Criminology

Joanne Chambers

In 1993, a stalker began to target 41-year-old Joanne Chambers, a first-grade teacher in Coolbaugh Township, Pennsylvania. The stalking escalated over time and the threats became more violent. All signs pointed to another teacher who worked at the same school. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the stalking of Joanne Chambers. This case has been referred to by some as the strangest stalking case ever. The police zeroed in on another female teacher at the school named Paula Nawrocki. But the details that emerge are so bizarre that they are difficult to believe. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production

53 min

The Coleman Family Murders

In the early morning hours of May 5th, 2009, Sheri Coleman and her two sons, 11-year-old Garett and 9-year-old Gavin, were found dead in their home. Husband and dad, Chris Coleman, had been worried about his family due to some threatening emails and letters they had received. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the Coleman family murders. The crime scene was horrible, and someone had spray painted curse words throughout the home. This seemed to back up the threats the family had received. But as the police began gathering clues, they uncovered the true culprit and a senseless motive. You can support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production

60 min

Ryan Borgwardt

On August 11th, 2024, 44-year-old father of three, Ryan Borgwardt went missing. He had gone kayak fishing on Big Green Lake in Wisconsin. His wallet and keys were found as was his capsized kayak. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Ryan Borgwardt. The authorities and his family feared he was dead and possibly at the bottom of the lake. Massive searches ensued but information soon came to light indicating that Ryan had used his passport to cross over into Canada. What came to light was a web of lies of deceit that shocked everyone.

46 min

Hannah Kobayashi

On November 8th, 2024, Hannah Kobayashi headed from Honolulu to Los Angeles for a very short layover en route to New York City. Hannah never made her connecting flight, and her family became worried about her. Over the next few days, she sent out a series of mysterious texts. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Hannah Kobayashi. What started as a disappearance case turned into a web of mysteries. Hannah's location, two green card marriages, and the reasons behind what she did would soon begin to emerge. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production

52 min

The Assassination of Insurance CEO; Brian Thompson

50-year-old Brian Thompson worked his way up to be the CEO of United Healthcare, which is currently the largest private payer of health insurance benefits in the United States. On December 4th, 2024, Brian was gunned down in Manhatten as he was about to enter a hotel for a meeting. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the assassination of Brian Thompson. This case has dominated the headlines as the police searched for the shooter. The case drew even more attention when the authorities arrested 26-year-old Luigi Mangione whom they believe to be the shooter. But many questions remain, including just exactly what the motive behind the shooting was. You can support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production

67 min

Channon Christian and Christopher Newsom

On Saturday, January 6th, Channon Christian and Christopher Newsom had planned to go on a date. The couple had only been dating for about two months. Their night ended in an unspeakable double murder. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Channon Christian and Christopher Newsom. The pair were carjacked by a group of people who then systematically tortured and murdered them. The details that emerged were horrific and shocking. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production

59 min

Amy Mullis

On November 10th, 2018, Todd Mullis called 911 as he rushed his wife, Amy, to the hospital. Amy died from her injuries, which resulted from being impaled by a corn rake or a pitchfork. Todd claimed Amy must have fainted and fallen on it causing her death. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Amy Mullis. On its face, he did everything he could to save his wife. But just under a year later, Todd would be found guilty of her murder. Many believe the jury got it right while others believe he is protecting someone. Either way, three children no longer have a mother, and their father is spending the rest of his life in prison. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production

61 min

Suzanne Simpson

Suzanne, a 51-year-old mother of four from Olmos Park, Texas, is currently missing but presumed dead. Despite multiple searches, including a sweep of the landfill in Bexar County, Suzanne still has not been found. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the disappearance of Suzanne Simpson. It's a case with circumstances that are all too familiar to those who regularly follow true crime. Suzanne's husband, Brad, was a suspect from the start. And just weeks before this episode aired, he was arrested for Suzanne's murder. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production

65 min

Gary Farris

Gary Farris was a very successful commercial real estate attorney in the metro Atlanta area. By 2018, he had been married to his wife Melody for thirty-eight years, and the couple had four adult children. They seemed like the perfect couple with the perfect family. But when Gary was found dead secrets began to be revealed. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the death of Gary Farris. Once it was realized that Gary was missing a search of the property began. It didn't take long for one of Gary's sons to find his remains in a burn pit on the property. The investigation quickly turned into looking at who had the motive and opportunity to murder Gary. You can help support the show at patreon.com./criminology An Emash Digital production

52 min

Stephanie Coyle

In 1993, 74-year-old Stephanie Coyle was murdered inside her home. Adding to the brutality and mystery, a large symbol was carved into her back. This is a case that has gone unsolved for over 3 decades. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Stephanie Coyle. In this episode, we called on trained criminologist, Dr. Lee Mellor who worked on this case to help us understand the case and the crime scene a little better, and to help us try and get into the mind of someone that would do something like this. You will hear from Lee throughout this episode. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology A Emash Digital production

74 min

Kristen Trickle

On Oct 30th, 2019, 26-year-old Kristen Trickle was preparing for the Halloween festivities. The next morning, Kristen's husband, Colby, woke up to a loud noise. He quickly realized that his wife was lying in bed dying from a gunshot wound. Colby called 911 to report that his wife had shot herself. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the death of Kristen Trickle. Kristen's family and friends were shocked when the coroner pronounced her death a suicide. Kristen was afraid of guns, and everyone said she was in a good place. Suspicion began to fall onto her husband Colby after a series of revelations that suggested everything was not as it appeared. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production

54 min

Leslie Preer and Christine Franke

On May 2nd, 2001, 50-year-old wife and mother Leslie Preer didn't show up to work. She was found dead in her Chevy Chase, Maryland home. One October 21st, 2001, 25-year-old Christine Franke was found dead inside her apartment in Orlando, Florida. Both cases would go unsolved for decades. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the cases of Leslie Preer and Christine Franke. Two unrelated murder cases that languished for years with no resolution. But, advancements in DNA technology, and more specifically, genetic genealogy was used to solve them both. The killers of Leslie and Christine were eventually revealed, and Leslie's family was shocked by who her killer turned about to be. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production

57 min

Introducing Gone Cold – Texas True Crime

This is a preview of Gone Cold's coverage of the 2007 case of 19-year-old Brittany Danielle McGlone, who was viciously attacked and savagely slain in her boyfriend's bed while the rest of the home's inhabitants were away. As you're listening, join gone cold's mission to bring these forgotten cases back into the public's awareness by subscribing to gone cold podcast – Texas true crime wherever you listen to podcasts. https://www.GoneCold.com

8 min

Sarah Harris

On January 26th, 2022, a 51-year-old doctor named James Ryan called 911. His girlfriend, 25-year-old Sarah Harris, had overdosed and his efforts at CPR weren't helping. Sarah was dead by the time officers and paramedics made it to the home. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the death of Sarah Harris. The opioid epidemic has ruined many lives and for a long time many supplying the drugs have not been held accountable. But that is changing. In Sarah's case, the question was whether or not the jury would hold James Ryan accountable for his actions after hearing the salacious details of what he had done. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production

48 min

Heather Bogle

In 2015, 28-year-old Heather Bogle was employed at the Whirlpool factory in Clyde, Ohio. After clocking out in the early morning hours of April 9th, 2015, Heather left the facility, but she never made it home that morning. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the case of Heather Bogle. Heather's body was found inside her trunk the next day. The investigation to find her killer saw several people wrongly accused and a detective found guilty of criminal acts. All of this delayed the identification of Heather's killer. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production

54 min

Introducing: Mind of a Serial Killer

What makes a serial killer? Mind of a Serial Killer takes you deep into the twisted minds of history's most notorious serial killers. Every Monday, hosts Vanessa Richardson and Dr. Tristin Engels, a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist, combines gripping true crime storytelling with expert psychological analysis to answer the question - what makes a serial killer? From Jeffrey Dahmer to Ted Bundy, explore not only their chilling crimes but the dark psychology behind them. Follow Mind of a Serial Killer wherever you get your podcasts!

21 min

Renee Pagel

In 2006, 41-year-old Renee Pagel was nursing instructor in Michigan. She had three children and was estranged from her husband Michael as the two were going through a divorce. On August 5th of that year, Renee didn't show up to an outing with friends. Her father went to her house to check on her and found her dead. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Renee Pagel. At the time she was killed, Renee was recuperating from donating a kidney to the father of one of her students. This was the type of selfless person that Renee was. Who would want her dead? Her estranged husband Michael was an obvious suspect but police were also looking at a man who rented an apartment on Renee's property. It would take good police work to solve Renee's murder. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production

49 min

Jonathan Crews

On February 2nd, 2014, Super Bowl Sunday, at 11:30 PM, 26-year-old Brenda Lazaro called 911 in Coppell, Texas, a suburb of Dallas. She told the 911 dispatcher that her boyfriend, Jonathan Crews, had shot himself. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the death of Jonathan Crews. Many believe that Brenda was slow to call 911 that night and that she may have fired the fatal shot herself. To many, the clues don't add up to a self-inflicted gunshot. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production

48 min

Presenting: "Murder in the Orange Grove: The Troubled Case Against Crosley Green"

On a dark night in April 1989, a young man named Chip Flynn was shot in a Florida orange grove. His ex-girlfriend Kim was the only surviving witness and claimed a Black man had robbed, kidnapped, and killed Chip. A year later, Crosley Green was sentenced to death by an all-white jury for Flynn's murder. After 32 years behind bars, a judge ruled Green was wrongfully convicted — so why is he still in prison? Here's a preview of the new "48 Hours" podcast, "Murder in the Orange Grove: The Troubled Case Against Crosley Green," which offers the most comprehensive deep dive into this shocking case that leaves one man fighting desperately for his freedom. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty has followed this controversial case for 25 years, delving into inconsistencies — from coerced confessions to allegations of a racial hoax — that challenge the integrity of the verdict. You can hear the rest of this episode by searching for "Murder in the Orange Grove: The Troubled Case Against Crosley Green"wherever you get your podcasts.

13 min

Barbara Jean Horn

On July 12th, 1988, in Philadelphia, 4-year-old Barbara Jean Horn went outside to play. She was trying to find some of her friends to play with, but no one was home. This seemingly normal day turned into a nightmare when she went missing. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the disappearance and murder of Barbara Jean Horn. A witness saw her walking with a man who seemed to be leading her by the elbow. Less than two hours after she was officially listed as missing, her body was found inside a television box which had been set next to someone's trash cans. There have been a few suspects through the years but so far no one has been held accountable for Barbara Jean Horn's murder. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production

56 min

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Joanne Chambers

The Coleman Family Murders

Ryan Borgwardt

Hannah Kobayashi

The Assassination of Insurance CEO; Brian Thompson

Channon Christian and Christopher Newsom

Amy Mullis

Suzanne Simpson

Gary Farris

Stephanie Coyle

Kristen Trickle

Leslie Preer and Christine Franke

Introducing Gone Cold – Texas True Crime

Sarah Harris

Heather Bogle

Introducing: Mind of a Serial Killer

Renee Pagel

Jonathan Crews

Presenting: "Murder in the Orange Grove: The Troubled Case Against Crosley Green"

Barbara Jean Horn

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Episodes

Joanne Chambers

The Coleman Family Murders

Ryan Borgwardt

Hannah Kobayashi

The Assassination of Insurance CEO; Brian Thompson

Channon Christian and Christopher Newsom

Amy Mullis

Suzanne Simpson

Gary Farris

Stephanie Coyle

Kristen Trickle

Leslie Preer and Christine Franke

Introducing Gone Cold – Texas True Crime

Sarah Harris

Heather Bogle

Introducing: Mind of a Serial Killer

Renee Pagel

Jonathan Crews

Presenting: "Murder in the Orange Grove: The Troubled Case Against Crosley Green"

Barbara Jean Horn

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