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Murder Unscripted

Murder Unscripted Pod

Veteran true-crime producer, Ed (Forensic Files, Cold Case Files, City Confidential) and his crime encyclopedia gal pal, Melissa, bring you the most immersive podcast in the genre - breaking down the barrier between fan and creator. Our unique dynamic resonates with both seasoned true-crime fans and newbies alike, while our unscripted interviews with detectives, forensic scientists, prosecutors, and victims’ families bring you far beyond recycled headlines - immersing you in the world of

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64:25

Ep:68 - The Austin Yogurt Shop Murders, Pt. 1 |...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/09/09

To skip the banter, jump to 7:09In December 1991, Austin, Texas was shaken by one of the most shocking and brutal crimes in its history: the Yogurt Shop Murders. Four teenage girls were killed inside a small yogurt shop, a case that has haunted investigators and the community for decades. In Part 1 of this two-part series, we explore: 🔎 The chilling details of the murder scene 🧩 Victimology — who the four victims were and their lives before tragedy struck 🚧 The early "red herrings" that misled

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The Murder of Russel Douglas | MU Mini

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/09/05

On Christmas Day 2003, Russel Douglas was found shot to death in his car on Whidbey Island, Washington. What looked like a holiday tragedy soon unraveled into a shocking murder-for-hire plot filled with betrayal, secrets, and manipulation. Join us as we uncover the twists and turns behind the murder of Russell Douglas and the search for justice.

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73:41

Ep:67 - Army Specialist strangled after night on the...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/09/02

In this episode, we revisit the 1987 Colorado Springs murder of 20-year-old Army Specialist Darlene “Krash” Krashoc, a Fort Carson soldier whose case went cold for decades - until DNA technology brought a breakthrough and a conviction more than 30 years later. We unpack the timeline, the forensics, and the investigation that ultimately identified Michael Whyte, who was later sentenced to life in prison without parole. 🕯️ Victim & scene: Darlene was found on March 17, 1987 in a parking lot off

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The Murder of Beverly Carter | MU Mini

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/08/29

A successful real estate agent showing a home in Arkansas—what should have been a routine appointment turned into a nightmare. When Beverly Carter never returned, a frantic search began… and what investigators uncovered was a chilling plot of greed and deception that shocked the community.Join Ed & Melissa every Tuesday for their deep dives into the crimes that horrify and haunt us.

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Ep:66 - From Disappearance to Justice - A...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/08/26

Ed and Melissa sit down with Rob Betnar, the Pennsylvania State Police investigator who cracked the 1985 murder of 13-year-old David Wellington Reed in Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania. Drawing from the original police files - not rumors - Rob walks us through how a long-cold disappearance became a homicide case and, ultimately, a solved mystery. Ed previously produced this case for ID’s Nightmare Next Door and A&E’s Cold Case Files. Now it's Rob's turn to tell his version of what it really took

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The Murder of Kay Mortensen | MU Mini

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/08/22

In this MU Mini, Ed dives into the shocking murder of Kay Mortensen, a retired BYU professor whose life was cut short in his quiet Payson, Utah home in 2009. What began as a brutal and baffling crime that placed suspicion on his own family would unravel into a chilling story of greed, betrayal, and a deadly robbery gone wrong. Join us as we uncover the twists and turns behind this tragic case.

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Ep:65 The UNTOLD story of the paperboy whose murder...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/08/19

To skip the banter, jump to 10:25In August of 1985, a beloved 13-year-old paperboy disappears without a trace in tiny Schuylkill Haven, PA. The next day, his bicycle is found in the weeds by some railroad tracks...4 months later, his bones on a remote hillside. Rumors swirl for decades, leaving a heartbroken family with more questions than answers. That is until 23 years later when a dedicated cold case investigator finds a hidden clue buried in those old files. With the help of a world-renowned

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5:50

The Murders of Billy Payne & Billie Jean Hayworth aka...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/08/15

In January 2012, the quiet town of Mountain City, Tennessee, was shaken by the brutal murders of Billy Payne and his fiancé, Billie Jean Hayworth, who was found holding their infant son—alive but covered in her blood. What seemed like an unfathomable act of violence soon unraveled into a chilling story of obsession, jealousy, and a toxic web of online drama. This case would expose how a feud born on Facebook spiraled into deadly reality.

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Ep:64 - Who Killed Shannon Siders? A father's journey...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/08/12

To skip the banter, jump to 6:49On a steamy July night in 1989, 18-year-old Shannon Siders slipped into a friend’s car and vanished into the dark woods outside Newaygo, Michigan. Three months later a hunter found her beaten remains in the “Hole-in-the-Woods” clearing, launching one of the state’s most haunting mysteries. A cold-case task force exhumed Shannon’s body in 2012, pieced together long-buried witness statements, and in 2015 secured guilty verdicts against brothers Matthew and Paul

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MU Mini - Janet Monge, the controversial anthropologist

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/08/08

In this week's MU Mini, we harken back to July's block, GIRL POWER, to spotlight Janet Monge, the controversial anthropologist at the University of Pennsylvania. From her role in the aftermath of the MOVE bombings 💥, to the chilling mystery of Duffy’s Cut ☠️, and her work identifying America’s “first serial killer” H.H. Holmes 🏰. 💬 Question of the week: Should scientists ever cross ethical lines in pursuit of the truth? Tell us below! 👇 #TrueCrimePodcast #MUMini #JanetMonge #MOVEBombing

