Invisible Choir

On the morning of October 3rd, 2021, investigators combing through the charred remains of a Colorado home uncovered the burned body of a man. But it wasn’t the fire that killed him. He had been stabbed in the neck multiple times, murdered before the flames were ever set. When two suspects were taken into custody, their conflicting stories and contradicting details only deepened the mystery of what really happened that night… Written by Sam Foster, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/shesaid    Support Our Sponsors:  HungryRoot: Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/choir and use code “choir” to get 40% off your first delivery PLUS get a free item in every box for life!  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Bilt: Earn points on rent and around your neighborhood by going to joinbilt.com/choir GreenLight: Don’t wait to teach your kids real-world money skills! Start your risk-free GreenLight trial at greenlight.com/choir to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a rainy night in Davenport, Iowa, a routine car crash investigation takes a chilling turn when the injured driver begins making disturbing claims… ones that involve a baseball bat. Written by John Garland Wells, Edited & Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/spiral  Support Our Sponsors:  GreenLight: Don’t wait to teach your kids real-world money skills! Start your risk-free GreenLight trial at greenlight.com/choir to get started.  Mint Mobile: Unlock your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just $15 per month at mintmobile.com/choir  Cornbread Hemp: Save 30% on your first order at cornbreadhemp.com/choir and use code “choir” at checkout!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Extreme acts of violence rarely happen without warning. There’s often a long, troubling pattern leading up to them. When intervention fails, the consequences can be devastating. Such was the case for 25-year-old Joel Arciniega-Saenz, whose story leaves us asking what might have happened if someone had only acted sooner… Written by Trevor Pason, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/headgames    Support Our Sponsors:  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  HungryRoot: Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/choir to get 40% off your first delivery PLUS get a free item in every box for life!  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In October 2021, Tim Ivy and his girlfriend met a woman online to explore a consensual intimate encounter. But what began as flirtation quickly unraveled into a 24-hour nightmare. By the end, two people were dead, one was hospitalized, and the sole survivor had a chilling story to tell… We would like to extend a special thanks to Jordan Ivy for sharing her story. Written by Jessamyn Ansary, Edited & Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/casualencounter  Support Our Sponsors:  GreenLight: Don’t wait to teach your kids real-world money skills! Start your risk-free GreenLight trial at greenlight.com/choir to get started.  Bilt: Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood BenefitsTM by going to joinbilt.com/choir. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maine’s reputation for peace was shattered when a woman discovered a gruesome crime scene just minutes before a random interstate shooting nearby. At the center of both was Joseph Eaton, a recently released convict who turned on the only people left in his corner… We would like to extend a special thanks to Lisa Shea for sharing her story. Written by Samantha Grove, Edited & Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/forgiveforget  Support Our Sponsors:  Bilt: Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood Benefits TM by going to joinbilt.com/choir  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Late in the evening on September 3rd, 2022, 41-year-old Mark Bent was sitting in his truck, drinking a homemade concoction of hard liquor and an energy drink, contemplating a big decision.  Over the last year, Mark had found himself as the center of some drama in his new home state of Idaho.  What started as a rumor escalated into harassment, which in turn made Mark’s life a living hell.  It was only after Mark conveniently found himself outside the home of 23-year-old Nikolas Bird, the very man he held responsible for starting the rumors, that he decided to take matters into his own hands… Written by Trevor Pason, edited and engineered by Scott Ecklein, and executive produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/castaway  Support Our Sponsors:  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  GreenLight: Don’t wait to teach your kids real-world money skills! Start your risk-free GreenLight trial at greenlight.com/choir to get started.  Bilt: Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood BenefitsTM by going to joinbilt.com/choir.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On April 19, 2020, 19-year-old David Miner IV of Frederick, Maryland, just wanted to take some acid, play video games and celebrate the psychedelic holiday known as Bicycle Day. He never expected it would end with a family member dead in the living room.  A special thanks to David Miner and Jordan Ledbetter, who shared their stories, and Dr. Craig Heacock, who offered his professional insight.  Written by Gus Burns, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/bicycleday  Support Our Sponsors:  HungryRoot: Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/choir and use code “CHOIR” to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meeting the family is always nerve-wracking—but when 59-year-old Vickie Edge’s relatives met her new fiancée, it wasn’t over dinner. It was on his front lawn, as he was being arrested for her murder... Written by Trevor Pason, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/finaldestination  Support Our Sponsors:  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Green Chef: Go to greenchef.com/50invisible and use code “50INVISIBLE” to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with FREE shipping!   Bilt: Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood Benefits by going to joinbilt.com/choir. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Payment Solutions CEO Geoffrey Biddle was found murdered in his own home, those who knew him were shocked. He had meaningful relationships with his friends, family,  and employees, with no known enemies. He was the kind of man who was happy to lend a hand to a neighbor in need. But as investigators dug deeper, they uncovered a trail of fraud, deception, and premeditation leading them straight to jaded ex-employee, Billy Phillips. Stolen checks, suspicious internet searches and a mountain of evidence painted a dark picture of a murderous crime driven by pure greed. Written by Samantha Grove, Edited & Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/ceo   Support Our Sponsors:  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  HungryRoot: Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/choir to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life!  DraftKings Casino: Spring is in full bloom on Draftkings Casino! Download the app and sign up with code “CHOIR” and play just $5 on anything and get 350 casino spins instantly on a featured game slot!  Visit Invisible Choir on the web:  Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/InvisibleChoir  Website:  https://www.invisiblechoir.com/  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/InvisibleChoirPodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/invisiblechoir/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/InvisibleChoir Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While hunting wild turkey in a remote National Forest in Virginia, a man stumbled upon a human corpse. The victim was 52-year-old Michael Kent Jamerson—but the true terror began only after his killer and supposed friend, Robert Gleason, was caught. Because for the state of Virginia, this murder was just the beginning of a far more disturbing plot… Written by Trevor Pason, edited and engineered by Scott Ecklein, and executive produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/bostonbobby  Support Our Sponsors:  DraftKings Casino: Download the app and sign up with code “CHOIR” and play $5 on anything and get 350 casino spins INSTANTLY on a featured slot game!  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Spot & Tango: Go to https://www.spotandtango.com/choir and use code “CHOIR” for 50% off your first order!  Green Chef: Go to greenchef.com/50invisible and use code “50INVISIBLE” to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with FREE shipping!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On February 6th, 2019, Michael Cochran was found unresponsive on the kitchen floor of his West Virginia home. Rather than calling 911, his wife Natalie spent the day inviting friends and family over to assess his condition. Michael appeared to be sleeping—he was even snoring. But no matter how much they shook him and called out his name, he wouldn’t wake up… Written by Sam Foster, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/americanscheme    Support Our Sponsors:  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Quince: Shop Mother’s Day at Quince! Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  DraftKings Casino: The Great Rewards hunt is on! Sign up with code “CHOIR” and start playing to get up to $1000.00 in casino credits back with a minimum $5 net loss.  Spot & Tango: Go to https://www.spotandtango.com/choir for 50% off your first order!  Green Chef: Go to greenchef.com/invisiblefree and use code “50INVISIBLE” to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most of us trust that our legal system will deliver the right judgments and hold those who commit heinous crimes accountable. That trust extends to the support we expect to follow — the assumption that resources will be available after an unexpected tragedy. But the unfortunate truth is that not everyone is afforded these privileges, making the path to recovery and closure all the more complicated for survivors of violent crime who are left to pick up the pieces on their own. For the family of 70-year-old David Flaget, that journey was filled with obstacles. They were ultimately forced to take matters into their own hands in seeking justice after their beloved grandfather was murdered in a situation that was entirely preventable. Special thanks to Brittney and Tamber for taking the time to talk with us and tell us about their  Grandpa Dave. Written by Trevor Pason, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/dammitdave  Support Our Sponsors:  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  HungryRoot: Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/choir to get 40% off your first delivery PLUS get a free item in every box for life!  DraftKings Casino: The Great Rewards hunt is on! Sign up with code “CHOIR” and start playing to get up to $1000.00 in casino credits back with a minimum $5 net loss.  Green Chef: Go to greenchef.com/invisiblefree and use code “invisiblefree” to get started with FREE salads for two months plus 50% off your first box!  Spot & Tango: Go to https://www.spotandtango.com/choir for 50% off your first order!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a frigid January morning in 2021, Tina Goad—a devoted Ohio mother of three—never arrives at her sister’s house to pick up her son for school. Concerned, her family wastes no time reporting her missing. As detectives begin their search, they uncover a chilling connection between Tina’s disappearance and a call from a distraught father whose son has just confessed to an unimaginable crime...  Written by John Garland Wells, Edited & Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/buddysystem  Support Our Sponsors:  Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Spot & Tango: Go to https://www.spotandtango.com/choir for 50% off your first order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When 16-year-old Susana Morales disappeared during a short walk home in Norcross, Georgia, her loved ones traced her last known location, but she was nowhere to be found. Months later, human remains discovered miles away would reveal the tragic truth. As investigators unraveled the case, they uncovered a shocking suspect…  Written by Gus Burns, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/bump  Support Our Sponsors:  HungryRoot: Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/choir to get 40% off your first delivery PLUS get a free item in every box for life!  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Hers: Visit ForHers.com/choir for your personalized weight loss treatment options!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a frigid Iowa morning in January of 2024, a woman arrived at her best friend’s home to pick her up for a coffee date. Almost immediately, there were signs that something was terribly wrong. Trusting her instincts, she entered the residence—only to be met with one of the most grisly and horrific scenes imaginable. The ensuing investigation proved to be a twisting road of violence, religion, and bizarre tangents—all leading back to the person who was supposed to be the victim’s most trusted caretaker… Thank you to Valerie Durr for sharing her perspective and insights into her friendship with Jennifer Dazey. Written by John Garland Wells, Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/betrayed  Support Our Sponsors:  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  Hers: Visit ForHers.com/choir for your personalized weight loss treatment options!  