Invisible Choir

In 2023, 14-year-old Fortune Williams was a bright young star full of promise, with dreams of one day becoming a doctor. But in May of that year, a catastrophic joyride with another teen would bring those dreams to a tragic end… Special thanks to Keisha Francis for sharing her daughter Fortune’s story with us. Written by Jess Thomas, Edited & Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/joyride  Support Our Sponsors:  Bilt: Join the membership for where you live at https://joinbilt.com/choir  Quince: Refresh your everyday with luxury you'll actually use. Head to https://quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Aquatru: Go to aquatru.com now for 20% off your purifier and a 30-day best-tasting water guarantee using promo code CHOIR at checkout!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you know when that bump in the night is something warranting concern?  For Yoko Willette, she would discover that her fear regarding a loud banging noise in her home in the middle of the night was justified when she made a horrifying discovery inside her son’s room the next morning… Written by Trevor Pason, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/fallenstar  Support Our Sponsors:  Bilt: Join the membership for where you live at https://joinbilt.com/choir  Quince: Refresh your everyday with luxury you'll actually use. Head to https://quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Omaha Steaks: Get flavorful, high-quality proteins delivered by visiting OmahaSteaks.com, plus $35 off when you use promo code CHOIR at checkout.  Aquatru: Go to aquatru.com now for 20% off your purifier and a 30-day best-tasting water guarantee using promo code CHOIR at checkout!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In March 2023, Florida father Colby Vinson was finally reunited with his daughter after nearly a year apart. What should have been a simple, joyful evening ended in the driveway of his own home, when someone stepped from the shadows with a gun. Behind the ambush lay a chilling story of jealousy, obsession, and control that turned deadly…   Written by John Garland Wells, Edited & Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/protector   Support Our Sponsors:  Quince: Refresh your everyday with luxury you'll actually use. Head to https://quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Bilt: Join the membership for where you live at https://joinbilt.com/choir  Hero Bread: This year, hit your goals without giving up your favorite bready dishes. For a limited time get 10% off your order at hero.co and use code “choir” at checkout!  Omaha Steaks: Get flavorful, high-quality proteins delivered by visiting OmahaSteaks.com, plus $35 off when you use promo code CHOIR at checkout.  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Aquatru: Go to aquatru.com now for 20% off your purifier and a 30-day best-tasting water guarantee using promo code CHOIR at checkout!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was a night like any other for 21-year-olds Aaron Davis and Brandon Risner, who were out having some drinks and singing karaoke.  Unfortunately trouble came soon after when Aaron left Brandon’s home abruptly in the middle of the night.  The following day, police in Rome, GA would discover Aaron’s abandoned car, leading them to a sickening tale of murder and mutilation… Written by Trevor Pason, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/prophecy  Support Our Sponsors:  Little Spoon: Give them meals + snacks that are actually right for where kids are developmentally—balanced, intentional and made to support real growth. Go to littlespoon.com/CHOIR and enter code CHOIR for 30% off your first order.  Quince: Refresh your wardrobe at Quince with free shipping and 365-day returns at quince.com/choir  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Bilt: Join the loyalty program for renters and owners at joinbilt.com/CHOIR  Hero Bread: This year, hit your goals without giving up your favorite bready dishes. For a limited time get 10% off your order at hero.co and use code “choir” at checkout!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Omaha Steaks: Get flavorful, high-quality proteins delivered by visiting OmahaSteaks.com, plus $35 off when you use promo code CHOIR at checkout.  Gusto:  Try Gusto today at gusto.com/choir and get three months free when you run your first payroll!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It all started with a blood curdling scream.  When neighbors peered outside their homes, they saw a bloody male holding a cleaver over the body of a woman.  This attack was not only horrific, but it marked the start of one of the most complicated legal cases that Burlington, VT would face to date… Written by Trevor Pason, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/voicesdark     Support Our Sponsors:  Gusto:  Try Gusto today at gusto.com/choir and get three months free when you run your first payroll!  Quince: Refresh your wardrobe at Quince with free shipping and 365-day returns at quince.com/choir  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Bilt: Join the loyalty program for renters at joinbilt.com/CHOIR  Hero Bread: This year, hit your goals without giving up your favorite bready dishes. For a limited time get 10% off your order at hero.co and use code “choir” at checkout!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Tammie Cessna went missing in January of 2014, her family and friends put their hope in the hands of their local Moriarty, NM Police Department.  Tammie’s loved ones knew where she went before she vanished, and they knew who she talked to.  But as the grieving community would soon learn, the investigation was anything but simple, and sometimes justice moves slowly…  Written by Trevor Pason, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/slowjustice     Support Our Sponsors:  Bilt: Join the loyalty program for renters at joinbilt.com/CHOIR  Quince: Refresh your wardrobe at Quince with free shipping and 365-day returns at quince.com/choir  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Chime: Join the millions who are already banking fee free today by visiting chime.com/choir  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our younger years, it can be difficult to fully grasp the permanence of certain choices. That sense of distance from consequence can sometimes lead to decisions made without fully considering the risks. But the reality is that life is fragile, and even a single moment of impaired judgment can carry irreversible consequences… Written by Trevor Pason, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/innocence      Support Our Sponsors:  Bilt: Join the loyalty program for renters at joinbilt.com/CHOIR  Gusto:  Try Gusto today at gusto.com/choir and get three months free when you run your first payroll!  