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Many Cones, Based On True Crime

43 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 33 ratings

Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.

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Mini Cones: Ramesh Recaps Chapters 31-34

May 10, 2021 14:00 - 7 minutes - 4.89 MB

 Mini Cones:  Ramesh Recaps Chapters 31-34 Great friend of the podcast, Ramesh Unni, records his final recap of Many Cones.  Chapters 31-34 are summarized, then Ramesh concludes with some wonderful words about his brother, family, and all our lives together.

Chapter 34: A Tentacle

May 03, 2021 05:00 - 4 minutes - 3.23 MB

 Chapter 34 summarizes the future and past for significant characters in Many Cones Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.    There were eight other teens arrested. Four of them were not part of the murders. They flipped like golden brown pancakes. The ...

Chapter 33: A Salute

May 02, 2021 05:00 - 6 minutes - 4.74 MB

 Chapter 33 starts Ray and Margie arriving at the Fine Time with a hero's welcome. Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.    The “Fine Time” was relatively uncrowded for a Saturday night. Word of the late morning and afternoon arrests had spread. As Ray...

Chapter 32: A Convoy

May 01, 2021 05:00 - 11 minutes - 7.81 MB

 Chapter 32 starts with a convoy to Albert Moffit's house.   Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.   It was almost noon under a pleasant Saturday sun, as the convoy proceeded to Albert Moffit’s house. No sirens or lights for this venture. Grandisha was...

Chapter 31: A Hunt

April 30, 2021 05:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

Chapter 31 starts with Ray and Margie in pursuit of Richard Sparne and Ricardo Morales. Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.  Grandisha was nearing Gina’s neighborhood. As they sped through the city, neither he nor Margie spoke. The siren and lights c...

Mini Cones: Ramesh Recaps Chapters 27-30

April 30, 2021 01:00 - 6 minutes - 4.39 MB

 Mini Cones:  Ramesh Recaps Chapters 27-30 Great friend of the podcast, Ramesh Unni, recaps chapters 27-30 ahead of the release of the LAST 4 chapters.  Ramesh starts with some wonderful words about the author's sister and brother-in-law.

Chapter 30: A Garage

April 26, 2021 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

Chapter 30 begins with Delores Sparne tiptoeing through her son's room. Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive. The cul-de-sac bore witness to a party gone bad. Broken bottles and empty, crushed cans littered the pavement. Richard avoided the clutter and...

Chapter 29: A Doorbell

April 26, 2021 01:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MB

Chapter 29 begins with Delores Sparne tiptoeing through her son's room. Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.  At the crack of dawn, Delores Sparne was tiptoeing around her son’s room. The elation she felt, caused by the end of the phase he was going t...

Chapter 28: A Break

April 25, 2021 01:00 - 7 minutes - 4.98 MB

Chapter 28 begins with Ray and team feeling pumped.  They are confident the big break is about to happen. Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.  By 8:00 A.M., the Detective Bureau was a hive of activity. The entire special team had arrived, all with th...

Chapter 27: A Saturday Morning

April 24, 2021 01:00 - 11 minutes - 8.06 MB

 Chapter 27 begins with Gina Drozler preparing for a nice relaxing Saturday morning. Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.  Gina had promised herself a sleepy Saturday morning, but old habits prevailed. The persistent dawn shone through the bedroom’s s...

Mini Cones: Ramesh Recaps Chapters 23-26

April 23, 2021 00:00 - 5 minutes - 3.81 MB

 Mini Cones:  Ramesh Recaps Chapters 23-26 Great friend of the podcast, Ramesh Unni, recaps chapters 23-26 ahead of the release of the next 4 chapters.  Ramesh starts with some wonderful words about the author's best friend.  He also played the role of his literary agent, and partially inspired Ray Grandisha.

Chapter 26: A Need To Chatter

April 19, 2021 12:00 - 6 minutes - 4.62 MB

 Chapter 26 begins with Ray walking into the Fine Time for a much needed night of chatter and other recreation.  Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive. It was Friday night, and the “Fine Time” was packed. When Ray walked in, there were no bar stools ava...

Chapter 25: A Pisser

April 18, 2021 11:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

 Chapter 25 starts with Margie heading back to the office after losing Sparne and Morales. Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.   As Margie skulked into the station after losing Sparne and Morales, she saw a man she didn’t recognize in Grandisha’s off...

Chapter 24: A Reckoning

April 17, 2021 11:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MB

Chapter 24 starts with Sparne and Morales heading to a certain lawyer's office.  Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.   Ricardo was waiting outside. When the Kid pulled in the driveway, he entered the car. The cul-de-sac was starting to buzz. Young me...

Chapter 23: A Return

April 16, 2021 11:00 - 14 minutes - 9.9 MB

Chapter 23 starts Margie Grenk's return to work and Grandisha's daily meeting. Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.      Margie Grenk arrived at work early. She wanted to catch up on everything that had occurred the last few days. Not much, she discov...

Mini Cones: Ramesh Recaps Chapters 19-22

April 16, 2021 00:00 - 5 minutes - 3.7 MB

Mini Cones:  Ramesh Recaps Chapters 19-22 Great friend of the podcast, Ramesh Unni, recaps chapters 19-22 ahead of the release of the next 4 chapters.  Ramesh starts with some wonderful words about an inspirational person very close to the author.  

Chapter 22: A Note

April 12, 2021 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.63 MB

Chapter 22 starts with Regis Cahan heading to the Fine Time with a very important purpose. Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.     Cahan was early. He again sat in the middle of the horseshoe curve. His location allowed him full access to anyone ente...

Chapter 21: A Memorable One

April 11, 2021 05:00 - 13 minutes - 9.45 MB

Chapter 21  starts with Carole Lombard and a total lack of words. Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.    Carol Lombard had no words. They were all gone. Drained out of her body with everything else. She managed to utter some mid range, feral moans, b...

Chapter 20: A Recall

April 11, 2021 04:00 - 13 minutes - 9.39 MB

 Chapter 20  starts with Regis Cahan in full swing.  The day flies by before Gina has the chance to discuss the newspaper with him. Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.     Regis Cahan was in full swing. He had an early hearing, and then planned to sp...

Chapter 19: A Mother

April 10, 2021 03:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MB

Chapter 19  starts Delores Sparne rising early to clean her son's laundry. Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.   Richard’s mother, Delores Sparne, rose early. She was unaware of the previous night’s quasi-confrontation between her husband and son. Bu...

Mini Cones: Ramesh Recaps Chapters 15-18

April 09, 2021 03:00 - 4 minutes - 3.06 MB

Mini Cones:  Ramesh Recaps Chapters 15-18 Great friend of the podcast, Ramesh Unni, recaps chapters 15-18 ahead of the release of the next 4 chapters.  Ramesh starts with a story about the author, Steve Lustina, quothing the raven nevermore.

Chapter 18: A Ferris Wheel

April 05, 2021 02:00 - 12 minutes - 8.37 MB

 Chapter 18  starts with Richard Sparne dropping off Richard Morales after their night at Zola's. Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.      Sparne and Morales dropped the other kid off in his quiet neighborhood. He walked across freshly mown grass and...

Chapter 17: A Peignoir

April 04, 2021 02:00 - 14 minutes - 9.94 MB

 Chapter 17 starts with Margie Grenk waiting for her husband to arrive home.  Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.      At midnight, Margie broke down and cried. It came all of a sudden, like a huge dam crumbling. Warning signs present, but not recogn...

Chapter 16: A Second

April 03, 2021 02:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

Chapter 16  starts with a 911 call routed to Ray Grandisha. Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.      Grandisha had put in a full day and night. His gnarled knuckles were still sore from hitting Crownder. The violent streak he had worked so hard to co...

Chapter 15: An Index Card

April 02, 2021 02:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

Chapter 15 starts with Richard Sparne loading his father's trunk with shotguns.  Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.      The Kid placed the shotguns in the trunk of his father’s car, next to Moffit’s. His parents were in the house, watching televisi...

Mini Cones: Ramesh Recaps Chapters 11-14

April 01, 2021 03:00 - 5 minutes - 3.56 MB

Great friend of the podcast, Ramesh Unni, recaps chapters 11-14 ahead of the release of the next 4 chapters.  Ramesh starts with a story about the author, Steve Lustina. 

Chapter 14: A Hangover

March 30, 2021 09:00 - 13 minutes - 9.46 MB

 Chapter 14  starts with Richard Grandisha waking in a surly mood after drinking too much the night before.  Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.     The morning broke overcast. Grandisha woke in a surly mood. He had drank too much and there were blac...

Chapter 13: A Commotion

March 29, 2021 08:00 - 11 minutes - 7.79 MB

Chapter 13  starts with a commotion outside Regis Cahan's office. Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive. Regis Cahan was distracted by a commotion outside of his private office. He was with a client. The client looked askance at him. A silence developed...

Chapter 12: A Conundrum

March 28, 2021 07:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

Chapter 12  starts with Ray Grandisha and Ramon discussing the relative value of the prevent defense. Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.     As Albert Moffit was receiving his latest revelation, Grandisha and Ramon were chatting at the bar. Ray had ...

Chapter 11: A Medium

March 27, 2021 06:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

 Chapter 11 starts with Albert Moffit and his wife enjoying some televangelism.   Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.     Albert Moffit had been standing behind his wife for some time. She was seated in the corner of an old, brightly speckled divan. ...

Mini Cones: Ramesh Recaps Chapters 6-10

March 26, 2021 17:00 - 5 minutes - 3.71 MB

Great friend of the podcast, Ramesh Unni, recaps chapters 6-10 ahead of the Monday release of the next 4 chapters.  Ramesh starts with a story about the author, Steve Lustina.

