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In this episode, we confront one of Michigan’s most disturbing and heartbreaking cases — the torture and murder of 15‑year‑old Paul Fergeson at the hands of his own mother, Shanda VanderArk. What unfolded inside their Muskegon home is almost impossible to comprehend: a pattern of escalating abuse, starvation, and cruelty that went unchecked until it was far too late.

We walk through the timeline of Paul’s final months, the horrifying details revealed in court, and the chilling mindset of a mother who inflicted unthinkable pain on her child. This case forces us to grapple with the darkest corners of human behavior — and the devastating consequences when warning signs are ignored.

To close out the episode, we feature Michigan band Deerfield Run, bringing soul and grit with their track “The River.”

Deerfield Run
bandcamp:https://deerfieldrun.bandcamp.com/album/reckless-2
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In this episode, we break down the tragic and senseless killing of James Dewey Porter IV, a Michigan man whose life was cut short in a burst of violence that didn’t need to happen. What began as a confrontation fueled by anger and poor decisions escalated into a fatal encounter that left a family grieving and a community stunned.

We walk through the events leading up to the shooting, the investigation that followed, and the courtroom battle that tried to make sense of a moment that made no sense at all. This case is a stark reminder of how quickly tempers, weapons, and impulsive choices can collide with devastating consequences.

To close out the episode, we feature Michigan band Bad Footing, bringing raw emotion and grit with their track “The Fall.”

Bad Footing
youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Badfooting


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In this episode, we unravel the twisted and deeply manipulative case of Sharee Miller, a Michigan woman whose secret online affair set the stage for a cold‑blooded murder. Behind the façade of a seemingly ordinary life, Sharee was weaving a web of lies, seduction, and manipulation that would ultimately lead to the killing of her husband, Bruce Miller.

We walk through the digital trail that exposed her double life, the disturbing relationship she cultivated with her online lover, and the shocking moment when fantasy turned into a deadly plan. This case is a chilling reminder of how deception, desire, and the anonymity of the internet can collide with catastrophic consequences.

To close out the episode, we feature Michigan artist Shane Tripp, bringing the mood with his track “Ghost Town.”

Shane Tripp

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In this episode, we revisit one of Michigan’s most haunting cold cases — the 1989 murder of Shannon Siders, a young woman whose disappearance left her small town shaken and searching for answers. For decades, rumors swirled, leads went nowhere, and the case grew colder by the year. But beneath the surface, the truth was waiting — and it pointed straight at the Jones brothers, Paul and Matthew.

We walk through Shannon’s final night, the years of silence that followed, and the relentless investigators who refused to let her story fade. When the case finally cracked open, it revealed a chilling tale of violence, intimidation, and a community long afraid to speak out. Shannon’s fight for justice took decades, but her voice was never truly lost.

To close out the episode, we feature Michigan band Misery Lane, bringing the mood with their track “Ashes to Ashes.”

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Misery Lane

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In this episode, we break down the shocking and senseless killing committed by Arthur L. Williamson, a man whose long history of violence and drug use culminated in a horrifying attack that left a Michigan community stunned. What unfolded was a chaotic, frenzied assault — one that investigators would later describe as “crack‑igated,” driven by desperation, addiction, and a total break from reality.

We walk through Williamson’s troubled past, the events leading up to the murder, and the terrifying moments of the attack itself. The case exposes the devastating intersection of untreated addiction, mental instability, and unchecked violence — and the heartbreaking consequences for the innocent people caught in its path.

To close out the episode, we feature Michigan band Inaudible Darling, bringing atmosphere and edge with their track “The Weight.”

Leaving you with a happy ending and on a good note, as always.  This week we are featuring:

Inaudible Darling
Bandcamp: https://inaudibledarling.bandcamp.com/album/inaudible-darling
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In this episode, we examine the tragic and violent death of Chad Allen Reed, a Michigan man whose final moments unfolded during a chaotic confrontation that spiraled far beyond control. What began as a tense encounter quickly escalated into a deadly clash, leaving Reed’s family devastated and a community searching for answers about how everything went so wrong so fast.

We walk through the events leading up to the shooting, the investigation that followed, and the courtroom testimony that tried to untangle the truth from the panic and confusion of that night. This case highlights the dangerous mix of fear, impulsive decisions, and the split‑second choices that can change — or end — a life.

To close out the episode, we feature Michigan band I Believe in Julio, bringing raw emotion and grit with their track “The Devil’s Got a Hold.”

Bandcamp:  https://juliogomez.bandcamp.com/album/i-believe-in-julio
Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@ibelieveinjulio1202
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Barrel Bones
Song Title:  Fool Outta You
Bandcamp:  https://barrelbones.bandcamp.com/
Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVATlBV87v6Z4uwGyddQDYQ
Ficus
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Youtube:
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Hillbilly Nightmare
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The Smokin Dobroleles
Song Title: 
Website:  http://www.smokindobroleles.com
Facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/thesmokindobroleles
Bandcamp:  https://arrowhill.bandcamp.com/track/smokin-dobroleles-on-the-fly
Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/@thesmokindobroleles

Former Critics:
Song Title:   Ring of Salt
Bandcamp:  https://formercritics.bandcamp.com/track/ring-of-salt

Cosmic Sans.
Song Title:  Useless Things
Bandcamp: https://cosmicsansmi.bandcamp.com/track/room-to-bloom
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/cosmicsansmusic?mibextid=ZbWKwL
Youtube: https://youtube.com/@cosmicsans9002

Short Panic
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youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7lOT2YhOeqCo1liawtcsKg
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shortpanicofficial
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Website:  https://shortpanic.com/

Kougaran
Song Title:   Come Into Light
Website:  http://kougaran.com
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Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@KougaranOfficial

The Tomas Esparza Blues Band
Song Title:  The Cost of Living
Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/tomasesparzablues?mibextid=ZbWKwL
Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@tomasesparza4687

Old Mountain Acid Test
Song Title:  Babe  (cover)
Bandcamp:  https://xironsharpensironx.bandcamp.com/track/old-mountain-acid-test-baby-i-love-you
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In this episode, we revisit one of the most infamous tragedies in talk‑show history — the case of Jonathan Schmitz, a Michigan man thrust into a humiliating on‑air ambush by The Jenny Jones Show. What producers framed as a lighthearted “secret crush” segment quickly spiraled into a devastating chain of events that ended in murder.

We walk through the taping, the emotional fallout, and the explosive aftermath that raised serious questions about the ethics of daytime television. This case became a national flashpoint, forcing the public to confront the dangerous line between entertainment and exploitation — and the real‑world consequences when that line is crossed.

To close out the episode, we feature Michigan band Old Mountain Acid Test, bringing the vibe with their track “Static Bloom.”

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In this episode, we explore the tragic and unsettling story of Tom Richardson, a Michigan man whose life took a dark turn long before he ever set foot near the cliffs of Pictured Rocks. What should have been a scenic adventure along one of the state’s most breathtaking natural landmarks instead became the backdrop for a shocking and suspicious death.

We walk through Tom’s complicated past, the events leading up to that fateful day, and the investigation that followed — one filled with conflicting accounts, unanswered questions, and a lingering sense that not everything was as it seemed. This case blends natural beauty with human tragedy, reminding us how quickly a life can unravel, and how difficult it can be to uncover the truth once it does.

To close out the episode, we feature The Tomas Esparza Band, delivering grit and bluesy soul with their track 

 
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In this episode, we unravel a case that exposes one of the most painful failures in the justice system — the wrongful conviction of Kenneth Carl Grondin for a murder he did not commit, and the eventual revelation that the true killer was Chadwick Mobley. What began as a rushed investigation and a desperate search for answers turned into years of injustice, stolen time, and a community misled by a narrative that simply wasn’t true.

We walk through the original crime, the flawed investigation that targeted Grondin, and the mounting evidence that never quite fit. Then we follow the trail that finally led to Mobley — a man whose violent history and incriminating actions painted a far clearer picture of guilt. This case is a stark reminder of how easily the wrong person can be swept into the system, and how hard it can be to claw back the truth once it’s buried.

To close out the episode, we feature Michigan artist Kougran, bringing intensity and atmosphere with the track “Hollow Bones.”

Leaving you with a happy ending and on a good note, as always.  This week we are featuring Kougaran.
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