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  • The Answering Machine Message: The Unsolved Murder of Jennifer Clemmings with A Simpler Time True Crime

    The Answering Machine Message: The Unsolved Murder of Jennifer Clemmings with A Simpler Time True Crime
    Dec 18 2025
    A beautiful and vivacious 32-year-old woman had hit a sweet-spot of success in her life. She was a high-ranking sales consultant for the beauty company Mary Kay and on pace to be one of the top ranks in the company. But one evening in 2003, all of her momentum would be halted when her life was snuffed out by a violent sexual predator. When she realized she was in danger, she heroically placed a covert phone call to a friend which was recorded on this friend’s answering machine. The recording is a chilling exchange between Jennifer and the person most likely responsible for taking her life just moments later. Her friend called for help immediately upon receiving the message, but it was too late. And to this day, nobody has been able to identify the evil voice in this message. Connections to nearby cases and forensic advances give her family hope that they too will get answers someday soon. And they are not giving up.**Quick Correction: In the episode, I discuss that Jennifer had hit the Mary Kay rank of earning the Pink Cadillac based on source material I had found. In talking with her niece, she let me know that while she was a highly ranked sales director and on her way to it, she hadn't quite reached that rank. This is relevant for accuracy (which I value) and for perspective on what inventory and sales she would have had to maintain for rank. TIPS: at 1-800-597-8477 or gbi.ga.govCase suggestions: simplertimecrimepod@gmail.comIG: @simplertimecrimepodYoutube: https://youtube.com/@simplertimecrimepod?si=OlCWQ2Ky8qFaof02TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@simplertimecrimept=8s31x9iCrNv&r=1Music By Universfield: https://pixabay.com/music/mystery-dramatic-atmosphere-with-piano-and-violin-143149/Source Material:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9wvHMC2lVshttps://www.findagrave.com/memorial/30533636/tamekia_jamell-taylor/photohttps://www.findagrave.com/memorial/95295067/jennifer_m-clemmingshttps://www.11alive.com/article/news/crime/cold-cases/cold-case-killers-voice-captured-on-voicemail/85-515356877https://gbi.georgia.gov/cases/unsolved-homicide/jennifer-clemmingshttps://www.oxygen.com/the-dna-of-murder-with-paul-holes/crime-news/jennifer-clemmings-tamekia-taylors-murders-connectedhttps://www.oxygen.com/dna-of-murderhttps://www.oxygen.com/the-dna-of-murder-with-paul-holes/crime-news/jennifer-clemmings-killer-captured-voicemailhttps://www.newspapers.com/article/the-atlanta-constitution-death-announcem/175972220/https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-atlanta-constitution-5k-reward-in-e/175972812/https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-atlanta-constitution-murders-in-the/175973164/https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-atlanta-constitution-jennifers-legac/175979516/https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-atlanta-constitution-charles-l-cart/176003974/https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-atlanta-constitution-charles-carter/176004099/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  • Vanessa Ladouceur - With A Million Other Choices

    Vanessa Ladouceur - With A Million Other Choices
    Dec 11 2025

    On March 18, 2022, 30-year-old fitness instructor Vanessa Ladouceur was just steps from her downtown Calgary workplace when she was brutally attacked by a stranger—broad daylight, a regular morning, people everywhere.



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  • 225. “Missing in Manitoba” - The Case of Amber McFarland - Portage La Prairie, Manitoba - Canada

    225. “Missing in Manitoba” - The Case of Amber McFarland - Portage La Prairie, Manitoba - Canada
    Dec 4 2025

    A night out, two missed shifts, and the Cat & Fiddle.

    On October 18th, 2008, 24-year-old Amber McFarland vanished after a night out with her friends.

    She was last seen in the company of her ex-boyfriend, Kelly Garrioch and another man.

    Kelly Garrioch says Amber called someone for a ride home from his home on Yellowquill Trail, but is that the truth?

    Where is Amber McFarland?

    If you have any information about Amber’s disappearance, please contact the RCMP Major Crime Services Special Project Team Tip Line, at 1-888-673-3316, or call Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).


    Help find Amber McFarland! | Facebook

    Marjorie Zettler's Three Part Series:

    The disappearance of Amber McFarland - Part 1 of 3 | The Graphic Leader

    The disappearance of Amber McFarland - Part 2 of 3 | The Graphic Leader

    The disappearance of Amber McFarland Part 3 of 3 | The Graphic Leader

    ADDITIONAL SOURCES:

    Missing 17 years, mother presses for closure and justice - PortageOnline.com - Local news, Weather, Sports, Free Classifieds and Job Listings

    Holidays marred by heartache for McFarlands – Winnipeg Free Press

    Family asks for public’s help on 10th anniversary of Portage woman’s disappearance – Winnipeg Free Press




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    25 mins
  • Missing In Hush Town - Season Two - Bethany Markowski - Prologue

    Missing In Hush Town - Season Two - Bethany Markowski - Prologue
    Nov 27 2025

    Happy Thanksgiving, ya'll. I took this week off but am bringing you a special episode. Jules Thorpe is here with Season Two of Missing in Hush Town!


    Fifteen years after her 11-year-old Bethany Markowski vanished without a trace, her mother - Jonnie Carter’s phone rings. The number is one she knows all too well - the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s Missing Children’s Unit. Every call brings the possibility of hope … or heartbreak.


    You can find all episodes of Missing in Hush Town, Seasons 1 & 2:

    On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/missing-in-hush-town/id1704565234

    On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6IVyqVmTyCsztlgcau1nj6?si=a4f33c7bf98c4c25

    Or go to Small Towns Talk & We're Listening...


    Follow Jules on Instagram: Jules Thorp (@yourhostjules) • Instagram photos and videos




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  • 224. “Clandestine Operation” The Case of the Skelton Brothers - Morenci, Michigan [Part 2 of 2]

    224. “Clandestine Operation” The Case of the Skelton Brothers - Morenci, Michigan [Part 2 of 2]
    Nov 20 2025

    A baseball, Mose Gingrich, and a pre-programmed cellphone.


    After the disappearances of nine-year-old Andrew, seven-year-old Alexander, and five-year-old Tanner Skelton, their father, 39-year-old John Skelton kept changing his story.


    After investigators proved that Joann Taylor didn’t exist, John kept changing his story, even from behind bars.


    Over a decade passed when the boys' mother, Tanya Zuvers, petitioned the court to have her sons declared legally dead. Days before John Skelton was to be released from prison, a shocking announcement was made.


    If you have any information about the disappearance or whereabouts of Andrew, Alexander, and Tanner Skelton, you are urged to contact the Michigan State Police at 1-517-636-0689, or the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at 1-800-THE-LOST, that’s 1-800-843-5678.


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    SOURCES

    https://abc7news.com/archive/7815138/


    Missing Michigan Boys' Dad Arrested, Cops Don't Expect 'Positive Outcome' for Brothers - ABC News


    Father of Missing Michigan Boys Is Fighting Extradition - ABC News


    Missing Michigan Boys Update: Mother of Three Skelton Sons Believes They Are Still Alive - CBS News


    Missing Mich. boys' dad had lost job, custody


    Andrew Ryan Skelton – The Charley Project


    Missing Brothers: What do they look like now?


    Missing Person / NamUs #MP9271 | NamUs


    Judge grants petition to declare Skelton brothers legally dead | Court TV


    Father Of Missing Skelton Boys Says Remains In Montana Not His Sons - CBS Detroit


    Remains of three children found in shed not a match for missing Mich. brothers - CBS News


    John Skelton, father of missing Michigan brothers, to be released from prison soon | FOX 2 Detroit


    Court TV Live Probate Court Hearing: https://www.youtube.com/live/Vpbe5Ep7IwY?si=-_dEVkejhHMitZju



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    51 mins
  • 223. “Clandestine Operation” The Case of the Skelton Brothers - Morenci, Michigan [Part 1]

    223. “Clandestine Operation” The Case of the Skelton Brothers - Morenci, Michigan [Part 1]
    Nov 14 2025

    Three missing boys, a noose, and a woman named Joann Taylor.


    In the fall of 2010, 43-year-old Tanya Skelton and 39-year-old John Skelton were going through a bitter divorce.


    Caught in the middle were their three boys: nine-year-old Andrew, seven-year-old Alexander, and five-year-old Tanner Skelton.


    Over the Thanksgiving Holiday while the boys were with John Skelton, they mysteriously vanished. John claimed the boys were with a woman named Joann Taylor, but investigators could find no proof that Joann Taylor ever existed.


    If you have any information about the disappearance or whereabouts of Andrew, Alexander, and Tanner Skelton, you are urged to contact the Michigan State Police at 1-517-636-0689, or the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at 1-800-THE-LOST, that’s 1-800-843-5678.


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    SOURCES:

    https://abc7news.com/archive/7815138/


    Missing Michigan Boys' Dad Arrested, Cops Don't Expect 'Positive Outcome' for Brothers - ABC News


    Father of Missing Michigan Boys Is Fighting Extradition - ABC News


    Missing Michigan Boys Update: Mother of Three Skelton Sons Believes They Are Still Alive - CBS News


    Missing Mich. boys' dad had lost job, custody


    Andrew Ryan Skelton – The Charley Project


    Missing Brothers: What do they look like now?


