True crime, unsolved mysteries, missing persons & urban legends of Southwest Florida.
The Paradise After Dark podcast is a true crime podcast hosted by Lauren and Ken that has been captivating listeners since its inception. As a loyal fan, I have witnessed the growth and evolution of this podcast, and I must say, it has only gotten better with time.
One of the best aspects of The Paradise After Dark podcast is the strong ethics and dedication to giving back that Lauren and Ken embody. They have recently launched the Florida Themis Project, focusing on cold cases and missing persons. This demonstrates their commitment to justice and helping those who have been affected by crime. Additionally, the hosts maintain a high level of research and production value, ensuring that each episode is engaging and worth listening to. Their attention to detail is commendable.
Another standout aspect of this podcast is the chemistry between Lauren and Ken. Their dynamic as husband and wife brings a unique charm to the show. Lauren's sweetness combined with Ken's chattiness creates a perfect balance that keeps listeners entertained throughout each episode. It is evident that they genuinely enjoy what they do, which shines through in their discussions about death and their dedication to presenting cases respectfully.
However, one potential downside of The Paradise After Dark podcast could be that it may not be well-known to everyone yet. Despite its excellent content, some listeners might be missing out simply because they are unaware of its existence. This fantastic podcast deserves more recognition within the true crime community.
In conclusion, The Paradise After Dark podcast sets the bar for what true crime podcasting should be. With their strong ethics, dedication to giving back, thorough research, engaging discussions, and genuine passion for justice, Lauren and Ken have created something truly special. Whether you are a long-time fan or a newcomer to true crime podcasts, I highly recommend giving The Paradise After Dark a listen – you won't be disappointed!
In this episode, we are covering five unsolved murders involving gun violence in Collier County, Florida. Each of these cases remains unsolved, yet has received little to no press. Christian Lopez- 8/11/22Frankie Dorvil- 11/15/22Deshia Arthur -1/16/24Jay MacDonald- 10/31/21Aaliya Gonzalez- 4/10/25To donate to the Jay MacDonald Reward fund, please click HEREIf you have any information about any of these unsolved homicides, don't hesitate to get in touch with the Collier County Sheriff's Office at 239-252-9300, or to remain anonymous and be eligible for a reward, call Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-8477This episode was produced in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization featuring The Fort Myers Eight and running an awareness campaign about her unsolved murder for April 2025. To learn more or support The Florida Themis Project, please visit floridathemisproject.org.Facebook.com/paradiseafterdarkmissingandunsolvedInstagram @padmissingandunsolvedTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @padmissigandunsolvedIf you see something, say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
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Eight skeletons were discovered in rural Fort Myers nearly two decades ago. Police and forensic experts are still puzzled by this case and continue to search for the identities of some of the remains. Four victims remain unidentified.If you have information about someone missing or recognize the new images of someone who may have disappeared between 1987 and 2001, please call Fort Myers police at 239-321-8015 or email Det. Maalisa Langton at mlangton@fmpolice.com.This episode was produced in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization featuring The Fort Myers Eight and running an awareness campaign about her unsolved murder for April 2025. To learn more or support The Florida Themis Project, please visit floridathemisproject.org.Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something, say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
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This episode is being released in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, as Felipe Santos is their case highlight for October 2024. Part 2 of the mysterious disappearance of Terrance Williams and Felipe Santos. Two men who vanished three months apart but under strangely similar circumstances. Both men were last seen with the same police officer...Into credit: https://www.fox4now.com/news/local-news/former-deputy-named-in-wrongful-death-suit-in-cold-cases-of-missing-collier-men If you see something, say something!!Collier County Sheriff's Office (239) 774-4434Lee County Sheriff's Office (239) 477-1000SWFL Crime Stoppers 1-800-780-TIPS (8477)Cue Center 24-hour tip line at 910-232-1687.Music by purple-planet.com
This episode is being released in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, as Felipe Santos is their case highlight for October 2024. Part 1 of the mysterious disappearance of Terrance Williams and Felipe Santos. Two men who vanished three months apart but under strangely similar circumstances. Both men were last seen with the same police officer...Join us for Part 2 next week, which will provide much more information on this case.If you see something, say something!!Collier County Sheriff's Office (239) 774-4434Lee County Sheriff's Office (239) 477-1000SWFL Crime Stoppers 1-800-780-TIPS (8477)Cue Center 24-hour tip line at 910-232-1687.Audio clips from Investigation Discovery, Disappeared, S5, E3 https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/tv-shows/disappeared/Music by purple-planet.com
This month, The Florida Themis Project features Trenton Duckett. On August 27, 2006, two-year-old Trenton Duckett vanished from his bedroom in his mother's home in Leesburg, Florida. Two weeks later, after suspicion fell on his mother Melinda, she died by suicide. Trenton is still missing, and the case has gone cold.Support the Florida Themis Project! floridathemisproject.org/sponsors-donorsVisit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something, say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
This month, The Florida Themis Project features Trenton Duckett. On August 27, 2006, two-year-old Trenton Duckett vanished from his bedroom in his mother's home in Leesburg, Florida. Two weeks later, after suspicion fell on his mother Melinda, she died by suicide. Trenton is still missing, and the case has gone cold.Support the Florida Themis Project! floridathemisproject.org/sponsors-donorsVisit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something, say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
This month, The Florida Themis Project features two unidentified women found in Broward County, Florida, Jane Doe 82 and Jane Doe 88. Nic Edwards from the True Crime Garage Podcast is joining us for this episode and sponsoring our Themis feature this month! (Thanks Nic!!)If you have any information about the identity of this person, please get in touch with FDLE or the Broward County Sheriff's Office at 954-321-4240.Support the Florida Themis Project! floridathemisproject.org/sponsors-donorsVisit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
On January 3rd, 2010 the badly burned body of 26-year-old Paula Sladewski was found in a dumpster in North Miami, Florida. Her killer has never been found...Authorities ask anyone with any information regarding the murder or Paula Sladewski to contact the North Miami Police Department at (305) 891-0294Intro video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PeQP-5vEMKIThis episode was made in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501c3 organization that is featuring Paula Sladewski and running an awareness campaign about her unsolved murder for April 2024. To learn more or support The Florida Themis project please visit floridathemisproject.orgFacebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
On Nov. 18, 2014, in Cape Coral, Florida, shortly before 9pm, while sitting on a bench at the front entrance of the TJ Maxx that he managed, Alfred, AKA Al, Griffiths was shot at point-blank range in the head and killed. This case resembled a hit and is still unsolved. · If you have any information please reach out to the Cape Coral Police Department at (239) 574-3223This episode was made in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501c3 organization that is featuring Al Griffiths and is running an awareness campaign about his murder for the month of January 2024.To learn more or support The Florida Themis project please visit floridathemisproject.org.Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more!Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
On December 19, 1959 all four members of the Walker family were murdered in their home in Osprey, Florida. The case remains unsolved...This episode was made in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501c3 organization that is featuring The Walker Family and is running an awareness campaign about her disappearance for the month of December 2023.To learn more or support The Florida Themis project please visit floridathemisproject.org.Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more!Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
Is it possible to disappear yourself?Please enjoy this Off Topic & Uncut episode, usually reserved only for Patreon! Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Support the Florida Themis Project! floridathemisproject.org/sponsors-donors Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
