True crime podcasting often forgets that, underneath the gore and sensationalism, there are real people, real families, and real justice waiting to be served. The Fall Line® is an antidote to that oversight - focused on ethical, deep-dive coverage of missing people, unsolved homicides, and unidentified persons called John and Jane Does. We present carefully crafted true crime stories, thorough research and in-depth interviews with families, law enforcement, and experts. And we bring calls to ...
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Episode 2: The Murder of Princella Eppes — Lady Bird
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In early July of 1990, 22-year-old Princella “Lady Bird” Eppes’ life felt full of potential: she’d just moved into her first apartment in the intown Atlanta neighborhood of Inman Park. But when she failed to pick up her youngest sister for a planned visit, and then didn’t show up for work, her family grew worried. When they drove to Princella’s apa…
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Episode 1: The Murder of Christine Harron and David Ridgen’s Someone Knows Something
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Season 20 of The Fall Line premieres with an interview with documentarian and podcaster David Ridgen, who discusses his work on the cold case of Christine Harron, and the latest season of Someone Knows Something. Listen to Season Nine of Someone Knows Something anywhere you get podcasts. Laurah’s book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com…
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Introducing Radioactive: The Karen Silkwood Mystery
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Today we're sharing an episode of the new podcast, Radioactive: The Karen Silkwood Mystery. It details the death of a 28-year-old whistleblower which, 50 years later, haunts Oklahoma and the nation. The young plutonium plant worker died in a fatal crash while driving to meet a reporter with The New York Times. She’d agreed to deliver sensitive docu…
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Ice Cold Case: The Murder Of John Cornelius McGhee
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In 2002, Madison McGhee’s father, JC McGhee, was murdered. She’s spent the past four years unraveling the threads of his cold case, and asking the same question: who killed my dad? But the more she discovers, the more complex the paths to an answer seem to become. Laurah’s book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-norton/la…
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Introducing Gone Cold – Texas True Crime
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On June 4th, 1977, workers cleaning up at Sycamore Park south of downtown found the body of 31-year-old Ora Lee Prescott. After quickly identifying who they thought her killer was and then failing to produce sufficient evidence to charge him, the Fort Worth Police simply gave up, leaving her casefile to collect dust, by all indications, for 45 year…
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The Disappearance of Calvin Willie Martinez: New Mexico Part 6
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In our final episode of the season, we continue the story of Calvin Willie Martinez. Mothers Day 2019 was the last time Calvin Willie Martinez’s family heard from him. After suffering an immense loss in 2014, Calvin had struggled with depression and alcohol dependence. But he always stayed in contact with his loved ones—so when he called them from …
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The Disappearance of Calvin Willie Martinez: New Mexico Part 5
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Mothers Day 2019 was the last time Calvin Willie Martinez’s family heard from him. After suffering an immense loss in 2014, Calvin had struggled with depression and alcohol dependence. But he always stayed in contact with his loved ones—so when he called them from a truck stop in Albuquerque, NM, and promised he was heading home, they believed him.…
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Introducing Generation Why: The Olympic Park Bombing
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Listen to Generation Why on the Wondery app, or wherever you listen: Wondery.fm/GW_TFL
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The Disappearance of Melissa Ann Montoya: New Mexico, Part 4
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We continue our coverage of the disappearance of Melissa Ann Montoya. On St. Patrick’s Day 2001, 42-year-old Melissa Montoya joined her loved ones at the Apache House of Liquor in Dulce, New Mexico—a town located in the Jicarilla Apache Nation Reservation. It was the last time that her friends and family ever saw her. Since then, lawyer and advocat…
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The Disappearance of Melissa Ann Montoya: New Mexico, Part 3
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On St. Patrick’s Day 2001, 42-year-old Melissa Ann Montoya joined her loved ones at the Apache House of Liquor in Dulce, New Mexico—a town located in the Jicarilla Apache Nation Reservation. It was the last time that her friends and family ever saw her. Since then, lawyer and advocate Darlene Gomez has been fighting alongside her family for justice…
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The Murder Of Zachariah Juwaun Shorty: New Mexico, Part 2
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Part two of our coverage of the unsolved murder of Zachariah Juwaun Shorty. Zach, a 23-year-old beloved father, son, and brother was murdered on July 21st, 2020. His body was discovered on July 25th, in a remote field on the Navajo Nation reservation. His mother, Vangie Randall Shorty, had been desperately searching the area for him for those four,…
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The Murder Of Zachariah Juwaun Shorty: New Mexico, Part 1
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Laurah was recovering from an illness during the recording of this episode. Zachariach Juwaun Shorty, a 23-year-old beloved father, son, and brother was murdered on July 21st, 2020. His body was discovered on July 25th, in a remote field on the Navajo Nation reservation. His mother, Vangie Randall Shorty, had been desperately searching the area for…
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Introducing Somewhere in the Pines
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Somewhere In The Pines is a serial podcast dedicated to locating the hidden caches of American Serial Killer, Israel Keyes. Listen along as Joshua and Dakota search the small towns, rivers and campgrounds of Washington’s Olympic Peninsula. Somewhere in the Pines is a Studio BOTH/AND collaboration: www.somewhereinthepines.com / bothand.fyi…
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Eric Carter-Landin: Justice for Jacob and Advocacy in New Mexico
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Two years ago, Eric Carter-Landin joined us to talk about the cold case of his baby brother Jacob, his hopes for progress in Jacob’s case, and his work on behalf of other families in New Mexico. Now, in advance of our New Mexico season, we speak again to bring you major updates in Eric’s fight for Justice for Jacob. We also cover Eric’s new nonprof…
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The Murder of Jacob Landin: Opening a Closed Case and Changing True Crime
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A re-release of our April 2022 episode featuring Eric Carter-Landin to refresh listeners before our midseason episode—which premieres tomorrow, July 10th—to provide updates in the case. Eric Carter-Landin didn’t set out to be an advocate; but as the family member of a murder victim whose case was closed, he watched other disturbing cases unfold in …
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The Grays Harbor Jane Doe: Unsolved Homicides, Part 6
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In October of 1988, the remains of a homicide victim were found in a rural area of Grays Harbor County, just outside Elma, Washington. A dedicated detective worked her case for years—first in his role with the sheriff's office, and then as coroner. Even now, in his retirement, he’s followed the case. Despite thousands of hours of investigation, her…
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The Murder of Susan Minard Lund: Unsolved Homicides, Part 5
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For almost thirty years, Susan Minard Lund’s children believed she’d run away and abandoned them; after she disappeared on Christmas Eve of 1992 in Clarksville TN, a search was launched, but late the next year, her missing-persons report was closed. That’s because a woman in Alabama claimed to be Sue, and authorities accepted the claim. Her sibling…
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The Murder of Velecia “Lisa” Lewis: Unsolved Homicides, Part 4
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The second episode in our coverage of the case of Lisa Lewis: in January of 1999, 27-year-old college senior and expectant mother Velecia “Lisa” Lewis was living in a South Memphis apartment with her mother, Bea; she was looking forward to spring because she’d be graduating, and her daughter was due to be born. But just after New Year’s, Lisa’s mot…
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The Murder of Velecia “Lisa” Lewis: Unsolved Homicides, Part 3
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In January of 1999, 27-year-old college senior and expectant mother Velecia “Lisa” Lewis was living in a South Memphis apartment with her mother, Bea; she was looking forward to spring because she’d be graduating, and her daughter was due to be born. But just after New Year's, Lisa’s mother arrived home from work and discovered Lisa had been murder…
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The Murder of Iman Cannon: Unsolved Homicides, Part 2
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Our second episode of two covering the unsolved death of Iman Cannon: on May 13th, 2008, the body of 21-year-old Tennessee native Iman Cannon was discovered behind the Atlanta business complex that housed Club Crucial, a night spot founded by rapper TI. Iman, an aspiring rapper, had moved to Georgia for a fresh start. But less than a year after his…
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The Murder of Iman Cannon: Unsolved Homicides, Part 1
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On May 13th, 2008, the body of 21-year-old Tennessee native Iman Cannon was discovered behind the Atlanta business complex that housed Club Crucial, a night spot founded by rapper TI. Iman, an aspiring rapper, had moved to Georgia for a fresh start. But less than a year after his relocation, he was murdered by unknown assailants, and his mother She…
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Unsolved Homicides: Updates In The Case Of Juan Leon Laureles
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In 2021, we brought you a then little-known story: the unsolved case of Leon Laureles, a beloved brother and uncle who was murdered on the side of a rural Texas highway. Since then, his case has become a focus for cold-case advocates—especially his own niece, Arlene. At every turn, Arlene has been frustrated in her search for answers, but that hasn…
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Missing Mothers, Part 6: Light The Way
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In our season finale, we speak with advocates from Light the Way about their work on cases of missing persons like Patty Otto, Maura Murray, Theresa Corley, and many more, plus discuss best ways to help with the cases you care about—and the possible pitfalls of advocacy. Season 17, Missing Mothers, covers the stories of two daughters, their missing…
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Missing Mothers, Part 5: The Finley Creek Jane Doe
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Our final episode exploring Patricia Otto’s 1976 disappearance, local law enforcement’s suspicions regarding her husband, and the possible intersection with another case: a Jane Doe homicide victim discovered just two hours away. Season 17, Missing Mothers, covers the stories of two daughters, their missing mothers, and cases—and people—who have in…