    Missing Person / NamUs #MP9271 | NamUs


    Judge grants petition to declare Skelton brothers legally dead | Court TV


    Father Of Missing Skelton Boys Says Remains In Montana Not His Sons - CBS Detroit


    Remains of three children found in shed not a match for missing Mich. brothers - CBS News


    John Skelton, father of missing Michigan brothers, to be released from prison soon | FOX 2 Detroit


    Court TV Live Probate Court Hearing: https://www.youtube.com/live/Vpbe5Ep7IwY?si=-_dEVkejhHMitZju




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    33 mins
  • 222. “Just Leave” - The Story of Latifa Brown - Saint Paul, Minnesota

    222. “Just Leave” - The Story of Latifa Brown - Saint Paul, Minnesota
    Nov 6 2025

    An upstairs neighbor, a single gunshot, and two weapons.


    On January 22nd, 2022, police arrived at a duplex in the Twin Cities.


    Outside they found 31-year-old Latifa Brown deceased next to a minivan.


    Inside the home, police found Latifa’s longtime boyfriend, 35-year-old Mark Bell Junior and his friend. Bell and his friend told investigators a harrowing story, but an upstairs neighbor captured the crime on video.


    If you or someone you know is suffering from domestic violence, in the US you can visit thehotline.org for resources or text the word Start to 88788. Someone is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.



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    SOURCES:

    Woman Killed In St. Paul Identified As 31-Year-Old Latifa Brown - CBS Minnesota


    We Remember 2022 | Vfmn


    ‘Justice not served’ family says in murder sentence for man who fatally shot girlfriend in St. Paul – Twin Cities


    After Losing Sister To Domestic Violence, Twin Cities Woman Urges Others To Seek Help - CBS Minnesota


    St. Paul police identify weekend homicide victim; suspect charged with murder - KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News


    As a family mourns a woman fatally shot in St. Paul, custody battle over 1-year-old adds to their struggle – Twin Cities


    Man sentenced to 20 years for fatally shooting longtime partner at their St. Paul home



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    33 mins
  • MURDERED: Gail & Rick Brink with Crime with Holly

    MURDERED: Gail & Rick Brink with Crime with Holly
    Oct 30 2025
    It was November 1987 when newlyweds Gail and Rick Brink’s promising future was suddenly stolen in the most brutal way imaginable. Found murdered at their Michigan home, the crime shook a quiet community and left investigators scrambling for answers. For decades the case remained unsolved and behind it all was a secret that someone thought was worth killing for.Listen to their story now!Want more Crime with Holly in your life?https://linktr.ee/CrimeaHollyNOW AVAILABLE: CRIME WITH HOLLY PATREON!www.patreon.com/crimewithhollyEnjoy ad free for just $2 a month!Episode sources:A Wedding and a Murder: Season 1 Episode 3https://www.youtube.com/live/nXYM9TARaK4https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/60706838/gail_marie-brinkhttps://www.oxygen.com/a-wedding-and-a-murder/man-murders-sister-husband-cover-up-incestuous-relationshiphttps://www.fox17online.com/2014/05/02/justice-for-newlywed-couple-shot-to-death-in-87-how-detectives-cracked-the-casehttps://www.wzzm13.com/article/news/local/lakeshore/1987-cold-case-double-murder-trial-begins/69-415987846https://www.hollandsentinel.com/story/news/courts/2014/03/29/the-confession-that-brought-down/37884960007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z116112e002100v116112b0067xxd116765&gca-ft=128&gca-ds=sophihttps://www.hollandsentinel.com/story/news/courts/2014/03/20/motorcycle-gangs-take-center-stage/38045918007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z116512e006900v116512b0071xxd117165&gca-ft=183&gca-ds=sophihttps://www.hollandsentinel.com/story/news/crime/2013/01/23/police-wife-said-ryan-wyngarden/45028821007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z113812e007300v113812b0042xxd004265&gca-ft=142&gca-ds=sophihttps://www.cbsnews.com/detroit/news/brother-charged-with-couples-1987-death/https://www.hollandsentinel.com/story/news/2013/01/21/young-couple-s-murders-stunned/45289398007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=false&gca-epti=z112312u112712e008300v112312&gca-ft=253&gca-ds=sophihttps://cfhz.org/our-donor-stories/don-and-jodi-heeringa/https://www.mlive.com/news/grand-rapids/2014/03/rick_brinks_body_likely_moved.htmlhttps://www.mlive.com/news/grand-rapids/2014/03/ryan_wyngarden_sent_29_letters.htmlhttps://mdocweb.state.mi.us/OTIS2/otis2profile.aspx?mdocNumber=929727Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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