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Crime, Cults, & Coffee

165 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★★ - 44 ratings

A true crime/paranormal podcast feat. everything creepy. Grab your coffee and have a mourning with us. Hosted by Brynne Nicole Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crime-cults-and-coffee/support

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Episode 157: "Friday the 13th”/ Rachel Mellon Skemp

October 13, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutes - 37 MB

Rachel Mellon Skemp was well-liked, thrived in school, & exuded positivity everywhere she went. Even with a tumultuous home life (at times), she seemed to have a glow about her. On January 31, 1996 — Rachel stayed home from school, only to mysteriously vanish by mid-day. Rachel has not been seen or heard from since. If you have any information regarding Rachel or her disappearance, please contact: • Bolingbrook PD: (630) 226-0600 • Bolingbrook Police Department Investigations Division: (630...

Episode 156: RE-RELEASE Slender Man

October 06, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MB

Spooky RE-RELEASE from last October 👻 Next week will come with a new episode, along with info going forward for when the Halloween babe is here 🦇 Thanks again for your understanding, listens, & support! IT’S SPOOKY SEASON GUYS & GHOULS!!! If you’ve been listening long enough, you know how much we love this time of the year. So to be super festive, we’re bringing back the eerie. This week we’re covering the story of Slender Man (aka Slendy) and the horrifying depictions that come along with ...

Episode 155: RE-RELEASE Mary Morris Murders

September 29, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MB

Thank you listeners for sticking it out with me as this week’s episode is another RE-RELEASE. Month 9 and I’m currently exhausted and trying to slow down a bit (since I haven’t up until now, along with running on fumes). I’m trying my best to still post something for you, even if that *something* isn’t a brand new episode! In one of the most perplexing cases yet— this week we cover the story of the Mary Morris Murders. Two horrific crime scenes. Four days apart. Similar case details. Not to ...

Episode 154: RE-RELEASE Belle Gunness

September 22, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 59.6 MB

Bare with me, as this week’s episode is a RE-RELEASE! TRIGGER WARNING: This case includes gruesome crime scene details. What do you get when you combine fire, murder, money, and a bat-shit crazy human with a pig farm? This. Episode. Let's take you back to the early 1900's... when searching for a husband in the personal ads was apparently a thing (at least in this story anyway), and people were going missing left and right across the U.S. If you've never heard of the crimes committed by Bel...

Episode 153: "Missed Opportunity”/ The Chameleon

September 15, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

TRIGGER WARNING: Includes graphic detail, rape, and murder. Peter Morin aka The Chameleon spent decades committing crimes... and 12 years (that we know of) taking the lives of others. Between living a transient lifestyle and going by a multitude of aliases, he evaded authorities and suspicion of certain crimes for years. Manipulative, cunning, and elusive -- he found ways to ensnare those around him, with no regards to human life. Listen in to hear not his story... but the story of the lives...

Episode 152: RE-RELEASE Brian Shaffer

September 08, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MB

It’s BABY SHOWER WEEK!!! 🦇🎃🤍This week’s episode is a RE-RELEASE & there’s been a couple requests for coverage of this case lately. So here it is again for those who missed it/haven’t gotten to it/didn’t realize we had an episode on it/want to re-hash Brian’s story again. CCC will be back with a new episode for next week’s podcast! In 2006– a night at the bar with friends, evolved into a massive mystery. The disappearance of Brian Shaffer is baffling, devastating, and ongoing. Where could thi...

Episode 151: "Cleveland County's Sweetheart”/ Asha Degree

September 01, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MB

Asha Degree was a 9 year old girl, who was a star on the basketball court and had a loving and supportive family. February 14, 2000– she left her bed and disappeared into the rainy darkness. A timeline leading up to Asha’s disappearance since unfolded, clues were uncovered, and multiple questions arose. What happened to Asha in those early hours of Valentine’s morning & what truly motivated her to leave? If you have any information regarding the disappearance or whereabouts of Asha Degree, p...

Episode 150: "Or So The Legend Goes...”/ Urban Legends 4

August 25, 2023 10:00 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MB

Gather round’ the campfire 🔥 Let’s tell some urban legends! This episode covers the tales of 100 Steps Cemetery and Goatman. A strange ghostly figure with prophetic visions & a bloodthirsty creature hiding in the woods. Do you believe these stories… or are they really just legend? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crime-cults-and-coffee/support

Episode 149: RE-RELEASE Synanon Cult

August 18, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MB

This week’s episode is a RE-RELEASE because this week turned out to be very unpredictable and LOUD NOISES! This episode dives into the drug rehab turned cult. Synanon began in the late 50’s-early 60’s, and grew to be a nightmare for most that attended. From shaved heads, to attack therapy, to a fleet of 400 motorcycles and an airstrip, Synanon became very well known to California residents. But no cult starts out as a “cult”! Find out how this rehab program on the beach was later twisted into...

Episode 148: "True Life: I'm Addicted to Halloween Decor”/ Lindy Sue Biechler

August 11, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

Lindy Sue Biechler was a newlywed, 19 year old girl, whose beautiful life was just beginning. After a day of work and errands, she returned home to her apartment— only to be met with an intruder of the worst kind. Investigators worked tirelessly from 1975-on, never giving up on Lindy or her case. This episode comes with a timeline of information that makes you want to scream from the rooftops (in good ways & bad). Listen in to hear Lindy’s story and the power of perseverance and DNA technolog...

Episode 147: "It's Not Delivery... It's Detective Work”/ Kurt Sova

August 04, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

On October 23, 1981- 17 year old Kurt Sova not only made some choices that were described as out of character, but mysteriously vanished that night. After 5 days of panic and worry, Kurt was located, but sadly no longer alive. From there, more mystery surrounded his whereabouts and the conditions in which he was found. Almost 42 years later and loved ones are still in need of answers. If you have any information regarding the case or death of Kurt Sova, please contact: • Crime Stoppers of Cu...

Episode 146: UPDATE/RE-RELEASE Samantha Lang & Kelly Nicole Godfrey Smith

July 28, 2023 10:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MB

This week’s episode is a RE-RELEASE but also comes with a really recent UPDATE! Please take the time to listen (or re-listen) to these very important stories, while honoring these women and their families. This episode covers two separate cases based out of the same Pennsylvania county. Samantha Lang was 22 years old when she was brutally murdered in March of 2007. Kelly Nicole Godfrey Smith was a young mother, whose life was tragically take in June of that same year. Both women need their s...

Episode 145: "Spirit of Halloween”/ Nancie Carolyn Walker

July 21, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

Nancie Carolyn Walker was a bright light & a beautiful soul, who LOVED to dance. When she disappeared in Chicago in 2003- the worst was assumed by her family, but her case was sadly not taken seriously. That was until weeks later, when nothing but foul play could be suspected. Nancie is one of the many black women who have met a tragic end, only to have her story bypassed in the media. The epidemic of violence, & in specific- violence against black and indigenous women- is very real and can b...

Episode 144: "Potential Torrential”/ Lisa McVey Noland

July 14, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MB

TRIGGER WARNING: Contains mention of suicide, rape, and graphic details. Lisa McVey Noland was 17 years old and had already endured a lifetime of trauma that (thankfully) many people never have to experience. In the early morning hours of November 3, 1984-- she was abducted on her way home from work. Listen in to this week's episode to hear Lisa's story of bravery, intelligence, and awe-inspiring action. As is the thunder in the background, Lisa is a FORCE to be reckoned with. --- Support...

Episode 143: "Mother Nature is Mean Muggin”/ Elena de Hoyos

July 07, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MB

TRIGGER WARNING: Includes some graphic details. This week’s episode takes place in 1930’s Florida. Elena de Hoyos was a young woman, sadly diagnosed with an infectious killer of that time— Tuberculosis. Through this ailment, she soon met a man that believed to have the cure for her… as well as an obsession that ran deep. Listen in to hear her story and what progressed throughout her life & into her afterlife. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crime-cults-an...

