestudios.com/shows/crimes-ofShopify - $1 per month trial - http://shopify.com/lovemurderBetterHelp - Convenient and affordable online therapy and counseling - https://betterhelp.com/lovemurder for 10% off your first monthFind LOVE MURDER online:Website: lovemurder.loveInstagram: @lovemurderpodTwitter: @lovemurderpodFacebook: LoveMrdrPodTikTok: @LoveMurderPodPatreon: /LoveMurderPodCredits: Love Murder is hosted by Jessie Pray and Andie Cassette, researched by Sarah Lynn Robinson and researched and written by Jessie Pray, produced by Nathaniel Whittemore and edited by Kyle Barbour-HoffmanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.