Long Island Serial Killer Part 3

Julie Williams

Jun 29, 20261h 0mSummary

In this episode of True Crime All the Time, hosts Mike Ferguson and Mike Gibson delve into the tragic 1986 death of Julie Williams, a case that highlights the terrifying reality of domestic malice spilling into the workplace. Julie, a mother who had recently relocated to Arizona for a fresh start, was a dedicated employee at an insurance firm. Her life was cut short when she drank poisoned water from an office cooler, a senseless tragedy that left her coworkers and family devastated. The hosts explore the investigation that followed, which quickly shifted toward Diane Harry, a coworker who had fallen ill days earlier after drinking from the same cooler. Suspicion eventually landed on Diane’s husband, Lewis Allen Harry Jr. As the investigation unfolded, authorities uncovered evidence of a calculated plot, including the discovery of cyanide in the couple’s home. The episode examines the defense’s claims, the confusion surrounding the type of cyanide used, and the chilling motive uncovered by prosecutors involving an affair and life insurance policies. The discussion captures the eerie nature of the crime and the profound impact on those caught in its wake.

John Davis

Jun 25, 202659 minSummary

In this episode of True Crime All the Time, hosts Mike Ferguson and Mike Gibson delve into the mysterious 2001 murder of John Davis, a night manager at a David’s Bridal warehouse in the Philadelphia area. Davis was found shot to death inside his own vehicle, which was still running in the company parking lot. While initial appearances suggested a robbery, the fact that Davis’s cash remained untouched led investigators to look closely at his personal life and relationships. The hosts explore the various people in Davis’s circle, including his girlfriend, his ex-wife, and a former coworker named Verneell Jones, who had contacted Davis shortly before his death. The investigation takes a shocking turn when detectives uncover a pattern of volatile behavior surrounding Jones, including a past incident where she allegedly shot another romantic partner. The episode highlights the complex web of secrets, jealousy, and hidden motives that investigators had to untangle to solve the case. Ferguson and Gibson provide their signature commentary on the suspects’ alibis, the nature of the crime, and the strange circumstances that ultimately led authorities to the truth behind John Davis’s untimely death.

Janet Abaroa

Jun 22, 20261h 5mSummary

In this episode of True Crime All the Time, hosts Mike Ferguson and Mike Gibson delve into the tragic 2005 murder of Janet Abaroa. Janet, a young woman from a devoted LDS family, was found stabbed to death in her Durham, North Carolina home. The investigation immediately cast suspicion on her husband, Raven Abaroa, though it would take several years to build a case against him. The hosts discuss the troubling circumstances surrounding the murder, noting that there were no signs of forced entry and that valuable items, such as jewelry, remained untouched while a laptop and a hunting knife went missing. Throughout the episode, the conversation highlights the hosts' analysis of Raven’s contradictory statements, his history of infidelity, financial dishonesty, and his later pattern of abusive behavior toward his second wife, Vanessa Pond. Key insights include the significance of physical evidence—such as contact lenses left in the victim's eyes—which contradicted the timeline Raven provided to police. The episode also explores the difficulties of building a case based on circumstantial evidence and the impact of domestic testimony on the judicial process, ultimately leading to Raven’s eventual arrest and trial.

Arlis Perry

Jun 18, 202651 minSummary

In this episode of True Crime All the Time, hosts Mike Ferguson and Mike Gibson delve into the chilling 1974 murder of Arlis Perry, a nineteen-year-old newlywed killed on the Stanford University campus. After a brief argument with her husband, Bruce, Arlis sought solace at the Stanford Memorial Church. Her body was later discovered by campus security guard Stephen Crawford, who found her in a gruesome scene near the altar, sexually assaulted and marked by ritualistic elements. The hosts discuss the investigation's early hurdles, noting the limitations of forensic technology at the time. Despite numerous leads, including theories involving satanic cults and serial killers like David Berkowitz and Ted Bundy, the case remained cold for over four decades. The discussion highlights the suspicion surrounding Crawford, who refused to provide a DNA sample or take a polygraph test during the initial investigation. Ultimately, the hosts explore how advancements in DNA technology led to a breakthrough in 2018, finally identifying Crawford as the perpetrator, who took his own life as authorities closed in. The episode emphasizes the lingering impact of such brutal crimes and the profound significance of modern forensic breakthroughs in achieving justice.

Joel Guy Jr.

Jun 15, 20261h 3mSummary

In this archival episode of True Crime All The Time, hosts Mike Ferguson and Mike Gibson revisit the chilling case of Joel Guy Jr., a brutal crime that took place in Tennessee during the 2016 Thanksgiving holiday. The hosts detail the life of Joel Guy Jr., a 28-year-old who had spent nearly a decade bouncing between various colleges while relying entirely on his parents, Joel Sr. and Lisa, for financial support. The episode explores the mounting tensions within the family, particularly after the parents decided to retire and finally cut off their son’s financial dependence. What was meant to be a final, celebratory Thanksgiving in the family home turned into a gruesome crime scene. Ferguson and Gibson walk listeners through the discovery of the murders after Lisa failed to show up for work, leading investigators to uncover a scene involving dismemberment and an attempt to destroy evidence using household chemicals. The hosts discuss the shocking nature of the investigation, the overwhelming forensic evidence, and the legal proceedings that followed, providing a stark look at how family conflicts can escalate into incomprehensible violence.

