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A Million Other Choices

Kim Tollerredcircle.com

When my niece was murdered in 2018, my interest in true crime turned to an obsession. I cover mostly Canadian cases and largely from my hometown of Calgary. I respect the victims and their families because I’ve been there. Every victims story deserves to be told. No chatting about my personal life or witty banter….I just get right to the case and tell the victim’s story. My personal story can be found in Season 1, episodes 17&18. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw

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Episodes

Tabitha Steple, Tanner Craswell and Mitch Maclean

4 Close friends set out for a night out before flying home for the holidays - little did they know someone was following them.... Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Pre-roll voice over: Garyn Hnatiuk – email ghnatiuk01@outlook.com for more information on voice and acting work available. Music Credit: https://uppbe...

Jul 17, 202324 min

Tanya Gordon

Tanya was just trying to move on with her life....a familiar story of domestic homicide. Killed by her ex-husband with her children as witnesses. A horrific story of emotional scars no child should ever endure. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Music Credit: https://uppbeat.io/t/tatami/big-game License code: 8Q41...

Jul 10, 202331 min

Concordia University - Professor Fabrikant

Professor Fabrikant was an HR nightmare for Concordia University until the day he became a nightmare for everyone. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Music credit: https://uppbeat.io/t/alex-besss/death-clock License code: US5UCJDLS9RAMDI8 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-million-other-choices/excl...

Jul 03, 202333 min

Holly Jones

On the afternoon of May 12, 2003 little Holly Jones never made it home from her friend's house. What happened to Holly sickened the residents of Junction Triangle, the city of Toronto and our entire country. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Music credit: https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo/southern-lord License c...

Jun 26, 202326 min

The Shafia Family Murders

The Shafia family had hopes and dreams of a new and better life in Canada, but unfortunately they brought their Dad with them and Dad didn't care about the hopes and dreams about women - he cared only about his own honor Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Music Credit: https://uppbeat.io/t/matrika/dark-city Licens...

Jun 19, 202337 min

Catherine Kassenoff

I watched a video, I was triggered, I did some research - put together this episode and now I need a nap...and therapy. Warning - the audio files at the end of the episode are hard to listen to. For full videos with captions visit: https://frankreport.com/2023/06/03/raw-emotion-and-rage-18-videos-of-allan-kassenoff-with-catherines-shocking-descriptions/ Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Ta...

Jun 12, 202331 min

Mattisse LeBlanc & Francine Levesque

Some people do bad stuff for no good reason and then blame others for their own bad behaviour. Mattisse's mom was no exception Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Music Credit: https://uppbeat.io/t/aylex/reset License code: PIFESSDWCWAJMITG Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-million-other-choices/exc...

Jun 05, 202322 min

Johnny Altinger

Don't recognize the victim's name? - of course - this is one of those cases known only by a "pet" name, to soften the blow of the brutal death Johnny endured. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Music Credit: https://uppbeat.io/t/tatami/desert-game License code: 057F5NRDNC3ST8MP Support this podcast at — https://re...

May 29, 202335 min

Wayne Millard, Laura Babcock and Tim Bosma

A rich kid - could have grown up to be Batman - but instead chose serial killer. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Pre-roll voice over: Garyn Hnatiuk – email ghnatiuk01@outlook.com for more information on voice and acting work available. Music Credit: https://uppbeat.io/t/alex-besss/psycho License code: HCIQG2J6W...

May 22, 202329 min

The Sault-Au Cochon Tragedy

I'm giving a vague description today - trust me, it's a good one. :-) Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Music Credit: https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/wormhole License code: ONEQJIMHUCXGVRDK Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-million-other-choices/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://red...

May 15, 202324 min

Exclusive freebie - Tammi Frank

No regular episode today. But I can't leave you in the lurch - please enjoy this exclusive episode for my subscribers from January 2023 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-million-other-choices/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

May 08, 202343 min

The Extreme Intoxication Defence - Canada

Canada has some strange laws - the fact that you can claim that you were too intoxicated to know right from wrong is one of them....let's explore.... Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Music Credit: https://uppbeat.io/t/tatami/wild-hunt License code: AL9S9OJXX9D3QSS6 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com...

May 01, 202327 min

Sarah Nicole Rae

Sarah's story has too many similarities to Taylor's for my liking. Just as Taylor was starting her relationship with Dustin - Sarah was trying to end hers. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Music credit:https://uppbeat.io/t/tatami/big-game License code: 8Q41REICE2QS4UZE Support this podcast at — https://redcircle...

Apr 24, 202324 min

Amber Kirwan

Amber was killed by a man on parole from a life sentence for killing someone else. How does the parole board make decisions about who to let out into the community? And what accountability do they hold when it doesn't go well? Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Pre-roll voice over: Garyn Hnatiuk – email ghnatiuk01...

Apr 17, 202325 min

Rino Ray Johnson

Ray Johnson was a kind and gentle widower who loved antiques and fixing up old things. He was hunted and preyed on by an evil plot. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Pre-roll voice over: Garyn Hnatiuk – email ghnatiuk01@outlook.com for more information on voice and acting work available. Music credit: https://upp...

