Crime Connoisseurs
Covering all things true crime! From the world's most infamous serial killers to those you've never even heard of, unsolved mysteries and so much more. Advocating for victims and giving a voice to the voiceless!
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The shadows of Skidmore, Missouri run deeper than most people realize. Following the infamous vigilante killing of town bully Ken Rex McElroy, a disturbing pattern emerged as three devastating tragedies struck the same family in this tiny rural community between 2000 and 2004.
We begin with Wendy Gillenwater, a young woman trapped in the cycle of domestic viol...
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Step into the chilling world of Skidmore, Missouri, where one man’s unyielding reign of terror ends in a shocking act of vigilante justice. The story of Ken Rex McElroy reveals the profound fear he instilled in the community, the countless allegations of violence he evaded, and the dramatic circumstances that led to his murder in broad daylight.
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Sharon Thor's tragic disappearance and murder in 1982 still resonate in her community decades later. Exploration of her life, the subsequent search efforts, and an enduring commitment to justice highlight the resilience of those seeking answers.
• Sharon's upbringing and passion for dance
• The timeline of Sharon's disappearance
• Init...
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What happens when a meticulously planned heist unravels due to fractured trust and relentless investigation? Uncover the thrilling final chapter of the Great Brinks Robbery, where elaborate schemes and duplicity ultimately led to one of the most dramatic turns in criminal history. We'll walk you through how Joseph O'Keefe, cornered by legal troubles and assas...
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Could one of Australia's oldest cold cases finally be cracked with modern technology? Join us on an eerie journey back to 1965 as we uncover the chilling details of the Wanda Beach Murders, a case that has haunted a community for almost six decades. We revisit the tragic day when teenage friends Mary Ann Schmidt and Christine Sherrick disappeared during a beach ou...
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What could possibly drive a young man to commit an unimaginable act against his own family? On our one-year anniversary episode of Crime Connoisseurs, we unravel the perplexing case of the Jackson family murders in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. We start with the chilling 911 call from Alexander Jackson, who claimed an intruder had broken into their Oakleaf Court Northeast home a...
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What if we could shift the focus from the infamous O.J. Simpson to the real heart of the case—Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman? Join me as we paint a vivid portrait of who Nicole and Ron were in life before they became victims of a national tragedy. You'll meet Nicole, whose charisma and charm captivated O.J., and Ron, an aspiring young man whose friendship wi...
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Embark on an immersive investigation into the dark descent of ex-NFL phenomenon Aaron Hernandez, whose life spiraled into a harrowing saga of murder, trials, and personal demons. In a narrative that's as gripping as any game Hernandez ever played, we piece together the chilling events leading to Odin Lloyd's death, unraveling the potent mix of fame, psycholog...
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Discover the haunting tale of Aaron Hernandez, a man whose life epitomized a fall from grace as extreme as they come. I'm your host, Grace D., and this week we're untangling the sinister web of a former NFL star turned convicted murderer. We begin by tracing Hernandez's steps back to a childhood overshadowed by abuse and the tragic loss of his father, a ...
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Could you find yourself ensnared in a web of lies so tangled that murder seemed like the only escape? That's the harrowing question at the heart of today's episode, where we go through the emotionally charged final chapter of Gypsy Rose Blanchard's story. We unravel the complexities of the courtroom drama that followed her mother Dee Dee's murder, s...
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Our journey starts with a chilling roundup of true crime news, then plunges into the depths of Gypsy's life, marked by her mother's chilling deceit. Discover how an online romance with Nicholas Godejohn spirals into a deadly plot, and feel the tension build as their ill-fated plan to be together unfolds into a series of tragic events that culminate with a mur...
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Every family has its secrets, but the Blanchard household hid a reality so macabre it could chill even the most seasoned crime buffs to the bone. Welcome to another riveting session where we peel away the perfectly crafted facade of Dee Dee Blanchard to expose the gut-wrenching saga of her daughter, Gypsy Rose. Together, we'll traverse through a narrative that&apo...
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Prepare to be unsettled as we unravel the final chapters of Gwen Shamblin's legacy and the Remnant Fellowship Church. The heartache begins with the tragic demise of young Joseph Smith, the tremors of which expose a disturbing connection between Shamblin's ideologies and the extreme discipline his parents practiced. Experience a profound sense of urgency as we...
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Imagine the shock and dismay when the very methods meant to guide and protect lead to tragedy. Our latest episode takes you through the heart-wrenching journey of Gwen Shamblin's Remnant Fellowship Church, where the lines between faith, discipline, and law blur with devastating consequences. We carefully unravel the story of young Joseph, whose life ended too soon...
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Embark on a gripping exploration as we uncover the story of Gwen Shamblin, who charted a path from weight loss guru to creating a controversial spiritual movement. Crime Connoisseurs peels back the layers of Gwen's life, tracing her roots in the Church of Christ to the birth of the Weigh Down Workshop, her faith-infused diet program that soared to global recogniti...
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Have you ever wondered what drives a person to commit gruesome crimes? This week, we’re pulling back the curtain on the chilling case of the Hitchhiker Slayers, a series of unsolved murders that rocked California in the late 70s. We’re tracing the paths of three innocent victims - Jackie Rook, Mary Ann Saris, and Patty Leany - university students who vanished under the...
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Who was Jennifer Servo? What dreams did she hold, and what secrets lay behind her innocent eyes? Join us as we unravel the captivating yet tragic journey of this young, aspiring news anchor whose life was brutally cut short in 2002. From her humble beginnings in Montana, her audacious pursuit of a national TV news anchor position, to her final steps in her new apartmen...
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Looking for a chilling mystery that's yet to be solved? Join us on Crime Connoisseurs as we tell the bone-chilling tales of two unsolved murders. First, we shed light on the brutal Thanksgiving murder of Kristen Wilson that, 27 years later, remains unresolved. We dissect the scant evidence, probe into the lack of suspects, and discuss intriguing theories surroundi...
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Imagine the sense of betrayal when the very institution you trust to keep you safe fails at doing so, leading to the most disastrous outcome. This is the heartbreaking reality we face as we uncover the tragic story of Lauren McCluskey. As we peel back the layers of this sorrowful tale, we confront the harsh issues of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and suicide. We exp...
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