Murder With My Mother - A True Crime Podcast

Join the hosts as they uncover the story of 19-year-old Sian Simmonds, a young woman with her whole life ahead of her. In 1993, while living in Surrey, B.C, Sian discovered unsettling truths about a well-respected doctor, a man trusted by the community but hiding dark secrets beneath his white coat. Determined to take a stand, she refused to stay silent. But before she could get justice, she was silenced in a horrific way. The investigation into this doctor's past exposed something far worse than anyone had imagined—decades of abuse, victims left unheard, and a system that allowed him to continue for far too long.

This episode includes Deadly Intimate Partner Violence; Please take care while listening. If you or someone you know is the victim of Domestic abuse or intimate partner violence you can find more information for resources by calling or texting 1-800-563-0808Or in emergency situations you can contact the 24 hour crisis and information line at 1-877-392-7583

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Join the hosts as they delve into the chilling case of Rodney Alcala, a serial killer who hid his dark secret behind a charming facade, even making an appearance on the 1970s game show The Dating Game. This episode explores his manipulative tactics, criminal history, and the investigation that brought him to justice. Like always, we honor the victims, remembering them as more than just statistics, and celebrating their lives and legacies.

Join the hosts for episode 59 as they delve into the heartbreaking, unsolved murder of Devon Allaire-Bell, a young man whose life was tragically cut short in 2011. We explore the details of that fateful night, sharing insights into who Devon was—a beloved friend, son, and community member whose bright future was stolen too soon. Through conversations with those who knew him best, we paint a picture of the life Devon lived and the immense loss felt by his loved ones. As this case remains unresolved, we need your help. Tune in to hear how you can assist in bringing justice to Devon and closure to his family.If you have any information on this case, please call Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477

Join the hosts as they delve into the chilling case of the Gakhal family murders, a tragedy that shocked the local community and made headlines across the nation. Listen as Christie and Denika talk about the family members, piece together the timeline leading up to the horrific events and examine the deeper issues surrounding domestic violence, access to weapons, mental health, and justice. Tune in for an in-depth look at a case that continues to resonate years later.

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Join the hosts for Episode 55 as they dive into the recently solved 40-year-old murder of two women in the Toronto area. While the cases both remained unsolved since 1983, investigators were at a dead end. That was, until new advancements in DNA lead them directly to the most unlikely suspect through his family tree.

Join Christie and Denika as they dive into the 2006 murders of the Richardson family. Marc, Debra and their 8-year-old son Jacob were found viciously murdered inside their Medicine Hat home and their 12-year-old daughter, Jasmine, was nowhere to be found. Shockingly, as the investigation got under way, it became obvious very quickly that instead of being another victim, Jasmine was actually responsible for the brutal murders, along with the help of her 23-year-old boyfriend, Jeremy Steinke, who also happened to identify as a 300-year-old Werewolf.

Join the hosts as they dive into the 2006 Murder of Manjit Panghali. Manjit was a teacher, and a mother, with a baby on the way. The wife and mother seemed to have it all, but when she went missing after a prenatal yoga class, it brought the dark shadows of her seemingly happy marriage to light, and unearthed the ultimate betrayal. Every six days, a woman in Canada is killed by their intimate partner. Help us shine light on this horrible issue and make a change to keep Canadians safe.If you or someone you know is a victim of Domestic Abuse, please visit domesticshelters.org for more resourcesTo donate to the Manjit Panghali Memorial scholarship, please visit www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/surrey-foundationMurder with my mother has been featured on the Top 30 True Crime Podcasts wiith two Female hostsfor more information visit https://blog.feedspot.com/crime_podcasts_with_two_female_hosts/

Join the hosts for episode 52 as they discuss and bring awareness to ‘Noah's Law', also known as Bill C-336. The preventable tragedy behind the law is not only heart-breaking, but absolutely outrageous that something as horrible as this could happen in our country to two innocent victims that should have been protected from a Monster living next door. Listen as Christie and Denika dive into what this law entails, the changes that need to be made in this country to prevent any family from having to relive this, what needs to happen to keep our citizens safe by keeping track of these repeat-violent offenders and to start keeping them where they belong.

***this episode contains talk of abuse against children***

Join the hosts for episode 50 as they discuss the 2008 Unsolved murder of Victoria Real Estate Agent, Lindsay Buziak. Lindsays murder, which remains unsolved, still casts a shadow over the community and the Country. Listen as the hosts detail ths grizzly murder, the search for justice and also discuss the broader issues of crime, safety and the Criminal Justice System in BC.

Join Christie and Denika for episode 49 as they discuss the problem that is occuring far too often with the Canadian Criminal “Justice” system. Why are so many repeat Violent-Offenders allowed back into our communities to re-offend? Listen as we detail some of the cases we have already covered, as well as other crimes that could have been prevented by keeping these criminals where they belong; Behind bars and out of our Canadian communities.

Join Christie and Denika as they dive into the 2010 case of the murder of Bich Pan and the attempted murder of her husband, Han Pan. Police in Markham, Ontario received a hysterical 911 call from 24-year-old Jennifer Pan. She claimed intruders broke in and shot her parents, but for some reason, left her unharmed. With her mother dead, and her father in a coma, police dug deeper into Jennifer's life and unearthed years of lies, but what came out just days after the murder would turn Jennifer from a grieving daughter, to the devil in disguise..

Join the hosts for episode 47 as they discuss the horribly frightening case of the daylight abduction of 23-year-old Melanie Carpenter. In January of 1995, Melanie was working a shift at a local tanning salon, when she started to receive strange phone calls. Shortly after, a regular customer had called management to report no one was at the Salon. Immediately, panic ensued and authorities went into action and the Search for Melanie began. Who could be responsible for such a brazen abduction, and who is held accountable for the criminals that reoffend ?

Join the hosts for episode 46 as they discuss the Brazen murder of 25-year-old Alexandra Pesic, a Single mother and Dental assistant, that was shot in broad daylight as she left her workplace. In this clearly targeted act of violence, that was so obviously personal, who would want to hurt Alex ? As shocking as this was, her and those closest to Alex knew she was in danger, but they could have never guessed to what extent..

Those closest to Trina are desperate for answers and are offering a $50,000 reward in hopes of bringing her killer to justice, but not everyone closest to her seems to share the same concern..

Join the hosts as they discuss the 2016 murder of Dr. Elana Fric.

Join the hosts for episode 42 as they discuss the current and unfolding case of the horrible tragedy that took place in the small College town of Moscow, Idaho. When Kaylee, Madison, Xana and Ethan were brutally murdered on November 13th of 2022, the hunt was on for a killer. On December 30th, Law enforcement announced the arrest of Bryan Kohberger. With so many unanswered questions, Christie and Denika discuss what we know so far about these heinous murders.

Brittanee Drexel was a 17-year-old Springbreaker who went missing in Myrtle Beach in 2009 and was never heard from again..

Cari Farver appears to go off the deep end when she is rejected by Dave Kroupa. But is it really Cari?

Stephany Flores was Killed on May 30th, 2010 by Joran Van Der Sloot. He was also the prime suspect in the disappearance and suspected murder of Alabama teen, Natalee Holloway exactly 5 years to the date.

As always, Christie and Denika talk some local true crime happenings as well.

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Join the hosts this Month as they return from their hiatus with episode 36 as they discuss the 1989 case that took place in Tampa Bay, Florida. On a seemingly quiet Sunday, the bodies of three women were found floating in the Tampa Bay. All three women were bound, their mouths duct taped, and cinder blocks were tied to their necks with rope. The grisly discovery would send the sunny city into a frenzy and the hunt was on for not only the identification of these unknown victims, but for the vicious murderer who was responsible for this unthinkable crime.

Join the Hosts for episode 35 as they dive into the infamous case of the 1999 murders perpetrated by Cary Stayner in the famous Yosemite National Park. After three women go missing and are subsequently found murdered, the hunt is on and seemingly called off until another brutal murder happens just months later. Quickly, the evidence points to a number one suspect, Cary Stayner, who also strangely happens to have a close connection to another well known, American true-crime case.

Join the hosts this week as they discuss one of the strangest cases covered on Murder With My Mother. The 2010 triple murder and kidnapping committed by Matthew Hoffman in Apple Valley, Ohio is really a case with some strange aspects and the hosts dive into all the weird details of the case. The Murders were horrendous, as well as the kidnapping of a 13-year-old girl whose life would forever be affected. Listen as Christie and Denika talk about Matthew Hoffman and the horrors he was responsible for.. as well as his obsession that will 'leaf' you at a loss for words..

Join the hosts for episode 33 as they recount the unbelievable story of torture and murder that is Michelle Knotek. Taking place in Washington state in the mid 1990's and ending with Michelle's arrest in 2003, this story will have you reeling in disbelief that someone could be so vile and evil. From husbands, to children, to family and friends, no one was safe around Michelle and her sadistic nature. Listen as details of this case have even the hosts shocked that someone could be so twisted, but like many other psychopaths, hide in plain sight and get away with unthinkable acts for years..

Listen to this week's episode as the hosts continue with a different side to the last case covered on the Podcast. Picking up where they left off, the hosts cover the case of serial killer, Keith Hunter Jesperson, or more infamously known as the 'Happy Face Killer'. Jesperson worked as a long haul truck driver, which made it easy for him to target his victims and get away with it. But, after years of getting away with murder, and after he was finally apprehended for his other crimes, Keith just couldn't handle someone else getting notoriety for his first crime which brought everything to light.

Join Christie and Denika for their first episode of 2022 as they discuss the bizarre case of the 1990 Oregon Murder of Taunja Bennett. The investigation quickly took a promising turn as an older woman, Laverne Pavlinac admitted to having information on her then boyfriend, John Sasnovske being involved with the murder of Taunja. As Police continued their investigation, Laverne not only continued to change her story, but she implicated herself in Taunja's Murder as well. Five years, and two convictions later, happy faces with messages taking ownership of not only Taunja's, but other murders started to show up, and the police were forced to look to see if they made a huge mistake believing Laverne's confession..

Join the hosts for their 30th Episode as they cover one of the most prolific and infamous serial Killers, John Wayne Gacy. Gacy is most known for his creepy Clown get up and the 33 Young men and boys that he murdered in Chicago in the Early 70's. Not only did Gacy murder these men, he hid their bodies under the house he lived in and continued to fool everyone around him with his social and seemingly normal behavior. He was known to be a a pillar in the community, but in his spare time he was one of the most evil serial killers in American History. Listen as the hosts talk about how John Wayne tricked people for years into believing he was a normal man, with a normal life, but that all came crashing down when the truth was revealed..

Tune in this week as the hosts cover the heart breaking story of the 1994 Murders of The Smith brothers, Alex and Michael in Union, North Carolina. This story grabbed the world's attention when their mother, Susan Smith claimed to be carjacked with the boys inside. For 9 days she plead for their safe return, but when the evil truth was revealed, Susan Smith went from a Mother to a Monster. Listen as the hosts discuss details of the case, and how a mother's selfish need for a man's attention and love overcame her and she committed an unthinkable act on her two boys and tried to pull the wool over a Nations eyes..

Join Christie and Denika this week as they discuss the unthinkable case of the 2011 Murders of Mary Jo and Blake Hadley who were murdered by their son, Tyler Hadley in the small town of Port St Lucie, Florida. Like most children, Tyler was always very near and dear to his parents, but after years of adolescent rebellion , Tyler did the unthinkable and murdered his parents. He commemorated this by throwing a big house party while the dead bodies of his parents sat in the next room while his teenage peers unknowingly partied the night away..

Join the hosts this week as they discuss the 2009 murder of Model Jasmine Fiore. Jasmine was found in a suitcase, and all her identifying features had been removed by her killer in an attempt to cover up the crime and who the victim was. The way her body was identified is a first for MWMM, along with many other aspects of her horrific murder and life leading up to her death. Listen as domestic abuse is on the forefront in the episode that details her toxic marriage to a jealous man who loved money so much that he was even on a TV show titled just that..

Join the Hosts for episode 26 as they discuss a local true crime case, The 2003 murder of Tracey Tom, a transgender woman who worked as a sex worker and was murdered by Jatin Patel. Tracey's body was discovered in a shopping cart behind a local dry cleaner and quickly lead back to Jatin. Jatin claimed he did not know that Tracey was transgender and murdered her in a fit of rage once he found out, but the hosts are not so sure. His slap on the wrist penalty is a slap in the face for the trans and sex working community as well as unjust when talking about all the other crimes he has committed since. the worst part is they are back on the streets free to offend again.. but coincidentally this time, Jatin identifies as something completely different than before...

Join Christie and Denika as they celebrate their 25th episode of Murder with My Mother as they cover the Infamous Co-Ed Killer. Listen as they discuss the life of Edmund Kemper and the unthinkable murders that he started committing at a young age and very close to home. After spending his key years locked away with the most violent criminals, Listen how Ed used what he learned and his high IQ to his advantage to fake reform. All of Ed's violent behavior can somehow be linked back to his mother Clarnell, which brings up the age old question. Are people born evil? Or are they driven to commit such heinous acts?

Join the hosts as they return from an extended summer holiday to discuss the 2008 murder of 22-year-old Tim McLean, a carnival worker returning home from another province by Grey Hound. Not only did this murder horrify the Country, but people all over the world could not believe this horrific turn of events that happened on a popular coach bus right outside the seemingly safe city of Portage La Prairie. The unimaginable details of this case shake the hosts as they discuss the brutal aspects of this shocking murder, with the biggest focus being Mental health and Canada's criminal justice system.

Join your favorite Mother-Daughter Duo for Episode 23, as they discuss the Murders committed by the Infamous Female serial killer, Aileen Wuornos. Aileen lived a very rough life and had a long rap sheet by the time she was in her early 20's. After making her way all over the United States, Aileen ended up in Florida. Aileen was Living a life of petty crime, prostituting to make a living and was in and out of Jail, but in late 1989 Aileen made the decision to commit her first of seven murders that would all happen in less than 12 months..

Listen as we discuss the horrific details in one of the hardest cases MWMM has covered. After such a preventable tragedy, it leaves the question, do you know what your children are up to..?

Join the hosts as they cover the 1995 brutal attack on two teenagers in BC's Fraser Valley town of Abbotsford. Tanya Smith and her best friend Misty Cockerill were out on Friday the 13th when their worst nightmare popped out with a baseball bat. The attack was so brutal that Misty Cockerill was left fighting for her life and her best friend Tanya was later found Murdered near a local river. If that wasn't enough to terrify a community, the killer, dubbed “the Abbotsford Killer'“ then taunted and played a game of cat and mouse with local authorities, leaving the whole lower mainland on edge with fears that no one was safe. Listen as we dive into details and hear stories of events that only a crazy lunatic could be behind.

This week on Murder with my Mother the hosts cover the 2002 case of missing and subsequently murdered 27-year-old Laci Peterson who was also 8 months pregnant with a son named Conner. This murder happened in the farmland surrounded town of Modesto, California. Laci went missing on Christmas Eve and only days later, the case received nationwide and then global attention. Everyone was in disbelief and searching for Laci; everyone that is except her husband, Scott Peterson. The public eye quickly saw his mysterious and strange behavior as suspicious, and once things started to come out about the double life Scott had been living, it didn't take long for the ones closest to the case to agree. Listen as the hosts talk current events that have eerily similar beginnings to this case, and as they discuss how some people, unbeknownst to them, are really married to monsters..

This week's case brings the hosts to the tight-knit town of Springfield, Missouri as they talk about the murder of Clauddine ‘Dee Dee' Blanchard. On the outside, Dee Dee seemed like the best Mother in the world, caring for her daughter Gypsy, who had multiple disabilities and fought many diseases. Until the day a troublesome post was made on their shared account, claiming ‘the b***** is dead'. This sparked an investigation that took some of the strangest and most un-thinkable turns that the hosts have seen yet. It came to light after 23 years, that Dee Dee suffered from Munchausen By Proxy and was in fact making and keeping her daughter severely ill and wheelchair bound for almost 20 years. Join us for the twists and turns in this episode where we dig in to the lives of the Blanchards and the demise of a woman who may have been the victim of murder, but she was not all that she seemed to be..

Join Christie and Denika as they continue with details about the 2008 brutal murder of Travis Alexander in Mesa, Arizona. It was no surprise to anyone close to Travis that this murder was perpetrated by his stalking and seemingly un-phased his Ex-Girlfriend, Jodi Arias. Listen as the hosts talk about the investigation into the crime that led to one of the most sexualized and sensationalized trials that North America had ever seen unfold on live Television. Details of the trial are almost just as shocking as some of Arias' behaviors and things that she claimed on the stand. A true crime of passion, the murder of Travis has many twists and turns that only lead in one direction…

Join Christie and Denika as they cover the 2008 brutal murder of Travis Alexander in Mesa, Arizona. Travis was a devout Mormon, a successful salesman and sought after motivational speaker who seemed to have it all going for him. When he wasn't seen or heard from for five days, friends became worried and found Travis brutally murdered in his home. This clearly being a crime of passion, led investigators in one direction; Travis' ex-girlfriend, Jodi Arias. Listen as the hosts dive into the details of how this unfortunate love story came to be, and get ready for a crazy case of how jealousy can make someone do something so heinous and unbelievable..

Listen to hear how Bruce McArthur prayed on the most marginalized victims of this community. With twists and turns, this case takes you to places you least expect, with discoveries not even the police had seen before.

Listen how the desperation for infamy was taken to another level when this horrific and premeditated murder that took place in Montreal was put up for the world to watch..

listen as Christie and Denika talk all about the series of events that unfolded and ended up unveiling one of the countries Youngest and most brutal Serial killers, and shining a light on the women he had victimized.

Sadly, within weeks, Heather’s fate was known as she was discovered far from home; but could this heinous act have been committed by someone much closer to home than anyone expected?