Voices for the Victims
This podcast covers unsolved cases and tells the stories of haunted places of Wyoming. Families share insights of their loved ones, along with what they know about the day everything changed. And, we also explore some of the unexplainable mysteries hidden in the great Wyoming landscapes. Join us every other week for a full episode and weekly for case updates from around the state.
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Visit website →Roy Vavra was an all-American kind of guy. He hunted. He fished. He ran his dogs, and he even worked horses. But the morning of January 24th when he had plans to meet his friend to run their dogs, he didn't show up--that was 20 years ago. In this epi
Check out a special crossover episode with my nephew, David, for his podcast that he started with his mom, Lisa, Our Book Bench. For this episode we read, Goosebumps Welcome to Dead House. Be sure to give them a follow if you have kiddos that are int
This conversation dives into the life of Khayman "Khay" Welch, his family dynamics, and the circumstances surrounding his mysterious disappearance. Rhiannon Lewallen, Khay's mother, shares insights into his childhood, personality, and the mental heal
Jamie Kamai was gunned down after stopping to confront an erratic driver, 23.5 years ago. To this day, the case is still unsolved and still under investigation. In this episode, I interview Jamie's mother, the Laramie County Sheriff Department, and h
Missing spooky season? Join me for Part II of Jill Pope's Haunted episode.
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Only 19 years old, Rocky Najera, disappeared in Cheyenne, Wyoming in 1985. This is the oldest cold case on Unsolved Wyoming as of right now. Listen in on the insightful interview I have with Michelle, Rocky's younger sister, as she shares the details
Closure--what does it really mean? It's a complicated word in the world of true crime. It's with a mixed bag that I present the first "Found" episode of Unsolved Wyoming. This is the resolution of Rocky Najera. I chat with both his sister, and the ge
Happy Friday the 13th--here is the first spooky episode with author, Jill Pope. She's written four books that can found in the link below. Be sure to stay tuned for the DCI updates sponsored by Missing People of Wyoming.
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Kimberly Kay Novak was no angel, but when you listen to her sister, Becky, talk about her, you can hear the love and longing for the woman who made her wedding a memorable event. Even though Kim had a free-spirit and did her own thing on her own term
John Daily Hammond, also known as "John-John" disappeared into the night November 6, 2021. This is his story told by his sister Georgeanne. Not only does his family miss him, but so does the community of Thermopolis. John frequented the library and t
An incredible story-teller and bonafide crime junkie, journalist Jennifer Kocher, is the perfect combination of sunshine and grit. I've worked with Jen now for the last year. I credit her to strapping me the driver seat of this podcast. Without her,
I interview the sister of Christopher Dale Mauk, a man missing since July of 2022. I also have DCI updates as well, so be sure to stay tuned.
Warning: the sound quality of my voice in the interview is not up to snuff--I am going to send it out to g
Folks, as promised I have author Ron Franscell back on the pod to talk about his latest book Deaf Row, a crime fiction. I know--but this is a true crime podcast? Don't worry, Ron and I chat everything from the book itself, to Ron's writing, to how tr
Missed by many, the big-hearted Kyle Jay Ellis has disappeared without a trace. I interview his mother, Heather, for this episode. She describes Kyle's generous spirit and adventurous nature that started as small child, and how as an adult his quest
She was her sister's bowling partner, her granddaughter's primary caretaker, and she delivered the Casper Star, Davida Peterson, is the quintessential small town Wyoming woman that we all know. Join me as I talk to Linda Beauchamp about her sister, D
And here we are at the end of spooky season 2022. On the podcast for this second haunted episode I have a crossover with Cheyenne local, Dean Peterson, host of That Doesn't Happen Every Day, and author of The Burqa Cave. He shares with us two tales f
Hello spooky season! On this week's episode, I have legendary author Ron Franscell to tell us creepy crime tales. Then I have historian Rick Johnson, director of Fort Casper to tell us about the upcoming haunted tours. After, I have a founding member
Do you remember the Terry Meador episode where I talked about Be 307 Aware? Well, this episode features Jim Mitchell and he tells us about how the program was started, how it works, and provides insight into what you should be ready for if you do get
An avid hunter and excited grandfather, Terry Meador, set out into a coveted hunting area to scout deer for an upcoming hunting trip with his son and grandson. However, when Terry didn't show up to a friend's house to process an antelope, it was clea
This week, I interview Desiree Tinoco, a true inspiration and cornerstone when comes to advocating for missing people in Wyoming. You know her voice because she's featured weekly in the podcast, but I thought it was time for listeners to get to know
I've been watching and following the Find Irene Gakwa Facebook group since before I did my very first podcast episode. And as the story has unfolded, an incredible group has emerged to help coordinate the search efforts to locate Irene. In this week'
A highly motivated mom, with a punk rock aesthetic, didn't quite fit in the quiet town of Torrington, Wyoming. So, when she was reported missing, the investigation into Renee Yeargain's whereabouts, was a little slow. 18 years later, and Renee's case
Out of Pinedale, Wyoming, a woman tells the story of her missing sister, Anne Elliot, or Anne Elliot Lancaster. I talk to Emily, Anne's sister, about Anne's struggles with experiencing addiction, her life, her childhood, and ultimately the day she we
Out of Gillette, Wyoming comes the story of Irene Gakwa. Described as calming, quiet and adventurous, Irene was reported missing on March 20, 2022. In this episode I talk with Irene's oldest brother, Kennedy Wainaina about Irene and also the red flag