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Killer Instinct

Every Wednesday, join Savannah Brymer as she delves into the gripping and mysterious world of true crime, where each case uncovers hidden truths and unexpected twists. From infamous serial killers to haunting missing person mysteries, Killer Instinct goes beyond the headlines to seek justice and uncover the emotional depths of each story. With meticulous research and heartfelt storytelling, Savannah sheds light on untold tales of resilience, loss, and the relentless pursuit of truth, inviting

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36:50

Cecil Hotel: The Suicide Hotel - HalloWeek 2020...

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2020/10/28

Opened in 1927, the Cecil Hotel in Los Angeles has been home to various violent deaths including suicide & murder and home to various other criminal behavior. Most famously, Cecil was rumored to have housed one of LA’s most infamous serial killer, Richard Ramirez, AKA the Night Stalker. On this episode, Savannah details the many and tries to explore what draws these disturbing activities to this particular hotel, and what the future holds for this West Coast institution. Right now, to Save 30% on

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42:43

Lawrence Bittaker & Roy Norris: The Toolbox Killers -...

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2020/10/27

Lawrence Bittaker and Roy Norris picked up the disturbing nickname of the Tool Box Killers after it was discovered they kidnapped, tortured and killed 5 teenage girls, often using various tools in their twisted crimes. On this episode, Savannah details these 5 brutal murders, how these killers were caught, and why they are considered to be some of the most disturbing individuals investigators have ever had to encounter. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in

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38:07

Junko Furuta: 44 Days of Endless Torture - HalloWeek...

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2020/10/26

Junko Furuta was a Japanese high school student who was the unfortunate victim of a random and horrendous crime in the early 1980s. On her way home, she was kidnapped by a few low-ranking members of the infamous Yakuza gang. For the next 44 days, Junko was brutally tortured and raped by various teenage boys. Her body was discovered by investigators on April 1989 encased in concrete in a steel drum. Savannah explores the frightening details of Junko’s final moments and the subsequent trial of the

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33:22

Lisa Montgomery: Death Row Inmate & A Grisly Crime

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2020/10/21

Lisa Montgomery had an extremely troubled childhood. But her heinous actions that led the brutal murder of a pregnant Bobbie Jo Stinnett on December 16, 2004, and the removal of Bobbie Jo's child from her stomach. Savannah details the troubling events in Lisa's early life, what connected these two very different women, and how Lisa was caught and prosecuted, becoming the first woman to be put on death row in almost 70 years.a Get 20% off your first order when you use promo code KILLER at

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34:00

Sheila LaBarre - Potential Serial Killer's Body Count...

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2020/10/14

Sheila LaBarre is currently serving 2 consecutive life sentences for the murder of 2 men, but human remains and other disturbing clues were found on her farm that don't belong to either men. Savannah explores Sheila's troubled early life, her moving to Epping, New Hampshire where she lured men to her farm for torture and murder, and the many lingering mysteries that still hang over Sheila, including where she qualifies as a serial killer. Sunsoil makes CBD oil with simple, organic ingredients. Get

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43:53

Michael Shaver Found Buried in his Own Backyard, Wife...

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2020/10/07

Since March 2015, Michael Shaver went missing. His wife, Laurie Shaver, said she hasn't seem him since, but acted suspiciously when pushed by police about his whereabouts. Years later, investigators obtained a warrant and found Michael's remains buried in the backyard. Savannah details Michael and Laurie's tumultuous relationship, leading police to be suspicious of Laurie from the start. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting betterhelp.com/instinct! Go to

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39:10

Why Was Single Mother Veronica Anderson Murdered So...

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2020/09/30

On Sunday, August 25, 1991, Veronica Anderson, known as Vera to her friends and family, was found brutally murdered in her own car. With virtually no leads, no known enemies, and very few clues to go off, this case has remained unsolved for the past 30 years. Savannah explores how Vera was found, what witnesses observed that could potentially help solve the case, and why the real killer has alluded investigators for almost 3 decades. Right now, to Save 30% on Select Solid Gold Products go to

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39:32

Suzanne Morphew: Did Affairs Lead to Her Mysterious...

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2020/09/23

On May 10, 2020, Suzanne Morphew left her home on her bike, but never returned home. Though investigators are still looking into her disappearance, very little information has been released to the public and many believe Suzanne's husband, Barry, is somehow involved after news of potential affairs have been released. Savannah explores the state of the investigation and Barry's strange behavior from the beginning, even proposing his own theories on his wife's disappearance. As a listener, you’ll get

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36:27

9-Year-Old Serenity Dennard Disappeared Leaving Only...

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2020/09/16

Serenity Dennard had a troubled life, and that's what ultimately lead her to be placed in Black Hills Children's Home in South Dakota. After various escape attempts, Serenity was able to successfully run away from the home into the rugged terrain surrounding the facility, and hasn't been seen since. Savannah explores Serenity's early life, the exhaustive search for Serenity that still continues today, and how the Children's Home's incompetence has potentially hindered the ability to find her

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32:55

Issei Sagawa - The Cannibal Walking Among Us

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2020/09/09

On June 11, 1981, Issei Sagawa murdered Renée Hartevelt, then proceeded to have sex with her corpse, cut her up and consume parts of her body over the course of several days before ultimately being arrested and prosecuted. After serving only 2 years in prison, Issei was released on a legal technicality and is still out of prison to this day. Savannah details his horrendous crime and how it's possible that such a brutal murder is allowed to enjoy his freedom. Watch Issei's interview where he details

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37:26

Sandra Cantu, Child Murdered by Friend's Mother

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2020/09/02

On April 6, 2009, Sandra Cantu's body was found in a suitcase during the routine draining of an irrigation pond in Tracy, California. Police immediately suspected an older white male with a history of sexual abuse, but after collecting various pieces of evidence, it became clear that the actual suspect was Melissa Huckaby, the mother of one of Sandra's friends. Savannah explores what led to Melissa's horrendous crime and the clues that ultimately led to her arrest and prosecution. If you have any

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35:18

Camm Family Murders: Father Wrongfully Convicted...

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2020/08/26

David Camm was convicted of murdering his wife Kimberly Camm and his two young children Jill and Brad after he discovered them all shot to death in his garage on September 28, 2000. After spending 13 years in prison for this crime, a new suspect was identified, a career criminal named Charles Boney. This week, Savannah runs down the various trials that led to the arrest and conviction of an innocent man and grieving father & husband, and why it took so long to put the real killer behind bars. As a

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45:14

James Bulger Tortured and Murdered by Two Young Boys

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2020/08/19

Two-year-old James Bulger went missing while out shopping with his mother on February 12, 1993. CCTV footage captured James being taken by 2 young boys and led out of the mall. A few days after James went missing, his body was found near railroad tracks, mutilated and split in half. Savannah dives deep into the horrid details of James' final moments, as well as the capture of the two ten-year-old boys, Robert Thompson and Jon Venables, thus becoming the youngest modern murders in the history of

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33:14

Iana Kasian's Murder the "Most Gruesome Murder in the...

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2020/08/12

Iana Kaisan left her home country of Ukraine to come to Los Angeles with big dreams of becoming a model. It was there where she met Blake Liebel, the father of her first daughter and ultimately the man that would brutally murder her. Savannah explores the privileged, yet strange life of Blake Liebel and the horrendous scene of Iana's murder that various sources described as potentially the most gruesome murder in the history of Los Angeles. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or

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31:36

Desirea Ferris Goes Missing 2 Days Before Mother's...

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2020/08/05

On May 2, 2017, Desirea Ferris left her home and never returned, leaving behind a birthday card for her mother's upcoming birthday celebration. Ever since her disappearance, there have been many conflicting stories that have come to light and Desirea is still considered a missing person. Savannah attempts to divide theory from facts in this confusing and tragic case. If you have any information on this case, please call (816) 945-2722. Hear the most bizarre stories about how technology is shaping

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31:23

Harold Shipman AKA Dr. Death: Modern Serial Killer

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2020/07/29

On January 13th, 2004, on his 58th birthday, Harold Shipman was found dead by hanging in his prison cell. Harold, also known as Dr. Death, was the prolific serial killer in modern history, charged with the murder of 15 people, but could be responsible for hundreds of deaths. This week, Savannah explores how Harold built up his own private practice and used it to falsify records to cover up the many deaths that he was responsible for, as well as how one concerned daughter ultimately led to his

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36:17

Don Henry & Kevin Ives: Accidental Deaths...

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2020/07/22

On August 23, 1987, young and popular high school students Don Henry and Kevin Ives were found dead on train tracks in Alexander, Arkansas, in what seemed to be accidental deaths. But after the insistence of the boys' families, second autopsies were performed and signs of trauma were found before the trains hit their bodies. Savannah explores the many mysteries surrounding their death, including how various people connected to the case were killed or died under strange circumstances. If you have any

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36:44

Vanessa Guillen Update - Her Remains Discovered, But...

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2020/07/15

This week, Savannah brings you the latest updates that have surfaced about Vanessa Guillen, the missing soldier from the Fort Hood Base in Texas. Since the previous episode was released, Vanessa's remains have been found and a suspect was finally named. On July 2, a 20-year-old fellow solider Aaron Robinson has been charged with Vanessa's murder, along with Aaron's girlfriend, Cecily Aguilar. Savannah details the many bombshells discovered in this case, including how investigators claim Vanessa was

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40:39

Alissa Turney: Family Convinced Her Step-Father is...

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2020/07/08

On May 17, 2001, 17-year-old Alissa Turney went missing and was assumed to be a runaway. But almost 20 years later, Alissa hasn't been seen again. Savannah explores Alissa's troubled home life and strained relationship with her step-father, Michael Turney, who many believe is responsible for Alissa's disappearance, including Alissa's siblings. Savannah details how Michael Turney treated Alissa compared to her step-sister Sarah Turney, and Sarah's continued efforts to find out what truly happened to

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52:21

The White House Farm Murders - The Decades-Long Mystery

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2020/07/01

August 1985, on a small farm near Essex, England, Nevill and June Bamber, Sheila Caffell and her two sons were shot to death in their home. On the surface, it appeared that Sheila, who had a history of mental illness, murdered her entire family, then herself. But Savannah explores how this incredibly mismanaged case could be a lot more complicated than this accepted conclusion. So what happened that night almost 30 years ago? Listen to hear why the evidence, the time it took to arrive on the scene,

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