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  • The Sunset Secret: An Ocala Tragedy

    The Sunset Secret: An Ocala Tragedy
    Jun 29 2025
    This comprehensive account details the tragic murder of 18-year-old Caleb Rowen in Ocala, Florida, at the hands of his mother, Diane Rowen, in early 2016. The text meticulously unfolds the police investigation, from the discovery of Caleb's body in a koi pond to the identification of the murder weapon and the subsequent questioning of suspects, including Caleb's mother and his boyfriend, Marcus Ellison. It highlights the deeply troubling role of religious intolerance and homophobia in the family dynamics leading up to the crime, particularly Diane's disapproval of Caleb's sexuality and her interactions with a youth pastor. The narrative culminates in Diane Rowen's conviction for second-degree murder and her sentencing, while also tracing the lives of those impacted by the tragedy, emphasizing Caleb's enduring legacy through his personal writings.
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    42 min
  • The Viral Murder of Lily Moran

    The Viral Murder of Lily Moran
    Jun 27 2025
    This true crime account details the tragic murder of Lily Moran, a young adopted girl whose death was intricately linked to her adoptive parents' family vlogging YouTube channel. It explores how the parents, Crystal and Teejay Moran, allegedly exploited their children for online fame and financial gain, ultimately leading to Lily's death by overdose from cold medicine. The narrative also highlights the crucial role of Lily's older sister, Jada, whose secretly recorded footage exposed the abuse and manipulative practices behind the seemingly wholesome family vlogs, leading to Crystal's conviction for first-degree murder and Teejay's plea deal for manslaughter. The text concludes by discussing the aftermath for those involved, including the parents' imprisonment and Jada's continued disappearance, underscoring the dark consequences of unchecked online ambition.
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    48 min
  • Poisoned Potluck: A Kentucky Family Betrayal

    Poisoned Potluck: A Kentucky Family Betrayal
    Jun 25 2025
    This true crime account details the 2016 murder of Trina Louise Dillard in Bowling Green, Kentucky, who was poisoned with cyanide in a dish of chicken and dumplings. The narrative describes Trina’s transient lifestyle and the discovery of her body, leading to a police investigation that uncovered familial tensions within the Dillard household. Ultimately, Trina's sister-in-law, Holly Jean Dillard, was convicted of the murder, with her husband, Travis Dillard, serving as an accessory, revealing a complex web of betrayal and jealousy exposed through digital evidence. The text follows the legal proceedings and the aftermath for those involved, highlighting how hidden family dynamics led to a shocking tragedy.
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    31 min
  • The Florida Family Massacre

    The Florida Family Massacre
    Jun 23 2025
    A podcast about the brutal family massacre that occurred in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in June 2017, focusing on the Reilly family murders. It describes the victims—Doug, Melissa, and their two sons, Tyler and Brandon—and the grisly discovery of their bodies. The narrative then follows the police investigation, which initially considers two suspects: Lance Rivers, a male entertainer with whom Melissa had a flirty text relationship, and Tanya Brewster, Melissa's best friend and next-door neighbor. A significant twist is revealed when a second phone belonging to Melissa exposes her secret romantic relationship with Tanya, and an anonymous message is sent to Lance.
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    42 min
  • The Son Who Loved Her to Death

    The Son Who Loved Her to Death
    Jun 21 2025
    This podcast details the tragic murder of Candace Leanne Morris in July 2019, focusing on the investigation and subsequent conviction of her 16-year-old son, Tanner Morris. The sources explain how Candace's death, initially staged to appear as an overdose, was revealed to be strangulation, leading police to suspect Tanner. The narrative explores the complex mother-son relationship, Tanner's jealousy over his mother's new boyfriend, and the potential influence of a religious neighbor, Leslie Brantley, who was initially suspected of aiding in the cover-up but never charged. Ultimately, Tanner's journal entries and confession secured his conviction for second-degree murder, resulting in a 30-year prison sentence.
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    40 min
  • The Fantasy Girlfriend: A Mother's Deadly Betrayal

    The Fantasy Girlfriend: A Mother's Deadly Betrayal
    Jun 19 2025
    This podcast provides an overview of a disturbing true crime case that unfolded in Katy, Texas, in March 2023, resulting in the murder of 14-year-old Jessica Lynn Carter. The narrative chronicles Jessica's disappearance and the subsequent discovery of her body, detailing the initial investigation that considered her ex-boyfriend and her mother, Cheryl Anne Meadows, as suspects. A pivotal twist is revealed when investigators uncover Cheryl’s elaborate deception: her supposed girlfriend, Kendall Bishop, was entirely fabricated. The texts explain how Cheryl’s desperation over financial issues and the desire to attend a Taylor Swift concert with her fictional partner led her to attempt to sell Jessica on the dark web, ultimately resulting in her daughter's strangulation when Jessica discovered the scheme.
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    28 min
  • Sunset Palms Murder

    Sunset Palms Murder
    Jun 17 2025
    11 min
  • Lake Isabella: Death of an Eagle Scout

    Lake Isabella: Death of an Eagle Scout
    Apr 4 2025
    The true crime podcast is an episode focusing on the 1979 death of Eagle Scout Timothy White at a summer camp in Lake Isabella, California. The narrative introduces Timothy, a promising teenager, and the discovery of his body at the base of an incline. The episode outlines the initial investigation by Detectives Hamby and Brixton, the questioning of fellow scout Joey Castiglleion, and the subsequent scrutiny of scout leader Vu Alberts due to alleged personal issues and a rumored relationship with Timothy's mother, Tammy White.
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    13 min