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50 States 50 Murders

AJ Rutledge, Sarah Smyth, Dakota Sayre

48 episodes

2 months ago

This week, 50 States, 50 Murders explores the haunting underbelly of Arkansas.We revisit the Christmas massacre committed by Ronald Gene Simmons, the twisted legacy of cult leader Tony Alamo, and a rare case where brain fingerprinting helped convict James B. Grinder.Then we take a chilling deep dive into the 2014 murder of Beverly Carter—a real estate agent targeted while simply doing her job. This case gets personal for Sarah, a Realtor herself, and reminds us that not every horror happens i...

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This week, 50 States, 50 Murders explores the haunting underbelly of Arkansas.We revisit the Christmas massacre committed by Ronald Gene Simmons, the twisted legacy of cult leader Tony Alamo, and a rare case where brain fingerprinting helped convict James B. Grinder.Then we take a chilling deep dive into the 2014 murder of Beverly Carter—a real estate agent targeted while simply doing her job. This case gets personal for Sarah, a Realtor herself, and reminds us that not every horror happens i...

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50 States 50 Murders

E38 - Arkansas : "Open House, Closed Case" (The Case of Beverly Carter)

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! This week, 50 States, 50 Murders explores the haunting underbelly of Arkansas.We revisit the Christmas massacre committed by Ronald Gene Simmons, the twisted legacy of cult leader Tony Alamo, and a rare case where brain fingerprinting helped convict James B. Grinder.Then we take a chilling deep dive into the 2014 murder of Beverly Carter—a real estate agent targeted while simply doing her job. This case gets personal fo...

3 months ago

46 minutes

50 States 50 Murders

E37 - Vermont : "The Axe That Echoed: Vermont’s Forgotten Massacre" (The Case of Sheldon Miller)

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! This week, 50 States, 50 Murders ventures into the misty woods and hidden towns of Vermont— Where the shadows stretch longer, and the silence sometimes means more than it should.We cover betrayal, violence, and heartbreak through the murders of Melissa Jenkins, the Essex School Shooting, and the twisted crimes of Donald Fell. Then we travel back nearly a century to a night in 1924—when a farmer named Sheldon Mill...

3 months ago

42 minutes

50 States 50 Murders

"Killer Couples: Love, Loyalty, and Murder" *Mini-Sode*

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! What happens when a relationship turns deadly? In this special mini-sode of 50 States, 50 Murders, AJ is joined by his wife Alexis to explore the dark world of killer couples — real-life lovers who didn’t just fall for each other… they fell into murder. From elderly con artists to sadistic newlyweds, we cover six chilling cases where romance and bloodshed went hand-in-hand. Some are infamous. Others? Hidden horror...

3 months ago

27 minutes

50 States 50 Murders

E36 - Maine : "Vanished In The Night" ( The Case of Amy St. Laurent )

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! A night out. A vanishing act. And a search that would tear through Maine’s woods, beaches, and fears. This week, 50 States, 50 Murders heads to the Pine Tree State, where charm and terror collide and where justice was hard-earned but never forgotten. 🎙️ Amy St. Laurent: Gone without a trace... until the truth finally surfaced. 🎧 Listen now. #TrueCrimePodcast #50States50Murders #MaineCrime ...

3 months ago

1 hour

50 States 50 Murders

"Visions & Verdicts: When Psychics Enter the Crime Scene" *Mini-Sode*

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! In this eerie mini-sode, AJ flies solo to explore some of the most chilling cases where psychics were brought in to solve real-life murders. From uncanny visions that led police to buried bodies, to courtroom testimony from a medium that changed a case’s trajectory. This one’s got cold cases, confessions, and a teaser for next week’s full episode on Amy St. Laurent. Murder meets the Super Natural in ways you won’t belie...

4 months ago

13 minutes

50 States 50 Murders

E35 - Utah : "Revelations and Bloodshed" (The Lafferty Brothers' Deadly Mission)

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! When two brothers claimed to receive a message from God commanding them to kill, Utah’s peaceful image shattered overnight. This week, 50 States, 50 Murders dives into the chilling story of the Lafferty brothers—their descent into religious extremism, the horrifying murders that followed, and the legacy they left behind. Plus: a forger who turned to bombs, a secret serial killer hiding in the suburbs, and a robbe...

4 months ago

45 minutes

50 States 50 Murders

"Death On Vacation" *Mini Sode*

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! This week I am returning with another Mini Sode, titled " Death On Vacation" We learn that while we yearn for time away, Murder however..... Well murder does not take days off. We quickly cover four different cases all involving those who were taking a trip with a much longer time frame than expected. As always thanks for checking us out! Be sure to tune in next week as we pick back up on our regularly...

4 months ago

10 minutes

50 States 50 Murders

E34 - North Carolina : "The Trial, The Twists, and The Final Truth" (The Case of Michael Peterson) *Part 2*

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! The courtroom battle of Michael Peterson unfolds—and the deeper it goes, the stranger the story becomes. Secret lives. A missing weapon. And a theory so bizarre it sounds impossible. In Part 2 of our North Carolina deep dive, 50 States, 50 Murders untangles the evidence, the scandals, and the final twists that left a family—and a country—asking the same question: What really happened on that staircase...

5 months ago

34 minutes

50 States 50 Murders

E33 - North Carolina : "A Death, A Staircase, and A Thousand Questions" (The Case of Michael Peterson)

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! When Kathleen Peterson is found dead at the bottom of her staircase in Durham, North Carolina, her husband Michael claims it was just a tragic fall. But the blood, the secrets, and the hidden cracks in their "perfect" life tell a very different story. This week, 50 States, 50 Murders begins a deep dive into the case that blurred the lines between accident, murder, and something even stranger. What rea...

5 months ago

46 minutes

50 States 50 Murders

Murder or Myth?!? *Mini-Sode*

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! This week we are returning with another Mini-sode style episode we are calling... "Murder or Myth" We have six small tales that simply too odd to be real... right?!?! Throw on your most comfortable PJs and join me around the bonfire and decide for yourself ... Murder or Myth?!

5 months ago

18 minutes

50 States 50 Murders

"Meals To Die For" *Mini-Sode*

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! While Sarah's away on travel, AJ serves up a quick and curious Mini Sode exploring one of the darkest traditions on death row.... The Last Meal. From a single olive, to an untouched feast. We break down some of the strangest, most symbolic, as well as controversial final meal requests in US History.

5 months ago

15 minutes

50 States 50 Murders

E32 - Arizona : "Dry Heat & Some Good Ole Fashion Street Justice" (The Case of Pat and Marylin Redmond)

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! A printing mogul… executed in his own home. His wife — shot and left for dead. His mother-in-law — killed without mercy. A business dispute? Or something darker? Behind it all? Mob ties. Greed. And professional hitmen flown in from out of state. And when the dust settled, the final twist came years later… In a parking lot far from Arizona. This week — we’re heading t...

6 months ago

41 minutes

50 States 50 Murders

E31 - Oklahoma : "Room 102: A Murder, A Cover-Up, and A Fight for the Truth" The Case of Barry Van Treese

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! When motel manager Barry Van Treese was found murdered in Oklahoma City, police quickly zeroed in on Justin Sneed and Richard Glossip. But as the years passed, doubts surrounding Glossip’s conviction—and his looming execution—only grew louder. This week, 50 States, 50 Murders dives into the complicated case of Richard Glossip: a murder-for-hire plot, a questionable confession, and a justice system under fire...

6 months ago

47 minutes

50 States 50 Murders

E30 - Idaho : "Death in the Name of Fear" (The Case of Ruby Ridge)

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! In August 1992, a tense standoff in the mountains of Idaho turned deadly. When U.S. Marshals and the FBI confronted Randy Weaver and his family at Ruby Ridge, the outcome would leave multiple people dead—and the entire country questioning how far law enforcement should go. This week, 50 States, 50 Murders unpacks the full story of Ruby Ridge: the warning signs, the fatal mistakes, and the lasting legacy of o...

6 months ago

41 minutes

50 States 50 Murders

Get To Know Your Hosts!! -- Easter Mini Sode

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! Good afternoon, we continue to thank all of you out there for listening and continuing to follow along each and every week. We appreciate you all for making 50 States 50 Murders your favorite Murder Mystery Travel Podcast. We hope that all of you had a great Easter and a Happy Holiday Weekend. Due to the holidays we took a step back however we still wanted to drop some content for your listening pleasure. This wee...

6 months ago

40 minutes

50 States 50 Murders

E29 - Louisiana : "The Lore of Louisiana & The Tale of a Father's Revenge" (The Case of Jody Plauche)

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! Thank you for tuning into episode 29 of 50 States 50 Murders. This week we head down to the swamps of Louisiana. One of AJ's most desired states to visit... we talk about the history of Louisiana as well as some interesting facts and unusual laws. Louisiana ranks atop all of 50 states when it comes to murder per capita, however if you are brave enough to visit The Pelican State, we have a few places to see and things to...

6 months ago

1 hour 6 minutes

50 States 50 Murders

E28 - Iowa : "Be Careful Who You Trust In Iowa" (The Case of Breasia Terrell)

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! We are back from Spring Break and we are heading back to the great Midwest - Visiting the Hawkeye State of Iowa. We talk about some odd laws, some places to see some things to do as well as some infamous murderers who ran across this state. Our own case of the week for episode 28 takes us to Davenport Iowa. We are discussing the case of Breasia Terrell. We learn why its also so important to always be careful with ...

7 months ago

1 hour 16 minutes

50 States 50 Murders

E27 - New Jersey : "New Laws, Who This?!" (The Case of Megan Kanka - Megan's Law)

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! Join us for Episode 27. The return of Co-Host Sarah, this week we are heading to the Garden State of New Jersey. A New State, with a new case, and a New Law that was implemented nation wide that still serves as a protection in todays world. For this weeks discussion points we dive into parenting and discuss the differences between what it was like for us 90s Kids versus kids growing up in the new world. The Tragic...

7 months ago

1 hour 8 minutes

50 States 50 Murders

E26 - Hawaii : "Palm Trees, Paradise on Earth, and Murder" (The Case of Dana Ireland and the Wrongs Un-Righted)

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! This week we are heading to Paradise on Earth. The Aloha State of Hawaii. Diving into some places to see some things to do if you are ever fortunate enough to visit this beautiful island. We dive into a case that is old as our host from start to finish. We ask the questions for the listeners back home... Is it possible to push too hard for justice? And are there wrongs that can simply not be righted no matter the ...

8 months ago

1 hour 10 minutes

50 States 50 Murders

E25 - Nebraska : "Plenty of Corn in Nebraska" (The Case of Friends Lovers and Much Much More)

Shoot us a text!!! Let us know what you thought about this weeks episode! This week we pick up in the Cornhusker State of Nebraska This is a continuation of last weeks episode where we had the chance to learn a bit more about our Co-host Sarah and her time spent in Nebraska. This week we dive more into her journey, we learn about some interesting laws, things to do and places to see before sharing an infamous murderer in the state of Nebraska. As always we have our own personal ca...

8 months ago

56 minutes