In this week's episode, Ashley discusses the doomsday cult with cats-- how it began, the many cults it was before it became Eva's Eden, and the horrible experiences of those who were members. This episode covers cults, cats, the apocalypse, a murder attempt and more. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity. Resources: https://vicomanija.com/en/sheryl-ruthven-biography-american-religious-figure/#google_vignettehttps://sojo.net/articles/opinion/when-strange-belief-turns-harmfulhttps://w...

In this week’s episode, Kat explores the story of Lisa Knoefel, a woman who opened her home to offer safety, stability, and a second chance. Instead, she brought something far more dangerous inside. In November 2012, Lisa was killed in her own home—but what followed would reveal something far more calculated… and far more personal. And the person responsible might not be who you think. Grab a drink and join us as we explore the dark side of humanity...with beer! References: Evil Lives Here ep...

In this week's episode Ashley discusses the unsolved case of the double murder of the Shorts' and the abduction of their 9 year old daughter, Jennifer Short. On August 15, 2002 Michael and Mary Short were shot by an intruder execution-style. Their daughter was taken. Who killed them? Why did they take Jennifer? Join us as we discuss this case and what has been discovered over the years. Resources: 1. https://unresolved.me/the-short-family 2. https://med...

In this week's episode, Ashley discusses the double murder of Ray and Ruth Raycroft and the attempted murder of their teenage daughter, Colleen. Collen was dating a man named Rick who just couldn't handle rejection. Take a listen as Ashley discusses the lives and murders of Ray and Ruth. If you are being stalked or feel like you're life is in danger due to an ex partner, please contact your local authorities, or reach out to us. There is help. You are not alone. Do not ignore the signs....

In this week's episode Ashley covers a case submitted to us by our listener Katie. The disappearance of Phylicia Thomas is a heartbreaking one. All Phylicia was trying to do is solve the disappearance of her friend Jennifer Barziloski and got too close to finding out the truth. This episode discusses Jennifer's disappearance, the people involved, and the theories of what happened to Phylicia. There is a $7,000 reward for any information that can help solve the case. All information shou...

In the tiny farming town of Skidmore, Missouri, nearly fifty people stood on Main Street and watched Ken McElroy die in broad daylight. When police arrived, every single witness said the same thing. “I didn’t see anything.” In this episode, Kat dives into the story of the man known as the “town bully,” the decades of fear that built up in Skidmore, and the shocking day when an entire town closed ranks and refused to identify a killer. Grab a drink and join us as we explore the dark side of hu...

We're a little late, but Happy 7th Anniversary to US! If you've been listening to us that long -WE LOVE YOU! If you're a new listener, we LOVE YOU, TOO! Thanks, y'all - we truly mean that. This week, Kat dives into the case of Brenda Andrew, the only woman on death row in Oklahoma. What began as a churchgoing suburban marriage ended in an affair, a bitter divorce and custody fight, and the fatal shooting of Rob Andrew in his own garage just before Thanksgiving 2001. We examine the contr...

They say twins have unbreakable bonds. Ones where they develop secret twin languages, intense connections and experiences, and so on. But what about twins that display erratic, completely psychotic behavior together? In this episode, Ashley discusses Ursula and Sabina Eriksson, identical twins from Sweden. Two women stood in the median of one of the busiest highways in the country. Then, one after the other, they ran directly into moving traffic. Resources: 1. https:...

**Listener discretion advised. This episode discusses stalking, domestic violence, and intimate partner homicide.** As January marks Stalking Awareness Month, Kat introduces us to Dominique “Nique” Leili - a devoted moom navigating a troubled marriage—& a victim of escalating control & surveillance that ultimately turned deadly. In 2011, Dominique disappeared in Gwinnett County, Georgia. Months later, her remains were discovered in a wooded area, and suspicion quickly focu...

In this week's episode, Ashley discusses the abduction and murder of Amber Hagerman, a 9 year old child from Arlington, TX in 1996. Her case led to the creation of the AMBER Alert system as well as the national sex offenders registry list amongst many other positive law changes involving how we treat child abductions. We discuss some of the laws plus international variations of the AMBER alert system. Amber's case is considered a cold case. If you have any information please contact the...