Echoes from Salem: A Study of Witch Hunts and Mass Hysteria // Ep. 13 Part 1 of 2

Could the violent struggles of a young girl in Colombia sow the seeds for one of the most fearsome empires in criminal history? Griselda Blanco was a woman who would stop at nothing to claim power and instill fear.

Feel the tension mount as we trace Griselda's footsteps from the violent streets of Colombia to the drug-laden avenues of New York and Miami, illuminating her ascent to narco royalty.  Throughout the United States in the 1970s and 1980s she outmaneuvered rivals and law enforcement alike.

 Join me for an intimate examination of a woman whose life was a complex web of ambition, murder, and legacy—an iron-fisted reign that transformed the landscape of the international drug trade forever. This is not just another true crime story; it's an unflinching portrait of a queen in a world ruled by kings.

So, what is a headlines episode? This is something I’ve been wanting to do for a while- since I release new episodes each Wednesdays, a Headlines mini episode will be released... whenever.
I’ll be recording them when there are some major headlines in the true crime circuit. Some stories may be cases I’ve already covered and they’ll be updates, and some will be trending headlines. 

Let’s go!

Today's Updates:
Long Island Serial Killer 
Elijah McClain Case

Headlines:
Gypsy Rose Blanchard
Idaho University Murder Victims

Love you!
Jules

Have you ever laid awake at night, pondering the fate of someone you once knew who just vanished into thin air? The perplexing disappearance of Keith Robertson, a 26-year-old from Texas, holds a narrative rife with unanswered questions and a mother's unwavering resolve. 

As Sharmon, Keith's relentless mother, navigates the thorny path of searching for her son, we walk alongside her, sharing in the frustration and heartbreak. Imagine knocking on countless doors, piecing together a son's last movements, while grappling with the legal complexities slowing down the search. We explore the influence of Keith's legal issues, his father Bubba's bewildering behavior, and the potential impact of personal struggles on his disappearance. Each twist in this tale beckons us to consider the darker corners of a life interrupted, where every lead begs more questions than it answers.

The community's role in rallying together for those gone missing, regardless of their past, is a powerful testament to our shared humanity. In our conversation, we amplify Sharmon's impassioned plea for a united front in the search for the lost. Through her eyes, we see the value of every individual, and her message resonates as a poignant reminder of our societal duty. This episode isn't just a recount of a tragic mystery; it's a call to action, urging us to uphold the belief that every person, including Keith, deserves to be found and remembered.


Xoxo Jules & Jo

WHERE IS KEITH ROBERSON?

Part 1 of 2




You deserve to be found.

PART 3 OF 3

On August 24th, 2019, a healthy 23 year old 5’6” and 140 pound African American man just starting his adult life named  Elijah McClain was apprehended and detained by police in Aurora, Colorado after a phone call was made to police by a concerned community member about a man walking on the street while looking suspicious wearing a ski mask. 

And it’s just days later when Elijah McClain is declared dead.

This is the controversial case of the alleged wrongful death of Elijah McClain- and how this case forced law enforcement to review their protocols and policies to prevent subsequent deaths- and how the court system acknowledged that there was enough evidence in the wrongful handling of Elijah McClain to bring the first responders to court on charges of criminal manslaughter.

(Jules hosts Episode 15 in 3 parts)

Thank you for being here and for joining us in tough conversations so we can learn and grow as a community. 

You are loved. 

xox

Hi everybody- it’s Jules from the weekly true crime podcast True Crime and Headlines with Jules and Jo. I wanted to remind our listeners that we have a new podcast coming out in 2024- Missing in Huish Town. Season One will dive deep into the 2004 disappearance of young mother Jennifer Wix and her 2 year old toddler daughter Adrianna Wix from the small historic town of Cross Plains, Tennessee.  Small towns talk in whispers, and we’re here to put pressure on those who know to come forward and help us bring the Wix girls home. 

It’s been 20 years. Where are Jennifer and Adrianna Wix? Do you know? We won’t stop until we do.


Coming 2024, Missing in Hush Town: The entire first Season 1- Everywhere you get podcasts

PART 2 OF 3

On August 24th, 2019, a healthy 23 year old 5’6” and 140 pound African American man just starting his adult life named  Elijah McClain was apprehended and detained by police in Aurora, Colorado after a phone call was made to police by a concerned community member about a man walking on the street while looking suspicious wearing a ski mask. 

And it’s just days later when Elijah McClain is declared dead.

This is the controversial case of the alleged wrongful death of Elijah McClain- and how this case forced law enforcement to review their protocols and policies to prevent subsequent deaths- and how the court system acknowledged that there was enough evidence in the wrongful handling of Elijah McClain to bring the first responders to court on charges of criminal manslaughter.

(Jules hosts Episode 15 in 3 parts)

Thank you for being here and for joining us in tough conversations so we can learn and grow as a community. 

You are loved. 

xox

On August 24th, 2019, a healthy 23 year old 5’6” and 140 pound African American man just starting his adult life named  Elijah McClain was apprehended and detained by police in Aurora, Colorado after a phone call was made to police by a concerned community member about a man walking on the street while looking suspicious wearing a ski mask. 

And it’s just days later when Elijah McClain is declared dead.

This is the controversial case of the alleged wrongful death of Elijah McClain- and how this case forced law enforcement to review their protocols and policies to prevent subsequent deaths- and how the court system acknowledged that there was enough evidence in the wrongful handling of Elijah McClain to bring the first responders to court on charges of criminal manslaughter.

(Jules hosts Episode 15 in 3 parts)

Thank you for being here and for joining us in tough conversations so we can learn and grow as a community. 

You are loved. 

xox

Here we go- as promised in our Bell Witch episode- a....BONUS! This is NOT a true crime case. It's Jules andJo chatting about Jo's experiences with what she believes was a type of entity growing up. 
Jules is a bit more of a skeptic....join us and let us know what YOU think! 
We love you! 
We try to limit the off-case banter in our case episodes, so this was a little extra extra so those who wanted a casual best friend chat can come back, but those who prefer to stay strictly business can skip. :)

Xox Jules & Jo
You deserve to be found & your butt looks great.