Episode 11- The Torch Extinguished: An Olympic Runner's Tragic End

In this episode we discuss Rebecca Cheptegei who was a distinguished Ugandan long-distance runner, renowned for her achievements in cross country, mountain, and marathon running. She held the national record in the marathon and clinched the World champion title in mountain running. She made her Olympic debut in the women's marathon at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Tragically, on September 1, 2024, Cheptegei was attacked near her home by her former partner, Dickson Ndiema Marangach, who doused her with petrol and set her alight, reportedly over a land dispute. She sustained burns to over 80% of her body and succumbed to multiple organ failure on September 5, 2024.

Cheptegei's untimely death at the age of 33 shocked the athletic community and highlighted issues of domestic violence in the region. Her legacy as a talented athlete continues to inspire many in Uganda and beyond.

The information shared in this episode is based on highly reliable sources available online, including the following articles from BBC: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/czjyzv4l711o

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd6y9j5wl31o

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0494wl6lkgo

The clip used in this podcast is from the Barbie Movie and is used for review and commentary purposes under fair use. 

Photos include: Rebecca Chaptegei, her murderer Dickson Ndiema Marangach, and 2 more photos of Rebecca doing what she loved: Running!

Episode 10-Summertime Evil: The Tragic Murders of Angela Hyke and Ashley Lucas

This week's episode, we delve into the harrowing case of Angela Hyke and her young daughter, Ashley Lucas. In 2001 the two disappeared from their home in Cresco, Iowa, sparking a frantic search. The investigation uncovered a chilling truth: Clay Thomas had brutally ended their lives to steal Angela's car and flee from his life of crime. Join us as we unravel the details of this heartbreaking case and the pursuit of justice for Angela and Ashley.

The information shared in this episode is based on highly reliable sources available online, including articles from the Waterloo Courier:

https://wcfcourier.com/cresco-murder-suspect-told-mom-he-did-it/article_4c82c88c-c06b-5535-b593-5137e9879e77.html

https://wcfcourier.com/cresco-stunned-by-deaths-of-bubbly-mother-child/article_0090e947-055c-5428-9c62-71b31b2cfe66.html

https://wcfcourier.com/cresco-community-mourns-for-mother-and-daughter/article_81a4833f-3e0b-5c7b-8dab-d10dc935efec.html

⁠https://wcfcourier.com/bodies-of-cresco-mother-daughter-found/article_89895ef3-be1a-5bbd-8d30-f0bad7d070d9.html⁠

An article from the Post Bulletin:

http://www.postbulletin.com/carnival-worker-suspected-in-deaths/article_14f1b394-f6f2-55bf-bee6-e3e6a53f9a53.html

An article from the Waukon Standard:

https://www.waukonstandard.com/content/jury-finds-clay-thomas-guilty-murdering-cresco-woman-and-her-daughter)

An article from the Globe Gazette

https://www.newspapers.com/article/globe-gazette-angelashley/130820282/?locale=en-US

An article from the Radio Iowa website:

https://www.radioiowa.com/2002/04/12/kansas-carney-will-spend-the-rest-of-his-life-in-prison/

Photos include: Ashley Lucas, Angela Hyke, Ashley again, and Clay Thomas.

Episode 9-The Spellbound Mystery: Death at Sea

Loren and Jody Edwards embarked on their lifelong dream of sailing the world in their 53-foot sailboat the Spellbound which they had lovingly built with their own hands. What was supposed to be an adventure of a lifetime turned into a chilling tale of mystery and tragedy.

On a fateful weekend in 1978, the Spellbound sailed into a dark chapter of maritime history. Loren and Jody were buried at sea by their own children and a close family friend. Their deaths, initially thought to be an accident, became shrouded in mysterious circumstances as the story unfolded. As questions mounted, the family was torn apart by suspicion, betrayal, and the quest for truth.

The information shared in this episode is based on highly reliable sources available online, including: https://www.kirklandreporter.com/.../author-reveals.../ , https://www.reddit.com/.../what_happened_on_the.../ 

Ann Rule: “But I Trusted You” and other true cases. Ann Rule’s Crime Files Vol. 14

Photos include: Loren and Jody Edwards, their sailboat "Spellbound," and a photo of the book "Dare I Call It Murder" written by their child that was not on the boat, Larry about the mysterious sailboat venture.

Episode 8-Behind Closed Doors: The Murder of Joyce Klindt

This episode talks about the murder of Joyce Klindt. Joyce was brutally murdered and dismembered by her chiropractor husband, Jim, in Davenport, IA.

The information shared in this episode is based on highly reliable sources available online, including: an articles from Justia,

https://law.justia.com/cases/iowa/supreme-court/1986/85-243-0.html

The Gazette Newspaper:

https://www.thegazette.com/news/convicted-davenport-chiropractor-dies-after-fall/

The Quad City Times:

https://qctimes.com/joyce-klindt-34-of-davenport/article_4bdde54a-c574-11e8-8b42-e78ef1c2f0ad.html

The Vocal Media Website:

https://vocal.media/criminal/chainsaw-killer-chiropractor-opens-taco-stand-after-prison

Photos include: Joyce Klindt, Joyce, Jim, and their son, and Jim Klindt getting arrested in 1984.

Episode 7-Suitcase of Secrets: The Murder of Jorge Torres 

The Sara Boone case centers on a shocking and tragic death of February 2020 in Winter Park, Flordia. Sarah Boone called 911 claiming her boyfriend, Jorge Torres Jr. had accidentally died after being zipped into a suitcase during a game of hide-and-seek.  

Investigators quickly uncovered disturbing evidence on Boone's phone: videos showing Torres struggling and pleading for help while trapped in the suitcase. 

The case has since drawn attention for its bizarre circumstances and the chilling nature of the evidence. It highlights themes of domestic violence, toxic relationships, and the dangers of reckless behavior. 

The information shared in this episode is based on highly reliable sources available online, including articles from Wikipedia:

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Jorge_Torres

New York Times:

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/27/us/boyfriend-suitcase-murder-guilty.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare

Youtube:

https://youtu.be/G8nuMgRfXvs?si=VXH6ebyhZJDxkYN

https://youtu.be/v2vlSvU5Tt

Reddit:

https://www.reddit.com/r/TrueCrimeDiscussion/comments/1e0c4lj/i_cannot_make_up_my_mind_about_the_severity_of/

Photos include: A photo of Jorge Torres Jr, Sara Boone's flyer seeking a lawyer,  a photo of Sara Boone. 

Episode 6: The Ice Storm of Errors: The Mysterious Death of Rena Gallardo 

In this episode, we delve into the investigation-or lack thereof- surrounding the death of Rena Gallardo. Her body was found in a car wash during an ice storm in San Antonio, TX. Despite the unusual circumstances, her mysterious death was not thoroughly investigated by authorities.  

The information shared in this episode is based on highly reliable sources available online, including The Minority Crimes Podcast:

Episode 4:Rena Christine Gallardo: Deadly San Antonio Storm from the Minority Crimes Podcast with Jonna Stallings and Stewanna Dasari

Rena Gallardo’s Obituary on the Chapel Hill Funeral Home’s website

Rena’s Go Fund Me website 

Photos include: Photos of Rena with 2 of her children

Episode 5-Missing in Minnesota: Nevaeh Kingbird's Story

Nevaeh Kingbird, a 15-year-old Indigenous child from Bemidji, Minnesota, disappeared on October 22, 2021. She was last seen at a party with friends, but after an altercation, she reportedly left the gathering and was not heard from again. Despite extensive searches and community efforts, her wearabouts remain unknown.

Nevaeh's case highlights the broader issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW), a crisis impacting Native communities across North America. Her family continues to advocate for answers, urging the public and law enforcement to keep her case active and in the spotlight.

The information shared in this episode is based on highly reliable sources available online, including Dateline: Missing in America Episode from May 30, 2023

KSTP.com⁠ article published September 23, 2023

⁠Kare11.com⁠ article published October 16, 2023

MMIR: Minnesota Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives Office dps.mn.gov

Indian Affairs Website, bia.gov.

Photos include: Nevaeh Kingsbird, Nevaeh's tip line number, and Nevaeh's family gathering to bring awareness to Nevaeh's disappearance.

Episode 4-Disappearing Dad: The Story of Ryan Borgwardt

Surprise!! We are releasing a new episode today, on Thanksgiving, because we are SO thankful for all of YOU-our listeners!

A huge thank you to our friends and family that are supporting us by listening, following, and encouraging us on this fun adventure!!

This episode includes the story of a Wisconsin dad who faked his own disappearence in August of 2024.

The information shared in this episode is based on highly reliable sources available online, including articles from The New York Post from 11/10/2024

NBC26 article from 11/11/2024

The Lakeside Lutheran High School Facebook Page

CNN article update from 11/22/2024

Inside Edition from 11/22/2024.

Photos include: Bruce's Legacy search and rescue boat, searching for Ryan, a photo of Ryan, and a photo of Ryan, his wife, and 3 children.

Episode 3-NYU Thievery

This episode includes the story of Kaitlyn Fung and Aurora Agape and the thievery that took place while they were roommates at NYU in 2024.

The information shared in this episode is based on highly reliable sources available online, including the New York Times article dated June 18, 2024.

The photos include a photo of NYU, Kaitlyn Fung (top,) and Aurora Agapov (bottom.)

Episode 2-Murder in the Moonlight: The Villisca Nightmare

This episode includes the story of the Villisca Axe Murders that took place on June 10, 1912 in Villisca, IA. Josiah and Sarah Moore, along with their children, Herman, Kathleen, Arthur, and Paul and the children's friends, Lena and Ina Stillinger, were all brutally killed by an ax murderer while they slept. This episode goes through the details of the case and some of the potential suspects.

The information shared in this episode is based on highly reliable sources available online, including articles from themurderhouse.com

The Des Moines Register dated June 9, 2022

Wikipedia

The book: The Nightmare in Villisca by Richard Estes.

Photos include: Herman Moore, Kathleen Moore, Paul Moore, Arthur Moore, Ina Stillinger, Lena Stillinger, Sarah Moore, Josiah Moore, and The Moore House.