In this episode of Mountain Murders, we revisit one of the most heartbreaking and pivotal cases in American true crime history—the 1981 abduction and murder of six-year-old Adam Walsh. What began as a routine trip to a Florida department store became every parent’s worst nightmare, sparking a nationwide manhunt and forever changing the way law enforcement handles missing children.

Join us as we break down the timeline of Adam’s disappearance, the chaotic investigation that followed, and the early missteps that haunted detectives for decades. Part one explores the day Adam vanished, the frantic search that gripped the nation, and the heartbreaking discovery. 

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Mountain Murders reads your listener stories! Ahead of spooky season, we present tales of stalkers, sleepovers, fur babies, and more. 

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Mountain Murders discusses the 2003 film Monster. It is based on the true story of serial killer Aileen Wuornos. 



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In this chilling episode of Mountain Murders, we dive into one of North Carolina’s most disturbing true crime cases — the twisted story of Pazuzu Algarad and Amber Burch. Behind the boarded-up doors of a suburban home in Clemmons lay a nightmare few could imagine: satanic rituals, human remains buried in the backyard, and a community gripped by fear and disbelief.

We unravel the dark descent of John Lawson — who renamed himself Pazuzu after a demon — and explore how his warped charisma drew in followers, including his girlfriend, Amber Burch. Together, they turned their home into a den of chaos, addiction, and death.

Join us as we peel back the layers of mental illness, manipulation, and moral decay that fueled this modern house of horrors — and ask how such evil could hide in plain sight.

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This week on Mountain Murders, we’re heading deep into the Australian Outback to explore the terrifying story behind Wolf Creek. The chilling film was inspired by the real-life crimes of Ivan Milat — the Backpacker Killer — whose brutal murders shocked the world.

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Mountain Murders bring part two of the Maura Murray case. In this final episode, we examine more evidence and theories surrounding her disappearance. 

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In February 2004, 21-year-old nursing student Maura Murray vanished after a car crash on a rural New Hampshire road—and nearly two decades later, her case remains one of the most haunting and debated mysteries in true crime. In Part One, we dive into Maura’s background, the days leading up to her disappearance, and the puzzling events of February 9th. 


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This week on Mountain Murders, we’re diving into one of the most chilling and controversial haunting cases in American history — A Haunting in Connecticut. The 2009 horror film was inspired by the real-life experiences of the Snedeker family, who moved into a former funeral home in Southington, Connecticut, in the 1980s. Soon after settling in, they claimed to encounter terrifying paranormal activity — from ghostly apparitions to violent poltergeist attacks.But what’s fact, what’s fiction, and what really happened inside that house? Join us as we separate the Hollywood horror from the real-life mystery, explore the role of famed investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, and discuss the skeptical backlash that followed. Was the Snedeker haunting a genuine case of supernatural terror… or a cash grab much like the Amityville horror case.

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🔪 This week on Mountain Murders: We’re diving into the chilling case of Paul John Knowles, the so-called “Casanova Killer.” Charming, cunning, and cold-blooded—Knowles left a trail of victims across the country in the 1970s. Was he a smooth-talking drifter or a true criminal mastermind? Tune in as we unravel the twisted story behind one of America’s most dangerous charmers.


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When Jennifer’s Body hit theaters in 2009, critics dismissed it as a quirky teen horror comedy. Years later, the film has gained cult status—not only for its feminist themes, but also for its chilling connection to real life. The story of a popular high school girl who becomes the victim of a satanic sacrifice echoes the tragic 1995 murder of 15-year-old Elyse Pahler in Arroyo Grande, California. Elyse was lured from her home by three teenage boys who thought they needed her life for a ritual sacrifice to help their heavy metal band succeed. In this episode, we break down the film’s plot, the true crime case that inspired it, and how horror and reality overlap in terrifying ways.

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In 1994, 19-year-old Emory University sophomore Shannon Melendi vanished after working as a scorekeeper at a softball game in Atlanta, Georgia. Her sudden disappearance baffled investigators and terrified the community. For years, Shannon’s family lived with unanswered questions until a chilling truth was uncovered. In this episode, we trace the haunting case of Shannon Melendi—from the day she went missing, through the long investigation, to the shocking revelation of who was responsible.

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Mountain Murders brings you a weekly recrap of crime news! Moonshine bandits, Karen Reed, D4vd & Celeste Rivas, fart spray and more. 

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Brandy Stevens Rosine was a student at Youngstown State University in 2012. She went to meet up with a former girlfriend in Pennsylvania. She never returned. What began as a hopeful young woman navigating love and friendship ended in a shocking act of betrayal. Join us as we explore Brandy's story, the events leading up to her death, and the disturbing details of a crime that left her family searching for answers. 

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Mountain Murders delivers the conclusion of the Kendrick Johnson case. We will discuss evidence, lawsuits, and where the mysterious case stands in 2025. 

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In January 2013, 17-year-old Kendrick Johnson was found dead inside a rolled-up gym mat at Lowndes High School in Valdosta, Georgia. Officials quickly ruled his death an accident, but Kendrick's family believes otherwise. Join us for part one of the Kendrick Johnson case, which remains mysterious and controversial. 

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Carving our way into spooky season with some haunted tales! Mountain Murders discusses the most haunted places in Maine and New Hampshire. Working our way down the East Coast, we'll bring more hauntings as Halloween approaches. 

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Your weekly true crime recrap. 

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In September 2012, 19- year old Faith Hedgepeth- a bright, driven UNC Chapel Hill student- was found brutally murdered in her off-campus apartment. For nearly a decade, the case baffled investigators, haunted her family, and shook the college town. Then in 2021, a long awaited arrest brought new answers-but also new questions. Who killed Faith? And why? Mountain Murders revisits the crime, theories, and twists in one of North Carolina's most heartbreaking unsolved mysteries turned cold case breakthrough. 


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Spoiler ALERT!!! 

Mountain Murders Movie Club dives into the dark, digital hallways of Unknown Caller: The High School Catfish. This thrilling documentary unravels lies, twists, and shocking admissions. 

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Mountain Murders embarks on a month of Back to School-themed cases. This week, we offer three tales of wonderful young women who were taken too soon by campus stalkers. Opal Sturgell, a Berea student, was concerned about an ex-boyfriend who wouldn't leave her alone. At UNC-Wilmington, two female students were murdered in less than a month by their stalkers. 

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