Episodes
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Grab your glass and get cozy, letâs book club it up!
Join us as we dive into âMidnight in Chernobylâ by Adam Higginbotham.
Here we will be discussing our thoughts and feelings about the book, author, case, and the HBO miniseries âChernobylâ. We have already posted a three part series covering the Chernobyl disaster, so if you haven't yet, go check that out! If you read the book along with us, it isn't necessary to listen to the case episodes first but we would appreciate it anyways.
Make sure to check out our socials and add to the conversation. We love listener feedback and responses so feel free to answer our questions as well!
Email: [email protected]
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Instagram: @murdermerlotpodcast
Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Cheers! *Tink*
Midnight in Chernobyl discussion starts at 3:50
Chernobyl HBO miniseries discussion starts at 54:07
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Grab your glass and get cozy, letâs talk about.. the worldâs largest nuclear disaster!
In the third and final part of our Chernobyl series, we will be wrapping up what transpired years after the disaster and what the area is like today.
Join us as we get into the investigation, trial, and conviction of those that were held responsible for the nuclear reactor explosion. We will also discuss how the hazardous site was finally contained from the rest of the world, a new terrifying discovery within the plant, and if there are any current dangers we should be concerned about today.
On the lighter side of things, we threw in plenty of urban legends, myths, and conspiracy theories; because who doesnât love a good conspiracy theory!? Weâve got zombies, mothman, aliens.. The list goes on! Listen to find out more and let us know if you would still be game to visit the Chernobyl exclusion zone after all of this.
Make sure to check out our socials and add to the conversation. As always, answer our questions at the end and we might read your response on next week's show!
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Murder & Merlot Podcast
Instagram:@murdermerlopodcast
Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Book Reference:
Midnight in Chernobyl by Adam Higginbotham
Note: We will have a separate book club episode to discuss this book in further detail!
Cheers! *Tink*
Psst.. don't like all the chit-chat? That's cool. Skip to 6:37 to start the case.
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Grab your glass and get cozy, letâs talk about.. the worldâs largest nuclear disaster!
In Part 2 of our 3 Part series on the Chernobyl disaster we will be discussing the immediate after effects of the deadly 1986 explosion.
Join us as we deep dive into the efforts taken to not only clean up the highly radioactive debris from the accident site but also the steps that were taken to keep it a secret from the rest of the world. Not only were the dangerous levels of radiation threatening all of those in the vicinity, it was beginning to spread to other countries and the threat of further disasters were looming.
We will tell you all you need to know about the fires that threatened the plant, the people involved in the clean up and cover up, the evacuations, the thousands of âliquidatorsâ that risked their lives with no hesitation, those that suffered from acute radiation syndrome and the medical teams that fought to keep them alive. Would all of these heroic sacrifices be worth it in the end, though? Listen now to find out more!
Make sure to check out our socials and add to the conversation. As always, answer our questions at the end and we might read your response on next week's show!
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Murder & Merlot Podcast
Instagram:@murdermerlopodcast
Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Book Reference:
Midnight in Chernobyl by Adam Higginbotham
Note: We will have a separate book club episode to discuss this book in further detail!
Cheers! *Tink*
Psst.. don't like all the chit-chat? That's cool. Skip to 8:06 to start the case.
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We are putting down our books and picking up the paper, because this is The Mourning News!
This episode includes some true crime news updates, a serial killer identified after perishing in a plane crash, a Texas teen that used fire as a means of murder, and a bizarre article at the end to lighten the mood.
Check out our socials to take a closer look at these articles. Also make sure to send us stories you think should be featured on The Mourning News!
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Murder & Merlot Podcast
Instagram: @murdermerlotpodcast
Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Cheers! *Tink*
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Grab your glass and get cozy, let's talk about.. the world's largest nuclear disaster!
We are definitely stepping into new territory with this one, as we dive into the unsettling case of the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant accident.
Get ready for science class as this episode will be all about radiation, nuclear power, and what series of events lead up to the explosion on April 26, 1986, in Reactor Number Four. We tried to make it a bit more entertaining than your high school physics class so donât run away!
Join us as we discuss the construction of the power plant, along with the city that housed the workers, how nuclear energy works and its destructive history, what radiation is and the effects it can have on humans, and of course, exactly how the nuclear accident occurred in Chernobyl and the events that immediately followed.
