Texas Wine and True Crime
145 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 202 ratingsWe review Texas wines and discuss Texas true crime.
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James & Jennifer Crumbley - The Oxford School Shooting
April 23, 2024 01:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBThis week we discuss a controversial ruling in the Court that held James and Jennifer Crumbley criminally responsible in the Oxford School Shooting in Michigan. Their son, 15-year old Ethan Crumbley, killed four students on November 30, 2021. The gun Ethan had hidden is his backpack, was purchased four days earlier by his father. Do you agree with the Court's ruling? Has a precedent now been set to make parents more aware of gun safety in their home? This is the story of James and Jennifer C...
Fatal Exam - Solving Lubbock's Greatest Murder Mystery - Alan Burton
April 17, 2024 02:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBWe welcome our special guest tonight, Alan Burton. Alan Burton is an author from Sherman, TX that spent the last 20 years researching and writing about this case in his new book Fatal Exam - Solving Lubbock's Greatest Murder Mystery. On December 4, 1967, the body of Sarah Alice Morgan was found on the 3rd floor of the Science building at Texas Tech University. A suspect remained at large for three months before being caught by a police sting operation to catch the killer. This is a MUST rea...
Ebby Steppach - Little Rock
April 01, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBThank you to the Female Mentor Podcast for having me as a guest and discussing the Ebby Steppach case. Ebby was 18-years old when she was senselessly taken from her family. Ebby is reported missing in October 2015, and in 2018, her body is found only 60 feet from where her car was parked. The medical examiner classified her death as a homicide. This case remains unsolved. What happened to Ebby Steppach? Ebby, happy heavenly birthday. Your family and the community will never stop looking for...
Scott Peterson - the disappearance and murder of Laci Peterson
March 22, 2024 00:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MBThis week we discuss the disappearance and murder of Laci Peterson. Her husband, Scott Peterson, was convicted of killing Laci, and their unborn child, Conner. Laci was 8 months pregnant when she was reported missing on Christmas Eve, 2002. Her stepfather reported her missing after Scott Peterson called the family after 4 PM on Christmas Eve. Four months later, Laci and Conner's bodies wash up on the shores of San Francisco Bay. The LA Innocence Project has picked up Scott's case and want...
The life and trial of Candace Mossler - live recording at Horseshoe Bend Cellars
March 12, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBIn this episode, we go back to the 1960's and discuss the life and trial of Candace Mossler. Candace and her nephew, Mel Powers, were having an affair. Her husband, Jacques, is believed to have found out about the affair. A few months later, Jacques if found dead in his Miami luxury apartment. Police believed Mel and Candace were in this together, and that the couple murdered the millionaire so they could be together and take his fortune. But, what would a jury think? Thank you to Gabriele ...
Welcome to the Jungle - The Curse of Clark, TX - J.R. Jordan Jr.
February 28, 2024 03:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBTonight we discuss Welcome to the Jungle, The Curse of Clark, TX with author, J.R. Jordan Jr. and what unfolded in 1980-something. J.R. was a senior in high school in 1980-something and shares the joys, struggles, and scandals that plagued the students of Clark High School in San Antonio, TX. From a salacious affair between two students and one particular English teacher, to a griping trial that shook the community, to other fateful events that fell upon J.R.'s friends. A big thanks to J.R....
The Murder of Marisela Botella - The Lisa Dykes trial (with guest Maggie Prosser)
February 20, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBMarisela was a 23-year old girl visiting Dallas from Seattle. In October 2020, Marisela meets Charles Beltran on the streets of Deep Ellum. What Marisela didn't know is that Charles was living with two women at this time. Charles takes Marisela back to his home, where she is murdered, her body dumped, and found 5 months later in Wilmer, TX. Lisa Dykes will be charged with Botella's murder. Maggie Prosser of the Dallas Morning News joins us in this episode. She will share what she witnessed...
Jodi Arias - The Murder of Travis Alexander
February 13, 2024 11:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBThis week I am sharing the story of Jodi Arias. Jodi stabbed Travis Alexander, slit his throat, and then shot him in the head. The motive...jealousy. If she couldn't have him, nobody could have him. This was a calculated, premeditated crime, and she used sex to get into the home that day, knowing she was going to kill him. I will discuss how they met, their short relationship, how he died, and the bizarre details on the trial. www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
Betty Williams - Odessa, TX
February 05, 2024 03:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBTonight we go back to 1961 and discuss the death of Betty Williams. Betty Williams was a high school senior living a life of turmoil. It was hard for Betty to be the wild and outgoing teenager she wanted to be with strict parents at home. She falls in love with a popular Odessa high football player, Mack Herring. After dating for a few months, he breaks it off with Betty. She is distraught about the break up, and this seems to put her over the edge. She tells friends, it's time for her to se...
