Criminal Mischief The Disappearance — and Murder — of Anna Walshe On New Year’s Day, 2023, 39-year-old mother of three Anna Walshe vanished from her Massachusetts home. Her husband said she’d been called away for a sudden work emergency. He said she left early. He said he didn’t know anything more. But as detectives began pulling at loose threads, the story didn’t just unravel — it split wide open. In this episode, we walk through the investigation step by step, guided by the people closest to the case: • police interviews as timelines shift • recorded calls and statements that raise new questions • trial testimony excerpts that reveal what investigators believe happened inside that house We examine the searches, the digital trail, the purchases, and the heartbreaking reality behind the public headlines — while asking the same question investigators asked from the beginning: Where is Anna? And what really happened to her? This episode is unsettling, emotional, and difficult — because it’s about a woman who deserved better, three children left behind, and the ways truth has a way of surfacing… slowly, painfully, and piece by piece. Some content may be disturbing. Listener discretion is advised. 🎧 LISTEN & FOLLOW If you’re enjoying the show, make sure you’re following The Devil’s Ledger and the entire Evio Creative lineup wherever you get your podcasts—The Devil Within, The Ides of April, Criminal Mischief, Taboo Treasures, and more—so you never miss a new episode. ⭐ RATE & REVIEW Ratings and reviews genuinely help independent shows grow. If you have a moment, leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps more than you think, and yes, we read them. 📺 WATCH & SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE You can now watch full video episodes, clips, and exclusives from all Evio Creative shows on our YouTube channel. 👉 Subscribe to Evio Creative on YouTube and turn on notifications so you don’t miss new drops across the network. 📲 FOLLOW ON SOCIAL Follow us on Instagram for updates, visuals, and behind-the-scenes content:     •    @thedevilwithinpod     •    @idesofaprilpod     •    @eviocreative 🌐 VISIT THE NETWORK Explore all of our shows, projects, and upcoming releases at ⁠eviocreative.com⁠ ✉️ GET IN TOUCH Have a story, tip, correction, or something you think we should cover? Email us at ⁠info@eviocreative.com⁠ 🔁 SHARE THE SHOW If you know someone who loves true crime, history, horror, or stories that refuse to let go—share the episode. Word of mouth keeps this network alive. 💼 SPONSORS 🧥 QUINCE Luxury essentials at affordable prices. Free shipping + 365-day returns: ⁠www.QUINCE.com/MISCHIEF⁠ (⁠http://www.quince.com/MISCHIEF⁠) 📱 MINT MOBILE Premium wireless for just $15/month. Switch and get free shipping: ⁠http://www.mintmobil.com/DEVILWITHIN⁠ 🛰️ EXPRESSVPN Protect your data anywhere. Get up to 4 months free: ⁠www.ExpressVPN.com/DEVILWITHIN⁠ (⁠http://www.expressvpn.com/DEVILWITHIN⁠) 🌿 MOOD CBD and THC gummies shipped nationwide. 20% off: ⁠http://www.mood.com/DEVILWITHIN⁠ 🐶 OLLIE DOG FOOD Real, fresh, human-grade meals for your dog. 60% off your first box: ⁠http://www.ollie.com/IDES⁠ 🔥 MONARCH  The only finance app you’ll ever need. For 50% off your first year: ⁠http://www.monarch.com/IDES⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Criminal Mischief The Disappearance — and Murder — of Anna Walshe On New Year’s Day, 2023, 39-year-old mother of three Anna Walshe vanished from her Massachusetts home. Her husband said she’d been called away for a sudden work emergency. He said she left early. He said he didn’t know anything more. But as detectives began pulling at loose threads, the story didn’t just unravel — it split wide open. In this episode, we walk through the investigation step by step, guided by the people closest to the case: • police interviews as timelines shift • recorded calls and statements that raise new questions • trial testimony excerpts that reveal what investigators believe happened inside that house We examine the searches, the digital trail, the purchases, and the heartbreaking reality behind the public headlines — while asking the same question investigators asked from the beginning: Where is Anna? And what really happened to her? This episode is unsettling, emotional, and difficult — because it’s about a woman who deserved better, three children left behind, and the ways truth has a way of surfacing… slowly, painfully, and piece by piece. Some content may be disturbing. Listener discretion is advised. 