Sirens

In this gripping episode, I sit down with journalist and author Tony Adame, the mind behind Chase the Devil: Murder and Obsession on Florida’s Gulf Coast and the award-winning podcast The Sheriff: Murder, Lies & Revenge in Okaloosa County.We dive into the real-life case that inspired his debut true crime book—a haunting story of manipulation, obsession, and murder set against the backdrop of coastal Florida. The story of Tonya Ethridge McKinley.Tony shares what it was like to research such an emotionally complex story, how living on the Gulf Coast gave him a unique perspective, and what it takes to turn a criminal case into a compelling long-form narrative.We also explore the psychological themes at play and how Tony’s background in journalism and podcasting shaped his voice as an author.Find Chase the Devil anywhere books are sold or at:Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-MillionFind Tony Adame's podcast, The Sheriff: Murder, Lies & Revenge in Okaloosa County, on all major podcast platforms.Listen on Apple Podcasts, or Spotify.Watch Tony on Cold Case Files (Intro with interview from Tony's sister, Renee) S2 E16: The Clock Strikes Murder. Find Cold Case Files on Hulu, A&E, or most streaming platforms.Advocacy. Investigation. Education. Storytelling.If you appreciate what I do, here are a few ways to support Sirens and help true crime stories reach more ears:Rate, review, and share my podcast!Find Raven's books at www.RavenRollins.com Follow Sirens on Social Media https://my.link.gallery/thesirenspodcast 🎬 Binge your next obsession on Paramount+ — Try it FREE with our link! https://paramountplus.qflm.net/c/3437665/2089315/3065 Mentioned in this episode:SOS Short AdGet Sins of the South at your favorite online retailer or library app today!

A quick conversation with experts on strangulation - how easy it is, the stats of domestic violence, and the long-lasting effects it can have. Strangulation Experts include: Deb Campbell, SANE Nurse; Carrie White, Esquire.Medical Experts include: Rick Rollins, Critical Care Paramedic; a quick PSA from Dr. Sarah Hull from YouTube. If you or someone you know is struggling with domestic violence, please seek help at:National Domestic Violence Hotline, 800-799-7233 or text "BEGIN" to 88788. Find the website here.Advocacy. Investigation. Education. Storytelling.If you appreciate what I do, here are a few ways to support Sirens and help true crime stories reach more ears:Rate, review, and share my podcast!Find Raven's books at www.RavenRollins.com Follow Sirens on Social Media https://my.link.gallery/thesirenspodcast 🎬 Binge your next obsession on Paramount+ — Try it FREE with our link! https://paramountplus.qflm.net/c/3437665/2089315/3065 Mentioned in this episode:SOS Short AdGet Sins of the South at your favorite online retailer or library app today!

Remastered: Raven and Holly take you back to 2002 Ada, Oklahoma to talk about the case of Rachel Woodall. Tyler "T.J." Mullins was arrested by Ada police after he led them to a body buried in rural Seminole County. The victim was his former girlfriend, Rachel Woodall, 21. Originally released 11/16/2019.*Domestic Violence*We also tell you about https://startbybelieving.org/.Find more about Rachel in Raven's book "Allegedly: True Crime From Pontotoc County, Oklahoma." https://linktr.ee/RavenRollinsAdvocacy. Investigation. Education. Storytelling.If you appreciate what I do, here are a few ways to support Sirens and help true crime stories reach more ears:Rate, review, and share my podcast!Find Raven's books at www.RavenRollins.com Follow Sirens on Social Media https://my.link.gallery/thesirenspodcast 🎬 Binge your next obsession on Paramount+ — Try it FREE with our link! https://paramountplus.qflm.net/c/3437665/2089315/3065 Mentioned in this episode:Get Allegedly Today!Find Allegedly at your favorite online retailer or library app today!

