In 2004, 19-year-old Courtney Coco vanished from her hometown of Alexandria, Louisiana. Days later, her body was discovered over 200 miles away in an abandoned building in Winnie, Texas. With no clear cause of death and few leads, the case went cold—until a podcast investigation reignited the search for justice. In this episode, we unravel the heartbreaking mystery, the relentless efforts of Courtney’s mother, and the shocking arrest that came nearly two decades later.
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Music By: Michael Drzewiecki
Cover Art By: Charnell
Special Guest Tashia: Sources cited within episode.
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The Bizarre Case of Blanche Monnier
Today we unravel the haunting tale of Blanche Monnier—a French socialite whose disappearance baffled Paris for over two decades. When authorities finally discovered her in 1901, the truth was more horrifying than anyone imagined.
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Music By: Michael Drzewiecki
Cover Art By: Charnell
Blanche Monnier - Wikipedia
The Tragic Story of Blanche Monnier, Locked Away From Society for 25 Years
Blanche Monnier Spent 25 Years Imprisoned By Her Mom For Falling In Love
Louise Léonide Demarconnay Monnier (1825-1901) - Find a Grave Memorial
The Blanche Monnier Story: Why She Was Locked Away for 25 Years - HubPages
Charles Emile Monnier (1820-1882) - Find a Grave Memorial
Special Thanks to Sara for today’s recommendation.
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Bulletproof Spirit: The Unbelievable Survival of Jacob Miller
In this jaw-dropping episode, we dive into the astonishing true story of Jacob Miller, a Union soldier whose Civil War experience reads like a Hollywood script—except every word is real.
Miller, a member of the 9th Indiana Infantry, was shot between the eyes at the Battle of Chickamauga and left for dead. But not only did he survive—he walked off the battlefield, tended to his own wounds, and lived with an open head injury for decades.
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Music By: Michael Drzewiecki
Cover Art By: Charnell
Indiana Civil War soldier survived bullet to forehead
The Civil War Soldier Who Is Known As the Headshot Survivor - The HyperHive
Center Shot: Private Jacob Miller Of The 9th Indiana Vol. Infantry | Civil War News | historicalpublicationsllc.com
Civil War Veteran Survived Decades After Being Shot in the Forehead? | Snopes.com
The Story Of How Jacob Miller Walked Around With A Bullet In His Head | SOFREP
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The Murder of Karina Holmer
In June 1996, the vibrant life of 20-year-old Swedish au pair Karina Holmer came to a gruesome end in Boston. After a night out at the Zanzibar nightclub, Karina vanished—only for her dismembered remains to be discovered days later in a trash bin near Fenway Park. Her murder shocked the city and remains one of its most haunting unsolved crimes. In this episode, we trace Karina’s journey from Sweden to the U.S., explore the chilling details of her final hours, and examine the lingering questions that continue to baffle investigators and haunt those who knew her.
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Music By: Michael Drzewiecki
Cover Art By: Charnell
Karina Holmer: How Did She Die? Who Killed Her?
Boston Herald, 23 June, 1998 – “After Two Years, Police Are Still Seeking Break in Case”
The Commercial Appeal, 28 June, 1996 – “Dead Woman’s Letters Had Ominous Nature”
The Unsolved Murder of Karina Holmer • Morbidology
Boston Herald, 11 January, 1997 – “Man Questioned in Nanny Murder Kills Self”
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The Murder of Edwina Marter
It was January 12, 1976, in the quiet town of Mississippi City. Edwina Marter, just 34 years old, was at home with her youngest son when a stranger came to the door posing as a utility worker. That man was Richard Jordan, a Vietnam veteran desperate for money. This episode dives deep into the events of that day, the decades-long legal battle that followed, and the emotional toll on the Marter family.
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Music By: Michael Drzewiecki
Cover Art By: Charnell
Edwina Rose De Gruy Marter (1940-1976) - Find a Grave Memorial
Richard Gerald Jordan - Wikipedia
Victim's family speaks out on Richard Jordan Mississippi execution
After almost half a century on Death Row, longest-serving inmate is executed - Darkhorse Press
A true crime podcast where two friends’ journey through true crime cases in a lighthearted and in-depth way through the lens of a Judge and trained investigator. We give educated details without being boring to listen to. Enjoy!