When Nannie Doss found herself in an abusive home, she turned to the only outlet she had—books. Romance novels delighted her, and she was determined to find the love she wanted and deserved. She would let nothing, and no one, stand in her way.

Black Widow: The True Story of Giggling Granny Nannie Doss by Ryan Green

https://allthatsinteresting.com/nannie-doss-giggling-granny

https://gizmodo.com/the-giggling-granny-serial-killer-who-smiled-all-the-1718086506

https://www.alabamaheritage.com/from-the-vault/the-giggling-granny

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Today we’re diving deeper into the case of Skylar Neese. When an outgoing, hardworking teenager went missing in the middle of the night, her family knew something terrible had happened. As the police dug into the case, they felt sure the answer lied with her two best friends. But they weren’t prepared for what they discovered.

Self-care: Weighted blankets

Prepare: Be mindful of what you put on social media—especially if you’re young

https://www.nbc.com/dateline-secrets-uncovered/video/something-wicked/4287339

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Most of us would be thrilled if our children made a couple of close friends in high school. But when Skylar Neese befriended two girls, Sheila Eddy and Rachel Shoaf, she found herself in a dramatic triangle. Her behavior changed, but everyone chalked it up to her just being a teenager. Until she went missing in the middle of the night.

https://www.nbc.com/dateline-secrets-uncovered/video/something-wicked/4287339

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Today we continue the chaotic court and custody battle of the Rucki family. When we left off, you had heard all about Sandra Grazzini-Rucki’s manipulation, parental alienation, and her revolving door of lawyers, most notably joined by Michelle MacDonald. In today’s episode, we’ll learn how all of this led to the disappearance of Samantha and Gianna, and David’s fight to find his girls.

Self-care: Hyaluronic Acid, the new “hot” item in skin care. It’s a lifesaver! Try this hand lotion out for extra hydrated skin: Farmskin Superfood for Skin.

Prepare: You never know ANYONE other than yourself. Also, don’t sign anything without reading it, EVER!

The Girls Are Gone: The True Story of Two Sisters Who Vanished, the Father Who Kept Searching, and the Adults Who Conspired to Keep the Truth Hidden by Michael Brodkorb and Allison Mann

20/20 Footprints in the Snow

https://www.duluthnewstribune.com/news/4120172-mother-gets-prison-time-hiding-daughters-minnesota

https://missinginminnesota.com/

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Two ill girls meet and befriend each other. In any other situation, that sounds like a happy story. But for Pauline Parker and Juliet Hulme, this bond would become obsessive, leading not just to an addictive and all-consuming friendship, but eventually to murder.

Self-care: Magnesium L Threonate (always talk with your doctor first!)

Prepare: Pay attention to who you’re spending time with. If they’re bringing your mental health down, it’s NOT worth it!

https://truecrimemama.com/tag/hilda-hulme/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZNxBbRb2Co

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We’re back with part 2 of last week’s sad missing person case...

After 7-year-old Kyron Horman went missing, his Portland community rallied to search for him. But the continued efforts turned up nothing but more pain and heartache for his mother, Desiree. Someone knows something. But is that someone keeping it quiet?

Self-care: Go see a therapist. It’s not just for extreme cases; everyone can benefit from therapy! Prioritize your mental health and take care of yourself— mental health is health!

Prepare: Keep an eye out around you; if you suspect someone that cares for your child is an alcoholic or suffers from a personality disorder, SAY SOMETHING. Better safe than sorry.

Boy Missing: The Search for Kyron Horman by Rebecca Morris

Little Boy Lost: An ID mystery

https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/kidnap/kyron-richard-horman

https://unsolvedmagazine.com/the-kyron-horman-case-updated/

https://www.oregonlive.com/portland/2010/06/kyron_horman_chronology_of_eve.html

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We’re back with part 2 of the gruesome murder of a suburban housewife….

In the last episode, we heard all about the well-planned and poorly executed affair between church members Allan Gore and Candy Montgomery. Today, we’re covering what happened after they called it quits and how that led to a mom of two dead on the utility floor.

*Update of interest on Candace Montgomery and the murder of Betty Gore: On May 9th 2022, Hulu is releasing a series called Candy, starring Jessica Biel as Candy Montgomery. Later in 2022, an HBO series called Love & Death starring Elizabeth Olsen as Candy Montgomery is set to release.*

Self-care: Buy yourself some Dexter-style murder gloves and wear them when you cook with potentially devastating poblano peppers, or any peppers for that matter. If you forget, butter up those bad boys and soak your hands overnight! (Bonus tip: butter is a great moisturizer in a pinch!)

Prepare: If you’re going to sleep in said murder gloves, wake your spouse up to tell them before you go to bed, so they don’t try to murder you in the morning.

(Check out said murder glove pic of Cassie on social media @bodypartspod)

Evidence of Love: A True Story of Passion and Death in the Suburbs

https://inaroundmag.com/local/anniversary-of-an-ax-murder/

https://www.texasmonthly.com/articles/love-and-death-in-silicon-prairie-part-i-candy-montgomerys-affair/

https://www.texasmonthly.com/articles/love-and-death-in-silicon-prairie-part-ii-the-killing-of-betty-gore/

https://www.popsugar.com/entertainment/elisabeth-moss-cast-as-killer-candy-montgomery-47599737

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In the summer of 1980, two men received calls from their neighbor, Allan Gore, begging him to go check on his wife. They found the lights on, the car in the garage, but no sign of Betty Gore. They entered the house nervously, unsure of what to expect. Nothing could have prepared them for what they found— a gruesome crime scene that held secrets of anger, affairs, and a murder that would go down in Texas infamy.

*Update of interest on Candace Montgomery and the murder of Betty Gore: On May 9th 2022, Hulu is releasing a series called Candy, starring Jessica Biel as Candy Montgomery. Later in 2022, an HBO series called Love & Death starring Elizabeth Olsen as Candy Montgomery is set to release.*

Evidence of Love: A True Story of Passion and Death in the Suburbs

https://inaroundmag.com/local/anniversary-of-an-ax-murder/

https://www.texasmonthly.com/articles/love-and-death-in-silicon-prairie-part-i-candy-montgomerys-affair/

https://www.texasmonthly.com/articles/love-and-death-in-silicon-prairie-part-ii-the-killing-of-betty-gore/

https://www.popsugar.com/entertainment/elisabeth-moss-cast-as-killer-candy-montgomery-47599737

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Today we will continue learning about Ron and Dan Lafferty, the murders of Brenda Lafferty and Erica Lafferty, and explore how discovering an old document inspired these brothers to entirely change their way of living. We’ll cover the events that led to an entire mission to eliminate several people and the repercussions for extreme religious fervour.

*Update of interest on the Lafferty Brothers*: In May of 2022, Hulu released a true-crime drama series, Under the Banner of Heaven based on the book that was our primary source for this show. The cast includes Andrew Garfield as Detective Jeb Pyre, Sam Worthington as Ron Lafferty, Wyatt Russell as Dan Lafferty, and Daisy Edgar-Jones as Brenda Lafferty*

Self-care: bathtub overflow drain covers. Great for allowing several more inches of warm water as you soak and listen to your true crime stories

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Prepare: If someone in your life is having significant trouble with their significant other and they confide in you, follow through. Don’t just accept “it’s fine now” if you are suspicious

Under the Banner of Heaven by John Karakuer

https://www.sltrib.com/news/2019/11/11/utah-death-row-inmate-ron/

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