In the sultry haze of summer, when shadows stretch long and secrets simmer, we embark on a gripping journey into the heart of true crime. Our ensemble of remarkable true-crime podcasters has assembled—a collective of voices determined to unravel mysteries, chase justice, and ignite the cold embers of forgotten cases.True crime isn’t just about facts; it’s about resilience. Families, investigators, and ordinary citizens refuse to let darkness prevail. Their determination fuels our narrative—a beacon against the night.Picture crimes unfolding against a backdrop of scorching asphalt and sun-drenched streets. Tempers flare, alibis melt, and the mercury rises. These are the stories that sizzle—the ones that demand answers even when the air itself shimmers with tension.Ghostly echoes of the past linger in the shadows. We’ll breathe life into forgotten victims, reexamining evidence, chasing leads, and daring to ask questions long buried. Perhaps you’ll be the missing piece—the spark that reignites justice’s flame. Welcome to Hot Pursuit.In episode 1 you’ll hear from the following podcasts (in order); if you enjoy listening, please check out their podcasts by clicking their link below:Fresh HellThe Trail Went ColdSuffer the Little ChildrenMusic City 911 Already GoneSirens | A Southern True Crime Podcast or Www.thesirenspodcast.comEverything Scary Private DicksMentioned in this episode:SOS Short AdGet Sins of the South at your favorite online retailer or library app today!

We had a great conversation with Greg Overacker, the long-time family private investigator of the Brianna Maitland case, and now the author of the book about her case “The Hunt for Brianna Maitland: The Relentless Pursuit of Answers to One of Vermont’s Biggest Mysteries.” This guy never gives up! The Forward was written by Bruce Maitland, Brianna’s Father, who also founded and is the president of the nonprofit Private Investigations for the Missing, which seeks to, at no cost, fill the need for private investigation by providing families with qualified, expert investigators to work on their loved one's case. You can find them at https://investigationsforthemissing.org/ (https://investigationsforthemissing.org/). The Afterword was written by Lou Berry, a former Chief of Police and the Case Manager for PI for the Missing. Find this book only at the publisher's website: https://books.bloatedtoe.com/the-hunt-for-brianna-maitland/ (https://books.bloatedtoe.com/the-hunt-for-brianna-maitland/) or through Greg himself. 5-Star read by a 5-star man! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thesirenspodcast/support (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thesirenspodcast/support)

The second part of this collaboration will introduce you to several other amazing new true-crime podcasts that will quickly become your newest true-crime binges as we enter 2024 because, let’s face it, we know that’s exactly what you needed! With tons of episodes each, investigative curiosity, and a focus on advocacy, these podcasts will live up to the theme of our collaboration (“New Year, New Binge”) because you’ll soon find yourself falling in love with the podcasters included in these episodes. So, sit back, grab your detective caps, and let’s jump back in! Be sure to follow all of the podcasts you enjoyed so you never miss a new episode. Podcasts are listed below in the order in which you will be introduced to them: Twisted Travel and True Crime https://linktr.ee/twistedtraveltruecrimepodcast Excuse Me, That’s Illegal www.linktr.ee/excusemethatsillegal.pod A Nefarious Nightmare www.linktr.ee/anefariousnightmarepodcast The Trail Went Cold https://www.trailwentcold.com Coffee and Cases Podcast https://linktr.ee/coffeeandcases True Crime Creepers https://linktr.ee/TrueCrimeCreepers This collaboration was produced and hosted by Coffee & Cases Podcast / Fresh Hell Podcast aside from individual submissions of pre-produced podcast segments from each podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thesirenspodcast/support (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thesirenspodcast/support)

In our Season 4 finale, we dive into the case of Karol Summerville Butt with her daughter, Brooke Nicole. Brooke (@bnicole324 on TikTok and Instagram) made waves with her TikTok series about her mother entitled "How my dad killed my mom and got away with it." Here, we share Brooke's full-length, unabridged story about what she remembers of the horrific night her mother was found dead of an apparent suicide. But was it? Or was it something more sinister? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thesirenspodcast/support (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thesirenspodcast/support)