This week, Yergy and Drewby discuss Operation Bada Bing, a child exploitation bust in Vermont that netted 8 local men - but what the police found on a nurse's computer shocked even the most seasoned authorities and launched an international manhunt. To report online exploitation of children, use the electronic Cyber Tip Line at https://report.cybertip.org/ or call 1-800-843-5678 A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Levi's Fundraising Page: https://...
Nov 21, 2021•17 min
This week, Yergy and Drewby review two new cases of child neglect and death in Maine, and provide you with an update on the three cases from our first Maine Child Deaths story from June. To report suspected child abuse and/or neglect call Intake 1-800-452-1999, if you are deaf or hard of hearing call 711 (Maine Relay). A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Levi's Fundraising Page: https://gofund.me/6b9e4f07 Support Our Patreon For More Unreleased Co...
Nov 14, 2021•20 min
Today, Yergy and Drewby discuss a drug kingpin that was hiding out in our home city of Lewiston, Maine after being placed in witness protection - but was he really hiding out? A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Levi's Fundraising Page: https://gofund.me/6b9e4f07 Support Our Patreon For More Unreleased Content: https://www.patreon.com/themiserymachine Buy Us A Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/miserymachine Join Our Facebook Group to Request a ...
Nov 12, 2021•9 min
Drewby and Yergy bring you breaking news as to the identity of The Walker County Jane Doe, who went nameless for over four decades - as well as bring you background on her case if you are unfamiliar. A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Levi's Fundraising Page: https://gofund.me/6b9e4f07 Support Our Patreon For More Unreleased Content: https://www.patreon.com/themiserymachine Buy Us A Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/miserymachine Join Our Face...
Nov 10, 2021•10 min
Vin and Sori are one of the leading music review channels, but did you know Vin used to be our boss? He was present as a supervisor and later an operations manager at Affiliated Computer Services during the Donna Paradis case and the Christiana Fesmire case respectively. Watch until the end to get the full behind the scenes of what went on at our call center during these times. A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Levi's Fundraising Page: https://g...
Nov 08, 2021•2 hr 23 min
This week, Drewby and Yergy share some breaking news that was originally shared with us in our private Facebook group. On September 21st, a body was recovered from Casella Waste Systems in Lewiston, Maine. It was also noted by our Patron, Marc, that the body of Jessica Lurvey was discovered on September 9th at the Casella Waste Systems in Belmont, NH. The body recovered in Lewiston? Jessica's fiancé, Matthew Schofield. A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier ...
Nov 05, 2021•10 min
This is the third and final week we unpack the story of Christiana Fesmire in podcast format. We will conclude the story surrounding the murder, the arrest that ultimately took place, and the following controversy. Out of every case that happened in our hometown of Lewiston, ME, this is the one that very few want to talk about and the second one to happen at Drewby and Yergy's former workplace of Affiliated Computer Services, commonly referred to as ACS and formally known as Livebridge. Putting ...
Nov 01, 2021•1 hr 14 min
This week, Yergy and Drewby continue the Christiana Fesmire case - which includes a review of the events of the day Christiana went missing, Yergy's personal connections to the case, as well as the beginning of the police investigation into her whereabouts. A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Levi's Fundraising Page: https://gofund.me/6b9e4f07 Support Our Patreon For More Unreleased Content: https://www.patreon.com/themiserymachine Buy Us A Coffee...
Oct 25, 2021•35 min
Yergy and Drewby bring you breaking news on the whereabouts of Brian Laundrie and some of the theories that have developed as a result of recent events in the Gabby Petito case. A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Levi's Fundraising Page: https://gofund.me/6b9e4f07 Support Our Patreon For More Unreleased Content: https://www.patreon.com/themiserymachine Buy Us A Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/miserymachine Join Our Facebook Group to Request ...
Oct 21, 2021•8 min
This week, Drewby and Yergy release the highly anticipated continuation of the ACS Murders series. We give background on the call center, the cast of characters in this controversial case, and the underground criminal enterprise operating unbeknownst to many. A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Levi's Fundraising Page: https://gofund.me/6b9e4f07 Support Our Patreon For More Unreleased Content: https://www.patreon.com/themiserymachine Buy Us A Coff...
Oct 18, 2021•26 min
This week, Drewby and Yergy travel down to Las Cruces, New Mexico, to discuss the tragic story of Brianna Lopez, an infant that suffered unimaginable torment at the hands of her own mother, father, and uncle - and the unique way that prosecutors chose to preserve her memory. A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Levi's Fundraising Page: https://gofund.me/6b9e4f07 Support Our Patreon For More Unreleased Content: https://www.patreon.com/themiserymachi...
Oct 10, 2021•23 min
This week, Drewby and Yergy travel to the mountains of West Virginia to discuss the case of Cassie Renee Sheetz - a case that's not getting the type of attention that it very much so deserves. Cassie Sheetz has been missing since March 11, 2021. On the day of her disappearance, Cassie had allegedly been hiking with two male friends at Spruce Knob, West Virginia. The trio allegedly became separated at some point during the hike, and while the two men eventually emerged from the trail, Cassie did ...
Oct 04, 2021•25 min
This week in continuing with our September series on suicide prevention awareness, Drewby and Yergy discuss the life, career, and eventual death of famed chef, author, and television personality Anthony Bourdain - a personal hero of Yergy's. A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Levi's Fundraising Page: https://gofund.me/6b9e4f07 Support Our Patreon For More Unreleased Content: https://www.patreon.com/themiserymachine Buy Us A Coffee! https://www.bu...
Sep 27, 2021•52 min
This week, Drewby and Yergy discuss the timeline of events in the Gabby Petito case, and what we currently know up until the discovery of her remains yesterday in Wyoming. We will update you as this story develops. As of the date of this recording, Brian Laundrie has yet to be located. If you know anything regarding his whereabouts, please contact the FBI tip line at 1-800-CALL-FBI. A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Support Our Patreon For More ...
Sep 21, 2021•12 min
In light of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, Drewby and Yergy discuss the case of Richard "Beebo" Russell - known posthumously as "The Sky King," and the legacy he left on the SeaTac Airport and meme culture today. GoFundMe for Hannah Russell: https://www.gofundme.com/f/provide-for-mrs-russell A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Support Our Patreon For More Unreleased Content: https://www.patreon.com/themiserymachine Buy Us A Coffee! https://ww...
Sep 20, 2021•44 min
This week, Drewby and Yergy continue their coverage of child related deaths and CPS failings across the country, this time highlighting three cases in California - two which were quite recent and one that shook LA County in the wake of the murder of Gabriel Fernandez. GoFundMe for Abby Coleman: https://www.gofundme.com/f/loving-abby-coleman?qid=97e3eaa76b3f926ebe29f96bb26d009a A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Support Our Patreon For More Unrele...
Sep 12, 2021•18 min
This week, Yergy and Drewby travel to the college town of Bloomington, IN to discuss the mysterious disappearance of Lauren Spierer, a sophomore at Indiana University, after an evening of partying with friends at a local sports bar. Many believe this to be a conspiracy involving a group of affluent college boys. If you know anything about the disappearance of Lauren Spierer, please say something. Tips can be shared anonymously by emailing policetips@bloomington.in.gov , or by calling the Bloomin...
Sep 06, 2021•19 min
This week, Drewby and Yergy focus on the tragic case of young Gabriel Fernandez, whom you may remember from the heart wrenching Netflix docuseries "The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez." We examine how a little boy that was loved by his extended family was failed by the Department of Children and Family Services, which tragically resulted in his death in less than a year, after his biological mother and her boyfriend were awarded sole custody. A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show ...
Aug 29, 2021•20 min
Breaking News: Yergy and Drewby touch on new developments in the case of Crystal Rogers - a mom from Kentucky that went missing in 2015. PLEASE DIRECT ANY INFORMATION TO: FBI Tip Line: 1-800-CALL-FBI or https://www.crystalrogerstaskforce.com/ A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Support Our Patreon For More Unreleased Content: https://www.patreon.com/themiserymachine Buy Us A Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/miserymachine Join Our Street Team! ...
Aug 27, 2021•8 min
In continuing with our coverage of child deaths in each state, this week, Drewby and Yergy travel to Massachusetts to discuss the cases of Bella Bond and Jeremiah Oliver, two young children who were murdered at the hands of their own mothers, and their mother's significant others - despite child protective services being involved with both families. A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Support Our Patreon For More Unreleased Content: https://www.pa...
Aug 23, 2021•21 min
Continuing our coverage of child deaths and CPS failings, Drewby and Yergy this week journey to Ohio to discuss three extremely shocking cases of child abuse - one of which could result in a death penalty conviction. A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Support Our Patreon For More Unreleased Content: https://www.patreon.com/themiserymachine Buy Us A Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/miserymachine Join Our Street Team! https://docs.google.com/fo...
Aug 16, 2021•19 min
You asked - we listened. This week, Drewby and Yergy venture back to the state of Indiana to discuss the mystery surrounding the deaths of sisters Kionnie, Kerriele, Keyara and Keyana, also known as "The Flora Four" who died in a house fire that some speculate wasn't an accident. We also touch on the phenomena of "Missing White Woman Syndrome" and how it may apply to the Flora Fire case. We review the tragic deaths of cousins Lyric Cook and Elizabeth Collins, and the striking similarities betwee...
Aug 09, 2021•33 min
This week, Drewby and Yergy travel to rural Tennessee to discuss the highly requested case of Summer Wells, a 5 year old girl that recently went missing from her home in Hawkins County. Anyone with information regarding the disappearance of Summer Wells is asked to contact the TBI at 1-800-TBI-FIND or the Hawkins County Sheriff’s Office at 423-272-7121. Tips can also be emailed to TipsToTBI@tn.gov Anyone with information regarding the disappearance of Rose Marie Bly is encouraged to contact the ...
Aug 02, 2021•23 min
This week, Drewy and Yergy take a trip down to Hawaii to discuss the unsolved murder of 19 year old Lisa Au, and the "killer cop" panic that plagued the island of Oahu in it's aftermath. If you know anything about what happened to Lisa Au, please call the Honolulu Police Department at 808–529–3111 or www.honolulu pd.org. A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Support Our Patreon For More Unreleased Content: https://www.patreon.com/themiserymachine Bu...
Jul 26, 2021•19 min
This week, Drewby and Yergy travel to the Sumatra region of Indonesia to talk not about the coffee the island nation is known for, but of a very little known murderer with sinister ambitions to become an all powerful shaman. A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Support Our Patreon For More Unreleased Content: https://www.patreon.com/themiserymachine Buy Us A Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/miserymachine Join Our Street Team! https://docs.googl...
Jul 19, 2021•16 min
This week, Drewby and Yergy discuss a rash of tragic child deaths in Maine that have occurred recently in the Bangor area over the past month. Why is this happening??? To report suspected child abuse and/or neglect call Intake 1-800-452-1999, if you are deaf or hard of hearing call 711 (Maine Relay). https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/ocfs/provider-resources/reporting-suspected-child-abuse-and-neglect A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Support Our Patreo...
Jul 12, 2021•25 min
This week, Yergy and Drewby head to St. Petersburg, Russia on the suggestion of our friend and patron Patricia, to explore the grizzly case of Tamara Samsonova - an unlikely murderess and possible cannibal. Email us if you'd like to request a future episode. Special priority to patrons! A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Support Our Patreon For More Unreleased Content: https://www.patreon.com/themiserymachine Buy Us A Coffee! https://www.buymeaco...
Jul 05, 2021•23 min
In honor of Pride Month, this week, Drewby and Yergy take a trip to Nebraska to discuss the 1993 killing of Brandon Teena, a young transman and subject of the 1999 film "Boys Don't Cry," and mother Lisa Lambert, and Philip DeVine, a 22 year old black man that was completely erased from the movie. In addition, we discuss how the film didn't age well to the point of being considered transphobic by some folks. Thank you to Bailey and Floss/Pugsunset1 for your episode suggestion. Thank you to our Pa...
Jun 28, 2021•26 min
In light of Pride Month, Yergy and Drewby travel to the Barking district of East London, UK, to discuss the case of a serial killer that targeted young gay men on various dating platforms, only to have the authorities brush their cases under the rug and ignore deaths that were very clearly linked. A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Support Our Patreon For More Unreleased Content: https://www.patreon.com/themiserymachine Buy Us A Coffee! https://w...
Jun 21, 2021•27 min
This week, Drewby and Yergy head back to Indiana and respond to some of your comments regarding James Brian Chadwell, the social media witch hunt regarding the Delphi case, and a few new cases from the area that you, the listeners, submitted to us for review. A very special thank you to Levi for supporting our show as our highest tier patron! Support Our Patreon For More Unreleased Content: https://www.patreon.com/themiserymachine Buy Us A Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/miserymachine Join ...
Jun 14, 2021•23 min
