Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast

In April 2024, 19-year-old Sade Robinson of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, went missing after going on a first date with Maxwell Anderson. Just a few days later, the first body parts began turning up at a local park. In this episode, we look at the events that transpired before Sade met her tragic demise and what might unfold at the trial of Maxwell Anderson, which begins this week. Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast on YouTube -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

On this episode, we look back on two tragic murder-suicides in the U.S. that took place within two days of each other over Mother's Day weekend. But these weren't your run-of-the-mill murder-suicides — these were familicides. And in both instances, it was the father who took the lives of the mother and the children. Our first case takes us to the small town of Cozad, Nebraska, as we look at the tragic deaths of Bailey Koch and her family. In our second case, we head to Kalispell, Montana, where we examine the gruesome demise of Katie Hartley and her children. Larissa Strong joins Andy on this episode, which will also be broadcast on our brand-new YouTube Channel. We encourage you to subscribe, as new videos will be added every week!   Hailey's Legacy Website Katie Hartley & Family GoFundMe  Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast on YouTube -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In October 2024, 36-year-old Caitlin Tracey's lifeless body was found at the bottom of a stairwell in a luxury high-rise building. Was it an accident... or something far more sinister? In this episode, we trace Caitlin's final months, the red flags that came before, and the bizarre investigation that followed. -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In March of 2024, Emily Steinhoff James went with her sister, Hilary Lombardi, to the home of Dorian Thomas to pick up Hilary's daughter in a custody dispute. Tragically, Emily wouldn't leave the home alive. This is the story of the life and death of Emily, as told by one of her friends, Larissa Strong.   Hailey's Legacy Website Emily's Family's GoFundMe Emily's Story Website -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

Join Andy, Emily, and Rian for the 4th-anniversary special of Unnatural! In this episode, we're going back to where it all began for us, Minnesota. And in 1972, one of the most infamous (and successful) kidnappings in U.S. history took place within its borders.  Virginia Piper was the 49-year-old wife of Harry Piper, an extremely wealthy CEO in the Twin Cities. When she was kidnapped on a warm July afternoon, her abductors were demanding a million-dollar ransom. -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com  

She was the news—then she became it. Iowa T.V. Anchor Jodi Huisentruit was running late for work in 1995… and vanished without a trace. Her car? Found in the lot. Her keys? On the ground. Her story? Still unsolved. Was it a stalker? A secret? Or something far more sinister? This is the case that shook an entire state—and still haunts it. -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

He was a beloved Las Vegas icon—part mechanic, part pro wrestling promoter, full-on personality. But when Buffalo Jim Barrier was found dead in a seedy motel in 2008, questions swirled. Was it a heart attack… or something far more sinister? In this episode, we dig into the wild life and suspicious death of a man who stood up to Vegas mobsters and may have paid the ultimate price. This is the story of Buffalo Jim Barrier. Special thanks to my friend Kim from MustSeeLasVegas for joining me on today's episode! You can follow Kim on TikTok and YouTube using the links below. MustSeeLasVegas TikTok, MustSeeLasVegas YouTube -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

Back in September 2024, Utah National Guardsman Matthew Johnson went missing. His wife, 41-year-old Jennifer Gledhill, immediately became a person of interest, as it was discovered she had confided her crime to the man she had been having an affair with. -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

Earlier this month, a hiker in Georgia stumbled upon a truly horrifying scene, as two young men were found dead from gunshot wounds. What made this especially shocking is that they were twin brothers. Local police in Hiawassee, Georgia, are calling this an apparent Murder-Suicide. However, the family of Qaadir and Naazir Lewis believes foul-play from the outside may be at play. This case also has striking similarities to another case from February of 2024. Special thanks to Parke Jones for her independent journalism on this case. You can follow her on YouTube here. Watch her two videos here and here. -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In 2018, 27-year-old Samantha Sayers signed her name into the trailhead registry at North Cascades National Park in Washington State. She was attempting to hike Vesper Peak, a formidable mountain she had completed a few months before. Sam was spotted at the summit a few hours later, but that would be the last time she was ever seen alive again.  -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In November 2023, 35-year-old Tyler Goodrich stepped out of his home in Lincoln, Nebraska after a heated argument with his husband, Marshall Vogel... In the 16 months since, no real leads have popped up... Until last week.   Here is the video of Tyler running out of the garage -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

Few death row cases have captivated the public like Richard Glossip's. Convicted of orchestrating the 1997 murder of Barry Van Treese, Glossip has faced execution nine times, narrowly avoiding death again just weeks ago. But did he actually commit the crime? This episode breaks down the shocking twists, the fight to overturn his conviction, and why his name is again making headlines. -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In the summer of 1999, the body of a young female was found in a Wisconsin cornfield. It would take 20 long years for her body to be identified, along with her killer. -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In Part Two of our look at the disappearance of Sara Ebersole, Andy speaks with Michelle Tullis about Sara's ex, Joseph Mayton, and a search of the hotel he was managing when she went missing... They also discuss an off-the-books Uber ride that Sara allegedly received the morning she went missing.   Follow Michelle Tullis on Facebook -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In March 2023, 26-year-old Sara Ebersole disappeared without a trace in Reddick, Florida. That night, she texted her older sister, saying she was going for a ride with some random cowboys. It was the last message she would ever send to her. In this episode—Part One of Two—Andy speaks with Michelle Tullis about Sara's life growing up, how she first learned of her disappearance, and how her world was forever changed in the months that followed.   Follow Michelle Tullis on Facebook -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In January of 2013, the small town of Kaufman, Texas was thrust into the national limelight during a series of killings of prominent prosecutors from the area. Investigators knew that the killer (or killers) had to be someone out for revenge. -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In part two, Andy and Rian discuss just how exactly Stephanie Slater made it out of her abduction alive. They also learn how her abductor, Michael Sams, almost got away with it. Crimewatch News Program on Stephanie Slater To give you an idea of what Stephanie had to endure, here's a look at the makeshift coffin she was forced to live in for 8 days -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

Join us for our 150th-episode celebration! In January 1992, Estate Agent, Stephanie Slater was abducted while showing a home in Birmingham, England. In part one of this two-part case, Andy and Rian delve into how this horrific crime occurred and the steps Stephanie took to save her own life from a madman determined to get a substantial ransom from her employer, Shipways.   To give you an idea of what Stephanie had to endure, here's a look at the makeshift coffin she was forced to live in for 8 days -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

Brian Cohee Jr. was out for a drive late on a Saturday night in February 2021, when, by chance, he came across a homeless man (Warren Barnes) sleeping underneath a bridge in Grand Junction, Colorado. What happened next was the moment Brian had been waiting for, but he failed to realize the ramifications for his horrific actions. Bodycam Police Footage and More From Explore With Us -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In February of 2024, 15-year-old Sebastian Rogers went missing from his home in Hendersonville, Tennessee. As the investigation went on, more and more mysteries would unfold, leaving local police and the entire community on edge. Video of the Moving Flashlights -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In this series of Unsolved Cases, Emily and Andy discuss 3 baffling cases that have yet to be resolved. First, we take a fresh look at the JonBenét Ramsey case, as new information has come to light, in the form of a letter sent to John Ramsey. Later, we dive into the 1990 disappearance of Christopher Kerze, a 17-year-old who vanished from Eagan, Minnesota in 1990. Finally, we look at one of the most chilling disappearances of the past decade, as we discuss the bizarre mystery surrounding 28-year-old Lars Mittank from Germany.    Here is the music video from Soul Asylum featuring Christopher Kerze Here is the strange video of Lars Mittank at the Airport   -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

On the 4th of December, UnitedHealthcare CEO, Brian Thompson was gunned down in Midtown Manhattan while walking to a conference. For five days, the suspect evaded arrest until December 9th, when NYPD Police Commissioner, Jessica Tisch announced he had been spotted by an employee at a McDonald's in Altoona, Pennsylvania. In this episode, Andy and Rian discuss the suspect's possible motives and the ramifications of this case, which has captured the interest of the entire country. Information on the suspect, Luigi Mangione NYPD Announces Arrest of Luigi Mangione (YouTube Video) -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In this fan-suggested episode, we look at the tragic and unsolved murder of 9-year-old Amber Hagerman. For four days in 1996, Amber's family and the entire community of Arlington, Texas searched (in vain) for the innocent third grader. When Amber's body was found, the city itself looked grasped at straws to find the killer. Learn more about Amber's case here. Special thanks to Arya for the suggestion! -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In this quick update to a case we covered in November, Andy gives the latest bombshell developments in the Ryan Borgwardt investigation. In October it was discovered that Ryan had faked his own death and fled to Eastern Europe. More recently, law enforcement revealed that they are now in contact with Ryan. He also released a video and internet sleuths the world over have been parsing through it, trying to figure out exactly where in the world is Ryan Borgwardt now.   Here is the video Ryan Borgwardt sent to investigators Here is the Green Lake County Sheriff's Latest Update on Ryan -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In February of 2024, Laken Riley was brutally murdered while jogging in the woods on the campus of the University of Georgia. Police honed in on a suspect straight away, however, his identity resulted in a media firestorm. Here is audio of the 911 call and testimony from the officer who arrived on site -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

