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Moms and Mysteries: A True Crime Podcast

Moms and Mysteries Podcast
  • 4.6 (8.5K)
  • TRUE CRIME
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Two Florida moms, hundreds of mysteries, and one obsession: 'How did this happen?' Mandy and Melissa bring you twice-a-week deep dives into true crime—from Florida's most bizarre cases to infamous mysteries worldwide—all with the warmth, wit, and dark humor of two friends who've been hooked on mysteries since childhood. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.

  1. The Disappearance of Lars Mittank

    3D AGO

    The Disappearance of Lars Mittank

    In July 2014, 28-year-old German tourist Lars Mittank walked into Varna Airport in Bulgaria, preparing to fly home after a vacation. He had suffered a minor ear injury and needed a quick medical check before his flight. But what happened next turned his case into one of the most baffling disappearances in recent history. Surveillance cameras captured Lars suddenly bolting from the doctor’s office, sprinting through the terminal, and climbing an eight-foot perimeter fence before vanishing into the woods. He left his wallet, passport, and all of his luggage behind. In the days leading up to his disappearance, Lars had made a series of increasingly frantic calls to his mother, claiming he felt unsafe and that people were following him. Was he suffering from a medical-induced paranoia, or was a real threat closing in? More than a decade later, the chilling airport footage is the last confirmed trace of him. This episode dives into the timeline, the theories, and the endless search for answers in the case of Lars Mittank. Thank you to this week's sponsors! Right now, go to Quince.com/moms for free shipping and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday! Follow us on Instagram: @momsandmysteries Join our Patreon: patreon.com/momsandmysteries Visit our website: momsandmysteries.com Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Lars_Mittank https://people.com/all-about-lars-mittank-mysterious-disappearance-11768067 https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-31744248 https://www.spiegel.de/panorama/justiz/vermisster-lars-mittank-spurensuche-in-bulgarien-a-983857.html https://www.abendblatt.de/region/article131346203/Vermisster-Lars-Mittank-Mutter-hofft-auf-neue-Spuren.html https://www.ndr.de/nachrichten/schleswig-holstein/Vermisster-Lars-Mittank-Spurensuche-in-Bulgarien,mittank100.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAfveiD6cWw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    44 min

  2. 4D AGO · BONUS

    You Might Also Like: Crime Salad

    Introducing "Rachel Hoffman Case: Florida Police Informant Operation Gone Wrong (Tallahassee)" from Crime Salad. Follow the show: Crime Salad In late spring 2009, Florida State University students in Tallahassee, Florida were wrapping up finals when 23-year-old Rachel Hoffman became the center of a police operation that would end in tragedy. In this episode of Crime Salad, we break down the Rachel Hoffman case, focusing on how a “controlled” and “by-the-book” confidential informant (CI) operation unraveled, and why officers reportedly waited more than 90 minutes after her last contact before launching a search. Rachel Hoffman was a college student with big plans, described as driven and fearless, working toward her future when she was asked to assist law enforcement as an informant during a drug sting in Tallahassee. What happened next raised serious questions about informant safety, police procedures, and accountability when undercover operations go wrong. We cover the timeline, the decisions made leading up to that night, and the broader issue of how confidential informants are used in drug investigations, especially when the informant is young, vulnerable, or under pressure. This is the story of Rachel Hoffman, and the failures that followed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    56 min
  3. SUBSCRIBERS ONLY: Neighbors- Patch of Grass

    4D AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    SUBSCRIBERS ONLY: Neighbors- Patch of Grass

    First, we’re in Palm Bay, Florida, where a 26-year-long war over a patch of grass has reached a boiling point. We meet Johnny, a former male performer known as the “Italian Stallion” with a penchant for photographing mating lizards, and his neighbor Andy, a Vietnam veteran who drives a car that looks like a mail truck covered in war memorabilia. What starts with a ruined lawn escalates into a saga of constant surveillance, death threats involving acid, and a bizarre court appearance. The feud takes a strange turn when Johnny reveals his strategy for getting on camera at the Ellen show, a confession that is both baffling and deeply unsettling. Then, we head to West Palm Beach, where a dispute over a one-foot-wide strip of land turns two former friends into bitter enemies. Meet Melissa, a notary who splits her time up north, and her neighbor Victoria, a woman who admits to selling her children’s urine to pass drug tests. Their fight over the tiny patch of grass leads to police calls, a failed mediation session run by a gun salesman, and a dramatic showdown involving uprooted plants. With both women now armed and fearing for their lives, this neighborhood feud is a chilling reminder that sometimes the smallest disputes can have the biggest consequences.

    45 min
  4. A Birthday Party in Hocking Hills

    5D AGO

    A Birthday Party in Hocking Hills

    A birthday party at a rental cabin in the scenic Hocking Hills of Ohio should have been a night of celebration. But fueled by alcohol and jealousy, the night spiraled into a violent confrontation that left a young father, Charlie Starner, dead. This episode examines the chaotic moments captured on a cell phone video and the legal battle that followed, asking whether the stabbing was a desperate act of self-defense or a senseless murder. Thank you to this week's sponsors! Treat yourself to the most advanced bras and shapewear on the market. Use our exclusive link to save 20% off Honeylove at honeylove.com/moms. To grab your PAKA hoodie, go to pakaapparel.com. Every day they're handling money without guidance is a missed opportunity. Start your risk-free Greenlight trial today at Greenlight.com/moms. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday! Follow us on Instagram: @momsandmysteries Join our Patreon: patreon.com/momsandmysteries Visit our website: momsandmysteries.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    51 min
  5. The Betrayal of Skylar Neese

    MAR 5

    The Betrayal of Skylar Neese

    In 2012, 16-year-old Skylar Neese vanished without a trace from her Star City, West Virginia home. What initially seemed like a runaway case soon unraveled into a story of unimaginable betrayal. Her two best friends, Shelia Eddy and Rachel Shoaf, held a dark secret that would shock the nation and leave a community searching for answers. This episode revisits the heart-wrenching case of Skylar Neese, exploring the twisted friendship that led to her murder. With the release of the new Hulu docuseries Friends Like These: The Murder of Skylar Neese, we are taking a deeper look into the events that transpired and the warning signs that were missed. Join us as we recount the tragic story of a bright young girl whose life was cut short by those she trusted most. Thank you to this weeks's sponsors! To get 20% off all IQBAR products—including the Ultimate sampler pack—plus FREE shipping, text MOMS to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details Join the more than 3 million families who have been served by K12, and empower your student to reach their full potential now. You can make the switch at anytime. Go to K12.com/MOMS today to learn more. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday! Follow us on Instagram: @momsandmysteries Join our Patreon: patreon.com/momsandmysteries Visit our website: momsandmysteries.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min
  6. SUBSCRIBERS ONLY: Neighbors- The Farm

    MAR 3 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    SUBSCRIBERS ONLY: Neighbors- The Farm

    First, we head to Philadelphia, where a feud over feral cats escalates to unbelievable new heights. Meet Jean, a neighborhood cat lady and aspiring filmmaker with a spiritual side, and her neighbor Maurice, who has been pushed to his breaking point by the overwhelming smell and mess. When Maurice takes a stand by destroying a thousand-dollar “cat hotel,” the conflict lands them a spot on an iconic TV courtroom. It’s a wild ride involving 3D glasses, quantum healing, and a legal battle presided over by none other than Judge Judy. Then, we travel to a quiet suburb in Kokomo, Indiana, where one man’s dream of a self-sufficient homestead has become his neighbors' nightmare. Trevor, a former OnlyFans creator turned farmer, is raising pigs, goats, and donkeys in his backyard, much to the dismay of his neighbor, Darrell. Armed with a sharp tongue and a love for Gin and Sprite, Darrell launches a one-man crusade to shut the farm down. The dispute unfolds in a series of city council meetings, culminating in a ruling that only adds fuel to the fire and a final, feathered act of defiance.

    43 min
  7. The Lindsay Shiver Story: A Murder Plot in Paradise

    MAR 3

    The Lindsay Shiver Story: A Murder Plot in Paradise

    In the summer of 2023, police in The Bahamas were investigating a local bar burglary when they accidentally discovered a shocking murder-for-hire plot in a series of WhatsApp messages. The alleged target was Robert Shiver, a former football player from a wealthy Georgia family, and the accused mastermind was his estranged wife, former beauty queen Lindsay Shiver. The message that blew the case wide open was just two words: "Kill him." What followed was a story that seemed ripped from a movie script, involving a crumbling marriage, a luxury vacation home in an exclusive Bahamian resort, and an affair with a local bartender. As the case unfolded, it would draw in reality TV stars and reveal a pattern of escalating conflict, with both sides making explosive allegations. This is a deep dive into the story of Lindsay Shiver, a case where a picture-perfect life hid a dark and complicated reality. Thank you to this week's sponsors: Find furniture, decor, and essentials that fit your unique style and budget. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home.  For 50% off your order, head to DailyLook.com and use code MOMS50.   Whatever challenges you’re facing, Grow Therapy is here to help. Grow accepts over 100 insurance plans. Sessions average about $21 with insurance and some pay as little as $0, depending on their plan. Visit GrowTherapy.com/MOMS today to get started. Availability and coverage vary by state and insurance plan. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday! Follow us on Instagram: @momsandmysteries Join our Patreon: patreon.com/momsandmysteries Visit our website: momsandmysteries.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min
  8. [Florida Files] The Suitcase Murder: The Trial of Sarah Boone

    FEB 26

    [Florida Files] The Suitcase Murder: The Trial of Sarah Boone

    In February 2020, Sarah Boone zipped her boyfriend, Jorge Torres Jr., into a suitcase during what she claimed was a drunken game of hide-and-seek. She then filmed him as he suffocated, taunting him and ignoring his pleas for help. The videos she recorded on her own phone became the centerpiece of a bizarre four-year legal saga that included 13 attorneys, a viral ad for legal help, and a defendant who smiled through her own sentencing. This is the story of a toxic relationship that ended in a chilling murder, captured on camera by the killer herself. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday! Follow us on Instagram: @momsandmysteries Join our Patreon: patreon.com/momsandmysteries Visit our website: momsandmysteries.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    49 min
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Two Florida moms, hundreds of mysteries, and one obsession: 'How did this happen?' Mandy and Melissa bring you twice-a-week deep dives into true crime—from Florida's most bizarre cases to infamous mysteries worldwide—all with the warmth, wit, and dark humor of two friends who've been hooked on mysteries since childhood. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.

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