Midwest Murder
154 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 709 ratingsWe’ve all heard the phrase ‘that kind of thing doesn’t happen in our town’, but here on Midwest Murder, we will shatter that false reality. In fact, it happens more often than we know, and sometimes the details of the most horrific crimes that happen in our neighborhoods are lost in the back pages of newspapers, forgotten on our news channels, and eventually erased over time.
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E91: One Scream and All Goes Quiet
April 15, 2024 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBA promising young woman disappears after months of peculiar disturbances at her Bismarck apartment, leading detectives and the FBI on a multi-state search. Recorded in Sioux Falls, SD at the Icon Event Hall. Episode Title submitted by: Kristi Location: Bismarck, ND Victim: Deborah Gustin Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E90: Friends? More Like Assholes
April 01, 2024 13:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBIn 2000, a half naked body was found partially submerged near Higgins Gulch in South Dakota. What investigators uncovered was far worse than anyone could have imagined. Recorded in Tioga, ND Victim: Chester Poage Location: Spearfish, SD area Episode title submitted by: Courtney Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
🔒 E90: Friends? More Like Assholes
March 26, 2024 18:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBSubscriber-only episode **This episode will be available for all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, April 1st** In 2000, a half naked body was found partially submerged near Higgins Gulch in South Dakota. What investigators uncovered was far worse than anyone could have imagined. Recorded in Tioga, ND Victim: Chester Poage Location: Spearfish, SD area Episode title submitted by: Courtney https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E89: Distorted Robbery
March 18, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 47.2 MBA violent bank robbery leaves multiple employees dead, a mass murderer on the loose, and a community shattered. An event made even more shocking by the revelation of the killer's identity. Location: Big Springs, NE Victims: Andreas (Andy) Kjeldgaard, Glenn Hendrickson, Lois Ann Hothan Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E88: I Probably Did Shoot Her
March 04, 2024 06:00 - 49 minutes - 34.4 MBA marriage built on addiction, alcohol, and abuse is more likely not to end well or safely, and sometimes it ends in murder. Can a person be too drunk to be responsible for their actions? This episode was recorded before a live audience supporting the Roosevelt Park Zoo. Episode title submitted by: anonymous Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E87: Deep-Fried Dipshit
February 19, 2024 13:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBThere is no easy way to describe the horrors of this episode. A seemingly happy marriage ends not just in a woman's disappearance, but also her murder, and much worse, but why? Was it brain surgery? Maybe it was prozac or demons or even...the devil's lettuce. Recorded in Killdeer, ND. Episode title submitted by: Cheyanne Dukart, Whitney Wold Location: Jackson, Michigan Victim: Patricia Artz Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
🔒 E87: Deep-Fried Dipshit
February 15, 2024 00:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBSubscriber-only episode **This episode will be available to all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, February 19th** There is no easy way to describe the horrors of this episode. A seemingly happy marriage ends not just in a woman's disappearance, but also her murder, and much worse, but why? Was it brain surgery? Maybe it was prozac or demons or even...the devil's lettuce. Recorded in Killdeer, ND. Episode title submitted by: Cheyanne Dukart, Whitney Wold Locatio...
E86: MT Pockets
February 05, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBIn 1986, a young guy tried to pick up a young woman at a Minnesota bar, but after she refused his multiple attempts, he didn't give her a choice. No means no, it isn't an invitation for anything else. This episode was recorded live at City Brew Hall in Wahpeton, ND. Episode title submitted by: Lola Victim: Morna Brennan Location: Maplewood, MN Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E85: Blood and Love in Brotherhood
January 22, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBAfter a twisted and competitive childhood fueled by a cruel father two brothers separately navigate themselves into a dark path of violence. Recorded with a record setting crowd in Bismarck, ND at the Belle Mehus Auditorium. Episode title submitted by: Sashay Schettler Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan Victims: Gary Smock, Charles Snyder, Vernon Lebenne, Patricia Howk, Linda Clark, Claudia Bidstrup, Pamela Fearnow, 2 Unidentified Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
🔒 E85: Blood and Love in Brotherhood
January 16, 2024 23:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBSubscriber-only episode **This episode will release for all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, January 22nd.** After a twisted and competitive childhood fueled by a cruel father two brothers separately navigate themselves into a dark path of violence. Recorded with a record setting crowd in Bismarck, ND at the Belle Mehus Auditorium. Episode title submitted by: Sashay Schettler Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan Victims: Gary Smock, Charles Snyder, Vernon Lebenne, Pa...
E84: The Professor of Red Flags
January 08, 2024 06:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MBIn 2017, a successful graduate student disappeared during her lunch hour. If it weren’t for the eyes and attention to detail of one university police officer, her killer may have been a serial killer who was “really good at this”. This episode was recorded live in Minot at the Carnegie Center. Episode title: Ryan & Sidney Victim: Yingying Zhang Location: Urbana, IL & Champagne, IL Written by: Dawn Palumbo Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
🔒 E84: The Professor of Red Flags
January 05, 2024 22:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MBSubscriber-only episode **This episode will be available for all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, December 8th** In 2017, a successful graduate student disappeared during her lunch hour. If it weren’t for the eyes and attention to detail of one university police officer, her killer may have been a serial killer who was “really good at this”. This episode was recorded live in Minot at the Carnegie Center. Episode title: Ryan & Sidney Victim: Yingying Zhang Loca...
E83: A Dummies Guide to Being Guilty
December 25, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 54.2 MBAll Catherine Ging really wanted were friends. All Harry Heyward really wanted was her money, her life, and a rock solid alibi. What could possibly go wrong? Recorded with a sold out audience at the Roosevelt Park Zoo. Episode title submitted by: Tina Denning Victim: Catherine Ging Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota Written by Tyler Hancock Edited by Jonah Lantto Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E83: A Dummy’s Guide to Being Guilty
December 25, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 54.2 MBAll Catherine Ging really wanted were friends. All Harry Heyward really wanted was her money, her life, and a rock solid alibi. What could possibly go wrong? Recorded with a sold out audience at the Roosevelt Park Zoo. Episode title submitted by: Tina Denning Victim: Catherine Ging Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota Written by Tyler Hancock Edited by Jonah Lantto Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E82: Crackpot to Jackpot
December 11, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 49.4 MBDave wanted a no-strings attached relationship. When he met a sexy brunette, he thought that's what he was getting. Instead, he got an unhinged, lonely, pathological liar who would stop at nothing to have Dave all to himself. Recorded with a full audience at the Sanctuary Events Center in Fargo, ND. Episode title submitted by: About two-thirds of our audience Victim: Cari Farver Location: Lincoln, NE/Council Bluffs, IA Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E81: Leaving is Lethal
November 27, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBWhen a pair of suspects emerge after a South Dakota mother goes missing, investigators are led down a twisted and disturbing path to the truth. Recorded with a full house at Meadowlark Brewing in Sidney, Montana(Midwest Murder debut). Episode title submitted by: Anonymous Victim: Tami Reay Location: Pierre, SD Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E80: Creepy isn’t Illegal
November 13, 2023 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBWhen a married man's estranged wife dies under suspicious circumstances, the sympathy pours in, but what happens when the man's second estranged wife is found dead in a bathtub? All signs point to the twice widowed husband. Will the first wife's remains be able to show investigators what happened from the grave? This episode was recorded before a live audience at Rivers Edge Grill & Bar in Williston, ND. Episode title submitted by: Kerry Andre, Kahlen Kjorsvik, & Sarah Schroeder Victims...
🔒 E80: Creepy Isn't Illegal
November 08, 2023 15:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBSubscriber-only episode **This episode will release for all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, November 13th.** When a married man's estranged wife dies under suspicious circumstances, the sympathy pours in, but what happens when the man's second estranged wife is found dead in a bathtub? All signs point to the twice widowed husband. Will the first wife's remains be able to show investigators what happened from the grave? This episode was recorded before a live a...
E79: Love thy Mother, Shoot thy Father
October 30, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 53.9 MBA mother's twisted plan for self preservation is manifested into a violent reality after years of carefully layered grooming. Recorded with a full house at Phat Fish Brewery for a big return to Dickinson. Episode title submitted by: Daven & Jessica Huber Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E78: Ambush at RJR
October 16, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBWhen employees expect a typical day at work, they instead find four of their friends and colleagues murdered, leaving them and their community stunned. Surrounded by questions and theories, could one person have been responsible for this horrific slaying? This episode was recorded with a sold out audience at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks. Episode title submitted by Kirstie Grundstad https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
🔒 E78: Ambush at RJR
October 11, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBSubscriber-only episode **This episode will release to all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, October 16th.** When employees expect a typical day at work, they instead find four of their friends and colleagues murdered, leaving them and their community stunned. Surrounded by questions and theories, could one person have been responsible for this horrific slaying? This episode was recorded with a sold out audience at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks. Episode title...
E77: Swinger Flinger Killers
October 02, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 53.2 MBA forbidden, hedonistic romance becomes unhinged, leading to a murder plot that weaves it's way through seedy motels, sleazy hitmen, mafia rumors, and a tragic massacre. Recorded live in Wahpeton, ND at the fantastic City Brew Hall. Share an evening of Midwest Murder with us at a live show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod?fbclid=IwAR2Q-mWuGcGEuqAe3npOFqKP5KnVedNGM7EngHiSB-3CWJSbELh7MViWtKQ https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E76: Jailhouse Jesus Isn't Going to Save You
September 18, 2023 05:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBClues about a missing woman lead investigators to a couple's apartment where homemade snuff films are found sparking a nationwide manhunt that send law enforcement down a rabbit hole of kidnapping, torture, and a suicide pact during a 911 call. This episode was recorded before a live audience at the Eagles Club in Watford City, ND. Episode title submitted by Steph Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E75: It's Fine...We're Cops
September 04, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 67.7 MBA young woman in the 80s, who aspires to become a police officer, is unjustly targeted after having the audacity to stand up for herself within the Milwaukee Police Department. A tragic murder is followed by one shocking miscarriage of justice after another. Recorded live at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks. Episode title submitted by: Kari Anderson Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
🔒 E75: It's Fine...We're Cops
August 29, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 67.7 MBSubscriber-only episode **This episode will release for all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, September 4th** A young woman in the 80s, who aspires to become a police officer, is unjustly targeted after having the audacity to stand up for herself within the Milwaukee Police Department. A tragic murder is followed by one shocking miscarriage of justice after another. Recorded live at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks. Episode title submitted by: Kari Anderson ht...
E74: The Mad Genius of Genealogy
August 21, 2023 05:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBThe murder of a quiet, well liked, and newly-hired hospital food service director who was beginning to adjust to her new position when three days after she moved to Council Bluffs, IA, she was found murdered in her hotel room. After going unsolved for nearly forty years, would genetic testing finally be able to bring answers and justice? This episode was recorded with a live audience at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks. Episode title submitted by: Sarah P. Victim: Lee Rotatori Location: Co...
🔒 E74: The Mad Genius of Geneology
August 15, 2023 21:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBSubscriber-only episode *This episode will be available to all listeners as regularly scheduled on Midwest Murder Monday, August 21st* The murder of a quiet, well liked, and newly-hired hospital food service director was beginning to adjust to her new position when three days after she moved to Council Bluffs, IA, she was found murdered in her hotel room. After going unsolved for nearly forty years, would genetic testing finally be able to bring answers and justice? This episode was r...
E73: the Gargoyle's Nest
August 07, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBAn oddball man with a dissociative personality and a bizarre obsession with trees spirals into violence. Recorded at the Rivers Edge Lounge in Williston, ND Sponsored by: Sarah E Schroeder (https://www.bakkenrealty.com/sarah-schroeder) Episode title submitted by: Chad & Tonya Sylvestre Victim: Tina Hermann, Kody Maynard, Stephanie Sprang Location: Mt. Vernon, OH Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E72: Super Bowl Scuffle
July 24, 2023 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBThe pregnant longtime girlfriend of a member of Chicagoland royalty was found murdered in her condo. Was it her boyfriend or was it a jealous ex-lover? This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at The Reverb Lounge in Omaha, NE. Episode title submitted by Molly Mulla. Victim: Rhoni Reuter Location: Deerfield, IL Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
🔒 E72: Super Bowl Scuffle
July 18, 2023 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBSubscriber-only episode **This episode will release for all non-subscribers on Midwest Murder Monday, July 24th** The pregnant longtime girlfriend of a member of Chicagoland royalty was found murdered in her condo. Was it her boyfriend or was it a jealous ex-lover? This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at The Reverb Lounge in Omaha, NE. Episode title submitted by Molly Mulla. https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E71: Sexy Calves: A Cautionary Tale
July 10, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 72 MBThis is the story of America's first serial killing murder family. Recorded with a capacity audience at the Sanctuary Events Center in Fargo, ND. Episode title submitted by: Leann Gilbertson Victims: Multiple Location: KS/MO Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
🔒 E71: Sexy Calves: A Cautionary Tale
July 04, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 73.2 MBSubscriber-only episode **This episode will release for non-subscribers on Midwest Murder Monday, July 10th* This is the story of America's first serial killing murder family. Recorded with a capacity audience at the Sanctuary Events Center in Fargo, ND. Episode title submitted by: Leann Gilbertson Tickets are available now for Midwest Murder LIVE in July. What's the scoop with Club Midwest and "locked" episodes? https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E70: Eight is Definitely Enough
June 20, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBIn the rust belt of Ohio, eight family members are murdered at four different locations. The family that murders together definitely doesn't stay together. This episode was recorded with a live audience at Icon Event Hall + Lounge in Sioux Falls, SD. Episode title submitted by Michael Klinski Victims: 8 victims from the Rhoden Family Location: Piketon Village, OH Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E69: Burning Secrets
June 12, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBA lone survivor becomes the target of an arson investigation after a family of six dies during a New Years Eve house fire. Recorded with a fantastic live audience for our debut at the Marquee in Sioux City, IA. Victim: Roberson Family Location: Greenwood, IN Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E68: Digital Darkness
May 29, 2023 05:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBIn 2016, a thirty-one year old mom to three young children went out for a rare evening on the town with her boyfriend. Her and her boyfriend went their separate ways after a small spat. Her body was found in a field near her home, her belongings a little further down the road. Was it her boyfriend or was it a completely random attack? It would come down to a health monitoring device being the proof. This episode was recorded with a live, sold out audience at Rivers Edge Grill and Bar in...
E67: She Married the Devil
May 15, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBA man who appears to have it all; looks, money, and schnitzel, charms and lies his way into multiple marriages. This was recorded with a sold out audience at the River's Edge Bar & Grill in Williston, ND. Episode title submitted by: Brittny Allard & Alexandria R Victims: Multiple Locations: Chicago, IL; Detroit, MI Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E66: Boys Will Be Boys
May 01, 2023 05:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MBIn 1988, two brothers had an apartment that became a safe haven for teenage runaways. One of the brothers, along with a couple of their tenants became obsessed with the 80's hit movie, The Lost Boys. So obsessed that they wanted to create their own vampire cult. On a cold March camping trip, one of their "friends" would become their first victim. This episode was recorded in front of a sold out, live audience at the Luft in Bismarck, ND. Episode title submitted by: Kim Pulrafico, John F...
E65: 80 Stitches...not on the Face
April 17, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBTwo career criminals on a frenzied binge of car theft happen upon a teenager waiting for her school bus. The horrors that followed haunted the tiny suburb of Raytown, Missouri for decades. This episode is presented by the Minot Area Council of the Arts and was recorded with a sold out audience at the Carnegie Center in Minot, ND. Episode title submitted by: Jana Schultz, Melissa Ryan, & Kyle Erck Victim: Ann Harrison Location: Kansas City, MO Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestm...
E64: Murder. Rinse. Repeat.
April 03, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.8 MBIn 1997, a young college student is raped and murdered in her off-campus home. Her family refuses to give up on justice even after the case stumps investigators. An agonizing two years later, a young college student goes missing. but the evidence left behind is a little too familiar. This episode was recorded before a live audience at University of Minnesota-Crookston. Episode title submitted by: Stacey S. Victims: Brook Baker, Erika Norman Location: Vencennes, IN Support the show h...
E63: Cletus Didn't Eat Us
March 20, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBWhen the bodies of missing men keep turning up on the isolated property of an estranged farmer, authorities struggle to place a motive on their suspect and grisly rumors swirl throughout the community. Recorded live at Hay Camp Brewing Company in Rapid City, SD. Episode title submitted by: Carl Victims: 3 victims Location: Newcastle Twp, OH Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E62: If Plan B Doesn’t Work, Just Get Pluckered
March 06, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MBA husband, after multiple affairs and swindling women and businesses, comes up with a few different plans for his girlfriend to kill his wife. This episode was filmed before a live, sold out audience at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks in Minot, ND. Episode title submitted by Aaron Stenvold Victim: Barbara McDowell Location: Tea, SD Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E61: Leave No Witnesses Behind
February 20, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 50.5 MBA hardworking single mom with a big heart is caught in the violent storm of a drug lord hellbent on exterminating every witness in his case. Recorded with a sold out audience at Laughing Sun Brewing Co in Bismarck, ND. Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E61: Leave No Witness Behind
February 20, 2023 06:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBA hardworking single mom with a big heart is caught in the violent storm of a drug lord hellbent on exterminating every witness in his case. Recorded with a sold out audience at Laughing Sun Brewing Co in Bismarck, ND. Support the show
E60: Dear Diary: I Did It
February 06, 2023 06:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBIn 1991, a family goes missing along with their two vehicles; the only one remaining is the teenage son. Nothing seemed too suspicious until the family’s station wagon was found incinerated. At first glance, the family wasn’t inside. This episode was filmed before a sold out audience at The Hall at Fargo Brewing Co. Episode title submitted by: Josh Hinz Victims: Rick Brenizer, Ruth Berentson, Heidy Berentson, Mindy Berentson, Crystal Brenizer Location: Cushing, WI Support the show http...
E59: No Happy Ending for Botulism Barbie
January 23, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBThe salacious reign of the Madison, Wisconsin massage parlor scene comes to a startling halt when a frozen body turns up on Christmas Day, and a wicked web of lies, sex, drugs, and murder slowly unravels. Recorded with a nearly sold out audience at Severance Brewing in Sioux Falls, SD. Episode title submitted by: Anonymous Victims: Jerry Davies, Harry Berge Location: Madison, WI Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E58: Oh One E DNA Match
January 09, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBIn 1979, malls were changing the world of suburbia. They were also a playground for predators. One December evening, Michelle Martinko went to the mall and never left alive. Recorded with a live audience at Half Bros. Brewing in Grand Forks, ND. Episode title submitted by flexo22 Victim: Michelle Martinko Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E57: the F'er in Room 138
December 26, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 53.2 MBThe nation wide killing spree of an elusive murderer goes unchecked and unconnected for nearly 5 years before the suspect presents himself in the most unlikely fashion. Recorded with a sold out live audience at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks Episode title submitted by Lisa Victims: Multiple Location: Multiple States Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E56: Curbside Collection
December 12, 2022 06:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBA sadistic serial killer targets sex workers in Missouri, and simply discards their remains with the weekly garbage collection. Recorded with a live audience at the High Plains Cultural Center in Killdeer, ND. Episode title submitted by: Laura Weishoff Victims: Multiple Location: Kansas City, MO Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E55: Murder is just so cuuuuute
November 28, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 75.1 MBThe murder streak of a depraved, serial killing couple goes almost completely unnoticed in the midst of a prominent nursing home. Sex, lies, duplicity, narcissism, and sadism run wild in the most unlikely of places. Recorded live with a sold out audience at the Luft in Bismarck, ND. Brought to you in part by Premiere Chiropractic ND Victims: 5 victims Location: Grand Rapids, MI Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod
E54: Fetal Attraction
November 14, 2022 06:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBAn intelligent and mentally ill thirty-two year old woman murders a beautiful, vibrant twenty-two year old pregnant woman. It would be a nightmare for her family as they looked for her and the baby. Recorded with a sold out live audience at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks in Minot, ND. Sponsored in part by: Premier Chiropractic Episode title submitted by: Stuart Hammer Victim: Savana Greywind Location: Fargo, ND Support the show https://linktr.ee/midwestmurderpod