📍 Set in Tyler, Longview, and Brownsboro, Texas

She was smart, sweet, and full of big dreams. On a warm summer night in 2006, 23-year-old Brandi Wells left her mom’s house in Tyler, Texas, dressed for a night out—and disappeared without a trace.

Her car was found days later, abandoned on the side of the highway. The driver’s seat pushed all the way back. Her purse left behind. And her cell phone? It wouldn’t start ringing again until eight days later… in someone else’s hands.

This week on Death X Southwest, we unravel the strange and unsettling disappearance of Brandy Wells—a case full of false starts, surveillance gaps, mysterious phone calls, and the haunting possibility that someone always meant for her to vanish.

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Gather ’round, lock your doors, and maybe pour yourself something strong—because this week, we’re headed deep into West Texas, where the skies are wide, the secrets run deep, and one murder case spirals into a tangled web of jealousy, obsession, and betrayal.

The victim? A beloved doctor with a successful career and a new lease on life.

What begins as a shocking murder quickly unravels into something far more twisted… and the truth? It’s stranger—and darker—than fiction.

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Dive into the chilling true crime story of Ira Pomerantz, a wealthy Phoenix playboy whose disappearance sparks a twisted investigation.

His glamorous French wife, Valerie Pape, claims he vanished to Las Vegas, but a delivery driver's unsettling discovery in a dark alley exposes a horrific truth.

Unravel the gruesome details, one black trash bag at a time, in this episode about salon owner Valerie Pape, her hidden secrets, a lover in the guest wing, and the desperate measures taken to dispose of a body.

Featuring themes of betrayal, deception, and murder in the American Southwest.

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Silver City, New Mexico

In 2005, retired teacher and rancher Tim Edwards was found brutally murdered on a remote dirt road outside Silver City, New Mexico—his throat slashed, his body dragged into the desert brush. Nearly two decades later, no arrests have been made, and the case remains unsolved.

In this chilling and deeply personal episode of Death X Southwest, we dive into:

Who Tim Edwards was—and why everyone loved him

The night of his disappearance near Bear Mountain

Details of the gruesome crime scene

A shocking confession that quickly unraveled

Mysterious suspects, lost leads, and America’s Most Wanted

The quiet rage of his widow, Lynn Edwards, who has never stopped searching for answers

And the haunting silence that still lingers over the New Mexico high desert

🎧 Whether you're obsessed with unsolved murders, fascinated by cold cases, or just drawn to stories where justice still hangs in the balance—this one will stay with you.

From Tim's Obituary: "Tim Edwards legacy lives on. He is survived by his wife, Linda "Lynn" Edwards of Silver City; one son, John Todd Edwards and his wife Christie Ann of Las Cruces; one daughter, Stephanie Lynn Groseclose and her husband Brian of Tucson, AZ; three sisters, Elaine Easter of Chandler, OK, Ruth Schaumbacher and her husband Kurt of Philadelphia, PA and Della Fossum and her husband Jim of Austin, TX; and six grandchildren, Austin, Taylor, Logan, Camden, Caleb and Sawyer."

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👉 Have a tip? Contact the Grant County Sheriff’s Office at 575-574-0100 or Grant County Crime Stoppers at 575-538-5254.

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Happy (belated) Fourth of July, friends! 🎆 I know, I know—it’s been a minute, and if it feels like I ghosted you, that’s fair. But I’m back, slightly sunburned and running on caffeine, and I just wanted to take a moment to catch up. This bonus episode has zero true crime, so if you're here strictly for the murder—hang tight, because a brand-new case drops tomorrow.

Today, though, I’m easing back into the podcast groove and sharing a little about our trip to Lake Tahoe with Mark, Michael, and Jenna. (Spoiler: There was a lake. And drinks.)

Mostly, this episode is just me saying hi, I missed you, and thank you for sticking with me through this up-and-down podcast journey of chaos, crime, and occasional emotional spirals. Love you all.

So grab a coffee (or a cocktail—no judgment), and let’s get reacquainted. 💀❤️

xoxo, 

Margot 💀✨😘

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In the remote high desert of Colorado, 17-year-old Candace Hiltz was a force of nature — brilliant, fierce, and fiercely protective of her mentally ill brother James. But her sharp tongue and sharper mind may have made her dangerous enemies. Just days after confronting a local sheriff's deputy and accusing him of taking bribes, Candace was found executed in her bedroom, shot seven times while her infant daughter cried nearby.

What followed was a masterclass in small-town corruption: botched investigations, missing evidence, and a web of lies that stretches from the crime scene to the courthouse. Despite overwhelming evidence pointing to law enforcement involvement, no one has ever been held accountable for Candace's murder.

Join us as we dissect one of Colorado's most infuriating cold cases — a story that will have you questioning everything you thought you knew about justice in rural America.

If you have any information about the murder of Candace Hiltz, or the mishandling of her case, contact the Colorado Bureau of Investigation at 303-239-4201.

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Episode Highlights:

A Mind Beyond Her Years: Learn about Candace Hiltz, a sharp, witty teenager known for her intelligence and her deep devotion to her family, particularly her brother James, who lived in isolation behind their home.

The Dangerous Confrontation: Discover the critical incident just days before her murder, when Candace confronted a local sheriff's deputy, accusing him of taking bribes.

A Brutal Crime Scene: We detail the horrific discovery of Candace's body in her bedroom, shot seven times, with her baby nearby, and her body found under a comforter.

A Web of Corruption: Explore the systemic issues that plagued the investigation, including allegations of small-town law enforcement corruption, forensic blunders, and suspicious characters.

Unanswered Questions: Despite compelling clues, Candace's murder remains unsolved, leaving her family and the community demanding accountability.

Key Themes: Unsolved murder, cold case, police corruption, small-town crime, forensic failures, justice denied, family love, mental illness awareness.

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National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264

National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)

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Hey, fellow true crime addicts and amazing listeners! Popping in for a quick update! 

First off, I just wanted to send a massive, heartfelt thank you for all the incredible support, kind words, and understanding you've shown me this past week. Sharing my unexpected news felt vulnerable, but your responses made me feel so seen and supported. It truly means the world.

Speaking of that unexpected news, I have a newfound, immense respect for anyone who's ever been through pregnancy. Seriously, I've felt like a complete basket case all week, and I've only been in this state for like five minutes! My heart (and admiration) goes out to every woman who has or is navigating that journey.

Now, you know I planned to drop a new true crime episode this week - and believe me, I tried. I sat down to record it multiple times, but my heart and my head just aren’t in the right place to tell someone else’s story with the care it deserves. Their narratives deserve my full, clear focus, and right now, I just can't give it.

So, I'm asking for just a few more days of your patience as I give myself a tiny window of grace to get through this personal health situation (ahem), and I’ll be back next week with a fresh batch of true crime that I promise will make up for the wait.

Oh, and because I can't resist a good rant even when I'm a mess, I share a tiny pet peeve I have with Amazon and their shipping refund policy. Because, why not?

Thank you again for being the best listeners a podcaster could ask for. Your understanding means everything.

Content Warning: This episode includes a candid discussion about abortion, which may be sensitive for some listeners. Please listen with care.

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Hold onto your headphones, folks, because this week's episode isn't about grisly mysteries or solved cases (don't worry, that is ALSO coming this week!). 

Instead, we're taking a sharp left turn into the deeply personal and frankly, quite unexpected. This morning, I got some news that sent my life into a bit of a tailspin, and let's just say it wasn't exactly confetti and celebratory toasts.

So, I did what any podcaster facing down a completely unforeseen, life-altering event would do: I hit record (or…no? is that just me?). This episode is just me talking through the utterly wild revelation that I'm unexpectedly pregnant. Considering my long-held, very firm stance on not having kids, this is, shall we say, a development that requires some serious unpacking. 

Join me as I navigate the emotions, the complications, and the frankly overwhelming decisions that come with news like this. It's not pretty, it's not polished, but it's real.

Content Warning: This episode includes a candid discussion about abortion, which may be sensitive for some listeners. Please listen with care.

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This week’s victim: my sanity😬🔪.

This week on Death X Southwest, there’s no murder, no mystery, and not a single suspicious alibi—unless you count my own for why I’m in such a mood. Instead, you’re getting a raw, unfiltered update on my week, my career existential crisis, losing my job, and a delightful detour into the joys of perimenopause (spoiler: it’s not delightful).

Think of this episode as a true crime scene, except the only thing getting killed is my patience and possibly my last functioning brain cell. It’s a bitch-fest with a side of oversharing, some quality complaining, and the kind of sarcasm that could solve its own cold case. 

Hey, sometimes you need true crime, sometimes you just need someone to validate that everything is, indeed, fucked. Today's your lucky day for option two.

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Suzanne Simpson, a beloved mother and community member, vanished from Olmos Park, Texas, in October 2024—leaving behind chilling warnings, hidden secrets, and a family gripped by suspicion.

In Episode 108 of Death X Southwest, we investigate the true crime mystery that shocked San Antonio: from a public argument at The Argyle to Suzanne’s final phone calls and the digital evidence that unraveled her story.

What really happened the night Suzanne disappeared? Was her fate sealed by the secrets she tried to share? Join us as we break down the timeline, examine the red flags, and reveal how digital footprints and family dynamics became the keys to this unsolved case.

If you’re searching for true crime podcasts about missing women, Texas mysteries, or stories of warning signs ignored, this episode is a must-listen.

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Show Notes:

Episode 108: The Disappearance of Suzanne Simpson

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