Crawlspace - True Crime & Mysteries
Crawlspace is where crime meets culture.We host interesting conversations about unsolved murders, serial killers, cold cases and paranormal activity. We go beyond entertainment as we dig deeper to tell stories of crimes, vanished people, and injustices. Our guests include survivors, authors, journalists, podcasters, advocates, and educators. Starting in 2017 with a deep dive into the disappearance of Brianna Maitland, Crawlspace is hosted by Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna of the Missing Maura Murray and Missing podcasts. Frequent topics include unsolved murders like the JonBenét Ramsey case, wrongful convictions like John Giuca, serial killers like the Zodiac killer, Christopher Wilder, and Jef...
Episodes
560 // Missing Emmanuel Haro - 2 - Jake's History of Child Cruelty & A Possible Sighting of Emmanuel
In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna discuss the mysterious disappearance of Emmanuel Haro from Yucaipa, California on August 14th, 2025. This is part 2 of our coverage. Emmanuel is 7 months old with bro…
559 // The Black Dahlia's Killer w/ Eli Frankel
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are thrilled to be joined by award winner producer, author and true crime enthusiast, Mr. Eli Frankel. Eli has written "Sisters In Death: The Black Dahlia, The Prai…
558 // Yucaipa Kidnapping - Where is Emmanuel Haro?
In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna discuss the mysterious disappearance of Emmanuel Haro from Yucaipa, California on August 14th, 2025. Emmanuel is 7 months old with brown hair and brown eyes. He weig…
557 // Greg Scarpa: The Mafia's Grim Reaper w/Jonathan Dyer
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined by author Jonathan Dyer. Jonathan has written the book, Legendary Evil: The Many Faces of a Mafia Killer which details the wild life and horrific crimes …
556 // Encounter with the Green River Killer
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this episode Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with Jill McCabe Johnson about an encounter she had with a man named Gary who was most likely Gary Ridgway - the Green River Killer. This episode was originally…
555 // The Serial Killer Tour Guide w/ Johnny Trevisani
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna sit down with new friend, author Johnny Trevisani. Johnny has taken a campy approach to serial killer education with his new book, The Serial Killer Travel Guide Ac…
554 // Out of the Madness w/ Trevor Aaronson & Ellie Knight
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined by and old friend and a new friend. Trevor Aaronson & Ellie Knight are two award winning journalists who have teamed up to tell some of the most importan…
553 // Bonus Show // 3 // - Holly Piirainen, Murder of Dr. Eric Garcia
In this free version of the Bonus Show, Missing and Crawlspace's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna discuss their recent episodes on the abduction and murder of Holly Pirrainen from Sturbridge, Massachusetts and the murder of Dr. Eric Garcia…
552 // The Murder of Dr. Eric Garcia w/ Chris Connelly
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined by renowned journalist, Mr. Chris Connelly. Chris has a new show, Cold Blooded, Mystery in Alaska which is focused on the 2017 murder of beloved doctor, …
551 // Bundy, Dahmer, Rader - Analyzing Courtroom Statements From Serial Killers w/ Dr. Maryann White
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with Dr. Maryann White about statements made by serial killers Ted Bundy, Jeffrey Dahmer, and Dennis Rader at their sentencing, and the co…
550 // Undercover Life w/ Lou Valoze
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this episode Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with Lou Valoze about his incredible career as an undercover ATF agent. This episode was originally published on Crawlspace on August 11th, 2021. Check out Lou's…
549 // Idaho 4 Victim Impact Statements & Reaction
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna play clips and react to the recent family victim impact statements from the hearing at the sentencing of Bryan Kohberger. Kohberger's victims were Kaylee Goncalves…
548 // Missing Carolyn Pruyser - Part 2
In this new episode Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with Laura Riste about the mysterious disappearance of Carolyn Pruyser from Peace River, Alberta, Canada on May 17th, 1984. Carolyn's car was left on Kaufman Hill Road near midnigh…
547 // Missing Carolyn Pruyser - Part 1
In this new episode Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with Laura Riste about the mysterious disappearance of Carolyn Pruyser from Peace River, Alberta, Canada on May 17th, 1984. Carolyn's car was left on Kaufman Hill Road near midnigh…
546 // NESK Update: Sunshine Stewart, Suspect Apprehended
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna provide an update to the rumored active New England Serial Killer. The latest body found was that of 48 year old Sunshine Stewart and 17 year old Deven Young has be…
545 // British Bigfoot, Conspiracies & Much More - A Tribute to James McMahon
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this episode, Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with writer, podcaster and fun guy James McMahon about British Bigfoot, alien big cats, the Smiley Face Killer theory, conspiracy theories and so much more.…
544 // The Girl Who Took Down Gacy w/ Courtney Lund O'Neil
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined by a new friend of the show, someone who puts a deeply personal spin on a familiar serial killer story. Courtney Lund O'Neil brings her debut book Postmo…
543 // CRAWLSPACE CLASSIC: The Haunting of Jackie Hernandez p.2
Welcome to this Crawlspace Classic episode! In this episode - PART TWO OF TWO - Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined by friend of the show, Christy Arnhart who brings to the table the absolutely riveting and terrifying story of Jacki…
542 // CRAWLSPACE CLASSIC: The Haunting of Jackie Hernandez p.1
Welcome to this Crawlspace Classic episode! In this episode - PART ONE OF TWO - Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined by friend of the show, Christy Arnhart who brings to the table the absolutely riveting and terrifying story of Jacki…
The Bonus Show Live!
