114 | Brenda Schaefer | Chili con Carnal

About this episode

The episode discusses the mysterious disappearance of Brenda Schaefer in 1988 and the investigation surrounding her ex-fiancé Mel Ignatow.

The three mustaches take a trip to Kentucky, and it's not for the fried chicken. In 1988, just outside of Louisville, 36-year-old Brenda Schaefer went missing after a dinner date with her soon-to-be ex-fiancé, Mel Ignatow. Following her disappearance, all eyes were on her abusive former lover, but Mel turned out to be a slippery fella to catch -- likely due to all lube he kept on hand. Their tragic story shows exactly what happens with a chilly girl collides with a chili guy. Stock up on Pepto-Bismol because this episode is spicy. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

People in this episode

Host: Jessie Wiseman

Topics covered

• disappearance
• true crime
• abuse
• murder
• Kentucky

Keywords

• Brenda Schaefer
• Mel Ignatow
• disappearance
• true crime
• Kentucky
• 1988
• abuse

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Kentucky, Louisville

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