Aaron Goodwin

Jun 11, 202646 minSummary

In this episode of True Crime All the Time, hosts Mike Ferguson and Mike Gibson delve into the chilling murder-for-hire plot involving Aaron Goodwin, the cameraman and paranormal investigator from the popular series Ghost Adventures. The discussion highlights the shocking betrayal by Goodwin’s wife, Victoria, who initiated a clandestine relationship with Gant Amato—a convicted murderer serving a life sentence in a Florida prison—while Goodwin was away filming. The hosts explore the disturbing ease with which Victoria and Amato communicated via a contraband cellphone smuggled into the prison. The conversation covers the couple's seemingly idyllic public persona, contrasting it with the reality of Victoria’s secret messages where she coordinated plans and payment for a hitman to end her husband's life. The episode also touches on the hosts' recurring fascination with the "murder-for-hire" phenomenon, the complexities of digital evidence in modern criminal investigations, and the bizarre nature of criminal relationships formed behind bars. Ultimately, the case concludes with Victoria’s arrest and subsequent plea deal, leaving the hosts to reflect on the fragility of trust and the extreme measures taken by individuals driven by desperation and greed.

Kacie Woody

Jun 8, 20261h 6mSummary

The True Crime All The Time podcast episode covering the case of Kacie Woody delves into the tragic abduction and murder of the thirteen-year-old in December 2002. Hosts Mike Ferguson and Mike Gibson recount how Kacie, a bright and empathetic student living in rural Arkansas, was targeted by an adult predator posing as a teenager in online chat rooms. The hosts provide background on Kacie’s upbringing, noting the profound impact of her mother’s accidental death when Kacie was seven. This loss fostered a sense of independence and maturity in her, yet her sheltered, trusting nature—combined with the relative anonymity of early internet chat culture—left her vulnerable to deception. The episode highlights the chilling progression of the predator’s manipulation, including how he attempted to alienate her from real-life friends. The narrative captures the terrifying final moments of Kacie’s life, as she was abducted while messaging a friend, and follows the frantic reaction of her loved ones as they realized she had been taken from her home. This episode serves as a sobering examination of early online safety and the devastating consequences of calculated predatory behavior.

Long Island Serial Killer Part 4

Jun 4, 202658 minSummary

In this fourth installment of the True Crime All the Time series on the Long Island Serial Killer, hosts Mike Ferguson and Mike Gibson delve into the mounting evidence against Rex Heuermann. The episode examines new developments, including the identification of additional victims and the chilling discovery of a digital blueprint for murder found on one of Heuermann’s electronic devices. The hosts discuss the specific, methodical nature of the documents recovered, which included detailed sections on body preparation, supply lists, and lessons learned from past crimes, such as the use of stronger materials for binding victims. The discussion highlights the significant role of advanced DNA analysis, particularly the use of hair evidence that linked Heuermann to multiple victims, with statistics placing the probability of the matches at extraordinary levels. The hosts also explore the defense’s strategy, which has attempted to cast doubt on the investigation by pointing toward the controversial tenure of former police chief James Burke. Throughout the episode, the hosts analyze the complexities of the legal proceedings, the impact on Heuermann’s family, and the overwhelming web of circumstantial and forensic evidence currently facing the accused.

Long Island Serial Killer Part 2

May 28, 202653 minSummary

In this episode of True Crime All The Time, hosts Mike Ferguson and Mike Gibson continue their deep dive into the chilling case of the Long Island serial killer. Building on the initial discovery of the Gilgo Four, the hosts explore the unsettling series of additional remains found along Ocean Parkway and in Manorville, which span years of investigation. They discuss the harrowing logistics of the case, noting the perpetrator’s disturbing patterns of dismemberment and the calculated selection of victims. The conversation shifts to the bureaucratic failures surrounding the investigation, specifically the tenure of former Suffolk County Police Chief James Burke. The hosts analyze how Burke’s leadership—marked by his decision to reduce manpower and limit cooperation with the FBI—may have severely hindered the search for justice. They examine the scandalous circumstances of Burke’s own criminal behavior, including his assault on a suspect and subsequent arrest for public lewdness, questioning how such significant personal scandals and potential misconduct impacted the prioritization and efficacy of the murder investigation. It is a sobering look at how institutional dysfunction can leave vulnerable communities without answers.

Long Island Serial Killer Part 1

May 25, 20261h 2mSummary

In the landmark 500th episode of True Crime All the Time, hosts Mike Ferguson and Mike Gibson begin a comprehensive four-part series on the infamous Long Island Serial Killer, also known as the Gilgo Beach killer. The discussion traces the investigation’s origins back to May 2010, when the disappearance of 23-year-old Shannan Gilbert—a sex worker who placed a frantic 911 call from a client’s home in Oak Beach—triggered a massive search. While searching for Gilbert, authorities made a gruesome discovery: the remains of four other women, later dubbed the Gilgo Four, abandoned along the same stretch of beach. The hosts analyze the complex, often chaotic search efforts, the jurisdictional challenges between New Jersey and New York, and the suspicious behavior of individuals like Dr. C. Peter Hackett, who famously inserted himself into the investigation. By examining the lives of victims like Maureen Brainard-Barnes and the vulnerabilities inherent in sex work, the hosts provide a somber look at how these cases were handled. This episode sets the stage for the broader investigation that eventually led to the 2022 arrest of Rex Heuermann, highlighting how a desperate 911 call unearthed a long-hidden dumping ground.