Murder Tapes

Murder Tapes

Hi everyone, thank you so much for checking out the podcast! My name is Annaleesah, I'm a forensics student at The University of Texas at Austin. I'll be covering all types of true crime cases and providing you with court documents, confessions, testimonies, and all the other good stuff! Feel free to follow our instagram @MurderTapesPodcast, @Annaleesah

Episodes

April 18, 2025 22 mins

For Thomas and Jackie Hawks, it was their dream. A peaceful retirement spent sailing the Pacific on their beloved yacht, the "Well Deserved." But in 2004, that dream turned into a nightmare. When the couple vanished off the coast of California without a trace, investigators were left with only questions... and a boat that had changed hands under suspicious circumstances.


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When the Liske family is found murdered in the home the family would point to one of the sons with a long history of violence. Join me as I dive into all the evidence.


Instagram: @MurderTapesPodcast, @Annaleesah

Case Information: 

https://www.portclintonnewsherald.com/story/news/local/2015/04/07/man-killed-family-found-dead-prison-cell/25420415/

https://www.toledoblade.com/local/courts/2011/09/15/Liske-gets-life-for-deat...

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When a woman gets into an argument with her boyfriend, she grabs the most unexpected item, a stiletto heel. Listen in as we discuss the Ana Trujillo case. A case that captivated the nation and sparked debates about self-defense, domestic violence, and the complexities of love gone wrong.

Instagram: @MurderTapesPodcast, @Annaleesah 

Case Information:

https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/tx-court-of-appeals/1709232.html

https://murderpedi...

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In this episode, we dive into the disturbing details of Vicki Robinsons murder, exploring the chilling evidence, the twisted relationship between Valessa and Adam and the shocking moments that followed—when the three teenagers fled the scene, leaving a trail of chaos behind them. How could a mother’s life end at the hands of her own child?


Instagram: @MurderTapesPodcast, @Annaleesah 

Case Information:

https://supremecourt.flcourts...

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When Joanne Nelson's family couldn't get ahold of her after Valentine's Day they grew worried. Her current boyfriend claimed he hadn't heard from her but the truth would soon be revealed. Listen in as we discuss this case.


Instagram: @MurderTapesPodcast, @Annaleesah     

Case Information:

https://mail.murderpedia.org/male.D/d/dyson-paul.htm

https://www.theguardian.com/uk/2005/nov/08/ukcrime.martinwainwright

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Listen in as I discuss the Jason Eric Massey Case. This episode also contains our very first guest/interview with one of Christina's friends. A special thank you to Heather!


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Information:

https://murderpedia.org/male.M/m1/massey-jason.htm

Forensic Files Episode:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-r6tEFDBRNU

Confession:

https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/87799...

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November 23, 2024 20 mins

When 22-year-old Laken Hope Riley didn't answer her family and friends' calls or messages, they began to worry. She had been out for her regular morning run in broad daylight, but she never returned. Tune in as we explore the details of this unsettling case.


Instagram: @MurderTapesPodcast, @Annaleesah


Donate to Laken Hope Riley’s Family:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/laken-riley-memorial


Jason Riley’s Statement:

https://www.forbes....

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October 11, 2024 32 mins

The Andrea Yates case is one of the most notorious and tragic criminal cases in American history. In June 2001, Yates, a mother of five from Texas, drowned her children in the family bathtub, leading to a national conversation about mental health, postpartum depression, and the legal system's handling of such issues.


Struggling with severe mental illness, including schizophrenia and depression, her actions raised questions about t...

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When an innocent man is wrongfully convicted of murdering Felicia Anne Gayle Pikus he would spend his whole life fighting to prove his innocence. Listen in as we discuss his case and all evidence obtained.


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Newspaper Archive:

https://www.newspapers.com/article/st-louis-post-dispatch-1998-felicia-gay/26014664/

Court Document Describing the Scene:

https://fox2now.com/wp-c...

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September 20, 2024 28 mins

The Daryl Keith Holton case is a chilling chapter in American criminal history, centered around a man whose life spiraled into violence and tragedy. Daryl was convicted of a shocking crime: the brutal murder of his three children and stepchild. His actions shocked a community and raised difficult questions about mental health, parental responsibility, and the failures of social systems.


As details of the case emerged, it not o...

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Clifford Robert Olson, a name that evokes a chilling sense of dread, was a Canadian serial killer whose heinous crimes cast a long shadow over Canadian society in the early 1980s. Born on January 1, 1940, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Clifford embarked on a brutal spree that would ultimately claim the lives of eleven victims, including both children and teenagers.


His crimes were characterized by their extreme violence and ...

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Leonard Lake and Charles Ng were two notorious American criminals whose heinous crimes shocked the world. Active during the early 1980s, this duo was responsible for a series of kidnappings, tortures, and murders, leaving a dark mark on criminal history.


The investigation into their activities revealed a deeply disturbing pattern of violence and cruelty, making their case one of the most chilling examples of criminal partners...

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August 28, 2024 54 mins

On July 20, 2012, the vibrant city of Aurora, Colorado, was the scene of one of the most harrowing events in recent memory — a mass shooting at the Century Aurora 16 movie theater.


As the midnight premiere of The Dark Knight Rises unfolded, a night meant for entertainment and escape turned into a horrific nightmare.

In this episode, we’ll walk you through the chilling details of that night, the aftermath, and the ongoing ques...

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August 16, 2024 14 mins

In the heart of Iowa City, Steven Sueppel, a respected former executive of Hills Bank and Trust Company, was charged with embezzling over half a million dollars. But the legal charges were just the tip of a chilling iceberg. As the courtroom drama unfolded, Sueppel's dark secret came to light—a horrific crime that shocked the nation.

On February 20, 2008, Sueppel stood before the court, pleading not guilty to charges of embezzl...

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August 9, 2024 29 mins

Known for her shocking and brutal crimes, Katherine Mary Knight has become one of Australia's most infamous figures. In this episode, we’ll explore her troubled past, the heinous acts that shocked a nation, and the psychological factors that played a role in her descent into violence.

Get ready for a gripping journey as we piece together the dark and disturbing story of Katherine Mary Knight—a tale that is as complex as it is h...

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When a man murders his family in cold blood investigators would do their best to get a confession out of him. To their surprise it’d be easier than they thought and the details would make them question how a father and husband could commit such a heartless act. 


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News Articles: 

https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2004/nov/16/man-gets-four-life-terms-for-killing-family/

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It was a quiet morning in January 1992 when a hunter in Madison, Indiana stumbled upon a horrifying scene in a secluded field. What began as a routine hunt turned into a grim discovery that would shatter a family and a community. The body of a young girl, burned beyond recognition and left in a disturbing pose, was about to reveal a nightmarish tale. Shanda Sharer, a vibrant 12-year-old with a promising future, had been brutally mu...

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Explore the shocking story of Stephen Griffiths, known as the "Crossbow Cannibal." Join us as we uncover his disturbing crimes, the investigation that brought him to justice, and the impact on those involved. Through interviews and analysis, we unravel one of the most haunting murder cases in recent history. 


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Video: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaLK7qV6y54

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July 11, 2024 22 mins

In this episode we explore the haunting case of Daniel LaPlante. From a troubled upbringing to committing heinous acts that shook a community, LaPlante's story is one of profound tragedy.


Through expert analysis and firsthand accounts, including chilling insights into Daniel’s psychological profile, listeners gain a deep understanding of the lasting impact on victims' families and the legal complexities surrounding hi...

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July 5, 2024 24 mins

Join us as we delve into one of the most chilling and infamous cases in American criminal history — the Christa Gail Pike case. In 1995, Christa Pike, then a 18-year-old student at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, shocked the nation when she became the youngest woman to be sentenced to death in the United States.


In this episode, we unravel the disturbing details of Christa's crime: the brutal murder of her fellow ...

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