The Minds of Madness - True Crime Stories

A quiet Monday morning. A trusted routine that suddenly breaks. And a crime scene that left investigators asking how any of it was possible.In this episode, we unravel a case built not on eyewitnesses but on movement, silence, and a timeline that refuses to behave the way it should. A family forever altered and a truth that remains deeply contested.Sometimes the most unsettling stories are not about what was seen but about what happened after no one was watching.A video version of this episode is available on YouTube and SpotifyHow to support:For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterPlease 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 MADNESSUncommon Goods -  To get 15% off your next gift, go to Uncommongoods.com/madnessGrow 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/madnessQuince - 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/MADNESSCBDistillery - Right now you can save 25% off your entire purchase by going to CBDistillery.com and use promo code MADNESSEditing:Aiden WolfSources:https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/ny-supreme-court-appellate-division/1395324.htmlhttps://caselaw.findlaw.com/ny-court-of-appeals/1489181.htmlhttps://www.courtlistener.com/opinion/2653428/people-v-porco/https://law.justia.com/cases/new-york/appellate-division-third-department/2008/2008-07079.htmlhttps://law.justia.com/cases/new-york/court-of-appeals/2011/2011-ny-slip-op-08446.htmlhttps://murderpedia.org/male.P/p/porco-christopher.htmhttps://www.democratandchronicle.com/story/news/2016/08/10/christopher-porco-case-trial-appeal/88490340/https://timesunion.com/news/article/porco-mother-testifies-what-i-know-my-son-2366327.phphttps://timesunion.com/news/article/porco-case-timeline-678905.phphttps://timesunion.com/news/article/porco-appeal-update-2021-15968156.phphttps://nbcnews.com/id/wbna11689963https://abcnews.go.com/US/christopher-porco-case-revisited/story?id=41544960https://cbsnews.com/news/the-porco-trial/https://cbsnews.com/news/christopher-porco-case-update/https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/capital-region/news/2016/08/10/christopher-porco-case-10-years-laterhttps://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/capital-region/news/2021/09/20/christopher-porco-appeal-oral-argumentshttps://nycourts.gov/reporter/3dseries/2008/2008_07079.htmhttps://nycourts.gov/reporter/3dseries/2011/2011_08446.htmhttps://rochester.edu/news/show.php?id=2356https://archive.org/details/christopher-porco-trial

An elderly couple known for their quiet lives and deep roots in North Carolina are found dead, setting off an investigation that stretches far beyond a single crime scene. What begins with an early-morning fire along a rural highway soon collides with a second act of violence nearly two hundred miles away. As authorities follow the trail, familiar assumptions fall apart. An arrest brings answers, but also raises unsettling questions about what was planned, what was hidden, and how much more lay beneath the surface. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter 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: Law and Crime Trial Playlist 2020 Appeal Jury chooses life not death for CDPL client Campbell Texas man gets life sentence for robbing, killing Granville couple Campbell found guilty of murder; Victims' family speaks Judge won't allow statements of dead father to be part of son's murder trial Multistate crime spree leaves 2 dead, 3 wounded New details emerge in gruesome murders of Granville County couple Son of murdered Granville couple recounts unsettling phone call A To Z of True Crime Stories Volume 1 Man accused of murdering Granville County couple seeks to avoid death penalty Eric Campbell found guilty of all charges following shootout on I-64 in 2015 "Crazy" father and son charged in crime spree; couple dead, cops shot Bodies of Granville County couple found after police shootout on West Virginia highway Relatives of accused killer round out defense case in Granville murder trial Prosecution wraps up case against man accused of killing Granville couple Gun, fuel found in burned home of slain Granville couple Granville community mourns couple killed in apparent random attack Father, son charged in New Year's Day slaying of Granville couple Aunt: Texas man took fall for Granville couple's murders because dad wasn't there

Gunner Lindbloom, a former Detroit mob enforcer turned author and podcaster, shares riveting tales from his life immersed in the Mafia. He recounts his childhood hustles, the moral conflicts of debt collection, and a turbulent journey through prison that led to his redemption through writing. Gunner's transformation is inspired by love and faith, culminating in his successful transition to an author and storyteller. His reflections on freedom's challenges and future aspirations make for a compelling listen.

A Christmas reunion meant to bring a family together becomes the starting point of a crime that would confound investigators across two states. What initially appears to be a brutal triple homicide slowly unravels into something far more calculated, a deception maintained for nearly a year, hiding a truth no one was prepared to face. Join us, as we explore the Ivancic family murders, a case defined by misplaced trust, unanswered questions, and a revelation that changes everything once it comes to light. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter 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 To Make Donations To Gunner's Fund: Gunner Alan Lindbloom's GiveSendGo Research & Writing: Ryan Deininger Sources: LIVE: FL v. Shelby Nealy, Day 1 LIVE: FL v. Shelby Nealy, Day 2 LIVE: FL v. Shelby Nealy, Day 3 LIVE: FL v. Shelby Nealy, Day 4 LIVE: FL v. Shelby Nealy, Day 5 LIVE: FL v. Shelby Nealy, Day 6 LIVE: FL v. Shelby Nealy, Day 7 LIVE: FL v. Shelby Nealy, Day 8 Court TV Recap Shelby Nealy sentencing trial: Jurors hear details of murders in Day 4 of testimony The remains found outside a Pasco County home have been identified Nealy pleads guilty to killing in-laws as cover-up for ex-wife’s murder Tarpon Springs quadruple-homicide suspect Body found buried at home connected to Tarpon Springs triple-homicide case Investigators: Tarpon Springs murder suspect ‘tricked’ family into thinking wife was still alive Shelby Nealy sentencing trial: Day 3 of testimony Friday Nealy pleads guilty to killing in-laws as cover-up for ex-wife’s murder New Leaf News Jury recommends death penalty in Shelby Nealy's sentencing trial Court records: Man bludgeoned ex-wife’s family with hammer Quadruple murder suspect ordered pizza to crime scene days after murders  Man Suspected Of Murdering Wife And Her Family May Have Posed As Her Over Text Police: Suspect in Tarpon Springs Triple Homicide Admits Involvement Tarpon Springs Police Investigating Deaths as Triple Homicide For months, he said his wife was too busy to answer the phone. A massacre revealed the truth. Suspect in Florida triple murder has violent history in Northeast Ohio PRESS CONFERENCE Body found in yard of murder suspect accused of killing NE Ohio family Tampabay.com