TWTC - February Updates
January 30, 2024 02:00 - 11 minutes - 8.11 MBTonight we are filling you in on what's on tap in February. We will have a month full of episodes, live show, winos and crimos zoom (Jodi Arias). Stay safe friends! www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
Justice for Missy Bevers - True Crime Broads
January 15, 2024 02:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBTonight we are joined by Crystal and Renae, hosts of True Crime Broads. These ladies have conducted boots on the ground research and advocacy for the unsolved murder of Missy Bevers. Missy was murdered inside the Creekside Church in Midlothian, TX in 2016. Her eery killer caught on video waiting and lurking inside of the church before Missy enters and is killed within minutes. Will this 8-year unsolved murder ever see justice? www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
Rick & Suzy Wamsley - Mansfield, TX
January 03, 2024 02:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBOn December 11th 2003, Rick and Suzy Wamsley were viciously murdered in their upscale Mansfield, TX home. Suzy was a homemaker, and Rick was a hardworking CPA. The Wamsley's had two children, Sarah and Andrew. The people living in Walnut Estates were terrified. Someone had come into the Wamsley home and murdered them in cold blood. The killer(s) were still out there. Who would do this to such a picture-perfect family? www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
Santa Claus Bank Robbery - Cisco, TX
December 18, 2023 01:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBThis week we record live from Cisco, TX where the infamous Santa Claus Bank Robbery took place in 1927. You will hear a story of four men, eager to pull off this heist, but things quickly go wrong. The case is still being discussed almost a 100 years later. We interview author Thomas Goodman about his new book, The Last Man: A Novel of the 1927 Santa Claus Bank Robbery. The book is based on the crime, but it's also based on the one thing people don't hear about when they are told this story...
Murder in Alpine - Zuzu Verk
December 09, 2023 05:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBTonight we cover the senseless murder of Zuzu Verk. Zuzu was reported missing in October, 2016. Four months later, her body is found in a shallow grave right outside of Alpine, TX. Her boyfriend at the time, Robert Fabian, was arrested and convicted of her murder. Even though there has been a conviction, there are still a lot of unanswered questions in this case. We are enjoying a Tempranillo tonight by Silver Spur Winery. Go visit our friends in Hico, TX and tell them your friends at Texa...
Carolyn Montgomery - Dallas
November 20, 2023 04:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBIn 1971, Carolyn Montgomery was found brutally murdered in her apartment. She was found by her 6-year-old son the next morning. Carolyn was seen arriving at her apartment around 2 AM. There was no sign of forced entry, and neighbors nor her son heard any screams. The one key piece of evidence in this case was a note left at the scene. Who did this to Carolyn Montgomery? www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
The Cheerleader Plot to Kill - Wanda Holloway
November 01, 2023 03:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBWanda Holloway wanted her daughter Shanna to have it all. But when it came to cheerleading, she would do anything to see her daughter on the squad. Even though Wanda was beautiful, sharply dressed, and a pillar in the community, she had a dark side. Why would a seemingly loving mother plot to kill another fellow mom and her daughter? Cheers to the three year anniversary of the show! www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
The Abduction of Melissa Highsmith
October 25, 2023 02:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBThere is a happy ending to this story, but for 51 years, this family lived in turmoil. In 1971, their daughter Melissa, was abducted by someone posing as a babysitter when she was 21-months old. DNA advancements gave this family what they have been waiting to hear all these years, Melissa is alive and we have found her. This episode will cover the details of Melissa's abduction, and the happy ending of being reunited with her family. www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
The disappearance of Elizabeth Ann Campbell
October 02, 2023 02:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBElizabeth Campbell was a 20-year old student, daughter, and friend. After a heated argument with her boyfriend, she left on foot from his home in Killeen around 11 PM. She is seen at a 7-11 in Copperas Cove making a phone call. She leaves the store and eyewitnesses see her getting into another vehicle, heading back in the direction of Killeen. Who was this person, and what happened to Elizabeth Ann Campbell. www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
The death of Natasha Atchley
September 25, 2023 02:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBOn May 3, 1992, the bones of Natasha Atchley were found in the backseat of her Chevy Camaro. She had burned to death inside her own car. The theory for the past 30 years was that someone murdered the 19-year old. But recently, another theory has come to light. In this episode, we discuss both theories and what we think happened to Natasha. www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
Murder in Horseshoe Bay - Charlie White
September 05, 2023 02:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBIn November 2005, Charlie White was found dead in his Horseshoe Bay mansion. He was an eccentric 73-year old partygoer who lived life in the fast lane. Police were certain his risky lifestyle had something to do with his murder. Who wanted this retired businessman dead? www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
The Fort Worth Missing Trio - Part 2
August 19, 2023 03:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBThis case gets more mind boggling, the more we discuss the details. The letter had to be written before the girls disappeared. One part was written in ink, the other in pencil. The letter revolves around Rachel. She is the "author" and the letter was sent to the home of her then husband, Tommy. We discuss witness statements, Rachel sightings, rumors of a love triangle, and family suspicions they took to their graves. Who had the motive and opportunity to take three girls from a mall the day ...
The Fort Worth Missing Trio - Part 1
August 14, 2023 03:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBOn December 23, 1974, Mary Rachel Trlica, Lisa Renee Wilson, and Julie Ann Moseley went out shopping for the upcoming holiday, but never returned home. The car Rachel was driving was found parked in the Sears parking lot later that evening by family members. The car was locked, there was no signs of foul play, it seemed as though the girls had just vanished. The case is almost 50 years old, and police will say; every clue, every detail, leads them back to the parking lot. What happened to th...
The Secrets in Nocona - Caleb Diehl - Part 2
July 06, 2023 02:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBRicky Dale Howard is sitting in prison for child exploitation and for molesting Caleb Diehl. He was the last person to speak with Caleb the afternoon he went missing. All evidence points to family friend, Ricky Dale Howard, as being responsible for Caleb's disappearance. The Secrets in Nocona run deep. www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
The Secrets in Nocona - Caleb Diehl
July 05, 2023 02:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBTonight is Part 1 of 2 as we discuss the disappearance of 18-year old Caleb Diehl. Caleb was last seen in March, 2015, in Nocona, TX. In part 1 we discuss the details of Caleb's disappearance from the last day he was seen, and the red flags that popped up in the first week of his disappearance. In part 2 we will discuss the discovery of evidence, the past of Ricky Dale Howard, and what secrets loom over the town of Nocona. www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
Tale of an Axe Murderer-Candy Montgomery
June 28, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBGreetings friends. Join us as we discuss the story of a local axe murder, Candy Montgomery. Texas Wine and True Crime hit the road and presented this story at the Dallas Public Library for their True Crime Mini Convention. This is an interesting tale and very much gaining attention as of late with two new series released this year. We also sipped on a delicious Mourvèdre Rose from Rustic Spur this week which was delicious and refreshing and a great match for this Texas heat. www.texaswinean...
The murder of Jamie Faith
June 20, 2023 03:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBJamie Faith thought his morning walk with his wife and dog would be like the rest, but there is someone waiting on him, to murder him right in front of his home. Jennifer Faith wanted out of her marriage and to be with her high school sweetheart after finding each other on social media after so many years. They started an online emotional affair that lasted 7 months, until Jamie was murdered. What happened in this Oak Cliff neighborhood? www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
The Murder of Lindsay Buziak
June 10, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.8 MBLindsay Buziak was a young and vibrant 24-year old real estate agent from Victoria, BC, Canada. On February 2, 2008, Lindsay was murdered in the master bedroom of a vacant home she was showing to an anonymous couple that had only contacted her days before her murder. This couple has never been identified, and the case remains unsolved. We discuss the details of this bizarre murder-for-hire on this beautiful young woman who had no known enemies, and was loved by all those that knew her. w...
The Irving Murders - Madison McDonald
June 04, 2023 01:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBIn late April 2021, Madison McDonald walked into an Irving police station and dialed 911 from the lobby. She tells dispatch she has just killed her two daughters. In April of this year, she was found guilty of two counts of capital murder. She will spend the rest of her life in prison for killing her 1 & 6 year old daughters. What made this mother do the unthinkable. www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
The Case of Carol Joyce Deleon-Cold Case Solved
May 19, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBTonight we discuss the 42-year old now solved homicide of Carol Joyce Deleon. The Texas Rangers put the pieces together, and DNA evidence pointed to Larry Allen West. West was arrested at his San Antonio home in April. We will keep you posted once an indictment and trial date are announced. If you want to help support the show, you can join our Patreon family! www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
On the Road in Jefferson, Texas-The Murder of Diamond Bessie
May 09, 2023 01:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBThis week we travel to Jefferson, Texas to visit one of the most haunted cities in all Texas. This weekend the annual celebration called Pilgrimage took place as well and every year the locals perform a play depicting the trial of the murder of Diamond Bessie. This in itself is a three day event with multiple performance times. We took in all the history of the town and visited some of the famous haunted sites. We recorded this episode from the Glam Room and had the opportunity to interview ...
The KFC Murders - Kilgore, TX
May 01, 2023 23:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBBack in 1983, five people lost their lives in a robbery gone wrong. The assailants, two identified as Darnell Hartsfield and his cousin Romeo Pinkerton, were eventually convicted of this crime decades later. A third DNA profile found doesn't match any of the suspects. That person is still unidentified and still being pursued by law enforcement. All 5 victims had been shot. Opie Hughes had been sexually assaulted and found 50 yards away from the rest of the victims. The victims that died ...
The Murder of Cherry Walker
April 15, 2023 04:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBKimberly Cargill was an abuser in every sense of the word. She abused her children, her friends, her husbands, the system, and anyone else in her destructive path. Cherry Walker was introduced to this monster by a girl that lived in the same apartment unit as Cherry. Kimberly took advantage of Cherry, who was 39 years old at the time of her murder, but had the mental capacity of a 9 year old. Kimberly would leave her 4-year old with Cherry, sometimes for days. Kimberly Cargill was sentence...
Case Updates - Deborah Sue Williamson, Linda Malcom, Adnan Syed, Stephen Smith
April 09, 2023 03:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBOn this episode we bring you updates on cases that we've been following and covering. Thank you to Texas Wine Club and Adega Vinho for this delicious wine. Go visit txwine.com and put in the code CRIME for $25 off your subscription. If you want to help support the show you can join our Patreon family and get all of Chris's recipes! Just click the link and get in where you fit in! www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
The Murders of James Mosqueda and Amy Kitchen - Part 2
March 27, 2023 02:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBI close out this case discussing Ivan Cantu's story of events and why he isn't responsible for their deaths. Amy Boettcher's testimony is what sealed the deal for Ivan. He has always maintained his innocence, but he is out of appeals, and one month away from execution. You decide, is Ivan Cantu innocent or guilty? Thank you so much for supporting the show. If you want to snag all of Chris's recipes, you can join our winos and primos on Patreon! Click here for details. www.texaswineandtrue...
The Murders of James Mosqueda and Amy Kitchen - Part 1
March 20, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBThis week we discuss the gruesome, double homicide of James Mosqueda and Amy Kitchen. James and Amy had been shot to death and found in the master bedroom of the home they shared. The person charged with the two murders, was James's cousin, Ivan Cantu. Ivan is scheduled for execution on April 26th, 2023, just a month away. Evidence and testimony were overwhelming in the eyes of law enforcement and the Court. Ivan has always maintained his innocence and says he was set up by people that wante...
The Murder of Jennifer Servo.
March 06, 2023 03:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBThis week we discuss the unsolved murder of Jennifer Servo in Abilene, TX. Jennifer was 22-years old and headed into the best years of her life, until she was found brutally murdered in her apartment. Was it jealousy? Was it a broken heart? Was it rejection? This is the 21st year that Jennifer’s family has had to face without her on this earth. Her murderer is still out there. A sea bass surprise this week, paired with a Viognier from Firelight Vineyards. Don’t forget to grab all of Chris’...
Terror in Texas - Magen Fieramusca
February 20, 2023 03:00 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MBThis week we discuss the calculated murder of Heidi Broussard, and the kidnapping of Heidi's 2-week old daughter, Margo. Magen Fieramusca wanted Heidi Broussard's life. She kidnapped the 33-year old mother, murdered her, and then kidnapped her infant daughter. You have to be a special kind of evil to murder a friend you've had for 20 years, and then steal her baby to pass off as your own. www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
Joan Robinson Hill-Houston.
January 24, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MBJoan Robinson Hill died mysteriously after a brief illness. Her father, Ash Robinson thought is was murder. What really happened to this Houston socialite. Visit our Patreon for extra episodes and recipes. www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
Roy & Mae Hunt - The Unsolved murder in Littlefield
January 05, 2023 02:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBOne of the biggest mysteries in the South Plains is who killed Roy and Mae Hunt. Roy Hunt was gunned down on a Lubbock highway, but survives the attack. Seventeen months later, Roy and his wife Mae are found dead in their Littlefield home. Was it a jealousy Roy didn't see coming? Who killed the Hunts? Don't forget to check out bonus episodes, recipes, and wine selections on our Patreon! www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
Linda Malcom - unsolved case discussion with Jennifer Bucholtz & George Jared
January 04, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 50.1 MBThis week I sit down with Jennifer Bucholtz and George Jared to discuss the 2008 unsolved murder of Linda Malcom. Linda was a 47-year old Navy Veteran residing in Port Orchard, WA, at the time of her murder. Linda was stabbed 18 times, and her home set on fire to cover up the gruesome crime. She was moving the next day to a nearby town, and taking a new job. Jennifer Bucholtz and George Jared worked together on the Rebekah Gould case, which led to an arrest. They uncovered key details in t...