Back in August 2024, 44-year-old Ryan Borgwardt went missing while kayaking late at night on a deep Wisconsin lake. When his belongings were discovered submerged, it seemed all signs pointed to a tragic ending. But soon after, the case took a shocking turn that left Ryan's wife and children grappling with disbelief. What happened next? Ryan Borgwardt Possible Sighting? Here is a Local Article on Ryan Borgwardt -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In October 2001, Cynthia Garcia, a 44-year-old mother of six, was brutally murdered by several members of the notorious Hells Angels Motorcycle Gang. It would take nearly two decades for her kids to finally see justice for their mom's senseless murder. -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In part two, Andy and Rian look at the lies, deception, and intimidation that fueled a convoluted, years-long search for Marta. When the trial finally began, Miguel Carcaño wasn't the only person facing a conviction. -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In this fan-suggested episode, Andy and Rian delve into the 2009 disappearance of 17-year-old Marta Del Castillo. On the surface, this looks like an open-and-shut case, but the more you look into it, the deeper the rabbit hole goes. Special shout out to Lilou for this suggestion! You can request cases for us to cover in the links below. -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

Haunty Spook Spook Season is Here! Emily is back with Andy to discuss one of the most gruesome double homicides in the history of All Hallows Eve. In 2004, two women in Napa County, California (Adriane Insogna and Leslie Ann Mazzara), were brutally stabbed to death in their home on Halloween night, and it would take a full year for police to hone in on the killer. Later in the episode, we'll shift gears to explore some of the spookiest mythological creatures in US history, including Tahoe Tessie, The White Lady, The Tommyknockers and more...    Link to the Creepy Creatures Article -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In April of 2006, Anna Svidersky, just 6 days shy of her 18th birthday, was brutally murdered at a McDonald's restaurant in the city of Vancouver, Washington. This is her story. -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In the early morning hours of August 20, 2016, six innocent people, including an unborn child, were mercilessly slaughtered while they slept in their beds. The suspect, Derrick Dearman, was apprehended a short time later, but now, as his execution looms this month, some are calling for an immediate halt to his death sentence. -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com  

When 38-year-old Kristina Joksimovic, a one-time finalist for the Miss Switzerland crown, was found dead in her home earlier this year, one clear suspect emerged. But what he allegedly did to her body after killing her, will make your stomach turn. -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com  

Back in March 2024, 14-year-old Carly Gregg was captured on her kitchen camera concealing something behind her back. Moments later, she disappeared from view, and three loud bangs could be heard. Carly then returned to the kitchen and began texting her stepfather from her mother's phone, asking, "When will you be home, honey?"   Follow along with the podcast by watching the clips below   Here is the video of Carly in the Kitchen Here is the audio of Heath Smylie's 911 Call Here is the video of the verdict -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com  

Cari Farver has broken up with Dave and gone missing. Liz Golyar begins to suspect that Cari is behind the vandalism to her car and the arson to her home. Dave Kroupa is also being harassed by Cari via text message. The Omaha police believe that Cari is on a rampage because she's off her bipolar medication... But Cari's mom isn't buying it.  -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com  

Dave Kroupa, a recently single father of two, joined the online dating site Plenty of Fish in search of a fresh start. What began as a quest for a casual relationship quickly spiraled into a twisted and deadly love triangle. -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com  

In March 2020, Russell Hill and Carol Clay embarked on what was supposed to be a serene camping trip in the rugged beauty of Victoria's High Country. These were not just any campers—they were childhood sweethearts who, despite spending most of their adult lives married to other people, had rekindled a secret romance. Their disappearance was not just a mystery—it was a scandal that gripped the nation, revealing their hidden affair and sparking a search that would uncover far more than anyone anticipated. Special thanks to Ruby for this fan suggestion! You can suggest cases for us to cover in the socials below... -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com  

In this bonus episode, Emily and Andy delve into eight of the most infamous and impactful crimes in American history. From chilling tales of serial killers to high-profile courtroom dramas, we explore the cases that not only shocked the nation but also changed the course of history. Whether it's the unsolved mysteries that continue to haunt us or the landmark trials that reshaped our justice system, 'The Murders That Made America' brings you closer to the dark moments that have left an indelible mark on our society.   Side Note: Unnatural Will Be Back With a Brand New Season This September! -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

On April 19, 1995, a homemade bomb went off at the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, killing 168 people, including 19 children. The ensuing manhunt was one of the largest in American history and led to the arrest of an unlikely suspect.   Side Note: This is our final episode of the season but we'll be back with a Bonus Episode this Summer and a Brand New Season in September. Thanks for your support! -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

It's 1920 and a neighbor just discovered a gruesome murder of eight bodies outside a small North Dakota town. The discovery of the killer and his motives would shake the community of Turtle Lake to its core and make international headlines. --   Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

The Jacob Wetterling case went cold for 26 long years but his family never lost hope. In 2015, an arrest was finally made, and as it turns out, this suspect had been looked into years before. In this episode, Andy and Molly discuss how this cold case heated up quickly and led to an eventual confession and the discovery of Jacob's body. Follow Molly on Instagram here   --   Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In October, 1989, an 11-year-old boy named Jacob Wetterling made national news headlines when he was abducted in front of his best friend and brother at gunpoint by a masked man. Join Andy, along with special guest host, Molly Penny (Minnesota native and Radio Host) as they explore what the feeling was like in Minnesota at that time, and more importantly, why the case went cold for 27 long years. Follow Molly on Instagram here   --   Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In part two of our look at the California House of Horror, Jordan Turpin escapes her living hell, saves her siblings, and ensures her mother and father (David and Louise) will never harm anyone again. Unfortunately, another tragedy would befall Jordan and her siblings after their harrowing rescue.  

In January 2018, 17-year-old Jordan Turpin took a leap of faith out of her family's window to rescue her siblings, who were shackled to their beds. Jordan, who had never spoken to a stranger before, was determined to end the lifelong torture she and her twelve siblings had endured. Her brave escape revealed the horrifying conditions inside the Turpin home, shocking the public and exposing years of severe abuse and neglect.

In 1981, Ladonna Mathis and her two sons were brutally murdered in their rural South Dakota home. Over 40 years later, the crime has yet to be solved, although most believe the killer to be John Mathis, Ladonna's husband and the children's father. In this episode, Andy and Rian discuss John's bizarre story of the murders, along with one of the most covered trials in the history of the state.

The Hungryland Preserve is a huge wildlife sanctuary in southeast Florida. Sadly, in 2016, 30-year-old Tricia Todd's dismembered body was found there. But how she got to the preserve in the first place is a shocking and tragic story.  _________ Connect With Us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com  

In June 2009, Ed Thomas, one of the country's most beloved and well-known high school football coaches, was brutally murdered in the small town of Parkersburg, Iowa. Surprisingly, the perpetrator was one of Ed's former players, Mark Becker. -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

Last month, a seemingly routine scam took an unforeseen turn when an Uber driver, Loletha Hall, arrived at the Ohio home of 81-year-old William Brock. Instead of a typical encounter, Hall found herself facing Brock's .22 caliber revolver at the doorstep.   Here is the Video of the Ohio Uber Shooting (Viewer Discretion Advised) Here is the Video of the Police Bodycam Footage and 911 Call -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

In Part Two of our look at the Apple River Stabbing, Nicolae Miu takes the stand, as does the victim's mother, Alina Hernandez. Later, the verdict is in, leaving many people confused and shocked. Links: Nicolae Miu Takes The Stand Isaac Schuman's Family Speaks After The Trial Here is the link to the video of the stabbing Here is the link to the Police Bodycam footage -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

Join us for our 3rd-anniversary episode! And Emily is back to join Andy and Rian, as they cover a case that's gripping the Upper Midwest. In July of 2022, Nicolae Miu (Nic) was tubing down the Apple River in Wisconsin with several of his friends. When one of them accidentally dropped their cellphone in the river, Nic went to retrieve it with his scuba gear. Shortly thereafter, a confrontation ensued with another group floating down the river, and one teenage boy wound up dead.   Here is the link to the video of the stabbing Here is the link to the Police Bodycam footage -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com

Scott Sessions was a renowned musician and beloved figure in the community of Greeley, Colorado. Sadly, in early 2020, Scott met a tragic end in a brutal ambush, where he was nearly decapitated. His new girlfriend, Heather Frank, was also killed in a violent and inhumane way, leaving the residents in this quiet Northern Colorado area in shock and disbelief. -- Connect with us! Instagram: @unnaturalthepodcast Facebook: Unnatural: A True Crime Podcast Email: unnaturalthepodcast@gmail.com