Episodes

  • 85. Targeted: The Murder of John Umberger

    85. Targeted: The Murder of John Umberger
    Jul 23 2024
    Today we’re headed to New York City, where in May of 2022, 33-year-old John Umberger walked out of the townhome where he was staying - and headed to dinner with some friends. John, the social creature he was, met with more friends at a rooftop bar. After midnight, John made his last stop; the Q, an LGBTQ nightclub in New York’s Hell’s Kitchen Neighborhood. After leaving the Q, nobody heard from John again. He stopped answering calls, didn’t respond to texts, missed social events with friends - and then missed work. Where was he? As each day passed with no word from John, his family began to panic. And then, they took action. Thank you to Linda Clary for sharing her story and for sharing John with all of us. Visit the JACU Foundation here ____________________________________ Promo: Mortal Musings Podcast ______________________________ Method & Madness is researched, written, hosted, & produced by Dawn Gandhi Music by Tymur Khakimov from Pixabay ____________________________________ REACH OUT: methodandmadnesspod@gmail.com CONNECT:
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    50 mins
  • Replay: Princess Doe Has a Name

    Replay: Princess Doe Has a Name
    Jul 9 2024
    She was unknown to those who loved her, for 40 years. It’s 1982 in Blairstown, NJ - a quaint town with an old-timey feel, its residents were rocked upon the discovery of a murder victim in the local cemetery. The lead investigator Eric Kranz said “I’ll worry about the murder later on. My main concern is finding out who she is.” He was tired of writing “Jane Doe”, so, she was named “Princess Doe”. Her autopsy revealed she was between 14 and 18 years old, and she put up a fight. The residents came together, helped fund Princess Doe’s funeral, and had a gravestone made for her. For 40 years, they left flowers and searched for her family, praying they’d learn her name. And then, in 2022, they finally got answers.
    Thank you to Anne, for sharing your story. _______________________________ If you have any information about Dawn Olanick, please contact: Warren County Prosecutors Office 908-475-6274 coldcase@co.warren.nj.us
    If you have any information about the following cases, please click the link or call the # provided. Correction: It is Suffolk County Jane Doe, not Sussex County Jane Doe- murdered by Arthur Kinlaw in 1983, was a black female, between the age of 25 and 45- 5 foot 7 and 300 pounds. ⁠1542UFNY (doenetwork.org)⁠
    “Linda”- met the Kinlaws at the Blackberry Jam Club in Bayshore NY. Her body was found in the East River off Hunts Point on May 3, 1984. She was dressed in a blouse and jeans and had short black hair. She was probably of Italian-American origin and may have lived with her grandmother in either Brentwood or Bayshore, Long Island. Hunts Point Police: (718) 542-4771
    Missing Person Diane Dye ran away from her home in San Jose California in 1979, at age 13. ⁠Diane Genice Dye – The Charley Project⁠ ___________________________ Promo: Love and Murder https://linktr.ee/loveandmurder ___________________________ Method & Madness is researched, written, hosted, and produced by Dawn Gandhi Sound Editing by moInspo Music by⁠ Tymur Khakimov⁠ from⁠ Pixabay⁠ REACH OUT: methodandmadnesspod@gmail.com FOLLOW:
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    46 mins
  • 84. Narcissistic Abuse with Vanessa Reiser, LCSW

    84. Narcissistic Abuse with Vanessa Reiser, LCSW
    Jul 1 2024
    Cult leaders, parents, spouses, ex-partners…narcissistic abuse can affect any of us. But what are some of the signs we’re under a narcissist’s spell? Today’s guest is Vanessa Reiser, a psychotherapist, author & narcissistic abuse survivor. She recently stopped by to chat with Dawn about how to detect if you're in an abusive relationship, why cults and narcissistic abuse go hand-in-hand, and why she thinks it's time to move past the term "narcissist". Pre-Order Vanessa's book, Narcissistic Abuse: A Therapist's Guide to Identifying, Escaping, and Healing from Toxic and Manipulative People on Amazon here. Find Vanessa at: Home - Tell A TherapistVanessa M. Reiser, LCSW (@vanessareiserlcsw) • Instagram photos and videos ________________________________ Method & Madness is researched, written, hosted, & produced by Dawn Gandhi Music by Tymur Khakimov from Pixabay ____________________________________ REACH OUT: methodandmadnesspod@gmail.com CONNECT:
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    49 mins
  • 83. Her Heroine: Fong Hiu-Tung and Lau Kai-Hei

    83. Her Heroine: Fong Hiu-Tung and Lau Kai-Hei
    May 31 2024
    It’s an important question. Why was she targeted? 26-year-old Fong Hiu-Tung 方曉彤 and 22-year-old Lau Kai-Hei 劉繼禧 were shopping at the Hollywood Plaza Mall in Diamond Hill on June 2nd, 2023. Without warning, they became victims of a horrific attack that prompted a discussion of hate crimes and erasure in LGBTQ+ communities worldwide.
    This episode contains graphic descriptions of murder. Please listen with care. ________________________________ Method & Madness is researched, written, hosted, & produced by Dawn Gandhi Music by Tymur Khakimov from Pixabay ____________________________________ REACH OUT: methodandmadnesspod@gmail.com CONNECT:
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    25 mins
  • 82. On the Level: The Murder of Eric Nelams

    82. On the Level: The Murder of Eric Nelams
    May 15 2024
    Eric Nelams was on his way to work one morning in 2003. He walked out of his house and headed toward his car, but the peaceful morning routine was shattered by the sound of gunshots. After Eric’s murder, his family was thrown into a long painful journey of profound loss, while searching for answers. Questions swirled about the motive behind the senseless act, and speculation ran rampant about who could have committed such a heinous crime. Was this a robbery gone wrong? A random act? Or was there a darker secret lurking underneath the surface? Eric’s mother Annie, his sister Cathy, and nephew Vincent all join Dawn for this special episode. Sign the Petition A $10,000 combined reward is offered by the Governor of Alabama & Central Alabama Crimestoppers for information that leads to the arrest and conviction. If you have any information, please don’t hesitate to contact Central Alabama Crimestoppers at 334-215-STOP for anonymous tips or Phenix City Police at 334-448-2836. Linktree ________________________________ Method & Madness is researched, written, hosted, & produced by Dawn Gandhi Music by Tymur Khakimov from Pixabay ____________________________________ REACH OUT: methodandmadnesspod@gmail.com CONNECT:
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    31 mins
  • 81. Making Noise: The Murder of Lori McConnell

    81. Making Noise: The Murder of Lori McConnell
    Apr 30 2024
    “All my mom could think about while this was happening, was to get his DNA under her nails. Because she thought he was going to kill her that night.” After years of being terrorized by her abusive boyfriend, 53-year-old Lori McConnell made a plan and left him in June of 2018. She asked her daughter Lora to promise to make some noise if anything ever happened. Emerson “John” Tohafjian made it clear that if he couldn’t have Lori, nobody would. And on July 10th, 2018, he kept his promise.
    Tune in to hear from my special guest, Lora Bennett, who tells her mother’s story. _________________________________ Method & Madness is researched, written, hosted, & produced by Dawn Gandhi
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    39 mins
  • 80. Forever 23: Deverrie Schiller

    80. Forever 23: Deverrie Schiller
    Mar 17 2024
    Deverrie Schiller was 23 years old when she left her home for the final time. She was only walking to the store with a friend and was supposed to be back shortly.
    Instead, Deverrie’s mother Debi received a knock at the door the next day. Nothing would ever be the same. Debi would never be the same. And she would dedicate her life to making sure that her daughter’s murderer was brought to justice; including taking on unconventional methods to raise awareness.
    If you have any information about the murder of Deverrie Schiller or any of the other cold cases listed in this episode, please contact California City PD at (760)-373-8606 or Secret Witness 661-322-4040 _________________________________ Promo: Relentless: The Fight for Cold Case Justice Listen _________________________________ Method & Madness is researched, written, hosted, & produced by Dawn Gandhi Sound Editing by Brogan Molloy Music by Tymur Khakimov from Pixabay ____________________________________ REACH OUT: methodandmadnesspod@gmail.com CONNECT:
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    31 mins
  • 79. Missing: Jared McColloch

    79. Missing: Jared McColloch
    Feb 26 2024
    33-year-old Jared McColloch drove over 500 miles north from his home in Louisiana on November 4th, 2023. He arrived in Salem, Illinois at 1:38 AM the next day and stopped for gas at a local convenience store. According to Jared's ex-girlfriend, the two were supposed to meet up and then visit their teenage son later that day. The following day, a local citizen called the police to report an abandoned truck on a remote road in Knox County, Indiana. Jared's truck had been left running with his 2 beloved dogs still inside. He has not been heard from since. Where is Jared McColloch? Join Dawn as she sits down with Jared's mom, Tammie Reppond in this brand-new episode. *The names of Jared’s ex-girlfriend and Jared’s son have been changed to protect anonymity. Click here to see the timeline & map of Jared’s Stops. If you have any information about the disappearance of Jared McColloch, please call the tip line at 618-367-1828. You can remain anonymous. Knox County Sheriff’s Office: 812-882-7660 Follow Jared’s case on Facebook: Finding Jared McColloch NamUs: Missing Person / NamUs #MP111425 | NamUs (ojp.gov) _________________________________ For the month of February, Method & Madness is proudly teaming up with Season of Justice, a non-profit dedicated to working directly with families to fund comprehensive awareness campaigns and other initiatives that can push their unsolved cases forward. Season of Justice also provides grants to investigative agencies that fund DNA testing and forensic genetic genealogy research to solve cold cases. If you’re able to make a gift to Season of Justice that is meaningful to you, you’ll be helping families find answers. You can join me today in supporting Season of Justice with a donation by texting METHOD24 to 53555. Link to donate: ⁠https://givebutter.com/soj_methodandmadness⁠ Thank you. _________________________________ Method & Madness is researched, written, hosted, & produced by Dawn Gandhi Sound Editing by Brogan Molloy Music by Tymur Khakimov from Pixabay ____________________________________ REACH OUT: methodandmadnesspod@gmail.com CONNECT:
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    31 mins