Method & Madness

20-year-old Kristin O’Connell was beautiful, bright, and adored. In the summer of 1985, she was brutally murdered while visiting a friend out of town. In over 37 years since- her mother has fought for justice while Kristin's murder remains unsolved. In the first episode of this special mini-series, we’ll explore Kristin’s story and her case. Who was she and what brought her to a rural town, 1000 miles from home? Who were the last people to see her alive, and who would want her dead? We’re going to attempt to answer some of these questions- while also being respectful that the case is still considered an open investigation. This is Kristin’s story, told by those who are fighting for her. CALL TO ACTION Kristin’s case CAN be solved. Please sign the petition and demand that the NYSP use an outside lab to test the DNA: Sign Here If you have any information about Kristin’s case and want to submit a tip, please do so by contacting: Trooper Peter McCadden of the New York State Police: (585)398-4125 You can also share this episode and Kristin’s story on social media - there is power in numbers and someone knows something. To get more information about Kristin’s case, visit my friends at: Murdered: Kristin O'Connell | Ovid, NY | Uncovered Make sure to join the Facebook Group: Justice for Kristin O'Connell ___________________________________ Method & Madness is researched, written, hosted, & produced by Dawn Gandhi Sound Editing by moInspo Music by Tymur Khakimov from Pixabay This episode was made possible thanks to the following people: Courtney Fenner, Christopher Pavlik & Jolynn Rice Cold Case Advocacy The investigative work of Noel Hotchkiss & Preston Felton The family & friends of Kristin: Phyllis O’Connell, Barb Baer, Shannon Harris, Phil Riedel ____________________________________ Are you a true crime advocate, passionate about uncovering the truth and bringing justice to victims? You can immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience at this year’s True Crime and Paranormal Podcast Festival which takes place in Austin, Texas August 25th to 27th, 2023. Come see me there! Use code METHOD for 15% off your ticket price Get Tickets ____________________________________ REACH OUT: [email protected] CONNECT:

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A warning that this episode features extremely graphic content. 23-year-old Jyoti Singh had completed her finals and was preparing for an internship to become a doctor of physiotherapy. She told her parents in December of 2012 not to worry; all of their troubles would be over soon. But one night while traveling back from a movie, Jyoti and her friend Awindra were lured onto a private bus by a group of men “looking for some fun”. The brutal violence they endured that night can only be described as pure evil. Resources National Resources for Sexual Assault Survivors and their Loved Ones | RAINN ___________________________________ Promo: Wicked Deeds Wicked Deeds Podcast ___________________________________ Method & Madness is researched, written, hosted, & produced by Dawn Gandhi Sound Editing by moInspo Music by Tymur Khakimov from Pixabay ____________________________________ REACH OUT: [email protected] FOLLOW:

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She was 5 when her father joined a cult. She was 12 when she was forced into a child marriage. Today, she is telling her story. Dr. Tamara MC is an Applied Linguist who researches language, culture, and identity in the Middle East and beyond. She studied poetry and nonfiction at Columbia University. She’s been granted numerous residencies and fellowships, including Bread Loaf, Iowa Writers’ Workshop, Sewanee, Ragdale, Cave Canem, and Vermont Studio Center. She’s widely published in places such as Salon, The Independent, Parents Magazine, Food52, and Ms. Magazine. She was awarded the Pauline Scheer Fellowship and recently graduated from GrubStreet’s Memoir Incubator. She wrote her debut memoir, Child Bride, for which she is seeking representation. https://twitter.com/TamaraMCPhD https://www.instagram.com/tamara_mc_phd/ https://www.facebook.com/tamaramcphd/ Do you need help leaving or resisting an arranged/forced marriage, or do you know someone who does? Click: Get Help - Unchained At Last Call: (908) 481-HOPE Unchained helps anyone in the U.S., from any community, culture or religion, who is or has been pressured, bribed, tricked, threatened or otherwise coerced to marry – whether they have been married for several decades and have many children or they are facing an eventual or imminent arranged/forced marriage. Unchained helps women, girls and others regardless of immigration, religion or income status (though some income guidelines apply to the Legal Services Program) and regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation. Unchained also helps people overseas if they were brought from the U.S. to another country for an arranged/forced marriage, or if they were brought from overseas to the U.S. for such a marriage. ___________________________________________________________ Method & Madness is researched, written, hosted, and produced by Dawn Gandhi Sound Editing by moInspo Music by Tymur Khakimov from Pixabay REACH OUT: [email protected] FOLLOW: Instagram.com/MethodAndMadnessPod Twitter.com/MethodPod ___________________________________________________________ This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Special offer to Method and Madness listeners; you can get 10% off your first month of professional therapy at BetterHelp.com/methodandmadness ___________________________________________________________ For a list of sources used, visit the podcast website: Method & Madness Podcast Methodandmadnesspodcast.com Thank you for listening!
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In December of 1992, a young couple named Arnold Archambeau and Ruby Bruguier were out for a drive when the unthinkable occurred. Their car flipped over and landed in a ditch. Their passenger, Tracy was trapped upside-down; but Arnold & Ruby were nowhere to be found.
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In 2003, 17-year-old Shafilea Ahmed was feeling trapped; between who she wanted to be and who her family expected her to be. She went missing in September of that year, and the investigation uncovered a secret world of incomprehensible abuse. Honor-based abuse stems from a perceived violation of the ‘honor’ and ‘shame’ codes of a particular society or community. If you are experiencing honor-based abuse you can safely reach out for help by contacting the UK Helpline: UK Helpline: 0800 5999 247 Helpline – Karma Nirvana In the U.S you can contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline via their website, a phone call, or text. Web: Domestic Violence Support | The National Domestic Violence Hotline (thehotline.org) Call: 800.799.SAFE (7233) Text: Text “Start” to 88788 ___________________________________________________________ Special thanks to Sarah at the podcast Weird Horizon for providing the voiceover for Shafilea’s poems. Listen to Weird Horizon for all things spooky, esoteric, counter-cultural, and just plain weird. Listen here: AppleSpotify ___________________________________________________________ Method & Madness is researched, written, hosted, and produced by Dawn Gandhi Sound Editing by moInspo Music by Timmoor from Pixabay REACH OUT: [email protected] FOLLOW:

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___________________________________________________________ This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Special offer to Method and Madness listeners; you can get 10% off your first month of professional therapy at BetterHelp.com/methodandmadness ___________________________________________________________ For a list of sources used, visit the podcast website: Method & Madness Podcast Methodandmadnesspodcast.com Thank you for listening!
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