Episode 142: "Twilight Saga”/ Haunted Places 10

June 30, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

Edward and Bella will not be making a cameo in this episode, but the places being discussed are pretty epic in their own ways. In this 10th haunted places episode, the historical info and hauntings of 2 spooky locations are discussed. Listen to this episode for stories about “Carl Beck House” and “Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel”. Happy Hauntings! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crime-cults-and-coffee/support

Episode 141: "Hot Damn!”/ The Loveland Frogman and Flatwoods Monster

June 23, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

Let’s talk about CRYPTIDS! This might be the first episode covering strictly this genre. Can’t remember at this point… but it’s super exciting and really overdue either way! Who doesn’t want to hear about a strange creature that might be your own local legend?! This week’s episode contains information about The Loveland Frogman and the Flatwoods Monster— enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crime-cults-and-coffee/support

Episode 140: "Bittersweet”/ The Clouse Family

June 16, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

In the summer of 1980– Dean Clouse, Tina Linn Clouse, & their baby Holly Marie, all picked up to move to Texas. By October 1980, the family completely vanished. Decades passed before any answers were found… & within those answers developed even stranger questions. Listen in, spread their story, & give some praise to genetic genealogy! If you have any information regarding the murders of Dean and Tina Linn Clouse please contact: • The Texas Attorney General's Cold Case and Missing Persons Un...

Episode 139: "This is Not a Drill”/ Jason Landry

June 09, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

A drive to his parents’ home for the holidays, soon turned into an ongoing mystery. December 13, 2020– Jason Landry left his apartment in San Marcos, Texas & hasn’t been seen since. His car (among other items) were found only hours after he started his journey… but where was Jason?! Searches took place and theories arose, but none have brought him back to his family. If you have any information on Jason Landry or this case contact: • The Caldwell Co. Sheriff’s Office at 512-398-6777 • AG Co...

Episode 138: RE-RELEASE Reading with Medium Laura Cifaldi - Blake Chappell

June 02, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 62.9 MB

This week’s episode is a RE-RELEASE, because sadly being sick has hindered the ability to record. Buttttt… didn’t want to leave you all hanging with nothing! Listen in for the 1st time or pick up on new details a second time around… while Laura connects with Blake Chappell, during a reading with his mom Melissa. If you want to acquaint or reacquaint yourself with Blake’s story prior to this episode, you can go back and listen to Episode 96 of this podcast. If you have any information regard...

Episode 137: "Intergalactic Planetary”/ O'Hare International and Westall UFO Incidents

May 26, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

Most people love a good UFO sighting story… or do they?! This week’s episode includes two different sightings, decades and continents apart. Even so, similarities can be found in the witness accounts and some details are unbelievable to this day! Tune in to hear the stories of the O’Hare International Airport UFO Sighting and The 1966 Westall UFO Incident aka The Melbourne 350. 🛸 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crime-cults-and-coffee/support

Episode 136: "Uhhuh Honey”/ Mee Kuen (Deborah) Chong

May 19, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB

Mee Kuen Chong, who also went by Deborah, was known for her kindness and giving nature. In 2021, she had been living in London for around 30 years and had recently had some mental health setbacks. Luckily she had her religion, as well as a friend she could turn to, to help with her spiritual healing. June of that same year, Deborah suddenly and inexplicably vanished. When the truth emerged, it was not only unimaginable— but encompassed in evil. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters....

Episode 135: "Spice Up Your Life”/ Eliza Fletcher

May 12, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

TRIGGER WARNING: This case includes mention of rape. On September 2, 2022- a daily routine, turned into a nightmare. That morning Eliza Fletcher went on a run, only to never return home. With a swift response from her family, investigators jumping into action, and surveillance footage- the truth of what had happened to Eliza quickly unraveled. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crime-cults-and-coffee/support

Episode 134: "Short & Sweet”/ The Wesson Vampire Clan

May 05, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

TRIGGER WARNING: This case includes physical, sexual, emotional, and mental abuse (including that of children), incest, & murder. In March 2004, not only did a mass murder take place in Fresno, California… but it brought attention to the horrors that had been occurring within one household. The Wessons’ had endured abuse, brainwashing, & trauma from one man for years. Some for their entire lives. This man was their husband/father/grandfather and he had created a cult right within his own fam...

