It started like any other early morning in Westwood—quiet, a little hazy, the air still heavy with sleep. But by the time the sun rose over UCLA’s sorority row on September 21, 2015, the neighborhood was in chaos.

An apartment was on fire.

A young woman was missing.

And within hours, it became clear—this wasn’t an accident. It was a murder, hidden behind the smoke.

This is the story of Andrea DelVesco—a 21-year-old UCLA senior whose life was taken in the most violent, senseless way. A story about how it happened, who failed her, and how a red Snuggie and a set of speakers unraveled it all.

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On April 16, 2023, 22-year-old Mercedes Vega walked into her apartment complex’s parking garage in Tempe, Arizona—looking down at her phone, unaware she was about to be ambushed. Hours later, her body was found in the backseat of a burning car in the Arizona desert.

In today’s episode, we tell the full story—from who Mercedes was, to the chilling details of her murder, to the recent arrest that finally cracked open the case. With forensic breakthroughs, surveillance footage, and a timeline full of unanswered questions, this case is one of the most brutal and baffling we’ve ever covered.

👉 No chitchat at the top—we dive straight into the case.

And if you’re joining us from The Devil Within—welcome! We’re so glad you’re here.

CW: This episode contains graphic descriptions of violence and may not be suitable for all listeners.

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🚨 BONUS EPISODE ALERT! 🚨

Okay, so there’s no true crime in this episode—unless we count what Big Pharma is doing to people who rely on GLP-1 medications (which, honestly, might be criminal).

But first, let’s talk about something beautiful, life-changing, and deeply moving—The Biggest Little Farm. If you haven't seen this documentary, stop what you're doing and watch it immediately. I had the absolute honor of speaking to the creator and star, John Chester, for Jim Breuer’s podcast (bc Jim let me jump in thankfully), and WOW. This documentary wrecked me in the best way possible, and I can’t wait to tell you all about it.

Then, we take a hard left into my current rage spiral over the crackdown on GLP-1’s.  As of today—March 19—compounded versions of meds like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound are officially off the table, leaving thousands (millions?) of people, including me, completely screwed. I break down why this matters, why it’s infuriating, and how I ended up talking to NPR about it.

So if you want to hear me go from emotional documentary praise to full-blown righteous fury in under an hour—this one’s for you. Enjoy the chaos. 🎧

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Margot 💀✨😘

THE BIGGEST LITTLE FARM: https://www.biggestlittlefarmmovie.com/ 

NPR Article: https://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2025/03/19/nx-s1-5333230/zepbound-tirzepatide-compounding-fda

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In this mini crime story, we’re diving straight into one of the most disturbing and baffling murder cases you've probably never heard of: the Dardeen family massacre. No long intro here—less than four minutes of my usual rambling before we get right to it.

Picture this: a quiet, small town in Illinois, the kind of place where doors are left unlocked and crime is practically unheard of. Until November 1987, when the Dardeen family—Keith, Elaine, and their young son Peter—were brutally slaughtered in their home. The crime scene was so horrifying that even hardened detectives struggled to comprehend the sheer savagery of the attack. And just when you think this case can’t get any more twisted…it does.

With no clear motive and an overwhelming level of brutality, the Dardeen case remains one of the most haunting and perplexing unsolved mysteries in true crime history.

Buckle up. This one’s dark.

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Margot 💀✨😘

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If you're here for murder and mystery... well, not today, friends! This bonus episode is a true crime free zone. Instead, I'm taking you on a deep dive into Mark and my recent trip to Flagstaff—Nordic baths, the Grand Canyon, Crumbl cookies, and a tipsy grocery shopping adventure that may or may not have ended in some questionable purchases. I also get into the ups and downs of weight loss, unexpectedly being contacted by a private investigator (because of course), and a handful of other random life things😊.

For those of you who love these episodes and enjoy my unfiltered ramblings, grab a drink & get comfy. And if you’re just here for the true crime, I totally get it—a brand-new mini crime story drops tomorrow! To all of you who continues to listen and support, THANK YOU + LOVE YOU❤️

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