🎧 LISTEN & FOLLOW If you’re enjoying the show, make sure you’re following The Devil’s Ledger and the entire Evio Creative lineup wherever you get your podcasts—The Devil Within, The Ides of April, Criminal Mischief, Taboo Treasures, and more—so you never miss a new episode. ⭐ RATE & REVIEW Ratings and reviews genuinely help independent shows grow. If you have a moment, leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps more than you think, and yes, we read them. 📺 WATCH & SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE You can now watch full video episodes, clips, and exclusives from all Evio Creative shows on our YouTube channel. 👉 Subscribe to Evio Creative on YouTube and turn on notifications so you don’t miss new drops across the network. 📲 FOLLOW ON SOCIAL Follow us on Instagram for updates, visuals, and behind-the-scenes content:     •    @thedevilwithinpod     •    @idesofaprilpod     •    @eviocreative 🌐 VISIT THE NETWORK Explore all of our shows, projects, and upcoming releases at eviocreative.com ✉️ GET IN TOUCH Have a story, tip, correction, or something you think we should cover? Email us at info@eviocreative.com 🔁 SHARE THE SHOW If you know someone who loves true crime, history, horror, or stories that refuse to let go—share the episode. Word of mouth keeps this network alive. 💼 SPONSORS 🧥 QUINCE Luxury essentials at affordable prices. Free shipping + 365-day returns: www.QUINCE.com/MISCHIEF (http://www.quince.com/MISCHIEF) 📱 MINT MOBILE Premium wireless for just $15/month. Switch and get free shipping: http://www.mintmobil.com/DEVILWITHIN 🛰️ EXPRESSVPN Protect your data anywhere. Get up to 4 months free: www.ExpressVPN.com/DEVILWITHIN (http://www.expressvpn.com/DEVILWITHIN) 🌿 MOOD CBD and THC gummies shipped nationwide. 20% off: http://www.mood.com/DEVILWITHIN 🐶 OLLIE DOG FOOD Real, fresh, human-grade meals for your dog. 60% off your first box: http://www.ollie.com/IDES 🔥 MONARCH  The only finance app you’ll ever need. For 50% off your first year: http://www.monarch.com/IDES Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He was born Henry McCarty. He died Billy the Kid. In this episode of Criminal Mischief, we dig into the life and crimes of one of America’s most infamous outlaws. From his first arrest at age 16 for stealing food, to his role in the bloody Lincoln County War, to his daring escapes and final showdown with Sheriff Pat Garrett — Billy the Kid blurred the line between folk hero and cold-blooded killer. We trace the truth behind the myth: ⚡ What drove him to a life on the run? ⚡ How did the press turn him into a legend? ⚡ And could the Kid’s story have ended differently if not for betrayal? 👂 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. 📩 Got a theory or family story about Billy the Kid? Email us: ⁠info@eviocreative.com⁠ 🎧 Don’t forget to rate, review, and share Criminal Mischief — your support keeps the stories coming. Hashtags: #CriminalMischiefPodcast #BillyTheKid #OldWestOutlaw #TrueCrimePodcast #AmericanOutlaws #WildWestHistory #LegendAndLaw #HistoryPodcast #FolkCriminals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He was born Henry McCarty. He died Billy the Kid. In this episode of Criminal Mischief, we dig into the life and crimes of one of America’s most infamous outlaws. From his first arrest at age 16 for stealing food, to his role in the bloody Lincoln County War, to his daring escapes and final showdown with Sheriff Pat Garrett — Billy the Kid blurred the line between folk hero and cold-blooded killer. We trace the truth behind the myth: ⚡ What drove him to a life on the run? ⚡ How did the press turn him into a legend? ⚡ And could the Kid’s story have ended differently if not for betrayal? 👂 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. 