Mysteries and Mimosas

Mysteries and Mimosas

Welcome to Mysteries and Mimosas, the True Crime Podcast, where Max Sterling, a seasoned detective with over two decades of law enforcement experience, and his wife, Aria Sterling, a specialist in Restorative Justice and Victim Services, guide you through a riveting journey. Pour yourself a mimosa and join Max and Aria as they delve into chilling homicide investigations, enigmatic missing person cases, and the perplexing world of unsolved cold cases. Uncover the truth with Max and Aria's distinctive blend of expertise and compassion in every episode!!

Episodes

August 26, 2024 28 mins

In this episode of Mysteries and Mimosas, we unravel the heart-wrenching disappearance of 11-year-old Jennifer Martin, who vanished on June 28, 1987, while walking to a nearby 7-Eleven in Reno, Nevada. Despite extensive searches and numerous leads—including a troubling connection to a convicted sex offender—Jennifer's case remains unsolved. We delve into the details of her last known moments, the impact on her family, and the ongoi...

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In this episode of Mysteries and Mimosas, we delve into a chilling case that unfolded in the early hours of December 3, 1982, in Jackson County, Mississippi. Witnesses reported seeing a distressed woman in a blue plaid shirt and jeans carrying a toddler along Highway 63, later spotted walking on Interstate 10. Two days later, a truck driver discovered the woman’s body floating face down in the Pascagoula River—though, intriguingly,...

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August 19, 2024 12 mins

On October 2, 1988, 11-year-old Thomas Picard went missing in Fall River, MA, Despite searches and clues, his body was -found on January 7, 1989, in Cook Pond, with an autopsy revealing he had been murdered, Decades later, the case remains unsolved, but Thomas' case has been reopened, and the Bristol County District Attorney's Office has renewed hope with advanced DNA technology and genetic genealogy. 🧬🕵🏽‍♂️

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August 15, 2024 30 mins

In this episode, we delve into the chilling case of the Short family murders. On a seemingly ordinary August day in 2002, the quiet community of Basset, Virginia was shattered by the brutal killings of Michael and Mary Short. Their nine-year-old daughter, Jennifer, vanished without a trace. Join us as we take you on a journey through the lives of the Short family, the chilling crime scene, and the desperate search for justice.

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August 12, 2024 12 mins

In this Mystery Monday episode, we dive into the mysterious case of 8-year-old Ameera Deadrick, who disappeared from Houston, Texas, in 2016. Ameera’s mother, Tiara McWilliams, has been living in a nightmare, desperately seeking answers about her missing daughter.

Join us as we explore the events leading up to Ameera's disappearance, including her time spent with her father, Anthony Deadrick, and the puzzling claims about a woman na...

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July 29, 2024 13 mins

In this episode, we examine the tragic case of 19-year-old Tyler Marie Thomas, who vanished on December 2, 2010, after leaving a party at Peru State College. Despite being close to her dorm, Ty disappeared into the freezing night after sending a distressing text to friends. We cover the unsettling aftermath, including Joshua Keadle’s changing stories, and his eventual conviction for her murder. Though Keadle was found guilty and a...

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July 25, 2024 28 mins

Join us as we explore the tragic abduction and murder of Denise Amber Lee in Englewood, Florida. Despite a brave 911 call from her captor's phone, critical errors by dispatchers delayed help. Discover how Denise's husband Nathan turned grief into advocacy, pushing for nationwide improvements in emergency response. Through the Denise Amber Lee Foundation, Denise's legacy persists, ensuring better training for 911 operators to preven...

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July 22, 2024 22 mins

In this episode, we explore the chilling and unresolved murder of Norris Evans, also known as Snookie, a young mother of four from Rochester's Nineteenth Ward. Norris was tragically found in her home at 5 Kron Street with her throat slit and evidence of a brutal attack. The circumstances surrounding her death are shrouded in mystery, including an anonymous call reporting family trouble just before her husband discovered her body. J...

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July 18, 2024 28 mins

In this episode, we delve into a haunting mystery from 1994 in Indiana. It began with a disturbing photograph found at a car wash in Merrillville, depicting a bound and gagged woman. Despite efforts, her identity and fate remain unknown. Months later, in a nearby river, children fishing made a grisly discovery: a skeletal foot inside a Nike shoe. This led to the uncovering of severely decomposed remains, eventually identified as 19...

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July 15, 2024 13 mins

On March 3rd, 2017, 36-year-old Tanya Begay was last seen with her boyfriend, Jason Thornburg. In 2021 Jason admitted to killing Tanya after he was arrested for the murder of three people in Fort Worth, Texas. Tanya has never been found. Tanya is described as a Native American female, 5’5” tall, 135 lbs with brown hair and brown eyes. She has a rose tattoo on each breast, a feather tattoo on her left foot, and a music note tatt...

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July 11, 2024 54 mins

On August 11th, 2021, 48 year-old Shannon Collins from Pottsville Arkansas arrived home from work to his wife, his son, and his step-daughter. The next day, Shannon’s family claims he simply walked away from home, never to be seen or heard from again. Eighth months later, Shannon is reported missing by his brother after receiving multiple conflicting stories and uncovering a web of deceit from Shannon’s family. If you have any i...

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July 3, 2024 37 mins

On August 11th, 2021, 48 year-old Shannon Collins from Pottsville Arkansas arrived home from work to his wife, his son, and his step-daughter. The next day, Shannon’s family claims he simply walked away from home, never to be seen or heard from again. Eighth months later, Shannon is reported missing by his brother after receiving multiple conflicting stories and uncovering a web of deceit from Shannon’s family. If you have any i...

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July 1, 2024 12 mins

On June 8th, 1998, Marcus Rutledge disappeared from his residence in Nashville, TN. Detectives believe foul play is a factor in Marcus’ disappearance, but little to no development has been made since his disappearance.

At the time of his disappearance, Marcus was 23 years old and described as 6’ tall, 190 lbs. He has black hair and brown eyes. Marcus would be 49 years old today. If you have any information about the disappearanc...

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June 27, 2024 42 mins

On July 25, 2015, 21 year old college student, Lauren Taylor Agee, left her home to attend an annual wakeboarding event at Center Hill Lake in Tennessee. What should have been a fun and care-free weekend with friends, ended in Lauren’s death. The subsequent investigation revealed little information into the details surrounding Lauren’s death and has left her family with many unanswered questions to this day.

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June 24, 2024 13 mins

On September 23rd, 2022, 31 year-old Noe Navar was last seen by his family in California. Noe’s 2018 Silver Nissan Maxima was found that same day on Rouse Hill Truck Trail in the San Jacinto Mountains. The car was found burned, but Noe was nowhere to be found.

Noe is described as 5’05'' tall, 165 lbs, bald with brown eyes. Noe has a tattoo of roman numerals on his left and right hands, and a tattoo of an Aztec symbol near his rig...

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June 20, 2024 28 mins

Listen to this SOLVED 1990 murder case of Marlene Warren. On May 26th, of 1990, Marlene Warren was at her Wellington Florida Home when she was shot and killed by someone dressed as a clown. 27 years later, detectives made an arrest, bringing justice to Marlene and her family. Join Max and Aria as they uncover this chilling case!

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June 17, 2024 20 mins

On March 4th, 2024, 21 year-old, A&M University student Caleb Harris disappeared from his off-campus Corpus Christi apartment. Caleb was last seen on a nearby Ring doorbell camera before his disappearance.

Caleb is described as a white male with brown hair and brown eyes. He is 5’11'' tall and weighs about 180lbs. If you have any information about the disappearance of Caleb Harris, please call the Corpus Christi Police Depart...

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June 13, 2024 68 mins

On November 16th, 2023, Courtney Townsend took her mother’s car, without permission from St. George, Utah. Three days later, on November 19th, Courtney’s mother’s car was found, approximately two hours away in a remote area in Duck Creek, Utah. The car was found burned and high-centered on rocks, but Courtney was nowhere to be found. On May 28th, 2024, partial skeletal remains were located just over a half a mile from the car, w...

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On August 1st, 2022, Blake Deven was last seen at a Walmart retail store, in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Blake was not reported missing until January 19th, of 2024. During the course of the investigation, investigators learned Blake’s adopted sister, London Deven, was also missing. London Deven was last seen in Fayetteville, on June 6th, 2019, though London’s last known location has not been publicly released.

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June 6, 2024 31 mins

On February 1st, 1985, 20 year-old April Grisanti was last seen at Anthony’s Bar on Main Street in Norwalk, Connecticut. April was involved in an earlier disturbance with her ex-boyfriend, James Aaron. At approximately 12:15 a.m., while leaving the bar, April was forced into James’ car, as he drove north on Main Street. April was never heard from or seen again.

If you have any information about the disappearance of April Grianti,...

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