Episode 133: "Adult Diapers or Squeamish Suits”/ Urban Legends 3

April 28, 2023 10:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MB

URBAN LEGENDS Part 3 coming right up! This episode covers the tales of Mercy Brown and “The Elevator Game”. Bloodsucking, alternate dimension, shake-you-to-the-core, creepiness in this one. Do you believe these stories… or are they really just legend? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crime-cults-and-coffee/support

Episode 132: "Vibrant Butterfly”/ Miya Marcano

April 21, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MB

Miya Marcano was a 19 year old girl in her 2nd year of college. She was living in an apartment in Orlando, Florida, working a steady job, & about to take a trip to visit family. But when her mom hadn’t heard from her & she missed her flight… her family immediately suspected that something was terribly wrong. They’d come to find out that Miya had vanished & within days, a timeline would begin to emerge with what had happened. Foundation Website: miyamarcanofdn.com Miya’s Law/Petition/Donatio...

Episode 131: "Weather Induced”/ Courtney Owens and Markeisha Stone

April 14, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

Courtney Owens and Markeisha Stone were both in their early 30’s and living full lives. Courtney, an entrepreneur, owned her own used car dealership in Georgia. Markeisha was a mother to 4 kids and extremely dedicated to keeping them safe in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In 2022– both of these women’s lives would be horrifically taken & in disturbingly similar ways. If you have any information in regards to the whereabouts of the suspect or Courtney’s case please contact: • Gwinnett County police...

Episode 130: "I'm Fuming”/ Sarah Everard

April 07, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MB

Sarah Everard was walking home from a friend’s home, heading back to her house in Brixton Hill, England. It was March 3, 2021… & she suddenly disappeared into the night. The truth would soon emerge about what happened to Sarah— most of it eerily (& thankfully) caught on CCTV footage. A suspect would also be brought out of the darkness… & with him came disturbing revelations. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crime-cults-and-coffee/support

Episode 129: "But I Digress”/ Ellen Greenberg

March 31, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MB

January 2011, Ellen Greenberg left work early due to a blizzard and headed home. Hours later, she was found brutally stabbed in her apartment. Many questions surrounded her death… including the fact that it had been ruled a suicide. 12 years later and her family is still fighting for answers. CALL TO ACTION— SIGN THIS! Petition to the Attorney General to reopen Ellen’s case: https://www.change.org/p/justice-for-ellen-rae-greenberg-justiceforellen --- Support this podcast: https://podcast...

Episode 128: "Very Sweeney Todd”/ The Bender Family

March 24, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MB

It’s the 1870’s and a family of four just moved to Labette County, Kansas. The Benders acquired land and built themselves a homestead. Not only that, but they provide travelers with a place to rest, eat, & buy dry goods. But is everything as picture perfect as it seems? From 1871-1873 bodies started turning up and people continued to disappear. What was happening and were the Benders next… or were they the problem? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crime-cul...

Episode 127: "As Mr. Beans Said”/ Texarkana Moonlight Murders

March 17, 2023 10:00 - 44 minutes - 60.5 MB

A Lovers’ Lane was meant to be an ideal location for frisky teens, starstruck lovers, or a quick hanky panky back in the day. However, due to the isolation— Lovers’ Lanes sadly also became hubs for crime and murder. The Texarkana Moonlight Murders aka “The Phantom Killer” was a string of such, that occurred over a 10 week period in 1946. Innocent lives left traumatized or taken, during vulnerable and intimate moments. Who would do such a thing and why? --- Support this podcast: https://anc...

Episode 127: "As Mr. Beans Says”/ Texarkana Moonlight Murders

March 17, 2023 10:00 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MB

A Lovers’ Lane was meant to be an ideal location for frisky teens, starstruck lovers, or a quick hanky panky back in the day. However, due to the isolation— Lovers’ Lanes sadly also became hubs for crime and murder. The Texarkana Moonlight Murders aka “The Phantom Killer” was a string of such, that occurred over a 10 week period in 1946. Innocent lives left traumatized or taken, during vulnerable and intimate moments. Who would do such a thing and why? --- Support this podcast: https://pod...

Episode 126: "Hopefully”/ Elizabeth Salgado & Miriam Figueroa

March 10, 2023 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Elizabeth Salgado had temporarily moved to the US from Mexico, with hopes of furthering her education. She had been in Utah for less than a month, when she suddenly disappeared. Years later, remains were found and sadly identified as Elizabeth. So many questions surrounded what happened to her & more arose when her aunt Miriam Figueroa went missing years later… Anyone with information regarding Elizabeth Elena Laguna Salgado’s case please contact: • The Investigations Department of the Utah ...

