Missionary Murderer : Denise Leuthold

On Monday, August 7, 1972, Jeannette DePalma went missing from her home, only to have her body found six weeks later at a cliff inside of Springfield's Houdaille Quarry. Even more mysterious, strange objects were found nearby and an autopsy discovered a dangerous amount of lead in her system. Savannah re-examines this cold case, including the many allegations that she was used as a sacrifice by the occult for some sort of ritual. Was this just far-out theories spurred by religious movements of the time or was Jeannette truly a victim of something truly sinister? Go to ZOLA.com/KILLER today and use promo code SAVE50 to get 50% off your save the dates! Go to HelloFresh.com/killer80 and use code killer80 to get $80 off including free shipping! 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.  Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer  Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

9 Des 202031min

While being served with an arrest warrant for health care fraud, Anthony Todt's family was found dead in his home. His wife, children and even family dog were discovered by police three weeks after they died. According to police, Anthony confessed to their murders. But shortly after Anthony's supposed confession, he wrote a 27-page letter detailing how his wife was the true killer before committing suicide and now denies being involved and even tried to resuscitate his dying wife.. Savannah explores the events surrounding this tragic outcome and what possibly drove Anthony to commit such a heinous act. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/instinct! Go to HelloFresh.com/killer90 and use code killer90 to get $90 off including free shipping! 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.  Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer  Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2 Des 202029min

Amy Allwine was living a pious and simple life in Minnesota. Her husband, Pastor Stephen Allwine, was leading a double life, frequenting the infamous website for cheating, Ashley Madison, along with other dark web activities including searching for a hitman against his wife. When the hitman failed, Stephen took matters into his own hands. Savannah explores what led to a self-proclaimed religious man would murder his wife and attempt to stage it as a suicide, how Stephen was caught, and the many sordid details of Stephen's life that Stephen was desperate to keep hidden. Get 15% off your first Aurate purchase when you go to AurateNewYork.com/killer and use promo code killer at checkout! Become a member today by going to Feals.com/killer and you'll get 50% off your first order with free shipping! For 50% off your first Care/of order, go to TakeCareOf.com and enter code killer50! 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.  Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer  Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

25 Nov 202032min

8-year-old Relisha Rudd went missing in the metro Washington D.C. area under suspicious circumstances, but her case didn't get a lot of media coverage. Many speculated that her race and lower income status contributed to this. Savannah explores this tragic case and the many twists and turns, including the main suspect, Khalil Tatum, who misrepresented himself as a doctor, whose wife was shot dead and he was subsequently found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot after Relisha was reported missing. Right now, to Save 30% on Select Solid Gold Products go to SolidGoldPet.com/killer! Get 20% off your first order when you use promo code KILLER at TryCaliper.com/killer! You can try Caliper CBD risk-free for 30 days. If you don’t love it they’ll give you a full refund! Go to Curology.com/killer for a free 30-day trial, just pay for shipping and handling! I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting betterhelp.com/instinct! 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.  Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer  Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

18 Nov 202033min

Brianne Wolgram was, by all accounts, a sweet and hardworking teenager when she mysteriously disappeared on September 5th, 1998. Savannah explores the limited information available on this case, including the group of girls that Brianne was last seen speaking with, the fact that her car was found abandoned along a hiking trial, and the various supposed sightings of Brianne since she went missing. Sunsoil makes CBD oil with simple, organic ingredients. Get 30% off your first order by going to Sunsoil.com/killer! Right now you can get 68% off a 2-year plan, plus one additional month for free, when you go to nordvpn.com/killerinstinct or use code KILLERINSTINCT! This special offer makes your subscription just $3.71 per month. It’s risk free with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee! 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.  Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer  Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

11 Nov 202031min

On September 10, 1988, Cynthia and David Dowaliby woke up to find their door open and their 8-year-old daughter, Jaclyn Dowaliby, missing from her bed where they put her to sleep the night before. This week, Savannah delves deep into the tragic case of Jaclyn's disappearance and the discovery of her body 5 days after she was last seen at home. Go to HelloFresh.com/killer90 and use code killer90 to get $90 off including free shipping! As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting betterhelp.com/instinct! 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.  Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer  Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

4 Nov 202032min

In the final installment of HalloWeek, Savannah details the perplexing mystery of the Keddie Cabin murders. In 1981 in Keddie, California, 5 family and friends were vacationing in a remote cabin. On the morning of April 12, Sheila Sharp discovered her family and friends’ bodies brutally murdered throughout the cabin. Several decades later, these murders still remain unsolved, but can new DNA evidence and advancements in technology finally bring the killers to light? 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.  Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer  Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

30 Okt 202033min

Go to NordVPN.com/killerinstinct and use code KILLER to get 68% off a 2 year plan plus 1 additional month free. It’s risk free with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee! Chelsea Bruck disappeared after attending a Halloween party on the night of October 2014. Almost a year later, her remains were discovered and Daniel Clay was charged with murdering this innocent 22-year-old. On this episode of HalloWeek, Savannah walks through the timeline of Chelsea’s final moments and how persistent investigative work brought her killer to justice, though he claims it was an accident during a rough sexual encounter. Was this truly an accident or was it a disturbing crime of passion? 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.  Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer  Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

29 Okt 202041min