TODAY’S CASEIn this week’s episode, Meg and Mum dive into the heartbreaking and infuriating story of Barry Winchell — a young soldier whose life was cut short by hatred within his own ranks. Note: This episode discusses real-life tragic events and contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some listeners. 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum 📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com 🌐 CASE SOURCEShttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Barry_Winchellhttps://www.findagrave.com/memorial/7563770/barry-winchellhttps://inmagazine.ca/2024/07/flashback-soldier-barry-winchell-dies-after-anti-gay-hate-crime-july-6-1999/https://www.vanityfair.com/news/2000/05/kentucky-murder-200005https://www.huffpost.com/entry/taps-for-barry-winchell-r_b_226004https://jenniferandlee.com/2016/02/18/the-barry-winchell-case-helped-end-the-dont-ask-dont-tell-policy-in-the-military/https://www.facebook.com/amightygirl/posts/military-mom-patricia-kutteles-fought-for-over-a-decade-to-repeal-the-us-militar/1139222654902072/  

TODAY’S CASEIn this episode, we cover the heartbreaking case of Celeste Manno, a 23-year-old Melbourne woman whose life was taken by a man who couldn’t take no for an answer. What began as unwanted messages from a former co-worker spiraled into months of stalking, fear, and pleas for protection that went unanswered. Note: This episode discusses real-life tragic events and contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some listeners. 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum 📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com 🌐 CASE SOURCEShttps://unrealtruecrime.com/2025/04/celeste-manno/https://www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/celeste-deserved-life-stalker-who-murdered-celeste-manno-jailed-for-36-years-20240223-p5f7dj.html  

TODAY’S CASEIn this episode, we dive into the story of Ronald Ryan, the last man ever executed in Australia. His 1967 hanging at Pentridge Prison sparked nationwide outrage and marked a turning point in Australia’s stance on capital punishment. We explore who Ryan was, the events leading to the prison escape that sealed his fate, and was Ronald Ryan truly guilty? Note: This episode discusses real-life tragic events and contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some listeners. 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum 📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com 🌐 CASE SOURCEShttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ronald_Ryanhttps://www.bevleaross.com.au/shadows-of-the-past-the-dark-history-of-abbotsford-convent/  

TODAY’S CASEIn this episode, we’re exploring the chilling case of Ed Kemper — the man known as “The Co-Ed Killer.” Standing at 6’9” and possessing a genius-level IQ, Kemper managed to charm and deceive everyone around him while carrying out a series of horrific murders across California in the early 1970s. Note: This episode discusses real-life tragic events and contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some listeners. 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum 📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com 🌐 CASE SOURCEShttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edmund_Kemperhttps://www.crimelibrary.org/serial_killers/predators/kemper/edmund_1.html/https://edmundkemperstories.com/bloghttps://www.findagrave.com/memorial/16557787/aiko-koo  

TODAY’S CASEIn this episode, we examine the case of Michael Ryan and the events of August 19th, 1987 — the day of the Hungerford Massacre. We trace Ryan’s background, his movements leading up to the tragedy, and the devastating timeline of his rampage that left 16 people dead. Note: This episode discusses real-life tragic events and contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some listeners. 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum 📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com 🌐 CASE SOURCEShttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hungerford_massacre#https://www.jesip.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Hungerford-Shootings.pdfhttps://www.upi.com/Archives/1987/08/20/Thatcher-English-language-cant-express-horror-of-Hungerford/1718556430400/  

TODAY’S CASEIn November 1961, what should have been a relaxing family vacation aboard the luxury sailboat Bluebelle turned into one of the most chilling crimes on the high seas. When the vessel was later found adrift and burning off the coast of Florida, only one survivor remained—11-year-old Terry Jo Duperrault. Note: This episode discusses real-life tragic events and contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some listeners. 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum 📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com 🌐 CASE SOURCEShttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bluebelle_(ship)https://honey.nine.com.au/latest/women-who-survived-terry-jo-duperrault-sea-orphan-found-stranded-at-sea/1bdfb4c9-d89c-4461-9d37-1a83b27e6f41Alone: Orphaned on the Ocean by Tere Duperrault Fassbender & Richard Logan  

TODAY’S CASEThis week we’re talking about Colin Pitchfork — the guy who ended up being the first ever criminal caught using DNA. Back in the 1980s, two terrible crimes in a small English town had everyone on edge, and police had no clue who was behind them. Then along came a brand-new bit of science that completely changed the game. Note: This episode discusses real-life tragic events and contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some listeners. 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum 📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com 🌐 CASE SOURCEShttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colin_PitchforkThe unsolved murder of Lynda Mann and Dawn Ashworth. The Colin Pitchfork Case That Transformed Criminal Investigation by Ricky Indrawanhttps://www.thesun.ie/news/1796145/who-colin-pitchfork-prison-release/https://theconversation.com/a-milestone-legal-case-from-35-years-ago-holds-important-lessons-for-how-courts-deal-with-scientific-evidence-today-244033https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/01440365.2024.2414536#d1e388https://www.wesh.com/article/florida-dna-science-andrews-case/41877068  

TODAY’S CASEIn this episode, we cover one of Australia’s most infamous and heartbreaking crimes: the 1986 abduction and murder of Anita Cobby. Anita, a 26-year-old nurse and former beauty queen, was brutally attacked while walking home in Sydney. Note: This episode discusses real-life tragic events and contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some listeners. 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum Mel's Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rr_HiZnezD8  📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com 🌐 CASE SOURCEShttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Anita_CobbyRemembering Anita Cobby by Mark Morri  

TODAY’S CASEThis week we sat down with Cameron and Brian Santana to dive into their book Murder on Campus and the chilling true story of Virginia Olsen.We dive into how they uncovered the story, what stood out most during their research, and why this case still sticks with people today. Note: This episode discusses real-life tragic events and contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some listeners. 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum Santana True Crimehttps://open.spotify.com/show/5uJGmyJPHErE74Jm92GrBG?si=9f4477f91e9e44adhttps://www.instagram.com/santanatruecrime/  Brian Santana https://briansantanaauthor.com/https://www.instagram.com/truecrimeprofessor/ 📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com

TODAY’S CASEThis week we’re diving into the story of the Clarkfield Hotel — a small-town pub with a surprisingly big past. We chat about its early history in Victoria, how it became a hub for locals and travellers, and some of the darker tales that earned it a notorious reputation. From country charm to crime and chaos, this hotel has seen it all. Note: This episode discusses real-life tragic events and contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some listeners. 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum 📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com 🌐 CASE SOURCEShttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clarkefield,_Victoria https://shapeclarkefield.com.au/why-clarkefieldhttps://www.heraldsun.com.au/leader/north-west/haunted-coach-and-horses-inn-one-for-the-history-books/news-story/ca04faebc278ee12150393ca7d386b52https://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/clarke-sir-william-john-3229https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=io9zRVn2294https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4Ug42hdTvAhttps://kids.britannica.com/kids/article/Australian-gold-rushes/631737#:~:text=The%20Chinese%20were%20treated%20very,white%20miners%20attacked%20the%20Chinese.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fm72dMLrH8E  

TODAY’S CASEIn this episode, we cover the heartbreaking case of Michael Gilbert, a vulnerable young man in the UK who fell under the control of the Watt family. For years he was abused and exploited until his tragic murder in 2009 Note: This episode discusses real-life tragic events and contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some listeners. 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum 📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com 🌐 CASE SOURCEShttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Michael_Gilberthttp://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/beds/bucks/herts/8588274.stmhttp://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/beds/bucks/herts/8589422.stmhttps://web.archive.org/web/20130604181327/http://www.luton-dunstable.co.uk/News/New-headless-body-murder-charges-.htmhttp://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/beds/bucks/herts/8625079.stmhttps://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-14064016http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/beds/bucks/herts/8629123.stmhttp://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/beds/bucks/herts/8551823.stmhttps://www.theguardian.com/uk/2010/apr/26/family-jailed-blue-lagoon-murder-michael-gilbert?INTCMP=SRCHhttps://web.archive.org/web/20110929214259/http://www.luton.gov.uk/Media%20Library/Pdf/Housing%20%26%20social%20services/Community%20Care/Protecting%20Vulnerable%20Adults/Adult%20A%20ExecSumFINAL.pdfhttps://www.whatdotheyknow.com/request/case_details_on_murder_of_michae/response/1714373/attach/html/4/Annex%20A%20FOI2020%2007237.docx.html  

