We spoke with TikTok star Candice L, otherwise known as "Death Becomes Her". Candice is on a mission to remove the stigma from the death industry- she is a firm believer that women can do anything! Listen as we discuss some of the hardest death-related questions. Find Candice at these links below! Connect with her and show her your support. Instagram: https://bit.ly/3EzuP6a YouTube: https://bit.ly/3CqLKHD TikTok: https://bit.ly/2Y4a6Im Etsy: https://etsy.me/3BuncMK Join us on Instagram and Faceb...
Oct 31, 2021•44 min•Ep. 36
Today we’re telling the story of Levi Frady. This story will break your heart into a million tiny pieces. A young boy’s life was taken too soon, and too close to our home in the small town of Dawsonville, GA in 1997. Levi would be 35 this year. And unfortunately there are no signs that this case will be solved soon. However, police say that they’re still investigating Levi’s case and leads still come in. This is the murder of Levi Dillon Frady. Join us on Instagram and Facebook @crimecafepod Buy...
Oct 26, 2021•50 min•Ep. 35
This case is one of those that you will always think about, never forget about, and always feel like something could’ve been done to stop it. This could’ve been prevented. The murder of April Dawn Lacy did not have to occur. This is a story about a child who was forced to grow up quickly, the foster care system, drug abuse, and a young girl’s fight for love and a family. Why can’t we prevent children from being forgotten about? This is the murder of April Dawn Lacy. Join us on Instagram and Face...
Oct 14, 2021•39 min•Ep. 34
Today, we're telling a story that no one is ready for. A story no one wants to know is real. Today we're telling multiple stories about one person... a babysitter. And how she was able to kill and kill and get away with it.. almost. This is the story of the murders of Nima Louise Carter, Mary Elizabeth Carpitcher, and the attempted murder of Augustine Carpitcher. If not the baby sitter, who can we trust with our children? Join us on Instagram and Facebook @crimecafepod Buy merch here: https://bi...
Oct 13, 2021•39 min•Ep. 33
Orthodox Jews trace their roots back 5,000 years to the time of Moses and they live according to strict codes that have remained unchanged for centuries. To maintain their traditions, many communities have established yeshivas, which are schools that emphasize the principles of Orthodox Judaism. It is on the morning of Sabbath, Saturday November 1st 1986, that 15 year old Chaim Wiess was bludgeoned to death in his dormitory at a Yeshiva in Long Beach, New York. There were no signs of a struggle,...
Oct 12, 2021•53 min•Ep. 32
Evelyn Grace Hartley, who went by Evie, was born November 21, 1938. Evelyn was an American teenager who has been missing since October 24, 1953 from La Crosse, Wisconsin. Her disappearance sparked a search involving 2,000 people. In the first year following her disappearance, investigators questioned more than 3,500 people, dedicated theentire front page to her the LaCrosse Trubune, and gave mass lie detector tests to try and catch her kidnapped and likely, killer. As of 2021, no trace of her ha...
Oct 07, 2021•22 min•Ep. 31
At last- we are bringing you one of your guys’ favorite subjects- serial killers. And of course, you probably haven’t heard of this one. And unfortunately, he might still out there. The Redhead murders refers to a series of unsolved homicides of redheaded females in the United States between October 1978 and 1992, believed to have been committed by an serial killer. The victims, many remaining unidentified for years, were usually women with reddish hair, whose bodies were abandoned along major h...
Oct 06, 2021•51 min•Ep. 30
Patricia Spencer, 17, and her 15-year-old friend Pamela Hobley went missing on October 31, 1969 after going to a high school football game in Oscoda, Michigan. The girls had told family and friends that they were then heading to a Halloween party - but never showed up. This case, while there is only so much information available, is unforgettable. And the thing is.. it's SOLVABLE. They can solve this. They can find these girls. And we want to help. A lot of the original articles on this case hav...
Oct 05, 2021•26 min•Ep. 29
Today, we're telling the story of Chelsea Bruck. This story will break your heart, make you angry.. but also- it will make you fearful. It will drive you to question your decisions even more than you already do. Because you'll soon ask, WHY? and HOW? and for WHAT? What is the point of anything? What is the point in doing anything or going anywhere with or without someone as a woman? This is a story of how one man can so easily take advantage of not only women, but the whole legal system as a who...
Oct 04, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 28
Today, we’re telling the incredible story of Phoolan Devi’s life. We talk about how a young girl- once sold for sex in exchange for a cow- became a bandit queen, a gang leader, a prisoner, and eventually a politician in Uttar Pradesh, India before she was assassinated. This is a story of sexual assault, revenge, arranged marriages, feminism, and, of course, murder. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Your reviews really help our show. Join us o...
Aug 24, 2021•41 min•Ep. 27
We had the opportunity to speak with Beth Rowland for this special episode of Crime Cafe. On the morning of October 19, 1971 Cheryll Spegal left for school on her 10th birthday and, sadly, never came home. This is the story of her brutal murder and one choir teacher's fight to solve the case. Rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen. And follow Beth Rowland on TikTok, Facebook, and on her blog- all at Gone in the Fog. Join us on Instagram and Facebook @crimecafepod Buy merch here: https:/...
Aug 12, 2021•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 26
On the morning of October 19, 1971 Cheryll Spegal left for school on her 10th birthday and, sadly, never came home. This is the story of her brutal murder and one choir teacher's fight to solve the case. Rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen. And follow Beth Rowland on TikTok, Facebook, and on her blog- all at Gone in the Fog. Join us on Instagram and Facebook @crimecafepod Buy merch here: https://bit.ly/2TPcVL7 Email: crimecafepod@yahoo.com Sources: Gone in the Fog Blog: https://gonei...
Aug 02, 2021•1 hr 17 min
Join us on Instagram and Facebook @crimecafepod Buy merch here: https://bit.ly/2TPcVL7 Email: crimecafepod@yahoo.com Sources: Disappeared on ID Season 9 Episode 11: "Breaking Away" Help Find Martin Roberts Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/36EYfRJ Vanished Podcast episode part 1: https://bit.ly/3hIE3V9 Vanished Podcast episode part 2: https://bit.ly/3Beqyo8 Danelle Hallan’s video on Martin: https://bit.ly/2TGveCk...
Jul 26, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 24
Today, we're telling a story that is unlike anything we've ever covered before. On July 14, 2020 around midnight, 59 year old Corrina Smith carried out an act of revenge so shocking that we just had to tell this story. This is the murder of Michael Baines. Join us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @crimecafepod Buy merch here: https://bit.ly/3cl2uWE Email: crimecafepod@yahoo.com Sources: Oxygen: https://oxygen.tv/36Hqu27 MeAww: https://bit.ly/3eoQgMT Caught Podcast on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3h...
Jul 20, 2021•40 min•Ep. 23
Today, we tell another story that you probably haven’t heard of. Amber and Coral take you on a journey as they follow the stories of six different people’s encounter with the world’s largest ever recorded tsunami in Lituya Bay, Alaska in 1958. Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen! Join us on Instagram and Facebook @crimecafepod Buy merch here: https://bit.ly/2TPcVL7 Email: crimecafepod@yahoo.com Sources: Earthquake sounds: https://bit.ly/3xN1kuD Infographics YouTube: https://bit.ly/3z...
Jul 12, 2021•47 min•Ep. 22
Today, we’re exploring the Bermuda Triangle. Amber brings on such a journey as we discover the most notorious disappearances and theories related to the Triangle. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and don’t forget to leave us a rating and review! It helps so much. Join us on Instagram and Facebook @crimecafepod Buy merch here: https://bit.ly/2TPcVL7 Email: crimecafepod@yahoo.com Sources: Wikipedia: https://bit.ly/36cQkdV https://bit.ly/3dJQmya...
Jul 06, 2021•32 min•Ep. 21
Today, we are discussing the unbelievable case of Dalia Dippolito, a woman who hired an undercover a police officer to murder her husband and not only denied that she did so, claimed this whole thing was for a reality TV show. Join us on Instagram and Facebook @crimecafepod Buy merch here: https://bit.ly/2TPcVL7 Email: crimecafepod@yahoo.com Sources: Dalia is informed: https://bit.ly/3wK4tuK Phone call between Dalia and Mike: https://bit.ly/3zxojv8 Dalia’s police interview: https://bit.ly/3xA7xd...
Jun 28, 2021•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 20
PART TWO OF TWO. Soldier Matthew Warren Brown was similar to any other 20 year old. Outgoing, goofy, and good-hearted. Matthew was stationed in Asadabad, Afghanistan when on May 11, 2008 he suffered a fatal gunshot wound to his head- killing him almost instantly. In this episode, we talk about the extreme systemic issues within the military investigative services. This story is chocked full of a super powerful drug ring, questionable investigations, bribery, and lies. Did Matthew Warren Brown su...
Jun 19, 2021•57 min•Ep. 19
PART ONE OF TWO. Soldier Matthew Warren Brown was similar to any other 20 year old. Outgoing, goofy, and good-hearted. Matthew was stationed in Asadabad, Afghanistan when on May 11, 2008 he suffered a fatal gunshot wound to his head- killing him almost instantly. In this episode, we talk about the extreme systemic issues within the military investigative services. This story is chocked full of a super powerful drug ring, questionable investigations, bribery, and lies. Did Matthew Warren Brown su...