Stephen Michaud & Brandy Diamond - The Idaho Murders & The Bundy Tapes
December 31, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MBI sit down with journalist and author, Stephen Michaud, to discuss The Idaho Murders and The Bundy Tapes. Stephen and I discuss the details of the Idaho Murders, and his experiences sitting down with Ted Bundy. Ted was brazen enough to break into the Chi Omega house and bludgeon four sorority sisters to death without being detected. Is this the same type of person we are dealing with in Idaho? UPDATE: Since the taping of this episode, there has been an arrest made in the murders of Madison...
The Frome Murders - Hazel & Nancy Frome
December 12, 2022 04:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBThe unsolved murders of Hazel and Nancy Frome are one of the biggest mysteries that haunts West Texas. In 1938, Hazel and Nancy Frome's bodies were found in the desert off Hwy 80. Both women had been tortured, beaten, and shot dead. How did two women from Berkeley, CA, making their way to South Carolina, find their fate in the desert of El Paso? If you want to help support the show, you can join our winos and crimos Patreon page. Thank you again to our listeners for their continued support....
The Unsolved Murder of Deborah Sue Williamson - Part 2, with Jennifer Bucholtz
November 30, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 47.3 MBThis week we are sitting down with Jennifer Bucholtz, author of Silent Silhouette, to discuss the murder of Deborah Sue Williamson. Deborah, also known as Debbie to her friends and family, was brutally murdered outside of her home in the hot Texas summer of 1975. Debbie had been stabbed 17 times. Jennifer Bucholtz shares with us how she got involved in Debbie's case, along with her partner in true crime, George Jared. What did the two uncover about Debbie's murder when they hit the streets...
The Unsolved Murder of Deborah Sue Williamson - Part 1 - Lubbock, TX
November 13, 2022 05:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBTonight we start our dive into the unsolved murder of Deborah Sue Williamson, known to her friends as Debbie. Debbie was an 18-year old newlywed that had been married for about 10 weeks when she was killed. Her husband Doug Williamson discovered Debbie's bodies just hours after she was murdered. In cases like Debbie's we know the husband is always suspect number one. But Doug's alibi was rock solid, and he had no motive. By all accounts, Debbie and Doug were happy. The book "Silent Silhoue...
Upcoming Events!
November 03, 2022 01:00 - 5 minutes - 4.1 MBWe are announcing upcoming events featuring wine and true crime for the month of November and December. Give us a listen for all of the dates. www.texaswineandtruecrime.com
Amanda Pierce - The story from her sister, Kimberly Mullens.
November 01, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBOn May 14, 2015, Amanda Pierce made two phone calls trying to escape the threats from her then-boyfriend, Brayan Espona had just made to her 24 hours before she is found hanging in the couple's bedroom closet. Espona told Pierce if she wasn't out of the house by 7 PM, upon his return from work, he was going to strangle her and get away with it. Two people overhead Amanda sharing this information. The relationship was over. A 7:14 PM, a call comes in to 911 about a deceased female. Cause of...
Amanda Pierce - The story from her sister, Kimberly Mullens.
November 01, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBOn May 14, 2015, Amanda Pierce made two phone calls trying to escape the threats from her then-boyfriend, Brayan Espona had just made to her 24 hours before she is found hanging in the couple's bedroom closet. Espona told Pierce if she wasn't out of the house by 7 PM, upon his return from work, he was going to strangle her and get away with it. Two people overhead Amanda sharing this information. The relationship was over. A 7:14 PM, a call comes in to 911 about a deceased female. Cause of...
Murder of Dallas Cowboy-Colin Ridgway
October 24, 2022 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBThis is the story of the unsolved murder of former Dallas Cowboy punter, Colin Ridgway. He was murdered in 1993 in Dallas, Texas and the crime still remains unsolved to this day. There were multiple suspects, but no one has ever been tried and convicted in this case. Some of the players are former friends of the family. If you want to support the show you can join our Patreon family! Just click the link and get in where you fit in! Text WINEANDCRIME to 85100 to never miss a Texas Wine & T...
Texas Wine and True Crime Live at Farina's Winery Grapevine Texas, October 15th, 2022
October 17, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBWe are sharing the audio from our live show this past weekend, October 15th, 2022 at Farina's Winery, Grapevine Texas. Please visit us @ TexasWineandTrueCrime.com or visit out Patreon page and support the show. www.texaswineandtruecrime.com