🔪 Criminal Mischief “Fear & Fire: The Byron Smith Case” Home is supposed to be the one place where the world can’t reach us — where we sleep, breathe, and live without fear. But what happens when that sanctuary is violated? And what happens after the fear curdles into something else? This week on Criminal Mischief, Carolyn Ossorio breaks down the chilling case of Byron Smith, a Minnesota homeowner who claimed his house had become a hunting ground for burglars… and that he was simply defending what mattered most. Smith said thieves had robbed him not just of valuables, but of peace — that he lived in constant dread, waiting for another shadow on the stairs, another shattered window, another invasion. So when two intruders entered his basement on Thanksgiving Day, Smith didn’t flee. He didn’t call ⁠911⁠. He waited — armed, recording, and ready. What followed would leave a community divided, a jury horrified, and America asking where the line lies between self-defense and premeditated vengeance. Was this a man pushed to the brink by repeated victimization? Or a calculating killer who used fear as justification for an ambush? The answers — and the tape — tell a story far darker than a simple burglary gone wrong. 🎧 Listen now For reporting that respects victims, examines motive, and never looks away from the truth — even when it’s unsettling. 🕯️ From the Evio Creative Network     •    The Devil Within — possession, obsession, and true crime in the shadows     •    The Devil’s Ledger — the strangest story you’ll hear this week     •    The Ides of April — immersive historical storytelling by candlelight     •    Taboo Treasures — forbidden history & cultural archaeology Follow: @eviocreative • @thedevilwithinpod 🛠️ Sponsor Support Support the partners who keep investigative storytelling alive:     •    Quince — elevated essentials without luxury mark-ups 👉 ⁠quince.com/MISCHIEF⁠ for free shipping & 365-day returns     •    Mint Mobile — premium wireless for just $15/month 👉 ⁠mintmobile.com/DEVILWITHIN⁠     •    ExpressVPN — protect your data and browse privately 👉 ⁠expressvpn.com/DEVILWITHIN⁠ for up to four months free     •    MOOD — legal THC & CBD shipped straight to your door 👉 ⁠mood.com/DEVILWITHIN⁠ for 20% off your first order     •    Ollie Dog Food — fresh, human-grade nutrition for your dog 👉 ⁠ollie.com/IDES⁠ for 60% off your first box     •    Monarch — the most powerful personal finance app 👉 ⁠monarch.com/IDES⁠ for 50% off your first year 📢 Rate & Review If you appreciate thoughtful true crime that centers humanity over hype, leave a rating and review — it helps more listeners discover Criminal Mischief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🔪 Criminal Mischief “Fear & Fire: The Byron Smith Case” Home is supposed to be the one place where the world can’t reach us — where we sleep, breathe, and live without fear. But what happens when that sanctuary is violated? And what happens after the fear curdles into something else? This week on Criminal Mischief, Carolyn Ossorio breaks down the chilling case of Byron Smith, a Minnesota homeowner who claimed his house had become a hunting ground for burglars… and that he was simply defending what mattered most. Smith said thieves had robbed him not just of valuables, but of peace — that he lived in constant dread, waiting for another shadow on the stairs, another shattered window, another invasion. So when two intruders entered his basement on Thanksgiving Day, Smith didn’t flee. He didn’t call 911. He waited — armed, recording, and ready. What followed would leave a community divided, a jury horrified, and America asking where the line lies between self-defense and premeditated vengeance. Was this a man pushed to the brink by repeated victimization? Or a calculating killer who used fear as justification for an ambush? The answers — and the tape — tell a story far darker than a simple burglary gone wrong. 🎧 Listen now For reporting that respects victims, examines motive, and never looks away from the truth — even when it’s unsettling. 🕯️ From the Evio Creative Network     •    The Devil Within — possession, obsession, and true crime in the shadows     •    The Devil’s Ledger — the strangest story you’ll hear this week     •    The Ides of April — immersive historical storytelling by candlelight     •    Taboo Treasures — forbidden history & cultural archaeology Follow: @eviocreative • @thedevilwithinpod 🛠️ Sponsor Support Support the partners who keep investigative storytelling alive:     •    Quince — elevated essentials without luxury mark-ups 👉 quince.com/MISCHIEF for free shipping & 365-day returns     •    Mint Mobile — premium wireless for just $15/month 👉 mintmobile.com/DEVILWITHIN     •    ExpressVPN — protect your data and browse privately 👉 