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Crisis & Consequences

Crisis and Consequences / Charity Doyle

Crisis & Consequences is a true crime podcast with a purpose, where we step out of our daily lives and dive into murder stories and the complicated humans behind them. Hosted by Charity Doyle and Karabeth Borresen, each episode blends storytelling, dark humor, and real conversation — because sometimes the best way to understand crisis is by getting lost in a really good crime story. All proceeds support OneHeart’s mission to empower people to overcome crisis and achieve

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41:29

A Dollar Fifty – Deadly Consequence of Swatting -Ep.116

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2026/04/15

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of gun violence, fatal police shooting, suicide, and themes of online harassment. Listener discretion is advised… Summary In this episode of Crisis & Consequences, we examine the tragic 2017 swatting incident in Wichita, Kansas—a case that forever changed how law enforcement and the public view digital threats. What began as an online argument over a $1.50 video game wager escalated into a deadly chain of events, ending in the fatal

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45:18

Girl in the Closet – Lauren Kavanaugh Story Ep.115

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2026/04/08

Content Warning: This episode contains detailed descriptions of severe child abuse, including physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, and torture. Listener discretion is strongly advised. Summary In this deeply disturbing and heartbreaking episode of Crisis & Consequences, we examine the case of Lauren Kavanaugh—a young girl whose survival shocked the nation in 2001. Rescued at just eight years old, Lauren weighed only 25.6 pounds and had spent the majority of her life confined to a small,

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24:26

One Strike Left: Life and Unsolved Murder of Alberta...

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2026/04/01

In Episode 114 of Crisis & Consequences, we explore the remarkable life and still-unsolved murder of Alberta Odell Jones—a groundbreaking attorney, civil rights advocate, and the first Black woman admitted to the Kentucky bar. Born and raised in Louisville’s West End during segregation, Jones rose through determination and brilliance to become a pioneering prosecutor and a fierce advocate for justice, voting rights, and vulnerable members of her community.But in August 1965, at the height of

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35:53

Slender Man Murder in the Waukesha Woods - Ep. 113

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2026/03/25

We examine one of the most disturbing crimes connected to internet folklore: the 2014 Slender Man stabbing in Waukesha, Wisconsin. What began as a fictional horror character posted on an online forum evolved into a global creepypasta phenomenon—and ultimately influenced two twelve-year-old girls to attempt to murder their friend in order to prove loyalty to the fictional entity they believed was real.This episode explores how internet culture, childhood mental illness, and digital folklore collided

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54:56

When AI Love Turns Deadly: The Dark Side of Digital...

Crisis & Consequences ·

2026/03/18

In this episode we explore the unsettling reality behind AI companion apps—technology designed to combat loneliness that, in some cases, has been linked to manipulation, psychological dependency, and tragic outcomes. As loneliness and mental health challenges rise across the United States, millions of people—especially teens—are turning to AI chatbots for emotional support, friendship, and even romantic relationships. Apps like Replika, Character.AI, and Nomi promise connection without judgment,

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51:39

Disciples of Darkness - The Minivan Murderers - Ep. 111

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2026/03/11

In Episode 111 of Crisis & Consequences, we investigate the disturbing case of James Daveggio and Michelle Michaud, known as the “Minivan Murderers,” whose crimes were directly inspired by their obsession with the earlier Gerald and Charlene Gallego case. Living out of a modified Dodge Caravan rigged for abduction and assault, the pair carried out a series of kidnappings and sexual assaults across Northern California and Nevada in 1997, culminating in the torture and murder of 22-year-old

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51:34

Deadly Duo: Sick & Twisted Sex Slave Saga - Ep.110

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2026/03/04

In this episode we examine the horrifying crimes of Gerald and Charlene Gallego, a husband-and-wife serial killer partnership known as the “Sex Slave Killers.” Between 1978 and 1980, the couple abducted, sexually assaulted, and murdered at least ten victims across California, Nevada, and Oregon. Using Charlene’s friendly, non-threatening appearance to lure mostly teenage girls into their vehicle, the pair carried out a calculated pattern of kidnapping, torture, and execution that terrorized the West

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41:26

Picture Perfect: The Heinous Hart Family...

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2026/02/25

Episode 109 of Crisis & Consequences investigates the devastating Hart family murder-suicide — a case that shocked the nation and exposed deep cracks in the child welfare system. What appeared online to be a joyful, progressive, picture-perfect adoptive family unraveled into a hidden reality of abuse, starvation, and control. In March 2018, Jennifer and Sarah Hart drove their six adopted children off a cliff along California’s Highway 1 in a deliberate act that ended eight lives.This episode

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63:45

48 Hours of Terror - Ep. 108

Crisis & Consequences ·

2026/02/18

Episode 108 of Crisis & Consequences examines the brutal 48-hour killing spree of Wade Steven Wilson and the devastating loss of Kristine Melton and Diane Ruiz. What begins as a night out in Cape Coral, Florida, escalates into two senseless murders that leave families shattered and a community reeling. Host Charity unpacks not only the crimes themselves, but the disturbing cultural phenomenon that followed: the rapid transformation of a double murderer into a viral internet antihero.This

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52:56

Sante & Kenny Kimes — No Body, No Crime: The Gold...

Crisis & Consequences ·

2026/02/11

SummaryIn the first official episode of Crisis & Consequences, we examine the chilling case of Sante and Kenny Kimes — a mother-son duo whose bond fueled decades of fraud, manipulation, and murder. From Sante’s troubled early life and escalating criminal behavior to the grooming of her son Kenny as an accomplice, this episode traces how their partnership left a trail of missing victims and devastated families across the country. The case culminates in the 1998 disappearance of New York

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46:37

Digital Danger—How Sextortion Targets People and...

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2026/02/04

Sextortion has become the fastest-growing scam targeting teenagers globally, linked to more than 27 suicides in the US alone. This episode explores how predators use digital platforms to coerce children and teens into sharing explicit content through threats and manipulation. Host discusses the alarming statistics—1 in 5 teens have experienced sextortion—and provides practical guidance on protecting children, recognizing warning signs, and responding if victimization occurs. The episode emphasizes

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64:56

Murder or Self-Defense - The Mashek Case - Ep. 105

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2026/01/28

Murder or Self-Defense? The Mashek Case - EP. 105 In a case defined by disturbing surveillance footage, power imbalance, and a single fatal shot, the line between victim and perpetrator is anything but clear. In this episode of The Escape Pod, we examine the tragic and legally complex case of Richard “Dickey” Mashek and Kelly Ann Croyle—a case that forced prosecutors, experts, and the public to confront a difficult question: When does self-defense begin in situations of prolonged terror and

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47:00

Greedy Grannies — The Black Widow Murders of Helen...

Crisis & Consequences ·

2026/01/21

They looked like harmless grandmothers. Well-dressed. Polite. Unassuming. But behind the bleach-blonde hair and designer handbags was a calculated, cold-blooded scheme that turned human lives into insurance payouts. In this episode of The Escape Pod, we uncover the shocking true story of Helen Golay and Olga Rutterschmidt—two elderly women who targeted homeless men, gained their trust, insured their lives for millions, and waited for the perfect moment to kill. This is the chilling case known as

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28:24

Amber ALERT- Ep. 103

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2026/01/14

Eight Minutes That Changed America: The Legacy of Amber HagermanOn January 13, 1996, nine-year-old Amber Hagerman left home on her pink bicycle for one more ride—and never returned. In just eight minutes, she vanished from an abandoned parking lot in Arlington, Texas, setting off one of the most heartbreaking child abduction cases in American history. Her story would transform grief into action, outrage into advocacy, and a single tragedy into a nationwide child-protection system that has saved

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37:46

A Mother’s Malice: The Atrocities of Theresa Knorr -...

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2026/01/07

In this harrowing episode, Charity uncovers the almost-unbelievable true story of Theresa Knorr — a mother whose escalating paranoia, rage, and brutality turned her own home into a prison, and her children into victims, witnesses, and unwilling accomplices. This case begins on a quiet stretch of California highway, where a passerby spots flames in the woods… and stumbles onto a burned body that would remain unidentified for nine long years. That Jane Doe would later be revealed as 18-year-old Susan

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The Murder of Timothy Coggins - Ep. 101

Crisis & Consequences ·

2025/12/31

In this devastating episode, Charity takes listeners back to 1983 Griffin, Georgia—where racism, silence, and unchecked hatred converged to steal the life of 23-year-old Timothy Coggins. A charismatic, funny, deeply loved young Black man, Timothy was brutally tortured and murdered in an act of racial violence so horrific that it stunned even seasoned investigators.For decades, the truth was buried—covered up by fear, intimidation, missing evidence, and a system poisoned by white supremacy. But time

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47:40

From Protection to Peril, the Sabrina Zunich Case-...

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2025/12/24

In this harrowing milestone episode, Charity unpacks one of the most shocking and heartbreaking cases to ever come through the foster care system—the murder of Lisa Knoefel, a dedicated social worker and loving mother, at the hands of the teen she brought into her home to protect.What began as an act of compassion—taking in 16-year-old Sabrina Zunich, a girl with a traumatic past and severe mental health struggles—quickly twisted into something unimaginable. Grooming. Manipulation. A secret

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35:02

Desperate for Motherhood: Pregnancy Abductions Ep. 99

Crisis & Consequences ·

2025/12/17

In this chilling and emotionally heavy episode, Charity dives into the rare but deeply disturbing world of pregnancy abductions, fabricated pregnancies, and pregnancy denial. Sparked by a previous conversation with guest Vallen Webb, this episode examines how the intense psychological pull toward motherhood can lead to deception, violence, and—tragically—murder.With fewer than 40 documented fetal abduction cases worldwide, these crimes are rare, but their brutality is staggering. Charity breaks

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32:44

Protection or Illusion_ The Deadly Gaps in Protection...

Crisis & Consequences ·

2025/12/09

In this episode of The Escape Pod, we confront a sobering truth: the legal shield meant to protect victims of domestic violence can sometimes be little more than paper. Protection orders—also called restraining orders—are often hailed as a first line of defense, but as we’ll hear in today’s stories, their promises of safety are not always enough.Through real cases, data, and expert insights, we explore the deadly gaps in enforcement, the scenarios where orders fail, and the ways the system could

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47:11

Digital Desire, Deadly Outcomes: The Case of Grant...

Crisis & Consequences ·

2025/12/03

In today’s episode, we dive into the disturbing intersection of digital obsession, parasocial relationships, online sex work, addiction, and the psychological phenomenon known as hybristophilia—the attraction to criminals. Few cases capture this toxic blend more clearly than the story of Grant Amato, a Florida man who murdered his entire family in 2019 to continue funding a fantasy relationship with a cam model.This case is a haunting example of how unchecked obsession, entitlement, and delusion

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