In today’s  episode KJ and Jim bring you the week’s trending crime related headlines including a Florida vacation that ended early for a mother who went into “mama” mode after her child was dunked in a pool. The is an update in the case against Melodee Buzzard and KJ is going to bring you all the details. 400K worth of Lobsters are stolen and may lead to a cost hike for consumers. In Florida a Salvation Army attempts to impale a store employee while drunk and a woman is murdered inside of a Barnes & Noble Bookstore, simply for being near the door.  These stories and so much more are headed your way today.

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Tad Cummins was a seemingly ordinary high school teacher from Tennessee whose actions shattered lives and sparked a nationwide manhunt. What began as whispers of an inappropriate relationship with his 15-year-old student, Elizabeth Thomas, escalated into a shocking abduction in March 2017, as the pair vanished without a trace, leaving behind a trail of deception and desperation.  

For 38 days, authorities scoured the country, piecing together clues from surveillance footage, abandoned vehicles, and cryptic sightings, while Elizabeth’s family clung to hope amid mounting fears. In this episode of the “Bad Teachers” series, Jim Chapman explores the twisted dynamics that led to their flight across state lines, the remote California cabin where their run came to a dramatic end, and the long road to justice—including Cummins’ 20-year prison sentence and Elizabeth’s courageous path to healing. 

Listener discretion advised: This episode contains discussions of grooming, sexual misconduct, and child exploitation.

Timestamps
01:14 Growing Up Fast
03:51 Tad Cummins Charismatic Persona
05:13 The Grooming Process Starts
06:48 Crossing Boundaries
10:27 The Plan
13:00 Life on the Run
14:46 The Amber Alert
19:31 That One Tip
35:23 Elizabeth's New Life

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In 2012, former Modesto high school teacher James Hooker shocked the nation when he left his wife, three daughters, and his job to pursue a relationship with 18-year-old student Jordan Powers. The couple appeared on Dr. Phil and national news, defending their romance amid accusations of grooming—but the scandal quickly unraveled when a prior victim came forward, leading to Hooker's arrest and conviction for sexual misconduct with a minor from 1998.

But the story didn't end there. More than a decade later, Hooker faces new allegations of a pattern of predatory behavior. In 2024, he was arrested on charges of lewd acts with a child and possession of child pornography involving a girl he allegedly began grooming at age 15, later marrying her at 18. Tragically, the young woman—Autumn Rose—died in 2025 before she could testify.

“Exposed: Scandalous Files of the Elite” host, Jim Chapman dives deep into the full timeline of James Hooker's controversies: from the media frenzy and family devastation of 2012, to revelations of earlier offenses, and the heartbreaking recent developments that raise questions about accountability, grooming, and justice for victims. Is this a case of repeated predation, or something more complex? Jim explores the evidence, the impact on those involved, and what it reveals about power imbalances in teacher-student dynamics.

Listener discretion advised: This episode contains discussions of grooming, sexual misconduct, and child exploitation.

Timestamps
01:05 Tammie Powers Mission to Expose
04:18 Proud to appear on Good Morning America
05:32 Dr. Phil’s Tough Questions for Jordan Powers 
15:07 James Hooker's Past Catches Up 
22:44 Michelle Miller Speaks Out
27:42 The Fallout with Autumn Rose
29:04 Arrest and New Charges
34:08 Suspicious Timing of a Death
39:21 Reinstating Charges Against Hooker
41:02 Call for a Private Autopsy

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Jim recounts the story retired couple living their dream aboard their luxury yacht, “Well Deserved,” the Hawks were eager to sell their floating home to start a new chapter closer to family. But in November 2004, a test cruise with prospective buyers turned deadly when they were overpowered, bound to an anchor, and thrown overboard off the coast of Newport Beach.

Jim unravel’s the crime orchestrated by Skylar Deleon—a former child actor from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers—along with accomplices including his wife Jennifer Henderson and others. Driven by greed and deception, the killers targeted the Hawks for their yacht and life savings, leading to a chilling confession from a key insider that cracked the case wide open. Tune in for a voyage you won’t forget on this episode of the “Fatal Fortune” series presented by Exposed: Scandalous Files of the Elite.

#FatalFortune  #investigation #crime #exposed #podcast #SkylarDeleon   

Timestamps
05:23 Meet “The Hawks”
19:15 The Horrific Yacht Murder
21:31 The Investigation Begins
27:14 Arresting Skylar Deleon
30:50 A “Well Deserved” Sentence 
35:16 The Transition in Prison

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Jim answers the questions submitted by listeners and supporters of Exposed: Scandalous Files of the Elite and leaves nothing off the table!

