The Book of the Dead Courtney Liso

It's no surprise to anybody that in this day and age, teenagers are becoming more and more violent. With horrific events such as The Vampire Cult Murders, the countless school shootings that started with Columbine, and more, recently, violent protests in the wake of the events happening in the world right now, teenagers have grown up with a lack of fear and respect towards authority and a complex where they think they are above others. While it may not be every teenager and young adult, a shocking number of them have evolved into violent offenders. Today, Courtney is joined by Aphrodite Jones to discuss what is happening in this day and age and dives into her coverage of Rod Ferrell when teens that killed were an anomaly instead of a frightening reality. 

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Featuring a Promo for True Crimes Connections Podcast
At True Crime Connections, we believe that within every survivor lies an unbreakable strength—a resilience waiting to be rediscovered. Whether you’ve emerged from a toxic relationship, faced trauma head-on, or carried generational burdens, this is your haven.

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In today's special mini-episode, we revisit the Rowena Irani case and add context provided by her close friend Misba.

Thank you to Misba for providing clarity to Rowena's case as well as sharing more information about her and allowing us to share it with you all to properly do justice to her story. We appreciate every family member and friend who has ever assisted us with the cases presented, and we welcome anyone out there to contact us with information to share regarding any of the other cases we've shared if they are comfortable doing so. 

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Lorenzen Wright had it all. He had a beautiful family, a successful NBA career and family and freinds that adored him. When money troubles and allegations of infidelity and abuse start to circulate, Lorenzen's marriage crumbles, and he and his wife go their separate ways, until a few months later when he decides he misses her and heads back to Memphis. In the middle of a Tennessee summer, Lorenzen vanishes and it would be years before anyone could figure out what really happened the night he went missing. 

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Featuring a Promo for Beyond the Rainbow:
Beyond the Rainbow Podcast a.k.a. Rainbow Crimes is a show about crimes committed by and against the LGBTQ plus community. Join host C.J. for an array of true crime stories from all over the world, especially lesser known cases. Remember, it's not a crime to be gay...unless you're a murderer...
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Appeal, K. F. D. C. L. a. M. a. Y. J. C. (2017, December 16). Lorenzen Wright killing: Shelby County man arrested, charged with murder in death of former NBA player. Memphis Commercial Appeal. https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/news/crime/2017/12/05/arrest-made-lorenzen-wright-killing/923921001/Document: Lorenzen and Sherra Wright parenting plan order - Los Angeles Times. (2018, November 28). Los Angeles Times. https://www.latimes.com/la-sp-lorenzen-wright-murder-document-20180817-story.htmlFenno, N. (2018, September 13). He was a first-round draft pick in the NBA. 14 years later, he was found dead. Who killed Lorenzen Wright? - Los Angeles Times. Los Angeles Times. https://www.latimes.com/sports/sportsnow/la-sp-lorenzen-wright-murder-20180913-htmlstory.htmlFox13 Memphis News Staff. (2022, March 18). LORENZEN WRIGHT MURDER: Everything we learned from day 4 of testimony. Fox13. https://www.fox13memphis.com/news/lorenzen-wright-murder-everything-we-learned-from-day-4-of-testimony/article_b12e641d-b973-5b82-89a5-afd5bbb0387e.htmlHomepage. (2024, April 22). A+E Networks EMEA. https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/nba-star-murder-wrightJames, J. (2022, March 22). Lorenzen Wright’s mom, son reunite after near-decade. News3. https://wreg.com/news/local/lorenzen-wrights-mother-reunites-with-grandson-after-near-decade/Lorenzen Wright - 1995-96 - Men’s basketball - University of Memphis Athletics. (n.d.). University of Memphis Athletics. https://gotigersgo.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/lorenzen-wright/6467Lorenzen Wright (1975-2010) - Find a grave. . . (1975, November 4). https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/55748448/lorenzen-wrightLowe, Z., & Taylor, E. (2019, July 25). Sherra Wright pleads guilty in Lorenzen Wright case. News3. https://wreg.com/news/sherra-wright-is-expected-to-make-surprise-appearance-in-court/Miller, J. (2023, December 14). Jury finds man guilty of murder of NBA star Lorenzen Wright in 2010. Oxygen Official...

On today's chapter of The Book of the Dead, Courtney hung out with Noelle, host of Creepy Confidential to talk all things creepy. From True Crime, Ghost Stories, Cryptids, and even Aliens, nothing was off limits. Join us for a hell of a time and check out Creepy Confidential wherever you get your podcasts.

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A horror podcast serving up Tiny Tastes of Terror with a new theme each week. What real horror lies beyond the imagination? How much reality inspires the creepiest of creeps? Join us weekly for a new theme each week! 
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Today, in collaboration with Debi Fones, we bring you the story of her daughter, Deverrie Schiller. Deverrie was murdered in June of 2016, and, since then, Debi has been fighting for answers as to what happened. With a lack of suspects and a police force with even fewer resources, it has been an up hill battle, but Debi won't stop until she sees someone arrested for her daughter's murder. We share this story in the hopes that this will happen, because whether the DA wants to move forward or not, Debi is sure she knows who killed Deverrie. 

  If you know anything about Deverrie Schiller’s case, please call Cal City PD at (760)-373-8606 or Secret Witness 661-322-4040

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Featuring a Promo for Missing Magnolias:
Missing Magnolias tells the stories of the murdered or missing but certainly not forgotten.  Too often we sensationalize the offender and undermine the victim.  This true crime podcast combats the norm by offering a curation of interviews with victims, criminologists, experts, and truth- seekers who begin the dialogue: what is the "real true crime experience?" 

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Half and Susanne Zantop were beloved professors at Dartmouth College. Kind, intelligent, and known for their open-door policy at their home, they welcomed anyone in and gave them a space to celebrate, learn, and feel safe and heard. When they are found murdered in their home in Etna, New Hampshire, they community reels from the loss and the brutality of this senseless crime. Who would want to hurt them, and who among them was a killer? however, the answers would not be found in Etna, but rather, in a small dairy town in Vermont. 


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Featuring a promo for Hands Off My Podcast: 
Welcome to Hands Off My Podcast, your go-to source for ethical true-crime stories hosted by Jasmine Castillo. She is dedicated to amplifying the voices of those who've been silenced, focusing on the #MMIP2S, #AANHPI, #BIPOC, and #LGBTQ communities. Listen here

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