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Murder Is Bad

By: Julia Goodwin
  • Summary

  • Horrendous crimes inspire quiet rage in this true crime podcast. Julia Goodwin unfolds lesser known true crime cases with slow-burn storytelling and reminds us all that murder is bad.

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Episodes
  • Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons 2
    Oct 6 2023

    We're sharing the disturbing accounts of five Montana Indigenous people—Diane MedicineHorse, and Amy Marie Johnson, Jody Fern Howard, Leo Wagner, and Ashley HeavyRunner Loring, who were tragically ripped away from their families in the early 1980s. Their unresolved cases reveal uncomfortable truths about the efforts, or lack thereof, of authorities like the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Montana Department of Justice, leaving their families with more questions than answers. 

    The alarming trend of Missing and Murdered Indigenous People in Montana is a chilling truth we all need to confront. By shedding light on these stories, we hope to draw attention to this ongoing issue. We encourage you to delve deeper into this reality—check out documentaries such as Murder in Bighorn and others like it to learn more about the severity of this crisis.

    For images related to the cases, check out the Instagram.

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    18 mins
  • The Clarks of Amesbury, Part Three
    Oct 2 2023

    We're pulling apart Arthur Jackson's spotlight-hogging tales and taking a closer look at the sensationalized press coverage of the murder of Melvin Clark, Jr. The existence of 'the set', a rumored partner-swapping club, adds another twisted layer to this complex story. As we sift through newfound evidence, including a bundle of blood-stained clothing, we begin to question whose narrative is the reality. Former Chief of Police John F. Hethermen even ran a parallel investigation, adding more intrigue. We wrap up with a glimpse into Lorraine's life post-release, where she faced the challenge of a new identity amidst legal complications. 

    For images related to the cases, check out the Instagram.

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    24 mins
  • The Clarks of Amesbury, Part Two
    Sep 29 2023

    Imagine the shock of an unsuspecting birdwatcher, discovering a decomposed body in a marsh - a body later identified as Melvin Clark, Jr.’s through Navy and dental records. Brace yourselves as we delve into the puzzling gangland-style murder theory the police entertained and the aftermath of Melvin's disappearance, throwing light on the riveting details of the intense 14-hour police questioning of Lorraine Clark. It's the second part of a three-part series about a 1950s murder mystery.

    For images related to the cases, check out the Instagram.

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    21 mins

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