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Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD)

Welcome to SWAC POD (Speculating Wildly About Crime) – True Crime, Deep Dives, and Unsolved Mysteries.A few friends who loved true crime got together, and from that shared passion, SWAC POD was born. Now, we’re on a mission to dive deep into true crime cases, missing persons, and unsolved mysteries—shedding light on stories that need more attention.What You’ll Find Here: Deep dives into true crime cases Unsolved mysteries & missing persons Interviews with experts, family members & insiders

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All Episodes

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59. Gretchen Fleming

Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) ·

2025/02/21

In this episode of Speculating Wildly About Crime, host Jamie delves into the puzzling disappearance of Gretchen Fleming from Parkersburg, West Virginia. The episode explores Gretchen's background, her relationships, and the events leading up to her going missing. Key points include her move back home after a breakup, her living situation with her grandmother, and the last known sightings of Gretchen at local bars with acquaintances named John and Preston Pierce. The police investigation, inc...

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58. Tamla Horsford

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2025/02/07

Join host Janelle on Speculating Wildly About Crime as she dives into the enigmatic case of Tamla Horsford, a 40-year-old mother of six who tragically died during a football moms' slumber party. Discover the perplexing timeline, the baffling 911 call, and the contentious investigation that followed. With twists involving race, history, and inconsistencies in witness statements, this episode explores theories of an accidental fall versus potential foul play. Tune in as we speculate wildly and ...

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57. Emma Fillipoff

Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) ·

2025/01/24

Welcome to 'Speculating Wildly About Crime' with your host Jamie! In this episode, we dive into the perplexing case of Emma Fillipoff, a young woman who vanished in 2012 from Victoria, British Columbia. Thanks to a listener's suggestion, we explore Emma's life, her strange behavior leading up to her disappearance, and the questions surrounding her mental health and relationships. Could Emma's disappearance be linked to an obsessive acquaintance, or did she simply fall victim to her own deteri...

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56. Panama Girls

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2025/01/10

In this episode of 'Speculating Wildly About Crime,' host Janelle delves into the mysterious and tragic case of Kris Kremers and Lisanne Froon, also known as the Panama Girls. The two young Dutch women disappeared while hiking in Panama in 2014, leading to an exhaustive search and a plethora of questions and theories. From the discovery of their belongings and partial remains to chilling night photos and the suspicions surrounding local guide Feliciano Gonzalez and his associates, this episod...

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55. Joe Pichler

Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) ·

2024/12/27

The Mysterious Disappearance of Joe PichlerIn this episode of 'Speculating Wildly About Crime', Jamie dives into the mysterious disappearance of child actor Joe Pichler. Born in 1987 in Washington State, Joe found early success in Hollywood. Known for his roles in 'Varsity Blues' and 'Beethoven's 3rd and 4th', Joe's career was on the rise before he returned home to finish high school. Following graduation, his life took a dark turn involving heavy drinking and drug use. On January 4th, 2006, ...

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54. Missy Bevers

Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) ·

2024/12/13

In this episode of Speculating Wildly About Crime, Janelle delves into the mysterious case of Missy Bevers, a fitness instructor brutally murdered in a church in Midlothian, Texas. The episode recounts Missy's life, the circumstances surrounding her murder, and the ongoing investigation. Surveillance footage reveals a suspect in tactical gear, but their identity remains unknown. Janelle discusses various theories, including possible motives and suspects, and invites listeners to share their t...

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53. Lee Cutler

Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) ·

2024/11/29

Join host Jamie as we delve into the baffling disappearance of Lee Cutler from Buffalo Grove, Illinois. In this episode, we explore Lee's life, relationships, and the unusual circumstances surrounding the night he went missing in October 2007. From his close bond with his mother to his final sightings and unresolved evidence, we piece together theories on what could have happened to Lee. Was it suicide, foul play, or did he walk away from his life? Tune in as we navigate through all possibili...

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52. Lauren Spierer

Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) ·

2024/11/15

The Disappearance of Lauren Spierer: A Deep Dive into the Unsolved MysteryJoin the SWAC PACK as they delve into the baffling case of Lauren Spierer. Lauren was a 20-year-old Indiana University student who vanished in 2011 after a night out. In this episode we will cover the key events leading up to her disappearance, as well as people involved, and of course explore various theories and speculate. We come up with everything from accidental overdose to the possibility of a serial killer....

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51. Brandon Lawson

Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) ·

2024/11/01

Join today's episode of Speculating Wildly About Crime as we delve into the puzzling case of Brandon Lawson, a 26-year-old father of four who vanished in August 2013 after leaving his home following a fight. Brandon's plan was to visit his father's house, but his night ended with an empty gas tank and a bewildering 911 call, after which he disappeared without a trace. Despite nearly a decade passing, his family still lacks closure. Tune in with the Swack Pack as we explore what might have hap...

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50. Ben McDaniel

Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) ·

2024/10/18

The Mysterious Disappearance of Ben McDaniel: Diving into the UnknownIn this episode of Speculating Wildly About Crime, host Janelle explores the baffling disappearance of Ben McDaniel, a diving enthusiast who vanished while exploring Florida's Vortex Spring in 2010. Amidst personal struggles and debts, Ben relocated to pursue his passion for scuba diving. The episode delves into the details of his last known days, the perilous nature of cave diving, and the exhaustive yet fruitless search ef...

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49. Darlie Part 2 of 2

Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) ·

2024/10/04

Speculating Wildly About Darlie Routier - Part 2: Revisiting the Controversial CaseIn this episode of Speculating Wildly About Crime, Jamie and team will delve into the second part of the controversial case of Darlie Routier. It's a detailed analysis of Darlie's statements post-surgery, conflicting stories, police focus, and her eventual arrest and charge with capital murder. The episode scrutinizes the trial's processes, defense missteps, and the polarizing 'Silly String' video that greatly ...

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48. Darlie Routier Part 1 of 2

Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) ·

2024/09/20

The Chilling Case of Darlie Routier - Part 1 | Speculating Wildly About CrimeJoin Jamie, this week’s host of Speculating Wildly About Crime, as we delve into the perplexing and tragic case of Darlie Routier in this first part of a two-part episode. We explore the background of Darlie's life, the night of the incident in 1996, and the aftermath, including the intense 911 call and the detailed injuries sustained. The episode also looks at the crime scene, potential evidences such as the mysteri...

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47. Cindy James

Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) ·

2024/07/26

The Unsolved Mystery of Cindy James: Stalking, Harassment, or Mental Disorder?In this episode of Speculating Wildly About Crime, Dana delves into the haunting and perplexing case of Cindy James. Born in 1944 and finding a career as a nurse, Cindy's life took a dark turn after separating from her husband, Roy Makepeace. Cindy reportedly faced relentless stalking, harassment, and violent threats for seven years until her mysterious death in June 1989. The discussion covers various details, from...

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46. Jeff Davis 8 Part 2 of 2

Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) ·

2024/07/19

Between 2005-2009 the bodies of 8 women were found in or around Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana. Despite the creation of a task force and the family’s demands for answers, these cases, which came to be known as the Jeff Davis 8, remain unsolved. The connections between the victims and key players in the Jennings area have left questions of who might be responsible, and whether corruption has played any role in these cases remaining unsolved.This is Part Two. In this episode, the SWAC Pack w...

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45. Jeff Davis 8 Part 1 of 2

Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) ·

2024/07/12

Between 2005-2009 the bodies of 8 women were found in or around Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana. Despite the creation of a task force and the family’s demands for answers, these cases, which came to be known as the Jeff Davis 8, remain unsolved. The connections between the victims and key players in the Jennings area have left questions of who might be responsible, and whether corruption has played any role in these cases remaining unsolved.This is Part One. Check back next week for Part Tw...

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44. Ellen Greenberg

Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) ·

2024/07/05

On January 26, 2011, Ellen Greenberg, a beloved teacher, was found dead in her apartment. Initially ruled a homicide, the cause of death was later changed to suicide, despite the fact that Ellen had over 20 stab wounds, including multiple to the back of her head and neck. According to her fiancé, he returned to the apartment the two shared after spending time at the gym, only to find the door locked from the inside. After making several attempts to reach Ellen, he said that he was forced to b...

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43. Mitrice Richardson part 2 of 2

Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) ·

2024/06/28

Today we're diving into part 2 of the mysterious case of Mitrice Richardson. This case is one that has sparked public outcry for over a decade. Mitrice Richardson was a bright and promising young woman, known for her vibrant personality and infectious smile. However, her life took a tragic turn in September 2009, when she mysteriously vanished after being released from the Lost Hills Sheriff's Station in California.Despite exhibiting signs of possible mental health issues, including erra...

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42. Speculating Wildly About Crime: Mitrice...

Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) ·

2024/06/21

Today we're diving into the mysterious case of Mitrice Richardson. This case is one that has sparked public outcry for over a decade. Mitrice Richardson was a bright and promising young woman, known for her vibrant personality and infectious smile. However, her life took a tragic turn in September 2009, when she mysteriously vanished after being released from the Lost Hills Sheriff's Station in California.Despite exhibiting signs of possible mental health issues, including erratic behavi...

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41. Speculating Wildly About Crime: Melissa Howard

Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) ·

2024/06/14

On January 6, 2006, Melissa Howard, a young mother of three was tragically found dead inside her home. Recently divorced, dating again, and a nasty custody battle left the cops pointing fingers in several directions. Unfortunately, there wasn't enough to make a conviction stick until over a decade later when new evidence emerged that led to an arrest. It seemed like a closed case…but was it really?https://youtu.be/he-ExJSfpe8?si=aSfGRtFzSu_CirI2https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/reasonab...

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40. Speculating Wildly About Crime: Rehtaeh Parson...

Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) ·

2024/06/07

The SWAC Stack: The Tragic Stories of Rehtaeh Parsons and April Dawn AndrewsIn the first ever SWAC Stack episode, the SWAC Pack delves into two heart-wrenching cases. The first case covers the tragic story of Rehtaeh Parsons, a 17-year-old from Canada who suffered tremendous abuse at a party. Those responsible largely evaded punishment. Reteah became the subject of severe bullying and faced mental health struggles, which ultimately led to her suicide. The second case explores the mysteri...

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