Shades of Murder

Alita Cauldwell

Shades of Murder is a criminology-focused true crime podcast dedicated to in-depth research and deep, thoughtful analysis of the world's most chilling and disturbing cases. Hosted by Alita Cauldwell, each episode meticulously dissects and unravels the darkness behind what makes humans into monsters. Episodes include serial killers, children who kill, female offenders, historical cold cases, lesser-known stories, and dark mysteries. Go beyond the usual murder narratives and delve into the dark truths lurking beneath every case. Follow now and start seeing true crime in a whole new light.

  1. 75 - Death at Sunset Cliffs - The Mystery of Michelle Von Emster

    2d ago

    75 - Death at Sunset Cliffs - The Mystery of Michelle Von Emster

    In mid-April, late afternoon, amidst the dimming sunlight over the Pacific Ocean, the body of a woman was discovered, and it was missing the right leg. What initially appeared to be a shark attack would reveal other signs of brutal force and violence, and possibly something much more sinister than a monster of the sea. This is the murder mystery of Michelle Von Emster of Ocean Beach, CA. Thank you so much for listening! Please help the show grow by following, rating, and leaving a review. #truecrime #murdermystery #coldcase

    57 min
  2. 74: The Dinner Party Murder - An Invitation to Death

    Jun 3

    74: The Dinner Party Murder - An Invitation to Death

    When a group of friends comes together for a lovely autumn meal, a casual gathering escalates to murder. The events that culminated in the death of an innocent person revealed a cast of calloused and depraved individuals led by someone whose mind was torn apart by mental illness, or was it just a facade of evil? This is the story of Anu Singh and Joe Cinque of Canberra, Australia. If you enjoy the show and want to support it, please be sure you are following or subscribed on your listening platform of choice, rate on Spotify/Apple, leave a review, and share with a friend. Each one of you and your voice truly matters! If you are interested in hearing more from the host, please check out her audiobook narrations. The Dinner List: Book One of the Dinner List Series - An engaging psychological murder mystery written by Christof Wunderlich https://www.audible.com/pd/B0H2N3ML1J/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWU-BK-ACX0-512773&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_512773_pd_us The Narrow Path: Escape the Labryinth - A faith-based young adult fantasy written by Mark Martinez ⁠https://www.audible.com/pd/B0GVKT52TM/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWU-BK-ACX0-503258&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_503258_pd_us⁠ Contact me at @shadesofmurder_podcast on Instagram or alitadogmashadesofmurder@gmail.com for a free promo code. A review and/or rating is truly appreciated :) If you or someone you know is suffering from depression or is experiencing any mental health concerns, you are not alone. Please reach out for help: Substance Abuse and Mental Health - 1800-662-HELP or visit samhsa.gov

    1h 19m
  3. 73: Death at the Mayor's House - Jennifer Kirk and Susanna "Sue Sue" Norton, AK

    May 6

    73: Death at the Mayor's House - Jennifer Kirk and Susanna "Sue Sue" Norton, AK

    In early March 2020, in a small town in Northern Alaska, the body of a young woman was discovered on the Mayor's property, and she wasn't the first. An investigation would expose a pattern of family violence, corruption, and injustice by a system that had sworn to protect them and countless other females. This is the case of Jennifer Kirk and Susanna "Sue Sue" Norton of Kotzebue, Alaska. Thank you so much for listening and supporting the show. If you enjoy what I do and want to help the global community grow, please follow/subscribe, share with a friend, leave a rating, and leave a review. Your feedback truly makes a difference. If anyone out there listening has any information regarding these women’s deaths, please contact The Alaska State Troopers’ Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Investigation Unit at (907) 451-5100. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can submit tips through the AKTips smartphone app or online. To learn more about the show and the episode, please visit shadesofmurder.com

    1h 13m
  4. 72: Buried in the Backyard - The Diabolical Web of Kwaneta Harris

    Apr 23

    72: Buried in the Backyard - The Diabolical Web of Kwaneta Harris

    In the Fall of 2007, when a VA Agent contacted the Garland, Texas, police department about a suspicious-looking piece of concrete on a property, what lay beneath it would unfold into a roller coaster of an investigation. A missing person whose family didn’t realize that they had disappeared. A mysterious woman who claimed to be the home’s new owner.  And the revealing of one of the most diabolical plots of murder. Thank you so much for listening! Please help the global community grow by following, rating, and leaving a review. Questions, comments, ideas for future episodes? Please DM Alita @shadesofmurder_podcast on Instagram, or email alitadogmasshadesofmurder@gmail.com Visit shadesofmurder.com for more fascinating true crime episodes

    52 min
  5. 71: The Dismemberment Trials of Sweden - The Coroner and The General Practitioner

    Apr 9

    71: The Dismemberment Trials of Sweden - The Coroner and The General Practitioner

    Within a few weeks of one another near Stockholm, Sweden, suspicious-looking trash bags were found discarded on a motorway. Homicide detectives were stunned and horrified by what lay inside, and the pieces they never found. This investigation would unravel into one of the most controversial and bizarre murder cases in the history of Scandinavia. Thank you so much for listening! Please participate in the poll! Help the global community grow by following, sharing, rating, and leaving a review. Your support means everything! DM Alita on IG @shadesofmurder_podcast For more compelling in-depth cases of murder, please visit shadesofmurder.com

    1h 23m
  6. 70: True Horror Indonesia - The Mystery of Vina and Eky

    Mar 26

    70: True Horror Indonesia - The Mystery of Vina and Eky

    In the summer of 2016, the bodies of two teenagers were discovered along a bridge in the port city of Cirebon. What first appeared to be a tragic motorbike accident would unfold into one of the most mysterious and strange incidents of homicide in the history of Indonesia. Whispers of conspiracy, cries of injustice, and ghostly possession continue to haunt the case today. This is the true story behind the horror film Vina: Before 7 Days Thank you so much for listening! Please participate in the poll. If you enjoy the show, please follow, rate, and leave a review. Your feedback and support mean everything to me and the show. Comments, questions, ideas for future episodes - Contact Alita at alitadogmasshadesofmurder@gmail.com, or DM on IG at @shadesofmurder_podcast. Visit shadesofmurder.com for more information on this episode and other fascinating true crime stories

    54 min
  7. 69: Making of a Monster - The Shoe Fetish Slayer part 3

    Mar 9

    69: Making of a Monster - The Shoe Fetish Slayer part 3

    What makes a monster? How does a small child one day innocently discover a pair of women’s high heels and turn into one of the most sadistic and depraved serial killers in history? This episode unravels the layers of darkness beneath the childhood, deviant adolescence, and the disturbing and violent obsessions of the man who would become known as the Shoe Fetish Slayer. Thank you so much for listening! Please follow the show so you never miss an episode. For more information on this episode and to discover other captivating deep-dives into cases, please visit shadesofmurder.com

    1h 30m
  8. 68 : Evidence of Evil - The Shoe Fetish Slayer part 2

    Feb 22

    68 : Evidence of Evil - The Shoe Fetish Slayer part 2

    The investigators and crime scene analysts who searched the workshop and home of serial killer Jerome “Jerry” Brudos were shocked and horrified by the evidence of evil that lay inside. Their discoveries would result in one of the most macabre and disturbing criminal trials in American history. Thank you for listening! Please follow the show so you never miss an episode. Help the show grow by rating, sharing, and leaving a review. Each of you truly matters! Questions, Comments, or Ideas for future episodes? DM Alita @shadesofmurder_podcast Visit shadesofmurder.com to learn more about the show!

    1h 3m
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Shades of Murder is a criminology-focused true crime podcast dedicated to in-depth research and deep, thoughtful analysis of the world's most chilling and disturbing cases. Hosted by Alita Cauldwell, each episode meticulously dissects and unravels the darkness behind what makes humans into monsters. Episodes include serial killers, children who kill, female offenders, historical cold cases, lesser-known stories, and dark mysteries. Go beyond the usual murder narratives and delve into the dark truths lurking beneath every case. Follow now and start seeing true crime in a whole new light.

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  • Creator
    Alita Cauldwell
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    76
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Alita Cauldwell
  • Show Website
    Shades of Murder

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