Episode 125: Reading with Medium Laura Cifaldi - Bianca Devins

March 03, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB

This week we welcome back Crime, Cults, & Coffee’s resident medium— Laura Cifaldi. Many of you may remember her from previous episodes, in which she connected with loved ones from a few cases we had covered. In this episode, she will be connecting with Bianca Devins— diving into a reading with Bianca’s mom, Kim. If you want to acquaint or reacquaint yourself with Bianca’s story prior to this episode, you can go back and listen to Episode 5 of our podcast. Thank you so much to Kim for always...

Episode 124: "A Big Announcement”/ Rita Curran

February 24, 2023 11:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MB

Rita Curran was a 2nd grade teacher, with so many things to look forward to. In the summer of 1971, she had recently moved out on her own & was taking grad courses. One July night, Rita’s life was violently taken. 52 years passed without answers… until now. Make sure to also tune in this week for a very important announcement regarding our podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crime-cults-and-coffee/support

Episode 123: "Scream Truck”/ Sherman Sizemore & Raudha Athif

February 17, 2023 11:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

TRIGGER WARNING: Cases contain suicide and/or suspicion of suicide. This episode contains two cases of both shocking and devastating nature. Sherman Sizemore’s life took a turn for the worst after he went in for a routine surgery in 2006. His family became concerned after 73-year-old Sherman abruptly began showing behavior changes and alarming mannerisms. Raudha Athif was well liked and well known— not only in her community, but internationally. Becoming known as the “Maldivian girl with aqu...

Episode 122: "Red Flag”/ Gladys Ricart & Christie Chen

February 10, 2023 11:00 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MB

This week we covered two separate stories discussing cases that involved domestic violence. Gladys Ricart was about to be married when her life was horrifically taken. Christie Chen was on her honeymoon when the unexpected happened. Both women were supposed to be experiencing some of the happiest moments of their lives, when that was viciously taken from them. This week’s episode also contains a spooky listener story. The GoFundMe mentioned in this episode has now closed. A Memorial Fund at ...

Episode 122: "Red Flag”/ Gladys Ricart & Christe Chen

February 10, 2023 11:00 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MB

This week we covered two separate stories discussing cases that involved domestic violence. Gladys Ricart was about to be married when her life was horrifically taken. Christe Chen was on her honeymoon when the unexpected happened. Both women were supposed to be experiencing some of the happiest moments of their lives, when that was viciously taken from them. This week’s episode also contains a spooky listener story. The GoFundMe mentioned in this episode has now closed. A Memorial Fund at P...

Episode 121: "Stfu & Tell Me a Story”/ Savannah Spurlock

February 03, 2023 11:00 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MB

A vivacious, young mother of 4 went missing after a well deserved night out in Kentucky. Many searches took place, as people wondered where Savannah Spurlock could be. Six months passed, before Savannah’s lifeless body was discovered. Listen in as we discuss the details of this case, followed by two mini listener stories from Brynne. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crime-cults-and-coffee/support

Episode 120: "Hellfire Club”/ Haunted Places 9

January 27, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MB

Raise your hand if you wish this episode included an Eddie Munson cameo 🙋🏻‍♀️ Sadly not, but we still have some pretty creepy hauntings headed your way! One of which includes a Hellfire Club… but probably not the one you’re thinking of. In our 9th haunted places episode (bitchin’!) we delve into the historical info and hauntings of 4 spooky locations, that were chosen unbeknownst to the other. Listen to this episode for stories about “Montpelier Hill and Killakee Stewards House”, “Leap Castle...

Episode 119: "Pink Henout Room”/ Elmer DeBoer/Petric Family

January 20, 2023 11:00 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MB

In this week’s episode, we covered two cases— the case of Elmer DeBoer and another of the Petric family. Elmer was a 38-year-old, married father of 3 in Michigan. Mark and Susan Petric were also parents to 3 children, in a loving home in Ohio. Both Elmer and the Petric’s were living their lives, doing ordinary day-to-day things when the unexpected happened. Although these stories are vastly different, they contain some similarities… the biggest being that you never really know who you can tru...

