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Hot Breath! Podcast: Your Weekly Guide to Comedy Mastery
April Contest Winner Scott Shanahan - How to Write One Liners, Finding Your Comedic Voice, + MORE

Hot Breath! Podcast: Your Weekly Guide to Comedy Mastery

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025 42:02 Transcription Available


Scott Shanahan is this month's clean comedy contest winner!Join next month's contest here: https://cleancomedycontest.comGet Jerry Corley's book here: https://comedyclinic.samcart.com/referral/CTqBjMqN/ZBD41W0ekdY1mdCkJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/Join our Patreon: http://patreon.com/hotbreathpodSubscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://youtube.com/hotbreathpod?sub_confirmation=1Check out our classes and workshops here: https://hotbreathmedia.com

The Opperman Report
BLOODY LIES: A CSI SCANDAL IN THE HEARTLAND

The Opperman Report

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2024 121:52


A native of Joliet, Ill., John Ferak covered the stunning discovery of Scott Shanahan's remains inside his Defiance, Iowa home. Ferak later chronicled the awful tragedy in rural Murdock, also for the Omaha World-Herald, Nebraska's largest news organization. Ferak has appeared on Investigation Discovery's "Cold Blood" and also on HLN News.His first book, BLOODY LIES: A CSI SCANDAL IN THE HEARTLAND, has been chosen as one of seven finalists for the 2014 true-crime book of the year at Foreword Reviews. His second book, about the Iowa murder of Scott Shanahan, has been an #Amazon bestseller since its release on #Kindle Jan. 15, 2015. It came out in paperback in April.Ferak has appeared on Omaha's KETV, Omaha's Tom Becka Radio Show, Omaha's KFAB 1110-AM and Chicagoland's WJOL with host Scott Slocum. Ferak is a repeat special guest of Darkness Radio's True-Crime Tuesday: Twin Cities' Newstalk 1130 AM with host Dave Schrader, The Generation Why Podcast, and True-Crime Uncensored: America's most popular true-crime radio show, hosted by the legendary Burl Barer of Los Angeles.These days, Ferak is an award-winning investigative team member for Gannett Wisconsin Media, based at The Post-Crescent in Appleton, Wis. He also has worked as a reporter or editor at the South Bend Tribune in Indiana, The Daily Herald based in Arlington Heights Ill., and the Green Bay Press-Gazette.Although Ferak takes his writing and journalism seriously, he enjoys spending his free time with his wife, Andrea, and their three children. Ferak roots for the Green Bay Packers and the Nebraska Cornhuskers. He is a devoted follower of Major League Baseball and the Chicago White Sox. He is also known to enjoy a can or two of his favorite canned beer, Pabst Blue Ribbon, “The people's beer,” as he likes to call it.Photo by Sharon CekadaThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/1198501/advertisement

Forensic Transmissions
Episode 190: Skeleton in the Closet

Forensic Transmissions

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 74:57


Dixie Shanahan, 36, a hard-working nurse's aide from Defiance, Iowa, was abused by her stepfather all through her childhood, then, in 1995, she married an abusive husband. Scott Shanahan, 40, had a violent temper, was twice convicted of beating Dixie, and once tied her up with wire coat hangers, and locked her in the basement for three days. One night, Scott threatened Dixie and her unborn baby with a loaded gun. Dixie, afraid for her daughter's life, waited until Scott was asleep then shot him in the back of the head. Then, instead of calling 911, she pulled the covers of Scott's body, closed and locked the bedroom door, and never went in there again. A year later, when police entered the room, there was nothing left but skeletal remains. In April 2004, Dixie was found guilty of second-degree murder, which normally carries a 50-year sentence, but in 2018, after fifteen years behind bars, she was granted work release.

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Crime With My Coffee
Dixie Shanahan

Crime With My Coffee

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2023 45:56


In the summer of 2002, Scott Shanahan disappeared from the public eye in his small town of Defiance, Iowa.  His wife, Dixie, told everyone that asked that her abusive husband had up and left her after she got pregnant with their third child.  Eventually someone would contact the authorities and mention this super strange absence.  You won't believe what their investigation turned up.Sources for this episode:Wikipedia - Defiance, IowaMurderpedia - Dixie ShanahanDes Moines Register - Who is Dixie Shanahan Duty and why did she murder her husband?Oxygen - A Mother Shoots Her Habitually Abusive Husband, Hides Body Under Blanket In Bedroom For MonthsDixie's Last Stand by John FerakSupport the show

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The Opperman Report
John Ferak : BLOODY LIES: A CSI SCANDAL IN THE HEARTLAND

The Opperman Report

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2022 126:53


A native of Joliet, Ill., John Ferak covered the stunning discovery of Scott Shanahan's remains inside his Defiance, Iowa home. Ferak later chronicled the awful tragedy in rural Murdock, also for the Omaha World-Herald, Nebraska's largest news organization. Ferak has appeared on Investigation Discovery's "Cold Blood" and also on HLN News. His first book, BLOODY LIES: A CSI SCANDAL IN THE HEARTLAND, has been chosen as one of seven finalists for the 2014 true-crime book of the year at Foreword Reviews. His second book, about the Iowa murder of Scott Shanahan, has been an #Amazon bestseller since its release on #Kindle Jan. 15, 2015. It came out in paperback in April. Ferak has appeared on Omaha's KETV, Omaha's Tom Becka Radio Show, Omaha's KFAB 1110-AM and Chicagoland's WJOL with host Scott Slocum. Ferak is a repeat special guest of Darkness Radio's True-Crime Tuesday: Twin Cities' Newstalk 1130 AM with host Dave Schrader, The Generation Why Podcast, and True-Crime Uncensored: America's most popular true-crime radio show, hosted by the legendary Burl Barer of Los Angeles. These days, Ferak is an award-winning investigative team member for Gannett Wisconsin Media, based at The Post-Crescent in Appleton, Wis. He also has worked as a reporter or editor at the South Bend Tribune in Indiana, The Daily Herald based in Arlington Heights Ill., and the Green Bay Press-Gazette. Although Ferak takes his writing and journalism seriously, he enjoys spending his free time with his wife, Andrea, and their three children. Ferak roots for the Green Bay Packers and the Nebraska Cornhuskers. He is a devoted follower of Major League Baseball and the Chicago White Sox. He is also known to enjoy a can or two of his favorite canned beer, Pabst Blue Ribbon, “The people's beer,” as he likes to call it.Photo by Sharon Cekada

The Opperman Report
John Ferak : BLOODY LIES: A CSI SCANDAL IN THE HEARTLAND

The Opperman Report

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2022 126:53


A native of Joliet, Ill., John Ferak covered the stunning discovery of Scott Shanahan's remains inside his Defiance, Iowa home. Ferak later chronicled the awful tragedy in rural Murdock, also for the Omaha World-Herald, Nebraska's largest news organization. Ferak has appeared on Investigation Discovery's "Cold Blood" and also on HLN News. His first book, BLOODY LIES: A CSI SCANDAL IN THE HEARTLAND, has been chosen as one of seven finalists for the 2014 true-crime book of the year at Foreword Reviews. His second book, about the Iowa murder of Scott Shanahan, has been an #Amazon bestseller since its release on #Kindle Jan. 15, 2015. It came out in paperback in April. Ferak has appeared on Omaha's KETV, Omaha's Tom Becka Radio Show, Omaha's KFAB 1110-AM and Chicagoland's WJOL with host Scott Slocum. Ferak is a repeat special guest of Darkness Radio's True-Crime Tuesday: Twin Cities' Newstalk 1130 AM with host Dave Schrader, The Generation Why Podcast, and True-Crime Uncensored: America's most popular true-crime radio show, hosted by the legendary Burl Barer of Los Angeles. These days, Ferak is an award-winning investigative team member for Gannett Wisconsin Media, based at The Post-Crescent in Appleton, Wis. He also has worked as a reporter or editor at the South Bend Tribune in Indiana, The Daily Herald based in Arlington Heights Ill., and the Green Bay Press-Gazette. Although Ferak takes his writing and journalism seriously, he enjoys spending his free time with his wife, Andrea, and their three children. Ferak roots for the Green Bay Packers and the Nebraska Cornhuskers. He is a devoted follower of Major League Baseball and the Chicago White Sox. He is also known to enjoy a can or two of his favorite canned beer, Pabst Blue Ribbon, “The people's beer,” as he likes to call it.Photo by Sharon Cekada

Court TV Podcast
Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: A Year In Defiance

Court TV Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2022 45:13


Scott Shanahan was known for being unpredictable by the people of Defiance, Iowa so when he disappeared, leaving behind his pregnant wife and two children, nobody thought much of it. However, more than a year after his disappearance investigators uncovered something much more sinister when they searched his home. This week's Court TV Podcast tells the story of his murder and eventual the trial of his killer. Here's another audio edition of the Court TV original series Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall – this episode is titled “A Year In Defiance.” To see Court TV's gavel to gavel coverage of the Nevada vs Dixie Shanahan trial, click here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Margaret Street Church of Christ
Matthew 24 by Scott Shanahan

Margaret Street Church of Christ

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2022


“Matthew 24” by Scott Shanahan, missionary to Italy  The post Matthew 24 by Scott Shanahan appeared first on Margaret Street Church of Christ.

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I Said God Damn! A True Crime Podcast
187: A Hot Plate of Potatoes

I Said God Damn! A True Crime Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2022 73:45


This week Stacey tells us about Dixie Lynn Shanahan, an Iowa woman who murdered her abusive husband, Scott Shanahan, in 1995.Sources:https://murderpedia.org/female.S/s/shanahan-dixie.htmhttps://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.desmoinesregister.com/amp/713488002Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/ISGDpodcast)

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Texas 10-31: A Texas True Crime Podcast
Halloween Episode: Tynisha Ysais & Dixie Shanahan

Texas 10-31: A Texas True Crime Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2021 50:10


It's our 4/5's annual Halloween Episode and we do out of state murders!! Hannah tells the story of the murder Tynisha Ysais in Los Angeles. Cassie ends the episode with the murder of Scott Shanahan out in Iowa. Happy Halloween! Sources: https://murderpedia.org/female.S/s/shanahan-dixie.htm https://www.oxygen.com/snapped/crime-time/woman-shoots-abusive-husband-hides-body https://bop.iowa.gov/offender/view/0808771 https://morbidnmacabre.com/2020/03/05/big-lurch-the-rapper-turned-cannibal-killer/ https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/real-life-stories/rapper-killed-girlfriend-chewed-up-11566075 https://www.iheart.com/content/2019-11-08-its-all-bad-the-horrifying-story-of-big-lurch-on-disgraceland/ https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2003-nov-08-me-rapper8-story.html https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2003-jun-17-me-antron17-story.html https://www.theage.com.au/entertainment/celebrity/rapper-ate-flesh-for-gangsta-image-20030414-gdvjjh.html https://medium.com/crimebeat/the-rapper-that-murdered-and-ate-his-roommate-c4ceb16e1896 https://ourblackgirls.com/2018/05/11/tynisha-ysais-killed-by-rapper-roommate-who-ate-parts-of-her-body-raw/ https://murderpedia.org/male.L/l/lurch-big.htm https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKpG1CDWHzQ http://www.ok-tho.com/2018/11/they-convicted-me-over-lunch-break.html

The Opperman Report
John Ferak : BLOODY LIES: A CSI SCANDAL IN THE HEARTLAND

The Opperman Report

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2021 9:06


A native of Joliet, Ill., John Ferak covered the stunning discovery of Scott Shanahan's remains inside his Defiance, Iowa home. Ferak later chronicled the awful tragedy in rural Murdock, also for the Omaha World-Herald, Nebraska's largest news organization. Ferak has appeared on Investigation Discovery's "Cold Blood" and also on HLN News. His first book, BLOODY LIES: A CSI SCANDAL IN THE HEARTLAND, has been chosen as one of seven finalists for the 2014 true-crime book of the year at Foreword Reviews. His second book, about the Iowa murder of Scott Shanahan, has been an #Amazon bestseller since its release on #Kindle Jan. 15, 2015. It came out in paperback in April. Ferak has appeared on Omaha's KETV, Omaha's Tom Becka Radio Show, Omaha's KFAB 1110-AM and Chicagoland's WJOL with host Scott Slocum. Ferak is a repeat special guest of Darkness Radio's True-Crime Tuesday: Twin Cities' Newstalk 1130 AM with host Dave Schrader, The Generation Why Podcast, and True-Crime Uncensored: America's most popular true-crime radio show, hosted by the legendary Burl Barer of Los Angeles. These days, Ferak is an award-winning investigative team member for Gannett Wisconsin Media, based at The Post-Crescent in Appleton, Wis. He also has worked as a reporter or editor at the South Bend Tribune in Indiana, The Daily Herald based in Arlington Heights Ill., and the Green Bay Press-Gazette. Although Ferak takes his writing and journalism seriously, he enjoys spending his free time with his wife, Andrea, and their three children. Ferak roots for the Green Bay Packers and the Nebraska Cornhuskers. He is a devoted follower of Major League Baseball and the Chicago White Sox. He is also known to enjoy a can or two of his favorite canned beer, Pabst Blue Ribbon, “The people's beer,” as he likes to call it.Photo by Sharon Cekada

The Opperman Report'
John Ferak : BLOODY LIES: A CSI SCANDAL IN THE HEARTLAND

The Opperman Report'

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2021 9:06


A native of Joliet, Ill., John Ferak covered the stunning discovery of Scott Shanahan's remains inside his Defiance, Iowa home. Ferak later chronicled the awful tragedy in rural Murdock, also for the Omaha World-Herald, Nebraska's largest news organization. Ferak has appeared on Investigation Discovery's "Cold Blood" and also on HLN News.His first book, BLOODY LIES: A CSI SCANDAL IN THE HEARTLAND, has been chosen as one of seven finalists for the 2014 true-crime book of the year at Foreword Reviews. His second book, about the Iowa murder of Scott Shanahan, has been an #Amazon bestseller since its release on #Kindle Jan. 15, 2015. It came out in paperback in April.Ferak has appeared on Omaha's KETV, Omaha's Tom Becka Radio Show, Omaha's KFAB 1110-AM and Chicagoland's WJOL with host Scott Slocum. Ferak is a repeat special guest of Darkness Radio's True-Crime Tuesday: Twin Cities' Newstalk 1130 AM with host Dave Schrader, The Generation Why Podcast, and True-Crime Uncensored: America's most popular true-crime radio show, hosted by the legendary Burl Barer of Los Angeles.These days, Ferak is an award-winning investigative team member for Gannett Wisconsin Media, based at The Post-Crescent in Appleton, Wis. He also has worked as a reporter or editor at the South Bend Tribune in Indiana, The Daily Herald based in Arlington Heights Ill., and the Green Bay Press-Gazette.Although Ferak takes his writing and journalism seriously, he enjoys spending his free time with his wife, Andrea, and their three children. Ferak roots for the Green Bay Packers and the Nebraska Cornhuskers. He is a devoted follower of Major League Baseball and the Chicago White Sox. He is also known to enjoy a can or two of his favorite canned beer, Pabst Blue Ribbon, “The people's beer,” as he likes to call it.Photo by Sharon Cekada

Margaret Street Church of Christ
Principles of Evangelism by Scott Shanahan

Margaret Street Church of Christ

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2021


“Principles of Evangelism by Scott Shanahan”. Our missionary to Italy returns home and delivers a wonderful message about our Christian responsibilities. The post Principles of Evangelism by Scott Shanahan appeared first on Margaret Street Church of Christ.

True Crime Uncensored
DIXIE'S LAST STAND -- John Ferak tells the strange tale of murder and air fresheners

True Crime Uncensored

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2020 59:06


Dixie Shanahan had a terribly troubled and abusive marriage in the sleepy little town of Defiance, Iowa. Then one summer day in 2002, Dixie's mean and wicked husband was gone. Some of the local residents presumed that Scott packed his bags and left town. But others were skeptical. After all, Scott's brown Ford pick-up truck was still parked in his driveway. The disappearance mystified Defiance for more than a year. Then in late October, 2003, the truth emerged... or did it? The gray ranch along Third Avenue in the sleepy Midwestern town of less than 400 people was the recurring site of screaming, mad chaos and horrific domestic violence. Then one day, abusive husband Scott Shanahan was gone. Some thought he packed his bags and left town. Weeks passed. Months went by. Still no sign of the volatile wife beater. But what really happened to him was so shocking and so unbelievable that even grizzled, long-time law enforcement officials were aghast by the sight and awful smell. The town wondered why Dixie Shanahan managed to live with her husband's rotting body inside her master bedroom - for fourteen months. "In Dixie's Last Stand, journalist John Ferak gives us an impeccably researched and well-written account of the Dixie Shanahan case. The Iowa woman killed her husband after enduring years of abuse. Ferak weaves a gripping narrative while exploring important topics such as battered wife syndrome and mandatory sentencing laws. Highly recommended." - Robert Sberna, author of HOUSE OF HORRORS, the shocking true story of Anthony Sowell. "A well-written, and gripping depiction of 'battered wife syndrome'. ... This fascinating story will leave you asking yourself one question: Was the punishment that Dixie received in her case justified? Highly recommended --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/burl-barer/support

Stiff Crowd with The Boner Sisters
014 - $15,000 in Cookies

Stiff Crowd with The Boner Sisters

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2019 47:48


The Boner Sisters cover the murder of Scott Shanahan. JOIN THE PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/stiffcrowdsisters Blog - www.stiffcrowdsisters.com Twitter - https://bit.ly/2XeQR92 Facebook - https://bit.ly/2VSIEpz

Margaret Street Church of Christ

“Uniqueness of Christians” by Scott Shanahan. There are certain characteristics of a Christian that are very unique. 1 Peter 2:4-10 The post Christian Uniqueness appeared first on Margaret Street Church of Christ.

Margaret Street Church of Christ

“To Know Jesus …” by Scott Shanahan. To know Jesus you must be saved. A look at John 14:7-11. The post To Know Jesus … appeared first on Margaret Street Church of Christ.

Margaret Street Church of Christ
The Compassionate Servant

Margaret Street Church of Christ

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2018


“The Compassionate Servant” by Scott Shanahan. The compassion of Christ can be seen in Isaiah 53. The post The Compassionate Servant appeared first on Margaret Street Church of Christ.

Margaret Street Church of Christ

“Dangers of Ingratitude” by Scott Shanahan. We must be careful not to be like what Paul mentions in his letter to the Romans, “Professing to be wise, they became fools,” (1:22) The post Dangers of Ingratitude appeared first on Margaret Street Church of Christ.

Margaret Street Church of Christ
Lord, Increase My Faith during Difficulties

Margaret Street Church of Christ

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2018


Margaret Street’s Missionary, Scott Shanahan, delivers a stirring message from Habakuk about how we can increase our faith during difficult times. The post Lord, Increase My Faith during Difficulties appeared first on Margaret Street Church of Christ.

The Opperman Report
John Ferak : BLOODY LIES: A CSI SCANDAL IN THE HEARTLAND

The Opperman Report

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2015 121:52


A native of Joliet, Ill., John Ferak covered the stunning discovery of Scott Shanahan's remains inside his Defiance, Iowa home. Ferak later chronicled the awful tragedy in rural Murdock, also for the Omaha World-Herald, Nebraska's largest news organization. Ferak has appeared on Investigation Discovery's "Cold Blood" and also on HLN News.His first book, BLOODY LIES: A CSI SCANDAL IN THE HEARTLAND, has been chosen as one of seven finalists for the 2014 true-crime book of the year at Foreword Reviews. His second book, about the Iowa murder of Scott Shanahan, has been an #Amazon bestseller since its release on #Kindle Jan. 15, 2015. It came out in paperback in April.Ferak has appeared on Omaha's KETV, Omaha's Tom Becka Radio Show, Omaha's KFAB 1110-AM and Chicagoland's WJOL with host Scott Slocum. Ferak is a repeat special guest of Darkness Radio's True-Crime Tuesday: Twin Cities' Newstalk 1130 AM with host Dave Schrader, The Generation Why Podcast, and True-Crime Uncensored: America's most popular true-crime radio show, hosted by the legendary Burl Barer of Los Angeles. These days, Ferak is an award-winning investigative team member for Gannett Wisconsin Media, based at The Post-Crescent in Appleton, Wis. He also has worked as a reporter or editor at the South Bend Tribune in Indiana, The Daily Herald based in Arlington Heights Ill., and the Green Bay Press-Gazette.Although Ferak takes his writing and journalism seriously, he enjoys spending his free time with his wife, Andrea, and their three children. Ferak roots for the Green Bay Packers and the Nebraska Cornhuskers. He is a devoted follower of Major League Baseball and the Chicago White Sox. He is also known to enjoy a can or two of his favorite canned beer, Pabst Blue Ribbon, “The people's beer,” as he likes to call it.Photo by Sharon CekadaThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/1198501/advertisement

True Murder: The Most Shocking Killers
DIXIE'S LAST STAND-John Ferak

True Murder: The Most Shocking Killers

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2015 96:37


The gray ranch along Third Avenue in the sleepy Midwestern town of less than 400 people was the recurring site of screaming, mad chaos and horrific domestic violence. Then one day, abusive husband Scott Shanahan was gone. Some thought he packed his bags and left town. Weeks passed. Months went by. Still no sign of the volatile wife beater. But what really happened to him was so shocking and so unbelievable that even grizzled, long-time law enforcement officials were aghast by the sight and awful smell. The town wondered why Dixie Shanahan managed to live with her husband’s rotting body inside her master bedroom — for fourteen months. "This fascinating story will leave you asking yourself one question, was the punishment that Dixie received in her case justified?  DIXIE'S LAST STAND-Was It Murder or Self-Defense?-John Ferak

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The Generation Why Podcast
Dixie Shanahan - 110

The Generation Why Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2015 53:22


Dixie Shanahan. Author, and investigative journalist, John Ferak, joins the podcast to discuss the murder of Scott Shanahan by his wife, Dixie. The Iowan wife and mother had suffered domestic abuse for years before finally taking the law into her own hands. Once she was arrested, the question was whether or not she was justified […] The post Dixie Shanahan – 110 – Generation Why appeared first on The Generation Why Podcast.

Inside Lenz Network
Shattered Lives: WildBlue Press Author Series - JOHN FERAK

Inside Lenz Network

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2015 60:00


From the eye of an investigative journalist, John Ferak enters the controversial world of domestic violence and homicide through his latest WildBlue Press book, DIXIE'S LAST STAND. He writes with factual detail the circumstances leading to murder in the escalating violent marriage of Dixie and Scott Shanahan, and the shocking aftermath of an abused woman at the end of her rope with few options left. DIXIE'S LAST STAND opens the dialogue concerning the justification of intimate partner homicide and "battered woman syndrome" often used as a defense during trial. Was Dixie Shanahan acting in self defense, or was the murder of her husband a pre-meditated action?  HOST WEBSITE: DonnaGore.Com