Chapters
01:27 Celebrity Indictments and Expectations
04:02 Favorite Podcaster and Personal Interests
05:06 The Overwhelming Epstein Case
07:17 Threats and Backlash 
09:01 Most Memorable and Emotional Podcasts
11:04 Fact Verification Process
12:57 Choosing Cases for the Podcast
14:51 Passion for Exposing Bad Teachers
17:59 Most Frustrating Cases
19:45 Journey into Podcasting
22:47 Shocking Cases and Sentences
23:45 Collaborating with Experts
27:26 Gratitude to Listeners

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In this brand new episode of “Bad Teachers” Jim exposes (3) teachers accused of inappropriate relationships with students that made the most headlines in 2025.

Nicole Baird is a 30 year old former Art teacher in Kansas accused of a sexual relationship with a student she allegedly groomed since middle school. Nikki Callaham is a former Kindergarten teacher who is accused of grooming and sexually abusing a victim since the age of 14 years old and Laura Caron is a New Jersey teacher whose alleged sexual relationship with an eleven year old, led to her pregnancy and birth of his child when he was just 13. 

All of these cases dominated the headlines in 2025 and the stories are coming your way today!

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In today’s  episode KJ and Jim bring you the week’s trending crime related headlines including a disturbing accusation by Corey Feldman regarding his deceased, best friend Corey Haim. Jelly Roll has received a pardon from the Tennessee governor completing his redemption and story of success.

Natalee Holloway's killer attempts suicide in a Peruvian jail. In Mississippi, a woman is caught inserting, razor blades into bakery items at Walmart. And a major breaking news update in the Brown University mass shooting Case. These stories and so much more are headed your way today.

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Timestamps
00:09 Today’s Topics
06:17 Vandersloot's Suicide Attempt
11:47 Corey Feldman's Disturbing Claims
18:46 Domestic Violence Tragedy
24:06 Chicago Road Rage Chaos
27:27 Mysterious Doctor's Death
29:54 Jelly Roll's Redemption
35:04 Investigation into Prison Deaths
40:55 Murder-Suicide in Alabama
44:39 Attempted Mayhem at Walmart
49:26 Brown University Shooting Update
56:06 Operation Access Denied

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In today’s  episode KJ and Jim bring you the week’s trending crime related headlines including in Michigan football head coach, Sherrone Moore’s arrest after an altercation with his mistress. Two mass shootings over the past week, including Brown University and Bondi Beach Australia, dominate headlines throughout the world and we catch you up on the details.
Hollywood Director, Rob Reiner and his wife are killed by their own son. There is an update in the murder of Rebecca Park, and in Louisiana a man is arrested after driving naked in the middle of the night. These stories and much more today on Crime Wire Weekly!

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Timestamps
07:00 Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore arrested
18:10 New York City tourist stabbed in Macy's bathroom
23:30 DoorDash driver, arrested after “macing” food delivery
31:00 Hollywood Director, Rob Reiner and wife killed by son
36:30 Rebecca Park murder update
43:30 Mass shooting in Bondi Beach Australia
52:10 North Carolina brewery owner arrested after SA of teen
55:40 Brown University suspect still at large
1:08:30 Louisiana, man arrested after naked driving incident
1:12:30 Man on airplane attempts to open door mid flight

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Jim completes this series and look into the 764 group who uses tactics such as Sextortion to take control of teens in unspeakable ways by using applications such as Discord to groom and exploit the most innocent among us.

 Chapters
03:12 The Branching of 764
04:09 Tactics of the Online Network
12:41 Understanding 764 Group
17:57 Personal Experiences with Doxing
21:20 The Nature of Sextortion
34:29 The Dark Side of Online Gaming
55:00 Shocking Acts of Violence
1:00:23 Predatory Behavior on Roblox
1:24:23 Brand Army: A Dangerous Platform

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Bradley Cadenhead was a 15 year old Texas teen when he was arrested for various charges related to child exploitation through a technique know as sextortion.
During the investigation it was discovered that Cadenhead was the founder of the online terror group 764, which in addition to sextortion of teens is also responsible for extorting the most vulnerable among us to self harm through cutting, exploit themselves through pornography and even commit suicide. 

Believed to have a membership of over 20 thousand members worldwide, the group is currently being investigated and hunted by the FBI. 

Chapters
01:51 The City of Stevensville
04:03 Understanding Discord and IP Addresses
08:19 The Raid on Bradley's Apartment
10:06 Uncovering Bradley's Background
17:09 New Threats and School Incidents
21:33 Social Media Posts and Concerns
29:31 Disturbing Findings on the Laptop
35:28 Bradley's Family and Background
58:20 Indictment

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