Ashley Ellerin: “The Killer Next Door” | MURDERISH Ep. 152

Winning the lottery is a dream. On the surface, it seems money can buy some level of happiness and put an end to many problems. In the case we’re examining today, a lottery winner used his newfound wealth to help his community. His generosity extended not only to his family and friends but to people whom he didn't even know. When this man suddenly couldn’t be located, his family wondered where he had gone. Did he use his lottery winnings to go on a much-needed vacation, exhausted from all the people asking for money? Did he flee to get away from legal trouble he was in? Or, could it be possible that someone made him disappear? Check us out: Visit Murderish.com for more info about the show and Creator/Host, Jami. The website also has links to buy MURDERISH merchandise and become a Patreon supporter. Patreon subscribers can get access to exclusive Patreon-only episodes. To sign up for Patreon perks, click “Go Behind the Scenes” on the website OR click here for a direct link to our Patreon page https://www.patreon.com/Murderish . Let’s get social: @MurderishPod (Twitter), @MurderishPodcast (Instagram), search “Murderish” (Facebook). Sponsors: - Betabrand: Visit Betabrand.com/murderish for 25% off your first order for a limited time. - Care/Of: Visit TakeCareOf.com & enter code murderish50 for 50% off your first order. Post roll podcast promo: Troubles podcast. Subscribe! Want to advertise on this show? We’ve partnered with AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising requests. Click this link to get started advertising your brand, podcast, company, etc. on MURDERISH https://www.advertisecast.com/MURDERISH . Production & Music: John & Jessica Bukenas of Audio Editing Solutions (production), Nico Vettese of We Talk of Dreams (music). Research & Writing: Lincoln Edgemon. Remember, listening to this podcast doesn’t make you a murderer ...it just means you’re murder-ish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

21 Dec 20201h 4min

September 8, 2017 marked the last time anyone heard from 33-year-old Taylor Wright. The former police officer and current private investigator seemingly dropped off the face of the earth, but not before she sent a perplexing text message to a loved one saying she needed time away to think. Where could Taylor have gone? Was this an impulsive getaway stemming from a midlife crisis? Or, had something far more ominous transpired? Against all odds, the truth always has a way of coming out. Join me as I walk you through the case involving Taylor Wright. Check us out: Visit Murderish.com for more info about the show and Creator/Host, Jami. The website also has links to buy MURDERISH merchandise and become a Patreon supporter. Patreon subscribers can get access to exclusive Patreon-only episodes. To sign up for Patreon perks, click “Go Behind the Scenes” on the website OR click here for a direct link to our Patreon page ttps://www.patreon.com/Murderish . Let’s get social: @MurderishPod (Twitter), @MurderishPodcast (Instagram), search “Murderish” (Facebook). Sponsors: - Best Fiends: Download Best Fiends FREE today on the Apple App store or Google Play. - AcornTV: Go to Acorn.tv & use promo code MURDERISH to get AcornTV FREE for 30 days. - Stamps: Go to Stamps.com , click the microphone at the TOP of the homepage, & type in promo code MURDERISH for a 4-week trial, free postage, & a digital scale. Post roll podcast promo: Crime at our Roots. Subscribe! Want to advertise on this show? We’ve partnered with AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising requests. Click this link to get started advertising your brand, podcast, company etc. on MURDERISH https://www.advertisecast.com/MURDERISH . Production & Music: John & Jessica Bukenas of Audio Editing Solutions (production), Nico Vettese of We Talk of Dreams (music). Research & Writing: Alison Schwartz. Remember, listening to this podcast doesn’t make you a murderer ...it just means you’re murder-ish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

7 Dec 202052min

In April of 2016, Air Force veteran and hospice nurse Tricia Todd mysteriously vanished from a tranquil beachside town. The 33-year-old mother of one was vivacious, compassionate, and well-liked in her community. No one could ever imagine she would abandon her young daughter, and the notion of someone wanting to harm her was equally unfathomable. Years of secrecy obscured a daunting truth, one that wouldn’t be fully unveiled until it was much too late. Check us out: Visit Murderish.com for more info about the show and Creator/Host, Jami. The website also has links to buy MURDERISH merchandise and become a Patreon supporter. Patreon subscribers can get access to exclusive Patreon-only episodes. To sign up for Patreon perks, click “Go Behind the Scenes” on the website OR click here for a direct link to our Patreon page https://www.patreon.com/Murderish . Let’s get social: @MurderishPod (Twitter), @MurderishPodcast (Instagram), search “Murderish” (Facebook). Midroll podcast promo: The Shattered Window. Subscribe! Want to advertise on this show? We’ve partnered with AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising requests. Click this link to get started advertising your brand, podcast, company etc. on MURDERISH https://www.advertisecast.com/MURDERISH . Production & Music: John & Jessica Bukenas of Audio Editing Solutions (production), Nico Vettese of We Talk of Dreams (music). Research & Writing: Alison Schwartz. Remember, listening to this podcast doesn’t make you a murderer ...it just means you’re murder-ish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23 Nov 202046min

