Most Wanted Amanda and Lauren

This week kicks off a new theme month, where Amanda and Lauren explore the World's Most Wanted criminals from the 2020 Netflix series. The ladies start the series with Ismael Zambada García, also known as El Mayo, the longtime leader of the Sinaloa cartel in Mexico.

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ABC7: “El Mayo and son: New indictment brings father and son narco tale back to the forefront” by Chuck GoudieAll That’s Interesting: “The Little-Known Story of Ismael Zambada García, the Shadowy Drug Lord Known as ‘El Mayo’” by Marco MargaritoffEl Paso Times: “Despite El Chapo trial conviction, Sinaloa cartel retains power under ‘El Mayo’” by Maria Verza and Mark StevensonHuffpost: “Meet the Man Who Runs the Sinaloa Cartel… With or Without ‘El Chapo’” by Roque PlanasDepartment of Justice Office of Public Affairs Press Release: “High-Ranking Member of the Sinaloa Cartel Extradited from Mexico to the United States to Face International Drug Trafficking and Firearm Charges”United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York Press Release: “Co-Founder of Sinaloa Cartel Charged in Superseding Indictment with Conspiracy to Manufacture and Distribute Fentanyl”Department of State Narcotics Rewards Program: “Ismael Zambada-Garcia” DEA Fugitives: “Ismael Zambada Garcia”World’s Most Wanted on Netflix: “Episode 1: Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada Garcia: The Head of the Sinaloa Cartel”WikipediaSupport us!
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This week, Amanda and Lauren discuss the infamous Susan Smith. This case gained international attention when Susan falsely claimed that a black man had kidnapped her sons during a carjacking.

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Fox 29: "Susan Smith, nearing parole after murders of young sons, says she'd be 'good stepmom': report" by Christina Coulter GoUpstate: "Linda Russell, mother of Susan V. Smith, sits in the courtroom Friday prior to a competency hearing for her daughter. Her husband, Bev Russell, sits behind her. Smith trial date reset for July 10 Judge issues gag order in murder case" by Staff WriterInvestigation Discovery: "The Twists And Turns Of The Infamous Susan Smith Case" by Crime FeedCrime Library: "Susan Smith: Child Murderer or Victim?" by Rachel PergamentThe Seattle Times: "Susan Smith And The Son Of The Boss -- 'The Catch' Eluded Her" by Charles Sennott     National Center for Missing & Exploited Children: https://www.missingkids.org, 1-888-373-7888, https://www.endslaverynow.org/national-center-for-missing-exploited-childrenSupport us!
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It's Lauren's birthday week, so she made an episode request! Amanda and Lauren return to a wanted fugitive that was mentioned way back in Episode 10 to discuss the full story of El Gato.

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FBI Dallas: “FBI Ten Most Wanted Fugitive Jose Rodolfo Villareal-Hernandez Captured in Mexico” by Public Affairs Officers Melinda Urbina and Katie ChaumontThe Dallas Morning News: “Here’s the possible fallout for capture of Mexican cartel boss wanted in Southlake slaying” by Kevin KrauseThe Dallas Morning News: “Alleged cartel figure to serve decade in prison for Southlake murder” by Kevin KrauseThe Dallas Morning News: “Brother of cartel leader who allegedly ordered hit on Southlake lawyer arrested in Mexico, report says” by Julieta ChiquilloThe Dallas Morning News: “South Texas man gets two life sentences for providing high-tech spy cameras in murder plot against Southlake cartel lawyer” by Kevin KrauseThe Dallas Morning News: “Mexican ex-cop gets life for stalking cartel lawyer who was assassinated by hit men in Southlake” by Kevin KrauseThe Dallas Morning News: “Stalking their prey” by Alfredo Corchado and Kevin KrauseThe Dallas Morning News: “Deadly Deal” by Alfredo Corchado and Kevin KrauseThe Dallas Morning News: “Alleged cartel figure to serve decade in prison for Southlake murder” by Kevin KrauseAxios: “Mexican cartel leader linked to killing in Dallas suburb arrested” by Michael MooneyCBS News: “Mexican cartel leader ‘El Gato,’ wanted for alleged role in 2013 Texas murder-for-hire plot, arrested in Mexico” by Kerry BreenCBS News: “2 Mexican Cousins Get Life In US Prisons For Helping In Southlake Murder” by CBS TexasWikipediaSupport us!
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This week, Amanda and Lauren head to trial with Jodi Arias where she spends 18 days on the witness stand for the murder of Travis Alexander. You won’t want to miss this dramatic conclusion!


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Snapped: Season 11, Episodes 9 & 10Dateline: Obsession: The Jodi Arias StoryABC News: "Friends say they warned Travis Alexander that Jodi Arias was dangerous for months before she killed him" by Gail Deutsch, Denise Martinez-Ramundo, Jonathan Balthaser, and Enjoli FrancisABC 20/20: "Investigator in Jodi Arias case recalls her bizarre behavior in interrogation room" by ABC NewsInside Edition: "What These Infamous Women Said During Prison Interviews With Inside Edition"Inside Edition: "How an Inside Edition Interview Became a Key to Prosecuting Jodi Arias" by Inside Edition StaffInvestigation Discovery: "5 Essential Things To Know About The Horrific Jodi Arias Case" by Mike McPaddenPeople: "Where Is Jodi Arias Now? All About Travis Alexander’s Lover Turned Killer, Now a Prison Library Aide" by Skylar Caruso and Wendy Grossman KantorAll That’s Interesting: "Inside The Murder Of Travis Alexander, The Man Who Was Slaughtered By His Jealous Ex Jodi Arias" by Kaleena FragaAll That’s Interesting: "The Gruesome Crimes Of Jodi Arias, Who Stabbed Her Ex-Boyfriend 27 Times And Cut His Throat From Ear To Ear" by Kaleena FragaBiography.com: "Jodi Arias" by Biography.com EditorsAZ Central: "Jodi Arias murder case: 20 top court moments" by The RepublicAZ Central: "Former Maricopa County prosecutor Juan Martinez disbarred" by Lauren CastleNBC News: "Jodi Arias' 18 days on witness stand could save her life: experts" by Tracy ConnorLet’s Go to Court Podcast: "Episode 200 Jodi Arias & the Duke Lacrosse Team" and "Episode 201 Jodi Arias (pt. 2) & Clarence Elkins"WikipediaSupport us!
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This week Amanda and Lauren head back to 2008 and discuss the murder of Travis Alexander at the hands of his ex-girlfriend - spoiler, it's Jodi Arias.


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Snapped: Season 11, Episodes 9 & 10Dateline: Obsession: The Jodi Arias StoryABC News: "Friends say they warned Travis Alexander that Jodi Arias was dangerous for months before she killed him" by Gail Deutsch, Denise Martinez-Ramundo, Jonathan Balthaser, and Enjoli FrancisABC 20/20: "Investigator in Jodi Arias case recalls her bizarre behavior in interrogation room" by ABC NewsInside Edition: "What These Infamous Women Said During Prison Interviews With Inside Edition"Inside Edition: "How an Inside Edition Interview Became a Key to Prosecuting Jodi Arias" by Inside Edition StaffInvestigation Discovery: "5 Essential Things To Know About The Horrific Jodi Arias Case" by Mike McPaddenPeople: "Where Is Jodi Arias Now? All About Travis Alexander’s Lover Turned Killer, Now a Prison Library Aide" by Skylar Caruso and Wendy Grossman KantorAll That’s Interesting: "Inside The Murder Of Travis Alexander, The Man Who Was Slaughtered By His Jealous Ex Jodi Arias" by Kaleena FragaAll That’s Interesting: "The Gruesome Crimes Of Jodi Arias, Who Stabbed Her Ex-Boyfriend 27 Times And Cut His Throat From Ear To Ear" by Kaleena FragaBiography.com: "Jodi Arias" by Biography.com EditorsAZ Central: "Jodi Arias murder case: 20 top court moments" by The RepublicAZ Central: "Former Maricopa County prosecutor Juan Martinez disbarred" by Lauren CastleNBC News: "Jodi Arias' 18 days on witness stand could save her life: experts" by Tracy ConnorLet’s Go to Court Podcast: "Episode 200 Jodi Arias & the Duke Lacrosse Team" and "Episode 201 Jodi Arias (pt. 2) & Clarence Elkins"WikipediaSupport us!
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As the ladies exit Women's History Month, Amanda surprises Lauren with a bonus episode!

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