Women and Crime

Ep 293: Recently we had the pleasure of holding our very first live show: The Women of Edna Mahan; where we had an Amazoing conversation with three panelists, all of whom had served time at the all-female prison. We heard their stories, struggles and they let us know what daily life was like in this all-women prison. And while we had a great turnout, but we also wanted to share the recording of this event with those who couldn't attend. Panelists Links: Dawn Jackson https://www.tiktok.com/discover/the-official-dawn-jackson https://www.instagram.com/theofficialdawnjackson/ Audrey Wilson https://www.peteygreene.org https://www.peteygreene.org/pgp-team-bios#audrey-wilson Nafeesah Goldsmith https://www.nafeesahagoldsmith.com Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Audio Editor, Jose Alfonzo Script Editor, Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Special Thanks to: Dawn Jackson, Audrey Wilson, Nafeesah Goldsmith Get Even More Women&Crime Episodes: Patreon - Ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade for $5 a month to get a new extra episode every month, as well as exclusive virtual HappyHours with Meg & Amy. Check-out other tiers for perks such as lectures, true crime book club, and more! Visit our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime Apple Subscriptions - Exclusive episodes and ad-free regular stories are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $4.99 a month, or save with an annual membership. YouTube Memberships - Exclusive episode available on YouTube for only $4.99 a month. https://www.youtube.com/@WomenandCrime/membership Help is Available: If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or 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 these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 292: A high school student received hundreds of cruel messages from a mysterious sender. What investigators uncovered left a community stunned. This is the Lauryn Licari story Sources for Today's Episode: The documentary “Unknown Number: The High School Catfish” People.com Cosmpolitan.com California Penal Code Sponsors: (thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!) Shopify - If you want to see less carts being abandoned, its time for you to head over to Shopify.     Sign up for your $1-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at shopify.com/crimewomen Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Audio Editor, Jose Alfonzo Script Editor, Abigail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Get Even More Women&Crime Episodes: Patreon - Ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade for $5 a month to get a new extra episode every month, as well as exclusive virtual HappyHours with Meg & Amy. Check-out other tiers for perks such as lectures, true crime book club, and more! Visit our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime Apple Subscriptions - Exclusive episodes and ad-free regular stories are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $4.99 a month, or save with an annual membership. YouTube Memberships - Exclusive episode available on YouTube for only $4.99 a month. https://www.youtube.com/@WomenandCrime/membership Help is Available: If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or 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 these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Keywords: Unknown Number, Kendra Licari, Netflix, Catfish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 291: Reconsidered: 37 - Sherri Papini Original Airdate: 01/26/21 It’s been over four years since 34 year old mother Sherri Papini vanished then reappeared 22 days later, chained and branded, 15 pounds lighter with cut hair, a broken nose and severe bruising. What happened to Sherri- Was she the victim of a brutal kidnapping or was this all a hoax? Women & Crime: Reconsidered is where we revisit our episode catalog and bring new insights, behind the scenes or updates. Credits: • Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks • Produced & Edited by James Varga • Script Editor, • Music by Dessert Media Help is Available: If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or 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 these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 290: After a Tinder romance turned out to be the most infamous scam of the digital age, one woman turned her heartbreak into purpose This is the Cecilie Fjellhøy story. Sources for Today's Episode: https://www.ceciliefjellhoy.com The stylist Cosmopolitan The Tinder Swindler doc on Netflix People BBC OCCRP.org IMDB Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Music by Dessert Media Get Even More Women&Crime Episodes: Patreon - Ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade for $5 a month to get a new extra episode every month, as well as exclusive virtual HappyHours with Meg & Amy. Check-out other tiers for perks such as lectures, true crime book club, and more! Visit our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime Apple Subscriptions - Exclusive episodes and ad-free regular stories are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $4.99 a month, or save with an annual membership. YouTube Memberships - Exclusive episode available on YouTube for only $4.99 a month. https://www.youtube.com/@WomenandCrime/membership Help is Available: If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or 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 these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Keywords: Tinder Swindler; Simon Leviev Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 289: Reconsidered: 36 - Wendy Trapaga Original Airdate: 01/12/21 Four days after her wedding, this beautiful, loving, young 21-year-old newlywed, was murdered. Was this a brutal murder by a stranger or did someone else, closer to home, have a motive for this murder? Women & Crime: Reconsidered is where we revisit our episode catalog and bring new insights, behind the scenes or updates. Credits: • Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks • Produced & Edited by James Varga • Music by Dessert Media Help is Available: If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or 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 these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 288: She was a beloved university advisor. He was a retired detective. They were the perfect couple—until one morning, everything shattered. This is the Rosaria Andraka Story. Sources for Today's Episode: Patch.com NBC New York Violence Policy Center FBI.gov Psychology Today Sponsors: (thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!) Zocdoc is a FREE app and website where you can search and compare high quality, in-network doctors AND click to instantly book an appointment. Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to Zocdoc dot com slash WAC to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Cash App - Download Cash App Today: https://cash.app #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at ⁠https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement⁠. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit ⁠http://cash.app/legal/podcast⁠ for full disclosures. Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Audio Editor, Jose Alfonzo Script Editor, Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Get Even More Women&Crime Episodes: • Patreon - Ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade for $5 a month to get a new extra episode every month, as well as exclusive virtual HappyHours with Meg & Amy. Check-out other tiers for perks such as lectures, true crime book club, and more! Visit our Patreon page for more info: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime⁠ • Apple Subscriptions - Exclusive episodes and ad-free regular stories are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $4.99 a month, or save with an annual membership. • YouTube Memberships - Exclusive episode available on YouTube for only $4.99 a month. ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@WomenandCrime/membership⁠  Help is Available: If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or 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 these organizations please visit ⁠https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 287: Reconsidered: 35 - Patricia Stallings and Interview with Jessica Henry Original Airdate: 12/15/20 After her three month old son Ryan got violently ill, Patricia Stallings rushed him to the hospital where he was placed in the pediatric intensive care unit. She and her husband were informed that their baby had been poisoned. Suspicions surrounded the couple, however it wasn’t until several weeks later when baby Ryan suffered another episode, that Patricia was arrested. Tragically, Ryan’s condition worsened and he passed away and Patricia was convicted of first-degree murder. However, it wouldn’t be long until the real truth emerged. What happened to baby Ryan and how did the birth of her second son lead to her freedom? Women & Crime: Reconsidered is where we revisit our episode catalog and bring new insights, behind the scenes or updates. Live Show Tickets (Nov 5th 7pm) Madison, New Jersey: ⁠https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1815658135359?aff=oddtdtcreator⁠ Sources for Today's Episode: People.com Forensic Files Unsolved Mysteries Smoke but no Fire- Jessica Henry Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced & Edited by James Varga Music by Dessert Media Special Thanks to: Jessica Henry Help is Available: If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or 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 these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 286: Instead of protection, this domestic violence survivor was sentenced to twenty years in prison. Was it justice, or a system stacked against her? This is the Marissa Alexander story. Live Show Tickets (Nov 5th 7pm) Madison, New Jersey: ⁠https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1815658135359?aff=oddtdtcreator⁠ Sources for Today's Episode: Essence CBS News Justia Law Florida General Assembly Fox News The Guardian Tampa Bay times Miami Herald Politico AP News Sponsors: (thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!) Chewy - This Halloween, make your pets be part of the celebration. Shop costumes, toys, and treats with Chewy! Go to Chewpanions.chewy.com/WOMENANDCRIMEPODCAST to get $20 off your first order. Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Audio Editor, Jose Alfonzo Script Editor, Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Get Even More Women&Crime Episodes: • Patreon - Ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade for $5 a month to get a new extra episode every month, as well as exclusive virtual HappyHours with Meg & Amy. Check-out other tiers for perks such as lectures, true crime book club, and more! Visit our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime • Apple Subscriptions - Exclusive episodes and ad-free regular stories are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $4.99 a month, or save with an annual membership. • YouTube Memberships - Exclusive episode available on YouTube for only $4.99 a month. https://www.youtube.com/@WomenandCrime/membershipHelp is Available: If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or 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 these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 285: Reconsidered: 34 - Virginia McMartin Original Airdate: 12/01/20 In the 1980s a prominent 76-year-old owner of a family-run preschool was named as the head of a child molestation ring. The accusations eventually extending to her children and even her grandchildren. But was this preschool a front covering the most egregious child abuse scandal in American history or was this woman and her family members the victim of a modern day witch hunt? Women & Crime: Reconsidered is where we revisit our episode catalog and bring new insights, behind the scenes or updates. Checkout our Live podcast event Nov 5th in Madison, NJ - Women in Prison: The Women of Edna Mahan. Tickets are Free! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1815658135359?aff=oddtdtcreator Sources for Today's Episode: The Daily Best The NY Times The McMartin Family Trials on Oxygen Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Music by Dessert Media Help is Available: If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or 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 these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 284: In 1988, an 8-year-old girl disappeared off of Hogan Avenue in Fort Wayne, Indiana. It would take 30 years for forensic technology to catch her abductor This is the April Tinsley Story Live Show Tickets (Nov 5th 7pm) Madison, New Jersey: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1815658135359?aff=oddtdtcreator Sources for Today's Episode: The podcast DNA ID The Indy Star CNN Find a Grave Sponsors: (thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!) Shopify - If you want to see less carts being abandoned, its time for you to head over to Shopify! Sign up for your $1-per-month trial and start selling today at shopify.com/crimewomen Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Audio Editor, Jose Alfonzo Script Editor, Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Get Even More Women&Crime Episodes: • Patreon - Ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade for $5 a month to get a new extra episode every month, as well as exclusive virtual HappyHours with Meg & Amy. Check-out other tiers for perks such as lectures, true crime book club, and more! Visit our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime • Apple Subscriptions - Exclusive episodes and ad-free regular stories are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $4.99 a month, or save with an annual membership. • YouTube Memberships - Exclusive episode available on YouTube for only $4.99 a month. https://www.youtube.com/@WomenandCrime/membershipHelp is Available: If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or 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 these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 283: Reconsidered: 33 - Marshae Jones Original Airdate: 11/24/20 27-year-old, Marshae Jones was five months pregnant when she was involved in a fight that ended in tragic death of her unborn child. A few months later a grand jury indicted Marshae on a manslaughter charge for the death of her own fetus. Was this young women right to blame or was she the victim in this situation? Women & Crime: Reconsidered is where we revisit our episode catalog and bring new insights, behind the scenes or updates. Sources for Today's Episode: Washington Post AL.com NYT NCSL (National Council of State Legislators) CNN Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Music by Dessert Media Help is Available: If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or 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 these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 282: A brilliant chemist disappears, but the clues that lead-investigators to her body don’t solve the case This is the Geetha Angara story. Sources for Today's Episode: The Star Ledger The Los Angeles Times The NY Post Asbury Park Press The Bergen Record NY Times Associated Press Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Audio Editor, Jose Alfonzo Script Editor, Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Get Even More Women&Crime Episodes: Patreon - Ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade for $5 a month to get a new extra episode every month, as well as exclusive virtual HappyHours with Meg & Amy. Check-out other tiers for perks such as lectures, true crime book club, and more! Visit our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime Apple Subscriptions - Exclusive episodes and ad-free regular stories are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $4.99 a month, or save with an annual membership. YouTube Memberships - Exclusive episode available on YouTube for only $4.99 a month. https://www.youtube.com/@WomenandCrime/membership Help is Available: If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or 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 these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 281: Reconsidered: 32 - Cindy James Original Airdate: 11/17/20 During the 1980s, Cindy James was purportedly the victim of over 100 attacks of physical and mental abuse by an unknown assailant. After a heavy police presence and no assailant ever identified, police grew skeptical. Was this a hoax or the diabolical plan of someone who wanted to torture and eventually murder her? Women & Crime: Reconsidered is where we revisit our episode catalog and bring new insights, behind the scenes or updates. Credits: • Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks • Produced by James Varga • Music by Dessert Media Help is Available: If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or 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 these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 280: Was Missouri’s longest-serving female prisoner a murderer… or a scapegoat of sexism and tunnel vision? This is the Patty Prewitt story. Sources for Today's Episode: People.com Guernica magazine Riverfront Times Transcript from State v. Prewitt (2019) Sponsors: (thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!) Hungry Root - is like having your own personal shopper. They take care of the weekly grocery shopping, recommending healthy groceries tailored to your tastes, nutrition preferences, and health goals. For a limited time get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Go to Hungryroot.com/WAC and use code WAC. Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Audio Editor, Jose Alfonzo Script Editor, Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Get Even More Women&Crime Episodes: Patreon - Ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade for $5 a month to get a new extra episode every month, as well as exclusive virtual HappyHours with Meg & Amy. Check-out other tiers for perks such as lectures, true crime book club, and more! Visit our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime Apple Subscriptions - Exclusive episodes and ad-free regular stories are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $4.99 a month, or save with an annual membership. YouTube Memberships - Exclusive episode available on YouTube for only $4.99 a month. https://www.youtube.com/@WomenandCrime/membership Help is Available: If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or 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 these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 279: Reconsidered: 31 - Angela Samota and Shelia Wysocki Original Airdate: 11/10/20 After more than 20 years the brutal rape and murder of college student Angela Samota was finally solved, thanks in part to the tenacity of her best friend. Why did it take police so long to find the killer and what ultimately led to an arrest of a man who was never even one of the many suspects this case. Women & Crime: Reconsidered is where we revisit our episode catalog and bring new insights, behind the scenes or updates. Sources for Today's Episode: BBC Washington Post Without Warning Podcast Criminal Podcast Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Music by Dessert Media Help is Available: If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or 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 these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices