The Murder Diaries

This week on Unscripted, Natalie and Paige are switching things up. Instead of their usual deep dives and tangents, they’re grabbing popcorn and judgment (the fun kind) as they read and dissect some of the wildest “Am I the Asshole?” stories from Reddit. From petty family drama to matrimonial disputes, they’re weighing in with hot takes, unsolicited advice, and maybe a little too much personal oversharing.

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Our guest Amanda Rae Grant, who you might recognize from "Escaping Polygamy" a docuseries that ran from 2014 to 2019 and showcased the work of three sisters who left the Kingston clan, a secretive polygamous group based in Salt Lake City, Utah, also known as "The Order." In the docuseries, they help both loved ones and strangers break free from polygamy. We discuss her time in "The Order", what lead to her breaking free from them, how she's healing from her time there, and her reflections on the docuseries.

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This week on Unscripted, Natalie and Paige are diving headfirst into the pop culture chaos. First up: the Kardashian-Jenner x Crumbl collab that's all over your FYP. They ask all the questions you want to know: are the cookies even good, or is it just another perfectly packaged PR move?

Things get juicier when Francesca Farago spills the behind-the-scenes tea about being offered a huge paycheck to join the viral trend roasting Hailey Bieber. Could Selena Gomez's team be pulling the strings in the shadows?

And just when you think it couldn't get wilder, Natalie and Paige shift gears to something straight out of sci-fi: scientists bringing back dire wolves from extinction. Yes, seriously. New episode out now.

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In August of 1992, 13-year-old Leigh Occhi disappeared from her home in Tupelo, Mississippi, leaving behind a trail of blood, missing personal items, and no clues as to where she might have gone. More than 30 years later, authorities have revealed that they have been digging in the family’s backyard in relation to her disappearance. Could 2025 be the year that Leigh’s family and loved ones finally get answers and justice for their daughter?

At the time of Leigh’s disappearance, she was 13 years old, 4’10”, and 95 pounds. She was last seen August 27th, 1992. She is a white female with blonde hair and hazel eyes. Leigh has a strawberry birthmark at the base of her skull, along with pierced ears and needs eyeglasses. If you have any information about the disappearance of Leigh Occhi, please contact the Tupelo Police Department at (662) 841-6491

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This week on Unscripted, Natalie and Paige are spilling all the tea as they dive deep into the chaos behind the scenes of The White Lotus. From fractured friendships and a dramatic composer exit, to the real reason Woody Harrelson ghosted the cast, it’s giving messy. Then, the duo shifts gears to Kristin Cavallari’s podcast press tour, MGK and Megan Fox's baby news , and California's bold new plan to monitor methane emissions.

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In 1990, seven people were ambushed by gunmen in the back off office of bowling alley and shot execution style. Three survived. Four lost their lives. The search for justice continues to this day.

Anyone with information about the Las Cruces Bowling Alley Massacre can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or send a text message to 274637

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Glitter Blast by Kevin MacLeod

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Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay

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This week on Unscripted, Natalie and Paige break down some of the latest headlines. First, they discuss the investigation into Lana Del Rey, which could cost her some money due to failure to comply with FTC guidelines. Then, they share the hilarious yet gross story of Posie's unexpected run in with a rat. Finally, Chappell Roan's latest comments are setting the internet on fire, and the duo debates the backlash and the bigger picture. It's a packed episode!

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On August 22,1993, a 16-year-old Indigenous girl from Hilo, Hawaii went out with a man she had met earlier in the day and never came home. He and two other men drugged her, sexually assaulted her and beat her. They drove her to a nearby state park and tossed her off a 20-foot cliff. But despite all this, when her family reported her missing, police wrote her off as a runaway teen. Years later, one of her killers confessed to her grisly murder and the torture she was put through. But her body has never been found. Her family has never been given the closure they need and deserve.

This is the story of Sequoya Vargas

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If you have any information concerning Sequoya’s case, please contact: Hawaii County Police Department at phone number 808-935-3311.

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This week on Unscripted, Natalie and Paige cover the latest drama surrounding Love is Blind’s Joey, who continues to stir the pot with his unpredictable antics. They also unpack DoorDash’s intriguing new partnership with Klarna and the shocking news of 23andMe filing for bankruptcy. 

The conversation then takes a fascinating turn as they delve into genetics, from Conan O’Brien's unique DNA story, to the Habsburg jaw, and the historical intrigue of the Salem Witch Trials. They also discuss the Finding Your Roots show and its impact on how we view our ancestry. Don’t miss this episode packed with drama, tech, history, and thought-provoking genetic talk!

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Today on the show, we're diving into a deeply personal and powerful story that sheds light on trauma, justice, and resilience. Our guest is Amy B. Chesler. She's a woman whose life was changed forever on September 25, 2007, when her brother murdered their mother, Hadas Winnick. And nearly 18 years later, Amy courageously shares her journey through unimaginable grief and pain as she recounts the abuse she endured at the hands of her brother and the harrowing events of that fateful day.

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Website: https://amybchesler.com/

Her book, "Working For Justice": https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/working-for-justice-amy-b-chesler/1137938388

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