TODAY’S CASEThis week we’re heading inside the Old Melbourne Gaol — but not for Ned Kelly. We’re talking about the women who were executed there. Their stories are a mix of tragedy, desperation, and some pretty shocking crimes. We’ll chat through who they were, what landed them behind those walls, and the final moments they faced at the gallows. Note: This episode discusses real-life tragic events and contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some listeners. 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum 📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com 🌐 CASE SOURCEShttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Melbourne_Gaol# https://australiasdarkheart.weebly.com/elizabeth-scott.htmlhttps://prov.vic.gov.au/explore-collection/provenance-journal/provenance-2019/attitudes-wife-beating-colonial-victoria https://graham64.wordpress.com/tag/elizabeth-scott/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frances_Knorrhttps://www.oldtreasurybuilding.org.au/past-exhibitions/wayward-women/frances-knorr-the-brunswick-baby-farmer/?srsltid=AfmBOopdnDFLrcGS7hGnxTS5grpCV-hawkqM0jdEiKacnbr6EdIqqR6Hhttps://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/knorr-frances-lydia-minnie-13030 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martha_Needlehttps://www.oldtreasurybuilding.org.au/past-exhibitions/wayward-women/martha-needle/?srsltid=AfmBOoqclb0yj6jwzKmwf6B0ayT9yHzXw1PNe1BigWnWPq6A0h-w35Clhttps://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/8677347https://newdiogenesmelbourne.wordpress.com/2018/03/14/martha-needles-headstone/https://www.oldtreasurybuilding.org.au/past-exhibitions/wayward-women/emma-williams/?srsltid=AfmBOoog0-QmXq-p5qORcukz6ymUb60SwQinDlNwyhFcxzwbHt8ahhxchttps://australiasdarkheart.weebly.com/emma-williams.htmlhttps://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/100866004https://www.pmhps.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Emma-Williams-PMHPS.pdfhttps://www.slv.vic.gov.au/ellen-kelly  

TODAY’S CASEThis week, we’re talking about Robert Black – the delivery driver who was delivering something far more sinister than parcels. From the 80s fear that gripped the UK to the shocking way he was finally caught, we’re diving into one of Britain’s most disturbing cases. Note: This episode discusses real-life tragic events and contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some listeners. 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum 📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com 🌐 CASE SOURCEShttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Black_(serial_killer)https://www.crimelibrary.org/serial_killers/predators/black/violence_1.htmlEnd of Innocence by Zoe ApostolidesThe Face of Evil: The True Story of Serial Killer Robert Black by Robert Giles and Chris Clark

TODAY’S CASE17-year-old Georgia Williams vanished after agreeing to a photoshoot with a family friend, Jamie Reynolds. What seemed like a harmless outing turned into a premeditated and horrifying murder. In this episode, we unpack the case, the red flags authorities missed, and the lasting impact on her community. Note: This episode discusses real-life tragic events and contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some listeners. 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum 📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com 🌐 CASE SOURCEShttps://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-shropshire-25137700Our Georgia by Lynnette Williams with Robin Eveleighhttps://www.judiciary.uk/wp-content/uploads/JCO/Documents/Judgments/r-v-jamie-reynolds.pdfhttps://thegeorgiawilliamstrust.org/donating-money/https://www.facebook.com/TheGeorgiaWilliamsTrust  

TODAY’S CASEIn 1977, 20-year-old Colleen Stan hitched a ride—and vanished for seven years. What followed was a horrifying tale of captivity, manipulation, and survival that almost defies belief. In this episode, we unravel the shocking story of the woman known as the girl in the box… and the twisted couple who held her there. Note: This episode discusses real-life tragic events and contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some listeners. 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum 📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com 🌐 CASE SOURCEShttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kidnapping_of_Colleen_Stanhttps://www.crimelibrary.org/criminal_mind/psychology/sex_slave/index.htmlTrue Crime Story. The Murder of Colleen Stan by Kimberly J. Pagan Against Their Will. Sadistic Kidnappers and the Courageous Stories of Their Innocent Victims by Nigel Cawthornehttps://www.radiotimes.com/tv/documentaries/true-crime/what-happened-to-marie-elizabeth-spannhake-unsolved-mysteries/https://people.com/where-is-colleen-stan-now-girl-in-the-box-kidnapping-8648943  

TODAY’S CASEIn this episode, we dive into the chilling details of Robert’s confession letter, the shocking revelations it contained, and how it shaped the trial that followed. We walk through the courtroom drama, the verdict, and finally, uncover what really happened to Sheree Beasley. It's a devastating end to a story that gripped a nation—and one that still haunts many to this day. Note: This episode discusses real-life tragic events and contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some listeners. 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum 📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com 🌐 CASE SOURCESThe Murder of Sheree by Wayne Millerhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Sheree_Beasley

TODAY’S CASEIn 1991, little Sheree Beasley rode her bike to the local milk bar—and never made it home. In Part 1, we dive straight into the man behind her disappearance, his dark history, and how a chilling pattern began to emerge long before Sheree ever crossed his path. Note: This episode discusses real-life tragic events and contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some listeners. 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum 📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com 🌐 CASE SOURCES The Murder of Sheree by Wayne Millerhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Sheree_Beasley

TODAY’S CASEIn a quiet New Hampshire town, a beloved husband is found murdered. Whispers begin to swirl around his charismatic young wife, a high school employee with a seemingly perfect life. But behind closed doors, something much darker was unfolding. This episode unravels the tangled web of secrets, seduction, and manipulation that turned a small-town tragedy into a national obsession. Note: This episode discusses real-life tragic events and contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some listeners. 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum 📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com 🌐 CASE SOURCESTeach Me To Kill: The shocking true story of the Pamela Smart murder case by Stephen Sawickihttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pamela_Smart

TODAY’S CASEIn this episode, we delve into the terrifying case of Duane Eugene Owen, whose violent crimes in 1984 shocked Florida. From the horrific murder of 14-year-old Karen Slattery while she babysat, to the brutal killing of Georgianna Worden in her own home, Owen left behind a trail of fear and devastation. Note: This episode discusses real-life tragic events and contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some listeners. 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum 📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com 🌐 CASE SOURCEShttps://www.wptv.com/news/crime/duane-owen-execution/whos-who-in-duane-owen-lengthy-legal-sagahttps://library.law.fsu.edu/Digital-Collections/flsupct/dockets/68549/68549ans.pdfhttps://library.law.fsu.edu/Digital-Collections/flsupct/dockets/68550/68550ans.pdfhttps://apnews.com/article/execution-florida-crime-death-penalty-d49e5c9b58de4952a08cf8d418857e3dhttps://vocal.media/criminal/the-dark-history-of-duane-owen-a-tale-of-brutality-and-murder

TODAY’S CASEWe’re switching things up! Mum’s in the quizmaster seat, armed with a stack of true crime trivia questions — and Meg’s the one in the hot seat. Will she rise to the challenge or get stumped by Mum’s sneaky questions? Test your own knowledge as you play along in this fun and slightly chaotic trivia special 🔗 LINKSPatreon - www.patreon.com/mainlymurderInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mainly_murderBuy Us A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/mainlymurderwithmegandmum 📩 CONTACT USMainlyMurderPodcast@gmail.com