Death X Southwest: True Crime

• Episode 105: A Failed System - The Murder of Lauren McCluskey

  She was smart, talented, beautiful—and just weeks away from graduation. Lauren McCluskey was a star track athlete at the University of Utah, beloved by everyone who knew her. But when she fell for a man who seemed too good to be true… it turned out he was. He wasn’t who he said he was.He was hiding a criminal past.And when Lauren uncovered the truth and begged for help—No one listened. This is the horrifying story of a young woman who did everything right... and still wasn’t saved. xoxo,  Margot 💀✨😘 Donate to the Lauren McCluskey Foundation: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/laurenmccluskeyfoundation  Come for the true crime, stick around for the life updates, and—of course—enjoy the chaos🌵🩷 Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media @DeathXSouthwest for all the behind-the-scenes fun. My AMAZING therapist’s IG (bc we can all benefit from a little therapy!): @wholeselflindsay (Lindsay Christianson) Want more DXSW? Leave us a voicemail: 520-302-5253 Email us: [email protected]  Official DXSW Website  Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Shop My Amazon Faves  Try Our Patreon - bonus content and more! All Links Click Here! If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264 National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) Crisis Text Line: Within the US, text HOME to 741741 Follow DXSW | @deathxsouthwest: Instagram TikTok Twitter Facebook DXSW is: Hosted, Executive Produced, & Audio Edited by Margot Carmichael Music from Soundstripe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• DXSW MINI: True Crime Headlines | Wk. 4/28 | BONUS

  On today's True Crime Headlines episode, we're diving into three wild, tragic, and bizarre stories you have to hear to believe: FORBIDDEN LOVE + FURRIES MURDER: A chilling 911 call, a teenage girl immersed in an online furry subculture, and a brutal triple murder that shook a quiet Californian suburb. Join me as I unravel the sinister web of manipulation, obsession, and tragedy behind the murders of Jennifer and Christopher Yost and their friend, Arthur "Buddy" Boucher. MORTUARY OF HORRORS: In Austin, Texas, a mortuary worker took "morbid curiosity" to a whole new level—mishandling bodies and creating chaos in a story that's as disturbing as it is bizarre. Trust me, you won’t forget this one anytime soon. DEATH IN TENERIFE:Jay Slater, a young British traveler, vanished into thin air during a night out in Tenerife, sparking a storm of theories and speculation. After weeks of mystery, Jay’s body was tragically discovered in a remote ravine. I'll take you through the twists, turns, and heartbreaking truths surrounding his disappearance. But first, you'll get a full 15-minute story on my backyard rat colony, The Melvins. And stick around till the end, where I share some of my latest favorite TV recommendations that you absolutely need in your life. So grab a drink, get comfy, and let's dive into another episode of Death X Southwest: True Crime Headlines. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review! xoxo,  Margot 💀✨😘 Come for the true crime, stick around for the life updates, and—of course—enjoy the chaos🌵🩷 Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media @DeathXSouthwest for all the behind-the-scenes fun. My AMAZING therapist’s IG (bc we can all benefit from a little therapy!): @wholeselflindsay (Lindsay Christianson) Want more DXSW? Leave us a voicemail: 520-302-5253 Email us: [email protected]  Official DXSW Website  Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Shop My Amazon Faves  Try Our Patreon - bonus content and more! All Links Click Here! If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264 National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) Crisis Text Line: Within the US, text HOME to 741741 Follow DXSW | @deathxsouthwest: Instagram TikTok Twitter Facebook DXSW is: Hosted, Executive Produced, & Audio Edited by Margot Carmichael Music from Soundstripe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• EPISODE 104: The Vanishing of Caitlyn Case

  In August of 2022, 33-year-old Caitlyn Case packed up her newly purchased SUV and hit the road — driving solo from her hometown in Louisiana to start a fresh chapter in Colorado. She was hopeful, connected, and checking in with family every step of the way… until suddenly, she wasn’t. Hours into the trip, Caitlyn called her father — lost, disoriented, and struggling with faulty GPS and dead zones in rural Texas. Then her phone went dark. Days later, her vehicle was found teetering at the edge of a 75-foot cliff, deep in the woods of Oklahoma — a state she never should have entered. Caitlyn was gone. What followed was a baffling investigation full of wrong turns, mysterious sightings, missing 911 calls, and the chilling suspicion that someone else was in the driver’s seat. This is the story of a road trip that spiraled into a haunting mystery — one that her family is still trying to solve. This is the story of Caitlyn Case. xoxo,  Margot 💀✨😘 Come for the true crime, stick around for the life updates, and—of course—enjoy the chaos🌵🩷 Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media @DeathXSouthwest for all the behind-the-scenes fun. My AMAZING therapist’s IG (bc we can all benefit from a little therapy!): @wholeselflindsay (Lindsay Christianson) Want more DXSW? Leave us a voicemail: 520-302-5253 Email us: [email protected]  Official DXSW Website  Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Shop My Amazon Faves  Try Our Patreon - bonus content and more! All Links Click Here! If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264 National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) Crisis Text Line: Within the US, text HOME to 741741 Follow DXSW | @deathxsouthwest: Instagram TikTok Twitter Facebook DXSW is: Hosted, Executive Produced, & Audio Edited by Margot Carmichael Music from Soundstripe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• DXSW MINI: True Crime Headlines | Wk. 4/21 | BONUS

  Today on DXSW Mini: True Crime Headlines, we’re racing through four jaw-dropping stories from around the globe—because who has time for hour-long deep dives when the headlines hit this hard? Paddle to Freedom...or Not A Wisconsin dad faked his own kayak death, hopped a flight overseas, and just landed back on U.S. soil—only to be slapped with obstruction charges. Spoiler: That disappearing act didn’t end well. Spring Break Nightmare What was supposed to be sun, sand, and mojitos turned into tragedy in the Dominican Republic. Tennessee’s Twisted Alibi A backwoods murder took an even darker turn when the suspect tried to erase all evidence—in the weirdest way. Yoga Pose to Cold Case In Phoenix, a beloved yoga instructor vanished without a trace—only to be found dead under circumstances so murky you’ll question every downward dog you’ve ever done. Tune in for lightning-fast rundowns, gritty facts, and just enough suspense to keep you hooked!! Hit play now and let’s get into it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• EPISODE 103: The Murder of Kiera Bergman

  19-year-old Kiera Bergman had dreams of becoming a cosmetologist and a heart full of compassion. But after falling for the wrong guy, her life took a dark and sudden turn. When she vanished from her Arizona apartment in the summer of 2018, her loved ones knew something was off. What followed was a maze of manipulation, red flags, and a deeply flawed investigation. In this gripping episode of Death X Southwest, we dig into Kiera’s final days, the man at the center of the mystery, and the staggering twists that left a family shattered—and a case full of unanswered questions. Was this just a tragic breakup gone wrong? Or something far more sinister? This is the case of Kiera Bergman. xoxo,  Margot 💀✨😘 Come for the true crime, stick around for the life updates, and—of course—enjoy the chaos🌵🩷 Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media @DeathXSouthwest for all the behind-the-scenes fun. My AMAZING therapist’s IG (bc we can all benefit from a little therapy!): @wholeselflindsay (Lindsay Christianson) Want more DXSW? Leave us a voicemail: 520-302-5253 Email us: [email protected]  Official DXSW Website  Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Shop My Amazon Faves  Try Our Patreon - bonus content and more! All Links Click Here! If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264 National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) Crisis Text Line: Within the US, text HOME to 741741 Follow DXSW | @deathxsouthwest: Instagram TikTok Twitter Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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