The life of a celebrity is often viewed as glamorous, something that you could only dream of achieving. Walking the red carpet, rubbing elbows with A-list celebrities, and hosting lavish parties are all regular occurrences in the life of the rich and famous. This was especially true of Frank Sinatra, singer extraordinaire and mega-celebrity who was connected to a lot of powerful people. Sinatra, known as The Chairman of the Board, had connections to some of the highest seats in government. His fame also led him to be deeply connected with the mob. Sinatra was a huge star, so when his teenage son, Frank Jr., went missing in December of 1963 the world took notice. Did Sinatra’s connections with the mob lead to his son’s abduction, or could this have all been a self-planned ruse for Junior to get out from under his father’s shadow and make a name for himself? Join me as I walk you through the abduction of Frank Sinatra Jr. Check us out: Visit Murderish.com for more info about the show and Creator/Host, Jami. The website also has links to buy MURDERISH merchandise and become a Patreon supporter. Patreon subscribers can get access to exclusive Patreon-only episodes. To sign up for Patreon perks, click “Go Behind the Scenes” on the website OR click here for a direct link to our Patreon page https://www.patreon.com/Murderish . Let’s get social: @MurderishPod (Twitter), @MurderishPodcast (Instagram), search “Murderish” (Facebook). Sponsor(s): - Betabrand: Visit Betabrand.com/murderish for 25% off your first order! - Stamps.com: Visit Stamps.com, click on the microphone at the TOP of the homepage & enter promo code MURDERISH for a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale. Pre-roll podcast promo: Unjust & Unsolved. Subscribe! Midroll podcast promo: A Few Bad Apples. Subscribe! Post-roll podcast promo: History Defeats Itself. Subscribe! CrimeCon: House Arrest (happening on 11.20.20): Visit https://www.crimecon.com/housearrest & use promo code MURDERISH20 for 10% off of any badge! That promo code will also get you 10% off of a Standard Badge at CrimeCon 2021 in Austin Texas. See you there! Want to advertise on this show? We’ve partnered with AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising requests. Click this link to get started advertising your brand, podcast, company etc. on MURDERISH https://www.advertisecast.com/MURDERISH . Production & Music: John & Jessica Bukenas of Audio Editing Solutions (production), Nico Vettese of We Talk of Dreams (music). Research & Writing: Lincoln Edgemon. Remember, listening to this podcast doesn’t make you a murderer ...it just means you’re murder-ish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

9 Nov 202058min

On October 27, 1988, McLean County Coroner William Anderson had just come from the Central Catholic vs. University High School football game. Afterward, he was due to meet with members of his re-election campaign to go over strategies. Before the meeting, Anderson was volunteered by the others to get beer for the meeting. He went to the closest store, S&S Liquor Store, located at 703 N. Clinton Street in Bloomington-Normal Illinois. Anderson grabbed a six-pack and headed home for the strategy session. Just two to three minutes later, after having made it only a few blocks, Anderson’s pager went off, alerting him to go back to S&S Liquor Store. When he returned, he stepped straight into one of the worst tragedies in the town’s history. Join me as I walk you through the tragedy known as the S&S Liquor Store Murders. Check us out: Visit Murderish.com for more info about the show and Creator/Host, Jami. The website also has links to buy MURDERISH merchandise and become a Patreon supporter. Patreon subscribers can get access to exclusive Patreon-only episodes. To sign up for Patreon perks, click “Go Behind the Scenes” on the website OR click here for a direct link to our Patreon page https://www.patreon.com/Murderish . Let’s get social: @MurderishPod (Twitter), @MurderishPodcast (Instagram), search “Murderish” (Facebook). Sponsor(s): - Best Fiends: Download Best Fiends FREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. That’s FRIENDS without the R - Best Fiends! - HelloFresh: HelloFresh.com/80murderish & use code 80murderish to get a total of $80 off across 5 boxes, including free shipping on your first box! Midroll podcast promo: Case Closed by Macmillan Podcasts’. Subscribe! CrimeCon: House Arrest - Visit https://www.crimecon.com/housearrest to buy a badge for the event. It’s all happening on 11.21.2020. See you there! Want to advertise on this show? We’ve partnered with AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising requests. Click this link to get started advertising your brand, podcast, company, etc. on MURDERISH https://www.advertisecast.com/MURDERISH . Production & Music: John & Jessica Bukenas of Audio Editing Solutions (production), Nico Vettese of We Talk of Dreams (music). Research & Writing: Steve Field. Remember, listening to this podcast doesn’t make you a murderer ...it just means you’re murder-ish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

26 Okt 20201h 12min

In the early 1980s, a single mother was living a quiet life in Southern California. She’d wake up each day, put in hours of work at her two jobs, and then go straight home to be with her young son. Her life was quiet and uneventful, until it wasn’t. Unbeknownst to the young mother, someone was watching her. Soon, she began receiving frightening phone calls and it became clear that she had an obsessed stalker. Her simple life was turned upside down and tragically, would end in her murder. Join me as I walk you through the mysterious murder of Dorothy Jane Scott. Check us out: Visit Murderish.com for more info about the show and Creator/Host, Jami. The website also has links to buy MURDERISH merchandise and become a Patreon supporter. Patreon subscribers can get access to exclusive Patreon-only episodes. To sign up for Patreon perks, click “Go Behind the Scenes” on the website OR click here for a direct link to our Patreon page https://www.patreon.com/Murderish . Let’s get social: @MurderishPod (Twitter), @MurderishPodcast (Instagram), search “Murderish” (Facebook). Sponsor(s): - Best Fiends: Download Best Fiends FREE today on the Apple App store or Google Play. That’s FRIENDS without the R - Best Fiends! - SimpliSafe: Visit SimpliSafe.com/murderish & get a FREE HD CAMERA for my listeners. Sleep better at night with SimpliSafe. - Betabrand: Visit Betabrand.com/murderish for 25% off your first order. Their Dress Pant Yoga Pants will make you want to ditch your old work pants. - Stamps.com: Visit Stamps.com , click the microphone at the top of the homepage & type in MURDERISH for a 4-week trial PLUS free postage & a digital scale . Quit standing in line at the Post Office. Post-roll podcast promo: True Crime Deadline. Subscribe! Want to advertise on this show? We’ve partnered with AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising requests. Click this link to get started advertising your brand, podcast, company etc. on MURDERISH https://www.advertisecast.com/MURDERISH . Production & Music: John & Jessica Bukenas of Audio Editing Solutions (production), Nico Vettese of We Talk of Dreams (music). Research & Writing: Lincoln Edgemon. Remember, listening to this podcast doesn’t make you a murderer ...it just means you’re murder-ish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12 Okt 202050min

One of the most significant food recalls in modern history all came down to peanuts. In 2015, following decades of food safety violations, three major players from a large food manufacturing company were identified as being grossly neglectful in their practices. Nine American consumers lost their lives while hundreds more fell ill due to the utterly shocking food safety violations. Join me as I walk you through the case of Stewart Parnell and his “Killer Company.” Check us out: Visit Murderish.com for more info about the show and Creator/Host, Jami. The website also has links to buy MURDERISH merchandise and become a Patreon supporter. A portion of Patreon proceeds are donated to a worthy non-profit and you’ll get access to exclusive Patreon-only episodes. To sign up for Patreon perks, click “Go Behind the Scenes” on the website OR click here for a direct link to our Patreon page https://www.patreon.com/Murderish . Let’s get social: @MurderishPod (Twitter), @MurderishPodcast (Instagram), search “Murderish” (Facebook). Sponsor(s): - Beam (CBD): Visit BeamTLC.com & use promo code MURDERISH for 15% off high-quality CBD. - Sun Basket: Visit SunBasket.com/murderish & enter promo code MURDERISH at checkout for fresh & ready meals. - Betabrand: Visit Betabrand.com/murderish for 25% off your first order. Their Dress Pant Yoga Pants will make you want to ditch your old work pants. Post-roll podcast promo: Murder Diaries true crime podcast. Subscribe! Want to advertise on this show? We’ve partnered with AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising requests. Click this link to get started advertising your brand, podcast, company etc. on MURDERISH https://www.advertisecast.com/MURDERISH . Production & Music: John & Jessica Bukenas of Audio Editing Solutions (production), Nico Vettese of We Talk of Dreams (music). Research & Writing: Alison Schwartz. Remember, listening to this show doesn’t make you a murderer ...it just means you’re murder-ish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

28 Sep 202049min

When one young man discovered his passion for drumming, he soon began dreaming of living the rockstar lifestyle. His talent and ambition paid off and soon, he found himself in very high demand. Unfortunately, drugs and alcohol, combined with an undiagnosed mental illness, turned his dream into a nightmare that ended with the brutal murder of someone very close to him. Join me as I walk you through the life and crimes of famed rock and roll drummer, James Beck Gordon, and the murder of Osa Gordon. Check us out: Visit Murderish.com for more info about the show and Creator/Host, Jami. The website also has links to buy MURDERISH merchandise and become a Patreon supporter. A portion of Patreon proceeds are donated to a worthy non-profit and you’ll get access to exclusive Patreon-only episodes. Let’s get social: @MurderishPod (Twitter), @MurderishPodcast (Instagram), search “Murderish” (Facebook). Sponsor(s): - Best Fiends: Download Best Fiends, a brain-engaging puzzle game, FREE today on the Apple app store or Google Play. - Stamps: Visit Stamps.com , click the microphone at the TOP of the homepage and type in MURDERISH for a 4-week trial, free postage, & a digital scale without any long-term commitment. - SimpliSafe: Visit SimpliSafe.com/murderish & get a FREE HD camera for MURDERISH listeners. - Beam TLC: Visit BeamTLC.com & use promo code MURDERISH for 15% off your order. Midroll podcast promo: Mysteries of the Ohio Valley podcast - launching on September 9, 2020. Subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Production & Music: John & Jessica Bukenas of Audio Editing Solutions (production), Nico Vettese of We Talk of Dreams (music). Research & Writing: Lincoln Edgemon. Remember, listening to this podcast doesn’t make you a murderer ...it just means you’re murder-ish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

14 Sep 20201h 7min