Tonight’s Kinda Murdery is True-Crime-Noir at its most hard-boiled. As always, everything you're about to hear really happened. John Brunen, a 47-year-old, wealthy circus owner known as, “Honest John,” is murdered in his own home before he even has a chance to draw the pistol he always carries. “Honest John’s" life ended when he was decapitated, shot from behind, his head literally blown off by a double-barrelled shotgun fired through a locked window by  a shadowy, light-footed killer.  Brunen’s wife Doris, a former broadway chorus girl, is upstairs when she hears the fatal blasts. But the killer didn’t know that Brunen was a close friend of New Jersey super-sleuth Ellis H. Parker.  Parker swears vengeance, promising not to rest until the murderer is found.  Parker's as good as his word.  But promises don't mean much without results.  After investigating 600 possible suspects, he can't single clue. Parker's hit a stone wall, and he can't help but wonder why someone removed Brunen's talking parrot from the scene of the murder....What will Ellis H. Parker do next? If you’re ready to find out, please join host Zevon Odelberg for Kinda Murdery’s telling of, "THE DISAPPEARING PARROT!"Sources: https://gardenstatelegacy.com/files/Who_Shot_Honest_John_Bilby_GSL34.pdf https://ia601404.us.archive.org/32/items/true-detective-jan-1929/TrueDetectiveJan1929.pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.

Zevon's back went out yesterday (youch), so his friends from Haunted Detective stepped in to save the day!  Thanks Kelsey and Pamela!Haunted Detective is a true crime podcast that investigates the Macabre side of the world. Kelsey Childs and her friend Pamela J explore Paranormal mysteries nestled within the strangest crime cases you will ever hear about. From human doll makers and odd hauntings to people who vanished without a trace, the Haunted Detective podcast is a series that will make you question everything.If you like Kinda Murdery, you'll LOVE Haunted Detective! Subscribe to Haunted Detective Here:  https://link.chtbl.com/haunteddetectiveBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.

Zevon's dear friend, and a great freind of the show, Unicorn Tech Founder and larger-than-life impressario, Mahbod Moghadam has passed away.   On this episode Zevon talks about Mahbod, his life, their friendship, and who he REALLY was as a person (not just his headline-grabbing, sometimes-scandalous, online persona).  Then Kinda Murdery replays Mahbod's guest appearance from 2021 as they explore three different Kinda Murdery stories from Olancha,CA, including: "The Case of the Missing Body," "Steve Leslie Wilson," and finally "Super Human Pilot Peter Deleo."RIP Mahbod Moghadam you are so RAD and you are so MISSED.CALL 888-MURDERY, that's, 888-687-3379, to share YOUR Kinda Murdery story or your story of living with a disability or other challenges, and you could inspire an episode of the show!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.

Tune in for Northern Virginia's very own urban legend, "The Bunny Man," followed by "The Medici Easter Murder," and, "The Easter Massacre," on Kinda Murdery's very special CLASSIC 2023 Easter episode!Happy Easter everyone! Call 888-MURDERY to tell YOUR Kinda Murdery story!Sources: https://www.fodors.com/news/history/how-an-easter-murder-at-florences-most-famous-site-changed-the-renaissance https://www.americanhauntingsink.com/easter https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2022/06/06/easter-day-killer-11-family-members-dead-age-88/7538521001/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harvey_(1950_film) https://wamu.org/story/17/10/31/true-story-bunnyman-northern-virginias-gruesome-urban-legend/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.

Within Private Detective Ken Brennan's mind, the image of the suspect was vivid and constant—an imposing figure moving through life with an air of untouchable confidence. This mental portrait of the suspect, casually interacting with potential victims while secure in the belief that his heinous acts were untraceable, fueled Brennan's resolve. The notion of the attacker, brazen and unrepentant, blending into the everyday while hiding in plain sight, propelled Brennan forward. It was this compelling image, and the desire to shatter the perpetrator's smug assurance of anonymity, that drove him to push the limits of his investigation, seeking justice in a case that had become far more than just another job...Follow Private Detective Ken Brennan on his hunt for "The Suitcase Rapist," in the thrilling conclusion of Kinda Murdery's, "HOTEL HOUDINI: The Mystery of the Vanishing Victim..."CALL 888-MURDERY, that's, 888-687-3379, to share YOUR Kinda Murdery story or your story of living with a disability or other challenges, and you could inspire an episode of the show!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.Sources:https://www.vanityfair.com/culture/2010/12/vanishing-blonde-201012?redirectURL=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vanityfair.com%2Fculture%2F2010%2F12%2Fvanishing-blonde-201012 https://www.insideedition.com/how-serial-rapist-was-finally-caught-thanks-suitcase-and-eagle-eyed-private-investigator-51906 https://www.nola.com/news/suitcase-rapist-pleads-guilty-in-new-orleans-and-sentenced-to-45-years/article_dac682b5-3590-5a25-ac1e-63c384ada70f.html

In the early hours of a chilly winter morning in 2005, a grim discovery marks the beginning of a perplexing case that would haunt the western edge of Miami. Amid the transition where the orderly outer suburbia surrenders to the wild embrace of the Everglades, with its towering grass and dark, unforgiving mud, a scene unfolds that seems almost too brutal, too out of place. A local power-company worker, navigating through the routine of his day, drives by the desolate expanse of an unbuilt cul-de-sac. It's here, amidst the weeds and solitude, that he spots something. A young woman, merely 21, with long blond curls, lies facedown. She's naked, her body battered, an undeniable signal of the violence she endured, discarded at the very threshold of civilization and wilderness...CALL 888-MURDERY, that's, 888-687-3379, to share YOUR Kinda Murdery story or your story of living with a disability or other challenges, and you could inspire an episode of the show!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.Sources:https://www.vanityfair.com/culture/2010/12/vanishing-blonde-201012?redirectURL=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vanityfair.com%2Fculture%2F2010%2F12%2Fvanishing-blonde-201012 https://www.insideedition.com/how-serial-rapist-was-finally-caught-thanks-suitcase-and-eagle-eyed-private-investigator-51906 https://www.nola.com/news/suitcase-rapist-pleads-guilty-in-new-orleans-and-sentenced-to-45-years/article_dac682b5-3590-5a25-ac1e-63c384ada70f.html

In the sweltering early summer heat of the El Paso County desert, a search had persisted for three grueling days. Leading the operation was a young female detective, now gripped by a sense of anticipation that often precedes a significant discovery in homicide investigations. She harbored a strong conviction: the victim's body was concealed somewhere close. After a year marred by frustration, misleading leads, and dead ends, she felt today would mark a pivotal turn. Today, they would uncover what they had been tirelessly searching for. The search team was a diverse assembly: dog teams sniffing for any trace, high-tech gear scanning the rugged terrain, and volunteers from both a local military base and a nearby prison. Among them, a veteran Texas Ranger stood out. It was he who stumbled upon the first clue—a human bone, seemingly disturbed and brought to the surface by animals. Following this, a weathered tennis shoe emerged, then another bone...Legendary Magic the Gathering artist Anson Maddocks returns (with some CRAZY stories about art theft and crafting with a human femur...) as Kinda Murdery investigates the murder of Gary Patterson...CALL 888-MURDERY, that's, 888-687-3379, to share YOUR Kinda Murdery story or your story of living with a disability or other challenges, and you could inspire an episode of the show!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.Sources:https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/death-in-the-desert-6393311

The deeper her investigation into Rhoades's life and crimes went, the more apparent the unsettling parallels between their lives became. Despite the chasm between their intentions—one a survivor, the other a predator—they shared the grueling rhythm of life on the road. Both faced the relentless monotony and sleepless nights that come with constant movement, their world oscillating between tedium and terror. As she honed her instincts for survival amidst the ceaseless uncertainty of hitchhiking, Rhoades, in dark mirroring, was likely refining his methods of predation. Each had developed their own coping mechanisms, their rituals for navigating the endless highways, and their own cynical conclusions about human nature and its responses to extremity. This reflection did not equate their actions but illuminated the disturbing thought that life on the road could shape individuals in profoundly different, yet parallel, ways...CALL 888-MURDERY, that's, 888-687-3379, to share YOUR Kinda Murdery story or your story of living with a disability or other challenges, and you could inspire an episode of the show!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.Sources:https://www.gq.com/story/truck-stop-killer-gq-november-2012?printable=true https://serialkillershop.com/blogs/true-crime/regina-kay-walters-truck-stop-killer https://www.murderminute.com/story/the-truck-stop-killer https://allthatsinteresting.com/robert-ben-rhoadeshttps://thoughtcatalog.com/christine-stockton/2018/08/things-you-need-to-know-about-regina-kay-walters-robert-ben-rhoades-and-the-most-terrifying-photograph-of-all-time/

He methodically prowled the highways, targeting teenage girls who had run away, those seemingly invisible to the world. In the scorching summer of 1985, she was one such girl. A chance encounter on I-95 with a stranger led to the most petrifying ordeal of her life. Years on, she revisits the haunts of her fraught youth, seeking insights into the terror she faced and the fate of the girls who were not as lucky...CALL 888-MURDERY, that's, 888-687-3379, to share YOUR Kinda Murdery story or your story of living with a disability or other challenges, and you could inspire an episode of the show!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.Sources:https://www.gq.com/story/truck-stop-killer-gq-november-2012?printable=true https://serialkillershop.com/blogs/true-crime/regina-kay-walters-truck-stop-killer https://www.murderminute.com/story/the-truck-stop-killer https://allthatsinteresting.com/robert-ben-rhoadeshttps://thoughtcatalog.com/christine-stockton/2018/08/things-you-need-to-know-about-regina-kay-walters-robert-ben-rhoades-and-the-most-terrifying-photograph-of-all-time/

In the vibrant landscape of the mid-'90s, Sandra Boss, a Stanford graduate pursuing her MBA at Harvard, found her path crossing with an enigmatic figure through a familial introduction. Her sister, playing the role of matchmaker, introduced her to Clark Rockefeller. Rockefeller presented himself as a man of considerable pedigree, claiming descent from the illustrious Rockefeller family, known for their monumental influence on American industry and philanthropy, and Sandra Boss fell…hard.Yet, this burgeoning tale of love and legacy was set against a backdrop yet to be fully unveiled, with the narrative threads of Rockefeller's life waiting to be untangled. As the story unfolds, the true essence of Clark Rockefeller's identity and the authenticity of his claims would gradually come to light, challenging the perceptions and realities of the world Sandra Boss had been drawn into…Introducing a NEW Kinda Murdery Segment: At the end of the true crime tale, Zevon will share his "5 KEY TAKEAWAYS," and "THE MORAL," of the story as it relates to our own lives..You should, of course, draw your own conclusions...CALL 888-MURDERY, that's, 888-687-3379, to share YOUR Kinda Murdery story or your story of living with a disability or other challenges, and you could inspire an episode of the show!Sources: https://www.ranker.com/list/bizarre-true-crime-twists/chrissy-rosehttps://allthatsinteresting.com/clark-rockefellerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.

In the shadowed corners of the early 1970s, a tale begins to unfold, one that would linger in the memories of the small Russian town of Gorky for decades to come. Our story centers around a young boy named Anatoly Moskvin, a curious soul wandering the streets with the kind of restless energy that only the innocence of youth can harbor. It was during one of these aimless wanderings that the unexpected sight of a funeral procession halted him in his tracks…Stay tuned, as we delve deeper into the life of Anatoly Moskvin, and unravel the mystery of how a moment's encounter with death could weave a dark tapestry that would shock a nation and the world...Sources: https://authorcindyparmiter.medium.com/graverobber-the-chilling-story-of-ghoulish-dollmaker-anatoly-moskvin-586684a45ef5Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.

This Kinda Murdery Classic originally aired on October 22, 2022...You might know Charles Ponzi as the inventor of the pyramid scheme. But, did you know that he was a master of disguise? Did you know he went on the run from American and International authorities disguised as a waiter? Find out more...Only on Kinda Murdery!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.

In December 2000, in a remote area of the Oder River in Poland, three fishermen discovered a dead body, initially mistaken for a log, near the shore. The corpse, with a noose around its neck and hands bound, was identified as Dariusz Janiszewski, a 35-year-old businessman from Wroclaw, reported missing by his wife four weeks earlier. Janiszewski's body showed signs of torture, starvation, and drowning. Despite an extensive police investigation featuring scuba divers and forensic specialists, no significant evidence was found. Janiszewski, described as a gentle man and an amateur guitarist, had a stable personal life with no known debts, enemies, or criminal record. He and his wife were planning to adopt a child. The case remained a perplexing mystery with no apparent motive or suspects...Legendary Magic the Gathering Artist and friend of the show, ANSON MADDOCKS RETURNS and joins Zevon for this insane story of art imitating life, imitating art...Find Anson's incredible work here: https://ansonmaddocks.com/CALL 888-MURDERY, that's, 888-687-3379, to share YOUR Kinda Murdery story or your story of living with a disability or other challenges, and you could inspire an episode of the show!Sources:https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2008/02/11/true-crimehttps://www.theguardian.com/world/2007/sep/06/books.booksnewshttps://www.taipeitimes.com/News/feat/archives/2007/09/23/2003380130Kristen Bell vs. Christian BaleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.

This is a replay of an episode originally published on February 6th, 2022. Get ready for murder, diamond thievery, and a discussion of the primordial nature of dick pics, the versatility of prolapsed anus photos, and, "A Covid Family Christmas," as Niall Madden returns! This episode is hilarious AND ABSOLUTELY INAPPROPRIATE FOR ANYONE. You have been warned.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.

In 1966, Blanche's Kiser's father, Parker Davis Kiser Sr., passed away. His death was attributed to heart disease at the age of 62. Tragedy struck again in 1973, seven years following her father's death, Blanche discovered her husband, James Taylor, lifeless in their bed. At just 45 years old, he was pronounced dead, with a heart attack cited as the cause. The specter of heart disease seemed to loom over the men in Blanche's life. As our Kinda Murdery story unfolds, the circumstances surrounding these deaths beckon for a closer look, hinting at a deeper, perhaps darker, narrative playing out beneath the surface of Blanche Taylor's seemingly ordinary existence...CALL 888-MURDERY, that's, 888-687-3379, to share YOUR Kinda Murdery story or your story of living with a disability or other challenges, and you could inspire an episode of the show!Sources:https://www.oxygen.com/snapped/crime-news/blanche-taylor-moore-poisoning-deaths-death-row https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1989-08-22-vw-1071-story.htmlhttps://medium.com/lessons-from-history/the-oldest-women-on-death-row-is-90-4c67c8c1c874 https://www.wbtw.com/news/state-regional-news/turning-90-north-carolinas-blanche-moore-is-oldest-woman-on-death-row-in-us/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.