📩 Got a theory or family story about Billy the Kid? Email us: ⁠⁠info@eviocreative.com⁠⁠ 🎧 Don’t forget to rate, review, and share Criminal Mischief — your support keeps the stories coming. Hashtags: #CriminalMischiefPodcast #BillyTheKid #OldWestOutlaw #TrueCrimePodcast #AmericanOutlaws #WildWestHistory #LegendAndLaw #HistoryPodcast #FolkCriminals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎄 A Christmas Interlude: The Velveteen Rabbit Criminal Mischief — Holiday Special This week on Criminal Mischief, Carolyn steps away from murder, mystery, and mischief — just for a moment — to share something quieter, older, and deeply human. In this special Christmas episode, Carolyn reads The Velveteen Rabbit, the timeless story about love, loss, and what it truly means to become real. Written more than a century ago, the story has endured because it speaks to something we all recognize: that being loved leaves marks, and those marks matter. There is no crime in this episode. No investigation. No suspects. Just a story — read slowly, intentionally, and with care — as a small gift to listeners during the holiday season. Whether you’re listening alone, driving at night, wrapping presents, or sharing the moment with someone you love, this episode is meant to be a pause. A breath. A reminder. Because sometimes, the most meaningful stories aren’t about what breaks us — but about what makes us real. 🎁 Merry Christmas from Criminal Mischief. About the Story The Velveteen Rabbit was written by Margery Williams in 1922 and is now in the public domain. Its message — that love transforms us, even when it hurts — remains as powerful today as ever. About Criminal Mischief Criminal Mischief is a true crime podcast hosted by Carolyn Ossorio, exploring the darker corners of human behavior — and, occasionally, stepping back to reflect on why stories matter in the first place. New episodes return after the holidays. 🎧 Listener Notes & Holiday CTAs If this episode moved you, here’s how you can support the show:     •    ⭐ Follow, rate, and review Criminal Mischief wherever you listen — especially on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. It’s the easiest way to help the show grow.     •    📤 Share this episode with someone who could use a quiet moment this season.     •    📩 Email us with your thoughts, holiday reflections, or favorite childhood stories at info@eviocreative.com.     •    🎙️ Be sure to check out other shows from Evio Creative, including The Devil Within, The Ides of April, and Taboo Treasures — wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening, and for being part of this community. 🎄 We’ll see you after the holidays — with more Criminal Mischief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎄 A Christmas Interlude: The Velveteen Rabbit Criminal Mischief — Holiday Special This week on Criminal Mischief, Carolyn steps away from murder, mystery, and mischief — just for a moment — to share something quieter, older, and deeply human. In this special Christmas episode, Carolyn reads The Velveteen Rabbit, the timeless story about love, loss, and what it truly means to become real. Written more than a century ago, the story has endured because it speaks to something we all recognize: that being loved leaves marks, and those marks matter. There is no crime in this episode. No investigation. No suspects. Just a story — read slowly, intentionally, and with care — as a small gift to listeners during the holiday season. Whether you’re listening alone, driving at night, wrapping presents, or sharing the moment with someone you love, this episode is meant to be a pause. A breath. A reminder. Because sometimes, the most meaningful stories aren’t about what breaks us — but about what makes us real. 🎁 Merry Christmas from Criminal Mischief. About the Story The Velveteen Rabbit was written by Margery Williams in 1922 and is now in the public domain. Its message — that love transforms us, even when it hurts — remains as powerful today as ever. About Criminal Mischief Criminal Mischief is a true crime podcast hosted by Carolyn Ossorio, exploring the darker corners of human behavior — and, occasionally, stepping back to reflect on why stories matter in the first place. New episodes return after the holidays. 🎧 Listener Notes & Holiday CTAs If this episode moved you, here’s how you can support the show:     •    ⭐ Follow, rate, and review Criminal Mischief wherever you listen — especially on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. It’s the easiest way to help the show grow.     •    📤 Share this episode with someone who could use a quiet moment this season.     •    📩 Email us with your thoughts, holiday reflections, or favorite childhood stories at info@eviocreative.com.     •    🎙️ Be sure to check out other shows from Evio Creative, including The Devil Within, The Ides of April, and Taboo Treasures — wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening, and for being part of this community. 🎄 We’ll see you after the holidays — with more Criminal Mischief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CRIMINAL MISCHIEF The Road Trip: Obsession, Interrogation, and the Performance of Innocence In this episode of Criminal Mischief, we examine one of the most disturbing and media-saturated murder cases of the 21st century: the killing of Travis Alexander by Jodi Arias.This is not a sensational retelling. It is a close, methodical look at how lies are constructed, how obsession curdles into violence, and how performance becomes strategy when the stakes are life and death.Using archival audio from Arias’s police interrogations and her own trial testimony, we trace the evolution of her story—from denial, to intrusion narratives, to self-defense—and examine how her voice, affect, and language shift as evidence tightens around her. 🔍 IN THIS EPISODE • The RelationshipA volatile, secretive relationship built on control, jealousy, and emotional instability—and the warning signs that went ignored. • The Crime SceneThe brutal killing of Travis Alexander in his Arizona home: the physical evidence, the timeline, and what investigators immediately knew did not add up. • The Interrogation (Audio)We hear Jodi Arias in her own words—calm, cooperative, and eerily detached—as detectives methodically dismantle her early lies. • The Camera & the WitnessHow Arias’s demeanor shifts once she understands she is being watched, recorded, and judged—and how performance becomes part of her defense. • The Trial Testimony (Audio)From tearful recollections to graphic claims of self-defense, Arias takes the stand and attempts to reframe the narrative, moment by moment. • Obsession on TrialWhat the case reveals about narcissism, coercive attachment, and the dangerous overlap between intimacy and entitlement .🎧 FEATURED AUDIOThis episode includes archival interrogation footage audio and courtroom testimony excerpts used for educational and journalistic purposes, providing direct insight into the psychology of the accused. ⚖️ WHY THIS CASE STILL MATTERSThe Jodi Arias case isn’t just about guilt—it’s about how stories are told under pressure, how victims can be eclipsed by spectacle, and how true crime coverage itself can unintentionally reward performance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CRIMINAL MISCHIEF The Road Trip: Obsession, Interrogation, and the Performance of Innocence In this episode of Criminal Mischief, we examine one of the most disturbing and media-saturated murder cases of the 21st century: the killing of Travis Alexander by Jodi Arias.This is not a sensational retelling. It is a close, methodical look at how lies are constructed, how obsession curdles into violence, and how performance becomes strategy when the stakes are life and death.Using archival audio from Arias’s police interrogations and her own trial testimony, we trace the evolution of her story—from denial, to intrusion narratives, to self-defense—and examine how her voice, affect, and language shift as evidence tightens around her. 🔍 IN THIS EPISODE • The RelationshipA volatile, secretive relationship built on control, jealousy, and emotional instability—and the warning signs that went ignored. • The Crime SceneThe brutal killing of Travis Alexander in his Arizona home: the physical evidence, the timeline, and what investigators immediately knew did not add up. • The Interrogation (Audio)We hear Jodi Arias in her own words—calm, cooperative, and eerily detached—as detectives methodically dismantle her early lies. • The Camera & the WitnessHow Arias’s demeanor shifts once she understands she is being watched, recorded, and judged—and how performance becomes part of her defense. • The Trial Testimony (Audio)From tearful recollections to graphic claims of self-defense, Arias takes the stand and attempts to reframe the narrative, moment by moment. • Obsession on TrialWhat the case reveals about narcissism, coercive attachment, and the dangerous overlap between intimacy and entitlement .🎧 FEATURED AUDIOThis episode includes archival interrogation footage audio and courtroom testimony excerpts used for educational and journalistic purposes, providing direct insight into the psychology of the accused. ⚖️ WHY THIS CASE STILL MATTERSThe Jodi Arias case isn’t just about guilt—it’s about how stories are told under pressure, how victims can be eclipsed by spectacle, and how true crime coverage itself can unintentionally reward performance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh off a listening event in Vancouver, Washington, Carolyn and Branden can FINALLY discuss the latest developments in a fast moving case... our friends from Murder in the Rain were gracious enough to host us not hear show to discuss the murders of serial killer Warren Forrest and how the podcast Stolen Voices of Dole Valley could finally deliver the reckoning that he has avoided for more than 50 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Carolyn and Branden sit down with the hosts of the Portland based true crime podcast Murder in the Rain to discuss Stolen Voices of Dole Valley (available wherever you get your podcasts), the gripping 9-part series that chronicles the crimes of Warren Forrest... the serial killer you've ever heard of and the victim stories you'll never forget. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Carolyn and Branden sit down with the hosts of the Portland based true crime podcast Murder in the Rain to discuss Stolen Voices of Dole Valley (available wherever you get your podcasts), the gripping 9-part series that chronicles the crimes of Warren Forrest... the serial killer you've ever heard of and the victim stories you'll never forget. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🔪 CRIMINAL MISCHIEF “A Murder in the Rain x Criminal Mischief Crossover: Stolen Voices of Dole Valley” This week on Criminal Mischief, we’re doing something special. Our friends from the Portland-based true-crime podcast Murder in the Rain have been investigating a case that’s painfully close to home for us: the story at the center of Stolen Voices of Dole Valley, the narrative series Carolyn Ossorio and I created for the Lemonada Network about the crimes of Warren Forrest and the decades-long fight for answers. As part of their two-episode deep dive into the case, Murder in the Rain invited Carolyn to join them for a conversation about:     •    the missing girls of Dole Valley,     •    the investigative breakthroughs that have emerged in just the last few months,     •    the emotional toll of reporting on survivors and families,     •    and the terrifying scope of Warren Forrest’s crimes — many of which are still unfolding in real time. Today, we’re dropping their episode right into our feed. If you’ve listened to Stolen Voices of Dole Valley, this will give you brand-new angles and context — including updated developments Carolyn and I have never discussed on air. If you’re new to the case, this is an unflinching look at a predator who hid in plain sight for decades, the victims who were denied justice, and the investigators who refused to give up. 🎧 About Murder in the Rain Based in the Pacific Northwest, Murder in the Rain is one of the region’s sharpest and most empathetic investigative true crime shows — combining deep research, survivor-first reporting, and a strong commitment to changing how these cases are discussed. Their two-part series on the Dole Valley case is one of their best. We’re honored to share it here. 🔄 Where to Go From Here When you're done listening:     •    Check out Murder in the Rain wherever you get your podcasts     •    Listen to the full Stolen Voices of Dole Valley series on the Lemonada Network     •    Follow Carolyn Ossorio for updates on the ongoing investigation 💼 SPONSORS 🧥 QUINCE Luxury essentials at affordable prices. Free shipping + 365-day returns:http://www.QUINCE.com/MISCHIEF 📱 MINT MOBILE Premium wireless for just $15/month. Switch and get free shipping: http://www.mintmobil.com/DEVILWITHIN 🛰️ EXPRESSVPN Protect your data & unlock global content. Get 3 months free: http://www.ExpressVPN.com/DEVILWITHIN 🌿 MOOD Premium THC-free gummies & botanicals delivered discreetly. 20% off: http://www.mood.com/DEVILWITHIN 🐶 OLLIE DOG FOOD Real, fresh, human-grade meals for your dog. 50% off your first box: http://www.ollie.com/IDES 🔥 MONARCH MONEY The only finance app Branden actually uses. Extended 30-day free trial: http://www.monarch.com/IDES Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

