Uncovering the Mystery: Kara Nichols' Disappearance and a Broken Family

Uncovering the Mystery: Kara Nichols' Disappearance and a Broken Family

Kara Nichols is found dead, strangled and buried alongside a horse on a property owned by her murderer's parents, several years after she has been declared missing.

Confessed killer Joel Hollendorfer is at the center of this tale that explores not just the murder itself, but its far-reaching repercussions. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack traverse the winding roads of Kara's life and the cold case that took years to solve. They discuss the forensics of strangulation, the ethics of grief, and the complexities of moral responsibility.

Dave delves into the timeline of Kara's last days, while Joseph navigates the complicated web of legal hurdles that investigators faced. This episode also questions whether it's possible to die of a broken heart, highlighting the psychological and emotional toll a murder can take on the families involved.

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Time-coded Highlights:

00:00:43 — Joseph Scott Morgan discusses the theme of the episode, which is whether people can die of a broken heart, or from grief. He introduces a case where a murderer believes his father died from the shock of his confession.

00:02:03 — Dave Mack shares his philosophical views on the overwhelming power of grief.

00:03:20— Details about the murder of Kara Nichols are shared.

00:05:00—Joseph Scott Morgan talks about the emotional burden for the perpetrator's parents.

006:10, Dave questions the moral responsibility of those who know about the crime.

00:07:58—The close relationship between Kara and her brother is spotlighted.

00:08:27—The discussion shifts to the challenging circumstances of Kara's life.



00:09:14—Joe Scott Morgan reveals that persistence and hard work solved this cold case.

00:10:05 — Dave Mack expresses admiration for cold case workers like Cheryl McCollum.

00:15:05 — The movements of Kara are traced back to a specific suspect via her phone.

00:16:40 — Joel Hollendorfer’s conversation with Detective Gugliotta is discussed.

00:18:20 — The complexities of obtaining a search warrant are outlined.

00:23:11 — Morgan discusses the complexities of using ground penetrating radar in investigations.

00:24:14 — Dave Mack reveals that Joel Hollendorfer confessed to his parents about killing a young woman.

00:28:08 — Explaination of the use of lime on a body to speed up the decompositional process.

00:36:48 — Morgan explains the intricacies of strangulation and the role of the hyoid bone in determining the cause of death.

00:38:20 — The trial and conviction of Joel Hollendorfer are dissected, leaving listeners with the unsettling thought that he still has a chance at a life outside prison.

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Satanist Murders Two, Eats Ears, Drinks Blood From Coffee Cup

Satanist Murders Two, Eats Ears, Drinks Blood From Coffee Cup

Jared Ondrea, 22, and Deshea Butler, 35, are both living in a halfway house in South Carolina when Marc-Anthony Cantrell is placed in the home. Jared Ondrea goes missing and a search fails to find the young man who was trying to learn to live on his own as an adult. Five months later, Deshea Butler goes missing, and this time when police begin searching they find security footage of Marc-Anthony Cantrell carrying what appears to be the body of Butler out of the house. Confronted with the information, Cantrell confesses to killing both men, and adds some information not everyone was ready to hear. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack take a look at what it was like to have a person called a "Budding Serial Killer" as a roommate in a halfway house. Joe will also explain how the devil worshiping man with tattoos of devil horns, could remove enough blood from one of his victims to drink it from a coffee cup for a week. Transcript Highlights 00:20.04 Introduction 02:34.85 Marc-Anthony Cantrell, 26, satanist, called a budding serial killer 09:13.65 Two murders in South Carolina 14:44.86 Grandmother of Jared Ondrea files suit 19:28.08 Jared Ondrea, 22, body hasn't been found 24:21.46 Orders of Protective custody in New Orleans 29:07.42 People in need of help, not getting it 33:11.64 Why has this story stayed under the radar for two years 37:22.67 Removing the ears, ritualized 44:20.51 ConclusionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25 Mars 44min

Cartel Concentration Camp Crematory Uncovered In Mexico

Cartel Concentration Camp Crematory Uncovered In Mexico

Families and friends looking for answers about what happened to their loved ones who vanished. A volunteer group uncovers a site that looks like a concentration camp out of WW2, but it is in 2025 Mexico! Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack take an up close look at what was found, including three underground ovens used for cremating bodies. Joe explains the forensics in trying to identify some of the souls whose remains, are now cremains. Transcript Highlights00:00.03 Introduction 02:38.66 Disposal of human beings like WW2 Concentration camps 06:53.11 Since 1962, 120,000 people have gone missing in Mexico 11:09.42 Amongst the horror, children's toys are found 16:44.94 Volunteers using methods that are not very high tech 21:33.74 Looking for markers in the ground 26:36.78 Look for bodies by poking the ground 31:12.08 Piles of shoes at the Holocaust museum 35:03.34 ConclusionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20 Mars 46min

SOLVED! 35-Year Double Murder Cold Case CONVICTION 

SOLVED! 35-Year Double Murder Cold Case CONVICTION 

Kenneth Perry thought he got away with the rape and murder of Pamela Sumter and the murder of her brother, John Sumter. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack dive into a case that remained unsolved for over 30 years but was eventually solved by a combination of good detective work and brilliant DNA work done by Othram labs. Check out www.dnasolves.com to find out how you can help. Joe explains the crime scene and how investigators were able to use a "dying declaration" to get justice for Pamela and John Sumter,Kenneth Perry was convicted of the rape and murder of Pamela Sumter and the murder of her brother, John Sumter. He was sentenced on March 18, 2025 to three consecutive life sentences, plus 100 years in custody. Transcribe Highlights00:00:01.81 Introduction - Malignant Heart 00:03:19.67 Othram solving the cold cases 00:05:53.64 Unsolved case of double homicide 00:09:47.60 DNA And "dying declaration" 00:14:12.53 Why Would some die after surviving two weeks 00:20:48.31 Early days of genetic material of sex offenders 00:25:18.44 Pattern wear of shoe providing evidence 00:30:01.82 Determining knife, double edge or single edge 00:36:23.44 Learning about DNA watching the OJ Trial 00:41:31.50 Crowdfunding and Access to grant writers 00:46:05.88 Suspect is now 56, got DNA sample that matched victims in Ga and Detroit 00:49:01.54 Othram helping solve cold cases 00:53:02.29 ConclusionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

19 Mars 53min

Teen Shoots Dad To Death, Stabs Mom To Death: Who Is Collin Griffith?

Teen Shoots Dad To Death, Stabs Mom To Death: Who Is Collin Griffith?

Collin Griffith shoots his father to death at 15 and claims self-defense. 18-months later, Collin Griffith kills his mother, he is now 17 and claims self-defense again. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack take on the story of the teen who killed both of his parents, in different states and in different years and used two different types of weapons to kill his parents and claims self-defense. It is a story can only be understood when the forensic evidence is brought to the front. Collin Griffith, 15, is charged with killing his father on February 14, 2023 in Oklahoma. Judge drops charges. Same teen, now 17, charged with killing his mother September 8, 2024, jury decision Not Guilty. What Happened! Transcript Highlights00:00.23 Introduction 03:04.77 The Fickle Finger of Fate, defined 04:59.94 Boys kills dad when he is 15 and mother when he is 1709:53.26 The prosecution walking a tight wire talking about age of suspect 15:44.30 Finding a weapon doesn't tell the whole story 20:25.10 Kills dad with a gun, claims self-defense 25:42.92 Judge drops the charges against the boy30:23.32 How does a teen kill both parents, time and distance apart35:22.38 What evidence is left behind in the blood40:13.23 Griffith claims long fight leading up to fatal injury 43:03.56 Conclusion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 Mars 41min