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74:05

E63 - DNA cracks DECADES-OLD cold case | The chilling...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/08/05

To skip the banter, jump to 8:12In this episode of Murder Unscripted, Melissa unpacks the haunting disappearance and murder of 18-year-old Mandy Stavik along the Nooksack River trail in tiny Acme, Washington. While everyone in town had their suspicions about who was responsible, folks kept their secrets to themselves. Three decades later, a discarded soda can, a determined cold-case team, and advanced DNA forensics brought Mandy's killer into the light, and finally closed the case that Acme could

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The Murder of John McCabe - MU Mini

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/08/01

In 1969, 15-year-old John McCabe was found bound and strangled in a vacant lot—his murder unsolved for over 40 years. When one man finally broke the silence, he unraveled a deadly pact of teenage jealousy, secrets, and a family’s relentless fight for justice.

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Ep:62 - An Empowering Conversation with Michelle...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/07/29

In this gripping installment of Murder Unscripted, Ed and Melissa sit down with survivor‑advocate Lily Rose Lee - known to the world as Michelle Knight🌹 Abducted in 2002 and imprisoned for 11 unimaginable years inside Ariel Castro’s “house of horrors,” With laughter and raw honesty, Lily shows that hope can bloom even in the darkest corners. If her story moves you, please like 👍, share 🔁, and subscribe 🔔 so more survivors can find this beacon of resilience. 📌 Helpful Resources • National Sexual

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Ep. 61 "The Miracle in Cleveland" Part 2

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/07/22

Three captives. One locked house. A decade of hidden terror ends in a single breathtaking dash for freedom. In our gripping conclusion to the “Miracle in Cleveland,” we trace the years Michelle Knight, Amanda Berry, and Gina DeJesus spent behind Ariel Castro’s boarded‑up doors, and the split‑second decision that saved their lives. ❤️ Support the show 👍 Like, 💬 comment, & 🔗 share to amplify survivor stories. 📲 Follow @MurderUnscripted on Instagram & TikTok for behind‑the‑scenes reels. 👉

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MU Mini | The Murder of Rachel Nickell

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/07/18

In this episode, we revisit the tragic 1992 murder of Rachel Nickell—killed in broad daylight on Wimbledon Common—and the deeply flawed investigation that followed. But at the heart of this story is forensic scientist Angela Gallop, whose sharp eye and groundbreaking work would help unravel the truth years later.

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Murder Unscripted | E60 “Miracle in Cleveland” (Part...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/07/16

One ordinary afternoon in Cleveland, a desperate mom embarked on a journey to regain custody of her son. She vanished without a trace. Within a year, two more teenage girls would disappear along the same streets, held captive behind the same locked door. Before the world hailed a “Miracle in Cleveland,” the nightmare began here. In Part 1, we trace how Michelle Knight’s fight for her son led her straight to Ariel Castro - and how, one by one, Amanda Berry and Gina DeJesus joined her inside the

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56:02

Murder Unscripted | E60 “Miracle in Cleveland” (Part...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/07/15

One ordinary afternoon in Cleveland, a desperate mom embarked on a journey to regain custody of her son. She vanished without a trace. Within a year, two more teenage girls would disappear along the same streets, held captive behind the same locked door. Before the world hailed a “Miracle in Cleveland,” the nightmare began here. In Part 1, we trace how Michelle Knight’s fight for her son led her straight to Ariel Castro - and how, one by one, Amanda Berry and Gina DeJesus joined her inside the

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MU Mini: Kelly Siegler – Badass Justice Warrior

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/07/11

MU Mini: Kelly Siegler – Badass Justice WarriorToday’s MU Mini dives into the fierce world of prosecutor Kelly Siegler — the high-heeled hero behind Cold Justice. With over 200 trials and a no-BS attitude, she’s a force in and out of the courtroom.Part of our July Girl Power block — celebrating women who bring the heat to true crime.

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Ep:59 - The Soham Murders - Jessica Chapman and Holly...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/07/08

To skip the banter, jump to 6:30In week 3 of our block entitled GIRL POWER, we explore the tragic murders of Jessica Wells and Holly Chapman, as well as the work performed, behind-the-scenes, by bada$$ forensic ecologist, botanist and palynologist Patricia Wilshire! Ian Huntley’s shocking crimes against 10-year-olds Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman gripped the UK in 2002, but the seeds of this tragedy were sown long before. In this episode we peel back the layers of Huntley’s disturbing history as a

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The Murder of Federica Mangiapelo (MU Mini)

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/07/04

The Mysterious Death of Federica Mangiapelo On Halloween night 2012, 16-year-old Federica Mangiapelo was found dead on the shore of Lake Bracciano, just outside of Rome, Italy. At first, it looked like a tragic accident — but things didn’t add up.In this Mu Mini, we look at what really happened that night, the investigation that followed, and the troubling details that slowly came to light.Subscribe for more true crime stories, cold cases, and unsolved mysteries.#FedericaMangiapelo #TrueCrime

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