This first episode in a two-part miniseries covers the unsolved murder of Georgia Leah "Lee" Moses, who was killed in Petaluma, California, in 1997, and her sister Angel’s current push for resolution--through her own investigation and through the power of social media. Follow #JusticeforGeorgiaLeeMoses’ official Instagram , Twitter, Facebook, and visit the #JusticeforGeorgiaLeeMoses website to keep up with ongoing work on the case. You can find the GoFundMe here. Their email is whathappenedtogeo...
Feb 17, 2021•55 min•Season 12Ep. 4
In this episode, Annita Lucchesi of Sovereign Bodies Institute describes building the first-ever database devoted to missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and two-spirit people (MMIWG2), the far-reaching, community-based work of SBI, their recent study in Northern California, and much more. SBI’s work can be further explored and supported here: https://www.sovereign-bodies.org/ To read SBI’s Year One Report on Northern California, follow this link: https://www.sovereign-bodies.org/tokees...
Feb 10, 2021•59 min•Season 12Ep. 3
This episode had to be re-uploaded and released again due to a processing error. Todd Matthews, co-founder of the Doe Network and former NAMUS employee discusses databases, his role as the “world’s first websleuth” and how he continues to fight for case solves. Todd first rose to prominence after identifying the Kentucky Jane Doe known as “Tent Girl”--Barbara Ann Hackman Taylor--from his home in rural Tennessee. An early adopter of internet sleuthing, he built the first unidentified persons data...
Jan 27, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 12Ep. 2
The first episode in our intermittent National Series covers the unsolved murder of Leon Laureles, who was living and working in Brown County, TX, at the time of his 1996 murder. Though it has never been officially labeled as such, many view his unsolved homicide as a hate crime. If you have any information in his case, call Heart of Texas Crime Stoppers at 800-222-847. Pre order Laurah’s book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-norton/lay-them-to-rest/9780306828805/ Fa...
Jan 20, 2021•51 min•Season 12Ep. 1
Pre order Laurah’s book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-norton/lay-them-to-rest/9780306828805/ Subscribe to One Strange Thing: https://www.onestrangethingpodcast.com/ Find our sponsor links and promo codes here: https://www.thefalllinepodcast.com/sponsors Fall Line Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefalllinepodcast Find our sources here: https://www.thefalllinepodcast.com/sources Merch can purchased here: https://onestrangething.threadless.com/collections/the-fall-...
Jan 06, 2021•2 min
Laurah interviews Josh Hallmark (True Crime Bulls**t) and Anna Priestland, both of whom are writer-researcher-producers, about their experiences tackling longform and complex podcast projects. Josh is well-known for his in-depth coverage of Israel Keyes and Kelly Cochran. Anna wrote many of the best-known and most popular Casefile podcast series, including the show’s coverage of EAR/ONS/GSK, and has gone on to a successful career as a leading independent podcast writer-producer-researcher. Fall ...
Oct 21, 2020•58 min•Season 11Ep. 6
In this episode, Brooke interviews Monica Caison about what brought her to found CUE, one of the most hands-on missing persons organizations in the nation. Learn more about CUE here. Pre order Laurah’s book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-norton/lay-them-to-rest/9780306828805/ Fall Line Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefalllinepodcast Find our sources here: https://www.thefalllinepodcast.com/sources Merch can purchased here: https://onestrangething.threadless.com...
Oct 14, 2020•40 min•Season 11Ep. 5
The final installment in this four-part series covers unresolved and closed cases in Mississippi, Arkansas, and Louisiana, and discusses the survivors who testified at Samuel Little’s Los Angeles trial. A number of the Southeastern victims discussed in this series are either Jane Does or are currently considered “unmatched confessions,” and the public’s help is needed in resolving their cases. Call 1-800-CALL-FBI or visit tips.fbi.gov with information. Pre order Laurah’s book LAY THEM TO REST: h...
Oct 07, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Season 11Ep. 4
The third episode in this four-part series covers cases in Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, South Carolina, and Kentucky, and includes an interview with a family member of Macon-area victim Fredonia Smith. We also speak with SAKI (Sexual Assault Kit Initiative) Task Force member Amy Hutsell, who has been helping to connect Samuel Little’s Georgia confessions to the state’s cold cases. A number of the Southeastern victims discussed in this series are either Jane Does or are currently considered “unma...
Sep 30, 2020•57 min•Season 11Ep. 3
The second in this four-part series covers Samuel Little’s Florida confessions: the resolved, the unmatched, and the unidentified. A number of the Southeastern victims are either Jane Does or are currently considered “unmatched confessions,” and the public’s help is needed in resolving their cases. Call 1-800-CALL-FBI or visit tips.fbi.gov with information. Visit our Instagram to see forensic art of victims covered in each episode. You can find the archival tape transcript mentioned in the episo...
Sep 23, 2020•51 min•Season 11Ep. 2
The first episode in this four-part series begins with serial killer Samuel Little, and how he nearly got away with four decades of murder. Law enforcement is seeking public assistance in identifying Little's "unmatched confessions" and Jane Doe victims. Visit our website or our Instagram to see forensic art of victims covered in each episode. If you have information, call 1-800-CALL-FBI or visit tips.fbi.gov. Pre order Laurah’s book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-...
Sep 16, 2020•39 min•Season 11Ep. 1
In 2012, a 72-year-old man named Samuel Little was charged with three Los Angeles murders, dating back to the 1980s. Since then, it’s become clear: he is the most prolific serial killer the United States has ever seen. Roughly half his victims were living in the Southeast at the time of their murders, and many of those cases still need closure--either because the victims are Jane Does, or the confessions haven’t been matched to cases. From The Fall Line comes a special limited series: The Victim...
Sep 09, 2020•4 min
The conclusion to Laurah’s interview with UNH lecturer and forensic anthropologist Dr. Amy Michael, who talks about some of her biggest cases, search and recovery, and how she uses cold-case investigation in the classroom. The Fall Line is created by Laurah Norton and Brooke Hargrove/Engineered and produced by Maura Currie. Pre order Laurah’s book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-norton/lay-them-to-rest/9780306828805/ Fall Line Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefal...
Sep 02, 2020•41 min•Season 10Ep. 5
In the first of two episodes, Laurah interviews UNH lecturer and forensic anthropologist Dr. Amy Michael about her field, popular misconceptions, the state of forensic science, and how cold cases might be solved. The Fall Line is created by Laurah Norton and Brooke Hargrove/Engineered and produced by Maura Currie. Subscribe to One Strange Thing now! Find our sponsor links and promo codes here Monthly donations currently going to Sovereign Bodies Institute--please consider supporting their work! ...
Aug 26, 2020•33 min•Season 10Ep. 4
Part 3 concludes the story of Salvador “Chava” Sanchez Azcona, a popular 30-year-old who moved to East Naples, Florida in search of strong job prospects. After seven years in the area, he’d built a strong network of friends who viewed him as family--and who would stop at nothing to find him after he disappeared in March of 2016. Pre order Laurah’s book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-norton/lay-them-to-rest/9780306828805/ Fall Line Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/t...
Aug 19, 2020•32 min•Season 10Ep. 3
The series continues with the story of Salvador “Chava” Sanchez Azcona, a popular 30-year-old who moved to East Naples, Florida in search of strong job prospects. After seven years in the area, he’d built a strong network of friends who viewed him as family--and who would stop at nothing to find him after he disappeared in March of 2016. Pre order Laurah’s book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-norton/lay-them-to-rest/9780306828805/ Fall Line Patreon: https://www.patr...
Aug 12, 2020•34 min•Season 10Ep. 2
This episode explores the 2001 murder of Terrianne Summers and the 2002 murder of Deasha Andrews, both trans women who were part of Jacksonville's LGBTQ+ community. We speak with community advocate and friend of Terrianne, Rusty Mead, who also served as a liaison to the police in Deasha’s case. Pre order Laurah’s book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-norton/lay-them-to-rest/9780306828805/ Fall Line Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefalllinepodcast Find our sources ...
Aug 05, 2020•42 min•Season 10Ep. 1
In season 10, we cover the cases of two murdered women--both members of Jacksonville’s LGTBQ+ community--and the disappearance of a well-loved resident of Collier County, Florida, whose case is complicated by immigration status and alleged local drug activity. Hear the stories of Terrianne Summers, Deasha Andrews, and Salvador “Chava” Sanchez Azcona this season on The Fall Line. Fall Line Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefalllinepodcast Find our sources here: https://www.thefalllinepodcast.co...
Jul 29, 2020•3 min
The final episode in our three-part series covering the historical Atlanta Ripper murders, a little-known series of homicides attributed to a person--or persons--operating in Atlanta, GA between 1911-1914. . . and possibly beyond. Thanks to Dionne Clark of the SAGE Podcast for reading the epigraphs at the top of each episode, JV Hampton Van-Sant for voice acting, and Shannon Geary for months of archival research. Thanks to Alvin Williams of Affirmative Murder podcast, and Josh Hallmark of True C...
Jul 22, 2020•41 min•Season 9Ep. 6
The second episode in our three-part Atlanta Ripper murders coverage, covering a little-known series of homicides attributed to a person--or persons--operating in Atlanta, GA between 1911-1914. . . and possibly beyond. Thanks to Dionne Clark of the SAGE Podcast for reading the epigraphs at the top of each episode, JV Hampton Van-Sant for voice acting, and Shannon Geary for months of archival research. You can buy Jeff Wells’ book, The Atlanta Ripper, at Amazon or anywhere you shop. Pre order Lau...
