Donna O’Steen was found stabbed to death in her home after failing to pick up her daughter from piano lessons. Many believe the investigation into her murder was overshadowed by the assassination of Thomas Wales, an Assistant U.S. Attorney, leading many to believe that authorities prioritized solving his murder over Donna’s, leaving both cases unsolved. Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Looking to get into shape, but don’t have much time? Check-out Total Gym! For an ADDITIONAL 20% off your...

Albert Johnson Walker, dubbed "The Rolex Killer," is a Canadian convict serving time for embezzlement and the murder of Ronald Platt. He notably did this by assuming aliases,  and even deceiving others into believing his daughter was his spouse. Thank you to Anna Luria with your help in researching this episode! Thank you to this week’s sponsors!  Get 15% off a Skylight Frame at SkylightFrame.com/MYSTERIES.  Lume’s Starter Pack is perfect for new customers.As a special offer for...

In 2017, Sara Starr, a beloved teacher in Coffee County, Alabama, was tragically found shot dead in her driveway. Despite years of investigation due to sparse evidence, authorities ultimately uncovered a complex murder-for-hire scheme.  Thank you to Sydney Pacha for your help researching this story.  If you'd like to hear our new weekly mini-sode, it's available for free on Patreon right now! Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Get your food to work for you and check out Hungryroot!...

In 1987, college student Cathy Sposito was brutally murdered while hiking in Yavapai County, Arizona. Decades later, through the efforts of volunteers and advances in genetic genealogy, her case and others were solved, providing closure to victims' families. Thank you to Elizabeth Atwood for your help in researching the episode! If you’re interested in becoming a cold case volunteer with Yavapai County, visit Cold Case Volunteers YCSOAZ.gov. Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Lume’s...

Lana Stempien, a vibrant attorney with a love for boating, disappeared mysteriously with her boyfriend Chuck Rutherford during a planned trip on Lake Huron in 2005. Despite extensive investigations and theories, including suspicions of foul play, Lana's body was found weeks later, while Chuck's whereabouts remain unknown, leaving the case unresolved and fraught with unanswered questions. Thank you to this week’s sponsors!  OneSkin is more than skin care. It’s about skin longevity,...

In 2015, Carrie and Steven Turner were getting ready for retirement, on the verge of a peaceful life in Myrtle Beach, met a tragic end during a fateful trip. After the police found their bodies in their hotel room, the search was on to find the couple’s son, who quickly became the number one suspect. Catch the Moms on “Love You to Death” on Tubi this week: For Love or Money Playbook for Murder Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Sleep better at night with the softest sheets from Boll and...

Bianca Carrasco, a devoted mother of three, went missing in May 2016 after a reported argument with her husband, leaving her family desperate for answers. Nearly eight years without answers, the family remains determined to find Bianca and prove she would not have willingly left her children and belongings behind. Thank you to both Julie for taking the time to speak with us about Bianca, and to the Murder Diaries who graciously shared their research with us to help create this...

Dubbed "the world's most wanted woman" in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Elaine Parent was sought for the murder of her potential roommate, Beverly McGowan. Using over 20 different identities and mastering disguise, Elaine eluded authorities for more than a decade.  Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Caden Lane is your one-stop shop for all your newborn, infant and toddler apparel. Head to CadenLane.com/MOMS and use code MOMS for 20% off your order. Nurture your mind and body with this...

This week we are discussing the life and tragic death of Judy Malinowski, a woman from Ohio, who lost her life after being set on fire by her ex-boyfriend in 2015. Despite suffering severe burns, she fought for two years before succumbing to her injuries, sparking widespread outrage and calls for justice. Make sure to check-out the Facebook page that shares all about Judy’s Foundation.  And for more information about Judy,  check-out the documentary “The Fire That Took Her” on Prime...

This week, we are discussing the story of a young mother named Nicole VanderHeyden, who was murdered after a night out with her boyfriend and other friends. And while police quickly honed in on a suspect, as more information came in, they quickly realized that the most obvious suspect isn't always the correct one. Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Right now, Hungryroot is offering Moms and Mysteries listeners 40% off your first delivery and free veggies for life. Just go to...

In 2019, renowned child psychiatrist Dr. Thomas Bouchard went missing after a trip to Las Vegas. Police quickly discovered that he was not a missing person but rather the victim of a gruesome homicide.  Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Caden Lane is your one-stop shop for all your newborn, infant and toddler apparel. Head to CadenLane.com/MOMS and use code MOMS for 20% off your order. Go to Zocdoc.com/MYSTERIES and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor...

This week, we are discussing the murder of 19-year-old Alaska native Sonya Ivanoff, who was walking home one night after visiting a friend. Fortunately a brave eyewitness came forward with information that would turn the investigation on its head.  Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Sleep better at night with the softest sheets from Boll and Branch. Get 15% off your first order when you use promo code MOMS at bollandbranch.com. Exclusions apply. See site for details. Listen to your gut with...