May 24, 2021•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 18
Today, Amber and Coral discuss the strange and brutal murder of Hallie Illingworth, a mom and waitress at Lake Crescent Lodge in Olympic National Park, Washington in 1940. Who killed her? The person she was supposed to trust the most. Although someone answered for this crime, they didn't answer for very long. Join the conversation on our socials, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen. It really does help us! Join us on Instagram and Facebook @crimecafepod Buy merch ...
May 17, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 17
Today, Amber and Coral tell the frightening and tragic stories of seven victims. Sarah and her children Kaleb, Kylie, Johnathon, Destiny, Brandon, and Alanna were mercilessly killed by their own family member- Sarah's father, Don Spirit in September of 2014. We try our best to break down the murders, the motives, and the tragic stories that led up to their final moments. Mental illness, substance abuse, and trauma are all things we try not to talk about; but, these are the exact things we should...
May 10, 2021•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 16
In today’s episode, we pick apart the extremely underreported case of “Little Miss Nobody”, a little girl found partially buried near a creek bed in Congress, Arizona in 1960. The circumstances of her death are still unknown. And her identity is also unknown. But investigators may have more answers soon due to technological advances. Also in this episode, Amber and Coral address the new “person of interest” in the Delphi Murder investigation, James Chadwell, who may just be the answer to our que...
May 05, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 15
Today, Coral and her husband Russ examine the excruciatingly detailed case of Devin Moore, an 18 year-old boy who savagely killed Leslie "Ace" Mealer, Officer Arnold Strickland, and Corporal James Crump of the Fayette, Alabama Police Department in June of 2003. Devin would eventually be sentenced to death after a hugely sensationalized trial. This case sparked a gigantic conversation: do violent video games make a murderer? Join us on Instagram and Facebook @crimecafepod Buy merch here: https://...
Apr 26, 2021•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 14
Amber and Coral break down and discuss the little talked about Atlanta serial killer, Aeman Presley, who senselessly killed three homeless men and a female hairstylist in 2014. These are the stories of Tommy Mimms, Dorian Jenkins, Karen Pearce, and Calvin Gholston. Join us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @crimecafepod Buy merch here: https://bit.ly/3cl2uW Email: crimecafepod@yahoo.com Sources: Britannica: https://bit.ly/3lBGaKW The First 48: Season 15, Episode 3 https://bit.ly/3gCMzVO https:...
Apr 05, 2021•36 min•Ep. 13
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Mar 31, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 3
I n today’s episode, we are continuing to tell the stories of three victims. Kathy Loreno, Shane Watson, Ron Woodworth, and the Knotek children. Join us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @crimecafepod Buy merch here: https://bit.ly/3cl2uW Email: crimecafepod@yahoo.com Brittany Hammond Facebook Page: https://bit.ly/3sdcar4 Casey Hammond YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3foha90 EMAIL: crimecafepod@yahoo.com Sources: If You Tell by Gregg Olsen Snapped Season 19, Episode 3 Murderpedia: https://bit....
Mar 29, 2021•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 12
In today’s episode, we discuss the horribly brutal torture death of Kathy Loreno and the disturbing abuse of an entire family. Join us as we discuss the beginning of Michelle Knoteks’s crimes. Join us on Instagram and Facebook @crimecafepod Buy merch here: https://bit.ly/3cl2uWE Best of Georgia Sticker: https://bit.ly/31beFhO Brittany Hammond Facebook Page: https://bit.ly/3sdcar4 Wagon Master Ranch: https://bit.ly/317OAjG EMAIL: crimecafepod@yahoo.com Sources: If You Tell by Gregg Olsen Snapped ...
Mar 25, 2021•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 11
In today’s episode, we’re discussing the alleged bludgeoning of Robert Hickok by his own son, Casey. Join us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @crimecafepod Buy merch here: https://bit.ly/3cl2uW Email: crimecafepod@yahoo.com Sources: News Press: https://bit.ly/3eQtLl9 Naples News: https://bit.ly/3vp1A2j Naples News 2: https://bit.ly/3bJvneq...
Mar 15, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 10
In today's episode, we discuss the sickening murder of Kimberly Bolton, a mother of three who was doing her best to navigate bipolar disorder and continuing her education when her life was taken by a devious monster. Join us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @crimecafepod Buy merch here: https://bit.ly/3cl2uW Email: crimecafepod@yahoo.com Sources: Macrotrends (Cleveland Statistics): https://bit.ly/3bKUjRv More about the Cleveland Clinic: https://cle.clinic/3bPOXnR First 48 on ID Season 12 Epis...
Mar 08, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 9
In today's episode, Amber brings us an spooky story that involved a former president, ghosts, witches, and-of course-murder. Join us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @crimecafepod Buy merch here: https://bit.ly/3cl2uW Email: crimecafepod@yahoo.com Sources: Bell Witch Website: https://bellwitchcave.com/ Light Out Podcast Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhrtQwwSqTY...
Mar 06, 2021•38 min•Ep. 2
