BREAKING UPDATE: Just days before his trial was set to begin, Christopher Scholtes has pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the death of his 2-year-old daughter, Parker.

In this episode, I break down the plea deal, what it means, and what’s next.

The trial is now canceled. But is this justice for Parker?

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In 2013, 19-year-old college student Bryce Laspisa vanished after a series of strange phone calls and a car crash near Castaic Lake, California. His car was found overturned, his belongings were still inside… but Bryce was gone.

More than a decade later, there are still no clear answers, only theories. Did Bryce plan to disappear? Was he in crisis? Or did something far darker happen after that crash?

In this episode, we examine the evidence, his final phone calls, and the timeline that left investigators, and his parents, with more questions than answers.

🚨If you have information about Bryce’s disappearance, contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department at (323) 890-5500 or submit an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS.

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On October 9, 2025, Klein Investigations and Consulting, the team hired by Thomas Brown’s mother, released a new forensic anthropology report from Thomas’s second autopsy.

The report, completed earlier this year by Texas Tech University’s Forensic Anthropology Laboratory, was originally sealed. However, after a redacted version was reportedly leaked online, Klein Investigations published the full unredacted version, stating that it confirms homicide rather than self-inflicted death.

In this video, we’ll go over what’s in the new report, what Klein’s statement says, and what this could mean for the ongoing investigation into Thomas’s death.

Thomas’s case remains officially unsolved.

The full episodes on Thomas’s case are available now. 

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Lauren Kidd was just 21 years old when she vanished in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. Her case is one of the most haunting examples of justice without closure. Even though her killer is behind bars, her body has still never been found.  

In this episode, we’ll walk through Lauren’s story from her last known movements, the shocking evidence that led to an arrest, and the devastating reality her family continues to face today.  

This case raises so many painful questions: How can a family ever truly heal when their loved one’s body has never been recovered? And what more could have been done to prevent Lauren’s death?  

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📌 Sources Used (Condensed):

• American Monster S08E06 Broken Heart in Broken Arrow (Investigation Discovery)
• Facebook.com
• FindaGrave.com
• KRMG News
• Newson6
• KJRH News
• KTUL News
• OKC Fox News
• News 9
• Fox 23 News

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In Part 2 of our deep dive into the mysterious death of Thomas Brown, we examine the Texas Attorney General’s 250-page report, the private investigator’s 4-hour rebuttal, and the many theories that still divide the town of Canadian, Texas.

 Nearly a decade later, the questions remain: what happened to Thomas Brown, and why have there still been no clear answers?

If you haven’t watched Part 1 yet, I recommend starting there - it’s available now. 

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📌 Sources Used (Condensed):

• Murder Under the Friday Night Lights (Investigation Discovery)
• Phillip Klein press conference coverage
• Crime Watch Daily
• Texas Monthly - Tom Brown’s Body Podcast
• ABC7 Amarillo
• NewsChannel 10
• Canadian Record
• Texas Attorney General
• Moms4Tom Facebook Page

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Travis Decker has been confirmed dead, ending the three-month manhunt that began after the tragic murders of his three daughters: Paityn (9), Evelyn (8), and Olivia (5). Authorities discovered human remains in the wilderness less than a mile from the original crime scene and, while DNA testing is still pending, the US Marshals Service says evidence found at the scene strongly supports that these remains are Decker’s.

In this update, I walk you through the latest details from law enforcement, including what was found at the scene, the statement from the girls’ mother’s attorney, and what this means moving forward.

The original full episode as well as updates are available now.

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The trial of Christopher Scholtes, the Arizona father charged with first-degree murder in the hot car death of his 2-year-old daughter Parker, is moving forward…for now. A judge just denied the defense’s request to delay the trial, and there's talk that Chris may take the stand in his own defense. 

In this update, we’ll walk through the latest developments, what they could mean for the upcoming trial, and why this case has been gaining more attention in the weeks leading up to court.

I’ll continue covering developments in this case as they happen, so be sure to follow for updates.

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There have been major developments in the case of 14-year-old Emily Pike, a young Indigenous girl who was found murdered earlier this year after running away from a group home in Mesa, Arizona.

My full breakdown of Emily’s case and the update covering her cause of death are available now.

In this update, we’ll go over:
 • The new lawsuit filed by Emily’s father against Sacred Journey, who runs the group home she ran away from
 • Systemic changes being pushed at Arizona’s Department of Child Safety (DCS) after the deaths of Emily and two other girls connected to the system
Please share this video to help keep Emily’s story in the public eye. Her case is still unsolved, and the person who did this is still out there. 

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On the night before Thanksgiving in 2016, 18-year-old Thomas Brown, the reliable class president, athlete, and honor student disappeared in Canadian, Texas. His SUV was later discovered abandoned, his backpack was found miles away, and his phone mysteriously turned up almost a year later. For years, rumors, lawsuits, and failed investigations have divided this small town.

This is Part 1 of my deep dive into the case of Thomas Brown where we get into the timeline, the evidence, and the unanswered questions surrounding his case. Part 2 will be available soon.

⚠️ Quick note: the audio in a small part in the middle isn’t perfect, but it clears up after just a few minutes. Thanks for sticking with me 🙏

If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of ending your own life, you are not alone. Please reach out for help:

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• Murder Under the Friday Night Lights (Investigation Discovery)
• Phillip Klein press conference coverage
• Crime Watch Daily
• Texas Monthly - Tom Brown’s Body Podcast
• ABC7 Amarillo
• NewsChannel 10
• Canadian Record
• Texas Attorney General
• Moms4Tom Facebook Page

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On June 23, 2021, Daniel Robinson was a young geologist with a bright future, but then he vanished without a trace from the Arizona desert.

In this episode, I walk you through the known timeline of Daniel’s disappearance, the conflicting theories about what may have happened, and the ongoing efforts of his father, David Robinson, to bring him home.

To support David Robinson’s search for Daniel:

• Visit https://pleasehelpfinddaniel.com/
• Donate to his GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/Please-Help-Find-Daniel
• Subscribe to his Youtube Channel, engage with and share his videos: https://www.youtube.com/@PleaseHelpFindDaniel

If you have credible tips about Daniel Robinson’s disappearance

• Submit tips at https://pleasehelpfinddaniel.com/ 
• Call or text:  844-602-0660
• Contact the Buckeye Police Department 

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• PleaseHelpFindDaniel.com
• Please Help Find Daniel Youtube Channel
• GoFundMe - Please Help Find Daniel
• BuckeyeAZ.gov
• AZCentral
• Fox 10 Phoenix
• NPR

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