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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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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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48:30

Kenneka Jenkins Found in a Hotel Freezer, But Was It...

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2020/06/24

On September 8, 2017, Kenneka went to a party at the Crowne Plaza Chicago O'Hare Hotel. In the early hours of the next morning, Kenneka had wandered off on her own and was nowhere to be found. Two days later on September 10, Kenneka's body was found in the hotel freezer, which is what finally led police to review surveillance footage to track her final movements. Savannah explores how this could've possibly happened and why some people are suspicious at the ruling that no foul play was found by

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44:56

Kendrick Johnson's Found Dead in His High School Gym

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2020/06/17

On January 11, Kendrick was found dead in the Lowndes High School gymnasium, rolled up in a mat by other students. Since that day, Kendrick's final moments and even cause of death have been hotly contested and debated over, yet there still has been no conclusion to the case. Savannah explores how the school might have tried to cover up his death and why his family is still fighting to this day to get justice for Kendrick. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get

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31:57

Vanessa Guillen Missing From Army Base After Sexual...

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2020/06/10

Vanessa was a star student and a 20-year-old US Army soldier at the Fort Hood Military Base in Killeen, Texas. But on April 20, 2019, Vanessa disappeared without a trace from the base, ending her promising career. Savannah actually spoke with the family and uncovers some details surrounding Vanessa's disappearance, including how Gloria Guillen, Vanessa's mother, claims that Vanessa confided in her that she had been routinely sexually harassed by a sergeant just a few weeks before going missing

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32:42

The Wells Gray Provincial Park Gruesome Family Murder

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2020/06/03

In August 1982, a large family went camping in the Wells Gray Provincial Park in British Columbia. Little did they know that 24-year-old David William Shearing would senselessly slaughter them in one of the most bizarre and chilling events in Canadian history. Savannah explores the family's life leading up to their untimely death, the gruesome details of the crime, and the exhaustive manhunt that ultimately led to David's capture almost a year later. If you have any thoughts on this case or any

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40:09

Katelin Akens Missing for Four Years, Could Her Texts...

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2020/05/27

On December 5, 2015, Katelin was supposed to be boarding a flight home to her fiancé, but she never made that flight and has not been seen since. After receiving mysterious texts from Katelin's phone, they suspected the last person to see her alive, James Branton, her ex-stepfather. Savannah walks us through Katelin's life leading up to her disappearance and why her final texts don't seem legitimate. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah

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48:57

Jeffrey Epstein's Life and Mysterious Death

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2020/05/20

Jeffrey Epstein was an American financier who was convicted of sex trafficking charges, and his mysterious death is the subject of endless fascination. This week, Savannah explores Jeffrey's life leading up to his death in a New York federal prison, including how he amassed his substantial wealth and why his exclusive clientele has led to suspicion over his suicide. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at

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33:03

Jhoulie Moussa's Ex Murdered Her, Warning Signs Were...

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2020/05/13

On the night of January 12, 2018, Jholie sent the last message of her life to her twin sister, letting her know she would be home soon. Jholie never came home. Savannah explores how police eventually were able to pin the murder on her ex-boyfriend, Nebiyu Ebrahim, with the help of a 13-year-old boy, and how & why Jholie hid the various other times Nebiyu attacked her, before ultimately choking her to death. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with

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40:04

Karlie Gusé Showed Erratic Behavior, Then She...

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2020/05/06

Karlie Gusé came back home after hanging out with her friends on the night of October 12, 2018 acting very strange, and admitted to her parents that she smoked marijuana with her friends. The next day, Karlie was missing and has not been seen since. Savannah delves into the details of this case including a few eyewitness accounts of Karlie's whereabouts and what could've possibly happened to her. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah

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37:09

Dylan Redwine: His Father Convicted of Murder

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2020/04/29

On November 18th, 2012, Dylan went to stay with his father Mark Redwine. Mark claims that Dylan ran away the next day and was soon after considered missing. After years of searching, questioning and finger-pointing at both parents, Dylan's body was found in Middle Mountain, a mountain range near Mark's home. Savannah tracks the last-known moments of Dylan's life and what ultimately led police to hone in on Mark as the main suspect, including Mark and Dylan's troubled relationship. Currently, Mark

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37:59

Pamela Smart: Underage Affair Turns Into Murder

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2020/04/22

Pamela Smart went from victim to the number one suspect when her husband Gregg Smart was murdered in their home after more details of the murder came to light. Savannah explores how Pamela's sexual relationship with Billy Flynn ultimately led to Pamela convincing Billy and two other teenage boys to murder Gregg and make it look like a robbery. Pamela continues to maintain her innocence as she sits in prison with a sentence of life without the possibility of parole. If you have any thoughts on this

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36:00

Hannah Truelove: 16-Year-Old Brutally Murdered, But...

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2020/04/15

Hannah Truelove's body was found in the woods with multiple stab wounds, but virtually any other evidence was washed away in a recent storm. Savannah tracks the days and moments before her death, much of which was captured online on social media. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn

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36:38

Savannah Spurlock: Mother of Four Brutally Murdered

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2020/04/08

Savannah Spurlock went out for a night of fun and partying, but never made it home. After a few worried months, Savannah's body was found at David Spark's father's home and David was subsequently arrested. Savannah explores the night that Savannah Spurlock went missing and how video surveillance and a huge tip from David's father ultimately helped close the case. For more info on Savannah's case and other missing person's case, please visit the Remembering Savannah Facebook page. If you have any

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