expressvpn.com/DEVILWITHIN for up to four months free     •    MOOD — legal THC & CBD shipped straight to your door 👉 mood.com/DEVILWITHIN for 20% off your first order     •    Ollie Dog Food — fresh, human-grade nutrition for your dog 👉 ollie.com/IDES for 60% off your first box     •    Monarch — the most powerful personal finance app 👉 monarch.com/IDES for 50% off your first year 📢 Rate & Review If you appreciate thoughtful true crime that centers humanity over hype, leave a rating and review — it helps more listeners discover Criminal Mischief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🔪 Criminal Mischief — Amityville Horror - The Demon Spawn Presented by the Evio Creative Podcast Network It began with a scream in the dark — and ended as one of the most infamous legends in American true crime. This week on Criminal Mischief, Carolyn Ossorio takes listeners back to Amityville, Long Island, 1974 — where 23-year-old Ronald DeFeo Jr. murdered his entire family as they slept: his parents, two brothers, and two sisters. The killings shocked the nation. DeFeo claimed he heard voices commanding him to act — whispers from inside the house itself. It was a defense that blurred the line between insanity and the supernatural, and launched one of the longest-running cultural debates in modern crime history: was it possession… or pathology? Then came the Lutz family. Just over a year after the murders, George and Kathy Lutz moved into the DeFeo home — and lasted only 28 days. They claimed to hear the same voices. They described green slime oozing from the walls, crucifixes turning upside down, and a demonic pig with glowing red eyes watching them through the windows. Whether hoax, haunting, or hysteria, the story became legend — spawning books, documentaries, and one of the most successful horror franchises of all time. Carolyn investigates the evidence, the contradictions, and the chilling legacy that still clings to that Dutch Colonial house on Ocean Avenue. 🩸 In This Episode     •    The night of November 13, 1974 — the DeFeo murders and the evidence that didn’t add up     •    Ronnie DeFeo’s shifting claims of demonic possession     •    The Lutz family’s 28-day ordeal and the birth of The Amityville Horror myth     •    The psychic investigators who made the story famous — and the skeptics who called it a lie     •    Why Amityville endures as the ultimate intersection of crime, fear, and faith 💀 Credits Hosted by Carolyn Ossorio Produced by Evio Creative Sound design and score by [Engineer Name] Written by Branden Morgan & Carolyn Ossorio For media inquiries or press requests, visit ⁠eviocreative.com⁠ (⁠https://www.eviocreative.com/⁠) 🕯️ Sponsor Shoutouts Support Criminal Mischief and every show in the Evio Creative Podcast Network by visiting our partners: 🧥 Quince — timeless essentials at honest prices. Visit ⁠https://www.quince.com/MISCHIEF⁠ for free shipping and 365-day returns. 📱 Mint Mobile — premium wireless for just $15 a month. Visit ⁠https://www.mintmobile.com/DEVILWITHIN⁠ for unlimited talk and text. 🕵️ ExpressVPN — protect your data everywhere. Visit ⁠https://www.expressvpn.com/DEVILWITHIN⁠ for up to four months free. 🌿 MOOD — legal THC and CBD gummies shipped nationwide. Visit ⁠https://www.mood.com/DEVILWITHIN⁠ for 20% off your first order. 🐾 Ollie Dog Food — fresh, human-grade meals for your dog. Visit ⁠https://www.ollie.com/IDES⁠ for 60% off your welcome kit. 💰 Monarch — take control of your finances at ⁠https://www.monarch.com/IDES⁠ for 50% off your first year. 🎙️ Network CTA Listen to more stories from the Evio Creative Podcast Network, including The Devil Within, The Ides of April, The Devil’s Ledger, and Taboo Treasures. Follow @criminalmischiefpod, @eviocreative, and @thedevilwithinpod for episode updates, behind-the-scenes content, and upcoming series announcements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🔪 Criminal Mischief — Amityville Horror - The Demon Spawn Presented by the Evio Creative Podcast Network It began with a scream in the dark — and ended as one of the most infamous legends in American true crime. This week on Criminal Mischief, Carolyn Ossorio takes listeners back to Amityville, Long Island, 1974 — where 23-year-old Ronald DeFeo Jr. murdered his entire family as they slept: his parents, two brothers, and two sisters. The killings shocked the nation. DeFeo claimed he heard voices commanding him to act — whispers from inside the house itself. It was a defense that blurred the line between insanity and the supernatural, and launched one of the longest-running cultural debates in modern crime history: was it possession… or pathology? Then came the Lutz family. Just over a year after the murders, George and Kathy Lutz moved into the DeFeo home — and lasted only 28 days. They claimed to hear the same voices. They described green slime oozing from the walls, crucifixes turning upside down, and a demonic pig with glowing red eyes watching them through the windows. Whether hoax, haunting, or hysteria, the story became legend — spawning books, documentaries, and one of the most successful horror franchises of all time. Carolyn investigates the evidence, the contradictions, and the chilling legacy that still clings to that Dutch Colonial house on Ocean Avenue. 