Nikki Zinger with guest-host Maggie Freleng

Ep 127: A mother’s worst nightmare and her grief leads to her ongoing quest for justice and her push for new legislation This is the Ruth Markel story with a tribute to her son, Dan Markel Link to Ruth's book, The Unveiling Sources for Today's Episode: The Unveiling by Ruth Markel An interview with Ruth Markel 20/20 episode “Over My Dead Body” Fox News Florida Politics Wctv.com Original Jurisdiction Sponsors: (thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!) Babbel - Language for life Get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to BABBEL.com/WOMEN. EveryPlate - America’s Best Value Meal Kit!  Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to  EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code womenandcrime149. Thats up to a $110 value! Show your Support: The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience!  You can also support the show through the following ways:  Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | Twitter Patron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more!  Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime Apple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month. Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merch Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced & Edited by James Varga Script Editor: Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Help is Available: If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Keywords: Danny Markel,, Canada, Charlie Adelson, Criminal Attorney, Tallahassee Florida, Wendi Adelson,  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

16 Touko 202356min

Ep 126 (Part 1): A mother’s worst nightmare and her grief leads to her ongoing quest for justice and her push for new legislation This is the Ruth Markel story with a tribute to her son, Dan Markel Sources for Today's Episode: The Unveiling by Ruth Markel An interview with Ruth Markel 20/20 episode “Over My Dead Body” Fox News Florida Politics Wctv.com Original Jurisdiction Sponsors: (thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!) Daily Harvest Stop settling with your next meal and try Daily Harvest. Go to DAILYHARVEST.com/women to get up to $65 dollars off your first box. Show your Support: The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience!  You can also support the show through the following ways:  Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | Twitter Patron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more!  Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime Apple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month. Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merch Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced & Edited by James Varga Script Editor: Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Help is Available: If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Keywords: Danny Markel,, Canada, Charlie Adelson, Criminal Attorney, Tallahassee Florida, Wendi Adelson,  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

9 Touko 202337min

Ep 125: A teenage girls’ murder rocks a small Texas town, but during the trial, it’s her assailant who finds favor with the court. This is the Betty Williams story Sources for Today's Episode: Medium Texas Monthly (most info from here) NY Daily News San Antonio Express State v Olsen Sponsors: (thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!) Green Chef - Green Chef meal kits make eating well easy with plans to fit every lifestyle. Whether you’re Keto, Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, or just looking to eat more balanced meals. Go to GreenChef.com/women60 and use code women60 to get 60% off plus free shipping. Show your Support: The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience!  You can also support the show through the following ways:  Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | Twitter Patron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more!  Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime Apple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month. Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merch Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Audio Editor,Seiler Burr Script Editor: Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Help is Available: If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Keywords: suicide, insanity plea, juvenile, "Kiss and Kill Murder", 1961, Odessa, Texas, John Mack Herring,   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2 Touko 202349min

In August 2008, Sarah Widmer, a healthy 24 year-old is found dead in her bathtub, just four months after marrying her husband Ryan… the only person at home with Sarah that night.  Suspicion quickly fell on Ryan, leading to his arrest and conviction for Sarah’s murder. But could this have been a tragic accident?  Ryan has adamantly maintained his innocence for the last 15 years, but now, two seasoned criminologists examine the very controversial conviction of Ryan Widmer, for the murder of his wife Sarah.   Is Ryan a murder or did something else happen in that bathroom? Join us for the season 2 premiere, May 1st, to find out.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

27 Huhti 20232min

Ep 124: A toddler girl’s violent abduction would lead one woman on an ongoing quest to end child abuse and neglect This is the Lori Poland story Sources for Today's Episode: END Can An episode of Unseen A Today segment with Megan Kelly Denver 7 News Sponsors: (thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!) Daily Harvest - delivers delicious Smoothies, Flatbreads, Soups, Harvest Bowls, & more Daily Harvest delivers delicious Smoothies, Flatbreads, Soups, Harvest Bowls, Bites & more, built on organic fruits + vegetables, all right to my door! Go to DAILYHARVEST.com/women to get up to $65 dollars off your first box. Babbel - Language for life Right now, get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to BABBEL.com/WOMEN.  Babbel—Language for life. Show your Support: The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience!  You can also support the show through the following ways:  Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | Twitter Patron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more!  Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime Apple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month. Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merch Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced & Edited by James Varga Script Editor: Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Help is Available: If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Keywords: EndCAN, Colorado, Kidnapping Survivor, Robert Paul Thiret, child abuse,  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

25 Huhti 202340min

Ep 123: A failed career and a spouse’s jealousy leads to murder and suicide. Was this a shocking event, or something that had been brewing for years? This is the Brynn Hartman story Sources for Today's Episode: IMBD Daily News LA Times CNN History.com Biography https://abc.com/movies-and-specials/the-last-days-of-phil-hartman Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Audio Editor,Seiler Burr Script Editor: Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Sponsors:  (thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!) Native - Give your skin the protection it deserves with Native’s mineral Sunscreens! Go to NativeDeo.com/women, or use promo code women at checkout, to get 20% off your first order.  EveryPlate - Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code womenandcrime149 Show your Support: The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience!  You can also support the show through the following ways:  Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | Twitter Patron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more!  Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime Apple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month. Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merch Help is Available: If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation.  For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Keywords: substance abuse, murder-suicide, Phil Hartman, Encino, Simpsons, Troy McClure, California, Saturday Night Live  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18 Huhti 202337min

Ep 122: When a social media smear campaign leads to a violent crime, who is to blame and how should they be punished? This is the Lauren Kanarek Story Sources for Today's Episode: An episode of 48 Hours CBS News The New York Times Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Audio Editor, Seiler Burr Script Editor, Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Show your Support: The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience!  You can also support the show through the following ways:  Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | Twitter Patron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more!  Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime Apple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month. Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merch Help is Available: If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Keywords: Michael Barisone, Olympic Horse rider, Long Valley, New Jersey, Social Media Feud, Rob Goodwin  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

11 Huhti 202343min

Ep 121: A woman’s brutal assault only a block away from her home brings the whole British probation system into question. This is the Zara Aleena story CCTV footage via Sky News on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KyNZwMoVcVE Sources for Today's Episode: BBC.com Nationalworld.com The Telegraph The Guardian https://www.justiceinspectorates.gov.uk womensaid.org.uk Show your Support: The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience!  You can also support the show through the following ways:  Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | Twitter Patron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more!  Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime Apple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month. Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merch Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Audio Editor,Seiler Burr Script Editor: Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Help is Available: If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Keywords: Illford, London, Jordan McSweeney, Sexual Assault/Homicide, serial offender, UK Probation System flaws, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

4 Huhti 202342min