Crime Salad

This week, we take a look at a homicide that caught everyone by surprise. A murder that makes us wonder how someone could be capable of such a terrible act This story takes us to Akron, Ohio, where a family of four lives a very traditional American life. Steven and Brenda are the parents of two teenage children, Sydney and her brother, Andrew. This was your typical family: both parents worked, the kids who were now off to college - got good grades, and they got a chance to go on vacation in the summer, whether it was to Disney or the beach. They had a 529 plan set up to cover tuition costs. The road is open to possibilities for their children's future. The kids would most likely follow their parents footprints and continue with the same tradition.

In the heart-wrenching case of Shannon Graves' murder, a young woman's life was tragically cut short, leaving her family and friends devastated. This gripping true crime story captivates readers as we delve into the details of the crime, the investigation that followed, and the quest for justice that continues to this day.

In the quaint, seemingly peaceful town of Bardstown, Kentucky, lurks a string of mysterious and of unsolved mysteries. Join us as we examine the suspicious circumstances surrounding the disappearance of Crystal Rogers. In this episode we will go over the details which includes a much needed arrest, and the power of a small community as a family desperately and tirelessly fights for justice to be served.

It's DVAM (Domestic Abuse Awareness Month) this October, so we have a throwback for you this week. In March of 2020, Gretchen Anthony began sending texts to family and friends telling them she had tested positive for Covid-19. There was still so much unknown about the virus as the entire world began shutting down. Her family became highly concerned when they couldn’t get her on the phone. Many of the texts from Gretchen were filled with poor spelling and grammar. Then she stopped sharing her phone location with her 12 year old daughter. The last text anyone received from Gretchen said she was being transferred to a CDC covid site and would be placed on a ventilator, unable to communicate. After a welfare check at her home by law enforcement, it became clear that someone was using Covid as an alibi to cover up a horrific crime. Join us as we retell this story on Crime Salad where we examine a mind unraveling into paranoia ending in a senseless death of a beloved, Mother, Daughter, Sister and Friend, Gretchen Anthony. National Domestic Violence Hotline is available 24/7 @ 800-799-7233 or Text START to 88788

Minisode Topics: Murder Confession in Song Form Escaped Prisoner in Pennsylvania: At Large Wrongful Incarceration: Death Row Prisoner Released

On this episode of Crime Salad, we pull back the curtain on a Mormon family vlogger whose wholesome online persona masked a disturbing reality. This viral story has many wondering how a person with millions of followers could hide the cruelty that was taking place behind the scenes. A self-help cult, a Mormon guru, and shameless abuse define a story that is dominating everyones “for you page.” Today, we are going to discuss the downfall of Ruby Franke and her cultish entanglement with Jodi Hildebrandt.

Last week, we began to discuss the disappearance of Suzanne Morphew, and wow, was that an unbelievable episode. Before we dive into all of the new developments, and what Suzanne’s family was really thinking behind the scenes, let’s review the facts of the case, because we know this one was a doozy.

In this episode, we explore the case that elevated Maysville, CO into the spotlight, a case that has stumped investigators year after year. Each piece of evidence gathered by law enforcement has left investigators with more questions than answers. A case defined by shocking texts, absurd alibis, and a spy pen, today, I will take you, and Ricky, through a mysterious disappearance that has everyone asking, What really happened to Suzanne Morphew?

In this week's episode, we dive into the details of a mass murder with a very unusual motive, involving inventors, estranged family, and a deep-seated grudge. The crime that we discuss in this episode left the Liknes family in utter horror after a quest for revenge ended in tragedy. A survey plane photo taken during the evil crime becomes a strong piece of evidence in court.

This week, our story takes place in the suburban town of Westminster, Colorado, where neat rows of houses and tidy new strip malls define the landscape. Imagine, if you will, the sounds of children playing after school in the safety of this seemingly picture-perfect community. Among these children is a bright and spirited girl named Jessica Ridgeway, whose boundless curiosity made her a welcome sight in her neighborhood. But as the saying goes, even in the safest of places, darkness can emerge unexpectedly.