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A candy factory employee believes his ticket away from a future of destitution lies in the cocaine business, his dreams are cut short by a merciless group of killers who target cocaine dealers.This episode was recorded live before a sold out audience at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks. Episode title submitted by: Kelli BohlenderSupport the show

A warm October night ended with the words, “Shawn, don’t!” In a matter of mere minutes, almost the entire Bentler family is murdered in their Iowa home. Was it at the hand of the oldest son for his inheritance?This episode was named by our awesome fan, Jane Feist. Support the show

A 14 year old girl comes home from school to discover her mother, baby sister, and stepfather have been murdered by her psychotic boyfriend. It was just the beginning of her nightmare. Recorded before a live audience at the 10 N Main Midwest Murder dinner party. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MidwestMurder)

We go to Minnesota for a head scratcher of a case as we discuss the murder of Lynn Slabaugh.  This isn’t an ordinary arson case. We partnered with our friends at Women Connect on this episode and it was recorded before a fabulous audience in Minot, ND.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MidwestMurder)

Angila Wilder was found murdered in her home. Her ex-husband said it was her fiancée. Her fiancée said it was her ex-husband. Her ex-husband’s new wife didn’t say much…until she did. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MidwestMurder)

Have you heard the name Anna Mae Aquash?  She was an activist for Indigenous rights and quite possibly knew more than someone wanted her to. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MidwestMurder)

An aspiring, young college student is found brutally murdered in her off campus apartment, sending shockwaves of grief through the small town of Valley City, ND. The investigation quickly identifies a suspect and an arrest is made, but did investigators get the right person? Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MidwestMurder)

In 1991, two little girls were killed in a fire. Most say it was because the teenage babysitter was mad he wasn’t getting paid. He said it was the father and his careless smoking.  Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MidwestMurder)

A zither strumming bigamist embarks on a massive, global spree of marriage and murder, charming dozens and dozens of women to their death. Recorded before a sold out live audience at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MidwestMurder)

In the early 80’s, a serial killer struck Minnesota. He had multiple female victims and a very distinctive voice that might help catch him.This episode was filmed live at DCR Brewing in Fargo, ND.911 call: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ItQpWcoJza0Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MidwestMurder)

The most prolific female killer in United States history. A serial killer whose body county rivals them all. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MidwestMurder)

Susan Dejong claimed her husband had a mistress, but did he actually?This episode was recorded before a sold out live audience at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks. Brought to you in part by manscaped. Use promo code MidwestMurder to save 20% and get free shipping on your next order!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MidwestMurder)

A quiet, well liked young girl in rural North Dakota falls in love with a dashing man from California who recently relocated to the area. Brought to you in part by manscaped. Use promo code MidwestMurder to save 20% and get free shipping on your next order!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MidwestMurder)

The wife of a pastor dies in a car accident. It would take the murder of a close friend a few months later for authorities to dig deeper and see that it wasn’t just an accident.Brought to you in part by manscaped. Use promo code MidwestMurder to save 20% and get free shipping on your next order!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MidwestMurder)

Lives are changed forever when a 19 year old woman is found murdered, stabbed and slashed more than 180 times in a relatively quiet suburban community.  This episode was recorded live at the University of Minnesota Crookston. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MidwestMurder)

One woman goes for a jog, two men go out for a crack induced joyride. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MidwestMurder)

The investigation for a missing girl reveals a potential serial killer with multiple identities and a long, dangerous history of predatory behavior. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MidwestMurder)

A young mother dies, leaving her husband and daughter to grieve and pick up the pieces…until her husband is found murdered.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MidwestMurder)

A manipulative killer with an unstoppable bloodlust for children. The most heinous criminal we’ve covered, listener discretion is advised. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MidwestMurder)

The American Dream isn’t supposed to end with your five year old daughter being murdered.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MidwestMurder)