Bryan "Vladek" Hasel was last seen November 6th, 2021 at a coffee shop, Foxtail Coffee, on University Blvd. in Orlando, Florida.If you have any information about the disappearance of Vladek Hasel please get in touch with the Orange County Sheriff's Office at (407) 254-7000Vladek Timeline Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Support the Florida Themis Project! floridathemisproject.org/sponsors-donors Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
Bryan "Vladek" Hasel was last seen November 6th, 2021 at a coffee shop, Foxtail Coffee, on University Blvd. in Orlando, Florida.If you have any information about the disappearance of Vladek Hasel please get in touch with the Orange County Sheriff's Office at (407) 254-7000Vladek Timeline Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Support the Florida Themis Project! floridathemisproject.org/sponsors-donors Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
Dori Ann Myers disappeared on January 10, 2006 in Fort Pierce, Florida. Dori had met two men at a bar and they accompanied her home. At 3am her house was in flames and her car was found 80 miles away, also burned to the ground. Dori has not been seen or heard from since.Marjorie Christina Luna, nicknamed 'Christy', was last seen on the afternoon of May 27, 1984 when she left her family's home to buy cat food from a business located only a few hundred feet away from her home in Greenacres City, Florida. Christy never returned home and has not been seen again.Diane Francis was last seen in November 2005 in Jacksonville, Florida. She was known to spend time the Southeast Florida, her most recent addresses were in Melbourne and Palm Bay.If you have any information on any of these missing people that could help investigators, you're asked to call the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office at 561-688-3000.Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Support the Florida Themis Project! floridathemisproject.org/sponsors-donors Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
In the winter of 1981 two teenage girls were abducted from the same mall parking lot in Ft. Myers, Florida. One was found murdered months later, the others fate remains a mystery...Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, tons of bonus episodes, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more!Learn more about The Florida Themis Project at floridathemisproject.org Facebook.com/paradiseafterdarkpodcastInstagram @paradiseafterdarkpodcastTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
The Florida Themis Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.Themis is the Greek Goddess of wisdom and good counsel and the interpreter of the gods' will. She is widely recognized as the goddess of Justice.Justice is what The Florida Themis Project is all about. We support loved ones and victims of unsolved crimes by financially contributing to various types investigative tools, including DNA testing, performed by law enforcement professionals and/or private entities to assist in resolving these unsolved cases.We help families of victims by assisting with awareness campaigns (e.g. billboards and printed media, flyers, podcast episodes through our partner, Palmahawk Media, LLC)We are also hands on... If there is a missing person in Florida and a search is being conducted The Florida Themis Project will put together a team to help!We believe no matter how much time has passed; everyone deserves justice and closure.
This is an episode from Lauren's other show, It's Hard to Talk About Podcast Kendra experienced an abusive relationship as a teen. Twenty years later she is just now realizing how bad it was...October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Approximately one in three women, and one in four men will experience some form of intimate partner dating violence or domestic violence in their lifetime.According to the CDC teen dating violence (TDV), also called, “dating violence”, is an adverse childhood experience that affects millions of young people in the United States. Dating violence can take place in person, online, or through technology. It is a type of intimate partner violence that can include the following types of behavior:Physical violence is when a person hurts or tries to hurt a partner by hitting, kicking, or using another type of physical force.Sexual violence is forcing or attempting to force a partner to take part in a sex act and or sexual touching when the partner does not consent or is unable to consent or refuse. It also includes non-physical sexual behaviors like posting or sharing sexual pictures of a partner without their consent or sexting someone without their consent.Psychological aggression is the use of verbal and non-verbal communication with the intent to harm a partner mentally or emotionally and exert control over a partner.Stalking is a pattern of repeated, unwanted attention and contact by a current or former partner that causes fear or safety concern for an individual victim or someone close to the victim.The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 800.799.SAFE (7233), or you can START to 88788If you'd like to support this show and get early and ad-free episodes for all Palmahawk Media podcasts, plus bonus content, please sign up for our Patreon at Patreon.com/palmahawkmedia
12-year-old Carol Lynn Sullivan was last seen around 6:50 a.m. on Sept. 20, 1978, at her school bus stop at the corner of Courtland Boulevard and Doyle Road in Deltona, Florida.Her partial remains were found 12 days later. This case is still unsolved 45 years later...Anyone with information about the murder of Carol Lynn Sullivan is urged to call the Volusia County Sheriff's Office cold case unit at 386-254-1535.Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, tons of bonus episodes, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/paradiseafterdarkpodcastInstagram @paradiseafterdarkpodcastTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
Twenty-four year old Jennifer Kesse disappeared from her condo in Orlando, FL on January 23, 2006.As of 2023, no arrests have been made and Kesse's whereabouts remain unknown.This episode was made in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501c3 organization that is featuring Jennifer Kesse and is running an awareness campaign about her disappearance for the month of September 2023.To learn more or support The Florida Themis project please visit floridathemisproject.org.Don't forget we will be at CrimeCon 2023 in Orlando, FL, September 22-24. Get your ticket at crimecon.com and use promo code PARADISE for your special discount!Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more!Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
32-year-old firefighter Brandy Hall left work early on the night of Aug. 17, 2006 in Malabar, Florida. She's never been seen again...Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, tons of bonus episodes, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmediaVisit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more!facebook.com/paradiseafterdarkpodcastInstagram @paradiseafterdarkpodcastTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @paradiseafterdarkpodcastIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
Lauren spoke with Samantha from the Missing and Murdered in Florida Facebook page about an upcoming search in the Ocala National Forest for Theresa Hartley.We covered this case on this episode.Intro video: Search for St. Augustine woman continues after three weeksSearch details:Click here for the Facebook EventSATURDAY, AUGUST 19, 2023 AT 8:30 AMSEARCH FOR THERESA HARTLEYDelancy Loops Trailhead in the Ocala ForestThis is a search for Theresa Hartley, she's been missing since 11MAR2023.I ask that everyone with ATVs, Jeeps or trucks please assist in this search, we have a couple boats, more are welcomed to assist.Drones are also a plus.We will need a lot of people on the ground to cover these areas.The jeep riders and trucks will be able to help get people to certain locations.I ask that everyone please dress accordingly.You will be in the woods and some areas have thick brush.Please start hydrating the night prior.Bring plenty to drink, we will have bottled water as well.If anyone has coolers, can you please bring them with a bag of ice.My goal is to cover as much ground as possible with as many people as possible and throughly.Please know, the date could potentially change due to inclement weather.If you aren't able to walk far, or have any type of underlying medical conditions, we do have positions at Command Post that will need to be filled, registration, handing out water and directing groups to locations.This episode was made in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501c3 organization.To learn more or support The Florida Themis project please visit floridathemisproject.org.Don't forget we will be at CrimeCon 2023 in Orlando, FL, September 22-24. Get your ticket at crimecon.com and use promo code PARADISE for your special discount!Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more!Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
Kyle Alexander Byrtus was found murdered on August 15, 2013, in a field in Lehigh Acres, Fl. Kyle was a good kid who made some bad choices that ultimately lead to his death.August 15th, 2023 is the 10-year anniversary of Kyle's death.This episode was made in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501c3 organization that is featuring Kyle Byrtus and running an awareness campaign about her unsolved murder for the month of August 2023. To learn more or support The Florida Themis project please visit floridathemisproject.org.Don't forget we will be at CrimeCon 2023 in Orlando, FL, September 22-24. Get your ticket at crimecon.com and use promo code PARADISE for your special discount!Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more!Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
Today a grand jury indicted 61-year-old Jeffrey Norman Crum — who is already serving two life sentences for sexual battery and attempted murder — on charges of first-degree murder, kidnapping, and sexual battery in the case of Jennifer Odom.Intro video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkbsMKqM5QIThis episode was made in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501c3 organization that is featuring Jennifer Odoml and running an awareness campaign about her disappearance for the month of July 2023.To learn more or support The Florida Themis project please visit floridathemisproject.org.Don't forget we will be at CrimeCon 2023 in Orlando, FL, September 22-24. Get your ticket at crimecon.com and use promo code PARADISE for your special discount!Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
At around 3pm on the afternoon of February 19, 1993, twelve-year-old Jennifer Odom got off of her school bus and vanished, she was found murdered almost a week later. This case is still unsolved.This episode was made in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501c3 organization that is featuring Jennifer Odom and running an awareness campaign about her unsolved murder for the month of July 2023. To learn more or support The Florida Themis project please visit floridathemisproject.org.Don't forget we will be at CrimeCon 2023 in Orlando, FL, September 22-24. Get your ticket at crimecon.com and use promo code PARADISE for your special discount!Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more!Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!! Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
Heidi Zampell, 22, was last seen on June 18, 1987. She was dropped off by a friend at a home in a very rural area of Naples, Florida and was last seen walking down the long driveway. She's not been seen or heard from since… *All parties discussed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law*This episode was made in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501c3 organization that is featuring Heidi Zampell and running an awareness campaign about her disappearance for the month of June 2023. To learn more or support The Florida Themis project please visit floridathemisproject.org Don't forget we will be at CrimeCon 2023 in Orlando, FL, September 22-24. Get your ticket at crimecon.com and use promo code PARADISE for your special discount!Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more!Facebook.com/palmahawkmedia Instagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!! Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
Dennis Nilsen was a Scottish serial killer and necrophile who murdered at least twelve young men and boys between 1978 and 1983 in London.CrimeCon UK! June 10-11 in London!! Get your ticket at crimecon.co.uk/ and use code “PARADISE” for 10% off!CrimeCon Orlando! September 22-24, 2023! Get your ticket at crimecon.com/CC23 and use code “PARADISE” for 10% off!Support the Florida Themis Project! floridathemisproject.org/sponsors-donorsVisit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!
Dr. Teresa Sievers was a well-known and loved holistic doctor in Bonita Springs, FL. In June 2015 she was found bludgeoned to death in her home. This story will take many twists and turns, air out some dirty laundry, and conclude with a bombshell...Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Support the Florida Themis Project! floridathemisproject.org/sponsors-donorsCrimeCon UK! June 11-12 in London!! Get your ticket at crimecon.co.uk/ and use code “PARADISE” for 10% off!CrimeCon Orlando! September 22-24, 2023! Get your ticket at crimecon.com/CC23 and use code “PARADISE” for 10% off!Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!
Dr. Teresa Sievers was a well-known and loved holistic doctor in Bonita Springs, FL. In June 2015 she was found bludgeoned to death in her home. This story will take many twists and turns, air out some dirty laundry, and conclude with a bombshell...Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Support the Florida Themis Project! floridathemisproject.org/sponsors-donorsCrimeCon UK! June 11-12 in London!! Get your ticket at crimecon.co.uk/ and use code “PARADISE” for 10% off!CrimeCon Orlando! September 22-24, 2023! Get your ticket at crimecon.com/CC23 and use code “PARADISE” for 10% off!Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!
Dr. Teresa Sievers was a well-known and loved holistic doctor in Bonita Springs, FL. In June 2015 she was found bludgeoned to death in her home. This story will take many twists and turns, air out some dirty laundry, and conclude with a bombshell...Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Support the Florida Themis Project! floridathemisproject.org/sponsors-donorsCrimeCon UK! June 11-12 in London!! Get your ticket at crimecon.co.uk/ and use code “PARADISE” for 10% off!CrimeCon Orlando! September 22-24, 2023! Get your ticket at crimecon.com/CC23 and use code “PARADISE” for 10% off!Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!
Dr. Teresa Sievers was a well-known and loved holistic doctor in Bonita Springs, FL. In June 2015 she was found bludgeoned to death in her home. This story will take many twists and turns, air out some dirty laundry, and conclude with a bombshell...Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmediaSupport the Florida Themis Project! floridathemisproject.org/sponsors-donors CrimeCon UK! June 11-12 in London!! Get your ticket at crimecon.co.uk/ and use code “PARADISE” for 10% off!CrimeCon Orlando! September 22-24, 2023! Get your ticket at crimecon.com/CC23 and use code “PARADISE” for 10% off!Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more!Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
BONUS! The month of May is Abduction Prevention Awareness Month and Lauren chats with Damsel Ninja Nancy from Damsel in Defense again on how to stay safe!Order your safety gear from Nancy this month, and a portion of the proceeds will go to our non-profit, The Florida Themis Project! ORDER HEREGet your Ring Doorbell and other safety gear HEREJoin our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmediaSupport the Florida Themis Project! floridathemisproject.org/sponsors-donorsCrimeCon UK! June 11-12 in London!! Get your ticket at crimecon.co.uk/ and use code “PARADISE” for 10% off!CrimeCon Orlando! September 22-24, 2023! Get your ticket at crimecon.com/CC23 and use code “PARADISE” for 10% off!Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more!Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
In this episode we discuss Theresa Hartley, who has been missing in the Ocala National Forest since March 11, 2023, along with the unsolved murder of Timothy Smith and a gang-related triple murder. All of this has occurred within the last several weeks in Marion County, FloridaAnyone with information on Theresa Hartley's whereabouts is asked to call the Marion County Sheriff's Office at (352) 368-3508 or the tip line at (352) 732-9111.You may also contact the St. John's County Sheriff's Office (the county Theresa lived in) at (904) 834-8304.Please follow the Find Theresa Hartley Facebook page for more info on searches and how you can help! If you have any information about the murder of Tim Smith please call Detective Daniel Pinder at (352) 368-3508. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers of Marion County at (352) 368-STOP (7867), and reference 23-21 in your tip.You can also call Crime Stoppers of Marion County in reference to any of the crimes we have discussed in this episodeJoin our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmediaSupport the Florida Themis Project! floridathemisproject.org/sponsors-donorsCrimeCon UK! June 11-12 in London!! Get your ticket at crimecon.co.uk/ and use code “PARADISE” for 10% off!CrimeCon Orlando! September 22-24, 2023! Get your ticket at crimecon.com/CC23 and use code “PARADISE” for 10% off!Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmedianstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
Stephen Smith, a 19-year-old nursing student from Hampton, South Carolina, was found dead in the middle of Sandy Run Road, a dark country road, in the early morning hours of July 8, 2015. Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmediaVisit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmedia Twitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmedia If you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
In the summer of 1955, 14-year-old African-American Emmett Till was brutally murdered by two white men after he was accused of whistling at a white woman in a grocery store. Emmett's story and his mother Mamie's efforts helped galvanize the growing civil rights movement in this country in the 1950s and beyond.Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmediaVisit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmedia Twitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmedia If you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
The conclusion to this story, including the arrest and sensational trial and all the events leading up to Steven Benson's death in 2015.Thanks for listening, and remember: If you see something say something!!Collier County Sheriff's Office (239) 774-4434Lee County Sheriff's Office (239) 477-1000SWFL Crime Stoppers 1-800-780-TIPS (8477)Music by purple-planet.com
On July 9th, 1985 the Benson Family vehicle exploded in their driveway, killing the millionaire family matriarch, Margaret Benson, and her youngest son, Scott, and wounding her only daughter Carol Lynn. Her older son, Steven Benson survived the blast because he has "run inside to grab something he forgot".....Part 1 of this story explores the characters, the family background and the crime.Don't forget to tune in to Part 2 for the conclusion of this crazy story.If you see something say something!!Collier County Sheriff's Office (239) 774-4434Lee County Sheriff's Office (239) 477-1000SWFL Crime Stoppers 1-800-780-TIPS (8477)Music by purple-planet.com
Ali Gilmore vanished from her home in Tallahassee, FL in the middle of the night on February 2, 2006. She's not been seen or heard from since… Tickets for PAD's 5-year PODiversary Party: Click HereJoin our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmediaVisit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmedia Twitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmedia If you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
Lindsay Clancy, a 32-year-old labor and delivery nurse killed her three children and attempted to kill herself on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. How can this happen??Tickets for PAD's 5-year PODiversary Party: Click HereJoin our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmediaVisit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmedia Twitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmedia If you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
On May 26, 1990, 40-year-old Marlene Warren opened the door of her home in Wellington, FL, and was shot in the face by a person dressed as a clownTickets for PAD's 5-year PODiversary Party: Click HereJoin our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmediaVisit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmedia Twitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmedia If you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
On December 22, 2016 the body of Taylor McAllister was found in a ally in St. Petersburg, Florida. Her death was ruled a homicide, three people were charged and convicted of misdemeanors in connection with her death, but no one has been charged with her murder. Anyone with information about Taylor's murder is asked to contact the Pinellas County Sheriffs Office at 727-582-6200 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-873-TIPS (8477)Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmediaVisit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more!Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
On December 22, 2016 the body of Taylor McAllister was found in a ally in St. Petersburg, Florida. Her death was ruled a homicide, three people were charged and convicted of misdemeanors in connection with her death, but no one has been charged with her murder. Anyone with information about Taylor's murder is asked to contact the Pinellas County Sheriffs Office at 727-582-6200 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-873-TIPS (8477)Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmediaVisit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more!Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
On December 22, 2016 the body of Taylor McAllister was found in a ally in St. Petersburg, Florida. Her death was ruled a homicide, three people were charged and convicted of misdemeanors in connection with her death, but no one has been charged with her murder. Anyone with information about Taylor's murder is asked to contact the Pinellas County Sheriffs Office at 727-582-6200 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-873-TIPS (8477)Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmediaVisit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more!Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
On November 2, 2016, Sherri Papini vanished from her neighborhood in Redding, CA, creating panic in the community. She reappeared 22 days later beaten, bruised, and branded. But the thing is...Sherri orchestrated the whole ordeal herself.Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmediaVisit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more!Facebook.com/palmahawkmedia Instagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
In the 1930's Cleveland, OH was terrorized by a serial killer who dismembered his victims and often times only a torso was found...Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmediaVisit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmedia Instagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
Ellen Greenberg was found dead in her locked apartment with 20 stab wounds... was it suicide or murder?Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, tons of bonus episodes, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmediaVisit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more!Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
On May 11, 2011, six-year-old Timmothy James Pitzen was dropped off at school in Aurora by his father James Pitzen. He was picked up shortly after by his mother, Amy Fry-Pitzen, who took him on a three-day trip to various amusement and water parks. Fry-Pitzen's body was subsequently found in a motel room in the city of Rockford, Ill, having died by suicide, with a note stating that Timmothy was safe, but would never be found...Anyone with information about Timmothy is asked to call the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children at 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678) or the Aurora Police Department's Timmothy Pitzen Tip Line at 630-256-5516.Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
Thirty-nine soldiers died or went missing in 2020 alone at Fort Hood Army Base in Killeen, TX. What is going on there??Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com
We will be taking some time off for the holidays! But in our absence please allow yourself to get hooked and binge Lauren's new show, Massacre on Muriel Court!On October 22. 1966, while most of the town was at the FSU football game or the North Florida fair, three of the five members of the Sims family were massacred in their home at 641 Muriel Court in Tallahassee, Florida. This case is still unsolved. If you'd like to support this independent podcast please consider joining our Patreon at Patreon.com/palmahawkmediaThis episode was researched, written and produced by Lauren Samples of Palmahawk Media, LLC
Jerry Michael Williams (AKA Mike) went missing on December 16, 2000, when it was said he left his home in Tallahassee, Florida, to go duck hunting. His wife went on to collect his $1.5 million life insurance and marry Mike's best friend and What really happened to Mike Williams?Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, tons of bonus episodes, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmediaInstagram @palmahawkmediaTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @palmahawkmediaIf you see something say something!!
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