Speculating Wildly About Crime

Join SWAC Pod and host Jamie as she delves into the perplexing case of Sydney West, a 19-year-old college student who vanished in San Francisco in 2020. Despite numerous investigations, including surveillance footage analysis and the involvement of a private detective, Sydney's disappearance remains unsolved. This episode explores Sydney's background, the events leading up to her disappearance, and the theories surrounding her fate. It also highlights the family's ongoing efforts to find her and encourages listeners to look for any potential clues. If you have any information, please contact the provided sources. Stay tuned as we speculate wildly about this tragic case.Sources:Find Sydney West - Sydney West, Missing Person, San FranciscoDisappeared - S11 E1 Golden Gate Bridge - ID GOSyd West: Voice Audition - I'll Never Love Again - Lady Gaga by Sydney (& Dad) WestJoin our Discussion Group- (4) Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) Discussion Group | FacebookFollow us on Facebook- (4) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093283626257)Follow us on Instagram: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/swacpod/)Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@swac.pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcLink to You Tube: (4) SWACpod - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@SWACPOD)Music licensed from Premium BeatGroovy by INPLUSMUSIC

In today's episode of Speculating Wildly About Crime, Janelle discusses the perplexing and tragic death of Kenneka Jenkins, a 19-year-old woman found deceased in a hotel freezer at the Crowne Plaza Chicago O'Hare Hotel. This case, recommended by listener Stacy Horton, delves into the events leading up to Kenneka's disappearance, including her plans to celebrate a new job, the chaotic hotel party she attended, and the chilling discovery of her body. The episode scrutinizes the security footage, the response of hotel staff and police, and the various theories regarding her death, while also highlighting the negligence and potential mishandling by authorities and hotel management. Tune in as we explore this haunting mystery and the lingering questions surrounding the case.Join our Discussion Group- (4) Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) Discussion Group | FacebookFollow us on Facebook- (4) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093283626257)Follow us on Instagram: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/swacpod/)Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@swac.pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcLink to You Tube: (4) SWACpod - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@SWACPOD)Music licensed from Premium BeatGroovy by INPLUSMUSIC

In this second part of our deep dive into the tragic death of John O'Keefe and the complex trial of Karen Reed, we explore key elements from the courtroom proceedings. This episode focuses on witness testimonies, defense and prosecution strategies, and expert evidence presented during the trial. With the trial ending in a hung jury, the discussion delves into potential motives, conspiracy theories, and the controversial role of law enforcement in the case. Join us as we speculate on the unresolved questions and legal missteps that continue to fuel public intrigue.Join our Discussion Group- (4) Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) Discussion Group | FacebookFollow us on Facebook- (4) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093283626257)Follow us on Instagram: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/swacpod/)Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@swac.pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcLink to You Tube: (4) SWACpod - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@SWACPOD)Music licensed from Premium BeatGroovy by INPLUSMUSIC

In this first episode of our two-part series on the tragic death of John O'Keefe, we dive into the complexities of his life and relationship with Karen Reed. Hosts Jamie and Janelle take us through the events leading up to that fateful night in January 2022, including John and Karen's rekindled romance, their evening out at local bars, and the mysterious circumstances surrounding John's death. We explore multiple narratives, from Karen's reaction and frantic search to the evidence collected at the scene. The episode delves into intriguing details such as taillight pieces, possible motives, and a community torn between different theories. Stay tuned as we unravel more in next week's episode, focusing on the trial and further speculations.Join our Discussion Group- (4) Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) Discussion Group | FacebookFollow us on Facebook- (4) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093283626257)Follow us on Instagram: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/swacpod/)Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@swac.pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcLink to You Tube: (4) SWACpod - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@SWACPOD)Music licensed from Premium BeatGroovy by INPLUSMUSIC

