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Mind Over Murder

William F. Thomas and Kristin M. Dilley

Listen to Mind Over Murder, the true crime podcast from victim"s advocates Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley. Kristin is a researcher, writer and teacher from Virginia. Bill is an entertainment executive now living in Connecticut who is also the brother of a murder victim. His younger sister Cathy Thomas along with her girlfriend Rebecca Dowski, were the first two victims in now partially solved Colonial Parkway Murders ,which claimed the lives of at least 10 young people near Williamsburg from 1986 to

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49:35

NEW: Cold Red FBI Profilers React to Colonial Parkway...

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2026/02/23

"Mind Over Murder" co-hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley are joined by former FBI agents and profilers James R Fitzgerald and Dr. Raymond Carr in a new crossover episode with the "Cold Red" podcast. Fitz and Ray offer their expert opinion as they discuss the recently announced news that the October 1986 murder of Cathy Thomas and Rebecca Dowski has now been linked via DNA to Colonial Parkway Murders suspect Alan Wade Wilmer, Sr. This brings Wilmer's total murders to 6 victims.Cold Red Podcast on

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29:43

NEW: Dead Certain: The Martha Moxley Murder (Part 2)

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2026/02/19

Journalist Andrew Goldman joins "Mind Over Murder" co-hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley to discuss his new podcast "Dead Certain: The Martha Moxley Murder," which covers the 1975 case of Martha Moxley. Kennedy cousin Michael Skakel was convicted of Moxley's murder in 2002. His conviction was later overturned due to inadequate counsel, and after several back and forth decisions, the State of Connecticut declined to pursue charges against Skakel in 2020. This is part 2 of 2 parts covering "Dead

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39:37

NEW: Dead Certain: The Martha Moxley Murder (Part 1)

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2026/02/16

Journalist Andrew Goldman joins "Mind Over Murder" co-hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley to discuss his new podcast "Dead Certain: The Martha Moxley Murder," which covers the 1975 case of Martha Moxley. Kennedy cousin Michael Skakel was convicted of Moxley's murder in 2002. His conviction was later overturned due to inadequate counsel, and after several back and forth decisions, the State of Connecticut declined to pursue charges against Skakel in 2020. This is part 1 of 2 parts covering "Dead

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51:24

BONUS: Human Trafficking w/ Jerome Elam

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2026/02/14

Join "Mind Over Murder" co-hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley as they interview Jerome Elam, expert on human trafficking and chairman of the Trafficking in America Task Force. Learn how kids, young people and adults are trafficked and how they are drawn into this sordid multimillion dollar business where humans are traded for sex, drugs, money, and even human organs. This bonus episode of "Mind Over Murder" originally ran on October 13, 2025.Trafficking in America Task

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47:14

BONUS: Bone Valley with Author Gilbert King

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2026/02/09

Join Pulitzer Prize willing author Gilbert King as he sits down with "Mind Over Murder" podcast hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley to discuss his new book and hit podcast "Bone Valley." The book and podcast tells a true story of injustice and redemption in the heart of Florida-- in 1988, Leo Schofield was arrested and charged with the murder of his wife, Michelle-- a murder he did not commit. Leo served more than 30 years, and was ultimately released on parole. He has yet to be exonerated despite

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44:44

NEW: Real Crime Profile/BCWC Covers Colonial Parkway...

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2026/02/07

Join "Mind Over Murder" co-hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley as they are interviewed by "Real Crime Profile" and "Best Case Worst Case" co-hosts Jim Clemente, Kathy Canning-Mello and Maureen O'Connell. All three are former FBI agents, and Jim and Kathy trained as FBI profilers. They discuss the latest developments in the Colonial Parkway Murders, including the FBI's recently announced link of Cathy Thomas and Rebecca Dowski's murders to serial killer Alan Wade Wilmer, Sr. in Virginia.Real Crime

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47:34

NEW: Ancestry.com Rules Block Law Enforcement Searches

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2026/02/02

Join "Mind Over Murder" co-host Bill Thomas and investigator Jennifer Bucholtz of the "Break the Case" podcast as the discuss the new highly restrictive rules introduced by Ancestry.com which will have a serious impact on law enforcement searches for missing persons, murders and unidentified remains searches. Jen is a former Army Intelligence Office now with the El Paso Colorado Sheriff's Department; she also co-hosts "Break the Case" with investigative journaist George Jared. Kristin Dilley was

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40:56

NEW: Cathy Thomas/Rebecca Dowski CPM Murder Solved...

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2026/01/29

Join "Mind Over Murder" co-hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley as they discuss Bill Thomas and Bob Dowski's recent meeting with FBI Norfolk, where they were told that waterman Alan Wade Wilmer, Senior was responsible for the murder of their two sisters in October 1986. Let us take you inside the actual meeting. How was the Thomas/Dowski case closed? Are they satisfied with the FBI's story? How many open questions remain? What about the other unsolved Colonial Parkway Murders? What are next steps

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42:30

NEW: Cathy Thomas/Rebecca Dowski CPM Murder Solved...

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2026/01/26

Join "Mind Over Murder" co-hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley as they discuss Bill Thomas and Bob Dowski's recent meeting with FBI Norfolk, where they were told that waterman Alan Wade Wilmer, Senior was responsible for the murder of their two sisters in October 1986. Let us take you inside the actual meeting. How was the Thomas/Dowski case closed? Are they satisfied with the FBI's story? How many open questions remain? What about the other unsolved Colonial Parkway Murders? What are next steps

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43:33

NEW: NYT: Serial Killers Hiding in Plain Sight (Part 2)

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2026/01/19

Join "Mind Over Murder" co-hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley as they discuss new article in the New York Times by Mike Baker: "Her Brother Pleaded Guilty to the Idaho Murders. Now She is Ready to Talk." Kristin and Bill compare the experience of Mel Kohberger, sister of Idaho 4 killer Bryan Kohberger, and the family of Alan Wade Wilmer, Sr., who has been linked to 4 murders in Virginia, including 2 of the Colonial Parkway Murders. This is part 2 of 2 parts.Her Brother Pleaded Guilty to the

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48:12

BONUS: FBI Profiler James Fitzgerald's New Book

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2026/01/15

Legendary FBI profiler James R. Fitzgerald joins "Mind Over Murder" co-hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley to discuss his latest book, A Journey to the Center of the Mind, which covers his work on many high profile FBI cases including the Unabomb case, 9/11, the Olympic Park bombing in Atlanta, the JonBenet Ramsey case, his work on the hit TV series Criminal Minds and much more.This bonus episode of "Mind Over Murder" originally ran on September 8, 2025A Journey to the Center of the Mind - Book IV:

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42:37

NEW: NYT: Serial Killers Hiding in Plain Sight (Part 1)

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2026/01/12

Join "Mind Over Murder" co-hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley as they discuss new article in the New York Times by Mike Baker: "Her Brother Pleaded Guilty to the Idaho Murders. Now She is Ready to Talk." Kristin and Bill compare the experience of Mel Kohberger, sister of Idaho 4 killer Bryan Kohberger, and the family of Alan Wade Wilmer, Sr., who has been linked to 4 murders in Virginia, including 2 of the Colonial Parkway Murders.Her Brother Pleaded Guilty to the Idaho Murders. Now She’s Ready

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31:28

BONUS: And Then Came the Blues Katrina Brownlee

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2026/01/10

Former NYPD Detective Kristina Brownlee joins "Mind Over Murder" podcast co-hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley to discuss her new book "And Then Came the Blues: My Story of Survival on Both Sides of the Badge." The book tells the story of Katrina's survival after her fiance tried to kill her, leaving her lying bleeding with 10 bullets in her body, her decision to push back against domestic violence by joining the NYPD, rising to the rank of detective, and her inspiring creation of "Young Ladies of

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39:55

NEW: A Plane Crash, A Train Wreck and Remarkable Acts...

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2026/01/05

Join "Mind Over Murder" co-hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley as they discuss the new book "The Worst Day: A Plane Crash, A Train Wreck, and Remarkable Acts of Heroism in Washington, DC" with author Bruce Goldfarb. It tells the true story of the disaster of Air Florida Flight 90, which crashed into the Potomac River just after takeoff from Washington DC's National Airport in a blizzard. At the same time, a DC Metro train derailed, resulting in multiple deaths-- a tremendous challenge for first

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51:07

BONUS: Ann Rule w Author Cathy Scott

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2026/01/02

"Mind Over Murder" podcast hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley are joined by best selling true crime author Cathy Scott, who fills us in on her new writing project, a biography of the legendary author Ann Rule. This bonus episode of "Mind Over Murder" originally ran on August 11, 2025.Cathy Scott Website: http://www.cathyscott.com/American Detective TV series: Colonial Parkway Murders:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fp3rNRZnL0EWashingtonian: A Murder on the Rappahannock

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50:55

NEW: Death in the Jungle w Candace Fleming

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2025/12/29

Join "Mind Over Murder" co-hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley as they discuss the new book "Death in the Jungle" with author Candace Fleming. The book tells the bizarre story of the People's Temple, a religious organization which was responsible for the murder of more than 900 temple members in Jonestown, Guyana in November 1978. The temple, which many critics said ultimately became a cult, was led by charismatic leader Jim Jones.Death in the Jungle: Murder, Betrayal, and the Lost Dream of

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7:15

Christmas BONUS: 'Twas the Night Before Christmas by...

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2025/12/22

Join Mind Over Murder true crime podcast hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley as they read "A Visit from St. Nicholas," more popularly known as "Twas the Night Before Christmas" by author Clement C. Moore. This was originally read by Kristin and Bill in December 2021, and it is back by popular demand!Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and Happy New Year from Mind Over Murder. Whatever you celebrate, stay healthy and healthy in the New Year. Kristin Dilley and Bill ThomasTheme song: "We Wish you a Merry

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40:50

NEW: Ask Us Anything Colonial Parkway Murders (Part 5)

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2025/12/19

Join "Mind Over Murder" co-hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley in a new "Ask Us Anything" episode. We discuss the Colonial Parkway Murders, the recent linkage of the Laurie Ann Powell murder to Colonial Parkway Murders suspect Alan Wade Wilmer Senior, his possible connection to New Zealand suspect Ron Little, and more. This is Part 5 of our brand new "Ask Us Anything" series on the Colonial Parkway Murders.You Tube: VSP Identify Suspect in 1988 Laurie Ann Powell Homicide Cold

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48:19

NEW: Ask Us Anything Colonial Parkway Murders (Part 4)

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2025/12/15

Join "Mind Over Murder" co-hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley in a new "Ask Us Anything" episode. We discuss the Colonial Parkway Murders, the recent linkage of the Laurie Ann Powell murder to Colonial Parkway Murders suspect Alan Wade Wilmer Senior, his possible connection to New Zealand suspect Ron Little, and more. This is Part 4 of our brand new "Ask Us Anything" series on the Colonial Parkway Murders.You Tube: VSP Identify Suspect in 1988 Laurie Ann Powell Homicide Cold

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56:45

BONUS: Reporter Kevin Fixler on Idaho 4 Case

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2025/12/12

Kevin Fixler, investigative reporter for the Idaho Statesman, joins "Mind Over Murder" cohosts Kristin Dilley and Bill Thomas to discuss murder of Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Kaylee Goncalves and Madison Mogen, four college students killed by spree killer Bryan Kohberger at a group house in Moscow, Idaho in November 2022, in a case now known as the Idaho 4 Murders. Suspect Bryan Kohberger has recently accepted a plea arrangement to serve four consecutive life sentences in lieu of the death

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