You may be asking, could this really be considered a true crime case? We certainly think so! Not only is it a dark and twisty topic, but it has a trial, conviction, and possibly the highest death toll out of all of any story weâve covered in the past.. and perhaps, even in the future. But youâll have to come back for Part 2 to learn all of those details!
Make sure to check out our socials and add to the conversation. As always, answer our questions at the end and we might read your response on next week's show!
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Murder & Merlot Podcast
Instagram:@murdermerlopodcast
Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Book Reference:
Midnight in Chernobyl by Adam Higginbotham
Note: We will have a separate book club episode to discuss this book in further detail!
Cheers! *Tink*
Psst.. don't like all the chit-chat? That's cool. Skip to 5:45 to start the case.
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We are putting down our books and picking up the paper, because this is The Mourning News!
This episode includes a true crime news update, a subway stabbing spree, mistaken and mishandled remains, and a bizarre article at the end to lighten the mood.
Check out our socials to take a closer look at these articles. Also make sure to send us stories you think should be featured on The Mourning News!
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Murder & Merlot Podcast
Instagram: @murdermerlotpodcast
Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Cheers! *Tink*
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Grab your glass and get cozy, letâs book club it up!
Join us as we dive into âSmall Sacrificesâ by Ann Rule.
Here we will be discussing our thoughts and feelings about the book, author, and case. We have already posted a two part series about the case of Diane Downs, the murderous mother, that was inspired by the book. If you haven't yet, go check them out! If you read the book along with us, it isn't necessary to listen to the case episodes first but we would appreciate it anyways.
Make sure to check out our socials and add to the conversation. We love listener feedback and responses so feel free to answer our questions as well!
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Murder & Merlot Podcast
Instagram: @murdermerlotpodcast
Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Cheers! *Tink*
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Grab your glass and get cozy, let's talk about murder!
In this episode we wrap up the case of child-murderer Diane Downs, as we discuss her arrest, trial, and conviction.
With a focus on the trial, we will find out how one of Dianeâs surviving victims, her own nine year old daughter, became the star witness that helped put her behind bars. With additional evidence, we are now also able to paint a more clear picture of what actually happened on the night of May 19, 1983 on Old Mohawk Road. Unfortunately, even after this devil-woman was finally put behind bars, the story doesn't end as she was able to escape prison in 1987.
Join us for this rollercoaster as we uncover the truth in Dianeâs web of lies, the damning evidence that thankfully locked her away, her escape and recapture from Oregon Womenâs Correctional Institute, and where she and her surviving children are today.
Make sure to check out our socials and add to the conversation. As always, answer our questions at the end and we might read your response on next week's show!
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Murder & Merlot Podcast
Instagram:@murdermerlopodcast
Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Book Reference:
Small Sacrifices by Ann Rule
Note: We will have a separate book club episode to discuss this book in further detail!
Cheers! *Tink*
Psst.. don't like all the chit-chat? That's cool. Skip to 4:24 to start the case.
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We are putting down our books and picking up the paper, because this is The Mourning News!
This episode includes a couple of true crime news updates, a reckless Redneck Rave, the mysterious death of a billionaire tech guru, and a bizarre article that will drive you nuts. Stick around to the very end to find out what book we will be covering for our next series!
Check out our socials to take a closer look at these articles. Also make sure to send us stories you think should be featured on The Mourning News!
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Murder & Merlot Podcast
Instagram: @murdermerlotpodcast
Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Cheers! *Tink*
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Grab your glass and get cozy, let's talk about murder!
For our next series we'll be diving into the horrendous and aggravating case of Diane Downs.
In this episode we sift through the garbage that is Dianeâs story of how her three children and herself were attacked by an apparent âshaggy-hair gunmanâ. Her story, like garbage, stinks, and the police are not buying it.
In this series we will discuss how the night of May 19, 1983 unfolded and try to answer the many questions that surround this case. Why did the attacker target the three children, while the mother only had a gunshot wound to her left forearm? Who was this woman that did not even react to the news that her daughter had died? What led up to this night? Who are the men that were left in her wake? And what really happened that night down on Old Mohawk Road?
Join us for Part 1 to find out the events that took place in the ER that night, Dianeâs version of the story, her early life, relationships, and pregnancies, and the evidence that is starting to pile up against her.
Make sure to check out our socials and add to the conversation. As always, answer our questions at the end and we might read your response on next week's show!
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Murder & Merlot Podcast
Instagram:@murdermerlopodcast
Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Book Reference:
Small Sacrifices by Ann Rule
Note: We will have a separate book club episode to discuss this book in further detail!
Cheers! *Tink*
Psst.. don't like all the chit-chat? That's cool. Skip to 5:30 to start the case.
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We are putting down our books and picking up the paper, because this is The Mourning News!
This episode is an important one. Like the rest of Canada, and the world, we were deeply saddened to hear of the discovered remains of 215 children found at the former Kamloops Indian Residential School. We discuss the details of the developing case, what took place in residential schools, and provide resources for those looking for support or more information (see links below).
We also give an update in the Lori Vallow case, cover a story of a missing teen found safe and, of course, we include a bizarre article at the end to lighten the mood.
Check out our socials to take a closer look at these articles. Also make sure to send us stories you think should be featured on The Mourning News!
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Murder & Merlot Podcast
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Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Cheers! *Tink*
Resources:
A National Indian Residential School Crisis Line has been set up to provide support for former students and those affected. Access emotional and crisis referral services by calling the 24-hour national crisis line: 1-866 925-4419.
Within B.C., the KUU-US Crisis Line Society provides a First Nations and Indigenous-specific crisis line available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It's toll-free and can be reached at 1-800-588-8717 or online at kuu-uscrisisline.com.
For additional information and to find out steps you can take visit https://oncanadaproject.ca/settlerstakeaction
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We are putting down our books and picking up the paper, because this is The Mourning News!
This episode includes a mummified cult leader, a porn star poisoner, and a bizarre story at the end to lighten the mood.. Well to be honest, all of the stories this week are pretty light and pretty bizarre. You will definitely want to tune in and find out all of the details!
Check out our socials to take a closer look at these articles. Also make sure to send us stories you think should be featured on The Mourning News!
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Murder & Merlot Podcast
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Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Cheers! *Tink*
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Grab your glass and get cozy, letâs book club it up!
Join us as we dive into âHelter Skelter: The True Story of The Manson Murdersâ by Vincent Bugliosi & Curt Gentry.
Here we will be discussing our thoughts and feelings about the book, author, and case. We have already posted a four part series about The Manson Family Murders that was inspired by the book, so if you haven't yet, go check it out! If you read the book along with us, it isn't necessary to listen to the case episodes first but we would appreciate it anyways.
Make sure to check out our socials and add to the conversation. We love listener feedback and responses so feel free to answer our questions as well!
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Murder & Merlot Podcast
Instagram: @murdermerlotpodcast
Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Cheers! *Tink*
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We are putting down our books and picking up the paper, because this is The Mourning News!
This episode includes a Murder & Merlot update, some true crime news updates, vampire facials, attacks on ambulance workers, and a bizarre article at the end to lighten the mood.. Well that last part is questionable but the story is certainly bizarre!
Check out our socials to take a closer look at these articles. Also make sure to send us stories you think should be featured on The Mourning News!
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Murder & Merlot Podcast
Instagram: @murdermerlotpodcast
Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Cheers! *Tink*
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Grab your glass and get cozy, the conclusion to The Manson Family Murders is finally here!
We never thought we would have a four part series but if there was ever a case to do so, this would be the one!
Terra fell deep into the rabbit hole and dug up all kinds of conspiracy theories and possible connected attempted and unsolved murders. We also wrap up the other trials relating to the The Family and we find out where everyone is now, over fifty years after the crimes took place.
Join us as we discuss the details of the final sentencing, prison life, how this case changed the world, and of course, we remember the many victims that had their lives taken from them too soon.
Make sure to check out our socials and add to the conversation. As always, answer our questions at the end and we might read your response on next week's show!
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Murder & Merlot Podcast
Instagram:@murdermerlopodcast
Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Book References:
Helter Skelter: The True Story of the Manson Murders by Vincent Bugliosi & Curt Gentry
Note: We will have a separate book club episode to discuss this book in further detail!
Cheers! *Tink*
Psst.. don't like all the chit-chat? That's cool. Skip to 5:33 to start the case.
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We are putting down our books and picking up the paper, because this is The Mourning News!
This episode includes a true crime news update, a bizarre murder involving eyedrops and later a helicopter, a missing child story with a happy ending, and a bizarre article at the end to lighten the mood.
Check out our socials to take a closer look at these articles. Also make sure to send us stories you think should be featured on The Mourning News!
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Murder & Merlot Podcast
Instagram: @murdermerlotpodcast
Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Cheers! *Tink*
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Grab your glass and get cozy, let's talk about murder!
In Part 3 of The Manson Family Murders, we are going to trial!
We will discuss all of the puzzle pieces that prosecuting attorney, Vincent Bugliosi, had put together in order to establish the motive behind the gruesome Tate-LaBianca murders and to prove that the co-defendants were guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. Those being tried for conspiracy to commit murder and murder in the first degree included: Charles Manson, Susan Atkins, Patricia Krenwinkel, and Leslie Van Houten.
Of course, that would not be an easy task as the motive, 'helter sketler', was far from conventional and the mastermind behind it all, was not actually present for the slayings. If the case itself wasn't difficult enough, the trial complicated things even further. With the constant disruptions, threats towards the Judge and prosecutor, an attempted murder, and another dead body discovered, it is no wonder that the events in that courtroom made history.
Join us as we discuss the details of the indictments, witness testimony, the criminal trial, penalty trial, convictions, and the sentencing.
Make sure to check out our socials and add to the conversation. As always, answer our questions at the end and we might read your response on next week's show!
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Murder & Merlot Podcast
Instagram:@murdermerlopodcast
Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Book References:
Helter Skelter: The True Story of the Manson Murders by Vincent Bugliosi & Curt Gentry
Note: We will have a separate book club episode to discuss this book in further detail!
Cheers! *Tink*
Psst.. don't like all the chit-chat? That's cool. Skip to 3:44 to start the case.
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We are putting down our books and picking up the paper, because this is The Mourning News!
This episode includes some true crime news updates, the death of the notorious Amityville Horror killer (our first listener requested story), the Atlanta Spa Shootings, and a bizarre article at the end to lighten the mood.
Check out our socials to take a closer look at these articles. Also make sure to send us stories you think should be featured on The Mourning News!
Email: [email protected]
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Instagram: @murdermerlotpodcast
Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Cheers! *Tink*
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Grab your glass and get cozy, let's talk about murder!
Here we go! Part 2 of the bizarre and intricate story of The Manson Family Murders!
In this episode we start connecting the murders with those that were responsible for them, including the man that orchestrated it all: Charles Manson.
It all started to unravel when two young women were found by police trying to escape the hippie cult they had been living with, out in the desert. They were able to point detectives in the right direction by giving them the name Susan Atkins, who had apparently been involved with the murder of Gary Hinman. It turns out that Susan also liked to share her experiences with gruesome murder and âHelter Skelterâ with other inmates. It was also discovered that Charlie tried to keep the biker gang âThe Straight Satansâ around his commune as well, and they too had a wealth of information to share.
Join us as we discuss the details of the jailhouse confessions, a firsthand account of the Tate murders, even more deaths, and of course, we get to meet âThe Familyâ.
Make sure to check out our socials and add to the conversation. As always, answer our questions at the end and we might read your response on next week's show!
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Murder & Merlot Podcast
Instagram:@murdermerlopodcast
Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Book References:
Helter Skelter: The True Story of the Manson Murders by Vincent Bugliosi & Curt Gentry
Note: We will have a separate book club episode to discuss this book in further detail!
Also make sure to check out the podcast Small Town Not Small Minds! The wonderful hosts, Alix and Amy, are changing the way society thinks about life in small towns. They take on culture, local businesses, understanding tough subjects, and positive movements in small communities through personal narratives and guests on the show. It is a great palate cleanser when you over do it on the true crime shows! Check it out and we hope you enjoy: https://linktr.ee/smalltownnotsmallminds
Cheers! *Tink*
Psst.. don't like all the chit-chat? That's cool. Skip to 5:09 to start the case.
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We are putting down our books and picking up the paper, because this is The Mourning News!
This episode includes a virtual court hearing win, the release of a convicted sex-offender, the strangulation of a strangler, and a bizarre article at the end to lighten the mood.
Check out our socials to take a closer look at these articles. Also make sure to send us stories you think should be featured on The Mourning News!
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Murder & Merlot Podcast
Instagram: @murdermerlotpodcast
Twitter: @murderandmerlo1
Cheers! *Tink*
Note: Sorry the audio quality on this episode is not the best- the Zoom Gods are mad at us apparently.
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