Murder, Mother & Me

Laci Peterson, a 27-year-old pregnant woman from Modesto, California, vanished on December 24, 2002. Her husband, Scott Peterson, told police she was missing after he returned from a solo fishing trip. As the investigation unfolded, suspicion turned toward Scott, especially after news of his affair surfaced. In April 2003, the remains of Laci and her unborn son were discovered. Scott was arrested, found guilty of both murders in 2004, and sentenced to life in prison. The case attracted widespread media attention and remains highly publicized.

In 1947, Elizabeth Short, a 22-year-old aspiring actress was found mutilated and severed in Los Angeles. The media sensationalized the case, dubbing her "The Black Dahlia" and fueling rumors of Hollywood ties. Despite widespread attention and numerous suspects, the crime remains unsolved.

Amy Lynn Bradley was a 23-year-old American woman who disappeared on March 24, 1998, while on a Royal Caribbean cruise with her family in the Caribbean. She was last seen early in the morning on the balcony of their cabin. Despite extensive searches, no trace of her was found on the ship or in the surrounding waters, leading to speculation that she may have been abducted. Over the years, there have been reported sightings of Amy in potential human trafficking situations, but none have been confirmed. Her case remains unsolved, and her family continues to seek answers.

In 2009, 28-year-old Susan Cox Powell vanished from her Utah home, leaving behind her two young sons. As investigators dug deeper, they uncovered a history of control and dysfunction within the Powell family, including disturbing behaviors from Josh and his father, Steve Powell. Join us as we unravel the chilling details of the case that still haunts investigators and true crime enthusiasts to this day.

In 1931, Julia Wallace was found murdered in her Liverpool home after her husband, William, was lured away by a mysterious phone call. Suspicion fell on him, leading to a conviction that was later overturned due to lack of evidence. Despite numerous theories, the case remains one of England’s most baffling unsolved mysteries.

On December 26, 1996, six-year-old JonBenét Ramsey was found dead in the basement of her Boulder, Colorado home. A mysterious ransom note, signs of strangulation, and a severe head injury pointed to foul play. The case quickly spiraled into a media frenzy, with suspicion falling on her family and theories of an intruder. Police missteps and conflicting evidence left the murder unsolved, making it one of the most infamous cold cases in American historyFollow us on instagram @murdermotherandmepodcast

On June 27, 1995, Jodi Huisentruit, a beloved morning news anchor in Mason City, Iowa, vanished on her way to work. After missing her shift, police found troubling signs at her apartment: her car still parked, personal belongings scattered, and evidence of a struggle. Despite extensive investigations and theories about a stalker or someone close to her being involved, Jodi’s fate remains a mystery nearly 30 years later. What happened to Jodi Huisentruit? Join us as we unravel the details of this haunting case. Follow us on instagram @murdermotherandmepodcast