We welcome our special guest tonight, Alan Burton. Alan Burton is an author from Sherman, TX that spent the last 20 years researching and writing about this case in his new book Fatal Exam – Solving Lubbock’s Greatest Murder Mystery. On December 4, 1967, the body of Sarah Alice Morgan was found on the 3rd floor of the Science building at Texas Tech University. A suspect remained at large for three months before being caught by a police sting operation to catch the killer. This is a MUST read with so many twists and turns.
Ebby Steppach – Little Rock
Thank you to the Female Mentor Podcast for having me as a guest and discussing the Ebby Steppach case. Ebby was 18-years old when she was senselessly taken from her family. Ebby is reported missing in October 2015, and in 2018, her body is found only 60 feet from where her car was parked. The medical examiner classified her death as a homicide. This case remains unsolved. What happened to Ebby Steppach?
Ebby, happy heavenly birthday. Your family and the community will never stop looking for the person that took you from this earth.
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Scott Peterson – the disappearance and murder of Laci Peterson
This week we discuss the disappearance and murder of Laci Peterson. Her husband, Scott Peterson, was convicted of killing Laci, and their unborn child, Conner. Laci was 8 months pregnant when she was reported missing on Christmas Eve, 2002. Her stepfather reported her missing after Scott Peterson called the family after 4 PM on Christmas Eve. Four months later, Laci and Conner’s bodies wash up on the shores of San Francisco Bay.
The LA Innocence Project has picked up Scott’s case and wants new evidence tested. He has always maintained his innocence. It will be interesting to see what comes out of these hearings, and what new evidence will be revealed.
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The life and trial of Candace Mossler – live recording at Horseshoe Bend Cellars
In this episode, we go back to the 1960’s and discuss the life and trial of Candace Mossler. Candace and her nephew, Mel Powers, were having an affair. Her husband, Jacques, is believed to have found out about the affair. A few months later, Jacques if found dead in his Miami luxury apartment. Police believed Mel and Candace were in this together, and that the couple murdered the millionaire so they could be together and take his fortune. But, what would a jury think?
Thank you to Gabriele Poenitzsch from Horseshoe Bend Cellars for coming on the show! She shares the wines, events, and the ins and outs of Horseshoe Bend Cellars. We can’t wait to go back!
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Welcome to the Jungle – The Curse of Clark, TX – J.R. Jordan Jr.
Tonight we discuss Welcome to the Jungle, The Curse of Clark, TX with author, J.R. Jordan Jr. and what unfolded in 1980-something. J.R. was a senior in high school in 1980-something and shares the joys, struggles, and scandals that plagued the students of Clark High School in San Antonio, TX. From a salacious affair between two students and one particular English teacher, to a griping trial that shook the community, to other fateful events that fell upon J.R.’s friends. A big thanks to J.R. for shining the light on the injustice that two families and an entire community endured that left more questions than answers.
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The Murder of Marisela Botella – The Lisa Dykes trial (with guest Maggie Prosser)
Marisela was a 23-year old girl visiting Dallas from Seattle. In October 2020, Marisela meets Charles Beltran on the streets of Deep Ellum. What Marisela didn’t know is that Charles was living with two women at this time. Charles takes Marisela back to his home, where she is murdered, her body dumped, and found 5 months later in Wilmer, TX. Lisa Dykes will be charged with Botella’s murder.
Maggie Prosser of the Dallas Morning News joins us in this episode. She will share what she witnessed in the courtroom, and key testimony in the case.
Thank you txwine.com for sharing these fabulous Sangiovese’s with us!
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Jodi Arias – The Murder of Travis Alexander
This week I am sharing the story of Jodi Arias. Jodi stabbed Travis Alexander, slit his throat, and then shot him in the head. The motive…jealousy. If she couldn’t have him, nobody could have him. This was a calculated, premeditated crime, and she used sex to get into the home that day, knowing she was going to kill him. I will discuss how they met, their short relationship, how he died, and the bizarre details on the trial.
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Betty Williams – Odessa, TX
Tonight we go back to 1961 and discuss the death of Betty Williams. Betty Williams was a high school senior living a life of turmoil. It was hard for Betty to be the wild and outgoing teenager she wanted to be with strict parents at home. She falls in love with a popular Odessa high football player, Mack Herring. After dating for a few months, he breaks it off with Betty. She is distraught about the break up, and this seems to put her over the edge. She tells friends, it’s time for her to see what Heaven is really like after we die. Mack Herring takes the life of Betty, but he will later produce proof that it was her wish to take her last breath.
Thank you Silver Spur Winery for sharing your wine with us! Your Rose was fabulous and paired wonderfully with Chris’s vegetarian dish he prepared for the show!
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Justice for Missy Bevers – True Crime Broads
Tonight we are joined by Crystal and Renae, hosts of True Crime Broads. These ladies have conducted boots on the ground research and advocacy for the unsolved murder of Missy Bevers. Missy was murdered inside the Creekside Church in Midlothian, TX in 2016. Her eery killer caught on video waiting and lurking inside of the church before Missy enters and is killed within minutes. Will this 8-year unsolved murder ever see justice?
Rick & Suzy Wamsley – Mansfield, TX
On December 11th 2003, Rick and Suzy Wamsley were viciously murdered in their upscale Mansfield, TX home. Suzy was a homemaker, and Rick was a hardworking CPA. The Wamsley’s had two children, Sarah and Andrew. The people living in Walnut Estates were terrified. Someone had come into the Wamsley home and murdered them in cold blood. The killer(s) were still out there. Who would do this to such a picture-perfect family?
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