Episode 282
21-year-old Lauren Kukla spent her life holding her family together - a Michigan household defined by chaos, addiction, and mental illness. Unlike her troubled siblings, Lauren had managed to stay grounded, becoming the caretaker and peacekeeper. While she was preoccupied with managing each crisis on the surface, the deeper issues went unnoticed. By the time Lauren realized what was happening, it was too late.Get instant access to all episodes, including premium unreleased episodes, commercial-free at swordandscale.com
17 Feb 1h 19min
Episode 281
On May 8th, 2008, an intruder entered the home of 53-year-old Thomas Randolph and his wife Sharon. The masked man waited until the couple arrived home from date night in downtown Las Vegas, and shot Sharon in the head as soon as she walked through the door. When Thomas discovered the grisly scene, he shot the intruder. This case was much more complicated than anyone bargained for. 16 years later, it’s still ongoing.Get instant access to all episodes, including premium unreleased episodes, commercial-free at swordandscale.com
3 Feb 1h 8min
Episode 280
In June of 2014, 16-year-old Gina Burger went missing from her home in Austintown, Ohio. Two days after she was reported missing, Gina was found 50 miles away, in another state. Her lifeless body was discovered among trash, in a landfill.Get instant access to all episodes, including premium unreleased episodes, commercial-free at swordandscale.com
19 Jan 1h
A Holiday Message
Wanted to take a minute to send you a holiday message. Take care.If you're having a tough time and need someone to talk to, please call 988.You're not bothering anyone. That's that it's for. Use it.We'll be back in January!Happy Holidays & Stay Safe,MB & S&S StaffGet instant access to all episodes, including premium unreleased episodes, commercial-free at swordandscale.com
19 Des 20243min
Episode 279
On a warm afternoon in Wichita Falls, TX the twisted mind of Kody Lott would be unleashed on the unsuspecting middle-schoolers walking home. Forever etched in their minds is the day that their friend Lauren Landavazo was gunned down in front of them. The reason for Kody’s actions perhaps rivals the heinous act itself.Get instant access to all episodes, including premium unreleased episodes, commercial-free at swordandscale.com
15 Des 20241h 7min
Episode 278
The murder of 14-year-old April Millsap in July 2014 sent the village of Armada into a frenzy. They hadn’t seen a murder in years let alone the murder of a child. The police enlisted the help of the Michigan State Police and the FBI to run down over 1000 tips. They followed every path of investigation. Most were dead ends but one led to James VanCallis.Get instant access to all episodes, including premium unreleased episodes, commercial-free at swordandscale.com
1 Des 20241h 20min
Episode 277
Florida fire-fighter, Derrick Dorsey came home from work to discover his wife Kim dead from an apparent suicide. Then the police declared her death a murder and began exploring connections the Dorseys’ had with less than reputable people. But they quickly learn that not everyone is who they seem.Get instant access to all episodes, including premium unreleased episodes, commercial-free at swordandscale.com
17 Nov 202455min
Episode 276
In the rare moments where love and fate converge, Reggie and Carol Sumner uncover a decades-old romance after years of being separated. Just as they begin a new life together in Florida, tragedy strikes them both, leading them to their darkest hours. When they turn up missing, their frantic daughter living in another state sets out on a quest for their return and discovers that time is running out.Get instant access to all episodes, including premium unreleased episodes, commercial-free at swordandscale.com
3 Nov 20241h 12min
