Part 2 : College Town Nightmare: The Idaho Four Murders

Lindsay AKA Lynsie Ekelund went missing after going out with some friends one night in February 2000. It would take almost a decade to find her true killer. This week, Savannah runs down the small pool of suspects, including Lynsie's own mother, and why it took a fresh set of eyes on the case to ultimately discover what happened to Lynsie that night. Detective Larry Montgomery finally closed the case after agonizing over the details and getting a confession out of the murderer, Christopher Michael McAmis. Love Killer Instincts but hate the ads? Subscribe to the ad-free version here!: https://killerinstinct.supercast.tech/ Listeners can receive 10% off your first order over $150 plus free shipping. Visit Cuyana.com/KILLER to get your individual code! Take your FREE in-depth hair consultation and get 15% off your first order today! Go to Prose.com/killer Download the 5 star-rated puzzle game, Best Fiends FREE today on the App Store or Google Play! Listen to Wondery’s The Generation Why Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or listen ad-free by joining Wondery Plus in the Wondery app! 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 Aug 202136min

In May of 1995, Alan Beaman was sentenced to 50 years for the murder of his ex-girlfriend Jennifer Lockmiller. Seems like case closed, right? This week, Savannah examines Jennifer's tragic final moments before she was discovered murdered in her home, why Alan was the main target from early on in the investigation, and why Alan was ultimately set free in 2008, over a decade later thanks to DNA evidence. Plus, Savannah brings to light the one suspect whose DNA was found on the scene, but police have refused to release any of his information to the public. Love Killer Instincts but hate the ads? Subscribe to the ad-free version here!: https://killerinstinct.supercast.tech/ Receive 10% off your first order over $150 plus free shipping by visiting Cuyana.com/KILLER to get your individual code! Take Hawthorne’s quiz TODAY and get the men in your life started on their new routine by going to hawthorne.co/gift and using promo code killer to get 10% off your first purchase! Save 20% on your Halo Collar by going to ShopHaloCollar.com/KILLER 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 Aug 202125min

Sadie Hartley was a hardworking & successful businesswoman who began dating a man named Ian Johnston. Little did Sadie know that simply by being with Ian, that would cause a ripple effect that would lead to her murder. Savannah explores the tragic backstory of one of Sadie's murderers Sarah Williams, Sarah's torrid affair with Ian, and how Sarah and her accomplice Katrina Walsh planned Sadie's murder for nearly 2 years before brutally attacking and killing her in her own home. Sarah and Katrina are currently serving lengthy sentences in prison, while Ian has been cleared of any involvement, despite several people, including Sadie's family, suspect he is not as innocent as he seems. Love Killer Instincts but hate the ads? Subscribe to the ad-free version here!: https://killerinstinct.supercast.tech/ Get 10% Off by visiting BetterHelp.com/instinct! Find out how Upstart can lower your monthly payments today when you go to UPSTART.com/KILLER Go to HARPERWILDE.com/killer today so you can get 20% off your first purchase! Stop paying full-price for streaming services and only getting access to a fraction of their content. Go to EXPRESSVPN.com/killer to get three extra months free! 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

28 Jul 202130min

Andrea and Russell "Rusty" Yates lived a complicated life, plagued with mental illness and a religious zealot. All of their issues culminated in Andrea Yates systematically drowning her five children in their home bathroom while Rusty was off at work. Savannah explores Andrea and Rusty's family history and strained lifestyle that might answer just a few of the millions of questions this case brings up. Plus, Savannah explores how this case has divided many people, is Andrea solely to blame or did Rusty play a part in the killing of his own children? Love Killer Instincts but hate the ads? Subscribe to the ad-free version here!: https://killerinstinct.supercast.tech/ Right now, to Save 30% on Select Solid Gold Products go to SOLIDGOLDPET.COM/KILLER Follow Killer Psyche on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or you can listen to new episodes early and ad-free by joining Wondery Plus in the Wondery App. Go to Bombas.com/killer today, and get twenty percent off your first order! Save 20% on your Halo Collar by going to ShopHaloCollar.com/KILLER 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

