Mountain Murders

Mountain Murders

East coast murders covered by Appalachian folks, Heather & Dylan. Who knew mountains could be so deadly? Are you ready to embark on a perilous journey through the treacherous peaks of true crime? Welcome to Mountain Murders True Crime, where chilling tales of mayhem and mystery await! Join our intrepid hosts as they navigate the dark side of nature, exploring crimes that will make your hair stand on end. From mysterious disappearances to shocking homicides, our podcast will have you on the edge of your seat, clutching your hiking gear tightly. So grab your headphones, strap on your adventure boots, and get ready for a wild ride through the untamed world of Mountain Murders True Crime! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support.

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Pazuzu Algarad

October 20, 2025 • 119 mins
In this chilling episode of Mountain Murders, we dive into one of North Carolina’s most disturbing true crime cases — the twisted story of Pazuzu Algarad and Amber Burch. Behind the boarded-up doors of a suburban home in Clemmons lay a nightmare few could imagine: satanic rituals, human remains buried in the backyard, and a community gripped by fear and disbelief.

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Wolf Creek

October 19, 2025 • 40 mins
This week on Mountain Murders, we’re heading deep into the Australian Outback to explore the terrifying story behind Wolf Creek. The chilling film was inspired by the real-life crimes of Ivan Milat — the Backpacker Killer — whose brutal murders shocked the world.

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Maura Murray Part Two

October 15, 2025 • 99 mins
Mountain Murders bring part two of the Maura Murray case. In this final episode, we examine more evidence and theories surrounding her disappearance. 

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Maura Murray Part One

October 13, 2025 • 109 mins
In February 2004, 21-year-old nursing student Maura Murray vanished after a car crash on a rural New Hampshire road—and nearly two decades later, her case remains one of the most haunting and debated mysteries in true crime. In Part One, we dive into Maura’s background, the days leading up to her disappearance, and the puzzling events of February 9th. 


Intro music by Joe Buck Yourself
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The Haunting in Connecticut

October 9, 2025 • 60 mins
This week on Mountain Murders, we’re diving into one of the most chilling and controversial haunting cases in American history — A Haunting in Connecticut. The 2009 horror film was inspired by the real-life experiences of the Snedeker family, who moved into a former funeral home in Southington, Connecticut, in the 1980s. Soon after settling in, they claimed to encounter terrifying paranormal activity — from ghostly apparitions to v...
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Paul John Knowles

October 6, 2025 • 131 mins
🔪 This week on Mountain Murders: We’re diving into the chilling case of Paul John Knowles, the so-called “Casanova Killer.” Charming, cunning, and cold-blooded—Knowles left a trail of victims across the country in the 1970s. Was he a smooth-talking drifter or a true criminal mastermind? Tune in as we unravel the twisted story behind one of America’s most dangerous charmers.


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Jennifer's Body & The Elyse Pahler Case

October 3, 2025 • 77 mins
When Jennifer’s Body hit theaters in 2009, critics dismissed it as a quirky teen horror comedy. Years later, the film has gained cult status—not only for its feminist themes, but also for its chilling connection to real life. The story of a popular high school girl who becomes the victim of a satanic sacrifice echoes the tragic 1995 murder of 15-year-old Elyse Pahler in Arroyo Grande, California. Elyse was lured from her home by th...
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Shannon Melendi

September 29, 2025 • 103 mins




In 1994, 19-year-old Emory University sophomore Shannon Melendi vanished after working as a scorekeeper at a softball game in Atlanta, Georgia. Her sudden disappearance baffled investigators and terrified the community. For years, Shannon’s family lived with unanswered questions until a chilling truth was uncovered. In this episode, we trace the haunting case of Shannon Melendi—from the day she went missing, through the long invest...
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Drunk in a Dumpster

September 25, 2025 • 65 mins
Mountain Murders brings you a weekly recrap of crime news! Moonshine bandits, Karen Reed, D4vd & Celeste Rivas, fart spray and more. 

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Brandy Stevens Rosine

September 22, 2025 • 105 mins
Brandy Stevens Rosine was a student at Youngstown State University in 2012. She went to meet up with a former girlfriend in Pennsylvania. She never returned. What began as a hopeful young woman navigating love and friendship ended in a shocking act of betrayal. Join us as we explore Brandy's story, the events leading up to her death, and the disturbing details of a crime that left her family searching for answers. 

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Kendrick Johnson Part Two

September 20, 2025 • 99 mins
Mountain Murders delivers the conclusion of the Kendrick Johnson case. We will discuss evidence, lawsuits, and where the mysterious case stands in 2025. 

Intro music by Joe Buck Yourself
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Kendrick Johnson Part One

September 15, 2025 • 75 mins
In January 2013, 17-year-old Kendrick Johnson was found dead inside a rolled-up gym mat at Lowndes High School in Valdosta, Georgia. Officials quickly ruled his death an accident, but Kendrick's family believes otherwise. Join us for part one of the Kendrick Johnson case, which remains mysterious and controversial. 

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Haunted Maine & New Hampshire

September 13, 2025 • 47 mins
Carving our way into spooky season with some haunted tales! Mountain Murders discusses the most haunted places in Maine and New Hampshire. Working our way down the East Coast, we'll bring more hauntings as Halloween approaches. 

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Janky Knob

September 12, 2025 • 68 mins
Your weekly true crime recrap. 

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Faith Hedgepeth

September 8, 2025 • 65 mins
In September 2012, 19- year old Faith Hedgepeth- a bright, driven UNC Chapel Hill student- was found brutally murdered in her off-campus apartment. For nearly a decade, the case baffled investigators, haunted her family, and shook the college town. Then in 2021, a long awaited arrest brought new answers-but also new questions. Who killed Faith? And why? Mountain Murders revisits the crime, theories, and twists in one of North Carol...
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Mountain Murders Movie Club: Unknown Number The High School Catfish

September 7, 2025 • 57 mins
Spoiler ALERT!!! 

Mountain Murders Movie Club dives into the dark, digital hallways of Unknown Caller: The High School Catfish. This thrilling documentary unravels lies, twists, and shocking admissions. 

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Campus Stalkers: The Murders of Opal Sturgell, Jessica Faulkner, and Christen Naujoks

September 2, 2025 • 81 mins
Mountain Murders embarks on a month of Back to School-themed cases. This week, we offer three tales of wonderful young women who were taken too soon by campus stalkers. Opal Sturgell, a Berea student, was concerned about an ex-boyfriend who wouldn't leave her alone. At UNC-Wilmington, two female students were murdered in less than a month by their stalkers. 

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Walk Hard and Carry an Ugly Stick

August 31, 2025 • 43 mins
"Walk tall and carry an ugly stick" or whatever Dylan attributed to Bufford Pusser but it's actually wrong and Roosevelt said it.

Mountain Murders celebrates Labor Day weekend with crime news. Updates on Bufford Pusser, Emmanuel Haro, and Roblox -

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Been Caught Stealin'

August 25, 2025 • 50 mins
A recap of crime news! Emmanuel Haro case, a meat bandit, subway creeper and more.

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Renee Poole

August 25, 2025 • 115 mins
A romantic stroll on Myrtle Beach in 1998 turned deadly when 24-year-old Brent Poole was shot twice in the head. His wife, Renee Poole, survived and flagged down help. Authorities uncovered a shocking motive. Mountain Murders brings you a case filled with sex, lies, and murder. 


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