Green Chef: Go to greenchef.com/invisiblefree and use code “invisiblefree” to get started with FREE salads for two months plus 50% off your first box!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2016, police in Columbus, Ohio, were dispatched to a homeless encampment known as a "tent city" near the Scioto River. Upon arrival, they discovered a gruesome crime scene—the brutal murder of a camp resident, Cathleen Howatt. Her death set off a complex and tragic investigation, drawing in law enforcement, as well as Cathleen’s loved ones, into a web of conflicting accounts, substance abuse, and the harsh realities of life on the streets of Columbus. As authorities closed in on Cathleen’s killer, tensions escalated, leading to a dramatic and intense confrontation between detective and suspect.    Thank you to Peyton Williams and Jeanette Bradley for speaking with us.  Written by John Garland Wells, Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/tentcity  Support Our Sponsors:  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  HungryRoot: Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/choir and use code CHOIR to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choir for life!  Hers: Visit ForHers.com/choir for your personalized weight loss treatment options!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In March 2017, a 25-year-old man in Dubuque, Iowa placed a frantic phone call to 911. He claimed his girlfriend had just died in front of him - by stabbing herself in the stomach. The next day, he was arrested and charged with her murder. But was her death a suicide or a homicide? The question would divide a community, send shockwaves through the courts, and pit two families against each other.  Written and produced by Jessamyn Ansary, Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/nopeace    Support Our Sponsors:  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Green Chef: Go to greenchef.com/invisiblefree and use code “invisiblefree” to get started with FREE salads for two months plus 50% off your first box!  Quince: Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to quince.com/choir for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On October 23rd, 2022, 21-year-old Jared Dicus and 21-year-old Anggy Diaz posted a photo on Facebook that surprised their friends and family alike. It was a picture of Jared holding Anggy in his arms as they shared a kiss, celebrating the fact that they had just gotten married. This announcement came as a shock to their friends and family for a couple of reasons: first, no one was invited, and second, they had met less than a year ago. However, setting aside judgment, it appeared that the two truly loved each other, and perhaps this was just another story of love at first sight. Yet, despite how good things seemed, something dark was brewing beneath the surface, only to be revealed after a disturbing 911 call was made just a few months later. Written by Trevor Pason, edited and engineered by Scott Ecklein, and executive produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/unseen  Support Our Sponsors:  Squarespace: Go to https://www.squarespace.com/choir for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code “CHOIR” to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain!  Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  Hers: Visit ForHers.com/choir for your personalized weight loss treatment options!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a wealthy businessman and his live-in friend were discovered dead in an upscale Arkansas neighborhood in 2002, the execution-style murders sent ripples across the country. Shortly after, a woman goes missing from her job in Salt Lake City, Utah. What connects these two horrific events is a single man and a lifetime of growing delusions, culminating in a shocking nine-year ordeal of violence and delayed justice. Written by John Garland Wells, edited and engineered by Scott Ecklein, and executive produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/hgwt  Support Our Sponsors:  Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  Acorns: Visit acorns.com/choir or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!  HungryRoot: Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/choir and use code CHOIR to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choir for life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the afternoon of March 19th, 2018, residents in Lake Wales, Florida were going about their usual day-to-day business. Adults were just getting off work, kids were returning home from school, and others were finishing up their errands. But, around 3 PM, that all changed when waves of police and paramedics made their way to a neighborhood on the south side of town, surrounding a small field near Caloosa Blvd and Lake Blvd. As public interest grew and residents watched on, they learned that just beyond that field, in a small but dense area of trees, lay the dead body of 15-year-old Giovanni Diaz. As for the suspect, 16-year-old Dillen Murray, he was already in custody, claiming that he had beaten the boy to death in self-defense. It just so happened that the community themselves had far more information than investigators initially realized, helping to piece together the puzzle of how a hang out between friends turned deadly. ***We originally covered this case in an abbreviated “Felony Friday” mini-episode back in 2020. This is a follow-up full length rewrite now that the perpetrator has been sentenced and all investigative reports have been made publicly available.*** Written by Trevor Pason, edited and engineered by Scott Ecklein, and executive produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/secretproject  Support Our Sponsors:  Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/invisible.  StoryWorth: Go to https://www.storyworth.com/invisible to save $10 on your first purchase! Bilt Rewards: Earn points by paying rent right now when you go to JoinBilt.com/choir!  Masterclass: Visit Masterclass.com/choir to receive up to 50% off a Masterclass membership, where you can learn from over 200+ of the world’s best!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices