HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! In this week's episode Ashley does a deep dive about Ronald O'Bryan, the man who ruined Halloween aka THE Candy Man. Ronald was convicted of poisoning his own son with cyanide. Learn about the actual chain of events, the reason why and the aftermath. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity!

Resources:

1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ronald_Clark_O%27Bryan

2. https://people.com/candy-man-killer-timothy-obryan-murder-8732896

3. https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/the-man-who-killed-halloween

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A horrifying night ends in the deaths of five family members. Two people could have committed the crime—one is dead, and the other is behind bars. But was justice truly served, or is this another case of a wrongful conviction? Join Kat as she delves into the chilling Bamber Family murders at White House Farm in Essex, England, unraveling the twists and doubts surrounding one of the UK's most infamous cases.

PS. Thanks for your patience as Kat got through Gala season!

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REFERENCES:

1. https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2024/08/05/did-the-uks-most-infamous-family-massacre-end-in-a-wrongful-conviction?_sp=164fd6a7-5bdc-439c-8dcc-7757da912638.1729613006415
2. https://archive.ph/20120731000208/http://www.bailii.org/ew/cases/EWCA/Crim/2002/2912.html#selection-1185.0-1195.523
3. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/White_House_Farm_murders
4. https://www.bbcselect.com/watch/the-bambers-murder-at-the-farm/
5. https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2024/08/01/jeremy-bamber-case-new-evidence/

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In this episode Ashley discusses the story of Susan Walters Kuhnhausen. Her husband sent a hitman to kill her but instead, she killed him. Join us as we explore her story, the aftermath and what she's doing now.

Resources:

1. https://www.wweek.com/news/2016/08/17/a-hit-man-came-to-kill-susan-kuhnhausen-she-survived-he-didnt/

2. https://www.wave3.com/story/7051831/oregon-woman-kills-hitman-hired-by-her-husband/

3. https://blurredbylines.com/articles/susan-kuhnhausen-walters-survivor-hitman-portland/

4. https://www.oregonlive.com/portland/2014/04/woman_who_fatally_strangled_hi.html

5. https://katu.com/news/local/woman-tells-how-she-fought-off-a-hit-man

6. https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna14859827

7. https://biogic.com.ng/susan-kuhnhausen-biography-wikipedia/

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In this week's episode, Kat & Ashley are joined by Melissa - the Outreach, Education, & Prevention Director w/ Bay Area Turning Point to talk about all things cyberstalking. In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we thought the best way to handle this is to bring in an expert & try to bring education to all of you so you could pass it on.

FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center: https://www.ic3.gov/

Stalking Prevention, Awareness, Statistics & Resource Center (SPARC): https://www.stalkingawareness.org/

REFERENCES:

1. The Something Was Wrong podcast
2. The change.org petition to hold Jessica Polly accountable!
3. Danivvxx's TikTok about how Monica and Brody started
4. Unraveled - Jason Christopher Hughes Season 2.
5. https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/bad-behavior/jason-christopher-hughes-internet-stalker-from-long-island-new-york
6. https://www.rand.org/content/dam/rand/pubs/research_reports/RRA2600/RRA2637-1/RAND_RRA2637-1.pdf
7. https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/man-arrested-cyberstalking-and-obstruction-justice
8. https://www.justice.gov/usao-ma/pr/plymouth-man-arrested-seven-year-long-cyberstalking-campaign
9. Stalking & Technology Info
10. Stalking & Technology Facts
11. Adolescent Stalking Info
12. Stalking & Adolescents Facts
13. https://www.techsafety.org/blog/2024/5/15/proactive-location-tracking-alerts-are-coming-to-android-1

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In part 2 Ashley discusses Holly's history, her relationship with Jesse, the actual crime and how all of these organizations and adults failed these victims to the fullest extent. Always remember the names of: Rylee Elizabeth Allen, Michael James Mayo, Tiffany Dore Guess, Ivy Webster and Brittany Brewer.

Resources:

1. Body of Crime: Henryetta Mass Murders: Monster- Jesse Lee McFadden

2. https://kfor.com/news/local/unchecked-sin-required-checks-for-jesse-mcfadden-only-show-basic-information-was-reported-no-home-walk-through/

3. https://www.the-sun.com/news/8023985/holly-guess-jesse-mcfadden-henryetta-oklahoma/

4. https://www.fox23.com/news/victim-in-child-porn-case-against-jesse-mcfadden-says-the-justice-system-failed/article_521396dc-e95d-11ed-b7e4-2f839424632e.html

5. https://nypost.com/2023/05/03/oklahoma-sex-offender-jesse-mcfadden-shot-6-others-in-the-head-before-shooting-himself-police/

6. https://www.mcalesternews.com/news/kidnapping-suspect-to-plead-guilty/article_2ac47680-5b2d-11ef-a6fd-ff132b0fccc4.html

7. https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/crime/jesse-mcfadden-oklahoma-seven-bodies-rape-b2331802.html

8. https://nypost.com/2023/05/04/oklahoma-sex-offender-staged-grisly-crime-scene-police/

9. https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/crime/jesse-mcfadden-henryetta-oklahoma-murders-b2331954.html

10. https://www.oklahomalegalgroup.com/news/jesse-mcfadden-and-how-law-enforcement-chooses-who-to-hassle

11. https://www.oklahoman.com/story/news/2024/08/19/henryetta-massacre-what-to-know-about-oklahoma-killings-jesse-mcfadden-ivy-webster/74857260007/

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In this episode Ashley details the criminal history of Jesse McFadden, the man responsible for the Henryetta mass murder. Once you learn about his history you too will be left wondering how in the hell was this man free to walk around and why was he allowed around these children. Part 2 will cover Holly's history and the actual tragedy.

Resources:

1. Body of Crime: Henryetta Mass Murders: Monster- Jesse Lee McFadden

2. https://kfor.com/news/local/unchecked-sin-required-checks-for-jesse-mcfadden-only-show-basic-information-was-reported-no-home-walk-through/

3. https://www.the-sun.com/news/8023985/holly-guess-jesse-mcfadden-henryetta-oklahoma/

4. https://www.fox23.com/news/victim-in-child-porn-case-against-jesse-mcfadden-says-the-justice-system-failed/article_521396dc-e95d-11ed-b7e4-2f839424632e.html

5. https://nypost.com/2023/05/03/oklahoma-sex-offender-jesse-mcfadden-shot-6-others-in-the-head-before-shooting-himself-police/

6. https://www.mcalesternews.com/news/kidnapping-suspect-to-plead-guilty/article_2ac47680-5b2d-11ef-a6fd-ff132b0fccc4.html

7. https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/crime/jesse-mcfadden-oklahoma-seven-bodies-rape-b2331802.html

8. https://nypost.com/2023/05/04/oklahoma-sex-offender-staged-grisly-crime-scene-police/

9. https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/crime/jesse-mcfadden-henryetta-oklahoma-murders-b2331954.html

10. https://www.oklahomalegalgroup.com/news/jesse-mcfadden-and-how-law-enforcement-chooses-who-to-hassle

11. https://www.oklahoman.com/story/news/2024/08/19/henryetta-massacre-what-to-know-about-oklahoma-killings-jesse-mcfadden-ivy-webster/748572600

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Welcome to Part 2 of the Long Island Serial Killer (LISK) or the Gilgo Beach Killer story, and we are joined again by Sarah Sarah!

This is a HUGE & WILD story - but it's important to remind everyone that we want to honor the victims & their loved ones of this case. With that being said, this episode starts with the discovery that an architect named Rex Huermann is allegedly responsible for the deaths of so many of the victims found along Ocean Parkway. This story is changing a lot - even now!

In the meantime, grab a drink and join us as we explore the dark side of humanity!

REFERENCES:

1. THE DATELINE EPISODE
2. UNRAVELED: THE LONG ISLAND SERIAL KILLER (LISK) Podcast
3. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2eqbqX6yfTo
4. BONJOUR REALTY Interview
5. https://www.cnn.com/2023/08/01/us/gilgo-beach-suspect-home-photos/index.html
6. THE PLANNING DOC
7. INITIAL BAIL APP
8. SUPERSEDING BAIL APP
9. ANDERSON COOPER Interview
10. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/gilgo-beach-killings-suspect-due-in-court-as-prosecutors-tout-significant-development-in-case/
11. https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/06/us/gilgo-beach-killings-rex-heuermann-indictment/index.html
12. https://abcnews.go.com/US/alleged-gilgo-beach-serial-killer-rex-heuermann-charged/story?id=106379516
13. https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/gilgo-beach-serial-killings-complete-timeline-events-rcna94350
14. https://abc7ny.com/gilgo-beach-murders-timeline-rex-heuermann/13516686/
15. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Bittrolff

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This week, Kat and Ashley are joined by Sarah Sarah! (FInally!)

Kat kicks off a two-part series on the gripping investigation into the Long Beach Serial Killer and his eventual capture after decades of eluding justice. Grab a drink, because the story is intense. From a corrupt police force to the neglect of the victims' stories, this case is brimming with drama and dark twists.

REFERENCES:

1. DATELINE: https://www.nbc.com/dateline/video/the-hunt-for-the-gilgo-beach-killer/9000366265
2. UNRAVELED: THE LONG ISLAND SERIAL KILLER (LISK) Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unraveled/id1543476170
3. LOST GIRLS (Netflix) https://www.netflix.com/title/80223927
4. THE KILLING SEASON https://www.aetv.com/shows/the-killing-seasonN
5. SHANNAN'S 911 CALL: https://www.reddit.com/r/LISKiller/comments/uovres/full_shannan_gilbert_911_call_released_5132022/?onetap_auto=true&one_tap=true
6. TRANSCRIPT OF SHANNAN'S 911 CALL: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/y51mtm66uqzqm99wuyu2i/Shannan-Gilbert-Transcript.pdf?rlkey=x5ltxsyzis1h8kejtuulku9i4&e=1&dl=0
7. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/long-island-serial-killings-investigation-timeline-48-hours/
8. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gilgo_Beach_serial_killings
9. https://people.com/shannan-gilbert-gilgo-beach-serial-killer-not-considered-murder-authorities-8652815
10. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mari_Gilbert
11. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Burke_(police_officer)
12. https://nypost.com/2023/08/22/disgraced-former-police-chief-james-burke-arrested-for-allegedly-soliciting-a-prostitute/
13. https://www.nbcnews.com/news/crime-courts/ex-new-york-police-chief-led-gilgo-beach-probe-charged-soliciting-sex-rcna101409

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