Coroner Simonds, analyzing the crime scene, focuses on a particularly striking detail—the substantial amount of blood present. This observation leads him to a hypothesis involving more than just the two victims. He speculates that the volume of blood could indicate the involvement of a third person, possibly an abductor who got wounded during a struggle. This theory propels Simonds to recommend a city-wide search of hospitals for anyone with unexplained injuries, a move that could potentially identify an injured suspect. On the other hand, the police, led by Detective Sergeant Lawrence McCarthy, are formulating a different theory. McCarthy posits that the women were forcibly ejected from a moving vehicle. The impact of this action, he theorizes, rendered them unconscious. Lillian Thompson, however, might have briefly regained consciousness, only to collapse again after dragging herself a short distance. This struggle for survival could explain the scrape marks on her face, a desperate attempt to find help before succumbing to her injuries...Find out the truth...Only on Kinda Murdery!CALL 888-MURDERY, that's, 888-687-3379, to share YOUR Kinda Murdery story or your story of living with a disability or other challenges, and you could inspire an episode of the show!Sources: https://historysevilecho.com/grant-park-double-murder/https://medium.com/lessons-from-history/two-dead-actresses-in-a-park-d27cebe94748Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.

It's the early morning of Sunday, November 14, 1920. Chicago is still asleep under the veil of night. But in the shadows, a mysterious figure emerges, draped in a dark overcoat and topped with a black derby hat.This myserious person makes a beeline for the Insurance Exchange Building on Eighteenth Street, moving with a purpose that suggests a plan long in the making. In the quiet building, the solitary figure encounters Tony Yanley, the dedicated elevator operator working the morning shift.With a firm and decisive tone, the stranger commands, “Take me up to the fourteenth floor.” The request is straightforward, yet it carries an air of urgency. Tony, adhering to his duties, complies, and together they ascend in a heavy silence that fills the elevator. The doors of the elevator stutter open on the fourteenth floor, a signal for the man in the overcoat to stride off towards a specific destination — the offices of Conkling, Price, and Webb, known in the city for their dealings in insurance. What business does this man have here, and why at such an ungodly hour? Meanwhile, across town, a telephone operator is jolted by an insistent buzz on her switchboard. It's a call that will soon send ripples across the city. The call is traced back to the very offices the mysterious man had visited. The voice on the other end is urgent: “Give me the police,” it demands...CALL 888-MURDERY, that's, 888-687-3379, to share YOUR Kinda Murdery story or your story of living with a disability or other challenges, and you could inspire an episode of the show!Sources: https://historysevilecho.com/grant-park-double-murder/ https://medium.com/lessons-from-history/two-dead-actresses-in-a-park-d27cebe94748Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.

In the quiet, idyllic suburb of Kensington, Maryland, a story unfolds that would shatter the tranquility of a close-knit community. The Lyon family, led by the father John, a familiar voice on WMAL Radio, and his wife Mary, seemed to epitomize the American dream. They had three children: an older son, Jay, who would later follow a path into law enforcement as a homicide detective, and two daughters, Katherine and Sheila...CALL 888-MURDERY, that's, 888-687-3379, to share YOUR Kinda Murdery story or your story of living with a disability or other challenges, and you could inspire an episode of the show!Sources: https://thecrimewire.com/true-crime/Two-sisters-Vanish-The-Lyons-CaseBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.

The most-compelling stories from the Kinda Murdery: INSOMNIAC Series...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.

In the cheery ambiance of the prison visiting room, Vincenzo Pipino, the seasoned art thief now turned inmate, sat contemplating his next move. He gently tapped the side of his espresso cup, a thoughtful gesture that hinted at his strategic mind. Breaking the silence with a caveat, he leaned forward and said, "This is a hypothetical story," emphasizing that the tale he was about to unfold might blur the lines between fact and fiction, a hallmark of his storytelling style...Find out what finally happened in this concluding episode of, "The Daylight Catburglar"...Only on Kinda Murdery!CALL 888-MURDERY, that's, 888-687-3379, to share YOUR Kinda Murdery story or your story of living with a disability or other challenges, and you could inspire an episode of the show!Sources: https://medium.com/epic-magazine/pipino-gentleman-thief-ede9713dafb1 https://news.artnet.com/art-world/meet-vincenzo-pipino-venices-notorious-gentleman-art-thief-148148 https://www.theguardian.com/world/2018/nov/17/venice-jewellery-heist-expert-insight-from-the-gentleman-thiefBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.