Elizabeth Bedolla, mother of victim Tanya Wise, shares heartfelt memories of her daughter, her last moments at home, and the profound family loss that followed. The discussion unveils the shocking murder case, detailing the discovery of Tanya's body and the initial investigative steps. Elizabeth reflects on a suspicious truck sighting and the unraveling of a web of secrets. As evidence mounts against suspect Jose Soto-Escalera, the struggle for justice unfolds, leading to a tragic but pivotal conclusion in a case that profoundly affected a family.

A dumpster fire in Fort Worth uncovers a gruesome series of murders tied to Jason Thornburg. Initial discoveries lead investigators on a chilling path involving ritualistic motives and unsettling confessions. Family members share heartfelt memories of the victims, revealing the deep emotional scars left behind. Thornburg's history of violence unfolds, exposing systemic failures in handling prior cases. The narrative culminates in a shocking trial, where jurors grapple with mental illness and capital punishment, leaving a community reeling from the horror.

In this gripping discussion, Norma Patton, mother of murder victim Melissa Wolfenbarger, shares her heart-wrenching memories of Melissa's life and tragic disappearance. Legal commentator Joel McDermott adds insight into the investigation's legal challenges. The podcast reveals how a confessed killer, desperate for help, unknowingly sought assistance for his own daughter who was already deceased. Topics range from domestic violence and custody battles to the complex dynamics in the case, culminating in a shocking trial outcome that left the family in devastation.

Miguel Blanco, a longtime friend of Barry Schmalbach, shares heartfelt memories and the harrowing moments leading to Barry's disappearance. Becky Weber, a neighbor, describes Barry's generosity and the unsettling state of his condo post-vanishing. The podcast reveals a chilling voicemail from Barry expressing fear, and unsettling details about his last night, including odd messages and a violent encounter observed by neighbors. As the investigation unfolds, evidence links a suspect to sinister actions, culminating in a guilty verdict yet leaving lingering questions about what truly happened to Barry.

Join us, as we examine the tragic murder of Adreian Payne. A former NBA first-round draft pick and Michigan State basketball star. You’ll hear how a late-night attempt to calm a dispute ended in sudden gunfire. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter 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 Live It Up - Live It Up is offering you 15% off your first order, including subscriptions, with code MADNESS. Plus shipping’s always free. Head to Letsliveitup.com/MADNESS and use code MADNESS DailyLook - Head to DailyLook.com to take your style quiz and use code MADNESS for 50% off your first order Smalls - For a limited time only, get 60% off your first order PLUS free shipping when you head to Smalls.com/MADNESS 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 Editing: Aiden Wolf Sources: FL vs Lawrence Dority Day 1 FL vs Lawrence Dority Closing Arguments Sentencing Trial Playlist Former Michigan State basketball star Adreian Payne fatally shot Former NBA, Michigan State star Adreian Payne shot, killed ‘Intimidated by size:’ Man retrieved gun from home before killing ex-NBA player, records show Adreian Payne death: Doorbell video appears to capture audio of deadly shooting in Orlando Former Orlando Magic Player's Murder Trial Set to Begin Man found guilty of murder in shooting of former Orlando Magic player Adreian Payne Lawrence Dority guilty in shooting death of ex-Orlando Magic player Adreian Payne Orange County Clerk of Courts Girlfriend: Adreian Payne was killed trying to help woman in domestic dispute - NBC Sports Florida man gets life sentence for murder of Dayton native and former NBA player  The Adreian Payne Story: How Michigan State Star Became the Ultimate Role Model The Story of Adreian Payne: An inspirational story of life after loss Man who killed former NBA player, Dayton-native Adreian Payne found guilty Domestic Battery Charge 2016 Against Tatiana Mesa Affidavit for Arrest Warrant  WPTV News

Join us, as we examine the case of Gretchen Anthony, a woman whose final words may not have been her own. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter 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 Live It Up - Live It Up is offering you 15% off your first order, including subscriptions, with code MADNESS. Plus shipping’s always free. Head to Letsliveitup.com/MADNESS and use code MADNESS DailyLook - Head to DailyLook.com to take your style quiz and use code MADNESS for 50% off your first order Smalls - For a limited time only, get 60% off your first order PLUS free shipping when you head to Smalls.com/MADNESS 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: Sherri Smith Editing: Aiden Wolf Sources: Palm Beach Post KIRO 7 Legacy 48 Hours Season 34, Episode 31 Killer Relationship with Faith Jenkins Film Rise True Crime EW Crime Storytime Miami New Times Wikipedia KTSM CBS12 CBS News