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Moms and Mysteries: A True Crime Podcast

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Moms and Mysteries: A True Crime Podcast
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  • SPOTLIGHT: Bone Valley Talk with Gilbert King x The Moms
    Today we have the honor of speaking with Pulitzer Prize-winning author and the mastermind behind the podcast Bone Valley, Gilbert King. Known for his deep dives into the complexities of criminal justice, Gilbert has spent years unraveling the haunting story of Leo Schofield, a man wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife. In this fascinating bonus episode, we discuss the emotional toll of telling such a gripping and complex story, the challenges of turning a multi-decade case into a podcast, and what it’s like working with the very people involved in these crimes. From Leo's resilience in the face of a wrongful conviction to the unexpected twists in season two involving Jeremy Scott, Gilbert shares behind-the-scenes insights into the making of Bone Valley. We also explore the emotional journey of forgiveness and redemption, and the powerful relationships that have emerged from this case, like the bond between Leo and Jeremy. Through the raw interviews and complex storytelling, Gilbert reveals what it was like to uncover layers of truth that had been buried for years. You won’t want to miss this heartfelt conversation about justice, the human side of crime stories, and the impact of storytelling in shedding light on the truth.   Listen to Bone Valley now, wherever you get your podcasts.    Thank you to this episode's sponsors:    We've worked out a special deal with Hiya for their best selling children's vitamin. Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/MOMS. This deal is not available on their regular website.  Indoor cats and indoor humans agree - Pretty Litter helps my house smell fresh and clean. Go to PrettyLitter.com/MOMS to save 20% on your FIRST order and get a free cat toy.  Terms and conditions apply. See site for details.   
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  • MISSING: Ryan Shtuka
    This week we are breaking down the mysterious disappearance of 20-year-old Ryan Shtuka. On a cold February night in 2018, Ryan left a house party in Sun Peaks, British Columbia, expecting a short walk home. But he was never seen again. What should have been a 10-15 minute walk turned into a haunting mystery that continues to unsettle the local community. Join us as we follow Ryan’s family on their emotional journey, their tireless search for answers, and the global movement that grew from this heartbreaking case.   Anyone with information is asked to contact Kamloops Rural RCMP at 250-314-1800 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800- 222-8477. Thank you to this week’s sponsors!   Shop the best selection of home improvement online. Get renovating with Wayfair. Head to Wayfair.com. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. For your next trip, treat yourself to the luxe upgrades you deserve from Quince. Go to Quince.com/moms for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order.  And right now, IQBAR is offering our special podcast listeners 20% off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping.Text MOMS to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details. Check-out bonus episodes up on Spotify and Apple podcast now! To advertise on the show, contact [email protected] or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast.  Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality    Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more.  Sources:   Interview with Heather Shtuka https://ryanshtuka.com/ for links to books and Shtukasaurus’.  https://cfjctoday.com/2018/02/20/search-for-missing-man-at-sun-peaks-enters-third-day/ https://cfjctoday.com/2018/02/21/mother-makes-emotional-plea-for-information-on-missing-son/ https://cfjctoday.com/2019/05/27/drone-photos-and-new-software-being-used-in-search-for-ryan-shtuka/ https://cfjctoday.com/2022/02/17/after-four-years-the-shtuka-family-continues-to-search-for-answers-to-son-ryans-disappearance/ https://edmonton.ctvnews.ca/the-biggest-cheerleaders-dedicated-group-help-keep-ryan-shtuka-s-story-alive-five-years-later-1.6425921 https://globalnews.ca/news/9322043/ryan-shtuka-book-missing-person-edmonton-kamloops/ https://infotel.ca/newsitem/how-ryan-shtukas-story-went-viral-thanks-to-a-shtukasaurus-toy-dinosaur/it100343 https://infotel.ca/newsitem/new-timeline-leads-to-expanded-search-area-for-ryan-shtuka/it51617 https://infotel.ca/newsitem/no-new-leads-in-ryan-shtuka-search-but-police-efforts-were-revitalizing/it83455 https://infotel.ca/newsitem/video-the-shtuka-family-isnt-leaving-sun-peaks-without-their-son/it52216 https://infotel.ca/newsitem/what-missing-man-ryan-shtuka-might-look-like-on-his-25th-birthday/it89600 https://sunpeaksnews.com/28916-2/ https://sunpeaksnews.com/a-year-without-answers/ https://sunpeaksnews.com/new-search-location-real-possibility/ https://sunpeaksnews.com/three-year-anniversary-brings-healing-new-hope-to-family-of-ryan-shtuka/ https://web.archive.org/web/20180512045608/https://sunpeaksnews.com/search-for-shtuka-passes-12-weeks-29648.htm https://web.archive.org/web/20180602002957/https://sunpeaksnews.com/shtuka-family-makes-plans-to-return-home-29843.htm https://www.booksbyindigo.com/about-the-book/ https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/mother-offers-5-000-to-help-find-missing-ryan-shtuka-1.4552033 https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/ryan-shtuka-search-1.4547029 https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/ryan-shtuka-sun-peaks-disappearance-1.5468517 https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/ryan-shtuka-sun-peaks-missing-three-years-1.5911587 https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/search-missing-sun-peaks-1.4573137 https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/sun-peaks-ski-resort-run-petition-naming-ryan-shtuka-1.6712371 https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/weight-of-silence-ryan-shtuka-missing-sun-peaks-1.4897550 https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/rysan-shtuka-beaumont-alberta-sun-peaks-missing-1.4549241 https://www.coastreporter.net/bc-news/parents-of-ryan-shtuka-return-to-sun-peaks-marking-four-year-anniversary-of-disappearance-5075196 https://www.empireadvance.ca/local-news/without-a-trace-4292845 https://www.facebook.com/groups/2052336918380120/announcements https://www.gofundme.com/f/find-ryan-shtuka https://www.instagram.com/findryanshtuka/?hl=en https://www.kamloopsbcnow.com/watercooler/news/news/Kamloops/FindRyanShtuka_Reward_offered_to_find_20_year_old_man_last_seen_in_Sun_Peaks/ https://www.kamloopsthisweek.com/local-news/ksar-returns-to-sun-peaks-to-search-for-ryan-shtuka-4372218 https://www.kamloopsthisweek.com/local-news/one-year-later-ryan-shtukas-disappearance-remains-a-mystery-4375574 https://www.kamloopsthisweek.com/local-news/search-continues-for-ryan-shtuka-missing-from-sun-peaks-since-february-4374304 https://www.paramountplus.com/shows/video/ugtgT_7bcnvAcxW6Ze7ehudNW_v2skwJ/ https://www.radionl.com/2023/02/17/shtuka-family-in-sun-peaks-to-mark-five-year-anniversary-of-ryans-disappearance/ https://www.revelstokereview.com/news/search-for-ryan-shtuka-goes-on/ https://www.saobserver.net/news/one-last-search-for-missing-kamloops-man-before-snow-falls-3689606 https://www.saobserver.net/news/one-year-since-man-went-missing-from-b-c-ski-resort-3693603 https://www.saobserver.net/news/police-to-meet-with-family-of-missing-sun-peaks-man/ https://www.sunpeaksresort.com/sites/default/files/avalanche-report/180217.pdf https://www.wunderground.com/history/daily/ca/kamloops/CYKA/date/2018-2-18 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zee_yQLOHA0&ab_channel=STORYHIVE 
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  • SPOTLIGHT: Drone Talk with The Moms x Gabe Lenners of Obscurum: Invasion of the Drones!
    Hey guys! In this special bonus episode, we're joined by Gabe Lenners, the host of the intriguing podcast Obscurum: Invasion of the Drones, to dive deep into the mysterious world of drones (and we take on some conspiracy theories, because, why not?!). Gabe takes us behind the scenes of his investigation into unexplained drone sightings over the skies of Nebraska, Colorado, and beyond. What started as a local story quickly spiraled into a nationwide mystery—one that has conspiracy theorists buzzing. We talk drones, UFOs (or UAPs, if you’re in the know), and even a little storm-chasing action from Gabe’s past. And of course, we can't resist diving into the fun with a trivia game that’s out of this world—pun totally intended.  You won’t want to miss this engaging and lighthearted chat, and be sure to check out Obscurum for more drone-related mysteries, conspiracy theories, and wild theories that might just make you question everything you thought you knew about the skies. Listen now to Obscurum wherever you get your podcasts and join us for a whole lot of fun!   Thank you to our sponsors! Go to shopremi.com/MOMS and use code MOMS at checkout for 50% off.   Protecting your kids has never been easier. For the best deals, sign up to Gabb today – no contract required – at Gabb.com/MOMS.  See terms for details.    Lume’s Starter Pack is perfect for new customers. And as a special offer for listeners, new customers GET 15% ALL Lume products with our exclusive code - MOMS. Use code MOMS for 15% off your first purchase at LumeDeodorant.com.      Stay tuned for: Gabe's take on conspiracy theories (with a journalistic twist) Why the Obscurum team is keeping an open mind about what’s really going on A quirky trivia game that’ll have you laughing and learning And some insights you won’t find anywhere else about the drones, government secrets, and more! Catch it all in this episode— and remember, the truth is out there. Find Obscurum here and be sure to leave Gabe a comment with your own drone sightings (because you know someone has a story).   Find Obscurum Here:   • Season One Official Website • Instagram • X/Twitter • TikTok • YouTube • Facebook
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  • MISSING: Brian Shaffer
    This week, we are discussing one of the most perplexing missing persons cases of the 2000s—the disappearance of Brian Shaffer. On April 1, 2006, Brian, a 27-year-old Ohio State medical student, was last seen entering the Ugly Tuna Saloona bar in Columbus, Ohio. But here’s where it gets strange: while there’s surveillance footage of him walking in, there’s no footage or evidence of him ever leaving. Despite numerous theories and a massive search, Brian has never been found, and his disappearance remains unsolved to this day. Tune in as we explore the mystery surrounding Brian's case and why it’s still one of the most baffling disappearances in modern history.   Thank you to this week’s sponsors!   Ready to put your fur-baby’s health front and center? Check out RuffGreens.com and use promo code “MOMS” and just cover shipping! Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to Zocdoc.com/MYSTERIES and instantly book a top-rated doctor today.   Treat yourself to the most comfortable shapewear on earth and save 20% Off sitewide at honeylove.com/MOMS20. After you purchase, they’ll ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them we sent you.  Save 30% on your first month of subscription by going to dosedaily.co/MOMS or entering MOMS at checkout.   Check-out bonus episodes up on Spotify and Apple podcast now! To advertise on the show, contact [email protected] or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast.  Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality    Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more.  Sources:    https://614now.com/2019/hot-topics/news/unsolved-ohio-the-bizarre-disappearance-of-brian-shaffer-from-ugly-tuna  https://www.thelantern.com/2009/04/is-brian-shaffer-alive/  https://web.archive.org/web/20160313231009/http://www.columbusmonthly.com/content/stories/2009/04/randy-shaffer-in-the-name-of-the-father.html  https://www.thelantern.com/2008/10/brian-shaffer-clue-could-lead-to-missing-student/  https://www.thelantern.com/2006/04/osu-medical-student-missing/   https://www.thelantern.com/2006/05/missing-medical-students-king-avenue-apartment-robbed/  https://www.newspapers.com/article/102594891/     https://www.dispatch.com/story/opinion/columns/more-voices/2018/05/03/bar-closes-but-hunt-for/12314456007/   https://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/Media/News-Releases/March-2021/Age-Progression-Image-Released-in-Brian-Shaffer-Ca   https://web.archive.org/web/20190823062832/http:/www.findbrianshaffer.com/   https://www.magcloud.com/webviewer/900141?__r=563315&s=w   https://melmagazine.com/en-us/story/a-guy-walks-into-a-bar-and-is-never-seen-again#.bgan0pmcm   https://www.dispatch.com/story/news/crime/2016/04/01/unsolved-mystery-10-years-later/23317737007/   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EqktBCMVlJ8&ab_channel=topaut   https://web.archive.org/web/20060409081737/https://www.nbc4i.com/news/8474636/detail.html  https://web.archive.org/web/20080610043746/https://www.digitaljournal.com/article/161801   https://www.dispatch.com/story/lifestyle/2014/09/22/when-missing-persons-cases-go/22807406007/   https://web.archive.org/web/20090404055139/http://www.findbrianshaffer.com/AboutBrian-Derek.html   http://missingpiecesshow.homestead.com/missingpiecesepisode64archive.html   https://www.newspapers.com/article/102594550/   https://614now.com/2020/hot-topics/news/what-happened-to-brian-shaffer-detectives-investigate-potential-new-clue   https://www.discoveryplus.com/video/real-life-nightmare-us/med-student-myster 
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  • MAILBAG: April Mailbag
    In today’s bonus episode of Moms and Mysteries, we're diving into an intriguing batch of listener-submitted stories that are equal parts wild, hilarious, and mysterious. From strange run-ins with the law to unexpected twists that leave you questioning everything, these stories are anything but ordinary. Key Highlights: An Unforeseen Investigation: A seemingly innocent task turns into a major headache, involving local authorities in ways no one could have predicted. A Highway Chase... or Was It?: A routine drive turns into a tense situation with flashing lights and an officer who has a lot to say. A Creative Distraction: What could go wrong when kids decide to put on a show for unsuspecting drivers on a road trip? Turns out, quite a bit.  A Close Encounter with a Notorious Figure: A listener’s dad, a former deputy, shares a chilling story involving a very famous criminal who had a unique talent. These stories are proof that sometimes truth is stranger than fiction. Tune in for a bonus episode that will leave you wondering, “How is this even real?” And don't forget to send in your own wild and weird stories for next month’s mailbag episode!    Send your submissions to: [email protected]. Subject line: Mailbag
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Moms and Mysteries is a true crime podcast hosted by Mandy and Melissa, two friends who deep dive into a new case each week. Conversational in tone and heavy on the levity, you’ll enjoy their original takes on both the well-known, and those lesser heard of true crime stories.
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