Nicholas Barclay Went Missing, Then an Imposter Took His Place

Facebook Groups are a great way to connect with other people and find resources to help provide for your family, but talking to strangers online can be dangerous. On April 23, 2019, 19-year-old Marlen Ochoa was lured to a home in Scottsdale where her killers strangled her and cut the baby from her womb. While the killers left lots of obvious clues that something was amiss, the police were slow to solve this crime. Tune in to find out what exactly happened that made this case so bizarre. Love Killer Instincts but hate the ads? Subscribe to the ad-free version here!: https://killerinstinct.supercast.tech/ If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com.  Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/KillerInstinctYT Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: http://bit.ly/KillerInstinctPodcast If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be helpful! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/KillerInstinctPodcast Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer  Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

26 Jan 202230min

Rebecca Zahau's death was ruled a suicide by investigators twice, so why did a civil suit brought against her boyfriend's brother show that he killed her? This week, Savannah breaks down the incredibly twisted tale surrounding Rebecca Zahau's hanging. Just the day before Rebecca was found dead, Rebecca was at billionaire Jonah Shacknai's home when Jonah's son Max died in a freak accident. Jonah's family, including his ex-wife, felt strongly that Rebecca was directly responsible for Max's accidental death. The next day, Jonah's brother Adam Shacknai reportedly found Rebecca hanging from a balcony, tied up and gagged, and a cryptic note was found etched on her door. So did Rebecca kill herself due to guilt over Max's death, or did Adam strangle and kill Rebecca as an act of familial revenge? Go to GreenChef.com/killer130 and use code killer130 to get $130 off, plus free shipping! Everlywell is offering a special discount of 20% off an at-home lab test at everlywell.com/killer Get 10% Off by visiting BetterHelp.com/instinct! Right now, when you purchase a 3-month Babbel subscription, you’ll get an additional 3 months for FREE! Just go to BABBEL.com and use promo code KILLER Right now Ritual is offering listeners 10% off your first three months. Visit ritual.com/KILLER and turn healthy habits into a Ritual! Don’t fall for subscription scams. Start cancelling today at Truebill.com/KILLER  Love Killer Instincts but hate the ads? Subscribe to the ad-free version here!: https://killerinstinct.supercast.tech/ If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com.  Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/KillerInstinctYT Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: http://bit.ly/KillerInstinctPodcast If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be helpful! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/KillerInstinctPodcast Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer  Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

19 Jan 202234min

The future was bright for up-and-coming Houston-based influencer Alexis Sharkey. She had an exciting new job, a new marriage and making her way in a new town until it was all tragically cut short. This week, Savannah explores Alexis' life and death, as well as the main suspect in her death, her husband Tom Sharkey, who committed suicide after being cornered by the police. Tom had changed his story of the night of Alexis' supposed disappearance many times, and moved about the country multiple times after her body was discovered. And many details have since come to light regarding Alexis and Tom's relationship, including the possibility of another man in Alexis' life and the not-so-perfect moments behind the social media posts. Get 15% off your order today by going LumineuxHealth.com/killer  Go to manscaped.com for our exclusive offer of 20% Off + Free Shipping, with the code KILLER Follow Families Who Kill: The Donut Shop Murders on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or you can binge all six episodes ad-free by subscribing to Wondery Plus in Apple Podcasts or the Wondery App! Listen to The Generation Why Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or you can listen ad-free by joining Wondery Plus in the Wondery app! Love Killer Instincts but hate the ads? Subscribe to the ad-free version here!: https://killerinstinct.supercast.tech/ If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com.  Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/KillerInstinctYT Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: http://bit.ly/KillerInstinctPodcast If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be helpful! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/KillerInstinctPodcast Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer  Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12 Jan 202239min

On the night of September 22, 2006, Cassie Jo Stoddard was housesitting for her aunt. Her boyfriend and 2 classmates, Brian Lee Draper and Torey Michael Adamcik, joined Cassie to watch a movie. Little did Cassie know that she was hanging out with 2 disturbed individuals who had been planning her murder. This week, Savannah explores how Brian and Torey, inspired by the Columbine shootings and the horror film "Scream," plotted and even videotaped their plans for killing Cassie, culminating in them stabbing her to death while she slept. And if it weren't for investigators pulling confessions from them, they likely would have gone on a killing spree. Get 10% Off by visiting BetterHelp.com/instinct! Follow Families Who Kill: The Donut Shop Murders on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or you can binge all six episodes ad-free by subscribing to Wondery Plus in Apple Podcasts or the Wondery App! Don’t fall for subscription scams. Start cancelling today at Truebill.com/KILLER Listen to The Generation Why Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or you can listen ad-free by joining Wondery Plus in the Wondery app! Love Killer Instincts but hate the ads? Subscribe to the ad-free version here!: https://killerinstinct.supercast.tech/ If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com.  Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/KillerInstinctYT Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: http://bit.ly/KillerInstinctPodcast If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be helpful! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/KillerInstinctPodcast Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer  Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

5 Jan 202235min

Carl "Charlie" Brandt seemed to have a normal upbringing when one night he just snapped. Charlie shot and killed his pregnant mother and unborn sibling, wounded his father, then turned the gun to his sister Angela. Luckily, the gun was empty and Angela Brandt was able to escape to a neighbors and call for help, but this would not be the end of Charlie's killing. This week, Savannah details the horrific slayings by serial killer Charlie Brandt and the dark family secret of his killings that were kept from everyone, even Charlie's younger siblings. Charlie didn't serve prison time for killing his mother, and he went on to kill, disembowel and decapitate at least 4 more women in his adulthood before ultimately ending his own life. Get 10% Off by visiting BetterHelp.com/instinct! Download Best Fiends FREE today on the App Store or Google Play! Go to HARPERWILDE.com/killer today so you can get 20% off your first purchase! Calm is offering a special limited time promotion of 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at CALM.COM/KILLER Don’t fall for subscription scams. Start cancelling today at Truebill.com/KILLER  Love Killer Instincts but hate the ads? Subscribe to the ad-free version here!: https://killerinstinct.supercast.tech/ If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com.  Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/KillerInstinctYT Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: http://bit.ly/KillerInstinctPodcast If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be helpful! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/KillerInstinctPodcast Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer  Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

29 Des 202129min

Mary Bell is likely currently living a quiet and simple life with her daughter. But Mary's past is so shocking, she was granted lifetime anonymity and her current whereabouts are unknown. This week, Savannah details the killings of 2 young boys, Brian Howe and Martin Brown, at the hands of then-10-year-old Mary Bell. Mary lived a troubled life, being abused and unloved by her own mother. Mary showed terrifying signs of aggression towards her classmates, until ultimately letting her anger get the best of her and strangling 2 boys and carving a calling card into the stomach of one of them. Savannah brings you the timeline of events as well as details of the incredible trial of one of Britain's youngest serial killers in history. Get 10% Off by visiting BetterHelp.com/instinct! Try Sundance Now free for 30 days by going to SundanceNow.com and use promo code KILLER Go to stamps.com, click the microphone at the top of the page, and enter code KILLER for a special offer that includes a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale! No long-term commitments or contracts. Love Killer Instincts but hate the ads? Subscribe to the ad-free version here!: https://killerinstinct.supercast.tech/ If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com.  Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/KillerInstinctYT Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: http://bit.ly/KillerInstinctPodcast If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be helpful! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/KillerInstinctPodcast Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer  Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

15 Des 202133min

5-Year-Old Summer Wells went missing from her family's 11-acre property in Tennessee on June 15, 2021 and hasn't been seen since. This week, Savannah explores the scrutiny the family has been under since they reported her missing, and the doubts that investigators feel about the family's claim that Summer must've been kidnapped. Savannah will also take you through various theories to explain what might have happened to her, including that her parents, Candus Bly and Donald Wells, might be responsible, either through negligence or bad intent, as well as detailing Candus and Don's extremely checkered past that has sowed doubt in their innocence. Love Killer Instincts but hate the ads? Subscribe to the ad-free version here!: https://killerinstinct.supercast.tech/ Try 5 pairs of glasses at home for free at warbyparker.com/KILLER Download Best Fiends FREE today on the App Store or Google Play. Listen to THE VANISHED Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or you can listen ad-free by joining Wondery Plus in the Wondery app! Visit ThriveCausemetics.com/KILLER for 15% off your first order! This is an exclusive offer you can ONLY get here!  Calm is offering a special limited time promotion of 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at CALM.COM/KILLER Go to modernfertility.com/KILLER to get $20 off your home fertility kit. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com.  Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/KillerInstinctYT Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: http://bit.ly/KillerInstinctPodcast If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be helpful! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/KillerInstinctPodcast Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer  Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

8 Des 202138min