In this episode, Noel & Sonya discuss the fascinating and often disturbing world of true crime podcasting. Guest, seasoned podcaster Branden Morgan, details the structure of his podcast, including deep dives into specific cases and weekly episodes that keep listeners engaged.

The conversation also explores notable cases like the Michael Taylor exorcism murder in Yorkshire and the challenges of dealing with cases where mental health and religious beliefs intersect.

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In January 1804, the quiet village of Hammersmith descended into fear over reports of a ghost haunting the streets—believed to be the restless spirit of a suicide victim. This wave of panic took a tragic turn when excise officer Francis Smith, convinced he had encountered the ghost, fatally shot Thomas Millwood, an innocent man. The shocking incident sparked one of the earliest legal debates over mistaken belief as a defense for murder. This episode unpacks the chilling tale, the grip of superstition on the community, and the case’s enduring influence on British criminal law – reaching a pivotal reinterpretation nearly 180 years later.

Special Thanks: Branden Morgan (The Devil Within)

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The Devil Within

The Haunting Murder Case of the Hammersmith Ghost

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Emma Fillipoff vanished on a chilly November night in Victoria, BC, leaving behind cryptic clues and a trail of unanswered questions. Was it foul play, a mental health crisis, or a deliberate disappearance? Join us as we explore Emma’s life, her struggles, and the haunting mystery of what happened to her on that fateful night in 2012.

If you have any information about Emma’s whereabouts, please contact the Victoria Police Department at (250) 995-7654 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Look at Emma’s age progression drawing here

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The Fifth Estate: Finding Emma Fillipoff

A Young Woman Was Last Seen by Police, Then Never Again

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New clue emerges in disappearance of Emma Fillipoff

Three years after vanishing, where is Emma Fillipoff?

Fillipoff's file a rare puzzler; police seeing fewer missing-persons cases

‘Emma Fillipoff Is (still) Missing’

In 1977, Christine Eadie and Helen Scott vanished after a night out in Edinburgh. Decades later, DNA evidence would finally crack the case. This is the story of one of Scotland’s most haunting and hard-fought investigations.

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Cold Case Killers – The World’s End Murders

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World’s End murders: Angus Sinclair jailed for 37 years

Angus Sinclair: Scotland's worst serial killer?

Scotland's secret serial killer

Angus Sinclair: Scotland's worst serial killer?

Loner accused in death of women

World’s End Trial: Victim’s father reveals torment

Appeal bid by dead murderer Thomas Young rejected

World's End murders: Possible DNA match between accused and victims

How a callous murderer Angus Sinclair was caught 20 years later

In the closed Soviet city of Gorky, fear gripped the population as a brutal serial killer stalked its streets. In the fall of 1980, a spree of gruesome murders sent shockwaves through the community, challenging the State's narrative of order and security. With no clear pattern, men and women from all walks of life fell victim to his ruthless attacks. As investigators struggled to track him down, the killer taunted authorities, leaving a blood-soaked trail across the city. Who was the man who called himself "The King of the Criminal World," and how was he finally caught? Join us as we unravel the terrifying case of the Gorky Maniac.

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MANIAC - TOURIST who imagined himself the King

King of the Jungle

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“I'm the king, I've got it all under control." The story of a touring maniac who stabbed 8 people to death in closed Gorky in a couple of months

In the summer of 1990, Gainesville, Florida, became the hunting ground of a sadistic killer. Within just four days, five college students were brutally murdered, their bodies posed in horrifying rituals. The manhunt that followed uncovered chilling secrets about Danny Rolling, the man behind these heinous acts. How did Rolling evade capture for so long? What drove his violent spree? And how did a makeshift campsite finally expose him?

Dive deep into the harrowing case of The Gainesville Ripper, whose crimes forever changed a college town and inspired the iconic Scream franchise. Listen now for a gripping account of terror, investigation, and justice.

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ID – The Danny Rolling Story

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Alice Ruggles was vibrant, kind, and full of life. But her ex-boyfriend’s obsession spiraled into stalking and, ultimately, murder. In this episode, we uncover the chilling details of Alice’s tragic case, examine the red flags, and explore the systemic failures that left her vulnerable. Learn how her legacy is driving change to protect others from similar fates.

Support: Alice Ruggles Trust

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Social Media Murders: The Murder of Alice Ruggles

Alice Ruggles’ Trial

Alice Ruggle’s Trial 1

Soldier jailed for stalking and murdering ex-girlfriend Alice Ruggles

Alice Ruggles: Police officers to receive training following stalking murder investigation

When 43-year-old Crystal McCrory Jones was found dead in her Louisiana home on February 9th, 2023, her death was quickly ruled a suicide. However, inconsistencies in the investigation, behavioral red flags from her husband, and crucial details overlooked by the police raise doubts about the true nature of her death. This episode of The Evidence Locker delves deep into the circumstances surrounding Crystal’s demise, the family's quest for answers, and the potential failures of law enforcement. 

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Facebook Group – Justice for Crystal McCrory Jones

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Without Warning: Bayou Secrets

Without Warning – Bayou Secrets - Part 2: Evidence Everywhere

Without Warning - Bayou Secrets - DA Showdown

Without Warning - Bayou Secrets – The Final Call

Without Warning - Bayou Secrets – The Utter Truth

Without Warning - Bayou Secrets – Tony Jones

True Crime With Eve - LIVE: Sister speaks out on IMPROPER Investigation into Death of Crystal McCrory Jones

Family, private investigator continue to raise concerns nearly two years after West Carroll woman’s death ruled a suicide

In the quiet rural town of Pukekawa, New Zealand, tragedy struck in the winter of 1970, marking the beginning of one of the country's most infamous and enduring murder mysteries. Harvey and Jeannette Crewe, a young farming couple, were brutally murdered in their home, their lives cut short in circumstances that remain shrouded in mystery and controversy. Decades later, their deaths still resonate, casting a long shadow over the small community and raising questions about justice, truth, and the very fabric of New Zealand's judicial system.

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The Crewe Murders – Inside New Zealand’s Most Infamous Cold Case

The Project NZ - Who killed Jeanette and Harvey Crewe?

Life Sentence – The Crewe Murders

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The Crewe Murders: New evidence in book on New Zealand’s most infamous cold case

Shock new twist in Crewe murders cold case: was top cop Bruce Hutton a killer?

A Moment In Crime podcast: The Crewe murders, New Zealand's most infamous cold case

The Crewe Murders book extract: Ross Eyre, the witness who never spoke reveals evidence dormant for decades

In 2021, we covered Lee Redmond’s tragic case—but some details were misrepresented. Now, with the help of his sister, Jami Pomerleau, we’re setting the record straight. Lee repeatedly warned authorities about his stalker, but no one listened. Then, his worst fear came true. With Jami’s insights, we honor Lee’s memory with the accuracy it deserves. 

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Stalked – Kiss of Death

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