Best Leon Walker Podcasts (2026)

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Destiny McClain Replay 38:55

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Destiny McClain was shot and killed outside Karamba Nightclub at 17th and McDowell in Phoenix, Arizona, on July 18, 2021. A car was seen leaving the area eastbound on McDowell Road from 17th Street. The vehicle was described as being a newer dark-colored sedan with four doors. Anyone with information is asked to contact Phoenix police at 602-262-61…

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Most Anticipated TV Shows of 2026 w/ Good Sleepy 52:48

6d ago52:48

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2025 has been a banner year for TV, but can 2026 top it? Good Sleepy joins SeanWebsite to rank our top ten most anticipated TV Shows of 2026! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Support Good Sleepy! Website | Instagram | Facebook | Pre-Save 'Constant Humming' …

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Building a Literary Community with Sofía Aguilar 46:03

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Join host Lee Schneider for an insightful discussion with poet, author, and library professional Sofía Aguilar as she she shares her journey through both indie and traditional publishing. She offers a candid look at the barriers in publishing and the importance of creating accessible literary communities. Whether you're interested in publishing pat…

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Sodder Family Interview with Miranda Weeks, Great Great Granddaughter of Jennie and George Sodder 1:35:13

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At around 1:00 am on December 25, 1945, Jennie Sodder woke up to smoke pouring into her bedroom. She woke up her husband, George, and they started evacuating the house of their nine children. By the time the fire took over the Sodder residence, only Jennie, George, and four of their children made it outside safely. George and two of his sons franti…

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The Sodder Family Replay 35:32

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At around 1:00 am on December 25, 1945, Jennie Sodder woke up to smoke pouring into her bedroom. She woke up her husband, George, and they started evacuating the house of their nine children. By the time the fire took over the Sodder residence, only Jennie, George, and four of their children made it outside safely. George and two of his sons franti…

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Danny Leal of Upon A Burning Body 54:40

13d ago54:40

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Fresh off their new album, 'Blood of the Bull," Danny of Upon A Burning Body joins the show to talk about having a song featured in a horror movie, video game soundtrack aspirations, choosing to focus on positivity, and much more! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you…

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The Boca Raton Mall Kidnappings 46:47

12d ago46:47

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In 2007, the affluent community of Boca Raton, Florida, was grippedby terror when a series of brutal attacks and kidnappings struck the TownCenter Mall. Over the span of just nine months, three separate incidentstargeted mothers shopping in the middle of the day. While some investigators have said that there is a hunter of women on the loose, a col…

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Writing Hope into Climate Fiction with Julie Carrick Dalton 35:01

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In this conversation, host Lee Schneider explores the intersection of nature, storytelling, and climate change with Julie Carrick Dalton, author of The Last Beekeeper, and the upcoming novel The Forest Becomes Her. Our discussion digs into how nature functions as a character in her work, the delicate balance between hope and realism when writing ab…

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Shawn Spann of I The Breather 51:20

20d ago51:20

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In anticipation of their comeback show THIS WEEKEND, Shawn Spann of I The Breather joins the show to chat about PlayStation 1 Demo Discs, VHS tapes, his favorite shows of the year, & Stranger Things 5. EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Support I The Breather…

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Patricia Meehan 53:51

13d ago53:51

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On the night of April 20, 1989, a desolate stretch of highway near Circle, Montana, was plunged into chaos. After a head-on collision, Patricia Meehan emerged from the wreckage, dazed but seemingly unharmed. She was not frantic or crying for help. Instead, she was unnervingly silent. Patricia then climbed a fence, watched the aftermath for a moment…

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Myke Terry of Volumes 52:06

27d ago52:06

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In celebration of their new record, "Mirror Touch," Myke Terry of Volumes joins the show to talk about video games that shaped his childhood, gems on Netflix and Paramount+, and what TV shows dominate his free time when he's not on the road. EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying th…

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Christie Farni 47:23

22d ago47:23

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On December 14, 1978, six-year-old Christi Lynn Farnitestified in front of a grand jury to describe the abuse she suffered from herfather. Just hours later, she was reported missing to the Medford, Oregon,police department. Her case is now the oldest unsolved case of a missing child in the entire county. Christie is white with brown hair and brown …

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Falling in Love with Books, featuring Pat Walker of Vroman's Bookstore 41:19

1M ago41:19

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In this conversation with Lee Schneider, Pat Walker discusses the importance of bookstores as community hubs and places of cultural culture. Drawing from his experiences as a bookseller in Vroman's Bookstore in Pasadena, CA, Pat believes that the genre of science fiction/fantasy is more popular than it has been in the past. He's also a big fan of t…

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Brad & Luc of Calling All Captains 53:43

23d ago53:43

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Luc & Brad of Calling All Captains join the show to talk about albums that inspired their new EP, growing up playing Pokémon, recent anime obsessions, and so much more! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Support Calling All Captains! Pre-Order 'The Things Tha…

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Margaret and Seana Tapp 47:45

28d ago47:45

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In 1984, the Tapp family made a home at 13 Kelvin Drive in the Melbourne suburb of Ferntree Gully, Victoria, Australia. It’s been described as a safe, peaceful suburb with a near-zero crime rate. 35-year-old Margaret Tapp thought it was the ideal place to raise her two children, 9-year-old Seana and 14-year-old Justin. She’d been divorced from her …

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Tim Comeau of Wind Walkers 56:47

1M ago56:47

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This week, Sean is joined by Tim of Wind Walkers to talk about their biggest musical inspirations, Pluribus, fantasy series, rewatching Stranger Things, Predator: Badlands, and so much more! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Support Wind Walkers! Website | I…

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The Literary Courage and Writing Community of Richie Billing 48:42

1M ago48:42

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Richie Billing made a bold leap from a legal career to become an acclaimed fantasy writer and teacher. What makes his story inspiring? His unwavering commitment to empowering fellow writers. Richie is the author of Pariah’s Lament. His latest book is Together We Rise. Lee Schneider and Richie discuss the structure of Together We Rise, why the fight…

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Lars Mittank Re-release 49:40

1M ago49:40

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Lars Mittank was last seen running out of the Varna Airport in Bulgaria on July 8th, 2014. He left his belongings behind and has never been heard from since. Despite being "the most famous missing person on YouTube," his case remains unsolved. Follow his family on Facebook and submit information here: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/findetlarsmittank⁠ Wa…

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Frank Zummo of Electric Callboy & Sum 41 58:32

2M ago58:32

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In celebration of his new book 'Unbreakable Rhythm,' Frank Zummo of Sum 41 & Electric Callboy joins the show to talk about his incredible journey as a musician. From his time with Sum 41, his transition to Electric Callboy, crafting everything surrounding his book, & even revealing what type of media he consumes to unwind, Frank & Sean go through i…

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Anaiah Walker Re-release 49:46

2M ago49:46

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Anaiah Walker entered the Arizona foster care system at age 13. Before her 14th birthday, she was trafficked by adults posing as teenagers online. By age 15, she ran away from several group homes and was officially listed as a missing child with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Just after her 16th birthday, she was supposed t…

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The First Rule of Climate Club: A Conversation with Carrie Firestone 38:03

2M ago38:03

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As a kid, Carrie Firestone worried about poverty, environmental destruction, and war. But rather than letting that anxiety overwhelm her, she transformed it into something powerful action through teaching, storytelling, and civic engagement. Now, as a writer and community leader in Connecticut, she’s channeling that same energy into inspiring the n…

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Nick Rendelman of Wiltwither 57:13

2M ago57:13

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Nick Rendelman of Wiltwither joins the show to talk about pop culture influences for their new record 'Pure Light,' Sinners, The Walking Dead, the current state of Star Wars, and so much more! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Support Wiltwither! Facebook | …

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Melodee Buzzard Part 2 47:25

2M ago47:25

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9-year-old Melodee Buzzard was last seen in Colorado, near the Utah border, on October 9th, 2025. She has brown curly hair, brown eyes, is approximately 4’6” tall, and weighs between 60 and 100lbs. Her mother, Ashlee Buzzard, was driving a rented 2024 white Chevy Malibu. The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that she drovewith at …

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Surfing the Future: Todd Medema discusses how to be hopeful in the age of climate change 27:32

2M ago27:32

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In this conversation, Todd Medema discusses his debut novel HOW TO SURF A HURRICANE, exploring with host Lee Schneider the techniques of writing a solarpunk thriller and the role technology might have in addressing climate change. Todd emphasizes the importance of hope and human resilience in solarpunk narratives, contrasting this approach with the…

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Mike Leon of CKY 52:50

2M ago52:50

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Mike Leon of CKY joins the show to talk about his introduction to the band, Spinal Tap, Ethan Hawke in the 90s, Halloween Horror Nights & much more! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Support CKY! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | CKY's New Song! Song of the W…

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April Dawn Lacy 54:38

2M ago54:38

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This week, we delve into the tragic and complex story of 14-year-old April Dawn Lacy, a victim whose identity remained a mystery for over two years. Found discarded on a pile of brush and scrap lumber in a Wise County cow pasture in 1996, she was initially known only as "Brush Girl". Anyone with information is asked to call the Wise County Sheriff’…

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Joey Puente Will Help You Find Your Favorite Book 49:15

2M ago49:15

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Step into the vibrant world of independent bookselling with this captivating episode of Future Lab. Host Lee Schneider sits down with Joey Puente, the passionate sci-fi and fantasy specialist at Diesel bookstore in Los Angeles' Brentwood neighborhood. With an impressive 20-year tenure at Diesel, Joey brings unparalleled expertise in connecting read…

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JP & Raff of Cold Steel 55:32

2M ago55:32

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JP & Raff of Cold Steel join the show to talk about their first movie theater experiences, their favorite shows of the year & Sean gives his non-spoiler thoughts on It: Welcome To Derry! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Support Cold Steel! Instagram | Pre-O…

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Melodee Buzzard 51:57

2M ago51:57

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Authorities estimate that 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard has been missing from Vandenberg Village, California, since October 7, 2025. She was last seen with her mother, Ashlee Buzzard, when she was driving a rented white Chevy Malibu, license plate number 9MNG101, from California to Nebraska between October 7th, 2025, and October 14th, 2025. She is no …

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Eiren Caffell discusses her novel All the Water in the World 32:53

2M ago32:53

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In today’s episode, host Lee Schneider sits down with Eiren Caffall, musician and author of the powerful climate fiction novel All the Water in the World. Set in a flooded future New York City, Caffall’s debut novel tells an intimate family survival story that cuts through the overwhelming scope of climate catastrophe by focusing on how we protect …

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Relisha Rudd Re-release 48:14

2M ago48:14

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Relisha was only 8 years old when she went missing from Washington, DC in 2014. Unfortunately, by the time she was reported missing, her family hadn’t seen her in 18 days. Relisha has never been found. This episode originally aired on June 17th, 2021. For more information about the podcast and the cases discussed, visit VoicesforJusticePodcast.com …

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Jesse Korman of The Number Twelve Looks Like You returns 53:29

3M ago53:29

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Jesse Korman of The Number Twelve Looks Like You returns to Metalcore Nerds to talk about producing the new Foxy Shazam record, working on Terrifier 3, his upcoming directorial film debut, and so much more! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Support Jesse! Th…

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Evelyn Hartley 53:50

3M ago53:50

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How much of what we watch in true crime entertainment is actually true? And what happens when a story is rewritten for the screen, replacing a family's painful, decades-long mystery with a neat, tidy, and conclusive fictional story? The new season of Netflix's Monster is a global phenomenon. But in its telling of the Ed Gein story, it presents a yo…

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Feminist Heists and Climate Justice with Aya De León 54:24

3M ago54:24

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Join host Lee Schneider in this fascinating conversation about writing and activism as Aya De León discusses her unique approach to writing climate fiction, working in the genre of feminist heist novels. She emphasizes the importance of storytelling in addressing social justice issues, including climate change and racism, while also sharing insight…

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Eric Nally of Foxy Shazam 50:07

3M ago50:07

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By Sean Mott

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Solved: The Yogurt Shop Murders 58:04

3M ago58:04

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By Sarah Turney

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R. E. Kurz on the novel that took 12 years to write 24:47

3M ago24:47

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Join Lee Schneider as he speaks with debut author R.E. Kurz, whose fascinating journey into published paranormal fantasy is as twisty as her plot lines in her debut novel THE FALL OF LINDA WATERS. Discover how studies in biology and medieval studies shaped a story filled with nature spirits, realistic teenage drama, and a romance that doesn't shy a…

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Andrew Johnson of Have Mercy 53:02

3M ago53:02

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This week on Metalcore Nerds, Andrew Johnson of Have Mercy joins the show to chat about landing a spot on the NASCAR 25 soundtrack, Alien: Earth, Marvel Zombies, Task, and so much more! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Support Have Mercy! Twitter | Facebook…

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Amber Hoopes 47:27

3M ago47:27

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On September 14, 2001, 20-year-old Amber Shawnell Hoopes vanished from her grandparents' Idaho Falls home. Amber was last seen reading a magazine and watching TV around 10:35 p.m., but by 1:00 a.m., she wasgone. Her family quickly suspected foul play. Suspicion immediately focused on Keith "Mark" Hescock, a disgruntled former employee of Amber's gr…

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The Maker's Philosophy with Robin Sloan 44:38

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In this conversation, Lee Schneider and Robin Sloan explore the joys of making things, the intersection of technology and creativity, and the evolving landscape of storytelling. They discuss the importance of kindness in fiction, the challenges posed by AI, and the value of offline creativity. Robin shares insights on his writing process, the signi…

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The Dardeen Family 49:48

3M ago49:48

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In November 1987, Keith Dardeen grew uneasy after a string of 15 homicidesnear his home in Ina, Illinois, and began planning to move his family tosafety. Just days later, tragedy struck; Keith, his wife Elaine, and twochildren were brutally murdered. Years later, suspected serial killer Tommy Sells claimed responsibility, yet nearly four decades on…

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Will Swan of Dance Gavin Dance 57:14

4M ago57:14

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Celebrating the release of their new album Pantheon, Will Swan of Dance Gavin Dance joins Sean to chat about Magic the Gathering, Bring Her Back, Alien: Earth, horror legacy sequels, and so much more. EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Support Dance Gavin Dan…

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Update: Blake Chappell 4:15

3M ago4:15

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17-year-old Blake Chappell went missing in October 2011 after attending his homecoming dance. His body was found in a nearby creek two months later. The autopsy confirmed Blake died from a gunshot wound to the head and his death was ruled a homicide. Officials believe he was only in the water for about a week, leaving his whereabouts unknown for we…

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Eleanor Keisman Writes About a New Animal 42:26

4M ago42:26

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Eleanor Keisman discusses her journey from writing a short story to creating her novella New Animal, exploring the themes of human-animal interaction and communication, climate change, and how non-human animals see the world we share with them. We talk about the challenges of writing animal protagonists and the long shadow cast by American author J…

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Susan Poupart 43:53

4M ago43:53

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In the early morning hours of May 20th, 1990, 29-year-old mother of two, Susan Poupart, went to a party, was seen getting into a car with some men in Lac du Flambeau, and was never seen alive again. This case has defied resolution for 35 years. It has also cast a profound, enduring shadow over a family and entire community in NorthernWisconsin. Any…

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Shirley and Russell Dermond 45:50

4M ago45:50

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In a quiet, gated community in Georgia, Russell and Shirley Dermond seemed to embody the perfect picture of retirement—an 88-year-old World War II veteran and his 87-year-old wife, spending their golden years on the serene shores of Lake Oconee. But in May of 2014, that tranquility was shattered. Russell was found brutally murdered in his garage, d…

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Brandon Kemp of Fox Lake 58:41

4M ago58:41

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Hot off their new album New World Heat, Brandon Kemp of Fox Lake joins Sean to chat about Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Weapons, what makes a good horror movie and Fox Lake's dream tour. EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Support Fox Lake! TikTok | Facebook | In…

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DeOrr Kunz Jr. Part 2 1:04:20

4M ago1:04:20

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In July of 2015, two-year-old DeOrr Kunz Jr. vanished without a trace during a family camping trip in Idaho. For years, this case has been shrouded in mystery, swirling with unanswered questions, shifting theories, and heartbreaking dead ends, but now, over a decade later, new information has come to light. DeOrr Kunz Jr. was last seen on July 10th…

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Lawn Chairs, Evo Colors & What’s Next for prjct.POD 13:49

5M ago13:49

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Season 1 of prjct.POD wraps up the only way we know how — sitting in lawn chairs, sweating in the garage, with an Evo 9 MR behind us. In this episode, John and Justin talk about what’s next for the podcast as Season 2 kicks off: a new mobile setup, taking the show to Cars & Coffee, track days, and bringing on guests from across car culture. We cove…

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DeOrr Kunz Jr. Part 1 1:01:25

4M ago1:01:25

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In July of 2015, two-year-old DeOrr Kunz Jr. vanished without a trace during a family camping trip in Idaho. For years, this case has been shrouded in mystery, swirling with unanswered questions, shifting theories, and heartbreaking dead ends, but now, over a decade later, new information has come to light. DeOrr Kunz Jr. was last seen on July 10th…