Method & Madness
Seeking truth in true crime? Whether it’s challenging what you think you know about a case, pushing for answers on an unsolved murder, or highlighting injustice, you'll find it here with your host, Dawn. Method and Madness will take you on a journey of immersive storytelling, insight, and advocacy as we dive into mostly lesser-known cases. You'll hear from survivors, family members, investigators, and more. REACH OUT: methodandmadnesspod@gmail.com CONNECT: https://www.instagram.com/methodandmadnesspod/ https://twitter.com/MethodPod DIVE INTO MORE: MethodandMadnessPodcast.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/method-madness--6241524/support.
Episodes
October 6, 2025 • 28 mins
In the late summer of 1968, 22-year-old Joan Freeman reported for an overtime shift at Hoffman-LaRoche, a sprawling pharmaceutical complex on the border of Clifton and Nutley, New Jersey. What should have been an ordinary Saturday at work became a nightmare: Joan would not leave the building alive.
From the strange theories surrounding industrial theft and espionage to potential connections with other New Jersey cold cases, we exami...
From the strange theories surrounding industrial theft and espionage to potential connections with other New Jersey cold cases, we exami...
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September 16, 2025 • 61 mins
Surjit Athwal was 16 years old when she was forced to marry a man 10 years her senior. It was outside of London, England but life for the young wife was isolating, tense and abusive. As Surjit tried to gain her independence and flee her strict Sikh household, the control over her became worse and worse; until a deadly plan was established followed by one chilling statement, “We have to get rid of her.
”Read Sarbjit Kaur Athwal’s Boo...
”Read Sarbjit Kaur Athwal’s Boo...
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August 25, 2025 • 38 mins
On October 21, 2021, cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was killed on the set of the film Rust, a tragedy that shook Hollywood and the world.
In this episode, we explore how a series of missteps, overlooked safety protocols, and human error led to her death. We delve into the history of on-set accidents, the role of unions and armorers, and the legal battles that followed - including the trials of Hannah Gutierrez-Reed and Alec Baldwin...
In this episode, we explore how a series of missteps, overlooked safety protocols, and human error led to her death. We delve into the history of on-set accidents, the role of unions and armorers, and the legal battles that followed - including the trials of Hannah Gutierrez-Reed and Alec Baldwin...
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August 4, 2025 • 47 mins
This week’s episode of Method & Madness is being released alongside a new installment of Mean Girl Murders titled “Tears of a Clown” on Investigation Discovery and HBO Max, where I was honored to contribute to the retelling of Adrianne Reynolds’ story, especially knowing her family was involved. The TV episode was released on Monday 8/4/25 at 9pm EST and can be streamed anytime.
In January 2005, 16-year-old Adrianne Reynolds was...
In January 2005, 16-year-old Adrianne Reynolds was...
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June 30, 2025 • 29 mins
As Pride Month comes to a close, we honor two lives taken too soon; one an openly gay man, the other a fierce ally.
This week’s episode tells the story of Jeremy Waggoner, a gentle soul and hairstylist murdered in Detroit in 2008. And Lauri Carleton, a California shop owner shot in front of her store in 2023 for flying a Pride flag.
One case is unsolved. The other, shockingly recent. Both are reminders of how deadly hate can be, and ...
This week’s episode tells the story of Jeremy Waggoner, a gentle soul and hairstylist murdered in Detroit in 2008. And Lauri Carleton, a California shop owner shot in front of her store in 2023 for flying a Pride flag.
One case is unsolved. The other, shockingly recent. Both are reminders of how deadly hate can be, and ...
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June 6, 2025 • 6 mins
A note from Dawn regarding 2 big updates to cases covered recently on Method & Madness.
Listen to the original episodes here:
Samantha Humphrey
John Umberger
Thank you for listening.
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Listen to the original episodes here:
Samantha Humphrey
John Umberger
Thank you for listening.
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/method-madness--6241524/support.
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June 5, 2025 • 21 mins
On Thanksgiving weekend in 2006, 24-year-old Priscilla Pimentel, affectionately known as “Peaches” by her family, never showed up for dinner. Days later, her siblings made a devastating discovery inside her Queens apartment.
Priscilla was kind, funny, full of life, and part of a close-knit Puerto Rican family. She was also a queer woman living independently in New York City, chasing her dreams and always staying connected to her roo...
Priscilla was kind, funny, full of life, and part of a close-knit Puerto Rican family. She was also a queer woman living independently in New York City, chasing her dreams and always staying connected to her roo...
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May 21, 2025 • 53 mins
This is a replay of Enrique's story. It's been almost 5 years since the remains of Enrique Roman-Martinez washed ashore in North Carolina. Someone knows something.
In May 2020, Fort Bragg Paratrooper SPC Enrique Roman-Martinez was reported missing at Cape Lookout on North Carolina’s Outer Banks. Days later, his decapitated head washed onto shore. Many questions about the circumstances surrounding Enrique’s murder have gone unanswere...
In May 2020, Fort Bragg Paratrooper SPC Enrique Roman-Martinez was reported missing at Cape Lookout on North Carolina’s Outer Banks. Days later, his decapitated head washed onto shore. Many questions about the circumstances surrounding Enrique’s murder have gone unanswere...
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May 9, 2025 • 34 mins
An investigator, determined to identify a Jane Doe. A young woman, determined to meet her birth mother. Their paths would cross in 2006, and a murder investigation would begin.
In October 1978, 23-year-old Wilma June Nissen was found discarded on the side of a road in rural Iowa. For nearly 3 decades, she was known only as Jane Doe. This week on Method & Madness, we sit down with Wilma’s daughter, Krissi, who has found purpose ...
In October 1978, 23-year-old Wilma June Nissen was found discarded on the side of a road in rural Iowa. For nearly 3 decades, she was known only as Jane Doe. This week on Method & Madness, we sit down with Wilma’s daughter, Krissi, who has found purpose ...
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April 29, 2025 • 62 mins
On April 9, 1987, 9-month-old Jacob Landin was critically injured in his New Mexico home. He later died from blunt force trauma to the head. Despite the tragedy, Jacob’s case received no media attention at the time. Now, thanks to the tireless efforts of his mother, Brenda, and brother, Eric Carter-Landin, Jacob’s case has been reopened — but the fight for justice is far from over.
Join Dawn and special guest Eric Carter-Landin as t...
Join Dawn and special guest Eric Carter-Landin as t...
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April 26, 2025 • 21 mins
14-year-old Enci “Aubrey” Wu vanished in January 2025, leaving a Pennsylvania community desperate for answers. Three months later, she was found — safe — hundreds of miles from home. This episode unpacks her disappearance, the digital movement that followed, and the legal questions still unfolding. A rare case with a hopeful ending — and a hard look at the power and pitfalls of social media.
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April 8, 2025 • 44 mins
Samantha Humphrey was a brilliant, funny, and empathetic child taken far too soon. Who would want to harm her?
It was the day after Thanksgiving, 2022, when 14-year-old Samantha went missing in Schenectady, NY. For 3 months, New York State Police worked with various search & rescue organizations to look for the child in and around the last area she was seen - Riverside Park & The Mohawk River.
Meanwhile, a heartbroken fami...
It was the day after Thanksgiving, 2022, when 14-year-old Samantha went missing in Schenectady, NY. For 3 months, New York State Police worked with various search & rescue organizations to look for the child in and around the last area she was seen - Riverside Park & The Mohawk River.
Meanwhile, a heartbroken fami...
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April 1, 2025 • 28 mins
33-year-old Jared McColloch has been missing since 11/5/23.
On November 4th, 2023, Jared drove over 500 miles north from his home in Louisiana. He arrived in Salem, Illinois, at 1:38 AM the next day and stopped for gas at a local convenience store. According to Jared's ex-girlfriend, the two were supposed to meet up and then visit their teenage son later that day. The following day, a local citizen called the police to report an ab...
On November 4th, 2023, Jared drove over 500 miles north from his home in Louisiana. He arrived in Salem, Illinois, at 1:38 AM the next day and stopped for gas at a local convenience store. According to Jared's ex-girlfriend, the two were supposed to meet up and then visit their teenage son later that day. The following day, a local citizen called the police to report an ab...
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March 24, 2025 • 20 mins
April 15th, 2025 Update: Enci ‘Aubrey’ Wu has been found safe! More details to come.
Enci Wu, who goes by Aubrey, is a 14-year-old girl who went missing in January 2025 from her Palmer Township, PA home. Her family is desperately trying to find her.
Authorities have classified her as a runaway, but her parents do not believe she left willingly. They fear that she may be the victim of human trafficking.
We’re calling on YOU for help.
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Enci Wu, who goes by Aubrey, is a 14-year-old girl who went missing in January 2025 from her Palmer Township, PA home. Her family is desperately trying to find her.
Authorities have classified her as a runaway, but her parents do not believe she left willingly. They fear that she may be the victim of human trafficking.
We’re calling on YOU for help.
C...
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March 10, 2025 • 35 mins
Months went by and a 14-year-old's disappearance got little media attention. 23 years later, one woman is ensuring this story isn't forgotten.
High School freshman Danielle Bell went to a party on the evening of September 28th, 2001 in Cantonment, Florida. It was the last time the 14-year-old was ever seen.
Her loved ones describe her as “a stranger to nobody”. When she didn’t return home that fall evening, her heartbroken family ...
High School freshman Danielle Bell went to a party on the evening of September 28th, 2001 in Cantonment, Florida. It was the last time the 14-year-old was ever seen.
Her loved ones describe her as “a stranger to nobody”. When she didn’t return home that fall evening, her heartbroken family ...
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February 24, 2025 • 35 mins
A day meant to honor and celebrate mothers became a moment of cruelty for a childless woman.
On October 16, 2016 police in Bella Vista were called to a bloody scene outside a residence. Piecing together what had happened that night was looking simple enough; multiple witnesses, one man dead, a suspect in custody- case solved, right? Not quite.
This is the unbelievable true story of “Higui” Eva Analía De Jesús, and how adversity, hate...
On October 16, 2016 police in Bella Vista were called to a bloody scene outside a residence. Piecing together what had happened that night was looking simple enough; multiple witnesses, one man dead, a suspect in custody- case solved, right? Not quite.
This is the unbelievable true story of “Higui” Eva Analía De Jesús, and how adversity, hate...
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November 22, 2024 • 28 mins
Two cases are discussed today, both involving sensitive topics about child sexual abuse. Please listen with care.
His message to her read “I made a vow to you that in sickness and in health I would always be with you.”
It’s not a romantic notion sent from one loving spouse to another, but rather - a real-life message sent from an adult male to a child.
A Roblox developer known as “Doc” and a group of online predators known as “The Bo...
His message to her read “I made a vow to you that in sickness and in health I would always be with you.”
It’s not a romantic notion sent from one loving spouse to another, but rather - a real-life message sent from an adult male to a child.
A Roblox developer known as “Doc” and a group of online predators known as “The Bo...
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November 8, 2024 • 30 mins
4-year-old Dorothy Good was taken into custody by the Marshalls’ deputy on March 24th,1692. She was questioned in court briefly and sent to jail. She spent her “sentence” in a dark, grim dungeon after being convicted of witchcraft.
This is her story.
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Method & Madness is researched, written, hosted, & produced by Dawn Cate
Music by Tymur Khakimov from Pixabay
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This is her story.
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Method & Madness is researched, written, hosted, & produced by Dawn Cate
Music by Tymur Khakimov from Pixabay
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October 22, 2024 • 54 mins
Buckle up for an in-depth conversation with Othram’s Dr. Kristen Mittelman. We delve into the fascinating world of genetic genealogy and how it’s revolutionizing the way we solve cold cases. Dr. Mittelman shares insights on the science behind DNA analysis, how Othram is building the infrastructure and metrics for all labs to use this technology, the challenges faced in cold case investigations, and some remarkable success stories ...
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October 8, 2024 • 43 mins
It wasn’t like 21-year-old Romona Moore to run off. Nobody knew that better than her mom, Ellie Carmichael.
In April of 2003, Romona left the Brooklyn home she shared with her mother and said she was heading to Burger King to grab dinner. She never returned.
It took days of pleading for Ellie to get the NYPD to take Romona’s disappearance seriously. By the time detectives began looking, it was too late. Romona had endured days of to...
In April of 2003, Romona left the Brooklyn home she shared with her mother and said she was heading to Burger King to grab dinner. She never returned.
It took days of pleading for Ellie to get the NYPD to take Romona’s disappearance seriously. By the time detectives began looking, it was too late. Romona had endured days of to...
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