Quince: Refresh your wardrobe at Quince with free shipping and 365-day returns at quince.com/choir  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Chime: Join the millions who are already banking fee free today by visiting chime.com/choir  Little Spoon: Get 30% off your first online order at littlespoon.com/choir - use code CHOIR at checkout!  Hero Bread: This year, hit your goals without giving up your favorite bready dishes. For a limited time get 10% off your order at hero.co and use code “choir” at checkout!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kirby Carpenter was a wealthy Mississippi businessman and modern-day renaissance man. In 2022, he vanished without warning, leaving behind his girlfriend, Caitlin Spence, and their infant daughter. Two days later, a disturbing discovery behind their home would change everything… Written by Sam Foster, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. Special thanks to Kaysie Barnes and Wendy Page for their compassion, resilience and willingness to speak with us for this episode. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/waterfall    Support Our Sponsors:  Bilt: Join the loyalty program for renters at joinbilt.com/CHOIR  Quince: Refresh your wardrobe at Quince with free shipping and 365-day returns at quince.com/choir  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Hero Bread: This year, hit your goals without giving up your favorite bready dishes. For a limited time get 10% off your order at hero.co and use code “choir” at checkout!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Little Spoon: Get 30% off your first online order at littlespoon.com/choir - use code CHOIR at checkout!  Chime: Join the millions who are already banking fee free today by visiting chime.com/choir  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was a quiet autumn day at a residential leasing office in Anchorage Alaska, when the peace was shattered by the sound of gunshots. As emergency responders raced to the scene, they found one man lying dead, and a suspect that had seemingly vanished. Why had Josiah Goecker, a beloved family man, been ruthlessly gunned down while at work? And where was the person who killed him?  Written by Jess Thomas, Edited & Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/outinthecold  Support Our Sponsors:  Bilt: Join the loyalty program for renters at joinbilt.com/CHOIR  Quince: Refresh your wardrobe at Quince with free shipping and 365-day returns at quince.com/choir  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Hero Bread: This year, hit your goals without giving up your favorite bready dishes. For a limited time get 10% off your order at hero.co and use code “choir” at checkout!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Little Spoon: Get 30% off your first online order at littlespoon.com/choir - use code CHOIR at checkout!  Chime: Join the millions who are already banking fee free today by visiting chime.com/choir  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just after midnight on June 22nd, 2019, a disturbing 911 call was made by two children, who reported that they had just been stabbed in their home.  As police arrived on scene, they made two horrific discoveries.  One was the dead body of 62-year-old Diane Madison, grandmother of the attacked children.  The other was the fact that just six years earlier, police had been called to this same home for a completely different case…  Written by Trevor Pason, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/naturenurture    Support Our Sponsors:  Bilt: Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood BenefitsTM by going to joinbilt.com/choir  Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Rocket Money: Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  Hero Bread: This year, hit your goals without giving up your favorite bready dishes. For a limited time get 10% off your order at hero.co and use code “choir” at checkout!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Mint Mobile: This January, quit overspending on wireless with 50% off Unlimited premium wireless. Plans start at $15/month at mintmobile.com/choir  Chime: Join the millions who are already banking fee free today by visiting chime.com/choir  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a November night in Key West, FL in 2017, friends Paula and Roger were hanging out and partying in Paula’s makeshift home nicknamed “The Treehouse.” Without warning, they were suddenly accosted by two masked men, leading to a tragic killing. The subsequent police investigation quickly mutated into a convoluted conspiracy involving drugs, coercion, and corruption. The result: a lone defendant representing himself in court swearing that he had been falsely accused - a man Paula swore was not one of her attackers… Special thanks to Franklin Tyrone Tucker for his willingness to speak with us for this episode. Written by Sam Foster, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/treehouse    Support Our Sponsors:  Bilt: Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood BenefitsTM by going to joinbilt.com/choir  Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Rocket Money: Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  Hero Bread: This year, hit your goals without giving up your favorite bready dishes. For a limited time get 10% off your order at hero.co and use code “choir” at checkout!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rashod Newton had committed violent crimes before. He had even been violent with his girlfriend Alessia before. So when Rashod shot and killed Alessia Mesquita just feet from their year-old daughter, it took friends and family little time to piece together the tragedy… Written by Samantha Grove, Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/snapped  Support Our Sponsors:  Quince: Get your wardrobe sorted and your gift list handled with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Bilt: Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood BenefitsTM by going to joinbilt.com/choir  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Not every homicide case is a mystery.  There are times when the perpetrator is suspected from the very start, as was the case when 26-year-old Charlie Wyrick vanished on December 21st, 2015.  As investigators would soon discover, she had left behind a critical clue to solve her own murder… Written by Trevor Pason, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/premonition   Support Our Sources:  Quince: Give and get timeless holiday staples that last this season with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Bilt: Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood BenefitsTM by going to joinbilt.com/choir  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When the newly married Mark and Lori Phillips went out to celebrate their upcoming move to Bismarck in February of 2019, the night did not go according to plan. As they were out at a Wisconsin bar with some friends, Mark became angry at Lori and began shouting at her. The two left the bar and returned home. There the fight continued, prompting Lori to speed away in the couple’s new truck for fear that Mark might hurt her. She slept in an empty parking lot for the night, but when she returned expecting an apology from her husband, she found something far more grim…      Special thanks to Lori Gamoke for her bravery, transparency and willingness to speak with us for this episode, as well as Leslie Morgan Steiner for her insights about domestic violence. Written by Sam Foster, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/bloodsnow    Support Our Sponsors:  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Quince: Give and get timeless holiday staples that last this season with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Cornbread Hemp: Save 30% on your first order at cornbreadhemp.com/choir and use code “choir” at checkout!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a special off week re-release of Invisible Choir + Episode 229 to our free/regular audience.  In the early morning hours of January 6th, 2021, police were called to a home located in Kenosha, WI to investigate a possible sex crime.  The call was made by a concerned neighbor who awoke to three children knocking at their door, informing them that their older brother, 24-year-old Jesus Medrano, had attacked their parents.  When officers arrived at the Medrano family home, they found a crime scene that can only be described as a literal blood bath… Written by Trevor Pason, Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/premium-sources/p229   Support Our Sponsors: HungryRoot: Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/choir and use code “choir” to get 40% off your first delivery PLUS get a free item in every box for life!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On December 2nd, 2022, hunters in Riceboro, GA came across something horrific. A human torso.  One 911 call led to multiple agencies getting involved and the discovery of additional evidence.  Once the remains were identified months later, things only got more bizarre… Written by Trevor Pason, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/hewrote  Support Our Sponsors:  Cornbread Hemp: Save 30% on your first order at cornbreadhemp.com/choir and use code “choir” at checkout!  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Bilt: Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood BenefitsTM by going to joinbilt.com/choir. Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  SKIMS: Shop the best underwear for Men and Women at SKIMS.com and let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On October 13th, 2021, 33-year-old postal worker Jason Schaefer was following his usual route through a quiet Colorado neighborhood. Known to locals as a friendly and dependable presence, Jason’s day began like any other until tragedy struck…  Written by Samantha Grove, Edited & Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/returnsender   October Special: ⁠⁠Free 30-Day Trial of Invisible Choir +⁠⁠ on Apple Podcasts for Early/Ad-Free access and over 250+ bonus episodes! Support Our Sponsors:  Bilt: Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood BenefitsTM by going to joinbilt.com/choir. Quince: Keep it classic and cool this fall with long-lasting staples from Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Mint Mobile: Ready to say yes to saying no? Make the switch to premium wireless at just $15 per month at mintmobile.com/choir  Cornbread Hemp: Save 30% on your first order at cornbreadhemp.com/choir and use code “choir” at checkout!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Las Vegas residents Roy Jaggers and Heather Pate were not only neighbors, they were friends. Because of their close proximity, Heather would sometimes ask Roy to babysit her two children while she went out on the town. However, one evening in the late summer of 2021 would not only fracture the trust between the two neighbors but would ultimately lead to a long night of unimaginable suffering in the desert and one of Nevada’s most gruesome recent crimes…   Written by John Garland Wells, Edited & Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/premium-sources/p250   October Special: ⁠⁠Free 30-Day Trial of Invisible Choir +⁠⁠ on Apple Podcasts for Early/Ad-Free access and over 250+ bonus episodes! Support Our Sponsors:  HeadSpace: Feel good and mean it when you say it! Unlock all of HeadSpace FREE for 60 days by visiting www.headspace.com/invisiblechoir Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From Jonestown to Heaven’s Gate, to the Octopus Murders and the Waco Siege, the world is full of deception, manipulation, and destruction. Listen to Conspiracy Theories, Cults, and Crimes every Wednesday as we explore the real people at the center of the world’s most shocking secrets and nefarious organizations. Conspiracy Theories, Cults, and Crimes is a Crime House original powered by PAVE Studios. Follow the show now so you don’t miss a single story. Listen Now: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conspiracy-theories-cults-crimes/id1828469754 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When 27-year-old Jamie Haggard went missing in 2016, it seemed like an open and shut case. But what started as a missing persons investigation quickly turned in something much darker, leading detectives to uncover a long and disturbing history of abuse… Written by Christian Gonzalez , Edited & Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/creep    October Special: ⁠⁠Free 30-Day Trial of Invisible Choir +⁠⁠ on Apple Podcasts for Early/Ad-Free access and over 250+ bonus episodes! Support Our Sponsors:  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Bilt: Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood BenefitsTM by going to joinbilt.com/choir. Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  SKIMS: Shop the best underwear for Men and Women at SKIMS.com and let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18-year-old Kolton Shearer was a recent high school graduate with big dreams for his future. In July of  2016, he had just returned home from college to Clay County, Florida, and was looking forward to spending time with friends. But a fun evening out suddenly turned into a nightmare, when a shocking attack left one person dead and another gravely wounded. As police interviewed witnesses, they zeroed in on a young woman who presented herself as an innocent bystander. But was she?  Written by Jessamyn Ansary, Edited & Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/baddream    October Special: ⁠Free 30-Day Trial of Invisible Choir +⁠ on Apple Podcasts for Early/Ad-Free access and over 250+ bonus episodes! Support Our Sponsors:  Quince: Keep it classic and cool this fall with long-lasting staples from Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Mint Mobile: Ready to say yes to saying no? Make the switch to premium wireless at just $15 per month at mintmobile.com/choir  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Cornbread Hemp: Save 30% on your first order at cornbreadhemp.com/choir and use code “choir” at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the morning of October 3rd, 2021, investigators combing through the charred remains of a Colorado home uncovered the burned body of a man. But it wasn’t the fire that killed him. He had been stabbed in the neck multiple times, murdered before the flames were ever set. When two suspects were taken into custody, their conflicting stories and contradicting details only deepened the mystery of what really happened that night… Written by Sam Foster, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/shesaid    Support Our Sponsors:  HungryRoot: Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/choir and use code “choir” to get 40% off your first delivery PLUS get a free item in every box for life!  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Bilt: Earn points on rent and around your neighborhood by going to joinbilt.com/choir GreenLight: Don’t wait to teach your kids real-world money skills! Start your risk-free GreenLight trial at greenlight.com/choir to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a rainy night in Davenport, Iowa, a routine car crash investigation takes a chilling turn when the injured driver begins making disturbing claims… ones that involve a baseball bat. Written by John Garland Wells, Edited & Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/spiral  Support Our Sponsors:  GreenLight: Don’t wait to teach your kids real-world money skills! Start your risk-free GreenLight trial at greenlight.com/choir to get started.  Mint Mobile: Unlock your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just $15 per month at mintmobile.com/choir  Cornbread Hemp: Save 30% on your first order at cornbreadhemp.com/choir and use code “choir” at checkout!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Extreme acts of violence rarely happen without warning. There’s often a long, troubling pattern leading up to them. When intervention fails, the consequences can be devastating. Such was the case for 25-year-old Joel Arciniega-Saenz, whose story leaves us asking what might have happened if someone had only acted sooner… Written by Trevor Pason, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/headgames    Support Our Sponsors:  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  HungryRoot: Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/choir to get 40% off your first delivery PLUS get a free item in every box for life!  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In October 2021, Tim Ivy and his girlfriend met a woman online to explore a consensual intimate encounter. But what began as flirtation quickly unraveled into a 24-hour nightmare. By the end, two people were dead, one was hospitalized, and the sole survivor had a chilling story to tell… We would like to extend a special thanks to Jordan Ivy for sharing her story. Written by Jessamyn Ansary, Edited & Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/casualencounter  Support Our Sponsors:  GreenLight: Don’t wait to teach your kids real-world money skills! Start your risk-free GreenLight trial at greenlight.com/choir to get started.  Bilt: Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood BenefitsTM by going to joinbilt.com/choir. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maine’s reputation for peace was shattered when a woman discovered a gruesome crime scene just minutes before a random interstate shooting nearby. At the center of both was Joseph Eaton, a recently released convict who turned on the only people left in his corner… We would like to extend a special thanks to Lisa Shea for sharing her story. Written by Samantha Grove, Edited & Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/forgiveforget  Support Our Sponsors:  Bilt: Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood Benefits TM by going to joinbilt.com/choir  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Late in the evening on September 3rd, 2022, 41-year-old Mark Bent was sitting in his truck, drinking a homemade concoction of hard liquor and an energy drink, contemplating a big decision.  Over the last year, Mark had found himself as the center of some drama in his new home state of Idaho.  What started as a rumor escalated into harassment, which in turn made Mark’s life a living hell.  It was only after Mark conveniently found himself outside the home of 23-year-old Nikolas Bird, the very man he held responsible for starting the rumors, that he decided to take matters into his own hands… Written by Trevor Pason, edited and engineered by Scott Ecklein, and executive produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/castaway  Support Our Sponsors:  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  GreenLight: Don’t wait to teach your kids real-world money skills! Start your risk-free GreenLight trial at greenlight.com/choir to get started.  