For over 30 years, the murder of 23-year-old Dana Ireland haunted the island of Hawai‘i, leaving behind a tangled web of suspicion, betrayal, and unanswered questions. Three men were convicted. The case was closed. Justice was served. Or so everyone thought.
Hosted by Amanda Knox - an exoneree, journalist, public speaker and best-selling author - this Season of THREE takes you deep into a case that was never as simple as it seemed. Through never-before-heard interviews and unwarranted access, we’ll walk you through this notorious crime and how it impacted three families - The Ireland’s, The Schweitzer’s and The Pauline’s all in very different ways. And the shocking discovery that changed everything.
Someone got away with murder. Until now.
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After decades of secrecy, the truth is finally on trial. In a stunning turn, Judge Kubota orders the release of long-hidden evidence, shaking the very foundation of the case against Ian and Shawn Schweitzer. But as the Hawai’i Innocence Project prepares to expose the full scope of this wrongful conviction, the prosecution fights back—taking their battle to the state’s highest court in a desperate attempt to keep the past buried. Will the pursuit of justice finally bring accountability, or will t...
The fight for justice takes a shocking turn. As Ian and Shawn Schweitzer return to court, the prosecution refuses to acknowledge the truth—even in the face of undeniable DNA evidence. Instead, they introduce a new, twisted theory, one that defies logic and stretches the bounds of credibility. Then, a bombshell: the walls of deception begin to crack, but will it be enough? Truth is closing in. But so is time. Click HERE to listen to Amanda Knox’s interview with Dr. Richard Leo on her podcast Fals...
A DNA match. A suspect identified. A chance for long-overdue justice. But instead of an arrest, the investigation takes a shocking turn. With Hawai’i PD refusing to act, and prosecutors refusing to acknowledge the full weight of the evidence, the truth hangs in limbo. The system that once rushed to convict Ian and Shawn Schweitzer now drags its feet when faced with the real perpetrator. And then—before any charges can be filed—the suspect takes his secrets to the grave. What happens next will de...
This episode details how the Hawaii Innocence Project, utilizing forensic genealogist Steve Kramer, finally identified Dana Ireland's killer, Albert Laurel Jr., after 32 years of failed investigations. Despite a rapid DNA match, Hilo Police Department's subsequent silence and apparent inaction sparked alarm, forcing the project to independently investigate Laurel Jr.'s status, culminating in an unexpected and concerning revelation. The narrative highlights the power of new investigative techniques against historical police failures.
The DNA never lied. It never pointed to Ian, Shawn, or Frank—but to someone else entirely. As forensic experts unravel the evidence that put three innocent men behind bars, the case against them crumbles. The DNA, the tire tracks, the so-called bite marks—junk science and misplaced certainty stole decades of their lives. But if they didn’t do it…who did? __ You can view the materials referenced in this episode at https://threepodcast.com/chapter-6-unknown-male-1 Please consider donating to Ian’s...
A guilty verdict. A plea deal. A family shattered. Ian Schweitzer is sentenced to life, and his brother Shawn faces an impossible choice—fight for the truth or admit to a crime he didn’t commit. But with missing evidence and a system eager to close the case, the truth remains just out of reach. What if justice was never the goal? __ You can view the materials referenced in this episode at https://threepodcast.com/chapter-5-inconclusive/ Please consider donating to Ian’s GoFundMe at https://www.g...
By 1996, because of pressure from Dana Ireland’s family and the media and the want to close this case for good, the police decided to send the case to prosecutors—despite DNA evidence excluding Ian and Shawn Schweitzer, as well as Frank Pauline Jr. But as the public scrutiny grows, so do the lies. Frank, hoping for leniency, spins a series of contradictory stories to the police and the press—before ultimately recanting on live TV and accusing the police of coercing his confession. In Chapter 4, ...
In Chapter 3, Amanda Knox takes you to Hawai’i’s Big Island to speak with Ian and Shawn Schweitzer and members of their legal team to understand how a confession, driven by deals and deception, could lead to their arrests. Despite a lack of forensic evidence, Ken Lawson of the Hawai’i Innocence Project helps break down how police tunnel vision and media pressure led to the brothers’ wrongful imprisonment and the battle to clear their names. __ You can view the materials referenced in this episod...
In a place where everyone knows everyone, during the early days of the investigation, police have no shortage of tips. Soon they turn their attention to three potential suspects: Frank Nasario, Anthony Torres and Roy Santos…but only a few months later, any hope that this case would be open and shut is dashed; none of the men’s DNA matches what was found on Dana Ireland or at the scene. Then, just when the Hawai'i Police Department think they have no other leads to explore, they conveniently get ...
On Christmas Eve in 1991, Dana Ireland is found tucked away in a secluded, hard to get to area of the Hawaiian subdivision, Vacationland barely clinging to life. When she finally arrives at a Hilo hospital, the damage is too severe and they declare Dana dead at 12:25am on Christmas morning. In 2023, the audiochuck team set out to tell you the story of what happened to Dana Ireland and how three men were convicted of her murder. Then in 2024, everything changed. In Chapter 1, Amanda Knox takes yo...
For over 30 years, the murder of 23-year-old Dana Ireland haunted the island of Hawai‘i, leaving behind a tangled web of suspicion, betrayal, and unanswered questions. Three men were convicted. The case was closed. Justice was served. Or so everyone thought. Hosted by Amanda Knox - an exoneree, journalist, public speaker and best-selling author - this Season of THREE takes you deep into a case that was never as simple as it seemed. Through never-before-heard interviews and unwarranted access, we...
An FBI profiler and a clinical psychologist delve into the psychological factors behind the Shelia and Rachel murder case. They distinguish between psychopathy and antisocial personality disorder, applying these concepts to Sheila's motivations. The experts also explore the profound impact of social media on adolescent brains, group dynamics, and the tragic sequence of events that led to the crime, highlighting the role of manipulation and dehumanization.
Morgantown attempts to heal. What, if anything, can be learned from the senseless murder of Skylar Neese? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Rachel and Shelia adjust to life behind bars. Ten years after her sentencing, Rachel comes up for parole. Will one of Skylar's killers go free? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Shelia and Rachel finally appear in court; Holly flies down to Morgantown to cover the proceedings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Following the discovery of Skylar Neese's remains, this episode explores her parents, Dave and Mary, as they navigate profound grief while Rachel and Sheila maintain a shocking facade of innocence. It delves into the legal process, the unexpected details of Skylar's death, and the intense emotional toll on those involved, including a neighbor's fear and Dave's near-vigilante act. The episode culminates with Rachel's confession and Sheila's capture, revealing her disturbing indifference to the severity of her actions.
Following Rachel's shocking confession, law enforcement attempts a sting on Sheila, who remains defiant even as warrants are executed and evidence is seized. Meanwhile, dedicated investigators relentlessly pursue the case, culminating in the discovery of Skylar's body and a harrowing account of her murder. The episode explores the legal challenges of the investigation, public interest, and the chilling aftermath for all involved.
Five months after Skyler's disappearance, her father Dave pursues a new lead, while a flashback reveals the deep-seated tensions and early altercations within Skyler's strained friendships with Sheila and Rachel. The episode details Sheila's cruel behaviors, Rachel and Sheila's murder plot, and the unraveling of lies as Rachel experiences a violent breakdown and eventually confesses to the authorities, returning home secretly wearing a wire to gather more evidence.
As the search for Skylar continues, investigators utilize social media to uncover details about Sheila and Rachel's lives. Skylar's diary entries expose a complex, often uncomfortable, dynamic within their friendship, particularly after a disturbing sleepover event. The episode details the girls' resistance to cooperation, leading to polygraph tests, parental interference, and mounting pressure from both authorities and anonymous online taunters.
After Skylar Neese vanished, her parents immediately knew she hadn't run away, a belief reinforced by her untouched belongings. While police initially considered it a runaway case, Officer Colbank soon noticed the suspicious behavior of Skylar's best friends, Sheila and Rachel, who presented identical, rehearsed alibis. The episode also explores the community's reaction, online theories, and a critical surveillance video review that ultimately reveals a shocking truth about Skylar's last moments.
Three re-investigates the mysterious 2012 disappearance of Skylar Neese, tracing the steps of her final night from security footage to the chilling discovery of her body in the Appalachian woods. Through interviews with her parents and analysis of her friends' social media, the episode explores the dynamics of teenage friendships, the role of digital communication, and the quest to uncover what truly happened.
After midnight on July 6th, 2012, three teenage girls walked into the thick Appalachian woods somewhere along the Mason-Dixon line. Hours later, under the glow of a nearly full moon, only two walked out. The very last time Dave and Mary Neese saw their only child Skylar was in a grainy black-and-white video. In it, she's sneaking out of her ground-floor bedroom in the middle of the night, her purse over her shoulder, her brown hair swinging as she hurries across the small parking lot to a waitin...
Jan 30, 2024•3 min
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