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PODCAST

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast

John Conner dives headfirst into some of the wildest, most unsettling true crime cases ever told in a brand-new weekly podcast where you help decide just how terrifying each story truly is. If you drift off to sleep with serial killer docs playing, lose hours deep-diving real-life mysteries, or constantly wonder what pushes a murderer over the edge, then Check the Locks is calling for your killer instincts. Tune in, weigh in, and help determine which cases are sinister enough to make you… check the

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19:44

True Crime for the Short on Time: Paityn, Evelyn, &...

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2025/09/25

In Washington State, a father picks up his daughters for visitation. When he fails to bring them home, their mother reports the girls missing. As a search begins, a mother's worst fears become reality. Now, it seems that the story may be coming to a close. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss an update to a developing story and the loss of three innocent children. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our

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23:02

Cyanide and Secrets

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2025/09/22

In 2013, a Doctor of Neurology, and rising star, collapsed suddenly in her Pittsburgh home. Days later, she was gone. As investigators searched for answers, they discovered her husband had purchased a deadly poison just before her death. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Dr. Autumn Klein. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling

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11:53

True Crime for the Short on Time: A Secret in the Closet

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2025/09/18

When a welfare check leads South Carolina deputies to a quiet Myrtle Beach home, they expect a routine visit. But what they find is anything but. A blood-covered woman answers the door—and inside, a horrifying trail leads officers to a locked closet... and a chilling discovery. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss a developing story. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to

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37:58

Left In The Woods PT. 2

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2025/09/11

For 26 years, Bob Siders fought for justice. Hoping to find his daughter's killer. Thanks to the work of dedicated investigators, Bob finally got the answers he was looking for. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss part 1 of the murder of Shannon Siders. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our websiteSubscribe and Review

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20:23

Left In The Woods

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2025/09/08

In the summer of 1989, an 18-year-old girl vanished after a night out with friends in Newaygo, Michigan. Three months later, a hunter made a chilling discovery deep in the Manistee National Forest—her brutally beaten body. For decades, her murder went cold, haunting the tight-knit community and leaving her family desperate for answers. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss part 1 of the murder of Shannon Siders. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow

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11:14

True Crime for the Short on Time: A Drive With The Wife

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2025/09/04

In September 2025, a traffic stop in southern Illinois uncovered a chilling scene—a man behind the wheel with his wife's lifeless body in the car. Investigators soon traced the crime back to the couple’s home. What led to this tragic betrayal? Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Amy Finney. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling

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10:00

True Crime for the Short on Time: The McStay Family

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2025/09/01

In 2010, an everyday family vanished from their Southern California home without a trace. Their SUV was found near the border, and many believed they had fled to Mexico. But years later, a shocking discovery in the Mojave Desert revealed the truth—the family had been brutally murdered. Who would want an entire family dead, and why? Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of the McStay family. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow

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18:43

True Crime for the Short on Time: Killer of 100 Boys

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2025/08/28

In the late 1990s, Lahore, Pakistan, was gripped by fear when a mysterious figure began preying on the most vulnerable—runaway and homeless boys. When police received a chilling letter of confession, the horrifying truth was revealed. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the "killer of 100 boys," Javed Iqbal. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail

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15:41

The Babysitter. The Monster.

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2025/08/25

When San Diego parents used a reputable childcare site, they thought their children were safe. Instead, the trusted babysitter and her boyfriend committed horrifying crimes against the most vulnerable kids. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the childcare predator, Brittney Lyon. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our websiteSubscribe and

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13:26

The Girl Who Never Came Home

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2025/08/18

On August 21st, 1996, an 11-year-old girl vanished from her quiet Moline, Illinois, neighborhood. Witnesses reported seeing her climb into a gray sedan with an unknown man—and she was never seen again. For decades, the case went cold, leaving her family desperate for answers. Now, nearly 29 years later, a shocking indictment has brought new hope for justice. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the disappearance of Trudy Appleby. Will this case be enough to make you check the

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10:37

True Crime for the Short on Time: Rocky Top's Killer Son

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2025/08/14

In April 2020, a 38-year-old woman was shot in her sleep. The shooter? Her 16-year-old son—angry over a confiscated phone.Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Sandy Willis. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30

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12:54

True Crime for the Short on Time: Major League Murder

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2025/08/11

In June 2021, a quiet Lake Tahoe family home became the scene of a calculated ambush. Two years later, the shocking truth emerged—a former MLB pitcher and a trusted family friend were behind the attack. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the attack on Gary and Wendy Sophr. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website

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14:04

True Crime for the Short on Time: Whispered Words

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2025/08/07

Just days before Christmas 1991, a 16-year-old girl was brutally attacked inside her home. Investigating the murder would lead to a case of teenage jealousy, stalking, and a cold-blooded plan for revenge. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Laurie Show. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe

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8:20

True Crime for the Short on Time: Plastic Graves

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2025/08/04

A missing couple. A submerged car. And a smell that no one could ignore.What started as a missing person's investigation turned into a nightmarish discovery. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss a developing story out of North Carolina. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks

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19:39

True Crime for the Short on Time: Murder in Amish...

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2025/07/31

A peaceful Amish morning is shattered when a 23-year-old expecting mother is found murdered in her Pennsylvania home. With few clues, many wonder who could commit such a devastating act of violence. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Rebekah Byler. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and

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25:11

Where's Savannah?

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2025/07/28

A night out in Kentucky ends in tragedy when a 22-year-old mother of four disappears after leaving a bar with three men. Six months later, her body is found buried behind a home—and the truth finally comes to light. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Savannah Spurlock. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit

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29:30

True Crime for the Short on Time: Go Big or Go Home

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/07/24

When a man's father makes a startling confession, he has no choice but to call the police. And inside a quiet Texas home, the truth lay wrapped in plastic—hidden for over a month. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Angela Byrd. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple

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17:27

True Crime for the Short on Time: A Karaoke Killing

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/07/17

A summer night in Buckeye Lake, Ohio, turns deadly when a man is shot while singing karaoke with his girlfriend. As stunned bar patrons scramble for answers, investigators uncover a tangled web of jealousy and revenge. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Benjamin Hawk. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit

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27:58

The Disappearance of Lori Ann Auker

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/07/14

When a 19-year-old single mother vanished from a mall parking lot in 1989, all that remained was her abandoned car—and several grainy photos from an ATM camera. No witnesses. No break-in. Just questions.But with help from NASA and a cat’s hair, investigators built a chilling case against someone with a supposed alibi. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the disappearance of Lori Ann Auker. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow

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15:46

True Crime for the Short on Time: No Sign of a Break-In

Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast ·

2025/07/10

On a quiet February morning, a 911 call shattered the calm. Two parents, Kristin and James Brock, were found shot to death in their bedroom. The caller? Their teenage daughter. As detectives searched for answers, an unlikely suspect would come into focus. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss a developing story out of Georgia. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a

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