Apr 10, 202324 min

Elizabeth Bain

Elizabeth was last seen checking the tennis schedule at the University of Toronto Scarborough. Her family has been put though the maze and torture of a justice system that has created more questions than answers. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Pre-roll voice over: Garyn Hnatiuk – email ghnatiuk01@outlook.com f...

Apr 03, 202322 min

SPECIAL - Lisa Marie Young

21 year old Lisa Young's last text read "Come get me, they won't let me leave"...She has never been seen since. Someone knows where Lisa is and holds the key to closing this case which has become one of Canada's most frustrating cases. Special thank you to Allison Crowe for the use of Lisa's Song, written and composed by Allison Crowe. For more information please visit: Welcome to Allison Crowe Dot Com! - word on the music, concerts, life of the amazing, exciting, and fun singer, pianist, songwr...

Mar 29, 202341 min

Jeffrey Baldwin

Child Protective Services in Canada can't seem to shake the bad rep. of letting children in their care down. Jeffrey was no exception. What Jeffrey and his siblings endured will leave you speechless. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Pre-roll voice over: Garyn Hnatiuk – email ghnatiuk01@outlook.com for more infor...

Mar 27, 202328 min

Donna Jones

"Why doesn't she just leave?". The mythical question regarding domestic violence we've all probably asked ourselves at some point. Donna's brutal murder highlights trauma bonding. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Pre-roll voice over: Garyn Hnatiuk – email ghnatiuk01@outlook.com for more information on voice and ...

Mar 20, 202326 min

Shannon Morrisette

Little Shannon lived in a silent world. Deaf and mute but with an engaging smile and trusting soul. What happened to Shannon on a hot summer day will leave you chilled to the bone. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Pre-roll voice over: Garyn Hnatiuk – email ghnatiuk01@outlook.com for more information on voice and...

Mar 13, 202322 min

The Jack Family Disappearance

The vanishing of the Jack family remains one of Canada's most bizarre cold case mysteries. The surviving family has given up on justice - but will never give up on looking for them. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Pre-roll voice over provided by Garyn Hnatiuk - email at ghnatiuk01@outlook.com for more informati...

Mar 06, 202327 min

Cindy Gladue

A hallmark case for Canada and not in a good way. Cindy Gladue's life was disrespected by a system designed to protect all of us, not just some of us. A tough case to listen to, but Cindy's story is worthy of knowing. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Pre-roll voice over provided by Garyn Hnatiuk - email at ghnat...

Feb 27, 202332 min

Barb Danelesko

Super Mom Barb was the picture of suburban life. A poster child mom's aspire to. Until the night she got out of bed to investigate a bump in the night. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Pre-roll voice over provided by Garyn Hnatiuk - email at ghnatiuk01@outlook.com for more information regarding voice over and/or...

Feb 20, 202323 min

Paul & Gabby Dolejs

The children of Czech expats Alois and Libuse were enjoying the freedoms and opportunities their Canadian citizenship provided. But an act of revenge would put an end to all of it. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Music Credits: Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/torus/hourglass License...

Feb 13, 202323 min

Brittney McInnes

Brittney was your all-Canadian 17 year old living the life with her family in Calgary over her Winter school break - only to go missing. The circumstances surrounding the discovery of Brittney will leave you feeling like trust is as just as elusive as true love. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Music Credit: Mus...

Feb 06, 202323 min

Lindsay Buziak - important update! Yes already!

Immediately after Monday's release - I found out some stuff! Mostly that I'm not perfect.....or even close. I got a couple things wrong, but mostly, I'm pretty proud of my coverage of Lindsay's tragic story. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-million-other-choices/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Feb 01, 202310 min

Lindsay Buziak

Lindsay was an up-and-coming star in real estate. Her brutal murder remains one of Canada's most notorious unsolved cases - Do you have a theory on who killed Lindsay? https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Flindsaybuziakmurder.wordpress.com%2Fphotos%2Fdress%2F&psig=AOvVaw1q_RYZRkv091qdpnaZtTO7&ust=1674855309292000&source=images&cd=vfe&ved=0CAwQjRxqFwoTCJjQnbKY5vwCFQAAAAAdAAAAABAE Music credit: Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-...

Jan 30, 202327 min

Jill Stuchenco, Cynthia Maas, Natasha Mongomery & Loren Leslie

We all know the names of many serial killers - but can we name the victims? One of Canada's youngest killers was caught by chance and left a wake of destruction to families in his path. Every victim, no matter their lifestyle or station in life deserves justice and is loved and missed and worthy of their story being told. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of...

Jan 23, 202332 min

Christine Demeter

Christine was gifted by the universe - glamorous, rich and beautiful. None of that could prevent her vicious murder. Join me for one of Canada's most wild rides through the criminal justice system. Exclusive Content: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/892ec828-10b8-4f8a-8da4-12654c4f5040/exclusive-content Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Music Credit : Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/lets-go Licens...

Jan 16, 202326 min

Meika Jordan

This one is tough. It was tough to tell and will be difficult to hear. One of Calgary's worse child abuse to murder cases. Take a moment to honor the men and women that work these cases. Exclusive Content: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/892ec828-10b8-4f8a-8da4-12654c4f5040/exclusive-content Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Music Credit: Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/weary-pines/home Support this podcast ...

Jan 09, 202332 min
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