RIPPED FROM THE HEADLINES: The Karen Read Lawsuit After two high-profile trials, Karen Read was found not guilty in the death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O’Keefe. Now she’s filed a 46-page lawsuit detailing what she believes really happened that night — and her claims are explosive:     •    Allegations of a coordinated cover-up     •    Possible conspiracy among local officials     •    Evidence she says was manipulated — or ignored     •    And a narrative that challenges everything the public thought they knew Carolyn breaks down the lawsuit, piece by piece, with her trademark clarity and investigative precision. If you’ve been following this story… you don’t want to miss this episode. 💬 SPONSOR LINKS     •    Quince — luxe essentials 👉 ⁠quince.com/MISCHIEF⁠     •    Mint Mobile — wireless for $15/month 👉 ⁠mintmobile.com/DEVILWITHIN⁠     •    ExpressVPN — secure your data everywhere 👉 ⁠expressvpn.com/DEVILWITHIN⁠     •    MOOD — legal THC & CBD 👉 ⁠mood.com/DEVILWITHIN⁠     •    Monarch Money — smarter finances 👉 ⁠monarch.com/IDES⁠     •    Ollie — human-grade dog food 👉 ⁠ollie.com/IDES⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

RIPPED FROM THE HEADLINES: The Karen Read Lawsuit After two high-profile trials, Karen Read was found not guilty in the death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O’Keefe. Now she’s filed a 46-page lawsuit detailing what she believes really happened that night — and her claims are explosive:     •    Allegations of a coordinated cover-up     •    Possible conspiracy among local officials     •    Evidence she says was manipulated — or ignored     •    And a narrative that challenges everything the public thought they knew Carolyn breaks down the lawsuit, piece by piece, with her trademark clarity and investigative precision. If you’ve been following this story… you don’t want to miss this episode. 💬 SPONSOR LINKS     •    Quince — luxe essentials 👉 quince.com/MISCHIEF     •    Mint Mobile — wireless for $15/month 👉 mintmobile.com/DEVILWITHIN     •    ExpressVPN — secure your data everywhere 👉 expressvpn.com/DEVILWITHIN     •    MOOD — legal THC & CBD 👉 mood.com/DEVILWITHIN     •    Monarch Money — smarter finances 👉 monarch.com/IDES     •    Ollie — human-grade dog food 👉 ollie.com/IDES Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🔎 CRIMINAL MISCHIEF — “THE VANISHING: THE UNSOLVED MURDER OF LINDSEY BAUM” Carolyn Ossorio revisits one of the cases that haunts her the most: the disappearance and murder of 10-year-old Lindsey Baum from McCleary, Washington. Her remains were found years later — but the case is still unsolved. This week’s episode revisits: • The original search effort • Interviews that still gnaw at investigators • The emotional temperature of the town as the years dragged on • The evidence that should have led somewhere but didn’t• And why this case remains one of the Pacific Northwest’s most heartbreaking mysteries Carolyn is hoping this renewed attention sparks movement — or memory. If you or someone you know has new information, no matter how small: 👉 Email: info@eviocreative.com Cold cases move when people speak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🔎 CRIMINAL MISCHIEF — “THE VANISHING: THE UNSOLVED MURDER OF LINDSEY BAUM” Carolyn Ossorio revisits one of the cases that haunts her the most: the disappearance and murder of 10-year-old Lindsey Baum from McCleary, Washington. Her remains were found years later — but the case is still unsolved. This week’s episode revisits: • The original search effort • Interviews that still gnaw at investigators • The emotional temperature of the town as the years dragged on • The evidence that should have led somewhere but didn’t• And why this case remains one of the Pacific Northwest’s most heartbreaking mysteries Carolyn is hoping this renewed attention sparks movement — or memory. If you or someone you know has new information, no matter how small: 👉 Email: ⁠info@eviocreative.com⁠ Cold cases move when people speak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🔥 CRIMINAL MISCHIEF 🕵️‍♂️ AT LAST... The Arrest of Mark Anthony Russ: Justice for Tanya Frazier 🎙️ Guest: Retired Homicide Detective Cloyd Steiger Twenty-six years ago, thirteen-year-old Tanya Frazier vanished on her walk home in Seattle’s Rainier Valley. The next morning, her body was discovered in a wooded ravine, and the case quickly became one of the region’s most agonizing unsolved murders. Leads failed, suspects drifted into dead ends, and the investigation went cold while the community carried the weight of an unanswered crime. Last week, the story changed. Detectives arrested Mark Anthony Russ after modern forensic testing revealed a link that never existed in 1997. This is the kind of break investigators dream of: science catching up to violence. In this episode of Criminal Mischief, Branden Morgan sits down with retired homicide detective Cloyd Steiger. He spent decades inside interrogation rooms and crime scenes, and he understands exactly how cases like Tanya’s finally crack open. Steiger explains the role of forensic innovation, why some killers slip through for so long, and how investigators prepare for the moment a cold case suddenly heats back up. This is the story of a heartbreaking crime, a forensic breakthrough, and a long-awaited step toward justice. 🎧 CALL TO ACTION If this episode hit you, follow Criminal Mischief on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Rate the show, leave a review, and help others find it. More episodes and full series at ⁠eviocreative.com⁠. Follow us on Instagram: @eviocreative 💼 SPONSORS 🧵 Quince Luxury essentials at honest prices. Visit ⁠quince.com/MISCHIEF⁠ for free shipping and 365-day returns. 📱 Mint Mobile Premium wireless for fifteen dollars a month. Go to ⁠mintmobile.com/DEVILWITHIN⁠ to cut your bill today. 🔐 ExpressVPN Protect your data with one click. Visit ⁠expressvpn.com/DEVILWITHIN⁠ for three months free. 🌿 MOOD Legal THC and CBD delivered to your door. Visit ⁠mood.com⁠ and use code DEVILWITHIN for discounted gummies. 🎬 CREDITS Criminal Mischief is an Evio Creative production. Hosted by Carolyn Ossorio. Guest: Cloyd Steiger. Produced by Branden Morgan. Executive produced by Branden Morgan for Evio Creative. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🔥 CRIMINAL MISCHIEF 🕵️‍♂️ AT LAST... The Arrest of Mark Anthony Russ: Justice for Tanya Frazier 🎙️ Guest: Retired Homicide Detective Cloyd Steiger Twenty-six years ago, thirteen-year-old Tanya Frazier vanished on her walk home in Seattle’s Rainier Valley. The next morning, her body was discovered in a wooded ravine, and the case quickly became one of the region’s most agonizing unsolved murders. Leads failed, suspects drifted into dead ends, and the investigation went cold while the community carried the weight of an unanswered crime. Last week, the story changed. Detectives arrested Mark Anthony Russ after modern forensic testing revealed a link that never existed in 1997. This is the kind of break investigators dream of: science catching up to violence. In this episode of Criminal Mischief, Branden Morgan sits down with retired homicide detective Cloyd Steiger. He spent decades inside interrogation rooms and crime scenes, and he understands exactly how cases like Tanya’s finally crack open. Steiger explains the role of forensic innovation, why some killers slip through for so long, and how investigators prepare for the moment a cold case suddenly heats back up. This is the story of a heartbreaking crime, a forensic breakthrough, and a long-awaited step toward justice. 🎧 CALL TO ACTION If this episode hit you, follow Criminal Mischief on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Rate the show, leave a review, and help others find it. More episodes and full series at eviocreative.com. Follow us on Instagram: @eviocreative 💼 SPONSORS 🧵 Quince Luxury essentials at honest prices. Visit quince.com/MISCHIEF for free shipping and 365-day returns. 📱 Mint Mobile Premium wireless for fifteen dollars a month. Go to mintmobile.com/DEVILWITHIN to cut your bill today. 🔐 ExpressVPN Protect your data with one click. Visit expressvpn.com/DEVILWITHIN for three months free. 🌿 MOOD Legal THC and CBD delivered to your door. Visit mood.com and use code DEVILWITHIN for discounted gummies. 🎬 CREDITS Criminal Mischief is an Evio Creative production. Hosted by Carolyn Ossorio. Guest: Cloyd Steiger. Produced by Branden Morgan. Executive produced by Branden Morgan for Evio Creative. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🔪 Criminal Mischief “Fear & Fire: The Byron Smith Case” Home is supposed to be the one place where the world can’t reach us — where we sleep, breathe, and live without fear. But what happens when that sanctuary is violated? And what happens after the fear curdles into something else? This week on Criminal Mischief, Carolyn Ossorio breaks down the chilling case of Byron Smith, a Minnesota homeowner who claimed his house had become a hunting ground for burglars… and that he was simply defending what mattered most. Smith said thieves had robbed him not just of valuables, but of peace — that he lived in constant dread, waiting for another shadow on the stairs, another shattered window, another invasion. So when two intruders entered his basement on Thanksgiving Day, Smith didn’t flee. He didn’t call ⁠911⁠. He waited — armed, recording, and ready. What followed would leave a community divided, a jury horrified, and America asking where the line lies between self-defense and premeditated vengeance. Was this a man pushed to the brink by repeated victimization? Or a calculating killer who used fear as justification for an ambush? The answers — and the tape — tell a story far darker than a simple burglary gone wrong. 🎧 Listen now For reporting that respects victims, examines motive, and never looks away from the truth — even when it’s unsettling. 🕯️ From the Evio Creative Network     •    The Devil Within — possession, obsession, and true crime in the shadows     •    The Devil’s Ledger — the strangest story you’ll hear this week     •    The Ides of April — immersive historical storytelling by candlelight     •    Taboo Treasures — forbidden history & cultural archaeology Follow: @eviocreative • @thedevilwithinpod 🛠️ Sponsor Support Support the partners who keep investigative storytelling alive:     •    Quince — elevated essentials without luxury mark-ups 👉 ⁠quince.com/MISCHIEF⁠ for free shipping & 365-day returns     •    Mint Mobile — premium wireless for just $15/month 👉 ⁠mintmobile.com/DEVILWITHIN⁠     •    ExpressVPN — protect your data and browse privately 👉 ⁠expressvpn.com/DEVILWITHIN⁠ for up to four months free     •    MOOD — legal THC & CBD shipped straight to your door 👉 ⁠mood.com/DEVILWITHIN⁠ for 20% off your first order     •    Ollie Dog Food — fresh, human-grade nutrition for your dog 👉 ⁠ollie.com/IDES⁠ for 60% off your first box     •    Monarch — the most powerful personal finance app 👉 ⁠monarch.com/IDES⁠ for 50% off your first year 📢 Rate & Review If you appreciate thoughtful true crime that centers humanity over hype, leave a rating and review — it helps more listeners discover Criminal Mischief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🔪 Criminal Mischief “Fear & Fire: The Byron Smith Case” Home is supposed to be the one place where the world can’t reach us — where we sleep, breathe, and live without fear. But what happens when that sanctuary is violated? And what happens after the fear curdles into something else? This week on Criminal Mischief, Carolyn Ossorio breaks down the chilling case of Byron Smith, a Minnesota homeowner who claimed his house had become a hunting ground for burglars… and that he was simply defending what mattered most. Smith said thieves had robbed him not just of valuables, but of peace — that he lived in constant dread, waiting for another shadow on the stairs, another shattered window, another invasion. So when two intruders entered his basement on Thanksgiving Day, Smith didn’t flee. He didn’t call 911. He waited — armed, recording, and ready. What followed would leave a community divided, a jury horrified, and America asking where the line lies between self-defense and premeditated vengeance. Was this a man pushed to the brink by repeated victimization? Or a calculating killer who used fear as justification for an ambush? The answers — and the tape — tell a story far darker than a simple burglary gone wrong. 🎧 Listen now For reporting that respects victims, examines motive, and never looks away from the truth — even when it’s unsettling. 🕯️ From the Evio Creative Network     •    The Devil Within — possession, obsession, and true crime in the shadows     •    The Devil’s Ledger — the strangest story you’ll hear this week     •    The Ides of April — immersive historical storytelling by candlelight     •    Taboo Treasures — forbidden history & cultural archaeology Follow: @eviocreative • @thedevilwithinpod 🛠️ Sponsor Support Support the partners who keep investigative storytelling alive:     •    Quince — elevated essentials without luxury mark-ups 👉 quince.com/MISCHIEF for free shipping & 365-day returns     •    Mint Mobile — premium wireless for just $15/month 👉 mintmobile.com/DEVILWITHIN     •    ExpressVPN — protect your data and browse privately 👉 expressvpn.com/DEVILWITHIN for up to four months free     •    MOOD — legal THC & CBD shipped straight to your door 👉 mood.com/DEVILWITHIN for 20% off your first order     •    Ollie Dog Food — fresh, human-grade nutrition for your dog 👉 ollie.com/IDES for 60% off your first box     •    Monarch — the most powerful personal finance app 👉 monarch.com/IDES for 50% off your first year 📢 Rate & Review If you appreciate thoughtful true crime that centers humanity over hype, leave a rating and review — it helps more listeners discover Criminal Mischief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices