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  • Chapter 104: Stalked and Silenced-The Murder of Shana Grice

    Chapter 104: Stalked and Silenced-The Murder of Shana Grice
    May 14 2025
    When 19-year-old Shana Grice reported her stalker to the police, they didn’t just dismiss her—they fined her. Months later, she was found murdered in her bedroom, her throat slashed, and her home set on fire. The man responsible had a documented history of harassment, and Shana had done everything she could to be heard. In this episode, I tell the devastating story of Shana Grice—a young woman who was failed at every turn by the very system meant to protect her. I'll go over the red flags that were ignored, the chilling behavior of her killer, and how one police department’s negligence became a national scandal. This is more than a true crime story. It’s a warning.If you are in a situation where you are being stalked or harassed by a partner or a stranger you can contact:(In America) The Stalking Prevention, Awareness, and Resource Center (SPARC) at info@stalkingawareness.orgor call them at (202) 558-0040(In the UK) The National Stalking Help Line www.stalkinghelpline.orgor call them at 0808 802 0300Connect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Instagram: @bookofthedeadpodX: @bkofthedeadpodFacebook: The Book of the Dead PodcastTikTok: BookofthedeadpodOr visit our website at www.botdpod.comFeaturing a Promo for True Crime Connections PodcastWe honor deep healing while also making room for laughter, lightness, and moments of joy. Many guests say being on the show felt like chatting with a friend who truly understands. As a survivor of physical, financial, sexual, and psychological abuse, I know what it’s like to feel silenced, devalued, and lost. Back then, terms like gaslighting, narcissism, and love bombing weren’t common, making it even harder to spot toxic patterns. My mission is to empower others by sharing my journey and helping people recognize the critical difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships. listen hereAnderson, S. (2019, April 13). The story of how Shana Grice was stalked, killed – and failed by police. HuffPost UK. https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/the-story-of-shana-grice_uk_5cb0695fe4b0ffefe3aedb22BBC News. (2017, March 8). Shana Grice murder: Throat cut “by obsessed ex.” https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-sussex-39206436BBC News. (2019a, August 8). Shana Grice: Sussex abuse victims “will not face fines.”https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-sussex-49283730BBC News. (2019b, August 9). Shana Grice murder: Michael Lane harassed 12 women before killing ex. https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-sussex-49297674BBC News. (2020, December 24). Shana Grice murder: Parents lose stalker High Court bid. https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-sussex-55438017Definition & FAQ | Stalking Awareness & Prevention | SPARC. (2023, April 28). Stalking Awareness. https://www.stalkingawareness.org/definition-faqs/#1537979698234-d60259f0-ea8eDuc, F. L. (2021, March 20). TV documentary shines a light on Shana Grice murder case. Brighton and Hove News. https://www.brightonandhovenews.org/2021/03/20/tv-documentary-shines-a-light-on-shana-grice-murder-case/James-Hanman, D. (2017). DOMESTIC HOMICIDE REVIEW. In Brighton & Hove Safe in the City Partnership[Report]. https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/sites/default/files/news/alina/BH%20DHR%20Alina%20(Adult%20H)%20OverviewReport%20-%20%20final%20version%20August%202018.pdfLampen, C. (2021, March 24). Shana Grice Reported Her Ex to Police 5 Times. Then He Murdered Her. The Cut. https://www.thecut.com/2021/03/shana-grice-ex-stalked-her-for-months-before-murder.htmlNightmares, T. C. (2025, April 7). Nowhere To Turn: The Stalking and Murder of Shana Grice. Medium. https://medium.com/@authorcindyparmiter/nowhere-to-turn-the-stalking-and-murder-of-shana-grice-3bae04b00434Reporter, G. S. (2017, March 20). Man accused of murder says he checked lottery after finding ex’s body. The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2017/mar/18/man-accused-of-says-he-checked-lottery-after-finding-ex-shana-grice-bodyRichardson, V. (n.d.). The murder of Shana Grice: why police attitudes must change. Hudgell Solicitors. https://www.hudgellsolicitors.co.uk/client-stories/the-murder-of-shana-grice-why-police-attitudes-must-changeRoberts, R. (2017, April 29). Ex-boyfriend who murdered Shana Grice “stalked 13 other young women and girls but police took no action” | The Independent. The Independent. https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/shana-grice-murder-michael-lane-ex-boyfriend-stalking-other-women-sussex-police-ipcc-a7709636.htmlShana Grice: Footage of Michael Lane police interview released. (2017, March 23). [Video]. BBC News. https://www.bbc.com/news/av/uk-england-sussex-39364639Understanding stalking: recognizing signs and seeking support | Title IX Office | The George Washington University. (n.d.). Title IX Office. https://titleix.gwu.edu/understanding-stalking-recognizing-signs-and-seeking-support#:~:text=Signs%20of%20stalking%20may%20include%3A&text=Following%20or%20lying%20in%20wait,%2C%20relatives%2C%20friends%2C%20or%...
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  • Chapter 103: The Crime That Appalachia Forgot-The Nancy Morgan Murder w/ Mark Pinsky

    Chapter 103: The Crime That Appalachia Forgot-The Nancy Morgan Murder w/ Mark Pinsky
    May 7 2025
    In Today's episode, I am joined by veteran investigative journalist Mark Pinsky to unpack the decades-old mystery of Nancy Morgan, a young VISTA volunteer found brutally murdered in Madison County, North Carolina in 1970. Mark walks me through the corrupt local politics, suppressed leads, and the lingering questions that keep this cold case unsolved more than 50 years later. He also reflects on his storied career in crime reporting, including his explosive jailhouse interview with serial killer Ted Bundy. This is an interview you don't want to miss.

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  • Chapter 102: Vanished in the Redwoods-The Disappearance of Theresa Bier

    Chapter 102: Vanished in the Redwoods-The Disappearance of Theresa Bier
    Apr 30 2025
    In Today's episode, I dive into the mysterious 1987 disappearance of 16-year-old Theresa Bier in the remote Sierra Nevada mountains near Fresno, California. Accompanied by 43-year-old Russell Welch, a self-proclaimed Bigfoot hunter, Theresa vanished without a trace during an expedition in the wilderness. Welch was later arrested but never charged due to lack of evidence. What happened deep in those woods? Join me as I explore the strange circumstances, disturbing theories, and unanswered questions surrounding the Theresa Bier case—a mystery that still baffles investigators today.

    Anyone with information about Theresa's disappearance is encouraged to call the Fresno Police Department at (559) 621-2541 The case number to reference is 8736264

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    217DFCA - Theresa Ann Bier. (n.d.). https://www.doenetwork.org/cases/217dfca.htmlBigfoot Part 01 (Final). (n.d.). The FBI: Federal Bureau of Investigation. Retrieved April 26, 2025, from https://vault.fbi.gov/bigfoot/Bigfoot%20Part%2001%20%28Final%29/viewCalifornia Bigfoot Expedition 2025. (n.d.). https://www.bfro.net/news/roundup/california.aspCrair, B. (2018, August 16). Why do so many people still want to believe in Bigfoot? Smithsonian Magazine. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/why-so-many-people-still-believe-in-bigfoot-180970045/Galvan, L. (1987a, June 19). Man blames Bigfoot for missing girl. The Fresno Bee, B1–B4.Galvan, L. (1987b, June 19). Man blames teen-age girl’s disappearance on Bigfoot. The Camarillo Star, B5.Galvan, L. (1987c, June 20). Police release picture of girl who left on trip to find Bigfoot. The Fresno Bee, B3.Oct 04, 1987, page 9 - The Lompoc Record at Newspapers.com. (n.d.). Newspapers.com. https://www.newspapers.com/image/540243142/?match=1&terms=Theresa%20BierPulaski, A. (1987, October 3). Abduction Suspect Released. The Fresno Bee, B2–B3.StrangeOutdoors.com. (2024, December 17). The shocking disappearance of Theresa Ann Bier — StrangeOutdoors.com. https://www.strangeoutdoors.com/mysterious-stories-blog/theresa-ann-bierThe odd disappearance of Theresa Bier: Was Bigfoot to blame? (2025, April 6). Cold Case Explorations. https://coldcaseexplorations.com/california-cold-or-unsolved-cases/the-odd-disappearance-of-theresa-bier-was-bigfoot-to-blame/Theresa Ann Bier – The Charley Project. (n.d.). https://charleyproject.org/case/theresa-ann-bierYoung, J. C., & Widom, C. S. (2014). Long-term effects of child abuse and neglect on emotion processing in adulthood. Child Abuse & Neglect, 38(8), 1369–1381. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chiabu.2014.03.008
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  • Chapter 101: Voices From The Inside-The Dublin Prison Scandal w/ Tess Korth

    Chapter 101: Voices From The Inside-The Dublin Prison Scandal w/ Tess Korth
    Apr 23 2025
    Today, I sit down with Tess Korth, the whistleblower who exposed rampant abuse and systemic corruption at FCI Dublin, a federal women’s prison in California once dubbed “the rape club” by those who lived and worked within its walls. Tess shares her firsthand experiences working inside a prison where the power dynamics turned predatory and silence was enforced through fear. Throughout her 25-year career, she witnessed not only the abuse of incarcerated women by staff but also the institutional cover-ups that followed. Tess faced retaliation, ostracization, and threats when she decided to speak out, but she didn’t back down. In our conversation, Tess walks us through the moment she knew she had to blow the whistle, the emotional toll of breaking the silence, and the slow grind for justice in a system stacked against transparency.

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    Featuring a promo for Mountain Murders:
    East coast murders covered by Appalachian folks, Heather & Dylan. Who knew mountains could be so deadly? Are you ready to embark on a perilous journey through the treacherous peaks of true crime? Welcome to Mountain Murders True Crime, where chilling tales of mayhem and mystery await! Join our intrepid hosts as they navigate the dark side of nature, exploring crimes that will make your hair stand on end. From mysterious disappearances to shocking homicides, our podcast will have you on the edge of your seat, clutching your hiking gear tightly. So grab your headphones, strap on your adventure boots, and get ready for a wild ride through the untamed world of Mountain Murders True Crime!

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  • Chapter 100: A Colonel, Crash, and Trail of Blood-The Mysterious Death of Colonel Philip Shue

    Chapter 100: A Colonel, Crash, and Trail of Blood-The Mysterious Death of Colonel Philip Shue
    Apr 18 2025
    On April 16, 2003, Air Force Colonel Philip Shue was found dead in his car after it veered off a Texas highway and slammed into a tree. But this wasn’t an ordinary crash. Shue's body showed signs of brutal mutilation—his chest was mutilated and his finger amputated in an act of twisted, surgical, precision, and duct tape dangled from his wrists.

    Officially ruled a suicide, the case left behind more questions than answers.In this episode of The Book of the Dead, we dive deep into one of the most baffling and controversial military deaths in modern history. Was Colonel Shue suffering a mental health crisis—or was he killed for financial gain?

    We explore the forensic inconsistencies, the 3 autopsy reports, and the voices still fighting for justice.

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    Featuring a promo for Mystery Frequency:
    Turn your dial to find the frequency of the past. Where the classic stories of *Suspense,* *Sci-fi,* *Thrillers,* and *Mysteries* are found waiting to be heard once again. There's more to *Old time radio* then just detectives, and you'll find a variety of those stories here, in their original form where each episode takes you to another place or time. But only when you find The Mystery Frequency.

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    Allee, D. (2008). Court Ordered Amendment to Death Certificate. In A Study in Crime (RQ-0764-GA). Kendall County Court House. https://astudyincrime.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Death-Cert-Amend.pdfCol Philip Michael Shue (1948-2003) - Find a. . . (1948, July 22). https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/36015280/philip_michael-shueColonel Philip Shue, USAF. (n.d.). River City Charlie. https://www.militaryfamiliesforjustice.org/colonel-philip-shue-usafDiMaio, V. (2003). Autopsy Report. In astudyincrime.com (No. 2003–0678). Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office. https://astudyincrime.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/BCME_autopsy.pdfDonovan, G. (2005). Psychological Autopsy. In A Study in Crime. Armed Forces Institute of Pathology. https://astudyincrime.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/psychological_autopsy.pdfEast, M. (2024, November 13). Unsolved Mysteries: The Strange Death of Colonel Phillip Shue | By Michael East | True Crime Detective | True Crime Detective. Medium. https://medium.com/true-crime-detective/unsolved-mysteries-the-strange-death-of-colonel-phillip-shue-ed715a725e48Jun 01, 2003, page 15 - Dayton Daily News at Newspapers.com. (n.d.). Newspapers.com. https://www.newspapers.com/image/410551622/?match=1&terms=colonel%20philip%20shueJun 14, 2003, page 1 - Dayton Daily News at Newspapers.com. (n.d.). Newspapers.com. https://www.newspapers.com/image/410631928/?match=1&terms=colonel%20philip%20shueMcCain, C. (2017, December 7). Turning tragedy into activism: Remembering Colonel Philip Shue. HuffPost. https://www.huffpost.com/entry/colonel-philip-shue_b_1424756Pathologist: USAF colonel didn’t fake abduction, take own life. (2004, April 15). MyPlainview. https://www.myplainview.com/news/article/Pathologist-USAF-colonel-didn-t-fake-abduction-8805219.phpShadow box. (n.d.). https://airforce.togetherweserved.com/usaf/servlet/tws.webapp.WebApp?cmd=LegacySBV&type=Person&ID=155997The curious case of Col. Shue. (2011, August 2). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/the-curious-case-of-col-shue-26-03-2009/
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  • Chapter 99: A Missing Woman, Two Murders, and a Confession Ignored-What happened to Keeshae Jacobs?

    Chapter 99: A Missing Woman, Two Murders, and a Confession Ignored-What happened to Keeshae Jacobs?
    Apr 9 2025
    In 2016, 21-year-old Keeshae Jacobs disappeared after telling her mom she would return the next day. Nearly a decade later, she’s still missing—but someone has admitted to knowing what happened.In this episode, I expose the disturbing connections between Keeshae’s disappearance and the 2022 killing of Ashley Fowler—whose alleged killer also claimed responsibility for Keeshae’s disappearance. I also cover the tragedy that befell the Jacobs family mere months after Keeshae's disappearance, leaving her mother heartbroken and devastated Why was his confession never pursued? Why has this case gone cold despite multiple opportunities for answers and why was a mother, desperate for answers ignored by the police? how many families have to suffer before justice is taken seriously?We honor Keeshae’s story, advocate for the families affected, and ask the questions law enforcement hasn’t. This is more than a mystery—it’s a failure of justice.If you have any information leading to the whereabouts ofKeeshae's remains, please Call Richmond Police at (804) 646-5100 Or Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000 You can also contact the Black and Missing Foundation via blackandmissinginc.comConnect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Instagram: @bookofthedeadpodX: @bkofthedeadpodFacebook: The Book of the Dead PodcastTikTok: BookofthedeadpodOr visit our website at www.botdpod.comFeaturing a promo for The Last Trip:he Last Trip is a true crime podcast exclusively investigating missing and murdered victims that were living their best lives… on vacation.Jaimie Beebe, co-host of the popular True Crime podcast “Strictly Stalking”, brings together the two things she’s most passionate about: True Crime & Travel. Through her own solo travels around the world she has a unique perspective on staying alive in paradise. Join Jaimie as she recreates someone’s last days in paradise on The Last Trip.Listen hereFor a full list of sources, please head to botdpod.comBamfi. (2023, August 21). The consequences of “Missing White Woman Syndrome” BAMFI. https://blackandmissinginc.com/the-consequences-of-missing-white-woman-syndrome/Baxter, J. (2023, April 19). She Texted Her Mom to Say She Was Safe Then Vanished: Where is Keeshae Jacobs? Medium. https://medium.com/@jennbaxter_69070/she-texted-her-mom-to-say-she-was-safe-then-vanished-where-is-keeshae-jacobs-5a985a836590Burkett, J. (2023, May 12). What does his conviction in a Florida woman’s murder mean for the Keeshae Jacobs case in Richmond? CBS 6 News Richmond WTVR. https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/otis-tucker-guilty-may-12-2023Burkett, J., & Freeman, V., Jr. (2017, January 10). CBS 6 News Richmond WTVR. CBS 6 News Richmond WTVR. https://www.wtvr.com/2017/01/09/crime-insider-missing-womans-brother-murdered-at-richmond-motelBurkett, J., & Staff, W. C. 6. W. (2024, April 28). CBS 6 News Richmond WTVR. CBS 6 News Richmond WTVR. https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/toni-jacobs-missing-persons-day-event-richmond-virginia-april-27-2024Childress, A. (2022, September 26). Vanished but not forgotten, new details into disappearance of Keeshae Jacobs. abc8News. https://www.wric.com/news/vanished-but-not-forgotten-new-details-into-disappearance-of-keeshae-jacobs/Cohen, L. (2021, October 2). These families want help finding Keeshae Jacobs, Mary Johnson, Alicia Navarro and hundreds of other missing people. Here’s why you might not have heard of them. CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/gabby-petito-keeshae-jacobs-mary-johnson-alicia-navarro-missing-people/Dateline: Missing in America podcast covers the 2016 disappearance of Keeshae Jacobs in Richmond, Virginia.(2024, July 18). NBC News. https://www.nbcnews.com/dateline/dateline-missing-america-podcast-covers-2016-disappearance-keeshae-jacobs-richmond-n1297692Freeman, V., Jr. (2017, December 1). Foul play is now suspected in disappearance of Keeshae Jacobs. CBS 6 News Richmond WTVR. https://www.wtvr.com/2017/11/30/foul-play-suspected-in-disappearance-of-keeshae-jacobsKeeshae Eunique Jacobs – The Charley Project. (n.d.). https://charleyproject.org/case/keeshae-eunique-jacobsLayne, T. (2021, October 2). CBS 6 News Richmond WTVR. CBS 6 News Richmond WTVR. https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/where-is-keeshae-jacobsLuperon, A. (2023, September 18). Man sentenced for bloody hammer murder is linked to another woman’s disappearance. Law & Crime. https://lawandcrime.com/crime/man-who-murdered-woman-with-hammer-then-tried-to-use-soda-to-wash-off-his-fingernails-is-linked-to-another-womans-disappearance/Montilla, D. (2023, September 26). ‘I just want justice’: Investigation continues into disappearance of Keeshae Jacobs. https://www.12onyourside.com. https://www.12onyourside.com/2023/09/26/i-just-want-justice-investigation-continues-into-disappearance-keeshae-jacobs/Mother heartbroken after son’s accused murderer released on bond. (2017, January 23). abc8News. https://www.wric.com/news/...
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  • Chapter 98: Shadows of the City- Homicide, Mystery, & The Murder of Henryk Siwiak w/ Vic Ferrari

    Chapter 98: Shadows of the City- Homicide, Mystery, & The Murder of Henryk Siwiak w/ Vic Ferrari
    Apr 2 2025
    In this Chapter of the Book of the Dead, we sit down, with retired NYPD detective and author Vic Ferrari who has joined us, again, to delve into his experiences with homicides and death in New York City. From the grim realities of crime scenes to being present for autopsies, Ferrari shares his insights on what it's really like to work for the NYPD from, Rookie, to Detective. We also revisited the haunting case of Henryk Siwiak—the only officially recorded homicide in NYC on September 11, 2001. More than two decades later, his murder remains unsolved. Vic shares his theories and his thoughts on whether this case will ever be solved. Join us as we uncover the dark truths lurking beneath the city that never sleeps.

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  • Chapter 97: NYPD Unplugged-Stories of A Former Detective w/ Vic Ferrari

    Chapter 97: NYPD Unplugged-Stories of A Former Detective w/ Vic Ferrari
    Mar 26 2025
    In today's chapter of The Book of the Dead, we sit down with retired NYPD detective and author Vic Ferrari to uncover the fascinating world of law enforcement in New York City. With over 20 years of experience on the force, Vic shares firsthand stories from his time working on major cases, the challenges of policing in one of the busiest cities in the world, and the moments that shaped his career. We also explore his journey from detective to author, where he turned his real-life experiences into captivating and amusing books that give readers a behind-the-scenes look at the NYPD.

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    Featuring a promo for Box in the Basement Podcast:
    Box in the Basement" is a compelling new podcast created by Arlene, a woman whose life was forever changed by a family tragedy. The unsolved murder of her Uncle Leon Laurales serves as the catalyst for this investigative series. Disturbed by the lackluster investigation and the mystery that still surrounds his case, Arlene dives deep into the details of her uncle's story, uncovering the many problems that plagued the investigation. Her journey doesn't stop there, as she expands her focus to other unsolved cases in Central Texas. Each episode of "Box in the Basement" promises to shed light on the overlooked and forgotten mysteries in her local community, hoping to find answers and justice for those who have been silenced.

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