Case Files with Kat and Ashley

Since we’re coming to the end of a crazy year, we thought we’d give all of you our lists of what true-crime docs or shows to watch! If you have free time over the holidays, what better way to escape from the family than by binging some true-crime?! From murder, to disappearances, to poltergeists, we have you covered. So, grab a drink and enjoy! 

This week, Kat does an overview of where we are NOW with the whole Ruby Franke/8 Passenger/Jodi Hildebrandt child abuse saga. Lots of evidence was recently released and Kat went through it ALL. Some newer updates (like from just this week!) have also come out, so once you listen, you will be all caught up.This is Case Files, so there's ALWAYS a standing Trigger Warning.But, with this one, we will discuss child abuse. Please listen carefully. References: The Rise and Fall of Ruby Franke | Wondery | Premium PodcastsTimeline_Journal (Highlighted)_Redacted.pdf (RUBY'S JOURNAL)Ruby Franke’s Estranged Husband Kevin Is Suing Jodi Hildebrandt (yahoo.com)Ruby Franke case: A timeline of events (sltrib.com)Ruby Franke formally charged with 6 felony counts of child abuse : NPRRuby Franke - WikipediaUtah vs Franke/Hildebrandt > Media Files (YOU CAN WATCH ALL BODY CAM FOOTAGE AND EVIDENCE THEY RELEASED HERE)New video reveals how Ruby Franke’s husband was kept in dark about abuse - ABC News (go.com)Ruby Franke case: Kevin Franke tried to have eldest daughter arrested, search warrant records show (sltrib.com)Ruby Franke case: Daughter, neighbors reported child welfare concerns to police, records show (sltrib.com)

In this episode Ashley discusses the murder of Jackie Vandagriff in September 2016. The events that lead up to this murder are truly terrifying and highlights the real dangers of stalking, especially by former romantic partners. If you are being stalked, please reach out to your local resources and get help-- stalking is real, it's dangerous and escalates very quickly. We are here for you if you need us.Resources:https://www.cbsnews.com/news/jackie-vandagriff-murder-targeted-killer-ex-48-hours/https://kileystruecrime.squarespace.com/kileystruecrimeaddict-blog/the-murder-of-jackie-vandagriffhttps://www.chillingcrimes.com/blogs/news/jackie-vandagriffhttps://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2018/04/16/man-killed-college-student-cut-out-heart/522800002/https://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/jackie-vandagriff-murder-charles-bryant-evidence/10/https://www.dallasnews.com/news/courts/2018/04/16/haslet-man-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-for-killing-dismembering-twu-student/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UUCEDyr2iNI

In this week's episode, Kat brings us the horrific tale of the death of the Reading Man, Warren Barnes, at the hands of 19-year- old, Brian Cohee, Jr. What's strange, is how this tale unfolds, how his parents are the ones who called 911, and how quickly the community reacted. Thanks to Explore With Us for putting all of the police footage together for this bizarre story. Follow them on YouTube! Thanks to The Wizard for finding this story for us! Grab a drink, tune in, and explore the dark side of humanity with us.Byeeee!References:The Explore With Us documentary you have to see! Parents Discover Teen Son's Horrifying Secret (youtube.com)Cohee Trial: Sentencing (youtube.com)Human Remains Found in Plastic Bag, Colorado Teen Charged With Murder (newsweek.com)US Teen Hid Head Of Homeless Man He Murdered In Closet To Satisfy "Fascination With Morbid" (ndtv.com)Brian Cohee is found guilty of all charges (westernslopenow.com)Chilling moment killer confessed to storing victim’s severed head in his closet | The IndependentKiller of Grand Junction's “reading man” sentenced to life in prison (coloradosun.com)Who did Brian Cohee murder? Why did Colorado killer choose his victim? - AS USA

