app_store_button

google_play_button

DK - Details page - Device banner - 894x1036

Lyt når som helst, hvor som helst 

BLACKCAT | Realm

Truth. Awareness. Accountability.

Crime Salad is a top-ranked true crime podcast hosted by husband-and-wife duo Ashley and Ricky. Each week, they deliver in-depth coverage of real crime stories, unsolved cases, missing persons, and criminal investigations that demand closer attention.

With careful research and thoughtful storytelling, they examine the evidence, the timelines, and the systemic failures that shape each case. From cold cases and suspicious deaths to wrongful convictions and domestic violence tragedies, Crime Salad focuses on facts over speculation and victims over sensationalism.

Their mission is simple: uncover the truth, promote accountability, and keep the focus where it belongs: on the lives affected and the justice still sought.

If you’re looking for a true crime podcast that values integrity, depth, and clarity, you’re in the right place.

Crime Salad

On the evening of June 9, 1995, a little league baseball game in Alma, Arkansas, provided the perfect cover for a predator. In the short time it took to catch fireflies with friends, six-year-old Morgan Nick vanished from the parking lot. What followed was a 29-year nightmare for her family, decades of missed clues, and a relentless hunt for justice that finally resulted in a massive forensic DNA breakthrough in 2024.

In this episode, we explore the timeline of Morgan's disappearance and the dangerous predators operating during the 1990s. We discuss Billy Jack Lincks’ attempted kidnapping of an 11-year-old girl just miles away, the abduction of 9-year-old Amber Hagerman in Texas, and the terrifying reign of the "River Valley Killer," Charles Ray Vines, who was linked to at least two murders: Juanita Wofford and Ruth Pearl Henderson, and, according to later DNA testing results, 19-year-old Melissa Witt.

We also honor the incredible advocacy of 6-year-old Morgan Nick’s mother, Colleen Nick. Refusing to let her daughter’s case fade, Colleen turned her unimaginable grief into action. We cover how her relentless push for systemic change helped establish the Morgan Nick AMBER Alert in Arkansas, and we break down how rapid-response safety networks like CART (Child Abduction Response Team) and CARD (Child Abduction Rapid Deployment) operate today.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

 To learn more about Colleen Nick's advocacy, support the ongoing search, or access free family safety programs like KidSmartz and NetSmartz, please visit the Morgan Nick Foundation: https://morgannickfoundation.com/

Our Sponsors / Free Stuff

Our listeners get a FREE MONTH of Primal Queen plus FOUR FREE GIFTS at PrimalQueen.com/CRIMESALAD. #ad

If you or anyone you know has information regarding Billy Jack Lincks or remembers seeing his red 1986 Chevrolet Scottsdale truck with a white camper shell in the summer of 1995, please contact the Alma Police Department or the FBI. FBI.GOV (Morgan Nick Investigation) 
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Connecting the Dots: The Disappearance of Morgan Nick

Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to https://trymiracle.com/CRIMESALAD and use the code CRIMESALAD to claim your FREE 3-PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF.

He passed the DNA tests for years. He thought he was completely untouchable. He didn't expect investigators to demand a third test... or for them to discover a surgically implanted tube of donor blood hiding right inside his arm. The medical deception is wild, but his behavior while out on bail is genuinely terrifying. Tune into this week's Crime Salad for the unbelievable case of Dr. John Schneeberger.

One Red Paperclip: https://oneredpaperclip.blogspot.com/

Thanks for supporting the show! 🥗 

Follow us on Instagram @CrimeSaladPodcast 

Share Crime Salad with a friend! It really helps us out!

Ad-Free Episodes: Support the show and get exclusive access by joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/Crimesaladpodcast

Episode Sponsors: 

Cash App: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/lz1ykcyo #CashApp

Mandatory Legal Disclaimer Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card and Sutton debit flex card. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. See Cash App for full disclosures.

Miracle Made: Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to https://trymiracle.com/CRIMESALAD and use the code CRIMESALAD to claim your FREE 3-PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF.

HERS: Ready to reach your goals? Visit forhers.com/crimesalad to get personalized, affordable care that gets you there. Weight Loss by Hers is not available in all 50 states. Wegovy® is the registered trademark of Novo Nordisk A/S. To get started and learn more, including important safety information, Wegovy® clinical study information, and restrictions, visit forhers.com

Quince: Upgrade your everyday with premium essentials! Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or visit quince.com/crimesalad to get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.

HomeChef: Exclusive Listener Offer: Listeners receive 50% off their first box plus free dessert for life (with an active subscription) by visiting HomeChef.com/CRIMESALAD 

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Decoy Blood Tube: Catching Dr. John Schneeberger

Seven agonizing years. Zero traces. And a chilling web of occult obsession, digital breadcrumbs, and a secret confession that finally blew a cold case wide open.

In this episode of Crime Salad, we break down the shocking trial and verdict of the Morgan Bauer murder case. Back in February 2016, 19-year-old Morgan packed up her life in South Dakota and moved to Atlanta, Georgia, with a dream of a fresh start. Just weeks later, she vanished completely.

For years, her family fought tirelessly for answers while her killers, Kaytlin Goebel and Jonathan "Alex" Warren, moved on with their lives across state lines. It wasn't until a bitter divorce in 2023, a brave ex-husband, and a relentless true-crime podcaster that the truth finally surfaced. We walk you through the horrifying details revealed in court, the dark social media posts under the alias "Lilith Chaos," the gruesome trial arguments, and how a Newton County jury handed down a swift, definitive verdict in August 2026.

Tune in as we honor Morgan Bauer's memory, examine the twists of a multi-jurisdictional investigation, and look at how justice was finally served.

Morgan Bauer case, Morgan Bauer missing, Crime Salad podcast, Kaytlin Goebel trial, Alex Warren, Porterdale Georgia, true crime podcast 2026, cold cases solved, Lilith Chaos social media, Georgia murder trial, true crime recommendations, new and noteworthy, true crime podcast

Thanks for supporting the show! 🥗 

Follow us on Instagram @CrimeSaladPodcast 

Share Crime Salad with a friend! It really helps us out!

Ad-Free Episodes: Support the show and get exclusive access by joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/Crimesaladpodcast

Episode Sponsors: 

HERS: Ready to reach your goals? Visit forhers.com/crimesalad to get personalized, affordable care that gets you there. Weight Loss by Hers is not available in all 50 states. Wegovy® is the registered trademark of Novo Nordisk A/S. To get started and learn more, including important safety information, Wegovy® clinical study information, and restrictions, visit forhers.com

Quince: Upgrade your everyday with premium essentials! Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or visit quince.com/crimesalad to get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Penny and a Dream: The Callous Murder of Morgan Bauer

Support Thad Phillips

⚠️ LISTENER WARNING: This episode contains highly graphic details of severe, prolonged physical abuse. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

A 13-year-old boy is abducted from his couch in the dead of night and forced into a 43-hour fight for his life.

In July 1995, the quiet town of Baraboo, Wisconsin, was rocked when Thad Phillips was kidnapped and tortured by a local teenager named Joe Clark (later known as the "Baraboo Bone Breaker"). Thad’s miraculous survival and harrowing 911 call didn't just save his own life; his incredible bravery ultimately solved the cold case murder of 14-year-old Chris Steiner.

Join Ashley and Ricky on this week’s Crime Salad as we dive into one of the most shocking kidnapping survival stories in true crime history.

Support Thad: Thad Phillips continues to deal with the physical and financial aftermath of his injuries. Please consider donating to his official GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/79241d9a0 

Thanks for supporting the show! 🥗 

Follow us on Instagram @CrimeSaladPodcast 

Share Crime Salad with a friend! It really helps us out!

Ad-Free Episodes: Support the show and get exclusive access by joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/Crimesaladpodcast

Episode Sponsors: 

HERS: Ready to reach your goals? Visit forhers.com/crimesalad to get personalized, affordable care that gets you there. Weight Loss by Hers is not available in all 50 states. Wegovy® is the registered trademark of Novo Nordisk A/S. To get started and learn more, including important safety information, Wegovy® clinical study information, and restrictions, visit forhers.com

Quince: Upgrade your everyday with premium essentials! Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or visit quince.com/crimesalad to get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.

Thad Phillips, Joe Clark, Baraboo, Wisconsin, Chris Steiner, Baraboo Bone Breaker, true crime survival story, 1995 kidnapping, unsolved murder, Crime Salad podcast.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Bone Breaker of Baraboo | The Unimaginable Survival of Thad Phillips

When Andrew Jasmine goes completely silent for two days, his girlfriend is first to notice. From the outside of his LaPlace, Louisiana, home, everything looks perfectly normal. Inside, the living room is spotless. But just down the hall, investigators find a devastating discovery: Andrew has been shot ten times in his own bed. 

Was this a personal attack after a heated argument?

With no DNA left behind and no signs of forced entry, investigators are forced to investigate a list of close friends. The case threatens to go cold until a neighbor’s 911 call about a fleeing black Chevy Impala leads detectives to a web of digital evidence. In this episode, we unpack how even real detectives will look to Facebook and social media to try to unravel a case in an attempt to get justice for Andrew.

Episode Sponsors:

K12-Powered Schools: A new school year means new opportunities for positive change. For parents looking for a new path to help your child succeed this year, enroll in K12-Powered Online Schools. Visit K12.com/CRIMESALAD to enroll online today!

Support the Show: Ad-free episodes and exclusive bonus content; join our Patreon family! patreon.com/Crimesaladpodcast

CS Merch: crimesaladpodcast.com 

Help Grow Crime Salad! Leave us a five-star rating and a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Share Crime Salad with other true crime listeners.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 33-Hour Silence: The Murder of Andrew Jasmine

In November 2023, the tight-knit community of Lacey, Washington, was rocked when a beloved local chiropractor, Dr. Karen Koep, mysteriously failed to show up for work. When deputies arrived at the home she shared with her husband, Davido, they found a chilling scene: the exterior locks had been bizarrely drilled out, and the air was thick with the chemical smell of bleach. Inside, investigators discovered an "unsurvivable" amount of blood, with the frantic tracks of a household vacuum cleaner dragged straight through it. But Karen and Davido were nowhere to be found.

The investigation quickly zeroed in on the couple's rental property compound and a tenant named Timothy Burke. To put it simply, what began as a standard landlord-tenant dispute had secretly mutated into a terrifying, paranoid delusion, culminating in every property owner's absolute worst nightmare.

Join Ashley and Ricky this week as they break down the chaotic forensics of the crime scene, the chilling digital footprint left behind by the killer, and the tragic loss of a couple who dedicated their lives to healing and helping those around them.

Support the show! 🥗 

Follow us on Instagram @CrimeSaladPodcast 

Ad-Free Episodes: Support the show and get exclusive access by joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/Crimesaladpodcast

Enjoying the show? Please remember to rate and review Crime Salad on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share Crime Salad with a friend! it really helps us out!

Episode Sponsors: 

HERS: Ready to reach your goals? Visit forhers.com/crimesalad to get personalized, affordable care that gets you there. Weight Loss by Hers is not available in all 50 states. Wegovy® is the registered trademark of Novo Nordisk A/S. To get started and learn more, including important safety information, Wegovy® clinical study information, and restrictions, visit forhers.com

Quince: Upgrade your everyday with premium essentials! Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or visit quince.com/crimesalad to get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Nightmare Tenant: The Murders of Karen Koep & Davido

Miracle Made: Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to https://trymiracle.com/CRIMESALAD and use the code CRIMESALAD to claim your FREE 3-PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF

At 3:13 AM automated Apple SOS crash alert from a daughter's phone would send any parent into a frantic search. This was the terrifying reality for the mother of 20-year-old Melody Hoffman. But instead of a car crash, she found Melody's shattered phone abandoned on an empty road, a discovery that raised a chilling set of questions. Hours later, a devastating find was made in a secluded area near Lily Pond.

In this episode, we untangle the heartbreaking case of Melody Hoffman, a trusting, bright young woman from Marion, Iowa, who was betrayed in a premeditated plot fueled by a volatile love triangle. We walk through the chilling digital deception used to cover the killers' tracks, the timeline of that tragic night, and the forensic evidence that ultimately brought them to justice. Melody believed in the goodness of people and just wanted to make others smile; this is her story.

Support the Show: Ad-free episodes and exclusive bonus content; join our Patreon family! patreon.com/Crimesaladpodcast

Help Grow Crime Salad! Leave us a five-star rating and a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Share Crime Salad with other true crime listeners.

Episode Sponsors: 

Miracle Made: Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to https://trymiracle.com/CRIMESALAD and use the code CRIMESALAD to claim your FREE 3-PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF

Now proudly available in Canada and the UK!

K12-Powered Online Schools: New Opportunities with K12! Enroll online today at K12.com/crimesalad.

Cash App: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/lz1ykcyo#CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.

HERS: Ready to reach your goals? Visit forhers.com/crimesalad to get personalized, affordable care that gets you there. Weight Loss by Hers is not available in all 50 states. Wegovy® is the registered trademark of Novo Nordisk A/S. To get started and learn more, including important safety information, Wegovy® clinical study information, and restrictions, visit forhers.com

Quince: Upgrade your everyday with premium essentials! Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or visit quince.com/crimesalad to get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3:13 AM Crash Alert: The Murder of Melody Hoffman

Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to https://trymiracle.com/CRIMESALAD and use the code CRIMESALAD to claim your FREE 3-PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF 

From reversing a vasectomy in secret, to exploiting Western Union loopholes, to fleeing to Eastern Europe, this case proves that the truth is often stranger than fiction. We unpack the devastating financial reality of community property laws, the psychological toll of marital waste, and how a father's desperate fight-or-flight response sparked a viral international manhunt.

Ryan Borgwardt, a local cabinet maker living in Wisconsin with his wife and three kids, chooses to stage an accidental death like it’s a movie set and flee the country. His travels take him by child-sized inflatable raft, to a hidden e-bike, to a Greyhound bus, and finally onto an international flight to meet a distant connection he fell for online. Will his grand illusion work, or will his family be left absolutely devastated and heartbroken to discover he’s actually not at the bottom of Green Lake but has been planning a cowardly escape route right under their noses? Debt. Lust. Greed.

In this bizarre true crime investigation, we dive deep into the chilling timeline of the Green Lake missing kayaker. When an empty kayak and a floating life jacket trigger a massive 58-day underwater sonar search by first responders and Bruce's Legacy, a grieving community believes the worst. But a cracked laptop, a secret second passport, a $375,000 life insurance policy, and a staggering $200,000 in hidden marital debt soon reveal a mind-blowing twist.

Need Help? You are not alone.

If you or someone you know is feeling overwhelmed, trapped, or struggling with financial anxiety, there are free, confidential resources available 24/7:

 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988

 Crisis Text Line: Text CONNECT to 741741

 Community Assistance (bills, housing, etc.): Dial 2-1-1 to find local resources.

Episode Sponsors:

 Miracle Made Sheets: Upgrade your sleep and stay in the perfect comfort zone all night long. Go to trymiracle.com/CRIMESALAD and use code CRIMESALAD at checkout to save over 40% off, plus get an extra 20% off and a FREE 3-piece towel set!

 K12 Powered Schools: See how K12 Powered Schools can help unlock your child’s full potential. Families can enroll at any time during the school year! Learn more and enroll today at K12.com/crimesalad

Hang out with us during the week!

