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September 11, 2025 47 mins

In this episode, the hosts reflect on the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, sharing personal stories and the impact it had on their lives. They discuss the mysterious case of Michelle Vanek, a woman who vanished during a hike and was recently found after nearly 20 years. The conversation shifts to shocking child neglect cases, including a six-year-old girl found locked away for years. They also cover a disturbing domestic abuse case leading to a long prison sentence, recent murder cases, and the ongoing issues of drug trafficking and cartel violence. The episode concludes with a light-hearted note on bizarre criminal cases and the nature of crime in society.

Chapters

00:00 Remembering 9/11: A Personal Reflection

04:39 The Mysterious Case of Michelle Vanek

12:53 Shocking Child Neglect Cases

19:08 The Horrors of Domestic Abuse

25:14 Murder and Justice: Recent Cases

30:48 The Dark Side of Drug Trafficking

36:31 Bizarre Criminal Cases and Their Consequences

9/11, true crime, Michelle Vanek, child neglect, domestic abuse, drug trafficking, murder cases, justice, crime stories, personal reflections

Executive Producer: Leah Marie

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