🩸 In This Episode     •    The night of November 13, 1974 — the DeFeo murders and the evidence that didn’t add up     •    Ronnie DeFeo’s shifting claims of demonic possession     •    The Lutz family’s 28-day ordeal and the birth of The Amityville Horror myth     •    The psychic investigators who made the story famous — and the skeptics who called it a lie     •    Why Amityville endures as the ultimate intersection of crime, fear, and faith 💀 Credits Hosted by Carolyn Ossorio Produced by Evio Creative Sound design and score by [Engineer Name] Written by Branden Morgan & Carolyn Ossorio For media inquiries or press requests, visit eviocreative.com (https://www.eviocreative.com/) 🕯️ Sponsor Shoutouts Support Criminal Mischief and every show in the Evio Creative Podcast Network by visiting our partners: 🧥 Quince — timeless essentials at honest prices. Visit https://www.quince.com/MISCHIEF for free shipping and 365-day returns. 📱 Mint Mobile — premium wireless for just $15 a month. Visit https://www.mintmobile.com/DEVILWITHIN for unlimited talk and text. 🕵️ ExpressVPN — protect your data everywhere. Visit https://www.expressvpn.com/DEVILWITHIN for up to four months free. 🌿 MOOD — legal THC and CBD gummies shipped nationwide. Visit https://www.mood.com/DEVILWITHIN for 20% off your first order. 🐾 Ollie Dog Food — fresh, human-grade meals for your dog. Visit https://www.ollie.com/IDES for 60% off your welcome kit. 💰 Monarch — take control of your finances at https://www.monarch.com/IDES for 50% off your first year. 🎙️ Network CTA Listen to more stories from the Evio Creative Podcast Network, including The Devil Within, The Ides of April, The Devil’s Ledger, and Taboo Treasures. Follow @criminalmischiefpod, @eviocreative, and @thedevilwithinpod for episode updates, behind-the-scenes content, and upcoming series announcements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🔪 E | 155 — The Devil's Checkmate ( BONUS) In this bonus episode of Criminal Mischief, Carolyn Ossorio and Branden Morgan sit down to unpack the disturbing, decades-long mystery behind the disappearance and murder of Mike Williams. They revisit the original episode and go deeper into the investigation — how a simple duck-hunting trip turned into one of Florida’s most confounding cold cases. Carolyn reveals what shocked her most about the confession that finally broke the case open, and Branden explores the psychology behind premeditation, cover-up, and the lengths people go to for greed and control. It’s an inside look at the making of the episode — the research, the aftermath, and the haunting truth that even in real life, evil rarely looks like what you expect. 🎧 Listen now to Criminal Mischief — available wherever you get your podcasts. ⚖️ From the Evio Network Explore the rest of the Evio Creative slate — where truth, myth, and madness intersect:     •    👹 The Devil Within — True crime and the supernatural collide.     •    🏺 Taboo Treasures — History’s most forbidden relics.     •    ⚔️ The Ides of April — Alec Baldwin narrates the turning points of history.     •    💀 The Devil’s Ledger — Your weekly wrap-up from the underworld.     •    🔪 Criminal Mischief — Because every crime starts with a plan. Visit eviocreative.com for updates, and follow: @thedevilwithinpod | @idesofaprilpod | @taboo_treasures | @eviocreative 🎧 SPONSORS & EXCLUSIVE OFFERS Support Criminal Mischief and all Evio shows with these exclusive listener deals:     •    🧥 Quince — Luxury essentials without luxury markups. ➤ https://www.quince.com/MISCHIEF for FREE SHIPPING and 365-day returns.     •    📱 Mint Mobile — Premium wireless for only $15 a month. ➤ www.mintmobile.com/DEVILWITHIN for unlimited talk and text.     •    🕵️ ExpressVPN — Protect your privacy and data anywhere you go. ➤ https://www.expressvpn.com/DEVILWITHIN for up to 4 months FREE.     •    🌿 MOOD — Legal THC & CBD gummies shipped to your door. ➤ https://www.mood.com/DEVILWITHIN for 20% off your first order.     •    🐾 Ollie Dog Food — Fresh, human-grade meals for your dog. ➤ https://www.ollie.com/IDES for 60% off your welcome kit.     •    💰 Monarch — Manage your money with clarity and control. ➤ https://www.monarch.com/IDES for 50% off your first year. 💀 Criminal Mischief — Evil Is Never Random Hosted by Carolyn Ossorio and Branden Morgan. A production of Evio Creative. Follow, rate, and share wherever you listen — because understanding the darkness is the only way to see the light. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Devil's Checkmate On December 16, 2000, 31-year-old Mike Williams vanished while duck hunting on Florida’s Lake Seminole. His truck was found. His boat was found. But Mike… was gone. For years, authorities believed he’d drowned—dragged beneath the surface by alligators. But there was no body. No blood. No real evidence of a struggle. What emerged instead was a story of greed, betrayal, and a staged disappearance that unraveled into one of Florida’s strangest and most calculated murders. Criminal Mischief digs into how an insurance plot became a cold-blooded crime—and how, 17 years later, the truth finally surfaced from the swamp. 🎧 Listen to Criminal Mischief wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes every Friday from Evio Creative. 🩸 From the Evio Network Catch the other shows in the Evio universe of storytelling, true crime, and the paranormal:     •    👹 The Devil Within — True crime meets the supernatural.     •    🏺 Taboo Treasures — History’s darkest artifacts and the people who chase them.     •    ⚔️ The Ides of April — Alec Baldwin narrates history’s bloodiest turning points.     •    💀 The Devil’s Ledger — A weekly wrap-up from the shadows. 👉 Visit eviocreative.com and follow: @thedevilwithinpod | @taboo_treasures | @idesofaprilpod | @eviocreative 🎧 SPONSORS & OFFERS Support Criminal Mischief and all Evio shows by checking out these exclusive sponsors:     •    🧥 Quince — Luxury essentials, responsibly made. ➤ https://www.quince.com/MISCHIEF for FREE SHIPPING and 365-day returns.     •    📱 Mint Mobile — Premium wireless starting at $15 a month. ➤ www.mintmobile.com/DEVILWITHIN for unlimited talk and text for $15/month.     •    🕵️ ExpressVPN — The best way to protect your data and privacy. ➤ https://www.expressvpn.com/DEVILWITHIN for up to 4 months FREE.     •    🌿 MOOD — Legal THC and CBD gummies shipped to your door. ➤ https://www.mood.com/DEVILWITHIN for 20% off your first order.     •    🐾 Ollie Dog Food — Fresh, human-grade meals for your dog. ➤ https://www.ollie.com/IDES for 60% off your welcome kit.     •    💰 Monarch — Take control of your financial life. ➤ https://www.monarch.com/IDES for 50% off your first year. ⚖️ About Criminal Mischief From Evio Creative, Criminal Mischief exposes the twisted motives and unseen forces behind real-world crimes. It’s where the line between justice and chaos begins to blur. Follow and rate Criminal Mischief wherever you get your podcasts — and remember: Evil is never random. It’s methodical. It’s human. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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🎙️ Criminal Mischief The Back Staircase: The Death of Kathleen Peterson A fall, a secret, and a story that refused to stay buried. In this episode of Criminal Mischief, host Carolyn Ossorio revisits one of the most haunting and polarizing cases in modern true crime — the death of Kathleen Peterson, and the man who claimed it was an accident: her husband, Michael Peterson. When Kathleen’s body was found at the bottom of a staircase in their North Carolina mansion in December of 2001, the scene was catastrophic — blood spattered across the walls, head injuries so severe investigators couldn’t believe they came from a fall. What followed would become one of the most debated cases in American criminal history. Michael Peterson’s version of events changed under scrutiny. First an accident, then a mystery, then something stranger. A novelist, a veteran, and a husband with more secrets than anyone expected. And when prosecutors unearthed the death of another woman — one connected to Peterson years earlier — the story twisted into something almost unbelievable. Through trial transcripts, forensic reports, and archived interviews, Criminal Mischief examines the inconsistencies, the media frenzy, and the theories that still divide both experts and audiences more than two decades later. Was Kathleen’s death the result of a tragic fall? Or was it — as some investigators believe — murder disguised as misfortune? 🕯️ Listen, Follow, and Join the Investigation Follow Criminal Mischief for new episodes every week wherever you get your podcasts. Visit eviocreative.com (https://www.eviocreative.com/) for more from the Evio Creative Network — including The Devil Within, The Ides of April, and Taboo Treasures. Connect with us on social media for behind-the-scenes content, updates, and case discussions. 📧 info@eviocreative.com 📸 @criminalmischiefpod 💰 Sponsored by QUINCE Upgrade your fall wardrobe with Quince — where luxury doesn’t come with a luxury price tag. From Mongolian cashmere to Italian leather, Quince delivers premium essentials directly to you without the designer markup. Go to https://www.quince.com/MISCHIEF for FREE SHIPPING and 365-day returns. That’s https://www.quince.com/MISCHIEF for free shipping and 365-day returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Carolyn and Branden discuss the episode. 💼 Support Our Sponsors 🖤 Quince — Luxury without the markup.Shop high-quality essentials at ⁠www.quince.com/mischief⁠ for free shipping and 365-day returns. 🐾 Ollie — Fresh, human-grade dog food delivered to your door.Go to ⁠www.ollie.com/devilwithin⁠ for 60% off your first box. 💰 Monarch Money — The smart way to manage family budgets and creative income.Visit ⁠www.monarchmoney.com⁠ and use code IDES for 50% off your first year. 📱 Mint Mobile — Premium wireless for people who hate overpaying.Go to ⁠www.mintmobile.com⁠ and use promo code DEVILWITHIN for unlimited talk and text for just $15 a month. 📣 Connect Criminal Mischief → ⁠@criminalmischiefpod⁠ The Devil Within → ⁠@thedevilwithinpod⁠ The Ides of April → ⁠@idesofaprilpod⁠ Taboo Treasures → ⁠@taboo_treasures⁠ For press & network updates: ⁠www.eviocreative.com⁠ | ⁠info@eviocreative.com⁠ 🔥 Criminal Mischief — because the truth doesn’t always make the front page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ CRIMINAL MISCHIEF“Race, Media, and Missing Persons” — with Retired FBI Special Agent Bobby Chacon In this week’s episode of Criminal Mischief, host Carolyn Ossorio sits down with retired FBI Special Agent Bobby Chacon — a veteran investigator whose decades of experience span organized crime, counterterrorism, and some of the Bureau’s most challenging missing-persons cases. Together, they revisit two haunting investigations: the disappearances of Joyce Chiang and Chandra Levy — two young women whose cases, though eerily similar, were handled very differently by both law enforcement and the media. Through candid reflection and hard-earned perspective, Bobby and Carolyn explore how race, class, and public perception shape the urgency — and sometimes the outcome — of national investigations. Why did one case dominate headlines while the other faded into silence? What do these stories reveal about who gets justice, and who gets ignored? This is a conversation about crime and consequence — but also about compassion, bias, and the uncomfortable truths that linger long after the cameras move on. 💬 Featuring FBI insights into the Chiang and Levy investigations How media bias impacts missing persons coverage The human cost of unequal attention Lessons learned from decades in federal law enforcement 💼 Support Our Sponsors 🖤 Quince — Luxury without the markup.Shop high-quality essentials at www.quince.com/mischief for free shipping and 365-day returns. 🐾 Ollie — Fresh, human-grade dog food delivered to your door.Go to www.ollie.com/devilwithin for 60% off your first box. 💰 Monarch Money — The smart way to manage family budgets and creative income.Visit www.monarchmoney.com and use code IDES for 50% off your first year. 📱 Mint Mobile — Premium wireless for people who hate overpaying.Go to www.mintmobile.com and use promo code DEVILWITHIN for unlimited talk and text for just $15 a month. 📣 Connect Criminal Mischief → @criminalmischiefpod The Devil Within → @thedevilwithinpod The Ides of April → @idesofaprilpod Taboo Treasures → @taboo_treasures For press & network updates: www.eviocreative.com | info@eviocreative.com 🔥 Criminal Mischief — because the truth doesn’t always make the front page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Interview with Former FBI Agent Jerri Williams On this episode of Criminal Mischief, host Carolyn Ossorio sits down with Jerri Williams, a former FBI Special Agent, author, and fellow podcaster whose career focused on financial crimes and scams. As one of the few minority women in the Bureau during her tenure, Jerri broke barriers while navigating a world that wasn’t always welcoming. She shares how she investigated complex white-collar cases, exposed elaborate frauds, and what those experiences taught her about greed, deception, and human nature. Now a successful writer and podcast host, Jerri reflects on her time in the Bureau, her transition into storytelling, and how she continues to shine a light on the hidden world of financial crime. Support Our Sponsor     •    Shop smarter with Quince: http://www.quince.com/mischief for FREE SHIPPING and 365-day returns. Follow & Connect     •    For press & inquiries: info@eviocreative.com     •    Don’t forget to rate, review, and follow Criminal Mischief wherever you get your podcasts. 🔥 Criminal Mischief. Where the darkest crimes meet the coldest truths. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In September 2006, 16-year-old Cassie Jo Stoddart was housesitting for relatives in Bannock County, Idaho, when what should have been an ordinary weekend turned into a nightmare. She was brutally murdered by two classmates who had carefully planned the attack, filming themselves before and after the crime in what would later be known as the “Scream murder.” In this episode of Criminal Mischief, we unravel the shocking details of Cassie’s murder, the disturbing psychology of her killers, and the chilling role horror films played in their twisted fantasy. We’ll also examine the investigation that brought them to justice and the lasting impact of this case. Follow & Connect     •    Follow us on Instagram: @eviocreative (https://instagram.com/eviocreative)     •    For press & inquiries: info@eviocreative.com     •    Don’t forget to rate, review, and follow Criminal Mischief wherever you get your podcasts. 🔥 Criminal Mischief. Where the darkest crimes meet the coldest truths. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Manhunt It began with a series of brutal murders that left a small community in shock and investigators scrambling for answers. At the center of it all was Travis Decker—a man whose descent into violence sparked one of the most relentless manhunts in recent memory. In this episode of Criminal Mischief, we follow the trail of Decker’s crimes: the chilling details of the murders, the chaos that followed, and the nationwide search that gripped law enforcement and the public alike. From the first bodies discovered to the tense final moments of his capture, this is the story of how Travis Decker became one of the most wanted men in America—and the deadly cost along the way. Follow & Connect     •    Follow us on Instagram: @eviocreative (https://instagram.com/eviocreative)     •    For press & inquiries: info@eviocreative.com     •    Don’t forget to rate, review, and follow Criminal Mischief wherever you get your podcasts. 🔥 Criminal Mischief. Where the darkest crimes meet the coldest truths. 💥 Go to http://www.quince.com/MISCHIEF for FREE shipping and 365-day returns! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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MURDER FOR HIRE: REDUX In 2014, the shocking murder of Florida State law professor Dan Markel stunned the Tallahassee community and sparked one of the most complex criminal investigations in recent memory. At the center of the case: the Adelson family, whose bitter custody battle with Markel became the backdrop for an alleged murder-for-hire plot. Last year, we brought you Murder for Hire, an in-depth look at the Donna Adelson case — a story of family loyalty, secrecy, and the chilling lengths some will go to when desperation turns deadly. Now, we’re bringing that episode back, because there have been stunning new developments. The kind of developments that could reshape everything we thought we knew about this case. We can’t say more just yet, but in our next bonus episode, we’ll break down what’s happened and why it matters. For now, revisit the tangled web of the Adelson family and the murder of Dan Markel — because the next chapter is finally here. Follow & Connect     •    Follow us on Instagram: @eviocreative (https://instagram.com/eviocreative)     •    For press & inquiries: info@eviocreative.com     •    Don’t forget to rate, review, and follow Criminal Mischief wherever you get your podcasts. 🔥 Murder for Hire. The Adelson family. A crime that refuses to stay buried. 💥 Go to http://www.quince.com/criminalmischief for FREE SHIPPING and 365-day returns! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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When Albert Einstein died in 1955, the world mourned the loss of a genius who reshaped our understanding of the universe. But in the hours after his death, a shocking theft took place—one that would turn Einstein’s legacy into one of medicine’s most macabre mysteries. Dr. Thomas Harvey, the pathologist who conducted Einstein’s autopsy, secretly removed the physicist’s brain without the family’s consent. What followed was a bizarre odyssey: jars of brain matter stored in beer coolers, cross-country road trips with pieces of Einstein’s mind in the trunk, and decades of scientific—and pseudoscientific—study that blurred the lines between research and obsession. This episode of Criminal Mischief investigates Harvey’s motives, the ethical firestorm that erupted, and the strange journey of Einstein’s brain through labs, private collections, and backroom deals. Was it science in the name of progress—or one of history’s most infamous acts of body snatching? 📩 Share your thoughts: info@eviocreative.com 📷 Follow on Instagram: @eviocreative Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices