Down & Away
152 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★ - 177 ratingsCold Case Homicide Studies
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HIATUS/NEW PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENT
March 27, 2023 22:28 - 30 minutes - 43.6 MBI'm working on a new podcast project called MORNEAU - a crime noir fiction series. I'll post on the Down and Away Facebook page when that series releases. WARNING: Adult language and themes MUSIC: Blue Dot Sessions
Season 19: Episode 4 – The Deeds
March 27, 2023 22:21 - 1 hour - 91.9 MBParrish, Florida Resident Kathaleen “Kay” Hine was supposed to go to the Manatee County Fair on January 15, 1972. But something happened that day. The 51 year old woman, dressed in pale blue Levi’s and a dark sweater disappeared. She left behind 5 children, dozens of animals, her purse, her prescription sunglasses, medicine…everything. To this day, Kay Hine has never been found. This is her story. Original music this season by Lauren Marie and Tom Lively, of the Houston-based duo Million Star...
Season 19: Episode 3 – Kay’s Story
March 27, 2023 22:19 - 1 hour - 105 MBParrish, Florida Resident Kathaleen “Kay” Hine was supposed to go to the Manatee County Fair on January 15, 1972. But something happened that day. The 51 year old woman, dressed in pale blue Levi’s and a dark sweater disappeared. She left behind 5 children, dozens of animals, her purse, her prescription sunglasses, medicine…everything. To this day, Kay Hine has never been found. This is her story. Original music this season by Lauren Marie and Tom Lively, of the Houston-based duo Million Star...
Season 19: Episode 2 – John David
March 27, 2023 22:15 - 53 minutes - 78 MBParrish, Florida Resident Kathaleen “Kay” Hine was supposed to go to the Manatee County Fair on January 15, 1972. But something happened that day. The 51 year old woman, dressed in pale blue Levi’s and a dark sweater disappeared. She left behind 5 children, dozens of animals, her purse, her prescription sunglasses, medicine…everything. To this day, Kay Hine has never been found. This is her story. Original music this season by Lauren Marie and Tom Lively, of the Houston-based duo Million Star...
Season 19: Episode 1 – Kathaleen Hine, missing.
March 27, 2023 22:09 - 47 minutes - 63.5 MBParrish, Florida Resident Kathaleen “Kay” Hine was supposed to go to the Manatee County Fair on January 15, 1972. But something happened that day. The 51 year old woman, dressed in pale blue Levi’s and a dark sweater disappeared. She left behind 5 children, dozens of animals, her purse, her prescription sunglasses, medicine…everything. To this day, Kay Hine has never been found. This is her story. Original music this season by Lauren Marie and Tom Lively, of the Houston-based duo Million Star...
Season 18 Episode 5 – What Happened to Lisa Boeckel?
November 15, 2022 22:32 - 28 minutes - 36.8 MBThis episode discusses possible scenarios of what occurred on the night of, June 15, 1990. Music Courtesy of Blue Dot Sessions
Season 18 Episode 4 – Persons of Interest
November 15, 2022 22:29 - 45 minutes - 59.4 MBThis episode delves into individuals who were given polygraphs, as well as other possible persons of interest. Music Courtesy of Blue Dot Sessions
Season 18 Episode 3 – Finding Lisa
November 15, 2022 22:26 - 45 minutes - 66.3 MBLisa's body is found a day later, very nearby where her clothing was found the previous day. Music Courtesy of Blue Dot Sessions
Season 18 Episode 2 – Scene of the crime… or is it?
November 15, 2022 22:22 - 1 hour - 86.7 MBLisa's clothing is found near a canal on Snead Island in a heavily wooded area, along with other possible items of interest. Music courtesy of Blue Dot Sessions
Season 18 Episode 1 – Lisa Boeckel
November 15, 2022 22:18 - 1 hour - 89.1 MBOn June 17, 1990, the body of 18-year-old Lisa Boeckel was found floating in a canal on Snead Island about a mile from Emerson Point in Palmetto, Florida. While law enforcement called the death “suspicious,” they were not able to say whether it was a homicide. This five-part season investigates why that is. Music courtesy of Blue Dot Sessions
S17:Ep9 Barbara Robelen – Part 3
August 10, 2022 17:30 - 27 minutes - 40.6 MBThirty-seven-year-old convenience store clerk Barbara Jean Robelen was reported missing from the 7-11 store on Experimental Farm Road and US 41 in Palmetto, Florida on October 27, 1978. Three months later, her body was found in a ditch a little over 2 miles away on a desolate, dirt road. MUSIC The Dustbin – Blue Dot Sessions The Broker – Blue Dot Sessions Delving the Deep – Blue Dot Sessions Rainday Uneasy – Blue Dot Sessions
S17:Ep8 – Barbara Robelen – Part 2
August 10, 2022 17:27 - 1 hour - 88 MBThirty-seven-year-old convenience store clerk Barbara Jean Robelen was reported missing from the 7-11 store on Experimental Farm Road and US 41 in Palmetto, Florida on October 27, 1978. Three months later, her body was found in a ditch a little over 2 miles away on a desolate, dirt road. MUSIC The Dustbin – Blue Dot Sessions The Broker – Blue Dot Sessions Delving the Deep – Blue Dot Sessions Rainday Uneasy – Blue Dot Sessions
S17:Ep7 Barbara Robelen – Part 1
August 10, 2022 17:25 - 24 minutes - 29.8 MBThirty-seven-year-old convenience store clerk Barbara Jean Robelen was reported missing from the 7-11 store on Experimental Farm Road and US 41 in Palmetto, Florida on October 27, 1978. Three months later, her body was found in a ditch a little over 2 miles away on a desolate, dirt road. MUSIC The Dustbin – Blue Dot Sessions The Broker – Blue Dot Sessions Delving the Deep – Blue Dot Sessions Rainday Uneasy – Blue Dot Sessions
S:17Ep6 Harry Wolfe – Part 2
August 10, 2022 17:20 - 38 minutes - 50.9 MBThe body of 65-year-old Harry Wolfe was found in the cab of his pickup truck in the Skaggs Albertson’s parking lot across from the DeSoto Mall in Bradenton Florida on April 21, 1977. He had been shot in the head multiple times. No motive or suspect was ever identified. MUSIC Where it All Happened – Blue Dot Sessions Darkened Treeline – Blue Dot Sessions
S:17Ep5 – Harry Wolfe Part 1
August 10, 2022 17:16 - 26 minutes - 33.5 MBThe body of 65-year-old Harry Wolfe was found in the cab of his pickup truck in the Skaggs Albertson’s parking lot across from the DeSoto Mall in Bradenton Florida on April 21, 1977. He had been shot in the head multiple times. No motive or suspect was ever identified. MUSIC Where it All Happened – Blue Dot Sessions Darkened Treeline – Blue Dot Sessions
S17Ep4 – Diane Love – Part 2
August 10, 2022 17:13 - 36 minutes - 44.4 MBOn December 12, 1974, 33-year-old Diane Eva Love, was standing in the middle of a Christmas tree lot - which was located at the east end of Montgomery Wards parking lot at Cortez Rd and US 41 in Bradenton, Fl. - when she was shot and killed by an unknown assailant. Love was with her husband and 10-year-old daughter shopping for a tree when she was killed. MUSIC Kovd Lask Fjoria – Blue Dot Sessions
S17:E3 Diane Love – Part 1
August 10, 2022 17:10 - 33 minutes - 42.1 MBOn December 12, 1974, 33-year-old Diane Eva Love, was standing in the middle of a Christmas tree lot - which was located at the east end of Montgomery Wards parking lot at Cortez Rd and US 41 in Bradenton, Fl. - when she was shot and killed by an unknown assailant. Love was with her husband and 10-year-old daughter shopping for a tree when she was killed. MUSIC Kovd Lask Fjoria – Blue Dot Sessions
S17:Ep2 The Michaelsons – Part 2
August 10, 2022 17:07 - 58 minutes - 85.5 MBOn February 21, 1974, the bodies of Norman and Isabel Michaelson – both in their 60s – were found at their bayfront Longboat Key, Florida home by dinner guests that had come in from out of town. His body was found in the yard; her body was found in the trunk of their car. Multiple weapons were used. No motive or suspect was ever identified. MUSIC Kovd Those Winds – Blue Dot Sessions Kovd Fjoria – Blue Dot Sessions
S17: Ep1 – The Michaelsons – Part 1
August 10, 2022 17:03 - 37 minutes - 53.4 MBOn February 21, 1974, the bodies of Norman and Isabel Michaelson – both in their 60s – were found at their bayfront Longboat Key, Florida home by dinner guests that had come in from out of town. His body was found in the yard; her body was found in the trunk of their car. Multiple weapons were used. No motive or suspect was ever identified. MUSIC Kovd Those Winds – Blue Dot Sessions Kovd Fjoria – Blue Dot Sessions
S16: 7 – Is This the Work of a Serial Killer?
February 24, 2022 20:42 - 40 minutes - 57 MBAfter reviewing all the documents, the idea that this event could have been the work of a serial killer is explored. MUSIC: Parisol – Blue Dot Sessions Trois Gnossiennes – Blue Dot Sessions Access Road 214 – Blue Dot Sessions NEWS CLIPS: ABC Action News – Aug 2, 2011 ABC Action News – Feb 2, 2011 ABC Action News – Aug 1, 2012 ABC Action News – Aug 1, 2013 I-Team Special Report: The Kingfish Killer, Part 1 I-Team Special Report: The Kingfish Killer, Part 2 I-Team Special Report: The Kingfish K...
S16: 6 – Ray Barrows INTERVIEW
February 24, 2022 20:39 - 1 hour - 110 MBThe son of the only surviving victim, Raymond Barrows, is interviewed. MUSIC: Parisol – Blue Dot Sessions Trois Gnossiennes – Blue Dot Sessions NEWS CLIPS: ABC Action News – Aug 2, 2011 ABC Action News – Feb 2, 2011 ABC Action News – Aug 1, 2012 ABC Action News – Aug 1, 2013 I-Team Special Report: The Kingfish Killer, Part 1 I-Team Special Report: The Kingfish Killer, Part 2 I-Team Special Report: The Kingfish Killer, Part 3 Jerry and Charlotte Feltman remember Kingfish murders Son of Kingf...
S16: 5 – The Unlikely Drug Hit Theory & Psychics
February 24, 2022 20:35 - 35 minutes - 44.3 MBDonald Frankos, aka Tony the Greek, was approached by law enforcement, and offered a story about 55 kilos of cocaine. This unlikely drug hit theory is explored, as well as psychic readings explored by law enforcement. MUSIC: Lone Elm – Blue Dot Sessions Trois Gnossiennes – Blue Dot Sessions NEWS CLIPS: ABC Action News – Aug 2, 2011 ABC Action News – Feb 2, 2011 ABC Action News – Aug 1, 2012 ABC Action News – Aug 1, 2013 I-Team Special Report: The Kingfish Killer, Part 1 I-Team Special Repor...
S16: 4 – Timeline
February 24, 2022 20:32 - 24 minutes - 30.2 MBThe timeline of events on the day of the homicides and in the ensuing days and months. MUSIC: Access Road 214 – Blue Dot Sessions NEWS CLIPS: ABC Action News – Aug 2, 2011 ABC Action News – Feb 2, 2011 ABC Action News – Aug 1, 2012 ABC Action News – Aug 1, 2013 I-Team Special Report: The Kingfish Killer, Part 1 I-Team Special Report: The Kingfish Killer, Part 2 I-Team Special Report: The Kingfish Killer, Part 3 Jerry and Charlotte Feltman remember Kingfish murders Son of Kingfish victim remem...
S16: 3 – Witnesses
February 24, 2022 20:29 - 30 minutes - 38.4 MBWitness accounts from the Foodway parking lot incident and crash site are explored. CREDITS: Human Factors of Wrongful Convictions – Dr. Jennifer Dysart for The Innocence Project MUSIC: Tapoco Critter – Blue Dot Sessions Sand Reverie Kalimba – Blue Dot Sessions NEWS CLIPS: ABC Action News – Aug 2, 2011 ABC Action News – Feb 2, 2011 ABC Action News – Aug 1, 2012 ABC Action News – Aug 1, 2013 I-Team Special Report: The Kingfish Killer, Part 1 I-Team Special Report: The Kingfish Killer, Part 2...
S16: 2 – Raymond Barrows
February 24, 2022 20:25 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBThe only surviving victim of the events of August 1, 1980 is interviewed by police at his hospital bedside, days after the incident. MUSIC: Parisol – Blue Dot Sessions Sand Reverie Kalimba – Blue Dot Sessions NEWS CLIPS: ABC Action News – Aug 2, 2011 ABC Action News – Feb 2, 2011 ABC Action News – Aug 1, 2012 ABC Action News – Aug 1, 2013 I-Team Special Report: The Kingfish Killer, Part 1 I-Team Special Report: The Kingfish Killer, Part 2 I-Team Special Report: The Kingfish Killer, Part 3 J...
S16: 1 – The Kingfish Boat Ramp Murders
February 24, 2022 20:21 - 41 minutes - 62.8 MBDr. Juan Dumois, his sons Mark and Eric, and Lt. Colonel Robert Matzke were killed on August 1, 1980 in Holmes Beach, Florida. One victim survived, Raymond Barrows. This season covers the series of crimes dubbed The Kingfish Boat Ramp Murders. MUSIC: Gymnopedies – Blue Dot Sessions NEWS CLIPS: ABC Action News – Aug 2, 2011 ABC Action News – Feb 2, 2011 ABC Action News – Aug 1, 2012 ABC Action News – Aug 1, 2013 I-Team Special Report: The Kingfish Killer, Part 1 I-Team Special Report: The Ki...
S15: Episode 8 – The Timeline Speaks
September 19, 2021 12:00 - 47 minutes - 61.6 MBOn 10/08/1980 the body of 36-year-old Merritt Wheeler Sr. was discovered in Horse Creek near the bridge at County Road 769 within DeSoto County Florida. Based on the facts from the scene, it was clear Wheeler had suffered substantial injury before being placed into the body of water. Merritt Wheeler is a victim of murder. Anyone with information is asked to call the Criminal Investigations Division of The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office at (863) 993-4700 or Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers 1-8...
S15: Episode 7 – A Pot of Boiling Grits
September 12, 2021 12:00 - 39 minutes - 48.5 MBOn 10/08/1980 the body of 36-year-old Merritt Wheeler Sr. was discovered in Horse Creek near the bridge at County Road 769 within DeSoto County Florida. Based on the facts from the scene, it was clear Wheeler had suffered substantial injury before being placed into the body of water. Merritt Wheeler is a victim of murder. Anyone with information is asked to call the Criminal Investigations Division of The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office at (863) 993-4700 or Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers 1-8...
S15: Episode 6 – Connie’s Interview
September 05, 2021 12:00 - 26 minutes - 40.3 MBOn 10/08/1980 the body of 36-year-old Merritt Wheeler Sr. was discovered in Horse Creek near the bridge at County Road 769 within DeSoto County Florida. Based on the facts from the scene, it was clear Wheeler had suffered substantial injury before being placed into the body of water. Merritt Wheeler is a victim of murder. Anyone with information is asked to call the Criminal Investigations Division of The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office at (863) 993-4700 or Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers 1-8...
S15: Episode 5 – Frankie and Willie
August 29, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 85.1 MBOn 10/08/1980 the body of 36-year-old Merritt Wheeler Sr. was discovered in Horse Creek near the bridge at County Road 769 within DeSoto County Florida. Based on the facts from the scene, it was clear Wheeler had suffered substantial injury before being placed into the body of water. Merritt Wheeler is a victim of murder. Anyone with information is asked to call the Criminal Investigations Division of The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office at (863) 993-4700 or Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers 1-8...
S15: Episode 4 – The Boots and the Knife
August 22, 2021 12:00 - 53 minutes - 68.1 MBOn 10/08/1980 the body of 36-year-old Merritt Wheeler Sr. was discovered in Horse Creek near the bridge at County Road 769 within DeSoto County Florida. Based on the facts from the scene, it was clear Wheeler had suffered substantial injury before being placed into the body of water. Merritt Wheeler is a victim of murder. Anyone with information is asked to call the Criminal Investigations Division of The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office at (863) 993-4700 or Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers 1-8...
S15: Episode 3 – The Shirt
August 15, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 88.9 MBOn 10/08/1980 the body of 36-year-old Merritt Wheeler Sr. was discovered in Horse Creek near the bridge at County Road 769 within DeSoto County Florida. Based on the facts from the scene, it was clear Wheeler had suffered substantial injury before being placed into the body of water. Merritt Wheeler is a victim of murder. Anyone with information is asked to call the Criminal Investigations Division of The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office at (863) 993-4700 or Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers 1-8...
S15: Episode 2 – The Scene
August 08, 2021 12:00 - 58 minutes - 87.9 MBOn 10/08/1980 the body of 36-year-old Merritt Wheeler Sr. was discovered in Horse Creek near the bridge at County Road 769 within DeSoto County Florida. Based on the facts from the scene, it was clear Wheeler had suffered substantial injury before being placed into the body of water. Merritt Wheeler is a victim of murder. Anyone with information is asked to call the Criminal Investigations Division of The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office at (863) 993-4700 or Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers 1-8...
S15: Episode 1 – Arcadia
August 01, 2021 12:00 - 40 minutes - 56.2 MBOn 10/08/1980 the body of 36-year-old Merritt Wheeler Sr. was discovered in Horse Creek near the bridge at County Road 769 within DeSoto County Florida. Based on the facts from the scene, it was clear Wheeler had suffered substantial injury before being placed into the body of water. Merritt Wheeler is a victim of murder. Anyone with information is asked to call the Criminal Investigations Division of The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office at (863) 993-4700 or Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers 1-8...
S14 Episode 4 – Deric and Eric and Curtis
July 25, 2021 12:00 - 43 minutes - 53.1 MBA closer look at brothers Deric Winn, Eric Washington, and Curtis Thomas, another person named in the jailhouse tip. Was Curtis involved at all, or are brothers Deric and Eric responsible for Jessica's murder? Launch Code – Blue Dot Sessions On Early Light – Blue Dot Sessions Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Jacksonville Sheriff`s Office at 904-630-0500 or email them at [email protected]. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS. CLIC...
S14 Episode 3 – The Snitch
July 18, 2021 12:00 - 21 minutes - 28 MBJessica’s case focuses on a tip from a jailhouse informant. Are two brothers and their bungled burglary related to her case? Launch Code – Blue Dot Sessions Metropolis Calling – Blue Dot Sessions Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Jacksonville Sheriff`s Office at 904-630-0500 or email them at [email protected]. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS. Bridget Murphy’s reporting: https://www.jacksonville.com/article/20090802/news/...
S14 Episode 2 – Sedale
July 11, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 37.4 MBAnother witness who was with Jessica the night she was murdered is interviewed. Launch Code – Blue Dot Sessions Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Jacksonville Sheriff`s Office at 904-630-0500 or email them at [email protected]. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS. Bridget Murphy’s reporting: https://www.jacksonville.com/article/20090802/news/801230368 https://www.jacksonville.com/article/20090803/NEWS/801230323?template=ampart
S14 Episode 1 – Jessica Green
July 04, 2021 12:00 - 53 minutes - 75.5 MBJessica Green was shot in her home on September 5, 2007. Her case remains unsolved. This episode includes a 911 call and witness interview. Metropolis Calling – Blue Dot Sessions Launch Code – Blue Dot Sessions Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Jacksonville Sheriff`s Office at 904-630-0500 or email them at [email protected]. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS. Bridget Murphy’s reporting: https://www.jacksonville.com/article/20090...
S13 Episode 10 – SEASON FINALE
June 27, 2021 12:05 - 30 minutes - 37.2 MBSummation in the cases associated with Andrelo Witcher. If you have any information related to the whereabouts of Heather MacCrossen, please contact Kevin Allen with the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office at 352-384-3323. If you have any information about the disappearance of Kamrie Mitchell, please contact the Suwannee County Sheriff’s department at (386) 362-2222. If you have any information about the disappearance of Yvonne Belcher, please contact the Green Cove Springs Police Department at (...
S13 Episode 9 – Yvonne Belcher
June 27, 2021 12:00 - 19 minutes - 24.3 MBYvonne Belcher has been missing from Green Cove Springs, Florida since December 22, 2000. She is another victim possibly related to Andrelo Witcher. If you have any information about the disappearance of Yvonne Belcher, please contact the Green Cove Springs Police Department at (904) 297-7300. MUSIC: Roundpine – Blue Dot Sessions Uncertain Ground – Blue Dot Sessions
S13 Episode 8 – Kamrie’s Mom
June 20, 2021 12:00 - 44 minutes - 63.1 MBAn interview with Stephani Warden, Kamrie Mitchell’s mother. If you have any information about the disappearance of Kamrie Mitchell, please contact the Suwannee County Sheriff’s department at (386) 362-2222. MUSIC: Ice Tumbler – Blue Dot Sessions Darkened Treeline – Blue Dot Sessions Evidence Room – Blue Dot Sessions
S13 Episode 7 – Kamrie Mitchell
June 13, 2021 12:00 - 45 minutes - 55.4 MBKamrie Mitchell has been missing from Suwannee County Florida since August 25, 2012. If you have any information about the disappearance of Kamrie Mitchell, please contact the Suwannee County Sheriff’s department at (386) 362-2222. MUSIC: Evidence Room – Blue Dot Sessions Roundpine – Blue Dot Sessions
S13 Episode 6 – “Dee”
June 06, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 29.6 MBAnother of Andrelo’s domestic abuse victims was his ex-wife. This episode outlines her story. MUSIC: Uncertain Ground – Blue Dot Sessions Ice Tumbler – Blue Dot Sessions
S13 Episode 5 – Kevin Allen
May 30, 2021 12:00 - 49 minutes - 65.1 MBInterview with Kevin Allen, investigator with the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office in Florida. MUSIC: Eggs and Powder – Blue Dot Sessions Tarte Tatin – Blue Dot Sessions Murders Without Bodies by Robert J. Sullivan
S13 Episode 4 – Turtle’s wife
May 23, 2021 12:00 - 46 minutes - 66 MBMore family members of Andrelo Witcher are interviewed. MUSIC: Awaiting an Arrival – Blue Dot Sessions Roundpine – Blue Dot Sessions
S13 Episode 3 – Turtle
May 16, 2021 12:00 - 37 minutes - 45.8 MBAndrelo’s cousin is interviewed. MUSIC: Awaiting an Arrival – Blue Dot Sessions Roundpine – Blue Dot Sessions
S13 Episode 2 – Heather MacCrossen PART TWO
May 09, 2021 12:00 - 49 minutes - 55.7 MBHeather MacCrossen has been missing from Florida since August 17, 2007. MUSIC: Ice Tumbler – Blue Dot Sessions Evidence Room – Blue Dot Sessions Murders Without Bodies by Robert J. Sullivan
S13 Episode 1 – Heather MacCrossen
May 02, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 76.6 MBHeather MacCrossen has been missing from Florida since August 17, 2007. MUSIC: Awaiting an Arrival – Blue Dot Sessions Ice Tumbler – Blue Dot Sessions BOOKS: Murders Without Bodies by Robert J. Sullivan
S12: Episode 17 – Cindy PART TWO
December 13, 2020 12:02 - 1 hour - 108 MBDavid Alplanalp’s ex wife speaks out. Part 2 of 2 (IMAGE ABOVE: Brandy, Lora Morris's daughter)
S12: Episode 16 – Cindy PART ONE
December 13, 2020 12:01 - 56 minutes - 78.3 MBDavid Alplanalp’s ex wife speaks out. Part 1 of 2