Jul 15, 2020•39 min•Season 9Ep. 5
The first episode in our three-part series covering the historical Atlanta Ripper murders, a little-known series of homicides attributed to a person--or persons--operating in Atlanta, GA between 1911-1914. . . and possibly beyond. Thanks to Dionne Clark of the SAGE Podcast for reading the epigraphs at the top of each episode (her first episode was delayed due to the pandemic, but it's coming soon!), JV Hampton Van-Sant for voice acting, and Shannon Geary for months of archival research. You can ...
Jul 08, 2020•46 min•Season 9Ep. 4
In the conclusion to Season Nine, we learn how Candace and Ameera’s citizen detective work closed one cold case, and re-opened another. Pre order Laurah’s book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-norton/lay-them-to-rest/9780306828805/ Fall Line Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefalllinepodcast Find our sources here: https://www.thefalllinepodcast.com/sources Merch can purchased here: https://onestrangething.threadless.com/collections/the-fall-line-podcast Written, res...
Jul 01, 2020•37 min•Season 9Ep. 3
In Episode 2 of Season Nine, we explore the life of LeRyan Nicholson, who was born--and disappeared in--Nashville, TN. LeRyan’s sisters, Ameera and Candace, reflect on their relationship, their brother’s struggles, and how little they understood when he vanished. This led Ameera and Candace to begin their own investigation. Pre order Laurah’s book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-norton/lay-them-to-rest/9780306828805/ Fall Line Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefal...
Jun 24, 2020•40 min•Season 9Ep. 2
Nashville, TN, April 1998: a teenager goes missing. A man is murdered and cannot be identified. The city of Nashville is struck by one of the worst tornadoes the city has ever seen. These events—taking place over a single week—aren't connected until two sisters begin to ask questions about their missing brother. Pre order Laurah’s book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-norton/lay-them-to-rest/9780306828805/ Fall Line Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefalllinepodcast...
Jun 17, 2020•41 min•Season 9Ep. 1
A preview of Season Nine, which covers the case of LeRyan Nicholson of Nashville, TN. Fall Line Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefalllinepodcast Find our sources here: https://www.thefalllinepodcast.com/sources Merch can purchased here: https://onestrangething.threadless.com/collections/the-fall-line-podcast Written, researched, and hosted by Laurah Norton, with research assistance from Bryan Worters, Jessica Ann, and Kim Fritz/Interviews by Brooke Hargrove/Produced and engineered by Maura Cu...
Jun 10, 2020•4 min
On this special episode of The Fall Line, we speak with friend of the show Anthony Redgrave. If you keep up with true-crime news, you’ve likely seen Anthony on television. He was a lead researcher in the oldest doe case solved by forensic genealogists working for law enforcement. The victim in question has been known as the Clark County John Doe, the torso-in-the-cave doe, and Buffalo Cave Doe. Pre order Laurah’s book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-norton/lay-them-...
Jun 03, 2020•49 min•Season 8Ep. 5
In this interview, Brooke speaks with Jerri Williams. Jerri became a special agent with the FBI in 1982 and retired after 26 years of service. She is now in her second career as a crime fiction author and podcast host/producer. In her book, FBI Myths and Misconceptions: A Manual for Armchair Detectives, Jerri helps readers compare mass media portrayals of the FBI with the reality. Be sure you check out her podcast, FBI Retired Casefile Review. Pre order Laurah’s book LAY THEM TO REST: https://ww...
May 27, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Season 8Ep. 4
In this episode, we cover the unidentified woman known as The Glynn County Jane Doe, who was found outside of Brunswick, GA in 1990. We look at possible suspects, potential matches, and how updated forensic testing might help identify her today. Pre order Laurah’s book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-norton/lay-them-to-rest/9780306828805/ Fall Line Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefalllinepodcast Find our sources here: https://www.thefalllinepodcast.com/sources M...
May 20, 2020•48 min•Season 8Ep. 3
Part 2 of our coverage of the 1982 case of The Richland County Jane Doe, a woman who was admitted to the South Carolina State Mental Hospital without identification--and who died before they could find her name or loved ones. Pre order Laurah’s book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-norton/lay-them-to-rest/9780306828805/ Fall Line Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefalllinepodcast Find our sources here: https://www.thefalllinepodcast.com/sources Merch can purchased h...
May 13, 2020•38 min•Season 8Ep. 2
Part 1 of The Fall Line's coverage of the 1982 case of The Richland County Jane Doe, a woman who was admitted to the South Carolina State Mental Hospital without identification--and who died before staff could discover her name or locate her loved ones. Pre order Laurah’s book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-norton/lay-them-to-rest/9780306828805/ Fall Line Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefalllinepodcast Find our sources here: https://www.thefalllinepodcast.com/s...
May 06, 2020•43 min•Season 8Ep. 1