Episode 118: "Call to Action”/ Jennifer Farber Dulos

January 13, 2023 11:00 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MB

The morning of May 24, 2019– Jennifer Farber Dulos dropped her kids off at school and had an afternoon of plans ahead of her. Unfortunately, appointments were not kept and calls went unanswered. She had seemingly vanished into thin air. The investigation that followed soon brought horrifying realizations that something terrible had happened to Jennifer. But where was she and who was to blame? If you have any information regarding this case please contact: CONNECTICUT STATE POLICE INFO WEST...

Episode 117: "Potstickers and Orange Juice”/ Heather Elvis

January 06, 2023 11:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MB

A not-so-secret affair, evolved into the biggest secret of all… the whereabouts of 20 year old Heather Elvis. In December 2013, Heather was trying to move forward from what had become a rocky and volatile situation. Within a few hours of a first date with someone new, Heather had vanished. Details and suspects soon emerged, but so much continued to be unexplained… If you have any information regarding this case please contact: — Horry County Police Department: 843-248-1520 OR 843-915-5350 — ...

Episode 116: "WWE Throwdown”/ Krampus & Grýla

December 30, 2022 11:00 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MB

Better late than never, right? The holiday season isn’t over yet! This week we decided to dip our toes into the wonderful world of Christmas folklore. Watch out though— these aren’t tales sprinkled with sugar plum fairies or magical reindeer. The stories of Krampus and Grýla are filled with dark humor & grim details. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crime-cults-and-coffee/support

Episode 115: "Dedicated to Boo”/ Shanquella Robinson

December 23, 2022 11:00 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MB

TRIGGER WARNING: Case contains violent physical abuse. Listener story contains domestic violence. Shanquella “Quella” Robinson was a 25 year old woman who was described as charming and strong. Not only that, but she was a super savvy businesswoman- with lots of talent in the profession she was in. In October 2022, Quella embarked on a trip to Mexico with a friend and some acquaintances. This trip would soon become something that she could have never imagined. This week’s episode also contain...

Episode 114: "Romaine the Farmer”/ Ken McElroy

December 16, 2022 11:00 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MB

What became a case of whodunit, also came with the question “who was the victim & who was the criminal”? Ken McElroy was known as “the town bully”, although it went WAY further than that. In 1981, the townspeople of Skidmore, Missouri had finally had enough. Fearful and feeling the justice system had failed them… they decided to face their problem head-on. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crime-cults-and-coffee/support

Episode 113: Reading with Medium Laura Cifaldi - Blake Chappell

December 09, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 60.9 MB

This week we welcome back Crime, Cults, & Coffee’s resident medium— Laura Cifaldi. Many of you may remember her from previous episodes, in which she connected with loved ones from a few cases we had covered. In this episode, she will be connecting with Blake Chappell— diving into a reading with Blake’s mom, Melissa. If you want to acquaint or reacquaint yourself with Blake’s story prior to this episode, you can go back and listen to Episode 96 of our podcast. Thank you so much to Melissa fo...

Episode 112: "Move it Football Head”/ Hudson Valley UFOs

December 02, 2022 11:00 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MB

Paranormal experiences, cryptids, unsolved mysteries. Hudson Valley, New York is known to be a hub for many things. Between 1982-1986 it added manyyyy UFO sightings to the list. Listen in this week as we share some details about what was seen, as well as a handful of eyewitness experiences. Like one observer had stated, you too might leave saying “Whoa! Wait a minute here”… --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crime-cults-and-coffee/support

Episode 111: "Brisk”/ Luke Stout

November 25, 2022 11:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MB

What would you do if your loved one left the house & just completely vanished into thin air? In July 2012, Luke Stout’s family faced just that. When he didn’t return as planned, Luke’s mom and brothers sprang into action … looking for anything to tell them where he was. 10 years have passed and Luke is still missing. If you have any information regarding this case please contact: — WV state police at 304-473-4200 — Anonymous tip line: 304-473-1001 — Case #: 3220-14004 — Submit an anonymous ...

Episode 110: "Twilight Zone Spiral”/ Ashley Reeves

November 18, 2022 11:00 - 49 minutes - 45 MB

In 2006, Ashley Reeves disappeared from what was supposed to be a simple night of set plans. When she did not return, she was immediately reported missing by her family. What was to come was expected by no one. Listen in to hear a story of horror, strength, & badassery. This episode also includes some listener stories of our own. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crime-cults-and-coffee/support