Bilt: Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood BenefitsTM by going to joinbilt.com/choir.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On April 19, 2020, 19-year-old David Miner IV of Frederick, Maryland, just wanted to take some acid, play video games and celebrate the psychedelic holiday known as Bicycle Day. He never expected it would end with a family member dead in the living room.  A special thanks to David Miner and Jordan Ledbetter, who shared their stories, and Dr. Craig Heacock, who offered his professional insight.  Written by Gus Burns, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/bicycleday  Support Our Sponsors:  HungryRoot: Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/choir and use code “CHOIR” to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meeting the family is always nerve-wracking—but when 59-year-old Vickie Edge’s relatives met her new fiancée, it wasn’t over dinner. It was on his front lawn, as he was being arrested for her murder... Written by Trevor Pason, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/finaldestination  Support Our Sponsors:  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Green Chef: Go to greenchef.com/50invisible and use code “50INVISIBLE” to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with FREE shipping!   Bilt: Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood Benefits by going to joinbilt.com/choir. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Payment Solutions CEO Geoffrey Biddle was found murdered in his own home, those who knew him were shocked. He had meaningful relationships with his friends, family,  and employees, with no known enemies. He was the kind of man who was happy to lend a hand to a neighbor in need. But as investigators dug deeper, they uncovered a trail of fraud, deception, and premeditation leading them straight to jaded ex-employee, Billy Phillips. Stolen checks, suspicious internet searches and a mountain of evidence painted a dark picture of a murderous crime driven by pure greed. Written by Samantha Grove, Edited & Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/ceo   Support Our Sponsors:  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  HungryRoot: Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/choir to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life!  DraftKings Casino: Spring is in full bloom on Draftkings Casino! Download the app and sign up with code “CHOIR” and play just $5 on anything and get 350 casino spins instantly on a featured game slot!  Visit Invisible Choir on the web:  Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/InvisibleChoir  Website:  https://www.invisiblechoir.com/  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/InvisibleChoirPodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/invisiblechoir/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/InvisibleChoir Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While hunting wild turkey in a remote National Forest in Virginia, a man stumbled upon a human corpse. The victim was 52-year-old Michael Kent Jamerson—but the true terror began only after his killer and supposed friend, Robert Gleason, was caught. Because for the state of Virginia, this murder was just the beginning of a far more disturbing plot… Written by Trevor Pason, edited and engineered by Scott Ecklein, and executive produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/bostonbobby  Support Our Sponsors:  DraftKings Casino: Download the app and sign up with code “CHOIR” and play $5 on anything and get 350 casino spins INSTANTLY on a featured slot game!  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Spot & Tango: Go to https://www.spotandtango.com/choir and use code “CHOIR” for 50% off your first order!  Green Chef: Go to greenchef.com/50invisible and use code “50INVISIBLE” to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with FREE shipping!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On February 6th, 2019, Michael Cochran was found unresponsive on the kitchen floor of his West Virginia home. Rather than calling 911, his wife Natalie spent the day inviting friends and family over to assess his condition. Michael appeared to be sleeping—he was even snoring. But no matter how much they shook him and called out his name, he wouldn’t wake up… Written by Sam Foster, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/americanscheme    Support Our Sponsors:  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Quince: Shop Mother’s Day at Quince! Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  DraftKings Casino: The Great Rewards hunt is on! Sign up with code “CHOIR” and start playing to get up to $1000.00 in casino credits back with a minimum $5 net loss.  Spot & Tango: Go to https://www.spotandtango.com/choir for 50% off your first order!  Green Chef: Go to greenchef.com/invisiblefree and use code “50INVISIBLE” to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most of us trust that our legal system will deliver the right judgments and hold those who commit heinous crimes accountable. That trust extends to the support we expect to follow — the assumption that resources will be available after an unexpected tragedy. But the unfortunate truth is that not everyone is afforded these privileges, making the path to recovery and closure all the more complicated for survivors of violent crime who are left to pick up the pieces on their own. For the family of 70-year-old David Flaget, that journey was filled with obstacles. They were ultimately forced to take matters into their own hands in seeking justice after their beloved grandfather was murdered in a situation that was entirely preventable.Special thanks to Brittney and Tamber for taking the time to talk with us and tell us about their  Grandpa Dave. Written by Trevor Pason, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/dammitdave Support Our Sponsors:  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  HungryRoot: Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/choir to get 40% off your first delivery PLUS get a free item in every box for life!  DraftKings Casino: The Great Rewards hunt is on! Sign up with code “CHOIR” and start playing to get up to $1000.00 in casino credits back with a minimum $5 net loss.  Green Chef: Go to greenchef.com/invisiblefree and use code “invisiblefree” to get started with FREE salads for two months plus 50% off your first box!  