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The Binge Crimes: The Crimes of Margo Freshwater

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Megan Hess

When she was 18, Margo Freshwater fell in with a much older man, and together they blazed through a three-week long crime spree that ended with her sentenced to 99 years for murder. But then she escaped from prison...and vanished for the next three decades. As Margo built a life under a new name; investigators chased her ghost... When host, Cooper Moll, sets out to find Margo, she expects the lege... more

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In a last-ditch gamble, Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation agents conceive an elaborate ruse to try to get Margo’s relatives to turn on her.

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On the run with nothing but adrenaline and borrowed luck, Margo Freshwater vanishes into Baltimore while detectives waste precious time chasing the wrong trail.

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Margo Freshwater is just 18 when she tries to bail out a friend charged with armed robbery. She ends up in big trouble of her own, when she and a much older man tear across the South like Bonnie and Clyde, shooting first and asking questions later.

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Recent Guests

Margo Freshwater
A woman who committed murder at 18 and evaded capture for decades
Episode: Introducing: The Crimes of Margo Freshwater
Kate Howard
Former member of the non-profit group DNA Angels
Episode: The Vanishing of Janis Rose | 6. The Real Janis
Minor Mark Ogden
Investigator with the Pearl River County Sheriff's Department
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Episode: The Vanishing of Janis Rose | 4. Bombshell
Holly Priest
Daughter of Dr. Howard Priest, a psychiatrist involved in the Doodler case
Episode: The Doodler | 8. Rays of Hope
Dan Cunningham
Cold case investigator in the Doodler case
Episode: The Doodler | 8. Rays of Hope
Mike Taylor
Former newspaper reporter turned private investigator
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Melissa Stevens-Honrath
Sister of victim Jae Stevens
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Mark Sands
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Host

Peter McDonald
Host and reporter, involved in the storytelling of true crime narratives with a focus on investigative journalism.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 4.5k ratings
  • Hunting The Bogeyman

    Great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    charlieknits
    United Statesa month ago
  • Bait and switch

    Don’t bother investing time in this series, as you will be forced to subscribe to hear the final episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    The RealWurger
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fantastic

    What a great podcast. Excellent storytelling. Very easy listening. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ND58504
    United States2 months ago
  • AI Narration

    Using AI for narration is beyond lazy. I lost so much respect for you for doing this.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MTeeTea
    Canada2 months ago
  • Not terrible, not great

    How do you make murder boring? Stay tuned.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    dannaishungry
    United States2 months ago

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Many listeners commend the storytelling quality and emotional depth of the narratives, appreciating the respectful handling of sensitive subjects.
Several reviews highlight the impressive journalistic effort in unpacking complex true crime cases, praising the hosts' ability to engage listeners effectively.
Some express frustration over the use of AI narration, indicating that it detracts from the authenticity of the storytelling experience.

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#92
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#16
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#58
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#6
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#13
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The Vanishing of Janis Rose | 5. Then Who is David?
Q: What do you want to know about your birth and adoption?
David is curious to find out more about how he came to be adopted and whether it was legitimate or illegal.
The Vanishing of Janis Rose | 5. Then Who is David?
Q: How did you feel learning about your mom's past?
David expresses that it feels strange and confusing, as his entire life has been based on a lie.
The Vanishing of Janis Rose | 6. The Real Janis
Q: So, one of the questions we were hoping to ask you is about his adoption.
Janis memories are vague, and she expresses a love for David but admits to not knowing how to do things back then.
The Vanishing of Janis Rose | 6. The Real Janis
Q: How are you feeling, David, about where you are in the process?
David feels frustrated and uncertain about the search for his family, expressing his emotional turmoil and feelings of loneliness.
The Doodler | 8. Rays of Hope
Q: What would you ask this guy if Cunningham is able to actually arrest a suspect and get him convicted?
I would ask, what was it like to kill my brother?

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The podcast focuses on the harrowing journey of Nicole Earnest-Payte, who, at the age of 21, was assaulted in her own home by a serial predator in Northern California. Through her narrative, the series explores themes of trauma, victim advocacy, and the long quest for justice, detailing the emotional and psychological toll of the attack as well as the systemic failures in the response to her case. Acclaimed detective Paul Holes plays a significant role in uncovering crucial DNA evidence, leading to the identification and eventual capture of the assailant, Roy Waller, reflecting on both the victim's resilience and the intricacies of the justice system.

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