We’ve all heard the phrase ‘that kind of thing doesn’t happen in our town’, but here on Midwest Murder, we will shatter that false reality. In fact, it happens more often than we know, and sometimes the details of the most horrific crimes that happen in our neighborhoods are lost in the back pages of newspapers, forgotten on our news channels, and eventually erased over time.
Jonah Lantto & Dawn Palumbo with the Good Talk Network
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The Midwest Murder podcast is easily one of the best true crime podcasts out there. The hosts do an amazing job of setting the scene and creating a sense of time and place, which really sets them apart from other podcasts in the genre. They approach each case with respect and you can hear the emotion in their voices when discussing particularly heinous crimes. The research that goes into each episode is evident, as they use court documents and other reputable sources to provide accurate information. For true crime lovers, this podcast is a must-listen.
One of the best aspects of The Midwest Murder podcast is the friendly banter between the hosts, Jonah and Dawn. It adds a personal touch to the show and makes it feel like you're listening to friends tell stories. Their rapport helps to break up some of the heavier moments in each episode and keeps things engaging. Additionally, they strike a great balance between providing all the necessary details without holding back, while still showing respect for the victims and their families. This combination of storytelling and empathy makes for an incredibly compelling listen.
While The Midwest Murder podcast has many strengths, there are a few areas that could be improved upon. One issue that some listeners have mentioned is Jonah's tendency to interrupt Dawn during her episodes. This can be distracting and takes away from her presentations at times. It would be beneficial if Jonah could work on letting Dawn speak without interruption, allowing her to fully share her insights and expertise. Additionally, some listeners have expressed a desire for more listener involvement, such as being able to submit cases for future episodes. Adding this element could help engage the community even further.
In conclusion, The Midwest Murder podcast excels in its captivating storytelling, thorough research, and genuine empathy for victims. While there are some minor areas for improvement, overall it is an outstanding true crime podcast that keeps listeners coming back for more. If you're a fan of true crime, this podcast should definitely be on your radar.
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A woman is murdered in a quiet Iowa town, leaving the community stunned and suspicion quickly falls on someone close to her. But as the investigation unfolded, one question lingered: were the clues leading detectives down the right path?This episode was recorded before a wonderful crowd at the Rhythm City Casino in Davenport, IA.Victim: Cynthia BortonLocation: Shenandoah, IAEpisode title submitted by: Emma KoetzCorrection note from Dawn (SPOILER ALERT!):I misspoke regarding the timeline the day of the murder. The killer was not waiting for Cynthia's son to leave for school; he was only waiting for John to go back to work after lunch.Support the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A sudden, tragic murder in an affluent Spokane, Washington neighborhood is linked to the disappearance of an oilfield worker in North Dakota. At the center of it all; a charismatic, flashy, and devious couple hellbent on screwing over every person they come in contact with. Recorded live with a packed house at the Sanctuary Events Center in Fargo, ND. Episode title submitted by: Jazmyn HVictims: Doug Carlisle, KC ClarkeLocations: North Dakota, WashingtonSpecial thanks to author CJ Wynn for contributing to this episode. Be sure to check out her new book Miles of Destruction: A True Story of Oil, Greed, Lust and MurderSupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A murdered woman is found in her bedroom by her husband when he came home from work. The wounds so horrific, it had to have been personal. Could it have been her current husband? A former husband? Her oldest child? It would take years to find out who, and it would come down to DNA, but it wasn't as big of a gotcha moment as people expected.This was recorded at Severance Brewing in Sioux Falls, SD.Episode title submitted by: Dan FitzpatrickSupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE An escalating divorce results in tragedy, shocking revelations, and a highly contested trial that will forever leave scars on those involved. Jurors are left to decide; scared, prepared, or premeditated? Recorded with a packed house at Oak Park Theater in Minot, ND. Sponsored in part by: https://www.myasmission.org/Episode title submitted by: Jordn WolskyVictim: Location: Wapakoneta, OhioSupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE **This episode will be available to all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, May 12th**An escalating divorce results in tragedy, shocking revelations, and a highly contested trial that will forever leave scars on those involved. Jurors are left to decide; scared, prepared, or premeditated? Recorded with a packed house at Oak Park Theater in Minot, ND. Sponsored in part by: https://www.myasmission.org/Episode title submitted by: Jordn WolskyVictim: Location: Wapakoneta, Ohiohttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE After two siblings accuse their brother of theft, sibling rivalry is taken to an entirely different level. Who knew the value of a Volkswagon could be worth more than their brother's life.This episode was recorded and filmed with a live audience at the Belle Mehus in Bismarck, ND.Victim: Edwin HawesLocation: Golden Valley, MNEpisode title submitted by: ManySupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE **This episode will release to all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, April 28th.**After two siblings accuse their brother of theft, sibling rivalry is taken to an entirely different level. Who knew the value of a Volkswagon could be worth more than their brother's life.This episode was recorded and filmed with a live audience at the Belle Mehus in Bismarck, ND.Victim: Edwin HawesLocation: Golden Valley, MNEpisode title submitted by: Manyhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE **Added listener discretion is advised**A continuous cycle of abuse leads to the emergence of an alter personality who assumes control when necessary, creating wide gaps of memory loss for the host persona. When they struggle to conceive, the alter will stop at nothing to have a baby. Sponsored in part by: https://www.myasmission.orgSupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE **This episode will be available to all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, April 14th****Added listener discretion is advised**A continuous cycle of abuse leads to the emergence of an alter personality who assumes control when necessary, creating wide gaps of memory loss for the host persona. When they struggle to conceive, the alter will stop at nothing to have a baby. Sponsored in part by: https://www.myasmission.org/https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE What happens when children are raised by evil and neglect? With one family, numerous women went missing and were eventually found murdered. Well, some of them were found. All to make dad proud.This episode was presented by Safe Shelter in Jamestown, ND.This episode was brought to you by Mya's Mission.Episode title suggested by: AmandaVictims: NumerousLocation: Grand Rapids, MI & FloridaSupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE Insightful questions and episode title suggestions from the live Q&A session for episode 116. (Jamestown, ND) https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE In this very special episode Midwest Murder is heading on Spring Break. A young spring breaker goes missing along the border of Texas and Mexico, resulting in a massive international investigation unveiling corruption, dozens of deaths, a slaughter farm, and horrific cult activity. Recorded with a massive audience at the Community Center in Tioga, ND. Episode title submitted by: JanelleLocation: Texas / MexicoVictim(s): Mark Kilroy (and many, many more)Brought to you in part by https://www.myasmission.org/Support the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE **This episode will be available to all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, March 17th**In this very special episode Midwest Murder is heading on Spring Break. A young spring breaker goes missing along the border of Texas and Mexico, resulting in a massive international investigation unveiling corruption, dozens of deaths, a slaughter farm, and horrific cult activity. Recorded with a massive audience at the Community Center in Tioga, ND. Episode title submitted by: JanelleLocation: Texas / MexicoVictim(s): Mark Kilroy (and many, many more)Brought to you in part by https://www.myasmission.org/We Just CoolinWelcome to We Just Coolin, The Ultimate Chill ZoneListen on: Spotifyhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE Heartache seemed to follow the aging grandparents. When the court delivered the decision that they had rights to see their granddaughter, they immediately made plans to see the little girl they hadn't given up hope in seeing during the year prior. And then, tragedy struck when they died in the blaze that took their rural home. Was it foul play fueled by greed, control, and power? Or even a combination of all three.This episode was recorded live with a near sold out audience at Phat Fish Brewing in Dickinson, ND.Victims: Donald & Alice WilleyLocation: Rural Sykeston, NDEpisode title submitted by: Jenny KuchynskiBrought to you in part by: https://www.myasmission.org/Support the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE **This episode will be available for all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, March 3rd**Heartache seemed to follow the aging grandparents. When the court delivered the decision that they had rights to see their granddaughter, they immediately made plans to see the little girl they hadn't given up hope in seeing during the year prior. And then, tragedy struck when they died in the blaze that took their rural home. Was it foul play fueled by greed, control, and power? Or even a combination of all three.This episode was recorded live with a near sold out audience at Phat Fish Brewing in Dickinson, ND.Victims: Donald & Alice WilleyLocation: Rural Sykeston, NDEpisode title submitted by: Jenny KuchynskiBrought to you in part by: https://www.myasmission.org/https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE When a pair of missing cousins are found dead the basement of area resident, an investigation reveals highly questionable and controversial circumstances surrounding their demise. Recorded at the best dang steakhouse in northwest North Dakota; the 109 Club and Steakhouse in Lignite. Location: MinnesotaVictims: Nicholas Brady, Haile KiferEpisode title submitted by: JasonDesperately Seeking the '80sRevisit the crime and culture of NYC in the '80s with BFF Gen-Xers Jessica and Meg.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A woman's husband reports her missing after not showing up at work or home for days. There was trouble in the relationship, but they were both eager to begin repairing their marriage. Or were they? The case would move forward even though Kira was still missing. Detectives, friends, and family would not stop until they had all the answers.This episode was recorded live at Oak Park Theatre in partnership with Minot Symphony Orchestra.Episode title: MANYSupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE **This episode will be available for all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, February 3rd**A woman's husband reports her missing after not showing up at work or home for days. There was trouble in the relationship, but they were both eager to begin repairing their marriage. Or were they? The case would move forward even though Kira was still missing. Detectives, friends, and family would not stop until they had all the answers.This episode was recorded live at Oak Park Theatre in partnership with Minot Symphony Orchestra.Episode title: MANYhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A mother's love, a daughter's hatred, a decades long toxic relationship of manipulation, impulsive neediness, and narcissism turns fatal. Location: ???Victim: Carlene ConleySupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE **This episode will be available to all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, January 20th**A mother's love, a daughter's hatred, a decades long toxic relationship of manipulation, impulsive neediness, and narcissism turns fatal. https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE On Easter Sunday in 2006, a beloved couple is murdered in their home. Suspicions swirl around a family member which divides the small town. Were those suspicions the result of coercion and faulty crime scene work? When two burgling, joyriding teens get involved, it changes everything.Victims: Wayne & Sharmon StockLocation: Murdock, NESupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE **This episode will be available for all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, January 6th.**Tomorrow's World Today® PodcastExploring the innovations shaping tomorrow's world with top industry leaders and experts.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotifyhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE When an accident turns into murder, why bother looking at the actual forensic data when you can just take the expert's word for it, why call it an accident, when you can call it murder? Support the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE **This episode will be available to all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, December 23rd.**When an accident turns into murder, why bother looking at the actual forensic data when you can just take the expert's word for it, why call it an accident, when you can call it murder? https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A young mother ends up dead at the hand of an obsessed stalker. Her husband walked in to see his wife being beaten to death. Acting in self defense, the distraught husband ended the attacker's life. But was it actually self defense?Recorded before a live, sold out audience at the 109 Club in Lignite, ND.Episode title submitted by ColeyVictims: Donnah Winger & Roger HarringtonLocation: Springfield, IllinoisSupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE **This episode will be available for all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, December 9th.**A young mother ends up dead at the hand of an obsessed stalker. Her husband walked in to see his wife being beaten to death. Acting in self defense, the distraught husband ended the attacker's life. But was it actually self defense?Recorded before a live, sold out audience at the 109 Club in Lignite, ND.Episode title submitted by ColeyVictims: Donnah Winger & Roger HarringtonLocation: Springfield, Illinoishttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE When a self proclaimed hitman openly admits to the shocking murder of Carolyn Hudson, investigators are led down along a twisted path toward the truth. Recorded live in Bismarck at the Belle Mehus Auditorium with an attendance record setting crowd! Episode title submitted by: Megan BergerLocation: WisconsinVictim: Carolyn HudsonSupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE Live QNA recording from the Belle Mehus, companion content for episode 107: the Hitman and the Hairdresser. Exclusive for Club Midwest subscribers. https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE **This episode will be available to all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, November 25th.**When a self proclaimed hitman openly admits to the shocking murder Carolyn Hudson, investigators are led down along a twisted path toward the truth. Record live in Bismarck at the Belle Mehus Auditorium with an attendance record setting crowd! Episode title submitted by: Megan BergerLocation: WisconsinVictim: Carolyn Hudsonhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE When a woman is murdered in her home, friends and family said she didn't have any enemies. They were wrong. Victim: Ada SenenfelderLocation: Winona, MNRecorded live before a nearly sold out audience at the Sanctuary Event Center in Fargo.Episode title submitted by: JasonSupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE Just for the besties; the live show QnA from the Sanctuary in Fargo.This is for episode 106. https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE **This episode will be available to all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, November 11th.**When a woman is murdered in her home, friends and family said she didn't have any enemies. They were wrong. Victim: Ada SenenfelderLocation: Winona, MNRecorded live before a nearly sold out audience at the Sanctuary Event Center in Fargo.Episode title submitted by: Jasonhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A calculated sociopath creates manipulative bonds through the planning and completion of murder. Recorded live at Severance Brewing Co. in Sioux Falls, SD. Episode title submitted by: Alison Lauderback - Mrs. Peacock Location: St. Louis, MO / IllinoisVictims: James Bullock, Eric Frey, Peter J Halm, Arthur & Vernita Gusewelle, Ronald Gusewelle, Sophie BarreraSupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE Rumors swirl and questions remain as a largely circumstantial case threatens to put a petty criminal behind bars for the murders of four close-knit family members. Victims: Kunz Family (5 members)Location: Athens, WisconsinSupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE Rumors swirl and questions remain as a largely circumstantial case threatens to put a petty criminal behind bars for the murders of four close-knit family members. Victims: Kunz Family (5 members)Location: Athens, Wisconsinhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A story of hope, life, dreams, death, and survival. Over 30 Scandinavian settlers, including 3 families, arrive to Minnesota in 1861 and quickly begin working to build their future. Unfortunately, only 19 of these brave emigrants would live to see that future. The historic first recording of Midwest Murder at the legendary Norsk Hostfest. Episode title submitted by: Bev Torgerson, Jess Ackerman, Christal Haugen, LuannSupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE When you're voted most likely to succeed and become a successful chiropractor, you may have a near perfect life when you add an amazing wife and kid to the equation. It's anything but perfect when your wife abruptly goes missing.Victim: Joyce KlindtLocation: Davenport, IASupport the showhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE **This episode will release to all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, September 16th** When you're voted most likely to succeed and become a successful chiropractor, you may have a near perfect life when you add an amazing wife and kid to the equation. It's anything but perfect when your wife abruptly goes missing.Victim: Joyce KlindtLocation: Davenport, IAhttps://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE County Sheriff's in Iowa are obligated to investigate the disappearance of a highly unlikable resident with a long history of brutal abuse against his wife. Nobody could have prepared them for what they uncovered. Club Midwest Fans be sure to check out the bonus content for this episode. Support the Show.https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE Dawn and Jonah discuss their thoughts and explore lingering questions from episode 101. This is bonus content specifically related to episode 101, be sure to listen to that episode first. Much love to our Midwestie Besties. We appreciate you. https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE An office affair is never a good choice, but it's even worse if it turns deadly.Our one hundredth episode was recorded before a live audience at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks in Minot, ND.Episode title submitted by: AnonymousLocation: Upper Peninsula, MichiganVictim: Christopher ReganSupport the Show.https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE Dawn and Jonah further explore events related to episode 99. https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE This is a love story, but not like the Disney kind, it's more like the Lifetime movie variety with added surprises, extra tragedy, amplified frustration, and utterly shocking injustice. Club Midwest Subscribers: be sure to check out the bonus content that goes along with this episode. Location: IndianaVictims: Andrew Cataldi, Tricia NordmanSupport the Show.https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A farmer is afraid to lose everything in a potential divorce and then his wife ends up having an accident on the farm. Was it actually an accident or did someone want to make sure she wasn't going to get anything?Location: Earlville, IAVictim: Amy MullisSupport the Show.https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A young and promising single mother is found dead and her investigation is utterly mishandled by one of the worst investigating agencies in Midwest Murder history. Recorded with a capacity crowd at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks in Minot, ND. Location: OhioVictim: Heather BogleSupport the Show.https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE In 2001, a retired tattoo legend was ready to pick up his life in Iowa and move with his new girlfriend and roommates, this time to Florida. When his girlfriend came over to make plans, he ignored her. But was he actually ignoring her? After five long years, a mysterious bucket of concrete and an internet sleuth would be the keys to bringing answers to this mysterious case. Support the Show.https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE **This episode will release to all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, June 24th** In 2001, a retired tattoo legend was ready to pick up his life in Iowa and move with his new girlfriend and roommates, this time to Florida. When his girlfriend came over to make plans, he ignored her. But was he actually ignoring her? After five long years, a mysterious bucket of concrete and an internet sleuth would be the keys to bringing answers to this mysterious case. https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episodeFAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE *This episode will be available for all Midwest Murder listeners later this year*Early episode release for our Midwestie Besties. We appreciate you. This includes a bonus Q&A immediately following the episode. https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
FAN MAIL TEXT HOTLINE A 24 year old single woman is preyed upon by a wannabe vampire sex cult. Location: NebraskaVictim: Sydney LoofeSupport the Show.https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
When a young woman moves into a new neighborhood with her fiancée, someone takes extra notice. After being murdered, her case goes cold until a dedicated prosecutor uses new technology and investigative resources to find her killer.Victim: Karla BrownLocation: Wood River, ILSupport the Show.https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
Subscriber-only episode**This episode will be available for all listeners later in 2024.****This episode will be available for all listeners later in 2024.**This is a full length episode with additional Q&A commentary at the end. There will still be a new, regularly scheduled episode available on Midwest Monday, May 27th(just not this one). Please submit your episode title suggestions.Location:???Victim:???https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
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