Murder In The Rain

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With a mutual fascination for true crime, Emily and Alisha have taken it upon themselves to explore the depravity that holds a special place in the Pacific Northwest. Murder in the Rain examines the brutality, history, and humanity of these notorious murders. With the help of authors, psychologists, detectives, victim's families, and their producer Josh, Murder in the Rain brings an understanding as to who the victims were while investigating the killer's origins and motives. For images and videos of all the key players, visit us at murderintherain.com. Subscribe, talk crime, and enjoy the ride!

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Murder In The Rain episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Murder In The Rain for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Murder In The Rain episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

First Them, Then Me

Murder In The Rain

02/07/23 • 49 min

Often we hear of mass shooters taking their lives in the wake of a rampage to avoid being killed by cops or going to jail. But far more often, instances of murder-suicide are intimate and personal. In this week’s case, we discuss the murders of Mitra Mehrabadi, James 'JJ' Hurtado, and Lisa Stevie Haynes and the deaths of Jim Morgan, Kenneth Valdez, Jason Huston, and Terry Daniel.

For photos and sources for today’s episode, check out the Murder in the Rain Episode Blog.

Episode Host: Josh McCullough

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The Cline Falls Axe Attack Part 1: "Leave Us Alone"

Murder In The Rain

08/23/22 • 53 min

Part 1: "Leave Us Alone"

The 1970s was a decade where women lobbied and protested and people enjoyed the fashion and musical freedom the decade could offer. More than ever, women were going to college and breaking into careers that used to be solely for men, trying new things, and even going on new adventures. In 1977 two Yale University coeds embarked on the adventure of a lifetime when they decided to dedicate their summer to cycling the TransAmerica Trail. Terri Jentz and Avra Goldman had no idea that when they kicked off their trip in the beautifully scenic Oregon, that they would be stepping into a nightmare. Today, we’ll be discussing the infamous case of the Cline Falls Axe Attack.

For photos and sources for this episode, please visit the Murder in the Rain episode blog.

Episode Host: Emily Rowney

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A Private Hell

Murder In The Rain

08/09/22 • 51 min

"By nightfall, the buildings were burning; the commissary had been looted, blankets and bedding were brought to the yard by the inmates. Small make-shift tents sprang up. Convicts were seen eating fresh bread by the loaf, and sheet cakes by the dozen. They drank milk by the gallon and cooked meat and steaks over large bonfires built from the wreckage of the prison. The loud strains of steel guitars played in the background as a night of destruction...occurred. There were many assaults, several knifings, and total destruction of property. Taunting profanities were thrown at the guards whom they knew could not take action." This is the story of the 1968 Oregon Penitentiary Riot.

Photos and sources from this week’s case can be seen in the Murder in the Rain Unrest episode blog.

Episode Host: Josh McCullough

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Excedrin Murders Part One: Darlin' Sue

Murder In The Rain

07/26/22 • 44 min

The Tylenol murders of Chicago in 1981 brought a flurry of change. They inspired a total redesign of medical packaging, to hinder tampering and it spawned the creation of a new anti-tampering federal law. The ripple effect of change went as deep as homes and individuals. Some were so fearful there would be another attack by the uncaptured perpetrator, or perhaps a copycat, they wouldn’t even buy medication in capsule form. Which was why it was so shocking to find Sue Snow, someone who was worried about capsules, in possession of some the morning she collapsed on her bathroom floor. Was this another attack at the hands of the same person from Chicago? Was there someone in the house who wanted Sue dead? Or even worse, was Sue simply a necessary casualty in the eyes of a villainous killer who needed Sue to die for her own benefit? In today's episode, we'll hear the story of Sue Snow, Bruce Nickell, and the Excedrin murders that rocked Washington in the 1980s.

For photos and sources for today’s case, check out the Murder in the Rain episode blog.

Episode Host: Alisha Holland

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Patreon Exclusive: Strange Things Are Afoot At The Circle K

Murder In The Rain

05/14/24 • 58 min

Today's episode is called Strange Things are afoot at the Circle K. Unlike a regular episode, Patreon allows us to venture out of the Pacific Northwest. And in this case, I will be taking us to Naples, Florida, where 20 years ago, within just a couple months of each other, two men in Naples, Florida disappeared. They didn’t have a ton in common except for both being young, hard working fathers. Another thing they have in common? The last time either of them was seen alive, they were being placed in the back of the same police officer's vehicle. Today I’ll be telling the stories of Terrance Williams and Felipe Santos, and the last man seen interacting with them, Cpl. Steven Calkins.

Episode Host: Alisha Holland

For photos and sources for today’s episode, check out the Murder in the Rain Episode Blog.

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Black Friday Part 1

Murder In The Rain

11/08/22 • 61 min

When Mandy Stavik went missing while jogging during the Thanksgiving holiday, her family was terrified they were going to live through the loss of yet another child, after her brother Brent had been tragically murdered years prior. Soon, those fears were realized when Mandy’s body was discovered in a river. Desperate to solve her case, detectives followed the trailblazing steps of British detectives who used a “DNA sweep” to catch a killer of their own. But even if a DNA match was found, would Mandy’s killer be brought to justice? This is part one of Black Friday.

For photos and sources for today’s episode, check out the Murder in the Rain episode blog.

Episode Host: Alisha Holland

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Dig Me Up

Murder In The Rain

04/11/19 • 56 min

In 2002, two teenage girls, Ashley Pond and Miranda Gaddis, went missing from their Oregon City bus stop within two months of each other. As the girls’ families start pointing fingers toward neighbor Ward Weaver III, the case grips the nation. Emily and Alisha discuss why the investigation took so long, what happened to the girls and what was under the cement.

Check out Dig Me Up - Episode Blog to photos, get additional information, and see all sources for this episode.

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Pacific Northwest Wonderland & Stream Our Show (holiday songs)

Murder In The Rain

12/17/19 • 14 min

The holidays are always a stressful time, so Santa and his Elf have come by with some silly holiday tunes to soothe your soul. A festive little treat from MITR to you!

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The Wrong Track

Murder In The Rain

12/08/20 • 75 min

Kurt Cobain. A household name synonymous with grunge, the 90’s and unfortunately, suicide. Although it’s yet to be proven otherwise, for 26 years rumors have persisted that someone besides Kurt took his life. In this week’s episode, Murder In The Rain will examine Kurt’s childhood, his history of mental health and addiction struggles and the so-called evidence presented by a private detective with his own agenda, preventing Kurt from resting in peace. So did Kurt hate his life and want to die or did something more nefarious take place?

For additional information and sources visit this week’s MITR blog.

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Sources

Bret Morgan - Montage of Heck | Benjamin Statler - Soaked in Bleach | National Institute of Mental Health - Suicide | RadioX - Kurt Cobain Death Wife Courtney Love Wedding | NNZ Herald - Lead Singer of REM Said They Did Everything We Could | Business Insider - Courtney Love Lost 27 Million Of Nirvana Money | Kurt Cobain Suicide Note |

Abnormal, Wrong, Unnatural, And Perverse

Murder In The Rain

06/22/21 • 59 min

When a lesbian couple went missing for three days in Medford, Oregon, concerns for their safety were immediate. Roxanne and Michelle were partners and vocal supporters of gay rights. When their bodies were discovered, it led investigators down a path of destruction left behind by a homophobic man obsessed with an exotic dancer who had already committed another hate-fueled murder mere weeks before he was caught by police. Today’s story is about the murders of Roxanne Ellis, Michelle Abdil, and Scott George- those that lost their lives due to hate, fear, and judgment.

Stay tuned at the end of the case today as we will be joined by Nancy Duffy, the executive producer of Forensic Files 2 on HLN for an exclusive conversation where we discuss how they were able to safely make a new season of our favorite true crime series even during a pandemic, the challenges they overcame and she’ll even share some clues with us as to what kind of mysteries we can expect from the new season!

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This case was also featured on Forensic Files, season 12, episode 25: "Printed Proof"

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FAQ

How many episodes does Murder In The Rain have?

Murder In The Rain currently has 215 episodes available.

What topics does Murder In The Rain cover?

The podcast is about True Crime and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on Murder In The Rain?

The episode title 'The Cline Falls Axe Attack Part 1: "Leave Us Alone"' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Murder In The Rain?

The average episode length on Murder In The Rain is 55 minutes.

How often are episodes of Murder In The Rain released?

Episodes of Murder In The Rain are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Murder In The Rain?

The first episode of Murder In The Rain was released on Apr 11, 2019.

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