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Missing Mothers, Part 4: Patty’s Voice
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We continue our coverage of Patricia Otto’s 1976 disappearance, local law enforcement’s suspicions regarding her husband, and the possible intersection with another case: a Jane Doe homicide victim discovered just two hours away. Season 17, Missing Mothers, covers the stories of two daughters, their missing mothers, and cases—and people—who have in…
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Missing Mothers, Part 3: Patty and Suzanne
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After her mother’s mysterious, late-night disappearance one August night in 1976, an Idaho-born woman must unpack her early childhood memories, local law enforcement’s suspicions regarding her own father, and the possible intersection with another case: a Jane Doe homicide victim discovered just two hours away. Season 17, Missing Mothers, covers th…
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Missing Mothers, Part Two: Missing and Homeless
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The second in a two-part series covering one daughter’s search for her mother, how she became an advocate for missing persons in unhoused communities, and the intertwined stories of their childhoods; with all she knows about her mother, Cloudia Leslie Wells, Robin believes that she could truly be anywhere. After all—she’s gotten proof once. Season …
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Missing Mothers, Part One: Robin and Cloudia
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The first in a two-part series covering one daughter’s search for her mother, how she became an advocate for missing persons in unhoused communities, and the intertwined stories of their childhoods; with all she knows about her mother, Cloudia Leslie Wells, Robin believes that she could truly be anywhere. After all—she’s gotten proof once. Season 1…
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From In the Dark: The Runaway Princesses
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The wives and daughters of Dubai’s ruler live in unbelievable luxury. So why do the women in Sheikh Mohammed’s family keep trying to run away? The New Yorker staff writer Heidi Blake joins In the Dark’s Madeleine Baran to tell the story of the royal women who risked everything to flee the brutality of one of the world’s most powerful men. In four e…
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Introducing Media Pressure Season One: The Untold Story of Maura Murray
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Listeners: We're excited to share news about a new show that we think you'll love. Media Pressure Season One: The Untold Story of Maura Murray premieres on Monday, February 5th, 2024. Follow now in your favorite podcast player to be the first to hear new episodes: https://link.chtbl.com/RtW5rK0P For more information about the show and the case of M…
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Missing Mothers: Carolyn and Leona
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In our midseason episode, we update you on the case of Leona LeClair Kinsey, and feature new information from her daughter, Carolyn DeFord—who believes it is vital that these facts reach the widest audience possible. You’ll also meet several key players in our upcoming season, Missing Mothers, which begins February 7th. Go to DailyHarvest.com/FALL …
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The Tennessee Does, Part 6: The Answers
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Laurah is sick; apologies for hoarseness. The last five episodes have presented more than 20 cold cases in desperate need of resolution. For many, the only chance will come through FIGG—DNA testing and forensic investigative genetic genealogy. This episode, we move beyond our Nashville Does coverage to speak with Redgrave Research about how some of…
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The Tennessee Does, Part 5: Fragmentation
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Laurah is sick; apologies for hoarseness. Episode 5 presents the most difficult cases in MNPD’s files: cases limited to a single element, or bone, dead-ended by clues that led nowhere, or, in the case of the River Road John Doe, where the decedent’s remains are no longer available—that’s why we need your help to try and match him with a missing per…
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Listen Now - Dr. Death: Bad Magic
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From Wondery, and hosted by Laura Beil - The new season of Dr. Death, BAD MAGIC is a story of miraculous cures, magic and murder. When a charismatic young doctor announces revolutionary treatments for cancer and HIV, patients from around the world turn to him for their last chance. As medical experts praise Serhat Gumrukcu’s genius, the company he …
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The Tennessee Does, Part 4: The Hour of Death
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Laurah is sick; apologies for any hoarseness this episode. Episode Four covers the cases of four John and Jane Doe victims who, despite being discovered minutes or hours after death—and while still recognizable—have remained unidentified. In two of those cases, we reached out to forensic artist Carl Koppelman to try and help improve the chances of …
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The Tennessee Does, Part 3: The Confessions
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In Episode Three, we cover three of the rarest kinds of Doe cases: killers are known, but their victims remain unidentified. In episode three, two Jane Does are the victims of one killer—and another confession comes from the unlikeliest place-- a nursing home. Season 16 of The Fall Line takes on our most in-depth John and Jane Doe coverage yet: 22 …
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The Tennessee Does, Part 2: Eight Men Lost in Nashville
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Season 16 of The Fall Line takes on our most in-depth John and Jane Doe coverage yet: 22 files from MNPD’s cold-case unit, all covering the metro area’s unidentified decedents. More than ever, your help is needed to spread the word about each of the cases featured this season, and if you have any information—please, contact MNPD at 615-862-7803. Ep…
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The Tennessee Does, Part 1: Vandy Jane Doe and Orchard Jane Doe
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Season 16 of The Fall Line takes on our most in-depth John and Jane Doe coverage yet: 22 files from MNPD’s cold-case unit, all covering the metro area’s unidentified decedents. More than ever, your help is needed to spread the word about each of the cases featured this season, and if you have any information—please, contact MNPD at 615-862-7803. Ep…
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Unsafe Spaces is a serialized podcast that explores crimes that corrupt and exploit the places we’re meant to feel the safest; be it our churches, the gay community, or even our own homes. The first season, Tampa’s Missing Men, focuses on a series of disappearances and murders within Tampa’s gay community, and possibly beyond—and the two gay men wh…
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Listen Now: New Podcast “Ghost Story”
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Tristan Redman is a journalist who doesn’t believe in ghosts. But weird things happened in his teenage bedroom – weirder than normal. When, years later, he discovers subsequent occupants of his family home say they have been visited by the ghost of a faceless woman, he’s curious. It just so happens that the house Tristan grew up in is right next do…
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The Disappearance Of Derrick “Tank” Evans, Jr. — Valdosta, GA
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In November of 2020, Derrick “Tank” Evans, Jr. disappeared, in the middle of the day, from his Valdosta, GA apartment—in the middle of what his family describes as vital treatment for cancer. Our midseason episode highlights Derrick’s disappearance and his mother, Tamara’s difficulty in attracting attention and support —and she needs the support of…
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One of television's most popular true-crime series is now adapted for your ears with the “48 Hours” podcast. Every week, award-winning CBS News correspondents investigate the most intriguing crime and justice cases. Here’s a preview of a new “48 Hours” episode, “The Night of the Idaho Student Murders”. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant sits d…
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Behind the Line: Making The Fall Line
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For the first time ever, we’re answering listener questions about the show. We weren’t able to get to all of them, so we’ll be covering the rest on patreon. Our October midseason episode will cover the disappearance of Derrick “Tank” Evans, Jr., who was last seen in Valdosta, GA in 2020. But this time, we’re answering listener questions -- for the …
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Unsolved South Episode 5: The Murder of Susie Walker Quinn—Montezuma and Oglethorpe
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Our Unsolved South continues with the 1986 cold case homicide of Susie Walker Quinn, a beloved wife and mother, and community member from Macon County, GA. Susie’s family had deep roots in Montzeuma, Oglethorpe, and surrounding towns—but no one came forward with the information needed to solve her murder. The Fall Line’s newest season takes you thr…
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Unsolved South Episode 4: The Disappearance Of Sonya Tukes—Tennille
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The season continues with the coverage of the investigation into the 2004 disappearance of Sonya Lawona Tukes. The Fall Line’s newest season takes you through three cold cases in two states over the course of six episodes: two unsolved homicides and two disappearances spanning four decades, and all desperately in need of your attention for resoluti…
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Unsolved South Episode 3: The Disappearance Of Sonya Tukes—Tennille
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The season continues with the second case of Unsolved South, the disappearance of Sonya Lawona Tukes, a young mother from Tennille, GA, who went missing after she received a late-night phone call. The Fall Line’s newest season takes you through three cold cases in two states over the course of six episodes: two unsolved homicides and two disappeara…
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Unsolved South Episode 2: The Murder Of Travis Smith—North Augusta
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The season continues with our coverage of the investigation into the unsolved murder of Travis Smith, who was attacked by apparent strangers in North Augusta, South Carolina, in 2012—without any known motive. The Fall Line’s newest season takes you through three cold cases in two states over the course of six episodes: two unsolved homicides and tw…
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When Mike Williams vanishes on a hunting trip, the authorities suspect he was eaten by alligators but the true predators who took Mike may lurk much closer to home. The mystery of Mike’s disappearance might have faded from memory, if it wasn’t for one woman’s tireless crusade. From Wondery, comes a new season of Over My Dead Body; a story about an …
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Unsolved South Episode 1: The Murder Of Travis Smith—North Augusta
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The season begins with the story of the unsolved murder of Travis Smith, who was attacked by apparent strangers in North Augusta, South Carolina, in 2012—without any known motive. The Fall Line’s newest season takes you through three cold cases in two states over the course of six episodes: two unsolved homicides and two disappearances spanning fou…
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