Murder On The Mic

Vanessa Wilson

About the Host & Podcast Vanessa Wilson is the host of Murder on the Mic. Launching a new episode Wednesday at noon she approaches true crime with a focus on accuracy, accountability, and respect for victims and their families. Rather than sensationalizing violence, centers each case on the people whose lives were affected—and the lasting impact these crimes have on families and communities. About the Podcast Murder on the Mic is a true crime podcast that revisits closed cases to tell the stories that remain after the headlines fade.

  1. Oct 14

    A HALLOWEEN NIGHTMARE: The Murder of Doreen Erbert and her unborn son

    🎙️ EPISODE 24: A Halloween Nightmare — The Murder of Doreen Erbert 🎃 Murder on the Mic with Vanessa Wilson is BACK! 💜🎙️ After a little hiatus, I’m back behind the mic, and what better way to kick things off than with a real-life Halloween horror story? Halloween night, 1984. San Jose, California. What should have been an evening filled with costumes, candy, and trick-or-treaters turned into an unimaginable nightmare. When a man wearing a terrifying wolf mask showed up at Doreen Erbert’s front door, she had no idea the horror that was about to unfold. This wasn’t a Halloween prank. It wasn’t a scene from a scary movie. It was a brutal, calculated act of revenge that would leave a family shattered and a community horrified. In this episode, we’re diving into the heartbreaking story of Doreen Erbert, the events leading up to that Halloween night, the investigation, and the chilling truth behind the mask. So grab your coffee, your favorite drink, or maybe a little Halloween candy, and get comfortable. We’ve got a lot to talk about. Because sometimes the scariest monsters aren’t the ones in horror movies. They’re the ones standing right outside your front door. ⚠️ TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses graphic violence, murder, and the death of an unborn child. Listener discretion is strongly advised. 🎧 Murder on the Mic with Vanessa Wilson The case may be closed, but the story isn’t. Stay safe and stay curious. 💜 #MurderOnTheMic #VanessaWilson #Episode24 #DoreenErbert #HalloweenMurder #TrueCrimePodcast #TrueCrimeCommunity #HalloweenTrueCrime

  2. Aug 26

    57 years later: The Tate and La Bianca murders

    In August 1969, Los Angeles was shaken by two nights of brutal murders that would become some of the most infamous crimes in American history. In this episode of Murder on the Mic, Vanessa breaks down the Tate-LaBianca murders, the victims, Charles Manson and his followers, what really happened inside those homes, and how the killers were eventually caught and brought to justice.

  3. Jul 22

    THE TENT : THE MURDER OF AUSTIN METCALF

    Episode 22: The Murder of Austin Metcalf What should have been an ordinary Wednesday morning at a high school track meet ended in tragedy. On April 2, 2025, 17-year-old Austin Metcalf was preparing to compete with his Memorial High School teammates when a brief confrontation beneath a rain-soaked team canopy turned deadly. Within moments, Austin had been fatally stabbed in front of classmates, coaches, and his identical twin brother, Hunter. As investigators worked to reconstruct what happened, the case quickly became one of the most talked-about criminal cases in the country. Questions surrounding self-defense, witness accounts, forensic evidence, and Texas law sparked nationwide debate long before the trial ever began. In this episode of Murder on the Mic with Vanessa Wilson, we separate fact from speculation and walk through the complete timeline—from the events at Kuykendall Stadium and the homicide investigation to the emotional courtroom testimony, the evidence presented to the jury, and the verdict that followed. This is the heartbreaking story of Austin Metcalf—a young man whose life ended far too soon—and the case that captivated the nation. 🎙️ Listener discretion is advised. This episode contains discussions of violence and homicide that may not be suitable for all audiences.

  4. Jul 15

    THE HOTEL ROOM: The Murder of LaTosha White and Phillip Archuleta

    🎙️Episode 21 On the morning of December 30, 2017, what should have been a routine call for help at Arizona Charlie’s Decatur in Las Vegas turned into an unimaginable tragedy. Security officers LaTosha White and Phillip Albert Archuleta responded to a hotel guest’s request for assistance, never knowing they were walking into a deadly encounter. Within moments, both officers were fatally shot while simply doing their jobs. In this episode, Vanessa takes you through the events of that morning, the investigation that followed, the suspect’s desperate attempt to escape, and the unanswered questions that remain after his death. More importantly, this episode honors the lives of two dedicated security professionals whose courage and commitment to protecting others cost them everything. Join me as we separate fact from speculation and remember the victims behind this heartbreaking Las Vegas case. Listener discretion is advised. This episode contains discussions of murder, gun violence, and suicide. ⸻

  5. Jul 1

    THE LAST WALK: THE TORTURE AND MURDER OF COLLEEN SLEMMER

    Episode 20: The Last Walk – The Torture and Murder of Colleen Slemmer On January 12, 1995, nineteen-year-old Colleen Slemmer walked away from the Knoxville Job Corps campus with three people she believed she could trust. She never came back. What began as an invitation to take a walk ended in one of the most disturbing murders in Tennessee history. Driven by jealousy, obsession, and unimaginable cruelty, Colleen was lured to a secluded wooded area where she endured a prolonged and horrific attack. The crime shocked the nation, led to one of the youngest women in modern U.S. history being sentenced to death, and continues to spark debate more than three decades later. (Volopedia) In this episode of Murder on the Mic, Vanessa Wilson tells Colleen’s story first—because behind every headline is a victim whose life deserves to be remembered. We’ll examine the investigation, the evidence, the trial, the ongoing controversy surrounding Christa Pike’s death sentence, and the difficult questions this case still raises about trauma, accountability, and justice. (Tennessee Courts) Listener discretion is strongly advised. This episode contains discussions of graphic violence, torture, and murder that may be disturbing to some listeners. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following, rating, and sharing Murder on the Mic. Your support helps keep these victims’ stories alive.

    THE LAST WALK: THE TORTURE AND MURDER OF COLLEEN SLEMMER

  6. Jun 24

    THE GHOST IN PLAIN SIGHT: THE ABDUCTION AND MURDER OF SAMANTHA KOENIG

    On February 1, 2012, 18-year-old Samantha Koenig disappeared while working alone at a coffee kiosk in Anchorage, Alaska. What began as a desperate search for a missing young woman would ultimately expose one of the most calculated and terrifying serial killers in modern American history. In this episode of Murder on the Mic with Vanessa Wilson, we follow the case from Samantha’s abduction to the nationwide manhunt that led investigators to Israel Keyes. We discuss the chilling ransom scheme, the infamous proof-of-life photograph, the emotional toll on Samantha’s family, the relentless work of law enforcement, and the critical mistakes that finally brought Keyes down. This episode also highlights the determination of Samantha’s loved ones, the FBI investigation led in part by Special Agents Jolene Goeden and Katherine Nelson, and the lasting impact Samantha’s case had on exposing a predator who spent years hiding in plain sight. Listener Discretion Advised: This episode contains discussions of kidnapping, sexual assault, homicide, dismemberment, and disturbing criminal behavior. Because the victim is always the story. #MurderOnTheMic #VanessaWilson #TrueCrimePodcast #SamanthaKoenig #IsraelKeyes #TrueCrimeCommunity #AnchorageAlaska #FBI #PodcastLife #CrimePodcast #VictimFocused #TrueCrimeAddict

    THE GHOST IN PLAIN SIGHT: THE ABDUCTION AND MURDER OF SAMANTHA KOENIG

  7. Jun 10

    TROUBLE WATERS: THE MURDER OF PEGYE BECHLER

    Episode 18: TROUBLED WATERS: The Murder of Pegye Bechler In July 1997, a rental speedboat was found circling aimlessly off the coast of Newport Beach, California. Nearby, Eric Bechler floated alone on a body board. His wife, Pegye Bechler, was gone. Eric claimed it was a tragic boating accident. A rogue wave. A heartbreaking loss. But as investigators dug deeper, they uncovered a story involving financial pressure, life insurance policies worth millions, disturbing conversations about murder, missing 35-pound dumbbells, and a girlfriend who would secretly record the man she once planned to marry. Pegye’s body has never been found. Yet years later, a jury would convict Eric Bechler of first-degree murder in one of Orange County’s most compelling no-body homicide cases. In this episode of Murder on the Mic, Vanessa takes you through Pegye’s life, the investigation that spanned years, the shocking witness testimony, the secret recordings, and the courtroom battle that ultimately led to a conviction without a body. Because sometimes the ocean doesn’t give up its secrets. But killers do.

    TROUBLE WATERS: THE MURDER OF PEGYE BECHLER

  8. Jun 3

    THE 29 BOYS WHO NEVER CAME HOME

    Houston, Texas. The early 1970s. One by one, young boys began disappearing from neighborhoods across Houston and Pasadena. Families searched. Missing persons reports were filed. But too often, their loved ones were told the same thing: they probably ran away. What nobody knew was that a predator was hiding in plain sight. Known to local children as “The Candy Man,” Dean Corll built trust within the community while secretly operating one of the most horrific murder schemes in American history. With the help of teenage accomplices, boys were lured away, never to be seen again. In this episode of Murder on the Mic, Vanessa dives into the heartbreaking story of the 29 identified victims, the families who never stopped searching, and the shocking discovery that exposed years of unimaginable horror hidden beneath the streets of Houston. This isn’t just the story of a serial killer. It’s the story of the boys who never came home. ⚠️ Listener discretion advised. This episode contains discussions of child victims, kidnapping, sexual assault, torture, and murder. #TrueCrime #MurderOnTheMic #The29BoysWhoNeverCameHome #CandymanMurders #HoustonMassMurders #TrueCrimePodcast #VictimFocused #ColdCases #CrimePodcast #HoustonTexas

    THE 29 BOYS WHO NEVER CAME HOME
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About

About the Host & Podcast Vanessa Wilson is the host of Murder on the Mic. Launching a new episode Wednesday at noon she approaches true crime with a focus on accuracy, accountability, and respect for victims and their families. Rather than sensationalizing violence, centers each case on the people whose lives were affected—and the lasting impact these crimes have on families and communities. About the Podcast Murder on the Mic is a true crime podcast that revisits closed cases to tell the stories that remain after the headlines fade.

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  • Creator
    Vanessa Wilson
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Vanessa Wilson
  • Show Website
    Murder On The Mic

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