W&C Reconsidered: Cindy James

Ep 131: A barrage of online hate drives a young teenage girl to the unthinkable This is the Megan Meier Story Sources for Today's Episode: The Megan Meier Foundation NBC News ABC News Statista.com An article in Wired Sponsors: (thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!) Avocado Green Mattress - Visit avocadomattress.com to shop now. For a limited time, get 10% off mattresses with code WAC10 at checkout. Show your Support: The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience!  You can also support the show through the following ways:  Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | Twitter Patron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more!  Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime Apple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month. Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merch Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Audio Editor,Seiler Burr Script Editor: Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Help is Available: If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Keywords: juvenile, suicide, Lori Drew, cyberbullying, Missouri, "Josh Evans", Sarah Drew, Ashley Grills, Megan Meier Cyberbullying Prevention Act, Megan Meier Foundation  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

13 Juni 202339min

Ep 130: A twelve year old girl ends up pregnant, but two weeks before she’s scheduled for a C-section, her family wakes up to find her gone. Did she run away, or did someone try to eliminate her? This is the Celina Mays story Center for Missing and Exploited Children  1800- THE-LOST 1800 843-5678 Missing Children Video Mentioned: https://runawaytrain25.com Freedom of Mind Resource Center https://freedomofmind.com Encourage Cult Survivors http://www.encourage-cult-survivors.org Sources for Today's Episode: The Trenton Times https://childfindofamerica.org/resources/facts-and-stats-missing-children/ https://aspe.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/private/pdf/75531/report.pdf Philly Voice The Charley Project Burlington County Times https://www.burlingtoncountytimes.com/story/news/2021/12/11/willingboro-nj-celina-mays-missing-person-25-years/8858145002/ Show your Support: The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience!  You can also support the show through the following ways:  Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | Twitter Patron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more!  Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime Apple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month. Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merch Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Audio Editor,Seiler Burr Script Editor: Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Help is Available: If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Keywords: unsolved, 1996, Willingboro, New Jersey, disappearence, pregnant teen, C.J Mays,   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

6 Juni 202340min

Ep 129: In this special crossover episode with Killer Psyche podcast, retired FBI profiler Candice DeLong and criminologist Meghan Sacks unravel the case of Jade Janks. After discovering nude photos of herself on her stepfather's computer - including when she was underage - Did Jade commit the ultimate act of revenge? Follow Candice DeLong's podcast, Killer Psyche here: https://wondery.com/shows/killer-psyche/ Sources for Today's Episode: The Coast News Aleidalaw.org Lawandcrime.com Original.newsbreak.com California Penal Law 192(a) The Guardian Sponsors: (thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!) EveryPlate - America’s Best Value Meal Kit! Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code "womenandcrime149" Show your Support: The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience!  You can also support the show through the following ways:  Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | Twitter Patron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more!  Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime Apple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month. Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merch Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Audio Editor, Script Editor: Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Special Thanks to: Candice DeLong Help is Available: If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Keywords: bizarre, Tom Merriman, Solana Beach, California, drugging, homicide, nude photos,  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

30 Maj 202344min

Ep 128: Known only as Emily Doe, the unconscious women who was assaulted by a Stanford swimmer, this woman not only took her name back, but changed the conversation around sexual assault forever. This is the Chanel Miller story Sources for Today's Episode: Know My Name by Chanel Miller The New Yorker New York Times Sponsors: (thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!) Daily Harvest - Eating delicious, nourishing, and easy-to-prep meals has never been easier thanks to Daily Harvest. Go to DAILYHARVEST.com/women to get up to $65 off your first box.  Show your Support: The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience!  You can also support the show through the following ways:  Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | Twitter Patron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more!  Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime Apple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month. Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merch Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Audio Editor, Seiler Burr Script Editor, Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Help is Available: If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Keywords: Rapist, Brock Turner, Stanford, Swimmer, People v. Turner, victim Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23 Maj 202347min

Ep 127: A mother’s worst nightmare and her grief leads to her ongoing quest for justice and her push for new legislation This is the Ruth Markel story with a tribute to her son, Dan Markel Link to Ruth's book, The Unveiling Sources for Today's Episode: The Unveiling by Ruth Markel An interview with Ruth Markel 20/20 episode “Over My Dead Body” Fox News Florida Politics Wctv.com Original Jurisdiction Sponsors: (thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!) Babbel - Language for life Get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to BABBEL.com/WOMEN. EveryPlate - America’s Best Value Meal Kit!  Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to  EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code womenandcrime149. Thats up to a $110 value! Show your Support: The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience!  You can also support the show through the following ways:  Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | Twitter Patron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more!  Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime Apple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month. Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merch Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced & Edited by James Varga Script Editor: Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Help is Available: If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Keywords: Danny Markel,, Canada, Charlie Adelson, Criminal Attorney, Tallahassee Florida, Wendi Adelson,  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

16 Maj 202356min

Ep 126 (Part 1): A mother’s worst nightmare and her grief leads to her ongoing quest for justice and her push for new legislation This is the Ruth Markel story with a tribute to her son, Dan Markel Sources for Today's Episode: The Unveiling by Ruth Markel An interview with Ruth Markel 20/20 episode “Over My Dead Body” Fox News Florida Politics Wctv.com Original Jurisdiction Sponsors: (thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!) Daily Harvest Stop settling with your next meal and try Daily Harvest. Go to DAILYHARVEST.com/women to get up to $65 dollars off your first box. Show your Support: The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience!  You can also support the show through the following ways:  Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | Twitter Patron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more!  Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime Apple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month. Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merch Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced & Edited by James Varga Script Editor: Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Help is Available: If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Keywords: Danny Markel,, Canada, Charlie Adelson, Criminal Attorney, Tallahassee Florida, Wendi Adelson,  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

9 Maj 202337min

Ep 125: A teenage girls’ murder rocks a small Texas town, but during the trial, it’s her assailant who finds favor with the court. This is the Betty Williams story Sources for Today's Episode: Medium Texas Monthly (most info from here) NY Daily News San Antonio Express State v Olsen Sponsors: (thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!) Green Chef - Green Chef meal kits make eating well easy with plans to fit every lifestyle. Whether you’re Keto, Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, or just looking to eat more balanced meals. Go to GreenChef.com/women60 and use code women60 to get 60% off plus free shipping. Show your Support: The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience!  You can also support the show through the following ways:  Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | Twitter Patron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more!  Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime Apple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month. Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merch Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Audio Editor,Seiler Burr Script Editor: Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Help is Available: If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Keywords: suicide, insanity plea, juvenile, "Kiss and Kill Murder", 1961, Odessa, Texas, John Mack Herring,   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2 Maj 202349min

In August 2008, Sarah Widmer, a healthy 24 year-old is found dead in her bathtub, just four months after marrying her husband Ryan… the only person at home with Sarah that night.  Suspicion quickly fell on Ryan, leading to his arrest and conviction for Sarah’s murder. But could this have been a tragic accident?  Ryan has adamantly maintained his innocence for the last 15 years, but now, two seasoned criminologists examine the very controversial conviction of Ryan Widmer, for the murder of his wife Sarah.   Is Ryan a murder or did something else happen in that bathroom? Join us for the season 2 premiere, May 1st, to find out.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

27 Apr 20232min