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Extinguished

McClam/Humphrey
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
Deanna Stevenson
Dana Stidham
Deanna Stevison
Jason Lierl
True Crime
Stand Your Ground Law
Escambia County Sheriff's Office
Arkansas
Missing Persons
Megan Boswell
Teresa Ann Bier
Clinton Devon Nelson
Megan
Cleashindra Denise Hall
Madison County
Eugene Martin
Fayetteville, Arkansas
Larry Hall
Nicole Fitts

Join us for this long form podcast about the murdered and missing. Long form because we will do one case in 4 weeks. Make sure to tune in each and every week so you do not miss an episode of the case.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes66Founded3 years ago
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In December 2005, nineteen-year-old college student Nona Dirksmeyer was found brutally murdered inside her apartment in Russellville, Arkansas. What followed was one of the most controversial and debated homicide investigations in Arkansas history.

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On April 20, 1990, seventeen-year-old Christopher Kerze woke up with a headache and asked to stay home from school. His mother agreed, gave him medication, and left for work expecting to see her son later that evening. Instead, when she returned home... more

In August 1976, ten-year-old Angelo “Andy” Puglisi walked into Higgins Memorial Pool in Lawrence, Massachusetts, just like countless other children on a hot summer afternoon. He never came home.

Nearly fifty years later, Andy's disappearance remains... more

Episode Show Notes:

Between 1976 and 1977, four children vanished from suburban communities in Oakland County, Michigan. They were not taken from isolated roads or dangerous neighborhoods. They disappeared while doing ordinary things that millions o... more

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Recent Guests

Melanie Perkins
Childhood friend and advocate for Andy's case
Have You Seen Andy? documentary
Episode: The Boy Who Vanished From the Pool: The Disappearance of Angelo "Andy" Puglisi
Jessica Brown
Claims ownership of multiple Death Fetish and real gore websites
Episode: Death Fetish: Exposing the Truth the Internet Hides
Kenny Hill
Father of Adrienne Hill and survivor of the trauma from the murders
Episode: The Murder of Helene "Nikki" Anderson Pt. 2
Kiah Penfield
Host of Stand Our Ground podcast and relative of Deanna Stevenson
Stand Our Ground Podcast
Episode: Ep25. In Pursuit of Truth for Deanna Stevison's Unsolved Murder Pt. 5
Kaya Penfield
Transitioning teacher, songwriter, and true crime podcaster.
Stand Our Ground podcast
Episode: Ep21. In Pursuit of Truth for Deanna Stevison's Unsolved Murder Pt. 1

Hosts

David McClam
Co-host and voice of Extinguished; often drives investigation and narrative framing.
LaDonna Humphrey
Co-host and advocate for missing persons; central to case narratives and survivor-focused discussion.

Reviews

1.6 out of 5 stars from 74 ratings
  • Shockingly bad

    This may be the worse podcast I’ve ever listen to. Entirely unfounded, disorganized and boring. Big skip.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Caitlin CC.
    United States10 months ago
  • yikes

    should hang up podcasting and try prison instead

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    jgc__
    United Statesa year ago
  • Serial Harassers Abusers and Thieves

    Ladonna is a full blown con artist who harasses her victims daily. She steals and burns multiple non profits so she can profit off them. Stay away from her.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    True Crime Listener 75
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fake reviews

    All of their podcasts are littered with fake 5-star reviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Angie MB
    United Statesa year ago
  • Remove!!!!!

    Liars! Don’t bother with these liars.. David, shame on you! Ladonna you are pathetic!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    amanda41808
    United States2 years ago

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Fans appreciate in-depth case context and regular updates on ongoing investigations.
Overall, listeners note compassionate handling of sensitive cases and strong advocacy.
A few reviewers mention perceived biases or sensationalism; but many praise accountability focus.
Some critics feel the show can be emotionally heavy but respectful to victims.

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Ep21. In Pursuit of Truth for Deanna Stevison's Unsolved Murder Pt. 1
Q: What do you hope to achieve in revisiting Deanna's case?
Kaya seeks greater media attention, a reopening of the investigation, and accountability for law enforcement's mishandling of the case.
Ep21. In Pursuit of Truth for Deanna Stevison's Unsolved Murder Pt. 1
Q: Can you tell us about the events leading up to Deanna's death?
Kaya describes a tumultuous relationship with Megan, escalating conflicts regarding a house, and Deanna's fears prior to the incident.
BONUS: In Pursuit of Truth for Deanna Stevison's Unsolved Murder
Q: What do you think about the assumption made by Marty regarding Deanna's expectations of violence when showing up?
David explains that it's unreasonable to assume she expected violence simply by knocking on a door, and emphasizes the absurdity of Marty's argument.
Ep23. In Pursuit of Truth for Deanna Stevison's Unsolved Murder Pt. 3
Q: If you were presented this case, what move would you have made after you read what Deanna's blood alcohol levels were?
I would have needed to have more information about what transpired that night verbally between the two women.
Ep25. In Pursuit of Truth for Deanna Stevison's Unsolved Murder Pt. 5
Q: What can the listeners do to help move this case forward?
Listeners can help by sharing episodes of the podcast, making noise on social media, and contacting officials to demand action.

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This long-form true crime series focuses on murdered and missing persons cases, often examining systemic failures, media portrayal, and justice system shortcomings. Episodes cover a range of investigations, from individual disappearances to national crises like Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, highlighting advocacy efforts, family perspectives, and the human impact behind the statistics. A notable pattern is a strong emphasis on accountability, memory, and truth, with guest stories and case-wide context shaping a compelling, often somber narrative that aims to honor victims while pushing for reform.

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