Criminology

Emash Digital & Mike Ferguson, Mike Morford

Criminology is a true crime podcast that takes a deep dive into some of the most famous cases in the annals of crime. Hosts Mike Ferguson and Mike Morford will give you every details of these infamous crimes. New episodes come out every Saturday night at 10 PM. read less

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Listen Now: 48 Hours

Listen Now: 48 Hours

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 down with family members of Kaylee Goncalves and Xana Kernodle, two of the four University of Idaho students shockingly murdered the night of November 13, 2022. You can hear the rest of this episode on the “48 Hours” podcast from CBS News. For even more “48 Hours”, listen to the new “Post Mortem” series every Tuesday, where the correspondents and producers share their first hand experiences reporting on the compelling cases they cover. Listen to 48 Hours ad-free right now by joining Wondery Plus in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts: http://wondery.fm/48_CRM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episodes

Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt

Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt

Ruby Franke began making videos on YouTube and, over time, created a pretty large following. The videos on her channel, named 8 Passengers, focused on her family of eight as they navigated through life. However, the audience began to see some disturbing signs in the Franke's parenting. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt. Jodi was a licensed therapist who began working with the Franke family. But she bonded with Ruby to the point that she began following her advice and teachings. This relationship was combustible, and it caused irreparable harm to the Franke children. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

JonBenét Ramsey Part 3

JonBenét Ramsey Part 3

The Ramsey family, 53-year-old John, 39-year-old Patricia, 9-year-old Burke, and 6-year-old JonBenét, lived what appeared to be an idyllic life in Boulder, Colorado. That happy family life was shattered on December 26th, 1996, after JonBenét was found dead in the home. Join Mike and Morf for this third and last episode covering the murder of JonBenét Ramsey. We cover a number of people who have been viewed as possible over the years, both inside and outside of the family. You can help support the show at pareon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

JonBenét Ramsey Part 2

JonBenét Ramsey Part 2

The Ramsey family, 53-year-old John, 39-year-old Patricia, 9-year-old Burke, and 6-year-old JonBenét, lived what appeared to be an idyllic life in Boulder, Colorado. That happy family life was shattered on December 26th, 1996, after JonBenét was found dead in the home. Join Mike and Morf for this second episode covering the murder of JonBenét Ramsey. The investigation continued, and the DA took the case before a grand jury. The results were perplexing and seemingly did little to propel the case forward. You can help support the show at pareon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

JonBenét Ramsey Part 1

JonBenét Ramsey Part 1

The Ramsey family, 53-year-old John, 39-year-old Patricia, 9-year-old Burke, and 6-year-old JonBenét, lived what appeared to be an idyllic life in Boulder, Colorado. That happy family life was shattered on December 26th, 1996, after JonBenét was found dead in the home. Join Mike and Morf for this first episode covering the murder of JonBenét Ramsey. Patsy discovered a ransom note as she went downstairs to make coffee. This led to a 911 call, the police arriving, and a frantic search for JonBenét. She was eventually found in the basement of the home. This case immediately garnered national headlines and continues to intrigue many people today. You can help support the show at pareon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Wonderland Murders

The Wonderland Murders

In the 1970s, John Holmes was a popular adult film star. He began a downward spiral after getting hooked on drugs and made a series of bad decisions that were also criminal. His connection to the Wonderland gang landed him in court, facing murder charges. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss John Holmes and the Wonderland murders. In the late 1980s, John pitched the gang an idea to rob a drug dealer. When several people were murdered in the house on Wonderland Avenue, it was thought that it was revenge and that John was involved. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Murder of Jennifer Dulos

The Murder of Jennifer Dulos

In 2019, 50-year-old Jennifer Dulos, a mother of five children, disappeared. She was separated from her husband, Fotis, who had admitted to having an affair with a woman named Michelle Troconis. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the disappearance and murder of Jennifer Dulos. Fotis Dulos didn't appear very concerned that the mother of his children had disappeared. As police began to look into him, they found a mountain of evidence against Fotis and his accomplices. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Cowden Family Murders

The Cowden Family Murders

In 1974, the Cowden family disappeared on a camping trip in Oregon and eventually their bodies were found. It quickly became evident that they were murder victims. But who killed the Cowden family and why? Despite a strong suspect in the case, it remains unsolved 50 years later. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the Cowden family murders. One man on the mind of authorities as a possible suspect was Dwain Lee Little, an Oregon resident, though he had spent some of those years at the Oregon State Penitentiary. Dide Dwain Little murder the Cowden family or was it someone else? You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeffrey and Jeanette Navin

Jeffrey and Jeanette Navin

In 2015, 56-year-old Jeffrey Navin and his 55-year-old wife, Jeanette, disappeared. Their son, 27-year-old Kyle Navin, was the last person who had spoken to either of them. Kyle was quickly suspected of being involved in the disappearance of his parents. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Jeffrey and Jeanette Navin. The Navins owned a waste management company and their absence was quickly noticed. As the details of the case emerged it was clear that Kyle and his girlfriend had planned to get rid of the Navins. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 2012, Cari Farver was a 37-year-old single mother living in Iowa. She met Dave Kroupa on a dating website, and the two hit it off. But very soon into the relationship, Dave began receiving hateful messages from Cari. Then, the messages turned into stalking. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Cari Farver. It wasn't just Dave Kroupa who was receiving threatening messages from Cari. Liz Golyar, whom Dave had dated before Cari, also began receiving them. This went on for years. There was one big problem, though, because although Cari was thought to be sending messages to people, no one had seen her in person over the years. It took multiple agencies to put the pieces of the puzzle together, and what they found out astounded everyone. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On June 4th, 2010, his stepmother, Terri, took Kyron Horman to school. 7-year-old Kyron usually rode the bus, but there was a science fair at school, and he needed help transporting his project. He never made it to class and didn't return home. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the case of Kyron Horman, one that has gripped the true crime world for years now. Witnesses saw Kyron and Terri at the science fair that day, but what happened after that remains a mystery. Much of the suspicion surrounding Kyron's disappearance has fallen on Terri, but she has maintained her innocence. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Chowchilla Kidnappings

The Chowchilla Kidnappings

In 1976, 3 armed men kidnapped a bus full of kids in Chowchilla, California. Along with their bus driver, Ed Ray, the kids were in for a harrowing experience. But the kidnappings for ransom did not go as the kidnappers had planned. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the Chowchilla kidnappings. The phone lines were so jammed with calls from worried parents that the kidnappers couldn't phone in their demands. In the meantime, the kids and the bus driver attempted a daring escape. 24-year-old Frederick Woods and brothers James and Rick Schoenfeld were quickly identified as the masterminds behind the kidnappings for ransom. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In June 2008, Travis Alexander was discovered dead inside his bathroom. He was scheduled to leave the next day to meet up with friends for a vacation in Cancun, Mexico. Almost immediately, Travis's friends started pointing the finger at one person, his ex-girlfriend Jodi Arias. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Jodi Arias and the murder of Travis Alexander. Jodi was suspected from the start because of the obsessive and stalking-like behavior she displayed after the breakup. Then, the crime evidence linked her in a way that would have been difficult for any defense attorney to overcome. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Colonial Parkway Murders

The Colonial Parkway Murders

The Colonial Parkway Murders is a series of murders & presumed murders of couples that occurred on or near Virginia’s Colonial Parkway from 1986 to 1989. In all, three couples were found murdered, and one couple was never found at all, and they are presumed to have been murdered. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the Colonial Parkway murders. For years, people wondered if one lone serial killer was responsible for all of these cases. Well, finally, a killer has been identified, but it has only led to more questions. Was he the only killer prowling the Colonial Parkway, or were there multiple predators? You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 1989, Amy Mihaljevic failed to return home from school to her Bay Village, Ohio, home. Amy's mother, Margaret, had started to worry after Amy's brother said she wasn't home. Margaret received a call from Amy and felt she was safe, but her concern returned when she arrived home to find out Amy wasn't there. Jon Mike and Morf as they discuss the disappearance and murder of Amy Mihaljevic. The community came out in support and to help search for Amy. But sadly, her body was found in a farmer's field over three months after she disappeared. Police discovered during the investigation that Amy had been contacted by a man who said he would help Amy get a present for her mother to celebrate a promotion. An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gypsy Rose Blanchard

Gypsy Rose Blanchard

Gypsy Rose Blanchard's illnesses began when she was an infant. Her mother, DeeDee Blanchard, took her to the hospital often for a variety of symptoms. DeeDee told her daughter that she suffered from various diseases. All of this turned out to be a lie. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Gypsy Rose Blanchard. As Gypsy got older she wanted to date and live her life. DeeDee didn't want this because she needed to keep Gypsy isolated. When Gypsy met a man named Nicholas Godejohn, they eventually settled on the idea that DeeDee needed to die. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nikole Betterson

Nikole Betterson

In 1977, at the age of 2, Nikole Betterson was involved in a car accident in Michigan with her mom and dad that killed her mom, Susan Klingel. Nikole's dad, Jarrett Betterson, showed up at Nikole's maternal grandparents just a few months later with another woman and claimed they were moving out west. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the disappearance of Nikole Betterson. Many years later, Nikole's grandparents tried to find her, even employing a private investigator. The private investigator found no evidence of Nikole after early 1978. This started an investigation that saw a number of strange events but no definitive answers about what happened to Nikole. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mary Kay Letourneau

Mary Kay Letourneau

In 1996, Mary Kay Letourneau, a 34-year-old teacher and married mother, began an illicit and illegal relationship with her 12-year-old student, Villi Fualaau. It became one of the most high-profile, most covered, and most talked about cases of the time. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the infamous case of Mary Kay Letourneau. When she was arrested and the relationship came to light, the tabloids couldn’t get enough of the story. What followed were a bunch of twists, and if you are unfamiliar with this case, you may be very surprised at the final outcome. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Honolulu Strangler

The Honolulu Strangler

The Honolulu Strangler case is a series with multiple victims, all clearly linked to one killer. The term “serial killer” had first been used less than one decade before these murders began, so it really didn’t take long for the Aloha state to have one of its own. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the case of The Honolulu Strangler. This perpetrator, assuming it is just one, was responsible for the deaths of at least five women. At least one very viable suspect popped up on police radar during the investigation, but charges were never brought against him. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Leonard Lake and Charles Ng

Leonard Lake and Charles Ng

Leonard Lake and Charles Ng are among the most infamous duos in the annals of true crime. They murdered indiscriminately and abducted, raped, and tortured women in a specially built underground bunker. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the lives and crimes of Leonard Lake and Charles Ng. These men had no regard for human life and stopped at nothing to satisfy their own desires. When the authorities finally unraveled the true nature of their crimes, they were horrified. Journal entries and even videos documented what they had done and the reasons behind it. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On July 18th, 2014, 41-year-old Dan Markel was stalked and killed inside the garage of his Tallahassee, Florida home. There were very few clues early on in the investigation, but someone had seen a green Toyota Prius in the area. The authorities were certain Dan had been targeted for murder. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Dan Markel. It didn't take long for the authorities to focus on Dan's ex-wife Wendi and her family. As everything unraveled, the scope of those involved was shocking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices