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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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Ep:48 - The Murders of Christy Giles and Hilda...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/04/22

In this gripping episode of Murder Unscripted, we delve into the chilling case of David Pearce, the self-proclaimed "entertainment professional" convicted of murdering model Christy Giles and architect Hilda Marcela Cabrales Arzola. We explore the events leading up to their tragic deaths, the trial that followed, and the testimonies that brought a predator to justice.Jump to 7:36 to start case🎙️ What You'll Learn:- The timeline of Christy and Hilda's final hours- Insights from Pearce's own

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The Murder of Danick Adams (MU MINI) - STILL UNSOLVED

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/04/18

In August 2008 a young mother and her friend were walking to their car when a masked man approached them demanding their purses, cell phones and keys. When the young woman refused, the masked man pulled off his mask and shot her 5 times. Who killed Danick Adams? Tune in every Tuesday as your hosts, veteran true crime producer (Ed) and true crime super fan (Melissa), dive into the cases that keep you up at night - offering behind-the-scenes insight while breaking down the barrier between fan and

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75:40

Ep:47 - The Murder of Betty Jeanne Solomon by Carolyn...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/04/15

In this gripping episode of Murder Unscripted, we delve into the chilling 1989 murder of Betty Jeanne Solomon and the sensational trial of Carolyn Warmus, a New York schoolteacher whose affair with her colleague Paul Solomon turned deadly. Dubbed the "Fatal Attraction Killer" due to eerie parallels with the 1987 thriller, Warmus's case captivated the nation and sparked debates about obsession, betrayal, and justice. Betty Jeanne, a devoted wife and mother, was found shot nine times in her Greenburgh

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The Murder of Jaime Melgar - (MU MINI) - Did Sandra...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/04/11

🔍 Did Sandra Melgar Kill Her Husband – Or Was She Framed? In this Friday's MU Mini, Ed gives you the breakdown, letting you decide for yourself. In December 2012, Sandra and Jaime “Jim” Melgar celebrated their 32nd wedding anniversary in what should have been a romantic evening at home in Houston, Texas. By the next day, Jim was found brutally stabbed to death—and Sandra was discovered bound and disoriented in a closet. Sandra claimed she had no memory of the attack, blaming a seizure and possible

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Ep:46 (PART 2) - The Attempted Murder of Inna...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/04/08

In the conclusion of MU's look at the attempted murder of Inna Butnytska, police finally unmask the man who brutally stuffed her in a suitcase, leaving her for dead, and are shocked to learn he's linked to three other assaults in several states.Tune in every Tuesday as your hosts, veteran true crime producer (Ed) and true crime super fan (Melissa), dive into the cases that keep you up at night - offering behind-the-scenes insight while breaking down the barrier between fan and creator. FB -

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5:14

The Murder of Tara Louise Baker - MU MINI

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/04/04

In January 2001, 23-year-old University of Georgia law student Tara Louise Baker was tragically found murdered in her Athens apartment, which had been set on fire. For over two decades, the case remained unsolved, leaving her family and the community seeking justice. In May 2024, a significant breakthrough occurred when authorities arrested Athens man, Edrick Lamont Faust, charging him with Tara's murder. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation credited advancements in DNA technology for helping close

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71:40

Ep:46 (PART 1) - The Attempted Murder of Inna...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/04/01

In this two-part episode, MU explores the harrowing 2005 assault on 21-year-old Ukrainian cruise-ship worker Inna Budnytska in Miami, Florida. Budnytska was discovered unconscious, severely beaten, and sexually assaulted near the Everglades after disappearing from her room at the Airport Regency Hotel. Despite initial police efforts, the case went cold due to a lack of leads. However, private investigator Ken Brennan, hired by the hotel's defense team following Budnytska's lawsuit alleging

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Ep:44 - The Murder of Patrick Dennehy (BAYLOR...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/03/25

In 2003, Patrick Dennehy, a rising star on Baylor University’s basketball team, vanished without a trace. Weeks later, everyone's worst fears were confirmed - Patrick had been murdered by his teammate, Carlton Dotson, in Waco, Texas. But the tragedy didn’t end there. As investigators worked to uncover the truth behind Patrick’s death, a massive scandal unraveled within Baylor’s basketball program. Disgraced head coach Dave Bliss attempted to cover up illegal financial benefits to players, even going

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58:15

Ep:45 (BONUS) - A Conversation with Valorie & Wynn...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/03/25

In this powerful exclusive interview, Ed and guest host, Candice "CJ" Johnson, sit down with Valorie and Wynn Brabazon, the mother and sister of Patrick Dennehy, the Baylor basketball standout whose life was tragically cut short in 2003. During our conversation, Valorie and Wynn open up about Patrick’s life, his dreams, and the devastating loss that still echoes through their family today. This is an emotional, raw, and deeply personal interview - one that gives voice to the grief, resilience, and

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Ep:43 - A Candid Conversation with Tanya Brown...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/03/18

In this powerful conversation, Tanya Brown, the younger sister of Nicole Brown Simpson, opens up about her family's journey through tragedy and what it took to rise from the ashes of depression. In the process, Tanya shares some never-before-heard stories about Nicole, and who she really was behind the salacious headlines. It's a conversation you won't want to miss! Tune in every Tuesday as your hosts, veteran true crime producer (Ed) and true crime super fan (Melissa), dive into the cases that keep

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54:56

Ep:42 - The Life & Times of Nicole Brown Simpson

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/03/11

Nicole Brown Simpson was born on May 19, 1959, in Frankfurt, West Germany, to a German mother and an American father who served in the military. She spent much of her childhood in Southern California, where she grew up in a middle-class family with her three siblings. Nicole was known for her beauty, charisma, and warm personality. After graduating from high school, she worked as a waitress at a Beverly Hills nightclub, where she would meet the man who would forever alter the course of her

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79:21

Ep:41 - The Murder of Ray McNeil (Bodybuilder killed...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/03/04

Sally McNeil, born Sally Dempsey on September 30, 1960, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, had a turbulent childhood marked by domestic violence. She attended Dieruff High School, excelling in sports, and later enrolled at East Stroudsburg State College to become a gym teacher. However, financial difficulties forced her to drop out.Following in her family’s footsteps, McNeil joined the U.S. Marine Corps, serving at Camp Pendleton and rising to the rank of Sergeant. She married Anthony Lowden, with whom she

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Ep:40 - The Murder of Beth Lochtefeld TRAGIC LOVE...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/02/25

Elizabeth "Beth" Lochtefeld was a successful and well-liked businesswoman whose life was tragically cut short in October 2004. Originally from New York, Beth had recently begun dating Thomas E. Toolan III, a former Manhattan financier. However, their whirlwind romance quickly soured due to Toolan’s controlling and erratic behavior. Recognizing the warning signs, Beth ended the relationship after just six weeks, hoping to distance herself from his volatility. She retreated to Nantucket Island, where

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Ep:39 - A Conversation with Laura Cowan (SURVIVOR...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/02/18

MU is joined by survivor, activist, radio host, and subject of a new Lifetime movie...Laura Cowan! After moving to California for a chance at a better life, Cleveland-native Laura Cowan's dreams quickly become a nightmare.. When her husband is arrested on gun charges, Laura seeks solace from a family friend, who turns out to be a violent polygamist. For four years, Laura and her 3 children endured unimaginable abuse...locked away and held captive in a cold dark garage with no heat, food, and water

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Ep:38 - The Laura Cowan Story (SURVIVED 4 YEARS IN...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/02/11

After moving to California for a chance at a better life, Cleveland-native Laura Cowan's dreams quickly become a nightmare. When her husband is arrested on gun charges, Laura seeks solace from a family friend, who turns out to be a violent polygamist. For four years, Laura and her 3 children endured unimaginable abuse...locked away and held captive in a cold dark garage with no heat, food, and water or plumbing. Laura was repeatedly raped, beaten and starved, alongside her children. Stripped of

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Ep:37 - The Murder of Anna Repkina (MURDER SUSPECT...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/02/04

Anna Repkina was a 27-year-old woman from Russia who moved to Oregon for love, only to meet a tragic end. Drawn to the United States by her online romance with William Hargrove, Anna believed she had found her soulmate. But their love triangle, involving Hargrove's other lover, Michelle Chavez, turned deadly. After Anna’s arrival, tensions flared when Hargrove failed to end his relationship with Chavez. Chavez, feeling threatened by Anna’s presence, reportedly issued an ultimatum: her or me. Just

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Ep:36 - A Conversation with Dr. Jeff Smalldon...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/01/28

Ed and Melissa sit down for a fascinating deep dive into the extraordinary and often chilling world of criminal psychology as they interview Dr. Jeffrey Smalldon, forensic psychologist and author of That Beast Was Not Me. This groundbreaking book chronicles his 50 years of analyzing and corresponding with some of history’s most notorious criminals, including Charles Manson, Ted Bundy, John Wayne Gary, Thomas Lee Dillon, and many others. What to Expect: 🌟 Unveiling the Letters: Gain unprecedented

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Ep:35 - John Wayne Gacy (THE SERIAL KILLER CLOWN)

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/01/21

John Wayne Gacy (born March 17, 1942, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.—died May 10, 1994, Statesville, Illinois) was an American serial killer whose murders of 33 boys and young men in the 1970s received international media attention and shocked his suburban Chicago community, where he was known for his sociability and his performance as a clown at charitable events and childrens’ parties. Gacy was born into a blue-collar family and seems to have had a fairly ordinary childhood. But he exhibited a growing

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Ep:34 - A Conversation with Edna Cowell Martin (TED...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/01/14

In this compelling interview, Edna Cowell Martin shares her experiences growing up alongside her cousin, the notorious serial killer Ted Bundy. From her family's roots in the Puget Sound region to witnessing Ted's unsettling behavior while under the influence of marijuana, and ultimately discovering his connection to the murders of dozens of young women, Edna's firsthand accounts are both chilling and revealing. This conversation offers just a glimpse into her story. For more gripping tales and

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Ep:33 - The Life & Times of Ted Bundy - AMERICA'S...

Murder Unscripted ·

2025/01/07

Today, the MU team explores the life and times of Ted Bundy - America's more notorious serial killer. Learn what made this monster tick, and how his actions have lasting effects even 50 years later. Next week, hear from Ted's very own cousin, author Edna Cowell Martin, who offers a chilling glimpse into the man whose name is synonymous with murder. Theodore Robert Bundy was born in Burlington, VT on November 24th, 1946. Bundy had a difficult childhood, including a strained relationship with his

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