Have you heard about the haunting stories of the women of Chillicothe? In our latest episode, we unravel a web of crime and heartbreak, sharing stories that deserve to be heard. Listen now and let's speculate wildly about what lies beneath.  #ChillicotheSix #TrueCrimePodcast #SpeculatingWildlyAboutCrime #SWACPOD #SerialKiller #OhioCrime #OpiodEpidemic #TrueCrimehttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8919935/#:~:text=Between%202017%20and%202018%2C%20Ohio,overdose%20deaths%20relating%20to%20opioids.&text=Despite%20Ohio's%20progress%20in%20its,during%20the%20COVID%2D19%20pandemichttps://www.audible.com/pd/Killers-Amidst-Killers-Audiobook/B0CC35D8RR?eac_link=3w2AzWuSza7W&ref=web_search_eac_asin_1&eac_selected_type=asin&eac_selected=B0CC35D8RR&qid=ojV5y4Sn3j&eac_id=147-8192917-3740241_ojV5y4Sn3j&sr=1-2https://www.amazon.com/Gone-Forgotten-Women-Ohio/dp/B07456429V/ref=sr_1_1?crid=X4RQCP8TCFPR&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Rhoh8j4oprdNXloGnj73z-fLNv_PFpp3j300g9DFDlp2sZDRPZHk5whty5vhxLwtyvBbwOc6yFT_3vYxSJ1IgCMQwpQYkjxMEMwdOnE81BrHLJoTPTVLDJth9LDrgiQV5NiHFkNwMq01zg6CyMMdNPH8Bf7wUyIPIz9N-08hwZAeXzqdNR1qakLbE9Z16jYvCQQfqzjzK-8rTLFOJgAmlZ6-tldbVasvc38mWGHc40M.uiXAV-QUvJVUZjGJFt8t2uW2pGI5LSJXKW3wV1YEIzY&dib_tag=se&keywords=gone+ohio&qid=1737057959&s=instant-video&sprefix=gone+ohio%2Cinstant-video%2C117&sr=1-1https://www.amazon.com/The-Vanishing-Women/dp/B01GPJCANO/ref=sr_1_1?crid=15PLJTP7HWT95&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.WsBNojMdBF75PeEg9Pm_pgPBMOBU7lSlQOiyPAPh1QSpzL0OwhbJyA0GliP25ztRcHUHioQVXQiw5hTQwxIE5qjvONKBwp481GTb0Emh3omVg9yTFlaosTaCpc7anJolMyVs0PieijzxonKsODq9TmUXls9LJoin our Discussion Group- (4) Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) Discussion Group | FacebookFollow us on Facebook- (4) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093283626257)Follow us on Instagram: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/swacpod/)Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@swac.pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcLink to You Tube: (4) SWACpod - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@SWACPOD)Music licensed from Premium BeatGroovy by INPLUSMUSIC

In this episode of Speculating Wildly About Crime, host Jamie delves into the puzzling disappearance of Gretchen Fleming from Parkersburg, West Virginia. The episode explores Gretchen's background, her relationships, and the events leading up to her going missing. Key points include her move back home after a breakup, her living situation with her grandmother, and the last known sightings of Gretchen at local bars with acquaintances named John and Preston Pierce. The police investigation, including the search of Preston's properties and his former employment as a DoorDash driver, is detailed. Listen as we discuss theories, the reliability of the suspects, and the police's efforts in this active and ongoing case. Tune in for a deep dive into what could have happened to Gretchen and why this case remains unsolved.Links:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1851562145181902/True Crime Garage Podcasthttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt29455362/Join our Discussion Group- (4) Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) Discussion Group | FacebookFollow us on Facebook- (4) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093283626257)Follow us on Instagram: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/swacpod/)Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@swac.pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcLink to You Tube: (4) SWACpod - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@SWACPOD)Music licensed from Premium BeatGroovy by INPLUSMUSIC

Join host Janelle on Speculating Wildly About Crime as she dives into the enigmatic case of Tamla Horsford, a 40-year-old mother of six who tragically died during a football moms' slumber party. Discover the perplexing timeline, the baffling 911 call, and the contentious investigation that followed. With twists involving race, history, and inconsistencies in witness statements, this episode explores theories of an accidental fall versus potential foul play. Tune in as we speculate wildly and uncover the unsettling details of this controversial case.Links:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mysterious-death-of-tamla-horsford/id1436376574?i=1000654109788https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mysterious-death-of-tamla-horsford/id1379959217?i=1000479960474https://prosecutorspodcast.com/2022/11/01/158-the-death-of-tamla-horsford-part-1-the-night-the-lights-went-out-in-georgia/https://prosecutorspodcast.com/2022/11/08/159-the-death-of-tamla-horsford-part-2/https://www.npr.org/2016/09/15/494063372/the-racial-cleansing-that-drove-1-100-black-residents-out-of-forsyth-county-gahttps://www.11alive.com/article/news/tamlahorsford-timeline-of-a-mothers-death/85-05f511e5-b662-496c-974e-4c75cd095981https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/tamla-horsford-death-georgia-bureau-investigation-report-1231479/https://www.11alive.com/gallery/news/uploaded-gallery/85-c9b865ea-d047-4c36-a3bc-edd63fe0f2f9https://www.wabe.org/new-podcast-explores-1912-expulsion-of-blacks-from-forsyth-county/https://www.facebook.com/JusticeForTamhttps://lastseenalivepodcast.com/2022/04/11/unsolved-suspicious-death-tamla-horsford/#jp-carousel-2057https://www.change.org/p/state-of-georgia-fire-sJoin our Discussion Group- (4) Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) Discussion Group | FacebookFollow us on Facebook- (4) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093283626257)Follow us on Instagram: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/swacpod/)Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@swac.pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcLink to You Tube: (4) SWACpod - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@SWACPOD)Music licensed from Premium BeatGroovy by INPLUSMUSIC

Welcome to 'Speculating Wildly About Crime' with your host Jamie! In this episode, we dive into the perplexing case of Emma Fillipoff, a young woman who vanished in 2012 from Victoria, British Columbia. Thanks to a listener's suggestion, we explore Emma's life, her strange behavior leading up to her disappearance, and the questions surrounding her mental health and relationships. Could Emma's disappearance be linked to an obsessive acquaintance, or did she simply fall victim to her own deteriorating mental state? Join us as we discuss surveillance footage, interactions with the police, and ongoing theories, all while attempting to unravel this unsolved mystery. Your thoughts and theories are welcome in our discussion group or via email!Sources:True Crime Garage- 2 part episode.Emma Fillipoff ////// 52 (https://truecrimegarage.com/blogs/true-crime-garage/posts/4393719/emma-fillipoff-52)TV Show- The 5th EstateFinding Emma Fillipoff - the fifth estate - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3FPSmlCmJk)Finding Emma Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=Finding%20EmmaNighttime podcast- 10 parthttps://www.nighttimepodcast.com/episodes/emma-fillipoff-is-missingJoin our Discussion Group- (4) Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) Discussion Group | FacebookFollow us on Facebook- (4) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093283626257)Follow us on Instagram: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/swacpod/)Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@swac.pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcLink to You Tube: (4) SWACpod - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@SWACPOD)Music licensed from Premium BeatGroovy by INPLUSMUSIC

In this episode of 'Speculating Wildly About Crime,' host Janelle delves into the mysterious and tragic case of Kris Kremers and Lisanne Froon, also known as the Panama Girls. The two young Dutch women disappeared while hiking in Panama in 2014, leading to an exhaustive search and a plethora of questions and theories. From the discovery of their belongings and partial remains to chilling night photos and the suspicions surrounding local guide Feliciano Gonzalez and his associates, this episode examines the various angles and speculations surrounding this haunting case. Tune in for an in-depth discussion on their potential fate, the investigative mishandlings, and the chilling theories that continue to surround their disappearance.Sources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deaths_of_Kris_Kremers_and_Lisanne_Froonhttps://www.thedailybeast.com/the-lost-girls-of-panama-the-full-story/https://www.elitereaders.com/photos-tourists-mysteriously-disappeared/?cn-reloaded=1https://www.the-sun.com/news/8609015/major-update-mystery-panama-jungle-girls-new-search/https://allthatsinteresting.com/kris-kremers-lisanne-froonhttps://imperfectplan.com/2021/03/10/kris-kremers-lisanne-froon-forensic-analysis-of-phone-data/https://imperfectplan.com/2021/02/24/kremers-froon-new-case-data-timestamps-of-missing-daytime-photos/https://koudekaas.blogspot.com/2019/12/the-disappearance-of-kris-kremers-and_11.htmlhttps://www.sinisterhood.com/shownotes/episode-20-the-lost-girls-of-panama-the-deaths-of-kris-kremers-and-lisanne-froonhttps://www.podcastone.com/pd/Lost-In-Panama?showAllEpisodes=truehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TG1nWScBfB4https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x8hd83xJoin our Discussion Group- (4) Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) Discussion Group | FacebookFollow us on Facebook- (4) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093283626257)Follow us on Instagram: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/swacpod/)Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@swac.pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcLink to You Tube: (4) SWACpod - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@SWACPOD)Music licensed from Premium BeatGroovy by INPLUSMUSIC

The Mysterious Disappearance of Joe PichlerIn this episode of 'Speculating Wildly About Crime', Jamie dives into the mysterious disappearance of child actor Joe Pichler. Born in 1987 in Washington State, Joe found early success in Hollywood. Known for his roles in 'Varsity Blues' and 'Beethoven's 3rd and 4th', Joe's career was on the rise before he returned home to finish high school. Following graduation, his life took a dark turn involving heavy drinking and drug use. On January 4th, 2006, after a night of partying with friends, Joe vanished. The following events, including a mysterious phone call and a supposed suicide note, left more questions than answers. With his car found near a river known for suicides but no body ever recovered, theories of foul play, accidental overdose, and even connections to serial killer Israel Keyes are discussed. Despite investigation efforts, Joe remains missing to this day. Join us as we explore his life, disappearance, and the many questions that linger.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:34 Joe Pickler's Early Life and Acting Career02:30 Return to Normalcy and High School03:31 Trust Fund and Financial Freedom06:07 Struggles with Substance Abuse07:47 The Night of the Disappearance11:28 The Search Begins16:12 Investigation and Theories25:45 Questioning the Circumstances26:06 Doubts About the Suicide Theory27:04 Investigative Leads and Dead Ends28:27 Joe's Personal Life and Missing Items31:04 Social Media Clues and Friends' Reactions33:22 Theories and Speculations43:52 Final Thoughts and Call for InformationJoin our Discussion Group- (4) Speculating Wildly About Crime (SWAC POD) Discussion Group | FacebookFollow us on Facebook- (4) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093283626257)Follow us on Instagram: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/swacpod/)Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@swac.pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcLink to You Tube: (4) SWACpod - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@SWACPOD)Music licensed from Premium BeatGroovy by INPLUSMUSIC