Chapter 10: A Reflection

March 25, 2021 10:00 - 11 minutes - 7.91 MB

In chapter 10,  we see Ricardo Morales enjoying his reflection in the mirror.  He then goes into a description of his neighborhood. He lives in a home with his family in a poor neighborhood, but a step up from where he came from three years ago. Ricardo reflects on how he considers his mother a Saint.  Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial bru...

Chapter 9: An Argument

March 24, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 5.39 MB

Chapter nine opens with Richard Sparne arguing with his parents, again. His growing agitation and anger are apparent.   He tells his parents that he is done with basketball,  and doing more important things with his life now.   He went to get his girlfriend, Bobby, with  the intention of being aggressive sexually.   Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from t...

Chapter 8: A Week

March 23, 2021 07:00 - 9 minutes - 6.73 MB

Chapter eight starts a week after the murders.  Grandisha still has no leads  other than the estimated timeline of the murder and that it was likely 3 to 5 perpetrators.  John Lupico confirmed that Mrs. Donas' murder included a beating and that she was carrying an early pregnancy. Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all th...

Chapter 7: A Lawyer

March 22, 2021 06:00 - 8 minutes - 5.65 MB

Chapter seven opens from Regis Cahan's perspective.  He is talking to his secretary about work and then mentions Ricardo Morales.  Cahan was surprised to learn that the normally respectful Morales was rude to his secretary  and referred to the pregnant woman using profanity. Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way ...

Chapter 6: An Investigation

March 21, 2021 05:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

In chapter six, Ray Grandisha dissects his approach to the crime scene. Despite the thoroughness of his approach, Grandisha noted that he would likely find nothing unless they caught a break.  His interview with the Pranets, similarly, led nowhere.   Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discov...

Mini Cones: Ramesh Recaps Chapters 1-5

March 20, 2021 20:00 - 3 minutes - 2.2 MB

Great friend of the podcast, Ramesh Unni, recaps chapters 1-5 ahead of the Monday release of the next 5 chapters.

Chapter 5: A Clamor

March 20, 2021 03:00 - 7 minutes - 5.05 MB

Chapter five begins with the scene of Richard Sparne and his friends returning to the home of Albert Moffett.   After executing the Donases,  we hear Richard Sparne and his friends like Ricardo Morales describe the Donases as a pimp and hooker, and we see how they saw them as part of the problem that Albert Moffitt was trying to get rid of.  Richard Sparne quits his basketball team and essentially dedicates his life to carrying out the desires of Albert Moffit.  Thanks for listening so far....

Chapter 4: A Moffit

March 19, 2021 03:00 - 12 minutes - 8.77 MB

 Chapter four introduces us to Albert Moffit. At first glance, Mr. Moffit is very vanilla. He is nondescript and lives a boring life.  However, we learn that Albert Moffit is delusional and convinced that he has been chosen to become a crime boss.  He crosses paths with Richard Sparne in a chance meeting at the high school.   Albert Moffit convinces the young man of his delusion. Richard Sparne and a group of his friends decide to become the mercenaries of Mr. Moffit.   Many Cones is a podc...

Chapter 3: A Fine Time

March 18, 2021 02:00 - 10 minutes - 7.48 MB

In chapter three, we are introduced to the fine time, a bar frequented by law enforcement lawyers and politicians.  We meet Carole Lombard, Ray Grandisha's girlfriend, as he turns to the comforts of smoke and drink after leaving the crime scene.  Carol is a waitress at the fine time.   At the end of the chapter, Ray Grandisha again reflects on the sense of evil that he felt at the crime scene.   Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took...

Chapter 2: An Abattoir

March 17, 2021 02:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MB

 In chapter two, we are introduced to the crime scene through the eyes of Lieutenant Ray Grandisha.  The police were called by Jules and Liz Pranet, Sue's brother and sister-in-law, and the couple the Donases we're supposed to have met for dinner that evening.   As Ray Grandisha takes in the crime scene, he runs into John Lupico, the coroner.  It is clear that Ray Grandisha believes that something very unusual and very sinister took place here . Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true c...

Chapter 1: A Knock

March 15, 2021 20:00 - 12 minutes - 8.55 MB

 As Many Cones opens, we meet Jim Donas and his wife, Sue.   They're getting ready to go out to dinner when there was a knock at the door.   Jim finds a young man at the door who introduces himself as Richard Sparne.  Mr. Sparne asks to come in.   Eventually he forces his way in and stabs Jim Donas. This all happens while his wife is getting ready in the bathroom.   Subsequently a group of young men enter after being signaled by Richard Sparne.   They ransack the home and then brutally murd...

An Introduction to Many Cones

March 14, 2021 20:00 - 2 minutes - 1.82 MB

Many Cones is a podcast novel based on true crime. The murders inspiring this crime fiction took place 30 miles from Chicago in Northwest Indiana, and captivated the area from the initial brutal crime scene all the way through and beyond discovery of a shockingly bizarre motive.