Case Files with Kat and Ashley
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S. 8 Episode 19: Doomsday Cult with Cats
May 11, 2026
1h 11m 27s
S. 8 Ep. 18: Fostered Then Killed: The Murder of Lisa Knoefel
Apr 9, 2026
1h 02m 02s
S. 8 Episode 17: Who Killed the Short Family?
Mar 26, 2026
52m 38s
S. 8 Episode 16: The Ritter Family Tragedy: A Rejection That Turned Deadly
Mar 26, 2026
40m 29s
S. 8 Episode 14: Disappearance of Phylicia Thomas
Mar 24, 2026
43m 52s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 5/11/26 | S. 8 Episode 19: Doomsday Cult with Cats✨ | doomsday cultcults+4 | — | Eva's Eden | — | doomsday cultcults+3 | — | 1h 11m 27s | |
| 4/9/26 | S. 8 Ep. 18: Fostered Then Killed: The Murder of Lisa Knoefel✨ | murdertrue crime+3 | — | — | — | Lisa Knoefelmurder+5 | — | 1h 02m 02s | |
| 3/26/26 | S. 8 Episode 17: Who Killed the Short Family?✨ | double murderabduction+3 | — | — | — | Short familymurder case+3 | — | 52m 38s | |
| 3/26/26 | S. 8 Episode 16: The Ritter Family Tragedy: A Rejection That Turned Deadly✨ | double murderattempted murder+3 | — | — | — | double murderRay Raycroft+6 | — | 40m 29s | |
| 3/24/26 | S. 8 Episode 14: Disappearance of Phylicia Thomas✨ | disappearancetrue crime+3 | — | Case Files with Kat and Ashley | — | Phylicia ThomasJennifer Barziloski+5 | — | 43m 52s | |
| 3/13/26 | S. 8 Episode 15: Skidmore’s Secret: The Killing of Ken McElroy✨ | true crimemurder+3 | — | — | SkidmoreMissouri | Ken McElroySkidmore+5 | — | 1h 02m 52s | |
| 2/19/26 | S. 8 Episode 13: Brenda Andrew: Faith, Betrayal, & Murder✨ | death rowtrue crime+4 | — | — | Oklahoma | Brenda AndrewRob Andrew+6 | — | 1h 08m 49s | |
| 2/12/26 | S. 8 Episode 12: Folie à Deux: The Eriksson Twins✨ | twinspsychotic behavior+4 | — | — | Sweden | twinspsychotic behavior+5 | — | 1h 02m 20s | |
| 1/29/26 | S. 8 Episode 11: Watched, Controlled, Silenced: The Murder of Dominique ‘Nique’ Leili✨ | stalkingdomestic violence+3 | — | — | Gwinnett County | Dominique Leilistalking+3 | — | 1h 11m 32s | |
| 1/15/26 | S. 8 Episode 10: Amber Hagerman's Legacy: The Story Behind the AMBER Alert✨ | child abductionAMBER Alert system+3 | — | AMBER Alertnational sex offenders registry | Arlington, TX | Amber HagermanAMBER Alert+3 | — | 1h 00m 21s | |
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| 1/1/26 | S. 8 Episode 9: Consent Is Complicated: The OneTaste Story✨ | sexual wellnesswomen's empowerment+3 | — | OneTasteEmpire of Orgasm | — | OneTasteNicole Daedone+5 | — | 1h 18m 19s | |
| 12/27/25 | S. 8 Episode 8: The Disappearance of Brian Shaffer | We originally covered this story in our first season; however since our first season is no longer available, Ashley wanted to redo it and add in the newest updates. Brian Shaffer went out with his friend drinking, he is seen entering the bar but never seen exiting. He has not been seen or head from since. In this episode, Ashley discusses the disappearance, the case and the many theories. Resources: 1. https://people.com/what-happened-to-brian-shaffer-disappearance-1... | 1h 01m 50s | ||||||
| 12/19/25 | S. 8 Episode 7: The Butcher of Plainfield – The Ed Gein Story Part 2 | It's time for Part 2 of Kat's deep dive into the monster that is Ed Gein. References: “Ed Gein.” Wikipedia – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ed_Gein“Ed Gein.” Britannica – biographical overview and case summary. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Ed-Gein“Real-Life Psycho Ed Gein Dies.” History.com ( https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/july-26/real-life-psycho-ed-gein-diesCrime + Investigation Network (UK). “Ed Gein – The Butcher of Plainfield.” https://www.crimeandinvestigation.... | 43m 38s | ||||||
| 12/5/25 | S. 8 Episode 6: The Butcher of Plainfield – The Ed Gein Story Part 1 | In 1957, a missing-person call in small-town Wisconsin led police to a farmhouse that would redefine horror forever. What they found inside Ed Gein’s home shocked the nation — and inspired Psycho, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, and The Silence of the Lambs. Kat takes you deep into the chilling true story behind “The Butcher of Plainfield” — a quiet, lonely man whose obsession with his mother and the dead blurred the line between grief and madness. References: “Ed Gein.” Wikipedia –... | 53m 54s | ||||||
| 11/27/25 | S. 8 Episode 5: The Disappearance of Jodi Sue Huisentruit | It's been 30 years since Jodi Sue Huisentruit disappeared from her apartment complex parking lot. Jodi was a TV news anchor for KIMT in Mason City and was running late for work. She never arrived and has not been heard from since. Even 30 years later, there is hardly even evidence on who took Jodi and why. In this episode Ashley discusses the disappearance, the suspects and the updates over the years. Resources: 1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jodi_Huisentruit 2.&nb... | 1h 06m 54s | ||||||
| 10/31/25 | S. 8 Episode 4: Fear, Confusion, and the Vanishing of Karlie Guse | In this episode, Ashley discusses the 2018 unsolved disappearance of 16-year-old Karli Lain Guse. After a night of partying, Karli called her stepmother to pick her up. She was clearly in a state of distress and paranoia. No one called the hospital, no one stayed up to keep an eye on her, no one helped her.... where did she go, what happened to her and will we ever know what she was really going through? There is a $10,000 reward that is being offered for any information about Karli or ... | 1h 02m 19s | ||||||
| 10/15/25 | S. 8 Episode 3: The Monster in the Basement: Gary Heidnik's House of Horrors | Date night with Silence of the Lambs got Kat wondering: who on earth inspired Buffalo Bill? Meet Gary Heidnik—the preacher-turned-predator whose North Philly cellar of horrors still haunts survivors and inspired one of Hollywood’s most chilling villains. You'll definitely need a frosty beverage or maybe even some relaxing tea for this one. References: Please like, follow, and share this podcast - we're on all of the platforms! Oh, and please leave reviews so other true crime lov... | 54m 54s | ||||||
| 10/9/25 | S. 8 Episode 2: Vanished on Valentine’s: The 25 Year Mystery of Asha Degree | In this episode Ashley discusses the disappearance of 9 year old Asha Degree on Valentine's Day 1990. Why did she leave her house? Where was she going? And how is the Dedmon family involved? New leads are still coming in even in 2025. Anyone with information about Degree’s disappearance is asked to call the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office at 704-484-4788, or the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation at 919-662-4500. Resources: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/crime/asha-... | 59m 44s | ||||||
| 10/2/25 | S. 8 Episode 1: Thomas Randolph: Love, Lies, and Life Insurance | Love. Betrayal. Murder-for-hire. Thomas Randolph’s six marriages left behind a trail of broken lives and suspicious deaths. Dubbed The Black Widower, Randolph manipulated, schemed, and killed — all for money and control. In this episode, we unravel decades of deception and the crimes that finally put him behind bars. Join Kat and Ashley as they welcome in SEASON 8 after a long break and do a deep dive into one twisted dude. PS. Due to Kat's body just not cooperating, we had a long... | 56m 48s | ||||||
| 5/29/25 | S. 7 Episode 30: Deadly Divorce: The Dan Markel Case | When beloved Florida State law professor Dan Markel was gunned down in his driveway in 2014, it shocked the academic world and ignited a years-long search for justice. But what first appeared to be a random act of violence soon unraveled into something far more sinister—a murder-for-hire plot tied to his bitter custody battle and his ex-wife’s powerful family, the Adelsons. In this episode, Kat dives deep into the tangled web of suspects, shady phone calls, and suspicious payments that ultima... | 1h 00m 18s | ||||||
| 5/22/25 | S. 7 Episode 29: Michael Bruce Ross a.k.a. The Roadside Strangler | Trigger warning-- this story does include rape and murder of minors. In this episode, Ashley discusses Michael Bruce Ross aka the Roadside Strangler. He murdered eight women in the 80s before being the last person executed in Connecticut. We discuss the case, the victims and the importance of being self-aware. Resources: 1. https://cambrian.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/fulldisplay/alma991000155559707308/01OCLS_CAMB:CAMB 2. https://deathpenaltyinfo.org/stories/the-michae... | 1h 25m 14s | ||||||
| 5/15/25 | S. 7 Episode 28: Teal Swan: Spiritual Catalyst or Cult Leader? | TW: This episode contains discussions of childhood sexual abuse, suicide, and suicidal ideation. These are deeply sensitive topics that may be distressing for some listeners. Please take care of yourself as you listen. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. You can call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 anytime, 24/7. Teal Swan is a self-proclaimed spiritual healer, author, and YouTube influencer with a devoted following—and a deeply controversial reputati... | 1h 26m 51s | ||||||
| 5/2/25 | S. 7 Episode 27: Where is Timmothy Pitzen? | TW: This story mentions suicide. In this week's episode Ashley discusses the 2011 disappearance of 6 year old Timmothy Pitzen. To this day, there have been no clues or leads in the case. The suicide note left by his mother Amy Pitzen ended with "You will never find him". What did it mean? Where is Timmothy? Someone has to know something. If you have any information please contact the Aurora Police Department at 630–256–5516. Resources: 1. https://unquestionablycrimin... | 46m 44s | ||||||
| 4/24/25 | S. 7 Episode 26: From Model to Manipulator: The Kat Torres Story | **TRIGGER WARNING: MENTIONS OF SEX TRAFFICKING AND THOUGHTS OF SELF HARM. PLEASE TAKE CARE WHEN LISTENING.** This week, Kat dives into the bizarre and baffling story of Kat Torres—a Brazilian beauty queen turned psychic medium who claimed to have dated Leonardo DiCaprio, spoken with angels, and lived multiple past lives. But where does the truth end and fiction begin? Tune in for a tale of modeling, manipulation, and mysticism. REFERENCES: The BBC DocumentaryDon't Cross Kat podcastSinis... | 1h 15m 14s | ||||||
| 4/21/25 | S. 7 Episode 25: The Murders of Brandon Rumbaug and Lisa Gurrieri | On October 18, 2003, Brandon Rumbaugh and Lisa Gurrieri were discovered tragically murdered in the back of a white F-150 truck near Bumble Bee, Arizona. The young couple, celebrating their first anniversary, had planned an overnight camping trip to stargaze, but were found shot multiple times. The case remains unsolved to this day. This episode explores the heartbreaking story of Lisa and Brandon, the theories and how to file a report if you have any information. Resources: https://the-... | 52m 57s | ||||||
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