 Instagram: @CrimeSaladPodcast

 TikTok: @CrimeSaladPodcast

Interesting links:

Interrogation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PZQQOVSmlq4

Viral Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/fwiC5uldAYY?si=fpmx0Xl6vL938Eo4
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Coward's Route: Ryan Borgwardt

The Empty Casket: The Bizarre Disappearance of Julie Mott

How does a body go missing from a funeral home? After defying the odds and battling cystic fibrosis for 25 years, Julie Mott passed away, only for her remains to be stolen from a San Antonio funeral home in broad daylight just hours after her service. In this episode, we explore the bizarre timeline at Mission Park Funeral Chapels, an obsessive ex-boyfriend, theories of a massive corporate cover-up, and the heartbreaking legal battle that followed.

Where is Julie Mott?

Case Resources & Tips: If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Julie Mott on August 15, 2015, please contact the San Antonio Police Department tip line at 210-225-TIPS (210-225-8477).

Donate in Julie's Honor: Help accelerate the fight for a cure and support life-changing research by donating to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation here: cff.org/donate

Support Crime Salad:

 Patreon: Listen ad-free and get exclusive bonus content at PATREON - Crime Salad

 Merch: Grab our latest gear at crimesaladpodcast.com

 Socials: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @CrimeSaladPodcast

Support for this episode of Crime Salad is brought to you by K12! See how K12 Powered Schools can help unlock your child’s full potential. Enroll online today at K12.com/crimesalad
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Empty Casket: The Bizarre Disappearance of Julie Mott

Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to https://trymiracle.com/CRIMESALAD and use the code CRIMESALAD to claim your FREE 3-PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF.

Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com and use promo code CRIMESALAD at checkout for $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply.

On a quiet Sunday morning in March 2012, a jogger on Utah’s Jordan River Trail made a gruesome discovery: pools of blood on a pedestrian bridge and a single red sneaker discarded near the water. Hours later, the lifeless body of 15-year-old Annie Kasprzak was pulled from the river.

Just the night before, Annie had vanished from her home, leaving behind a runaway note and a shocking confession. As investigators frantically pieced together her final hours, they were dragged into a chaotic web of deception. From rumors of a teenage pregnancy to a phantom gang member named "LJ," and a revenge-seeking witness who derailed the case for an entire year—nothing in this investigation was what it seemed.

When detectives finally traced the digital footprint of the blocked numbers calling Annie’s phone, the truth proved to be far more chilling than anyone could have imagined.

Join Richard and Ashley this week as they unravel the fabricated alibis, the stunning digital evidence, and the devastating reality behind the murder of Annie Kasprzak.

Cash App: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/lz1ykcyo #CashAppPod

Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.

Miracle Made: Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to https://trymiracle.com/CRIMESALAD and use the code CRIMESALAD to claim your FREE 3-PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF.

Omaha Steaks: Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com and use promo code CRIMESALAD at checkout for $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply.

Hosted by Richard and Ashley, produced by Weird Salad Media, a Realm Network podcast.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Digital Alibi: The Tragic Death of Annie Kasprzak

In this episode, we will discuss the tragic case of Joseph Comunale. A 26-year-old man from Stamford, Connecticut, whose night of revelry in New York City turned into a horrifying nightmare. On November 13, 2016, Joseph traveled to the Big Apple for what he hoped would be a fun and memorable evening. However, the night took a sinister turn during a party where heavy drinking and possible drug use set the stage and then, sadly, a violent altercation. By Monday, Joseph Comunale was reported missing, and what unfolded was a devastating story of a young life cut short. Join us as we uncover the chilling details of this heart-wrenching case and explore the fateful events that led to his untimely death.

Check out Shopify! We love them and they are amazing. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/crimesalad

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vanished in NYC: The Mysterious Case of Joseph Comunale

Lyt når som helst, hvor som helst

Other podcasts you might like ...