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Never Light Up A Room Podcast

Never Light Up A Room Podcast

We all know the cliche "they lit up a room". On this true crime podcast, we will explain why you should stay safe and never "light up a room"! We aim to shine a light on the well known cases as well as the overlooked or forgotten stories. Join us each week as we cover a new investigation and illuminate the darkness that surrounds us.

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00:56:15

Episode 104: The Disappearance of Tom and Eileen...

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2026/04/08

On January 25, 1998, Tom and Eileen Lonergan set out on a dream scuba diving trip to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, but it ended in tragedy when they were left behind in the open ocean. Stranded miles from shore; the couple endured days alone at sea before anyone realized they were missing. This episode explores the chilling timeline, unanswered questions, including a haunting message later discovered, and the devastating consequences of human error. Sources: Currell, Rob; “Horrifying final

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00:57:34

Leave the Light On March 2026

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2026/04/01

We're back with our twenty fifth Leave the Light On episode where we recap the cases covered in the previous month, discuss true crime headlines from the month, and give you a sneak peak at what is coming up in the next month. If we know!References: Deliso, Meredith; “Jury finds Utah mom Kouri Richins guilty of fatally poisoning husband with fentanyl”; ABC News; March 16, 2026; https://abcnews.com/US/closing-arguments-murder-trial-kouri-richins-utah-mom/story?id=131117904; accessed March 30,

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00:58:27

Episode 103: The Murder of Bob Crane

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2026/04/01

In 1978, beloved TV star Bob Crane was found dead inside his Scottsdale apartment, leaving behind a crime scene as shocking as it was confusing. What initially seemed like a straightforward case quickly unraveled into a web of fame, secrets, and questionable relationships. As investigators dug deeper, inconsistencies and missing pieces made it difficult to determine exactly what happened that night. This episode explores the rise and fall of a television icon and the mystery that still surrounds his

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00:55:56

Episode Re-release: The Disappearance of Maura Murray

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2026/03/25

With Megs and Wally being a little busy this week they didn't want to rush an episode. That being said we are rereleasing Episode 034 which has to do with the disappearance of Maura Murray. So enjoy! On the evening of February 9th 2004, 21 year old college student Maura Murray would be involved in a car accident when her car came off the road and crashed into a tree in Haverhill New Hampshire. Police were called and arrived within 10 minutes but Maura was no where to be found. Tune in this week

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00:53:05

Episode 102: The Death of Rey Rivera

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2026/03/18

On a spring afternoon in 2006, Rey Rivera rushed out of his Baltimore home after a sudden phone call and was never seen alive again. Days later, he was found inside the historic Belvedere Hotel, in circumstances that left investigators with more questions than answers. What initially appeared straightforward quickly unraveled into a mystery filled with strange evidence, conflicting theories, and unsettling details. In this episode, we explore the moments leading up to Rey’s disappearance and the

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00:47:54

Episode 101: The Disappearance of Daniel Morcombe

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2026/03/11

On December 7, 2003, 13-year-old Daniel Morcombe left home to catch a bus on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, expecting a normal afternoon of Christmas shopping, but he never arrived. His disappearance sparked the largest police investigation in Queensland’s history, gripping a nation and leaving a family and community searching for answers. As years passed, the case followed a winding path marked by missed connections, resurfacing names, and investigative risks. This episode explores the moments before

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00:57:19

Episode 100: The Murder of Tara Grinstead

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2026/03/04

In this episode, we dive into the haunting disappearance of Tara Grinstead, a beloved high school teacher and former beauty queen who vanished from her small Georgia town without a trace. What begins as a quiet weekend quickly turns into a mystery filled with unsettling clues, unanswered questions, and a community desperate for answers. As years pass with no resolution, an unexpected development brings renewed attention to a case many feared would never be solved. Join us as we explore who Tara was,

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01:23:57

Leave the Light On February 2026

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2026/03/02

We're back with our twenty fourth Leave the Light On episode where we recap the cases covered in the previous month, discuss true crime headlines from the month, and give you a sneak peak at what is coming up in the next month. If we know!References: Shapiro, Emily; “Nancy Guthrie abduction: The full timeline”; Good Morning America; Feb 24, 2026; https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/news/story/nancy-guthrie-abduction-timeline-mysterious-disappearance-savannah-guthries-129848673; accessed Feb 24,

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00:43:29

Episode 099: The Murder of Reeva Steenkamp

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2026/02/25

This week, we are covering the life and tragic death of 29-year-old Reeva Steenkamp — a model, law graduate, and passionate advocate for women facing abuse — whose promising future was cut short on Valentine’s Day 2013 when she was shot and killed by her boyfriend, Paralympic athlete 26-year-old Oscar Pistorius. What began as a highly publicized romance quickly became one of the most infamous criminal cases in modern history, sparking global debate over domestic violence, intent, and justice. Beyond

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00:52:01

Episode 098: The Murders of Julie Kibuishi and Sam Herr

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2026/02/18

On this episode, we dive into the haunting case of Julie Kibuishi and Sam Herr, two college students whose lives became tragically intertwined in Orange County. What begins as a concerned father checking on his son quickly unravels into a baffling mystery filled with unanswered calls, disturbing discoveries, and a missing person at the center of it all. As investigators dig deeper, unexpected connections and strange clues raise more questions than answers. Sources: Mehrotra, Kriti, “Steve and

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00:59:45

Episode 097: The Murders of Crystal Rogers and Tommy...

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2026/02/11

On July 3, 2015, a devoted mother of five vanished from a small Kentucky town, setting off a chain of events that would haunt an entire community for years. As her family pushed relentlessly for answers, her father became the face of the search, until his own life was violently taken while pursuing justice for his daughter. In the final chapter of our Bardstown series, we explore a disappearance that refused to fade and a family’s fight that would change everything.Sources: Mathews, Alexis; “Sherry

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00:50:45

Episode 096: The Murder of Skylar Neese

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2026/02/04

Sixteen-year-old Skylar Neese vanished in the early morning hours of July 6, 2012, after sneaking out of her parents’ home to meet friends, an act her family believed meant she’d be back by morning. When surveillance footage shows Skylar willingly getting into a car, police assume she’s a runaway, but her parents know something isn’t right and begin a relentless search on their own. In this episode, we explore who Skylar was, the final hours before she disappeared, and how a seemingly ordinary group

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01:00:05

Leave the Light On January 2026

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2026/02/01

We're back with our twenty third Leave the Light On episode where we recap the cases covered in the previous month, discuss true crime headlines from the month, and give you a sneak peak at what is coming up in the next month. If we know!References: Czachor, Emily Mae, “Renee Good, the driver shot and killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, was a mom and widow. Here's what we know.” CBS NEWS, January 10,2026, https://www.cbsnews.com/news/renee-good-killed-ice-minneapolis-what-we-know/,

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00:54:17

Episode 095: The Murders of Kathy and Samantha...

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2026/01/28

In April 2014, the quiet town of Bardstown, Kentucky was shattered when 48-year-old Kathy Netherland and her 16-year-old daughter, Samantha, were found brutally murdered in their home. This episode explores who Kathy and Samantha were, the disturbing details of the crime scene, the investigation that followed, and the mysterious black Chevy Impala seen near their home on the night of the killings. More than a decade later the case remains unsolved, and anyone with information is urged to contact

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00:50:08

Episode 094: The Murder of Helle Crafts

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2026/01/21

Helle Crafts was a Danish-born flight attendant who built a globe-trotting career before settling into family life in Connecticut. When she vanished after returning from an international flight, the explanations given didn’t match the woman her friends and colleagues knew. What followed was an investigation that uncovered unsettling clues and turned a missing person's case into one of the most haunting stories of its time. Sources: Stories of the Unsolved writers, “The Murder of Helle

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00:41:10

Episode 093: The Murder of Officer Jason Ellis

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2026/01/14

In the early morning hours of May 25, 2013, Bardstown Police Officer, 33-year-old Jason Ellis had just signed off from his shift and was heading home to his wife and 2 young sons. As Jason exited the Blue Grass Highway on Exit 34, he came to a stop as the ramp was blocked with tree branches. Jason pulled over and got out of his vehicle, but tragically, as he cleared the branches from the road, he was shot multiple times and killed. If you have any information about Jason’s case, please contact

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00:52:28

Episode 092: The Murder of Cara Knott

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2026/01/07

On December 27th, 1986, 20-year-old Cara Knott set out on what should have been a routine 40-minute drive home through San Diego County, but she never arrived. By morning, her car was found abandoned off the interstate, launching a search that would uncover unsettling clues and raise disturbing questions about what happened along that stretch of road. Sources: Moorhouse, Drusilla, “A Cop Who Killed A San Diego College Student In 1986 Gave 'Safety Tips' In A TV News Ride-Along Days

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00:51:59

Leave the Light On December 2025

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2026/01/01

We're back with our twenty second Leave the Light On episode where we recap the cases covered in the previous month, discuss true crime headlines from the month, and give you a sneak peak at what is coming up in the next month. If we know!References: “2025 Bondi Beach Shooting”, Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2025_Bondi_Beach_shooting. Accessed December 12th 2025. NBC News, “Brown University shooting: Suspect found dead, is also accused of killing MIT professor” NBC News, December

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00:45:48

Episode 091: The Murder of Tammy Jo Blanton

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2025/12/31

On Sept 11, 2014, 46-year-old Tammy Jo Blanton did not show up at work, prompting concern from her co-workers who immediately contacted police requesting a welfare check. That welfare check resulted in officers discovering a crime scene that was later described as worse than a horror movie. If you or someone you know if experiencing domestic violence, please consider reaching out for support at the following resources: Canadian Domestic Violence Support: Government of Canada: Find Family Violence

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00:50:50

Episode 090: 2025 Christmas Special

Never Light Up A Room Podcast ·

2025/12/24

Its the most wonderful time of the year! We are back with our second annual Christmas special where we dive into the case of Edgar Frostwick and the murder of Morris Shackles. With the 2 being long time business partners when Morris is murdered, Can Edgar find the killer? or is he the suspect in this crime?

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