Alone, Hungry, Thirsty and Lost: The Final Days of Gene Hackman

Alone, Hungry, Thirsty and Lost: The Final Days of Gene Hackman

Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss the latest information regarding the death of Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa. Their deaths have been called "suspicious" by some in the press, but Joe Scott explains what actually happened and why their deaths, while shocking and sad, are not suspicious. Transcribe Highlights 00:00.90 Introduction - The Death of Gene Hackman 03:40.86 Gene Hackman found in "Mud Room" and wife found in Bathroom with pills spilled around her 08:59.26 Dog found dead in bathroom had some type of treatment at the vet 14:09.85 Actors with dementia trying to perform 19:03.30 Gene Hackman was totally dependent on his wife 24:31.11 What does "mummify" mean 28:59.43 Gene Hackman's wife died from Hantavirus 33:23.47 Hantavirus is spread by rodents 39:08.17 Gene Hackman didn't drink any water or eat any food days leading up to his death 41:44.62 ConclusionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13 Mars 40min

"Mad Scientist" and Drug Dealer Charged in Deaths of KC Chiefs Fans

"Mad Scientist" and Drug Dealer Charged in Deaths of KC Chiefs Fans

January 9, 2024, three Kansas City Chiefs football fans were found dead in the snow outside their friend's house where they got together to watch the game between the Chiefs and the Chargers on January 7. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack update the case with the recent arrests of Jordan Willis and Ivory Carson, both charged with three counts of Involuntary Manslaughter and two counts of delivery of a controlled substance. Transcribe Highlights00:07.65 Introduction - Intentions 04:06.26 Mixing chemicals in high school 10:03.72 Mixing Cocaine with fentanyl 15:00.84 Three men are found dead outside, one asleep inside. No foul play? 20:00.46 Homicide or accidental death 24:00.14 Did the three men go outside for a smoke? 29:08.22 How the men were found 34:18.27 Police know how to get information 39:08.15 Intention 42:13.77 Conclusion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 Mars 40min

Double Murderer Executed by Firing Squad. Why?

Double Murderer Executed by Firing Squad. Why?

Brad Sigmon was sentenced to death in South Carolina for the double murder of his ex-girlfriend's parents, David and Gladys Larke. He confessed to killing both of them with a baseball bat, then attempted to kidnap his ex-girlfriend, Rebecca Barbare, using a gun stolen from David Larke. Barbare jumped from a moving car and ran to escape Sigmon. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss the crimes that led to the confession, conviction, and ultimate sentencing to death of Brad Sigmon, and how Sigmon's own protest over lethal injection caused him to be put to death by firing squad Transcript Highlights 00:00.06 Introduction 02:05.23 Double murder with a baseball bat 05:03.73 Description of injuries caused by baseball bat to the face 10:06.12 Talk about Brad Sigmon 14:55.81 Sigmon uses bat to kill both parents of girlfriend 20:09.81 Joseph talks about "Paths of Glory" - movie 31:31.60 Military executions 36:12.67 Discussion of execution methods in USA 41:40.28 Conclusion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11 Mars 41min

An Unhappy Anniversary - The Death of Emily Jean Schwartz

An Unhappy Anniversary - The Death of Emily Jean Schwartz

On a camping trip to celebrate their one-year wedding anniversary, Joseph Ferlazzo, 42, and his wife, Emily Jean Schwartz, 22, get into an argument. This much is understood. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss the case and the evidence that will reveal who is telling the truth—the prosecution or the defense. The defense claims the couple argued, and Emily stormed out of the converted bus, never to be seen again. Prosecutors allege that Ferlazzo shot his wife twice in the head and dismembered her on the bus. Transcribe highlights 00:00.00 Introduction 03:29.92 Sharing camping stories 08:00.53 Husband twice as old as wife 14:20.33 Returns home without wife 19:16.42 Relax by getting away 24:26.58 Wife is supposedly in the woods, alone for days 28:35.69 Husband claims he is the victim 33:06.37 Dismembering the body 37:49.67 Father's wife died, never charged 41:25.68 ConclusionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

6 Mars 41min

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