This week, we are discussing the disappearance and assumed murder of New York resident Gail Katz as she attempted to leave her abusive husband. Decades go by before Gail’s family learns the truth about what happened to her from a very unlikely person. Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Start all your shopping at rakuten.com or get the Rakuten app to start saving today, your Cash Back really adds up! Go to HelloFresh.com/momsfree and use code momsfree for FREE breakfast for life! One...

This week, we are discussing the murder of bride-to-be Molly Watson, which occurred less than two days before her wedding. Little did Molly know that the man she was planning to marry had a secret life that unraveled and ultimately led to her death. Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Right now, Hungryroot is offering our  listeners 40% off your first delivery and free veggies for life. Just go to Hungryroot.com/MOMS, to get 40% off your first delivery and get your free veggies.  Lume’s...

This week, we are discussing the murder of Chad Entzel, a North Dakota native. When police first arrived at Chad’s home, which he shared with his wife, they initially believed Chad had died by suicide. However, they quickly realized that something far more nefarious had taken place inside the home. Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Learn how to sleep again with Stellar Sleep. Head to StellarSleep.com/MOMS for your FREE 7-day trial and then just $99 per year… PLUS you can cancel any time...

This week, we are discussing the tragic murder of Heidi Firkus. Heidi was killed after an alleged intruder broke into the home she shared with her husband—the same home that was scheduled to be foreclosed on the next day, a fact unbeknownst to her. Thank you to this week’s sponsors!  Right now, Hungryroot is offering Moms and Mysteries: A True Crime Podcast  listeners 40% off your first delivery and free veggies for life. Just go to Hungryroot.com/MOMS, to get 40% off your first delivery...

This week we are discussing the murder of Irene Garza, a beloved teacher and pillar in her community and the decades it took to prosecute her killer.  Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality     Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and...

Hi Friends! I know we told you we were going to take the week off, but then we had the opportunity to record with our dear friends Kimberly and Katie with A Date with Dateline, and so we did! We hope you enjoy this incredibly fun episode all about the very real Lifetime show "Phrogging: Hider in My House". We recapped episode 8 and I don't know if we'll ever recover. Or sleep. Thank you all for your support! Make sure you subscribe to A Date with Dateline wherever you listen to your...

This week we are discussing the murder of Lynn Hernan, initially deemed a suicide, but later revealed as a homicide when investigators uncovered evidence of her fatal poisoning with Visine eye drops. Look for a new crossover episode next Tuesday, and we will return with brand-new episodes on January 2, 2024! Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Get the kids in your life a gift they will actually enjoy this year with Crunchlabs. Go to crunchlabs.com/MOMS to sign up today. For their holiday...

This week we are discussing the murder of Ildiko Krajnyak who was murdered in 2018 when a bomb exploded at her Southern California day spa. Thank you to this week’s sponsors! If you want to try Beam’s best-selling Dream Powder, take advantage of their biggest sale of the year and get up to 50% off for a limited time when you go to shopbeam.com/MOMS - the discount is auto-applied at checkout, no code necessary.  Don't wait for the unexpected to happen— join the massive community of pet...

This week we are discussing the disappearance and murder of Christie Wilson after a night out at a local casino. Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Make every look merry with Pair eyewear. Take advantage of Pair’s holiday sale. Go to paireyewear.com and use code HOLIDAY20 for 20% off your first pair. And be sure to mention that we sent you in the post-checkout survey!  Go to Zocdoc.com/MYSTERIES and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today.  Stop...

This week we are discussing the murder of CJ Sayers, a beloved son, brother, and father.  *New episode next week 11/28/2023* If you’d like to contribute to the second annual Toy Drive as mentioned in the beginning of the episode, you can send donations via venmo to CJ’s sister Alyssa. Her venmo is: @alyssa-sayers.  Special thanks this week to the Sayers Family as well as Haley Gray with Haley Gray Research who was instrumental in putting this episode together.   New merch! Check out Moms...

This week we are discussing the tragic murder of New Zealand farmer, Scott Guy, on his family’s farm. Police quickly honed in on one suspect, but was it the correct one? Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Treat yourself to the best bras and shapewear on the market and save up to 50% Off sitewide at honeylove.com/MOMS20 this month only. After you purchase, they’ll ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them we sent you. It’s time to ditch the underwire for good...

This week we are discussing the disappearance of former Marine, Bryan “Vladek” Hasel, and his family’s desperate search to locate him.  Thank you to Bethany and Jodi Hasel for sharing your brother’s story with us.  If you have information that could lead to the discovery of Vlad, please reach out to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office missing persons unit at 407-254-7000. The case number is 21-83864.  To keep up to date with Vladek’s case, visit https://linktr.ee/findvladekhasel If you'd...