In today's episode, Rachel and Heather delve into the tragic true crime story of Lucie Blackman, a young British woman who went missing while working as a hostess in Tokyo, Japan. The hosts provide an in-depth look at Lucie's disappearance, the police investigation, and the pursuit of justice against serial predator Joji Obara. This episode also covers the emotional toll on Lucie's family, their relentless pursuit for answers, and the discovery of Obara's horrifying crimes involving multiple women. Viewer discretion is advised as the content includes discussions of sexual assault, murder, and dismemberment.



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You’ve probably never heard of Fredericka "Marm" Mendelbaum aka Mother Mandelbaum - a modest german immigrant who eventually became one of then most notorious crime bosses in New York.
She backed two of the largest heists in history, but for decades law enforcement couldn't touch her.


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Sources
Margalit Fox, The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum: The Rise and Fall of an American Organized-Crime Boss (Random House, 2024)
“The Life and Crimes of ‘Old Mother’ Mandelbaum,” Smithsonian Magazine
“The Extraordinary ‘Mother’ Mandelbaum,” Museum of the City of New York (MCNY)
https://thehustle.co/the-architect-who-became-the-king-of-bank-robberies
https://forward.com/culture/630243/fredericka-mandelbaum-organized-crime-jewish-mother-margalit-fox/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
https://www.tabletmag.com/sections/community/articles/marm-mandelbaum-queen-fences
Find-A-Grave entry for Fredericka Mandelbaum (death/burial details and transcriptions). Find A Grave

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Rachel and Heather begin their latest episode with listener appreciation and updates on their podcast activities. They then dive into a new true crime case emerging from Crime Con, where Tom Phillips fled with his three children in New Zealand, living off the grid for nearly four years. Phillips was shot dead by the police following a reported theft, while his children were safely recovered. The episode concludes with a Crime Con recap and expressions of gratitude to their listeners for continued support.


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Sources:
https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/crime/missing-marokopa-fugitive-tom-phillips-a-full-timeline-of-all-the-sightings/
https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/national/fresh-sighting-of-marokopa-fugitive-tom-phillips-in-suspected-waikato-burglary/?utm_source=zb&utm_campaign=article_link&utm_content=related
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phillips_family_disappearances
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/532022/missing-marokopa-family-detective-spearheading-the-search-for-tom-phillips-and-his-three-children-reveals-what-he-believes-phillips-motive-is
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/world/tom-phillips-the-manhunt-for-forest-fugitive-and-his-abducted-children/ar-AA1Mcadl
https://www.waikatotimes.co.nz/nz-news/350098121/town-tainted-missing-man-tom-phillips
https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/national/fresh-sighting-of-marokopa-fugitive-tom-phillips-in-suspected-waikato-burglary/?utm_source=zb&utm_campaign=article_link&utm_content=related
https://people.com/fugitive-father-shot-dead-police-outside-help-hiding-kids-new-photos-campsite-released-11807028
https://people.com/fugitive-father-shot-dead-police-outside-help-hiding-kids-new-photos-campsite-released-11807028
https://images.search.yahoo.com/search/images?p=piopio+a+rainforest%3F&fr=mcafee&fr2=sb-top
https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2025/09/09/newzealand-Tom-Phillips-update/1631757407160/
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/new_zealand/index.html



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https://missinginhushtown.com/

09/11 SURVIVOR | TOM CANAVAN || Missing in Hush Town for Death Not Yet

TOM CANAVAN was a family man- he had a son whose birthday was coming up and his wife was pregnant with their second child- a daughter. As he was headed into work on September 11, 2001, it felt like any other day- a day comprised of task lists, routines, and thus ending with family time. However, this day- in fact, in just a few moments from his arrival to work- he would find himself- buried…alive. 

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You are wanted.
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And you are not in this alone.

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The Homicide Tree
Or No
and coming in October: Cases That Haunt Us

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Sources:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9eTzV7HvKHU
https://911memorial.org/webinars/tom-canavanTom
https://www.patreon.com/posts/9-11-survivor-57125143https://911memorial.org/webinars/tom-canavan
https://www.911memorial.org/connect/blog/frozen-time-wristwatch-tells-tale-survival
https://www.reuters.com/world/us/buried-alive-world-trade-center-collapse-survivor-still-carries-911-with-him-2021-09-09/
https://westportjournal.com/community/man-to-recount-surviving-world-trade-centers-collapse/Videos
https://westportjournal.com/community/man-to-recount-surviving-world-trade-centers-collapse/
https://millercenter.org/remembering-september-11/september-11-terrorist-attacks

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Donna Adelson Found Guilty

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Welcome to Like Mother Like Murder's Day 8 Trial updates providing daily coverage in the ongoing trial of Donna Adelson for the murder of Dan Markel.

Today, Rachel and Heather discuss only the second and ultimately the last day that Donna's defense team presents thier evidence. In LMLM's himble opinion this  uninspiring and unimpressive presentation by the defense did not do much to convince us (or a jury) that Donna was not connected what she has been accused of. Ultimately the day ended with more floundering by the defense before Donna Adelson decided not to take the stand and the defense rested thier case. Thursday we will be back with closing statements.



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Other LMLM Markel-Adelson Episodes:
On Spotify
Dan Markel & Wendi Adelson 
Charlie Adelson on Trial
Charlie Adelson Guilty
Donna Adelson Arrested
Markel & Adelson - Part 2 (recaps Leading up to Donna's Trial)

On Apple Podcasts
Dan Markel & Wendi Adelson 
Charlie Adelson on Trial
Charlie Adelson Guilty
Donna Adelson Arrested
Markel & Adelson - Part 2 (recaps Leading up to Donna's Trial)

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Welcome to Doc Talk Unscripted, a special series usually reserved for Like Mother Like Murder's Patreon. But becuase we covered this case back in 2023 and want to give our regular listeners a sneak peak at our Patreon bonus content we're releaseing this to our regular feed. 

Listen to Like Mother Like Murder's coverage on Kendra Licari's case on Apple or on Spotify

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Welcome to Like Mother Like Murder's Day 7 Trial updates providing daily coverage in the ongoing trial of Donna Adelson for the murder of Dan Markel.

Today, Rachel and Heather discuss the first day of the defense has an opportunity to present thier evidence. In addition to some character witnesses who also offered testimony to contradict previous inference that the Adelson trip to Vietnam was to flee, the defense also presented evidence attempting to further prove that the jail house informants were not only untruthful in their previous testimony but that Drina actually may have set Donna up with the alledged script. 

Day 7 Trial
Guests:
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@primetimekrime
@coldanduntold

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Other LMLM Markel-Adelson Episodes:
On Spotify
Dan Markel & Wendi Adelson 
Charlie Adelson on Trial
Charlie Adelson Guilty
Donna Adelson Arrested
Markel & Adelson - Part 2 (recaps Leading up to Donna's Trial)

On Apple Podcasts
Dan Markel & Wendi Adelson 
Charlie Adelson on Trial
Charlie Adelson Guilty
Donna Adelson Arrested
Markel & Adelson - Part 2 (recaps Leading up to Donna's Trial)

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Welcome to Like Mother Like Murder's Day 6 Trial updates providing daily coverage in the ongoing trial of Donna Adelson for the murder of Dan Markel.

Today, Rachel and Heather discuss the EXPLOSIVE testimony of two jailhouse informants. These women who were incarcerated with Donna get on the witness stand and testify that in exchange for various gifts and payments Donna asked them to to tell anyone who would listen that Katy Magbanua had told them the "true" story - Charlie and Donna were being extorted. We also hear testimony about Donna and Harvey's travel plans to Vietnam immediately following the conviction of thier son in November of 2023 before the prosecution rested thier case. Tune in next week when Donna mounts her defense

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Other LMLM Markel-Adelson Episodes:
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Dan Markel & Wendi Adelson 
Charlie Adelson on Trial
Charlie Adelson Guilty
Donna Adelson Arrested
Markel & Adelson - Part 2 (recaps Leading up to Donna's Trial)

On Apple Podcasts
Dan Markel & Wendi Adelson 
Charlie Adelson on Trial
Charlie Adelson Guilty
Donna Adelson Arrested
Markel & Adelson - Part 2 (recaps Leading up to Donna's Trial)

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