Spot & Tango: Go to https://www.spotandtango.com/choir for 50% off your first order!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a frigid January morning in 2021, Tina Goad—a devoted Ohio mother of three—never arrives at her sister’s house to pick up her son for school. Concerned, her family wastes no time reporting her missing. As detectives begin their search, they uncover a chilling connection between Tina’s disappearance and a call from a distraught father whose son has just confessed to an unimaginable crime... Written by John Garland Wells, Edited & Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/buddysystem Support Our Sponsors:  Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Spot & Tango: Go to https://www.spotandtango.com/choir for 50% off your first order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When 16-year-old Susana Morales disappeared during a short walk home in Norcross, Georgia, her loved ones traced her last known location, but she was nowhere to be found. Months later, human remains discovered miles away would reveal the tragic truth. As investigators unraveled the case, they uncovered a shocking suspect… Written by Gus Burns, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/bump Support Our Sponsors:  HungryRoot: Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/choir to get 40% off your first delivery PLUS get a free item in every box for life!  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Hers: Visit ForHers.com/choir for your personalized weight loss treatment options!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a frigid Iowa morning in January of 2024, a woman arrived at her best friend’s home to pick her up for a coffee date. Almost immediately, there were signs that something was terribly wrong. Trusting her instincts, she entered the residence—only to be met with one of the most grisly and horrific scenes imaginable. The ensuing investigation proved to be a twisting road of violence, religion, and bizarre tangents—all leading back to the person who was supposed to be the victim’s most trusted caretaker…Thank you to Valerie Durr for sharing her perspective and insights into her friendship with Jennifer Dazey. Written by John Garland Wells, Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/betrayed Support Our Sponsors:  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  Hers: Visit ForHers.com/choir for your personalized weight loss treatment options!  Green Chef: Go to greenchef.com/invisiblefree and use code “invisiblefree” to get started with FREE salads for two months plus 50% off your first box!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2016, police in Columbus, Ohio, were dispatched to a homeless encampment known as a "tent city" near the Scioto River. Upon arrival, they discovered a gruesome crime scene—the brutal murder of a camp resident, Cathleen Howatt. Her death set off a complex and tragic investigation, drawing in law enforcement, as well as Cathleen’s loved ones, into a web of conflicting accounts, substance abuse, and the harsh realities of life on the streets of Columbus. As authorities closed in on Cathleen’s killer, tensions escalated, leading to a dramatic and intense confrontation between detective and suspect.  Thank you to Peyton Williams and Jeanette Bradley for speaking with us. Written by John Garland Wells, Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/tentcity Support Our Sponsors:  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  HungryRoot: Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/choir and use code CHOIR to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choir for life!  Hers: Visit ForHers.com/choir for your personalized weight loss treatment options!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In March 2017, a 25-year-old man in Dubuque, Iowa placed a frantic phone call to 911. He claimed his girlfriend had just died in front of him - by stabbing herself in the stomach. The next day, he was arrested and charged with her murder. But was her death a suicide or a homicide? The question would divide a community, send shockwaves through the courts, and pit two families against each other. Written and produced by Jessamyn Ansary, Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/nopeace   Support Our Sponsors:  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Green Chef: Go to greenchef.com/invisiblefree and use code “invisiblefree” to get started with FREE salads for two months plus 50% off your first box!  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On October 23rd, 2022, 21-year-old Jared Dicus and 21-year-old Anggy Diaz posted a photo on Facebook that surprised their friends and family alike. It was a picture of Jared holding Anggy in his arms as they shared a kiss, celebrating the fact that they had just gotten married. This announcement came as a shock to their friends and family for a couple of reasons: first, no one was invited, and second, they had met less than a year ago. However, setting aside judgment, it appeared that the two truly loved each other, and perhaps this was just another story of love at first sight. Yet, despite how good things seemed, something dark was brewing beneath the surface, only to be revealed after a disturbing 911 call was made just a few months later.Written by Trevor Pason, edited and engineered by Scott Ecklein, and executive produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/unseen Support Our Sponsors:  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Hers: Visit ForHers.com/choir for your personalized weight loss treatment options!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a wealthy businessman and his live-in friend were discovered dead in an upscale Arkansas neighborhood in 2002, the execution-style murders sent ripples across the country. Shortly after, a woman goes missing from her job in Salt Lake City, Utah. What connects these two horrific events is a single man and a lifetime of growing delusions, culminating in a shocking nine-year ordeal of violence and delayed justice.Written by John Garland Wells, edited and engineered by Scott Ecklein, and executive produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/hgwt Support Our Sponsors:  Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  HungryRoot: Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/choir and use code CHOIR to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choir for life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the afternoon of March 19th, 2018, residents in Lake Wales, Florida were going about their usual day-to-day business. Adults were just getting off work, kids were returning home from school, and others were finishing up their errands. But, around 3 PM, that all changed when waves of police and paramedics made their way to a neighborhood on the south side of town, surrounding a small field near Caloosa Blvd and Lake Blvd. As public interest grew and residents watched on, they learned that just beyond that field, in a small but dense area of trees, lay the dead body of 15-year-old Giovanni Diaz. As for the suspect, 16-year-old Dillen Murray, he was already in custody, claiming that he had beaten the boy to death in self-defense. It just so happened that the community themselves had far more information than investigators initially realized, helping to piece together the puzzle of how a hang out between friends turned deadly.***We originally covered this case in an abbreviated “Felony Friday” mini-episode back in 2020. This is a follow-up full length rewrite now that the perpetrator has been sentenced and all investigative reports have been made publicly available.***Written by Trevor Pason, edited and engineered by Scott Ecklein, and executive produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/secretproject Support Our Sponsors:  Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  StoryWorth: Go to https://www.storyworth.com/invisible to save $10 on your first purchase! Bilt Rewards: Earn points by paying rent right now when you go to JoinBilt.com/choir!  Masterclass: Visit Masterclass.com/choir to receive up to 50% off a Masterclass membership, where you can learn from over 200+ of the world’s best!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Cloud 9 nightclub in Ocala, FL was a hotspot for young people seeking an unforgettable nightlife experience. The venue had become notable in the community for its raucous crowd and the constant illegal activities that occurred within. When 19-year-old college athlete Benetria Robinson returned home from college to Ocala to celebrate her aunt’s birthday at Cloud 9, neither she nor anyone else in attendance could have anticipated the dark turn the night would take when an argument started up in the middle of the club… Written by John Garland Wells, edited and engineered by Scott Ecklein, and executive produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/strengthnumbers  Support Our Sponsors:  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  Bilt Rewards: Earn points by paying rent right now when you go to JoinBilt.com/choir!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the spring of 2022, Ashley Bocanegra found herself in an exciting new romantic relationship with Daniel Gonzalez… despite knowing it was a mistake. She was already in a committed long-term relationship and raising a young son. Daniel, too, was involved with someone else. But what Ashley never expected was how quickly things would spiral out of control when Daniel's fiancée discovered the affair…Written by Sam Foster, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. “Surprise Attack - Intro” written, composed and performed by Scott Ecklein. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/surpriseattack   Support Our Sponsors:  Bilt Rewards: Earn points by paying rent right now when you go to JoinBilt.com/choir!  Ro Body: Sign up today at Ro.Co/Invisible and you’ll pay just $99 for your first month! Medication costs are separate. Masterclass: Visit Masterclass.com/choir to receive up to 50% off a Masterclass membership, where you can learn from over 200+ of the world’s best!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Have you ever seen a dead body?" It was a haunting question that marked the beginning of a gruesome discovery inside the Smylie family home in Brandon, MS, in March of 2024. A beloved high school teacher was found shot dead, and her husband narrowly escaped with his own life. Amid the chaos that followed, Heath Smylie recognized the killer—but if not for the footage captured on a home security camera in the family’s kitchen, no one might have believed him…Written by Sam Foster, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. All original music written, composed and performed by Scott Ecklein. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/perfectstorm Support Our Sponsors:  StoryWorth: Go to https://www.storyworth.com/invisible to save $10 on your first purchase! Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Bilt Rewards: Earn points by paying rent right now when you go to JoinBilt.com/choir!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shortly after 5 a.m. on Sept. 10, 2012, three masked men wielding guns broke into a suburban home in Ocoee, Florida. The intruders dragged roommates Alex Zaldivar, 19, Brienna Campos, 20, and her brother Remington Campos, 23, from their beds and lay them face down on the living room floor. Minutes later, bullets were fired into each of the heads. The men fled. When the ringing in their ears subsided, Remington and Brienna Campos realized they had miraculously survived, but their friend did not. Alex Zaldivar lay motionless in a widening pool of his own blood. Who were these men and why were they trying to kill everyone inside? It would later be revealed one of the intruders had been in this house, uninvited, once before. He was facing serious prison time and saw only one solution: he had to kill the witnesses. A special thanks to Rafael Zaldivar, who shared photos, videos and personal stories about his son, as well as retired Orlando Police Detective Michael Moreschi, who investigated the murder and provided an interview and information for this episode.Written by Gus Burns, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list: View full episode source list: https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/witness   Support Our Sponsors:  Ro Body: Sign up today at Ro.Co/Invisible and you’ll pay just $99 for your first month. Medication costs are separate. Naväge: Go to navage.com/choir to order your Naväge with 30 Original SaltPods and get a FREE cleaning kit as a gift! Use promo code “CHOIR” at checkout.   Mint Mobile: Cut your wireless bill to just $15 per month by going to mintmobile.com/choir!  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  June’s Journey: Discover June’s Journey, a hidden-object mystery game with a captivating detective story taking you back to the glamour of the 1920’s! Available on Apple IOS and Android

On Monday, June 24th, 2019, 33-year-old Kaylynn Blue failed to show up for her shift at a Walgreens in Idaho Falls, raising concern among her coworkers. Kaylynn had already missed two days—which was highly unusual for her. Worried, they reached out to her family, who soon involved the authorities. By 9 a.m., police arrived at Kaylynn’s residence to conduct a welfare check. There, they encountered her boyfriend, Philip Schwab, also 33. What they discovered was chilling: Philip was not only responsible for Kaylynn’s death, but had left behind a disturbing trail of online confessions detailing his crimes.Written by Trevor Pason, edited and engineered by Scott Ecklein, and executive produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/beneathsoil  Support Our Sponsors:  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible   June’s Journey: Discover June’s Journey, a hidden-object mystery game with a captivating detective story taking you back to the glamour of the 1920’s! Available on Apple IOS and Android.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're all drawn to the same things for different reasons. Nineteen-year-old “Serge” craved the freedom and exploration that travel offered. In 2008, he jumped at the chance to join a friend on an illegal train-hopping adventure to Florida. From that moment on, he was hooked. But his carefree nomadic lifestyle soon led him to cross paths with a coarse train hopping veteran known only as,  "Dirty Mike." Serge and his adventurous friends quickly discovered that Dirty Mike was on a journey of his own—one fueled by much darker and disturbing motives… Special thanks to Serge Z. for taking the time to talk to us and share his story about his experiences traveling the country.  Written by Trevor Pason, edited and engineered by Scott Ecklein, and executive produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/bellybeast    Support Our Sponsors:  Naväge: Go to navage.com/choir to order your Naväge with 30 Original SaltPods and get a FREE cleaning kit as a gift! Use promo code “CHOIR” at checkout.   Mint Mobile: Cut your wireless bill to just $15 per month by going to  mintmobile.com/choir!  Ro Body: Sign up today at Ro.Co/Invisible and you’ll pay just $99 for your first month!  Medication costs are separate. HelloFresh: For free breakfast for life go to HelloFresh.com/freechoir! One free breakfast item per box while subscription is active. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On December 7th, 2016, 22-year-old Jessica Seger had plans to visit her sister, 25-year-old Amanda Suarez, at her home in Okeechobee, Florida. When Jessica arrived at the home, she noticed something strange: the door was open. And what lay inside proved to be horrific, as her sister's body was set on the floor, posed and covered in blood. Along with the body was Amanda’s hysterical 2-year-old child. Jessica grabbed her nephew and ran up the block to call the police. In the ensuing investigation and interviews with family and friends, investigators compiled a small list of potential suspects. But it was only after the discovery of a single piece of evidence left behind by Amanda herself, that detectives were able to narrow it down to one prime suspect. What followed was a tale of extreme depravity of the worst kind…  Written by Trevor Pason, edited and engineered by Scott Ecklein, and executive produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/fog  Support Our Sponsors:  HungryRoot: Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/choir to get 40% off your first delivery and free veggies!  WildGrain: Go to https://wildgrain.com/choir or use code “CHOIR” at checkout to get $30 off the first box, PLUS free Croissants in every box!   Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the early hours of July 23rd, 2013, Amy Lord was heading out of her apartment for a morning gym session with a friend. At the same time, just a few blocks away, a woman had been brutally attacked, and the assailant was now prowling the streets in search of his next target. When he spotted Amy, the events that followed would send shockwaves through South Boston… Special thanks to Kayleigh Ballantyne for her courage, insight, and willingness to speak with us for this episode. Written by Sam Foster, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/guardian    Support Our Sponsors:  Blueland: Get 15% off your first Blueland order by going to https://www.blueland.com/choir  HungryRoot: Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/choir to get 40% off your first delivery and free veggies!  Naväge: Go to navage.com/choir to order your Naväge with 30 Original SaltPods and get a FREE cleaning kit as a gift! Use promo code “CHOIR” at checkout.   Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Ro Body: Sign up today at Ro.Co/Invisible and you’ll pay just $99 for your first month - and $145 a month after that. Medication costs are separate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On October 25th, 2018, staff at the California Men’s Colony Prison in San Luis Obispo noticed their beloved co-worker 64-year-old Athena Valentiny had not arrived at work. This absence prompted a wellness check, as was their standard procedure. But it was when two security guards tasked with checking up on Athena noticed her car was still parked in front of her home that they began to worry. To make matters worse, they noticed what appeared to be blood on her window shades. With Athena’s well being put into question, Grover Beach Police were dispatched and, to their horror, they found Athena viciously stabbed to death in her bedroom. As for who was responsible, there was a laundry list of potential suspects. But after some digging, investigators narrowed it down to one person, and with this discovery was a story, and a road trip, almost too far-fetched to be real.  Written by Trevor Pason , Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/roadtrip   Support Our Sponsors:  WildGrain: Go to https://wildgrain.com/choir or use code “CHOIR” at checkout to get $30 off the first box, PLUS free Croissants in every box!   Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible   Blueland: Get 15% off your first Blueland order by going to https://www.blueland.com/choir  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices