Snow Files

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A true-crime podcast told by Jamie Snow from Stateville prison in Illinois. Jamie is serving a life without parole sentence, and tells the story of his wrongful conviction...and how they got away with it.

  1. Episode 40

    S3-40: The Twin Blue Line – Isaac Gaston, Alternative Suspect

    Isaac “Ike” Gaston was a dead ringer for Gutierrez’s composite, and he lived within a mile of the crime. He also had a long criminal history spanning some 40 years which included violence - such as assault, burglary, robbery, and sexual misconduct with a minor. Even while Gaston was awaiting sentencing for another charge in county jail, he assaulted four correctional officers in a vile way. 10 years ago, we only had Isaac's picture, and no other information. But thanks to a few social media leads, we learned his name and later discovered his identity, and subsequent police reports related to tips for Gaston. As for how he was cleared of the murder, that's anyone's guess. Tune in to Season 3 of Snow Files when we explore alternative suspects that were never revealed at the trial. Music: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers Displaced, Robert Ruth Support Documents Leads: 25-A27-A29-A34-A107-A160-A Newspaper Articles: Pantagraph 1973-1994 Graphics: Route from N. and S. Roosevelt to Clark Oil & Gutierrez Composite Compared to Gaston (1989)

  2. Episode 40

    S3-EP40: Q&A: The Twin Blue Line - Isaac Gaston - Alternative Suspect

    Bruce, Tam and Lesley discuss alternative suspect Isaac "Ike" Gaston. Isaac “Ike” Gaston was a dead ringer for Gutierrez’s composite, and he lived within a mile of the crime. He also had a long criminal history spanning some 40 years which included violence - such as assault, burglary, robbery, and sexual misconduct with a minor. Even while Gaston was awaiting sentencing for another charge in county jail, he assaulted four correctional officers in a vile way. 10 years ago, we only had Isaac's picture, and no other information. But thanks to a few social media leads, we learned his name and later discovered his identity, and subsequent police reports related to tips for Gaston. As for how he was cleared of the murder, that's anyone's guess. Tune in to Season 3 of Snow Files when we explore alternative suspects that were never revealed at the trial. Music Credits: Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ Ghosts Everywhere, Experia YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ersThe Lone Woodlouse - Rachel K. Collier Support Documents Leads: 25-A27-A29-A34-A107-A160-A Newspaper Articles: Pantagraph 1973-1994 Graphics: Route from N. and S. Roosevelt to Clark Oil & Gutierrez Composite Compared to Gaston (1989)

  3. Episode 41

    S3-EP41: The Bible Story - A Miraculous Twist

    A pop up podcast about a miraculous discovery by one of Jamie's best friends over two decades after the crime . Is it coincidence? Serendipity? We want to know what you think! Music: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers Sunday Morning Sermon, Duke Herrington

  4. Episode 42

    S3-EP42: Big Jeff-Little Jeff: Jeff Durbin and Jeff Miller - Alternative Suspects

    In August of 1991, just five months after the murder of young gas station attendant Bill Little, a string of other gas station robberies plagued Bloomington. Jeff Miller and Jeff Durbin colluded to rob gas stations together with a gun, for petty sums of cash. Durbin was the getaway driver, and planned to use doctored cab driver’s log sheets to evade detection. Miller chose an Adam’s Family Halloween mask. Regardless, Miller was identified by people who knew him when he behaved erratically after the last robbery, and the two eventually confessed, being sentenced to 38 years behind bars between the two. These known, convicted, and self-admitted robbers were never seriously investigated for the strikingly similar robbery and murder of Bill Little. Listen to hear how they avoided prosecution for Jamie’s case, and the ominous remarks made by one of them, after coming face to face with Jamie, post conviction.

  5. Episode 42

    S3-EP42: Q&A: Big Jeff-Little Jeff: Jeff Durbin and Jeff Miller - Alternative Suspects

    Join co-hosts Bruce, Lesley, Tam and Ray as they discuss the "Jeff's" in depth. An extra long episode for you listening pleasure. We also start with Bruce and Ray's thoughts on the Bible Story episode because they were unable to join us on the pop up episode. Lot's of interesting theories and laughs in this one! In August of 1991, just five months after the murder of young gas station attendant Bill Little, a string of other gas station robberies plagued Bloomington. Jeff Miller and Jeff Durbin colluded to rob gas stations together with a gun, for petty sums of cash. Durbin was the getaway driver, and planned to use doctored cab driver’s log sheets to evade detection. Miller chose an Adam’s Family Halloween mask. Regardless, Miller was identified by people who knew him when he behaved erratically after the last robbery, and the two eventually confessed, being sentenced to 38 years behind bars between the two. These known, convicted, and self-admitted robbers were never seriously investigated for the strikingly similar robbery and murder of Bill Little. Listen to hear how they avoided prosecution for Jamie’s case, and the ominous remarks made by one of them, after coming face to face with Jamie, post conviction. Music: Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ Ghosts Everywhere, Experia YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ersThe Lone Woodlouse - Rachel K. Collier Support Documents: Leads 11-12-91: Police report, Jeff Miller's wife; 06-15-93; Crime Stoppers tip - Jeff Durbin Newspaper Articles Twin City Man Restarts Effort for Cab LicenseMobile Home Destroyed in FireMobile Home Fire ProbeDurbin-Miller Articles

  6. Episode 43

    S3-EP43: Sorry, Derek - Maurice Johnson - Alternative Suspects

    In 1992, just 11 months after the murder of young Clark Gas Station attendant Bill Little, Kroger Station attendant Derek Brooks was shot in the chest during an armed robbery gone wrong, just 2.6 miles away. Like with Bill, the robber attempted to kill him with two shots to the chest, but the gun jammed. A petty sum of cash was stolen and the assailant fled in a maroon colored coupe, with a female get away driver. After being apprehended that same night, and identified with matching footprints and fingerprints, Maurice Johnson admitted to the crime, was charged with attempted murder and armed robbery, apologized to the victim, and was sentenced to twenty five years in prison. The same officers, detectives, and crime scene technicians worked both cases, and were key trial witnesses against Jamie Snow. They received a tip that Maurice Johnson admitted to the Clark Station robbery and murder. However, we cannot find any documents to suggest Maurice Johnson was ever investigated for Bill Little’s murder. Music: Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ersThe Stakeout: Christoffer Moe Ditlevson Support Documents Kroger Case FileQuik N EZ Case File 1979 Pontiac Bonneville Pics http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790372-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpghttp://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790374-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpghttp://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790376-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpg Newspaper Articles/Maps: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/maurice-newspaper-articles-maps.pdf

  7. Episode 43

    S3-EP42: Q&A: Sorry, Derek: Maurice Johnson - Alternative Suspects

    Join co-hosts Lesley, Tam and Ray as they discuss the alternative suspect, Maurice Johnson in depth. We go really deep in this discussion! And you can also meet our new Intern, Melinda! So exciting! In 1992, just 11 months after the murder of young Clark Gas Station attendant Bill Little, Kroger Station attendant Derek Brooks was shot in the chest during an armed robbery gone wrong, just 2.6 miles away. Like with Bill, the robber attempted to kill him with two shots to the chest, but the gun jammed. A petty sum of cash was stolen and the assailant fled in a maroon colored coupe, with a female get away driver. After being apprehended that same night, and identified with matching footprints and fingerprints, Maurice Johnson admitted to the crime, was charged with attempted murder and armed robbery, apologized to the victim, and was sentenced to twenty five years in prison. The same officers, detectives, and crime scene technicians worked both cases, and were key trial witnesses against Jamie Snow. They received a tip that Maurice Johnson admitted to the Clark Station robbery and murder. However, we cannot find any documents to suggest Maurice Johnson was ever investigated for Bill Little’s murder. Music: Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ersThe Stakeout: Christoffer Moe Ditlevson Support Documents Kroger Case FileQuik N EZ Case File 1979 Pontiac Bonneville Pics http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790372-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpghttp://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790374-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpghttp://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790376-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpg Newspaper Articles/Maps: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/maurice-newspaper-articles-maps.pdf

  8. Bonus

    S3-Bonus - Jamie's Songs

    Jamie was blown away by his Christmas present this year. Six musicians from 6 completely different genres were commissioned to write, compose, and record a song about Jamie. The only information they received was information about Jamie and his case, and they were asked to write a song about whatever aspect or view point resonated with them - whether it was from Jamie's point of view, a supporter's point of view, his family - anything goes. And man, did they really step up to the plate! I can't begin to tell you how wonderful these artists were to work with on this project. They were so in tune, pardon the pun, with Jamie's plight, and our efforts to overturn his wrongful conviction. They were filled with hope for his release, and that has everything to do with you. I have no doubt they garnered material from his support network because the lyrics speak for themselves. Thank you for that. We hope you enjoy them as much as we do! You can see pictures of the artists who are not anonymous and read the lyrics on the episode page on SnowFiles.net. All of them are simply amazing. So - for best listening, slap on your headphones - and don't forget to let us know what you think! Lyrics and links to the individual MP3's in the show notes. Lyrics: Snowman (acoustic, soulful) by Anonymous [verse 1] Locked up It get colder every year And for what How the hell did we end up here? No evidence.. no lessons learnt No trial to clear a name Are we just playing a game In a world full of shame And as the snow began to fall I could hear the angels calling [chorus] you see truth will always win You’ll be home once again Oh the winter snow Will always show there’s hope And it's like gold. And time will tell So hold on, your pain is felt There won’t be no rest We’ll do our best To get you home, where you belong Once again. [verse 2] 22 long years Far too many tears It’s hard to imagine the pain You feel each day And stay, and wait and Up, up all night It soon will be, be your time to To relinquish this pain And hold your name As a symbol of hope and As the snow begins to fall I can hear the angels calling [chorus] [bridge] Locked up, for nothing Justice is coming I said locked up, right here, for nothing Justice, it's here, it's coming [chorus] http://docs.snowfiles.net/jamie-songs/Snowman-Final-Acoustic.mp3 ========= Lyrics: Justice Shine (pop/country/ukulele) by Kel I see a snowman outside that’s what they call me inside of this awful place I did no mistake it’s so hard to breathe without family although they’re with me with their hearts baby [chorus] Yes I know that I’ll hear something good it will happen this time Now is the time And I know that I have you now is the time now is the time bright oh justice shine! And deep down I know I am not alone though it’s 22 that i’ve been without you I’ll freeze my hands someday cause i’ll finally feel the snowman’s frost with my fingertips [chorus] I need your strength yes i feel that you are with me what is next? i want to be free Yes I know that I’ll hear something good it will happen this time Now is the time And I know that I have you now is the time now is the time bright oh justice bright oh justice shine! http://docs.snowfiles.net/jamie-songs/Justice-Shine-Final-ukelele.mp3 ========= Lyrics: Pray for Snow (Rap) by Anonymous Pray for snow Pray for snow Pray for snow Pray for snow They sayin he did it he's sayin he didn't before you pass judgement let me tell you the story behind the sentence Of a dear friend serving life without parole It could be one of many but this time the name is Jamie Snow Locked up for a murder in a place that he didn't even go to sitting in a cage on year 22 for a crime that happened Easter Sunday 91 then 10 years later prosecutors sayin Jamie was the one, with the gun but when they lined 'em up eyewitnesses never said number 6 was the one informants got bills and if not they were threatened most likely to be killed and to make matters worse Jamie's court appointed attorney went to prison dealing with his own addiction like the first officer on the scene who also went to prison no murder weapon is listed and they been fighting the DNA testing The case is finally getting traction Will you help us? We're talking about a life So we gotta be now or never We gotta keep that pressure on cause we can never let up Send the documents and the letters Something's wrong I hope you get the picture You got the wrong man in the middle and that's the facts, we not talking riddles Just trying to make it home before another Christmas Pray for snow Pray for snow Pray for snow Pray for snow http://docs.snowfiles.net/jamie-songs/Pray-4-Snow-Final.mp3 ======== Lyrics: It's not Right Lyrics (Punk) by Anonymous This can't be my legacy (shout out) Just waiting for that call (shout out) I need some good news (shout out) I need some good news (shout out) It doesn't feel any good No matter how I try to prove You know you've got the wrong guy [chorus] It's not right I won't quit the fight I got a life that's out there for me Let me get back at what I used to be You know it wasn't me You fought to hide the proof But now I see the truth Still won't test DNA [chorus] It's not right I won't quit the fight I got a life that's out there for me Let me get back at what I used to be I saw my kids grow up in pictures Behind these cold, gray walls [chorus] It's not right I won't quit the fight I got a life that's out there for me Let me get back at what I used to be http://docs.snowfiles.net/jamie-songs/Its-not-Right-Final-punk.mp3 ======== Lyrics: Free at last by: Sparoxzy I'm in chains, in bondage I'm caged, I'm stuck here And it's been awhile in here, it's been awhile but I can't wait to breathe the air of freedom lying on the grass, gazing at the stars oh it's been awhile It might be dark right now but someday I'll see the light someday I'll see the light Ohh oh oh ohhh It might be dark right now but someday I'll see the light someday I'll see the light and I will scream out loud I'm free at last I'm free at last Free at last and I will scream out loud I'm free at last I'm free at last Free at last and I will scream out loud I'm free at last I'm free at last Free at last and I will scream out loud I'm free at last I'm free at last Free at last, oh oh I'm in pain I'm broken and somedays I feel like I shouldn't wake from my bed so I pray for better days and I I know I'm not alone I know I'm not alone And I know that someday I'll be home It might be dark right now but someday I'll see the light someday I'll see the light It might be dark right now but someday I'll see the light someday I'll see the light and I will scream out loud I'm free at last I'm free at last Free at last and I will scream out loud I'm free at last I'm free at last Free at last and I will scream out loud I'm free at last I'm free at last Free at last and I will scream out loud I'm free at last I'm free at last Free at last Oh oh ohhh I'll be free at last I'll be free at last I can't wait to be free Free, free at last a...

  9. Bonus

    S3-Bonus - Happy New Year message from Jamie Snow: It's all about the encore!

    It's all about the encore! Message from Jamie Snow and all of us at Snow Files Podcast! Thank you SO MUCH for your support - you are truly an amazing group! Music: credits: Auld Lang Syne - One Man Quartet

  10. Bonus

    S3-Bonus - Snow & Tell Zoom Discussion 01/22/22

    Jamie really enjoyed participating in this great ZOOM discussion Saturday afternoon with family and supporters. We talked about alternative suspects, Jamie's case updates, 8000 missing documents, and Ray - who will now forever be known as the FOIA sensei. We hope you enjoy our first Snow & Tell Zoom as much as we did and we want to thank everyone for joining us! We appreciate all of you more than you know. And don't forget, Peace and Justice for Jamie Snow think it, say it, write it every single day! Music: Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers

  11. Bonus

    Bonus S3 - Snow & Tell Zoom Discussion 05/14/22

    It's always a great Saturday afternoon when we get to spend it with supporters. We've missed you so much! In this Snow & Tell Zoom discussion, Jamie gave an update on where he is on going through the 8000 documents, we talk about about last week's episode about Bo, and Barton McNeil's cousin Chris Ross joined in to give us an update on last week's hearing. We appreciate all of you more than you know. And don't forget, Peace and Justice for Jamie Snow think it, say it, write it every single day! Links to more info about Barton McNeil's case: FreeBart.orgFree Bart on FacebookSuspect Convictions Podcast Music: Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers

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A true-crime podcast told by Jamie Snow from Stateville prison in Illinois. Jamie is serving a life without parole sentence, and tells the story of his wrongful conviction...and how they got away with it.

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    Snowman Network
  • Episodes
    68
  • Seasons
    3
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