Sins & Survivors: A Las Vegas True Crime Podcast
Discover the untold stories of domestic violence, missing persons, and unsolved cases with Sins and Survivors, a Las Vegas true crime podcast dedicated to amplifying the voices of victims and survivors. Every Tuesday, Shaun & John delve into real-life cases with thoughtful analysis, expert research, and a commitment to justice. What happens here, happens everywhere. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sins-survivors-a-las-vegas-true-crime-podcast--6173686/support.
Episodes
The Murder of Jason Williams
The sound of an argument carried down the hallway of a central Las Vegas home. It was around two in the afternoon on September 2, 2023, when Juan and his family heard his roommate, 46-year-old Danelle Mask, yell, “I’m going to kill you,” an…
The Murder of Hurleen Dulai ft Alleged Actually Podcast
Ash Armand / Akshaya Kubiak portrayed himself as a spiritual zen master, along with being a reality TV personality on the series "Gigolos" on ShowTime. The show runners said they knew one of these guys would do something stupid, but they ha…
Unsolved but not Forgotten
Las Vegas has long been plagued by high rates of violent crime—and a disturbingly low rate of resolution. In this anthology episode, we share the stories of four unsolved murders: Eugene Bell, Brittney Biggs, Celia Luna Delgado, and John No…
The Murder of Kelly Kazoon
When someone is murdered in Las Vegas, headlines tend to follow a pattern: mention the crime and include a short, impersonal description of the victim. In March of 2018, the headlines read, “homeless woman murdered.” That was the phrase pol…
A Mother's Promise - The Murder of Jamie Walker
Jamey Walker was a member of one of the most beloved and consequential families ever to have lived on Las Vegas’s Historic West Side.Her mother, her father, and her grandmother were all well-known and highly regarded, going back to the 1960…
Maureen Kelly’s Spiritual Quest: Vanished in Gifford Pinchot (PNW Haunts & Homicides)
Today in place of our standard Swing Shift episode, we're bringing you a missing person, also from PNW Haunts & Homicides. Our policy is never to have a missing person be anything other than free, in the spirit of raising the profile of the…
Deadly Domestic Violence in Vancouver: Meshay & Layla (PNW Haunts & Homicides)
As we look to take some well-earned time off and build up a nice backlog for season 3, we'll be bringing you the occasional feed swap from one of the many podcasts we love in the ethical true crime space. Today, we have two for you from PNW…
Below The Surface - the Unsolved Mysteries of Lake Mead - Part 2
When people think about Lake Mead, they picture sunshine, water, and long weekends. But the stories we’re telling in this episode don’t end up in a photo album. They end in silence, suspicion, and grief.A missing mother. A woman whose name …
Below The Surface - the Unsolved Mysteries of Lake Mead - Part 1
In the summer of 2022, Lake Mead dropped to its lowest levels in almost a century. The shoreline crept back. Boats that had been swallowed years ago sat beached in the sand like ghosts. But that wasn't all the lake revealed.Lake Mead has lo…
The Murder of Shauna Maynard
In early 1998 Shauna Maynard left her home in California and headed to Las Vegas. She was searching for freedom and in a hurry to grow up after high school, just like so many teenagers are, even todayHer family was worried about her leaving…
The Unexplained Disappearance of Abby Roberts and Phillip Johnson
She was 25 years old, a beloved sister and niece who always showed up for the people she loved. In September of 2012, just 2 months after coming home with a new baby, Abby Roberts disappeared without a trace. Her boyfriend, Phillip Johnson,…
The Unexplained Disappearance of Abby Roberts and Phillip Johnson - Swing Shift (FREE Bonus)
We admit it was late when we made this one. We talk about the case but we're off on some tangents here.https://sinspod.co/83https://sinspod.co/83bonushttps://sinspod.co/83bloghttps://sinspod.co/83sourcesDomestic Violence Resourceshttp://sin…
25 Forever - Remembering Secoya Williams
Secoya Williams was an amazing young woman who made friends wherever she went, but when she went to see her friend perform at a local nightclub, the unimaginable happened.Today we're sharing the story and celebrating the life of Secoyahttps…
30 Year Cold Case - The Murder of Melonie White
A young mother found dead in 1994. A DNA breakthrough in 2024. Who was Melonie White—and who killed her?In August of 1994, two hikers made a grim discovery on Lake Mead Boulevard... The remains of a young woman at the bottom of a gypsum was…
Out Of Nowhere - the Wrongful Conviction of Kirstin Blaise Lobato - Part 2
“When I found out I was going to jail, I trusted in the system. I figured everything would be okay as long as I told them the truth. I had no idea how wrong I'd be.”In July of 2001, Blaise was a teenager with no criminal history, no motive,…
Out Of Nowhere - the Wrongful Conviction of Kirstin Blaise Lobato - Part 1
When Blaise fled the Budget Suites parking lot in May of 2001, she knew she had done what she had to do to protect herself. Three months later, when a man was found dead on the opposite side of town, Las Vegas police ignored her alibi, igno…
The Animal Abuse Epidemic in Las Vegas
We recently covered the animal abuse case that resulted in the death of Reba the bulldog when she was left next to a dumpster in 110-degree heat in the hottest part of summer here in Las Vegas.Because of some other recent cases of animal ab…
The Murder of Maria Flores
Maria Flores planned a brave escape from domestic violence, but tragedy struck, devastating her family forever. Screaming and the sound of gunshots broke the silence early in the morning of June 1st, 2013, on Cotton St in East Las Vegas, sh…
Guilty Until Proven Innocent - Gary Dotson Rewind for DNA Day
In honor of DNA day we're talking about the first person to EVER be exonerated by DNA evidence, Gary DotsonImagine you're 20 years old, your whole life ahead of you, and suddenly you're accused of a horrific crime by someone you've never me…
Tabatha Tozzi Update - Swing Shift (Free Bonus)
We're bringing you this special Swing Shift bonus episode with an important update to Tabatha Tozzi's case on Ozwaldo Perez Sanchezhttps://sinspod.co/76bonushttps://sinspod.co/76bonusblogDomestic Violence Resourceshttp://sinspod.co/resource…
Family Ties - The Murders of Maria Marino and Richard Penardo Jr.
A tragic Las Vegas accident exposes layers of jealousy, drugs, and domestic violence. When Julie Bush kills her boyfriend, Richard Penardo, a disturbing past surfaces—linking him to another brutal murder 16 years earlier. Can justice ever t…
Where is Steven Bradley?
Vanished without a trace in 2006. Nearly 19 years later, Steven Bradley's family is still waiting for answers.In 2006, Steven, a Las Vegas husband and father, left for work and never came home. His car turned up 250 miles away, with no sign…
The Murder of Tabatha Tozzi
Tabatha Tozzi was a rising star in Las Vegas. When she tried to leave her controlling boyfriend, he allegedly killed her. Nearly two years later, he’s still missing.Las Vegas is the entertainment capital of the world, with A-list performers…
More Time: The Murder of Sean Babbitt
A tragic case of child custody gone wrong. On Easter Sunday 2019, Sean Babbitt was hopeful about his future and his fight for more time with his 3-year-old son. The next morning, during his weekly visitation, he was shot and killed by his e…
Who Murdered Theresa Insana
Theresa Insana was thriving in Las Vegas—until one night, she vanished. What happened to her remains a mystery.When Theresa Insana decided to move to Las Vegas after college, her family was very happy for her. She was looking forward to bei…
Unraveling the Past - Linda Sue Anderson and Theresa Romano
Two women, two decades-old mysteries, and one powerful tool—DNA. In this episode, we examine how forensic genealogy helped identify Linda Sue Anderson, once an unknown homicide victim, and how new DNA testing finally led to an arrest in the…
No Escape: The Murder of Brittney Lavoll
A young mother of three, Brittney Lavoll, did everything right to escape her abuser—but it wasn’t enough. Her tragic murder sparks urgent questions about domestic violence and gun laws. Plus, the mysterious disappearance of Courtney Lynn To…
Two Cities, Four Murders, One Cause
He had already taken a life—and the system let him walk free. Less than a year after his release, Mark Michael Ford murdered again, leaving two families shattered and a community searching for answers. Domestic violence and intimate partner…
Teen Dating Violence Awareness
Teen dating violence is more common—and more dangerous—than many realize. This week, we explore a shocking Las Vegas case that highlights the deadly consequences of controlling and abusive relationships among teenagers. We talk a lot in the…
A Tangled Web Part 3: The State of Nevada vs Margaret Rudin
Margaret Rudin was known as the Black Widow in the Media, but this week we take a closer look at her trial and everything since.The story of Ron and Margaret Rudin has everything true crime producers and fanatics look for—secret recordings,…
A Tangled Web Part 2: The Investigation
With her husband missing, Margaret Rudin becomes the target of the investigation. A quiet fishing trip on Lake Mohave took a chilling turn when a group of airmen stumbled across something unexpected—a human skull and a diamond bracelet wit…
A Tangled Web Part 1: The Disappearance of Ron Rudin
A 64-year-old wealthy real estate developer vanished a few days before Christmas in 1994, and all the clues pointed in just one direction. Ron Rudin had the true Golden West pioneer spirit. He came to Las Vegas in the late 1950s, and like m…
Stalking in Hollywood
Hollywood loves an obsessive romantic, but what if the romance we’re meant to cheer for is really just stalking in disguise? January is Stalking Awareness Month—a time to shed light on the dangerous realities of stalking and its impact. Joh…
The Murder of Nichole Nick
Nichole Nick had dreams of reuniting with her children—but a violent relationship ended in tragedy. Nichole was a Las Vegas local, a loving mother, sister, and daughter whose family described her as vibrant and full of hope, but behind the …
The Shocking Murder of Gina Martin
An ex-boyfriend’s obsession turned deadly in broad daylight, leaving Gina Martin’s family and community reeling. This case uncovers the terrifying realities of stalking and domestic violence and the tragic loss of a devoted mother. This mon…
The Murder of Reeva Steenkamp
Oscar Pistorius, the 'Blade Runner,' was a national hero—but behind closed doors, his jealousy, abuse, and violence led to the tragic murder of Reeva Steenkamp. This episode examines the chilling events of Valentine’s Day 2013, Reeva’s lega…
Ronald Tammen - A Special Presentation from Already Gone
This week, we have a presentation from the Already Gone Podcast hosted by the awesome Nina Innstead. She recently made an episode about the disappearance of Ronald Tammen. Ronald was only 19 when he disappeared from his Miami University of …
Missing at the Holidays 2024
What if your loved one vanished without a trace? Shaun and John amplify cases of the missing from across the U.S., sharing their stories and ways you can help bring them home.Shaun & John share the disapperances of: Tina Sinclair and her da…
Empowering Language Special Presentation
Today's episode is a special presentation! Shaun participated in a panel at the True Crime and Paranormal Podcast Festival in July 2023 with the lovely people from Navigating Advocacy Whitney and Melissa, along with Haley Grey to talk about…
Terrible Pain - The Murder of Cherllyn Beardall
Cherllyn Beardall was a devoted mother of three, known for her warm heart and dedication to her children, but in July 2020, she vanished without a trace, leaving her family desperate for answers. At first, her boyfriend claimed she’d walked…