On the surface, everything looked normal. A young family. A quiet home. Two kids tucked into bed, and a couple who had been together for more than a decade. But when the sun came up that September morning, one half of that picture-perfect life had vanished. And what was left behind… didn’t make sense.

This isn’t just a story about a missing person. It’s a story about suspicion, betrayal, and what can happen when love turns into obsession.

Music By: Pixaby

Sponsor: www.teame.net

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In this episode, we dive into the tangled web of a once close-knit family torn apart by secrets, lies, and betrayal. When Gary "Big Daddy" Farris is found dead under mysterious circumstances on their sprawling farm, the investigation uncovers a maze of dangerous affairs, financial disputes, and hidden resentments. Join us as we piece together the chilling testimonies and shadowy evidence that led to the arrest of his estranged wife, and explore the unanswered questions that still haunt this family tragedy.

Music by Kalpesh Ajugia from Pixabay

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https://www.courttv.com/

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This week on The Unanswered Podcast, Jennifer Blades takes a quick dive into some of the most chilling recent true crime headlines that all share one thing: passion turned deadly.

A respected professor, a fiery ex-girlfriend, and a luxury high-rise murder scene. When Ana Trujillo claimed self-defense after killing Stephan with a stiletto heel, investigators found a story that didn’t add up. Was it passion—or something darker?

Music by: Pixaby

Sources:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SdcIeQaz3w8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXjcYsgcdtM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S7zSa5VAu7Q

https://abc13.com/stiletto-killer-texas-true-crime-man-killed-with-high-heeled-shoe-stefan-andersson-ana-trujillo-stabbed-to-death-by-heels/13832183/

When 59-year-old Vicki Edge got engaged to 61-year-old Jerry Geisler Odum, she believed she was planning for a future filled with love. But behind the scenes, financial struggles and deception led to a shocking betrayal.

Music By: Pixabay

Sources:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xTgYpPXFqyM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nv69ltcDoy8

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=371270317370421

A social media star, a crumbling marriage, and a crime that shocked San Diego. When Ali Abulaban’s jealousy spiraled out of control, it ended in a brutal double murder. In this episode, we uncover the chilling story of Ana Abulaban and her friend Rayburn Barron—two lives cut short by obsession and rage. With courtroom outbursts, disturbing recordings, and a tragic victim impact statement, this is a case that will stay with you long after the episode ends.

Music by HorrorScapes from Pixabay

Sources:

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ali-abulaban-tiktok-star-accused-killing-wife-ana-extremely-jealous-cousin/

https://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/man-accused-of-shooting-woman-he-lived-with-man-in-east-village-high-rise-idd/2759547/

https://www.google.com/search?q=ali+abulaban&sca_esv=243c640e07014616&udm=7&sxsrf=AHTn8zr39PRimmMvl1iOZman4Z4Vy3u-uw:1742409864246&source=lnms&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj1wovI5paMAxUKle4BHb61OTw4vgEQ0pQJegQIBxAH&biw=1243&bih=765&dpr=2#fpstate=ive&ip=1&vld=cid:71fadb98,vid:reWSMbbOO3o,st:0

https://www.courttv.com/tag/ali-abulaban/

https://people.com/ali-abulaban-tiktoker-sentenced-murdering-wife-man-8669784

Marcia Thompson, a U.S. Customs agent who shot and killed her husband, Terry Thompson. Was it a desperate act of self-defense after years of abuse, or was it premeditated murder? We’ll break down the evidence, hear chilling 911 audio, and explore testimony from forensic experts, a former mistress, and Marcia herself. After a six-day trial and a shocking verdict, one question remains—was justice truly served?

Sources:

https://www.courttv.com/tag/marcia-thompson/

Opening Statements: FL v. Marcia Thompson, Abused Wife Or ... www.facebook.com › courttv › videos › opening-stateme...

https://www.palmbeachpost.com/story/news/crime/2024/07/24/law-enforcement-officer-marcia-thompson-acquitted-in-killing-of-husband-terry-domestic-violence/74365037007/

https://youtu.be/7RFNCZLClRA?si=42HCTQfd3p8xXG9m

What happens when love turns into obsession? In this episode of The Unanswered, we dive into the disturbing case of Gary Chu and Huang I-Min — a relationship that began with passion but ended in unimaginable horror. After Huang went missing, police uncovered a chilling truth that left many questions unanswered.

What drove Gary Chu to commit such a horrific act? And what really happened to Huang’s missing organs? This is a story of love, control, and a tragic ending that no one saw coming.

⚠️ Trigger warning: This episode contains discussions of domestic violence, murder, and graphic content. Listener discretion is advised.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please seek help. You are not alone.

Sources:

www.thejakartapost.com

A tangled love affair, a shattered heart, and a fatal confrontation. The consequences turned deadly when James Hargrove found himself caught between passion and betrayal. What really happened that fateful night—and what drove love to murder?"

Source Notes:

https://abc13.com/love-triangle-murder-man-murdered-girlfriend-charged-james-hargrove/11831710/

https://www.wsaz.com/2025/02/19/woman-gunned-down-parking-lot-broad-daylight-was-victim-murder-for-hire-plot-police-say/

Jessica Patel, was a devoted wife trapped in a marriage built on deception. Her husband, Mitesh Patel, harbored a dark secret and a sinister plan—to murder Jessica and start a new life with his lover. What seemed like a tragic home invasion was soon exposed as a meticulously planned crime. Join us as we dive into the investigation, the digital evidence that unraveled his lies, and the heartbreaking truth behind Jessica’s final moments.

Sources

https://news.sky.com/story/mitesh-patel-pharmacist-who-murdered-wife-jailed-for-30-years-11572248

https://www.google.com/search?q=matish+patel+murder&sa=X&sca_esv=fde65a004f3df79d&sxsrf=AHTn8zqmaQQ8ose-umw0GKkSYuQbos9H-g:1740425073745&udm=7&fbs=ABzOT_CWdhQLP1FcmU5B0fn3xuWpA-dk4wpBWOGsoR7DG5zJBnsX62dbVmWR6QCQ5QEtPRqInn_ud8BG5tWxPdEiOpZiqcs2-8hm_Lubj82L_E5oFZ1GAR8ZXyi0qwbr1lm6izDy51NgmK9ekZXicCScMIHxIMDuFbGUCd37NvTt2aj8d3dTC6hLe3cybX2kzDQI_2MJfTyiGcboUYyEJri_gb0FsVyIZA&ved=2ahUKEwiBlZ3ShN2LAxXREUQIHayyEZwQtKgLegQIBhAJ&biw=1448&bih=942&dpr=2#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:8ddcd01d,vid:4bt3NfCSyT0,st:0