Welcome to The Bonus Show, by Crawlspace Media! In this episode, recorded live on July 18th 2025, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna discuss the episodes they released on the Missing Podcast and the Crawlspace Podcast. They also provide liste…
541 // Sweet Bobby w/ Bobby Taghavi
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna sit down with new friend of the show, Mr. Bobby Taghavi. In his 19 year legal career, Bobby handled over 90 trials to verdict in civil and criminal cases. He spent …
540 // Serial Killer Profiler Phil Chalmers on Speaking Truth To Evil
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with author and serial killer profiler Phil Chalmers about his new book, Speaking Truth to Evil, and much more. Check out Phil's site: https://www.philchal…
539 // New England Serial Killer Update / Sunshine Stewart Homicide
Welcome to Crawlspace & Missing. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna provide a grim update to the rumored active New England Serial Killer. The latest body found was that of 48 year old Sunshine Stewart. Sunshine was a sail…
538 // Fiction in True Crime w/ Megan Abbott
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined by new friend of the show, the great writer, Megan Abbott. Megan is prolific in her field with her primary focus on true crime stories. Although her book…
537 // Death & Lovejoy w/ Bess Lovejoy
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined by another new friend of the show, the wonderful Bess Lovejoy. Bess is a journalist and an author with a primary focus on all things macabre. The discuss…
536 // Missing Evelyn Hartley
In this episode Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna discuss the mysterious disappearance of Evelyn Grace Hartley from La Crosse, Wisconsin on October 24th, 1953. Evelyn was babysitting nearby when she was seemingly abducted from a home. Signs…
535 // The Devil Wears Rothko w/ Barry Avrich
In this episode, Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with author and filmmaker Barry Avrich about his new book The Devil Wears Rothko about an intense forgery scheme involving priceless art. Get the book here: https://www.simonandschus…
534 // Sister Saint or Sister Sinner w/ Claire Hoffman
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined by new friend of the show, a great journalist and author, Claire Hoffman. In this conversation, Claire examines and life and potential crimes of the larg…
533 // The Legend of Lizzy Borden w/ Christopher Daley
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined again by the outstanding historian, lecturer, academic, writer and master storyteller, Mr. Christopher Daley. Chris joined the show earlier in the year t…
532 // Missing Brianna Maitland - New Witnesses Come Forward
In this episode, Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with private investigators Greg Overacker and Lou Barry to discuss some new witness accounts in Brianna Maitland's disappearance. This conversation with Greg and Lou was recorded dur…
531 // The Voynich Enigma w/ Jillian Foley
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined by a new friend of the show, the great Jillian Foley. Jillian is a "writer and historian of technology, studying things like cryptography, computers, and…
530 // Fear And Living In New England w/ Prof. David Perlmutter
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna once again try to understand the dark fascination people have with the possibility of a serial killer operating in New England. They are joined by Prof. David Perlm…
529 // The Murder of Joseph Gatto w/ Mike Gatto
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined by new friend of the show, Mike Gatto. Mr. Gatto is a lifelong politician, reaching extraordinary heights in the California arena. In November of 2013, h…
528 // Zodiac Killer Unmasked?!
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna speak with old friend Mike Morford about his investigation into the identity of the Zodiac killer. Morf has an extensive history of covering the Zodiac case, includ…
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!
Welcome to this SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! On Wednesday, June 11th @ 8pmEST, we are hosting a virtual fundraising event for the non-profit organization, Private Investigations for the Missing. We will be joined by... Julie Murray https://www.me…
527 // Elizabeth Short, The Black Dahlia
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna speak with playwright and actress Marissa Alaniz about Elizabeth Short (also known as The Black Dahlia), her murder, and Marissa's play called "Elizabeth". Check o…
526 // The Man Who Outgrew Robbing Banks w/ Joe Loya
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined by new friend, Joe Loya. Mr. Loya is an author (The Man Who Outgrew His Prison Cell), Hollywood consultant (Baby Driver), prolific bank robber and ex-co…
525 // America's First Serial Killer w/ Christopher Daley
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna are joined by a new friend of the show, Mr. Christopher Daley. Christopher is a historian, public speaker, author and educator. The conversation is about America'…
524 // The Prison Break of Leroy Chasson w/ Daniel Zimmerman
Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined by new friend of the show, Mr. Daniel Zimmerman. On Sept. 6th, 1982, Leroy Chasson escaped from Walpole Prison in Massachusetts, one the most violent and…
523 // NESK - Brainscratch Collab - Is There a New England Serial Killer?
In this new episode Tim Pilleri, Lance Reenstierna, and Mike Morford speak on John Lordan's Brainscratch Youtube show about the possibilities of a new and active serial killer in New England. Check out this episode on John Lordan's LordanAr…