Crime, Wine & Chaos

This week, Naomi covers the shocking murder of single mom, in a quiet California coastal town, and her daughter’s fight for justice for her mom.
 
Then Amber covers the story of The New Republic journalist, Stephen Glass.
For this episode, Amber was drinking Broad & Pattison Chardonnay

Naomi's sources:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fn_JYYxcv1M 

https://kion546.com/former-school-bus-driver-sentence-without-parole-for-1981-murder 

https://defrostingcoldcases.com/sonia-carmen-herok-stone-update/ 

https://cslea.com/2021/08/california-doj-assists-with-1981-cold-case-investigation/ 

https://defrostingcoldcases.com/sonia-carmen-herok-stone/ 

https://www.cbsnews.com//michael-glazebrook-sonia-herok-stone-cold-case-murder-carmel 

https://www.ksbw.com/killer-in-40-year-old-cold-case-sentenced-to-life-in-prison 

Amber's Sources:
Scamfluencers Podcast 5-6-2024 Episode 104 “Stephen Glass: Bad News”

Stephen Glass - Wikipedia

Stephen Glass: Deception in the Digital Age

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This week Amber covers the unsolved murder of Ashley Yamauchi. In 2008, Ashley was found murdered in the back parking lot of a busy bar. 

Then, Naomi covers an incredible protest event that left an indelible mark on the Native American activist movement.

For this episode, Amber was drinking Zonin Prosecco. 

Amber's Sources:
On The Case With Paula Zahn S24 E4 “Dark Clouds Lead To A Storm”

Family of woman slain in San Rafael 13 years ago fights for justice | KTVU FOX 2

Ashley Yamauchi Case Remains Unsolved 13 Years Later - Rafu Shimpo

R.I.P. Ashley Yamauchi | Facebook

Naomi's Sources:
https://www.history.com/native-american-activists-occupy-alcatraz-island

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Occupation_of_Alcatraz

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alcatraz_Federal_Penitentiary

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Treaty_of_Fort_Laramie_(1868)

https://www.zinnedproject.org/news/tdih/alcatraz-occupation/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alcatraz_Island

https://www.bia.gov/regional-offices/great-plains/self-determination

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This week, Naomi covers the actions of two teens that some call ‘The Romeo and Juliet Killers’, but their story doesn’t end in suicide – it ends in murder.

Then Amber tells the story of the disappearance of Tanya Rider, who went missing while traveling home from her job in Bellevue, Washington.

Amber was drinking Leap Year, a red blend from California. 

Link to Tanya's Book "Missing Without A Trace: 8 Days of Horror"

Naomi's Sources:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-mvknlMMVI

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/romeo-juliet-killers.html

https://thecinemaholic.com/joanne-witt-murder

https://people.com/star-crossed-killers-joanne-witt

https://casetext.com/case/people-v-colver-1

https://people.com/crime/steven-colver-convicted-of-killing-tylar-witts-mom/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Joanne_Witt

https://abcnews.go.com/juliet-tylar-witt-describes-romeo-steven-colver

Amber's Sources:
Disappeared S2 E4 “No Exit”

Experience: I was trapped in a ravine for eight days | Life and style | The Guardian

The Story Of Tanya Rider Is One Of The Biggest Twist Endings In True Crime History | Thought Catalog

Last phone call steered search | The Seattle Times

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This week, Amber covers the tragic murder of a single mom that would go unsolved for decades.

Then, Naomi Naomi covers one of the most infamous cold cases in Australia that is credited with the end of innocence in Australian society.

Amber was drinking Leap Year, a red blend from California.

Amber's sources:
Linda Slaten case: Murdered Florida woman's son hung this photo on his bedroom wall, never knowing he was standing in front of his mother's killer - CBS News

Linda Slaten case: Decades-long search for Florida mom's killer ends with arrest of Joseph Clinton Mills, her son's childhood football coach - CBS News

Naomi's sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Joanne_Ratcliffe_and_Kirste_Gordon

https://allthatsinteresting.com/beaumont-children

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_the_Beaumont_children

https://www.news.com.au/who-took-the-beaumont-children

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthur_Stanley_Brown

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This week, Naomi covers a series of murders in Washington state’s wilderness that remain unsolved to this day.

Then, Amber tells the story of the parachuting beavers in the Idaho wilderness.

This week, Amber was drinking Bebame Red Wine 2017 from El Derado county CA


Amber's Sources:
Beaver drop - Wikipedia

Parachuting beavers into Idaho's wilderness? Yes, it really happened | Boise State Public Radio

https://www.scientificamerican.com/blog/running-ponies/why-76-beavers-were-forced-to-skydive-into-the-idaho-wilderness-in-1948/

Beaver Facts: Why They Are The Best Engineers On The Planet

Naomi's Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mineral,_Washington_murders 

https://www.frontpagedetectives.com/p/washington-murder-cold-case-tube-sock-killings 

https://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Stephen_Harkins_and_Ruth_Cooper 

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This week, Amber tells the story of a loving family from Santa Claus, Georgia, who were gunned down in their own home.

Then, Naomi takes us back to the early years of Westpoint academy when a Christmas party in the North Barracks went hilariously sideways. 

This week, Amber was drinking 3-week old  Kirkland Signature Asolo Prosecco.

Amber's Sources:
Homicide For The Holidays S3 E4 Death in Santa Claus

Santa Claus, Georgia: The Daniels Family Murders — Southern Fried True Crime Podcast

HEIDLER v. STATE (2000) | FindLaw

Jerry Scott Heidler | Murderpedia, the encyclopedia of murderers

Naomi's sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eggnog_riot 

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/egg-nog-riot 

https://www.history.com/news/when-eggnog-sparked-a-riot-at-west-point 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_Military_Academy 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eggnog 

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This week, Naomi covers a tragic triple homicide that devastated two families and shook the whole community.

Then Amber covers the Kim family's tragic holiday road trip.

For this episode, Amber is drinking a Riesling from Airfield Estates in Yakima Valley

Naomi;s Sources:
https://fox5sandiego.com/news/man-pleads-guilty-to-christmas-eve-triple-murder/

https://www.oxygen.com/carlo-mercado-kills-california-family-on-christmas-eve

https://cslea.com/-man-pleads-guilty-to-2013-christmas-eve-triple-murder/

https://www.nbclosangeles.com/triple-killings-belvedere-brothers-and-ilona-flint

https://www.nbcsandiego.com/new-details-expected-in-christmas-eve-slayings

https://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/carlo-mercado-prelim-hearing

https://www.nbcsandiego.com/carlo-mercado-belvedere-flint-murders-evidence-in-docs

https://www.nbcbayarea.com/parking-lot-shooting-car-found-in-riverside

https://fox5sandiego.com/news/body-in-car-connected-to-christmas-eve-murders-identified/

https://patch.com/10k-reward-for-brother-missing

 Justice for Gianni Belvedere, Sal Belvedere, and Ilona Flint FB Page

Amber's Sources:
'20/20' Exclusive: Kati Kim on Her Family's Harrowing Ordeal - ABC News

James Kim - Wikipedia

Ten years ago, Kim family endured wilderness tragedy | | nrtoday.com

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In this episode, Amber covers the murder of Tina Wu, and the attempted murder of her sister Theresa Wu. 
Then, Naomi takes us to a history classroom in Palo Alto, California in 1967 where Mr. Jones would embark on an experiment with his students that took on a life of its own.

Amber's Sources:
72 Hours Season 3, Episode 7  “Predator”

Victim statement leaves many in tears - The Globe and Mail

Killer sexual predator granted unescorted passes to B.C. healing lodge | Toronto Sun

Naomi's Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Third_Wave_(experiment)

https://libcom.org/article/third-wave-1967-account-ron-jones

Lesson Plan: The Story of the Third Wave (2010)

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This week, Naomi covers a brutal family murder that may never be solved.
Then Amber covers the mysterious disappearance of wife and mother, Brenda Heist.

Naomi's Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dardeen_family_homicides

https://www.firstalert4.com/murder-remains-unsolved-main-suspect-executed

https://www.kfvs12.com/2019/11/05/heartland-unsolved-never-forget/

https://www.kfvs12.com/2019/11/07/heartland-unsolved-never-forget-part-two/

Amber's Sources:
Friend tells different story of life of woman who reappeared after 11 years | CNN

Brenda Heist: Mother of two disappears for 11 years, found in Florida | WKRG

Woman's 11-year saga proves that reality can't be avoided

Return of Dead Mom Brenda Heist / When Reuniting with a Lost Loved One is a Bad Idea - Lizbeth Meredith

Murder With My Husband Podcast - Episode 150 - Brenda Heist

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This week, Amber covers the story of Steve Robards. Steve was in such a good place in his life. He had a loving partner, a good job and his 16-year old daughter, Marie had just moved in with him. 
Then, Naomi covers yet another case of endemic abuse of power in a police department.

Amber's Sources:
Forensic Files S23 E 9 “Death Play”

Poisoning Daddy – Texas Monthly

Marie Robards - Wikipedia

Teen Murdered Her Father Because She Wanted To Live With Her Mother | Steven Robards

Naomi's Sources:
https://www.theguardian.com/police-spy-bragged-about-fathering-a-child-with-activist

https://www.theguardian.com/fourth-officer-fathered-child-after-meeting-woman-undercover

https://www.theguardian.com/police-pay-man-fathered-by-undercover-officer

https://powerbase.info/index.php/Bob_Lambert_Career_Timeline

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-29743857

https://www.theguardian.com/undercover-police-animal-liberation-front

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Lambert_(undercover_police_officer)

Crime, Wine & Chaos is produced by 8th direction records,  music by Jeremy Williams, artwork by Joshua M, Davis. 

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