In this episode, Ashley discusses William Paul Smolinski, Jr, often referred to by his nickname Billy, who went missing in August 2004. While initially, law enforcement thought he left on his own, foul play is now suspected. “We are never going to give up searching for our son,” Janice said. “We are driven by our faith, and all the mistakes and obstacles we’ve encountered make us more determined to find the truth and bring Billy home.”Resources:1.    https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/local/murphy-reintroduces-billys-law-inspired-by-missing-waterbury-man/2929750/2.    https://www.the-sun.com/news/8112446/william-billy-smolinski-missing-voicemail-affair/3.    https://int-missing.fandom.com/wiki/Billy_Smolinski4.     https://www.registercitizen.com/news/article/Seymour-man-sentenced-to-4-1-2-years-for-lying-to-12005864.php5.    https://uncovered.com/cases/william-smolinski-waterbury-ct6.    https://www.pahomepage.com/news/billys-law-aids-missing-person-cases-everywhere/7.    https://www.nhregister.com/news/article/Informant-in-Billy-Smolinski-case-on-the-run-11487688.php8.    https://abc7ny.com/missing-series-william-billy-smolinski-connecticut-cold-case-update/13208549/9.    https://www.andthentheyweregone.com/blog/billy-smolinski10. https://disappearedblog.com/william-smolinski/11. https://www.waterburyobserver.org/2022/10/01/missing-person-in-waterbury-connecticut-leads-to-18-years-of-heartache-and-now-federal-legislation/12. Hulu: Missing Season 3, Episode 2: https://www.hulu.com/watch/e926c9b2-dcae-477f-b578-68735c4e2afb13.  http://www.lacp.org/2010-Articles-Main/022310-HousePassesBillysLaw-MissingPersons.htm 

The '70s were coming to an end when a babe in the woods named Dorothy Hoogstratten (later shortened to Stratten) was "discovered" by a sleazy hustler and pimp, Paul Snider, at a Dairy Queen in Vancouver, British Columbia. What follows is a brief, whirlwind of a tale about love, control, stardom, and life at Playboy.Grab your drink and join Kat as you hear all about the ingenue who inspired movies like Star 80 and could have been the next Marilyn Monroe.  Come and explore the dark side of humanity with us!References: 20/20 Episode:  Watch 20/20 Season 42 Episode 4 The Death of a Playmate: The Dorothy Stratten Story Online (abc.com) voice_playmate.pdf (teresacarpenter.com)Dorothy Stratten - WikipediaPaul Snider - WikipediaMurder of Playmate Dorothy Stratten is revisited in new 20/20 special | Daily Mail OnlinePaul Snider And The Murder Of His Playmate Wife Dorothy Stratten (allthatsinteresting.com)Watch I Lived with a Killer Season 1, Episode 2: The Playboy Killer Paul Snider | Peacock (peacocktv.com)

In this week's episode, Ashley talks about the 1977 murder of 3 Girl Scouts at Camp Scott in Oklahoma. She discusses who they were, the camp itself and the crazy roller coaster of an investigation. Let's never forget about Lori Farmer, Michele Guse and Denise Milner. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity...Resources:1.      https://www.ranker.com/list/oklahoma-girl-scout-murders/cat-mcauliffe2.      https://www.oklahoman.com/story/news/columns/2017/06/14/girl-scout-murders-in-oklahoma-remain-unsolved-40-years-after-tragedy/60593657007/3.      https://www.oklahoman.com/story/news/1989/10/25/dna-tests-link-gene-leroy-hart-to-girl-scout-deaths/62593131007/4.      https://crimejunkiepodcast.com/murdered-oklahoma-girl-scout-murders/5.      https://people.com/people-magazine-investigates-girl-scout-murders-lori-farmer-exclusive-75550356.      Someone Cry for the Children (documentary) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SyTqJFqwDSk7.      https://www.news9.com/story/6279dba06e504b0726fcb888/girl-scout-murders:-dna-closes-the-case-45-years-later-  8.      Hulu: Keeper of the Ashes: The Oklahoma Girl Scout Murders

We're back! Thanks for your patience; Kat was trying to be a (good) Mom for a bit. This week, Kat brings us the short but interesting story of Cowboy Bob. Heard of him? No? Grab a drink, hitch your horse up, settle in, and join us this week for a pretty interesting story. References:https://www.texasmonthly.com/true-crime/the-last-ride-of-cowboy-bob/https://thisiscriminal.com/episode-140-cowboy-bob-5-15-2020/https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2005/may/06/bank-robber-shot-dead-in-texas/

In this week's episode, Ashley tells us about Jacob Cabinaw, a man from Michigan, who by all accounts seemed like an attentive father, a hardworking employee and an overall great person. One night he randomly headed towards Texas without telling anyone why or where he was headed. He was never seen from again. If you have any information about Jacob’s disappearance, please call the Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Department at 231-995-5002, send an email to info@gtsheriff.org or contact unsolved.com.Resources:1.    https://www.northernexpress.com/news/feature/article-5522-the-strange-case-of-jacob-cabinaw-32111/2.    https://charleyproject.org/case/jacob-cabinaw3.    https://int-missing.fandom.com/wiki/Jake_Cabinaw4.    https://thecrimewire.com/true-crime/the-puzzling-disappearance-of-jacob-cabinaw5.    https://thecrimewire.com/true-crime/the-puzzling-disappearance-of-jacob-cabinaw

***TRIGGER WARNING FOR SEXUAL ASSAULT AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE***This week, Kat tells us about a serial rapist there isn't a lot of information on - James Bergstrom. Thanks to his (now ex) wife, he is sitting in jail and the streets of Houston are a bit safer.  This story was actually so close to home it's scary! References:1. Amazon.com: Evil Beside Her: The True Story of a Texas Woman's Marriage to a Dangerous Psychopath: 9780061582011: Casey, Kathryn: Books2. Evil Lives Here (2022) "He Tied Me Up, Too" - https://www.facebook.com/100085999883181/videos/833199297795831/

Boy is this story a roller coaster! Truly went down a rabbit hole on this case. In this week's episode, Ashley discusses the disappearance and murder of 17-year-old Brian Carrick. He disappeared from Johnsburg, IL in 2002 and to this day the case is still technically unsolved. Thank you to listener Jillian for submitting this story! Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity.Resources:1.       20/20 Episode Season 7 Ep. 2: The Mystery on Johnsburg Road2.       https://abcnews.go.com/US/happened-brian-carrick-inside-unsolved-case-illinois-teen/story?id=258420963.       https://int-missing.fandom.com/wiki/Brian_Carrick4.       https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/mario-casciaro-murder-case-history/5.       https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mario_Casciaro6.       https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/news/story/star-witness-illinois-missing-person-murder-trial-recants-259253247.       https://charleyproject.org/case/brian-c-carrick8.       https://thecinemaholic.com/brian-carrick-found-or-missing-is-he-dead-or-alive/

This week, Kat tells us all about the Twin Flames Universe and its leaders Jeff & Shaleia Divine. It's an interesting, still changing story that will hopefully make you go and watch the two awesome docuseries about them! There's so much more to the story, but this is a good start. So, grab a drink and join us!References:Inside the Twin Flames Universe and Its Always Online, All-Consuming World | Vanity FairInside the Toxic World of 'Twin Flames' Spirituality (vice.com)Watch Escaping Twin Flames | Netflix Official SiteTwin Flames Universe Documentary on Prime Video (amazonstudios.com)Twin Flames Podcast on Amazon MusicTwin Flame Videos - Twin Flames Universe

Many of you may be aware of the Scream movie franchise but did you know it was inspired by real events?  In this episode, Ashley discusses the case of Danny Rolling and how the fear he caused was the inspiration for the Scream movies. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity!References:1.       https://collider.com/scream-killer-true-story/2.       https://thecrimewire.com/true-crime/The-Gainesville-Ripper-The-Inspiration-Behind-the-Scream-Films3.       https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danny_Rolling4.       https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/danny-rolling-caught5.       https://abc7.com/devil-in-gainesville-abc-2020-murders-serial-killer/10505058/6.       https://allthatsinteresting.com/danny-rolling-gainesville-ripper7.       https://www.biography.com/crime/danny-rolling-scream-killer-gainesville8.       https://www.oxygen.com/crime-news/how-danny-rolling-the-gainesville-ripper-was-caught9.       http://danny-rolling.blogspot.com

Nicholas Alahverdian (a.k.a. Nicholas Rossi, Nicholas Brown, Arthur Knight, and so many more) is an American con man/rapist/abuser who would up being chased across the pond to Scotland. Lots of twists and turns in this story, and we are watching it closely for updates now. Listen in and get caught up so you can also keep an eye on this story. Grab a beer and join us as we explore the dark side of humanity! References:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicholas_Alahverdianhttps://www.thedailybeast.com/victims-of-nicholas-alahverdian-aka-nicholas-rossi-aka-arthur-knight-demand-he-be-extradited-to-ushttps://www.deseret.com/utah/2023/8/2/23817639/nicholas-rossi-can-be-extradited-utah-rape-charge-faked-deathhttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12365337/The-extraordinary-tale-fugitive-Covid-ward-Glasgow-troubled-upbringing-Engelbert-Humperdinck-impersonator-stepfather-convicted-sex-offender-multiple-aliases-fled-UK-evade-rape-charge.htmlhttps://news.sky.com/story/nicholas-rossi-appeals-against-attempt-to-extradite-him-from-scotland-to-the-us-12985697https://nypost.com/2023/10/12/american-fugitive-nicholas-rossi-arrested-over-2017-rape-after-uk-agreed-to-extradite-to-us/https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-66374767https://www.abc6.com/former-rhode-island-representative-speaks-on-experience-with-nicholas-alahverdian/https://turnto10.com/news/local/nicholas-alahverdian-arrested-on-new-rape-charge-in-england-reports-say-essex-england-scottish-sun-report-oct-11-2023https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2023/08/02/nicholas-alahverdian-extradition-sex-offender-con-artist/70517264007/https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/02/us/nicholas-alahverdian-rossi-extradition-scotland.htmlhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/american-fugitive-faked-own-death-extradited-uk-nicholas-alahverdian-scotland/https://www.providencejournal.com/story/news/crime/2023/10/12/nicholas-alahverdian-nick-rossi-faked-his-death-arrested-england-rape-extradition/71140879007/

In this episode, Ashley discusses underwater UFO bases, military UFO data, ghost ships and more in the last installation of the Alaskan Triangle series. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity!Resources:1. The Alaskan Triangle: Season 1, Episodes 7-8; you can watch on Discovery +, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Tubi TV

Join us for the FINAL installment of Kat's deep-dive into French-Canadian cult leader Roch Thériault, & his band of followers, The Ant Hill Kids. This is the WORST of the 3 episodes, so there are trigger warnings for ALL OF IT, but especially abuse against women and children.Seriously, don't let kids listen to this episode!References:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mowEU6uD2xshttps://www.cultfacts.com/cults/ant-hill-kidshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJnWsbjxSzs&t=843shttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seventh-day_Adventist_Churchhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roch_Th%C3%A9riaulthttps://www.toronto.com/news/crime/behind-the-crimes-murder-mutilation-abuse-part-of-life-at-ant-hill-kids-commune/article_70440d6e-a838-5b34-856d-b696402a10c9.html?https://maryboro.ca/story/roch-theriault-and-the-ant-hill-kids/https://medium.com/@filiphristovreligion/the-ant-hill-kids-in-about-100-words-4b5f2cb95b31https://zeph456.medium.com/the-ant-hill-kids-c85d46a1eb2ahttps://www.mirror.co.uk/news/us-news/chilling-insight-doomsday-cult-members-13995059https://www.ranker.com/list/kids-of-famous-cult-leaders-where-are-they-now/jacob-sheltonhttps://imgur.com/gallery/QtSQzhttps://www.spiritualchildhoods.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Moi%CC%88se-The%CC%81riault%E2%80%99s-Group-RELG-316.pdfhttps://www.ranker.com/list/roch-moise-theriault-facts/stefanie-hammond

Join us for PART 2 of Kat's deep-dive into French-Canadian cult leader Roch Thériault, & his band of followers, The Ant Hill Kids. This episode gets DARK, so we are making a trigger warning for so many things, especially abuse against women and children.Ashley is still out of town, so Sarah Sarah is back! You might need to grab a stiffer drink than a beer for this one. Oy vey. REFERENCES:https://www.amazon.com/Savage-Messiah-Paul-Kaihla/dp/0770425976https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-434-roch-th%C3%A9riault-the-ant-hill-kids-part-i/id437299706?i=1000549630074https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mowEU6uD2xshttps://www.cultfacts.com/cults/ant-hill-kidshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJnWsbjxSzs&t=843shttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seventh-day_Adventist_Churchhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roch_Th%C3%A9riaulthttps://www.toronto.com/news/crime/behind-the-crimes-murder-mutilation-abuse-part-of-life-at-ant-hill-kids-commune/article_70440d6e-a838-5b34-856d-b696402a10c9.html?https://maryboro.ca/story/roch-theriault-and-the-ant-hill-kids/https://medium.com/@filiphristovreligion/the-ant-hill-kids-in-about-100-words-4b5f2cb95b31https://zeph456.medium.com/the-ant-hill-kids-c85d46a1eb2ahttps://www.mirror.co.uk/news/us-news/chilling-insight-doomsday-cult-members-13995059https://www.ranker.com/list/kids-of-famous-cult-leaders-where-are-they-now/jacob-sheltonhttps://imgur.com/gallery/QtSQz

Join us this week as Kat begins her deep dive into Roch Thériault & The Ant Hill Kids Cult. You may never have heard of the Canadian cult, but Kat will definitely make you want to learn more. Ashley is out of town, so she is joined by none other than Sarah-Sarah! Grab a beer and enjoy this week's twisted beginning to the Ant Hill Kids Cult Saga. REFERENCES:https://www.amazon.com/Savage-Messiah-Paul-Kaihla/dp/0770425976https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-434-roch-th%C3%A9riault-the-ant-hill-kids-part-i/id437299706?i=1000549630074https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mowEU6uD2xshttps://www.cultfacts.com/cults/ant-hill-kidshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJnWsbjxSzs&t=843shttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seventh-day_Adventist_Churchhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roch_Th%C3%A9riaulthttps://www.toronto.com/news/crime/behind-the-crimes-murder-mutilation-abuse-part-of-life-at-ant-hill-kids-commune/article_70440d6e-a838-5b34-856d-b696402a10c9.html?https://maryboro.ca/story/roch-theriault-and-the-ant-hill-kids/https://medium.com/@filiphristovreligion/the-ant-hill-kids-in-about-100-words-4b5f2cb95b31https://zeph456.medium.com/the-ant-hill-kids-c85d46a1eb2ahttps://www.mirror.co.uk/news/us-news/chilling-insight-doomsday-cult-members-13995059https://www.ranker.com/list/kids-of-famous-cult-leaders-where-are-they-now/jacob-sheltonhttps://imgur.com/gallery/QtSQz

In this episode Ashley discusses more about the cryptids of the Alaska Triangle! These include the Hairy Man of Port Chatham, the Alaskan Loch Ness creature, a giant serpent, mammoths and more! Join us as we discuss the Alaska Triangle, much of which is still unexplored by humans!Resource:1. The Alaska Triangle: Discovery Channel Episodes 1-32. https://www.nathab.com/blog/new-animal-species3. https://alaskamagazine.com/authentic-alaska/wildlife-nature/discovering-ancient-bones-near-mcgrath/

In this episode Ashley discusses the Alaska Triangle, which is 100 times more deadly than the Bermuda triangle. This will be a multi-part series. Part one discusses The Missing Douglas and the strange occurrences around it.Resources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1950_Douglas_C-54D_disappearancehttps://www.discoveryplus.com/show/the-alaska-triangle episode 1https://www.iflscience.com/why-over-20000-people-have-vanished-in-the-alaska-triangle-69957https://www.legendsofamerica.com/alaska-triangle/https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12559077/alaska-triangle-missing-persons-ufo-sasquatch.htmlhttps://www.themanual.com/outdoors/alaska-triangle/https://www.travelchannel.com/interests/haunted/articles/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-alaska-triangle-discovery-plus