Chasing Evil

Christopher Godsick
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A compelling true crime podcast featuring never-before-heard moments of real crimes told by the survivors and those who were called in to chase - and ultimately stop - evil. Host and creator, Emmy award-winning film and television producer Christopher Godsick, goes behind the scenes to share the untold stories of criminal cases including the infamous fraudster Bernie Madoff, notorious drug lord El Chapo, the recovery of missing children and much more.

  1. HÁ 1 DIA

    Finding the Bannisters - Part 2

    In Episode 2, the Bannister case deepens as law enforcement moves from initial allegations to active investigation. After reporting claims of satanic ritual abuse involving her children, Melody Bannister prompts a series of forensic interviews and child protection reviews. As investigators—including Detective Jamie Wright—begin assessing the situation, conflicting accounts emerge. Some of the children appear to support the allegations, while others express uncertainty or deny any abuse entirely. As the investigation unfolds, concern begins to shift. What initially appears to be a case of external harm raises new questions about influence, memory, and belief inside the family itself. When the family leaves their home and communication breaks down, the case escalates rapidly. The United States Marshals Service becomes involved, launching a multi-state search to locate the children and assess their safety. Using investigative tools such as pattern-of-life analysis, law enforcement tracks movements and behaviors, working to understand where the family may be headed—and why. This episode examines: The role of forensic interviews in child abuse investigationsHow belief systems can shape perception and memoryThe challenges investigators face when accounts conflictThe real-world methods used to locate missing or endangered children As the search intensifies, one central question remains: 👉 Are the children being protected—or placed in greater danger? Key People FeaturedGenevieve BannisterBill BannisterDetective Jamie Wright (Stafford County Sheriff’s Office)Senior Inspector Tommy O’Brien (U.S. Marshals Service)Jim Hinton (Victims Advocate) Key Topics CoveredForensic child interviews and credibility assessmentPsychological influence and memory formationMissing persons investigationsFugitive tracking and pattern-of-life analysisThe intersection of belief, fear, and law enforcement Episode TimelineInitial Allegations – Claims of ritual abuse brought to law enforcementForensic Interviews – Children interviewed; conflicting statements emergeInvestigation Expands – Authorities assess credibility and riskFamily Disappears – Communication breaks down; concern escalatesFederal Involvement – U.S. Marshals initiate search effortsManhunt Begins – Multi-state tracking using behavioral analysis Listener DiscretionThis episode contains discussion of alleged child abuse, psychological manipulation, and sensitive investigative material. Listener discretion is advised. About Chasing EvilChasing Evil explores real cases through the voices of investigators, survivors, and those directly involved. The series aims to provide insight into complex criminal investigations and the human stories behind them. Subscribe & FollowIf you’re enjoying Chasing Evil: Follow the show on your podcast platformShare the episode with othersLeave a rating or review

    50 min

  2. 20 DE ABR.

    Finding the Bannisters

    A Mother Disappears. A National Search Begins. What starts as a family dispute quickly spirals into something far more urgent. In Episode 1 of this gripping Chasing Evil series, we take you inside the early moments of the Bannister case—when a mother vanishes with her children and law enforcement begins to realize this is no ordinary custody situation. As investigators piece together the timeline, troubling signs begin to surface. The children aren’t just missing—they may be in real danger. When the U.S. Marshals Service becomes involved, the case escalates into a nationwide effort to locate the children before time runs out. For the first time, Genevieve Bannister, the eldest daughter, speaks publicly about her experience—offering a deeply personal and emotional perspective from inside the case. You’ll also hear from Senior Inspector Tommy O’Brien of the U.S. Marshals Service, who provides insight into how law enforcement assessed the threat, mobilized resources, and made critical early decisions that would shape the search. This episode lays the foundation for a case that would capture national attention—and trigger an intense manhunt. IN THIS EPISODEHow the Bannister case first came to law enforcement’s attentionThe early warning signs that raised immediate concernThe moment investigators realized the children could be in dangerHow the case escalated beyond a local investigationInside the U.S. Marshals Service’s early involvementGenevieve Bannister’s firsthand account of life on the runSenior Inspector Tommy O’Brien on the urgency behind the search WHY THIS CASE MATTERSCases involving missing children evolve fast—and the first 24–48 hours can determine everything. Through both survivor perspective and law enforcement insight, Episode 1 reveals how quickly uncertainty can turn into urgency—and how critical decisions are made when every minute counts. COMING NEXTAs the search intensifies, new information begins to surface—and the case takes a dramatic turn. Episode 2: The manhunt expands, and the pressure builds. FOLLOW & SUPPORTFollow Chasing Evil on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyWatch video episodes and clips on YouTubeVisit: chasingevilpodcast.com for updates and exclusive content NOTE TO LISTENERSThis episode contains discussion of missing children and high-risk situations. Listener discretion is advised.

    49 min

  3. 29/05/2024

    Gerald Hunter - 13 Million Doses of Fentanyl and Counting (Part 2)

    The conclusion of the Gerald Hunter manhunt. The Marshals are closing in on Hunter, but they worry his expert counter surveillance tradecraft will expose their presence and send him running into the abyss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h

  4. 22/05/2024

    Gerald Hunter - 13 Million Doses of Fentanyl and Counting (Part 1)

    The DEA caught Gerald Hunter with 13 million doses of fentanyl, but Hunter managed to escape. The Marshals took over the manhunt and eventually closed in on this smart and elusive fugitive... despite the fact that he was driving a brand new Bentley around Los Angeles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    52 min

  5. 15/05/2024

    A Simple Robbery Ends in Murder

    U.S. Airman Austin Burroughs arrives home, parks his car and is senselessly shot and killed in a botched robbery. The U.S. Marshals Lone Star Fugitive Task Force hunts and apprehends the people responsible. Oh, and one of the officers brings his mom on the takedown! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    52 min

  6. 08/05/2024

    Kaitlin Armstrong- Yoga Instructor and Murderer (Part 3)

    With time running out, the Marshals are down to their very last lead. Join us for the conclusion of the hunt for Kaitlin Armstrong. Even after she's taken into custody, this fugitive does not behave like most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    36 min

  7. 01/05/2024

    Kaitlin Armstrong- Yoga Instructor and Murderer (Part 2)

    The hunt for Kaitlin Armstrong continues. Join us for part two of this three part fugitive hunt. In this episode, the Marshals finally get boots on the ground in Costa Rica. They don't know Kaitlin's location, what she looks like or what name she's using. They do know that they must find her in only five days! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 8min

  8. 24/04/2024

    Kaitlin Armstrong- Yoga Instructor and Murderer (Part 1)

    A love triangle turns deadly when a calm and collected Kaitlin Armstrong murders her boyfriend's "friend", Moriah Wilson. What follows is an international fugitive hunt as members of the U.S. Marshals Lone Star Fugitive Task Force track the yoga instructor to a small seaside town in Costa Rica. Join us for Part 1 of this three-part story that traces the hunt and capture of an elusive murderer in a country where the Marshals have no arrest or investigative authority! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    59 min
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A compelling true crime podcast featuring never-before-heard moments of real crimes told by the survivors and those who were called in to chase - and ultimately stop - evil. Host and creator, Emmy award-winning film and television producer Christopher Godsick, goes behind the scenes to share the untold stories of criminal cases including the infamous fraudster Bernie Madoff, notorious drug lord El Chapo, the recovery of missing children and much more.

Informações

  • Criado por
    Christopher Godsick
  • Anos de atividade
    2022 - 2026
  • Episódios
    39
  • Classificação
    Livre
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Chasing Evil Podcast 2026®
  • Site do podcast
    Chasing Evil

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