This week we are discussing a South Texas mom who took her role as protector to the next level and the end result was the death of an innocent teenage boy. 

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In this episode, we dive into the jaw-dropping true story of Sherri Papini—a California wife and mother who vanished while out for a jog in 2016, only to return weeks later with a harrowing tale of abduction. But as investigators dug deeper, her story began to unravel in shocking ways. From national headlines to FBI investigations, self-inflicted injuries, burner phones, and a bizarre love triangle, this case has it all. Buckle up for one of the most baffling hoaxes in recent memory.

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Sources: 

1. https://www.justice.gov/usao-edca/press-release/file/1479901/dl 

2. https://www.justice.gov/usao-edca/press-release/file/1493816/dl 

3. https://www.scribd.com/document/569765258/Sherri-Papini-Plea-Agreementn 

4. Perfect Wife: The Mysterious Disappearance of Sherri Papini, Hulu, Episodes 1-3

5. https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/News/video/sherri-papini-breaks-silence-new-docuseries-122023302 

6. https://www.sacbee.com/news/california/article266028346.html 

7. https://www.today.com/news/sherri-papini-ex-husband-keith-papini-now-rcna157729 

8. https://time.com/6987460/perfect-wife-sherri-papini-true-story/ 

9. https://www.sacbee.com/news/local/crime/article141599034.html 

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In this episode, we dive into the jaw-dropping true story of Sherri Papini—a California wife and mother who vanished while out for a jog in 2016, only to return weeks later with a harrowing tale of abduction. But as investigators dug deeper, her story began to unravel in shocking ways. From national headlines to FBI investigations, self-inflicted injuries, burner phones, and a bizarre love triangle, this case has it all. Buckle up for one of the most baffling hoaxes in recent memory.

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Sources: 

1. https://www.justice.gov/usao-edca/press-release/file/1479901/dl 

2. https://www.justice.gov/usao-edca/press-release/file/1493816/dl 

3. https://www.scribd.com/document/569765258/Sherri-Papini-Plea-Agreementn 

4. Perfect Wife: The Mysterious Disappearance of Sherri Papini, Hulu, Episodes 1-3

5. https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/News/video/sherri-papini-breaks-silence-new-docuseries-122023302 

6. https://www.sacbee.com/news/california/article266028346.html 

7. https://www.today.com/news/sherri-papini-ex-husband-keith-papini-now-rcna157729 

8. https://time.com/6987460/perfect-wife-sherri-papini-true-story/ 

9. https://www.sacbee.com/news/local/crime/article141599034.html 

Summer is here, and so are the shenanigans! In today’s episode, Melissa and Mandy dive into some of the quirkiest (and a few wild) crimes that have taken place during the sunny season. From beachside thefts to ice cream shop heists, we’ve got it all. Get ready to hear stories about crafty criminals, unlikely heroes, and even a few strange but funny moments that make summer crime a little less scary and a lot more bizarre.

Melissa shares her thoughts on beach thefts, including a film director catching thieves stealing from surfers in Newport Beach. Then, Mandy gets into a flower-stealing arrest in Seal Beach, California, and some reflections on her own sneaky gardening tendencies. They also cover the story of a stolen truck full of camping gear, ice cream shop break-ins by both bears and thieves, and a string of boat thefts in the UK and the US.

Finally, they discuss some wild summer crimes, like stolen ATM machines, ice cream pint thefts, and even a 5-year-old boy helping to crack a lemur theft case. 

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She was a wealthy, stylish financial advisor in Sydney, Australia living a dream life until she vanished without a trace. In this episode we are diving into the fascinating and bizarre financial scandal that unraveled following Melissa Caddick's disappearance. We’ll discuss Melissa’s rise in the financial world, her audacious Ponzi scheme that defrauded millions from friends, family, and clients, and the subsequent investigation. They’ll also discuss theories about her disappearance, the discovery of her partial remains, and the extensive impact of her fraud. 

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1. https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/sydney-businesswoman-disappears-on-morning-run-following-afp-raid-20201120-p56gdz.html

2. https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/missing-dover-heights-woman-melissa-caddick-alleged-to-have-stolen-millions-from-friends-20201127-p56ioh.html

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Christopher Wallace—better known as The Notorious B.I.G.—rose from the streets of Brooklyn to become one of the most iconic voices in hip-hop history. But just as his career was reaching its peak, he was gunned down in Los Angeles in a crime that remains officially unsolved to this day. In this episode, we trace Biggie’s journey from his early life and rise to fame, through the East Coast–West Coast rivalry, to the night of his murder and the tangled web of conspiracy theories, police corruption, and false leads that followed. We also explore his mother Voletta’s relentless fight for justice, and the legacy Biggie left behind.

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23. Netflix’s Biggie: I Got a Story to Tell

24. Murder Rap: Inside the Biggie and Tupac Murders

In the second part of our deep dive into the Rust tragedy, we continue to explore the failures and decisions that led to Halyna Hutchins' death. From the lack of safety checks to the dangerous shortcuts taken by production, we uncover just how many mistakes were made in the lead-up to the fatal shooting. Investigators reveal shocking details about the crew's lack of experience and the negligence that resulted in live rounds being on set. We also look at the aftermath, including the legal battles and public reactions, and hear from those most affected by the tragedy. This episode serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of following safety protocols and the human lives that are impacted when those rules are ignored.

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In this episode, we dive into the shocking events that unfolded on the set of the movie Rust in 2021. While many know the basics of the tragic accident involving Alec Baldwin and the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, the details go far beyond what was initially reported. From safety protocol failures to missed warnings, we break down how this tragedy became a perfect storm of errors, leading to the preventable death of a beloved filmmaker. We also take a moment to remember who Halyna Hutchins was—her passion for film, her adventurous spirit, and the promising career she was building before her life was tragically cut short. Join us as we uncover the mistakes that led to this horrific event and set the stage for the investigation that followed.

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