21 Jul 202131min

Also known as the Rotenberg Cannibal, Armin Meiwes is currently serving a life sentence for cutting up and consuming Bernd Jürgen Armando Brandes, a man he met over a chatroom for people with cannibalistic fetishes. Savannah explores Armin and Brandes' background, the night that Armin and Brandes met up to consume Brandes and videotape the entire event, and why Armin is currently allowed to walk around the town with police protection. Love Killer Instincts but hate the ads? Subscribe to the ad-free version here!: https://killerinstinct.supercast.tech/ Get 10% Off by visiting BetterHelp.com/instinct! Download the 5 star-rated puzzle game, Best Fiends FREE today on the App Store or Google Play! Listen and subscribe now to ‘The Trials of Frank Carson’ on LATIMES.com, or listen and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get podcasts! Secure your online activity today at ExpressVPN.com/killer and get an extra three months FREE!  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

14 Jul 202130min

When police found the body of Zack Bowen on the roof of a parking garage, they had no idea this would unravel one of the most bizarre cases in New Orleans history. They found a note with a confession from Zack and instructions leading them to his apartment. It was there they found the dismembered body of Addie Hall, along with her severed head boiling in a pot on the stove. Savannah explores Zack and Addie's relationship and what series of events lead to this horrifying conclusion. Savannah also explores the supernatural influences that many people believe contributed to these 2 deaths. Love Killer Instincts but hate the ads? Subscribe to the ad-free version here!: https://killerinstinct.supercast.tech/. Go to Bombas.com/killer today, and get 20% off your first order! Stay in your comfort zone. Go to HARPERWILDE.com/killer today so you can get 20% off your first purchase! Visit Cuyana.com/killer to get your individual code and receive 10% off your first order over $150 plus free shipping! Save 20% on your Halo Collar by going to ShopHaloCollar.com/KILLER. 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

7 Jul 202130min

Kenneth Parnell was a serial sex offender living in Northern California when he kidnapped Steven Stayner from his home. He created a new identity for Steven and held him captive for several years before abducting Timothy White. The two boys would encounter abuse for years before finally making their incredible escape. But the trauma and damage done to them would have a rippling effect on their families. Savannah details how Kenneth and an accomplice were able to evade authorities for so long, how Steven and Timothy managed to hitchhike to a police station and get Kenneth arrested, and how potentially the effect of losing his brother would cause Steven's brother Cary Stayner to ultimately become a serial killer himself. Love Killer Instincts but hate the ads? Subscribe to the ad-free version here!: https://killerinstinct.supercast.tech/ Go to GreenChef.com/killer100 and use code killer100 to get $100 off including free shipping! Become a detective today, all you have to do is download Small Town Murders FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Right now, you can $75 on your Candid starter kit when you get started from home. Or you can book an appointment at a Candid studio near you today. Go to CandidCO.com/killer and use code killer Save $15 off your first visit with a board-certified dermatologist at Apostrophe.com/KILLER when you use our code: KILLER Get 10% Off 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

1 Jul 202123min

15-year-old Kelly Cook received a call on April 22, 1981 requesting her babysitting services by a man named Bill Christensen. Bill picked Kelly up that night and she was never seen alive again. Kelly's body was discovered months later, but as of now, no one has been arrested for her murder. This week, Savannah examines Kelly's life, a few of the possible suspects, and explains why this case is one of highest profile cases in Alberta, Canada's history. Love Killer Instincts but hate the ads? Subscribe to the ad-free version here!: https://killerinstinct.supercast.tech/ Become a detective today, all you have to do is download Small Town Murders FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play! Save $75 on Candid’s starter kit. Go to CandidCO.com/killer and use code killer Get 15% off your first Happy Dance order when you go to DOAHAPPYDANCE.com/INSTINCT! Go to HARPERWILDE.com/killer today so you can get 20% off your first purchase! Save $15 off your first visit with a board-certified dermatologist at Apostrophe.com/KILLER when you use our code: KILLER 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

23 Jun 202130min